𝐄𝐧𝐤𝐚𝐢'𝐬 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 [𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐅]

Fight Against Him

Iruka and I dashed through the dense forest, our feet pounding against the soft earth as we navigated the winding paths that led to Konoha. The sun filtered through the leaves above, casting playful shadows on the ground as we pushed ourselves to the limit.

"We have to hurry, Iruka! Enkai might do something crazy if we don't get there in time!" I shouted, glancing over my shoulder to see if he was keeping pace.

His determined expression mirrored my own urgency, and I could see the resolve in his eyes as he nodded in agreement.

"I know, I know! But we can't afford to trip or lose our way," Iruka replied, his breath coming in quick bursts as we weaved around trees and leapt over fallen branches. The forest was alive with the sounds of chirping birds and rustling leaves, but all I could focus on was the impending danger that awaited us in Konoha.

"What do you think she's planning this time?" Iruka asked, catching up with me by the minute.

I shook my head, my brow furrowing in concern. "With Enkai, it could be anything. She just ran away but she looked sad."

As we neared the village, the familiar sights and sounds of Konoha began to emerge from the trees. I could feel the adrenaline coursing through my veins, urging me to push harder.

"We're almost there! Just a little further!" I encouraged, and Iruka matched my pace, determination etched on his face.

"Let's hope we can catch her before she gets into trouble," he replied, a hint of worry in his voice.

With one final burst of speed, we broke through the tree line, the village bustling with activity ahead of us.

The sun filtered through the leaves, casting playful shadows on the ground as we navigated the silent village. "We have to hurry, Iruka! Enkai needs us!" I shouted, my voice barely rising above the rustling leaves.

Iruka nodded, determination etched on his face, and we pushed ourselves to run even faster, the thrill of the chase propelling us forward.

I had a sense where she headed. The burger shop was just ahead, and we could already hear the commotion spilling out into the street. 

 As we burst into the burger shop, the scene before us was chaotic. Enkai was locked in a fierce struggle with Sarada, their eyes blazing with the intensity of their activated Sharingan.

"Get off me, Chocho!" Enkai yelled, her voice a mix of frustration and desperation as she tried to break free from Chocho's grip.

Sarada was on the floor, her face contorted in determination as she attempted to rise, but the effort seemed to drain her. "I won't let you win, Enkai!" Sarada shouted, her Sharingan swirling with energy, but it was clear that she was struggling to regain her footing.

The tension in the air was palpable, and I could feel the weight of the moment pressing down on us.

"What's going on here?" I exclaimed, stepping forward to intervene. Iruka followed closely behind, his eyes scanning the room for any more signs of danger.

"Enkai, you need to calm down! This isn't the way to handle things!" I pleaded, hoping to reach her through the chaos.

The patrons had all but forgotten their meals, eyes wide with shock as they witnessed the unfolding drama. Iruka moved closer to me, his expression a mix of concern and determination.

"We need to help them," he said, glancing at Chocho, who was clearly struggling to keep Enkai in check. "If we don't intervene, this could escalate." I nodded, knowing that we had to act quickly.

Enkai's eyes were wild, and it was clear that she was losing control. "You have to listen to us!" I pleaded, hoping to reach her through the chaos.

Chocho was desperately trying to restrain Enkai, her grip tightening as she sensed the chaos brewing within her. Sarada lay on the ground, her determination evident as she struggled to rise, her Sharingan glowing fiercely in the dim light.

Enkai, however, was a tempest of raw energy, her own Sharingan flaring wildly, betraying the turmoil that raged inside her.

"Enkai, listen to me!" I shouted, hoping to reach her through the haze of his fury, but my words seemed to vanish into the air, unheard and unheeded.

The tension in the air was palpable, a thick fog of impending conflict that made my heart race.

In a sudden burst of strength, Enkai broke free from Chocho's hold, her eyes locked onto Sarada with an intensity that sent shivers down my spine. She lunged for her, her hand outstretched, desperate to seize the sword that lay just out of reach on the floor.

"No! Enkai, stop!" I yelled, instinctively stepping in front of Sarada, my heart pounding as I prepared to take the brunt of her reckless charge.

The moment felt suspended in time, the world around us fading as I braced myself for the impact. "You don't have to do this!" I pleaded, my voice steady despite the fear coursing through me.

As Enkai's hand collided with my shoulder instead of Sarada, a jolt of pain shot through me, but I stood firm, unwilling to let Enkai harm her.

"Why are you doing this, Enkai? We're on the same side!" I exclaimed, trying to reach the part of her that was still rational. Her eyes flickered for a moment, a hint of recognition breaking through the storm of rage.

"I... I can't control it!" She shouted, frustration and despair mingling in her voice. Chocho, still recovering from her attempt to hold him back, stepped forward, her expression a mix of concern and determination.

"Can't control what?" I asked, stepping forward to her, my voice gentle but firm.

"Him," she muttered, tears welling up in her eyes. "He wants me to kill Uchihas," she continued, dropping the sword and clutching her head in agony.

Her body trembled as she fought against the unseen force that was driving her actions.

"We can help you, Enkai," I assured her, reaching out a hand. "You don't have to face this alone." Sarada, having regained her footing, stepped beside me, her Sharingan still glowing but with a softer, more understanding gaze.

"We will fight this together," Sarada added, her voice steady.

Enkai's eyes met ours, and for the first time, the wild fury within them seemed to dim ever so slightly.

But just as a glimmer of hope appeared, Enkai's expression hardened once more. With an anguished cry, she pushed us away and turned on her heel, sprinting towards the exit.

"Enkai, wait!" Sarada called out, but it was too late. Enkai burst through the doors and disappeared into the night, leaving us standing in stunned silence.

The restaurant, once filled with the sounds of clinking glasses and murmured conversations, now felt eerily quiet.

Chocho, still clutching her side, looked at us with wide eyes. "What do we do now?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. I exchanged a worried glance with Sarada.

"We find her," Sarada replied, determination shining in her eyes. "And we save her from whatever's controlling her."

"Yeah," I muttered, feeling something was wrong. I started to lose my vision and then I felt my blood dripping onto my hand from my shoulder.

The adrenaline from the confrontation had masked the pain, but now it was hitting me full force.

"You're hurt!" Sarada exclaimed, rushing to my side. Her Sharingan spun, scanning for any lingering threats before she kneeled to examine the wound. "We need to get you patched up, fast."

I felt a wave of exhaustion wash over me, and my legs buckled beneath me. I collapsed to the ground, the weight of the moment crashing down like a tidal wave. . . .