Old Acquaintances, New problems [Open/ Req Riyota]

[Surutameni]

Surutameni paused to yawned and stretched greatly as he made his daily stroll around the Toraono Dojo. It was early, but he didn't care. Honestly, if anything he enjoyed the fresh air and the silence without the hustle and bustle of regular activity within his relative's halls. As he wandered the now familiar passageways, his beast-brother Unmei, circled above keeping a keen eye out for any unwanted attention. The bird squawked and screeched subtly as he flew, chattering like he always did when he was around his companion.

Life had been easy lately, even with the pain of the demon spine that had been so unceremoniously placed within his too-small body. The repairs that had been done lately were holding, and as such the shooting pain that had raced throughout his frame was nearly gone. Then again the constant chatter with the entity that now shared his body seemed to have helped as well. Either way, Suru was in good spirits for once as he gazed up at his avian brother. "What do you think, Unmei? Short or long route today?" A smirk pulled at the boy's lips. Unmei in his response, let out a slightly piercing scree and turned to lead Suru down the longer route for their walk. "I figured that's the direction you wanted to go." If anyone happened to pass by and hear the boy talking, they would most likely think he was insane, seeing as no proper Inuzuka would have a bird for their bestial companion. It was typical, no one understood or knew about his specific branch of the bloodline and that didn't bother Suru in the least. Honestly, he held a sense of pride about the whole ordeal.

The young shinobi sighed as his arms lifted and his hands found their way behind his head as he traipsed along. The grey hawk above looped and dove in a rather haphazard manner, relishing in the ability to do whatever they pleased. Sure, Suru had once thought more heavily about classes and training, and still did. The reason for his morning walks was honestly to head to a place to train in all actualities. He made sure no one save for the elders of the clan knew. He really hated being interrupted, but if it had to happened he would definitely prefer if it were by someone of importance over some other annoying kid. There were too many of those, and he didn't have the time or want to deal with them in the least.

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[Miroku Riyota]

Riyota was finally just about 100%, after the whole ordeal with the Cabal sympathizers had left him no more than a bloody mess. He decided to push the limits of his current good health by attempting to clock in a bit of training. As another check of his scarred arms confirmed that Ninjutsu training would not be on the list for today he took out a small pole that he had fastened to his belt. Flicking a small switch on it, the other areas folded out and at the very end a sleek edged blade made of an icy-metallic substance protruded. The Glaive he had crafted in that class with the steward so long ago now. He hadn't had a use for it yet but decided that he was unlikely to ever retrieve his old axe and the boy was sick of going everywhere defenseless.

He needed practice with it. It was far lighter than the axe he had used prior, and therefore faster. The change of weight would affect his effectiveness with the weapon. Which is why he had come here, on an otherwise uneventful day. He lifted it up and down on his open hand, very light, but hopefully effective. He gave it a swing, grasping it with both hands in an almighty cleave through the air. That...doesn't feel right... he thought. Attempting another swing with with just one arm. That's a little better I guess? he nodded, looking around for something to practice on.

That's when Riyota heard a voice in the fairly empty and quiet dojo and he looked around to try and find its point of origin. His eyes...well...eye came to focus on another boy, seemingly talking to himself. That's kinda weird...but then again...I guess it makes sense if you're bored... He smiled, before he began recognizing familiar features from a very long while back. What was the name, Sari, Suri...Sur....Suru?...Suru! That was it. he thought to himself, the other boy certainly had changed, and Riyota had no clue if he even remembered him. Their exchange had been brief after all. Despite this, Riyota stuck his hand in the air and waved to get the boy's attention.

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[Surutameni]

Unfortunately, at least in Suru's opinion, he caught the frantic waving from another person out of the corner of his eye. The motion caused the young shinobi to groan and his body to slouch forward with a relative sense of dread. The only reason someone would wave is if they wanted his attention, and he surely did not want to give anyone any sort of attention right now. Unmei could read his companion's expression and demeanor from just about any distance, the benefit of having the keen eyes of a hawk one would suppose, but as such the avian dove towards Suru and perched himself happily (though anyone looking at the bird would think angrily) upon the boy's shoulder. No sooner had the feathered menace gotten comfortable would he take to attempting to stare down the other boy, a small *Scree* escaping from his beak as his feathers ruffled and his posture turned to a more aggressive stance. He cocked his head sideways to peer with a singular soul piercing eye at the child across the hall.

