I do not own Naruto or any of it's characters.
Naruto was currently on set in the shadows watching Koyuki do her scenes for the day and he could tell she was frustrated. The person she was doing the scene with couldn't remember his lines and they were in the twentieth take for this one part. It's been a few days since they last trained and Naruto was sure that Sadai would be attacking today. He had a run in with him once while he was walking around the village under a different disguise since he had to drop his henge to the cashier lady. He was disguised as a blue haired little girl with green eyes.
Flashback
Naruto was on his way to grab some food for Koyuki from her favorite restaurant and that's when he saw Sadai walking around with a suspicious look on his face. He used his speed to get in front of him and when Sadai was walking, Naruto came from around the corner and 'accidentally' bumped into him knocking him down.
"Hey, watch it!" Sadai said
Sadai had neck-length black hair that he wore in an asymmetrical bowl cut style and he had green eyes. He wore the typical outfit for the land of snow which was a heavy coat, gloves and boots.
"Sorry sir." Naruto said
"Just watch where you're going next time, little girl." Sadai said
"Time for me to act like Tayuya and see where this goes." Naruto thought
"Hey, fuck you! You bumped into me, you son of a bitch!" Naruto said and Sadai was stunned that a little girl no older than 9 cursed at him
"W-What did you say?" Sadai asked
"You fucking heard me! You limp dick ugly fuck! How about you watch where you're fucking going next time! I bet your nose touches the wall before your dick!" Naruto said and Sadai's jaw dropped
"You should watch your mouth. You obviously don't know who I... HEY. Give that back!" Sadai said reaching for a piece of paper Naruto snatched
"What are you making? Ooooh is this some kind of awesome device?" Naruto asked and Sadai snatched the paper
"Yes. It's a project that I'm working on and it will make the land of snow a much better place." Sadai said and walked away
"So, his chakra armor has the same weakness at the core like the old version. However, his core is much more powerful and if fight him near the town, it would wipe out a huge part of the town. I'll have to fight him a few miles from here where it's nothing except wide open space." Naruto thought
Flashback end
Naruto told Koyuki and Jiraiya about his run in with Sadai and agreed that he should fight him away from everything. While Naruto would be fighting Sadai, Jiraiya would guard Koyuki along with Sekkusu. Naruto dropped his disguise while he was on set since he was in the shadows. He kept multiple shadow clones around the set to cover every single entrance to the set. As he was watching, Naruto heard the director yell cut once again and told everyone to take a 5 minute break while they went over lines for the actor she was with. Koyuki walked over to the table for some water and to talk to Naruto since she knows where he is hidden.
"Tough scene?" Naruto asked from the shadows
"No. The actor I'm with can't seem to remember his lines for some reason. He only needed two takes so far, but today it's like he doesn't even know he's in the movie." Koyuki said
"That's odd." Naruto said and activated his Hishigan
"Maybe I should ask to cancel shooting for today." Koyuki said
"You don't have to. He's under a genjutsu right now. Most likely Sadai trying to make his move." Naruto said
"Does that mean he's already in the building?" Koyuki asked and Naruto eyes went wide
"Yeah. One of my shadow clones just popped. Go near Jiraiya and don't leave his side." Naruto said
"Okay." Koyuki said and ran towards Jiraiya
"Koyuki, what's wrong?" Jiraiya asked
"He's here." Koyuki said and Jiraiya grew serious
"Where?" Jiraiya asked
"Well, hello there, Princess Koyuki." Sadai said as he came from the ceiling
"Sadai, why are you doing this?" Koyuki asked
"You aren't fit to run the land of snow. You're too weak minded and kind hearted. In this world strength and power is the only thing that matters! Instead of being allies with the surrounding smaller countries, we should rule them! This chakra armor is the perfect way to do that, but you..." Sadai was cut off when he was kicked out of the building by Naruto
"I really didn't feel like hearing another evil speech. I hear enough from this movie." Naruto said and vanished
Naruto vs Sadai
Sadai landed on the ground and when he looked up he was in the middle of nowhere basically. He jumped back when Naruto landed in front of him and destroyed the ground with a rasengan. Once the smoke cleared and Sadai saw Naruto, he grew angry and scared at the same time.
"You?! What are you doing here?!" Sadai asked
"Working." Naruto simply replied
"This is none of your concern! Go back to the leaf village!" Sadai said
"That's where you're wrong. You see, other than the fact that snow and the leaf village are allies, Koyuki happens to be a very good friend of mine and she secretly hired me to protect her from you." Naruto said
"She knew?" Sadai asked
"Of course she knew, but she couldn't confirm it. I've been watching you the entire time I was here. The little girl at the market was me and I must say, you've certainly improved the chakra armor." Naruto said
"Better materials and an even better core. I must thank Koyuki and her team of scientists since they provided me with the materials I needed." Sadai said
"You were stealing supplies she's using for the generator. All that because she rejected your proposal to use chakra armor to conquer the surrounding territories." Naruto said
"We have technology to rule this world, but she's too soft! Somebody new needs to take over and that somebody is me!" Sadai said
"Since you're going to die here I'll tell you a little something about the world you should know. There's a group that's around that even frightens the main five great villages. Something as simple as your technology wouldn't even come close to being enough to stop them if they succeed in their plans." Naruto said
"With me in charge and mass producing chakra armor, we will be invincible!" Sadai said
Fire style: fireball jutsu
Sadai launched a huge fireball towards Naruto and he countered with a ripping torrent. Naruto tried to get close to Sadai, but he would launch jutsu after jutsu at Naruto forcing him to keep his distance. Naruto decided to play along with this distance game and wait for the perfect opportunity to strike Sadai. Naruto used the shuriken shadow clone and kunai shadow clone jutsu on Sadai, but he was protected by the chakra armor since it created a shield around him.
Water style: Tri-water dragon jutsu
Naruto launched three water dragons at Sadai who just stood there with a smirk on his face and looked on as the chakra armor absorbed the chakra from Naruto's jutsu, causing water to fall to the ground. Before Naruto could make his next move, he had to jump out of the way from a huge beam that came shooting out of the chakra armor.
Fire style: dragon flame jutsu
Sadai fired off a dragon flame projectile at Naruto which came at fast speeds and Naruto barely had time to use the water wall jutsu to protect himself. Before the smoke cleared, Naruto was hit by a fireball jutsu that had less chakra than before so it did little damage to him. He realized Sadai didn't have much chakra, so he must've stored the chakra into his armor and used it to supply his jutsu and that energy beam must've used almost all of that chakra he had stored away.
