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[fieldbox=A test or just a pleasant walk?]
Violet was at home filling up her purple watering can. While she was gone, her mother was suppose to be taking care of her plants but Violet was worried her mother might have slack off. With a full watering can, she walked across the road in front of her mother's shop and studied her garden carefully. She started watering the plants one by one. First was the purple muscari. This was her first plant and her favorite as it represented her. Next was her blue cosmos. The cosmos represented her father and was a gift on her 4th birthday. Next was the red rose. This was not a gift and instead was the first flower Violet bought. It represented her mother. Next was a white lily. This... Violet did not know what it represented, nor did she remember growing one in the first place. She only had 3 flowers.
"MOMMMMM," she shouted.
Rose quickly walked to the window to greet her daughter, "Hello Vi, you called for mother?"
Violet pointed to the fourth flower, "Why is there an intruder in my garden?"
Rose giggled why looking away as if she was innocent, "Ohh... uhh... you know... I thought they were so lonely so I added a friend..."
"MOMMM... you promised" She said placing her hand at her hips.
Rose walked outside and hugged Violet, "Sorry baby... but did you know, another letter came in for you."
Violet looked at her mother, knowing her plan. "Mom you cannot distract me this time..."
"No really, it reads important and is all fancy." Rose added why pulling out the letter.
Violet took the letter and opened it.
'You have been assigned to an escort mission, please meet up at the Dango Shop to receive further instructions'
"Mom we will talk when I get back," warned Violet as she grabbed her stuff and ran off. When she arrived at the shop, she was captured by the sweet aromas. "2 dangos please," she shouted as she walked to the counter.
Sitting at the round table, Kiyomi leaned with her chin on her palms as her elbows rested on the table. Glancing at somebody who entered the establishment, she doubted that her escort would today be an old senior. The man held the door open for another senior, maybe his wife or sister? Huffing, Kiyomi glanced outside of the room as she decided to wait longer. Lowering her hands, she roffled with her right hand softly on the table.
The shopkeeper chuckled as the ball of energy placed the order. He handed Violet 2 sticks with a balls pink, white, and green ball on a plate. "Thank you sir," she bowed after handing over a few coins. "Dango, dango, dango," she quietly sang as she looked for an empty table. Sadly the some of the other academy graduates from her class was here. She wanted to leave but remembered she had a mission and that comes first. She sighed, looking for an empty spot where her classmates was not sitting and noticed a teenager sitting by herself. Violet knew she recognized the person but could not put a face to name. Smell of the fresh dangos did not help her remember either and only made her think of food. So she walked over to the table with the teenager. Upon closer examination, she noticed a scare on her left eye. Upon arriving at the table she bowed, "H-hello m-ma'am... do you mind... if I s-sit here." The scar was intimidating itself but it was the girl's presences which instilled fear. One that nearly made Violet reconsider sitting with her.
The voice of a girl, who approached her, made Kiyomi glance with a frown. "No, I don't mind. Go ahead." She calmly replied. "Am waiting anyways, so I might be gone in a bit." She further added as she would lean a bit back as she eyed the other. "Enjoy." Kiyomi said, nodding towards the dangoes.
As the teen frowned, Violet lowered her head. This would be the second time a senior figure did this to her. She pictured the moment when she met her sensei, how he seem disappointed in her. Still, Violet thanked her and took a seat. Violet snuck a glance at the teen. "Ma'am... I know this is not my business but who are you waiting on?" Violet quickly looked back down at her dangos hoping not to see the woman get mad at her noisiness.
The question made Kiyomi shrug lightly. "It is a bit odd. I kind of am waiting for somebody who was appointed to escort me. However due to the short of notice, I am not sure who it is or if it is going to happen." Kiyomi answered. She briefly glanced at the door before moving her gaze back to the girl. "But where are my manners? My name is Kiyomi. May I know yours perhaps? Converse a bit easier."
Violet gasped, after hearing the name. "Y-y-you a-are th-the Kiyomi? I-I..." Violet whispered. She took a deep breath to suppress her excitement. "S-sorry Kiyomi-sama. I-I did not know it was you." Violet was trembling realizing that she was sitting with one of the most important people in the country. Then she looked up at Kiyomi "Oh... my name... Sorry... I am Violet Tsukami." After finishing her introduction, Violet smiled and looked down to hide her face, happy to give her name to someone like Kiyomi. Then she though back to a comment Kiyomi made earlier about waiting on some. "I am waiting on someone too."
The Kiyomi? That made the teen snort as she briefly closed her eyes and shook her head lightly. "From what I know is that I am just Kiyomi. Not the. There are probably dozens or hundreds of others having the name, but you are?" Deciding to try to shift the attention from her, Kiyomi continued. "I hope that I'm not occupying a reserved spot then. If you want, I wouldn't mind giving the seat up for the person you're waiting for. I am just waiting for somebody who was send over. No big deal of course."
Violet shook her head and held out her hands while her face went red. She did not want to imply that she wanted the teen to leave. In fact, she would feel really bad if she did leave. "No, no, no Kiyomi-sama. I meant... uhh..." Violet started to panic a little as she struggled to gather her thoughts. "Well... I... uhh... I guess i can tell you." Violet looked around to make sure nobody was listening and grinned, "Well I am secretly on an escort mission myself, but I don't know for who yet..."
"Ooooh, you're a kunoichi, huh?" Kiyomi replied as she would place her left elbow on the table and rest the side of her face on her palm. "Let me guess, you got a note that told you to come here? And now you're here waiting for somebody who you need to escort. Though a shinobi only knows what he or she is supposed to know.... right?" She asked in a manner as if they were plotting something shady.
Violet nodded. "Though... I don't know why they don't tell me who i'm escorting..." Violet folded her arms agreeing with Kiyomi. "Also I am not just any kunoichi, I am going to be one of the greatest Kunoichis!" Then Violet grabbed one of her dangos and took a bite out of the pink ball. She closed her eyes and hummed as its sweetness filled her mouth.
"Interesting." Kiyomi softly said as her eyes quickly glanced to the right before looking back at Violet. "That is a very cool goal. But how will you do that when you're not sure how to identify the person you need to escort?" Kiyomi asked, continuing with another question as she hushed her voice further. "Maybe it is a test? That the top is trying to see if you're being fit to become truly one of the greatest kunoichi in history."
Violet froze in place. Kiyomi was right, this could be a test to test Violet's greatness, and as of right now she was failing. "Oh nooo... I got to find my client. I can't fail test" She looked around the shop again and then she stood up suddenly and walked to the shopkeeper. She asked him if he saw anyone important come by but he shook his head. Then she walked over to a window and looked outside for anyone who might look like they needed an escort. Nobody was standing around the shop. Violet took another bite out of her dango and thought about it, eventually taking out her note. Since the letter is important, that means the escort is important. Also that means that person being escorted is important. Thus they would not be late to this shop and are probably here. Then it hit her like a stone brick. She ran over to Kiyomi. "Kiyomi-sama, you're important and stuff. So that means... I am escorting you?"
Watching how Violet started to pace, Kiyomi would just remain sitting and growing more amused by the situation. It briefly made her consider how she would've reacted as a genin. Probably not much different if she could remember it correctly. Insane how a few years could change a person, she thought to herself. "I believe that might be the case." Getting up, she placed her left hand on her hip. "I was after all waiting for my escort so that I could pay a visit to down town. But I am not really to go without an escort, cause.. I am sure that you're intelligent enough to see know why." Gesturing to the door, Kiyomi giggled for a second. "Shall we go then?"
"Sorry about the wait... but Yes Kiyomi-sama, I am ready" Violet grabbed her dangos and they walked out the door. Happy she passed her test; she took another bite of the dangos, finishing off the pink ball. Next time she got an escort mission; she would be ready and find the client in no time. While walking, Violet was wondering what kind of person Kiyomi was. Sure she was important and stuff, but what kind of kunoichi was she? What kind of taijutsu did she know? What was it like to have the two tails inside of her? What was the two tails like? All these questions filled her head. Finally she build up the nerve to ask one. "So Kiyomi-sama, did you ever escort someone as a genin?"
Walking next to Violet, Kiyomi stuffed her hands into her sleeveless jacket. Glancing sideways as Violet asked her a question, Kiyomi nodded. "Yes. Most often it was just escorting people who needed some extra help. You know, seniors and such folk who have it a bit more troublesome in their daily life." She answered. "It was kind of fun. I remember this old war veteran who spoke of tales of foreign countries and places. And about a lady who kept sneezing every five minutes."
Violet looked up at Kiyomi in amazement. This would be her first escort mission ever so she did not know what it would be like. She tried to imagine what those two people were like but all she could think about was the old folk who just yelled at her when she was home. "They did not yell at you? Most of the elderly I met are just cranky." Violet then looked at the ground. She clapped her hands together to blow away the negative thoughts. "Did you ever get to escort someone as a bodyguard?"
"Yes. The current governor, previously Yondaime Hokage. I've been his apprentice, which meant that I had also to escort and guard him several times. And no," the question made Kiyomi chuckle as she shook her head lightly, "nobody yelled at me. Elderly people can be nice. Just make sure you treat them nice and always be respectful. Most have cool stories to tell. But that might just be me." Kiyomi answered. Heading towards the market, Kiyomi glanced around a bit.
Nice elderly people? Those are two words Violet would never thought to say together. She did not get along with the age group, but then again she did not get alone with her own age group. Violet wanted to ask another question but they were arriving into the market and Kiyomi seemed to be looking for something. Violet started glancing around too. After all, it was her job to keep Kiyomi safe. Who knows what dangers will appear at this so market? Now that her hands were free from the dangos. Violet put on her Rose's Guard. Violet did not wear a headband instead opting to have the village's symbol on these ninja gauntlets. "You don't have to worry Kiyomi-sama, I will protect you." She promised while punching her fist into her palm.
For a moment Kiyomi wanted to ask for who she needed protection from, but remembered what the girl's goal was. "Thank you. Always great to know that there is somebody around that is capable of protecting me." She said, hiding her amusement underneath a friendly tone. She briefly glanced at the gauntlets and decided to keep the conversation going on as they would further advance into the market. It wasn't that busy anyways. "Though what kind of kunoichi are you? Like, what kind of abilities do you have?"
Violet smiled happy to receive a complement from Kiyomi. However it was the second question which really made violet excited. To think Kiyomi had an interest in what Violet could do. "What type of kunoichi am I you asked? Well I am the one and only master of the Delayed Fist" She said while running ahead and entering her fighting stance. She threw a few punches and kicks in the air before she placed her hands on her hips and laughed. "Nobody in my class could beat me either."
