Monster
Chapter 10
Light fluff in this chapter!
Kakashi POV:
A few days after the 'incident'.
"I see." Said the Third Hokage, whilst smoking his pipe.
"I'd like to request a higher ranked mission for my team. One that allows the permission to leave the village." I sternly requested against my better judgment.
The Third took a long drag of his pipe and sighed. "I don't know if that's possible. The Elder's like their fox where they can keep an eye on him. If he were to leave the village he may decide to never come back." His wrinkled gaze turned towards the window. "It's a big world out there. No one would know his true identity. He could go rogue and start a new life somewhere. I imagine he would be happy." The elderly man gently rubbed the corner of his eye, wiping away the beginnings of a tear.
"I'll take full responsibility. You have my word I will bring the child back should he run." I said. The Third nodded in approval.
"I'll see what I can do."
xXxXx
Later that following morning.
Sasuke was always the first to arrive, followed by Naruto soon after and then the girl. The two of them had an interesting relationship to say at the very least. I got the feeling that the fox child's newfound friendship with the raven was what gave the boy strength to get up every morning. If I had lived the life of that boy...who knows how I would have turned out.
A weaker soul would have probably just killed themselves to be rid of the prolonged suffering. How this child managed to still smile and laugh after everything I had witnessed, actually broke my heart. His desire for true freedom and acceptance was just as strong as his will to live. Even with the nine tails healing capabilities the boy should have died.
And here he is, only a few days later...the happiest I've ever seen him.
I can't do much in the ways of freeing you, Naruto, but what I can do is show you that not everywhere you go...you'll be treated like a monster. The freedom you seek is out there...you just have to be willing to fight for it.
Sasuke POV:
"What do you think our mission will be today?" The blonde asked excitedly.
"Probably cleaning out someone's filthy barn or something else stupid." I answered unenthused as I laid back on a soft patch of grass, folding my arms behind my head and gazed at the clear sky. The blonde soon laid next to me, his face turned towards me. A few minutes went by without either one of us saying a word, just enjoying each other's company before Naruto spoke.
"Hey Sasuke," He began. "I never told you."
"Told me what?" I asked whilst still continuing to gaze at the morning sky. It was a beautiful day. The sun's rays caressed my pale completion, making my skin warm to the touch. A cool breeze blew every once and awhile, sending the nearby flowers into a bliss. Their petals dancing in the wind. I closed my eyes and waited for the boy's response.
A moment later I felt the boy shift beside me, his warmth tingling my flesh and his breath sending shivers down my spine as he leaned in. His lips grazed the side of my cheek in an ever so slight kiss. "Arigatou, for being my friend." He whispered. I opened my eyes in shock and turned my gaze towards the smiling boy. His eyes enchanting me.
I could feel the heat rising to my flushed face as my stygian gaze basked in the radiant boy. The sun hitting him in an angelic way. Naruto...I-
Wait a minute! Did he just kiss me and then say 'friend'?!
There was a sharp pain to my heart and then a hint of anger, but it quickly dissipated at the sight of the boy's increasing smile. Oh forget it. A soft smile gracing my lips. I'm starting to think he doesn't know the difference anyway.
xXxXx
Several minutes later and Sakura showed up. For once she didn't ruin a moment. She sat down in front of Naruto and I and said 'good morning' to both of us. Her gaze shifted to the blonde and smiled. "You're cut seems to be healing nicely." She said as she gently ran her fingers over the abrasion. For some reason that bothered me but I let it slide.
"Hey I was wondering," The pink haired girl began cheerfully. "Would you guys like to go out for ramen after our mission today?"
Naruto's eyes widened in disbelief. "Guys?...as in the two of us? You're not just inviting Sasuke?" The boy asked as he scratched the back of his head nervously.
Naruto and I haven't even gone out to ramen yet! Like I'm gonna let some stupid annoying girl just waltz in and-
"Really?! I can come too?!" The blonde questioned in amazement, knocking me out of my inner rampage. The girl nodded, "Ya, I want it to be the three of us and maybe Kakashi-sensei if he's not too busy. I thought It'd be nice to hangout outside of missions. Maybe go to the movies and stuff too. We're teammates, right?" She exclaimed.
I studied the girl as she spoke. She was serious. She meant every word. Her forest green eyes glistened like the morning dew drops on the tree leaves. She just wants to be included. Not just as an annoying fangirl, but as a member of the team.
I sighed and tore my gaze from the girl the over excitedly boy. I guess it's alright.
"Fine." I looked back to the blonde and then to the girl. "But only if Naruto comes and you don't fawn all over me."
They both agreed and then pounced me to the ground without warning into a warm embrace. So annoying...I blushed.
Kakashi POV:
And they wonder why I'm always late. Who could spoil such beautiful moments like that?
I smiled and then appeared before them in a cloud of smoke.
"Good morning." I greeted.
"YOU'RE LATE!" All three of them spat while recovering off of the raven they had imprisoned in a heartfelt embrace.
xXxXx
It was an escort mission. C-Rank. Our duty was to travel alongside a bridge builder named Tazuna to the village in the waves. It was the best The Third could do but I wasn't complaining. It was still a chance for Naruto to see the outside world. A world where he isn't known as the demon's child.
xXxXx
Naruto POV:
This guy's kind of a drunk, isn't he? Not very nice either. I thought as we all made our way to the village gate. I had never left Konoha before. I was pretty nervous and excited all at the same time. What if they don't like me in his village either? It's not like they'd know, right?
Once we reached the gate, my body froze. I was the last one, the others had already crossed. I just stood there, staring at the threshold. Fear, excitement and wonder aroused from within me. It was terrifying...and yet so thrilling. I was...leaving. This place...this hell. My gaze drifted to the two guards. They were watching me closely, scowling at me in question.
"Naruto!" The girl cheerfully yelled, gaining my attention.
"Come on kid, let's go." The man said as he took a swig of his alcohol.
"Hai!" I yelled back as I crossed the gate, never once looking back.
To be continued...
I can't believe there are already 10 chapters. I hope you guys enjoyed. Feel free to review. Another chapter on the way!