A New Path
Chapter 4 : A Unique Situation
Synopsis : Naruto wakes up in Gaara's bedroom and now wonders what will happen. Konoha continue to search for the missing blond, as Neji has a talk with Sasuke.
Pairings : Main pairing will be Gaara x Naruto. A little bit of Sasuke x Naruto, along with maybe Kakashi x Iruka
Disclaimer : I don't own Naruto but wish I did
Important note : Contains shonen-ai, in other words boy loves boy, don't like then don't read
Extra Information :
- This takes place after the Chuunin exam, although, Sasuke never went to join Orochimaru.
- Also, the fight between Sasuke and Naruto on the Hospital roof did occur.
- Important to have read up to Volume 20 of the manga Naruto
- Byakugan - White Eyes : This jutsu is activated in the eyes, much like the Sharingan. Sharingan actually developed from Byakugan. This jutsu allows the user's vision to become 360 degrees. The user is able to see fully around them, and all their surroundings. Byakugan also has the ability to see objects, and view the inner coil system of a person's body, and in advanced cases, the Chakra Holes. Using this, the user can attack the inner organs of a person, and do high amounts of damage.
- Juin Jutsu - (Curse Seal): Hyuga. This Seal is unique to the Hyuga Clan. It was created by the Souke (Main) House. It is used on every member of the Bunke (Branch) House, when they are young. The seal, places an odd shape on the patients forehead. This symbol, is activated when a member of the Branch House dies. This trigger, causes the seal to begin eating away at the brain cells of the patient. By doing this, evidence of the Byakugan is destroyed. This evidence keeps the secrets of the Hyuga Clan in tact. A hand-seal, using chakra can also trigger this effect. It gives the main house control over the branch house. This seal is given to the Bunke house by force, and not by choice.
- baka = idiot -
- dobe = dead last -
- naruhodo = I see -
- Chikushou = damn / dammit -
- naze = why -
- hai = yes / yeah -
- Arigatou = Thank You -
- Temea = You -
- Itai = Ouch / Ow -
- Urousai = Shut up -
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*Deep In The Forest*
Kankuro and Temari stood close to the unconscious Naruto, as Gaara stood still, staring at the blond.
"What do we do with him?" Temari asked
"Well, he's from Leaf Village so we could simply kill him." Kankuro replied
"But he isn't wearing his forehead protector and no signs indicates he's from there." Temari pointed out
"Yo Gaara, what do you want to do with him?" Kankuro asked his little brother
"We'll take him back to the Sand Country with us." Gaara answered without hesitation
"Huh!?" Both Temari and Kankuro replied in shock
"Something's been bothering me ever since the chuunin exams. And he might have the answers I seek." Gaara answered as he started to walk away
Temari and Kankuro exchanged looks as they weren't quite sure what their little brother was talking about.
Temari, picked up the bag Naruto had earlier with him as Kankuro leaned down to grab Naruto carefully, as he swooped the blond's arm around his neck. With one hand, Kankuro grabbed Naruto around the waist as the other held the arm around his neck.
Temari and Kankuro then walk beside Gaara, as each of them have their own thoughts.
"Why doesn't Gaara kill him?" Kankuro thought
"I know this one almost beat Gaara but why would he want us to bring him back to our country?" Temari thought
Gaara walked calmly, as he noticed his older sister and brother were confused by his action but he didn't give much of a damn about it.
"You will give me the answers I seek. Uzumaki Naruto." Gaara thought as he closed his eyes momentarily
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*Inside Naruto*
Naruto slowly opened his eyes as he heard a too familiar voice speak to him.
He managed to stand up as he looked to his right. He walked towards the metal bars of the cage that held Kyubi down.
Their eyes met as Naruto shivered at the sight of the fox and where he was.
"Only a brat like you could possibly get captured by that other demon brat" Kyubi let out with a grin
"Urousai you stupid fox!" Naruto shouted
"Loudmouth brat" Kyubi growled as he approached the bars
"Look, this has been the worse day ever and I don't need you rubbing it in." Naruto commented as he sat on the ground
Naruto crossed his arms and legs as he pouted before the big cage and ignored the presence of the fox.
