Treasures of Time
Chapter 10: The Battle Continues
Sorry this chapter took so long. Fight scene aren't my thing, but I tried my best with this. I've also been distracted working on another profile's story. If you have any suggestions on how to make this chapter better please say so.
Perspectives: Kuro, Hazel, Saizo, Sterling
Kuro's Perspective
I jumped into the ring. As soon as the Snow ninja stepped into the arena air grew cold. Frost spread across the floors and wall. My breath turned a foggy white. Is this a kekkie genkia or this her growing impatience and her chakra is somehow causing this reaction? My opponent seemed to be in her late teens. Her long pink hair was tied in low pigtails. She had brilliant neon green. She wore a dark blue jacket line with white fur. She started laughing.
"You sure are a big boy", she teased.
So she's going to be like that. Sensei always taught us to respect our opponents no matter how weak or powerful they might be. It looks like her sensei failed in teaching her the same lesson.
"This will be easy", said Neve.
I raised an eyebrow. Cocky, but that doesn't mean she isn't dangerous. Sterling is proof of the deadly cocky ninja. He's a cocky bastard that I wouldn't want to fight. Whoever battles him will either be seriously injured or killed. I can't help being thankful I'm not fighting him in the prelims. Hopefully, by the finals I have strategy to fight that crazy bastard. I shook my head. I must focus.
"Why do you think that?" I asked.
"The giant sword is a dead give away", said Neve.
"And what else have you learned from me after just the few second you've known me", I said.
She didn't seem like the smart analytical type. Her skills seemed average in this field. She had analyzed me, but I had no idea what jutsu she had mastery over.
"I bet you are the slowest member of your team. A fighter like you and won't stand a chance against me", said Neve.
I was growing sick of this taunting. I attacked. She didn't move fast enough to dodge and was sent skidding across the arena.
"How can you move that fast?" she asked as she wiped the blood from her mouth.
"You are right I'm the slowest member of my squad. But that doesn't mean I'm not fast in my own right", I said.
I sighed. Over confident girls like her are annoyances, but most of the time they're easy enough to take care of.
"It was foolish to underestimate me", I said.
"Same here big boy", said Neve.
She smirked before throwing her jacket into the air. Her body suit was exposed. It was made of a sleek white fabric. This wasn't normal piece of clothing. Is this chakra armor the snow ninja are known for? There was quiet clink as metal wings surrounded by a purple aura emerged from the suit. She shot into the air.
"Impressed?" she asked.
I had to admit it was somewhat impressive. You don't see a flying shinobi every day, but she didn't need to know that. Her ego was already overly bloated without my help. She reminded me of a demented pink haired angel. Kunai appeared in her hands. There was some kind of tag connected to them. Paper bombs! She wasn't aiming for me, but at my feet. Jagged spikes of ice shot from the ground in my direction. She's trying to corner me with ice.
Hazel's Perspective
The arena floor was covered with ragged spike of ice. The shortest one were about five and the tallest were at least eight feet high. It was so dense I couldn't find Kuro.
"Where is he?" I asked.
"Watch", said Sensei.
I didn't get any comfort from that. This can't be right. Kuro wouldn't be beaten so easily! Large ribbons of white sand rose from the ice. The air grew hot. It was almost painful to breath.
"Is he actually going to use his gift?" I asked.
"Something has changed him for the good. I think you might have had something to do with it", said Sensei.
"I don't know", I said.
How could I have that kind of influence on him. For the passed few months he's hated me. The sand writhed as it caught fire and turned into a molten mass of glass. There was an angry hissing as the glass melted away the spikes of ice. Twisting glass encaged Neve and ripped off her wings. It wrapped around her and squeezed her until she passed out. It set her gently down on the ground. The glass disappeared and Kuro stood in the middle of the arena almost completely unharmed except for a few broken ribs many. The glass shattered into a million pieces, before dissolving into sand.
"That was fast", said Sterling.
"The winner is Kuro Koizumi", said Ryuu.
I release a breath I didn't know I was holding. I had no idea why I was so nervous. Its obvious he would win. He joined us on the upper deck. I hugged him. He's safe. My heart can stop racing.
"I didn't think I made you that nervous", said Kuro.
I pulled away and stomped of foot.
