Permission To Seek

Chapter 62 A History Lesson

Tsunade sat in her office glaring across her desk at the Council Elders, ready to rip off the wrinkled old bastards’ heads and shove it up their exit portals

“We will not discuss the issue further, the order will be enforced.” Homura Mitokado nodded as if the facts were clear to all present. Mitokado a Konoha Village Elder is an egotistical man in his late sixties often boasted the fact that he trained under both the First and Second Hokage. Considered by most narrowed minded with little patience for anyone besides his former teammate Utatane.

The Fifth bared her teeth. “You know as well as I that was never the intention of the order, why do you insist on destroying that boy!”

The old women next to Mitokado, laughed creakily. “Oh my Tsunade you still got the evil temper, you will never make it to our age.” Tsunade turned her bright green eyes on the old women she hated more. Koharu Utatane another Village Elder and a viper when it came to moving Konoha politics in a direction she desired. A former student of the First and Second as well as teammate to Mitokado, she has a nasty reputation for manipulating people in more ways than anyone would comfortably admit. Now the old women stood, pacing over to one of the large picture windows gazing across the village, a look of serenity of her wrinkled face.

“You listen to me you old ….”

“If you value your position little girl I suggest you stop right there.” Utatane spoke to the glass, her squinting eyes not giving the blonde Hokage a second glance.

Tsunade gritted her teeth seething. The two Elders showed up nearly an hour ago claiming that the full council has discussed at length the current situation in the Aburame Clan, and Kuni-te’s mental instability. They seemed to glaze over the fact that Shino had virtually cornered his uncle into a circumstance that left the Aburame Elder delusional with little options besides defeat. Now the three sat at a stalemate neither Council Elder would listen to the facts surrounding the plan Shino has devised.

“It was never our intention to actually kill him! He merely wanted to destabilize that bastard Kuni-te. I will not kill that kid he is the future for his people rebuilding the devastation that Kuni-te left behind. There is no way in hell I will leave those people leaderless in this dangerous age; we need every ninja at our disposal.” Tsunade fumed, wishing Jiraiya were there to support her.

Utatane still gazed out the window, at her home. “It is of little consequence what you desire Tsunade.” She turned eyeing the brat with contempt a look she gave nearly everyone. “That boy is dangerous, after he completes his task we have authorized his elimination, ANBU will stand by to carry out the mission, after all you did sign the Order.”

The Fifth jumped out of her chair, causing it to slam into the wall behind her. “You fucking whore! Over my dead body, will you use him and then take his life! I will tell him not to kill Kuni-te and see what kind of problem you create with that crazy bastard and all the Aburame Clan rising against the Leaf! You two make me sick!” She slammed her fist on the desk cracking it in half.

Neither Elder gave the slightest notice to her temper, Utatane sauntered slowly back to her seat next to Mitokado. The old man gazed at her shaking his gray-haired head and pushing his glasses up his nose. “You are too young to understand why this must be done Tsunade.”

“Cut the bullshit, you wrinkled bastard! Every time you dried up prunes want to justify your actions you come up with some crap that everyone else is too young to understand the complexities of your ancient understanding.” She stalked around her desk glaring at the pair ready to ram both their heads together if she did not get some fast answers. “Now, tell me what I don’t understand that justifies that boy’s extermination. I want the straight facts, because as far as I’m concerned nothing can justify his death, you better tell me the truth!” Her face flushed dangerously, however she did not expect the voice that echoed behind her, whirling around, the hope she sought dashed by his words.

“Leave them alone Tsunade, they are right.” Jiraiya chanted from his perch on the windowsill.

“Glad you have decided to make an appearance Jiraiya.” Utatane said contemptuously.

Mitokado answered before the Fifth could go into another rage. “Have a seat and I will explain what you need to know about that clan and its darker history.”

Utatane kept her gaze on Tsunade while she addressed her long time friend. “Mitokado you know the details of the matter are classified, I doubt she will understand even if you spelled each letter out, she is obtuse.” The wrinkled lips smiled mildly at the blonde Hokage, who leaped in her direction with a balled fist.

