Return To Me
Chapter 8 : Will the demon strike again?
Synopsis : Iruka wakes up, as he reveals the words the demon told him to Hokage and Kakashi. At Naruto's Apartment, Sakura takes care for the boy until Sasuke and Kakashi's return as Naruto has another black out. Could there be another victim?
Pairings : Sasuke x Naruto a little of Iruka x Kakashi
Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto but I wish I did
Contains yaoi boy loves boy
Extra Information
*Dobe = Dead Last*
*Koi = Love*
*Gomen = I'm sorry*
*Onegai = Please*
*Chikushou = Damn*
*Arigatou = Thank you*
*Demo = But ... ... ...*
*Naze = Why*
*Iie = No*
Notes concerning the reviews will be at the bottom of this page.
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Throughout the darkness, Sasuke gave away a smile as he made his way towards the blond without making a sound.
Sasuke carefully slips under the sheets where Naruto laid, as the blond turns to his other side to face the thing crawling inside his bed.
"Sa.........Sasuke?" Naruto mumbled, as he was shocked
"I'll stay with you......... Tonight" Sasuke whispered as he leaned forward and kissed Naruto
Sasuke wraps his arm around the blond to draw him closer to his own body, as Naruto pushed forward to make Sasuke lay on his back.
Naruto was partly on top of Sasuke, as they continued to kiss with passion.
Naruto managed to slip one of his legs between those of the Uchiha as they drew each other closer.
Sasuke moved his hand under the boy's shirt to gently caress his back, as he heard the blond give out a low moan.
Sasuke smiled, as he started to kiss the boy's neck.
Naruto moved up, wanting to get closer to Sasuke as his knee rubbed something.
Sasuke immediately stopped kissing, as he stared at Naruto with a shocked expression.
"Gomen ......... I didn't mean to hurt ........." Naruto mumbled with a worried tone
Sasuke simply placed his fingers on Naruto's lips to stop him from talking.
"You didn't Naruto. Demo ........."Sasuke started to say
Naruto simply smiled, as Sasuke's eyes showed he didn't know what Naruto would try.
Naruto parted his lips, as he let his tongue out to slowly lick Sasuke's fingers.
"Na.........Naruto" Sasuke let out while his eyes widened
After a few minutes, Naruto placed his tongue back inside his mouth as he grinned.
Sasuke smiled back as he pulled Naruto's head to his with his free hand.
Both boys breathed heavily, as Naruto rested his head against Sasuke's chest.
"I should stay the night more often........." Sasuke whispered as his fingers went through the blond's hair
"I agree" Naruto softly said as his hands held on to Sasuke's shirt
After a while, Naruto finally fell asleep on Sasuke, as the dark haired boy couldn't help but smile to the blond he held in his arms.
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*Outside The Hospital*
In the darkness of the trees, red eyes glowed as the demon watched closely the two lovers embraced each other and fell asleep.
The demon leaned closer as a smiled covered his lips.
"Soon Kyubi, very soon we'll meet again......... And I'll have my revenge at last........." The demon let out before he vanished within the night
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*The Next Morning*
Sasuke had held the blond tightly against his own body during the entire night, since he never wanted to let go.
He slowly opened his eyes to see that Naruto was still in deep sleep, as the blond's hands were tightly gripped at Sasuke's shirt.
"Guess we both didn't want the other to leave during the night........." Sasuke thought as a smile showed on his lips
Sasuke moves the blond closer to him, as his lips kissed gently Naruto's forehead.
"I want more........." Naruto mumbled out
"Baka" Sasuke let out
Naruto opened his eyes, as he was greeted by Sasuke's lips on his own.
The boy let out a weak moan, as Sasuke pulled Naruto even closer to him, so that their kiss would intensify.
After a few minutes, their lips parted to grasp for some air, as they simple stared at each other with a slight smile on their lips.
Knock Knock
Both boys eyes redirected towards the door, as the doorknob started to turn and the door opened.
Quickly, Naruto slipped off the boy under him, as Sasuke jumped out of the bed.
Sasuke quickly placed back the sheets over Naruto, when a pink haired girl walked in the room.
"Ohayo, Sasuke-kun, Naruto." Sakura said to them as she closed the door behind her
"Sakura-chan ......... Sakura-chan!!! Are you alright!?" Naruto asked with a high voice
"Sit down" Sasuke ordered the blond
"I'm ......... I'm fine Naruto .........Thanks to you, if you hadn't come and all........." Sakura started as she held back her tears
"It was nothing! What kind of a ninja would I be if I let my teammate get kidnapped and killed!? Anyway, just don't get kidnapped again because it's a big pain staying in a hospital." Naruto stated as he gave out a fox grin
Sakura looked up and couldn't help but smile back at the blond, as her unshed tears disappeared.
Knock Knock
All three heads turned to gaze at the door, as the nice nurse comes in and smiles at the group.