"Ass hole!" I grumbled.
Instead of growing upset with me he laughed. His laughter was warm and deep. It reminded me of my dad's. I shook off the thought.
"You told me you would never use your gift", I said.
"I've change my mind on a few things", said Kuro.
The bright smile he sent in my direction, which made me blush. Sensei cleared his throat. It was a warning to the both of us. I sighed. Mom was right in making that rule. It's stopped distraction and conflict.
"Sorry sensei", we said.
Name shuffled across the screen. I frowned, when I saw whom I was against.
"Hana and Hazel please come into the arena", said Ryuu.
My hands clenched around the railing.
"What you waiting for get your ass down there", said Sterling.
I glared at Saizo.
"He has a point", he said.
I punched him on the shoulder.
"What the hell?!" growled Saizo.
"You're suppose to supportive", I said.
I joined her in the ring.
"Begin", said Ryuu.
Could I actually do this? She's my best friends. We've been that close since I was four years old.
"Would have to fight eventually, Hazel", said Hana.
Her silver eyes met mine. Their was a complete lack of thrill or enjoyment the idea of this battle. The two of us never even sparred against each other. The closest thing we ever done to fighting was battle for the TV remote.
"I thought it we be in the finals not now", I said.
"It's like you to procrastinate", said Hana.
"I have to say this is the least excited I've ever been for a fight", I said.
"Same here", she said.
We both glared at Ryuu as if he were to blame for us being pinned against each other.
"We don't have much of a choice do we and we both can't go to finals. And you aren't the only one who want to prove something to Dawn", said Hana.
I sighed. We both stared up at our mothers. Supposedly they've done something like before we were born. Sister versus sister. I wonder how difficult it was on them.
"I did say you could start", said Ryuu.
We both glared at him. He took a step back.
"Easy you two I'm not your opponent", said Ryuu.
I took a deep breath.
"He's right", said Hana.
"I hate that he's right", I said.
I have to win this. We charged at each other. Neither of us would waste our chakra on diamond skin.
Saizo's Perspective
Hana and Hazel were five minutes into their battle. Their attack were off. I've been hit enough times by Hazel to know she's stronger than this. Shit, in her worst moods she's sent me flying fifty feet in the opposite direction.
"What's wrong with her?" asked Bruce.
"Which one?" I asked.
"Hana", said Bruce.
"They're both off", I said.
Dawn sighed. She looked at us as if we were idiots. I want to attack her, but I didn't know the full extent of her abilities. I know I didn't see all that she could do.
"If you're such a fucking genius why don't you tell us", said Sterling.
"You three imbeciles really can't see it. They're using kid gloves", said Dawn.
"Kid gloves?"
I looked at their motions more carefully. She's right. Both Hana and Hazel were straining not to hurt each other.
"What the fuck would they do that for? It makes for a boring ass fight", said Sterling.
Toshi flicked him on back of the head.
"What the fuck? You can't do that to me you aren't my sensei", growled Sterling.
"I may not be your sensei, but I'm still at teacher. And couldn't resist teaching you", said Toshi.
"And what the hell did you teach me?" asked Sterling.
"I hoped you would realized how difficult the battle is for the both of them. They will figure it out what they have to do soon enough. Fighting a close friend is never easy", said Toshi.
"They've had have figured it out by now", I said.
"Your sister is extremely stubborn. Sometimes its an advantage in battle sometimes it isn't", said Toshi.
"Even if she did figure it out her heart is to gentle to follow it she will only do if something forces her into the realization", said Kuro.
"Hopefully they realize that sooner than later. I would hate to see either of them hurt", said Bruce.
"You know if your sister wins she might fight you against you. Do you think she'll have this same problem against you?" asked Kuro.
"No, she won't have the same problem. Hazel and I have been fighting since we were born. If she wins this than I'll worry about that", I said.
I sighed. I would have a problem if I have to go against her. We fought like hell, but she's my little sister. I honestly don't think I could beat her. Not because she's stronger than me, but because it would be too hard for me to hurt severely. Maybe it would be better if she lost. She would kill me if found out I was even thinking this. But Hazel would have a chance to take it again in another six months. My attention returned to the battle bellow, when both Hana and Hazel went flying in opposite directions.