The smoke cleared and Naruto had a few burn marks on him that were healing thanks to the nine tails healing ability. Naruto removed his chunin vest leaving him in his red shirt, but he put a confident smirk on his face and cracked his neck. Sadai didn't like the smirk Naruto had so he shot a rather weak energy beam at Naruto and watched as it exploded on impact. The smoke cleared and Naruto was standing there with his hand up surrounded by his glacial dome jutsu.
"WHAT?! There's no way you should've been able to block that!" Sadai said
"You lost. I found the weakness in your chakra armor and your skills. You store chakra in the armor then use it to increase the power of your ninjutsu attacks. That large beam you shot at me used up nearly all the chakra you had stored away. Your actual reserves are small and your last two jutsu barely had any chakra in them. That last beam you shut was so slow that an academy student would've seen it coming." Naruto said
"I can still win!" Sadai said
"No, you can't." Naruto said from behind him
Lunar barrage
As soon as Sadai turned around, Naruto punched him in the gut and released a pulse of chakra from his fist to increase the power of the punch. Upon inflicting the punch Naruto took advantage by following up with a fury of rapid untraceable punches. Each punch was so fast that Sadai was unable to block which left him open for another type of punch. This constant barrage of attacks weakened the chakra armor on Sadai and Naruto saw the core was also taking damage. Naruto ended the combo with a very powerful punch to Sadai's stomach inflicting a lot of damage and making him cough up a large amount of blood. Sadai was sent crashing into a large ice covered boulder and fell to the ground.
"N-No! It's not over! If I'm going down then I'm taking you with me!" Sadai said and ripped the cover off of the power core to his chakra armor
Ice style: Certain kill ice spears
Before Sadai could make his move, Naruto used his jutsu and ice spears rose from the ground then stabbed Sadai through his body. Sadai was dead instantly and his body just hung on the ice spears as his blood was rushing from his body. Naruto walked over to him and removed the core from the chakra armor since he figured Koyuki could use this for the generator. Naruto canceled his jutsu then sealed the body away before using his water manipulation to wash away the blood just in case somebody came through the area. The land of snow had a good reputation ever since Koyuki took over and Naruto didn't want anything to ruin it.
"Well, now that that's over with, I can go back to the studio and report to Pervy-Sage and Koyuki." Naruto said and vanished
Studio
Naruto returned to the studio and saw 20 people unconscious on the ground. Naruto looked around and saw Jiraiya kick somebody towards him and he knocked the person out with a rasengan. Naruto saw Jiraiya looking at him with a raised eyebrow and he walked over to him.
"How'd it go?" Jiraiya asked
"He's done. I see you were busy." Naruto said
"Not really actually. Koyuki took out a few of them. I wonder where she learned to fight." Jiraiya said and looked at Naruto who sheepishly smiled
"Come on. You know I did the right thing." Naruto said
"I'm just saying a little heads up would've been nice. So, tell me. What did her breast look like covered in sweat?" Jiraiya asked, as a pin and notepad appeared in his hand
"She was completely covered, Pervy-Sage. Anyway, where is she?" Naruto asked
"I'm here." Koyuki said and came out from her hiding spot
"Why are you hiding?" Naruto asked
"The ones Jiraiya took out were too strong for me and he told me to hide. Where's Sadai?" Koyuki asked
"In here." Naruto said and pulled out a scroll
"Can you unseal the body so I can confirm his death?" Koyuki asked and Naruto was nervous
"Well, here's the thing. I don't know if you want to see this." Naruto said scratching his head
"What'd you do?" Jiraiya asked
"Well, I used my ice kekkei genkai." Naruto said
"I'm ordering you to unseal the body." Koyuki said
"Fine." Naruto said and unsealed Sadai's body
"Oh my." Koyuki said and threw up in the nearest garbage can
"Sheesh. What did you do? He's covered in holes." Jiraiya said
"I used my certain kill ice spears jutsu. I kind of used too much chakra." Naruto said
"I'll say. He's pierced everywhere except the middle of his chest." Jiraiya said
"That's because the power core to his armor was there and I didn't want to risk it." Naruto said
"Power core? What did it do?" Koyuki asked
"It powered the chakra armor, but this one was different. After the core absorbed enough chakra, it could fire off a beam at the opponent. I kept the core because I thought it could help with the generator. Oh and he's been stealing supplies from the generator project as well." Naruto said
"Can I have the core? I want my best scientists to look at it and see if it works." Koyuki said
"Sure. I think he has more materials at his hideout where he built the chakra armor. I can go there and see what I can find for you." Naruto said
"Thank you." Koyuki said and gave him a kiss on the cheek
"You're welcome." Naruto said
"I guess we can call it a wrap for today. The director was knocked out cold by these goons." Jiraiya said
"What are you going to do with them, Koyuki?" Naruto asked
"They'll be sent to jail of course and will face their punishment for their actions." Koyuki said
"Isn't attacking you a death penalty?" Naruto asked
"Yeah, but I want them to sweat it out." Koyuki said
"That's how it is in the five great villages. Attacking the daimyo or anybody in power is the death penalty." Jiraiya said
"Good. Now, Naruto will you please escort me to my sleeping chambers?" Koyuki said
"Even with Sadai dead I still have to guard you?" Naruto asked
"Yes. My assistant hasn't arrived yet, so you are my guard until she arrives." Koyuki said
"Fine." Naruto said
"Lord Jiraiya can you help the guards escort these men to jail?" Koyuki asked
"Of course. Maybe for helping you I can peep just a little bit?" Jiraiya asked
"Sure, that is if you're okay with the punishment." Koyuki said
"What's the punishment?" Jiraiya asked
"When you're caught peeping, you stand in front of the women you were spying on and they take turns kicking you in the groin while you're tied at your hands and ankles for 5 hours." Koyuki said and Jiraiya paled
"Nevermind." Jiraiya said
"Thought so." Koyuki said
"Ready to go?" Naruto said
"Yup." Koyuki said and Naruto grabbed her then vanished
Sleeping chambers
After the events of the day, Naruto and Koyuki decided to use the hot springs in her private sleeping chambers. Koyuki didn't mind Naruto joining her since she knew he wouldn't try anything on her and he sat on the opposite side facing her.
