Blind Sight (COTK Book 1)

Chapter 2: Secret Attacks

Daimyō's Palace, Kazedama, Land of Wind, EN.

Rasa's attention was drawn away from the Daimyō as a door was pushed open to their left. Torio turned around, following where he was looking.

A young boy, followed by a servant who had a hand on their shoulder, had just entered the room.

"Ah, Miyasato, over here," Torio said, confusing Rasa.

He's blind, Rasa realized as Miyasato changed directions sharply, turning toward his father's voice. Rasa hadn't noticed his eyes at first, having been confused by the servant holding on to Miyasato's shoulder. The servant was acting as a guide for the boy, making sure he didn't run into anything.

"Father," Miyasato said, giving a bow. He didn't turn toward Rasa or the Shinobi with him, only staring blankly toward Torio.

Torio walked up beside his son and turned him toward Rasa.

"As I'm sure you can tell, my son is blind and has been since birth."

"My name is Miyasato Sakamoto; it is a pleasure to meet you." The boy extended his hand in front of him, though not toward anyone specifically. Rasa smiled and stepped forward, taking the boy's hand.

"It is a pleasure to meet you as well, Miyasato-sama. My name is Rasa."

"You are the Kazekage? My father has told me much about you."

"Yes," Rasa replied, getting a small nod from Miyasato. He looked up as Kanade appeared in a swirl of sand next to Miyasato, her eyes focused on something behind him.

Rasa turned quickly, finding Gaara staring intently at Miyasato. There was no Killing Intent coming from Gaara, which was unusual, but he located the sealing tag in his pocket nevertheless. His men did the same, each spreading out slightly, prepared to restrain Gaara if necessary.

"Who are you?" Miyasato asked behind him, making him glance back at the boy. Miyasato had turned his head slightly, looking more in Gaara's direction. Rasa looked at Torio, but his friend seemed unconcerned by the situation. Kanade, however, had her hand on the fan strapped to her back.

"Gaara."

Miyasato bowed slightly. Gaara's eyes narrowed, making Rasa pull the seal from his pocket. He hoped his son wouldn't be stupid enough to try to attack the prince, but it was possible.

Gaara folded his arms in front of him, "You're weak."

Sasori stepped out of Gaara's way as the red-headed Jinchuriki walked toward the open doorway. Rasa signaled his men to follow Gaara.

"I assume you have a place for us to stay?" Rasa asked, getting a nod from Torio.

"Kanade, please make sure they find their rooms," Torio ordered, getting a nod from the Kunoichi, who vanished in a swirl of sand a second later.

"My apologies," Rasa offered. Torio nodded, understanding.

"Don't worry about it. I took precautions regarding your son. His reputation is nothing to be scoffed at."

Torio still had his non-bandaged hand on Miyasato's shoulder, who was looking out across the throne room blankly.

"I'd like to go to my room," Miyasato stated, getting a nod from Torio.

"Riko-san? Please take my son back to his room."

"Of course, Torio-sama."

Miyasato accepted Riko's grip on his hand, following the servant out of the throne room. Rasa turned back toward Torio, skepticism on his face. Torio raised an eyebrow.