The Third Hokage, against Danzo's wishes, convinced the Hyuga clan to make a peace offering to the Uchiha, one of their choosing; eventually, with the Hokage's approval, they arrange a marriage between Itachi Uchiha and Hinata Hyuga. This is the aftermath. Non-massacre AU, eventual ItaHina. REVISION ONGOING. OLD VERSION STILL UP IN FULL ON AO3 UNDER SAME USERNAME AS MY FFN.

"Mythic" AU. In the house by the river, a nightmare resides. The guardian's presence signals a change in the tide. In the room in the back, she is accused by the bride. The snake himself takes his time to bide. Incomplete. (cover art by yours truly)