Author's Note: And here I am again with another fic. This time a Naruto one starring our very own Copy ninja, Hatake Kakashi along with the others and an old time friend who went missing for countless years so hope you guys enjoy it! Please Read and Review. Thank you
Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto and its characters, they all belong to Kishimoto-sama
Another Shot
Chapter 1: The Return
Studying. During the years that she had been gone it was the only thing that she did. Traveling from one country to another as well as from village to village, the young medic acquired different kinds of knowledge when it came to the field of medicine. From studying different kinds of herbs, to poisons that can counter other poisons, as well to perform surgeries and transplants, Rin's overall medical knowledge enhanced greatly. After all, even when she was still with her team, she already excelled as a medical ninja. The common knowledge that she had acquired during her stay in Konoha as part of Team four helped her greatly up to this day.
A few months ago, Rin had begun wandering once more, traveling to different countries in order to further her studies. Having been a free lance medic gave her the chance to practice what she had learned and thankfully enough, she had been successful when it came to treating her patients. And now that she was on the go again, her feet had brought her back to a more familiar country— The Fire country.
Obscured in a long ash colored cloak, her hood was safely secured over her head in order to shield her face from the dust and debris that the wind carried as it blew. Having passed the Wind country previously, it was a good defense from the sand. Looking around the new country that she had arrived in, the expression in her eyes softened. She recognized the place instantly, memories of their former missions had played in her mind. How they would usually take on tasks that had been situated outside the village and further into the borders. The moment she took another step, it was automatic. As if in a slight daze, she was threading back to the path that led towards her home.
After a few minutes walk, her eyes traveled down the road and up to a huge gate. Her heart pounded loudly against her chest. Finally she was in the village hidden within the leaves. She was back in Konohagakure. Upon entering the massive gates, Rin was stopped by two of the guards that were on post. Constantly being interrogated, Rin answered all questions that had been thrown at her like, her name, and the village she belonged too. Surprisingly enough when she said that she had formerly belonged to Konoha, their brows raised in skepticism due to the fact that they have never seen her before. For now, she was allowed to enter knowing that an ANBU would soon do further interrogation.
As she resumed her walk, she came upon the check point as to where the ANBU was waiting. Upon seeing her, she was asked to remove all possessions that were constantly attached to her. The cloak would be taken off, the bag deposited for inspection and other materials had to be submitted for checking. Once the things have been taken away, the ANBU would trace his hands over her frame, inspecting for any weapons that she may have been hiding. None. He found none. The first step of the interrogation had been done. The next would then proceed. The cloak was inspected as well and had passed the inspection, the bag was opened and the contents were removed. It had contained several medical pouches, senbon needles, a kunai holster, and some other medical items. From these, she was assessed to be a medicl nin. The weapons were regarded as basic shinobi tools. Still the search went on. The pockets of the bag was inspected as well, to the surprise of the ANBU, a familiar hitai ate was in it.
A Konoha nin?
He asked himself as he glanced at the waiting female. He found it strange though. An outsider having one of their symbols; he found it rather perplexing, but he had to concentrate on the task at hand. The last pocket was then searched. A few papers as well as calculation sheets were found, nothing harmful. And then another thing caught his eyes, a photo that was taken a long time ago. The quality dictated that fact, but he was more startled to see the people on it. Quickly tucking all things back in its proper place, the ANBU returned her things.
"You can pass."
He stated the words in a monotonous tone, his face hidden under the ANBU mask that he wore while a small nod was given as a sign that it was indeed alright to pass. Rin would then slip her cloak back on, along with her hood, slung her back pack behind her again and begin to walk pass the check station. It cant be…can it? The interrogator thought as he watched the young medic walk off.
Walking the streets, she looked around. There had been some changes to the place. Gazing at the distant view, the rock mountain on which the faces of the previous Hokages were engraved caught her attention.