"I see you are feeling quite better Naruto-kun." The nurse pointed out as she walked towards the boy
"Hai, can I go now?" Naruto asked with puppy dog eyes
"As soon as I check that wound of yours. I'll ask that you two leave and wait outside until I'm done with your friend here." The nurse demanded
Sakura and Sasuke nodded, as Naruto started to take his shirt off already.
"Baka, you could wait until I'm gone before getting naked!" Sakura yelled out as she stormed out of the room
Naruto gave out a smile, as Sasuke rolled his eyes before turning away and leave the room as well.
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*Hokage's House*
Kakashi stood silently behind the few groups of Anbu that stood before Hokage.
Each team leader reported back what they had found, as Hokage sent them out again to continue to search.
As the room emptied, Kakashi stepped forward, as Hokage felt slightly tired from not sleeping at all during the night.
"You should perhaps rest Hokage-sama" Kakashi suggested
"I should say the same to you" Hokage told him
Kakashi swallowed as he understood what Hokage tried to point out.
"With that aside, how are Iruka and Naruto doing?" Hokage asked with concern
"The only wound that was serious enough was his shoulder, either than that he has minor cuts and bruises everywhere. As for Naruto, physically he seems fine, but mentally ........." Kakashi started
"It's understandable. The poor boy found the person he cared most about almost dead. Although it still worries me that Kyubi hasn't done anything when he had the chance, along with this new demon and the Ryuza clan wanting the Kyubi itself. I have a feeling things are about to get worse........." Hokage let out as he took a slow and deep breath
Kakashi nodded, when a Chuunin came in to interrupt their conversation.
"Hokage-sama! Iruka-sensei has finally regain consciousness and demands to speak with Kakashi-sensei and yourself." The Chuunin alerted both men
Kakashi and Hokage looked at each other and then set out to go meet Iruka at the hospital.
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*Inside the Hospital Corridors*
Sasuke leaned against the wall, hands in his pockets, as Sakura simply stared at Sasuke but avoided any eye contact with him.
"Ne Sasuke-kun?" Sakura started
"What?" Sasuke replied
"Is Naruto really ok?" Sakura asked
Sasuke wasn't expecting this question to be asked to him, as he removed his hands from his pockets and walked towards the pink haired girl.
"He'll be fine Sakura. After all, nothing ever keeps him down for long." Sasuke tried to reassure the poor girl
Sakura managed to smile a little, when her eyes focused pass Sasuke.
"Why is Hokage-sama and Kakashi-sensei going there?" Sakura asked as she pointed behind Sasuke
Sasuke turned around to follow the direction of her fingers as he spotted at the last minute their sensei.
"You mean you don't know?" Sasuke let out
"Don't know what?" Sakura asked with a worried look
"Iruka-sensei was attacked by something last night, and Naruto was the one that found him, almost dead. But he'll recover. Should be out by the end of the week." Sasuke informed the girl
"Why is this happening? First me being kidnapped, then the nurse and doctor, and now Iruka-sensei? Why do they want from Naruto?" Sakura mumbled
"Good question" Sasuke told himself as he focused on Iruka's room
Sasuke turned to face Sakura as the nurse comes out of Naruto's room.
"He's in perfect health. He can go home when he wants to." The nurse informed the two genins as she left to continue her shift
"Sakura, can you stay with Naruto for a few minutes? I'll be back in a few minutes" Sasuke asked
"H .........Hai........." Sakura manage to let out as she entered the room
Sakura closes the door behind her, as Sasuke silently makes his way to Iruka's room.
The door to Iruka's room was slightly opened, as Sasuke leaned against the wall and concentrated to hear the conversation inside the room.
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*Inside Iruka's Room*
Iruka sat up in his bed, as his hand covered his wounded shoulder.
Hokage and Kakashi approached him slowly, as they waited for him to start talking.
"I'm glad that you feel better Iruka-sensei" Hokage pointed out
"Same here. Naruto simply can't wait to see you." Kakashi spoke
"Naruto huh? That's why I wanted to talk to you as soon as possible." Iruka said
"Does this have anything to do with your attacker?" Hokage asked
"The attack wasn't meant directly for me........." Iruka started
"So it's main purpose was Naruto again........." Hokage let out as he took a deep breath
"Hai......... It wants Naruto badly. But not just Naruto, but also his other self........." Iruka explained
"Other self??" Sasuke thought in the hall
"This is getting from bad to worse......... I'll leave an Anbu team to watch over ........." Hokage started as Kakashi stepped forward
"I'll take care of Iruka-sensei. As for Naruto, we can't let him alone in his apartment ........." Kakashi told Hokage
"Kakashi! If someone is after Naruto, wouldn't it be best that myself and Naruto stay together?" Iruka asked
"Naruto's unstable, and you're injured, if that thing strikes again, we'll loose you both." Kakashi stated
"Demo ........." Iruka started to say
"Don't argue Iruka-sensei. Kakashi has a point. We don't know what the enemy looks like and neither do we know their position. So, Naruto and you, Iruka will stay at Kakashi's house until we know more." Hokage ordered
Iruka and Kakashi didn't argue, although Kakashi would of preferred to only have Iruka stay with him.
