Not Goodbye

The arrangements were made and all their stuff was packed. Yoshinori had already headed to the gate to give Junko and Akabayashi some alone time. The doctor would run his fingers through her hair and give her a kiss goodbye now. Over the time they have shared he noticed she was not fond of public displays of affection. "Are you ready my love?" He would ask clasping her hand and his things before he began to teleport to his paths which were waiting at the gate along with Yoshinori.

In a flash they were now relocated to the gate. Using the kunai the paths held as his guide for transportation. He would let go of her hand as they arrived before her gate guards. Though they were no longer in physical contact with one another he remained near her, until the last member of their entourage arrived. Akabayashi knew very little of her besides her being one of Junko's clones like Kiko was. He almost dreaded bringing the clone as she was likely a reminder of what he would be leaving behind in Tsuki, but this was his love's wish a way to stay connected over a long distance. It was worth the potential heartache Jun could cause.

For the past few days, Junko remained by his side and assisted him in packing whatever belongings he planned on taking with him. Before leaving their home, he’d offer her a kiss which she happily reciprocated, and nodded when he asked if she was ready. Though she knew she’d never be truly to see him go, his trip back to Kiri was necessary. If he allowed, she’d kiss him quickly once more before taking his hand and teleporting with him to the gate. Upon arrival, she’d greet Yoshinori before briefly looking around for Jun.

It wouldn’t take long for the green-haired clone, along with Nariko to join the small group that has now formed at the gate. With a smile, Junko would leave Akabayashi’s side and embrace Jun tightly for a few moments. A quick greeting was exchanged before she turned back to him and began introductions. Admittedly she was a bit nervous about sending Jun with him. She wasn’t the best diplomat and certainly wasn’t the most reliable worker, but Junko hoped this would be a good thing for her.

”My dear this is Jun. Jun, this is Akabayashi and Yoshinori. I know you don’t know each other, but I’m sure you’ll get along swimmingly”

In all honesty, she wasn’t sure if the two of them were going to get along. Jun was pretty airheaded, and flighty when it came to most obligations. Junko was sure her dear clone wouldn’t make the best impression, and she hoped Akabyashi could simply ignore her. The brief thought of him liking Jun better crossed her mind for a moment, but she assumed that to be highly unlikely. Junko would listen to wherever exchange was going on, cherishing their limited time together, though she knew they would be leaving very soon.

WC: 301

The past few months have flown by quite quickly and Jun had been having the time of her life. Where Kiko often found herself swapped with duties, Jun instead chose to detach herself a bit from the village. She primarily spent her time working at Darkside, day drinking, and simply wandering around the village. Most times she could be found taking a dip in one of the various rivers that flowed through the village or sunbathing on the balcony attached to Darkside. Soon that would all change. Junko had discussed her visiting their newly allied village of Kirigakure, and at first, she found the offer exciting.

Before thinking things over she immediately agreed, alleviating Kiko from the responsibility of doing so. However, as the idea set in, she admittedly became nervous. Junko had allowed her to indulge her wishes and whims without interfering and she feared that those days were now far behind her. Would she be given duties to attend to, or was she going to be allowed to do as she pleased? She knew Junko wanted her on her best behavior, she’d be representing the village after all. As the days passed, these thoughts continued to swirl through her mind but still, she felt optimistic about the adventure.

Soon departure day would arrive, and after receiving a telepathic message from Junko, Jun would collect her belongings and leave Daiki’s home. A bit of her felt heartbroken, she really didn’t get the chance to say goodbye to him since both of them had been pretty busy with their independent lives. At this point, they were less like a couple, and more like roommates who were occasionally affectionate towards each other. She still felt conflicted about their whole situation, but she wished him the best regardless.

On her way to the gates, she met up with Nariko who helped her carry her belongings. Though the woman was from the same clan as Takeshiyama, she was far colder and more distant than her dear friend. Soon they’d arrive at the gates and Jun allowed Junko to embrace her tightly. After they greeted each other, Junko pulled away from her and introduced her to Akabayshi, along with his bodyguard.

With an excited smile, Jun would offer the Mizukage a bow before speaking up sweetly. Though her voice was melodic like Junko’s hers was a slightly higher pitch and she spoke a bit more excitedly.

”It’s a pleasure to meet you Akabayashi! I mean.. Er Lord Mizukage?”

She assumed that calling him by his name was fine but wasn’t completely sure. He was dating her creator, so she figured they were on a first-name basis. Looking him over, she understood why Junko was so smitten with the man. He was quite handsome and had a bit of a dangerous aura about him. She’d listen if he responded but would speak up if he didn’t.

”I’m excited to see Kiri! Junko says it always rains there, is that true?”