"Are you aware of where that other brat is taking you?" Kyubi asked
"How the hell should I know! Doesn't matter anyway, as long as it's far away from that damn Village." Naruto replied as he turned his back to the Kyubi
The fox stared at the boy, surprised by the answer he gave him, since he knew all too well the dreams that this one had since he was born.
"Well, I sense this demon brat is also interesting, so hopefully you won't do something dumb to piss him off and get yourself killed, since we are heading for the Sand Country" Kyubi informed the boy
"Any place is better than Konoha...And death is more than welcomed at this point..." Naruto said as he uncrossed his arms and legs
Kyubi couldn't help but stare at the blond once more, as this one simply let himself fall on the bloody floor.
Naruto laid there, as his eyes looked above him as they then closed and tears came out of them.
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*Konoha Village, Asuma's Team*
Asuma's team waited for the arrival of Haruno Sakura, when they heard the voice of two males that seemed to be arguing.
"Can't you stay quite for once?" Shino asked, his hands in his pockets
"What was that!?" Kiba yelled out as he pointed his fist to Shino
"Woof woof" Akamaru barked to help his master
Hinata and Kurenai weren't far behind, as they finally reached Asuma's team.
"This is going to be so troublesome..." Shikamaru stated as he took a deep breath
"Forehead girl sure is taking her time ... Probably trying to get Sasuke since Naruto's not in the way anymore ..." Ino thought
Chouji only continued to eat his snacks, as Asuma took some more puffs of his cigarette.
"Kiba, just stop arguing with Shino for 5 minutes." Kurenai demanded of her student
Kiba let out a growl, as Hinata stayed away from the group.
As Ino was about to speak, at last her rival for Sasuke's love had finally arrived.
"Gomen, Kakashi-sensei only explained the minimum about the mission and Naruto." Sakura stated as she found herself staring at Ino
"Isn't Sasuke-kun with you?" Ino asked
"Iie, but he should be here soon though." Sakura informed as she turned her back to her rival
The team now waited for Gai's team to show up to give out the orders on how they would proceed to search for the blond.
Shikamaru took a look behind Kurenai-sensei as he noticed the Hyuga female that seems very shy but shows quite a concern over the current mission that they are about to start.
"Gai's team better get here soon, the more time passes the less chances we have of finding Naruto..." Shikamaru thought
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*Konoha's Hot Springs*
Many beautiful young females bathed themselves in the hot springs, unaware that on the other side of the woodened fence, a white haired man in a somewhat partly red uniform.
The man, light on his feet, moved the bushes that prevented him form looking through the cracks that were available to peek at the young ladies.
"Such beautiful young girls. At least I can sneak up on them without Naruto going loud on me and ruining my peeking." The man said as he removed the last bush out of the way
The white haired man leaned forward to place his eye to take a peek when he heard a voice behind him.
"My my, Tsunade-sama and Naruto-kun were correct when they called you a perverted man. Jiraiya-sama" Kakashi said quite loudly
Jiraiya immediately turned around to meet the person who stood right behind him.
Kakashi stood, as he leaned against a tree, and in hand, his favorite book. Come Come Paradise.
Jiraiya gave sign to Kakashi to keep his voice down. His focused returned to peek as he tried to ignore the Jounin behind him.
"Too late" Kakashi let out with a smile
By the time Jiraiya looked, the Hot Springs were now empty!
He quickly turned towards Kakashi and got in his face.
