Started on December 6, 2016| Philippines| 23:21 hours

So… let's see…

Ah, yes. Here's hopefully the second to the last chap, if not third or fourth to the last (depending on how I write it) for Finding Love.

As I promised, my next project will be a Naruto x Sakura. After that might, keyword being "might", be a Naruto x Kushina (time travel) or Naruto x Mikoto (time travel or cheating).

I've also been thinking on some Naruto x Yoshino Nara… or even Himawari Uzumaki.

A Naruto x Sarada is a high possibility, and so are Naruto x Hanabi (the one out doesn't count since I'll delete it and make a new one), Karui, all the Milfs, Hana Inuzuka, Pakura, Samui, Kurenai, Amaru, Rin, Ryuuzetsu, Tayuya, Temari, Tenten, Tsunade…

Fuck, got it. Story.

Still, just to let you guys know, I'll be working on multiple projects, mostly because of plot bunnies. Plot bunny stories are the ones I won't continue unless I feel like it. Stories like Finding Love (main), are sure to continue until I finish them.

Anyway, here you guys go!

(Finding Love)

Dawn had finally arrived and Kakashi was not in the mood to be disturbed. At least until a person taps on his head making him sigh. Now, whether or not that sigh was of relief, annoyance, or a mixture of both, one couldn't really tell. Still, his next words were spoken as he looked in front of him, where his most prized student was standing. "So?"

"I've completed my mission." Naruto says, his face showing a hint of tiredness.

For a few moments, Kakashi remains silent. He looks at Naruto and nods. "Very well, give me your report."

"Akatsuki is no more."

Shock.

Shock was the first thing that happened to Kakashi. He stared at Naruto with a shocked look. His next words came from his thoughts. "How the fuck did you manage to kill Akatsuki in just two months?!"

Naruto gives a sad smile as he shakes his head. This made Kakashi look at him questioningly, so he spoke. "I didn't kill them. I ended them. There is a difference, you know?"

"Explain." Kakashi says sternly.

Naruto did not need to be told twice. "For the two months I was gone, I hunted down Akatsuki. At first it was done for two reasons. The first was obviously for me to get my mind off of things here… the second was for Jiraya." Naruto paused to make sure Kakashi was able to keep up. "Within fifteen days, I managed to kill all but the masked man, the plant man, Itachi, and the two so-called "leaders" of Akatsuki. By the time the first month was finished, I had tracked down Zetsu, the plant man. How I did it… was thanks to Kurama's help."

"How?"

"Kurama's chakra allowed me to sense the malice… even though I only stuck to using a very small portion of it since by that time, I didn't have… the key…"

Kakashi's eyes softened after hearing that. The key was Minato's—

"But now I do… or rather, I've trained in Senjutsu and Kurama's chakra for the first half of the second month. However, we're getting off topic. Before this Senjutsu and Kurama thing, I killed Zetsu… with some help."

"Help?"

"Yes… I was helped by none other than Itachi Uchiha… and he told me everything about why he killed his clan… and he also told me that since you were the Hokage, you'd have known about it by now unless the elders kept it under wraps even from you."

Kakashi nods. "I'll look into it. I'm guessing he asked you to let me find out for myself?"

Naruto nods and then he continues. "After killing Zetsu was when I trained for half a month in both Senjutsu and Kurama's chakra, as I said earlier. After that, I went to take care of the remainder of Akatsuki. I let Itachi go, of course. He's done more than enough already, and is now waiting for Sasuke. We both know who would win between them."

Kakashi nods. He'd have to prepare a casket just in case. "Continue."

"So, the first I found was the masked man. He's… well, I managed to beat him thanks to Kurama's help and my use of Senjutsu at the same time. I had nearly depleted my chakra thanks to him, and I feared I might have to take a month more just to beat their leaders… even though he was the real leader of Akatsuki. I think I forgot to mention that Zetsu was the master mind behind all this…"

Kakashi's eyes widen at the news. His expression softens though after coming to the conclusion that in their line of work, even the weakest could be the strongest. "Then?"

"Then, I got the masked dude to change his ways and reveal how he started Akatsuki. Especially after using Senjutsu to keep him tangible. It was a pain, but it worked. He'll be coming here soon to pay you a visit." Naruto puts his hand up at Kakashi's narrowed eyes. "Before you say anything, he's harmless. I've made sure of it."

With a sigh, Kakashi has only one last question for Naruto regarding Akatsuki. "And the fake leaders?"

"They're… well, in all honesty? They were the ones to meet me right after I defeated the masked one. They were watching and listening the whole time… I guess luck was on my side."

"Well, you are the luckiest bastard I know." Kakashi comments nonchalantly.

"I'll take that as a compliment." Naruto says with a chuckle. "So far, everything has turned out pretty well."

Kakashi nods with his eye smile ever present. "So, what took you an extra half-a-month?"

Naruto gives a small smile at that. "Let's just say that… I needed to sort my thoughts before coming back…"

Taking in a breath, Kakashi leans into his chair. "So, you're fine with her?"

"Sensei… I was the one who brought her to the hospital. I heard all she said, even with the heavy rain."

"Then why did you leave?"

Naruto shrugs tiredly. "I didn't know who I could trust, myself included. Kurama helped me out with it once I was done with Akatsuki. Let's not forget the nights I had to spend awake thinking about the mission and her."

Kakashi nods understandingly. "Well, you should get some rest."

"I should, but before that, what happened while I was gone?"

"A lot of things. However, only two of importance at the moment." Kakashi replies as he stands and motions to his chair to allow Naruto to sit. He smiles when he sees Naruto nod a thanks and taking the offer. "Sai was… dealt with."

"I'm not Ino. How?"

"He's alive, but inside ANBU. Don't worry, we can trust him. He's officially dead and he is our intelligence head when it comes to things that come from the smaller countries. He's… like a machine with feelings implanted into him, with no idea how to use them."

Naruto chuckles as his eyes close. He is still awake, however, and speaks. "So this is to get him out of the village, gather intelligence, and hopefully make him into a real human being? Joy. Sarcasm not intended."

Kakashi smiles. "Yeah. As for Inoichi… he was the one who told me about his knowledge on Danzo's undercover agents. Sure I was part of them once, but he dealt with them on a daily basis."

"Danzo, huh? Is he dead?"

"No…" Kakashi gives a sad look to Naruto's frowning face. "He's on the run. If you want, I can send you after him with a team—"

"When I'm fully rested. Got it."

Kakashi chuckles before shaking his head and placing a comforting hand on Naruto's shoulders. "You did well, Naruto… now, rest up."

Naruto nods as his eyes open to show just how tired he really was. "Remind me that I still have a proposition for you, yeah?" He asks before falling asleep on the chair.

"Yeah, I will." Kakashi mutters before turning around to look at the sunrise. "You deserve that chair more than any of us. But… you deserve happiness more than that chair, so until you're ready… I'll hold that chair for you."

(TBC)

First of all, I was sick, meaning having cough and colds, while making this okay? So yeah, Obito will see Kakashi. That much is obvious.

Also, it seems like I'll be making 15 chapters total.

This means… 4 more to go, I guess?

Meh, we'll see when we get there. Just a few more things to tie up.

Also, I just realized that Orochimaru is still out there so I'll deal with him within the next two chaps.

Oh yeah, I'll start working on my Naruto x Sakura story now. As for the other pairings mentioned above? We'll see. Not a ton of good ones for Naruto x Sarada, Naruto x Kushina, Naruto x Mikoto, or even Naruto x Yoshino. A few are good, not a ton. (most/a ton are SMUT)

Anyway, guest or not, please review.

Finished on December 9, 2016| Philippines| 21:52 hours