Chapter 8 Ripples become Waves
Sadly I still don't own Naruto but at least I own this & that's something to me. As always if yah got ideas for OC jutsu or such send in message or review if it's included I'll give credit.
-1 month after Graduation-
-Training Ground 12-
When Naruto and his teammates arrived they were surprised to see their former classmates and Team 9 there as well. "Oi Duckbutt what are you all doing here?" Sighing Sasuke simply tells Naruto that he and the others were told to be here as well obviously. As the kids wait for their sensei to arrive they decide to catch up since they haven't had a chance to hang out since graduation. Seeing a chance to talk to Naruto, and annoy Hinata, Yama decides to give Naruto a hug that goes on for just a bit too long. "So Naruto-kunn how have you been? I haven't seen you in ages!" For a second Naruto is surprised at how close Yama is being before he steps back without even realizing it much to her quiet shock. "Umm I've been good Yama-chan. How have you been?" "Oh I've been good. But it's been so long since we had lunch or even talked? Woul.."
Before Yama can say more chains wrap around her and drag her back to Karin who is a few meters away. While the others don't hear what's said, some guess quite accurately given those involved, they can see the result as Yama returns to the group but maintains a bit more distance from Naruto. When questioned about this by Naruto she simply tells him that she was reminding her teammate of her decision. Before Naruto can say more the various sensei arrive but they're joined by various other shinobi from the village including a few Clan Heads and the loyal Sannin. Surprised to say the least they are even more so when the Hokage himself arrives with his Anbu guard. After quickly bowing to their superior they quickly look between him and their sensei.
Knowing the genin are worried they are going to be punished Hiruzen removes his hat before lighting his pipe and looking at them. "Do not worry young ones you're not in trouble. In fact this is just the opposite of a punishment for you and your teams. Some of you may remember that our way of teaching and training our genin have changed rather drastically since soon after your class entered the Academy. This is just the next phase of that same more intensive education and training as we see quite a lot of potential with your Academy's class. Before we change the systems for it's four sisters we must ensure that the additional costs will be worth it. For that reason the shinobi behind me have volunteered their time to aid in teaching you both as teams and for a few as individuals. We will judge the results of this new system over the coming year or two as you all develop to determine if this part will be used with the other academies. For those of you who do not know all the fine shinobi behind me they are as follows Itachi Uchiha, Kaida Uzumaki, Hizashi Hyūga, Mito Kazama, Shikaku Nara, Tsunade Senju, Jiraiya, *Sōta Kurama, & the Anbu Captain Dragon."
As the various individuals are named they step forward and either slightly bow or wave to the students. For a moment the genin are stunned as they all realize just how much the village is investing in training them. "Hokage-sama, if I may speak we wanted to ask them something.", hearing this Hiruzen turns to Itachi and nods, "We wish to see what you all can do seeing as aside from those who know us personally we have not seen the skills you all possess. As such when your name is called please step forward and then you will spar with either myself or another Jonin here. Is that clear?" Once all the students have nodded Itachi reaches back and is handed a small open box by Asuma.
As the students prepare Itachi pulls a name out of the box before asking for Tsunade to come forward. "Sakura Haruno you will be fighting Tsunade Senju. You may begin when you are ready and use any jutsu or weapon you see fit against her." As the genin move back they are joined by their sensei who separate from the rest of the adults to stand beside their respective teams to watch the spar. "So Sakura was it?", Sakura nods while pulling her armored gloves on, "I heard you wish to become a med-nin is that true? Well maybe if you impress me I can teach you someday." As Sakura nods she pulls out multiple shuriken before throwing them though Tsunade manages to dodge them all quite easily.
Much to Tsunade's surprise though Sakura seems willing to fight her directly as she rushes straight at her the moment she stops. "This girl either has some tricks up her sleeve or she believes me to be weak. Let's see which it is." The moment Sakura is within her reach Tsunade quickly snaps out a kick that's only slightly enhanced with her chakra but to her shock the girl dodges it counters with her own chakra enhanced punch aimed at her left thigh. Quickly dropping her leg she smirks as she realizes the girl has figured out at least part of her secret to enhanced strength. "So someone has finally figured it out." Cracking her knuckles Tsunade stares Sakura down and smirks at her doing the same in response. "So little girl you think you can match Konoha's Slug Princess in a contest of strength? Let's see how well you do!"
Deciding to kick it up a notch Tsunade quickly begins striking at Sakura forcing her to dodge or deflect the blows. Eventually though she manages to strike the girl centermass as she blocks but to her surprise instead of being thrown back she bursts into hundreds of sakura petals only to reform a few meters back. "Genjutsu!" The moment she realizes she was tricked Tsunade quickly pulses her chakra shattering the genjutsu and seeing the real Sakura a few meters to her right. "So I see someone else has mastered the use of Kurenai's own *Sakura Petal Clone jutsu. Congratulations but I still need to see more." When Sakura hears this she smirks before saying she'd love to as she pulls out a small scroll and unsealing the contents within. Seeing a familiar seal on one of the tags Tsunade quickly rushes forward in a attempt to stop Sakura. *"Barrier Seal: Crushing Wave!"
Before Tsunade can close with Sakura she's suddenly encircled by a barrier that immediately begins to close in around her. "She must have went to Emiko or Mito to learn this. I'm slightly impressed but let's see how she does when it fails." Running through a set of signs Tsunade slams her hands down to the earth before shouting out. "Earth Release: Earth Flow Spears!" Instantly dozens of spears made of stone shot out of the ground and slam into the barrier halting it for just the briefest moment. Pouring her chakra into her arms and legs Tsunade rushes forward and shatters the barrier directly in front of Sakura with a single kick. The moment she's past the barrier she charges forward obviously intending to end the fight in a single blow. Stunned at how quickly the Sannin has escaped her trap Sakura briefly considers avoiding the incoming attack but realizes she's not going to be able to.
Deciding to go out with a bang instead of trying to run like a coward she throws a strike at Tsunade's own fist. Knowing she will lose the coming contest of strength she closes her eyes just before the fists meet as she doesn't want to see what will happen. But she never feels the pain of the Sannin's hit causing her to open them and see the blonde Sannin holding her fist while smiling. "I must say for a newly minted brat you're pretty good. Maybe someday I'll take you on as a apprentice once I have a chance to see what you can really do. Though I must say never close your eyes in a fight again if you wish to survive." As Sakura nods in shock she can hear her friends cheering at how well she's fought despite being so outmatched. "Congratulations on surviving Sakura.", as Itachi says this he pulls another name from the box and for the briefest moment a smile is on his face, "Now will Sasuke Uchiha come forward. Your opponent will be Itachi Uchiha."