"The Delayed Fist?" Kiyomi repeated after, trying to remember a fighting style that had been nicked like that. But she couldn't think of anybody that she knew or had faced that used something that was following that kind of name. "Impressive. And what do I need to imagine with this powerful fighting style?" Kiyomi asked. Slowly halting, she searched her pocket for her wallet. "Wait, shall we buy some fruit? An apple, banana or something as snack?"
"Fruit oh uh, well." Violet loved fruits, especially the smaller bite size ones like grapes and cherries but she suffered from the curse of never being able to pick one out to eat. They all had such good nutritional value and a sweet taste to boot. She looked at the stalls studying the quality of the fruits carefully. "I haven't had a cherry in a while... but the white grapes look so ripe, however bananas would really be good for my training... uhhh..." She was stuck. She reached in her pocket and pulled out her wallet, while letting out a sigh. She was saving up for the new flower pot so she could not spend too much. She had to make a decision. After weighing the different variables, she decided to buy the white grapes. Then she turned to Kiyomi, "What are you going to get?"
"White grapes for us. Sounds good." She told Violet as she would pull out some money of her wallet and order some grapes for the both of them. The woman behind the counter of the stand nodded simply as she asked if they wanted a small bag, but Kiyomi instead asked if the woman had something like two small bowls or something to eat while visiting the market. This made the woman to call her husband and only a minute later did she bring two bowls with the order divided in them. Thanking the woman, who would continue to praise the wares, Kiyomi turned back to Violet. Frowning at the wallet of the girl, Kiyomi stretched one of the bowls towards the girl. "I believe this is on me." She friendly stated.
Violet was cautious to take the bowl, though she did not want to insult Kiyomi's kindness. She accepted it while bowing, "Thank you so much!" Violet was not use to people being nice to her. In fact, besides her parents, she was always at odds with the people around her. It felt nice to be friendly and not constantly worrying about being prank or having to prove herself. She rubbed her eyes before her tears formed. She was truly inspired now and wanted this escort mission to be a critical success. "Oh yeah Kiyomi-sama, did you still want to know about my Delayed Fist technique?"
Slight surprised by the reaction of Violet, Kiyomi didn't start to question it as she would simply pick up a grape and put into her mouth. Waiting for the girl to 'recover' from the friendly gesture, Kiyomi nodded as response to the question as she cleared her mouth. "If you wouldn't mind. I have never heard of a Delayed Fist Technique. Sounds intriguing, if you won't mind me saying."
Violet thought about a good way to show off her technique without causing a big problem for the area. "Well it is hard to explain... Umm" she grabbed a rock and showed it to Kiyomi. "Ok, I am going to toss this rock in the air 3 times" Then she looked around to make sure nobody would get hurt. She tossed the rock in the air. It flew up 1-3 meters before coming back down. "Now I will apply the technique." She closed her eyes to concentrate and minimize the power and threw the rock. As she released it, a tiny explosion of air discharged in her hand causing the rock to fly 4-6 meters before coming down. "Now here is why I named it Delayed Fist" She closed her eyes again to minimize the power and threw the rock. As it reached its peak height, a tiny explosion of air discharged under the rock propelling it another 3 feet into the air. "That is my powerful fighting style hehe" Violet announced while catching the rock.
Not one to be quickly amazed or impressed, Kiyomi couldn't help but to look surprised for a moment. She wondered about how that had worked, other than the obvious fact that there was some chakra in the play. Glancing at the rock, Kiyomi flashed a smile. "Impressive. Good to know that my current guardian is a capable kunoichi indeed. Though," Raising her left eyebrow, Kiyomi hushed her voice a bit. "Is it not unwise for a shinobi to reveal one of their cards?" She asked as she was about to continue the walk around the market.
Violet looked at the rock, and smiled. Although she did show a sample of her technique, that was but a tip of the iceberg. This added to the fact that when Violet would become a Great Kunoichi, everyone would have heard of her technique. So, she would always have to be constantly evolving the style. "Kiyomi-sama, wise or not, I want to be able to win against any card, even if the enemy knows my cards." Then she held up the rock, "Besides Kiyomi-sama, all you know is that I can throw rocks really high. I would not count that as a card." Violet added before giggling.
"I could try to analyze and create a theory behind it. My uncle excels in it, but sounds like fun challenge, no?" She replied. "If I am correct, you need to amplify your chakra in order to either produce or reproduce the effect. Much like how some use their chakra to strengthen their attacks. Meaning simply, don't engage in close range." Shrugging lightly, Kiyomi picked another grape from her bowl. "Though I have no eyes that can see chakra systems or movements, so it is more wild guessing than anything in particular." A light snort escaped her, as she thought of something.
All of the charka talk completely blew Violets mind. She was never really adverse in how chakra worked, but she knew how to use it. She shrugged and laughed. "But then I would just throw rocks at you," she joked while dropping the rock. She then popped a grape in her mouth as they continued walking. "Kiyomi-sama, if you don't mind me asking, what kind of Kunochi are you?"
Clearing her mouth before giving an answer, Kiyomi replied back. "That is a question I have yet to figure out myself. Strangely enough there are a lot of people who claim that you know what kind of kunoichi or shinobi you are when you're dying." She said, picking up another grape. It was sad that it was not busy on the market as she had hoped to encounter some people she knew. Though going back would be a waste of the effort she had placed into getting this bit of freedom arranged. "If you mean what I can do? Nothing really special. I suppose I can swing a sword, but not sure if that is a cool thing." She further replied, actually pondering on it if it was a cool thing.
"Swords are cool, though. My mom will not let me use a sword." assured Violet, "I read about plenty of shinobis who channeled their jutsu through their weapons" She wished she could use a sword but the real reason she could not use a sword was because her technique did not work well with sharp edged weaponry. She remembered the last time she tried it; her weapon flew out of her hand, out of her father's gym window, into her mother's store, and nearly hit a customer. That was a bad day. She wanted to comment more about sword but she did not want to give away the weakness. "I wonder why more Shinobi don't use a sword."
"They can be pretty wicked, that is for sure." Kiyomi said. She briefly wondered if she should talk about people who were quite good with channeling their chakra through a sword or other weapon in order to make them even more of a deadly fighter. "Possibly cause it is hard to smuggle a sword. A knife is smaller and easier to conceal than a big broadsword. There are ways to cover it, but most of them require either chakra or still not be as easy and handy as a knife." Deciding to show Violet something, Kiyomi shifted her bowl from her left to her right hand. Flicking her left wrist, there was a small blade rushing forward. It wasn't that long as Kiyomi's pink and ring finger carefully, but swiftly tilted the handle spot. "See? Easier to hide and use than if I were to try to hide a sword there. Then I am afraid I would hunch over to the left at one point." She joked as she would let the knife pull back underneath her bracer.
Violet amazed at the trick. "Yea using a sword does seem to put you at a disadvantage when you put it like that." This was not something she thought her classmates could do but it was very shinobi like. Every one of her classmates liked to use big moves and attacks. This was probably why they lost to her Delayed Fist, because they did not think about its affects. Then she started thinking about what would happen if she pulled out a hidden blade after an attack. Maybe she would call it Delayed Bladed. when "It is kind of hard to hide my fist," Violet joked, when "Does that put me at a disadvantage?" Though she said a joke, She hid a real question. She wondering if she should try and pick up a weapon instead of always fighting in hand to hand combat.
"Not unless you know how to hide them. Pretty easy." Placing her hands on her back, Kiyomi smiled a bit. "Quite easy, ain't it? But I suppose you've a mentor or sensei who is also able to teach you that kind of tips and stuff. I'm not really that great as others when it comes to helping how to conceal weapons and such." Kiyomi thought of Aiko, Saki and Katsu. Even Hayate was fairly better than her in concealing his weapons. "In the end, I was taught at the start that not picking a fight is the best way to win one."
"Sensei," Violet repeated, remembering her last lesson where he threw a shuriken that cut some of her off. Still, she grinned and raised her fist, "I will learn somehow and improve my Delayed Fist so I can beat the Uchiha and his inner demon!"
The enthusiasm was something that made Kiyomi chuckle. She wondered about what Violet meant with the Uchiha and inner demon, briefly causing her to wonder about something. But she dismissed the thought as it would be impossible and irrational. "Uchiha and inner demon?" She decided to ask, still wondering what Violet meant with that. "That doesn't sound so good. Got a rivalry going on, huh?"
"No... I mean, my class did not have anyone from the Uchiha clan, and everyone always told me the reason Uchiha's eyes turned red were because they had anemo demon inside of them that could cast strong Genjutsu if you look them in the eye." Violet started to shiver after saying the word Genjutsu. It was the worst shinobi ability ever invented. It was super shady, scary, and overpowered. Just the idea of being trapped in a nightmare and being unable to get out was horrible. Like what sicko even invited the idea? That person was a real demon.
Frowning as Violet shivered, Kiyomi was chewing on another grape. Clearing her mouth, she scratched her own cheek. "That is silly. One of my friends is an Uchiha." Though she found it silly, it was pretty amusing. Then again, she could remember the time that Hisoka had showed her his sharingan. Remaining silent for a second, Kiyomi spoke up again. "Beside, three of the past Hokages had those eyes. The Second, Third and Fourth. And knowing two of them, I can say that they haven't any inner demons."
Violet's face went red with embarrassment. She was not one to fall for the pranks of the other students, but to have fallen for this one and show it to Kiyomi was really embarrassing. "But what about the red eyes and the Nightmare you become trapped in by looking into them" That was the real scary part in her mind. It was terrifying to say the least and would make a fight with them involved nearly impossible to win. How do you avoid eye contact and effectively dodge the opponent?
"That is genjutsu. No work of a demon. It is simply manipulating chakra and then once it 'hits' you, you will experience the genjutsu effects." Kiyomi explained. She wasn't sure if she explained it properly as it wasn't something she was overly knowledgeable with genjutsu. "Besides, there are more genjutsu than just those who happen to involve glowing red eyes. Much more."
Violet folded her arms. Just because there was no demon, does not mean that genjutsu was not overpowered. Violet thought that those who used the genjutsu were just cowards who could not fight. Still she was feeling really bad about the demon thing. Good thing she never called anyone out on it. when "It's still scary and as cool as Taijutsu!" Taijutsu was an art, a true way of fighting, and the ultimate test of skill.
"Taijutsu is certainly cool." Kiyomi admitted as she thought about it.
"But there are so many forms of taijutsu. I prefer more un-orthodox fighting manners than the traditional ones. What about you?" She decided to ask, hoping that the conversation would be more to Violet's liking while they continued their walk.