Admittedly she was used to the cloudless skies and warm sun that Tsukigakure often had so she was a bit sad to hear about the gloomy weather. Waiting patiently, she’d listen to his response with a sweet smile on her face.

WC: 542

Akabayashi would extend his hand upon the greeting and once their palms connected he would shake it. "Nice, to finally meet the last of the triplets." He would say completely aware Jun was a clone. Whatever the case he did not want to come off as overly intimidating to the poor girl. She would see plenty of his more threatening nature in Kiri. As she spoke he would let her know she need not refer to him by his title. "No need to address me by my title, Jun." He almost added in the ko, given the similar name, look, and almost everything.

"Yes, our storm barrier keeps the rain going. There is almost never a sunny day unless someone breaks it." At least that was the only sunlight he got to see, it was between him destroying the storm barrier and repairing it. "If you want some sun though, I can take you to other places to relax." He would wait for Jun to respond he knew he would at a minimum have to stay on the girl's good side lest she tell her mother and get him into trouble.  

Yoshinori tapped Akabayashi on the shoulder to say his final goodbyes. The paths were waiting nearby ready to touch their creators shoulder for the jump to Kiri. Even though Junko hated his displays of affection he still wanted to kiss her once more before leaving, he however would hold himself back. "I will return soon princess." He would wait for Junko and Jun to finish their final goodbyes before he would take Jun's hand and Yoshinori's, with the paths touching his shoulders and teleport them all to the edge of the interdiction seals barrier of Tsuki step out of the barrier and then teleport them all to the gates of Kiri.

Exit to Kiri gates using FTG, bringing my bodyguard, 2 paths, and Jun.

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Exit to Kiri gates using FTG, bringing my bodyguard, 2 paths, and Jun.

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Junko listened as they spoke, though soon it was time for him to go. He mentioned that he would soon return, though didn’t make any motion to show her any affection. She recalled him believing she didn’t like public displays of affection, which was completely untrue so she moved to embrace him instead. If he allowed, Junko would hug him once more and offer him a quick kiss on the cheek before pulling away.

”Remember, I’ll come hunt you down if you don’t”

Her attention would then shift to Jun as the two of them began to exchange their goodbyes. Admittedly she was nervous about her clone leaving, but it was far too late to back out of the decision now.

Soon their conversation came to a close, and it was time for them to leave. Taking a few steps back, Junko would give them a quick wave along with a solemn smile as they blinked out of view. A disappointed sigh escaped her lips as she stood there motionless and thought for a moment. She wished more than anything he’d return to her in an instant, though she knew he wouldn’t return for some time. After a few moments, Nariko would offer her a reassuring pat on the head and request that they return back to the Kage Tower. Junko nodded and quietly followed behind her bodyguard while she continued to worry about the future.

(EXIT)

WC: 239
Total WC: 540

1875/1875 Mystical Aura previous training here
dropping remaining WC

She was relieved to hear she didn’t need to worry about formalities with him, she was horrible at maintaining them. Though her smile faded slightly as he confirmed her fears about the weather. Gone were her beautiful sunny days, now the skies above her were going to be filled with gloom and rain. Admittedly she already wasn’t a fan of the place, but she was excited to see something other than Tsukigakure. Maybe it would make her appreciate her home more, or she’d find that she didn’t mind the rain, only time would tell.

Soon it was time to go, and after a brief goodbye she’d take Akabayahi’s hand and the two of them would be zipped off to the borders. While there, she’d follow him and then teleport with him to Kirigakure.

(EXIT)

WC: 133
Total WC: 675

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Exiting Tsukigakure
reserving WC for later

Junko Tsukiko wrote:Junko listened as they spoke, though soon it was time for him to go. He mentioned that he would soon return, though didn’t make any motion to show her any affection. She recalled him believing she didn’t like public displays of affection, which was completely untrue so she moved to embrace him instead. If he allowed, Junko would hug him once more and offer him a quick kiss on the cheek before pulling away.

”Remember, I’ll come hunt you down if you don’t”

Her attention would then shift to Jun as the two of them began to exchange their goodbyes. Admittedly she was nervous about her clone leaving, but it was far too late to back out of the decision now.

Soon their conversation came to a close, and it was time for them to leave. Taking a few steps back, Junko would give them a quick wave along with a solemn smile as they blinked out of view. A disappointed sigh escaped her lips as she stood there motionless and thought for a moment. She wished more than anything he’d return to her in an instant, though she knew he wouldn’t return for some time. After a few moments, Nariko would offer her a reassuring pat on the head and request that they return back to the Kage Tower. Junko nodded and quietly followed behind her bodyguard while she continued to worry about the future.

(EXIT)

WC: 239
Total WC: 540

1875/1875 Mystical Aura previous training here
dropping remaining WC

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675/1875 Potential Unlocked A Rank

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