"What will you do about Sakura and Sasuke?" Iruka asked
"They'll both have an Anbu team with them at all time." Hokage replied
"I doubt our Sasuke will appreciate having them around." Kakashi stated with a hidden smile
"I'll order him if I have to. This situation calls that everyone stays on guard at all time. We can't let them have their hands on Naruto, or this Village will be destroyed ........." Hokage stated
"We ......... We understand Hokage-sama." Both Kakashi and Iruka answered
"Very well. I have to return to my duties, so I'd advice you to have a talk with your team Kakashi-sensei, especially Uchiha Sasuke." Hokate stated as he eyes stared at the door and went back to Kakashi
Kakashi nodded as he understood what he meant.
"Chikushou ......... They couldn't of possibly detected me ........." Sasuke thought
Immediately, Sasuke carefully left the hall to return to Naruto's room, as the Hokage exited Iruka's room.
"Be gentle with them Kakashi" Iruka requested
"I'm always gentle" Kakashi let out before he left the room
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*Deep In The Forest*
The demon leaned against a tree with an evil smile on his lips, when the two ninjas appeared behind him.
"You're taking too many risks by going back in that Village and playing around." The first ninja told the demon
"What I do in my free time is none of your business" The demon pointed out as his smile faded away
The second ninja grabbed the demon by the neck and pulled him closer.
"You listen you little piece of shit! If it weren't for us, you would be six feet underground right now! Now do what you're told or else" The second ninja warned him
"Let go of me" The demon demanded with a serious tone
"Iie. I'm tired of you running around and jeopardizing our true goal. Your only use for us is to lure the Kyubi out. So listen to our orders or we'll simply kill you. After all, the body you're in is human and can die." The ninja threatened the demon
"Pethatic humans" The demon let out
In a quick move, the demon tightly gripped the ninja's arm to then rip it apart with his claws.
The ninja screamed out of pain, as the first ninja ran towards his comrade to come to his help.
The demon cracked the bones in his fingers and with one movement, his hand pierced through the ninja's chest, killing him instantly.
The other ninja watched in fear, as the body fell hard against the ground and the demon now looked at him with predator's eyes.
"Stay .........Stay away!" The ninja yelled out
The demon leaped off the ground to tackle hard the ninja to the ground. The ninja landed on his back, as the demon sat on his stomach and looked straight into his eyes.
"Tell your leader that I'll keep the end of my bargain, but what I do on my free time is my own damn business. So unless he wants a few more corpses to add, he should leave me alone." The demon ordered him as he got off the ninja
The demon vanished, as the ninja stayed on the ground, still in shock over what had just occurred.
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*Naruto's Hospital Room*
Naruto was already out of bed and dressed up with the closes he had, as Sakura and Sasuke stayed silent.
"Oh I see you are doing better Naruto" Kakashi spoke as he entered the room
"Hai! The nice nurse says I can finally go home!" Naruto replied
"Ah, about that, you and Iruka-sensei will be staying with me until you both get better." Kakashi told him
"NANI!?" Naruto yelled out
"With that said, Iruka's awake if you want to ........." Kakashi started
As soon as he said Iruka, Naruto ran out of his room and into the one of Iruka's, as Kakashi sighted.
"Guess he'll never change" Sakura let out before she followed Naruto
Sasuke prepared to join in as well when Kakashi stood in his way.
"We need to talk" Kakashi told the boy
"Guess I'm still not that good to go undetected" Sasuke let out
"You still need practice" Kakashi whispered
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*Iruka's room*
Naruto rushed in the room, as he prepared himself to give a big hug to his former sensei, as Sakura stood in the doorframe.
"Sit down Naruto!" Iruka yelled out so the boy wouldn't jump on him
Naruto stopped in his tracks as he looked with wide eyes to his former sensei.
"Come sit properly on the edge, you can jump on me once my wound is healed." Iruka stated
"I'm glad you're doing fine Iruka-sensei" Sakura managed to say
"Tell you what Naruto, when I get out of here the first thing I'll do is buy you as many ramen bowls you want" Iruka mentioned
"Sugoi, does that mean I can eat as much as I want!?" Naruto asked
"Hai hai." Iruka replied with a smile
Naruto gave a fox grin, as Iruka patted his head. Sakura couldn't help but giggle a bit due to their behaviour.
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*Training Grounds*
The demon leaped tree to tree whne his nose caught up a smell, a very pleasant smell. The demon licked his lips when he came to a stop on top of a tree and looked down to the ground.
There stood a young genin, who seemed to be practicing some sort of jutsu or taijutsu against a tree.
"Interesting ........." As he observed the female carefully
The female ninja had short dark hair and silver eyes. Her name was Hyuga Hinata.
She was too concentrated on her training that she hadn't notice the presence of the demon that kept observing her closely, as a predator stalks it's prey.
"If my information is correct, she's the weak link in the Hyuga household ......... She could entertain me for a few hours ........." The demon thought as his started to smile
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*Iruka's Hospital Room*
Naruto stayed by Iruka's side, as Sakura sat in a nearby chair, next to her former sensei.