"Un..Or...o..Docks, Is that a new type of taijutsu?" asked Violet. The Academy did not teach many types of taijutsu so she had to study other people like the Hyuugas or read about the different techniques from books. "I like seeing and learning about different types of Taijutsu. I think they all have their own charm. My favorite though, it would have to be the Strong Fist Style: Dynamic entry. I think it shows off the true power of pure Taijutsu and looks really cool. However the best Taijutsu is obviously my Delayed Fist" Violet pounded her fist together as she was itching to show off her ability against a bad guy.
Continue to enjoy her grapes, Kiyomi thought about it. She decided that she shouldn't try to explain it as she didn't want to come over as a smartass. "Though why is it called the Delayed fist? Does it make you slower? The punch comes later?" She asked the girl. Eating the last of her grapes, Kiyomi waited for a reply in return.
Violet chuckled with confidence, "That is my secret Kiyomi-sama." Then she grabbed her hips and tried to look cool. "Just know that it is really powerful, awesome, and unbeatable." Then she pulled out her grapes bowl. She was eating most of them while listening to Kiyomi's stories but now she only had 3 left. She popped one in her mouth and smiled. "When I win a competition or something Kiyomi-sama I am sure you will hear stories about how great my style is"
"I'll be looking forward then to such stories. Maybe I'll be escorted then more often by you, huh?" She cheerfully said. Noticing a stand that sold hats, caps and even umbrella's, as some people rather sought shelter from the warmth of the sun than to bade in it, Kiyomi pondered. "That looks interesting, what do you think?"
Violet smiled and nodded her head to both comments. Though she knew she was just boasting, she really wanted to make her technique renowned like Gentle Fist and Strong Fist. It was not fame she was seeking but acknowledgement of being strong. As Kiyomi pointed out the shop Violet saw a pink parasol. It was so cute. Her eyes glittered for a second before she remembered she was on a mission. "It would not hurt to look Kiyomi-sama." Violet tried to hide her excitement but her eyes never left the pink parasol.
Following Violet's gaze, Kiyomi suppressed a laugh. "I'm not sure what the reward will be of the mission, but if you would, I wouldn't mind to reward such loyal service with a gift." She said on their small way towards the stand. The man behind the counter of the stand rubbed his hands, hoping that the two would buy something.
Violet turned to Kiyomi and smiled."Thank you Kiyomi-sama, but I cannot impose any more then I have. You have taught me lots and all I have done is walk beside you." She picked up the parasol opened it and spun it above her head as if she was in the rain. After looking at the price tag, she put it back. She saw a straw-hat with an artificial flower. She picked it up, checking the tags. "A true Shinobi should earn their keep, not leech off of those wealthier then her." She pulled out her wallet and gave the man a bill as payment. She felt proud to buy something with her own money.
Kiyomi wondered for a moment what she had taught Violet, but would let the girl pay for her own expenses. Looking around, she tried to look for something that she could give away as a gift. Perhaps a hat for Saki? Deciding to wait and perhaps buy a gift later, Kiyomi thought of where they could go now. Seeing that the market wasn't being very interesting today, she was curious to visit the Merchant district. But going outside the inner walls was something that a number of people wouldn't like. Thus she would set her mind on another place. "Ever heard of the place, Azumi?"
"Azumi, Azumi..." Violet repeated as she tried to recall the name, "Umm... I heard some elderly speak the name" Violet went to twirl one of her pig tails but remembered it was not there. Then she fiddled with her fingers hoping to recall something. The only other thing she could remember was the cranky old people yelling at her for spying on them. "Other than the name... no." She sighed, as she gave up on trying to remember.
"Not very surprising that they did. Though I suppose they were probably talking about the teahouse." Kiyomi said. She thought for a moment how to get from their current location to the desired one. "I just want to do a brief visit though, but I assume you haven't heard of the Guardians then either?" The young teen asked politely.
Violet put her finger on her lip and thought very hard. This time nothing, not even the name, came to mind. "Nope... I don't know the Guardians... Do they use that Unoarthrodoxs technique?" Her eyes glowed as she at the thought of seeing a new Taijutsu. Then she went into a weird stance pretending to be an Unoarthrodox fighter.
A laugh escaped Kiyomi, who managed to snort it back into a few amused snorts. "I think that they do. You could perhaps seek an audience and try to join them." She suggested to Violet. "Many members I know are quite the shinobi. Using some nice taijutsu styles as other fighting styles." She wondered briefly if she should share some tales about various members, but wasn't sure if Violet was even remotely interested in hearing them.
Violet covered her mouth to catch her squeal, managing to muffle it enough so only Kiyomi could hear it. Then she started shadow boxing as she fought with her nervousness "Would they let me join? Do I have a shot? Kiyomi-sama thinks I can do! I-I want to do it! I wanna try!" As she finished, she punched her nervousness. However she did not know what she would have to do. "How do I prove myself kiyomi-sama" She ask while running up to Kiyomi and looking up to her with eyes both sparkling with hope and gleaming with determination.
Glancing as Violet caught up with her again, Kiyomi found the question quite adorable. "Enlist. Then from what I remember is that somebody of the elite unit will give you a test. Succeed? And you're a member of the Guardians. Well," she thought on how to properly explain it. Not every member of the Guardians was part of the real Guardian unit. "You will be accepted into the organization, allowing to request other members to help you training or just favors. In return of favors back."
"OK then I will enlist and pass that test without delay!" she cheered while raising her fist. This would be great. Judging by the name, they had to be superb fighters but so was Violet. She also had an ace up her sleeve, her amp. It was the single most powerful move in her arsenal and most discrete. It would surely wipe the floor with anyone who underestimated her. "What is enlist?"
"Joining." Kiyomi answered. She wasn't sure if Violet had made a pun with her first response, but it sure did provoke another laugh from Kiyomi. "I'm sure you will find yourself fitting among them." Briefly she wondered if she should request Hayate to personally test Violet, but she didn't know the girl that well or long enough to perform such nice gestures.
"Oh-KAY! Then I will join and pass without delay" She cheered, replacing the word she learned with a word she knew. Then she remembered something very important, something that will make or break her in the future of missions and shinobi ways. She was on a mission. "Oh... wait there will be one delay... I have to finish escorting you first Kiyomi-sama"
"That is true. I would be after all lost without such a valiant kunoichi." Finding the way wasn't that hard. Leaving the more busy sections and districts of the city, Kiyomi led her and Violet towards Azumi, which meant they were heading for some of the training fields. There were some couples of senior who were heading the same direction as they were or so it seemed at least. "Though I do think I'll return back after this visit. Seeing how calm and peaceful it is today, I figure that a nap later would be most welcome."
Violet nodded and followed Kiyomi. She made sure to take notice of training fields. They were much bigger then her dads dojo but she wonder if they could do as much. Her dad was an excellent trainer and fighter though he rarely worked with Violet. Her mother was a good mentor sometimes but she loved to joke and mess around a lot so rarely did things get done. Still both of them gave good advice and tips for when Violet wanted to train on her own. She also took notice of the senior people, careful not to bother then and get yelled at again. That would be terrible on her escort mission. "So what is this Azumi place"
The question was answered a second later. "It is the headquarters of the organization. It has a dojo, library and even some place for members to stay. The name after all means 'Safe Residence'. It is a sort of second home as some of the members didn't have one before. Or need it." Her voice trailed a bit off as she would simply look in front of her. "It is a nice place in my opinion."
"You mean... for the Guardians!" Violets excitement rose sharply. She was going to meet the Guardians on her mission. If she was a rocket... she would have made it pass Pluto by now. However being the Shinobi that she is, she managed to keep it to a quiet singing as she trailed behind Kiyomi, "I get to meet the Guardians"
"Yes, sorry." A light hearted chuckle escaped Kiyomi as they would arrive on the perimeter of the headquarters. Though there was a small group being active outside, participating in some group training, Kiyomi's attention went to the surrounding gardens. She hoped to see a familiar face tending to the gardens, but seemed that she didn't have the luck. "I suppose we can take a look inside, if you would want that." Kiyomi asked Violet, glancing at the double door entrance of the complex.
Upon seeing the garden Violet jogged over to get a better view of the plants. They were so pretty and so many. However her garden of 3 flowers was still clearly better. At least that is what she kept telling herself. Then Kiyomi mentioned going inside. "If that would be alright with you Kiyomi-sama." She was trying to stay respectful. She wanted to go inside really badly and started chanting the song again in a quiet voice.
"Then let's go." Heading towards the doors, she was grateful that everybody outside was minding their own business. She didn't feel the need to spark a conversation with somebody other than a few exceptions. Opening the door, she glanced around before holding it open for Violet to enter. "Let's hope we don't disturb anybody. The majority of the halls is actually off-limits."
Violet nodded and walked in after Kiyomi, grinning and wanted to shout every second. However Kiyomi warned her that most of the hall was off limits and this brought even more excitement. Would she catch of glimpse of the secret areas? Would she meet the Guardians? Would she pass the test? "What is everyone doing?"
Closing the door softly behind them, Kiyomi shrugged lightly. "I am not certain. Many are part of a team, so they can be on a mission, send on by the jounin commander. Or a specialized team from the Guardians are on a mission send by the captain of the Guardians. Training, enjoying some free time or spending time in the library. Not sure." She replied to the girl. Beckoning her to not wander off and stick close to her, Kiyomi felt it was ages since she had wandered around the halls. Deciding that they could first go to the library, Kiyomi thought of something. "Do you like to read?"
Violet followed like a tourist while listening to all the things Guardians do. Special missions, training, Library, these were all interesting things for the 12 year old girl. "I read a little. I love the stories about Heroes and I love books about the different Taijutsu. I have a small Library at home too hehe." It was not a big one, with only 5 books, 4 of them she swiped from her father's collection because he was going to just throw them away. "OH is there secret books techniques I could learn?"
"If the captain allows you, yes." She answered. It took a bit before they were at the entrance of the silent wing, mainly because it had been some time for Kiyomi. Spotting several people reading and studying, she decided that it would be best to not further advance into the section. "I think we should else go to the lounge. Before we disturb somebody." She suggested to Violet, glancing at the girl as she would take a step away.
That means she would just have to impress the Captain when she met him. However her bubble would be popped when Kiyomi suggested they go to the lounge. She was heartbroken but she bared it. Why Kiyomi was walking off, she raised her hand and blew a kiss to the countless books she would read in the future. "Till we meet again books of learning" Then she quickly caught back up with Kiyomi. when "You think we will get to meet someone in the lounge Kiyomi-sama"
Glancing sideways, she didn't want to disappoint Violet. Clearly the girl was excited to meet somebody that was part of the organization, which Kiyomi doubted. Around this time of the day, she didn't reckon that many members were spending time in the lounge, possibly at the end of the afternoon or just in the early hours of the evening.