"I thought for ONCE I could have my chance, since that blond brat always interferes." Jiraiya stated
"Tsunade-sama needs to see you right away" Kakashi explained as he didn't take his eyes off his book
"Will you put that book away already!? And why would SHE need to see me anyway?" Jiraiya asked as Kakashi closed his book and placed it in his pocket
"It concerns the Village and Naruto." Kakashi said with a serious tone
"What did that brat do this time?" Jiraiya asked that seemed annoyed
"He... He ran away..." Kakashi said
"NANI!?" Jiraiya yelled out as he was shocked
"We just know that he left the Village during the night without permission. And With Orochimaru who wants to kill him and Itachi who wants the Nine- Tails, This could go from bad to worse." Kakashi stated
"Chikushou! I should have been there to stop him. Weren't you suppose to watch over him while I was away?" Jiraiya asked with an angry tone
"The quarrels between Sasuke and Naruto continued but this time, it went a bit too far, but Naruto usually doesn't let those things get to him." Kakashi informed
"So it went from bad to worse between those two then?" Jiraiya asked
"Hai, but don't ask why because I truly don't know. Tsunade will inform you of the rest, so let's get going." Kakashi answered
Jiraiya nodded as both vanished from the scene.
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*Sand Village*
Naruto laid on a warm futon in a bright room as he managed to slowly opened his eyes.
He found himself staring at the ceiling, as he rubbed his eyes so that his vision would clear up.
"Where the hell am I?" Naruto asked himself as he sat up in the bed
Naruto's eyes searched the room carefully, until he looked to his right.
His eyes widened as blue eyes met a pale green set of eyes with no emotions in them.
"You have got to be kidding me..." Naruto mentally told himself as he was about to speak
Gaara sat on the floor, arms and legs crossed as his face showed no expression as usual.
"Don't your ribs hurt?" Gaara asked
"Eh?" Naruto managed to let out
"You had a few ribs broken. And you sat up as if nothing ever happened" Gaara specified
"Oh... Well ... You see... My chakra ends up healing myself automatically." Naruto replied as he patted the back of his head and smiled
"Like my sand protects me" Gaara stated
Naruto nodded as Gaara's eyes never left the blond's.
"Where am I?" Naruto asked with a trembling voice
"Sand Village, my house." Gaara answered
"Naruhodo ... And I guess I can't leave right?" Naruto asked but already knew the answer
"Iie, you can't. Headband" Gaara answered
"Headband? Man Gaara you definitely have to talk in phrases and not just words." Naruto commented
Gaara's intense look was somewhat a bit more frightening than it was a few moments ago.
Naruto swallowed as he started to feel a bit scared.
"Where is your headband from your Village?" Gaara asked
"I don't belong to that stupid Village anymore" Naruto replied with a neutral tone
Naruto's expression changed to neutral but seemed sad as this caught Gaara's attention, as his stare became somewhat ( less intent to kill ) as he blinked a few times.
Naruto took a deep breath as he only said one thing to Gaara.
"If you're going to kill me then just get it over with." Naruto let out as he looked straight into Gaara's eyes and showed that he was serious
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*Konoha Village, Gai's Team*
As Gai's team continued their way to meet the other two teams, they finally came across Uchiha Sasuke.
Gai's team came to a stop as Gai greeted the boy in his own special way.
"The stunning Uchiha Sasuke arrives!" Gai almost shouted out
Neji and Tenten simply slapped their forehead as Sasuke twitched a little from hearing what Gai had just said.
After the introductions are made, the team continues to walk, as Neji and Sasuke stare at each other.
"Gai-sensei, do you have any more information that will help us locate and bring Naruto-san back?" Neji asked
"Unfortunately no. Hopefully we'll know more once we join up with the others." Gai replied
Sasuke turned his head to look even closer to the Hyuga and seemed surprised by Neji's concern and interest in the blond.
"Why do you even care about that dobe?" Sasuke let out by curiosity
"Because that boy, he set me free" Neji replied
The moment Sasuke heard the answer, he stopped walking, as the other three looked back to him.
Neji observes the Uchiha as he turns towards his sensei.
"Gai-sensei. Me and Uchiha will catch up, please continue on without us" Neji requested
"Gai noticed that Neji wanted to have a private talk with the boy as he gave a sign to Tenten to follow him.
They both vanished form sight within a few minutes, as Neji turned to face Sasuke.
Neji walked towards a tree, as he leaned against it, resting his back against the trunk and closed his eyes.
Sasuke observed the boy carefully as he was curious to what Neji had to say to him.