"You know, had you not told me about the Tayuya girl I would be all over you right now." Koyuki said and laughed when Naruto rolled his eyes
"Atleast with you I wouldn't mind. The fangirls on the other hand." Naruto said and shivered
"Why wouldn't you mind if it were me?" Koyuki said
"Because I know you wouldn't want me just because I'm famous. I know you're attracted to me sexually, but when I used my sensing ability on you, it wasn't lust that I felt from you, it was love." Naruto said
"Why didn't you ever say anything?" Koyuki asked and slid next to Naruto
"Because I knew it would never work between us. You being the leader of snow and me being a ninja all the way in Konoha, you'd be in more danger since my enemies would come after you. That and let's face it, we barely knew each other. Oh and I kind of had this thing where my girlfriend must have red hair for some reason." Naruto said
"So, if you weren't a ninja in Konoha, lived here and I had red hair, would you date me?" Koyuki asked
"Of course I would. You're nice, smart, beautiful and you'd probably be the exception to the red hair thing." Naruto said
"You do realize I'm older that you, right?" Koyuki asked
"You're only like 3 or 4 years older than me depending on how you look at it." Naruto said
"W-What? I'm 24." Koyuki said
"No you're not. You told me after I saved you and you were drunk from the party how old you really were. I know you lied to get in the movies and you were lucky they didn't have sex scenes in them." Naruto said
"I don't remember telling you that." Koyuki said
"You were drunker than granny Tsunade after she had two days off from the office." Naruto said
"That's our little secret." Koyuki said
"Of course." Naruto said and his eyes went wide
"What? Why do you look like that?" Koyuki asked
"I'm a fucking idiot!" Naruto said
"Huh? Why would you say that?" Koyuki asked
"Tayuya! I can sense feelings as well and I never used it on her to see how she felt! Oh I'm such an idiot!" Naruto said
"Well, that does make you an idiot. So, I'm guessing you know you like her?" Koyuki asked
"Yeah. I think I do. I didn't actually realize it until I left the dress shop." Naruto said
"So, are you going to make her your girlfriend when you return to Konoha?" Koyuki asked
"I don't know. It's complicated." Naruto said
"How so?" Koyuki asked
"When I get back to the village, I'll only be there for a day and then I'm leaving again with Pervy-Sage." Naruto said
"Where are you going?" Koyuki asked
"I can't tell you." Naruto said
"Then you better tell Tayuya this." Koyuki said
"I want to, but I can't. It's only supposed to be known by me, Granny Tsunade, Pervy-Sage and two of the village elders where I'm going. I thought about telling her, but I decided against it." Naruto said
"Maybe she'll wait for you to return." Koyuki said
"Maybe." Naruto said
"Who knows. Maybe she'll even let me join you as a second girlfriend." Koyuki said
"Nah. I'm a one girlfriend kind of guy. That and she doesn't seem like the sharing type." Naruto said
"I thought the five main villages had the C.R.A." Koyuki said
" I don't know about the other villages, but Konoha has it and I rejected it. That's something the third hokage came up with for some stupid reason." Naruto said
"Why'd you reject it?" Koyuki asked
"Because it's dumb. That and there's a chance only one of them actually loves you and the others just want a piece of your fortune." Naruto said and then the messenger toad showed up
"Who's this?" Koyuki asked
"A messenger toad. I sent a letter to granny Tsunade already about your training." Naruto said and took the scroll from the toad before it left
"What does it say?" Koyuki asked
"It says she sent over some scrolls for you to learn from. Ninjutsu, taijutsu, genjutsu and medical ninjutsu with instructions." Naruto said
"I thought you already taught me taijutsu." Koyuki said
"I did, but it's the basic academy taijutsu. I told her to pick out a style that she thinks would fit you." Naruto said
"What style did she send over?" Koyuki asked
"It's called Aikido. It focuses on redirecting your opponent's force and using it against them. It's good for you since you don't have to be stronger than your attacker since you're using their momentum. It's a variety of joint locking and throwing techniques." Naruto said
"Nice. Did she send me more water ninjutsu?" Koyuki asked
"No. She sent you some lighting ninjutsu. It's your secondary chakra nature, but it's weaker than your water chakra nature. Luckily she sent over instructions on how to control your lightning chakra nature. I'll have your shadow clones work on the lightning chakra for safety purposes." Naruto said
"So, I have an offensive and defensive chakra nature?" Koyuki asked
"Exactly. You can even combine them for a powerful attack. Now, genjutsu is what we'll be working on your next few lessons. We'll start with detecting and breaking genjutsu before I have you cast genjutsu. Medical ninjutsu I can't really help you with since my chakra is too dense for it so I never bothered to learn it, but I'm guessing that's why she included the instructions." Naruto said
"When do we train?" Koyuki asked
"Well, today you can rest. We'll start again tomorrow." Naruto said
"Okay. Are you ready to get out of here? We've been in here for a while." Koyuki said
"Sure." Naruto said and got out of the hot springs
"Oh my." Koyuki said and a splash followed making Naruto turn around
"Koyuki?" Naruto asked and she was passed out with blood coming from her nose
"Naruto's so big." Koyuki mumbled
"I probably should've grabbed the towel first." Naruto said and after he was covered he grabbed Koyuki then vanished
3 weeks later
It was time for Naruto and Jiraiya to return to Konoha and Koyuki wasn't happy. She was going to miss Naruto since he was basically her only friend at the moment. She was thankful for the training he gave her and she was able to defend herself from a mid-chunin opponent, but her overall skill would make her about high-chunin since she didn't have much experience. She told Naruto she'd gain experience by fighting any would-be mercenaries that like to attack Snow country.
Her genjutsu and medical ninjutsu skills were pretty damn good since she had excellent chakra control. Her taijutsu came along great and her water and lightning chakra natures were nearly mastered. She needed to work on her lightning chakra nature a bit more. Naruto was able to pick up the dress from Chiyome, but she told him not to look at it until Tayuya puts it on.
Jiraiya was mainly at his movie since this was the only time he'd be able to see the production since the movie would be done by the time Naruto's training trip was over. Naruto and Koyuki spent a lot of free time together cashing some people to think they were dating, but they told them they weren't. Naruto also raided Sadai's hideout and took all of the supplies he had, then gave them to the scientists for development of the generator. Right now they were waiting for the airship to be ready.
