Several days later

-I have already contacted rulers of lightning and wind. They are not happy about losing so many good shinobi but have acknowledged that their own villages attacked.- Said daimiou.

-Still we need a new hokage.- said one of the advisers – You remember what happened with Suna 20 years ago, when they lost their sandaime.-

-But do we have time?- Asked another -We lost more than half of our forces. Reports say that almost 1/3 of Konoha lies in debris. It's a great opportunity for Iwa.-

-I've already tried to pursue Jiraya to become Hokage but he declined- Said Homura.- Still he gave us another option. He volunteered to find Tsunade.-

-We don't have time.- Danzo decided.- And can anyone guarantee that she'll accept the position!-

-Calm down Danzo.- Said daimiou -Even if time is pushing us getting Tsunade is a wise option. Even civilians know about her medical abilities.-

-We need fighters not healers.-Crippled jounin opposed.

-We could nominate "copy-cat" Kakashi.- said the adviser.

-He's too young.- Danzo did not let it go.

-You say that like 4th was an old man.-

-Who was Kakashi sensei?.- Asked the daimiou.

-The 4th himself.- Replied Homura

-And what about our new hero? The "Scarlet flash".-Said adviser – The man who defeated a whole army and a demon .-

-Itami is in hospital. Heavy chakra poisoning.- Said Homura – We're not even sure he'll make it.- He lowered his head.

-As for now Tsunade will be official candidate.- Said the daimiou. - If she declines than you will become Hokage Danzo-

-But..-

-I made a decision.-

-There is one other thing.- Said Danzo -The village is in uproar cause the Uzumaki boy. The child is host for Kyuubi no kitsune but already showed great deal of power. Villagers are scared of him. Even shinobi aren't sure if the boy isn't influenced by the demon after they saw feriocity in which he attacked the suna demon..-

-He is only a child.-

-And we are only a shinobi. We can't change how people think. And with him we may risk a civil war.- Danzo made a point and everyone knew the hidden massage.

-This is inhuman.-

-As I said we are shinobi. We already traded part of our humanity.- Said Danzo. -Sometimes great sacrifices have to be made in order to avoid greater losses.-

Daimiou lowered his head. He really did not like moments when he had to make such decisions. -I give you free hand in this matter Danzo.-


-We've got a problem gaki.- Jiraia fell through the window into Itami's hospital room. And in the same moment he met with Kurenai's fist.

-Quiet.- She whispered in angry tone -He is still sleeping.-

-That's 4th day- Toad sannin was surprised – How long can it take?-

-They don't even know if he survive.-

-They told you that?-

-I can read people like books.- She lowered her head – It's obvious.-

Jiraya looked at her like he just noticed her. Normally well kept hair were oily and wrinkled. She had bags under her eyes and it was not hard to notice that she had troubles keeping herself straight. -Have you slept since the battle?-

-No.-

-I'm going to find Naruto. It'll be wise to get him out of village for a while.- Sannin said turning toward window. -And I'll send Konan here. She'll take care of him while you get some rest.- He heard coughing and looked behind him. Redhead jounin was splitting red drops over white sheets.


-Your sensei thought you well.- Said blue haired kunoichi toward the blonde.

-You also weren't slacking.- Said Naruto with his usual cheerful tone, but she knew him too well to miss a flicker of sadness in his eyes.

-What's wrong?-

Naruto turned from her. - It's the people.- he said – Week ago I could greet anyone and he would greet me too. I could help a child get a cat from a tree, and got a smile and thanks.- he lowered his head -And now? When I walk down the street pople run from me. I can hear "demon", "monster". If I want to save a cat I got shouts about harming it. Sometimes I think I was wrong to use his chakra to defeat Gaara.-

-And what else you could do Naruto-san?- Asked Haku from under the tree -let him kill everyone?-

-Ero-sennin or sensei would stop him-

-When?- Konan asked – How many more people would die if you would let him to roam freely?- She put a hand on his shoulder – Let the grief over fallen lessen and they will understand.-

Hinata smiled weakly. She did not like to see Naruto in such a state. He should be happy and full of energy, as always.

