Konohamaru and the konoha ninja chronicles

Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto or any of its characters, only Masashi Kishimoto does.

I have added characters from other cartoon animes here as well such as avatar, inuyasha, yuyu hakusho, tenchi muyo, dragon ball z and from tenchu: stealth assassin's series from the video games; only the names and somewhat the characteristics but also completely different people. I am giving credit where it is due. Also there are romance pairings. Main: konohamaru x hanabi, naruto x hinata, chouji x isaribi, udon x moegi, neji x tenten etc.

This story takes place during the shippuden timeline, konohamaru is 12, naruto 16, hanabi is 11 and everyone their respective ages as they appear it also closely follows the manga and anime timeline and events. I also took some names from other fanfics because I like the characters. Giving credit where it is due.

Chapter Seven: Growing Apart

Prologue/Four Months Later:

Four months has passed since konohamaru and kaede have met again and have been dating. Also, it has been four months for Inari and hanabi as well.

Scène: Konoha at On top of random building:

Konohamaru stood on top of a building as a windy breeze swept through, his spiky brown hair blowing in the wind, as he watched the citizens of konoha in the busy streets below him. Suddenly hanabi walks up beside him.

"Hey, fathead", she greeted him with a smile. "Hey, hanabi-Chan", he greeted back with a soft smile. If you plan on committing suicide, whatever it is, it's not worth killing yourself over, she said jokingly. And I don't plan on scraping your body off the street either she said joking at him again. Darn, he said and here I thought you valued me as your best friend and you would leave me hangin, like that, he joked back.

You know I would never do that, she said smiling at him. Yeah, I know he said back smiling but his smile soon faded and he went back to thinking again.

Something wrong, konohamaru, asked hanabi? Yeah, he said looking back at the busy streets of konoha in front of him. Kaede and I are having relationship problems, we are good and all but it feels like we are growing apart, he said frowning. You aren't the only one, said hanabi. You and inari are having problems too, he asked back? Yeah, she said. We are on good terms but we are growing apart too. I don't think I see him in a boyfriend-like or romantic way anymore.

You too uh, said konohamaru? I guess he feels the same way. "I think he does", said hanabi. It's the same with me and kaede, too, said konohamaru.

I guess with me and kaede things were going along great, we always enjoyed each other's company and had a lot in common. She has spent a lot of time in konoha and has been going back in forth from here to the land of birds on liaison missions to strengthen the treaty between the land of fire and the land of birds over the past couple of months. She has been on leave from missions for about two months now, and spent her time here in konoha. In two weeks, she will be going back to the land of birds and won't be back for a while.

Does the long distance strain the relationship, asked hanabi? A little, said konohamaru, but not by much. Everything was good and we found out a lot about each other, but the more time we spent together, the more we found out that, there is a lot we don't have in common either and we see each other somewhat as friends.

It makes it difficult for both of us, because we still our trying to hold on to each other and keep the relationship going and not to let it die. Of course there may not be a spark let alone a fire in our relationship anymore.

That's how me and Inari are, we are exactly the same way you guys are, and in the same boat, said hanabi. Our relationship has probably run its course. I hate it, it's said really and I really liked him too but I don't think it's going to work out and there may be nothing else to hold on too, except for our friendship and us being teammates.

Are you going to break up with him, konohamaru asked? I don't know, replied hanabi. What about you, are your going to break up with kaede, hanabi asked? I don't know, maybe, konohamaru replied back.

By the way, how did you find me, asked konohamaru? I was already running and jumping across the roof tops headed to see inari, when I saw you and decided to catch up to you and chat with you, said hanabi.

I guess we both needed to talk with each other about this, said konohamaru. What are best friends for, grinned hanabi? Ditto, said konohamaru grinning back. Well, said hanabi, I better go meet up with inari. Same here, I have to meet up with kaede, too said konohamaru. See you later, with details said hanabi. You bet said konohamaru. Where do you want to meet at asked hanabi? At the bottom, in the secret hiding place below Hokage Mountain. Ok, said hanabi, see you than. See ya, hanabi-Chan waved konohamaru. Hanabi left running and jumping from rooftop to rooftop till she was out of sight.