Luckily, the Hermit moved faster estimating the old witch would say something to piss off Tsunade eventually. He summoned up one of his armor coated frogs, who absorbed the hit with its jelly like tongue, the blow sinking its fleshy muscle causing it to croak in pain and vibrate, other than that, the frog looked unharmed. Jiraiya released his frog, but not before it belched wetly at Tsunade as a parting gift.

However, the golden hair Hokage still fumed turning a dark look on her former teammate and friend. “Why did you interfere, the bitch deserves a punch in the mouth to talk to me like that.” Her head shot over in the old women’s direction. “If you talk to me like that again…”

“Tsunade, shut up.” Her eyes snap back over to Jiraiya; his glare dangerously shadowed a stare few see outside of a battle. “Let the old man explain about that clan then you will understand why this must be done. I will tell you this much, I tried to prove them wrong, but I only confirmed their suspicions.” He fell silent as if the realization were a chore to accept.

With everyone repeating the same message, that she needed to calm down and listen. Tsunade felt the compelling urge just to beat all of them to death and deal with the political repercussions later. They were under some delusional belief that whatever information they provided would make a difference to her. That she would agree that a member of her village deserved to die by her hand. A person who is merely a child executed for crimes against the Leaf. She could not understand they are privy to information about the Aburame Clan, which she is not. No matter what they said, she intended not to believe that it justifies the death of one of her soldiers, especially one she planed to recommend for a much higher position.

Crossing her arms under her large bosom Tsunade eyes the Elders with disgust. “What do you have to say about the Aburame Clan?”

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Naruto folded his hands behind his head walking across the roof of the Aburame main house; he gazed over the land, and into the dense forest. ‘Where is everyone, why does it seem deserted?’ He remembered with a short snort the day he punched Shino in this very spot. “That was something; I have always been throwing myself at that guy.” Naruto said aloud, with a sneaky grin.

“You better be talking about me.”

Glancing casually over his shoulder, Naruto looked back to the forest. “Actually I was talking to you. Will you explain what you meant about, ‘smoke and mirrors’?” Naruto referred to the whispered message from the previous day.

Shino opened his jacket, a small cloud of Kikai taking flight, evaporating into the night. They did not have much time he would rather not discuss the politics of life with his lover, when there are so many other things he wanted to share. He step behind Naruto, wrapping his long arms around the narrow shoulders his smile matched the blonde ninja. “I remember that day, I was truly in a fowl mood, and you managed to get me in better sprits.”

Naruto grinned. They had made love later, and he had many sexual fantasies based around that experience. “Well, you washed my hair so it’s the least I could do, try and cheer you up.” He leaned his head back against Shino, remembering that he had tears in his eyes on that day, his smile melted away. “You never said why you were so upset, tell me what was it, I thought it was that stupid trial, but that turned out alright. So what happen back then?” He reached up holding Shino’s wrist staring into the empty village.

“That doesn’t matter now Uzumaki.” Naruto tensed in his embrace. “Maybe you are wondering why the village is empty they are in hiding from my uncle, and on my orders. Nothing in the clan will proceed as it has in the past, I will see my family revived.” His arms slide down turning his lover to face him.

“Why do you say things do not matter, when I don’t understand, I feel like I can never be smart enough, and you keep me in the dark.” Naruto’s frown reflected his frustration.

“I did not intend to keep things from you; sometimes you need to discover the truth on your own.” Naruto eyes darkened, Shino sighed. “That day, I heard what Uchiha said to you in the hospital, I should have confronted you both. Perhaps beat the hell out of that bastard for putting his hands on you however; you told me later before you fell asleep, what had occurred. You see if I had not doubted your feelings for me I could have saved myself a lot of needless suffering.”

A bright grin spread over Naruto’s full lips. “I remember telling you but I did not think it was important. So you heard all that?” He shook his head at his lover. “I would definitely beat the shit out of Sasuke if he told you those things. He would have had good reason to remain in that hospital bed.” He grinned again.

“Do not take me lightly Uzumaki, I had no desire to fight for your affections, you are not a trophy to be won, you will love me or you will not. Killing the Uchiha would not get me any closer to your heart this is why he is alive today, because of you.” Naruto snickered with a mischievous look on his face Shino knew it well. “Naruto will you allow me to wash your hair, there is much we must discuss.”