When Sasuke hears this his Sharingan activate and show their now two tomoe form as he walks forward. "So I finally get to fight you nii-san. Did you plan this?" At this Itachi simply raises a eyebrow before his own eyes activate to their fully matured state. "Foolish little brother." Much to the genin's surprise Itachi doesn't seem to move as Sasuke quickly draws and throws multiple kunai at his brother. But instead of seeing blood splatter the man before them suddenly bursts into a flock crows who reform into Itachi a few meters away from his previous location. "I knew that was too easy." Quickly moving to draw more kunai Sasuke as briefly considers staying at range but decides that he should not play to that strength of his brother just yet.
Seeing that Itachi hasn't moved Sasuke rushes forward while drawing his own sword hoping to land a blow at least in close quarters. Just as his sword is about to cut across Itachi's chest though his brother deftly dodges it by leaning back just far enough to avoid it. As he moves forward he draws his own kunai and begins deflecting Sasuke's blade with his own while occasionally asking if that's all his brother has. "Fine you want to see what I can do take this!", as Sasuke says this he jumps back and quickly stabs his sword into the ground, "KATON: GREAT FIREBALL JUTSU!" The moment Sasuke releases the jutsu the others are surprised at it's size as it's easily larger than the one he used during the exam. "He's improved but let's see how he handles this." After forming a single sign Itachi unleashes his own jutsu. "Water Release: Water Bomb Jutsu." As Itachi's jutsu impacts Sasuke's fireball it not only creates a massive amount of steam but also stops Sasuke's jutsu as well. "Good job little brother but let's see how you handle this." Quickly running through more signs Itachi throws multiple shuriken as he releases his jutsu.
Through the steam all Sasuke sees is light before multiple smaller fireballs come flying through towards him. "Oh crap." Jumping backwards he quickly pulls out multiple shuriken and throws them at the fireballs attempting to disperse them. After a few moments it appears like he got them all until suddenly a shuriken comes from behind him cutting his cheek. The moment he sees it fly past his cheek he turns and ducks causing the rest to fly over him. With his Sharingan he sees the wires used to direct them even as he swings his blade to end Itachi's control. As he slowly turns in a circle he doesn't see Itachi anywhere but quickly moves away as something in his mind screams danger. When he lands a few meters away he sees his brother rising out of the dirt right next to where he had been. "Good little brother, but is running all you can do?"
Instead of responding Sasuke rushes forward and feints a slash at his brother's chest. When Itachi moves to block his blade he drops down low and quickly kicks at the exposed arm. "His speed has improved. Good job Kakashi-senpai." Before the strike connects though Itachi spins his kunai and holds it just above Sasuke's femoral artery. "Surrender little brother. You can't win if you bleed out." Halting his strike Sasuke slowly lowers his leg before looking down as he's defeated again by Itachi. Seeing how Sasuke is reacting Kakashi lowers his book before nodding to Itachi who raises a eyebrow in response. "Sasuke", hearing Kakashi's voice Sasuke looks up at him before looking down again, "your brother is a skilled jonin and former Anbu. That you held your ground as long as you did is commendable in itself. I will teach you more and someday you will defeat him so raise your head. Use what happened today to fuel your growth tomorrow."
Looking back up at his teacher Sasuke has a small smile before he bows to his brother and rejoins his comrades. Once he's away Itachi allows himself a small smile as he knows how close Sasuke was to victory. "Little brother I may be the future Head of our Clan but you are going to be it's strongest member. Of that I have no doubt.." As he thinks this he looks down at the slip of paper he's drawn before considering who they will face. "Congratulations to Sasuke for doing as well as you did. Now will Naruto Uzumaki come forward. And your opponent will be Hizashi Hyūga." When he hears this Neji quietly laughs while Naruto quickly grows pale. "Oh crap he's gonna kill me. I know he's still mad over that last prank. I knew I shouldn't have used that pink die on them. I'm such a idiot!"
Sensing a bit of Naruto's hesitance Hinata looks over and grabs his shoulder. When Naruto looks over he sees her smiling and nodding even as her face turns redder before she quietly speaks. "Y-You can d-do it Na-Naruto-kun!" Encouraged by his friend Naruto nods before walking forward as Hizashi slowly walks to the center of the clearing. "Uzumaki-san, I see you are still my eldest niece's bestfriend. I am glad you two are still friends after all these years." For a moment Naruto is confused at the tone Hizashi has but puts it away as he reaches the center of the field.
The two quickly fall into their respective clan stances and activate their bloodline's much to the other genins surprise while Hinata and Neji react very differently. When the others notice the two cousins reactions, Neji laughing quietly while Hinata seems hopeful, they quickly question why the two seem so unsurprised at the fighters actions. "Naruto-san has visited our clan many times, both openly and to prank, but each time he does he tries to defeat my father in a spar. He's yet to do so but constantly tries to whenever he has the chance. I think he does it since he can't challenge Hinata-sama's father because of how busy he is."
For a moment the others are surprised at Neji's words before laughing at how stubborn and foolish Naruto is before Hinata replies quietly. "I-I think Naru-Naruto-kun is ad-admirable for tr-trying to beat Hizashi-oji-san." While the others consider the two cousin's words Karin quietly thinks back to the time Naruto told her why he constantly try's to beat Hizashi. "I'm still surprised she hasn't figured out she's the real reason why. I guess Naruto isn't the only oblivious one when it comes to them." After laughing quietly to herself Karin tells everyone to be quiet and focus on the spar. "Watch and learn you're about to see what my cousin can really do when he's got a goal to go for." Confused by her final words the others nonetheless resume watching the spar just as the two move.
But instead of attacking they see Naruto move back and make a ram sign causinng his chakra to spike as a series of seals appear on his back and chest before fading. When the adults see this they quickly look to Jiriaya and Kaida for an explanation as they aren't as well versed in seals as they are. "Those are *chakra & *gravity restraint seals aren't they Kaida-san? I'm surprised you allowed him to use them at such a young age." While Kaida doesn't respond verbally her face seems to clearly state why they allowed it. "You're right he's like his mother. He probably pestered you until you gave in or applied them himself with a clone just to prove he could. Am I right?" As Kaida nods she laughs quietly as she remembers the first time he used these seals went.