"Tch... What do you want?" Suru's words dripped with a bit more malice than he had intended but all the same maybe it would get the other kid away. He looked familiar but frankly, he didn't care to even attempt to remember who he was. All the same he was sure that the kid wouldn't be going anywhere any time soon if he had any thought about the last time he saw this specific person's face. Then again, that seemed to be the case of most of the other shinobi he met. They seemed awful clingy to him and he hated it.

*Scree*

Unmei called out softly once again as he blinked his eyes and turned his attention to his annoyed brother. "Unmei, I know. We always get these stragglers. Don't they ever have someone else to bother?" The words were spoken in a hushed tone, nearly inaudible even if you were standing not but a foot away. All the same the bird shook his body and took to the air again in a rather agitated fashion. Suru's amber eyes followed his beast-brother for a time, only to return to the boy ahead. His arms would raise as he tucked his hands behind his head, nonchalant and uncaring, simply waiting for the other child to respond or approach.

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[Miroku Riyota]

Riyota didn't get the world's friendliest reaction, but then again maybe Suru was just in a bad mood. Hadn't had his coffee yet or something like that. Riyota looked towards him again as a rather large bird perched itself on his shoulder. This bird also seemed annoyed, or maybe they both just didn't like Riyota very much. Suru had asked the boy what he wanted so Riyota attempted to answer the question. Making his way over to the other boy he opened his mouth to speak.

"Well...nothing really, I guess...Just thought I'd say Hi! it's been a while Suru. I don't know if you remember me but uh-..."he trailed off as he noticed there was not a hint of change in Suru's expression, clearly stating to Riyota that he hadn't been recognized. "Well...I guess it has been a while...Riyota, I was talking to Naoki when you came in, we met at the market." Hopefully this would jog the boy's memory, otherwise this would be a very awkward encounter.

 

[Surutameni]

'Riyota...' The name twisted around in Suru's mind for a moment while he placed the familiar face to the name. 'Wonderful. That kid. This should be good.' His eyes rolled as the now-placed and remembered child approached him. To him; Unmei was the lucky one, able to fly away and not even think about turning around. Although, since the spine incidents the bird did not stray far from Suru. That fact the young shinobi actually enjoyed greatly. It was nice to have his beast-brother by his side again, like the old times in the alleyways... Before all of... This. All the same the closeness of this other youth bothered him, his personal space bubble was definitely being invaded by this point. His amber eyes locked harshly on Riyota's own eyes (eye as it were) with an intensity that could snuff out the sun. Otherwise, his expression remained flat and rather distant, a heavy lack of caring still evident in his features.

"I do remember you... I just don't really care." His hands would fall from behind his head as he shrugged. He really didn't care. He didn't want to care. And that was the end of that matter. "Apparently you remember me as well. So, let's get over with the useless conversation like asking how each of us are doing." As he spoke he would turn and continue down the corridoors, if Riyota wanted to follow that was fine. Suru just didn't want to stand around and do nothing if this conversation was indeed going to be so pointless. His pants and robe-like top flowed out behind him like a dark cloud. If anyone else had wanted to approach, the sight of Suru himself may have made them change their mind and course just to avoid the young ninja. 'Maybe we can use him for a training dummy. Yeah. That would make this better.' He let a devilish smirk tug at his lips as he continued forward. If the boy thought of anything more, he might actually laugh, albeit the sound would most likely be a cruel whisper of what a laugh should be. All the same, he guided them towards the training rooms. Hopefully his new found 'friend' wouldn't complain about the abuse that was to come of all of this. Then again, maybe Riyota would prove himself useful, but Suru doubted that greatly.

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[Miroku Riyota]

"Well I'm glad to see you haven't changed much at least." Riyota sighed with a small smile on his face. The boy followed as the other walked away from him. "Uh...sure, I guess that's a good place to start, how've you been Suru?" Riyota wasn't stupid and he realised the other boy didn't want to talk to him, but he hoped he was just in a bad mood and would lighten up after a while. At least he remembers me...I guess? Riyota thought, shaking his head as he followed the other boy.

As Riyota glanced towards Suru as they walked it was obvious he was thinking about something. Riyota casually pulled his long jacket a bit further up his shoulders as he continued following. "Your back looks kinda spikey...that a new feature?" he asked, attempting small talk to try and improve Suru's mood. Though he doubted it would do all too much, as they walked onwards he noted they were heading towards the training area. That's an odd place for a simple chat... the boy thought. Glancing back towards Suru who now had a subtle smirk growing on his face. That sort of look made Riyota uncomfortable and his hand hovered over the small pole that would extend into the weapon if the need arose. He was sure to be stealthy about it though.

