Jerachi looked up at Shones, confused. “Why did I become a Pokeémon like this?” “You are the one who cares deep within your heart the most.” Shones replied, “Making you the protector of the Black Roses!” Jerachi proudly smiled. Justin and Jaysein clapped with joy.
Justin and Jaysein looked at each other and smiled. They began walking, hand in hand, around the room. Then, the two of them lovingly kissed and went their separate ways. That night was peaceful for the two. They loved each other and were willing to risk anything to be together.
Mironus stood outside the dojo where a drunken Monsoon lay unconscious, of course. “My, my! What an idiot.” Mironus took a handheld device out of her pocket. “Calling Kakashi, come in Kakashi.” he spoke softly in the device. “Yeah. What do you want?” Kakashi answered, “I’m kinda busy right now.” “Reading your book, again?” “What’s so important?” Kakashi sounded annoyed. “The guard’s down. Now what do you want me to do?” “You didn’t kill him did you?” “No. Let’s just say he drowned himself in beer.” “Oh man! Just to think I trained that guy.” Kakashi sounded let down, “Well, you could start by sneaking into the main hut...bsssh…in Black Pyro’s room.” Mironus looked confused. “Hello. Kakashi! What was that lasted part?” There was no respond, just static.
Inuyasha looked around at the woods. Something had caught his attention earlier. He sniffed the air to get a better scent. A shadow jump through the trees. Inuyasha followed it closely. The shadow seemed to be human. “Who are you and why are you here?” Inuyasha thought to himself. The figure disappeared from sight. “Damn it!” Inuyasha cursed, “Should’ve stayed focused.”
Kakashi looked back. Someone was coming, through the trees. He looked at the device in his hand. “Huh, I wonder if this has anything to do with the disconnection.” he said to himself. Someone burst through the trees. “Itachi.” Kakashi braced himself. Itachi struck from behind. Kakashi stood his ground. Then, struck the surprised Itachi.
“Very good.” Itachi said, out of breath. “What are you doing here?” Kakashi wondered aloud. “Same reason you are. To see the “mighty” Shones.” Itachi replied, “I want to see if she really is as powerful as everybody says she is.” Kakashi lowered his kunai knife. Itachi chuckled. “I’m not after you and I don’t intend to hurt you. Unless, you fight back.” “Very well. We’ll go together but, if she really is that strong we’ll have to turn back.” Kakashi knew Itachi would have to turn back alone.
They shook hands and moved on. But what they didn’t know was that they were being followed, followed by an evil so strong it couldn’t be human. It had overheard them talking about Shones. “Ha hah. What idiots these two are. They’re leading me to Shones. Finally, I’ll get my revenge on you, Shones.” it laughed an evil laugh and continued on his ghostly path towards Shones’ base.
“Kakashi. Come in, Kakashi! Where are you?” Mironus sat down behind one of the pillars. “I wonder what happened?” he thought. The moon was bright and the stars flickered. The dark sky seemed like a blanket speckled with bright lights. Mironus looked up at the night sky. He smiled and lost himself in the sight. “It’s beautiful ain’t it.” Mironus jumped. “Heh heh heh. Scared you, didn’t I?” Sasuke looked down at the shocked guy. “Who are you anyway? I’ve never seen you here before.” Mironus stood up.
“I’m Mironus. Kakashi sent me. I’m supposed to be…” Sasuke grabbed him and punched him. “Oh, hi Sasuke. Didn’t know you had a new friend. Or is he an enemy?.” Keshma walked by and laughed. “Why did you do that?” Mironus asked breathlessly. “Shhh. No one should know you’re here. If Shones found out that there was a spy around. Well, you get the picture.” Sasuke replied, “Now what did you say about Kakashi?” Mironus looked stunned. “I was supposed to check Shones out for him.” “I wonder what Keshma was up to at this time of night.” Sasuke wondered out loud. “Are you even listening to me?” Mironus asked. Sasuke shrugged and walked off.
Gaara watched Sasuke walk away from one of the dojos. “Wonder what he’s up to?” Gaara wondered. He saw Sasuke’s weird light that was supposed to be a warning signal. “Someone must be in there.” Gaara sprinted toward the dojo. He stopped behind a pillar and looked in the direction of the dojo. There stood a young dark guy with short black hair. He resembled Sheik. His face half covered and the sword on his back were both dark purple. The guy’s clothes were dark blue with purple and black stripes.
Gaara leaned closer and fell over with a thud. “Who’s there?” the guy looked stunned, “You people seem to like to sneak up on me!” Gaara showed himself. “I want to know who you are?” he moved closer. “I’m Mironus.” Gaara slid to the side. Rock Lee smashed into the ground in front of him. “I received a signal from Sasuke. What seems to be the matter?” Rock Lee stood up. Mironus looked at Rock Lee and sighed, “This is getting old.”
Kakashi and Itachi continued their search unaware of the evil that had been following them. The sun was rising on the horizon. The two ninja kept each other alert. “This should do for now.” Itachi said pointing to a small cave, “We should get a little rest just incase.” The cave was lit by two torches on either side of the wall. “Strange. This was never here before.” Kakashi stated. “What are you talking about?” Itachi asked.
“I used to travel on this road everyday. This cave was never here. Until, Shones arrived.” Kakashi had a strange look on his face, “She must’ve made this cave. But how did she make it in less than a week?” Itachi looked interested, “Are you saying she has powers that are not of this world? Or are you saying she is strong?” “To be honest, I don’t know.” A rat ran past the ninjas’ feet. It smelled of blood and soot.
Kakashi picked up the squirming rat. He sniffed it and dropped it to the floor. The rat landed on its feet and ran away. “Just as I thought, a lava rat.” Itachi glared at Kakashi, “What’s that supposed to mean?” “This isn’t a cave, it’s the base of a volcano. But it hasn’t been active for awhile.” Itachi stared down the long corridor. “I think we should go down there. I have a feeling we’ll find out more about Shones if we do.” Itachi turned to Kakashi, “We could find something interesting.”
Shones looked outside at the horizon. Challow lay on the bed behind her, still asleep. She looked back at him and smiled. Then, she slid the door open and walked out to the path that led to the dojo. Her red shirt and black pants were a little loose and blew slightly in the wind. The dojo was right in front of her. Shones could see a strange man walking with Gaara, Rock Lee, and Sasuke.