[B]Hagashi, Reiji[/B] - Funeral

The sky was dark that day, and the land around Iwagakure fell silent. It was as if the environment itself did not want to feel happiness, for today was a day of mourning. Light thunder finally rumbled in the distance, a storm was coming. Reiji Higashi stood away from the crowded ninja, and paid his respects to his fellow people in silence. The sadness was palpable, even the strong Kage was shedding tears. Reiji let one tear fall, but refused to let the sadness overtake him. The young prince wore dark clothing, and took off his headband as a sign of respect. Out of all days to have this funeral, why did it have to be on one that was supposed to be of rejoice?

The bright side of this day was that he was no longer an academy student! As of today he was a Genin and his ninja journey would begin! Ahead of him was a hopefully bright future and secure place in his clan. The young Genin saw a few of his academy companions watching the funeral proceedings from a tree nearby. Reiji flickered over to them, landing on the branch quietly, he recognized Yeo and Minoru. Both were O.K. guys, and he respected their abilities. He hoped to see what they could really do once training began. He stayed silent, listening to their conversation, watching the funeral glumly. Finally he decided to pipe in with his two cents. "Today sucks." Yup, that pretty much summed up the [i]outgoing[/i] Reiji Higashi.