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The Serpent's Lover	By : Hedari Category: Naruto > General Views: 1738 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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Manami's P.O.V
Two soft knocks on the door woke me up, making me groan slightly. I turned on my back and tried to open my eyes, however, the room was filled with too much light, so it was difficult.
"Manami-chan, wake up!" It was Suigetsu's voice, and it seemed much louder than ever before.
I groaned again, bringing a blanket closer to my face and closing my eyes. It felt so soft and cozy... The sunshine felt really warm on my skin...
"Manami-chaaaan!" Suigetsu insisted and pulled the doorknob, however, it was locked, I did it after I returned to my room last night.
Last night... I wasn't sure what really happened. I couldn't fall asleep so I went outside... And I saw him there... Sasuke.
No, it must have been a dream. He was holding my hand? I shook my head, realizing how ridiculous it sounded.
"Manami-chan, I'm going to break the door!"
"Suigetsu, no, wait a second!" I shouted at him and quickly got up from the bed - it made my head spin.
I finally opened the door, only to see Suigetsu's grinning face. He looked refreshed and happy.
"Good morning, Manami-chan!"
"Good morning, Suigetsu," I mumbled back, still feeling sleepy and tired. "What time is it?"
I yawned and rubbed my eyes slightly - I wouldn't mind going back to bed, but I suppose there was no time for that already.
"It's already nine, we will leave after an hour." Suigetsu replied and peeked inside my room, quickly scanning it with his eyes.
I couldn't help but yawn again. I really wanted to sleep more, considering that I couldn't fall asleep easily last night. Despite the fact that I had a nightmare, it felt really good to take a long rest. Not like I could really remember what I dreamed about, anyway. I just remember this uneasiness that I felt during it.
"Hmm, your room looks much cuter than ours," Suigetsu frowned. "Not to mention that I had to share it with that guy..."
I chuckled slightly at how upset he looked at that moment - his face expression was amusing.
"It can't be that bad, right?" I asked and smiled at him. "Anyway, I would like to take a shower before we leave. I will see you after an hour."
Suigetsu smirked as soon as I mentioned me taking a shower, but I quickly closed the door before he could make some weird remark. A silent sigh escaped my lips.
The mirror in the bathroom was wide and perfectly clean - I could see myself clearly. My reflection... Was this really me?
I brushed away a strand of hair which was falling on my forehead - the other "me" in the mirror did exactly the same. Our movements were completely identical, leaving no other conclusion - this was really my own reflection after all.
Yet, I had a hard time believing it. The image in the mirror felt like it was someone else. I wasn't used to seeing myself like that. The girl in front of me was wearing shabby, outworn clothes. Her hair was dirty and messed up. Her face was too pale and had dark spots over it. No... This was not the girl who used to wear expensive kimonos. Not the same girl who took thoughtful care of herself - just for the sake of someone else.
Orochimaru... What would you think of me now?
I let my hair loose and started to take off my clothes. I longed for a warm, soothing shower. I wanted to feel hot water over my skin.
No, it wasn't just my reflection which was unreal. My body and mind did not feel like the real me either. It felt like I couldn't control myself properly... All my moves, my thoughts and feelings were happening on their own, without my will. All I could do was watch everything from afar...
I stepped into the shower and turned on the water - the stream hit my face and I closed my eyes.
Sasuke and Suigetsu were already waiting for me by the front door of the guest house - as soon as they saw me, I could feel their eyes land on me.
Suigetsu grinned at me and Sasuke didn't react at all. I expected him to show some kind of emotion after last night, but he didn't, of course. Maybe, after all, he was a part of my dream...
"Good morning," I uttered, only to see Suigetsu wave at me.
"Let's go," Sasuke motioned for us to follow him and we left the guest house.
The sky was clear and bright, just like yesterday, however, there was a couple of fluffy white clouds lurking behind us. They did not look dangerous enough to ruin the weather, though.
The bright sun blinded me and I closed my eyes for a second. I felt like I could fall asleep right now, while we were walking on the street.
A weird silent grumble reached my ears and I looked around.
"Sorry..." Suigetsu grinned and I glanced at him - he was rubbing his stomach. "Why don't we get some breakfast? We have a long day ahead of us."
Sasuke nodded and soon we walked into a cafe on the corner of the street, right beside a dock. The view from there was great - blue, crystal clear and tranquil sea, a couple of small wooden fishing boats resting against the shore, snow white seagulls squalling in the sky... Everything was perfect for such a bright morning. It felt so calming here...
The breakfast which was served to us looked great - scrambled egg and fresh orange juice. However, I did not feel hungry at all - I barely managed to take a few bites. The juice was refreshing, though.
"You should eat more, Manami-chan," Suigetsu commented with his mouth full, eyeing my still full plate. "This tastes really good..."
I looked at his plate, which was already empty. I see where this is going...
"You can finish mine if you want," I pushed my own plate to him.
He was sitting right in front of me. I watched his eye widen. A grin lit up his face as well.
"Are you sure, Manami-chan?" He whispered and pulled the plate closer to himself.
I only nodded, smiling slightly.
This was the first time I saw Suigetsu so happy.
"Who's Tazuna?" Suigetsu's voice echoed as we walked on the dock after finishing our breakfast.