Konohamaru then jumped off the rooftop, he was on and onto the busy streets of konoha and went to go meet up with kaede.

Scène Change: Tea shop in konoha:

With hanabi:

Inari sat at a table sipping tea calmly waiting on hanabi. Hanabi casually strolled inside and greeted inari with a smile and sat down. She ordered a cup of tea and began drinking it. She sat the cup down and looked up at inari who was looking back at her.

Hanabi you know why I'm meeting you here, we need to talk said inari seriously. I know, hanabi replied back. This isn't easy you know, he said. I know, responded hanabi back still sipping on her tea.

I feel bad for you, me, for us said inari. I blame myself maybe I am the reason why our relationship is failing said inari, I could have done better.

Stop it, inari. You did all you could, we both did and it's just not working out between us, said hanabi. I feel just as bad as you do and I blamed myself but maybe our relationship as ran its course, maybe there is nothing else left for us in that way. We've tried several times, to rekindle our relationship but it hasn't worked.

I know, said inari frowning, finishing up his tea. I ran into konohamaru on the way here said hanabi. Oh, said inari. Yeah, he and kaede are having the same problems we are, I think they are going to break up, said hanabi. That's sad said inari, I wish them both the best, and as his friend I better see how he is doing, I'll catch up with him as soon as I can, though.

So, where does that leave us, what will happen to us, hanabi, inari asked? I guess we are breaking up. So this is it than, he said frowning. Yeah, she said frowning. Don't worry she said to inari gently putting her hand on top of his, you will find someone else and so will I, we will both move on and be happy and we will still be there for each other as friends and teammates, because that's what we do, right, she said.

Inari smirked, yeah your right, that's what we do. They both stood up and were getting ready to leave the tea shop and walked up to each other and gave each other a hug. Know this, hanabi, I care about you and you know you can come to me if you ever need to talk or if you need anything. I know, hanabi replied muffled while still hugging inari. The same goes for you, she said back.

They then released each other from the hug. Inari then spoke, make room for someone, maybe even konohamaru said inari grinning. W, What said hanabi blushing. I know about you, two he said grinning and teasing, it's only a matter of time before you both get together.

Inari! Said hanabi still blushing. Hmph, she turned away from him and crossed her arms. I won't give a response to that she said to him. Right, right said inari back. See you tomorrow; he said leaving with a smile. Bye, inari, hanabi waved back to him with a smile. Hanabi then finished her tea and left the tea shop heading for Hokage Mountain.

Scène Change: konoha at Ichiraku:

With Konohamaru:

Hey kaede, said konohamaru walking up to the stand and sitting beside her. Hey, konohamaru, she said back somewhat weakly. He ordered a bowl of ramen and began eating it, while kaede finished hers and had some juice to drink, konohamaru ordered juice too. He sipped on it as he quickly finished his ramen.

You know, you are going to have to learn how to eat slowly, konohamaru-kun, smiled kaede softly. Yeah, I know said konohamaru back, I was starving though, he whined. She chuckled at him. He smiled back and finished his ramen and finished drinking his juice.

We need to talk kaede-Chan, he said seriously. I know, said kaede softly. I feel so bad said kaede, where did I go wrong, where did we go wrong. You can't blame yourself, kaede, we just were growing apart and we weren't happy with each other in that way anymore said konohamaru trying to cheer her up.

I racked my brain over it too, and it depressed me for a minute. I even blamed myself but maybe it's just time for us to move on. Yeah, I know, replied kaede. It's been past time, she said. I just don't want to lose you entirely, konohamaru she said to him. They both stood up and hugged each other and she started to cry.