"My answer seemed to have troubled you Uchiha Sasuke" Neji stated
"Hai, how could he of all people set you free and how is that even possible anyway? You are already free" Sasuke replied as his eyes showed he was confused
"I will show you why I use to be a prisoner of the Hyuga Clan." Neji informed the boy as he started to take his forehead protector off
As he removed the forehead protector band, the curse of the Hyuga branch family appeared as Sasuke's eyes showed he was a bit surprised by this.
"What is that?" Sasuke asked as his eyes pointed the mark on Neji's forehead
"This is the curse from which the main family inflict upon us, the branch family. It's called Juin Jutsu. It is used on every member of the Branch House, when we are young. This symbol, is activated when a member of the Branch House dies in order to seal the Byakugan ability so that our enemies never can discover it's secrets. As well, the main family can activate it by doing a hand-seal, by chakra to trigger this effect. It gives the main house complete control over the branch house. This seal is given to the us, branch family house by force, and not by choice. In other words, the moment where we first take our breaths, our destiny is decided and there's nothing we can do to change it." Neji explained as he put back on his forehead protector band
"How does Naruto fit in all this?" Sasuke asked
"Before I fought him in the Chuunin Exams, my anger towards the main family clouded my judgment. After all, I had blamed them for the death of my father, who sacrificed his life in order to protect his brother, the leader of the main family. To me destiny could never be changed and I foresaw the future with my Byakugan. When I fought against Naruto-san, I called him a dropout and he never gave up. In the end, he's the one that made me realize that I can choose my own destiny despite this curse I bear. Just like my father told me. So you see, I was like a bird trapped in a cage, and Uzumaki Naruto opened the door to let me be free." Neji finished as he opened his eyes and it showed both joy and sadness
"Can't believe that dobe could possibly do that" Sasuke let out
"That dobe, as you call him, highly respected you, even though he never showed it." Neji stated as he looked straight into the boys eyes
"Why tell me all this anyway?" Sasuke asked
"Simple, you're on the same team as him. Even though everyone calls him stupid, that boy knows the real meaning of pain and suffering. Yet he continues to smile all the time. What I'm trying to say Uchiha Sasuke, is that Naruto can touch the hearts of those that seem to have no hopes, no feelings, no emotions, like me and you." Neji stated with a soft voice as he turned his back to Sasuke and started to walk away
Sasuke stood there, silent, as Neji walked away to join up with the others.
Sasuke clenched his fists as he lowered his head towards the ground and closed his eyes for a short moment.
"Perhaps, I knew this all along, but unlike you Neji, I wanted to avoid it... And so I didn't listen to what he told me... I ignored it..." Sasuke thought as he let out a deep breath
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*Sand Village, Gaara's Bedroom*
Gaara stared at the blond for several minutes, surprised by the reply the boy had given him.
Gaara blinked once, as he decided to stand up on his feet and uncross his arms.
"I don't feel like killing you right now" Gaara answered as he prepared to walk out of the room
Naruto jumped out of bed as he stood in the way of Gaara and the door.
"You're just going to leave like that!? Aren't you even going to ask me why I left that stupid Village!?" Naruto yelled out as he face Gaara with anger
"You're in my way" Gaara replied
"You're not going anywhere until you tell me why the hell you brought me here and didn't kill me yet!" Naruto shouted as he pointed his fist towards Gaara
Gaara only lifted an eyebrow as he took another step forward towards the blond.
Naruto took a step back towards the door, when they heard a female voice coming from the other side.
"Gaara! How long are you planning to watch that idiot ..." Temari started when she opened the door quickly
The moment the door opened, Temari rushed in, as she bumped into Naruto's back.
Naruto was pushed forward when he noticed he was getting very close to Gaara's face and body.
As Temari regained her balance from bumping into the blond, Naruto's lips met instantly those of Gaara.
Naruto and Gaara were kissing, as their eyes opened wide, just as much as Temari's that was shocked and surprised by the sudden action.
"Temari!" Kankuro yelled out as he stepped inside the room
Kankuro's eyes widened as his mouth opened in shock over what his eyes made him see.