They talked for half an hour of several things to take their minds off the recent events that were happening in Konoha.
"Prepare yourself boy" The voice of Kyubi said within Naruto's head
"What do you mean?" Naruto asked loudly
Iruka and Sakura stared at the blond for a moment as they wondered why he asked such a question.
"Naruto? What are you talking about?" Sakura asked
"The demon is near. And he has already found a new toy to play with ........." Kyubi told his host
"New toy? What the hell is that suppose to mean!?" Naruto yelled out
Iruka placed a hand on Naruto's shoulder in hopes to calm him down.
"Naruto, who are you talking to?" Iruka asked with concern
Naruto looked up to his former sensei unsure what he should actually tell him.
Naruto ignored Iruka's words to him, as he started to walk towards the window and took a look outside.
"You feel it boy? His presence ......... And soon you'll know who his prey is ........." Kyubi told the blond
Naruto lifted his hand as he pointed towards the training ground as he mumbled something.
"He's there ......... The demon Takai is there ........." Naruto mumbled with a shakened voice
"Takai!? That's impossible ........." Iruka let out in shock
Sakura walked beside Naruto unsure what she should do sicne to her, Naruto seemed mentally ill or something.
"He has returned ......... To finish me off ........." Naruto whispered as his eyes slowly changed color
Sakura leaned her head forward to look inside those of Naruto to notice, they were changing from clear blue, to crimson red, but last of all, pure darkness as the boy fell unconscious.
Naruto's body started to fall on the ground, as Iruka jumped out of bed, while he ignored his own wound to catch the blond, while Sakura did the same.
"NARUTO!" Sakura yelled out loud enough for the entire hospital to hear
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*Hospital Room*
Kakashi had explained a bit more why Hokage had made such a decision, as he avoided the question Sasuke wanted to ask him most, about Naruto's other self.
"I won't like having Anbu around me" Sasuke said
"I know, but this is for the best. This demon seems to attack those closer to Naruto. You could be the next on it's list for all we know." Kakashi commented
"Unlike Sakura and Iruka, I'm not weak and know how to defend myself." Sasuke mentioned
"I'm aware of that just as much as Hokage-sama, but we are only making sure, besides I doubt you'll leave Naruto alone for a while anyway" Kakashi let out
"What's that suppose to mean!?" Sasuke asked as he raised his voice a little
"I'm your teacher, so I know what goes on most of the time. So I suppose I should prepare an extra bed for you as well." Kakashi stated with a smile
Sasuke was a bit shocked by his sensei's words, but regained control over himself, as he shoved his hands back in his pockets and prepared to leave the room.
"Fine, but I'm only doing this because Naruto would freak out staying at your house with one pervert and one wounded man unable to protect him." Sasuke commented as he walked out of the room
"Always trying to be neutral ........." Kakashi thought when they heard a scream
"NARUTO!" The female voice yelled out
Sasuke stopped in his tracks, as Kakashi focused on the voice itself. Both looked at each other with worry.
"That's Sakura........." Sasuke let out
Kakashi and Sasuke rushed to Iruka's room.
TBC
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Finally written! I kept erasing and rewriting the chapter because I felt it sucked each time I wrote it again! Hopefully this is the better version or else I'm going to shoot myself lol.
Well with this posted, I'm off trying to write chapter 5 of A New Path. Been such a busy week, between full time job and school and now a boyfriend, I wonder how I manage to write and update. But be not afraid even if it takes me month I will NEVER abandon any of my stories!!!
On with the reiviews
Lady Geuna : Sorry for the wait. I'm trying my best to update all stories lol. Well I hope you enjoyed the chapter. As for why the ninja didn't want Irukato die, well they needed to get the message to Naruto and everyone knows dead people can't talk.
Silverknight7 : I updated like you asked so sorry for the wait
GWFascination : I'm working on the paring without screwing anything up lol. Glad you enjoyed the chapter, things are going to get interesting and hopefully I'll be able to write the next chapter soon.
Rubymoon17 : I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter, I appreaciate every review you give me for all stories
WatermelonGal : Well many people didn't want me to kill Iruka so I had to change that small part and made him live. Comments people make sometimes helps me to make maybe the story better. And thanks for understanding. I'll give you a heads up, next chapter, Takai, the demon, along with Kyubi's past, will be revealed. Hope you'll like it
Kuroi hikari : I'm giving hints into why the demon wants Naruto, but next chapter it's past is revealed so I hope people will like it
ghostninja85 : I'm glad you like this Kyubi, often read fanfics where Kyubi was simply totally OCC or simply evil, I wanted the between and hope I succeeded.
Next Chapter : Takai, The Demon
Will the demon make another victim? Or will he be stopped? While Naruto's in the darkness, Kyubi reveals the whole truth about the demon Takai. And now, Takai has an eye out on a certain boy very close to Naruto .........
Thank you for all reviewing and keep it up
Any comments and ideas are always welcome of course!!!
READ AND REVIEW PLEASE!!!!