Please don't cry, kaede, he said trying to sooth her. Things will get better for us and we will move on from this and be happy, there are other people out there or other fish in the sea as they say. We both will find someone else, you and I will always be friends and you will never lose me.

P, Promise, she said her sobs started to subside as her head was still on him and hugging him. Promise, he said back, releasing the hug and pulling back. She wiped away her tears and began to smile. Well, in that case, than I guess it's not all bad, she said. I guess, it's over, uh she said frowning. Yeah, it is he replied back frowning as well. They hugged again and let go of each other. I still want us to hang out while I'm still here in konoha and even after I leave to go back to my home in the land of birds that we will keep in touch, kaede said.

You have my word, said konohamaru to kaede smiling now. Good, she said because you better konohamaru or else I will come hunt you down and bop you on the head, if you don't, she said jokingly. Yes, ma'am he said saluting her. They laughed. I guess I'll see you tomorrow than, she said to him. Yeah, he said back and leaned over and kissed her forehead. Bye, konohamaru, she said and kissed him on the cheek.

Make room for hanabi, she said while leaving grinning back at him. U, Uh? He said blushing madly. You didn't think I know about you two, come on give me some credit she said. Bye, she waved at him and left. Bye, he waved back and left to go meet hanabi.

Kaede strolled to Konoha Park and saw a figure standing and staring at the lake. Inari? She said. Inari turned to look at her, kaede? He said back a bit surprised.

So, he said you and konohamaru broke up? She nodded. Sorry, he said. It's ok, said kaede softly. Me and hanabi broke up too, he said sadly. Sorry about that, she said I heard about both of you and that you were having problems, karai tells me everything, she said to him. Don't be, it's ok, he said. I guess we both our in the same boat and now we have to let the healing process began, he said.

Yeah, said kaede trailing off. So, do you want to sit down he asked offering her a seat beside him. Sure, she said. They began talking for about almost an hour straight and laughed. Suddenly, kaede looked at her watch, wow she said I didn't realize so much time as past; it will be dark soon. I'll walk you back to the hotel, said inari. Thanks, she said smiling.

They walked and talked until she got to the hotel and was about to walk inside and turned to him. I had a really great time she said and thanks for stopping on the way here to treat me to ice cream, she said politely. I feel so much better, she said. Thank you she said and hugged him. Inari started blushing and hugged back. She released from the hug and was blushing herself.

I had a great time too, and I was hoping we can hang out again. Your interesting kaede, I hope you and I can get to know each other a little better, especially before you leave konoha in two weeks, inari said. I would like that, she said softly smiling and blushing I want to get to know you better too, she said who knew we more in common than we thought, she said. Yeah, replied back scratching the back of his head nervously. Ok, see you later she said and walked into the hotel but not before turning to him and kissing him on the cheek before going into the hotel. Inari blushed beet read and waved her goodbye and both agreed to see each other tomorrow and more so. He left and walked to the direction of the Yuki district.

Yuki District Estate:

He got to his house, got his keys out and let himself in the house. He greeted his Aunt Shizune, they talked and they both ate dinner and he went to his room, put on his sleeping clothes and then looked outside his window and smiled. Things will be ok; he said to himself, things will be ok. He then went to bed and went to sleep.

Scène Change: konoha at Hokage Mountain/Secret Place:

Hanabi sat waiting for konohamaru. Konohamaru walked in and sat beside her. Sorry I'm late, he said smiling nervously. He held out an ice cream cone for her and she took it. Thanks, she said smiling at him softly. Normally if you were late like this and kept me waiting I would fuss at you and bop you on her head but today I decided not to. Thanks, he said a bit relieved I don't want any lumps on my head today, I rather like my head lump less, he smiled jokingly. They both laughed and licked their ice cream cones and ate them.

Well one thing is for sure, he said to her, at least we have each other. I, I mean our friendship, he corrected quickly before blushing. She looked at him and blushed too. Yeah we do don't we she said. Looking at the scenery as the wind blew through their hair.

