FINALLY! I have spent the past days reading this entire story to catch up and I LOVE IT! The drama, romance, action, the actual art itself- it's all brilliant! I've cried at least twice through this already and can't wait to see what you have in store next. You have me hooked and I am looking forward to the next chapter!
Looks like those idiots forgot that Leaf ninja protect their own. That means that even if Hotaru did not ask for help, and does not want it. She'll end up getting help anyway.
Your drawings are soooooo amazing.