"You are correct pervert. But his body naturally accustomed to those seals far faster than others would have." When the others realize the implications of her words they quickly look back just in time to see Naruto shot forward at Hizashi. "Let's see how long you last this time Naru-kun." As Naruto attempts to strike at Hizashi with both fist and chain his blows are blocked by Gentle Fist strikes. "Come now Uzumaki-san, I thought you leaned last time that directly fighting me doesn't work. You may be good but I have many years on you.." Just as Hizashi is going to say more a series of chains suddenly blast out of the ground around him and dive towards him. "Very clever he used the chains above the surface to hide the ones below. But he's still too slow." "Kaiten!" Just before the chains to strike they are blasted away as Hizashi unleashes his clan's signature defense.
Much to the other's shock Naruto's chains that strike the Hyūga's barrier actually shatter and recede back into him & are slowly replaced. "Hizashi-jiji", as the others hear this they struggle to hold in their laughs while Neji facepalms, "that jutsu is still stronger than my chains but let's see how you handle this! Fūton: Heaven's Fall!" Before Hizashi can move a almost visible pillar of chakra saturated air comes crashing down upon him. When the genin see this they are stunned at just how quickly Naruto pulled off the high level jutsu as only a few saw him make the signs before the jutsu was used. Meanwhile Hizashi struggles to move let alone get up as the mass of air continues to press down upon him. "There has to be a way to break this jutsu." Quickly using his eyes he searches for a weakness in the jutsu and notices that the chakra seems to be constantly pulling air into the mass even as air leaves it.
Noticing that the chakra seems to be carefully spread throughout the mass of air as a result Hizashi quickly releases a bit of chakra from the tenketsu in his back and notices how it partially destabilizes Naruto's own. "So that's how it works. His chakra holds in keeps it full of air but foreign chakra stops that. I'll need to release enough to break his jutsu in one go otherwise he may call another one down on me." Before Naruto can react Hizashi releases a massive amount of chakra from his back and limbs shattering Naruto's jutsu. When the chakra is disrupted the air within explosively releases throwing loose dirt, leaves, and Naruto away like a leaves in a storm. Meanwhile Hizashi is forced down to his knee by the pressure before he can stand within the dust.
Naruto quickly shots his chains out into the soil in a attempt to stop himself from flying into those around them. "Ow why did he have to release it that way. I thought he'd find a gentler way. Their Gentle Fist really isn't that gentle in the end." As Naruto continues to think he can hear both Karin and Kaida laughing from the sidelines at the results of Hizashi's action. The moment his feet touch ground again Naruto forms a platoons worth of clones and subsequently draws his tanto as he sees Hizashi moving towards him. As he attempts to fight the Branch Head he realizes that even with his seals undone he's still too strong and fast to be fought directly so he changes his tactics. Quickly moving backwards he quickly begins placing down a series of seals with his chains. But as he works he can see Hizashi moving ever closer as his clones are destroyed rapidly. "Ten more seconds just 10 more seconds!" Quickly forming more clones he sends them to act purely as a delaying force while he places the final seal and begins charging it.
"This is sooo gonna hurt." Just before Hizashi can strike Naruto a multitude of barrier seals activate trapping both Naruto and Hizashi within separate sections. After testing the walls strengths with his Gentle Fist Hizashi proceeds to walk up to the wall closest to Naruto. "So Uzumaki-san what's your plan now? You know these seals will run out of chakra soon. How long can you delay me?" Instead of seeing fear when Naruto looks up at him he see's the same spark he saw in his mother's eyes when she had a plan. Quickly realizing that whatever he has planned is related to the seals Hizashi begins striking at the barrier between them with a ever growing barrage of Gentle Fist strikes. Just as the barriers begins to visibly crack under his strikes he hears a sudden howling of wind.
The moment he hears this he prepares to use the Kaiten while Naruto seems to wrap his chains around himself. Just before the dome of chains is complete he hears Naruto wish him luck in what's coming.*"Uzumaki Seal: Heaven's Barrage!" Seeing the chakra laced air coming down at them both Hizashi quickly pours his chakra into his Kaiten just before it impacts. To those around all they see is the visible pillars of air slamming down both on around the two combatants defenses before a growing cloud of dust obscures them. For a few moments all they can hear is the creaking of Naruto's chains and the persistent whirling of Hizashi's Kaiten amongst the howl of the wind and thunder of the pillars of air slamming down. Soon though the seals chakra runs dry and the air they brought down releases causing even dust to rise into the air further obscuring the crowds vision. Seeing this the Hokage nods to Kaida who's still quietly laughing at Naruto's last move. "Fūton: Great Breakthrough." Pouring just enough chakra into her jutsu to blow away the dust Kaida and the rest are greeted by the sight of Hizashi on his knees breathing heavily while Naruto lays unconscious in a crater caused by his chains being forced into the ground. Just as Itachi is about to call the match for Hizashi the soil on front of him begins to break as Naruto jumps out and attempts to punch Hizashi in the jaw. Unfortunately for him even without his eyes active Hizashi manages to lean back enough for his blow to miss and responds with chakra laced strikes to Naruto's shoulders and legs.
When Naruto lands the others, especially Hinata & Karin, quickly move closer in order to help him seeing as the strikes have left him unable to move. "Dang it! I thought that last strike would get you Hizashi-jiji." Lying on his back Naruto looks up at Hizashi who's visibly holding back a laugh at Naruto's expression. "If I was younger and less experienced you very well might have Naruto-san. But for now I still remain undefeated in our little matches." While the others laugh quietly at how only Naruto could pull something like that they carefully lift him up after Hizashi unblocks his tenketsu. "Good job Hizashi-sama and Naruto-san. Before the next series of matches we will take a quick lunch break. If you leave be back no later than 1PM as that is when I will call out the next match. Understood?" Once the genin have responded back Itachi dismisses them before heading home to eat while the others head off as well.
-after lunch-
As the students wait for their names to be called Hizashi walks over to Kaida as she puts the book she was reading down. "Hizashi-sama how can I help you?" Smiling at the Uzumaki Regent Hizashi pulls back his kimono's sleeves revealing slightly bruised hands "Kaida-sama I just have a question. Did you know Naruto-san was going to use that specific combination of seals in our match?" As Kaida laughs she nods before apologizing for laughing at the memory of him being held down by Naruto's seals. "I'm surprised he got that set of seals down though as normally even chunin Uzumaki struggle to get the timing for those seals right. I can't tell you how many times I've seen students of mine attempt to use that strategy only for it to fail spectacularly. I assume he learned it from Kaito-san as he Harue-chan like to spend time teaching our future clan head. Though I'm sure that's not all you want to ask me is it Hizashi-sama?"
