Destroy the World | Book 3 of AVOOCU

Chapter 1: Hero's Comeback!

[Chapter 1: Hero's Comeback!]

Standing in front of the mirror, I couldn't help myself from swaying around, giddily checking all angles of my outfit. With my hair up in a partial bun, I wore a durable white sleeveless turtleneck along with a haori loosely around my arms.

Flickering my eyes down, I noted that I had dark grey skinny pants that trailed down to my white zori sandals. I placed a hand over my dark blue headband that was tied loosely around my neck, glancing at my reflection once more. My brows furrowed in slight disdain. "It doesn't feel right..." I mumbled, leaning closer to it with a small head tilt.

Oh! I suddenly thought, pushing back a hair strand. I know what!

Turning away from the mirror, I swiftly made my way to my bedroom— fumbling my fingers through all my stuff. Pushing away the scroll that Kugui gave me, my eyes widened at the familiar sight of a chest. Taking it to my hands, I walked back to my bathroom, opening it just after placing it on the sink cabinet.

It only took a few minutes of adjusting the accessory to my bun but when I finished— I couldn't help but smile. The bira kanzashi glistened against the bathroom light, its little poppy charm on top standing out from my rather blue color palette. Unfortunately, I had to take off the charms, no matter how cute they were, just so I could wear it anytime. That's better! I giggled, interlocking my fingers together.

Clicking the light switch off, I skipped myself out of the small room. Humming softly to myself, I only halted when Kugui's scroll entered my view once more. Should... should I bring it with me? I contemplated, placing a hand over my mouth. Well, it doesn't hurt. I concluded, grabbing the small scroll and shoving it into my pockets. I'm surprised she's able to make something like this in such a small packet. I thought mindlessly, turning my heel for the door.

Briskly grabbing the doorknob, I pushed the door to treat my eyes to the bright blue sky. A hum rumbled out of my throat, relishing the gentle gusts of wind that pushed against my hair.

"Ah," I vaguely remembered just one thing. With a hand holding the side of the door, my head tilted back to my apartment.

Despite all of its decorations, it was still... empty. But— I couldn't help but feel a sort of comfort to it. Because, well—

I knew it wouldn't be so empty soon.

"I'm going now, Shisui," I spoke quietly, not expecting a reply back. And yet, I knew that if he was still here, he'd wave me off with a smile. My lips quirked up at that cheery thought, my feet pushing me off to the next chapter of my life.

:)

The instant they stepped into the village, I sensed them. "They're here!" I exclaimed brightly, clapping my hands together in excitement. We were running out of content here!

"Are they?" Hands signed in front of me, prompting me to look up at my side to narrowed, red eyes. Shiori leaned against the tree we sat near, leaves shading his complexion.

"Mhm!" I grinned, glancing away. "Hey, do you think you can set up a meeting for us, Team 7 I mean, and Sasuke? You can ask Orochinchin, right?"

I heard a small huff, indicating the person's exasperation. "While I can, I doubt it will reach the results you wish."

Ah. I pouted, my cheeks puffing up. "Damn." Pushing myself up from my seat, I patted down any dirt off of my attire, glancing down on the ninja. "Welp— gonna go scare Naruto now. Make sure to pray for me if I get punted by a fox claw."

"Are you talking about murder—"

Placing a sideways peace-sign, just under my chest, I gave them one last smile before body-flickering away.