Naruto raced as fast as his six year old legs could take him. He was currently tracking the ninja that took someone from the village. He wouldn't let the man get away. No matter what! So with a determined grunt, Naruto pressed on. He made it to the coast where the man stood with the package held tightly under his arms. The package was struggling and the man seemed to be waiting for something when Naruto caught up to him. Naruto sprinted up to him with a raised fist and a war cry. The man spun around a bit surprised as he dropped the package and kicked Naruto square in the chest.
"You idiot child," The man said as he sighed. "What in the world are you thinking?"
"I can't allow you to take who ever that is!" Naruto yelled as he struggled to pull himself up. "As a future ninja in training I will protect those in the village with my life!"
"As short as it may seem?" Said the man as he pulled out a Kunai. The young girl in the package finally pulled the restraints over her head and was pulling herself out of the bag. She glanced at her savior and her breath hitched. It was the same blond that saved her earlier that week against the bullies. The kid charged head strong as ever towards the Kunai wielding man only to receive a slash across his chest.
"Face it kid," the man said as he spun the Kunai and slammed the blunt end into the back of the kids head. "You're out of your league."
Naruto grunted in pain as his world faded into darkness. His last memory was of the young violet haired girl staring at him with hope in her eyes. Naruto fell into the sand of the beach, blood staining it. The Jonin kicked the kid into the air and he landed with a splash in the ocean. The girl gasped as she watched the man turn to her and smile.
"Now my Hyuga princess," He said with a smile. "we have a..Ugh!"
"You should never have tried to take my daughter!" Said a stoic voice as the man dropped dead before Hinata's eyes. Hiashi stared down at the dead man and dropped to his knees as his daughter ran into his arms. "Rest now my daughter."
"But the boy!" Hinata yelped. "He tried to save me again! He's hurt and the man kicked him into the Ocean!"
"I can't see him." Hiashi said as he activated the blood line. "Who was this boy?"
"He had blond hair," Hinata said as she looked out towards the ocean and started to cry. Her tears were flowing freely as she tried to get her bearings. Her savior, the young boy, had died because she was captured. She fell to her knees, blame and guilt weighing heavy on the young girl. "He was just trying to protect me! He didn't deserve to die!"
"Now now," Hiashi said as he scanned the water. He couldn't find any chakra signatures of any kind, sides from the natural chakra from the wild life. "It's not your fault."
"Yes it was," Hinata said as her eyes became cold. Hinata's entire 6 year old demeanor changed that very instant. She would send every last Kumo-nin to their grave for killing her savior. In order to that she would need to become stronger. "I'm too weak…."
"Ugh," Naruto groaned as he pulled himself up. He looked around and was completely taken aback. He was laying on a beach. He tried to think of what happened, but nothing was coming to mind. Then he became worried. "What is going on? Why can't I remember anything? Naruto….that's my name!"
Naruto tried to recall who or what happened but all he could remember was his name and an image of a scared girl with dark violet hair and lavender eyes. Beautiful lavender eyes. He slowly pulled himself to his feet, standing much like a new colt would. He wobbled and fell forward into the sand and hissed in pain. Across his exposed, sunburnt chest was a large gash that was almost healed, but still sore. He picked himself off the sand again and kneeled. He turned towards the ocean which was covered in a light fog as the morning sun began to break through.
That's when he saw it, sails as big as the clouds broke through the mist like a kunai through flesh. Naruto stared in awe as a grand ship came into view. And grand it was, with eighteen cannons lining each side and two swivel cannons at the bow. The bow bore a figurehead of a beautiful Mermaid holding a skull and sword at her side. The ship had three masts each with several sails and at the top was a large black flag with the skull and cross bones. Naruto followed the ship as it skimmed the coast, slowing down in what could only be called an inlet that the ship navigated skillfully. Naruto watched as the crew of men worked in unison to get the ship docked at what looked like a small village. The men anchored the boat and took in what looked like several row boats into shore. A man with a large red over coat and two swords strapped to his waste, was standing in the lead boat with his right foot settled on the bow of the row boat. He had what looked like a jug in his hand and was sipping on it with a smile.