"They seem evenly matched", said Bruce.
"They aren't truly fighting, so we known until they release their true strength. Until then Sterling is right. This will be a very boring match", said Dawn.
"I hate it, when people say that. It goes right to his head", I said.
Hazel's Perspective
We were both panting from the strain of the battle. Sweat dripped from our skin. This has been going on for ten minutes. Ryuu watched searching for any sign of weakness. We'd both inflicted equal damage on each other. I looked above at the people who were watching us. Felix's father eye was fixed on me.
"Felix",
I got to my feet and walked to the center of the arena. Hana sensed the change. I untied my headband from neck then and put it on my forehead.
"I'm sorry Hana, but I won't let you win this match", I said.
"You think I'll just let you take this match from me cousin? It's time for us to get to serous", said Hana as she readjusted her headband.
"Let's stop talking then", I said.
Now that we've agreed on being serous. How the hell do I beat her? None of my jutsu or weapons are effective against her. The only advantage I have is she has the same disadvantage. Her diamond bladed swords are useless. It will come down to brute force. Our skin turned to diamond. We came at each other. Sparks flew off ours skin as fought tooth and nail trying to gain some advantage over each other. Again we were sent skidding across the arena. Our strength is equal. There's no getting around that. I have to hold out. At this rate the outcome will most likely end in a double knock out. I can't have that. I have to make it to the finals. If that means beating my best friend in battle so be it. After ten minutes of high speed taijutsu our diamond skin faded.
"Almost out of chakra?" she asked.
"Don't get cocky. I'm not giving up yet", I said.
How am I going to do this? Can't use my diamond skin anymore. That make me defenseless against her swords. She has all the right to be cocky. Hana drew her katana. Those blades are insanely sharp. They are strong enough to slice through metal like butter. She knows better than to ask me to give up. Its goes against me. I've never given up on a fight and I never will. She came at me. I stood my ground. My body wouldn't allow me to do anything else. There was a painful tingling in my fingertips. I went to my knees. Not again. I don't want this power. Nor do I need it. It hurts. My skin turned to diamond before her blade made impact. It shattered against my skin.
"How do you still have that much chakra?" she asked.
I punched her in the gut. She crashed into the wall. Hana stood up for a few seconds before collapsing the stinging turned into a burning sensation.
"The winner is Hazel", announced Ryuu.
I nodded before slowly making my way up the stairs.
"You look like shit", said Sterling.
"Shut it", I growled.
"MAKE ME!" yelled Sterling.
I glared at my brother.
"Sterling save that mastery of annoyance for your opponent or at least someone from another village", said Saizo.
I leaned against the wall and slowly slide down it. Sensei nervously looked at me. I groaned as a pain formed in my jaw. Mom appeared next to me.
"You're coming with me", she said.
"But I want to see the next match", I said.
"Listen to you mother", said Sensei.
"But-
The look she sent in my direction told me I had no choice in the option. She put her hand on my shoulder and transported us to a dark basement.
"Where are we?" I asked.
"The basement of the hospital", said Mom.
"Why?" I asked.
"I know you've discovered a new strength that scares you", said Mom.
"How?"
"Because I'm the one who gave you that power", said Mom.
"What does that mean?" I asked.
"It means you were given a gift you weren't ready for", said Mom.
"It hurts mom", I said.
"I know honey and I'm so sorry for that", she said.
Mom kissed me on the forehead.
"It will be over soon sweetie", said Mom.
She opened my hand a put a small white pill in it.
"What is it?" I asked.
"It will make this easier for the both of us", said Mom.
I gave her a nervous look. I went even more unease, when Grandpa made an appearance. I backed away. The hurt in my mom's eyes was so present. But I just couldn't help being scared. This was so new and mom was being so vague.
"Hazel, look at me", she said.
When I looked into her eyes I saw they were slit like a snake's, but they were still the loving eyes of my mom.
"I love you Hazel. And would give my life to protect you and your siblings. I won't ever do anything to harm you. Hazel I know you are scared an there's nothing wrong with that, but just trust me and the scary part will be over soon", said Mom.
I hugged her. She was arm and safe. This was safe.
"I'm going to seal away that power until your ready for it", said Mom.