He shook his head his large eyes wide with concern. “This place is a ghost town, were are the people and what did you mean about smoke and mirrors? I want to understand what you will face, and where is that sick bastard Kuni-te?” Naruto paused waiting for answers, a frustrated wrinkle between his eyes. “Stop treating me like a kid, I did a lot of growing up before I got these legs.”

Shino step back from him slowly, wondering how much he should tell the little hero he did not need his lover interfering with his plans. “Please sit down Uzumaki I will tell you what I can, the rest…” He fell silent taking Naruto’s hand and sitting on the roof top at an angel that provided perfect view of the full moon, and star dapple sky. “The rest is for another time, when there is peace in my house.”

Naruto sat next to him but then shifted so he lay back with his head resting on the thick thigh staring up at the stars. It reminded him of the first night they were together in the Waterfall Park he smiled at the memory waiting for Shino to begin.

“The sky looks just like in the Waterfall Park, I love this region.” Naruto nodded in agreement, willing himself not to interrupt, he remained silent, shifting his eyes on his lover. Shino stroked the light hair feeling the endless war rising in him, cross roads and astrological alignments and the lunar tide. He sighed then in a low voice spoke about the history of Konoha and how the Aburame Clan came under its rule. He shared the location of the Elderly, young women and the children, explaining why it is better for their placement for the time being.

“I need you to promise me something Naruto, that you will never speak of this with anyone even members of my own clan.” He gazed in the wide blue eyes that had not left his face, appearing captivated.

“Why Shino, everyone needs to know the truth about your people.” He sat up staring at his own reflection in the dark shades. “The people of Konoha should be made aware of this, no wonder your uncle hates the Uchiha, this is not right.” His lover did not respond he seemed beyond words finally Naruto agreed to keep the secret, casting his eyes down frustrated.

“I am happy I can trust you Uzumaki, now this is the most important detail, only for you.” He paused until the blue eyes focused on him again. “I am evolving.”

“What, evolving what’s happening to you Shino?” Naruto’s voice reflected his concern although, the dark haired ninja grinned at him happily.

Shino lounged back staring up at the sky, after a few moments Naruto eased on his chest. The Chuunin could feel both their hearts beating in unison they were aligned. “It is like a caterpillar Naruto, which goes into a metamorphosis becoming a new creature.” His eyes still fixed on the heavens. “I will become more than what I am now, and then you will see something truly amazing.”

“Tell me what will happen to you?”

Shino gazed at the bright eyes wanting to tell him more but knowing this part Naruto needed to discover on his own. “I will make you a promise, on the last day of your life I will explain it all to you but you will need to fulfill one requirement.”

Now the golden-hair ninja jumped up shaking with suppressed anger while Shino got slowly to his feet as well. “What kind of thing is that to say? On the last day of your life, I will explain! You better have a good reason….”

All of his words silenced in an intense kiss, pulling him in a tight embrace kissing him until he relented, responding by allowing the taller ninja’s mouth to guide him completely. Lifting his mouth, he placed softer kisses along his cheek, moaning in his blonde lovers’ ear. “Uzumaki, trust me, I will make everything clear. We are part of the same path, you are day, and I am night. Since you are the Sun I am the Moon, and every ending and beginning will unite us eventually.” Naruto eyes looked more confused than ever. “Some things you must discover on your own Uzumaki, I love you.”

Naruto slipped his arms around Shino’s neck closing the few inches between them. “When are you going to stop calling me Uzumaki?”

“When you become Aburame.” His heart fluttered, Naruto’s groin met him swaying his hard erection against the firm bulge in front of Shino. He then leaned down pressing their lips together, his lover trembling in his embrace. “You are the one I will miss the most.” Naruto opened his mouth in surprise by the statement only to have Shino absorb his lips and tongue hungrily. The sensual kiss left him dazed and wanting more, Shino escorted him to the trapdoor, which leads to his bedroom, and the waiting bath.

