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365daysofsasuhina · 5 years

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[ 365 Days of SasuHina || Day Two Hundred Fifty-Five: A Beautiful Choice ] [ Uchiha Sasuke, Suigin Ryū ] [ SasuHina ] [ Verse: A Light Amongst Shadows ] [ AO3 Link ]

For once in his life...Uchiha Sasuke has no idea what he’s doing. For the most part, his decisions and actions since he was seven years old have been rather...simple. While he ran into many an obstacle on his journey for justice in the name of his clan, he could typically improvise, drawing on what he’d learned as a shinobi to move forward.

But this...this is completely outside of his element.

And he’s not even sure who to go to for help.

Naruto, he knows, is about as well-versed in this as he is. And the last thing he wants is the blond in on his business. Because as soon as Naruto knows anything, half of Konoha will know what’s going on. And he’s trying to be discreet.

Sakura...gods, he’d rather take a kunai to the gut than ask Sakura for advice. Sure, she’s a woman...but also one he’s had one of the most annoying relationships with out of anyone he’s ever known. She might be going steady with Naruto, but he doesn’t want to even hint at this topic with her for any reason.

Kakashi is just...no. He’s possibly the only person beyond himself that Sasuke can think of who would be worse to consult. Never married, never dated, and reads porn in public.

Itachi has already been coy enough about the whole thing. He doesn’t want his brother to have any more reason to tease him than he’s already got. And Shisui? Might be worse than Naruto. It’s a close call...but either way, a definite no.

The only person left he has to consult...is his brother’s wife. Which, honestly? Makes the most sense out of anyone he could ask. She’s a lady, has a suitable temperament...and happens to be friends with the person otherwise involved in Sasuke’s latest predicament.

He’s going to propose to Hinata.

But there’s steps to this process, and he’s...rather unsure about how to get from point A to...whatever letter the actual proposal ends up being. At the very least, he’s sure about it. He’s never been more sure about anything in his life. But this is also his first relationship...let alone one that’s ever gotten this far.

So, he just...needs a little help.

“Can I...ask you something?”

Glancing up from the bed of herbs she’s tending, Sasuke’s sister-in-law sits back on her haunches. “Of course. Is something wrong?”

“No. I just…” He sighs, rubbing at the tense muscles in his neck. “I need some...advice. About...girls.” Gods, can he sound any more like a clueless genin?

She blinks at him, and then smiles, expression free of the taunting her husband would be giving him. “I see. What in particular do you want some help with?”

“...I want to propose to Hinata.”

Greys go wide. “...oh! Sasuke, that’s wonderful!”

“I just...I dunno how to go about it. I thought maybe you’d...have a better idea.”

For a moment the woman is silent...and then she laughs a bit into a hand. “I’m sorry, dear...I’m not laughing at you,” she explains during a breath, seeing his expression. “I just...well, you know well enough your brother and I had far from a...typical courtship. So honestly, I’m not sure I’m the most knowledgeable about the...traditional means. But...I’ll offer what I can.”

Abandoning her task, she stands and dusts some dirt from her clothes. “...first thing is first, really: you’ll need an engagement ring. One that suits both your feelings for her, and her. After all, she’ll be the one wearing it.”

“Suits my...feelings?”

A nod. “Something that, when you look at it, reminds you of her. A testament to your love for her for her to wear and sort of...display! Your wedding bands will be different, of course. Think of it as…” She pauses, pondering for a moment. “...a symbol of your courtship. Your offering to symbolize your affection, and your intentions to make her your wife.”

“...I guess that makes sense.” A few ideas are already eddying through his mind. “So...what should I do to...give it to her?”

“Well...that part I can’t really help you with too much. A proposal is very personal. Some people go to places that mean a lot to them both, like...where you had a first date, or a first kiss. Or some make it very...theatrical. A fancy restaurant, or a public display. Though personally, I would avoid the latter...it adds unnecessary pressure for her answer.”

Sasuke blinks. “...good point.”

“Otherwise, it’s mostly up to you, dear. This is a moment you’ll both remember for the rest of your lives - how you want to make it memorable is up to you. Of course, on that note, don’t be nervous,” she advises gently with a smile. “Mistakes can and do happen. But just remember that this is the person you hold dearest, and who loves you regardless of the circumstances. Hinata won’t judge you if something goes awry.”

Glancing aside, Sasuke mulls that over. “Yeah, you’re right...she’s too kind for that.” In his mind, he can still see how she’d giggle, and then apologize for laughing, all smiles and pretty pink blushes. Just that alone brings a soft smile to his face.

“...otherwise...that’s really all you’ll need,” his sister-in-law then says, noting his reverie. “Find a good ring, and a good time and place. And I’m sure it will turn out perfectly. You two are so good together, everything will work out just fine.”

Head full of thoughts, Sasuke goes quiet for a moment. “...thank you. And, uh...don’t tell anyone, okay? Last thing I need is aniki giving me crap.”

She laughs into a hand. “Of course, your secret is safe with me, dear. And good luck! Not that you’ll need it. I can’t wait for Hinata to tell me all about it!”

He nods. But before he can go, she calls out his name.

“She wears a size seven, by the way,” his sister offers cheekily.