I nodded my head and took the pill she gave me. She kissed me on the cheek.
"I love you Hazel", said Mom.
"I love you too", I said.
Before I fell asleep the smell of blood caught my attention.
Saizo's Perspective
The fifth match started. Hazel still hadn't made a reappearance. Where is she?
"Don't look so worry she'll be fine", said Grandpa.
"Where did you come from?" I asked.
"Where is she?" I asked.
"Getting the same gift you were given. Are you alright?" asked Grandpa.
"I'm fine grandpa", I said.
"Just checking your mom was worried about you. I should be going", he said.
Grandpa disappeared in a puff of smoke. I somehow refocused on the match. It was between Karasu Ito and Delta Leonis. A battle between the star and sand. Hopefully this would be an interesting battle. I couldn't focus on the fight. What if Hazel couldn't make through the process. She isn't as strong as me. I don't want her hurt. She one my closest friends. I want to know her condition.
"Saizo, pay attention", said Sensei.
"You are worried about Hazel and Mika. That's a reasonable reaction But they are in good hands. Don't let the knowledge you can gain from this battle go to waste", said Sensei.
She's right. I forced myself to pain attention to the genin in the arena. the winner was obvious. My calculations put Karasu with ninety percent chance of winning, while Delta had the remaining ten percent. Whatever was strapped to Karasu's back could change the odds. The star ninja readied herself for attack. There was a thud as he put down the heavy bag strapped to his back. With a single tug the bandages came undone exposing a wooden puppet about the same size as Hazel. It didn't look like much. The puppet reminded me of one of those wooden figure artist would draw. Its surface was rough and splintered.
"This is Faceless", said Karasu.
Chakra threads connected to the puppet. It made a clattered noise as chakra streamed through it.
"What her chance of winning?" asked Sterling.
"She has a two percent chance of wining", I said.
"I thought as fucking much", said Sterling.
"Than why the hell did you ask me", I said.
"Because I knew it would irritate you", he said.
My focus left Sterling, when I heard an unpleasant cracking sound. Faceless had wrapped his arms around Delta and was squeezing the life out of her.
"I yield", she gasped.
The puppet released her and she fell to the floor.
"I blinked and it was fucking over", said Sterling.
The battle only gave taste of Karasu's power. I wonder what else he can do. Names started flickering across the screen again.
"Please let it be next!" begged Bruce.
Bruce, Sterling, and I both were disappointed, when none of our names.
"Max Kurama and Bellatrix Orionis get down here", said Ryuu.
My hands fisted. Leaf vs Star hopefully this will be more interesting than the last match. Only one Leaf ninja left I want them as my opponent. I wanted to get even for what they did to Mika. She tried so hard, yet that Ritan girl mercilessly broke her down.
"Does that name sound familiar to you?" asked Sterling.
"Which one?" I asked.
"Kurama", he said.
"I'm not Hazel don't question me on history", I said.
"I bet if there was a bounty on his head you would know everything about him", said Sterling.
I rolled my eyes. I focused on the match. The girl screamed. Her hands scratched at her throat, before collapsing.
"What the fuck just happened?" asked Sterling.
"Genjutsu", I said.
This Max guy will be one of the most dangerous opponents in the finals. Unlike Sterling I respect masters of genjutsu. He's probably the one I would want to fight the least in the finals.
"What's that dumbass look?" asked Sterling.
"He's dangerous", I said.
"Really? That ass hole", said Sterling.
"Yes, you know I'm rarely wrong about these things", I said.
"Fuck I hate it, when you're right", said. Sterling.
"Pay attention you two your names could be pulled at any time", said Sensei.
Names once again shuffled across the screen.
"YES ITS FINALLY MY TURN!" screamed Bruce.
"Bruce Kogo and Thorn come to the arena", said Ryuu.
This could be very interesting. Bruce might look like a freak, but he's powerful. A twister of sand in the arena, when it cleared Thorn stood in its place. This was will be very interesting. Bruce jumped into the ring without any hesitation.
"What did he do to get on your bad side?" asked Sterling.
"What do mean? He's done nothing to me", I said.
"He must have flirted with Hazel to get you looking at him like that. Even I'm not that stupid", said Sterling.
I smirked.