Gaara and Naruto stared at each other for a moment when Naruto realized how the situation wasn't good at all.
Naruto jumped back as he landed on his butt, at the feet of Kankuro and Temari.
"Why ... Why were they ... Kissing?" Kankuro managed to let out
Temari didn't answer as Gaara's sand started to pour out of his gourd and gather at his own feet.
"Uzumaki Naruto ..." Gaara spoke as his eyes glared at the blond
"Oh crap, Now I'm dead" Naruto thought as he shivered
TBC
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28 reviews!!! I'm so happy so many people like my story! Well another chapter is done and hopefully it was as good as the previous. Not too much action but those that were waiting for a Gaara and Naruto moment, well I finally made it happened! Hope you guys and girls are happy!
On with the reviews
Ladyvirgo : that's why I wrote this fic, people always getting in our poor Naruto's face, soon they'll pay for what they did
Fluffy-kins : I'm glad you enjoy this story a lot, at first I didn't know so many people would like it. Glad you joined the club!
Heh : I'm happy you liked it. I sometimes think how it should maybe go or as a side story. Currently working on another story ( not posted yet ) when Naruto and the gang go and try get Sasuke back. Hopefully it will be as good.
Arbil : you must be a bit happy, I made something happened between the two! Although it's only fluff right now. If Konoha on't find him, they might be in deep sh*t
SoulRetriever13/SoulSilencer13 : They only were aware that Naruto wasn't home or to be found, they never knew that Naruto had actually left the Village and all. So sorry if that confused you.
Pter Joo Kim : No worries, Temari and Kankuro are confused but as the story continues things will get interesting and Gaara will have to threatened a few people.
Muchacha : well Sasuke didn't get his ass kicked physically but I think with Neji kinda talking to him, made him revise how he felt a little.
Nicki : I'm very glad to hear you like my talent. Indeed, sometimes I describ either a lot or not enough. But I'll do my best to try and get the middle lol. What is kinda a tad bit hard is that most Naruto stories where he leaves, they don't focus on other characters reactions. Hopefully people like it that I implied the other characters, I think I'm doing an ok job with they personalities and all. Anyway thanks for the support
Silver neo : nice little story. I so laugh when I read reviews like yours, they give me some strength to continue and try to write a chapter per week at least. Continue the good reviews
Nickler : Well, Gaara didn't nurse him back to health but at least he stayed by his side. I don't want to make the characters too OCC either that's why slowly Gaara will have feelings and all, and not just suddenly. Hope you don't mind
Rubymoon17 : I'm planning on updating all stories at least once a week. So far I've been able to keep it up. The only times it might take a bit lnger is when I have exams at school.
Iceheart19 : I'm glad you enjoyed it. I simply wanted to show that even though team 7 are the main characters, the others have a place as well. Mostly wanted to show who Naruto's friends really are. Mostly Neji and Shikamaru worry more than others, a little Hinata but she's still to shy to say much.
Drownin' in my tears / keri2004 / Jane / Unclear-destiny / 099 / oracale / Emeraldblossom / TheTrueSilver / silverheart7 / Huma / Rings of Saturn / Asianbaka : thank you for reviewing, it helped me update a bit sooner and I hope you enjoyed this chapter as well. Thanks again!!!
Next Chapter :
What will Gaara do to Naruto!? And how will Temari and Kankuro react to this? And Sasuke thinks about that night when Naruto told the truth about his life to the Uchiha.
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Synopsis : Naruto wakes up in Gaara's bedroom and now wonders what will happen. Konoha continue to search for the missing blond, as Neji has a talk with Sasuke.
Pairings : Main pairing will be Gaara x Naruto. A little bit of Sasuke x Naruto, along with maybe Kakashi x Iruka
Disclaimer : I don't own Naruto but wish I did
Important note : Contains shonen-ai, in other words boy loves boy, don't like then don't read
Extra Information :
- This takes place after the Chuunin exam, although, Sasuke never went to join Orochimaru.
- Also, the fight between Sasuke and Naruto on the Hospital roof did occur.