“...how do you know that?”

“Let’s just say I was...thinking ahead. I told her I had some old jewelry she could have, and asked her her size. I had a feeling you’d need it one of these days.”

Sasuke blinks in surprise...and then gives a soft huff of a laugh. “...thanks.”

“You’re welcome, dear.”

Confidence much higher, Sasuke abandons his brother’s yard and makes his way back into the village proper. A ring that reminds him of her...that symbolizes his affection...can he really find something that will fit?

Meandering toward a jeweler, not wanting to be spotted, Sasuke makes sure he senses no familiar chakra before slipping into the store. Behind the counter is a middle-aged woman, who smiles pleasantly as he looks around curiously.

“Good afternoon, young man! What might I do for you?”

“I’m, er...here to buy a ring…?”

Her face alights. “I see! Congratulations! We have quite a few styles to choose from, and can custom make a band for you, of course. Have you any ideas?”

“Not yet…”

“Well, feel free to browse, and I’ll answer any questions you might have!”

Feeling a bit sheepish, he approaches the counter, eyeing the stock behind the glass. There’s...a lot. More than he’d ever think up, that’s for sure. Jewels of all cuts, colors, and styles are almost overwhelming. How is he supposed to decide?

Something that reminds me of her… Eyes trailing over the choices, he pauses at one that nudges something at the back of his mind. A shining pearl sits in a silver band, a small diamond nestled along either side. There’s a bit of flare to the metal around them, but otherwise the rest of the ring looks fairly simple, yet elegant.

A pearl...it looks like...her eyes…

A feeling blooms in his gut. That’s what he wants. “...can I look more closely at that one?”

The employee fetches it from the display, letting him look it over in more detail. The pearl is even prettier up close...it’s perfect.

“I think...I’d like this one.”

“A beautiful choice, sir! Do you know the lady’s ring size?”

“Seven.”

“Perfect! We keep all of our rings in stock in several sizes, so I have it here and now for you, if you’re ready.”

Sasuke sets his jaw. No going back now… “I’m ready.”

“Wonderful. Let me just get the order written up, and as soon as we have the ryō, you can have the ring, sir.”

All throughout, Sasuke stares at the little box she slips the band into, a heavy feeling in his chest. While he’s satisfied with his choice...this seems like the easy part now that it’s done. The real challenge...will be asking her.

He’s sure she’ll say yes. She...she has to. But the nerves remain, that sliver of doubt like a canyon in his mind. He has time to plan...he’ll just...take this slowly. Everything has to be perfect. Perfect like her...the pearl he never expected to find.

Handing over the money once the receipt is done, he accepts the box. “A pleasure doing business with you, sir. And I wish you luck with your lady!”

“...thank you.” Slipping it into his pocket, he sweeps the street again before heading out.

Now...it’s time to plan.

.oOo.

OKAY FIRST before you come at me with pitchforks and torches for the cliffhanger: I AM going to do a sequel to this TOMORROW - I peeked the prompt and it'll work perfectly for a follow up! I just didn't want this to get monstrously long, so I cut it there! I'm sorry xD Anyway...here we go, guys gals and nonbinary pals! We're FINALLY getting a chance to look into how a proposal might go between these two. The ring, at least, I've had in my mind for a looong time - a pearl is just such a perfect fit, imo! It's what Hyūga eyes have always reminded me of, tbh. And Sasuke seems to agree! But yes, tomorrow we'll see part two to this, so I hope y'all can be patient with me xD And hopefully I can live up to this hype, haha - but for now, I need some sleep. Thanks so much for reading! See you tomorrow n_n

#sasuhina #uchiha sasuke #suigin ryū #a light amongst shadows [ canon verse ]#365daysofsasuhina

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kusunokihimea · 4 years

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[ @masshirohebi ]

𝕩 𝕩 𝕩 𝕩 𝕩 𝕩 𝕩 𝕩 𝕩

#a pretty picture [ character aesthetic ]#the shadowed light [ suigin ryū ]#the conniving serpent [ orochimaru ]#snake //#masshirohebi

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kusunogatari · 5 years

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[ About Time ] [ @gentlegraceful-and-fatal ] [ Uchiha Sasuke, Suigin Ryū, Hyūga Hinata, Uchiha Shisui, Uzumaki Naruto, Haruno Sakura, Inuzuka Kiba ] [ SasuHina ] [ Verse: A Light Amongst Shadows ]

He’s never been a fan of these sort of things...but surely putting up with one for an evening will be better than the harping he’ll get for weeks to come for missing it.

Besides, the rest of his family seems eager to go - even his stoic older brother, clad in a haori and hakama, smiles as they get ready.

It’s not often, lately, that he’s seen Itachi smile. For that alone, he can grin and bear a matsuri...and its lights, crowds, and noise.

Ryū attempts to wrangle her twins as they double-check nothing is being forgotten, graciously handling her daughter’s whining and her son’s uncertainty. Nearly ten minutes after they intended, their little group manages to leave the manor behind, strolling through the empty land of the rest of the compound. Beyond it, the fervor of the festival can be both seen and heard. As they go, Sasuke mentally braces himself for the assaults on his senses, going so far as to dryly think a prayer that they avoid as many of his agemates as possible. The last thing he wants to compile on top of everything is dealing with Naruto, Sakura, or anyone else that seems to enjoy butting into his business.

