Chapter 9- A big explanation
Naruto was walking to the meeting room. Tsunade let him rest for the day since he just fought Sasuke, who is now recovering in the hospital along with the rest of his squad. Though he did rest, there was a pretty big party for him at his new home. Naruto made his way up the staircase and into the meeting room. Waiting in the room was Tsunade, Jiraiya, the civilian and shinobi councils, Fu, Killer bee, and Yugito. Naruto decided to stay standing while speaking with the councils.
"Whenever you'd like to begin Naruto," said Tsunade, as she and the others tuned into Naruto's story.
"I decided to have the Jinchuuriki unite after we got you back to Konoha. While we were on that mission, the Akatsuki attacked me, and they would have taken me away had it not been for Jiraiya's arrival. When we got back to Konoha, I decided to ask the Kyuubi if there were others like me, and I found out about my status as a jinchuuriki and that there were eight others like me. So, guided by Kyuubi, I sent out shadow clones to find the others and set up a meeting place and date. Some were a little hesitant, but after I had explained the threat the Akatsuki, they started to get the picture. We set the date for the day I fought Sasuke. I had no idea that I would have been on a mission so I was late. From then on, we've been taking on the Akatsuki," said Naruto, seeing some of the council were starting to comprehend what they had been told.
"So it was the Jinchuuriki that helped the Kazekage when the Akatsuki attacked," said one of the council members.
"Yes. Me and the Yonbi Jinchuuriki Roshi helped out Gaara since we were sure that the Akatsuki were going after him first since he was the Ichibi," said Naruto, as the council nodded at his words.
"And what happened with Itachi and those others members that were killed?" asked Tsume, seeing Naruto look up at Yugito.
"It was I that time. My name is Yugito, I'm the Nibi Jinchuuriki. I was attacked by four Akatsuki members and decided to send out a signal to the other Jinchuuriki. Help arrived and we killed the Akatsuki members," said Yugito, seeing the council show more emotion.
"What do you mean sent out a call?" asked Shikaku, who saw Yugito look back at Naruto.
"We had another meeting when I got back to Konoha after training with Jiraiya. At that meeting, I gave everyone a ring and if you press the number on the side, a call will go out to the other rings and lead you to the host," explained Naruto, while the others muttered to themselves.
"So how many Akatsuki remain to be stopped?" asked Tsunade, as she knew a lot of the Akatsuki had been beaten, but wanted to know how much was left.
"We're not sure. It could be a few more or it could be a lot. Either way, we are gonna stop them all," said Naruto, while the other jinchuuriki gave a smile.
"Naruto, you have done well with just the Jinchuuriki, but I think that we should get the other villages involved in this," said Jiraiya, but Naruto shook his head.
"No, we need to take care of this ourselves. This way, no one else gets hurt," said Naruto, trying to be reasonable.
"Naruto, we don't want to lose you or any of the Jinchuuriki. Let us help," said Tsunadem but was met with another headshake.
"Please, just let us handle it. If that's all you wanted to question us about, then we're off," said Naruto, as he and the other Jinchuuriki left the room.
"The Jinchuuriki need to know their place," said Danzo, earning him a scowl from Tsunade, Jiraiya, and the shinobi council.
"Watch your tone Danzo. Those nine have done what many could not. The least you could do is show some appreciation. Any way, we are adjourned for the day," said Tsunade, while Danzo paid no attention.
(Konoha gate)
Naruto and Fu were now at the Konoha gate with Killer Bee and Yugito so they could say goodbye.
"So I guess goodbye wouldn't be appropriate since we'll probably see eachother sooner or later," said Naruto, smiling at Yugito and Killer Bee.
"Yea, but I guess it'll do," said Yugito, smiling at him before turning around.
"See ya later, Naruto, Fu," said Killer Bee, turning around with Yugito.
"Till next time," said Fu, giving a warm smile.
Yugito and Killer Bee started to walk away towards Kumo. They got a few feet away when Yugito stopped in her steps.
"Something wrong Yugito?" asked Killer Bee, seeing Yugito look down at her feet.
In an instant, she spun around her heel and walked back to Konoha.
"Naruto!" yelled Yugito, trying to stop him from getting to far away.