 

[Surutameni]

Suru grunted at the comment from Riyota. Sure, he hadn't changed... At least on the outside. He felt different, to the point where he didn't really even recognize himself and part of that bothered him. Then again, what did it matter. That entity had done it. The choice he had made between himself and that Demon Sage being the hinge point of everything that was going on in the youth's life. "... What's it to you if I've changed or not?" He kept a diligent pace forward, not relenting even with the irksome remark. "To answer your question though... I am fine. Never been better." He wasn't really telling it all but then again who would want to hear about all of the insanity that Suru had been through as of late. Probably no one. So he did his best to keep quiet on the matter. Then again, he didn't want the whole of Suna to know what he had been turned into.

Suru sighed heavily as they finally reached the room of choice. He hadn't ansered the last question; it was personal, and well, he didn't want to talk about it where just any random potential passer-by could hear. Once he had them sheltered in the silence of the training room, he rounded upon the other boy, a spark of irritation and anger burning within his amber eyes. "You could call it a new feature. But if you really REALLY need to know..." He paused for a moment, debating with himself whether or not to tell this kid what had happened. 'Why does everyone want to know about this?'<i></i>

'Just tell him...'

'Fine...'

"If you need to know; I had my spine ripped out and replaced with some demon wolf's." He let out a gust of air; his lungs emptying themselves entirely in a singular woosh of air. "You happy now? Anything else you want to know about me?" The fire in his eyes burned ever hotter. This was irritating. He hated when people asked about his personal life, but oddly enough he always felt obliged to answer them.

'He's going to hate you.'

'Wouldn't be anything new now would it?'</COLOR><i></i>

A dark cackled echoed through the boy's mind. 'My... My... The little prince has a temper today.'

'Leave me alone.'<i></i>

Suru's features would darken as the minutes ticked by and he warred within himself. It was only a matter of time before he shut off the world and handed the metaphorical reins of his body over to that dark and cruel beast within himself. Woe be unto those who would challenge it.

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[Miroku Riyota]

"New Spine? Cool, how's it feel, is it like tingly? Does it hurt...can I poke it?" the boy asked curiously examining the bumps in the others clothing. As he asked these questions, his hand moved away from his weapon as he relaxed. "Did your old spine not work anymore or did you just decide you wanted a demon one?" Riyota had many questions about Suru's new body part. He wasn't sure why, it just intrigued him.

 

[Surutameni]

More questions. Always more questions. Suru's eyes would roll as he tried his best not to let his anger overwhelm him. He ground his teeth together for a moment, holding back the snide remarks that were about to fly from his mouth. "To tell you the truth, until recently... It was pretty close to killing me. Now. It just sucks. It's sore. And in the way. I hate it." He only blinked in astonishment when Riyota asked if he could poke it. 'Why in the Hells would you think I'd allow you to touch it!?'</COLOR><i></i> He turned away from the other boy in an attempt to hold himself back from doing something completely stupid.

"No, it was ripped from me. I made a stupid decision. Accepted something I shouldn't have and this was stuffed in me." He sighed and pinched the bridge of his noise between his index finger and thumb.

'Let me show the boy...'

'No...'</COLOR><i></i>

'What are you still afraid? He will be nothing to me.'

Suru turned back towards the other child, his eyes a mixed shade of amber and crimson as he warred within himself to do his best to keep the demon within at bay. He knew it was honestly a losing battle, eventually he would succumb. He always did. And it was something that he hated. The loss of control made him feel like a puppet, like he couldn't do anything for himself. This had to stop at some point. He needed to gain control. To maybe just let things go and allow a co-existence between him and this thing. It was draining with what he had to do currently.

"Riyota... I will give you a simple word of warning..." The words were difficult to form and thusly came out in a jarring sort of way, harsh and clipped. "You need to back away from me...."

'You're warning him!? Do you actually care for this other child?'<i></i> That laughter echoed over his mind. 'Do you consider him a friend!? HA! Friends are worthless!'

Those few moments were the only warning Riyota would receive as Suru's eyes glazed over completely in crimson and his expression changed to one of insanity and rage. <COLOR color="#0000BF">"Hello there..." The voice that spoke was no longer Suru's, and the tone was sinister and threatening. His muscles tensing and relaxing, ready to pounce at any moment.