"Well, it was fun spending time with you, Naruto and you as well, Lord Jiraiya." Koyuki said
"Same here. Remember to keep up with your training." Naruto said and gave Koyuki a hug
"I will. Sekkusu said she'd help me out." Koyuki said
"The director said the movie should be done in a year, so you'll be pretty busy." Jiraiya said
"It's okay. Naruto helped me with my stamina during our training sessions." Koyuki said
"Oh did he now? Tell me, what exactly happened?" Jiraiya asked and Koyuki smirked
"We had sex multiple times." Koyuki said and Jiraiya passed out
"Too easy." Koyuki said
"Why would you tell him that?" Naruto asked
"Is it not the truth?" Koyuki asked
"No." Naruto said
"So we never slept together?" Koyuki asked
"That was a one time thing and you know it." Naruto said
"I told you that you were the exception and I'm glad it happened. Plus, if you want to be technical, we did it about 4 times that one night." Koyuki said
"I guess you're right. The time you're thinking of though, was a genjutsu that made you see your deepest desire." Naruto said
"Oh. Well, it felt real." Koyuki said and shrugged
"I'll tell him it was a genjutsu." Naruto said
"Think he'll believe you?" Koyuki asked
"Yeah. He knows about my situation with Tayuya." Naruto said
"If it doesn't work out between the two of you, my legs and country are always open for you." Koyuki said and Naruto sighed making her giggle
"Why must you do that?" Naruto asked
"Your reactions are funny. Seriously, if you ever want a change of scenery, you're welcome to move here. Tayuya can come as well." Koyuki said and gave him a hug
"We'll see what happens. If you're ever in the land of fire, come to Konoha and we'll hangout." Naruto said
"Of course." Koyuki said and kissed him on the cheek
"Come on, Pervy-Sage." Naruto said and dragged him into the air ship
"DON'T FORGET TO HAVE AKIRA GET ON THE AIRSHIP." Koyuki yelled
"I WON'T." Naruto yelled back and the airship took off
Konoha
"Where is everyone?" Naruto asked
"It's like a ghost town here." Jiraiya said
"Naruto? Is that you?" Kotetsu asked
"Yeah." Naruto said
"Oh thank the heavens!" Izumo said
"You've got to save us!" Kotetsu said
"Why?" Naruto asked
"It's Tayuya! She's been on a rampage for the past month and a half!" Izumo said
"Why didn't you just tell Tsunade?" Jiraiya asked and they heard a crash in the distance
"We did! She said if a village full of ninja can't stop a 13 year old girl, then we suck." Kotetsu said
"Did the anbu try?" Jiraiya asked
"Yes, but she got her hands on Naruto's pranking kit!" Kotetsu said and Jiraiya paled since he knew how dangerous that stuff was
"You've got to stop her! The merchants for the festival aren't able to set up yet!" Izumo said
"Hmmm. I don't know what's in it for me?" Naruto asked
"We'll buy you a year's supply of ramen!" Kotetsu said
"Okay." Naruto said and walked away
"Our savior has returned." Izumo and Kotetsu said in unison
"Unbelievable. They're acting like Tsunade is on a rampage. This is nothing compared to what I've seen." Jiraiya thought
Tsunade's office
"Hey, granny Tsunade." Naruto said as he entered the room
"He's never going to stop calling her that." Shizune thought
"Naruto, how was your mission?" Tsunade asked and gave him a hug
"It was nice. Everything went smoothly and her attacker didn't even capture her this time." Naruto said
"That's good. So, how strong were you able to get her?" Tsunade asked
"Mid-chunin. Her lack of fighting experience makes her only able to handle a low-chunin opponent though." Naruto said
"That's good. Now, care to tell me why Sekkusu and Akira have moved out of the village?" Tsunade asked
"How do you know them?" Naruto asked
"They come to me and Lady Tsunade for a monthly check up." Shizune said
"Right. Anyway, Sekkusu is Koyuki's stunt double for the sex scenes in Pervy-Sage's movie since its actual sex and she only wants her husband to have sex with her and see her naked. Akira is going to become Koyuki's new assistant." Naruto said
"I see." Tsunade said and a loud crash was heard in the hallway followed by yelling
"The anbu finally caught her." Shizune said
"How long has it been?" Tsunade asked
"Two weeks." Shizune said
"Did I win the bet?" Tsunade asked
"I'm afraid not. You said she'd last 3 weeks before the anbu caught her." Shizune said
"Dammit." Tsunade said and there was a knock on the door
"Enter!" Tsunade said and the door opened, so Naruto jumped up to the ceiling
"GET YOUR FUCKING HANDS OFF OF ME. I'LL CUT YOUR FUCKING NUTS OFF AND SHOVE THEM UP YOUR ASSES. DO YOU HEAR ME? I'LL FUCKING GUT YOU LIKE A FISH." Tayuya yelled kicking and screaming at the anbu holding her
"We've got her, Lady Tsunade." Boar said and he looked like he went through a war
"Good. You and your squad are dismissed." Tsunade said and they vanished
"Tayuya, calm down." Shizune ssid
"No! The nut licking mutt and shy stalker keep pissing me off! Add in that these stupid ninja keep mumbling shit and I'm mad!" Tayuya said
"What do you think Naruto would do if he saw you like this? Do you think he'd be happy you're pranking the village?" Shizune asked
"No. He'd be mad that I'm pranking the village without him." Tayuya said and smirked at Shizune
"She got you there, Shizune. Anyway, Tayuya. I can't have you destroying the village because people pissed you off." Tsunade said
"I wouldn't have to do this if Naruto was in the village. When he's around, nobody messes with me." Tayuya said and her entire demeanor changed from angry to sad
"What's the matter?" Tsunade asked
"This stays between us." Tayuya said
"Okay." Tsunade said
"I'll head over to the hospital for my patients today. Give you two some alone time." Shizune said and left, but not before looking at Naruto who signaled for her to be quiet
"So, what's going on?" Tsunade asked
"I miss him." Tayuya said
"Naruto?" Tsunade asked and Tayuya sighed
"Yes. I don't know what it is, but it's like I hate being away from him. I know he has missions to go on, but being away from him for this long is killing me inside. He's the only thing that keeps me calm and makes me feel wanted. I mean he's the whole reason I'm alive right now. I really didn't want to catch feelings for him because I'm tough and I've always been alone, but he just broke down my barriers. I don't have to be this tough chick all the time when I'm around him. He brought back the side of me that I thought was buried away forever." Tayuya said
"She's going to be a wreck when he leaves in two days." Tsunade thought and glanced at Naruto
"Maybe I should run away. That might help me." Tayuya said
"Running away doesn't help. I ran away as well and felt even worse when I was away from the one I loved." Tsunade said
"I thought your lover died." Tayuya said
"No. My boyfriend died. The one I've always loved was Jiraiya and running away from everything just made me love him even more since I missed him so much." Tsunade said
"The pervert? Why him?" Tayuya asked
"The heart wants what the heart wants. Despite his particular hobby, Jiraiya is a good man with a big heart and was always there for me. He confessed his feelings for me multiple times and each time I would reject him harshly, but he always came back. Even when we would argue and I'd tell him that I hate him, he'd still come save me if I was in danger on a mission. No matter what happened between us, he's always had my back." Tsunade said
She had a small smile on her face not knowing Jiraiya was outside the window or that Naruto was next to him now. They were both listening to their conversation intently and kept their presence undetectable.
