The Kage Summit - Kusagakure's Fate!

[daisy]

My, my, my. Things were certainly tense. I hadn't seen this side of Akira before. His anger was almost palpable. I wondered just what the Hokage's problem was? We'd all suffered at the hands of the Mist, of course, but did he merely hold onto that grudge, or was there something more between them? Perhaps a little digging would be necessary. As it was, however, Blanche handled the altercation rather well, proceeding with the business which we'd all attended to deal with. Her answer was satisfactory, although my vote had already been cast. It seemed, indeed, that the matter was altogether decided. The handsome young Raikage was the only one who hadn't explicitly voted.

I tucked away my mirror, and ran my hands through my hair. Was that that then? Would Kusagakure be counted amongst our number from here on? It seemed definite. However, something appeared to be happening. My eyes narrowed at the strange, echoing clap, much different from my own before, and the Kazekage's just then. And all of a sudden, someone was there. Behind Blanche. And his eyes, they were... I got to my feet, glaring, but i scarcely had time to think, before he'd spirited her away.

"Darling! What is the meaning of this?" I cried, looking around the chamber, as if expecting to see the two of them running out through a door. I rounded on the Kazekage.
"An acquaintance of yours? An explanation please, Lord Kazekage." I demanded. He'd called him brother, if i wasn't mistaken. This was all very bad mannered! The subject of our hearing, stolen from her seat by a masked stranger? Could she be in danger? He was... None of his features could've been distinguished, but those eyes, they unsettled me.

What on earth had just happened?

[Nujabes]

What a pitiful Sharingan, I mused to myself as I watched the excuse of a Kage "activate." If he truly believed himself ready to enter the arena with a real Kage, I saw no reason to limit myself. The bubbling aura that had consumed my hands had already elongated up their respective appendages, seething across my flesh like a wildfire over the plains. It wasn't until I felt a familiar chakra-- and heard a familiar voice --that my mind almost instantly lost all taste for battle.

It can't be.

A figure appeared out of thin air, and it was when I looked into his eyes that I knew it was true. Kouketsu. . . What are you doing here? There were a myriad of possibilities, but having served under Kouketsu for as many years as I did. . . I had a rather good understanding of what the goal was.

Unfortunately, before I could even lift a finger in protest, they (Blanche and the man) were gone. He'd left us an interesting piece of information in return for his abrupt arrival and kidnapping of the Kusakage, though I wasn't too sure what to make of it.

"The Shodaime," I said abruptly. "I wasn't sure if it was true before, but now I'm certain of it. If that is who I think it is, he took Blanche because of her relationship to the Shodaime Tsuchikage: Uekyuuchi. She is his sister. . . "

My eyes cut to the Kazekage. Everything was falling into place now. There were only two men that Kouketsu had ever regarded as his brothers, and I had fought beside both of them. And if the Kazekage was one of them, then that limited who he could be. "Isn't that right, Kazekage?"

I stood straighter now, ready to make my claim. "Or would you prefer that I call you Nagato Uchiha?"

[vegapunk]

Flames were still flickering in the eyes of the kage as their war of words would ensue. As the Hokage spoke he would issue no concern with Eiichiro, surprising, as his focus laid intently on the Mizukage. Pftt..weak he thought to himself as he lent backward in his chair. It was true what they said about a first impression, you never get a second chance to make one - and in this case, Eiichiro had dismissed the man to make one at least at this meeting. He attention would envelop everything else in the room as he continued to enjoy the spectacle. However, he would never get to hear the words from the Kusa leader, words he was both excited and intrigued to hear about. Instead, a figure would appear from thin-air behind the blonde vixen

With a childlike astonishment Eiichiro's eyes would widen with excitement. A mysterious figure, his face was covered by a mask as he donned a long and inconspicuous garb. Who was this man who had just appeared? As fast as the whole instance had happened, his initial lightness of the occasion had soon turned as he noticed the man's eyes. Another Uchiha? no, only eye possessed the crimson color of the Uchiha, the other completely different, but compelling and unique in its own regard. Two different doujutsu or just one? Eiichiro would realise himself think. As he turned to each of the kages their surprise was as raw as his, which forced a discerning look on his face. But, just as the mysterious figure came, he left. Just what had he witnessed?

He had taken Blanche in all but a moments notice. She was helpless to react, his presence so dominant and unsuspecting. But, it was what he said to her and soon, what the members of this room would say that would bubble the curiosity of golden-haired Raikage. Koutetsu...Shodaime Tsuchikage...Nagato Uchiha.. these were all names that were foreign to his ear, but he could sense the impending feeling that they wouldn't be foreign for long. These figures, spearheads - they were all connected in someway or another in the past. He had no knowledge of such relationships, but knew he had to find out. As the Tsuchikage spoke of her distress for the situation, Eiichiro would back her comments up, eager to understand just what was going on.

"Yes, Lady Tsuchikage I think you're right. Seeing as we are all gathered here - maybe it would be wise for you to speak first Kazekage."