She then turned to konohamaru and he turned to her, and they gave each other a long hug and comforted each other. I knew it would feel bad but not like this, said hanabi extremely sad. I feel the same way said konohamaru. They hugged each other even tighter, neither not letting go or having the intention of letting go.

It will get better for us and we will move on. Time will heal our wounds and our hearts, he said. I know, said hanabi but it still kind of hurts. Yeah, I know he said as his heart was in pain too. They both released each other from the hug and they both blushed madly realizing that they were hugging too long too hard for friends. Want to sit down, asked konohamaru? Sure, she replied back.

They both sat down and leaned against the wall. Do you mind if I lay my head on your shoulder, konohamaru, said hanabi. Sure, said konohamaru. She leaned her head against his shoulder. Can I put my arm around you, he said being cautious and being a gentleman. She nodded her head to mean yes and put his arm around the back of neck to rest on her shoulder. They enjoyed each other's company and the gentle breeze for the next couple of hours, until they both got up and left the secret place.

Konohamaru walked hanabi home. They stood outside the hyuga compound. Thanks for walking me home, she said to him. Don't mention it, anytime, hanabi-Chan he said smiling. They both hugged each other once more and they said good bye and she walked into the hyuga mansion but not before looking back at konohamaru. He looked back at her and then they both smiled and he walked in the direction of the sarutobi estate and hanabi walked in the house.

Hyuga compound:

Hanabi walked by the guards and headed towards her room. She saw her sister and hinata walked up to her. I heard about you and inari, hinata said concerned I m sorry. It's ok, sis she said sighing. It will get better. She gave her sister a hug and kept walking. Hinata then returned to her room to continue her meditation. On the way, she saw neji and hikari sparring using the gentle fist and they stopped and bowed to her and said they heard her about break up with inari. She smiled at them and said it was ok, gave them each a hug and left and walked by her father's meditation room where he and her grandfather Laoshi were playing a game of shogi.

We heard what happened to you and inari, said Laoshi concerned. Are you alright, hanabi. Thanks, but I'm fine grandfather, she replied back to him. Who did you hear it from, asked Hanabi? Inari, came by and told us and he gave his apologizes, replied Laoshi and it seems he was taking it bad himself. Me and your father gave him some words of advice, your sister and cousins neji and hikari comforted him and then he left feeling at least a tad bit better than when he first came.

We are a bit concerned about you, said Hiashi to her, and if you need anything don't hesitate to ask said Hiashi. Thank you father, said Hanabi but I wish to be alone, in my room for a while, she said to him. Ok, he said, did you walk home by yourself asked hiashi? No, replied hanabi, konohamaru walked me home. He has been helping me through the break up. I also have been helping him with is break up with kaede.

Kono ha maru, hiashi snared venomously and angrily, which didn't go unnoticed by hanabi and Laoshi. Hanabi ignored her father's reaction about konohamaru. So, said Laoshi he broke up with her, well it's good that both of you are there for one another, he said smiling softly to his granddaughter. We will not bother you anymore, hanabi. Thank you, grandfather, she said bowing to him and then to her father and then left to go to her room and shut the door behind her.

I told you, hiashi said Laoshi teasingly to him and grinned. Hiashi sent an angry glare at his father and still continued to fume over what hanabi had told him. Hanabi put on her sleeping clothes and stared outside her window and smiled things are going to be ok, she said to herself and got in the bed and under the covers and went to sleep.

Sarutobi Estate:

Konohamaru walked through the sarutobi district. On his way to his house, he saw daichi. Hey, Konohamaru, shouted daichi as he and shigeru stopped sparring with each other. How are you, they both asked him worrying? I'm fine, he replied somewhat sad. Are you sure, asked Kotetsu walking up from behind him?

