The thing I don't understand, is that though there is hits, it don't seem to be reflected in the reviews...
Anyway, enough of my grouchiness. It seems that, due to some sudden ideas, my story will take an unexpected turn from what I had planned. It will start to get more interesting, hopefully. ^_^
To Gerkyhen: Heehee, well, I guess my expectations are really high! Though I guess this fic is not that up to standard to meet my expectations for the review...hais...(-_-) I mean, look at one of the dumb mistake I made...'panty' instead of 'pantry'...but I correct that already.
Anyway, thanks for constantly reviewing!
To Ryunn Kazan: Yes... I agree, it is very short...that is one of that things I am very sorry for...I will continue to try my best though! Haha, why...if Anko told Orochimaru, that would give the game away, and we wouldn't want that would we, hmm? Thanks for reviewing! ^^
To Aoki Rachel: Hmm...update faster huh? Well, other then my restrictions on the computer, we must not forget that I am a hardworking and good student that does whatever my teachers say, but still score crappy marks in school! (^.~) Well, I guess you didn't know that, but now you do, right? *smirk*
As for Orochimaru, yes, i TOTALLY agree that he does have feelings...but he is definitely not creepy!
Thanks to those who reviewed!
Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto and any of its characters.
Her judgment, clouded by the past,
wavers little.
But will it still hold, with what is to come?
For the fates are cruel, and gives mercy to none.
Ambition, is the path that He walks.
Each step he takes,
Destruction follows in his wake.
But is he prepared for what the future holds,
Is he prepared for what he is to lose,
Between heart and power, which will he chose?
Anko could not concentrate on her spar with Orochimaru. Her mind kept drifting back to that silver-haired guy. His wintry eyes had sent cold shivers down her spine, and did not seem like someone she should mess around with. Anko could not help, but question herself time and again, on whether she should tell Orochimaru of what she had heard. Logic always won. If they really managed to kill him -miraculously- then she is free to go. But if they don't, they will be the ones killed, and she can still remain as a spy. However, even after such rational thinking, she would still feel disturbed.
It is the right thing to do, the best thing to do, as a Konoha ninja. But then, why does she feel so uncomfortable?
Orochimaru frowned, as he easily dodged Anko's kicks and punches. She was distracted, that was for sure. Her attacks are decreasing in both strength and accuracy. He was positive that if he were to disappear now, she would not even notice it. Orochimaru's features hardened, his lip forming a thin and disapproving line. If she thinks that she can take it easy because she trained under him before, she have another thing coming.
Anko gasps, as she felt Orochimaru punch at her stomach. The pain was instantaneous. The breakfast that she had threatened to resurface, as she doubled back in pain. She had been too lost in her thoughts, to realize that she had left herself wide open for some time already. Stumbling to her feet, she barely managed to avoid a pale fist that swung past her face, but was not lucky enough to dodge the elbow that followed after.
She reached up to her face, wincing in pain as she felt blood trickle down her nose. Damn, the bruise had better not be showing on her face for too long! Cursing under her breath, she reached for her kunais in her holster. However, she was intercepted by Orochimaru who, using his own kunai, cut the holster away from her thigh.
"Shit!"
Before Anko could reach down and retrieve her possession, he rushed forward, closing the distance between them. Panting a little, Anko hastily retreated, swearing a little when her back hit the wall. He had got her cornered.
Orochimaru approached her, in a predatory manner, his golden eyes concentrating on Anko, the helpless prey. A dark smirk flashed across Orochimaru's lips, flinging a barrage of kunai at her, as he stood there in a casual, mocking stance.
"Freesia, surely you can do better than that..." His tone goading, mocking her.
The kunais whistled in the wind, as they moved at breakneck speed. Anko gave a growl of annoyance, as she quickly rolled aside. But she was not fast enough, and a kunai embed itself in her thigh. Sensing Orochimaru's movement, Anko wrenched the bloody kunai out, and slashed at her opponent.
Orochimaru, who predicted her actions, grinned as he caught her hand, and twisted it, forcing her to release the weapon. He threw her hard against the wall. Anko forced her tired legs to support her, as she looked up in time to see Orochimaru's leg preparing to slam down on her. She raised her hands above her head, and met the blow, but was unable to withstand it,
She collapsed on the ground, as she faintly registered that her whole body was drenched in sweat.
Orochimaru reached down, and pulled her up by her collar. Slamming her against the wall again, his eyes narrowed at her as he eyed her coldly. Lifting her off her feet with his hand, he crushed her neck. Anko tried to resist, her hands clawing at Orochimaru's pale ones, but does not have any energy left.
"Freesia...I must say that I am truly disappointed with your performance today. You don't seem to be concentrating, something which I am little more than annoyed about..." His voice was cold and detached, as his fingers tightened around her throat.
"See that you improve on those points, hmm?"
Anko gasped, as she started to feel dizzy from the lack of air. "C..Can't br..breath..."
Orochimaru released her, before walking away, his footsteps echoing in the training grounds.
"I expect better performance during the mission."
Anko panted heavily, as eye look daggers at Orochimaru's back. He is such a jerk! Fine! If that is how he want to be, he can get assassinated for all she care!
Standing up, she limped towards the medical ward, thanking the gods that at least she gets to be healed right away.
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In a cave not far from Sound, darkness surrounded a group of people, as they waited, for something to happen. Then they felt a presence.
The four ninjas went on one knee, a sign of respect, as they felt their superiors appeared in the cave. Two figures stood in the shadows, their faces hidden from view.
"It seems that you have successful entered Sound. Complete you mission and bring back Orochimaru's head, then you can become part of us."
Kadaj, Hei, Winter and Kyo replied in unision, "Yes. We understand."
Then Kadaj spoke up. "But there is one other guard who is assigned to him."
A cold voice murmured, though they heard his words clearly. "There is no need for any witnesses."
Kadaj smirked understanding what is to be done. That's right, after all, the dead don't talk.
hort, yes, but please review and tell me what you think! ^^