- Important to have read up to Volume 20 of the manga Naruto
- Byakugan - White Eyes : This jutsu is activated in the eyes, much like the Sharingan. Sharingan actually developed from Byakugan. This jutsu allows the user's vision to become 360 degrees. The user is able to see fully around them, and all their surroundings. Byakugan also has the ability to see objects, and view the inner coil system of a person's body, and in advanced cases, the Chakra Holes. Using this, the user can attack the inner organs of a person, and do high amounts of damage.
- Juin Jutsu - (Curse Seal): Hyuga. This Seal is unique to the Hyuga Clan. It was created by the Souke (Main) House. It is used on every member of the Bunke (Branch) House, when they are young. The seal, places an odd shape on the patients forehead. This symbol, is activated when a member of the Branch House dies. This trigger, causes the seal to begin eating away at the brain cells of the patient. By doing this, evidence of the Byakugan is destroyed. This evidence keeps the secrets of the Hyuga Clan in tact. A hand-seal, using chakra can also trigger this effect. It gives the main house control over the branch house. This seal is given to the Bunke house by force, and not by choice.
- baka = idiot -
- dobe = dead last -
- naruhodo = I see -
- Chikushou = damn / dammit -
- naze = why -
- hai = yes / yeah -
- Arigatou = Thank You -
- Temea = You -
- Itai = Ouch / Ow -
- Urousai = Shut up -
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*Deep In The Forest*
Kankuro and Temari stood close to the unconscious Naruto, as Gaara stood still, staring at the blond.
"What do we do with him?" Temari asked
"Well, he's from Leaf Village so we could simply kill him." Kankuro replied
"But he isn't wearing his forehead protector and no signs indicates he's from there." Temari pointed out
"Yo Gaara, what do you want to do with him?" Kankuro asked his little brother
"We'll take him back to the Sand Country with us." Gaara answered without hesitation
"Huh!?" Both Temari and Kankuro replied in shock
"Something's been bothering me ever since the chuunin exams. And he might have the answers I seek." Gaara answered as he started to walk away
Temari and Kankuro exchanged looks as they weren't quite sure what their little brother was talking about.
Temari, picked up the bag Naruto had earlier with him as Kankuro leaned down to grab Naruto carefully, as he swooped the blond's arm around his neck. With one hand, Kankuro grabbed Naruto around the waist as the other held the arm around his neck.
Temari and Kankuro then walk beside Gaara, as each of them have their own thoughts.
"Why doesn't Gaara kill him?" Kankuro thought
"I know this one almost beat Gaara but why would he want us to bring him back to our country?" Temari thought
Gaara walked calmly, as he noticed his older sister and brother were confused by his action but he didn't give much of a damn about it.
"You will give me the answers I seek. Uzumaki Naruto." Gaara thought as he closed his eyes momentarily
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*Inside Naruto*
Naruto slowly opened his eyes as he heard a too familiar voice speak to him.
He managed to stand up as he looked to his right. He walked towards the metal bars of the cage that held Kyubi down.
Their eyes met as Naruto shivered at the sight of the fox and where he was.
"Only a brat like you could possibly get captured by that other demon brat" Kyubi let out with a grin
"Urousai you stupid fox!" Naruto shouted
"Loudmouth brat" Kyubi growled as he approached the bars
"Look, this has been the worse day ever and I don't need you rubbing it in." Naruto commented as he sat on the ground
Naruto crossed his arms and legs as he pouted before the big cage and ignored the presence of the fox.
"Are you aware of where that other brat is taking you?" Kyubi asked
"How the hell should I know! Doesn't matter anyway, as long as it's far away from that damn Village." Naruto replied as he turned his back to the Kyubi
The fox stared at the boy, surprised by the answer he gave him, since he knew all too well the dreams that this one had since he was born.
"Well, I sense this demon brat is also interesting, so hopefully you won't do something dumb to piss him off and get yourself killed, since we are heading for the Sand Country" Kyubi informed the boy
"Any place is better than Konoha...And death is more than welcomed at this point..." Naruto said as he uncrossed his arms and legs
Kyubi couldn't help but stare at the blond once more, as this one simply let himself fall on the bloody floor.