"Don't flatter yourself dumbass. Your father is scary as hell. I know
"I'm not scared of you dumbass. Your father is scary as hell", said Sterling.
"You may begin", said Ryuu.
"YOU COULD DO THIS BRUCE USE THE POWER OF YOUTH!" yelled Hugo.
Bruce smiled and gave his sensei a thumbs up.
"What is bushy brows' chance?" asked Sterling.
"I can't say. I know Bruce receive a large amount of attention for taijutsu last year, but I don't have any intell on Thorn's abilities. But must be strong if that Karasu guy so willing follows his commands", I said.
"What's with get up?" asked Thorn.
"It for training purposes" said Bruce.
What weird ass training methods requires such horrible get up?
"Look weirdo you don't stand a chance against me. For your own safety give up now while you can", said Thorn.
This guy is almost as annoying Sterling.
"It's foolish to underestimate me", said Bruce.
"Your funeral", said Thorn.
It was foolish to underestimate any Hidden Diamond ninja. This sand shinobi will learn the hard way. Bruce took an odd stance.
"If correct that's the gentle fist stance of the Leaf. It will serve you no good", said Thorn.
Thorn uncorked the small gourd connected to his belt. An impossibly amount of dark purple sand flooded out of it. The sand was drenched in poison.
"Bruce be careful the sand is soaked in poison", I said.
He smiled at me and gave me a thumbs up.
"Thank you Saizo", said Bruce.
"Don't pay attention to me!" I yelled.
"Annoying pest", growled Thorn.
He sighed.
"I guess it doesn't matter. You were bound to figure it out eventually", said Thorn.
"Your friend is as good as dead. No one has ever beaten Thorn in battle. No one has even laid a scratch on him", said Karasu.
The cloud of purple sand drifted into the air.
"Come and get me weirdo", said Thorn.
"Don't get over confident Thorn. It might be the end of you this time", said Kankuro.
Bruce charged right at Thorn. Idiot should always let your opponent make the first move. Then you balance your attacks to fit the opponent. What was the idiot doing? Thorn yawned. The sand turned into a spider web of purple spikes. Bruce seemed completely unfazed. How can be so calm? Shit, that's magnet release. This kid has to be related to third kazekage. If he's able to use this kind of attack. Bruce easily dodged every one of the spikes with ease. His movements were extremely fast.
"I'll give you this weirdo you have some speed to you", said Thorn.
Hugo smiled.
"And that's only a fraction of Bruce's speed", he said.
Only a fraction? How fast is this guy? His opponent was growing annoyed. Every time he tried attacking Bruce with one of his spikes.
"Enough of this game. I want you to fight me full force", said Bruce.
"Then I expect you to do the same. Take those damn leg weights off", said Thorn.
Leg weights? He can't seriously still be using that basic of a gear. Bruce stared at Hugo his sensei.
"TAKE OFF BRUCE!" yelled Hugo.
"REALLY?!" asked Bruce.
"YES!" yelled Hugo before giving a thumbs up.
A wide smile appeared on Bruce's face. He jumped on the railings. Everyone was focused on what he would do next. He sat down and pulled down his leg warmers exposing his legs weight. How the hell will losing a few pounds help in this match?
"Much better", said Bruce.
He stood up and dropped the weights.
"Like that will fucking help", muttered Sterling.
There was a loud crash as the weights made impact with the arena below. Dust sent into air. Two large craters at least ten feet wide created from the weights landing.
"Always taking it to the extremes Hugo", mumbled Toshi.
"NOW USE THAT BLESSED GIFT OF YOUTH!" screamed Hugo.
I put my hands over my ears. It will be a miracle if I get to my match with hearing intact with this loud mouth so close.
"Focus on the match", said Ren Sensei.
That would be difficult to do. I could already feel a headache coming on. It looked like I wasn't the only one suffering through the same problem. Toshi was rubbing his temples. Thorn went slamming across the arena. I didn't even hear Bruce move. The sudden attack made the battle catch my interest again. Bruce stood in the middle of the ring ready to either attack or block. Thorn slowly got back to his feet. He wiped his mouth. His violet eyes went wide, when he saw his blood. He spat out a tooth.
"I can't believe that weirdo actually landed attack on Thorn", said Karasu.