Naruto wanted to fall into the steamy tub with his dark hair lover, but the words kept replaying in his sexually charged mind. His shirt easily lifted over his head while Shino placed kisses on his neck and shoulders, his hands continually roving over every area of the golden skin caressing it. What his hands did not reach, his mouth sought, pushing the brightly colored pants down, cupping his firm ass in one large hand.

Taking a deep breath and pushing against Shino’s bare chest, he halted his lover’s advances. “Wait Shino, what did you mean about missing me? I am not going anywhere.” Despite his reluctance to continue, his hands pushed and rubbed the lean muscles. His hips jump forward, while Shino’s skilled hand, stroked their erections together. Naruto moaned feeling more horny than he could remember, and the bug lord did not help matters by kissing and sucking his most sensitive areas with amazing skill.

“Shi wait.” The blonde ninja panted, and then groaned from Shino’s firm bite sucking the tight skin on his neck so firmly it made a loud popping noise as he raised his mouth.

Shino eased his mouth over Naruto’s silencing his protest. The tan hips moving in rhythm with his as their excitement peaked. They both moaned in unison when he lifted from the extended kiss, leaning his forehead against the golden crop. “Naruto I want to be with tonight like it is my last; I meant nothing by that just after...” His voice dropped, taking a deep breath before he continued. “I don’t know who I will become once I deal with my uncle, and I want to savor this time with you, I want to try something different with you.” He kissed Naruto’s forehead, his lips trembling.

Naruto eyes widened he never really considered what the ordeal would entail. Now considering the depth of Kuni-te’s betrayal it seems obvious that Shino would need to kill him. A tan hand lifted off the last shred of their clothing the dark lens blocking his lovers violet eyes. He grinned at the young man trying to pull all his positive energy to the surface. “You are the person I love, and nothing you do will change that.” This time Naruto gave his own soul-stealing kiss, refusing to allow the dark hair ninja assume control. Pulling back, he grinned at the flushed complexion. “See how you make me feel. Now what would you like to do different. You know I just love adventure.”

The rumbling emotions he suppressed felt too close to the surface for a few moments, he stared in the bright blue eyes with relief, knowing his decision is the right one. “I want you to prepare me. I want you to make love to me Tenshi; I need to feel you inside me tonight.”

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Jiraiya stared at the women he hoped to make his wife one day, knowing that the information he would share would forever taint their lives, assassination is for rogue ninja and villains not teen age ninja burgeoning to become a Sanin or even a Hokage. The fact spoke plainly the boy is far more dangerous than any ninja he has ever come across, should he use his skill against the Leaf, or align himself with Akatsuki they would not stand a chance. He shook his head somberly. “Tsunade you know the tale behind how the land of fire became the Hidden Leaf, so I will not enumerate that portion. What you may not know is the reason why the First, Second and later Madara truly joined forces, establishing Konoha.”

“It was to end the wars, and bring unity to the divided lands.” The Fifth leaned back against her broken desk, wishing for the endless night to end.

Now the old women laughed creakily. “Like I said obtuse.”

“Utatane do not insult her needlessly.” Mitokado admonished leaning forward to direct Tsunade’s glare on him instead. “Well, that is only the political reason that was allowed to circulate the newly formed land. The true reason is due to a man who enlisted fear wherever he lurked, and his home was the Hidden Leaf.”

Now her former teammate took over. “Tsunade, there is no record of this so don’t bother searching, but it is completely true. There once lived a man, a Feudal Lord with an ambition to own all of the land in the region, long before individual villages were established or thought as a possibility. They called him Shinto” (Deadly silent) The Hermit sighed staring back out the window, the night to him seemed endless.

“This is not new every Feuded Lord wants to own all, my grandfather and uncle among them. The men of that age were all greedy with self interest.” She glared pointedly at the Hermit.

The old women rose again pacing the office. “Well Tsunade this man had the power to take what he wanted. Unlike the First and Second who could fight and succeed after much death and casualties. Shinto had a remarkable ability to cause famine, disease and create a barren waste land out a village that once flourished with life in mere hours.”

The Fifth eyed her suspiciously, she never heard of a jutsu capable of that type of damage. “What type of person could do such a thing?”