Water was right beside us. Staring at it made me feel sleepy... I felt a soft breeze coming from the sea made me shiver - I couldn't help but feel a bit cold. It was weird, considering that it was a warm summer day. It was probably because of my hair, which was still wet after the shower - I put it into a bun, letting it dry off by itself.
I was gazing around, but still kept my ears focused on what Sasuke was about to reply. Today we were supposed to see someone named Tazuna. He might know something about the sword Suigetsu is so eager to get.
"He's the chief carpenter who made that bridge."
"The Great Naruto Bridge?" Suigetsu pondered, only to earn a nod from Sasuke.
I was deep in thoughts as well. So I was right... Sasuke knows a lot about this place.
We stopped walked when we noticed a worker on the dock who was calmly cutting a log. He did not seem too surprised by our visit - he continued working quietly, even when Suigetsu asked him about Tazuna.
"The chief ain't here," the man answered.
"Where did he go?"
The man finally put down his tools and turned to us - I could see his tanned face glistening with sweat. His job must be tiring, yet, he looked pretty relaxed.
"The Lightning Country," he replied again. "He took Inari with him and left for some bridge construction work. He won't be back for a year."
"The Lightning Country? That's far..." Suigetsu frowned and stared at Sasuke, expecting him to say something.
"Do you know anything about a big sword near the Great Naruto Bridge?" Sasuke asked straightforwardly.
"Oh, that," the worked spoke out and brushed the sweat off his face with a cloth hanging around his neck. "Daikoku Tenzen took it with him. The truth is, he came here only to capture the ninja that used that sword. But when the ninja died, he took the sword instead."
I glanced at Suigetsu - the frown on his face deepened even more.
What are we going to do now...?
"I'm beat. Daikoku Tenzen, huh?" Suigetsu mumbled as we walked down another village street again.
He seemed really disappointed with what we've heard just now. I couldn't blame him - the idea of getting this sword seemed to drift away even further.
"This guy used to be a close aide of the Water Country's Feudal Lord. Apparently, a whole bunch of his subordinates got killed when Zabuza-senpai launched his coup d'etat in Hidden Mist Village," Suigetsu continued. "He must've held a grudge for that."
I heard a thump in front of me and instinctively stepped to the side - I still remembered this accident from yesterday. When I looked up to see what happened, I couldn't believe my eyes - the same guy from yesterday bumped into Suigetsu today as well. Could it be coincidence?
"Where are your eyes at, asshole?!" The stranger yelled again, just confirming my suspicions that he was the same guy.
Suigetsu stared at him, wide-eyed.
"Hey! I've been looking for you!" Suigetsu spoke out to him.
Huh? What does he mean by that?
Before I was able to blink, the stranger gulped and ran to the side, however, Suigetsu managed to catch him by his jacket right on time.
I watched in surprise as Sasuke and Suigetsu carried the unlucky guy to a narrow street corner, filled with trash bags. There was nobody else around us. What are they planning to do?
"W-What do you guys want?!" The stranger babbled, scared out of his mind by our behaviour.
I had no idea what Suigetsu had in mind.
"Well, you're going to give us some information," Suigetsu grinned.
"I don't know anything about Tenzen!"
"Why don't you tell us everything that you do know about him?"
I watched as Suigetsu took out a kunai, making the guy flinch in fear ever harder.
"Da-Daikoku Tenzen is a politician, but that's just his face on the surface. Underneath that, he's the leader of a group of thieves. He gives the Feudal Lord huge amounts of bribes and I heard that he commits a lot of crimes for his own gain," the stranger spilled out suddenly, widening Suigetsu's grin.
"You're well informed," Suigetsu spoke out and leaned closer to this guy. "So, where does he live?"
"South of here, in a castle that was built in the woods. That castle is guarded by thousands of mercenaries, and it's rumoured that it is untouchable."
"I see..." Suigetsu smirked.
I could see his purple orbs glisten dangerously.
I suppose there is no other way, but to take the sword by force. Suigetsu appeared more than ready for that.
We finally let the poor guy go - he used this opportunity to run away as fast as possible.
"We will go to the castle now," Sasuke spoke out as we stood beside the dock again. "Let's get this over with already."
"Finally, the sword will be mine," Suigetsu grinned. "I am tired of waiting."
I couldn't stop myself from yawning. Oddly, today I felt even sleepier than yesterday.
While Sasuke and Suigetsu discussed something, I stepped closer to the shore again. I don't know why, but it felt so inviting...
I don't know if it was just me, but the sea looked more wavy than before. The wind was stronger.
I suddenly felt an urge to sit down and stare at the sea.
Stare at it for hours. Maybe even for days...
"Manami-chan, are you okay?"
This was Suigetsu's voice, probably. I gazed at him, but his silhouette was difficult to make out. I don't know why he looked so blurry...
Instead, I turned back to the sea. My head felt so heavy...
Suddenly a very strange thing happened - the whole sea was swallowed by darkness. No, it wasn't just sea, the darkness swallowed me as well. This blackness... It reminded me of Orochimaru's hair... So silky and beautiful. So soft against my fingers...
"You belong to me for eternity. Forget any hope of running away."
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