"Minato-sensei…"
She mused softly as she looked at the forth face that was etched onto the mountain. Even after such a long time, she had never forgotten the face of not only her mentor but a valuable friend as well. And then it came to her. She remembered something very important. Making her way towards a flower shop that had been on sight, she took out some money from her pockets and bought some white flowers. She remembered that he liked them as well.
As if etched in her memory, Rin made her way to one specific place where she could find her comrade. And as she walked, she found herself standing in front of a monument where the names of those who have died in battle were engraved. Further approaching the stone, she kneeled down in front of it and placed her purchased flowers down, a lone finger tracing one name that had been a big part of her life as a shinobi.
"Uchiha Obito."
Traced her lips as well as her fingers. Soon after, she would pull her hood back as to expose her face before clasping her hands together to offer a prayer for the friend she hadn't seen in so many years. After that incident, the next mission Rin took on gave her the status of MIA. Not being able to come back due to injuries as well as some other personal reasons.
Offering a solemn prayer for the friend, she also reminisced the time that they all spent together, as well as the time when Obito had passed away. Somehow she felt bad, even in death, Obito kept on thinking of protecting her.
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"Kakashi…take care of…Rin…"
I heard him say. Obito's body lay under a pile of boulders, the entire right side of his body crushed. I was there beside him by that time…after finishing the transplant. I didn't want to leave his side. Kakashi had responded to his words then.
From above I could hear that the fighting had begun once more. I could see glimpses of their bodies moving as well as the sounds of the intense battle that had ensued from above. I began to panic when I saw the enemy look down at us, but it was Obito's voice, telling me to relax that had calmed me down. He knew that there was nothing to worry about. He trusted Kakashi, he knew he would prevail. Suddenly, the view had changed, from the enemy to my comrade's face who looked down the hole that we were in.
"Kakashi…Take…Take Rin…Hurry get out of here…The…enemy's reinforcements…are coming…for sure…"
"…"
Obito's voice chimed again. He was already having a hard time to speak, but nonetheless he was still making an effort to save us. Kakashi didn't say a word and all I could do was mention his name again. I held his hand but he took draw it back. He said everything would be alright. As I look up I saw a hand extended towards me, Kakashi had told me to grab onto his hand. I looked back at my fallen comrade…I was hesitant to leave him there until I heard his voice calling out my name again. It was then that I took hold of Kakashi's hand. Not a minute too soon, rocks crumbled down the hole, trapping Obito's body inside, further crushing it.
"Obito!"
I called out as I saw the collapse, tears had welled in my eyes as I watched the scene.
"Rin… I'll handle these guys…While I'm doing that, escape."
I was temporarily pulled out of my thoughts when I heard Kakashi's voice, telling me to escape, but of course I protested. I cant, I just couldn't let him face everything alone. I couldn't run away when he was there fighting.
"I'll look after you for Obito…Because of that I'll protect you even if I die. Rin…Obito liked you…loved you…you were important to him…Because of that I'll protect you through life and death."
"Then Kakashi… My feelings…"
"I…I was once the kind of trash that would abandon you…"
He explained as he began to concentrate his chakra again onto his palms. Even in death Obito cared so much for me…and yet, I neglected how he felt. It in turn made me feel bad. While Obito was busy caring for me, I was busy caring for Kakashi. But this time I knew what I had to do…If Obito wanted Kakashi to protect me, then I'll do the same for him. I would do all I could to protect Kakashi, for Obito.
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Rin would then come to a stand as she kept on looking at the monument. She decided to stay there for a while, continuing to remember their past as comrades. Not reminiscing to hurt about the past, but to enjoy good memories that their experiences offered.
Today was a new day, there was no need to be sad from what had happened in the past, instead, keep on smiling and living life the way they wanted. She knew Obito would have liked the thought very much, and would have done the same.
"Its been a while…"
A relatively familiar voice echoed from behind her. Rin's face lit up as she turned around fully.
"Indeed it has."
She spoke, smiling softly like she always used too.
A/N: And that's it for chapter one How'd it go? Drop a line and tell me what you think.