Naruto laid there, as his eyes looked above him as they then closed and tears came out of them.
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*Konoha Village, Asuma's Team*
Asuma's team waited for the arrival of Haruno Sakura, when they heard the voice of two males that seemed to be arguing.
"Can't you stay quite for once?" Shino asked, his hands in his pockets
"What was that!?" Kiba yelled out as he pointed his fist to Shino
"Woof woof" Akamaru barked to help his master
Hinata and Kurenai weren't far behind, as they finally reached Asuma's team.
"This is going to be so troublesome..." Shikamaru stated as he took a deep breath
"Forehead girl sure is taking her time ... Probably trying to get Sasuke since Naruto's not in the way anymore ..." Ino thought
Chouji only continued to eat his snacks, as Asuma took some more puffs of his cigarette.
"Kiba, just stop arguing with Shino for 5 minutes." Kurenai demanded of her student
Kiba let out a growl, as Hinata stayed away from the group.
As Ino was about to speak, at last her rival for Sasuke's love had finally arrived.
"Gomen, Kakashi-sensei only explained the minimum about the mission and Naruto." Sakura stated as she found herself staring at Ino
"Isn't Sasuke-kun with you?" Ino asked
"Iie, but he should be here soon though." Sakura informed as she turned her back to her rival
The team now waited for Gai's team to show up to give out the orders on how they would proceed to search for the blond.
Shikamaru took a look behind Kurenai-sensei as he noticed the Hyuga female that seems very shy but shows quite a concern over the current mission that they are about to start.
"Gai's team better get here soon, the more time passes the less chances we have of finding Naruto..." Shikamaru thought
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*Konoha's Hot Springs*
Many beautiful young females bathed themselves in the hot springs, unaware that on the other side of the woodened fence, a white haired man in a somewhat partly red uniform.
The man, light on his feet, moved the bushes that prevented him form looking through the cracks that were available to peek at the young ladies.
"Such beautiful young girls. At least I can sneak up on them without Naruto going loud on me and ruining my peeking." The man said as he removed the last bush out of the way
The white haired man leaned forward to place his eye to take a peek when he heard a voice behind him.
"My my, Tsunade-sama and Naruto-kun were correct when they called you a perverted man. Jiraiya-sama" Kakashi said quite loudly
Jiraiya immediately turned around to meet the person who stood right behind him.
Kakashi stood, as he leaned against a tree, and in hand, his favorite book. Come Come Paradise.
Jiraiya gave sign to Kakashi to keep his voice down. His focused returned to peek as he tried to ignore the Jounin behind him.
"Too late" Kakashi let out with a smile
By the time Jiraiya looked, the Hot Springs were now empty!
He quickly turned towards Kakashi and got in his face.
"I thought for ONCE I could have my chance, since that blond brat always interferes." Jiraiya stated
"Tsunade-sama needs to see you right away" Kakashi explained as he didn't take his eyes off his book
"Will you put that book away already!? And why would SHE need to see me anyway?" Jiraiya asked as Kakashi closed his book and placed it in his pocket
"It concerns the Village and Naruto." Kakashi said with a serious tone
"What did that brat do this time?" Jiraiya asked that seemed annoyed
"He... He ran away..." Kakashi said
"NANI!?" Jiraiya yelled out as he was shocked
"We just know that he left the Village during the night without permission. And With Orochimaru who wants to kill him and Itachi who wants the Nine- Tails, This could go from bad to worse." Kakashi stated
"Chikushou! I should have been there to stop him. Weren't you suppose to watch over him while I was away?" Jiraiya asked with an angry tone
"The quarrels between Sasuke and Naruto continued but this time, it went a bit too far, but Naruto usually doesn't let those things get to him." Kakashi informed
"So it went from bad to worse between those two then?" Jiraiya asked
"Hai, but don't ask why because I truly don't know. Tsunade will inform you of the rest, so let's get going." Kakashi answered
Jiraiya nodded as both vanished from the scene.