The nearer they get, the clearer drifting music becomes - koto, taiko, shakuhachi, and even singing voices drift through the air. Strangely, it manages not to become a chaotic cacophony over the murmurs and shouts of the crowds. Letting himself focus on that as they go, his gaze wanders mostly above them. Lanterns glow softly in the night sky, hung back and forth over the road in various shades. Occasionally, a rogue firework goes off before the official show later in the night, civilians too eager to wait.

Most distracting, however, are the smells. The underlying smoke is accented with scents of seared meat, hot broth, and plentiful sweets. Sasuke’s stomach clenches against a gurgle - Ryū had insisted they forgo dinner at home as best to save room for festival food.

“Ah, konbanwa, Hinata-chan!”

A single dark eye snaps forward at the healer’s voice calling the familiar name. Rather than escorted by family or teammates, it appears the Hyūga is traveling - for the moment - alone. She flashes a polite smile at them all, exchanging pleasantries and shallow, informal bows. At the rear of the group, it’s he she greets last.

“Good evening, Sasuke-kun.”

“...Hinata,” he greets, forgoing her surname.

The action doesn’t go unnoticed, milky lavenders alighting for a moment before her attention is directed elsewhere, Ryū asking if she’d care to join their party. “I told my team I would meet them later for the fireworks, but...until then, I suppose I can wander with you all.”

“Perfect! We were going to peruse the food stalls first - have you eaten?”

“I have…”

“Well, we’ll just have to find you some sweets to top it off, then!”

Arms folded, Sasuke follows as their group begins to move again. For the moment, Hinata walks between his brother and his wife, each carrying a toddler and making small talk. A fourth wheel, Shisui lets himself drift back to walk beside his cousin. “She’s part of your year, right?”

“Hn.”

“Thought so.” The eldest Uchiha gives Sasuke a hint of a grin. “Didn’t know you were on first-name terms.”

“Didn’t know it was any of your business.”

“Aw, c’mon Sasuke! Given how small our clan is now, there’s no use in trying to avoid the rumor mill.” Shisui bumps Sasuke’s hip, ignoring his half-hearted glower. “I’m just glad there’s someone you get along with outside our family, huh? You’ve been a bit of a recluse since I came back, and I’m willing to bet it didn’t start then.”

“...you really can’t imagine why?”

“Didn’t say that. What I am saying...is that it’s good to see you making some progress.” For a moment, Shisui sobers. “...I know this isn’t easy for you. But she seems like a good place to start making friends. Get the impression you two have similar temperaments. Not, uh...like your teammates.”

The reminder deadpans Sasuke’s expression. “...yeah.”

Considering things for a moment as they reach the proper aisle for food, Shisui meanders forward and catches his sister’s attention. That, conveniently, leaves Hinata without her prior conversation partner as the rest of them peruse the menus.

...damn it, Shisui.

Heaving a small breath of a sigh, Sasuke closes the gap between them, hands in his sleeves.

“Hungry...?”

“Mm. Best to wait, though.” Sasuke nods to his cousin. “I’ll never get anywhere until he’s done.”

Sleeve lifted to her lips, Hinata giggles softly, and Sasuke can’t help but blink as the sound lifts his mood...ever so slightly. “Shisui-san is rather...vivacious, isn’t he?”

“You have no idea. He’s loud, forward, and he makes...puns.”

Another laugh, and another blink. “Not your typical Uchiha, is he?”

“No...he got that from his mother. She was also just...different. But not as blatantly as he is.”

“She was...your aunt?”

“My mother’s sister. Lost her husband in the third war - I never knew him. She almost married my dad.”

“Really?”

A few minutes pass in more idle chatter as they wait for the line to move. Why he’s decided to ramble about his family, Sasuke isn’t sure. He’s not even certain if Hinata cares, though she seems at least passably interested. It’s odd...she’s just so easy to talk to. Maybe because she - unlike his teammates - doesn’t feel the need to fill every spare moment with noise. He’s so used to being talked at, it’s just...different to be the one allowed to speak.

...pleasantly so.

Reaching the head of the line, he gives her a glance. “Sure you don’t want anything?”

“No, thank you. I ate with otōsama and Hanabi earlier.”

A brow perks a hair at her lackluster address of her sister, but he makes no comment. Instead he just orders his food, wrapped in paper and stuck on a skewer. Hopefully she doesn’t mind him eating in front of her...but she did say she wasn’t hungry…

From there, they all meander toward the games. Most players are kids, but that doesn’t stop Shisui from participating, promising his niece and nephew his prizes. Ryū lets them down to the road to watch the goldfish swim in a kingyo sukui stall, laughing as Shisui fails at his ring toss...and fails again.

“Want to try your luck?”

“...never played before.”

“Really?” Hinata’s head tilts before looking to the prizes. “I still have a plush panda from when I was young and won once. I should have gotten the rabbit…”

Glancing at her, Sasuke follows her gaze to a soft white bunny plush, its beady eyes seeming to stare down at him. Taunting him.

