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[color=b9f6ca]Nekoyama Midori[/color][/h2][/center][hr]

The Chunin Exams had come and gone for Midori, and with its passing came a much needed vacation for most of the graduating Shinobi. A busy body by nature, Midori didn't feel right doing nothing. Even her sisters, who were usually assholes, stressed the idea of taking a break for once. "[color=0054a6]You're such a try hard, Midori. All you do is train and read. Stop and smell the roses sometime, in fact -- try doing [i]nothing[/i] for once in your life.[/color]" Certainly wasn't the nicest bit of advice she had been given, but she knew it was the truth. While it had been a struggle, Midori had eventually gave in and tried doing nothing. She slept in, stayed up late, slacked on her daily training, and even took a break from her usual medical studies. It was a nice change to say the least, but as the days went by Midori found herself more and more eager to get back in the field. On the final week of vacation, she had immediately fallen back into her usual routine. Rising before dawn, training till' the afternoon, and going over her medical books for a majority of the evening. This overzealous approach had earned Midori ridicule from her sisters, but unfortunately for them, the chastising did little to her now that she had learned how to tune them out during her break.

With the weekend coming to an end, Midori had awoken that Monday morning with a pep in her step, and her head held high. While the promotion of rank didn't necessarily feel different, Midori knew her Shinobi career would drastically change. Walking among the hallways of the Nekoyama Estate, Midori passed numerous family members as she searched for her own feline companion. Every other step came with a small hop as she stepped over and avoided skittering felines and small cousins. "[color=b9f6ca]Raiden, where are you?[/color]" She called out, voice echoing through the hallways as she passed her parents room. "[color=00a651]Hah! Little guy gave you the slip again, huh?[/color]" The familiar rumbling voice caused Midori to stop in her tracks as she backed up to her parents bedroom door. Her father sat crosslegged on the floor, head low and hands brought together in prayer as he sat before a simple shrine made for his own parents. Leaning against the door and waiting until until her father was finished, the middle-aged man finally turned to face his daughter with his usual wide, toothy grin. 

Long, unruly black hair hung down the clan leaders back, while an iron cat-eared plate sat at the top of his head with his headband. Thick whiskers decorated his face from prolonged use of the Nekoyama kekkei genkai, while his golden eyes held the same sharpness and wit they possessed when he was young. Still young at heart, age was finally catching up to her father as Midori noticed wrinkles stretch across his face as he grinned.

Her fathers infectious personality was too hard to ignore as the irritated look that had pulled across Midori's face had softened into a smile, "[color=b9f6ca]Yeah, he ran off earlier this morning. I thought I'd find him by now, but I haven't seen him anywhere.[/color]" Another chuckle rumbled from her fathers chest, whiskers bouncing as his body shook with laughter, "[color=007236]Wiley beast! If you can't find him soon I'll send Sora out to find him. Today's the day you meet your new Sensei, right?[/color]"

"[color=b9f6ca]Yeah, I'm not sure when, though.[/color]"
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Unlike his two legged companion, Raiden was without a care in the world as he sat on the fence of the Nekoyama Estate. His slick black fur reflected against the sun as he cleaned his paws, purring ever so softly as he began to daze off. Enjoying his vacation far too much, the feline was attempting to cash in a few more hours of relaxation before he and Midori were put back out on the field. He was aware of the importance of today, but a cat needed his beauty sleep. Lowering his body and laying on his chest right as he tucked his paws beneath him, the feline gave a yawn before closing his eyes. An afternoon nap sounded good right about now, but unfortunately for Raiden, his nap would have to wait. 

"[color=lightblue]Su-su-su-[/color]"

The distant stuttering had forced the feline to crack an eye, as a frustrated grunt slipped from his thin lips. Catching sight of two familiar figures, one trudging down the neighborhood with the other in tow by the wrist, Raiden shot up from his post as he watched the two Shinobi enter the Nekoyama Estate. Hopping from the fence and running around the back of the Estate in a hurry, the black cat sped through the hallways as he traced and followed his companions scent. Almost drifting on the hardwood floor, the loud knock from the front door indicated the arrival of their new Sensei. Heavy shuffling echoed down the hallways as Raiden suddenly crashed into the wall. Finally finding Midori standing at the door of her parents room, the feline stared up at her with wide golden eyes as he finally panted out, "[color=fff79a]Midori! It's time![/color]"

Running to the front door and pulling her hair up into her usual ponytail, Raiden ran beside Midori as the two came to a sudden halt at the door. Grasping the knob and turning, her gaze was met none other than the Raikage's son. "[color=a36209]Nekoyama Midori. I've heard of your Medical skills and strength. I'll be your sensei starting today. We start now, come along.[/color]" 

Before she could give a formal introduction of herself, Midori's wrist was grabbed as she was tugged along behind her new Sensei. "[color=b9f6ca]Hey -- I can keep up by myself![/color]" Her words fell on deaf ears as her Sensei continued to pull her along, only noticing Toraburu once he began to pick at their new Sensei nerves as they continued down the street. Her golden eyes widened only slightly as she glanced at her cat-like teammate. She had gone to school with Toraburu, and while he didn't notice her all that much, Midori had grown a fascination for the other boy that seemed to grow into a slight obsession -- not that she'd ever admit it, of course. Her sisters would often tease her that she had a crush on him, but in all honestly, Midori just wanted to pet him. He reminded her of the more temperamental cats within the Nekoyama estate. Antisocial, hissing and scratching at anyone or anything coming near them. Just like them, Midori had built it up in her head that all Toraburu needed was a little tenderness and guidance. However, she was very aware of his personality. Getting close to him would be like touching hot iron, and in the end Midori knew she would only get burned. It was a strange situation to be in now that they were teammates, but she kept her mouth shut and turned her gaze away from the cat-boy as she focused on keeping up with her new Sensei as they stopped at two more houses and picked up two more teammates.
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Upon arrival at the village gates, Midori took the other teams into account, eyes narrowing in suspicion as she shot her Sensei an uncertain look. What was going on? The easy going gathering had quickly turned into a spectacle as Toraburu went on his familiar ranting, even going as far as attacking their sensei. As introductions were quickly coming to an end and further discussions were being brought up, Midori gave a small wave once everyone quieted down and all eyes fell on her.

"[color=b9f6ca]Ah -- My name is Nekoyama Midori,[/color]" She started off, stumbling over her words at first before she continued, "[color=b9f6ca]And this is my Ninneko companion, Raiden. Together we specialize in cooperative ninjutsu, while [i]I[/i] specialize in medical ninjutsu.[/color]" 

"[color=fff79a]Brag about it.[/color]"

Fighting back the urge to roll her eyes, Midori couldn't stop a hard scowl from pulling across her face as she shot a glare down at her companion. "[color=b9f6ca]Really? You're going to do this now?[/color]" Raiden ignored his companion, even going as far as raising his leg and beginning to clean himself. If all eyes weren't on her, Midori had contemplated punting the black cat clear across the village, but she held in this urge and instead continued her introduction. "[color=b9f6ca]Anyway, I hope our skills can be beneficial. We look forward to working with you all.[/color]" Stepping back as to emphasize she was done, Midori turned her gaze to Sutemasu as the jonin began to brief them on their first task as Chunin. 

Kirigakure, huh? She shifted eagerly in her spot, glancing down at Raiden as the feline gave her a similar interested look. It had been a while since they had travelled so far from Kumo, so the change of scenery would certainly be nice. Once the briefing was over and Sutemasu officially began the mission, Midori adjusted her headband at the top of her head and followed Hageshi Sensei and the rest of her team out of the village.