-So? Enough of worrying about spilled milk.- Konan said – Let's go and see how is your sensei.- Three genins nodded but before they could leave the clearing they were stopped by..

-Ero-sennin? What are you doing here?-

-How many times I have to tell you not to call me like that!- Jiraya shouted and knocked Naruto onto ground. - we have problem. I need to find Tsunade. And I have to do this quickly.-

-Why?- Asked Haku

-She is a candidate for a new hokage. If she won't agree Danzo will become hokage.-

-Who is Danzo Jiraya-sama?-

-Old war-hawk. He was a candidate for the third but they chose Sarutobi-sensei. And he is commander of ROOT anbu division.- Sannin explained – Naruto you are going with me. You have an hour to pack and meet me at the front gate.-

-Why are we in such a hurry?-

-Later gaki. Now go.- Shouted the sannin.

-That really is strange sensei.- Konan said as soon as Naruto left the area.

-Several hours ago Danzo got a free hand to deal with Kyuubi problem in the village.-

-But capital is 2 days of fast running away.- Said Hinata.

-My toads don't need to travel. They just unsummon themselves and I summon them again.-

-Is "deal with the problem" what I think it is Jiraya-sama?- Asked Haku.

-Don't tell Naruto anything. If we're lucky we'll be back with Tsunade and he won't learn anything.- Jiraya pinched his nose. -And, Konan, find a way to bring his sensei back. If something goes wrong we will need him.-

-Hi sensei.-And they disappeared from the clearing.


That evening

-Good evening Hinata-sama. - said a guard – Hiashi-sama want's to see you as soon as you come back from training.-

She wondered what her father could want from her when she was going toward his office.

-You wanted to see me father.- She bowed a little.

-I have decided to take you out of Konoha ninja program.- He said not turning from the window. - From now on you will be training at home.-

Hinata was shocked.-Why?- She asked through squeezed throat.

-We can't be associated with that demon, Uzumaki.- Her father said in matter of fact way.

-But..-

-Tomorrow you will tell that to your teammates. -

-No.- She said.

-What?-

-No. They are my friends. Id doesn't matter even if they have every demon in the whole universe inside of them.-

-I understand you are afraid of his reaction but you are a Hyuga...- He said finally turning toward his daughter.

-And yet it was you who told sensei that I'm not your concern.-She said -So now I am your concern cause it suits you.-

-I am your father. Don't forget it.- he said trying to remain calm.

-You have forgotten that I am your daughter a long ago.- Clasp! She fell on the floor holding her cheek.

-Go to your room and think about what you have said.- He turned toward the door – Morita.-

-Hi Hiashi-sama?-

-Take Hinata to her room and make sure she won't leave it.- he said returning to the window, breathing deeply.


Kurenai felt a someone shaking her. She opened her eyes – You go home Yuuhi-san. I will stay here.- She didn't recognize the voice, and she was tired. -I'm staying.-

-And you'll become sick yourself.- The voice reasoned.

-I won't leave him.-

-And when he see you he'll be worried. This won't help him.-Kurenai was closing her eyes. Logical part of her knew that voice was right but she didn't want to listen. Tear rolled down her cheek. - You can't help him now.-

-I know.-

-Than go and rest.-

-No.- Kurenai opposed once again.

-Haku?-

-Yes Konan-sama.-

-No need of "sama". You know where she lives?-

-Yes Konan-san.-

-Take her home and take care of her. She must eat a good meal, take a shower and have a good night sleep.-

-Yes Konan-san.-

-I won't leave.-

-You are too weak to oppose.-

After they got away Konan waited for a few minutes before she reached to the breast pocket and took a seal from inside. She used identical seal when Naruto was sick from Kyuubi's chakra, although not so serious. She didn't think that one seal could cure Itami but it was nearly certain it will, at least, buy them a little time. The jounin was sickly pale, green actually. She get the cover from him. It was not a pleasant sight. Ribs were clearly viable under the skin. She could even notice the blood gathering under the nails and several places under the skin. His condition was really serious. It was a miracle he was still breathing. She placed the seal over his heart and pushed chakra through it.