“...hold this.”

Jumping a bit as Sasuke hands her his last skewer, Hinata blinks as he takes the stall beside his cousin. So...he just has to land the ring on the right peg? Doesn’t seem that hard...Shisui’s just an idiot.

He pays the ryō to play, accepting a handful of rings from the game master before eyeing his target, hand bobbing slightly as he familiarizes himself with the weight. If he can hit shuriken targets...he can beat a measly ring toss game. A wrist flicks, sending a ring sailing...only for it to land a few inches off-target.

A blink. How did…?

“See?! It’s harder than it looks!” Shisui insists from beside him, clearly already frustrated. “These things are rigged!”

Sasuke’s stance shifts slightly. Okay...so there’s a trick to it. They’re probably more weighted on one side than another to warp their flight. He can compensate for that. Another flick...and it lands behind. Flick. To the right again. Flick. Falls short nearly a foot.

A vein ticks in his temple. This is ridiculous! And he’s out of rings!

Another few ryō coins are exchanged for another set. Eyeing them critically, a glance shows the stall keeper just smiling pleasantly. Now he’s between a rock and a hard place. Keep going, and make a fool of himself if he fails again...or quit and feel a keen sting to his pride.

And it has nothing to do with Hinata watching.

Squinting at the peg, Sasuke pulls back his arm, tensing to throw...only to twitch as someone loudly calls his name.

...to his amazement, it actually lands.

“Congratulations! Go on - pick a prize!”

Blinking, it takes him a moment to recover before snatching the rabbit - he’s not staying a moment longer. It’s then he can turn back around, finding the last two people he wanted to see tonight flanked on either side of his prior companion.

“Nice toss!” Naruto calls in greeting, grinning. “Those things are impossible, eh?”

“Tch...just gotta figure it out,” Sasuke scoffs in reply - he’ll never admit to the fluke. Handing over the plush, he barely restrains a twitch of his lips as Sakura jolts out of the corner of his eyes. “Here. One rabbit.”

Trading him back his skewer, Hinata laughs. “It seems I owe you!” Fingers scritch at the stuffed animal’s ears as she beams. “Thank you, Sasuke-kun...but you didn’t have to do that.”

“Figured I might as well.”

“So, uh...are you guys going to the fireworks?” Sakura manages to ask, smile looking a little forced. “We were on our way over!”

“Oh...I should find Kiba-kun and Shino-kun,” Hinata muses. “It is getting rather late…”

“...if you can’t find them, we’ll be around,” Sasuke offers offhandedly, tucking his arms back into his sleeves.

“Mind if we join you?” Naruto asks.

“What, you two aren’t on a date? We don’t want to interrupt.”

The pair of them stutter, and this time Sasuke can’t help a small, triumphant smirk. Hinata lifts a sleeve to her mouth, clearly hiding a smile.

“Sasuke! C’mon, we’re gonna miss the opening ceremony!” Shisui calls, the rest of the group already heading down the road.

“Let’s go,” Sakura sniffs, dragging Naruto one aisle over and ignoring his stuttered questions.

Sasuke just snorts. “...good luck finding your teammates. At least you want to see yours, hm?”

“They’re not that bad, are they?” Hinata teases, still smiling.

“...maybe not. But they’re the sort I get my fill of quickly,” he begrudgingly amends.

“Well...I appreciate you tolerating me for so long.”

He nearly pouts at her taunt. “...I don’t need to tolerate you, Hinata. I...”

The reply seems to catch her off-guard, and there’s a small jump at a dog bark behind them.

“Oi, Hinataaa! We gotta go!”

“K-Kiba-kun! Where have you two been?” she demands with a turn.

“Oh, y’know...around. Shino’s finding a spot - it’s gonna fill up quick!”

For a moment, she looks a little conflicted. Giving the Uchiha a glance, Hinata ducks a quick bow. “...enjoy the rest of your night, Sasuke-kun.”

“You too.” Expression guarded, he watches her trot off to catch up with the Inuzuka, a light tension in his gut.

...and it’s not jealousy.

...maybe just...a little loneliness.

Shoving the feeling aside, he moves to catch up with his family. Itachi gestures him over, the lot of them snuggled up atop a small knoll. His niece babbles excitedly, pointing from her father’s lap as the first batch of rockets go off. Her brother, however, burrows into his mother’s shoulder, occasionally peeking out shyly.

“Thought you’d bring her back with you!” Shisui teases between volleys.

“...she had prior arrangements.”

“What, and you didn’t drag her over? I’m disappointed, Sasuke.”

“I’m not an ass - she had plans,” Sasuke retorts dryly. “Besides, she could have changed her mind, and she didn’t. It’s not a big deal.”

“Whatever you say, little cuz.”

Scowling, Sasuke just reclines to watch the show, attempting to drown out Shisui’s taunting in the concussive explosions. Can’t he have just one aspect of his life avoid scrutiny by anyone else? Does everything he'll ever do really necessitate being picked apart and analyzed? They get along - so what? His social life isn’t a sample in a Petri dish!

Breathing a sigh, he heaves himself to his feet.

“Sasuke…?”