"Why'd you run away from him then?" Tayuya asked
"I just felt like I was being forced to be with him. My little brother died and he was comforting me. That's the first time we slept together and then it happened again when my boyfriend Dan died. Jiraiya was once again there for me and then we had a couple of flings here and there until he asked me to be his girlfriend and I rejected him pretty bad." Tsunade said
"Why'd you do that? If you kept sleeping with him it was obvious you like him." Tayuya said
"I was young, stupid and blinded by the loss of my brother as well as the man I thought I loved." Tsunade said
"What did you say to him?" Tayuya asked
"A lot. I told him that he can never get laid if it wasn't from me because he catches feelings too quickly. I told him that he's nothing but a miserable man who would have to pay for sex his entire life. I said that he'd never be good for any woman no matter what he does and that he should give up on trying to find love since it would never happen. I told him he was dead to me since he only came around when he wanted to have sex and it was like he knew the days I'd said yes or no. I'll never forget the look on his face that day. It looked as if somebody ripped his heart out and destroyed it in front of his face. After that I haven't seen or heard from him in two decades." Tsunade said
"Did he ever come back around?" Tayuya asked
"Yeah. Him and Naruto found me in Tanzaku town while Orochimaru was trying to get me on his side. I didn't know how to react when I saw him. I wanted to tell him how sorry I was right then and there, but he didn't give me the chance and we had to talk about what happened with Orochimaru." Tsunade said
"Does he still love you after being away from you for so long?" Tayuya asked
"I don't know. We never really talked about it. I've only seen him twice since I became hokage and that was my coronation day and the day your curse mark was removed. Other than that, he's been off the grid with his spy network and I only found out about this mission he had with Naruto through a messenger toad." Tsunade said
"My situation seems identical to yours." Tayuya said
"In a way that's true, but it's not. I hid my feelings from Jiraiya on purpose while he was open about his towards me. You know your feelings towards Naruto, but you aren't purposely trying to hide them from him." Tsunade said
"I'm not hiding them. My actions speak for me. I mean always cuddling up to him on the couch, constantly watching him train and staring into his beautiful blue eyes. It's like he doesn't get the hints I'm giving him. Maybe I should just tell him and get it over with." Tayuya said
"He knows how you feel." Tsunade said
"If he knows then why hasn't he said anything?" Tayuya asked
"Because I told him before he left. You need to remember that feelings of actual love towards somebody like a girlfriend are new to him. He was confused before he left and I don't know if he thought much about his feelings towards you while he was gone." Tsunade said
"Then what do I do? I don't want to lose him to the Hyuga chick. Isn't there something I can do?" Tayuya asked
"Just give him some time. I know for a fact that he likes you, but he needs to do things in his own way." Tsunade said and Tayuya sighed
"Was Jiraiya with somebody before you?" Tayuya asked
"Yeah, but I couldn't get mad at him. We weren't together. Why? You think Naruto did something with somebody else?" Tsunade asked
"Sort of. I mean it's like everytime we go on a mission, if it's a girl involved they always pull him away for a few hours before he comes back. Then it's the picture of Princess Koyuki kissing him on the cheek." Tayuya said
"Trust me. Naruto hasn't done anything with anybody. I would know since I'm his doctor now." Tsunade said
"What about the Hyuga chick?" Tayuya asked
"Personally, I don't think you need to worry about her." Tsunade said
"Why?" Tayuya asked
"Well, Naruto barely knows she exists. I guarantee if you ask him about her that he would have to think about who she is." Tsunade said
"I guess. What about the sand bit...girl?" Tayuya asked
"Trust me. Temari and Naruto are just friends. Even when she was in the village a few months ago they only hung out as friends. Besides, I think she has a thing for Shikamaru anyway." Tsunade said
"Is it true that she's his only friend?" Tayuya asked
"Not just her. He's friends with her brothers Gaara and Kankuro. Mainly Temari and Gaara though." Tsunade said
"What about me?" Tayuya asked
"Naruto holds you to a status more than a friend. A few months ago he nearly fought Danzo when he said you should be used as a breeding stock for stronger shinobi. It took two squads of anbu to hold him back." Tsunade said
"He did that for me?" Tayuya asked
"Yeah. It was quite the scene. That's how I knew that he liked you more than a friend deep down." Tsunade said
"I guess I'll wait for him to come back. Do you think he's gonna be happy to see me?" Tayuya asked shyly
"I know he'll be happy. The two of you were practically inseparable when he was here." Tsunade said
"I guess you're right. I thought you were gonna be one of those leaders who have a stick shoved up your ass, but I was wrong. You're pretty cool." Tayuya said
"That's good. Now, I still have to punish you for your little stunt." Tsunade said
"Yeah. I know. How many D-rank missions do I have to do?" Tayuya asked
"Just one." Tsunade said
"Okay. Am I capturing Tora or walking the Inuzuka dogs?" Tayuya asked
"Neither. This mission is for tomorrow night." Tsunade said
"But that's the festival. Nobody will need my help with anything." Tayuya said
"I know." Tsunade said
"Fine. What will my punishment be?" Tayuya asked
"Your punishment is to have a good time tomorrow at the festival and not get in trouble." Tsunade said
"That's it?" Tayuya asked
"Yup. I want a report on how your night went once the festival ends." Tsunade said
"Okay! Thanks big...Lady Tsunade." Tayuya said and left
"Okay. It's up to you now, Naruto." Tsunade said and looked up, but he wasn't there
"Huh? I wonder where he went." Tsunade thought
Naruto
Naruto was walking around the leaf village and was thinking about the conversation he and Jiraiya overheard. He knew he had feelings for Tayuya after going back to the Land of Snow and talking to both Koyuki and Chiyome. He sighed and figured he should get Tayuya a gift other than the dress. He walked to the jewelry store and walked in signaling the bell.