-Are you awake.?- Itami could guess the question was already asked several times from well concealed impatience in the voice. He opened one eye. -Konan-san?- He asked quietly.

The blue-haired woman nodded. She put one hand under his head and gave him a glass of water with another. Itami greedily drunk the few first swallows, until he caught. Water dripping on the covers was stained with blood.

-Thank you.- he said closing his eyes.-But you need to hurry.-

-What?-

-Danzo isn't going to kill Naruto. Instead he wants to kill some random child and give my student to ROOT teachers for them to make him into a living weapon.-

-How do you know?- She was shocked.

-I dreamed about it. Whenever I go too deep into Gobi's power I have prophetic dreams.- He explained before he lost consciousness. Konan called the nurse and gone out. She had one more thing she could do.


-Slow down Ero-sennin!- Shouted the blonde. - It's almost noon and I'm hungry.- He was right. Since they left Konoha yesterday their only stop was only for few short hours of sleep.

-Cut the whining gaki.- Said Jiraya – We can't stop-

-Alright. Enough of it!- Shouted the genin.- I was patient but this is too much. If you wanted to move faster you should use one of your toads. You would be in place faster. But no. And for some reason you dragged me with you. - He made a point.

Jiraya sighted. Sure gaki was too bright to not notice that loophole – They want to kill you.- He whispered

-What. I don't hear ya!-

-They want to kill you gaki!- Sannin shouted with watery eyes. - They already have a permission from daimiou. That's why we're in hurry. If we find Tsunade and convince her to become Hokage she'll be able to stop that.-

-And if we don't find her.-

-I told Konan too take care of your sensei. If this goes wrong he'll be your only hope.-


-How do you feel Yuuhi-san?- Konan asked the woman sitting at the table.

-It's Kurenai Konan-san. I'm better thank you.-

-Do you know where is Haku? I will need some help-

-He went to do some shopping. Can I offer you some tea.- She asked rising.

-Coffee if you have some. With lot of milk. No sugar.-

-How is he?- Kurenai did not turn toward her.

-He was awake for a moment. -

-And what do you need? Maybe I can help.-

-The easiest way to cure chakra poisoning is to force subjects chakra out of the system using someone else chakra.-

-Medics already tried it. Two of them is now suffering from light chakra poisoning.-

-I haven't supposed his chakra is so toxic.-

-No one knew- Kurenai sighted coming to the table. -Only Itami but he..-

-What happened with those Kumo jinchurikis?-

-Jinchuriki?-

-Power of human sacrifice. My friend gave them this name. Itami is also a jinchuriki. And Naruto too.-

-Woman is in ANBU headquarters. No one could find Itami opponent. But that's no surprise.His last technique ripped of entire motaintop.-

-This will have to suffice.- said Konan standing up – Thank you for the coffee.-

-You are not planning anything stupid?- Kurenai knew that was stupid question. Of course she was.


-Daimyou wants answers.- Said a man - During our attack on Konoha we lost almost four hundred shinobi, many jounins among them. Raikage's status is unknown, so is Killer Bee. Yugito was captured. -

-We know Basamu. We already red the reports- Replied another - One man destroying whole army and defeating Bee. I don't know if reports are just overrating him or is he really more dangerous than fabled "Yellow flash".-

-What chances do we have if they decide to attack us?-

-They will win. Suna already surrendered to Konoha. Their losses aren't as bad as ours and they were able to recover their demon. And apparently their Kazekage was killed before the invasion, and Orochimaru was impersonating in him for about two months. Oto status is unknown but Orochimaru is dead.-