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[chiatsuki]

The mizukage and I’s confrontation was cut short in the aftermath of what looked like the spry appearance of a shadow. At once the room fell tacit to this face riddled with mystery, it said but two things.

"My apologies, but the Kusakage and I have business to discuss,"

"As for you, we'll be seeing each other soon. . . Nii-san."

Then, just as quickly as he had appeared, he would vanish. Sweaty palms and engorged veins would penetrate my features as I stood in thought. (‘Just what sort of kuchiyose was that?!’) I’d ponder alone as the wave of attention turned towards the kazekage. So many queries allotted at once yet only one was most important at this very second, (‘how did he even know we were here?! This was supposed to be private!!’).

I was stiff in motion, paralyzed in thought, though still having not yet fully placed myself within my seat as I heard yet another name which seemed to pull a shiver down my spine.

“ "Or would you prefer that I call you Nagato Uchiha?"

It was him, the Chouro. I was sure of it now. He had presented himself to me weeks ago within the manor – he’d given me a glimpse of my history, and a bold warning for my future. Slowly but surely I’d sit back down, wondering what else would unfold.

[marvolous.]

Tch. I heard the clap that followed my own, it's dramatic and over-enthused nature cascading not a shroud of surprise, or doubt within my mind. I could almost sense the presence of another before his appearance, quite like a fraction of my own chakra - that had unsurprisingly vanished all together for several years - suddenly reactivated and alerted me of it's existence.

"As for you, we'll be seeing each other soon. . . Nii-san."

Was I surprised? Not at all. I did not need to see the man's eyes, nor hear his voice, to know just who had appeared before us. Whilst the rest of the Kages were scrambling (Surely) to understand just who and why someone had interrupted the meeting to speak to Blanche, I sat there, unfazed. Even as the Mizukage had taken it upon himself to make a claim about my identity, I did not stir, I did not even bother to look at him-- I was more concerned about what was about to happen between two of my oldest friends.

"You always were one of Kouketsu's most... inquisitive shinobi, Namisuki." His real name was emphasized; he wasn't the only one that preferred to be called by his moniker. Still, my voice was notably different than before. It was deeper, more relaxed-- my true voice. "I hadn't expected it would come to this, but I guess there's no need for this useless disguise anymore." With a simple pop, my entire frame was consumed within a veil of smoke. When it cleared, I was back to my original form; out of the four Kages, both the Mizukage and the Hokage would recognize my true appearance.

"Surely the Mizukage isn't the only that has come to the correct realization. There's no need to become unsettled. If you really know Kouketsu Uchiha--" I shot a glance to the Hokage, then to Raikage, and finally to the Tsuchikage - they, especially, would know the extent of my words from the destruction inflicted on their villages. With half of my face bandaged up, only one eye watched them. Soon, the gaze was dropped altogether, and I looked down - still unfazed.

"Then you know you can't do anything but wait."

[NARRATOR]

As quickly and abruptly as he had appeared before, reality was distorted and exaggerated once again. Apple appeared first, followed by the masked individual that had snatched her so rudely merely a handful of moments before. Whatever it was that these two had to speak of, clearly it hadn't been too time consuming. However, it appeared that more than enough had occurred in chambers of the Summit.

"Kages," the voice mocked. Here stood five -- no, six -- of the greatest shinobi that had ever been known. And yet, they were all insects when compared to even a sliver of power dwelling in the man's pinky finger.

His gaze cut to Soratsu. "It's good to see you're no longer wearing that disguise, Nagato. It didn't suit you." Releasing his grip from Blanche, he stepped forward. "I'm afraid that I must say this little meeting of yours is adjourned. You have much bigger problems to worry about right now." His attention was focused on the Mizukage now.

"I left a present for you off the coast of Mizu no Kuni, Namitsuki. Our old friend, the Sanbi, hasn't had a swim in quite some time-- he seemed thirsty." Despite the teasing nature of his comment, his voice was flat and monotone.

The atmosphere seemed to grow thick and heavy with power as the masked man's figure became hazy, distorted. He was phasing away, leaving them to deal with the aftermath of his intrusion.

"Good luck. You'll need it."

[Apple]

Out of thin air..

From it appeared a great mass of blonde hair- Undoubtedly belonging to the Kusakage of whom had so unexpectedly been ripped from what appeared to be reality itself. However- soon after her arrival, her long, golden locks surging wildly upon impact as she returned, there soon came another form, the same man who she had been taken captive by in the first place- supposedly. With her neck held on to by the man, her eyes seemed to perhaps twitch a little, as if trying to readjust from the dim sunlight which she’d been previously faced with, in contrast to the unnatural light of the meeting room. Once this was done, her blue, doe-like eyes travelled around the room itself, taking a look at each member within it, from the concerned-looking Tsuchikage to her right, all the way around to the Mizukage who seemed perhaps not at ease, but much calmer than he’d been in the heat of anger when faced with the words of the Hokage. It seemed as if it had all calmed; The topic of discussion surely now having been his arrival and their disappearance, only for the two of them to return once more, her own figure not hunched but instead immobilized to some degree from the grasp on her neck.