For a moment Hizashi is silent before he smiles like he hasn't in years as he looks out towards his niece and her nephew. "They would make a very good couple wouldn't they Kaida-sama?" As Kaida nods she laughs again at how oblivious her nephew is before remarking that he's just like his mother. "I believe one day he'll realize exactly what drives him to protect her but till that day I won't push him anymore than I push my own daughter in that affair. Now let's pay attention I believe Itachi-san is going to call another match now." Pulling out another set of slips Itachi has to hold back a laugh at the pair chosen. "Will Shikamaru Nara come forward. Your opponent will be the Anbu Captain Dragon." Sighing as he walks forward Shikamaru casually pats down his various pockets while muttering to himself.
When he's directly in front of the Anbu he mutters one last time at how troublesome this all is. "I have fought beside your father many time Nara-san. Do not expect me to fall for your standard tricks if you wish to prove yourself." Nodding and yawning Shikamaru lazily looks over the Anbu Captain before shrugging. "What a drag..." Instead of rushing forward Shikamaru jumps back while drawing multiple kunai with tags on them. "Let's see how much of our jutsu he knows." Without even moving from his spot the Anbu captain responds by throwing his own shuriken to deflect Shikamaru's kunai into the ground far from him. "Come now Nara-san you had to know I would know of your clan's seals."
Instead of responding Shikamaru continues to throw his seal wrapped kunai even as they are continuously deflected into a ever growing area around the Anbu captain. Suddenly ceasing his barrage he quickly moves closer again while his opponent has yet to take a single step. "Why don't you move? You know of my clan's jutsu yet you remain still almos..." Suddenly looking down Shikamaru jumps away just as two arms reach up from below as the man in front of him fades away. "Troublesome..." He quickly forms the ram seal and releases a bit of his chakra activating the seals on the kunai causing shadows to suddenly shot out from them and cover much of the ground.
Moving towards the center of the shadows Shikamaru begins using them to pierce deep into the ground attempting to force the Anbu head out of hiding. But as times goes on and his shadows slowly recede Shikamaru suddenly resumes throwing his kunai only with explosive tags wrapped out them. When Naruto sees the tags he begins to laugh causing the others to worry. "Na-Naruto-kun why are you la-laughing?" Turning to Hinata he pulls out one of his own tags and shows it to her. "He's using Uzumaki style explosive tags. He paid me a couple D-ranks worth of missions to make him multiple scrolls worth after that survival exercise we had together." When Karin hears this she quickly turns to Naruto just as the tags begin to go off across the field. While many of the genin and even some of their sensei are stunned Kaida begins to laugh as more and more tags detonate.
"Only Naruto would think selling mission grade explosive tags would be a good idea." Very soon the Anbu Captain reappears as he is driven out of his hiding spot below ground by the shockwaves & shifting of the soil. "I forgot how strong those tags were. Taku next time we spar I'm going to knock you on your back for teaching him those." Before Shikamaru can use any jutsu he is forced back as the Anbu Captain attacks him directly to deny him the time to use his abilities.
Forced on the defensive Shikamaru is forced to constantly give ground before he's able to catch the captain momentarily with a *shadow seal allowing him the time to escape and hide. When the dust settles the Anbu captain stands alone in the field much to the crowd's surprise. "Where did he go. He can't have much more chakra given the number of tags he's already used. Even if the Uzumaki was the one who created those damned explosive ones." As the Anbu Captain slowly turned around Shikamaru watched and ever so slowly a shadow extended from him before touching a seal he'd placed earlier in the fight. The moment the shadow connects to the seal it immediately activates causing the Anbu Captain to jump away before throwing a kunai into the tag destroying the seal. As the chakra ceases to flow the shadows around the seal recede as the jutsu falls apart. "Good try Nara-san! Now why don'.." Before he can say another word the man suddenly freezes as he hears someone rise up behind him. "Shadow Possession jutsu complete. Now why don't you surrender so I don't have to go through the trouble of wounding you." Instead of speaking Dragon attempts to break the possession by pouring more chakra into his limbs but this fails. Realizing that a genin, or at least a normal one, can't have the chakra to overpower him he stops and verbally gives up.
Once Shikamaru has freed him he turns to face the young Nara before asking how he overpowered him despite the age and experience difference. "I used my tags to push you a certain way before so I could set a trap for where they would force you to go. After that I used chakra from a storage seal to allow me to activate that last tag essentially at no cost to my remaining reserves. Finally I used my own reserves plus extra from the seal to hold you long enough for you to give up." Surprised at how simple the plan was the Anbu Captain can only shake his head as he congratulates him on a good match. For the next few rounds Shikamaru simply sleeps against a stone even as his former classmates, teachers, & the various clan heads and officials talk about him regardless of how the various rounds go. "Attention this will be the last match of the day so will you all give it your undivided attention.", as everyone waits for Itachi to call out the two names they all grow silent, "Will Hinata Hyūga come forward. Your opponent will be Kakashi Hatake."
Before Hinata can walk forward Anko quickly grabs her arm and turns her to face her and the rest of Team 8. "Well Stutters it's your turn to shine. Go show Kakashi and everyone else how good Team 8's sensei really is!" Nodding Shino has a small smile as he looks at his teammate. "You can do it Hinata-san. Why do I say this? Because you are a skilled kunoichi and member of this team." Giving Hinata a thumbs up Naruto smiles before speaking in his usual excited manner. "Yeah what Shino said Hinata-chan!" After quickly hugging Hinata before she walks forward Naruto and the rest wish her luck as she walks towards Itachi while Kakashi stands there seeming only interested in his orange book.
"Hmm she's not as nervous anymore. I guess he's just like Kushina-san too isn't he sensei?" When Itachi calls for the fight to begin Hinata quickly falls into her clan's stance before rushing forward as her Byakugan activate. "I can't fail not in front of Naruto-kun!" Quickly lashing out with strikes aimed at Kakashi's chest and arms she becomes nervous as he dodges the blows seemingly without effort. Changing her tactics Hinata pulls out her senbon and begins targeting Kakashi's joints with both. "Interesting she's already learning to move more like Anko." Seeing that Hinata's strikes are getting closer and closer Kakashi decides to raise the difficulty as he moves back and begins a series of handsigns before slamming one hand down into the ground causing a puff of smoke to appear. "Summoning Jutsu!"