Until Next Time
Ookima
Synopsis : Iruka wakes up, as he reveals the words the demon told him to Hokage and Kakashi. At Naruto's Apartment, Sakura takes care for the boy until Sasuke and Kakashi's return as Naruto has another black out. Could there be another victim?
Pairings : Sasuke x Naruto a little of Iruka x Kakashi
Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto but I wish I did
Contains yaoi boy loves boy
Extra Information
*Dobe = Dead Last*
*Koi = Love*
*Gomen = I'm sorry*
*Onegai = Please*
*Chikushou = Damn*
*Arigatou = Thank you*
*Demo = But ... ... ...*
*Naze = Why*
*Iie = No*
Notes concerning the reviews will be at the bottom of this page.
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Throughout the darkness, Sasuke gave away a smile as he made his way towards the blond without making a sound.
Sasuke carefully slips under the sheets where Naruto laid, as the blond turns to his other side to face the thing crawling inside his bed.
"Sa.........Sasuke?" Naruto mumbled, as he was shocked
"I'll stay with you......... Tonight" Sasuke whispered as he leaned forward and kissed Naruto
Sasuke wraps his arm around the blond to draw him closer to his own body, as Naruto pushed forward to make Sasuke lay on his back.
Naruto was partly on top of Sasuke, as they continued to kiss with passion.
Naruto managed to slip one of his legs between those of the Uchiha as they drew each other closer.
Sasuke moved his hand under the boy's shirt to gently caress his back, as he heard the blond give out a low moan.
Sasuke smiled, as he started to kiss the boy's neck.
Naruto moved up, wanting to get closer to Sasuke as his knee rubbed something.
Sasuke immediately stopped kissing, as he stared at Naruto with a shocked expression.
"Gomen ......... I didn't mean to hurt ........." Naruto mumbled with a worried tone
Sasuke simply placed his fingers on Naruto's lips to stop him from talking.
"You didn't Naruto. Demo ........."Sasuke started to say
Naruto simply smiled, as Sasuke's eyes showed he didn't know what Naruto would try.
Naruto parted his lips, as he let his tongue out to slowly lick Sasuke's fingers.
"Na.........Naruto" Sasuke let out while his eyes widened
After a few minutes, Naruto placed his tongue back inside his mouth as he grinned.
Sasuke smiled back as he pulled Naruto's head to his with his free hand.
Both boys breathed heavily, as Naruto rested his head against Sasuke's chest.
"I should stay the night more often........." Sasuke whispered as his fingers went through the blond's hair
"I agree" Naruto softly said as his hands held on to Sasuke's shirt
After a while, Naruto finally fell asleep on Sasuke, as the dark haired boy couldn't help but smile to the blond he held in his arms.
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*Outside The Hospital*
In the darkness of the trees, red eyes glowed as the demon watched closely the two lovers embraced each other and fell asleep.
The demon leaned closer as a smiled covered his lips.
"Soon Kyubi, very soon we'll meet again......... And I'll have my revenge at last........." The demon let out before he vanished within the night
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*The Next Morning*
Sasuke had held the blond tightly against his own body during the entire night, since he never wanted to let go.
He slowly opened his eyes to see that Naruto was still in deep sleep, as the blond's hands were tightly gripped at Sasuke's shirt.
"Guess we both didn't want the other to leave during the night........." Sasuke thought as a smile showed on his lips
Sasuke moves the blond closer to him, as his lips kissed gently Naruto's forehead.
"I want more........." Naruto mumbled out
"Baka" Sasuke let out
Naruto opened his eyes, as he was greeted by Sasuke's lips on his own.
The boy let out a weak moan, as Sasuke pulled Naruto even closer to him, so that their kiss would intensify.
After a few minutes, their lips parted to grasp for some air, as they simple stared at each other with a slight smile on their lips.
Knock Knock
Both boys eyes redirected towards the door, as the doorknob started to turn and the door opened.
Quickly, Naruto slipped off the boy under him, as Sasuke jumped out of the bed.
Sasuke quickly placed back the sheets over Naruto, when a pink haired girl walked in the room.
"Ohayo, Sasuke-kun, Naruto." Sakura said to them as she closed the door behind her
"Sakura-chan ......... Sakura-chan!!! Are you alright!?" Naruto asked with a high voice
"Sit down" Sasuke ordered the blond
"I'm ......... I'm fine Naruto .........Thanks to you, if you hadn't come and all........." Sakura started as she held back her tears
"It was nothing! What kind of a ninja would I be if I let my teammate get kidnapped and killed!? Anyway, just don't get kidnapped again because it's a big pain staying in a hospital." Naruto stated as he gave out a fox grin
Sakura looked up and couldn't help but smile back at the blond, as her unshed tears disappeared.
Knock Knock
All three heads turned to gaze at the door, as the nice nurse comes in and smiles at the group.
"I see you are feeling quite better Naruto-kun." The nurse pointed out as she walked towards the boy
"Hai, can I go now?" Naruto asked with puppy dog eyes
"As soon as I check that wound of yours. I'll ask that you two leave and wait outside until I'm done with your friend here." The nurse demanded
Sakura and Sasuke nodded, as Naruto started to take his shirt off already.