-Killed by Uchiha Itachi. This is unheard of. Nuke-nin coming back to his home village, infiltrating it in order to help fight of the invasion. Is this the secret? That leaf shinobi even if they defect they are still willing to fight for it?-

Man called Basamu hit a desk with a nail several times -That is not our concern now. The question is: Is Konoha willing to attack us, and if the answer is yes, do we have any chances in repelling the invasion like them.? Elder Daisuke.-

Said man stood up -Our reports tell that today Konoha has about 70 active jounins and 300-330 chunins. Our forces are 35 jounins and about 180 chunins ready to fight. Even when we count the advantage of home field we're in disadvantage. And more important, they don't need to attack us. Our forces won't be able to complete sufficient number of missions to keep village running. It's already widely known that we lost majority of our them. Taki and Kusa already show increased flow of contracts. It's not much but still, month ago that missions would be ours. Only good thing is that apparently that "Scarlet flash" was exposed on Bee's chakra and now is in hospital in critical condition.-

-Do you understand now?- Basamu asked – I'm open on propositions how to prevent our destruction or weakening our village so much that we would have to fight in order to keep major village status.-

-Kiri.-

-If you have an idea Morita, speak.- Basamu encouraged him

-It's widely known that kirigakure is suffering from civil war. We could sent small task force there and offer some of their shinobi refugee here. Or we could hire mercenaries.-

-Hiring enough of them to be effective is out of question. It would cost us too much. Akimoto you will choose three teams witch will go to kiri. They are to set off tomorrow afternoon.-


-Gaki. We're stop here for tonight.- Said Jiraya several hours after their argument. -But before we'll set a camp I want to give you something.- With this words sannin performed a technique and summoned large toad. It opened her mout and let out tongue gripping a large scroll. - Naruto this is toad contract. Considering special situation we're in I'm willing to allow you to sign it..-

-Really ero-sennin?-

-I'm willing to reconsider it if you won't stop calling me like that.- Jiraya replied

-What er... You must be joking Jiraya-san!-

-You see? It's not that hard gaki.-Jiraya smiled – Now the seals are...


Normally Konoha ANBU headquarter was real fortress nearly impossible to penetrate. But today was not normally. Even after recent invasion and heavy casualties Konoha needed it's shinobi to do missions so many ANBU officers were relegated to that task. And, what was important to Konan, guarding the prisoner was given to two rookies. They were good, but not enough good to notice the pieces of paper flying above their heads.

Even getting inside the cell was harder, but not longer. Inside was a woman tied to the wall with many seal written on her skin preventing her from molding chakra. Konan splashed some water on Yugito face to wake her up.

-What? Who you are?- Kumo kunoichi asked but was cut by the hand placed on her mouth.

-It does not matter. I am here to offer you a deal.- Konan said quietly. -I need help in order to heal someone. Help of someone who is extremely resilient and has grand reserves of chakra to spare. In exchange I will set you free. No question asked.-

-And if I won't agree. You know I could just sell you. And even if I don't I'm too precious to kumo for them to let me rot here.-

-You probably haven't heard. No kumo shinobi who participated in the attack returned home.- Konan was slightly stirring the truth but she was good in this. Yugito was shocked. There were more than three hundred jounins and chunins involved in the attack. - You are the only survivor.-

-Even Bee.-

-So do you agree?-

-Do I have any choice?If I decline you'll tell someone about that possibility and force into doing it.-

-You always have a choice. Sometimes it is foolish, but still..- Konan shrugged.

-Set me free.-

-I need to make preparations. I'll come back tomorrow evening.- With this words Konan gone away.


-We already checked every gambling den in this city. Are you sure were in right place?- Naruto asked after several hours of fruitless searching.