When the smoke slowly cleared Hinata saw a large, black pitbull standing beside Kakashi with a smaller pug like dog upon it's head. "Bull, Pakkun do it." When the two summons rush forward Hinata surprises them by rushing to meet them head on. When Neji see's this he smiles a bit before quietly wishing his cousin luck. "Gentle Fist Art: Eight Trigrams 32 Palms!" With a speed most didn't know she had Hinata blitzes the two summons and strikes at both with a flurry of strikes before jumping back. Much to Kakashi & everyone else's shock the two quickly fall over before disappearing in a puff of smoke. While Naruto and the others cheer her on Hinata rushes towards the jonin in a attempt to disable him.
Though he manages to avoid her strikes Kakashi is still forced to stop forming his jutsu as she constantly pushes him. "Alright if keeping her delayed isn't an option let's see how she handles this." Instead of continuing to dodge or deflect Hinata's strikes he begins raising the difficulty for her by actively fighting back forcing her on the defensive. To his surprise though instead of continuing to use her clan's moves exclusively she incorporates strikes he's seen within the Uzumaki's own style. When Neji and Hizashi see this they both develop small smiles as their quiet heir refuses to back down. "Akemi-san if only you could see just how much your daughter has grown. She's becoming more like you each day."
For a brief moment the fight reaches a point where Kakashi puts just enough pressure to keep Hinata busy but not enough to truly overwhelm her that is until she quickly throws a number of smoke bombs down. Seeing this Neji and Hizashi begin narrating what happens as only they can see what's occuring within the dense smoke. But all too soon it fades and the crowd is greeted by the sight of Hinata on the ground with a kunai aimed at the back of her head. She quickly surrenders but before she can walk away with her head down Kakaahi grabs her arm. "Good job Hinata. You may not have beaten me but you proved to be quite the interesting genin. Keep it up and one day you'll become a truly powerful kuniochi much like your mother." Buoyed by the masked jonin's words Hinata rejoins her team with a smile on her face even as a single tear rolls down her face as the teams regroup in front of the Hokage.
"I must congratulate you all. While many of you were defeated do not think less of yourselves for it young ones. Despite your inexperience compared to your opponents you have shown that each of you have the ability to surpass those here today if you work hard. I encourage each of you both as teams and individuals seek out those who can help you become better Leaf shinobi as time goes on. Now I believe I speak for all the jonin and Clan members here when I say you are dismissed though I am sure your sensei will wish to speak to you for just a brief moment." While the sun slowly sets the various teams and older shinobi leave the training ground to either speak privately with their sensei or return home. To the Hokage though the happiness he feels fades quickly as he looks down at the message he had received during the lunch break from Shisui about the group that he and Jiriaya had heard about. Quickly lighting his pipe he walks towards his office as he mulls over the various bits of information they'd heard about this mysterious organization of A & S-class missing nin.
-1 week later-
As Team 8 ends another day of training they slowly leave the training ground when Naruto notices they're being followed quite obviously. Instead of saying anything to his team he decides to handle it himself by quickly turning around and using his chains to pull the cover off the ones following him. "Konohamaru why are you following me? And who exactly are you other two?" Surprised at Naruto's actions Shino and Hinata look between Naruto and the three exposed Academy students. "This is Udon and Moegi they're my friends boss!" As the three Academy students wave at Naruto's teammates Shino asks Naruto how he knows Konohamaru. "I met him when I turned in my shinobi registration and photo. This moron", hearing this Konohamaru yells that he isn't a moron, "thought he could challenge the Old Man to become Hokage. After that he followed me around after ditching his sensei."
"Boss you forgot to tell them one day I'm gonna beat YOU to be the 5th Hokage!" Annoyed by this Naruto wraps Konohamaru up with his chains as he yells he'd never lose to him. "Ex-Excuse me Na-Naruto-kun but sh-shouldn't you put the 3rd Hokage's grandson down." Hearing this Konohamaru quickly gets mad and yells at Hinata that he's not just the "honorable grandson." "Oi don't yell at Hinata you brat!" While the two quickly begin arguing Konohamru's friends move to stand behind the rest of Team 8 as they all realize how similar the two are. As the two continue to argue both are suddenly wrapped up in golden chains as Karin and her mother come around the corner.
"Naruto Uzumaki & Konohamaru Sarutobi will you both be quiet! Naruto take your friends home and stop arguing with Konohamaru. And Konohamaru you will take your friends home and apologize for dragging them into this." Releasing them Kaida resumes walking towards the Konoha Hospital with her daughter. While the two groups separate both Naruto and Konohamaru promise to meet up during the weekend again. As Naruto and his team gets closer to the Aburame Compound Naruto asks Shino why his clan lives so close to the village's wall. "Naruto-san my clan is not viewed nicely. Our relationship with our hives causes others to view us as strange. As such we live here so we can avoid most people and continue our studies without other's being disgusted by their presence." For a moment Naruto is quiet before he declares that as Hokage he'll do all he can to help Shino's clan causing a small smile to momentarily appear on Shino's face. "Thank you Naruto-san. But that's not necessary w.." "Of course it is! Your clan is important too Shino-san! You shouldn't be viewed different cause you work with insects!" Instead of responding Shino simply nods before saying goodbye as he enters the Aburame Compound and says he will see them tomorrow. As the two head towards the Hyūga Compound Hinata fidgets as she wonders what to say to Naruto.
"Na-Naruto-kun that wa-was a very nice thing to say to Shino-san. I'm su-sure he's happy you ac-accept him." When she says this she notices Naruto's smile doesn't reach his eyes even as he thanks her for saying that. "Na-Naruto-kun ar-are you okay?" Stunned by Hinata's words Naruto tries to brush them off as he says he is before she asks again. This time Hinata can clearly see the sadness in Naruto's eyes as he shakes his head as a few tears roll down his face. When Hinata sees this she without thinking hugs Naruto much to his shock though he quickly returns the hug. "It...It's okay Na-Naruto-kun. I wo-won't judge you li-like the village does. You're not the thing they say you are." The moment Naruto realizes what she's talking about he freezes up before drawing back as she pulls him back into her hug. "I'm...I'm not lying Naruto-kun. I wo-won't judge you fo-for it."