"Never doubt the ability of a Diamond ninja", I said.
"That coming from someone who hasn't even fought yet", said Karasu.
"Shut it puppet boy!" I growled.
"What did you say?" he snarled.
"Both of you shut up. And give this match the attention it deserves", said Kankuro.
"Yes sensei" grumbled Karasu.
"You too", said Sensei.
"You hit me!" yelled Thorn.
"Attack back", said Bruce.
When Thorn didn't make move Bruce came charging at him. Thorn's sand was barely kept Bruce's attacks at bay. Something changed in Thorn's eyes he was growing angry. I wasn't sure if this was and advantage or not. This is bad. Something tell me anger make him a more dangerous fighter. Annoyance is his weakness. If went against Sterling this would hold different kind of fight.
The purple sand swirled angrily against Thorn. Then all of a sudden it settled. Something happened. But what I don't know.
"He can't be resorting to that. This guy can't possibly be that good", said Karasu.
"What are you talking about?" I asked.
"You shouldn't have spoken at all", said Hinoko before elbowing her teammate in the ribs.
He went charge directly at his opponent. What is the idiot doing? His speed is incredible yes, but this is dangerous. A ring of dust came off the floor as Bruce circled around was shot into the air by Bruce. But for some reason Thorn seemed too dense to float. This isn't right. That kick should have sent Thorn sky high. It wasn't just one powerful kick, but multiple one slowly taking them further into the air. Not even I would have the strength to do that. His muscles aren't meant for this kind of jutsu. Bruce wrapped his arms around tightly around Thorn and started spinning head first to the ground. They impacted sending dirt and rubble everywhere. When it cleared the area floor was shattered in large jagged chunks. Bruce was panting heavily.
"That should do it Bruce", said Hugo Sensei.
Thorn lay motionless on the floor. Bruce stood panting heavily a few feet away from his opponent. The effect of the move had the user's body was obvious. The weirdo won't be able to take much more of this. Ryuu walked over to Thorn.
"Hey are you okay?" he asked.
Thorn sat up. Large chunks of his skin fell off and turned to sand. Instead of looking intimidated he was smirking.
"That was a powerful move. It would kill me if it weren't for my amour. Now I can play with you", said Thorn.
"Your friend is dead. He should yield now", said Karasu.
"Then Thorn is for a long battle. Bruce isn't one for giving up. He has something to prove", said Hugo.
"Having something to prove might just kill him", I said.
Toshi and Ren nodded their head silently in agreement. Our attention refocused on the ring as Thorn floated into the air on cloud of purple sand.
"Sand Downpour",
Heavy rain of sand fell into the ring. Soon it was up to Bruce's knees. At least fifty sand clones appeared in the arena.
"Come down here and fight me yourself!" Bruce as he slashed apart sand clones.
"No, why should I dirty my hands taking care of you", said Thorn.
Sand clones surrounded Bruce. They piled onto him and melted into a large pile of purple sand.
"Sand Cof-
"THIRD GATE OF OPENING OPEN!"
A powerful surge of chakra exploded from the sand. Bruce's skin had gone red and his eyes were completely white. I'd never seen or felt anything like this in my life.
"What is this Sensei?" I asked.
"The gates of opening there are eight of them. Forcing each open unlocks extreme power. The more you open the greater your strength. If all eight gates were open a person would have enough strength as one of the guardians. But it comes at a horrible price", said Sensei.
"What?" asked Sterling.
"Death. Even opening one for extended amounts of time can be dangerous. It put immense strain on the body", said Sensei.
Bruce rocketed into the air and tackled Thorn to the ground. They were slammed into the wall. Thorn was hit by the fastest succession of rapid punches I'd ever seen. My eye had a difficult time keeping up with the movement. Bruce flung Thorn around the arena like yoyo. At some point Thorn's wrapped around Bruce's ankle and sent him flying across the arena floor. When he stood up his skin and eye were at their normal state. His body looked tired even crippled from the fight. Thorn got slowly got to his feet. He fell to floor again. His and moved for him. It came charging at Bruce.
"Why isn't he running?" I asked.
"For one simple reason. He's in too much pain", said Hugo.
