Yo! Chapter 8 up! Wahaha... I've been having writer's block recently... And I kinda forgot what I wrote for the previous chapter so yes. Anyway, it's here now so there's no problem! Sorry for not updating for so long! Hope you like it!
(Me talking)
"Talking"
'Thoughts'
'Telepathic talking'
"Flashbacks"/ Flashbacks
Conscience/ Inner self (whatever you'd like to call it)
Change Scene/Jutsu
Last time:
"So you've talked to him?"
"What the... You were able to? That's just unfair!" Mikan replied
"Ah, no it was just a guess."
"Well it's a very smart one. Yeah, I was able to talk to him. I really miss him Rou..."
"We all do..."
"Of course you do!" A disembodied voice said.
Chapter 8
Back at the Academy (After Ryosuke and Zenshin were called out)
"Ne sensei, if I may ask, why were Kimura-san and Seshina-san called out?" asked a curious student
"Well I'm not entirely sure myself. But all I know is that they along with Naruto-sama had to attend to something important back in Konoha."
"Ano, sensei, I think I am asking in the behalf of the class in this but where and what exactly is Konoha?" Yuu asked their sensei
"Well, you are supposed to learn this from Kazemi-sama but I think a short over view won't hurt."
He paused to see if the class was really interested about this information and got expectant stares as a result.
"Well, not too far away from here, Tokyo, around 4-8 hours travel from here. Is the land that is known as the Shinobi Nation, it consists of the Land of Fire, Water, Wind, Snow, among others. In this Nation are the five most prominent Shinobi Villages, Konoha being at the top."
"So you're saying that Kazemi-sama, Naruto-sama and the others are all shinobi?" Kokoroyomi concluded
"Yes, but they aren't like the ninjas you hear about in stories. But that's a different story to tell. You can all ask these questions later when you have your special classes with them." Their sensei answered.
This resulted to the class chattering loudly. Most of them thinking things along the lines of, 'they're ninja which means that they've killed before, which means they can kills us too' and 'I bet they were called out to kill another person, scary'
But those who were smarter than the rest were thinking things along the lines of 'Ninja equals blood plus life risking missions. And they always have a reason behind their actions; we've read in a book before that they are fond of the saying 'underneath the underneath' so now, what is their purpose here in the academy? And does Mikan have any connection in this? What about the Anti-Alice organization?'
Just as these thoughts entered their minds, the PA system sounded.
All faculty and staff please report to the meeting room immediately. I repeat all faculty and staff report to the meeting room immediately. The headmaster wishes to see us.
This caused confusion all over the academy.
"Okay class since we have a meeting I guess you're free for the rest of the day. Just wait for the announcements if ever."
And with that all the students went out of their classroom, all of them wondering why the headmaster called for a meeting in such short notice.
Meeting room
The room was full, all occupants wondering why the headmaster would call the meeting in such short notice.
The door opened to reveal the headmaster himself along with his secretary. All occupants then proceeded to their assigned seats and waited for the headmaster to start.
"Now I know all of you are wondering why I called a meeting in such short notice. But this is of utmost importance. You are all aware of the presence of Naruto Namikaze and company in the academy are you not?" Kaito said looking at everyone in the room.
"Hai, we all are aware of this sir. But what exactly is their purpose here?" Misaki-sensei asked
"That is exactly why I have called for this meeting. We have decided that it is high time that you are informed of the... situation."
The way the headmaster said the word made the occupants of the room worry. Murmurs filling the room.
"And what exactly is this situation Kaito-sama?" Serina asked causing everyone else to grow silent
"Well I was about to get to that. I'd like all of you to learn of the history of the Shinobi Nation, not the history entirely but the vital information of its history."
(I'm just making this part up. None of it is true. I'm just basing this on the other fanfic I've read so far and my own imagination.)
"A million years before our time, demons roamed our world, however, Kami decided to create man and therefore men and demons lived together peacefully. However, one day there was one demon who got too powerful for the balance, Juubi his name was, and if you didn't figure it out, demons and men eventually mated with each other, and one of the most powerful who came to be from this was the Rikudou Sennin. He defeated the Juubi and sealed him off somewhere, however, this was not enough. So he sealed Juubi's body, and separated its powers."
"What came to be because of this were the nine great demons, it was then decided that demons and men would live separately, but as you recall, there were also those who had demon blood. And so, there were three separations: Makai, the demon world, our world, and the beginnings of the Shinobi Nation."