"One way to find out." The young teen said. As they neared the lounge, Kiyomi wondered where Kazuo was. Probably arranging some matters for Hayate, she figured. Together with Violet, they would arrive in the lounge. There were a couple of people at a table talking with each other. Wearing the specialized flak jacket, Kiyomi recognized that they were part of the real unit of the organization. "See those few people there? Those are members who have proven their worth and loyalty to get such a jacket. Next to be being a chuunin shinobi or kunoichi."
Prove their worth and Loyalty? Violet knew she was loyal but what did Kiyomi mean by worth. She walked in front of Kyomi to speak with them but she felt a sharp wave of nervousness hit from nowhere. Thoughts of what might happen if she made a bad impression seeped in. She was scared. Had this been a fight, she would not worry but social interaction was a huge downfall of hers for years. "Kiyomi-sama… what if I make a bad impression? What if I'm not worthy"
The questions confused Kiyomi as she blinked a few times rapidly. "Worthy of what? Oh." She looked back at the group. They had clearly caught eye of Violet and her, but politely continued their own conversation instead of just staring at them. "I doubt you will. Besides, they are probably not a bad bunch." She paused. "None of them is the captain or one of the two lieutenants. But if you don't dare, I suppose can call it a day."
"Wait wait... I..." Violet did not want to quit. She was not a quitter. She fought tooth and nail to get where she was now. She closed her eyes and took a deep breath and exhaled the nervousness. She had Kiyomi behind her and what more could she ask for. She could not let Kiyomi down and dishonor her kindness. Violet opened her eyes which were filled with fire. Then she walked over to the two shinobi and politely interrupted them. "Excuse me and good afternoon. I am Violet Tsukami and I hope I can one day be worthy like you both." Then she bowed.
Though she had playfully taunted Violet, Kiyomi hadn't anticipated that Violet would just walk on to the two members by herself. Walking after the girl, she was a bit too late to prevent her from speaking up. The two at the table briefly stared, surprised, at Violet. The kunoichi at the table had her arms covered in bandage as her dark eyes briefly eyed the genin, only to travel back to Kiyomi. The eyes of both the Guardians widened as they rose up and made a quick bow. Something that did irk Kiyomi, but she couldn't blame them. Subtly gesturing to the members that it was fine, Kiyomi took a step backwards to allow Violet some time to talk with the members. The young man, sporting dark brown hair and freckles, chuckled briefly. "A pleasure to meet a future member then." He politely replied. The kunoichi with raven colored hair remained silent as she placed a hand on her hip.
"You're rather short, aren't you?" She stated, tilting her head to the right as she asked so.
The words future member stuck in her head. She thanked the man and blushed, delayed standing up to look at the man. However she knew she could not be scared. She had to be brave or else. When she looked up she saw the man smiling which made her blush more. It was the first time she made a good introduction. However all of this would change when she heard the kunoichi called her short. She clenched her fist but otherwise held her composer. "I-I maybe short... but... but I-I am not weak!" she said firmly. Memories of her Academy days rushed in. She was the shortest girl in class and person overall and was teased for it. She did not let that stopped her, and took it as a challenge to prove how wrong they were.
Remaining out of it, Kiyomi simply observed the situation. The young man glanced at the kunoichi, who crossed her arms out front of her chest. "Take it easy. No need to judge somebody on their heights, Sui." The kunoichi that went by the name Sui simply raised her eyebrows. She didn't say anything as the young man would introduce himself. "The name is Katashi. Don't mind her; she is in a bit of a sour mood." He friendly stated, earning himself a sideways glare from Sui. "But you want to join the Guardians, eh?"
Violet was happy that the man defended her; but if she had too, Violet could totally kick that woman's butt. Totally... like if Sui was sleeping, and had her arms cut off... Then maybe Violet would have a chance. However, that would not be needed because Katashi was nice and stuff. Violet smiled before answering the question, "Yes Katashi-san I want to join the guardians!"
Katashi rubbed his chin as he raised his right eyebrow slowly up. "Good, good. But do you know what the purpose is of the Guardians?" He asked friendly. Sui sat down as she threw a glance at Kiyomi. The latter still keeping a little of distance as she observed the situation with an amused smile on her lips.
Violet thought about the name and came to a conclusion. "Is it to protect Akinian?" That is what her father told her about shinobi in general when she wanted to be a ninja. She did not pay it much mind at first but as she read more stories about heroes. She too wanted to uphold their tradition. After all, to her heroes were strong themselves and renown among the great Shinobi. "I love Akinian... and my dream is to become a strong Kunoichi. One that can defend Akinian with my own power."
Sui scoffed, but Katashi shot the other Guardian a glance as he would shook his head. Sitting down to prevent the girl from the trouble to look up all the time, the young man made a gesture to the person behind Violet. "It is, but we're to protect the person that rules over Akino. Though we won't just leave somebody in danger, our first goal is to protect the ruler." This provoked a snort from Kiyomi. She wanted to say a light hearted joke that Violet could then already see herself as a Guardian with her current mission, but decided against it.
Violet grinned at the man explanation. A group to protect Kiyomi, they had to be like heroes. She also knew that she also had a lot to learn and her Delayed Fist was not strong enough to be the Guardian Kiyomi needed. However that did not deterred her, instead only adding another reason to train and grow stronger. "Good cause already agreed to give my life and grow stronger to protect, Kiyomi-sama!" she announced while making a fist.
Kiyomi herself wasn't that much thrilled with hearing that as she would speak up. "Though I serve the people." She said. Both Katashi as Sui seemed to find the Violet's reaction slight amusing as Katashi nodded to confirm Kiyomi's words. "That and there is still always a tomorrow that needs another hero. If I were you, I would enjoy my time rather than spending it all on training. Believe me," the man sighed softly, "training all day long isn't that great or cracked up as they make you believe it is."
"But training can be fun too. The feeling of inventing a new move and perfecting it" she said why swaying as she remembered the joys and struggles when developing her Delayed Fist, "The experience of overcoming new obstacles, and breaking the limits." Then she placed her hands over her heart. She would not forget about the people though. She moved to the side she was not in between Kiyomi and the two chunin. "And I will be the herione who protects everyone."
The reply made Kiyomi wonder if she had been like that as well. She could remember Leo and how he wanted to be a hero later. Crossing her arms out front of her chest, she watched how Violet's words caused both Katashi as Sui to snicker and laugh. But not at her as the young man replied back. "That's the spirit. When I was a genin, I had pretty much the same ambition. Just work hard and you'll get there eventually." He told her. Even Sui seemed to crack a smile.
She bowed after receiving the complement, "Thank you Katashi-san" It was great having people believe in her for once. She stood up while smiling and turned to Kiyomi. Then she remembered she was on a mission not here to waste time. She ran over to Kiyomi to apologize, "Sorry Kiyomi-sama, I took your time again. We can leave whenever you are ready."
Shaking her head lightly, Kiyomi replied back. "It is okay. Let's not just tell anybody that you took a bit of your own to talk with them." She told Violet as she would gesture to the way they had came into the lounge. While already walking, Kiyomi glanced at the girl. "So, are you certain? I mean, becoming a hero isn't always that great. People will rely on you, y'know?"
Violet waved to the two Chunin before following Kiyomi. Then she glanced away from Kiyomi. She was not good at answer these life questions. Her father would randomly pick up one while she was training and she never had a good answer. "If I back down now, I would be letting those who believe in me down while giving in to those who do not. I want to be strong. I want to prove to everyone I can be a great Kunoichi. I want to help others in need, Even if others don't want to help me... I will fight alone if I have too, to protect what is important to me." A tear ran down her face, though she wiped it away.
Simply nodding as she didn't consider herself as the person who was allowed to doubt Violet, Kiyomi placed her hands at the back of her head. Enjoying the serenity that was still present in and around the complex, Kiyomi wasn't looking forward to heading back to the palace. Once outside, she would turn towards Violet. "I forgot to ask, but who is actually your sensei? Perhaps somebody I know?"
Violet grabbed the part of her head where her pigtails would come out. She did not know how she felt about him. He seemed like caring person but he did cut her hair on that mission. "Hiron Hon-sensei."
"Oh really? That old drill sergeant?" She said, lowering her hands as she would then erupt in laughter. "I suppose you should be luckily that you consider training that much fun. He has a way to test that though." She wondered if Violet was aware that her sensei was Kiyomi's guardian. Deciding to not reveal that fact now, she continued snickering.
Violet turned to Kiyomi with shock. To her knowledge, Hiron was not a funny guy. In fact, he was the opposite of funny. He was super serious, mean, and had no eye for skilled students. "Test! Is Hiron-sensei going to give me a test too? Darn it... where do all these people find the time to make test" she complain while folding her arms. Today was already full of test. She hoped if she had to take another test, that it would be much later when she was more rested.
"Hahahahah, it isn't really what I meant. It is more," Kiyomi paused as she snorted her laughter back. "That he will likely train a lot. It is a manner of saying." Glancing to the side, Kiyomi cupped her chin for a moment as she thought out loud. "Though perhaps I should think of a test for you now, huh? One more can't always hurt."
Violet laughed hesitantly while looking away, "Hahaha Kiyomi-sama, your jokes are funny hahaha... Please tell me you are joking?" She started sweating a little worried about what kind of brain rattling test she would bring up this time though she really hope she was just joking.
Again the teen snickered as she nodded. "Don't worry. I suppose we should get going. I suppose in exchange for your excellent escorting that I could do a good word for you. I'm sure that the lord jounin commander would be pleased to hear that there are genin like you around. What do you think?" Kiyomi replied back.
Violet clapped her hands together and looked up at Kiyomi, "Again Kiyomi-sama, your kindness knows no bounds" Her eyes were more radiant than ever. If the Lord Jounin Commander would hear her name, maybe she would be giving more special mission. Then she bowed and continued to thank Kiyomi.
Waving the thanks away, Kiyomi found Violet's thanks more than amusing. It most certainly had its boundaries, she knew herself well enough, but it was always fun hearing somebody stating such lines. "That's alright. I suppose I can find my own way back without somebody bothering me or requiring more of your service. That and I wouldn't dare to occupy such a valiant kunoichi longer than I already have for today."
"No Kiyomi-sama, It was a blast. I learned so much and met new people. I would love to escort you again some time." Violet smiled. Her mission was complete and a complete success. She could not wait to go home and brag to her mom about how awesome she was, though she would surely make sure to keep quiet about the secret parts about the mission.
"Glad to hear so. I suppose I will be hearing soon enough then about your adventures." Kiyomi half turned around as she would nod towards Violet. "Thanks and take care." With that said, the young teen would place her hands again at the back of her head as she would walk in a calm pace towards 'home'.
