Wow, I loved the emotion in this. It was so detailed. Even the little things you write about just add to the entire scene, and it really helps to make everything seem that much more realistic.

The shinobi oath had me choking up a bit, just because I can only imagine how the other ninja of Seishen must feel, let alone Ren and Gaara at this point. Loved Gaara's reaction to that, by the way.

The very ending, where Naomi was praying really made my heart clutch. It was sad to hear one of the reasons she prays, but then again, it was really honorable, and I really liked that.

Well done on yet another wonderful chapter. I was just about to go to sleep when I saw this, and I just had to read it. My eyes burn, but I don't care, it was well worth it. Great work!

Author's Response: Thank you for the lovely review. I did actually see this at the time and many times since, but every time I tried to reply I seen to have been getting 'stuck' on what to say. I suppose it's because when we talk about Naomi being 'honourable' and the shinobi oath, I always find so much I want to say, but can't... but then we've talked a lot about it on your website now too, so ;0). Meh, Naomi's a good girl: my 'noble warrior', as she is... She just seriously needs to remember that she's also a human at times...
I hope you felt better soon after reading it by the way and got a good night's sleep. ;0) I was kinda worried to hear about your eyes burning. You must have been very tired...