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[Miroku Riyota]

"Hmm, doesn't sound all that fun then." the boy nodded as Suru answered his questions. He grew curious at Suru's vague response to the question of how he had come to receive the spine, but Riyota elected to not pry right now, as it would probably get him a punch in the face. Suru went silent again and his face showed signs that he seemed to be having some sort of internal conversation. "Hey...are you ok?" Riyota asked, just before the other boy warned him to back away. Riyota's hand returned to a point just above his weapon. Ready to go in case something went wrong.

It was then the eye colour of the other boy changed completely and Riyota's brow furrowed as Suru's expression changed entirely again. Whatever had possessed him gave Riyota a fairly friendly greeting. "If everything else wasn't a dead giveaway, your greeting certainly is. Suru's only got one emotion and that's Silent rage." Riyota explained as the pole extended and the blade flicked out. "So that begs the question of who you are?"

 

[Surutameni]

The laugh that emanated from Suru was chilling to say the least. It had a devilish echo and the way those crimson eyes locked onto Riyota was like that of a predator to prey. One could almost say that the boy looked rabid, as his features changed a little more, his nails more claw-like, and he had what looked to be fangs at this point. Then again, that was more at a closer look as Suru's mouth wasn't entirely open.

"So naive." That voice spoke once more through Suru. "I wasn't trying to give anything away. I was merely saying 'Hello'. Is that such a bad thing? And here I thought manners were important." He would then shrug and take a couple steps towards the other boy. "As for your 'friend' here," He made air-quotes at the mention of friends. The entity now in control was having far too much fun with the entire situation; "He has more emotions that he lets on you know. You should see it. It's amusing... The way he questions himself. It is indeed priceless." A few more steps were taken towards Riyota, though the demon-controlled-Suru would only circle for the time being, watching, waiting. "Me? Now, now, boy. What do you think I am? Let's play that game. I will give you three chances to guess. Though I must admit it will be difficult for you given the boy's body's lack of visable ques to you." He snickered that hollow echoing laughter. "But, please try. It could be a fun game."

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[Miroku Riyota]

"But saying hello is exactly what gave you away. Me and Suru had already greeted each other, why would we do it again all of a sudden, but Hello to you I guess?" Riyota spoke to whatever had currently possessed Suru, as it told him more about the inner workings of Suru's mind. "Honestly, I'd rather not hear it from you...if Suru wanted to tell me this stuff, then he would. I don't like feeling like I'm listening to rumours." he wasn't exactly sure what to say to whatever he was talking to, it was kinda odd, speaking to the same face but a different person.

"Three guesses...huh...um, what's exactly the punishment for losing?" he asked, doubting he'd get a straight answer from the thing. "Well....either Suru has Multiple personalities...A twin or...You're some sort of Spine Monster." he said, calmly.

 

[Surutameni]

Suru's shoulders lifted and fell with ease as he shrugged. "You misunderstand me, child. I could've just let you go on thinking you were speaking to Suru. It's not hard to manipulate his mind."</COLOR><i></i> His head cocked to the side as he listened to the other boy's words. "Well, it's not a rumor I can tell you this much. We've had such lovely conversations you know. And he would never share his feelings with anyone. No, no. Not Suru. He wouldn't do that."<i></i> A devilish smile warped the boy's features as Riyota asked about losing. "To lose? You'll just have to find out. But you're a smart boy. You will most likely succeed. I just have a..."<i></i> His right hand lifted to tap on his chin, in a sort of sarcastic 'in thought' motion. "Yes, I have a feeling."<i></i>

Another step was taken, closing the gap between the two as each guess was given. Upon the third however, the being in control of Suru stopped and clapped his hands together. "Ah! See I knew you were smart! However, it is not entirely correct. I wouldn't label myself as a monster. Then again, Suru has called me that before."<i></i> By this point Suru was mere inches from Riyota's side, and the entity took hold of the weapon in the other boy's grasp. "Tell me. Were you planning on using this?"<i></i> The tone and look within those crimson eyes had changed entirely. The vibes went from friendly to aggressive in a mere instant as he gazed at the weapon.

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Meanwhile, Suru struggled within the abyss of his mind. Sure, Riyota was in no immediate danger, but that could change without warning. He'd seen it happen before and he wasn't about to have that on his conscious. 'Oi! You! GET BACK HERE!'<i></i> He screamed into the dark and his only response was laughter. Maniacal laughter. It echoed across the void and only served to annoy Suru further. If only there was some way to control this thing. He really needed to take some time out of his day to go talk to Akkuma, but right now that wasn't in the cards.