"Well that's basically the rough explanation of everything." Kaito said waiting to see if anyone understood what he was trying to imply.
"Kaito-sama, don't tell me..." Misaki-sensei voiced.
"Hai, the situation does in fact have something to do with demons. But that is not all, Uchiha Madara is the cause of all this."
"Uchiha Madara? How can that be? Isn't be supposed to be dead?" asked a random teacher
"Yes, yes we are all aware of that. But for one reason or another he is still alive and is still thirsting for power, since his attempt to revive the Juubi had failed he has now resorted to an alternative method. His thirst for power has led him to use desperate, but all the more threatening method. For he now controls a large number of lower demons and their number is not to be trifled with, they have enough numbers to do damage in the whole world. And their numbers would be great especially here in Tokyo."
This turned their eyes wide as plates.
"And this is the exact reason why the Shinobi Nations have united once again, in order to defeat Uchiha Madara once and for all."
"But sir, how are we to defend Tokyo when we only have a small number of us who are combat ready?" asked a staff member
"That is where Kazemi-san and company come in..."
Unbeknownst to the occupants of the room, just outside their door we find a group of curious cats listening just outside the door.
"Everyone shut up, I can't hear anything..."
"... Ma... demon... here..."
"They will be training us in combat... and everything else that needs to be known. You remember Angel and Demon? They will be part of this also. But in everything, Kazemi-san plays a vital role in this."
"And what exactly is she going to do Kaito-sama?" One of the teachers asked.
"She is going to go to the center, and hopefully close up the portal that will allow them to come into this dimension. If not, she'll have to face Madara, however if in that case, then the most powerful will back her up. It is very important that we succeed in defeating him, permanently, this time."
"I don't get why we can't just kill off all the demons that come in." Another one asked just as Naruto and the others appeared in the middle of the room.
"Sorry we are late Kaito-san, there were some… things… we had to attend to. If we may, I will answer the question for a better understanding for everyone." Naruto stated as they moved to their seats near Kaito.
"Please do so."
Once again outside the doors
"What in the world are they talking about?" Kokoroyomi complained
"Sssh!" The others chorused.
"… Mi… vital role… kill…"
Back inside
"As you have probably been informed, the number of the army that Madara controls right now is not joking matter. Neither are the abilities of Madara, he is a very powerful man. He may be ancient, but that doesn't mean he hasn't gotten weaker, in fact he has gotten stronger over the years, and the only way to defeat him is if a member of the Kyuubi clan will be able to access the tenth tail, this has not happened in many centuries; mainly because it takes a lot of will to be able to control the tenth tail, a lot of will and control." He paused to let them understand the weight of the situation.
"The last one who reached it was the previous Juubi, the sole reason why the 9 different demons came into existence. But out of all these nine, only the ninth has the ability to access it, because before Juubi, the strongest a demon could get would be at nine tails. He was tame at first, but the power and probably even the pressure got to his head and he went mad and went on a rampage, and the Rikudou Sennin did what he did and the rest is history."
"Anyway going back, since Juubi was a nine tail himself, only a pure demon can access this, which is why Kazemi is the only one who can do it."
"With all due respect Naruto-sama, but isn't there anyone else? I mean Kazemi-sama is still young, and to face such a dangerous person is just… it's suicide!" Narumi commented
"I understand what you are trying to say Narumi-san. However it is part and parcel of our profession... as well as Kazemi-chan's position… I do not want her to do this either, she is like a sister to me, and even a daughter at times. But there is nothing I can do because she is the only one who can do it, but I know she will succeed; I have faith in her abilities. Wouldn't it be the same for you if that girl, Mikan, were in the same situation, if she has to face the Anti-Alice Organization, because she is the only one who has the power to defeat them?" Naruto said eyeing those he knew that were close to Mikan.
'Naruto… I think that's enough, they might get suspicious.' Shikamaru told him through their link.
'Nah, I don't think so. And it's also so that our uninvited audience would be set off.'
Outside the meeting room with Hotaru and the others
"What the… I don't understand anything!" Hotaru muttered angrily. Her thoughts reflected by those she was with.
"What exactly did you hear Imai?" Natsume asked
"They're talking something about demons, and some ancient man. And I've heard 'Mi' at least thrice. I've got a feeling this has something to do with Mikan."
