Chapter 2: Taking the Bells!

"Good Shino. This allows me to assess your strengths and weaknesses so I can work better with you. I already know Hinata's skills well because I train her but I had her demonstrate so you could know her strengths. Now I'll demonstrate my skills." After about an hour of weapons, Taijutsu, Ninjutsu, and Genjutsu, Shino was astonished as Naruto was strong with everything a genin needs to know. In fact, he had skills he didn't show that were beyond the best of the leaf village's jōnin. Naruto promised to show these to Shino later. He was ready to take them to dinner. When they arrived they each ordered their meal.

"Listen up guys. Make sure you eat breakfast. Also pack a lot of tools. And Shino. The reason I had us train was so we could work as a team tomorrow. I know Kakashi said seven. Be there at seven but we will be late by about two hours. Don't listen to his excuse. He and I visit the grave sites to those we hold dear that have passed. Unfortunately my two I never got to meet. They died the day I was born."

"It's ok Naruto. I won't judge you. Hinata trusts you and I know she doesn't lie about someone. Your fine." Just then Hinata turned Naruto and gave him a hug.

"I love you Naruto."

"I love you Hinata." With that, they all went home. Naruto walked Hinata before walking all the way back across town to his apartment.

7:00 AM the Next Day

"I wish you were here mom and dad. I wish you could meet my family and Hinata. It's all my fault that you're not here anymore." Naruto began to sob.

Meanwhile…

"Here they come Shino. What? Why is Naruto crying? I'll be back." Hinata ran to Naruto and comforted him.

"Ah Hinata. Naruto and I…"

"You don't have to make an excuse. Shino know what you and Naruto do."

"Ok then…"

"What's wrong Naruto?"

"I'm sorry Hinata. It's one of those classified things. I wish I could tell you but I have to hold it in."

"It's fine Naruto. I'm here for you."

'He cries very little. And when he was in the ANBU so young, he saw and suffered things that would make a grown man cry. But talking to the parents he never met does this to him every time. It's a mystery.' Thought Kakashi.

"Glad to see you guys. For today's exercise, I want you to take these two bells from me. At least one of you will return to the academy. Fail to take the bells by noon, and you all fail. Good luck. Go!"

"Shino! Hinata! Follow me."

"Yes Naruto." they replied. They all ran and hid in the forest.

"Ok. He is trying to psyche you guys out. As long as we use teamwork, no one fails. Just help me. Distract him and I'll steal the bells." Naruto said drawing his broadsword. "Oh, and one more thing. Try to kill him. If you don't attack with the intent to kill, then you won't succeed. Go. I'm behind you."

"Yes Naruto." they replied.

Hinata and Shino went back to Kakashi and started the distraction. Hinata started using her gentle fist technique and her Byakugan. She aimed chakra palms at Kakashi's vital spots, although Kakashi blocked every attack. Shino sent a flurry of parasitic insects to keep Kakashi at bay. As the beetles Kakashi threw a poison bomb on the ground, smothering all of the insects. Once the poison haze cleared, Naruto activated his Sharingan and Byakugan which together he calls the Byakuringan and ran at Kakashi from behind. He twisted hand signs and yelled, "Water Style: Great Waterfall Jutsu!"

"What in the hell? What is your plan Naruto?"

"This!" He weaved more signs and yelled, "Earth Style: Achilles mud Prison Jutsu! " ((Achilles mud prison requires water to make wet ground.)) He weaved one last set of signs and yelled "Summoning Jutsu!" He looked at Cerberus and began to speak. "Cerberus. I need you to retrieve the bells from Kakashi. We are doing our first training as genin."

"Ha. You a genin? What is old man Hokage even thinking? There are Kage that wish they were you."

"Keep it down Cerberus. My bio is still classified."

"Oh yeah. Sorry Master. I'll be right back." Cerberus ran over to Kakashi. "How are you Kakashi?"

"Good. You Cerberus?"

"The same. I must take the bells from you. They are my orders."

"Very well. But you will still have to fight!"

"Very well! Fire Style: Fire Bullets Jutsu!" Fire balls began shooting out of all three of the large dog's mouths and surrounding Kakashi. Kakashi used a water wall jutsu to neutralize them when he saw the dog tackle him and rip the bells from his side."

"I see why Naruto chooses to summon you when in a tight situation. Have you introduced him to any other legendary mythic summons?"

"Not yet. His Summon ability hasn't come into full force yet. I'm the only summon he has currently but the boy will gain his clan's abilities and surpass all other Uzumaki."

"I look forward to that day. See you Cerberus."

"See you later Kakashi." Cerberus walked over to Naruto.

"Give them the bells Cerberus. They did the all of the hard work."

"As you wish master." He gave Shino his bell then looked at Hinata and spoke. "And who might you be?"

"I'm Naruto's girlfriend."

"Take good care of my master. His underestimation of himself will get him killed. He doesn't give himself enough credit."

"I will. Don't worry."

"Hey Cerberus?"

"Yes Master?"

"When I take out that bastard Orochimaru, I'll let you deal the final blow. As it stands, I believe you and him have unfinished business."

"That would be greatly appreciated. Now if you'll excuse me, I must return to guard the gates to Tartarus. Bye Master. You know what to do if you need me." Just then, Cerberus went up and flames and vanished without a trace.

"Naruto? Did he just say Tartarus? Is that really Cerberus?"

"Yeah. My closest friend introduced us and he took a liking to me so I can summon him whenever needed. Even though he is a three-headed demonic hell hound, he is a fun guy to hang around and he is nice."

"Eh Hem. Congratulations. You perfectly executed your teamwork. You never abandoned your friends. I am proud to announce that you all pass. Now as for being a team, your first mission is tomorrow. Meet me at the Hokage's office at 9:00. Naruto and I will be there waiting for you." With that, Kakashi went up in smoke.

"Be prepared for stupid missions. After our 8th mission I'll talk to the Hokage and see about getting a real mission."

"Uhm…Naruto? Can you explain?"

"Yes, Shino. I meant that our missions will be pulling weeds, catching cats, walking dogs, etc…After 8 missions I should be able to talk the Hokage into giving us a real mission."

"Ok."

"Do you want to hang out Hinata?"

"Yes, Naruto."

"See you tomorrow Naruto, Hinata."

"Wait Shino!"

"Yeah?"

"Come fully prepared for combat. One of the biggest ninja rules is to be prepared."

"Yes Naruto. By guys."

"Bye Shino." Naruto and Hinata said. Shino took off and Naruto and Hinata started walking.

"Hinata?"

"Yes Naruto?"

"Can you go with me to uncle Asuma's?"

"Yes. But why do you need to see him?"

"I have a question for him." Suddenly Naruto grabbed Hinata's hand and they disappeared in a puff of smoke.

"Naruto. How nice of you to drop in."

"Uncle Asuma!" Naruto runs up and hugs him. "I have a favor to ask and I hope you can assist me."

"What is it?"

"You know your chakra blades?"

"Yes. They were designed for me. What about them?" Naruto pulls out his katana and broadsword.

"Could you get me chakra swords identical to these three? We get assigned our first mission tomorrow and I have a really bad feeling about it."

"I can have them to you by tonight. My blacksmith owes me a favor."

"Thanks uncle Asuma." Naruto hugs him. "Hinata and I are going on a date so just drop them off at my house. Here is the spare key." Naruto throws him the key.

"I will. Bye Kiddo. Bye Hinata."

"Bye Asuma." Hinata disappeared in a puff of smoke holding Naruto's hand.

"Let's go to the park, Hinata."

"Ok Naruto." The two walked off towards the park…

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