He sighed and plunked himself down in the darkness, trying to wait for the right moment to get control back. Who knew when that would be. He sure didn't have a clue. So, he was stuck watching and waiting. Hopefully Riyota wouldn't do anything too rash. He really had no idea since they had only met once before and that was a brief interaction in the whole scope of things.

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[Miroku Riyota]

The demon was smart, that was obvious from the fact it had just disarmed Riyota, questioning his intention on using it. "Well to be honest, I still wasn't sure, I mean if you became violent then sure, but if not then...probably not." The boy's eyes darted to his weapon. "But now I guess the question is, are you planning to use it?" he questioned the being. Before seemingly looking past it's gaze and calmly saying. "Suru, I have no idea if you can hear me, but I'm sure you're fighting against this thing. At least you would, from what I know of you. If you can speak at all, let me know if you need help." Riyota didn't want to make any sudden moves in case it ended in catastrophe for all parties.

 

[Surutameni]

A dry chuckle escaped Surutameni's lips, his now crimson eyes scanning over Riyota's face as the other boy spoke. He let go of the weapon, casually and with an almost unnoticable shrug. "Mmm. If I became violent? That's interesting. What do you think you could do to me before I ripped your throat out?" That same sarcastic snicker echoed around the room as the demon wolf mocked a thoughtful stance and tapped his chin, looking towards the ceiling.

The fact that Riyota was trying to call out to Suru only served to make the thing now in control continue its laughing. It was a sick and twisted sound, nothing like what should be heard from a teen-aged shinobi. The eyes flashed back towards the other boy. "Tsk. Tsk. That isn't going to do you any good you know. He's buried right now, lost in his own world so to say." He would then drop the hand that was lift, the appendage swinging idly until its momentum ceased. His eyes would narrow to mere slits as he listened and regarded the boy, an impish sneer drawing his features back as he licked his lips. It was an odd movement, almost like something a predator would do when looking upon its next meal.

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Meanwhile, still trapped in that dark abyss that was his mind, Suru sat, and watched, and waited. This was going on for awhile, at least it felt like that to him. He was frustrated and could no longer remain still. He stood, searching for some sort of draw-in for the canine. 'What the Hell...'<i></i> He sulked, kicking at the air. He cast his gaze about, looking, but of course seeing nothing. Being in the dark was a pain. 'GET BACK HERE ALREADY WILL YOU!'<i></i> He shouted out into the darkness. 'Or at least don't do anything stupid, okay?'</COLOR><i></i> The last was mumbled, but still he knew the entity would hear it. He was resigned to this fate, and until something actually happened, it couldn't be all that bad to let the wolf have control. Or so he was beginning to think.

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[Miroku Riyota]

No response from the one he had actually been trying to get through to, it was clear that either Suru couldn't speak, he couldn't hear Riyota, or both. The boy was running out of options, he knew the demon was growing tired of him and he looked through his mind for answers. Until a voice from the other end of his mind spoke up, breaking the silence it had maintained until now. I can try and sort this, if you'll allow me some leeway? the boy's other end suggested. It wasn't the greatest plan but Riyota was out of options. Fine, but you relinquish control back to me as soon as I need it...got that? he told the shattered half of his sanity. You're the boss.

Riyota took a deep breath before telling the possessed Suru "Maybe this will help you to understand me better." the Astral seal glowed and swiftly worked it's way up the boy's chest and began growing halfway across his face. The energy he had been using to suppress this side of himself could now be put to better use, as Riyota's power was now able to be released in full. As he began to laugh, no longer an innocent, carefree laugh, but a laugh that was tinged with darkness. "To bring up a new point...Either relinquish the body back to it's owner or I will force you too." Riyota smiled, small cracks on the ground forming around his feet.

 

[Surutameni]

The being that was controlling Surutameni merely let out a crackling laugh. It watched in interest as the seal upon Riyota began to glow and spread over the other boy. That predatory stare never once leaving the other's frame. The change in Riyota's personality and even the boy's presence made the creature twitch and shiver with anticipation. This is what he was waiting for. He had wanted this. He had to test how well he could use Suru's body, see what would happen. Perhaps even test Suru's will as well. "Oh? Such bold words for a child."</COLOR><i></i> Crimson eyes flashed as he hissed out, a sinister sneer once more pulling at his lips. The entity would step back, crouch, and ready itself for a fight. "Let's see what you can do then... Shall we?" The words had barely fallen from his mouth before he launched himself at Riyota.

