Natsuru sat before a mahogany desk in the study with a virgin paper upon the desk, black pen wielded in her right hand gathering her thoughts. Never thought I'd find myself doing this, but my mind is settled. Natsuru wore her usual attire which was a simple pair of black leggings, lavender socks, and a two-tone white and black shirt. She'd spend a good half hour processing her thoughts and creating what would essentially be an official document containing her resignation from Kumogakure's military and a change of citizenship. She'd write two letters, one for Nariko and the other for Shimiko and Ryuko. After her letters she'd grab a packed suitcase and head off to the Land of Lightning docks. She'd travel together with her parents. It had been too long since she's seen her homeland.
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- To Nariko:
Dear Nariko,
If you are reading this I am long gone by now. Due to my recent involvements with the Shinobi world my parents have grown concern for my well-being. I, too, share their sentiments which is why I am writing this letter. This will by my official resignation from Kumogakure's military and my citizenship from the Land of Lightning. I am traveling with my parents back to the main land. Of course the currency is different, so I have no use for the ryo I have. Inside the penthouse you will see a grand vault. The combination is: 42 - 06 - 90.
Unfortunately, unless you can find a competent engineer the factories will go out of commission. I'm sure you can figure something out with the money I've given you. The factories, the tower, and my blueprints all belong to Kumogakure now. Best of luck to you and this whole ninja business.
Natsuru Out.
- To Shimiko:
It's me again,
Seeing as much as you love to write me letters instead of seeing me, I felt this was a proper 'good-bye.'
Just kidding. But not really.
I have a feeling you read Nariko's letter, but if not, I am resigning from the military and leaving the Land of Lightning for good. I'm moving back to the main land with the folks. Mom and Daddy have grown concerned for my well-being just as much as I've grown concerned with your religious fanaticism. I partially blame myself for not seeing you as often as I could. Ryuko's status and Sakata leaving you must've left a big hole in your heart. It's only natural for people to turn to religion to fill that hole.
There's not much I can offer you, as my armor Ryuko crafted me is invaluable. The Penthouse, however, is under your ownership. There are plenty of goodies inside. I say this because I don't think I've ever seen you up here. Do with it whatever you please.It's not mine anymore.
But on a more serious note I wanted to give you some last second thoughts.
Although we've never seen eye-to-eye I'd like to think we were friends. I teased you a lot when you were younger because I was jealous. I was fascinated by your military life. You were a natural born Shinobi. Almost like a Superhero. You could bend elements and even your own blood. You were hardened from your youth to be an exceptional fighter. I was always just a normal girl. I graduated high school and had to fight tooth and nail to even enroll as an academy student. In the end I just led a normal life. I feel almost useless at times. It just occurred to me that I was never supposed to be a Shinobi.
I'd like to say we had fun together and I don't regret my choices. You and Ryuko are free to visit me. We've moving to Xi'an. My family is well-known there. You should have no trouble finding me. I hope you find peace with your struggles and see me again as the Shimiko I used to know.
Love,
The Prettiest Girl You Know.
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