Travelling to the Moon

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And with that, the two girls would set of to the Moon. It was certainly a special experience for Kokoro because she had never been there before her. Venturing away from the village gates, she would walk silently alongside her partner, as they moved towards Kataki Road. She usually only did missions in and around the village, avoiding traveling because she felt that she was not strong enough in case someone or something were to ambush her. But today, she would be traveling with Shizuka. Though she had just met her, Kokoro had grown a deep respect for the kunoichi.

"I haven't, no. I've only done missions in and around the village." she'd answer quietly. She didn't like to admit her flaws and weaknesses. "What about you? You look very strong..." and she meant it. She had yet to meet any female shinobi and from just Shizuka's demeanor, Kokoro felt slightly pale in comparison, her eyes shifting to the ground as they continued.

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Kokoro could feel her feet starting to get sore as they continued on the journey. The Moon Village proved to be quite far, farther than she had originally expected. They would stop by an oasis, a breathing point shall we say, and she would listen to Shizuka speak. Her eyes lighted up at the mention of Sojiro's name, and from the honorific she had chosen, Kokoro knew that they must be well acquainted and she somewhat respected him. She bit her tongue, wanting to ask questions about her brother since she barely knew him, but would refrain, not wanting to create unnecessary confusion. She would learn a lot of new things from Shizuka, things that she probably would never come across in a textbook and she was grateful to the other kunoichi for imparting so much wisdom.

"Do your feet hurt? Dunk them in the water for a while but not too long oh and not with socks on." it seemed that she had read her mind, as Kokoro sheepishly nodded her head, embarrassed at how unfit she was. She had never hiked such lengths and had been concerned if they would not be able to make it simply because she wouldn't be able to walk. She dipped her feet into the water, feeling the cool sensation travel through her veins. It worked wonders, and her tired face would be replaced by a renewed smile. This was turning into a very nice traveling time, though she knew she was on a mission.