Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto or the characters, except one XD. Kakashi is mine, strapped to my bed at home.

Ok guys this is my first FF, and I'm sorry its so short, but this summers been busy. Hopefully you'll leave reviews? Give me any suggestions or comments .

On with the story…

Loving Through Pain

Ch. 1: A New Mission

"The mission I have assigned you and your former students is dangerous, but they are currently the strongest Chuunins in Konoha," Tsunade, the Hokage told the silver-haired Jounin.

"And what exactly is the mission?" asked Kakashi, the usual bored expression on the fraction of his face not covered by his mask and hitae-ate.

"You, Naruto, Sakura, Sasuke and three other Jounin are to go west and get me information on a new group, Toskouri. ANBU has received anonymous hints that have led us to believe Orochimaru is behind this organization." Tsunade informed him gravely. (A/N: Sasuke has been back from Orochimaru for a year in this story)

"Orochimaru…? Are you sure you want Sasuke along on this mission?" Kakashi questioned the Hokage. The last thing he wanted was for the dark-haired teen to be taken once again.

Tsunade saw the worry in his eye and smiled gently. "Kakashi, please believe in him. I know it's hard for you, but if Sasuke-kun is truly loyal to Konoha then he will help us and fight against Orochimaru with all his might," the Fifth reassured him.

The Jounin's gray eye upturned slightly, indicating to Tsunade that he was giving a weak smile. "Hai, Hokage-sama. What time should we be ready?"

Be at my office tomorrow at six," she replied, waving her hand to indicate he could leave.

Kakashi walked out the door, shutting it as he went.

Tsunade resumed her paperwork. Hearing the door open once more, she chose to ignore her visitor.

"Oi, Hokage-sama." She looked up from her work to see Kakashi's body halfway through the door, a gloved hand rubbing his silver hair. "Arigatou," he said, and disappeared.

Kakashi walked away from the Hokage tower with his hands in his pockets, deep in thought.

Tsunade had told him everything should be all right, but he couldn't help but worry about his former student.

What if Sasuke were captured again? Orochimaru had a mere two years to wait before he could transfer to another "container", preferably for Orochimaru, Sasuke's body.

If that happened, it would be all over for the raven-haired teen. His life would be over, before he achieved any of the goals in his life. No, he had only one goal. Before he chose any other goals for his life.

The Jounin knew he would blame himself if that ever happened.

Why did Hokage-sama have to give them this mission? The man rubbed his silver hair once more, this time in frustration.

Remembering that before he could go home, the Jounin had to inform the three of their new mission, he headed for Naruto's home.

Once Kakashi had reached Naruto's door, he hesitated. How would Naruto react to the Hokage's order?

There was also Sakura to deal with. The man groaned inwardly. At least she wasn't swooning over Sasuke anymore.

Well, he thought, I might as well get this over with…

"Oi, Naruto!" called Kakashi, as he pounded on the door, the bangs echoing through the narrow halls of the apartment complex and receding into the night. This had been going on for at least 20 minutes.

"Damn…" the Jounin cursed under his breath, taking a few steps backward. He prepared to charge the door.

Starting at a run, he angled his shoulder towards the door at an angle so that it would connect with the door and force it open.

The Jounin took a deep breath as his shoulder connected with…. air?

Kakashi tripped and fell to the floor, landing on his shoulder painfully.

"Oi, Kakashi-sensei, what are you doing here?" questioned a sleepy Naruto, rubbing his eyes and adjusting his silly sleeping hat.

Well, I hope that was a good enough beginning. And be patient people, the yaoi is coming up! XD thanks for reading! Reviews will help for a faster update…