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Flashback
A collab done between Unyielding and Aliceee
Summary :
Violet gets a very small mission to escort somebody. This happens on the day that the Ironblood tournament was over, which means right at the start of the timeskip/7 days back.
[spoili]A collab done between Unyielding and Aliceee
Summary :
Violet gets a very small mission to escort somebody. This happens on the day that the Ironblood tournament was over, which means right at the start of the timeskip/7 days back.
Violet was at home filling up her purple watering can. While she was gone, her mother was suppose to be taking care of her plants but Violet was worried her mother might have slack off. With a full watering can, she walked across the road in front of her mother's shop and studied her garden carefully. She started watering the plants one by one. First was the purple muscari. This was her first plant and her favorite as it represented her. Next was her blue cosmos. The cosmos represented her father and was a gift on her 4th birthday. Next was the red rose. This was not a gift and instead was the first flower Violet bought. It represented her mother. Next was a white lily. This... Violet did not know what it represented, nor did she remember growing one in the first place. She only had 3 flowers.
"MOMMMMM," she shouted.
Rose quickly walked to the window to greet her daughter, "Hello Vi, you called for mother?"
Violet pointed to the fourth flower, "Why is there an intruder in my garden?"
Rose giggled why looking away as if she was innocent, "Ohh... uhh... you know... I thought they were so lonely so I added a friend..."
"MOMMM... you promised" She said placing her hand at her hips.
Rose walked outside and hugged Violet, "Sorry baby... but did you know, another letter came in for you."
Violet looked at her mother, knowing her plan. "Mom you cannot distract me this time..."
"No really, it reads important and is all fancy." Rose added why pulling out the letter.
Violet took the letter and opened it.
'You have been assigned to an escort mission, please meet up at the Dango Shop to receive further instructions'
"Mom we will talk when I get back," warned Violet as she grabbed her stuff and ran off. When she arrived at the shop, she was captured by the sweet aromas. "2 dangos please," she shouted as she walked to the counter.
Sitting at the round table, Kiyomi leaned with her chin on her palms as her elbows rested on the table. Glancing at somebody who entered the establishment, she doubted that her escort would today be an old senior. The man held the door open for another senior, maybe his wife or sister? Huffing, Kiyomi glanced outside of the room as she decided to wait longer. Lowering her hands, she roffled with her right hand softly on the table.
The shopkeeper chuckled as the ball of energy placed the order. He handed Violet 2 sticks with a balls pink, white, and green ball on a plate. "Thank you sir," she bowed after handing over a few coins. "Dango, dango, dango," she quietly sang as she looked for an empty table. Sadly the some of the other academy graduates from her class was here. She wanted to leave but remembered she had a mission and that comes first. She sighed, looking for an empty spot where her classmates was not sitting and noticed a teenager sitting by herself. Violet knew she recognized the person but could not put a face to name. Smell of the fresh dangos did not help her remember either and only made her think of food. So she walked over to the table with the teenager. Upon closer examination, she noticed a scare on her left eye. Upon arriving at the table she bowed, "H-hello m-ma'am... do you mind... if I s-sit here." The scar was intimidating itself but it was the girl's presences which instilled fear. One that nearly made Violet reconsider sitting with her.
The voice of a girl, who approached her, made Kiyomi glance with a frown. "No, I don't mind. Go ahead." She calmly replied. "Am waiting anyways, so I might be gone in a bit." She further added as she would lean a bit back as she eyed the other. "Enjoy." Kiyomi said, nodding towards the dangoes.
As the teen frowned, Violet lowered her head. This would be the second time a senior figure did this to her. She pictured the moment when she met her sensei, how he seem disappointed in her. Still, Violet thanked her and took a seat. Violet snuck a glance at the teen. "Ma'am... I know this is not my business but who are you waiting on?" Violet quickly looked back down at her dangos hoping not to see the woman get mad at her noisiness.
The question made Kiyomi shrug lightly. "It is a bit odd. I kind of am waiting for somebody who was appointed to escort me. However due to the short of notice, I am not sure who it is or if it is going to happen." Kiyomi answered. She briefly glanced at the door before moving her gaze back to the girl. "But where are my manners? My name is Kiyomi. May I know yours perhaps? Converse a bit easier."
Violet gasped, after hearing the name. "Y-y-you a-are th-the Kiyomi? I-I..." Violet whispered. She took a deep breath to suppress her excitement. "S-sorry Kiyomi-sama. I-I did not know it was you." Violet was trembling realizing that she was sitting with one of the most important people in the country. Then she looked up at Kiyomi "Oh... my name... Sorry... I am Violet Tsukami." After finishing her introduction, Violet smiled and looked down to hide her face, happy to give her name to someone like Kiyomi. Then she though back to a comment Kiyomi made earlier about waiting on some. "I am waiting on someone too."
The Kiyomi? That made the teen snort as she briefly closed her eyes and shook her head lightly. "From what I know is that I am just Kiyomi. Not the. There are probably dozens or hundreds of others having the name, but you are?" Deciding to try to shift the attention from her, Kiyomi continued. "I hope that I'm not occupying a reserved spot then. If you want, I wouldn't mind giving the seat up for the person you're waiting for. I am just waiting for somebody who was send over. No big deal of course."
Violet shook her head and held out her hands while her face went red. She did not want to imply that she wanted the teen to leave. In fact, she would feel really bad if she did leave. "No, no, no Kiyomi-sama. I meant... uhh..." Violet started to panic a little as she struggled to gather her thoughts. "Well... I... uhh... I guess i can tell you." Violet looked around to make sure nobody was listening and grinned, "Well I am secretly on an escort mission myself, but I don't know for who yet..."
"Ooooh, you're a kunoichi, huh?" Kiyomi replied as she would place her left elbow on the table and rest the side of her face on her palm. "Let me guess, you got a note that told you to come here? And now you're here waiting for somebody who you need to escort. Though a shinobi only knows what he or she is supposed to know.... right?" She asked in a manner as if they were plotting something shady.
Violet nodded. "Though... I don't know why they don't tell me who i'm escorting..." Violet folded her arms agreeing with Kiyomi. "Also I am not just any kunoichi, I am going to be one of the greatest Kunoichis!" Then Violet grabbed one of her dangos and took a bite out of the pink ball. She closed her eyes and hummed as its sweetness filled her mouth.
"Interesting." Kiyomi softly said as her eyes quickly glanced to the right before looking back at Violet. "That is a very cool goal. But how will you do that when you're not sure how to identify the person you need to escort?" Kiyomi asked, continuing with another question as she hushed her voice further. "Maybe it is a test? That the top is trying to see if you're being fit to become truly one of the greatest kunoichi in history."
Violet froze in place. Kiyomi was right, this could be a test to test Violet's greatness, and as of right now she was failing. "Oh nooo... I got to find my client. I can't fail test" She looked around the shop again and then she stood up suddenly and walked to the shopkeeper. She asked him if he saw anyone important come by but he shook his head. Then she walked over to a window and looked outside for anyone who might look like they needed an escort. Nobody was standing around the shop. Violet took another bite out of her dango and thought about it, eventually taking out her note. Since the letter is important, that means the escort is important. Also that means that person being escorted is important. Thus they would not be late to this shop and are probably here. Then it hit her like a stone brick. She ran over to Kiyomi. "Kiyomi-sama, you're important and stuff. So that means... I am escorting you?"
Watching how Violet started to pace, Kiyomi would just remain sitting and growing more amused by the situation. It briefly made her consider how she would've reacted as a genin. Probably not much different if she could remember it correctly. Insane how a few years could change a person, she thought to herself. "I believe that might be the case." Getting up, she placed her left hand on her hip. "I was after all waiting for my escort so that I could pay a visit to down town. But I am not really to go without an escort, cause.. I am sure that you're intelligent enough to see know why." Gesturing to the door, Kiyomi giggled for a second. "Shall we go then?"
"Sorry about the wait... but Yes Kiyomi-sama, I am ready" Violet grabbed her dangos and they walked out the door. Happy she passed her test; she took another bite of the dangos, finishing off the pink ball. Next time she got an escort mission; she would be ready and find the client in no time. While walking, Violet was wondering what kind of person Kiyomi was. Sure she was important and stuff, but what kind of kunoichi was she? What kind of taijutsu did she know? What was it like to have the two tails inside of her? What was the two tails like? All these questions filled her head. Finally she build up the nerve to ask one. "So Kiyomi-sama, did you ever escort someone as a genin?"
Walking next to Violet, Kiyomi stuffed her hands into her sleeveless jacket. Glancing sideways as Violet asked her a question, Kiyomi nodded. "Yes. Most often it was just escorting people who needed some extra help. You know, seniors and such folk who have it a bit more troublesome in their daily life." She answered. "It was kind of fun. I remember this old war veteran who spoke of tales of foreign countries and places. And about a lady who kept sneezing every five minutes."
Violet looked up at Kiyomi in amazement. This would be her first escort mission ever so she did not know what it would be like. She tried to imagine what those two people were like but all she could think about was the old folk who just yelled at her when she was home. "They did not yell at you? Most of the elderly I met are just cranky." Violet then looked at the ground. She clapped her hands together to blow away the negative thoughts. "Did you ever get to escort someone as a bodyguard?"
"Yes. The current governor, previously Yondaime Hokage. I've been his apprentice, which meant that I had also to escort and guard him several times. And no," the question made Kiyomi chuckle as she shook her head lightly, "nobody yelled at me. Elderly people can be nice. Just make sure you treat them nice and always be respectful. Most have cool stories to tell. But that might just be me." Kiyomi answered. Heading towards the market, Kiyomi glanced around a bit.
Nice elderly people? Those are two words Violet would never thought to say together. She did not get along with the age group, but then again she did not get alone with her own age group. Violet wanted to ask another question but they were arriving into the market and Kiyomi seemed to be looking for something. Violet started glancing around too. After all, it was her job to keep Kiyomi safe. Who knows what dangers will appear at this so market? Now that her hands were free from the dangos. Violet put on her Rose's Guard. Violet did not wear a headband instead opting to have the village's symbol on these ninja gauntlets. "You don't have to worry Kiyomi-sama, I will protect you." She promised while punching her fist into her palm.
For a moment Kiyomi wanted to ask for who she needed protection from, but remembered what the girl's goal was. "Thank you. Always great to know that there is somebody around that is capable of protecting me." She said, hiding her amusement underneath a friendly tone. She briefly glanced at the gauntlets and decided to keep the conversation going on as they would further advance into the market. It wasn't that busy anyways. "Though what kind of kunoichi are you? Like, what kind of abilities do you have?"