-As sure as I can be gaki.- He replied – We'll grab something to eat and check them all again. Maybe she changed her henge.-

-What?-

-Tsunade likes gambling. And I mean it. But shes not only a legendary medic. She is also known as "Legendary sucker". She only wins a bet when something bad is going to happen. But that doesn't stop her from burrowing money and losing them. She constantly has to run from debt collectors.-

-Aren't you worried that she'll use konoha money to pay her dues.-

-We have bigger problems than her making village bankrupt.- He turned from Naruto – Come gaki.-

A moment later -I should know this will happen. I'm looking for her whole day and when I want to take a break I bump into her.- Jiraya thought

-The answer is no.- Said Tsunade – Only a fool would throw away his life to save another.-

-You dare to call old man a fool.-

-You got problem with your ears gaki?-

-And you tell me that she was chosen to be a hokage?- Naryto shouted at Jiraya.- I see only a failure. Someone who gave up everything to hide. I honestly hope she doesn't have a family, they would be ashamed.-

-What have you said gaki?-

-You got problem with your ears hag?- Naruto turned away – Let's go Jiraya.-

-I should teach you to respect your elders gaki.-

-Tsunade-sama calm down.- The brunette held her sensei hand trying to prevent her from doing something stupid.

-Shut up Shizune. Gaki deserves a punishment.-

-Because I told you truth?-

-That's it. Step outside.-

-I'm not here to heal your ego.-With this words Naruto set off fallowed by stream of curses.

Outside

-It didn't go as I wanted.- Sighted Jiraya – We'll get a room. I'll try to talk to her in a morning.-


-I thought you won't show up.-

-Today is the Sandaime funeral. Most of the village is there so intrusion will be less probable when we proceed with a plan.- Said Konan placing the key in the hole.

-Who is that you want to help?-

-You'll see.-

Konan was right. There was no one standing in their way. Several ANBU present in the facility were sleeping peacefully. Out in the street it was somewhat more dangerous. Two women had to hide twice from passing ANBU, but other than that they got inside the hospital without any problem.

-It's here.- Konan said opening the door. They both got inside.

-Is he still alive?- Asked Yugito – He doesn't look like.- Konan did not feel like answering. Instead she approached the window, closed the curtains and put a seal on them.

-You know what to do?-Yugito nodded and placed her hands over the man's hart. For a try she forces a little bit of chakra in his system. She didn't expect anything to happen. Several shinobi who were exposed on her chakra become sick because of it. This time was different. She could feel a power different yet strangely similar to her own.

-He's also a demon host.- She said shocked.

-Yes.-

-That's why he was able to beat Bee.-Yugito was fighting with her thoughts. In this moment she could kill him so easily. And his death would for sure cripple the Konoha forces and break their morale.

-No.- She whispered – This wouldn't be right.-

-Hurry.-

Yugito forced more chakra into his patient slowly increasing the flow. If she would try to do this too fast released chakra would alarm all shinobi in the village. Soon the pain appeared.

-I don't believe he survived.- She said

-Care to elaborate?-

-Chakra of every a bijuu is toxic. How exactly is a matter of a demon. I don't believe he was able to survive with something like that in his system-Nibi container shook her head.

-Can you help?-

-We have a deal. I'll do what I can.- Yugito pushed away thoughts about pain.

About an hour later Yugito finally finished.

-Really, if I haven't experienced this first-handed I wouldn't believe.-She said panting – That amount of youkai would be sufficient to kill entire village.-

-How is he?-

-I replaced his chakra with my own. It won't be damaging his cells anymore. But, as you see, he will stay here for some time.-

-You should be going now. There will be an opening in wall patrols next to the mountain in about 15 minutes.-

-If Kumo will know that I helped him.-

-You just escaped prison and had some luck in finding way out.- Konan cut her speech.

-Yup.- Yugito approached the door – That never happened – And run away.


-I really start to think that you were right when you told me she won't make a good kage. Sorry gaki- said Jiraya. His repeated attempts to reason with Tsunade got him only a great bump when she refused with more than words.