"I'm not too sure about that Imai… I was able to get through once… it was barely even a second. But I managed to hear his thoughts. Sakura-san was only mentioned… but they've been talking about Namikaze-sama." Kokoroyomi informed them
"Is that really the only thing you heard?" Hotaru questioned threateningly.
"Yes… There's some sort of barrier in there. It got interrupted which is why I got in, but I was quickly cut off too." He nervously replied.
"What in the world are they talking about in there?" was everyone's thoughts
Back inside
"Now that is cleared up. I wanted to inform you that we have made a slight change in the plan. As Kaito-san might have already told you everyone is to be trained. Be it a janitor, a teacher, or a student, everyone in this academy will have to learn how to fight. The ones who are too young will only be taught self defense, just in case they breach our defense line. Shikamaru is our head strategist, once everything is settled and everyone has been sorted out (as a medic, front liner etc) we will tell you what the plan is."
"Now… I think we have guests Kaito-san." Naruto stated
"Oh? Please open the door and invite our guests in." Kaito said a bit amused.
When the door was opened, they heard a loud thud courtesy of Hotaru, Kokoroyomi, Ruka, Sumire, Yuu, Anna and Nonoko, with Natsume standing behind them.
"I see you weren't taught not to eavesdrop." Persona stated.
This caused the group to blush making them quickly stand up.
"Hontou ni gomen nasai (We are really sorry)" They chorused [except Natsume of course].
"It's quite alright, you will find out eventually anyway. But do tell me, how much did you hear?" Naruto said with a small smile on his face.
"We barely heard anything Namikaze-sama…" Anna replied
"Oh? Very well then, just be patient… you'll find out soon enough. And please, Naruto is just fine."
"Hai, Naruto-sama…" they chorused
"Which reminds me, Kaito-san, with your permission I would like to call for a general assembly, we have more or less, hopefully more, a year left. We have to start immediately."
"Very well then, meeting adjourned. General Assembly will be held tomorrow morning at 09 00. Dismissed."
By this time it was already past dinner time and everyone was hungry so they all hastily exited the room with loud chattering.
However there were still those who stayed, namely Narumi, Misaki-sensei, the group of Hotaru, Naruto's group, and of course Kaito.
"What is it?" Kaito asked
"Headmaster, I've been meaning to ask… What has become of Mikan?" Narumi asked eyeing Naruto. "And how come they know about her?" He added pointing to their group.
Kaito and Naruto exchanged glances then looked at Ryosuke and Zenshin who nodded.
"I'm sorry, but we cannot tell you for now. All we can tell you is that she was sent in a place where no one can find her, to ensure her safety from the Anti-Alice Organization."
"You can't tell us? The hell you can't tell us! I am sorry for the rudeness sir, but it's been three years, all we get from her to know that she's still alive somewhere are letters! And she doesn't even tell us anything about what is happening to her!" Narumi blurted, hurt and sadness clear in his eyes.
"I agree with Narumi-sensei with that. What has happened to Mikan? Is she involved in all this? Why are we being trained by these guys? And what is this we heard about demons? You're hiding something important." Hotaru voiced
"You will find out everything tomorrow. Go eat your dinner now children, both of you also, Misaki, Narumi." Kaito said dismissively.
This just aggravated them, but they followed none the less.
They all then exited the room with a loud bang of the door with a sigh.
"It's sad that we have to hide the truth from them." Naruto commented
"Indeed… but it is for their safety also. So what happened?" Kaito asked
"She received numerous injuries, but do not worry though she will return in a few days. Obaa-chan sent some reinforcements with us. They are at the cottage right now. They will join us tomorrow at the general assembly."
Just then, a not so average sized wolf came entered [via the window].
'Sorry for the intrusion. However, Roukan-sama has requested that you return to Konoha immediately Naruto-sama and Ryosuke-san. It is urgent.' The wolf informed them
This made them (Zenshin, Ryosuke, and Naruto) panic inside.
'Thank you. We'll be departing immediately.'
And with that the wolf left.
"What in the world just happened?" Kaito exclaimed.
"Something urgent has come up. I hope it isn't that or we might be too late." Naruto voiced out. "Gomen-nasai, Kaito-san, but I must leave once again."
'Shit not that.' Thought the other two males
"Shikamaru you know what to do anyway. Take over for a while." Naruto ordered and signaled to Ryosuke to come with him and hiraishined out of there. This caused Shikamaru to say. "Tsk, troublesome."
Then there was thick silence.
"I can see why he was chosen as the next Hokage." Kaito said.