Mitokado responded. “Shinto Aburame.” Tsunade eyes opened wider at the Elder, astonished. “Yes Tsunade, Shino is a descendant of the evil man, and we have verified that his techniques most resemble that of the fallen devil. It was the alliance with the Uchiha’s that gave Konoha the advantage, you should remember the story of your grandfather growing the entire Leaf Village, well the reason he did this is because Shinto declared open war on the brothers, after the alliance with his long time rivals. The Uchiha and Aburame animosity goes back decades, I am not sure of its root, but apparently, once the First formed a treaty with the Uchiha, Shinto saw it as an act of war. He sent in a devastating swarm that consumed the every green leaf of our land, and then threatened to do worse if they maintained the treaty.”

Now Tsunade paced the room, this is something she never heard before, ‘How can Kikai do such a thing, its just not possible.’ “You are lying Kikai can not devour leafs nor create famine.” Putting her fist on her hips, she waited for an explanation, which Jiraiya provided.

“Now you are not looking at the obvious explanation.” She turned her green eyes on him, scowling at the remark. “He could control any insect at will, not just those in his proximity, but from hundreds of miles away, he could summon and or send the tiny critters to do his bidding.”

Utatane cut in. “You see for a man like that creating devastating swarms were mere child’s play. With a flick of his wrist, he could summon millions of scorpions, wasp, and jiggers but by far it is the flea that coined his name.”

“No, he could control even that insect?” Now enlightenment at the magnitude of the potential devastation the man could cause. She knew of a tale in which thousands of livestock were killed do to a disease carried by fleas. Some of the darkest mass deaths in history link to the tiny insignificant creatures.

“Yes I see you realize, he did attack our live stock and animals around the Leaf. However, he met his end due to the alliance with the Uchiha Clan. Keep in mind that alone they would never have been able to bring an end to his dark reign and peace finally to our land.” Utatane eased back down next to the other Elder. The Fifth chewing her bottom lip in thought. “With his defeat the clan fell under rule of the Fire Country, without their leader the people agreed to unite under the Leaf as part of our unified nation.”

“I can understand how you must feel, Tsunade.” Jiraiya ventured, she did not look in his direction. “I did not want to believe that kid is the same either, but after a short visit with that Feudal Lord he worked under I have no choice than to see the situation in its worse possible outcome.”

She closed her eyes. “What happen while he was there, the reports on his success were glowing, I heard no mention that he was causing trouble.” In her mind she did not want to hear any information that would confirm what the council suggested inevitable.

“Tsunade, the reports were altered by Shino; he did not want word of his accomplishments reported to the leaf.” The blonde Hokage gazed at him horrified. “Well, he did well there and the Feudal Lord agreed however after having reports drawn up he gave Shino the authority to verify that the information is accurate. Well the little prick decided to delete certain information.”

Mitokado nodded adding his opinion. “So you were able to determine the boy has mastered that technique as well, we are pressed for time we should eliminate him immediately.”

Tsunade came out of her deep thoughts. “You have no way to determine he will use his strength against the Leaf. We can not just determine every ninja that demonstrates he/she has the ability to surpass their teacher is a threat to our safety.” She huffed at her own words, trying to win someone over to her side.

Jiraiya sighed deeply. “It has already begun, the numbers that are reported missing have taken up refuge in the Feudal Lords’ territory, lending strength to his nation and establishing a new home.”

“Please tell me this is not an exodus of that clan.” Tsunade said sadly.

“It is worse than that Tsunade. I confirmed the Feudal Lord claims Aburame will take the leadership of his province and grow his strength until the country is named among the five greatest in the region.” Both Council Elders gasped neither had predicted this to be the motive, the Hokage smirked. “This is not a laughing matter!” Jiraiya snapped, causing the Fifth to glance in his direction still smirking as he continued. “According to the Feudal Lord he agreed to the position of Hokage only if he can lead that country. This explains the drop in the clans’ population more than likely due to this migration from Konoha. All this time I believed Kuni-te was exterminating his people, it turns out that little prick has had people moving there for the last three years.”

Mitokado stood walking toward the Fifth regally. “This is an act of treason, if ever there were one. You cannot deny that breaking an allegiance with Konoha is clearly against the Leaf. He has misrepresented himself as well by informing you that his uncle is responsible for the decent in the clans’ population.” The Elder stopped in front of her rocking on his heels and shaking his head.