“Need a break from the noise.”

Ryū’s brow wilts, but she makes no attempt to stop him.

Wandering back from the show, a hand lifts to his brow, pushing at the drawn-up muscles. He really shouldn’t let a little teasing get to him, but -

“- told you before: I have an early clan meeting, so I can’t stay out too late. I’m sorry, Kiba-kun. Please don’t miss it on my account.”

“Who the heck plans a clan meeting the morning after a matsuri?”

“The Hyūga, apparently,” Hinata replies dryly. “Really - go back. I’ll see you tomorrow afternoon. You can tell me all about it, okay?”

The Inuzuka heaves a pouty breath. “Yeah, yeah...well next time, you’ll stay all evening. And you won’t spend half of it lookin’ for us in a wild goose chase.”

“I promise. Now shoo!”

Rounding the corner, Sasuke catches as Hinata literally (gently) pushes her teammate back toward the park hosting the firework display. She watches him go, posture wilting slightly.

“Doesn’t clan head get some say about meetings?”

Jolting in surprise, Hinata wheels around, only to go slack at the sight of him. “Some, yes...but not all. Hyūga elders are notoriously stubborn.”

“Yeah, old people tend to do everything slowly...including changing their minds.”

Hinata can’t help a humored huff of breath. “Very true…”

They reach an impasse.

“...well, I’d better not keep you. Can’t have you oversleeping before that meeting.”

“Certainly not. Though...I never did say thank you for letting me tag along earlier.”

“There’s no need to -”

Clearly ignoring him, she steps up a little closer, a hint of mischief in her eyes before leaning up on tiptoes. Lips press chastely against his cheek, practically along the corner of his mouth.

“...goodnight, Sasuke-kun.”

Comically wide-eyed and stock-still, he can’t manage a reply, able to do little more than watch her go. It’s only once Hinata slinks out of sight that he blinks, spell broken as footsteps sound behind him, accompanied by sniffling.

“Feel better yet?”

A pause, and then he turns. “...somewhat.”

Gently bouncing her son against her hip to soothe his tears, Ryū just smiles. “You’re not the only one who found it a little overwhelming, it seems. But I think it’s almost over...we can head home soon. All the better. These two need some sleep.”

He gives no reply.

It’s then the night sky goes quiet, and crowds slowly begin to disperse. Ryū glances back with a thoughtful look before offering, “You can head back - I’ll gather up the others.”

“I can wait.”

“Mm...you could.” Greys glint as her smile grows, answering his questioning look with, “...but then everyone would see that lipstick mark on your cheek before you can wash it off.”

Balking, Sasuke smears at his skin with a palm, coming away a light but noticeable red. “...uh...y-yeah.”

“See you at home, dear.” Watching him retreat, the healer giggles softly to herself, drawing Fu’s curious gaze. “...about time, ne? Come on...let’s go find the others.”

*falls over* THIS IS SO UNGODSLY LATE I’M SORRY. I’ve had the wORST block for like...a few months with drabbles beyond like one or two things, blugh. BUT, hopefully this was worth the wait! And more hopefully I wrote your Hinata properly - I always get nervous writing other people’s muses ;;;;; But I gave it my best shot, aha - and I can make corrections if need be, just let me know! But yeah! Here’s our babbs bein’ cute dorks. Matsuri setting cuz...I’m a sucker for it x3 Poor Sasuke just can’t catch a break - everyone’s gotta get up in his business. At least one person seems to let him off the hook...with just a minor hint of teasing, lol Anywho, I guess that’s it, haha - hope ya enjoyed, Dani! <3

#gentlegracefulandfatal #uchiha sasuke #suigin ryū #hyūga hinata #uchiha shisui #uzumaki naruto #haruno sakura #inuzuka kiba #sasuhina #a light amongst shadows [ canon verse ]

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kusunogatari-a · 7 years

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[ Key ] [ @ofascxnsionss / @scxrlctiisms ] [ Suigin Ryū, Kazanbai, Tokima Shieru, Takanashi Ryōta ] [ Death mention, blood mention ] [ Verse: A Light Amongst Shadows ]

One moment, Ryū looks over the body-strewn street of the village she was meant to aid, gaze wide with disbelief and breath caught in horror.

The next, she barely deflects kick to the temple, arm raised with a shield along her sleeve. The force still sends her flying, managing to maintain her footing as the shrouded figure follows up with a second attack.

And no matter her defensive training, she can't hold off someone of this level for long. An elbow to the base of her skull makes her vision flicker, body going slack as she crumples into the dust. The last she sees before darkness is a hooded figure knelt at her side, a grin wickedly curving their lips.

Then silence, and stillness.

Consciousness drifts to and fro as hours pass, never quite enough for her to surface completely. Humming voices and vague sensations are all she knows until, finally, she drags open her eyes to see only black.

...have I gone blind...?

“Welcome back to the land of the living.”

With a strike, a match lights to fuel a lantern, held by the same figure from before. His tone is masculine, hood still drawn as he holds the light to her face.

Squinting and shrinking, it's then the medic realizes that she's upright. Bonds capture her ankles, wrists, torso and throat against some solid surface to her rear. Taking a moment to think, she attempts to draw upon her chakra...but to no avail.