"How...How did you find out!? No one but the Hokage and adults are supposed to know. They..." Before he can say anymore Hinata pulls back before dragging him into the Hyūga Compound's garden. "I-I fo-found out du-during our third year. I-I di-didn't abandon you th-then and I won't now." For a moment Naruto is silent before tightening his hug on Hinata as he thanks her for being his friend before he jumps away as they hear someone coughing behind them. Red in the face as he turns Naruto sees Hizashi Hyūga standing before him with a small smirk on his face as he asks why Naruto is hugging the heiress so tightly. "Umm SEE YOU TOMORROW HINATA-CHAN!" While Naruto quickly runs away Hizashi and a few other branch Hyūga laugh quietly at the sight while Hinata turns new shades of red in embarrassment. As the day comes to a close in a land near Konoha a old man makes plans to leave to save his family while others scheme to stop him.
Soon after the sun rises the next day it sees Team 8 waiting in their usual training ground as Anko Shunshins before them. "So my little genin today we're gonna work on your jutsu and then do a mission or two.", before she says more Anko quickly forms two clones, "But first let's see what your guys chakra natures are." Quickly pulling out a piece Anko channels her chakra into it causing the paper to quickly smoke before it begins to burn. "As you can see my nature is fire. If your paper wrinkles it's lightning, gets wet it's obviously water, turns to dust that's earth, & if it splits that's wind. So quickly channel your chakra so I can see what I'm working with." As the three take the papers from their sensei they begin to channel their chakra into them which causes Naruto's to be split in half before it's shredded, Hinata's to burn, & Shino's mostly turn to dust though some smoke also appears. At this Anko runs her closes her eyes while breathing out slowly before opening her eyes again. "Of course two of you have nature's I barely know. And the only one who does share my nature likely won't use too many elemental jutsus. Since I don't have any jutsu scrolls right now I'll just teach you three how to channel your natures. Naruto make some clones and have them gather leaves, sticks, & small pebbles." After nodding Naruto quickly forms his clones and sends them to collect the items specified after handing each group scrolls to carry them with.
A few minutes later the group sees the platoon worth of clones return holding up the scrolls that show they are now full. "Blondie did your clones just strip the area of every loose stick, stone, & leaf? Cause I know Uzumaki scrolls can hold quite a lot when properly made." Naruto simply shrugs as he laughs at his clones over eager gathering before dispelling them after taking the scrolls before asking who gets each one. "You keep the leaves, Hinata will need the sticks, & Shino obviously gets the pebbles. Blondie your goal will be to split the leaves with your chakra, Stutters you will attempt to light the stick on fire, & Goggles you will be trying to break the pebble apart. Once you three can do that I'll teach you a higher level jutsu. Though once I have some scrolls for you", before she can say more Naruto raises a hand and says his clan has scrolls he can use, "I'll also expect you to learn at least 2 C-rank jutsu. Now you three slowly release a few of the objects you need and begin. Regardless of how you do today we will do our missions after lunch. Stutters you stay with me & you boys follow my clones who will help you as much as they can." While the three genin spread out Anko quickly creates another clone and sends it to retrieve 3 D-rank mission scrolls for them to do.
As the day goes on Anko watches as her genin slowly progress with their elemental training before calling for them to stop and join her and Hinata by the trees for lunch. "Alright based on my own memories and those from my clones you three made some progress let's see. Stutters you're first.", as her nickname is called Hinata holds up a stick before channeling chakra into it causing it to smoke slightly at the top, "Good job Stutters but keep at it even when you are home. Goggles your turn.", Shino holds a pebble up before pouring his chakra into it causing small cracks to spread over it, "Hmm seems good & just like Stutters keep at it. I want you to know more than just your clan's moves before I'm through with you. And finally blondie it's your turn.", before she can even finish Naruto has clasped his hands around a leaf before trying to cut it though only a small cut appears on one side, "Hmm I advise you ask your clan for advice wind is a rare nature in Konoha outside of them. Now let's eat!"
As the team eats and talks during their break Anko quietly laughs to herself at how much they've grown on her since she started teaching them. "I guess he was right. I do like teaching these brats. Maybe I'll even recommend them for the upcoming Chunin Exams in a few months. Though I doubt they'll get promoted it'll help push them especially Hinata." Shaking her head at how "soft" she's gotten since it was sealed off Anko tells the kids they only have 10 more minutes to eat. Once they have finished she pulls out the first scroll and tosses it to Hinata. "You're captain for this mission Stutters."
As Hinata hesitantly nods Anko jumps back into the trees while laughing quite loudly about their mission. "Ou-Our mission is to ca-capture the Daimyo's cat Tora.", at this Naruto sighs in annoyance, "I..I will use my Byakugan to lo-locate it. Sh-Shino-san once we've found it use your in-insects to drive it towards Na-Naruto-kun. Naruto-kun you catch it with either cl-clones or seals." As the boys nod Hinata activates her Byakugan and begins searching for the cat before the team begins moving. After a few moments of searching near the wall they find the cat near the western gate but the moment they are near it begins running away. "Shino-san no-now!" As Shino's bugs fly out they quickly overtake the cat before forming into walls ahead of it forcing it to turn and run towards the wall. Without being prompted Naruto quickly forms a group of clones that rush ahead and begin dropping seals in a crescent ahead of the fat cat.
To everyone's surprise though the cat stops just short of the first line and begins hissing at them all as it moves back and forth trying to find a way out. When Naruto sends some of his clones to catch it he's surprised when it fights back & manages to dispel a few with vicious swipes across the face. "Na-Naruto-kun wait." Instead of charging in Hinata slowly walks forward before bending down and beckoning Tora to come to her surprising Naruto and Shino. Instead of running Tora slowly walks towards Hinata before allowing her to pick her up much to the other's surprise who had heard of how difficult Tora can be. Even Anko is surprised as she remembers how annoying Tora was when she was a genin under him but Tora seems to like Hinata. As the three slowly move back towards the Academy to report their success the Chunin are surprised at how calm Tora is being as well right up to the point she was handed over. "Alright that's one mission down. Now let's see which of you should lead this one?", as Anko held onto the scroll she looked back and forth at Naruto & Shino before smirking and tossing it to Shino, "Well Goggles it's your turn to lead a mission have fun!"