They only nodded.
"We'll be going then." Shikamaru said starting for the door.
"Erika-kun (Kaito's secretary) please inform everyone of the General Assembly." Kaito requested.
"Hai, Kaito-sama."
Good evening every one. There will be a general assembly tomorrow at the theater at 09 00. Please be there on time. I repeat, there will be a general assembly tomorrow at 09 00. Everyone is required to attend. Thank you and good night.
And with this, murmurs filled out the school.
The next morning
The theater was filled with murmurs. All students, faculty, and staff were gathered; all wondering why they were there.
Then, Kaito entered the stage and everyone grew silent.
"Ohayo-gozaimasu, minna-san." He greeted. (Good morning everyone.)
"Ohayo-gozaimasu, Kouchou-sama." Everyone chorused. (Good morning headmaster.)
"Now, I am sure that everyone is wondering about why we have gathered here today. To explain this I would like to call on Nara Shikamaru-san."
Before going up that stage Shikamaru muttered his favorite word.
"Arigatou, Kaito-san. Now, we have requested for this general assembly because of a very important matter. But before that I would like to tell you a short story. Roughly five years ago the Shinobi Nation was attacked by a deadly force by the name of the Akatsuki, which was led by none other than Uchiha Madara."
This caused everyone to murmur, one of them voicing out: "Madara? Didn't he die, like, a few hundred years ago?"
"Well yes, that was what we all thought… until we saw him ourselves. His plans actually started 20 years ago; the day that Konoha was attacked by Kyuubi. But it was only after 13 years did he let his plans move into motion…. His goal, to revive Juubi."
Once again everyone started chatting. All talking something along the lines of: 'Juubi, the said Ten Tailed demon? Isn't that only supposed to be a legend?' And 'where the hell is this Konoha and Shinobi Nation anyway?'
This irritated Shikamaru. 'Mendoukusai… This is why I didn't want to do this. Baka Naruto.'
"SHUT UP!" He snapped.
Everyone went silent. Gai, Anko, Genma and Zenshin were all smirking.
"Ara, ara looks like he does have limits to his patience." Anko said.
"He lacks sleep that's why…" Zenshin voiced out.
"How can you say that it is impossible when the alices you have are supposedly impossible!"
This caused those who said that to lower their heads.
"Any questions will be entertained after. Now going back… Thankfully, we were able to prevent Juubi from reviving. Naruto was able to convince all the Hidden Villages to cooperate and all the jinchuuriki of the Nine Great Demons fought side by side and somehow he was able to convince majority of the members of Akatsuki, Madara's cronies."
"However, though we were able to prevent him from fulfilling his plan, we were not able to eliminate him; which brings us to the situation we have now. Oi, Kaito-san, take over please, this is getting too troublesome." Shikamaru finished
'That's the most words I've heard from him since like… ever' were the thoughts of his comrades.
Clearing his throat Kaito began.
"Thank you very much Shikamaru-san. Now the reason we have called you here is because, Madara has planned to attack the whole world. (Insert gasps from the audience) How does he plan to do this? He has taken control over the lower demons of Makai, the demon realm. Their number is not to be joked with for they can equal or even outnumber the Earth's population."
"This is why, starting tomorrow, besides your regular schedules, which would also be modified to lessons that would benefit our purpose, everyone is required to train to fight these demons. The younger ones, starting from the preparatory school up to the second graders will be taught self-defense. There will be exceptions of course. Like for those who have health problems and such. We have more or less a year to prepare."
"As of the now the main objective is to seal off the hole that allows the demons to enter our world from Makai and the one assigned this job is Kazemi-san. Since it is evident that a number of them would still be able to enter, which is why everyone is required to learn how to fight… in order to help Kazemi-san to get to the center and seal off the hole."
"Now, any concerns or questions please submit them to the class representative. Class representatives; please give them to Shikamaru-san so that they can give you answers. We will have another general assembly soon. Until then, be patient and wait for the answers. And more importantly, put your mindsets into saving our home. It is the only one we have. Dismissed!"
And with that everyone systematically exited the theater.
"Maa… this is going to get a lot troublesome."
"Stop complaining Shikamaru, everything's troublesome for you anyway."
And end!
Again sorry for not updating for so long…
So what did you guys think?
(Personally I think this chapter has too much dialogue... but it can't be avoided)
So please do read and review!
Ja ne!
-Reikaze Kazemi