"Hello there, young man. How may I help you?" The lady at the desk said
"I'm looking for a gift for my...friend." Naruto said
"Of course. Is this a girl you'd like to be your girlfriend?" The lady asked
"Yes, but it needs to be a gift for tomorrow and her birthday in February. I won't be here and I know she'll be mad if I don't atleast get her a gift." Naruto said
"I see. Well, I have a necklace here that you can get for her. It's a heart shaped amethyst set with three diamond accents beautifully framed by round tanzanites. It's crafted with 10k white gold and the pendant is further enhanced by a trio of tanzanites. The rope chain it comes with is 18 inches and fastens with a spring ring clasp." The lady said
"I'll take it, but can I replace the 18 inch rope chain with a 20 inch rope chain?" Naruto asked
"Certainly. Would you like anything else?" She asked
"No. I think this is everything." Naruto said
"Of course." The lady said
"How much?" Naruto asked
"3000 yen." The lady said and Naruto paid without hesitation
"I hope she likes it." Naruto said
"She will. Oh and Naruto." The lady said
"Yeah?" Naruto asked
"Happy birthday." She said and smiled at him
"Thank you." Naruto said and left the store
October 10th/nine tails festival
Tayuya was sitting in the apartment looking at all the people outside having fun and she just sighed. If Tsunade wouldn't have ordered her to go to this festival then she never would've gone. She knew today was Naruto's birthday and what happened to him every year. Speaking of Naruto, she couldn't find him at all yesterday and he didn't come home. She asked Tsunade where he was and she didn't even know where he was. She was brought out of her thoughts by the front door opening and closing. She slowly got up and pulled out a kunai before leaving her room. As soon as she was in the living room she froze when she saw the person she missed the most smiling at her.
"Hey there, Tayuya." Naruto said and she ran at him then gave him a hug
"Where you fuckface?! I was looking for you! Why didn't you bring your ass home yesterday?!" Tayuya asked
"I had to make a stop and then I was with Pervy-Sage the rest of the night." Naruto said
"What were you two doing?" Tayuya asked
"Just talking. Nothing unusual. What are you up to?" Naruto asked
"I've been ordered to enjoy myself at the festival." Tayuya said
"I see. Here, take this and put this on." Naruto said and tossed her a scroll
"Why?" Tayuya asked
"Well, you're going to be my date to the festival." Naruto said
"What?" Tayuya asked and blushed
"We're going to the festival together. Come on, we don't have much time before it ends." Naruto said
"Okay!" Tayuya said and quickly ran off
"Finally! He's taking some initiative. Maybe I can get him to completely fall for me." Tayuya thought and a huge blush spread across her face
30 minutes later
Tayuya was finally ready to head out and she had to admit that the dress she got from Naruto was nice. It a black A-line style kimono dress that stopped mid-thigh. It had a V-neckline that came with a wide panel trimming that crossed over to one side and was complemented with a wide obi-belt. It also had oversized sleeves and the short skirt was a tailored hemline. She had on some black suede single band, ankle strap block heel sandals for her footwear that Shizune bought for her. She had her hair tied up in a high ponytail with strands at the sides of her face.
"Alright. You can do this. It's just one date." Tayuya thought
She took a deep breath and then exited her room slowly since she started to get nervous. Naruto heard her heels on the floor and when he looked up his jaw touched the ground at how beautiful she looked. Tayuya saw him and he didn't get all dressed up, but she wasn't expecting him to. She noticed him staring at her and she couldn't help the blush that came across her face.
"W-What the fuck are you staring at?" She asked
"You look absolutely beautiful." Naruto said and walked up to her
"T-Thank you." Tayuya said
"Are you ready?" Naruto asked she nodded
"Yeah." Tayuya said
Festival
"Wow. It's so beautiful." Tayuya said and her eyes sparkled
"It certainly is bright." Naruto said
"Come on!" Tayuya said and dragged him to a goldfish scooping game
"Hello there. How can I help you?" The booth runner said
"Me and my date would like to play this game." Tayuya said
"That'll be 500 yen." The booth runner said
"Pay the man!" Tayuya said and when Naruto went to pay, the man glared at him
"Sorry. I meant 5000 yen." The man said and Naruto smirked
"5000 yen? Here's 500 and the other 4500 will be the amount of times my date shoves a rusty kunai up your ass if you keep it up." Naruto said
"D-Did I say 5000 yen? I meant that's how many goldfish are in the tank." The man said
"Now that's more like it!" Tayuya said
Tayuya grabbed her a Poi and began playing the game with Naruto following shortly after. As the game progressed, it became a friendly competition between the two and the loser had to do anything the winner said. If there's one thing Tayuya should've learned during her time in Konoha it should've been to never bet against Naruto Uzumaki. It was an unwritten rule in Konoha that even the people that hated him never went against.
Tayuya wanted to see who could scoop up the most fish and she lost horribly. She managed to scoop up 78 fish until the paper on her Poi broke and Naruto managed to scoop up 192 fish. Even though she lost, Tayuya was smiling the entire time. Naruto couldn't take his eyes off of her smile and his heart would skip a beat whenever she looked at him. Once they were done they returned the fish since they knew the fish would just die.
"So, where to next?" Naruto asked and Tayuya looked around
"That one!" Tayuya said and dragged Naruto to the ring toss booth
"How many tries do you each want?" The lady asked
"10 tries each." Naruto said
"Okay. That'll be 1000 yen." She said and Tayuya pulled out some money, but Naruto stopped her
"I asked you out, remember? I'm paying for everything." Naruto said and Tayuya smiled the kissed him on the cheek
"Such a lovely young couple." The lady said as Naruto paid her
"We're not a couple." Tayuya said
"Sweetie, I've been around for a while. You two are a couple even if you don't know it." The lady said and handed them 20 rings
"These aren't weighed properly." Tayuya said
"Exactly. This is a ninja village and if I used standard rings then I'd go out of business. This way nobody has an advantage." The lady said
"Makes sense." Naruto said
They began the game with Naruto trying to get the all you can eat for a day ticket from Ichiraku ramen and Tayuya trying to win the shiny flute. The lady was right when she said nobody would have an advantage. Everytime they threw a ring at the prize they wanted, it was so unbalanced that it would go off course or simply fall before hitting the target. Naruto would go on to spend 10,000 yen on this game and only Tayuya won her flute. They walked away from the game and Tayuya said she needed to use the bathroom, but she went back to the game and won Naruto the ramen ticket. She would give it to him later.
