Naruto Fan Fiction ❯ Demons of No Hope ❯ Freed into a new cage ( Chapter 3 )

Demons of No Hope

-Freed into a new Cage

-Last time

I hear the whole thing. I feel elated that they would call me friend, and crushed when they don't respond to further questioning. I should know better to never let my hopes up, but I guess that is my own demise. I continue to cry. And I don't know why. If it's because I am lonely, cold, sad, angry, bitter, or crushed. I just cry.

 

Continuing-

I sigh and watch the moon rise over the trees. I can feel the fox move within me sadly. He is just as caged as I. Someday I hope we can both run free. I close my eyes in concentration and allow another small sliver of his power slide into my chakra stream. If I can fully channel him, then we can both be free. Meaning if I can get him into my bloodstream, when I die, he dies too. But it will be a little more time before I can accomplish that. I allow another small sliver to slip away into my chakra. I can only do this a little at a time, one, because the sensei's would notice, and two, the pain is immeasurable. I shudder and feel a cold sweat break out on my skin. I cannot do this much longer but know I must to end both our grief. I watch the moon rise. Maybe tomorrow I can handle three slivers of his power…

 

Tomorrow has a bright sun, belying how I feel. I sit up and sulk in the corner. Today everyone gets to see their new sensei and train out on the field. I know I shouldn't be jealous but…it's not fair. Why should I be treated any different from the rest of them? I am angry and I feel tears well up again. I hate being this way. I hate feeling sorry for myself because of the way they treat me. I just have to believe that they'll let me go…

 

Sakura and Sasuke approach the classroom where they would receive their new sensei.

 

“I wonder who it is.” Sakura admonished. -I hope it's not that Kakashi jerk.-

 

Sasuke frowned, “I wonder if they would allow Naruto to participate…”

 

Sakura looked at him, “Why?”

 

Sasuke frowned, “it's not like he gets the same treatment we do.” He snapped.

 

Sakura frowned, “oh come on Sasuke. There are reasons why…” she trailed off and looked away.

 

Sasuke frowned, “what reasons?”

 

Sakura gulped, “We are forbidden to talk about…” she shook her head and ran into the classroom.

 

Sasuke blinked, `what are they hiding? And why is Naruto seem to be the heart of it?'

 

I am allowed to walk the dorm hall. I guess even caged beasts need their exercise. I sigh and disappear into the gym. I guess I'll go do my morning workout. No one will be here. They are all eagerly awaiting their new genin status…and their sensei's. I begin my harsh workout. I am frustrated. I am angry. I am sullen. I want to scream. I want to howl. I want to beat my fists into the floor with anger and hurt. Why do I have to be treated this way? What have I done to deserve this? I am fast in my punishing layout. I do not have the time for relapse. If I do, then I'll feel sorry for myself and that is not allowed. I am merely their tool to use whenever, to be shunned in public eye, but first in line to protect the sensei.

 

Sasuke froze upon passing the gym. His eyes widened. `what…is he….'

 

“I see you found him in his exercise.” Kakashi said.

 

Sasuke turned, “why does he push so hard?”

 

“No one knows.” Kakashi replied. “He can be the best of the ninja, become Hokage but I haven't figured out why they hide him…”

 

“You can't be here!” a sensei appeared and quickly scooted them down the hall.

 

I peer out of the doorway, and then look away. I shouldn't subject them to my torment. I turn and continue my workout.

 

Sasuke yanked himself out of the grip of the sensei, “what is with him? Why is he getting special treatment?” he asked.

 

Sensei gulped, he averted his eyes. “I cannot…tell…it is forbidden…” he ran off.

 

Kakashi shrugged, “See, this is my problem. I tried asking the kids and they all run off.”

 

Sasuke frowned, “So we ask him.”

 

I come out into the hall and begin walking. Why do I continue to put up with their dribble? Why can't I kill them and live in peace?

 

“Can we ask you-?” Sasuke started.

 

“I am sorry, but…I cannot talk to you or anyone.” I keep my eyes averted. “I am a subservient, I wish I could but then that would wake up years of dormant terror…it is better if you leave me alone.” I continue walking.

 

Sasuke and Kakashi frown after him.

 

“do you get the feeling the town is hiding something?” Sasuke asks quietly.

 

“or someone.” Kakashi says equally quiet.

 

Sakura comes over, “Come on, Sasuke, they're about to begin.”

 

“What's the deal behind Naruto?” Kakashi asks.

 

Sakura frowns, “can't you ask the third Hokage? I'm sure he would tell you.” She averts her eyes. “And it's not that I don't want to, I can't.” she took Sasuke's arm and dragged him into class.

 

Kakashi frowned.

 

I watch from around the corner. I can't bear it if they find out. But then, why shouldn't they? It's not like I matter. I quickly disperse back to my room and sit in the corner by the high window. I sigh and try to reign in my anger again. Doing those drills isn't helping anymore, keeping me in here is giving me more energy than ever…

 

The sun has set and it's night again. I stand to observe the stars. It keeps me some small comfort to know that they shine on me too. I blink and spy Kakashi and Sasuke heading for me. Judging by their chakra, I say they found out.

 

“Are you serious? He harbors a demon?” Sasuke whispered hoarsely.

 

Kakashi nodded, “he was also reluctant on telling me why they hide him. It can't just be that. I mean Gaara is allowed to walk…”

 

They both freeze upon seeing me watching them through my bars. I sit on the small sill. I cock my head, “what do you want to know?” I ask quietly.

 

“What else do they hide?” Kakashi demanded.

 

“Are you seriously harboring the fox demon?” Sasuke asked.

 

I allow the demon to look out through my eyes; my eyes change shape and color to match those of a demon red, with slits for pupils. “Yes. And they hide the fact that they used an orphan abandoned to be the host. You shouldn't be here.” I turn away and hop down into the darkness of my room, “no one is allowed near. I am naught but a leech that they can't get rid of, so they keep me here so I can be controlled. I am sorry you had to find out…this Gaara…he harbors the sand demon…if you see him, can you tell him I said hi? I don't want to be a bother but also tell him that he is not alone…there is…another…the other is close by…there are four of us total…” I fall silent.

 

Sasuke's eyes widen, `he knows of me?' he smiles faintly, “alright, Naruto. I will deliver your messages.”

 

Kakashi is furious. They would use a boy strange to these parts to harbor their demon, and then hide him in shame?

 

I laugh quietly, I can tell what they are thinking, “it's okay, just…write, write and tell me how you are doing…tell me the sights you see.” I allow a sliver of the demon into my chakra stream. Then allow another. And another. I sense a sensei coming trying to figure out why my chakra is flickering. I laugh quietly, enjoying the few moments of pain that I have. I savor the taste of my own blood on my tongue as I bite my lip to keep the howl of anguish from escaping. I stand and look out at them. They represent freedom. I represent the trapped. The caged. I can't stand it if someone is locked with me…but I want someone to talk to…to cry into…

 

And I hear voices, one that says that I may travel with him…the other agrees quietly. I smile into the darkness. I am happy, I am free, at least from this town.