Yes, replied konohamaru. We heard about what happened to you and kaede and that you and her broke up. What? Said konohamaru, when did you hear that and who did you hear that from? Kaede told us when she stopped by. She was feeling down just like you are, replied kotetsu. Yeah, said shigeru, speaking up, me, daichi, and Uncle Kotetsu cheered her up and Grandpa Iroh gave her some advice. She stayed for a while and then left, said Shigeru. At least she feels better now than when she first came said daichi.

Thanks, for asking guys said konohamaru but I'm fine, he replied. He gave them a reassuring smile and then walked in the direction of his parent's mansion (the one they left for him). Daichi and shigeru looked at konohamaru a little longer and then went back to sparring as kotetsu watched them.

Konohamaru walked by another sparring room where Zuko and Azula were practicing their clan's secret earth taijutsu arts, which is known as the Terraken(Earth Fist). A powerful form of taijutsu using Earth chakra and in manipulating earth stlyle. The Terraken is one of the strongest taijutsu styles in konoha next to the Jyuuken (Gentle Fist) of the Hyuga clan and the strong fist, which Maito Gai and Rock Lee use. Both azula and zuko stopped when they saw konohamaru and greeted him, saying they heard about his breakup with kaede. They looked at him worried and konohamaru gave zuko a nod and azula a hug and reassured them he was fine. Satisfied, they went back to their sparring match.

Konohamaru then walked by one of the meditation rooms, where he saw his cousin Iroh and his other cousin Ozai, Iroh's younger brother (Zuko and Azula's father) playing a game of shogi (coincidence).

They stopped and looked at him concerned. Are you ok, konohamaru, asked Iroh? You don't look so well, said Ozai. I'm fine, said konohamaru softly. We heard what happened with you and kaede said Iroh. I am sorry, Iroh said with sympathy. Its ok Cousin Iroh, said konohamaru. We know it this is hard for you, said Ozai. I know things will get better, said konohamaru with a soft smile.

Oh, said Iroh grinning, is it because of a certain young hyuga girl, by the name of hanabi. W, What? Said konohamaru blushing beet red. HA, HA HA! Laughed Ozai. Did you really think we didn't know about you and hanabi said Ozai? I am friends with her father after all he said also. I am friends with her father as well said Iroh calmly. Besides, said Iroh grinning, I was always fond of you and hanabi getting together.

Oh. Said konohamaru still blushing a brighter shade of red this time. We are just worried about you that's all said Iroh concerned but if you need to talk or need anything feel free to come ask. We can always talk over a cup of hot jasmine tea. You and that tea, Iroh, snorted Ozai jokingly. You know you like my tea, replied Iroh back. I definitely don't hear you complaining, Iroh said. So, what if I do, replied Ozai but I don't brag about it, he said crossing his arms and looking sternly. I don't need to, said Iroh shrugging. I guess you don't, said Ozai sighing.

Also, said Iroh if you dare to come talk to your cousin Ozai hear than feel free to at your own risk, he said grinning. What? Said Ozai I'm not a cold hearted evil psychopath anymore! He said defensively. HA, HA, HA, said Iroh laughing loudly and holding his stomach. Hm, said Ozai angrily. Konohamaru, you can talk to me as well, ignore, this old man, Ozai said glaring angrily at Iroh, who was still laughing. Thanks, cousin Ozai, said konohamaru smiling softly at their antics and you too Cousin Iroh.

However, I'd rather be by myself for a while in my room, said konohamaru. We understand, they both said. Than konohamaru turned to leave and walked down the hallway that connected to his parent's mansion. He heard Iroh and Ozai in the background.

If I'm old said Iroh than your old as well he said. I'm only 53 and your 43, Ozai, he said. So, there your old too, old man he taunted Ozai and burst out laughing again. IROH! Said Ozai angrily at his brother fuming madly at him.

Konohamaru smirked at their antics yet again and continued walking until he reached his parents mansion and let himself in, he then went to his room after eating and put on his night clothes. He stared outside his window and smiled. Everything is going to be ok; he said to himself, everything is going to be ok. He got in the bed and then drifted off to sleep smiling.