"Baka, you could wait until I'm gone before getting naked!" Sakura yelled out as she stormed out of the room
Naruto gave out a smile, as Sasuke rolled his eyes before turning away and leave the room as well.
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*Hokage's House*
Kakashi stood silently behind the few groups of Anbu that stood before Hokage.
Each team leader reported back what they had found, as Hokage sent them out again to continue to search.
As the room emptied, Kakashi stepped forward, as Hokage felt slightly tired from not sleeping at all during the night.
"You should perhaps rest Hokage-sama" Kakashi suggested
"I should say the same to you" Hokage told him
Kakashi swallowed as he understood what Hokage tried to point out.
"With that aside, how are Iruka and Naruto doing?" Hokage asked with concern
"The only wound that was serious enough was his shoulder, either than that he has minor cuts and bruises everywhere. As for Naruto, physically he seems fine, but mentally ........." Kakashi started
"It's understandable. The poor boy found the person he cared most about almost dead. Although it still worries me that Kyubi hasn't done anything when he had the chance, along with this new demon and the Ryuza clan wanting the Kyubi itself. I have a feeling things are about to get worse........." Hokage let out as he took a slow and deep breath
Kakashi nodded, when a Chuunin came in to interrupt their conversation.
"Hokage-sama! Iruka-sensei has finally regain consciousness and demands to speak with Kakashi-sensei and yourself." The Chuunin alerted both men
Kakashi and Hokage looked at each other and then set out to go meet Iruka at the hospital.
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*Inside the Hospital Corridors*
Sasuke leaned against the wall, hands in his pockets, as Sakura simply stared at Sasuke but avoided any eye contact with him.
"Ne Sasuke-kun?" Sakura started
"What?" Sasuke replied
"Is Naruto really ok?" Sakura asked
Sasuke wasn't expecting this question to be asked to him, as he removed his hands from his pockets and walked towards the pink haired girl.
"He'll be fine Sakura. After all, nothing ever keeps him down for long." Sasuke tried to reassure the poor girl
Sakura managed to smile a little, when her eyes focused pass Sasuke.
"Why is Hokage-sama and Kakashi-sensei going there?" Sakura asked as she pointed behind Sasuke
Sasuke turned around to follow the direction of her fingers as he spotted at the last minute their sensei.
"You mean you don't know?" Sasuke let out
"Don't know what?" Sakura asked with a worried look
"Iruka-sensei was attacked by something last night, and Naruto was the one that found him, almost dead. But he'll recover. Should be out by the end of the week." Sasuke informed the girl
"Why is this happening? First me being kidnapped, then the nurse and doctor, and now Iruka-sensei? Why do they want from Naruto?" Sakura mumbled
"Good question" Sasuke told himself as he focused on Iruka's room
Sasuke turned to face Sakura as the nurse comes out of Naruto's room.
"He's in perfect health. He can go home when he wants to." The nurse informed the two genins as she left to continue her shift
"Sakura, can you stay with Naruto for a few minutes? I'll be back in a few minutes" Sasuke asked
"H .........Hai........." Sakura manage to let out as she entered the room
Sakura closes the door behind her, as Sasuke silently makes his way to Iruka's room.
The door to Iruka's room was slightly opened, as Sasuke leaned against the wall and concentrated to hear the conversation inside the room.
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*Inside Iruka's Room*
Iruka sat up in his bed, as his hand covered his wounded shoulder.
Hokage and Kakashi approached him slowly, as they waited for him to start talking.
"I'm glad that you feel better Iruka-sensei" Hokage pointed out
"Same here. Naruto simply can't wait to see you." Kakashi spoke
"Naruto huh? That's why I wanted to talk to you as soon as possible." Iruka said
"Does this have anything to do with your attacker?" Hokage asked
"The attack wasn't meant directly for me........." Iruka started
"So it's main purpose was Naruto again........." Hokage let out as he took a deep breath
"Hai......... It wants Naruto badly. But not just Naruto, but also his other self........." Iruka explained
"Other self??" Sasuke thought in the hall
"This is getting from bad to worse......... I'll leave an Anbu team to watch over ........." Hokage started as Kakashi stepped forward
"I'll take care of Iruka-sensei. As for Naruto, we can't let him alone in his apartment ........." Kakashi told Hokage
"Kakashi! If someone is after Naruto, wouldn't it be best that myself and Naruto stay together?" Iruka asked
"Naruto's unstable, and you're injured, if that thing strikes again, we'll loose you both." Kakashi stated
"Demo ........." Iruka started to say
"Don't argue Iruka-sensei. Kakashi has a point. We don't know what the enemy looks like and neither do we know their position. So, Naruto and you, Iruka will stay at Kakashi's house until we know more." Hokage ordered
Iruka and Kakashi didn't argue, although Kakashi would of preferred to only have Iruka stay with him.