The sand crunched down his left leg and arm. Bruce gave a gut retching scream. I heard the bones snap. It had to be one of the worst sounds I'd ever heard. The sand let go, but came rushing toward. There were two blurs one black and blue that stopped the second attack from hitting. When the sand cleared Hugo and Kankuro were standing in front of Bruce.
"That's enough Thorn show some respect for your opponent!" yelled Kankuro.
Thorn regained his composer and rejoined his teammates on the deck. The medics rushed into arena and Bruce on a stretcher. Toshi and Sensei joined Hugo in the arena. One of the medic walked over to the three teachers. Hugo went to knees and gave one of the most painful screams I'd ever heard. It reminded the scream mom gave, when she was given the news dad died. Could he really be in that same amount of pain? After a few minutes Sensei and Toshi managed to coax Hugo out of the ring.
"What happened?" I asked.
"Another time", said Sensei.
"Okay", I said.
She gave us a weak smile.
"Pay attention there are only three matches left", said Sensei.
"Who know we could be going up against each other", said Sterling.
"We could be", I said.
Names shuffled across the screen.
"Vixen Shika and Lota Leonis please come into the ring", said Ryuu.
It was Snow Village against the Hidden Star Village. Neither Sterling or I had much interest in this fight. After five minutes the battle was over.
"The winner is Vixen Shika", said Ryuu.
"Only two more matches", said Sterling.
He was shuttering with excitement. I couldn't deny that I wasn't feeling the same way.
Sterling's Perspective
I had no fucking idea how Saizo could be so still. I was either going against the Leaf ninja, Sand ninja, or Saizo. Name went shuffling across the board.
"Come on come one please be", I said.
"Begging like a idiot won't do anything", said Saizo.
"Shut it ass!" I growled.
"Sterling Yamaguchi and Hinoko Kaze please come down", said Ryuu.
"It's about fucking time", I said.
"Fool's luck", grumbled Saizo.
"You're just jealous", I said.
He rolled his eyes, but we both knew it was fucking true. I jumped in the ring. Hinoko my opponent slowly walked down the stairs and into the arena.
"I was hoping for the cute one. I guess you'll do", said Hinoko.
"Cute one?" I asked.
"Your teammate the one with the white hair", said Hinoko.
I rolled my eyes. I really have no understanding of girl's attraction to Saizo. I tensed, when her hands went into her pockets. She dropped a small clay statue of humming bird to the floor.
"That's it?" I asked.
"So impatient", she sighed.
She did a hand sign the humming bird grew large enough for her to ride on. Hinoko soared into the air.
"Another close range fighter. How boring", she said.
"Girly I'm far from boring", I said.
"Let's see if you can handle this. Feathered Swarm",
A swarm of small humming bird buzzed through the air. I threw a kunai at one of them. It exploded. Just like I though explosives.
"This is going to be fun", I said.
"I you screwed up in the head or something?" asked Hinoko.
"Maybe", I said.
I picked up my spear and hit a button in it middle. It lengthened and split into two pieces. I shoved one into ground. It sent an electrical current in the ground. My healing left me unaffected by the powers of the electric coursing the ground. Now all I have to do is get the bitch to ground level.
I turned my chakra into electricity and sent it through my other spear. I threw it.
"Missed me", she mocked.
It might have looked that way, but I was aiming for the ceiling. Now the there was a current of electricity coming down from above and circulating below.
"Please don't me I fucking kiss you now. If I had to kiss a girl it wouldn't be bandaged up freak like you", I said.
"WHAT!"
"You heard me", I said.
At that moment the smaller humming birds came rushing toward me. I yawn. They exploded in every direction. The power from the explosions sent her giant humming bird right to my electric field. Her scream was music to my ears.
Saizo's Perspective
There was a mass amount of explosions and scream. When the smoke cleared, Sterling was covered in burns that were rapidly healing. His opponent lay on the ground with smoke coming off her body.
"The winner is Sterling Yamaguchi", said Ryuu as he raised Sterling's hand.
Medics came rushing over to the both of them. Sterling told them to fuck off. He joined me on the deck.
"That was actually smart dumbass", I said.
"Now its your turn", said Sterling.
"Can the opponents come to the ring", said Ryuu.
"Good luck ass", said Sterling.