Violet smiled happy to receive a complement from Kiyomi. However it was the second question which really made violet excited. To think Kiyomi had an interest in what Violet could do. "What type of kunoichi am I you asked? Well I am the one and only master of the Delayed Fist" She said while running ahead and entering her fighting stance. She threw a few punches and kicks in the air before she placed her hands on her hips and laughed. "Nobody in my class could beat me either."
"The Delayed Fist?" Kiyomi repeated after, trying to remember a fighting style that had been nicked like that. But she couldn't think of anybody that she knew or had faced that used something that was following that kind of name. "Impressive. And what do I need to imagine with this powerful fighting style?" Kiyomi asked. Slowly halting, she searched her pocket for her wallet. "Wait, shall we buy some fruit? An apple, banana or something as snack?"
"Fruit oh uh, well." Violet loved fruits, especially the smaller bite size ones like grapes and cherries but she suffered from the curse of never being able to pick one out to eat. They all had such good nutritional value and a sweet taste to boot. She looked at the stalls studying the quality of the fruits carefully. "I haven't had a cherry in a while... but the white grapes look so ripe, however bananas would really be good for my training... uhhh..." She was stuck. She reached in her pocket and pulled out her wallet, while letting out a sigh. She was saving up for the new flower pot so she could not spend too much. She had to make a decision. After weighing the different variables, she decided to buy the white grapes. Then she turned to Kiyomi, "What are you going to get?"
"White grapes for us. Sounds good." She told Violet as she would pull out some money of her wallet and order some grapes for the both of them. The woman behind the counter of the stand nodded simply as she asked if they wanted a small bag, but Kiyomi instead asked if the woman had something like two small bowls or something to eat while visiting the market. This made the woman to call her husband and only a minute later did she bring two bowls with the order divided in them. Thanking the woman, who would continue to praise the wares, Kiyomi turned back to Violet. Frowning at the wallet of the girl, Kiyomi stretched one of the bowls towards the girl. "I believe this is on me." She friendly stated.
Violet was cautious to take the bowl, though she did not want to insult Kiyomi's kindness. She accepted it while bowing, "Thank you so much!" Violet was not use to people being nice to her. In fact, besides her parents, she was always at odds with the people around her. It felt nice to be friendly and not constantly worrying about being prank or having to prove herself. She rubbed her eyes before her tears formed. She was truly inspired now and wanted this escort mission to be a critical success. "Oh yeah Kiyomi-sama, did you still want to know about my Delayed Fist technique?"
Slight surprised by the reaction of Violet, Kiyomi didn't start to question it as she would simply pick up a grape and put into her mouth. Waiting for the girl to 'recover' from the friendly gesture, Kiyomi nodded as response to the question as she cleared her mouth. "If you wouldn't mind. I have never heard of a Delayed Fist Technique. Sounds intriguing, if you won't mind me saying."
Violet thought about a good way to show off her technique without causing a big problem for the area. "Well it is hard to explain... Umm" she grabbed a rock and showed it to Kiyomi. "Ok, I am going to toss this rock in the air 3 times" Then she looked around to make sure nobody would get hurt. She tossed the rock in the air. It flew up 1-3 meters before coming back down. "Now I will apply the technique." She closed her eyes to concentrate and minimize the power and threw the rock. As she released it, a tiny explosion of air discharged in her hand causing the rock to fly 4-6 meters before coming down. "Now here is why I named it Delayed Fist" She closed her eyes again to minimize the power and threw the rock. As it reached its peak height, a tiny explosion of air discharged under the rock propelling it another 3 feet into the air. "That is my powerful fighting style hehe" Violet announced while catching the rock.
Not one to be quickly amazed or impressed, Kiyomi couldn't help but to look surprised for a moment. She wondered about how that had worked, other than the obvious fact that there was some chakra in the play. Glancing at the rock, Kiyomi flashed a smile. "Impressive. Good to know that my current guardian is a capable kunoichi indeed. Though," Raising her left eyebrow, Kiyomi hushed her voice a bit. "Is it not unwise for a shinobi to reveal one of their cards?" She asked as she was about to continue the walk around the market.
Violet looked at the rock, and smiled. Although she did show a sample of her technique, that was but a tip of the iceberg. This added to the fact that when Violet would become a Great Kunoichi, everyone would have heard of her technique. So, she would always have to be constantly evolving the style. "Kiyomi-sama, wise or not, I want to be able to win against any card, even if the enemy knows my cards." Then she held up the rock, "Besides Kiyomi-sama, all you know is that I can throw rocks really high. I would not count that as a card." Violet added before giggling.
"I could try to analyze and create a theory behind it. My uncle excels in it, but sounds like fun challenge, no?" She replied. "If I am correct, you need to amplify your chakra in order to either produce or reproduce the effect. Much like how some use their chakra to strengthen their attacks. Meaning simply, don't engage in close range." Shrugging lightly, Kiyomi picked another grape from her bowl. "Though I have no eyes that can see chakra systems or movements, so it is more wild guessing than anything in particular." A light snort escaped her, as she thought of something.
All of the charka talk completely blew Violets mind. She was never really adverse in how chakra worked, but she knew how to use it. She shrugged and laughed. "But then I would just throw rocks at you," she joked while dropping the rock. She then popped a grape in her mouth as they continued walking. "Kiyomi-sama, if you don't mind me asking, what kind of Kunochi are you?"
Clearing her mouth before giving an answer, Kiyomi replied back. "That is a question I have yet to figure out myself. Strangely enough there are a lot of people who claim that you know what kind of kunoichi or shinobi you are when you're dying." She said, picking up another grape. It was sad that it was not busy on the market as she had hoped to encounter some people she knew. Though going back would be a waste of the effort she had placed into getting this bit of freedom arranged. "If you mean what I can do? Nothing really special. I suppose I can swing a sword, but not sure if that is a cool thing." She further replied, actually pondering on it if it was a cool thing.
"Swords are cool, though. My mom will not let me use a sword." assured Violet, "I read about plenty of shinobis who channeled their jutsu through their weapons" She wished she could use a sword but the real reason she could not use a sword was because her technique did not work well with sharp edged weaponry. She remembered the last time she tried it; her weapon flew out of her hand, out of her father's gym window, into her mother's store, and nearly hit a customer. That was a bad day. She wanted to comment more about sword but she did not want to give away the weakness. "I wonder why more Shinobi don't use a sword."
"They can be pretty wicked, that is for sure." Kiyomi said. She briefly wondered if she should talk about people who were quite good with channeling their chakra through a sword or other weapon in order to make them even more of a deadly fighter. "Possibly cause it is hard to smuggle a sword. A knife is smaller and easier to conceal than a big broadsword. There are ways to cover it, but most of them require either chakra or still not be as easy and handy as a knife." Deciding to show Violet something, Kiyomi shifted her bowl from her left to her right hand. Flicking her left wrist, there was a small blade rushing forward. It wasn't that long as Kiyomi's pink and ring finger carefully, but swiftly tilted the handle spot. "See? Easier to hide and use than if I were to try to hide a sword there. Then I am afraid I would hunch over to the left at one point." She joked as she would let the knife pull back underneath her bracer.
Violet amazed at the trick. "Yea using a sword does seem to put you at a disadvantage when you put it like that." This was not something she thought her classmates could do but it was very shinobi like. Every one of her classmates liked to use big moves and attacks. This was probably why they lost to her Delayed Fist, because they did not think about its affects. Then she started thinking about what would happen if she pulled out a hidden blade after an attack. Maybe she would call it Delayed Bladed. when "It is kind of hard to hide my fist," Violet joked, when "Does that put me at a disadvantage?" Though she said a joke, She hid a real question. She wondering if she should try and pick up a weapon instead of always fighting in hand to hand combat.
"Not unless you know how to hide them. Pretty easy." Placing her hands on her back, Kiyomi smiled a bit. "Quite easy, ain't it? But I suppose you've a mentor or sensei who is also able to teach you that kind of tips and stuff. I'm not really that great as others when it comes to helping how to conceal weapons and such." Kiyomi thought of Aiko, Saki and Katsu. Even Hayate was fairly better than her in concealing his weapons. "In the end, I was taught at the start that not picking a fight is the best way to win one."
"Sensei," Violet repeated, remembering her last lesson where he threw a shuriken that cut some of her off. Still, she grinned and raised her fist, "I will learn somehow and improve my Delayed Fist so I can beat the Uchiha and his inner demon!"
The enthusiasm was something that made Kiyomi chuckle. She wondered about what Violet meant with the Uchiha and inner demon, briefly causing her to wonder about something. But she dismissed the thought as it would be impossible and irrational. "Uchiha and inner demon?" She decided to ask, still wondering what Violet meant with that. "That doesn't sound so good. Got a rivalry going on, huh?"
"No... I mean, my class did not have anyone from the Uchiha clan, and everyone always told me the reason Uchiha's eyes turned red were because they had an
Frowning as Violet shivered, Kiyomi was chewing on another grape. Clearing her mouth, she scratched her own cheek. "That is silly. One of my friends is an Uchiha." Though she found it silly, it was pretty amusing. Then again, she could remember the time that Hisoka had showed her his sharingan. Remaining silent for a second, Kiyomi spoke up again. "Beside, three of the past Hokages had those eyes. The Second, Third and Fourth. And knowing two of them, I can say that they haven't any inner demons."
Violet's face went red with embarrassment. She was not one to fall for the pranks of the other students, but to have fallen for this one and show it to Kiyomi was really embarrassing. "But what about the red eyes and the Nightmare you become trapped in by looking into them" That was the real scary part in her mind. It was terrifying to say the least and would make a fight with them involved nearly impossible to win. How do you avoid eye contact and effectively dodge the opponent?
"That is genjutsu. No work of a demon. It is simply manipulating chakra and then once it 'hits' you, you will experience the genjutsu effects." Kiyomi explained. She wasn't sure if she explained it properly as it wasn't something she was overly knowledgeable with genjutsu. "Besides, there are more genjutsu than just those who happen to involve glowing red eyes. Much more."
Violet folded her arms. Just because there was no demon, does not mean that genjutsu was not overpowered. Violet thought that those who used the genjutsu were just cowards who could not fight. Still she was feeling really bad about the demon thing. Good thing she never called anyone out on it. when "It's still scary and as cool as Taijutsu!" Taijutsu was an art, a true way of fighting, and the ultimate test of skill.
"Taijutsu is certainly cool." Kiyomi admitted as she thought about it.
"But there are so many forms of taijutsu. I prefer more un-orthodox fighting manners than the traditional ones. What about you?" She decided to ask, hoping that the conversation would be more to Violet's liking while they continued their walk.