For those who would have noticed her calm, collected and more professional take to things during the meeting itself, beneath the waves of blonde partially covering her face, she seemed different- Not in appearance but moreso in expression and the way that she held herself, it was almost disturbing. Her eyes gazing to the side back towards the masked man as he spoke both of Soratsu, her own eyes interlocking with the bandaged man’s own should his single revealed eye be that clear through his choice of headgear. And she listened quietly alike any other hostage in her position, the words of the Sanbi ringing in her ears, a spark unleashing within her eyes. He claimed to have released a tailed beast within Mizu no kuni. It was unsure whether she was captivated by the thought of there being another Bijuu on the loose or the sheer amount of power that the masked man would have to even be able to do such a feat. It was hard to tell what she was thinking with such a blank, yet at the same time malevolent expression.

And then he was gone.

Her face rose, making itself much clearer through the golden tresses.



She uttered not a word but moreso an audible exhalation accompanied by a devilish smirk.

And just like that, the Kusakage rose from her past position and flicked her hair back so confidently as she began to make her leave. She bathed in silence, and with such unspoken words, the blonde dismissed herself from the meeting hastily after Koukestsu made his own leave, having achieved exactly what she'd come for, and at the same time, more than she could ever have imagined. Elegantly gliding across the floor towards her exit, a dull, thumping headache echoed throughout her head -

Things had changed.

EXIT!

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[Nujabes]

ADMIN: The event is over, and with the Sanbi-event live, there's no need to sit around and wait for a posting order. Feel free to exit on your whim.

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"Damn it," I cursed. Not even waiting for Coco, or Blanche, I turned and rushed through the door.

[chiatsuki]

The..Sanbi? I queried. From the moment the location of a tailed beast had been unraveled I would have stood to exit, making my way towards the country of water.

exit

[daisy]

Everyone was leaving. But i couldn't quite take such events in my stride, not so easily. Blanche had reappeared, which was a relief in itself, but she seemed utterly unfazed by her capture. If i could even call it that. The masked man, now revealed to be Kouketsu Uchiha himself, had taken her away as if on a business call. What had they spoken about? Where on earth had they gone? Could it be that dear Blanche was in fact an acquaintance of the foul man? And of course, before their reappearance, was the shocking discovery of the Kazekage's true identity. Nagato Uchiha. He'd gone by Soratsu before, hadn't he? Regardless of his real name, he'd been present alongside Kouketsu at the sacking of Bakudon Gai, and doubtless their exploits in the other nations too.

Was i the only one out of the loop? The Hokage seemed to have some connections, and he was an Uchiha himself. The Kazekage obviously turned out to be a major player in past tragedies, and of course, darling Akira had been involved from the beginning. Eiichiro perhaps knew little more than me, but even Blanche seemed to be deeply involved. I ran my hands through my hair. To top it all off, it seemed Kouketsu had unleashed a bijuu upon the land of water. Was it so terribly selfish that all i could think was; at least it's far from home?

But no, regardless of the past, and regardless of the positions of the other leaders, Akira was... a friend now. I'd be heading to water. I began to walk, following the Mizukage and Hokage who'd already left. But not before turning back to the two who remained.
"Lord Raikage, a pleasure to see you again. I hope we can endure the no doubt troubling times to come." I said, giving him a look of resignation, before turning to Nagato, my eyes quickly becoming cold.

"I'm quite sure your time will come, darling." I growled, before strutting from the room. Who knew what awaited us all now. But the village of stone would remain as steadfast as its namesake. I'd see to that.

exit!

[vegapunk]

"And to you Lady Tsuchikage. I'm sure our paths will cross once again."

His words would enter her ears as she left the room, only Eiichiro and the Kazekage left. But, in the urgency of the situation it was as if they had all left in a single moment. The...Sanbi - so Koutetsu is truly back now.. thought of such a terror making the golden-haired shinobi anxious. Pushing up from his seat he ran through what he must do. The battle with the Sanbi was of no interest to him, yet, only the outcome. He trusted the Mizukage to sort the troubles in his own backyard. But, Eiiichiro's first priority now was to get back to his village, and fill the council in on what had happened - mainly, of the return of a certain man.

Within an instant the Raikage's figure would disappear in a flicker.

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Exit!

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[marvolous.]

"I'm quite sure your time will come, darling."

"I'll be waiting for that day, Tsuchikage."

I mused, and, quite like the rest of the Kages, made my exit from the meeting without another sound.

exit!

[KEITH]

Apple - +40 exp (+15)
Daisy - +40 exp (+12)
Genbu - +32 exp (+5)
Sohyo - +32 exp (+5)
Vega - +38 exp (+7)
Naga - +25 exp (3)

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