"What will you do about Sakura and Sasuke?" Iruka asked
"They'll both have an Anbu team with them at all time." Hokage replied
"I doubt our Sasuke will appreciate having them around." Kakashi stated with a hidden smile
"I'll order him if I have to. This situation calls that everyone stays on guard at all time. We can't let them have their hands on Naruto, or this Village will be destroyed ........." Hokage stated
"We ......... We understand Hokage-sama." Both Kakashi and Iruka answered
"Very well. I have to return to my duties, so I'd advice you to have a talk with your team Kakashi-sensei, especially Uchiha Sasuke." Hokate stated as he eyes stared at the door and went back to Kakashi
Kakashi nodded as he understood what he meant.
"Chikushou ......... They couldn't of possibly detected me ........." Sasuke thought
Immediately, Sasuke carefully left the hall to return to Naruto's room, as the Hokage exited Iruka's room.
"Be gentle with them Kakashi" Iruka requested
"I'm always gentle" Kakashi let out before he left the room
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*Deep In The Forest*
The demon leaned against a tree with an evil smile on his lips, when the two ninjas appeared behind him.
"You're taking too many risks by going back in that Village and playing around." The first ninja told the demon
"What I do in my free time is none of your business" The demon pointed out as his smile faded away
The second ninja grabbed the demon by the neck and pulled him closer.
"You listen you little piece of shit! If it weren't for us, you would be six feet underground right now! Now do what you're told or else" The second ninja warned him
"Let go of me" The demon demanded with a serious tone
"Iie. I'm tired of you running around and jeopardizing our true goal. Your only use for us is to lure the Kyubi out. So listen to our orders or we'll simply kill you. After all, the body you're in is human and can die." The ninja threatened the demon
"Pethatic humans" The demon let out
In a quick move, the demon tightly gripped the ninja's arm to then rip it apart with his claws.
The ninja screamed out of pain, as the first ninja ran towards his comrade to come to his help.
The demon cracked the bones in his fingers and with one movement, his hand pierced through the ninja's chest, killing him instantly.
The other ninja watched in fear, as the body fell hard against the ground and the demon now looked at him with predator's eyes.
"Stay .........Stay away!" The ninja yelled out
The demon leaped off the ground to tackle hard the ninja to the ground. The ninja landed on his back, as the demon sat on his stomach and looked straight into his eyes.
"Tell your leader that I'll keep the end of my bargain, but what I do on my free time is my own damn business. So unless he wants a few more corpses to add, he should leave me alone." The demon ordered him as he got off the ninja
The demon vanished, as the ninja stayed on the ground, still in shock over what had just occurred.
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*Naruto's Hospital Room*
Naruto was already out of bed and dressed up with the closes he had, as Sakura and Sasuke stayed silent.
"Oh I see you are doing better Naruto" Kakashi spoke as he entered the room
"Hai! The nice nurse says I can finally go home!" Naruto replied
"Ah, about that, you and Iruka-sensei will be staying with me until you both get better." Kakashi told him
"NANI!?" Naruto yelled out
"With that said, Iruka's awake if you want to ........." Kakashi started
As soon as he said Iruka, Naruto ran out of his room and into the one of Iruka's, as Kakashi sighted.
"Guess he'll never change" Sakura let out before she followed Naruto
Sasuke prepared to join in as well when Kakashi stood in his way.
"We need to talk" Kakashi told the boy
"Guess I'm still not that good to go undetected" Sasuke let out
"You still need practice" Kakashi whispered
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*Iruka's room*
Naruto rushed in the room, as he prepared himself to give a big hug to his former sensei, as Sakura stood in the doorframe.
"Sit down Naruto!" Iruka yelled out so the boy wouldn't jump on him
Naruto stopped in his tracks as he looked with wide eyes to his former sensei.
"Come sit properly on the edge, you can jump on me once my wound is healed." Iruka stated
"I'm glad you're doing fine Iruka-sensei" Sakura managed to say
"Tell you what Naruto, when I get out of here the first thing I'll do is buy you as many ramen bowls you want" Iruka mentioned
"Sugoi, does that mean I can eat as much as I want!?" Naruto asked
"Hai hai." Iruka replied with a smile
Naruto gave a fox grin, as Iruka patted his head. Sakura couldn't help but giggle a bit due to their behaviour.
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*Training Grounds*
The demon leaped tree to tree whne his nose caught up a smell, a very pleasant smell. The demon licked his lips when he came to a stop on top of a tree and looked down to the ground.
There stood a young genin, who seemed to be practicing some sort of jutsu or taijutsu against a tree.
"Interesting ........." As he observed the female carefully
The female ninja had short dark hair and silver eyes. Her name was Hyuga Hinata.
She was too concentrated on her training that she hadn't notice the presence of the demon that kept observing her closely, as a predator stalks it's prey.
"If my information is correct, she's the weak link in the Hyuga household ......... She could entertain me for a few hours ........." The demon thought as his started to smile
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*Iruka's Hospital Room*
Naruto stayed by Iruka's side, as Sakura sat in a nearby chair, next to her former sensei.