“No need for that. You will call upon your chakra only once I give you permission. Until then, we don't want you doing anything foolish.”

“...what do you want?”

“I find there's little need to explain. You are our means to an end. Nothing more, nothing less. Besides...it may yet become clear.”

Moving to her left, he sets the light upon a stone pedestal. Unable to turn her head, Ryū can see little from her peripheral view beyond its basic shape.

“Teikoku, gather.”

Silently, nine other figures appear along the rim of the lantern's light, all cloaked as well, though several abandon their hoods. Among them, a tall woman of rose hair, and a boy not even Ryū's age. He glances to her with eyes of hazel, brow slightly wilted before looking back to what must be his leader.

“I require constant patrols – five kilometer radius around the site. If you find or sense anyone within the perimeter, kill them. I will not risk being exposed before the time is right. Arrange shifts between yourselves – two or three to a group, and at least two groups at once. Supply runs will be made accordingly.”

“Kazanbai...do you require more eyes and ears here, as you work?”

“Those not on patrol will rest when necessary, or remain here should something go wrong. But I do not plan on any interruptions, Jinpū.”

A woman simply bows her head.

“Now, settle duties amongst yourselves, and leave the chamber. I will begin.”

The rest disappear in a flicker, and silence seems to echo.

“Now...” Approaching his prisoner, the man withdraws a blade. “A little something from you, my dear.” A flick opens the flesh of her palm, blood gathered into a vial before being taken back to the pedestal.

Ryū only grunts, unable to move chakra to heal the wound.

“...a small sample from the offered to begin.”

Straining to see, the medic can just make out the taken crimson as it pours into the center of the stone. A palm held over the pool, chakra sparks, and seems to initiate a chain reaction.

Glyphs carved into the rock glow white, the light spreading down the podium to the floor, where they continue to bloom until the entire chamber floor – a perfect circle – is alight with characters she cannot read.

Last, they crawl up the wall upon which she's chained, casting her in the same ghostly light. Seals upon the shackles glow, and the contact immediately burns. A screech involuntarily flees her lips, every muscle tensing as lightning seems to strike through her nerves.

As though in reply, the symbols glow brighter, and an orb of white begins to gather in the center of the chamber. Small, at first...yet it could just be seen to be growing.

Somewhere, through the pain, Ryū recognizes another feeling – chakra being withdrawn from her system. And yet, somehow, it's not just her own – she knows this sensation.

Nature chakra.

They're...gathering nature chakra...? She manages to shut her jaw, teeth gritting against the agony. But the rest of her body resists her control, too overwhelmed by the pain. But...h-how? I'm not...meditating...!

“I'm sure you have questions,” the man offers, and she suddenly remembers his presence. “Given that the process seems to be well on its way, I will entertain your curiosities.

“This chamber was constructed long ago, by a handful of the first shinobi bound to Ryūchidō. Here, they used their abilities to connect to the chakra of nature, and could store vast amounts of energy. But the war-torn clan – so easily brought to violence by their own inherent instability – hardly survived long enough to make use of it. Most fled and scattered. You know one as Jūgo – the companion of Uchiha Sasuke, and a distant cousin of your own line. He is among the last.

“And yours...yours has been trained and molded into something more...refined. Your abilities are harnessed, easier to handle. And so it is you, the last of your line, that will be used for our purposes.”

To what end? A weapon? Ryū's head bows, shaking as the energy continues to rip from her body. She is a living conduit between the mechanism, and the nature energy around them. I...can't let them...!

“Until we are able to better inspect the machine and its capabilities, a time frame is yet out of our reach. You may be here days, you may be here years, until we have the energy we need...” The grin returns. “...the energy to overtake that of the Kyūbi. To create a bijū even more powerful than the tailed beasts of the Ōtsutsuki. With such power at our disposal, there will be no resistance. Any goal...any prize we wish will be but a demand away.”

A hand reaches out, grasping her chin tightly and forcing her gaze to the shadows beneath his hood. “...and it's all thanks to you, little Suigin. You will be the key to creating the world's most powerful beast, at our command. A new world order – mankind brought to heel beneath a single banner. We have much to thank you for.”

The hold releases, and Ryū's neck slackens, body too weary to hold itself up.

“Not to worry – we do not forget our debts. We won't kill you, if it can be helped, once it's all over. After all...” Teeth flash. “We will need a jinchūriki to keep this beast on its leash. And who better than she who birthed it? Less chance for an...unstable reaction. But for now, you'd best get comfortable. We have a long ways to go.”

In the chamber's belly, the orb continues to grow, pulsating like a heartbeat. Lifting her head to gaze at it, Ryū can't help but see it as an egg...one she cannot allow to hatch into the monstrosity they yearn for.

...everyone...I'm...sorry...!

