Ch 110

Two and a half years later...

I'm just going to be straight, nothing has really happened. I can count the events that were more lively than usual, that's how little I have gone outside. 

I didn't need to anyways, all I could ever want was here. If I did need something, someone else could get it. Princess treatment for someone who is being watched every moment of the day. 

My fighting skills have improved, but they were not my main focus. When is it ever? I put all my time into my seals, making them was my top priority if I wanted to survive. 

Orochimaru, while mostly lenient in my stay, still wasn't anyone who was into charity. I had to make my uses known, and my life even more precious. 

The environment wasn't ideal, but when was I ever allowed to let my guard down in the last few years. 

Especially since Sasuke came, that brat is like the bane of my existence. 

Not like I'm any better. 

It doesn't matter if I'm older, I will be petty if you are rude. Especially to my face. Anytime Sasuke is rude, I just ignore him. I allow the stereotypical 'hm' response, but only for specific answers. Anything less, and I'm going to walk away. 

Back to the main plot, I know things are going down soon. It's been tense as of late, for the reason, no idea. But I have been counting my days. Over two years under this roof again, I might as well call this place my home. 

Sad as it is. 

Walking through the halls, I noticed out unusually quiet it was. How peculiar. I pass by Kabuto's room. Halting in my stroke, I consider my next move. 

I did have something to say, but I wasn't sure if this was the right moment. I could hear Kabuto from the inside of his room, but the moment I stopped, he did as well. 

Better to do it now then. I knock once, waiting a few seconds before I open and close his door. 

"Kabuto," I said his name to tell him who I was. 

"Ishi," he responded in kind. 

Our relationship hasn't gotten any better, but I would say we aren't at each other's throats anymore. There's like a mutual respect somewhere round, more so on his part. 

"When are you going to meet with Sasori?" 

No chit chat, just straight to the point. I have gotten a bit more blunt, makes the better reactions from others. 

Kabuto froze, but then relaxed. He got used to it, I have been saying things I shouldn't know lately. Must be getting too comfortable, how crazy is that? 

"Will you be doing anything I won't like?" 

He didn't move from where he was and didn't sound nervous while speaking. Didn't even question how I knew. His back was to me, but I didn't get too close. If desperate, even a pet will fight against his owner. 

"I won't, I'm just making a timeline. Things will get shaken up soon." 

I cross my arms, leaning against the door as I look away in thought. I'll probably have to pack my things soon, sheesh. Kabuto was at his desk, writing something down that I didn't care to find out. 

While he did resume his actions after I told him I wasn't going to do anything, I don't believe he will trust me necessarily. But he doesn't take them into consideration. 

"And how do you know that?" 

Light mocking on his part, but a question nonetheless. That's fine, two can play that game. 

"And how do I know you're a spy?" 

Light mocking won't hurt anyone, especially since he should think before he speaks. 

This time, Kabuto stopped what he was doing completely and turned to face me. I could see the eyebags under his eyes from how tired and stressed he was. Not like it was anything different than what I see in the mirror. 

"Few days." 

Good, an answer to my original question, but too broad for me. I raise my judgmental eyebrows at him, unimpressed by this whole display. 

"Three days to be exact." 

I came at the right time it seemed. I need to hurry up on my preparations, can't have a minute wasted. 

"Gotcha, and get some sleep while you're at it." 

I left the room at my last words before I could gouge his reaction. I don't need it. I walked back to my room, taking the shortest way there so I could save some time. 

I will not rush while here, that will get me unwanted attention. All our rooms are spaced out, none of us need or want to see each other more than we have to. 

I already have to live with all these damn men, I don't need to sleep beside them. I need more girl friends, I swear. 

Opening the door to my room, I see an unwanted face sitting on my bed. 

"It would be more polite to stand outside waiting for me, even more if you don't sit on my bed. I can see the sweat rolling off you." 

Sasuke must've just gotten back from training with Orochimaru, no wonder it was so quiet. But him being here, he wants that again. 

"You know what I want." 

Yes I do, but if he seriously thinks I will give into his demands without him actually asking, he must be crazy. 

I pretend he doesn't exist, going around him and laying down on my bed like I was going to take a nap. He knows what I'm after. Give in, I won't help you otherwise. 

"Can you get me what I want, please." 

His voice is soft but laced with annoyance, no longer in a demanding voice but still asking. He's like a child. Defiant words while doing what I want. 

You asked and even said the magic words, but he never specified what he wanted. How smart on his part, if I was any more petty, I would ignore him again and leave the room. 

But then he would probably go through my stuff, who knows. 

"Alright, good enough." 

Anything to get him out. He only comes to me if he wants something, whether it be an object or a spar. I go to my scrolls and get a specific seal before gently throwing it at him. 

What I gave him was a simple seal, but very useful for the both of us. It's like a cooling pack, but water ninjutsu. 

I made this in case someone gets a heat stroke. I made many things, useful and unless alike. Some I'll use, others I won't ever need. 

Other than coming back from fighting many people, he must've also used his sharingan. This will cool him down, and will also help his eyes. 

Orochimaru is the one who is most knowledgeable on it, at least to Sasuke. So him straining it has been a common occurrence as of late. 

I did give a pointer once, and while he did take it, it did it with attitude. So I only make my words come to light if it's actually annoying the crap out of me. 

This is the least I could do to help him. 

A/n From the way I'm trying to write Ishi's thoughts are very snappy and annoyed, and i made it very obvious. She had to be on guard continuously and live in the same places as Orochimaru, Kabuto and Sasuke. Tell me, who wouldn't be annoying having to deal with them. But still, sometimes some parts of her kind nature escape. Can't completely suppress that, try as you might. Also new Lady Gaga song is great! Enjoy