With a sigh that only Hinata hears Shino opens the scroll he was given before a small smirk appears much to Naruto & Hinata's confusion before he explains the mission. "Naruto-san once we are outside from 30 clones so we can finish this mission quickly. Hinata use your Byakugan to locate the houses we need to head to. Me and my hive will direct the clones and collect the people's signatures. I expect us to be done in 30 minutes." Once the team leaves the building they quickly begin the mission as shadow clones of Naruto are sent off with insect clones to deliver the goods and mail to families & clans while Shino or his insect clones receive the necessary signatures. Fairly quickly the last bit of mail was delivered and Anko reappears by her team laughing at how quickly they'd finished the mission. "I knew I should've chosen a harder D-rank but I guess that's what I get for underestimating my own team. Once we've collected your pay stubs consider yourselves dismissed until training tomorrow.""Hai Sensei!" While the three received their payments the various other genin teams they graduated with showed up to receive their own pay for the missions they'd completed. Deciding he wanted to keep hanging out with his friends Naruto invites them all to come to the Uzumaki Compound to have dinner for the night though he makes sure to send a clone to alert Kaida first.
Later that night as the sun slowly set Naruto showed his friends into his favorite part of the Uzumaki Compound the covered garden that sat within a copse of white and black pines. His friends were surprised though at the beautiful flowers and trees that sat on small islands within a pond at the center of the garden. Most surprised was Ino who realized that the trees and flowers were ones that weren't native to Konoha and typically wouldn't grow in it's area despite her clan's best efforts. "You two how are those growing here!? My clan has tried for years to get those to grow within our gardens but each time they wither and die before we can use them in our medicines." Naruto simply shrugs before looking to Karin who rolls her eyes before responding.
"Seals how else would we? Those are from Uzushio so of course they don't grow here. When our clan escaped and came here they brought saplings and seeds within special seals so we could grow these here. They serve as reminders of our lost home and those who fell defending it." For a moment the others are silent before they bow their heads and pray for those who were lost before they sit on the benches surrounding the pond. "I can see why Karin likes it here. But Naruto I'm surprised you like this area." For a moment Karin is silent as she looks at Sakura and then at Naruto before she starts to laugh before saying Naruto is the one who takes care of the islands. As Naruto turns increasingly red in embarrassment under his friend's stares Hinata quietly says she sees nothing wrong with what Naruto is doing. While Hinata's words don't stop the others from making jokes it does help keep it down. After the sun has truly set the friends begin to leave either by themselves or in groups but not before taking one last look into the garden.
-3 & a half weeks later-
As the day wore on Team 8 was met at the gate by Team 7 who seemed to be leaving for a mission escorting a man to Wave Country. While Naruto quickly claimed his team would get a better mission soon Anko noticed that Kakashi seemed to be unusually attentive to their client. "Well Scarecrow have fun. I'll make sure to tell her that you're gone and all that." Rolling his eyes, or at least the one everyone can see, Kakashi warns that if she does he'll do the same for him before laughing at Anko's reaction. After Team 8 had received their pay for their mission & been dismisses Naruto decides to see if he can find Kaito and Harue since they had been on vacation for the last 2 weeks. Hours later he finds them sitting atop Hokage Rock simply sitting and watching the sun set. Before he can say a word though Harue turns to face him and motions for him to join them as Kaito waves while laying down. "So Naru-kun how have you been since we left?"
"It's been alright but the Compound was so BORING without you two there! No one will help me with my latest seal idea. Emiko-baa-chan seems to think my idea for a new explosive seal is too much! She has even convinced the Octopus Clan to not provide me their ink! She's so me..." Before Naruto can say more he's silenced by Kaito who grabs him and pulls him down next to him. "Otōto she's probably doing it cause you're barely 2 months out if the Academy relax. You'll have plenty of time to make that seal when you're older and wiser like me." While the two boys continue to argue like brothers Harue laughs at the two never change before wrapping them both up in a hug. "Boys boys relax. Enjoy the night and leave all that stuff behind for me pleaseeee." After both agree she gives both her little brother in all but blood and husband a quick kiss on the forehead as a form of thanks before laying down beside them.
The next day while Naruto and his team are training a sole Anbu member suddenly shunshins next to Anko before handing her a scroll. The moment she finishes reading it she calls the three over and tells them they have an emergency mission. "We are going to support Team 7 in their mission. I want you three to go home & pack your bags for a 2-3 week mission. Pack your clothes, tools, weapons, medical supplies, & anything else you might need but meet me at the south gate in 1 hour. Expect to fight either multiple bandits or missing-nin on this mission! Go!" Very quickly the team arrive back home and tell their families before arriving at the gate. Just before they leave though Kaida & Emiko arrive and hand Naruto a Uzumaki scroll and have him seal it within his arm after quietly telling him what it contains.
Quickly nodding he seals it away in his jacket before heading out with his team who begin heading to Wave Country as fast as they can. While it takes two days they soon reach the island nation and find signs of a fight near the coast though no bodies are found. "Shino have your insects locate Team 7, Naruto use your clones to do the same, & Hinata use your eyes to keep an eye out for others in the area." Just over a hour later they are led by Shino's insects to a house just in time to see Team 7 return to it led by Kakashi who is using crutches. While Anko is led into a room by Kakashi to be brought up to speed Naruto, Shino, & Hinata are told by Sakura what occurred in the days since they left Konoha. When the two jonin come back out they announce that both teams will work together to complete the mission as Gato may hire more men to try and eliminate Tazuna.
"Kakashi while you and yours guard the bridgebuiler we will guard his family until the bridge is done or Gatō is stopped. Though I think we should work on teaching them all water walking just in case due to the area.", at this Kakashi nods before motioning for Anko to continue, "And I agree with you that Zabuza may still be alive though you're right we probably have a week or so before he recovers." While the 6 genin are scared Kakashi and Anko do their best to calm them by reminding them that they are two of Konoha's best so they will handle Zabuza while the genin guard Tazuna and his family from any others. As the week drags on Naruto spends a unusual amount of time creating seals that he seals away for use later. Eventually he's confronted by Inari over why he's trying so hard when he's just going to die anyways. Instead of yelling he holds out a tag with a Uzumaki crest upon it.
"This is why. Because I am a Uzumaki and we do not surrender or give up. My clan was attacked led by 3 of the 5 Great Villages aided by many of their allies yet they didn't despair or surrender. They fought as hard as they could and when they couldn't anymore they sent the youngest of the clan away to survive in Konoha before sacrificing themselves to stop their enemies. They were, no ARE, heroes to me just like Kaiza is to your mom and grandpa! So instead of whining why don't you man up like them and fight for your home kid. Yeah I may die but if I do I'll make sure I take Gatō with me. Cause that is what heroes do kid!" Soon after Naruto and the others would go to sleep as they knew the next day could bring with it the return of Zabuza or some other hired thug by Gatō.