HOLY SMOKES FINALLY. Alec, hun, I’m so sorry this took so long OTL I am horrible. I just...could NOT think of something to write, and then I decided to just...make a wee snippet of that plot I told you about a while back. A bit bare-bones, as I dunno if I’ll ever actually WRITE the whole thing, but...hopefully it’s offering enough =‘D Ryū’s gone and gotten herself into a wee bit of trouble, caused by none other than Teikoku. Let’s see if we can get someone in there to save her =‘D Anyway, I hope this is all right hun - lemme know if you need anything changed! <3

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Sugin Ryū

INFO

Full Name: Suigin Ryū Age: 20-22 (default, varies by verse) Date of Birth: October 15th Ethnicity: Native of Hi no Kuni Orientation: Panromantic / Demisexual Gender: Cisgender Female Residence: Konoha; Kusunokizan Occupation: Regenerative surgeon in Konoha Hospital Kekkei Genkai: White Hands of Healing, River of Vitality Chakra Natures: Yin; Yang; Yin/Yang Blood Type: A- Location associations: Hi no Kuni; Konoha; Kusunokizan Team: N/A Rank: Sage

BIOGRAPHY

Ryū was born in a village in mountainous northeast Hi no Kuni known as Kusunokizan, wherein her clan was based. The clan, with the surname Suigin, had always been focused around medical ninjutsu and defensive barriers: a peaceful clan with no shinobi training. When the village was attacked when Ryū was only four by Iwa rebels, she remained the only survivor, found later by Hi no Kuni ANBU cleaning up the bodies.

Taken to Konoha, she was deemed unfit for adoption due to her kekkei genkai (the village wanting to keep her isolated as a ‘valuable resource’). When it came time to join the Academy, she refused, insisting to be trained solely at the hospital to hone her medical ninjutsu. The council relented, giving her private lessons for the basics in her village-assigned quarters when not training under other medics.

By age twelve, she was certified as a full-fledged medic after completing the necessary exams. Joining the staff full-time, she worked diligently to continue her work and further her training as she was able.

When Tsunade returned to Konoha, the Sannin admitted to recognizing Ryū as the daughter of someone she knew briefly before the girl’s birth. Given a new interest in her roots, Ryū put in a request to revisit her home village, wanting closure about her past. When she arrived, she found the ruins of her village, but also the singular dragon sage, Suigin, that had called the mountains home for centuries, and was the source of her line’s prestige. Desperate to further her training and learn more about her past, she decided to stay in the ruins of her home to receive the training she would have had, had the village never been destroyed…including her sennin state, barriers, and powerful medical ninjutsu.

She remained in Kusunokizan for nearly three years, returning shortly before Naruto when her teacher heard from the other sage, Gamabunta, that great change was coming over the land. Feeling she would be needed, she decided to return to the village to lend aid however she could. With fully-mastered medical ninjutsu and sage arts, she is a force to be reckoned with, comparable to Tsunade with her healing prowess, and capable of mighty defense with her barriers. Though she has no combat training, she can hold off most shinobi with her defensive techniques, never resorting to violence, but able to hold her own nonetheless.

PERSONALITY

Ryū is a rather muted individual, usually presenting as shy, quiet, and polite. She always uses honorifics unless previously asked not to, or if she has a very close, personal relationship where they are not needed. Caring and maternal, she abhors violence and confrontation, playing peacekeeper in volatile situations. She can be stubborn, especially when defending her beliefs and morals. Though she is usually level-headed, certain topics or situations can get a rise out of her temper, which is steely and cold (though it can be more fiery if she is physically confronted, or during other personal circumstances). If a loved one or innocent is threatened, she will not hesitate to face a foe to do what she can to protect them.

APPEARANCE

Ryū has white, wavy hair that falls to her mid-back (she usually wears it up in a high tail with framing locks around her cheeks and a tapered fringe while working - otherwise, it’s worn down), fair skin, and grey eyes. Her body shape is hourglass, with a C-/D chest. She stands at approximately 170 cm. Blood type is A. Birthday is October 15. She usually wears clothes in greyscale colors, with separate sleeves and a coat of her own design, alongside standard dark shirts and pants. A small pack is attached to her right leg, and carries medical supplies. She wears open-toed/open-heeled dark-grey boots that reach just below her knee. After completing her sage training and returning to Konoha, she had a tattoo of her clan crest put on her left shoulder blade, in order to always take a piece of home with her wherever she goes. It's simple black ink, about the size of a deck of playing cards.

STATS

NINJUTSU 5/5

TAIJUTSU 3/5

GENJUTSU 1/5

INTELLIGENCE 3/5

STRENGTH 2/5

SPEED 2/5

STAMINA 2/5

SEALS 3/5

TOTAL 21/40

VERSES

White Hands of Healing

Main canon verse. Leaving Ryū a virtual stranger to any other characters, this verse sees her as a blank slate for interactions and forming new bonds with muses. In this verse she's in the same age group as Itachi by default, but it can be adjusted as necessary. An orphan from the third shinobi war, she's taken back to Konoha and raised there to become a medic to make use of her bloodline. She eventually becomes a top-tier healer and sage after learning under her family's teacher, and otherwise lives out her days in Konoha. She has an optional child in this verse, Reika II, for next gen interactions.

Into the Abyss

Secondary canon verse. When Ryū and Obito have a chance meeting during the timeskip, it leads to a whirlwind romance that - though shallow at first - soon grows in both affection and danger. After the war, Obito survives, and after their share of struggles, they have a family of their own: a son, Reiji. But as happy and loving as the family is, the stigma against Obito remains... Ryū is three years younger than Obito in this verse.