"Un..Or...o..Docks, Is that a new type of taijutsu?" asked Violet. The Academy did not teach many types of taijutsu so she had to study other people like the Hyuugas or read about the different techniques from books. "I like seeing and learning about different types of Taijutsu. I think they all have their own charm. My favorite though, it would have to be the Strong Fist Style: Dynamic entry. I think it shows off the true power of pure Taijutsu and looks really cool. However the best Taijutsu is obviously my Delayed Fist" Violet pounded her fist together as she was itching to show off her ability against a bad guy.
Continue to enjoy her grapes, Kiyomi thought about it. She decided that she shouldn't try to explain it as she didn't want to come over as a smartass. "Though why is it called the Delayed fist? Does it make you slower? The punch comes later?" She asked the girl. Eating the last of her grapes, Kiyomi waited for a reply in return.
Violet chuckled with confidence, "That is my secret Kiyomi-sama." Then she grabbed her hips and tried to look cool. "Just know that it is really powerful, awesome, and unbeatable." Then she pulled out her grapes bowl. She was eating most of them while listening to Kiyomi's stories but now she only had 3 left. She popped one in her mouth and smiled. "When I win a competition or something Kiyomi-sama I am sure you will hear stories about how great my style is"
"I'll be looking forward then to such stories. Maybe I'll be escorted then more often by you, huh?" She cheerfully said. Noticing a stand that sold hats, caps and even umbrella's, as some people rather sought shelter from the warmth of the sun than to bade in it, Kiyomi pondered. "That looks interesting, what do you think?"
Violet smiled and nodded her head to both comments. Though she knew she was just boasting, she really wanted to make her technique renowned like Gentle Fist and Strong Fist. It was not fame she was seeking but acknowledgement of being strong. As Kiyomi pointed out the shop Violet saw a pink parasol. It was so cute. Her eyes glittered for a second before she remembered she was on a mission. "It would not hurt to look Kiyomi-sama." Violet tried to hide her excitement but her eyes never left the pink parasol.
Following Violet's gaze, Kiyomi suppressed a laugh. "I'm not sure what the reward will be of the mission, but if you would, I wouldn't mind to reward such loyal service with a gift." She said on their small way towards the stand. The man behind the counter of the stand rubbed his hands, hoping that the two would buy something.
Violet turned to Kiyomi and smiled."Thank you Kiyomi-sama, but I cannot impose any more then I have. You have taught me lots and all I have done is walk beside you." She picked up the parasol opened it and spun it above her head as if she was in the rain. After looking at the price tag, she put it back. She saw a straw-hat with an artificial flower. She picked it up, checking the tags. "A true Shinobi should earn their keep, not leech off of those wealthier then her." She pulled out her wallet and gave the man a bill as payment. She felt proud to buy something with her own money.
Kiyomi wondered for a moment what she had taught Violet, but would let the girl pay for her own expenses. Looking around, she tried to look for something that she could give away as a gift. Perhaps a hat for Saki? Deciding to wait and perhaps buy a gift later, Kiyomi thought of where they could go now. Seeing that the market wasn't being very interesting today, she was curious to visit the Merchant district. But going outside the inner walls was something that a number of people wouldn't like. Thus she would set her mind on another place. "Ever heard of the place, Azumi?"
"Azumi, Azumi..." Violet repeated as she tried to recall the name, "Umm... I heard some elderly speak the name" Violet went to twirl one of her pig tails but remembered it was not there. Then she fiddled with her fingers hoping to recall something. The only other thing she could remember was the cranky old people yelling at her for spying on them. "Other than the name... no." She sighed, as she gave up on trying to remember.
"Not very surprising that they did. Though I suppose they were probably talking about the teahouse." Kiyomi said. She thought for a moment how to get from their current location to the desired one. "I just want to do a brief visit though, but I assume you haven't heard of the Guardians then either?" The young teen asked politely.
Violet put her finger on her lip and thought very hard. This time nothing, not even the name, came to mind. "Nope... I don't know the Guardians... Do they use that Unoarthrodoxs technique?" Her eyes glowed as she at the thought of seeing a new Taijutsu. Then she went into a weird stance pretending to be an Unoarthrodox fighter.
A laugh escaped Kiyomi, who managed to snort it back into a few amused snorts. "I think that they do. You could perhaps seek an audience and try to join them." She suggested to Violet. "Many members I know are quite the shinobi. Using some nice taijutsu styles as other fighting styles." She wondered briefly if she should share some tales about various members, but wasn't sure if Violet was even remotely interested in hearing them.
Violet covered her mouth to catch her squeal, managing to muffle it enough so only Kiyomi could hear it. Then she started shadow boxing as she fought with her nervousness "Would they let me join? Do I have a shot? Kiyomi-sama thinks I can do! I-I want to do it! I wanna try!" As she finished, she punched her nervousness. However she did not know what she would have to do. "How do I prove myself kiyomi-sama" She ask while running up to Kiyomi and looking up to her with eyes both sparkling with hope and gleaming with determination.
Glancing as Violet caught up with her again, Kiyomi found the question quite adorable. "Enlist. Then from what I remember is that somebody of the elite unit will give you a test. Succeed? And you're a member of the Guardians. Well," she thought on how to properly explain it. Not every member of the Guardians was part of the real Guardian unit. "You will be accepted into the organization, allowing to request other members to help you training or just favors. In return of favors back."
"OK then I will enlist and pass that test without delay!" she cheered while raising her fist. This would be great. Judging by the name, they had to be superb fighters but so was Violet. She also had an ace up her sleeve, her amp. It was the single most powerful move in her arsenal and most discrete. It would surely wipe the floor with anyone who underestimated her. "What is enlist?"
"Joining." Kiyomi answered. She wasn't sure if Violet had made a pun with her first response, but it sure did provoke another laugh from Kiyomi. "I'm sure you will find yourself fitting among them." Briefly she wondered if she should request Hayate to personally test Violet, but she didn't know the girl that well or long enough to perform such nice gestures.
"Oh-KAY! Then I will join and pass without delay" She cheered, replacing the word she learned with a word she knew. Then she remembered something very important, something that will make or break her in the future of missions and shinobi ways. She was on a mission. "Oh... wait there will be one delay... I have to finish escorting you first Kiyomi-sama"
"That is true. I would be after all lost without such a valiant kunoichi." Finding the way wasn't that hard. Leaving the more busy sections and districts of the city, Kiyomi led her and Violet towards Azumi, which meant they were heading for some of the training fields. There were some couples of senior who were heading the same direction as they were or so it seemed at least. "Though I do think I'll return back after this visit. Seeing how calm and peaceful it is today, I figure that a nap later would be most welcome."
Violet nodded and followed Kiyomi. She made sure to take notice of training fields. They were much bigger then her dads dojo but she wonder if they could do as much. Her dad was an excellent trainer and fighter though he rarely worked with Violet. Her mother was a good mentor sometimes but she loved to joke and mess around a lot so rarely did things get done. Still both of them gave good advice and tips for when Violet wanted to train on her own. She also took notice of the senior people, careful not to bother then and get yelled at again. That would be terrible on her escort mission. "So what is this Azumi place"
The question was answered a second later. "It is the headquarters of the organization. It has a dojo, library and even some place for members to stay. The name after all means 'Safe Residence'. It is a sort of second home as some of the members didn't have one before. Or need it." Her voice trailed a bit off as she would simply look in front of her. "It is a nice place in my opinion."
"You mean... for the Guardians!" Violets excitement rose sharply. She was going to meet the Guardians on her mission. If she was a rocket... she would have made it pass Pluto by now. However being the Shinobi that she is, she managed to keep it to a quiet singing as she trailed behind Kiyomi, "I get to meet the Guardians"
"Yes, sorry." A light hearted chuckle escaped Kiyomi as they would arrive on the perimeter of the headquarters. Though there was a small group being active outside, participating in some group training, Kiyomi's attention went to the surrounding gardens. She hoped to see a familiar face tending to the gardens, but seemed that she didn't have the luck. "I suppose we can take a look inside, if you would want that." Kiyomi asked Violet, glancing at the double door entrance of the complex.
Upon seeing the garden Violet jogged over to get a better view of the plants. They were so pretty and so many. However her garden of 3 flowers was still clearly better. At least that is what she kept telling herself. Then Kiyomi mentioned going inside. "If that would be alright with you Kiyomi-sama." She was trying to stay respectful. She wanted to go inside really badly and started chanting the song again in a quiet voice.
"Then let's go." Heading towards the doors, she was grateful that everybody outside was minding their own business. She didn't feel the need to spark a conversation with somebody other than a few exceptions. Opening the door, she glanced around before holding it open for Violet to enter. "Let's hope we don't disturb anybody. The majority of the halls is actually off-limits."
Violet nodded and walked in after Kiyomi, grinning and wanted to shout every second. However Kiyomi warned her that most of the hall was off limits and this brought even more excitement. Would she catch of glimpse of the secret areas? Would she meet the Guardians? Would she pass the test? "What is everyone doing?"
Closing the door softly behind them, Kiyomi shrugged lightly. "I am not certain. Many are part of a team, so they can be on a mission, send on by the jounin commander. Or a specialized team from the Guardians are on a mission send by the captain of the Guardians. Training, enjoying some free time or spending time in the library. Not sure." She replied to the girl. Beckoning her to not wander off and stick close to her, Kiyomi felt it was ages since she had wandered around the halls. Deciding that they could first go to the library, Kiyomi thought of something. "Do you like to read?"
Violet followed like a tourist while listening to all the things Guardians do. Special missions, training, Library, these were all interesting things for the 12 year old girl. "I read a little. I love the stories about Heroes and I love books about the different Taijutsu. I have a small Library at home too hehe." It was not a big one, with only 5 books, 4 of them she swiped from her father's collection because he was going to just throw them away. "OH is there secret books techniques I could learn?"
"If the captain allows you, yes." She answered. It took a bit before they were at the entrance of the silent wing, mainly because it had been some time for Kiyomi. Spotting several people reading and studying, she decided that it would be best to not further advance into the section. "I think we should else go to the lounge. Before we disturb somebody." She suggested to Violet, glancing at the girl as she would take a step away.
That means she would just have to impress the Captain when she met him. However her bubble would be popped when Kiyomi suggested they go to the lounge. She was heartbroken but she bared it. Why Kiyomi was walking off, she raised her hand and blew a kiss to the countless books she would read in the future. "Till we meet again books of learning" Then she quickly caught back up with Kiyomi. when "You think we will get to meet someone in the lounge Kiyomi-sama"
Glancing sideways, she didn't want to disappoint Violet. Clearly the girl was excited to meet somebody that was part of the organization, which Kiyomi doubted. Around this time of the day, she didn't reckon that many members were spending time in the lounge, possibly at the end of the afternoon or just in the early hours of the evening.
