Thread: [Sugo & Razz]

xxxxxxxxxxxTEST xxxxx ooc I decided to say that Asuma is still alive. Hope that's not a big deal! Ino! Wake up! A hushed, raspy voice from overhead called down to her, the hand on her shoulder shaking her roughly until, finally, she began to stir. Groaning, she squinted and blinked until her vision had cleared up enough for her to see whoever it was that was calling down to her. And it was the last person she had expected to see all the way out here. N.. Naruto? The girl mumbled, momentary confusion coming over her as she took in his appearance. He was a little pale, blood smeared across his cheek, and presumably he had other wounds beneath his clothing considering she could vaguely remember seeing him fighting Kisame. But that was before she blacked out, and there really was no telling how long ago that was. Regardless, she doubted Naruto had killed Kisame. That guy was a monster, and even with the nine tails, Naruto couldn't kill him. Shrugging all that aside, though, Ino let out a relieved sigh and quickly sat upright to lock her arms around Naruto's neck, pulling the surprised boy into a tight hug. It's so good to see a familiar face! She blurted, biting back tears as her body shuttered. The past few weeks alone had been rough, and she never thought she'd get to see any of her friends again. Especially after that encounter with the ANBU earlier. Speaking of the ANBU.. she shuttered when, suddenly, she recalled what Itachi had done to the one she had been fighting. She could still smell the poor guy's charred remains, and it made her queasy Naruto flushed a little, not sure what to do when Ino suddenly hugged him. After a short moment, though, he smiled at her obvious relief and hugged her back. C'mon, then. Let's go back home, then you can see Sakura-chan, and Shikamaru, and Choji.. even Asuma-senei! They've all been worried sick about you, you know? As the boy spoke he got to his feet, pulling Ino along with him. She faltered at his words, though, frowning up at him as she drew back and shook her head lightly. Naruto, you're such an idiot.. Her words were soft, sad, even. you of all people should know that I can't go back. Not yet. And maybe not ever, after today. Naruto, however, didn't understand. He gave her a light glare, his brow narrowed in confusion as he held his hands out in an expressive manner. Why? Because you want to save Sasuke..? Believe me, I get it. You love him but, Ino is that any reason to leave Konoha and join up with the Akatasuki!? Naruto's question left Ino's head spinning. What was he talking about..? Was that what everyone back home believed? Or maybe it was just dumb luck. She had defended Itachi earlier, after all, when she had clearly had the chance to flee so she couldn't blame them for thinking she had joined the Akatsuki. Regardless, she made the split decision to go with it. If the entire village thought she had joined the most powerful criminal organization, maybe they'd think twice about hounding her so brutally? Technically, she would be more wanted than before. She would probably never be welcomed back home, and that was a pretty tough pill to swallow, but she had hopes that this could all be cleared up. They would be looking for her within the Akatsuki, not alone, like she fully intended to be. Okay so maybe it wasn't the kind of decision Shikamaru would make, but she was going with what she had. It's true, Naruto. I love Sasuke, so much so that I've decided to join the Akatsuki to find him. She lied blatantly, putting on the best act she had ever managed to pull off. It was all a lie, though. She knew now that what she felt for Sasuke wasn't love, and she had zero intent on joining the Aktasuki. But Naruto was soaking it all up, and that was what mattered. As long as he relayed all of this back to the village and everyone else believed it, too, then that would be what mattered. But, Ino what about your family, and all of your friends, huh?! Naruto growled, stepping forward to grab Ino by the scruff of her short purple crop top and pulling her in so their faces were mere inches apart. Blue eyes clashed, Ino holding that stern expression and Naruto's own expression becoming fierce. You claim to love Sasuke, but why go so far when he's not once returned those feelings? You think he'll love you if you go after him? Is that it?! Naruto snarled, tightening his hold on Ino, but she didn't respond. Instead, she lifted her hands and swiftly preformed a few well-practiced hand seals. Naruto realized what she was doing too late, and in seconds, the mind transfer was complete. Her own body lay limp on the beach, while she now controlled Naruto. She knew Kisame was still after him. If she could just get his body closer to Konoha, then-- There you are , A cackling voice rang out from the treeline, and out came Kisame. Crap, Ino thought anxiously to herself. If Kisame created that weird water sphere again, her body would be helpless and she'd drown. Likewise, if Kisame killed Naruto, she would die, too. But if she released her hold on Naruto he'd just charge head-long at Kisame and get himself killed in a fight! Her only option was to flee and hope her body was alright while she took Naruto to safety. Assuming she could outrun Kisame. Still, she had to try, and try she did. Turning, she dove into the forest and, without looking back, took off. Hopefully she'd run into some ANBU, so she could release Naruto's body and hope they were smart enough to get Naruto away from the Akatsuki... xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx