AN: And here we are, the beginning of the end...of act 1 of RMN. Just twelve more chapters and we'll be half way through this series. So what are we waiting for. Let's get the show on the road. Oh yeah, the newest opening theme for RMN is Idea, perfromed by eufonious, for the anime Noein. Now, lets begin...

Rave Master Naruto

Rave 49: See You in the Movies

Giniro no sora wo (hateshinai sora) / The silver sky (an endless sky)

Kimi to nagameta (nanimo iwazuni) / I gazed together with you (without a word)

Senaka ni fureta (furueru yubi de) / Touching your back (with trembling fingers)

Shizukani omou (yokogao miage) / I quietly ponder (as your profile looks up

Tashikametai sono egao wo Kimi no sono mirai wo / I want to assure your smile, And the future ahead of you

Tachi tsukushite naku dake no jibun wo keshisatte / Just standing and crying I want to erase myself away

Tachi tsukushite naku dake no jibun wo keshisatte / As I extend my hands It is almost within my reach

Souzou janai kanosei nara kitto / This is no fantasy Possibilities are perhaps...

Soba ni aru / Right by my side

Kanashimi mo zenbu chikara ni kaete / Changing every sorrow into strength

Genkai nanka wa jikan no hate ni sutete shimaou / Let's throw away all limitation into the end of time

Tada kimi wo mezasu tame / Just keeping you as my aspirations

Tsuyoi kaze no naka mo / Even in the driving wind

Mada susunde yuku yo / I will still push on ahead

Misekku kesta

Fortune, Will you save it for me dear?

"So, this is the...Great Plue Bridge I've heard about?" said Kakashi, giving a rather dead pan look as his single eye gazed upon the completed structure.

"I still can't believe they named it after Plue" groaned Naruto.

Tenten pats him on the back and says "Don't worry, whiskers. I'm sure you'll one day do something worthy enough to get your named immortalized."

Haku takes a good look at the bridge then says "Is it just me or have they added to the bridge since we left here all those months ago?"

"Well, Mr. Tazuna did say there was still more to do beside creating a path for people to walk on across the water. I guess this is what he meant" notes Hinata.

The bridge, when they had last seen it, had simply been just that. Just a wide path that crossed over the ocean. The only other thing than that had been two large poles rising up on the mainland side that had the Words "Great Plue Bridge" carved into it.

Now, it appeared the people of Wave had erected walls and even roofing to cover the heads of those who crossed through the bridge. There were little windows set up along the walls so people could look out and observe the waters and ships sailing upon the water. There was even some interesting decor set up to give a more regal feel to the bridge, as if to give people a sense that they were entering someplace amazing.

And to top it off, the wooden plank that had the bridges name had been removes and replaced with something far more elaborate. Giant letters, decked out in lights so it could bee seen at night. And most interesting of all was the giant statue of Plue himself with a piece of candy being held up high.

"That is just so wrong" said Naruto, looking at the statue.

"They made you into a statue, Plue. It makes you look really cool" says Hinata as she hugs Plue.

"Puun" says Plue, feeling a sense of pride at seeing his giant replica.

"Well, enough with admiration. Let's get going" said Kakashi before entering into the bridge corridor.

After making their way across the bridge, Team Rave emerged and found Wave to be a changed place from when they had last been here. It was apparent that Tazuna's construction work had been rather busy since they had last been here.

Many of the buildings had been rebuilt while others showed signs that a remodeling job was likely in the planning. The road, which had originally been dusty and dirty, was now paved over. It was obvious that without Gato ruining the lives of the people here and controlling everything going on in Wave, the land had finally obtained the greatness that it had always strived for.

"Hey, Kakashi-sensei" says Naruto suddenly.

"Hm, what is it?" asked Kakashi, who had been busy admiring the sights.

"Do you think we have time for a slight detour before we go to meet our client?" asked Naruto.

Kakashi looks at his watch, then says "I guess we do have a few minutes to spare. Why?"

"I was thinking that, while we're here, we should stop in and say high to old man Tazuna, Tsunami, and Inari" said Naruto.

"Good idea. I doubt they'd be expecting to see us, so it would be a nice surprise" says Haku.

"It would be nice to check in on them" adds Tenten, getting a nod of agreement from Hinata.

"Well, I suppose we can. So, which way do we go to see them?" asked Kakashi.

After a bit of walking, the team soon find themselves arriving at the residence of Tazuna and his family. As they walk up, Tenten laughs a little and says ""Seems that old coot did some remodeling on his home too."

It was true; Tazuna had increased the size of his families home. Now, it was looking more like a small mansion. And the garden Tsunami had was also a lot bigger as well.

"Well, let's go see them and ask about the changes" said Haku.

Once they reached the front door, Naruto reaches out and knocks on it. "Just a moment" comes a familiar voice. After a few seconds, they hear foot steps approaching the door. Then the sound of the lock being undone then the door opens.

"How can I help...it's you four" says a surprised Tsunami.

"It's good to see you again, miss Tsunami" said Hinata while Plue raises his paw up in greeting.

"You all too. Will you come in and join me. I can make something if you like" offered Tsunami.

"Though kind, I'm afraid we must decline. Me and the team were just stopping by so they could check in on you before we get back to our mission" says Kakashi.

"And you are, sir? Has Team Rave gotten a new sensei? I hope nothing has happened to miss Kurenai or Anko" says Tsunami.

Kakashi shakes his head, then says "I am Kakashi Hatake. Both Kurenai and Anko are fine and on their own assignments at the moment. I was selected to accompany Team Rave due to the nature of their current mission and being familiar with the place we'll be heading to."

"I see. It's a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Hatake" says Tsunami before bowing graciously.

"You can call me Kakashi if you like. Being addressed as Mr. Hatake feels kind of weird" says Kakashi.

Tsuanmi blushes a little, then says "Understood."

"So, are Inari and the old man around by any chance?" asked Naruto.

Tsunami shakes her head, then says "Sorry, but they've gone to the north side of the island to begin working on a major new project; a new port that will make connecting to the ocean much easier than it is with our current set up."

"I hope Grandeer's forest won't be affected by the construction going on here in Wave" says Naruto, more to himself than to anyone else.

"Don't worry, we're keeping the forest here on the island untouched" says Tsunami, to calm his fears.

"So, what's with all this construction going on here? And what about your home? It's a lot bigger than what it was when we were last here" asked Tenten.

"You've seen the improvements made to the bridge, haven't you?" asked Tsunami, getting a nod from everyone in response. "Well, everyone in Wave felt the whole city should reflect the impressiveness given off by the bridge. Besides, we want to restore Wave back to the way it use to be before Gato, if not make it greater than it ever was. And as for the remodeling of our home? Well, we felt we could always use the extra rooms just in case we ever get special guest stooping by."

"Is all this remodeling of Wave the reason why scenes from the new Princess Snow movie are being shot here before they move on the the Land of Snow to finish it up?" asked Haku.

"I believe so" said Tsunami as she gives the question some thought. "I've heard some scenes have been shot around Wave, such as the city and even in the forest. And I know they'll be leaving for Snow once they finish up. Though that may be another week or two as I've heard they're still awaiting the arrival of the two key actors for the movie who will be playing the roles of the princess and the masked boy."

"Alright, some juicy plot details" says Tenten, who was curious what the new movies was going to be about. "By the way, do you know where the the movie guys are staying? We've been hired to act as help on the set."

Tsunami gives Tenten a coy smile and says "I doubt your mission is as simple as helping on set, but I won't pry for details given I remember how secretive you ninja need to be. Just head back into town and head to Hinata's Embrace, our new inn that is doubling as the base for the movies production."

"Hinata's Embrace?" asked Hinata, blushing and surprised to learn that her name had been immortalized as well.

"That's right. We also have the Tenten Dojo, where people can go for exercise and martial arts training. We have our famous Haku Ice Cream Palace, our most popular spot for those who have a snack attack happening. The Kurenai Theater where people can go see movies. And we're currently working on the Anko Hot Spring resort on the northern side of the island and the Zabuza Prison for use in locking away trouble makers" says Tsunami.

"What about me? What has my name on it?" asked Naruto.

"Well..." says Tsunami as she chuckles nervously. "We have an old out house with your name on it."

Naruto goes white faced and dazed as he says in a drained, lifeless voice "They named a crap shack after me?"

Tenten burst out laughing, then says "Now that's gratitude for you, whiskers."

"I'm teasing, Naruto. Here's what will bare your name" says Tsunami as she heads back inside, then returns and shows them a piece of paper with a design on it. It was the blue prints for what looked like a majestic looking ship.

"The HMS Naruto, the first of a new generation of trade ships that will allow us to travel to distant lands. She's only this blue print now. But we're expecting to begin building her before the year is over."

"That's better" says Naruto, feeling better knowing he didn't have an out house named for him.

"Well, we better get going. Otherwise, we'll be late with meeting the clients" says Kakashi.

"I won't keep you, then. I'll let my father and Inari know you were here. But if you need a place to stay, then please feel free to stay here" says Tsunami.

"If we do, then we'll be back" says Naruto. They all say their goodbyes then head back into the city.

RMN

"Why those little rabble rousers. When I get my hands on them, I'll give them what for" shouts an old man who was short in stature and quite hairy.

"Is there a problem sir?" asked Kakashi as he and Team Rave came walking up to the irate old man.

"Is there a problem? Is there a PROBLEM? You can bet your blue mask there's a problem" shouts the old man before stomping his feet upon the ground like a little kid having a temper tantrum. "Those dag blasted punks have kidnapped my granddaughter and have the nerve to demand money from me in order to see her returned."

"You serious?" asked Naruto.

"Of course I'm serious, you blond haired igit" shouts the man before digging into his pocket and pulls out the letter he found hanging from his front door. He then hands it to Kakashi who reads it over.

"I guess Wave isn't as peaceful as we thought" notes Tenten, getting a nod from Haku.

"I wonder..." says Kakashi as he reads it over several times and can't help but find something off here.

"Has anyone gone to save her yet?" asked Hinata.

"I was just raring to go get her myself. And teach those little hooligans a thing or two about respect while I was at it. Then my back started acting up and that just makes me madder" says the old man.

"If you want, sir. I'll go and get her back for you" offers Kakashi.

"You will? Aw, thank you, sonny. It's nice to know there are some whipper snappers out there with a lick of common decency about them. The message tells me where to go to bring the money for the exchange. Just go there and do what you must and get my precious grand child back for me. And while you're at it, make them brats regret messing with me as well."

"Sensei, what about the mission?" asked Haku.

"You four go on ahead. I'll catch up once I help this old man out. Beside, there's something I want to confirm" says Kakashi before walking off to take care of this little errand.

"Sir, do you know where the cast and crew of the new Princess Snow movie are staying?" asked Hinata. "We've been given a mission to help them with behind the scene stuff."

"The what now?" asked the old man. "Oh, that big production that I've been hearing about. Let me see...ah yes, I remember now. Just keep heading down this road, take the second right, and follow it till you see the large building. I think it'll have a teaser poster for the movie hanging by the door or something."

"Thanks for the tip, old man. Could you be sure to tell Kakashi-sensei this when he gets back with your grand daughter?" asked Naruto.

"Sure thing" said the old man. After the ninja had wondered off, he says "What did they want me to do, now?"

After a bit more walking and asking another resident about how to find their clients, and getting more detailed information to boot, Team Rave was finally standing outside the massive building that was usually used for building boats, as it was close to the water, but had been modified for the production of the new movie.

"So, do we open the large doors or look for a smaller one?" asked Tenten.

Before anyone could answer, the large double door before them screeches open and a woman astride horse back comes riding out like the devil was at her back. Several seconds later, she is followed by several men also riding horses with large weapons drawn. "Kill her" one of them shouts.

"What's going on?" wonders Haku.

"Trouble, that's what" shouts Naruto before breaking into a run. "Come on, she's gonna need our help."

"Hold on a second" shouts Tenten, but Naruto was already heading off after them.

"You idiot, get back here. They may be shooting a scene for the movie" she adds before taking off after him.

"Should we follow?" asked Haku. "Seeing as I don't see any cameras and all?"

Hinata shakes her head, then says "This is likely a practice run before they actually shoot the scene. We'll leave it to Tenten to stop Naruto. Let's head on in and meet with the client."

As the chase continues along the water side, the rider furthest back feels something bump against him. Looking back, he sees Plue looking up and wave at him. He goes wide eyed with shock and yells "GGGAAAHHH, a baby manatee."

"Nope, carrot nosed dog" shouts Naruto as he comes sailing down from over head and and deliverers a round house kick that sends the man flying into the water. Good work, Plue. Just five more to go" says Naruto as he takes the reigns of the horse.

Whipping the horse to go faster, Naruto catches up with the next rider and uses a kunai to cut the strap to the saddle, causing him to be sent spinning to the side and falling from the horse. Then he chucks sleeping powder into the face of the next rider with the expected result happening.

Naruto closes in on the last two rider, who are side by side, and jumps from his horse and plants a foot onto the back of each steed. The riders look back and Naruto quickly takes a chance to clunk their heads together, causing them both to fall off. He then notices the lead horse and its riders were slowing down, having seen his rescue of them.

Jumping onto the the ground, Naruto awaits the rider to approach him. "Hey, you OK? I saw these guys coming after you and thought you could use some help."

The rider comes to a stop next to Naruto, giving him a chance to see the face of both the rider and the companion. "Hey, wait a minute? Aren't you AAAAAHHHHH"

Naruto's question is interrupted as the woman maces him with pepper spray to the eyes. Needless to say, Naruto was now stumbling around blindly with both hands rubbing his eyes. "You idiot, just what do you think you're doing? You could have injured someone back there?" shouts the woman.

"Don't worry ma'am, your guys are fine" says Tenten as she comes running up.

Seeing Naruto still rubbing his redden eyes, she says "Naruto, didn't it cross your mind that they were acting in the movie?" She then looks back at the woman, who has taken off her hood, and ask "Are you Yukie Fugikaze, the actress who portrays princess Gale?"

Yukie's response is to spray Tenten with her pepper spray as well. As Tenten starts shouting from the pain in her eyes, Yukie says with disdain in her voice "That's for not stopping the idiot."

A few minutes later, back at the movie set, Hinata and Haku bow before the movie director. "I apologize for the actions of my teammates. We didn't see any camera's so thought that the first rider was in danger" said Hinata.

The director waves it off, saying "Don't worry about it. No one was harmed, save for a few headaches and two cases of irritated eyes. At least we know you lot can be trusted to take care of business if needed. Now, allow me to introduce Yukie's manager; Sandayu."

An older man, with brown hair that was starting to show signs of graying and who was wearing glasses walked up and said "Please to meet you, and thanks for coming. So, it it just the four of you then?"

Hinata shakes her head, then says "No sir, there is a Jonin with us by the name of Kakashi Hatake who went to check on something while we came here to meet with you. He should be joining us shortly."

"Kakashi Hatake?" says Sandayu. The name sounds familiar to him, but he couldn't remember why.

'Could it be...?'

"Yukie, was in necessary to mace them when their intentions were pure?" asked the director as said actress came walking up.

"Not really, but it'll teach them to go rushing off half cocked into affairs without knowing what's going on first" replied Yukie, not really caring about the matter.

"I can understand you macing Naruto, but I was trying to stop him. Why'd you mace me" shouts Tenten from her chair.

"For not being fast enough" replies Yukie nonchalantly. "I'll be in my dressing room till we're ready to shoot the scene" says Yukie before turning around and walking off.

"Wait Yukie, don't you think you should apologize to them as well?" asked Sandayu, but gets ignored as Yukie keeps walking till she disappears from sight. "Sorry about that, she can be difficult to deal with from time to time."

"Don't worry about it" says Hinata before walking over to Naruto and takes a wet rag sitting next to him and starts rubbing it over hie eyes gently. Haku goes and does the same with Tenten.

After twenty more minutes of waiting, Kakashi finally arrives.

"Sorry for the delay. Did...something happen here?" asked Kakashi, seeing the redness around Tenten's eyes as she and Haku come walking up.

"Only Naruto acting on impulse and me getting punished for it" replies Tenten.

"So, did the matter of the kidnapped girl get settled?" asked Haku.

"What was there to settle. As my suspicions believed, there was no kidnapping. The girl was just playing a prank on her grandpa" says Kakashi.

"How did you figure that one?" asked Tenten.

"The hand writing was clearly that of a girls. Besides, given how good things are going here in Wave for its citizens, I found it hard to believe anyone here would need to resort to kidnapping for money" says Kakashi.

"You have a point" says Haku.

Tenten nods in agreement, then smiles as she sees a slip of paper hanging out from Kakashi's pocket. "So sensei, did she give you her phone number?"

"Hm?" says Kakashi, finally taking notice. Pulling the paper out and opening it, Kakashi says "I guess she did. That would explain her being all touchy friendly with me. And I was just thinking she was overly affectionate."

'I thought so, it is you, Kakashi' thinks Sandayu as he walks over to them.

Kakashi the notices the redness around Tenten's eyes and ask "Did something happen while I was gone?"

"Oh, nothing. Nothing that's worth mentioning" replies Tenten, laughing nervously.

"So, you're the one leading these kids?" asked Sandayu as he extends his hand out.

Kakashi returns the gesture and they both shake hands. "I am. Kakashi Hatake."

"My name is Sandayu, the manager of Yukie Fujikaze. Please, allow me to introduce the rest of the crew." Sandayu then points to his left and says "That is Hoshi Rowe, the director for all the Princess Snow movies."

He then walks over to a group of men who were looking over the set. "And these are our fellow cast members." He points to a bald headed man dressed like a monk and says "This is Burikinto, who plays Mako in the series."

"Please to meet you" says Burikinto.

"I know I guy who's a major fan of yours" says Tenten, stepping forward. She reaches into her pocket and pulls out a picture of Burikinto and ask "Could you sign this for him?"

"Sure" said Burikinto as he takes the picture and signs it.

"Are you sure it isn't for you?" asked Haku.

"NO" shouts Tenten, looking at him. "It's for Lee. He's a big fan of any person, actor or otherwise, who fights with their fist."

"Can we continue?" asked Sandayu. After getting a nod from Tenten and Haku, he points to an older man with black/gray hair and a goatee and says "This is Hidero who plays Shishimaru."

Sandayu then points to a man with long, curly brown hair and says "And here we have Michy, actor of the character Sukeakuro."

"And last but not least" says Sandayu as he points to a man with short, blond hair and says "This is Yu. Believe it or not, but he portrays the main villain of the Princess Gale series, Mao. Though I bet you never would have guessed that seeing as he isn't in make up at the moment."

"And what about Princess Snow herself; Yukie Fujikaze?" asked Kakashi.

"She's in her dressing room right now. Sorry, but don't expect her to come out till we need her for a scene or if she needs to do practice run prior to shooting. Now, if you follow me, I'll introduce you to the rest of the crew."

But before Sandayu can begin to lead them, a man comes running into the building, shouting. "Mr. Rowe, Mr. Rowe, we have a problem."

The director sighs as he slumps back into his seat, then ask "What is it?"

"I'm guessing there have been some issues?" asked Kakashi to Sandayu.

"Only the usual that happens when shooting a big budget movie. That's one of the reasons we decided to hire ninja. I'll explain in more detail later" says Sandayu.

"WHAT?" shouts the director, jumping from his chair. "What do you mean both Ryusuke Todai and Tomoyo Daiyoi have dropped out?"

"I'm sorry, sir. But the message said they both got offers to do another movie with twice the pay" says the newly arrived messenger.

The director falls back into his chair and slaps his hand against his face as he slumps down, saying "This is just great; we're already behind as it is. And now this?"

"What's going on?" asked Haku.

Sandayu sighs, then says "We had two famous child actors coming in to play the roles of the two main characters for this movie. Did any of you see our last film?"

Tenten nods, then says "Princess Snow and the Valley of Phantom Mist. I saw it."

"Well, then you may recall that at the end of the movie, Princess Snow and the others found an injured masked boy. This story was going to pick up where that left off as we learn more about the mask boy while helping a young princess reclaim her kingdom."

Sandayu then adds "Ryusuke was to play the masked boy, named Dew. Tomoyo was going to play princess Prism."

"And if they have both dropped out to do another movie?" asked Kakashi.

"What do you think? It means we'll have to put the movie on hold. Maybe even cancel it all together" says Yukie as she comes walking up. Seeing the look on Sandayu's face, she says "I heard the director's yell. Oh well, I guess we don't get to go to the land of Snow after all. Pity."

Sandayu takes note of her lack of caring, then looks at Kakashi and says "She's been against filming there and has even threatened to quiet, though I know she wouldn't."

"This is bad, though. If they end up canceling the movie, then we can't get into Snow to look for the Rave stone" whispers Haku to Tenten.

"I know" whispers back Tenten. "Naruto's not going to like this."

"Speaking of which, were is Naruto? And Hinata and Plue too?" asked Kakashi, realizing they were MIA.

"Hey, Hinata. Check this out" comes Naruto's voice, from the far side of the large room.

Everyone looks over and sees Naruto digging into a prop box, with Hinata and Plue watching him; all three apparently unaware of what had just happened. Naruto pulls out a prop skull and holds it in his hand. "Alas, poor skull dude. I knew you well. Now look at you,wasted away."

Hinata giggles before grabbing some large hat and says "I've always depended on the kindness of strangers" with a southern accent.

"What the hell are they doing?" asked Yukie.

Tenten slaps her hand against her face and says "I knew it. Hinata has finally caught Naruto's stupidity disease."

"Hold the phone?" says the director suddenly, catching everyone off guard. He makes a camera shape with both hands, studying Naruto and Hinata. "You know. I think...HEY, YOU TWO!"

Naruto and Hinata jump, then look back. "Yeah?" asked Naruto.

"Get over here" shouts the director.

"I think we're in trouble" says Hinata as they walk over.

Once they were over there, the director begins to circle them like a buzzard, making them nervous as he examines them closely. "I wonder...could it work?"

"Excuse me, sir. Mind explaining why you're looking at me and Hinata like we're pieces of meat?" asked Naruto.

The director ignores the question, instead shouting "Zeke, take the boy. Lucy, take the girl. See if they can fit into the costumes."

"Huh?" says everyone in unison.

"Well, we hired them to help out with stuff on set for the movie. Lets see if they can help with our current problem" says the director as Naruto and Hinata get dragged off into different rooms.

"You have got to be kidding. There is no way they can play the roles" says Yukie, obviously irritated.

"We all have to start somewhere" says the director, not really caring for her objection.

A few minutes later, Naruto and Zeke reemerge and Zeke says "He's a perfect fit for the role. But we'll need to cast a new mask since the current one was designed for Ryusuke's face."

"That'll only take a day to do. Not a problem" says the director.

Tenten looks over Naruto and says "Looking good there, whiskers."

Naruto looks down at his black/gray pants and tunic top that was partly open, red jacket with hoodie. He then looks back and says "Yeah, it looks cool, huh?"

Lucy then reappears with Hinata, now wearing a beautiful princess dress and blushing madly and walks over to them. "We'll need to make a wig for her, seeing as Prism is suppose to have long hair. And we'll need to do a little work on her top seeing as she's got a well developed chest, larger than Tomoyo's" Everyone notices that her chest is rather obvious and there was even some cleavage showing, which was making Naruto wide eyed and cheeks blushing fiercely.

"Again, nothing that can't be dealt with in under a days time" says the director before stepping out to address everyone. "OK, here this, people. The film has been saved. Behold our new stars, um...what are your names again?"

"WHAT?" shout Naruto, Hinata, and Tenten.

Haku laughs and says "This just got a lot more interesting."

RMN

Over the next week, the production of the new Princess Gale movies was moving with full steam as they shot all the scenes that would be shot in Wave. Naruto wasn't overly thrilled at having to wear a mask for the majority of the movie at first, save for a flash back scene and the ending scenes according to the script. But he soon found the whole thing fun as it made he feel mysterious and cool.

Hinata, on the other hand, found herself feeling a little self conscious while wearing her princess outfit during her characters earliest scenes. Though they had adjusted it to fit her better so it didn't crush her chest in as much, but it still showed off a bit a cleavage which she wasn't overly found of. But luckily for her, she'd be wearing something more practical for most of the rest of the movie, save for the final scenes.

But there was one little detail that made both Naruto and Hinata nervous. That detail was the fact they would have an onscreen kiss at the end of the movie. Naturally, Tenten had taken the opportunity to remind them, constantly I might add, that they would be sharing their first kiss with the whole world. But Naruto and Hinata both found it odd that hearing Tenten say first kiss felt wrong; as if it wouldn't be their first. But they hadn't kissed before, right? Not that they haven't had a few close calls though.

With what they shot amounted to this. Gale and her companions, plus Dew (Naruto) who had been met during the finally of the last movie when he had been horribly disfigured in a fire saving a girl thus the need for the mask, arrived at their new location and had come across Prism (Hinata) and her body guard Daisuke, being played by Mao's actor in make up being attacked by assassin's. Daisuke dies and entrust Gale with seeing Prism safely to her fathers kingdom so she could take her rightful place as queen.

Now, they were currently on the ship sailing to Snow and taking the moment to shoot the next set of scenes that would detail the arrival in Prism's homeland and the discovery that Mao had joined with the evil Madoshi, who had killed Prism's father to assume control, so as to finally get his revenge against Gale and her allies for all the years they had fudged his plans over.

"And action" shouts the director.

Hinata, now dressed in a violet and purple colored tunic with light blue pants and pink scarf, stood looking out over the ocean, lost in thought. Thinking on her captured kingdom, if she could really free the people from the Madoshi, and if she has what it takes to succeed her father.

"A penny for your thoughts?" asked Naruto as he comes walking up, his voice slightly muffled due to the mask which would need to have him redo his lines in post production.

"What do you want, metal face?" asked Prism in an annoyed tone, not bothering to look at him. This was the one other aspect of her role Hinata didn't like; the fact she was going to have to be outright mean and cold to Naruto. She knew it was just for the story narrative and that it would improve over the course of the film, but still...

"Ouch, that's cold" said Dew, though he didn't sound very hurt by her words which was do to the fact Dew had fallen for Prism at first sight and couldn't bring himself to hate or be angry with her. "And on that topic, it's pretty cold out here. Don't you think you should go back inside, Prism?"

"That's PRINCESS Prism to you, tag along. Why did Gale feel the need to bring you along anyways? You're just going to be in the way" says Prism.

"Who can say, really. I'm sure she has her reasons" offers Dew. "Anyways, about it being cold..."

"I come from a cold land. I'm use to the cold. It doesn't bother me in the slightest. But if you're feeling a chill, then you better get back inside" says Prism before mumbling "It'll do us both good."

"You come from a cold land, huh?' Well, that explains your personality" jokes Dew.

"Listen you..." shouts Prism as she turns quickly to face him, but Dew takes the chance to step forward and stand next to her. Prism reacts by taking a few steps away, but otherwise stays leaning against the railing.

"Despite the cold, the wind feels good though, huh?" asked Dew.

"Yeah, I guess it does" was her response, allowing the negative feelings she had towards Dew to diminish for the moment. But they quickly come back as she says "Not that you can feel it though."

Dew laughs, then says "Yeah, you're right. But I didn't always have this mask. Once, I could feel the ocean wind against my face. And I remember the smell of the salt in the air. At the very least, the smell still the same."

"Dew, it's time for your medication" comes the voice of Gale from behind them.

Dew looks back and shouts "Coming." He then looks at Prism and says "I know you hate me and all. And that's fine. Your hate won't stop me from doing what I promised myself I'd do."

"Oh yeah, and what's that?" asked Prism, not really caring or even bothering to look at Dew.

"Help you get back your kingdom, of course. Even if it cost me my life" was Dew's response before running off towards Gale.

Prism turns and watches him run and meet up with Gale, her eyes wide with surprise with what he had said. But Hinata's thoughts were a little different. 'Naruto's the perfect person to play Dew. Like Naruto, Dew is such a kind person. It's hard not to love him.'

Prism returns to looking out over the water as Dew enters the ship. For a few seconds, there is silence. "You should treat him better, princess. After all, guys like him are pretty rare" says Gale as she walks up to join her.

She knew that was the truth, but... "Why did you insist on bringing him along? He's only going to get himself killed, you know."

"Maybe not" was Gale's reply. "Me and the boys have been working with him and he's shown remarkable skill. I have no doubt he'll become a great warrior one day."

"Though his mask will likely scare people and make them not trust him" says Prism.

"Perhaps, but Dew sees that mask as a badge of honor."

Looking at Gale, Prism ask "Why?"

"It was a few months back. Me and my friends were in the Land of Amber, dealing with our long time enemy, Mao. He was seeking to reawaken to ancient Dolem beast. He succeeded and the Dolem set fire to the capital city, though we managed to destroy the Dolem and defeat Mao, though he managed to escape as always."

"And how does this relate to Dew anyways?" asked Prism, actually curious.

"During the attack on the capital, the Dolem caused a deadly fire. Dew was living in the capital at the time. Despite the danger, he ran into the burning orphanage and single handedly saved all the kids trapped inside. But while saving the last kid, the escape route caved in and the only option was the second story window. With aid waiting below to catch them, he was going to jump when the roof caved in. Thinking fast, he tossed the girl out just as he was being hit by the cave in. The girl was fine, but Dew...the building collapsed and he was horribly burned over his whole body. He survived somehow and soon was traveling with us."

Prism looks away, a look of genuine sadness written on her fast. "That's so sad. That he had to be burned as the price for saving so many young lives."

"Fate can be cruel, sometimes" agrees Gale.

"But still, why did he end up traveling with you? Surely his injuries would impede such strenuous walking around?" asked Prism.

"That...let's just say people can be even more cruel than fate itself. A person can make the ultimate sacrifice for others yet receive such negative treatment. Just do me a favor, will you. Even if you don't like him; even if you feel him to be a burden to us. Please, please at least try to be nicer to him. He deserves that much, at least" asked Gale before walking off and heading below deck.

Prism watches her go. Once she was alone, she looks down sadly and ask a silent question. "What happened; what happened with Dew and the people in the capital? Why do I get the feeling his actions didn't get him any praise."

"And cut" shouts the director. "Beautiful, perfect. Good going, kid. Have you ever considered your true calling is as an actress, not a ninja?"

Hinata shakes her head and says "No, I'm happy with my life as it it."

"Though I'm sure she and Naruto will be making many home movies together once they marry" jokes Tenten as she walks up to Hinata, then leans in close and whispers "You know, of the porno persuasion. Not that anyone else but the two of you will ever seen them."

Hinata blushes, glad Naruto was still off the deck so he didn't hear that. She then pushes Tenten away and says "Watch your back, Tenten. That's all I can say now. Watch your back."

"OOOO, scary" says Tenten, faking being afraid.

"So, what should we do next, mister director?" asked Haku as he and Kakashi come walking up.

Sitting back in his chair, the director says "Nothing at the moment, so take a five. All of you. We'll be rolling again once Snow's shores come within sight."

A few moments later, Naruto returns on deck and Kakashi ask "So, is Yukie not coming on deck?"

"Nah, she's watching her guys play cards at the moment. But I got to admit, her real life self is the total opposite from her on screen persona."

"They normally are" notes Kakashi.

"Like the fact the lead doesn't try to run away multiple times due to not wanting to shoot a movie in a specific location" adds Naruto.

Kakashi agrees with that as well. He then looks over at Sandayu and thinks 'Maybe it's time I get my curiosities sated.' With that, Kakashi walks off and ask Sandayu to join him in the back.

Naruto watches them walk off and wonders what's going on. "So Naruto, Hinata, don't you think you should be getting in some practice runs in while you have the chance?"

"What are you talking about?" asked Naruto, looking back at her.

"You know what I mean. Come one already, you two. Get with the kissing training already" says Tenten while making a kissy face.

Both Naruto and Hinata go red faced with embarrassment from that. They then look at each other, then look away even more embarrassed. "Oh, come on you two. Just pucker up and start with the smooching."

"You know, Tenten. If you're wanting to help Naruto train to be a better kisser, then why not do it yourself. Help him to be able to knock Hinata's socks off when they finally kiss" says Haku.

Tenten goes red faced as she looks at him and says "Butt out, ice boy."

Naruto looks at Hinata, having an idea, and winks at her before getting up. "Actually, that's not a bad idea."

"WHAT?" says both Haku and Tenten and surprise. Hinata had a shocked look on her face, but its just for show as Naruto's wink clued her in to what Naruto was going to do; which also showed just how well Hinata knew Naruto and how he thinks.

Before she can move away, Naruto reaches out and places a hand to the back of Tenten's face and the other against the small of her back and leans her back while bringing his face within an inch from her own. Tenten's cheeks are blazing pink as Naruto says "Pucker up."

'Fine, if I must' thinks Tenten as she does so, but Naruto instead sticks his tongue out at her, giving her a wry smile as well.

"NARUTO..." shouts Tenten.

'Sorry guys, I can't resist' thinks Haku (and me to all of you readers) as Haku reaches out and taps Naruto's shoulders hard enough to knock him forward, causing Tenten to hit the floor with Naruto atop her. And worse, Naruto's tongue, which had still been sticking out at Tenten, and Tenten with her mouth open for yelling at Naruto, you figure out what happened here.

Shocked that he did that, Hinata jumps to her feet and shouts "HAKU?"

As Naruto and Tenten break away, gagging, they also glare at Haku, who finds himself being surrounded by the three of them. "What, can't you guys take a joke?" he ask while chuckling nervously.

Considering what they do next, again I leave it to your imaginations, they couldn't. Off to the side, the camera man leans in and says to the director. "Hope you don't mind, boss. I've been filming this."

The director presses his fingers together over and over, grinning as he does his best Mr. Burns from the Simpsons impression. "Excellent."

"LAND HO!" comes the voice of the crew man manning the crows nest.

"OK kids, prepare for the next scene" shouts the director, getting everyone's attention. He then looks at what's left of Haku and says "You, go inform Yukie and the others, then go see a doctor about those severed limbs."

"Well" asked the female figure, leaning against the frozen tree.

"I believe the have arrived" said a bulky man who was holding a telescope made of ice.

"Then I better inform lord Dato then" says the other man before closing his eyes and making a hand sign.

Further away, deep within the land of snow, an unmoving double of the man comes to life, catching the attention of a large man sitting in a chair. "Sir, we believe the ship carrying the Princess Gale group has arrived. Do we have your permission to proceed?"

"Wait till they have unloaded to be certain. Then, if it is them, kill everyone aboard. However, bring Yukie Fujikaze to me alive though. I have a little business with her before she dies."

The figure bows, saying "As you wish, my lord" before shattering like glass, signaling the end of the jutsu.

The man sitting in the chair leans back and smiles, then says "At long last, we'll finally have ourselves a happy little reunion, won't we?" He then looks over at the picture sitting at the edge of the work table.

"Koyuki Kazehana."

next time on Rave Master Naruto: Having arrived in the Land of Snow, the filming continues for the new Princess Snow movie. But when the filming is attacked by Snow Ninja, the director's gonna get a lot more than he could have ever hoped for. And then there's what could happen when they go to stay at a local hot spring resort.

Anticipate a lot of steamy moments, starting next time on RMN: Midnight Rush