Within himself, Suru screamed. The sound echoing around the darkness as the entity pulled the strings of control and attacked the other ninja. He was rewarded with a crazed laugh and an inward eye snapping open. 'Sit back, boy! You have no control here!' He was upset and even he himself threw his frame against the wolf's ethereal visage. <COLOR color="#0000BF">'Give me back my body!' The young shinobi snarled and thrashed, trying desperately to regain his control.

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[[OOC: Sorry if this is a crap post. D;]]

 

[Miroku Riyota]

"Very well...but I'll warn you." Riyota smiled before charging at Suru head-on. "When I'm like this, I tend not to care about how much damage I cause." He grinned sadistically before throwing a heavy punch at the Demon-boy's gut. If this first strike connected, Riyota would follow up by using his increased speed to sprint up the wall and leap at his opponent, hopefully slamming him into the wall. If the strike didn't connect however, Riyota would attempt to sweep out Suru's legs from underneath him. However none of these moves may even take place if the demon struck him first.

[Anything you can post, I can post crapper]

 

[Surutameni]

Surutameni was locked in that unfathomable darkness, unable to gain back what he lost. That fact irked him and set him scrambling. He really didn't want to hurt Riyota, but it seemed as though the wolf within him had pushed the other boy into a place where even he might be willing to dish out some damage. That is, if what Riyota had said was true. He hadn't ever thought that the other youth was even capable of the levels of animosity he seemed to hold at this moment. 'Dammit! What are you doing WOLF!?'<i></i> Suru growled in his own mind. Surely this thing would listen at some point.

'I am doing what YOU truly want to do. Am I not?' That taunting voice echoed back to him. That gleaming smile the only thing that the young ninja could see within his mind. 'You wanted to punch him the first day you met? Didn't you? You don't like anyone. So why should you care what I do to this child? Does he really mean something to you afterall?'

'Shut. Up. Just SHUT UP!'<i></i> Suru's amber eyes flared for a moment as he shouted back at the entity. Sure, he didn't really care for anyone, but there was something that bothered him about attacking this particular kid. 'It's not that I care. You know this, but... I still don't agree.'<i></i>

'Tch. You truly are lost. No matter....'

Another unearthly cackling would rip from Surutameni as Riyota came back with his own retort towards the warning brought forward by the other boy. "I expect no less. Give me what you can muster! SHOW ME YOUR STRENGTH!"<i></i> The entity hadn't continued the assualt passed the initial launch towards the other child. He managed an easy block towards the punch that was thrown at his gut and deftly hopped over the sweep at his legs. The boy's frame rolled easily over the other's back, dancing backwards and keeping just out of reach for the time being. A crazed grin would slowly appear as each attack was attempted. He was obviously enjoying this, but the dodging and sidestepping only went on for so long. Though, in an instant that grin faded and his now crimson eyes narrowed. An odd and vicious bark snapped through him as he once more went onto the offensive. Clawed hands would rake at Riyota, attempting to push him onto the defensive. If he were successful in pushing the other boy backwards, the creature would manipulate Suru into throwing a kick at Riyota's ribs. Following that attack; a spinning kick from his other leg would thrash forward, attempting to drive the kid ninja into the ground face first. "ARE YOU HAVING FUN YET!?"<i></i>

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[col][[OOC: Ugh sorry this took so long to get out. Should get back into the roll of things here really soon. ;D BFF TIME lol]]|

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[Miroku Riyota]

Riyota's attacks had missed it seemed, 'No matter, a fight is rarely won in the initial attacks.' a frenzied grin flashed across his face as the clawed hand made contact with Riyota's arm and tore large gashes through it. This caused the wounded party to simply chuckle slightly. Infused with the power of the Astral seal, it took but a moment for the boy to regain his footing and dash around his possessed peer at inhuman speeds. He smirked as the demon asked his question to nothing but thin air, as the cursed child would come close to the demonic child and whisper to him. "Plenty..." this confident remark would be followed up by the monstrous strength of the Gaia seal infusing Riyota in the blink of an eye. After which he would make an attempt to grab Suru and throw him through a nearby wall. If his attack was successful, he would use the wall to propel himself at Suru, if it did not, he would flare up his cursed energy, allowing his corrupted purple chakra to become visible.

Sitting in a chair with his eyes closed, down in the deep recesses of his mind, Riyota sat opposite his counter-part consciousness, the latter of which was currently controlling his body. From this distance, Riyota could only transmit a few words to Suru's actual self by mind. His telepathic note echoed throughout the other boys consciousness. "I need you to channel all the chakra that you can manage into your fist, trust me." only time would tell if Suru would follow his plan to save them both from their inner demons.


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