They talked for half an hour of several things to take their minds off the recent events that were happening in Konoha.
"Prepare yourself boy" The voice of Kyubi said within Naruto's head
"What do you mean?" Naruto asked loudly
Iruka and Sakura stared at the blond for a moment as they wondered why he asked such a question.
"Naruto? What are you talking about?" Sakura asked
"The demon is near. And he has already found a new toy to play with ........." Kyubi told his host
"New toy? What the hell is that suppose to mean!?" Naruto yelled out
Iruka placed a hand on Naruto's shoulder in hopes to calm him down.
"Naruto, who are you talking to?" Iruka asked with concern
Naruto looked up to his former sensei unsure what he should actually tell him.
Naruto ignored Iruka's words to him, as he started to walk towards the window and took a look outside.
"You feel it boy? His presence ......... And soon you'll know who his prey is ........." Kyubi told the blond
Naruto lifted his hand as he pointed towards the training ground as he mumbled something.
"He's there ......... The demon Takai is there ........." Naruto mumbled with a shakened voice
"Takai!? That's impossible ........." Iruka let out in shock
Sakura walked beside Naruto unsure what she should do sicne to her, Naruto seemed mentally ill or something.
"He has returned ......... To finish me off ........." Naruto whispered as his eyes slowly changed color
Sakura leaned her head forward to look inside those of Naruto to notice, they were changing from clear blue, to crimson red, but last of all, pure darkness as the boy fell unconscious.
Naruto's body started to fall on the ground, as Iruka jumped out of bed, while he ignored his own wound to catch the blond, while Sakura did the same.
"NARUTO!" Sakura yelled out loud enough for the entire hospital to hear
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*Hospital Room*
Kakashi had explained a bit more why Hokage had made such a decision, as he avoided the question Sasuke wanted to ask him most, about Naruto's other self.
"I won't like having Anbu around me" Sasuke said
"I know, but this is for the best. This demon seems to attack those closer to Naruto. You could be the next on it's list for all we know." Kakashi commented
"Unlike Sakura and Iruka, I'm not weak and know how to defend myself." Sasuke mentioned
"I'm aware of that just as much as Hokage-sama, but we are only making sure, besides I doubt you'll leave Naruto alone for a while anyway" Kakashi let out
"What's that suppose to mean!?" Sasuke asked as he raised his voice a little
"I'm your teacher, so I know what goes on most of the time. So I suppose I should prepare an extra bed for you as well." Kakashi stated with a smile
Sasuke was a bit shocked by his sensei's words, but regained control over himself, as he shoved his hands back in his pockets and prepared to leave the room.
"Fine, but I'm only doing this because Naruto would freak out staying at your house with one pervert and one wounded man unable to protect him." Sasuke commented as he walked out of the room
"Always trying to be neutral ........." Kakashi thought when they heard a scream
"NARUTO!" The female voice yelled out
Sasuke stopped in his tracks, as Kakashi focused on the voice itself. Both looked at each other with worry.
"That's Sakura........." Sasuke let out
Kakashi and Sasuke rushed to Iruka's room.
TBC
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Finally written! I kept erasing and rewriting the chapter because I felt it sucked each time I wrote it again! Hopefully this is the better version or else I'm going to shoot myself lol.
Well with this posted, I'm off trying to write chapter 5 of A New Path. Been such a busy week, between full time job and school and now a boyfriend, I wonder how I manage to write and update. But be not afraid even if it takes me month I will NEVER abandon any of my stories!!!
On with the reiviews
Lady Geuna : Sorry for the wait. I'm trying my best to update all stories lol. Well I hope you enjoyed the chapter. As for why the ninja didn't want Irukato die, well they needed to get the message to Naruto and everyone knows dead people can't talk.
Silverknight7 : I updated like you asked so sorry for the wait
GWFascination : I'm working on the paring without screwing anything up lol. Glad you enjoyed the chapter, things are going to get interesting and hopefully I'll be able to write the next chapter soon.
Rubymoon17 : I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter, I appreaciate every review you give me for all stories
WatermelonGal : Well many people didn't want me to kill Iruka so I had to change that small part and made him live. Comments people make sometimes helps me to make maybe the story better. And thanks for understanding. I'll give you a heads up, next chapter, Takai, the demon, along with Kyubi's past, will be revealed. Hope you'll like it
Kuroi hikari : I'm giving hints into why the demon wants Naruto, but next chapter it's past is revealed so I hope people will like it
ghostninja85 : I'm glad you like this Kyubi, often read fanfics where Kyubi was simply totally OCC or simply evil, I wanted the between and hope I succeeded.
Next Chapter : Takai, The Demon
Will the demon make another victim? Or will he be stopped? While Naruto's in the darkness, Kyubi reveals the whole truth about the demon Takai. And now, Takai has an eye out on a certain boy very close to Naruto .........
Thank you for all reviewing and keep it up
Any comments and ideas are always welcome of course!!!
READ AND REVIEW PLEASE!!!!
Until Next Time
Ookima