Thank you guys for the kind reviews for the previous chapter , they have inspired me to make this new chapter exponentially better than the last one , People who think the story is moving too fast please be patient on the next 5 chapters everything will be cleared. I am going to use moves from Rurouin Kenshin, so if you have problem understanding the moves please use wiki .Please read and review. the chapter is a bit short sorry about that.

The air in the dojo was tense, the tension was so thick that Apachai was eating it like a cotton candy; sorry my mistake that really was cotton candy, come to think of it where did he get it from? For the sake of your sanity I think it's better if you don't know.

The masters were still trying to stomach the fact that a Stranger had enough gall to challenge one for their fellow master for a duel for marriage, being quite famous the dojo was used to being challenged for its sign but challenge for marriage it was really unusual and rare even at Ryozanpaku standards.

The fact that the masters were not quite happy about the challenge was clearly seen when they were having tea .The glares that Naruto was receiving from the masters would have made a lesser man back out. The fact that Naruto was sitting a one side and rest of the masters on the other was also a form of psychological attack , but Naruto was not a lesser man he had been in situation more dangerous than this even before he had hit puberty .

The Brash 100 Dan karate master Sakaki was drinking beer at the side even though he didn't utter a word, his face betrayed him showing a multitude of emotions he was feeling ranging from love to rage, after all Shigure was part of the family and family looked after each other even though she did not need to be looked after.

The master of all Chinese kenpo Ma Kenshi and the philosopher jujitsu master Akisame were studying the man with an intense glare trying to dissect him by their vision and find out what kind of man Naruto was.

Akisame was the one who had brought Shigure to Ryozanpaku; Even though the world had a different opinion Akisame blamed himself for the death of Shigure's father and therefore he felt compelled to take care of her, and with the course of time the felling became more of a habit and instinct than duty and before he knew it she had occupied the place of a daughter in his heart.

Even though the masters were planning a brutal death of the challenger in their mind they did not utter a single word, they knew that the decision was totally Shigure's after all she was a grown women and a talented martial artist master.

All of the members of dojo were silently waiting for Shigure's answer except Apachai who was currently explaining the situation to Miu in his own language.

"I won't let you "Kenichi shouted out, breaking the silent and serious atmosphere of the room, everyone in the room turned towards the disciple, Kenichi's face featured an angry look, if looks could kill then the blond shinobi would have died a thousand time by the intensity of the murderous looks that Kenichi was sending towards him, but it's rather hard to look imposing while you are forced to run in a pin wheel like a lab rat.

Naruto decided to humour the little brat,

"You won't allow what? "He asked innocently

"This stupid bet, I will absolutely not allow it, it so wrong… the condition for a marriage should be love ,respect and mutual understanding not a fight, its barbaric and inhuman "Kenichi shouted, rage could be clearly seen in his eyes .

The other masters didn't comment on the situation, Even though they totally agreed with Kenichi's words. But they knew that the decision was totally Shigure's and she as a Martial artist and an independent women, had to decide on her own (not like Karin she is a disgrace to women god I hate her).

"So naïve and narrow minded "Naruto said with a sigh

"What did you say? " Kenichi gritted his teeth

To a person like Kenichi, whose dream in life was to end up marrying with person he loved 'cough Miu cough'and have a happily ever after, Naruto's actions were like a challenge to him and his belief. Hearing himself being called narrow-minded was like watching someone spitting on his dreams and ideals.

Kenichi gritted his teeth so hard that it could have been heard for miles .

"Your way of thinking is too naïve and flawed, you think there should be love before marriage but what you don't know is that love and mutual understanding can be easily developed with time, but It's not your fault thinking like that after all, your young and at that age where every attractive girl is your soul mate, but I am not a hormonal high-school teenager nor is she we are martial artist and our world does not work like that "Naruto said

The master were quite satisfied by Naruto's answer as it spoke in volumes about his character .

'At least he's ready to give love a chance after marriage 'Akisame thought as he released a breath in relief.

But Naruto was not done yet; he turned his attention from Kenichi to Shigure and locked eyes with her.

"It is said that when two high level warriors cross blades, they not only exchange blows but can also reach their opponents heart and get a general understanding of them and their character. Don't you think it's the best way for each both of us to get to know each other huh Shigure-dono"

Naruto finished his statement and winked at Shigure.

Shigure had spent most of her life mastering her martial arts, so she never had any time for her feminine side; the fact that she never had any female role model in her life inhibited her growth as a female and being surrounded by men like Sakaki and Kenshin did not help. She had never gone to high school or something, therefore her experience in dating and boys was nearly zero.