Across the island in a secluded mansion a young shinobi enters a small room and bows to the man laying on it's sole bed. "Zabuza-sama I see you are able to sit up already." Nodding the older man in the bed motions for his subordinate to get on with it. "The Konoha team has been reinforced by another team Zabuza-sama. I will try to gather information on them as well over the next week." Nodding Zabuza pulls down his mask as his subordinate pulls a small tray with two bowls into the room. As the two begin eating Zabuza watches the door way. "It doesn't matter how many teams they send I'll kill them all." Nodding Zabuza's subordinate doesn't respond verbally instead she chooses to continue eating.
As night falls within Tazuna's house Anko and Kakashi sit in the living room listening to the sounds of the area. "You know if the fake Hunter Nin is with Zabuza they're probably incredibly strong for their age." Nodding Kakashi turns the page of his book before closing it and putting it back in it's pocket. "We'll just have to finish the fight with Zabuza fast enough to help them. Besides water walking is there anything else we should teach them this week?" Leaning back Anko thinks of each of the genin's respective skills before shaking her head. "There isn't enough time for that. Maybe help them finish up any jutsus they're learning but otherwise we should focus on building up their current skills."
Nodding Kakashi says he's going to go to bed while Anko takes the first shift watching for enemies. Sitting on the home's roof the snake summoner watches the surrounding area. "I'll need to have Blondie set some warning seals and traps in the area." Over the night Anko and her team take turns watching while giving Team 7 time to rest and recover. As the sun rises over the island Naruto and Shino begin to wake everyone for the day while a clone of Naruto unseals some fish, rice, and various vegetables to make breakfast.
Looking between the six Genin Anko and Kakashi quickly eat their meals before drawing their teams attention. "Like I told you three before it's very likely Zabuza is still alive. Now that Anko and Team 8 we can more easily split our time between preparing for him or any other's Gatō sends and guarding Tazuna. Our teams will take turns over the coming days guarding Tazuna at the bridge while the other trains nearby." Nodding the six look between the two Jonin for their orders for the day as Anko takes a drink and Kakashi looks between them.
"Today I think Anko and her team should watch him & mine will continue training. Anko-san is there anything you think we should do to help secure him and his men?" Finishing her tea Anko smiles and points at Naruto. "I'm going to have Blondie here put some seals up to make watching the bridge builder and his home easier. Aside from that maybe the two of us should send a clone into the surrounding area to search for any of Gato's men. I'm sure our clones could handle any normal thugs without too much issue."
Nodding Kakashi seems to have a predatory smirk much like Anko at the moment under his mask. "Alright let's do both. You and your team watch him today, Naruto here can place his seals near the bridge and here, me and my team will train, and our clones will hunt." Nodding Anko has to hold back a laugh at the faces of Tazuna and his family. "And tomorrow we'll switch off. Sounds like a plan to me. Alright Tazuna-san I guess me and mine are with you today."
Motioning for her team to hurry up and follow her out Anko stands up and heads outside. As Naruto, Shino, and Hinata rush out to join her she turns to face her team and smiles in a way they haven't seen before. "Alright my little brats today we're going to be on overwatch duty. Naruto I want you to put down seals at the bridge and around the drunk's home.", as Naruto nods and begins mentally going over which seals he'll need Anko points to Hinata, "You Hinata are going to help watch for enemies and act as our med-nin", as the Hyūga heiress nods she nervously grabs the top of her first aid box, "And Shino you're going to join me in mid range security. Your bugs can hep watch the area with my snakes. Do you all understand?"
As the three nod Tazuna walks out and begins heading towards the bridge while Naruto leaves a trio of clones behind with two scrolls to set up security around the home. Watching the Genin around him Tazuna is struck by how off their lives are. They act like kids one moment and then the next are watching those around him like they are threats. Reaching the bridge he watches the two girls jump atop a nearby building while the boys stay beside him. "Umm...what exactly will you guys do if Gatō attacks?" Putting down a tag he's working on Naruto smiles and makes a cross with his fingers. "Well I can do this. Shadow Clone Jutsu!"
To the man's shock eight copies of the blonde appear and are sent to help his men move material. "Those clones can handle most thugs. Plus our crazy sensei is one scary opponent she can summon snakes as big as your house and loves using Katon jutsus.", pointing at Shino who's releasing some of his insects Naruto laughs at Tazuna's look, "Shino's partners can eat your chakra or poison you." Tilting his head towards Hinata who is watching the area behind them. "And Hinata-chan's way if fighting can seriously mess you up without even breaking the skin." Over the next few days Tazuna and his people would be reminded quite frequently that shinobi, even young ones, are to be respected and feared in equal measure.
They'd see Naruto and the other boys running along the rooftops and in trees fast enough to be only blurs. At other times the boys would head into town with Tazuna or his workers and would act their age. Their pinkette and bluenette kunoichi teammates would routinely hand out food the boys had either brought or caught. But all noticed how Gatō's men quickly disappeared from the village and surrounding areas as the teen's sensei quietly dealt with them. The only person who seemed to hate what the shinobi were doing was Tazuna's grandson Inari.
*-that's Yakumo's dad since Ido never gained control over Yakumo he and the rest of the main branch never died in the fire
*-genjutsu the makes the target see their foe burst into sakura petals before reforming C-rank developed by Kurenai
*-Uzumaki offensive barrier designed to trap foes within & slowly shrink until they either can not move or die, depending on the user's choice, can be defeated by sufficiently strong enough attacks high C-rank seal
*-seals designed to forcibly limit a user's access to their chakra, either partially or totally, either for use in training or to restrain shinobi prisoners
*-seals that replicate the feeling of wearing weights, like Lee's, only the weight is applied evenly across the entire body instead of just the arms or legs can be adjusted by the user or maker
*-the user compacts a mass of air above their target with chakra and brings it crashing down upon them low B-rank in strength
*-seal version of above only with multiple Heaven's Falls designed to overwhelm the enemy in the sheer volume of air brought down upon them
*-a seal that holds the basic version of the Nara's hiden techniques & can for just a brief moment hold, most, opponents
Obviously the next chapter will show the bridge fight but just like Naruto's speech it won't go the same way as it did in canon. Once again thanks for reading, following, favoriting, reviewing it means the world to me.
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