“Tell me what did he remove from the Feudal Lords reports, what doesn’t he want us to know.” Tsunade unlike the council members and Jiraiya had a slight smile on her pink lips as if the details were no longer disgusting just amusing.

The Hermit pulled a scroll from inside his vest tossing it in her direction, which she caught reading the document carefully. He informed the council Elders while she read. “The jutsu is called ‘Ekib-you-ga-me’ (angel of death) from the description the morning after the technique, nothing lived in the village.” The Fifth turned slowly in his direction a questioning sparkle in her bright eyes. “Yes Tsunade, nothing; well insects survived as well as wild life but every person, their live stock, house pets and vegetation were left destitute in a land known for its rich greenery and fruit bearing trees.” He gazed back out the window, the jutsu unnerved him, imagining what would happen if it were unleashed here. “We can not allow that technique to fall into the wrong hands, if he becomes an enemy think of the lives that will be lost.”

Utatane turned her squinting gaze on the Frog Hermit, candidly posing her next question. “How many people lived in that region?”

Jiraiya’s face darkened, he knew she merely wanted to twist the blade. “Six hundred, men, women, and children. All killed in a single night.” Glancing at Tsunade, his heart sank, the blonde Hokage wiped tears from her eyes, still gazing down the scroll.

“He followed an order to do this; I can understand why he would not want this information boasted. Jiraiya, how many people have we killed in the name of our beliefs, or for less. You have not given me reason to end his life based on this, besides the Leaf has never acknowledged the Aburame Clan, as we should have. The clan possesses some of the most remarkable Nin-jutsu this maybe his way of getting the recognition they deserve.”

The old women glared at her. “Order or not, it is dangerous for that man to remain. So now, you see why the order for his death is necessary. I do not recall a time when you murdered so many people in a single night, last I checked your fortitude is in saving lives not taking them.” Utatane cocked her head to one side mockingly.

“You have a way with words Utatane-sama.” Mitokado offered somberly. “This is not something that we take pleasure in Tsunade, it is a necessity for the safety of the Leaf. We must take into consideration the future of Konoha; someone this dangerous is a threat to us all. At his current rate of growth, we may be seeing a world where these pests breed and cover all lands with his rule. We will put an end to this nuisance and immediately have those who left return.”

“You old fool.” The Fifth glared around at them, now standing to her full height. “Why would any of his people want to return if we take his life? According to this document, most of them are women and children, he is still thinking ahead of you all the soldiers remain. Although it is protocol to inform the Hokage that a clan is leaving the village, as long as the soldiers remain, those possessing ninja training, he is within his right as the head of his clan to relocate them to any region that will not pose a threat of war for the Hidden Leaf.” She tosses the document back at Jiraiya with such force he nearly lost his balance in the window. However, now he stood glaring at the stubborn women.

“Tsunade you are acting just like these old farts expect.” He then glared at her until she gave him her full attention. “You could be correct or it is an attempt to ensure that the women and children of his clan are safe from the storm he will unleash on our home.” Tsunade growled crossing her arms again.

“Don’t be an idiot! He is not planning an attack on the Leaf!” She turned her angry glare on the Elders. “This is all your doing poisoning the mind, manipulating the circumstances for your own hidden agendas.”

Utatane shook her head at the brat. “There is nothing more to discuss, you are clearly in denial of the circumstances, and this is beyond your level of understanding. There is good reason never to acknowledge that clan based on an order by your grandfather the First. After defeating that man, an alternative to destroying the entire family line is that they are never to hold an office within the Leaf, and should they ever act in a manner in which this boy has those responsible are to be dealt with in the harshest manner.”

“Lies!” Tsunade spat.

“It is the truth, and that part is recorded, because he never wanted that race to wreak havoc on the nations again.” Mitokado said, still blocking the short-tempered Hokage from his Elderly teammate. “Open your eyes women! In less than twelve hours, he desolates a small country because they would not surrender to that Feudal Lord! This man is a menace and he will do far worse once he is older, we can not and we will not hesitate in our agenda, the order is signed and will be carried out.”