Even though she never took part in it, she often listened to the gossips of the other girls in the public hot springs about the boys they like dresses etc . One thing she remembered from her trips to the hot springs was the fact that if a man proposes a woman that means he finds her attractive. This question started raving havoc in her mind, so being the blunt and straight forward women she was she blurted it out without a second thought.

"Do you …..Do you find me attractive "Shigure asked nervously?

Suddenly remembering where she was and what she had asked she turned red in embarrassment.

"it's not…. It's not like I care about your opinion " She lied awfully with a red face.

'liar ' Everyone in the room thought .

Hearing the question Naruto immediately froze, even though the question seemed to be a very simple one but alas, the answer could not be so. Naruto could easily sense traces of insecurity in her voice.

Naruto took his time in answering the question, with each passing moment Shigure was becoming more and more nervous, she could feel Naruto's eyes roaming her body and it made her feel hot for some reason.

For the first time in life she cursed herself for wearing such a tight and revealing outfit.

"Quite the question you have asked me Ojou-sama(my lady) "Naruto said with a smile

"I can understand very well why you asked that question, after dedicating your whole life to master your art you yourself have forgotten that you are a woman and think that people around you don't think of one "Naruto nailed it in one go , Shigure eyes widen at the declaration.

"Truth to be told I sought you out for your strength but its rather hard to not think of you as woman after seeing that beautiful chest of yours ,your beauty surpasses all my expectation I am pretty sure that you are one of the most beautiful women I have ever seen " Naruto replied

Hearing the flattering comment from the challenger Shigure couldn't help herself from smiling.

After thinking for a few moments Shigure replied.

"I accept your challenge "Shigure said softly, if not the wind it would have not been heard

"What ?" Kenichi shouted

"You can't be serious Shigure-san, you don't even know this person, what if he is some kind of physco-killer or something "Kenichi said in a voice full of panic.

"Your concern is highly touching but severely misplaced "Shigure said to Kenichi in a cold voice.

Kenichi turned towards the elder who was slowly sipping tea on the side.

"Elder you are not seriously thinking to let this madness continue do you?"

The elder laughed and brushed him off "ho ho ho youth is all about fighting against challenges … Ah to be young again "

"Oii… Gaki shut up and stop embarrassing yourself in front of guests will you " the 100 dan karate master Sakaki shouted out to Kenichi as he himself tried his best to not lash out .

Both the warrior got in their stances facing each other, the other master's, Kenichi and Miu were observing the match from the sides

"Anything goes, the first to surrender or gets knocked out losses the elder will be the referee for the match if it's ok with him "Naruto explained the rules or rather lack of rules for the match.

The tension in room was steadily increasing as the two opponents had a stare down; the KI in the air was so dense that Kenichi unable to resolve himself threw up.

'What's happening to me, so this is a real fight between two masters, the suspense is killing me (the same comment that Sasuke said when they met Zabusa) to get rid of this feeling I might kill myself'

"Are you alright Kenichi-san "Miu asked with concern in her eyes, the huge amount of KI in the sir was affecting her too, but on her travels with her grandpa she had faced a lot of life and death situation and hence had gotten more or less immune to it.

"Don't worry I will protect you "Miu said with a reassuring smile. Seeing her smile like that Kenichi was able to calm his nerves. He took deep breaths to sooth his nerves just like master Akisame had told him to do.

'It should not be like this, I must be the one protecting her not the other way around' Kenichi thought depressed . Suddenly he was blobbed on the head by Sakaki

"quit it bakamono (idiot) you are ruining the mood".

"HAJIME" the elder signalled to begin the match .

Both the fighter stood their observing their opponent, the battle of wills before the real battle . Naruto was the one who lost his patience first.

Using Shinsoku (god speed) Naruto covered the distance between them in a instant, with his sword still in sheath Naruto began his attack "Hiten mitsurugi ryu Sōryūsen" drawing the blade with lightning speed Naruto intended to cut Shigure in half . Shigure being no amateur herself successfully stopped the incoming blade with her own.

What Shigure was not expecting was the attack to be two-step , following the blade Naruto tried to land a strong blow using the sheath of the blade.

To Naruto's pleasant surprise Shigure had already seen the attack come and jumped back to avoid it.