What Remains

Secondary canon verse. Jiraiya, returning after the Kyūbi's rampage, discovers his daughter Ryū in Konoha. Deciding to stay, he takes her in and fulfills his role as Naruto's godfather, raising the pair of them as his own. Ryū later befriends Uchiha Itachi, the pair becoming childhood sweethearts. When Itachi later becomes Hokage as a peace deal with Konoha, the pair decide to get married and have a daughter, Usagi. Ryū is Itachi's age in this verse.

Ryū no Ryokan

Secondary canon verse. Ryū returns to her home village after the fourth war, and with Konoha's help, repairs the village and turns it into a mountain retreat for both wealthy guests and long-term patients from any land. She runs it alongside her master Suigin, finding giving her home new purpose and returning at last. Ryū is 22+ in this verse, but it can be adjusted.

Wild Child

Secondary canon verse. Ryū, the last survivor of Kusunokizan, isn't rescued by Konoha, and instead is raised by the dragon sage Suigin. Practically feral, she lives more as a dragon than a human up in the mountain peaks. Age can vary.

A Life Anew

Secondary canon verse. Ryū is taken from Konoha by her uncle, Ao, wanting to protect her from the world of shinobi. But the pair are later discovered by Jiraiya. Despite their bad blood, the men decide to use their common concern for Ryū to help raise her together outside Konoha. Ryū is Itachi's age in this verse.

A Light Amongst Shadows

Secondary canon verse. In this verse Ryū is the same age as Shisui (headcanoned as eight years older than Naruto). Mostly follows canon up to 699 - Ryū is found by Uchiha Manami, Shisui's mother, and the two children grow up as friends. After his apparent suicide, and later the massacre of the clan, Ryū steps up and helps raise Sasuke. She's lightly involved in other canon matters, and when Shisui is revealed to be alive after the war, they bond again and eventually marry and have a family. But not everyone is happy more Uchiha are alive...

Best Years of Your Life

A modern AU typically revolving around high school or college years. Kept vague for plotting! Age can vary.

Catch 'Em All

Pokémon verse. Ryū, having been raised by Hiruzen (Mr. Fuji) in Lavender Town, helps him take care of orphaned pokémon. But when the threat of Team Rocket looms, he has her take all of them to Fuchsia to be released into the Safari Zone reserve out of their reach. Armed only with her bonded pokémon, a shiny Dratini, she makes the journey alone, eventually becoming part of the staff and helping manage the park and protect its pokémon. Her team eventually consists of her Dragonair, Chansey, Charizard, Kingdra, Gyrados, and Rapidash. Age can vary.

Divine Light

Fantasy verse - based on original lore but can be adapted for more general fantasy threads. Ryū is a Lux el'ven, or light elf: one of the last of her kind after the wars. Able to heal, make barriers, and create portals in time, she wants to help rebuild the world of the el'ven and reforge the Elemental Council of the twelve elements to solidify peace. Age can vary.

Healing Waters and Scorching Flames

Avatar the Last Airbender verse. Ryū is a waterbender from the South Pole, from a small, isolated clan that focuses on healing. Age can vary.

Like Magic

Harry Potter verse. Ryū, a Hufflepuff, dreams of one day being a Healer like her mother was. Age can vary.

To Rule Them All

Royalty / Medieval verse. Ryū is the princess of a matrilineal line in the kingdom of Kusunokizan. A neutral state, there's pressures mounting from neighboring kingdoms to finally choose a side. Age can vary.

Of Monsters and Men

A modern monster verse based on original lore, but can be adapted for other verses. Ryū's default in this verse is a hybrid of snowy owl harpy and succubus, but I've also written her as a siren and a mermaid! Age can vary.

When Dead Walk

Zombie verse. Kept vague for plotting!

(Other verses are available upon request - please IM for more details!)

ABILITIES

Sage Mode (Sennin Mōdo)

Sage mode taught to her by her teacher, Suigin. She has 2 years of training as of the beginning of the Shippuden seasons.

White Hands of Healing (Iyashino Shiroi Te)

Kekkei genkai. Allows for faster, more efficient healing. Chakra can be guided through user’s own keirakukei to heal injuries directly. Has a calming effect, and can be used to sedate/calm patients.

River of Vitality (Katsuryoku no Kawa)

Minor kekkei genkai. While in Sennin Mōdo, can passively gather Nature chakra, though at a slower rate than meditation.

JUTSU

Wall of Defense (Bōei no Kabe) (Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that repels anything physical; not genjutsu or sound.

Wall of Incineration (Shōkyaku no Kabe) (Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that incinerates anything physical with highly-condensed chakra.

Wall of Mirrors (Kagami no Kabe) (Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that reflects light, and renders anything beneath it unseen.

Soul Retrieval (Tamashī no Kaishū) (Sennin jutsu)

User enters the void to retrieve a single soul.

Snare (Shikake-sen) (Sennin jutsu)

Makes nature-based chakra tripwires that can alert her to physical movement. Is affected by distance - the further she is from the set lines, the weaker the signal until it disappears completely.

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