"One way to find out." The young teen said. As they neared the lounge, Kiyomi wondered where Kazuo was. Probably arranging some matters for Hayate, she figured. Together with Violet, they would arrive in the lounge. There were a couple of people at a table talking with each other. Wearing the specialized flak jacket, Kiyomi recognized that they were part of the real unit of the organization. "See those few people there? Those are members who have proven their worth and loyalty to get such a jacket. Next to be being a chuunin shinobi or kunoichi."
Prove their worth and Loyalty? Violet knew she was loyal but what did Kiyomi mean by worth. She walked in front of Kyomi to speak with them but she felt a sharp wave of nervousness hit from nowhere. Thoughts of what might happen if she made a bad impression seeped in. She was scared. Had this been a fight, she would not worry but social interaction was a huge downfall of hers for years. "Kiyomi-sama… what if I make a bad impression? What if I'm not worthy"
The questions confused Kiyomi as she blinked a few times rapidly. "Worthy of what? Oh." She looked back at the group. They had clearly caught eye of Violet and her, but politely continued their own conversation instead of just staring at them. "I doubt you will. Besides, they are probably not a bad bunch." She paused. "None of them is the captain or one of the two lieutenants. But if you don't dare, I suppose can call it a day."
"Wait wait... I..." Violet did not want to quit. She was not a quitter. She fought tooth and nail to get where she was now. She closed her eyes and took a deep breath and exhaled the nervousness. She had Kiyomi behind her and what more could she ask for. She could not let Kiyomi down and dishonor her kindness. Violet opened her eyes which were filled with fire. Then she walked over to the two shinobi and politely interrupted them. "Excuse me and good afternoon. I am Violet Tsukami and I hope I can one day be worthy like you both." Then she bowed.
Though she had playfully taunted Violet, Kiyomi hadn't anticipated that Violet would just walk on to the two members by herself. Walking after the girl, she was a bit too late to prevent her from speaking up. The two at the table briefly stared, surprised, at Violet. The kunoichi at the table had her arms covered in bandage as her dark eyes briefly eyed the genin, only to travel back to Kiyomi. The eyes of both the Guardians widened as they rose up and made a quick bow. Something that did irk Kiyomi, but she couldn't blame them. Subtly gesturing to the members that it was fine, Kiyomi took a step backwards to allow Violet some time to talk with the members. The young man, sporting dark brown hair and freckles, chuckled briefly. "A pleasure to meet a future member then." He politely replied. The kunoichi with raven colored hair remained silent as she placed a hand on her hip.
"You're rather short, aren't you?" She stated, tilting her head to the right as she asked so.
The words future member stuck in her head. She thanked the man and blushed, delayed standing up to look at the man. However she knew she could not be scared. She had to be brave or else. When she looked up she saw the man smiling which made her blush more. It was the first time she made a good introduction. However all of this would change when she heard the kunoichi called her short. She clenched her fist but otherwise held her composer. "I-I maybe short... but... but I-I am not weak!" she said firmly. Memories of her Academy days rushed in. She was the shortest girl in class and person overall and was teased for it. She did not let that stopped her, and took it as a challenge to prove how wrong they were.
Remaining out of it, Kiyomi simply observed the situation. The young man glanced at the kunoichi, who crossed her arms out front of her chest. "Take it easy. No need to judge somebody on their heights, Sui." The kunoichi that went by the name Sui simply raised her eyebrows. She didn't say anything as the young man would introduce himself. "The name is Katashi. Don't mind her; she is in a bit of a sour mood." He friendly stated, earning himself a sideways glare from Sui. "But you want to join the Guardians, eh?"
Violet was happy that the man defended her; but if she had too, Violet could totally kick that woman's butt. Totally... like if Sui was sleeping, and had her arms cut off... Then maybe Violet would have a chance. However, that would not be needed because Katashi was nice and stuff. Violet smiled before answering the question, "Yes Katashi-san I want to join the guardians!"
Katashi rubbed his chin as he raised his right eyebrow slowly up. "Good, good. But do you know what the purpose is of the Guardians?" He asked friendly. Sui sat down as she threw a glance at Kiyomi. The latter still keeping a little of distance as she observed the situation with an amused smile on her lips.
Violet thought about the name and came to a conclusion. "Is it to protect Akinian?" That is what her father told her about shinobi in general when she wanted to be a ninja. She did not pay it much mind at first but as she read more stories about heroes. She too wanted to uphold their tradition. After all, to her heroes were strong themselves and renown among the great Shinobi. "I love Akinian... and my dream is to become a strong Kunoichi. One that can defend Akinian with my own power."
Sui scoffed, but Katashi shot the other Guardian a glance as he would shook his head. Sitting down to prevent the girl from the trouble to look up all the time, the young man made a gesture to the person behind Violet. "It is, but we're to protect the person that rules over Akino. Though we won't just leave somebody in danger, our first goal is to protect the ruler." This provoked a snort from Kiyomi. She wanted to say a light hearted joke that Violet could then already see herself as a Guardian with her current mission, but decided against it.
Violet grinned at the man explanation. A group to protect Kiyomi, they had to be like heroes. She also knew that she also had a lot to learn and her Delayed Fist was not strong enough to be the Guardian Kiyomi needed. However that did not deterred her, instead only adding another reason to train and grow stronger. "Good cause already agreed to give my life and grow stronger to protect, Kiyomi-sama!" she announced while making a fist.
Kiyomi herself wasn't that much thrilled with hearing that as she would speak up. "Though I serve the people." She said. Both Katashi as Sui seemed to find the Violet's reaction slight amusing as Katashi nodded to confirm Kiyomi's words. "That and there is still always a tomorrow that needs another hero. If I were you, I would enjoy my time rather than spending it all on training. Believe me," the man sighed softly, "training all day long isn't that great or cracked up as they make you believe it is."
"But training can be fun too. The feeling of inventing a new move and perfecting it" she said why swaying as she remembered the joys and struggles when developing her Delayed Fist, "The experience of overcoming new obstacles, and breaking the limits." Then she placed her hands over her heart. She would not forget about the people though. She moved to the side she was not in between Kiyomi and the two chunin. "And I will be the herione who protects everyone."
The reply made Kiyomi wonder if she had been like that as well. She could remember Leo and how he wanted to be a hero later. Crossing her arms out front of her chest, she watched how Violet's words caused both Katashi as Sui to snicker and laugh. But not at her as the young man replied back. "That's the spirit. When I was a genin, I had pretty much the same ambition. Just work hard and you'll get there eventually." He told her. Even Sui seemed to crack a smile.
She bowed after receiving the complement, "Thank you Katashi-san" It was great having people believe in her for once. She stood up while smiling and turned to Kiyomi. Then she remembered she was on a mission not here to waste time. She ran over to Kiyomi to apologize, "Sorry Kiyomi-sama, I took your time again. We can leave whenever you are ready."
Shaking her head lightly, Kiyomi replied back. "It is okay. Let's not just tell anybody that you took a bit of your own to talk with them." She told Violet as she would gesture to the way they had came into the lounge. While already walking, Kiyomi glanced at the girl. "So, are you certain? I mean, becoming a hero isn't always that great. People will rely on you, y'know?"
Violet waved to the two Chunin before following Kiyomi. Then she glanced away from Kiyomi. She was not good at answer these life questions. Her father would randomly pick up one while she was training and she never had a good answer. "If I back down now, I would be letting those who believe in me down while giving in to those who do not. I want to be strong. I want to prove to everyone I can be a great Kunoichi. I want to help others in need, Even if others don't want to help me... I will fight alone if I have too, to protect what is important to me." A tear ran down her face, though she wiped it away.
Simply nodding as she didn't consider herself as the person who was allowed to doubt Violet, Kiyomi placed her hands at the back of her head. Enjoying the serenity that was still present in and around the complex, Kiyomi wasn't looking forward to heading back to the palace. Once outside, she would turn towards Violet. "I forgot to ask, but who is actually your sensei? Perhaps somebody I know?"
Violet grabbed the part of her head where her pigtails would come out. She did not know how she felt about him. He seemed like caring person but he did cut her hair on that mission. "Hiron Hon-sensei."
"Oh really? That old drill sergeant?" She said, lowering her hands as she would then erupt in laughter. "I suppose you should be luckily that you consider training that much fun. He has a way to test that though." She wondered if Violet was aware that her sensei was Kiyomi's guardian. Deciding to not reveal that fact now, she continued snickering.
Violet turned to Kiyomi with shock. To her knowledge, Hiron was not a funny guy. In fact, he was the opposite of funny. He was super serious, mean, and had no eye for skilled students. "Test! Is Hiron-sensei going to give me a test too? Darn it... where do all these people find the time to make test" she complain while folding her arms. Today was already full of test. She hoped if she had to take another test, that it would be much later when she was more rested.
"Hahahahah, it isn't really what I meant. It is more," Kiyomi paused as she snorted her laughter back. "That he will likely train a lot. It is a manner of saying." Glancing to the side, Kiyomi cupped her chin for a moment as she thought out loud. "Though perhaps I should think of a test for you now, huh? One more can't always hurt."
Violet laughed hesitantly while looking away, "Hahaha Kiyomi-sama, your jokes are funny hahaha... Please tell me you are joking?" She started sweating a little worried about what kind of brain rattling test she would bring up this time though she really hope she was just joking.
Again the teen snickered as she nodded. "Don't worry. I suppose we should get going. I suppose in exchange for your excellent escorting that I could do a good word for you. I'm sure that the lord jounin commander would be pleased to hear that there are genin like you around. What do you think?" Kiyomi replied back.
Violet clapped her hands together and looked up at Kiyomi, "Again Kiyomi-sama, your kindness knows no bounds" Her eyes were more radiant than ever. If the Lord Jounin Commander would hear her name, maybe she would be giving more special mission. Then she bowed and continued to thank Kiyomi.
Waving the thanks away, Kiyomi found Violet's thanks more than amusing. It most certainly had its boundaries, she knew herself well enough, but it was always fun hearing somebody stating such lines. "That's alright. I suppose I can find my own way back without somebody bothering me or requiring more of your service. That and I wouldn't dare to occupy such a valiant kunoichi longer than I already have for today."
"No Kiyomi-sama, It was a blast. I learned so much and met new people. I would love to escort you again some time." Violet smiled. Her mission was complete and a complete success. She could not wait to go home and brag to her mom about how awesome she was, though she would surely make sure to keep quiet about the secret parts about the mission.
"Glad to hear so. I suppose I will be hearing soon enough then about your adventures." Kiyomi half turned around as she would nod towards Violet. "Thanks and take care." With that said, the young teen would place her hands again at the back of her head as she would walk in a calm pace towards 'home'.
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