" To be able to avoid my two step battōjutsu attack Sōryūsen you are really skilled Shigure-dono" Naruto said ,

Shigure ignored the comment and began her own counter attack, she stepped forward using her speed and momentum she slashed at Naruto's chest intending to cut him diagonally from the shoulder, Naruto blocked the incoming attack by raising his sword .

Both fighters were desperately trying to over-power each other, showing his superior strength Naruto pushed her off, not giving her a chance to recover Naruto began to push Shigure by a combination of strong slashes with the sword followed by quick swipe with the sheath.

Shigure was starting to become helpless under the merciless onslaught of offensive strikes 'must put some distance between us' she thought. Shigure was not called prodigy in weapons for nothing quickly avoiding another attack she jumped back and threw kunai knives at her attacker, hoping to surprise him and gain a few moments to plan her next move.

"What is the sword style that you use Naruto-dono "Shigure asked for two reason one to buy her some time and the other one was that she was genuinely interested to know about it .

"Hiten Mitsurugi-Ryu's principles are based on utilizing godlike speed, or Shinsoku, and precision to deal powerful blows that usually bring down foes with one shot. The swordsman must also be able to read techniques at an amazing pace as well as interpret emotions as a form of clairvoyance in order to accurately predict what an opponent will do. Combining those two elements with the speed and the precision allows me to subdue opponents before they ever act. That is the power of Hiten Mitsurugi-Ryu."

Hearing the explanation the masters were impressed, but the fact that they had never heard of such a powerful style bothered them.

"if it doesn't offend you Naruto-dono may I know why the style is not heard off " being such an effective style and all " Shigure asked

"it's rather unknown because its passed from master to student and is kept a secret from other, ENOUGH TALKING LETS FIGHT " with that Naruto and Shigure rushed forward with new vigour.

The fight continued, blades clashed with each other, the battle to others looked like a dance , a graceful and deadly dance . the other master were looking at the match carefully analysing the fight step by step , Kenichi who had never witnessed a fight between two master was mesmerised by the grace and beauty of the fight .

"Close your mouth Kenichi-san otherwise flies will make it their home " Miu said with a giggle

Naruto avoided another swing that would have taken his head , and jumped back

"You have quite the sad past Shigure-dono"

Another slash

"So have you "

A parry to save his neck literary .

"the loss of parents still haunt you do they "

A quick side-step followed by an attack.

"Speak for yourself Naruto-dono its you who still mourn them "

Another counter

"If it doesn't bother you may I call you Beni-hime "Naruto asked

"If I get to call you Naruto-kun " Shigure replied with a blush

Hearing both of them talk the elder laughed and commented "Looks like our little Shigure-chan has made a new friend ha ha ha "

Kenichi was dumbstruck 'They could understand each other that much with just one fight' he thought, Naruto's words echoed in his mind 'So this is what he was talking about, come to think about it when I and Miu spar against each other we never had any such revelation '.

"It's because you are not a high level fighter Kenichi " Kenshi said creepily.

Hearing his master call him a loser Kenichi started to cry anime tears with Apachai and Miu trying to calm him down .

Both of the fighters had been fighting for quite a while, both of them suffered some bruises and cuts but nothing threatening,

Both of the fighter were in a stalemate for quite a while, For Naruto's every attack Shigure had a counter, and her counter attacks were very swift and precise too .

'I can't use that move it's too dangerous and will kill her ' Naruto thought about the Nine-Headed Dragon Flash- A dashing attack that uses Shinsoku (godspeed) to simultaneously strike all nine vital spots on the foe's body. It is undodgeable and nearly unblockable. The ultimate move against a swordsman.

Thinking of a strategy, Naruto threw a smoke bomb creating a smoke screen. Surrounded by smoke, Shigure kept her senses at full alert to avoid any sneak attack.

The smoke cleared showing that naruto was now near them

By the time the Shigure noticed Naruto descending from the sky, it was almost too late as Naruto used a Hiten Mitsurugi-Ryu: Ryutsuisen (Flying Heaven Honorable Sword Style: Dragon Hammer Strike), using the free-fall from the height he had reached to multiply the force of his sword stroke.

Shigure had barely survived the attack side stepping , but could not block the next strike Naruto's blade was inches away from Shigure's neck.

"you were stronger and more graceful than I imagined but It looks like my win Beni-hime " Naruto said with drawing out the last word .

"YEAH DADDY WON NOW WE HAVE A MOMMY " A chorus was heard in the room surprising everybody .

"WHAT "

Muha ha ha cliff hanger no jutsu . ebil will rule go my dark ebil bunnies conquer the world by your fluffiness and of course ebilness .