-It's not your fault ero-sennin.- replied Naruto but even he was concerned. -Any more ideas?-

-What I'm about to tell you is an A-class secret. - Jiraya turned toward naruto. - We can reveal your hereitage to the village.-

-For some reason I doubt that my whirlpool roots are going to change my situation.-

-I'm not talking about your mother.- Sannin shook his head – I'm talking about your father.-

-You knew my father. And you didn't say anything? All that time.-

-And you would prattle it to everyone in one hundred miles. Am I right?- Naruto just smiled and scratched the back of his head. -I knew. Your father was one of my students, Namikaze Minato, heard the name?-

-Doesn't ring a bell.-

-He was also your sensei's sensei. But most important he was widely known as Yondaime hokage of Konohagakure no sato.-

-Your saying that fourth is my fath..- He lost opportunity to finish when hand clasped over his mouth.

-Don't announce it to the whole world gaki.- Jiraya eyed the area – It is a secret until we come back to the village. I need documents hidden in the sensei office to confirm this.-

-Does sensei know?-

-About your father? Yes. Along with sensei our trio made a deal. You were to learn everything when you'll became a jounin.- he nodded – but now we should hurry. We want to get home before Danzo.-


Unfortunately for them Danzo was already there. His ROOT did not participate in village defense and still presented considerable force. -Where is Uzumaki?-

-Sorry. Danzo-sama, but the boy left the village along Jiraya-sama to find Tsunade-sama.-

-What about Sarutobi office?-

-Searched as ordered. Mostly unimportant reports, mission requests and spy reports. But we were able to discover several well hidden cases sealed with blood seals. We weren't able to open all of them but we gathered several interesting rapotrs and two technique scrolls. One case that we tried was destroyed.-

-Any clues about what has been lost?-

-Several sheets of paper dated 13 years ago.- Danzo nodded. Probably nothing that would change anything now.

-Put a team in fort gates. As soon as Uzumaki will cross the gate arrest him and get him to the complex.-


-How long I've been absent??-

-Itami!- Someone shouted. Someone with long black hair and red eyes. He couldn't believe he didn't recognized her in an instant.

-Please, Yuuhi-san. It is a hospital.- Said the nurse.

-She is right hime.- He smiled weakly. - can I get something to drink?-

-I'll get some tea.- Itami nodded slightly.

-How do you feel?-

-Weak. But I don't have time to spare lieing around.- Itami tried to sit up but he felt his head spinning.

-You will have to stay in bed for about 3 weeks – said Kurenai forcing him on the bed.

-I don't have even 3 days.- he replied – Where is Naruto?-

-Gone with Jiraya-sama.-

-Can you find Haku and ask him to keep the eye on the gates.-

-But promise me you won't go anywhere.-She nodded and set off

He tried to sit up again. - I really don't have time to spare. Damn. I am about to act like Gai-sempai. How low have I fallen.- He joked and tried to stand up.

Ten minutes later

-Your tea Fukyuu-sama.- said the nurse to the empty room.


-I can't believe he would act so recklessly.- Muttered Kurenai. She did not have a problem in finding the note -I'm going home.- hidden under a simple genjutsu, and was currently rushing home.

-What, the hell. You think you're doing leaving the hospital like this.-

Itami leaned at the shelf emptied of the books. -There are several things I need here.-

-You should be resting.-

-I should.- He nodded – But I can't.- He bit his thumb and placed it on the seal hidden inside the shelf.

-You nearly killed yourself. You want to finish the job?-

-I don't plan to die in nearest, about 60-70 years.-

-Don't joke about that.-

-I'll try.- he said and reached inside previously concealed recess.. Inside were seals.

-What are those?- Asked Kurenai

-You remember the seal I developed. The one which changes chakra into kinetic energy?-

-The one that you engraved on your sword?-

-The same.- he nodded sitting under the bookshelf. -Those are spare. I'll use them to move my body. Inside should be a pair of gloves. Could you hand me them?- She didn't have a reason not to. Kurenai knew her boyfriend well enough to know when he could be pursued into listening to her, or, as a matter of fact, anyone other than himself. This was not one of those occasions.