"What's next?" Naruto asked
"We've been walking around for a while now. Can we grab some food and sit on the hokage monument?" Tayuya asked
"Sure." Naruto said and grabbed her hand
As they were walking through the crowd, Naruto sensed three people following them and knew who two of them were. It was Ino and Sakura, but the third one was father back and he didn't recognize the chakra. They went to multiple food stands and grabbed as much food as they possibly could. One thing they both had in common was that they could eat a lot of food. They grabbed Ikayaki (grilled squid), Yakitori (seasoned chicken on a wooden skewer), Karaage (Japanese style fried chicken), corn on a cob, Taiyaki (fish shaped pastry), chocolate covered bananas and of course they went to the Ichiraku ramen stand for their usual order of 10 bowls of ramen each.
As they were walking Tayuya started to complain about her feet hurting, so Naruto sealed away their food and carried her bridal style. She wrapped her arms around his neck and laid her head on his chest. As they were walking, Naruto felt his followers' chakra signature get closer and closer to them, which meant that they were running towards him. Tayuya wasn't really paying attention since she was busy listening to Naruto's heart beat.
"NARUTO." Sakura and Ino yelled
"Great. It's the annoying pink banshee and the prissy blonde slut." Tayuya mumbled and Naruto snickered
"What?" Naruto asked
"What are you doing?" Ino asked
"Trying to enjoy my night." Naruto said
"Why are you with her!? She's the reason Sasuke left the village!" Sakura said
"I'm with her because she's my date and for the millionth time, Sasuke left the village on his own." Naruto said
"She's your date? What about me?!" Sakura asked
"What about you? I don't like you and I never really did." Naruto said
"Wait. I've never seen a dress like that before. Where's it from?" Ino asked
"None of your business. Can you two sluts leave us alone? We're on a date!" Tayuya said and blushed
"NO!" Sakura yelled
"Will you just leave us alone?" Naruto asked
"No! This outsider doesn't belong here!" Sakura said and Tayuya just placed them under a genjutsu
"There. Now, let's go." Tayuya said and Naruto vanished
Hokage monument
"I can't believe I've never been up here before. The village looks so beautiful." Tayuya said and put her head on Naruto's shoulder
"I know. It's a good spot to hangout at if you ever need to clear your mind." Naruto said
"I'm guessing this is where you spent most of your days before becoming a ninja." Tayuya said
"Yeah. Sitting on top of the fourth hokage's head alway brought me peace for some reason." Naruto said and Tayuya decided to switch topics
"Tsunade told me you know about my feelings towards you." Tayuya said
"I do, but I didn't find out until right before I left for that mission with Pervy-Sage." Naruto said
"How do you feel about me?" Tayuya asked
"I feel the same. I was thinking about it a lot during my mission and whenever I would describe you to somebody, I would feel my heart beat faster and a smile would come onto my face." Naruto said
"Tsunade told me about what you did for me against Danzo." Tayuya said
"I know. Me and Pervy-Sage were listening to the conversation outside the window." Naruto said
"Why'd you go so far for me against someone like him?" Tayuya asked
"Because you meant a lot to me. You were my only friend in the village and I didn't want to lose you." Naruto said and she smiled
"So, what are we gonna do now?" Tayuya asked
"I don't know. It's complicated on my end." Naruto said
"You like someone else, don't you?" Tayuya asked
"No. I'm leaving tomorrow with Pervy-Sage." Naruto said
"Oh. So, you have another S-rank mission? That's not bad. That's about a month or two. I can live with that I guess." Tayuya said
"It's not really a mission. I'll be gone for a while." Naruto said
"How long is a while?" Tayuya asked and Naruto sighed
"I'll be gone for nearly three years." Naruto said
"WHAT? WHY?" Tayuya yelled
"I'm going on a training trip to prepare for the akatsuki. Pervy-Sage found out that they'll start their actual plans in 2 and a half years, but hopefully with my trip being delayed until now they can delay their plans as well." Naruto said
"I want to come with you." Tayuya said
"No. I can't have any distractions on this trip. No offense, but you'll distract me from training as hard as I need to. You're a good distraction, but I just need this to be me and Pervy-Sage." Naruto said and Tayuya sighed
"What about us?" Tayuya asked
"I don't know where we go from here. I don't want to start a relationship and then leave for nearly three years. I'll feel like I'm abandoning you." Naruto said and Tayuya pulled him in for a kiss that lasted for about 30 seconds
"You won't be abandoning me. I'll be the first person you see when you return. I just want to be with you. You saved my life and made me a better person. I love you and I don't want anyone else to be able to call me their girlfriend. You changed me and brought back the sweet loving side of me I locked away. When I'm around you I don't have to be the tough bitch all the broke down all of my barriers without even trying and people have been trying to break me for years. That's why Orochimaru made me one of his most trusted shinobi. He couldn't even break my barriers down. You managed to do what they couldn't in mere weeks, but never picked up on the fact that I fell in love with you." Tayuya said and started to cry
"I don't see how I could reject you after that. I'm not really good at this since it's all kind of new to me, but I love you too. At first it was the red hair that attracted me to you and then it became much more. It was your laugh, your joking around, the playful fighting and even the cooking lessons I gave you. Even when I would look into your brown eyes I'd find myself getting lost in them. If anybody would've told me that I'd fall in love with somebody who used to be our enemy I'd tell them that there's no way that would happen. Then I met you." Naruto said and wiped away her tears
"So, this means what exactly?" Tayuya asked
"Will you be my girlfriend, Tayuya?" Naruto asked and she nodded
"Yes! Now, come and kiss me you adorable blonde fucker!" Tayuya said and when Naruto pulled her in for a kiss, the festivals fireworks started to go off
"There's one more thing." Naruto said as they broke the kiss
"What's that?" Tayuya asked and Naruto pulled out the necklace he bought
"I bought this for you yesterday. I know your birthday is coming up in February and I won't be there, but I got this for an early birthday gift for you." Naruto said
"It's fucking beautiful." Tayuya said and Naruto put in on her
"Not as beautiful as you." Naruto said and gave her a kiss
"I also have a gift for you." Tayuya said and pulled out the ramen ticket
