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A sickening silence descended on the village lane after Sakura's voice cut through it, each word a deliberate poison aimed at Nikki's isolation. The usual hum of Konoha life ceased. Kankuro stood rigid, rage simmering in his clenched fist. My own book tumbled from my hand, the mundane sound absurdly loud in the quiet. I could only stare, one eye wide behind my mask, grappling with the viciousness from my own student. Iruka shifted beside me, ready to step in. Gaara had already closed the small distance to Nikki's side, his presence a silent bulwark. Temari's hatred for Sakura was a visible, burning thing. And then, from the gathering shadows, the Fourth Raikage and Killer Bee emerged. They moved to flank Nikki, their large hands settling on her shoulders with a protective finality, their…