-And the shurikens?-

-They are of no importance. I replenished my arsenal before the invasion and I haven't used many. The haraishin kunais are the problem. There were nearly two thousands stored in the seals in the blade.-

-Many villagers took at least one. ANBU has only about a hundred- She said – But if you ask to return them to you they will be happy to oblige. -

- I think that will have to suffice.-He stood up staggering a little. - Now we'll get those from ANBU and I can go back to the hospital.-


Two days later

-Gaki we have a problem!- Shouted Jiraya falling inside the hospital room avoiding Kurenai fist. - They took the boy!-

-I know.- Itami sighted. He went to get his coat and checked the seals placed in the inner side.-Haku just told me.-

-I went to the sensei office but the hidding place was destroyed.-

-I see. So now it's my turn to act.- He took his sword – I'm going to meet with Danzo.-

-And what will you do sensei? Ask him to let Naruto go?- Asked Haku

-Yes.- He nodded

-He won't listen to you. In that matter you are similar. Whatever you decide you do. And nothing can stop you.-

-I made a promise Jiraya-sama and I'm not going to let Kuishina-nee-chan down.-

-Kuishina is dead.-

-Their bodies may die but as long as we remember, as anyone remember, there is nothing really dead.-

-You aren't...-said Kurenai with worried tone.

-I made a choice.- He said-The light is not forgiving.

It exposes one deepest flows without mercy.

It preys on the weak, who only desire to find solace in the darkness.-


-He's coming Danzo-sama.- said the guard

-Sooner than I expected. Let him in.- he said. Redhead jounin came in but it was obvious he is still weak.-Welcome Itami.-

-You know why I'm here.-

-And you know the answer. As a Hokage I must work for the good of the majority even sacrificing people living here.-

-I'm not taking that as an answer. Even if that is against the village.-

-You are a Konoha shinobi. Don't forget that.-

-I'm also a human. You also shouldn't forget that.-And he turned away.


-Sensei!- Shouted the blonde seeing Itami coming inside the cell-You don't look good.-

-I'm just tired.- He replied – Don't move- He cut through the chain binding Naruto to the wall. -We're leaving the village.-

-But..-

-Or you can stay and let them do what the intend.-

-Noo.- Blonde shook his head. - Let's go.-

When they left the cell Naruto saw his guards lieing on the floor

-Are they..?-

-They are alive. Merely unconscious.- he gestured Naruto to go after him. The same scene repeated several times. It looked like whole base was deserted.-It's time. Give me your hand.-

-What are we going to do.-

-I gave Haku one of my kunais and get somewhere next to village wall. I can sense when they are used.- He grabbed Naruto's hand and not a heartbeat later stone walls were replaced by trees.

-Naruto-kun.- Hinata threw herself on his neck.

-Hime?- Asked Itami seeing Kurenai was there. -Haven't expect you to join our little escape.-

-I spent too much time on you to start again with another idiot.-

-Are you alright Naruto-san?-asked Haku

-They weren't too delicate but done nothing yet.-

-We should be going before someone will find us.- said Konan.

Getting behind the wall was relatively easy with all those holes still present.

-Now that we are outside. Hinata what are you doing here? You've got a family in the village. Are you sure you want to leave them?-

-I only matter to them when it's about they reputation. You three were more a family by the past three months than Hyuga clan in years. I ma going with you.- She said with strong voice. One would not believe she was able to do it several months ago.

-And I don't really have any connection to the village other than my team so that's really no problem- Haku answered to the question not asked.

-Same here.- said Konan -So where are we going now?-

-In my dreams I have seen a place where we can hide for a while. There we decide what to do next, but with Danzo as Hokage we''ll need a great force to oppose him.- Itami said and put hand over Konan shoulder – We're going south until we reach border. Don't wake me up unless we encounter enemies. I'm still very weak.-