"NO WAY." Naruto yelled and Tayuya laughed at him
"Happy birthday, Naruto." Tayuya said and gave him a kiss
"Best birthday ever!" Naruto said
"You know, I thought I'd have to compete for you. I thought you had something going on with Hinata and Temari." Tayuya said
"Nah. Me and Temari are really good friends. I'd say she's more like a sister actually. As for Hinata, I barely know her and I forget that she even exists." Naruto said
"What about Koyuki? She kissed you." Tayuya said
"I know. She likes me, but she understood that you had my heart even if I didn't realize it." Naruto said
"Do you like her?" Tayuya asked
"I won't lie to you. I did tell her that if I never met you, then she'd be the one I'd most likely be with. She's a nice girl and even though she doesn't have the red hair how I always imagined my girlfriend having, she'd be the exception." Naruto said
"Did you sleep with her?" Tayuya asked and Naruto sighed
"Yeah." Naruto said
"Why?" Tayuya asked
"Well, it was after the first mission I had with her. I protected her from her uncle and a chunin that was on the mission with me. He put her under genjutsu and was going to have her have sex with him. After that, me and Koyuki went to have a few drinks and we slept together after that." Naruto said
"You mean to tell me that Princess Koyuki is the first person you had sex with and you never even bragged about it?" Tayuya asked
"I guess. I don't see the point in doing that. You're not mad at me now, are you?" Naruto asked
"No. I can't be mad at you for something you did before we even got together. At that time you didn't even know I liked you, so it would be stupid of me to be angry with you. Just promise me that I'll be the only person you'll be with from now on." Tayuya said
"I promise." Naruto said and gave her a kiss
"There's just one more thing. Big tits said you didn't sleep with anybody and that she would know since she's your doctor." Tayuya said
"Listen, she's like my mother so it's clear that I wouldn't tell her something like that despite her being my doctor. That would just open up a book of awkward questions from her." Naruto said and Tayuya nodded
"I guess you're right." Tayuya said
"What about you?" Naruto asked
"No. I've only had eyes for you since I came to this village. Yeah a few chunin have tried to get me in bed for a quick fuck, but I rejected them and when they didn't take to kindly to that, I'd kick them in the nuts." Tayuya said and Naruto laughed
"Did you add chakra to the kick?" Naruto asked
"Dammit! I should have done that! Anyway, let's go home. Since you're leaving tomorrow, I think it's only fair that I cuddle with you tonight." Tayuya said
"Sure." Naruto said
"Make sure you activate the barrier in our apartment. I don't want any sound interrupting my quiet time." Tayuya said and Naruto picked her up the vanished
Next day
"Do you have everything?" Tsunade asked
"Yes. For the thousandth time." Naruto said
"Maybe you should double check." Tsunade said and Naruto sighed
"I have everything I need." Naruto said
"Okay. Okay." Tsunade said and looked at Jiraiya who was looking at the sky
"Hey, fuckface." Tayuya said, as Naruto walked up to her and he could tell she was sad
"Don't be sad. Time will fly by and I'll be back before you even realize I was gone." Naruto said and gave her a hug
"Don't you fucking forget about me." Tayuya said
"I won't. I'll try to send you messages, but I make no promises." Naruto said
"It's okay. I know you'll be getting strong to protect yourself." Tayuya said
"Not just myself. I have to protect you as well. You're my girlfriend after all." Naruto said and she smiled
"That I am, but don't think you'll be the only one getting stronger." Tayuya said
"I know you'll train hard. Listen, can you atleast try to add some taijutsu and ninjutsu to your repertoire?" Naruto asked
"I'll see what I can do." Tayuya said
"I better get going. I don't want Pervy-Sage to blow a gasket." Naruto said and Tayuya hugged him tighter
"I'm going to miss you." Tayuya said
"I'll miss you too." Naruto said and gave her a kiss
"When you're gone, read some of those books. They'll come in handy for when you come back." Tayuya said and Naruto smirked
"What makes you think I need to read them?" Naruto asked
"Did you?" Tayuya asked
"Nope. I had the talk with Anko and she taught me plenty of stuff. Plus, I did sleep with Koyuki." Naruto said and smacked her on her butt
"That is true. You win this round. I'm going to make you put that one time experience to use when you get back." Tayuya said
"I never took you for the submissive type, Tayuya." Naruto said and she blushed
"Fuck you." Tayuya said and gave him a big kiss
"Alright lovebirds! That's enough. Naruto, we need to get a move on!" Jiraiya said
"Here I come!" Naruto said
"I love you." Tayuya said
"I love you too." Naruto replied and gave her one last kiss
"Take care of him while you're gone." Tsunade said and gave Jiraiya a hug
"Don't worry. He's in good hands." Jiraiya said
"I know. Maybe when you get back we can go out for some drinks." Tsunade said
"I'll hold you to it." Jiraiya said and they broke the hug
"Come on Pervy-Sage!" Naruto said and vanished
"STOP CALLING ME THAT." Jiraiya yelled and chased after him
"Those two will never change." Tsunade said and then narrowed her eyes as her shirt felt different
"What's wrong?" Tayuya asked
"My bra is missing. JIRAIYA I'M GOING TO KICK YOUR ASS." Tsunade yelled and she knew he heard her
"106 CENTIMETERS." Jiraiya yelled back and Tsunade blushed while Tayuya started to laugh
"Listen, Tayuya. Over these next two and a half years, you'll be going through hard training. I'm offering to personally teach you. Do you accept it?" Tsunade asked
"Actually, I was going to ask if I can join that little medical ninjutsu program you have. It seems interesting." Tayuya said
"Of course. Now, I'll teach you as much as I can, but I already know you're not going to be a medical ninja. I'll still train you, but you won't be my actual apprentice since the slugs will only accept those who will become healers since that is what they are mainly used for." Tsunade said
"That's okay. When do we start?" Tayuya asked
"Tomorrow. Meet me in my office at 5am." Tsunade said and walked away
Tayuya stood at the gate for a few more minutes before walking away and pulling out the necklace Naruto gave her. She would get stronger just like him and work harder than she ever has before. She saw Hinata standing behind a pole and then smirked when Hinata tried to glare at her. She kept walking and when she got home, she grabbed one of his jackets and put it on since it was warm and had his scent on it. She let out a sigh and then looked at the picture of them Tsunade made them take. It was going to be a long two years for her.