Naruto couldn't help but feel a connection to the boat. He slowly made his way down the beach towards the inlet town. He was only a few hundred yards in when he heard the shouts and yells as the men begin to drink and play in the inlet town. Naruto walked quietly into the town that was filled with bars and what looked like trading post. Naruto watched as the man with the red coat walked around as if he owned the place. Naruto felt a pang inside him. For some reason he yearned for that kind of attention. Naruto stumbled out into the crowded street following the man in red as he sauntered past women, making them swoon and flicking a small coin towards a man who held a beer. The man in red grabbed the beer with a twirl and locked eyes with a shocked Naruto. The man stopped his parade and stared at the young boy who stood out in the crowded street like a sore thumb. He was being bumped and pushed around, but Naruto's eyes never left his. The man's eyes softened a bit as he sipped his beer. The boy seemed extremely malnourished and his body was completely sunburned, including busted lips, and a giant cut across his chest. Naruto finally got a good look at the man. Under the man's red coat, was a white button up shirt with several large golden buttons. Over his chest were two leather brown belts that had several muzzle loaded pistols. His dark black pants were silky looking and held his two swords at his sides. His knee high black boots had several buckles and seemed to click as he walked towards him.
"Boy what brings you to Sanctuary?" The man said as he walked towards him. He leaned forward and Naruto got a good look at the man. He had long brown hair tied back into a neat pony tail and his facial hair was trimmed into flawless mustache. Naruto fell forward a bit as exhaustion took over completely. "Troublesome child."
Naruto charged forward towards a blurry figure only to be kicked away. He looked up and saw her again. She was staring at him with teary eyes calling out to him. Naruto got up and charged again, only this time the man pulled a kunai. The man lunged towards him in a flash.
Naruto awoke with a yell, but this time he was in a bed. Naruto slowly pulled himself into a sitting position and that's when he looked outside. Ocean. Naruto sprang to his feet and rushed to the window. He stared out as the boat cut through the water like a knife through butter. Naruto heard the caw of seagulls that were following the ship out. Naruto turned when he heard the sound of the door opening. The man with the red coat walked in with a basket with water and apples.
"I see you're up!" The man said with a regal voice and a kind smile.
"Thank you," Naruto croaked out with a cough. The man laughed a bit and handed him the jug of water.
"Now that you're awake," The man said. "I am Captain Gang Nara of the Intrepid Runner. You are on my ship. We are making a run towards the Mist Islands. Now you know where and who I am, would you do me the pleasure and indulge me in who you are?"
"I don't remember," Naruto said as he lowered his head. He noticed that they bandaged his chest and gave him new clothes to wear as well. They were large and didn't fit right but he was wearing a loose white button down shirt that was open exposing his chest and old brown pants that were tied to his waist with a rope belt. "I do know that my name is Naruto."
"Well Naruto, it's a pleasure to meet you," Captain Nara said as he handed the boy a green apple. The boy devoured the apple with a happy smile. "Now that we've gotten introductions out of the way, Why was a young boy like you in Sanctuary?"
"I.." Naruto began but Captain Nara held up his hand.
"Finish before you speak," Captain Nara said with a smile. Naruto swallowed the hunk of apple and wiped his mouth. The Captain motioned for him to continue.
"I can't remember," Naruto said as he stared out the window and out over the sea. "I do remember a girl. A very pretty girl with lavender eyes and violet hair. Do you think she will remember who I am?"
"Lavender eyes you say?" Captain said as his brown eyes began calculating.
"Yes!" Naruto yelled as he leaned forward. "And dark, purple hair."
"I hear you I hear you," The Captain said as he leaned back in his chair. This boy was from his old village, for he knew only of one type of clan that had those traits. If he was from the village and knew a Hyuga, he must have been a Ninja in training. He would become a valuable asset to his crew if trained properly. He looked down at the eager young boy and smiled as he leaned forward.
"I tell you what," The Captain said as he laced his fingers in front of his face. "I will strike a bargain with you. You serve me on this ship to the best of your abilities, and I will teach you what I know. When we find out who this mystery woman is you may part ways, if you wish."
"What am I going to learn?" Naruto asked as Captain Nara smirked and walked out the door. Naruto followed and they arrived outside. Naruto inhaled deeply, taking in the salty air, crisp breeze, and sound of caws from the birds overhead. Naruto and the captain walked the wooden ship towards the bow. The crew nodded to the Captain as he shouted orders to the crew. The sails became completely loose and the ship lurched forward at top speed. Naruto stared out over the bow and towards the horizon where something small was slowly coming into view.
"To be a Pirate!" Captain Ning said as he pointed over the bow and towards a now visible ship.
Hello all,
So yes! Ninja Pirates it is! So I had this idea in my head for a while and now just put it on paper. I'm throwing this out there to see if anyone likes it and if i should continue. Please let me know how you guys like it by dropping a review. And yes i know i have my other projects that haven't been updated in sec...minute...day...year...whatever, just know i apologize for that, but know the others will come.
Thanks,
Take-It-Easy
