The Treaty Complete...(Exitting)

[::Himiko::]

((After i post, Talo will post as Kenrai, then Masa/Ren can post as the anbu who leads us the Kage tower.))

Himiko and Kenrai were now being lead to the Hidden Village of snow. She only knew of stories, conflicts and quarrels between Snow and Cloud, but has had no experience beyond that. Books were limited in describing what a place truly appears as....

Himiko and Kenrai Continued to be lead by an Anbu operative to their village. The sound of snow crunching before each individual seemed to be heighten even more then before. Tension was thick in the Atmosphere as the group walked away from the Icy Entrance into toward a very humble town in the distance.

Himiko would not speak a word as she allowed her guard to remain up and her mind focus on her mission. Peace would not come until the treaty was signed, so being at ease so soon would be foolish.
The crunching sound continued to ring in the ears of Himiko as the group would finally enter the village.

The Anbu lead the way as the two entered the village in silence.
This void....this void echoed in the air as the two entered the village now. Snow began to fall as the duo walked through the village...adding the the silence as the falling snow muffled the sounds of the village. Woman and children ran into their homes as the group walked through the town. A tribute to the ancient aggressions that were held between the two rivaling Nations.

Men and young adults stood a firm ground in front of each home and business as the once bustling city soon feel quite with the falling snow. It was as if the people were preparing for the worst. It was as if they new a fight would ensue. Himiko's cloud head band was nothing more then a looming sign that could ensite war all over again...

"I must do what is right"
Said Himiko to herself.
"I must end this tension and bring peace to the people..."
She continued.
"I pray i begin this change...."
She prayed....

{{Omg.....that felt so good to right XD. Its been so long}}

[//Talo//]

Kenrai's pace was unaffected by the heavy layer of snow, the man's large size moving with ease. As he followed both the ANBU and young Himiko, his ever alert eyes would begin to observe all potential threats. Even if the two were not in danger according to the Snow Black ops, the citizens born with a hatred for Kenrai's people might prove a different threat all together. As they trudged onward, moving down the freshly coated slope, the sight of a congregation of villagers would reveal themselves near the base. His thoughts skipped a beat, something he was not used to. The political specialist had faced tense situations like this many times before, yet the unadulterated hatred in the eyes of the people of Snow set him off for but a moment. He'd sigh softly, the small plume of his breath drifting above them.

The arms of the large man crossed in a defiant manner, attempting to appear unconcerned. Though, deep inside the aged heart of his, the former ANBU wished for peace between their people. It would not be until both had agreed on terms of neutrality that he could rest easy. This mission would be a success, and he did not care what needed to be done to achieve this.

[touketsu]

Thump.

That sound was the first warning, as the feet on an ANBU touched lightly to the ground, his white cloak wrapped around his body. A white mask of porcelain, worked in the likeness of an artic wolf, was fastened to his face. There was a moment of silence as the cloak gently fluttered with the sleeting snow, the masked ANBU staring out at the two Cloud Ninja. After a moment he began to speak, his deep voice echoing from inside his mask.

“Kumogakure Shinobi…” His lips rolled over the words, carefully neutral. “Please follow me to the Tower of the Yukikage.” He gently twisted around, walking slowly towards the tower. They would follow, of course. As shinobi, bearing a treaty of peace to a foreign land, what other choice did they really have?

=Exit, you can post in the Yukikage Tower now=

[::Himiko::]

With the treaty signed and safe within Himiko's possession, She and Kenrai begin to take their leave back home. The duo was yet again escorted by anbu out the village, taking the same pathway as before. This time around, Himiko released an aura of happiness with a small smirk she wore across her face. Peace had come to the two nations....It finally ended....

The small smirk on Himiko's face...did not seem like much, but it did indeed receive a reaction from the villagers. It must have been a mixed feeling. A feeling of happiness, joy, confusion, etc.
Why would the girl leave happy? Some may have thought....
Could something good be happing between the two nations now???