"Yugito? Is everything okay?" asked Naruto, seeing Yugito walk up to him.
Yugito walked up to him and just looked him in the eye. After a few seconds, and without warning, Yugito kissed Naruto on the lips. Naruto was shocked as well as Fu, whose eyes got wide. Killer Bee found his jaw on the floor. Yugito broke off from Naruto, who was still in a state of shock.
"See ya around," said Yugito, walking back towards Kumo with Killer Bee.
Naruto stood still until Fu walked up and said something.
"So I guess she likes you," said Fu, getting a devilish smile on her face.
"I guess so. A little unexpected, but I guess I cant complain," said Naruto, smiling a little before getting hit in the head by Fu.
"You better not be having dirty thoughts in that head of yours," said Fu, giving Naruto a slight scowl.
"No, I just was thinking that I'm lucky to have such great women with me," said Naruto, earning him back the smile from Fu.
"Nice save. So, do you wanna relax at the estate for the rest of the day. I know Hinata would like to see you," said Fu, as she wanted to spend some time with Naruto.
"Maybe later. I have to visit someone real quick and then we'll go out, okay?" asked Naruto, seeing Fu nod her head with a smile.
"Okay, see you later then," said Fu, kissing Naruto before going back to the estate.
Naruto then made his way to the hospital. He went up the second floor and saw Sakura coming out of the door he was heading for.
"How's he doing, Sakura?" asked Naruto, seeing Sakura turn around with a little jump sense he scared her.
"He's doing much better. I'm sure you two will have things to talk about," said Sakura, walking away to check on the other patients.
"How's hospital life treating you, Sasuke?" asked Naruto, seeing his friend give a somewhat smile at him.
"Its okay, though sitting around in a bed doesn't really suite me all to well," said Sasuke, seeing Naruto chuckle at him.
"Has anyone said anything to you regarding your status as a missing-nin?" asked Naruto, seeing Sasuke nod his head.
"Tsunade said I might have to be on probation for some time to make up for my time with Orochimaru," said Sasuke, seeing Naruto nod his head.
"Sounds better than doing time in prison. We'll, I wanted to drop by and see how you were doing, I'll leave you alone and get some rest," said Naruto, as he was about to leave but Sasuke spoke up.
"Hey Naruto, come here for a sec," said Sasuke, while Naruto walked over to his bed.
"What is it?" asked Naruto, who got his answer when Sasuke held up his fist to Naruto.
"You beat me and my brother. You have my respect and support," said Sasuke, his usual smirk on his face.
"Nice to have you back Sasuke," said Naruto, bumping fist with Sasuke and then leaving the room.
Naruto then returned to the Namikaze estate. When he walked in he found Fu had invited Hinata over. Naruto was very happy to see them both.
"What do you two wanna do tonight?" said Naruto, getting both of their attentions.
"I was thinking that we could just go out to a restaurant and eat out," said Fu, with Hinata agreeing with her.
"Sounds good to me. You guys ready to go?" asked Naruto, taking each lady in one arm and went out for a nice dinner.
(Later that night)
"That was good, wasn't Naruto-kun?" asked Hianta walking out of the restaurant holding Naruto's arm.
"Yes it was Hinata. I'll make a shadow clone to escort you home while ill take Fu home," said Naruto, sending Hinata home with a shadow clone.
"How do you feel about Sasuke being back in Konoha?" asked Fu, leaning on Naruto's arm as they walked back toward the estate.
"I feel pretty good. Nice to know that I was able to get him back in one piece," said Naruto, having a smile on his face.
"That's good, if you're happy, I'm happy," said Fu, kissing his cheek.
"Thanks Fu-chan," said Naruto, a grin on his face.
(Ame- Akatsuki hideout)
"Is everything ready, Konan?" asked Pain, looking at his friend to see how preparation was going.
"We are ready to go to Konoha," said Konan, seeing Pain nod in agreement.
"Very well, we move out tomorrow," said Pain, with the other Pain paths behind him.
(A/N: Sup! I'm sorry for being late, but I was considering where to take this part. It might be a little boring, but I like it. Also, I have a poll on my profile that will determine what I do next so please let me know what YOU what me to do. Till next time!)