The Fifth bared her teeth, her eyes flashing dangerously. “Over my dead body will you harm that boy!”

However, at that moment the unseen visitor interrupted. “Hokage-sama that will not be necessary, I challenge them to kill me if they can.” The large ninja seemed to melt from a corner of the office, causing everyone to gasp.

Mitokado and Utatane both stared serenely, being very capable of hiding their astonishment. However, Jiraiya glared dangerously at the big teen, he did not like that fact the boy managed to hide himself so completely. The awkward silence that followed finally broke by the Fifth. “You know Shino you should knock before you eavesdrop on private conversations.” Thoroughly amused the boy would at least be able to explain his actions. “Well you heard all, do you have anything to add, as an explanation.”

He turns his dark lens on everyone, noting that the Elders were indeed the most dangerous. “Do not interfere with my plans for Kuni-te. He has made our confrontation personal.” He walked towards the door.

Tsunade stood up taller; she had expected him to defend himself against the accusations. Before she could stop him, Jiraiya spoke. “What are your intentions with that Feudal Lord?”

Shino stop his back to the adults. “I will become more than I am here.” He turned facing them. “When the time is right we will reclaim our home land, but I assure you no one who cooperates will be exterminated.”

The Elders stood facing him. “So you do not deny that your goal is to take the Hidden Leaf as your own?” Mitokado remarked forcefully.

“What is to deny? This land belongs to my people from the beginning, and if certain persons were not utilized to steal our land, then we would exist here in peace, and you people would own a small province in an obscure region.”

“Boy I will kill you personally if you think you will disrupt Konoha.” Jiraiya spoke dangerously, the air thick with his intent.

Shino tilted his dark frames in his direction. “Jiraiya, yes you are the one who told me this once, now I return the favor: ‘I am a harsh man, deal with it you will live longer’.” The corners of his mouth lift slightly.

“Shino you can not act against the Hidden Leaf, I defended you please tell me there is another motive.” Tsunade’s voice broke; she took several steps toward the young ninja.

“Hokage-sama I apologize for misleading you, but it was necessary to assure the safety of my people, we will all eventually leave the Leaf, and form our own nation. We will not be allies; unless that certain person becomes Hokage, for him alone will I form an allegiance with this Village. Until then maintain your distance we will not forget the sins Konoha has committed over the countless years, against my people. Now I understand the reason behind the unjust treatment, although this account of my ancestor being an evil man is more Konoha embellishment. This is land the First, desired, however we were in the way and he could not move us, so sleeping with the devil is how he managed to conquer my forefathers.” Looking specifically at Tsunade, he continued. “I do not desire war, but the Leaf will find that my people are assets that should have been treated much better than is practiced. It is in your best interest to name the next Hokage, before I am ready to assume this land and everything within.”

Turning to leave the Hermit launched an attack, with an eight-foot tall bullfrog, its long sticky tongue, gluing him bodily to the door. “Ho, look what we caught; he’s a bit hungry I suppose I can take care of Kuni-te myself.” Jiraiya chanted.

“Let him go Jiraiya!” The Fifth snapped, while both Elders cackled creakily

The white hair Sanin’s voice dropped. “No I don’t think letting this brat out of my sight is a good idea, and dealing with him now is the best way to proceed, he is too dangerous.”

The hooded ninja stared at the frog, and then nodded. The amphibian released him, its tongue falling limply on the ground, followed by its speckled skin carcass, dead. “Well, that was interesting, Sanin do nothing to my uncle, or you will meet his fate.” Everyone stood shortly stunned by the frogs’ death, and then the boy erupted in a cloud of Kikai darker than the night, moving at tornado speed. The two Elders both dropped to the floor covering their heads. Tsunade began to yell at Shino however, the roar of the moving darkness made it impossible to hear her own voice. The Hermit attempted another attack, seeing his precious frog dead, aroused his temper, before activating the Jutsu, a wall of the chakra sucking insects descended on him knocking off his feet and stealing some of his strength, before dashing out the open window into the endless night.
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Woot! Thanks for reading, guys almost about to wrap this "little" tale up. xDDD! Its long enough, near the end, but a few more things to do. =3 Thanks for reading and comments.