Some people looked like they were not sure if they should smile or cry...
But regardless...it had to be something good.

Himiko and Kenrai remained as alert as ever as they walked through the streets. The waled seemed much faster then before as their was a bit of haste in their step. The document had to reach home for it to be offical, so home was of the utmost importance now.

Upon nearly exiting the village, Himiko heard a faint voice in the background as she walked away from the village now....
"Thank you" a minuscule voice peeped, leaving Himiko to smile even more as she walked away...
"your welcome" Himiko whispered to herself...knowing that whom ever said thank you...heard it too...

{go for it talo n.n}

[touketsu]

Pat.

It was a different sound, which perhaps only to the most observant, would have alerted the Kumogakure Nin that this was not the same ANBU who had appeared before hand. This one wore the mask of a white wolf, and stood with his arms crossed lightly, nodding to the Kumo shinobi. He had appeared in full view, with no weapons, a rare sight to see for Snow ANBU near Kumo Nin. However, it was so. He was silent for a further moment.

"The Sandaime respectfully asks if you would perhaps consider staying longer in Yukigakure no Sato." He said quietly, his black hair curling faintly down along the side of his mask. "To show the people that we have truly aligned and raise morale." The ANBU was quiet for another moment, smiling behind his mask. This... this was a day he had been waiting for. "The decision, is of course, yours. Sandaime-sama assures you he will understand if you wish to return home."

[//Talo//]

Crunch..

The tiny crystals of ice shattered with each step, compacting the once light and airy piles into thick clods. Kenrai walked beside the young female, looking towards the questioning faces of the citizens. Probing, curious of their quick arrival and departure. Word would spread quickly of the new found peace, news he was unsure of how it would be received. Would the people be as understanding and accepting as their wise leader? The former ANBU had his own questions, his own worries and fears to deal with. This treaty was signed between nations whose populations were raised to hate one another...Would their efforts be in vain?

The two had not made it very far, their return cut short by the arrival of yet another ANBU. This one of the wolf division, a respected sect of the Black Ops. The stride of the large man cut short, his foot hovering in mid step, recoiling as he settled to listen to the shinobi's words. Stay longer in Yukigakure? The treaty was of the utmost importance, and returning it was vital to the success of this mission. However, he thought, now looking down to the boundless depths of snow, peace was their objective. There was more to a treaty then signing and shaking hands, trust had to be built in order to ensure a successful future. His training beckoned, signaling for improvisation.

"I see..." He'd look up now, meeting the stare of the lifeless mask. "I suppose it would be in the best interest of our people if we stay, however..." Kenrai would look to Himiko, searching her face for any sign of refusal. "Word must be sent to our Lord of the signing. Can I assume a messenger bird can be supplied?" The true document would never leave the the pair's side, far too important to be trusted to an animal. They could stay, build trust amongst the people of Snow. Then again, young Himiko may choose to return home, she was indeed still a child. He felt torn for a moment, for if he decided to head back...he'd be unable to protect her along the way. Yet if she stayed, no doubt would her urge to return grow to a painful point. What would she decide?

[::Himiko::]

Now before an Anbu, posed with an interesting purposely, Himiko took a second to think. "Stay...and become friendlier with the people here...ensure that unity is sealed amongst the nations...mmmh..."
Himiko thought as she paused.

"Yes, it believe that would be a beautiful idea. But, regretfully, i will have to turn down the offer for now". Replied Himiko.
"I believe returning home and making sure that these documents reach cloud are of utmost importance. Once i return them, I shall return, then i will truly enojy a stay here". Said Himiko with a smile.

"I'll return shortly, maybe with others as well. That way, more individuals can share the experience and further solidify our alignment as well. " Himiko said once again.

Turning to Kenrai, Himiko smiles and nods to him. "Lets go home Kenrai"
the young woman said.

Once the Anbu departed to deliver the message, Himiko and Kenrai continued there way to the village gate....

{Exit to gate with Kenrai}