Italics - Thinking
Bold - Deity Voice/Jutsu
"Papa, look!" The voice of a little girl echoed throughout the field in which her father was working, books and scrolls were litter around the forest floor, where a man sat, now looking over his shoulder to gaze over at the girl. Said girl was running towards him with her hands outreach, her silver hair flowing in the wind. The man smiles and turns his body, his blue eyes closing as he opens his arms for her to run into. She falls into the strong arms easily, giggles escaping her mouth making her two whisker like marks on both sides of her cheeks dance. The man embracing her laughs at the sight of his daughter, his heart filling with joy as it does every time he sees her.
"Kiko-chan, what are you doing here? And all alone too." The man questioned, a hint of concern lacing his voice only for it dry out as he looked over the shoulder of his daughter. Silver hair that reflected off the sun came from a man that stood across the field, his charcoal eyes locking onto his own as a bright smile made its way to his lips.
"But papa, Kiko didn't come alone! Daddy came too. Look!" With that, the silver haired girl pulled away from his embrace to point to where her other father was. The silver haired man had managed to close some distance between them and sat down on the grass near the blonde. He gave the man his own smile before leaning in to brush his lips against a whiskered mark cheek. "Maa, did you really think I would let Kiko-chan come all the way here alone? Where is your faith in me, Naru?" The sliver haired man mocked, placing a hand over his heart as if his lovers' lack of faith did truly hurt him. Kiko laughed at her father before settling down onto the lap of her Papa.
The blonde rolled his eyes at his lover as he ran his fingers through the silver locks of his daughters' hair, gazing down at her with a smile on his lips. With all his years in this world, he had never found such a child that can fill him with joy the way she did. He remembers the day his lover had found her deep within the forest, lost, alone, and scared. He had gained her trust with his dogs before picking her up into his arms and bringing her to their home, where they had overlooked her physical and mental health. Those were dark times for them both, but in the end they had managed to save the girl they now thought as their own.
A weight suddenly settled on his shoulder and when he turned his head, he was met with the softness of silver hair. It tickled at his chin and he had to hold in a soft chuckle, wondering if his daughter and lover weren't really related in terms of using him as a pillow at every chance they got. Glancing back over to the scrolls and books that laid on the ground, he went back to his work, resuming his reading from where he left off. Calming minutes passed by in silence, the only sound being the sound of soft breathing and the flip of a page from one of his books. A rustle was heard in the wind and as it told him its message, he looked up toward the sky, the once cloudless sky becoming dark and grey in a matter of minutes.
"Kashi." He called to the other male, though he didn't need to as the man was already looking at the same direction as him. A growled escaped his throat, the whisker marks on his cheeks became more feral as the pupil in his eyes turned into slits.
"I know. I sense it too." The other whispered.
Darkness crept up on them as if they were its prey, shadows lurking from the trees seemed to move around them. Both males became alert at the sudden danger they were in and stood with Kiko in Naruto arms. Kiko looked between both her parents, seeing how serious they were and decided to hide her face in her Papa's neck. Arms tighten around her, knowing it was a promise that she would be protected no matter what by her fathers.
The blonde shot the other man a look and when his silver haired lover nodded at him, they took off running at speeds that would put other gods to shame. As much as Naruto wanted to turn around and fight the enemy, he knew that he couldn't afford to danger his daughter. His lover knew this too. Though, even if they were able to turn around and fight, neither of them would be sure of the outcome. This enemy, while familiar, was also powerful. It took down many villages and many powerful beings. No one knew where it came from or who was controlling it. Anyone who valued their life would had ran instead of fighting this enemy.
From the corner of his eye Naruto could see the shadows that followed them along the trees. A hiss in the air was heard and when he turned his head, blue eyes widen when he saw dark claw like fingers stretching towards him. Quickly he jumped out of the way, landing on a tree branch only to continue his escape from there. Kakashi soon join him on the branches, making sure he was in eyeshot to not worry his lover.
We'll never make back like this.
Glancing at the girl in his arms, he made his decision. "Kakashi." He breathed, coming to a stop on a branch to turn towards the mas. The latter quickly followed his action, ready to scold the man to stop at a time like this when suddenly Kiko was pressed against his chest, holding onto him tight. With a look towards the blonde, he felt his heart quicken in pace. "What are you-" He was cut off when a gust of strong wind pushed him and Kiko off the branch and onto another that put a good distance between him and his lover.
On the branch where he had stood before, Naruto stood with his arm outstretched to Kakashi. "Get to the house and get it ready! I'll hold them off as best as I can and join up with you after. Now go!"
