Snow That Never Falls

Long after Princess Yukie's supposed assassination, Yukigakure fell into another harsh winter. Devious council members forced a democracy upon the plaguing village forcing people to partake in heavy taxation. Which, of course, lead to an enhance of technology at their expense. Kirigakure had long invested in their progression seeing a powerful support of sorts. But as they grew stronger, so did there egos. Which lead to their near demise at the hands of a demon...

Prologue
Muzai's voice trailed off as he finished the letter brought in on a snow white hawk. A unique species native to only such lands. A long Mizukage robe draped over his half bare body, revealing tribal tattoos. His hair had not reached full length yet. But his gold and silver eye shined in his surrounding dark atmosphere. "Gutsy move, Yukigakure." He whispered. The letter slid across his desk, stopping in front of his chair. Outside his massive window, people slowly moved throughout busy streets. They were new to Muzai's administration. It had came harder than a flash flood. gifted children walked the streets in confidence. Wearing kimono's made of unique, expensive silk. Mothers covered in gold and other precious metals. Every choice, they hesitated. Just a year ago, masked shinobi hunted them down. And now, those of gifts reached higher status's day by day.

"What does it mean my lord?" His loyal servant, draped in ripped rags bowed behind her lord. Skeletal arms revealed. "Why would they break such a treaty?" His student, young yet graceful, stood in a dark corner shrouded in silence. Her tongue flicking across her razor sharp teeth.

"An alliance is more than written words. It is an agreement, a friendship, and in some cases, words bounded by blood. But in a world of different countries, different alliances form. Naturally some stronger than others. The strongest alliances are one built with smaller villages support. As they can give more to their protectors; especially in times of war." Muzai walked towards his desk and took out a inked feather. "No one wants to side with the losing side. Back when, he ruled, Kirigakure had already reached a superpower. Not as big as I will make it-but still quite large nonetheless. When I stole this hat, I planted seeds of doubt into many hearts. They know I am building this village from scratch. If we are attacked while doing so, then their will be heavy losses. It sucks that I'm not the type to lose."

"We received information that Yukigakure embezzled sleeper agents deep inside Kirigakure's system." Zai received various reports from Muzai's own spies. "I heard Edese had a wonderful time with her new playthings."

Isonade smirked. She knew where this headed. She has seen her lord like this many times. "So when should I start packing?" Her voice sensual and confident.

"Now."