With one last look towards the other, Kakashi nodded before taking off again. Kiko whimpered against his hold, her face turned to glance over his shoulder as she watched the form of her Papa become smaller and smaller the more distance they put between them.
"Papa is coming back right?" Her voice was small and laced with fear. She didn't want to lose one of her parents to whatever these things were. Kakashi kept silent, trying to will away the part of him that wanted to turn around and fight beside his lover. But he couldn't. Not when he had Kiko in his arms and danger was right behind them.
"You better come back, Naruto." He growled, running at a speed that left him just as a flash of silver.
Coming upon the small house they made home for the last ten years, he kicked in the front door before running towards the main room. Setting Kiko down near him, he got out a brush and ink, moving furniture out of the way as he went to make sure the center of floor was clear. Getting onto his knees, he dipped the brush into the ink and started working on the seal Naruto had taught him how to draw.
As fine lines marked the wooden floor below him, a large explosion was heard from outside. Vibrations were felt from beneath his finger and with a deep breath, he continued to make the seal, ignoring the shaking ground below him. A presence was felt behind him and before he could turn around to defend himself and Kiko, a wind blade struck the shadow figure, cutting it in half.
"How its going?" Naruto asked as he came into view, scratches littering his face and arms. Blood tickled down his face but he didn't seem bothered by it. After all, those were just minor wounds that would heal in just an hour or so.
"Almost done. I'm making the last line." Kakashi said as he turned back to the seal, dipping the brush back into the bowl before bringing it back out and finishing the last touch. "Done." He mumbled, setting the brush down beside him. A shoulder bumped into his, making him turn only to find his lover kneel down beside him, along with Kiko who was clenching his lovers shirt.
"Let's hurry. I can sense they're not far from here."
With a nod towards each other, they both took in a deep breath. "By the power of Kami, please protect us." Both pairs of eyes closed as they clapped their hands together. On their faces, the look of concentration can be clearly shown. The room became tense as two powerful energies settled in. Visible energy surrounded both males, circling around them in great speed. The colors of blue and red mixing together as they became one.
"NIGERU SEAL ACIVATE!"
Eyes open to reveal red and white as hands slammed down onto the seal. The energy in the room being swallowed into the seal. When the last bit of their Shakti was drained, they both took let out breaths of relief as the seal began to glow bright. Naruto stood shakenly, the drain of his power making him weak, though he couldn't help but pushed himself until he was certain that his family was safe. Taking Kiko into his arms, he set one foot into the seal before he stopped.
Tips of black blades poked through his chest, blood coating the blade as it flexed its tips into his skin and pulled back. A scream was heard as they were removed from him. One that didn't come from him. Eyes widen with sudden realization and to his horror, the sight before him was one he wanted to never see. Limp in his arms was Kiko, blood staining the white dress she had on. Shock took over him when he couldn't sense a heartbeat, his body becoming paralyzed. He couldn't move or speak. He was useless. He felt the blades racing to him, wrapping around his body before they lifted him up and throw him like a ragdoll against the wall.
"NARUTO!"
Screaming. Somebody was screaming.
With a groan, he opened his eyes to see lightening crackle around him. By the seal stood Kakashi, his hand outstretched towards the numbers of dark creatures surrounding them. Through his darkening sight, he could the silver haired man injured with cuts and scratches on his body. Lightening crackling around his body as he tried to hold off the enemy.
It's no use, Kashi.
The strain from activating the seal was draining them. He would see the way Kakashi's lightening would disappear only for him to summon it again. He knew his lover wouldn't be able to keep it up. While they may technology be immortal, it didn't mean that there was a loophole in the mix. "You idiot." He growled, breaking the paralyzing spell on him. He lifted his hand and with the last bit of his power, he summon the great winds to aid him. The creatures were thrown off their feet, but most were more powerful than that. To them, this was just child's-play. His eyes landed on the tiring man near the seal, his name leaving his lips.
Black met blue as he offered a small smile before he waved his arm.
I'm sorry.
With that Kakashi was forced into the seal and swallowed by the blinding light. Cries came from the creatures as the power from the seal fell over them before dying down. With the light no longer visible, his eyes turned towards the limp figure of his adopted daughter, tears welling up in his eyes as he took in the pool of blood around her.
Kiko…Forgive me.
His vision clouded and the darkness finally took over. Naruto's hand fell to the ground as he lost the battle to stay conscious. With one final thought, he surrendered himself to the enemy.
Kakashi…Live...