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*Sand Village*
Naruto laid on a warm futon in a bright room as he managed to slowly opened his eyes.
He found himself staring at the ceiling, as he rubbed his eyes so that his vision would clear up.
"Where the hell am I?" Naruto asked himself as he sat up in the bed
Naruto's eyes searched the room carefully, until he looked to his right.
His eyes widened as blue eyes met a pale green set of eyes with no emotions in them.
"You have got to be kidding me..." Naruto mentally told himself as he was about to speak
Gaara sat on the floor, arms and legs crossed as his face showed no expression as usual.
"Don't your ribs hurt?" Gaara asked
"Eh?" Naruto managed to let out
"You had a few ribs broken. And you sat up as if nothing ever happened" Gaara specified
"Oh... Well ... You see... My chakra ends up healing myself automatically." Naruto replied as he patted the back of his head and smiled
"Like my sand protects me" Gaara stated
Naruto nodded as Gaara's eyes never left the blond's.
"Where am I?" Naruto asked with a trembling voice
"Sand Village, my house." Gaara answered
"Naruhodo ... And I guess I can't leave right?" Naruto asked but already knew the answer
"Iie, you can't. Headband" Gaara answered
"Headband? Man Gaara you definitely have to talk in phrases and not just words." Naruto commented
Gaara's intense look was somewhat a bit more frightening than it was a few moments ago.
Naruto swallowed as he started to feel a bit scared.
"Where is your headband from your Village?" Gaara asked
"I don't belong to that stupid Village anymore" Naruto replied with a neutral tone
Naruto's expression changed to neutral but seemed sad as this caught Gaara's attention, as his stare became somewhat ( less intent to kill ) as he blinked a few times.
Naruto took a deep breath as he only said one thing to Gaara.
"If you're going to kill me then just get it over with." Naruto let out as he looked straight into Gaara's eyes and showed that he was serious
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*Konoha Village, Gai's Team*
As Gai's team continued their way to meet the other two teams, they finally came across Uchiha Sasuke.
Gai's team came to a stop as Gai greeted the boy in his own special way.
"The stunning Uchiha Sasuke arrives!" Gai almost shouted out
Neji and Tenten simply slapped their forehead as Sasuke twitched a little from hearing what Gai had just said.
After the introductions are made, the team continues to walk, as Neji and Sasuke stare at each other.
"Gai-sensei, do you have any more information that will help us locate and bring Naruto-san back?" Neji asked
"Unfortunately no. Hopefully we'll know more once we join up with the others." Gai replied
Sasuke turned his head to look even closer to the Hyuga and seemed surprised by Neji's concern and interest in the blond.
"Why do you even care about that dobe?" Sasuke let out by curiosity
"Because that boy, he set me free" Neji replied
The moment Sasuke heard the answer, he stopped walking, as the other three looked back to him.
Neji observes the Uchiha as he turns towards his sensei.
"Gai-sensei. Me and Uchiha will catch up, please continue on without us" Neji requested
"Gai noticed that Neji wanted to have a private talk with the boy as he gave a sign to Tenten to follow him.
They both vanished form sight within a few minutes, as Neji turned to face Sasuke.
Neji walked towards a tree, as he leaned against it, resting his back against the trunk and closed his eyes.
Sasuke observed the boy carefully as he was curious to what Neji had to say to him.
"My answer seemed to have troubled you Uchiha Sasuke" Neji stated
"Hai, how could he of all people set you free and how is that even possible anyway? You are already free" Sasuke replied as his eyes showed he was confused
"I will show you why I use to be a prisoner of the Hyuga Clan." Neji informed the boy as he started to take his forehead protector off
As he removed the forehead protector band, the curse of the Hyuga branch family appeared as Sasuke's eyes showed he was a bit surprised by this.
"What is that?" Sasuke asked as his eyes pointed the mark on Neji's forehead
"This is the curse from which the main family inflict upon us, the branch family. It's called Juin Jutsu. It is used on every member of the Branch House, when we are young. This symbol, is activated when a member of the Branch House dies in order to seal the Byakugan ability so that our enemies never can discover it's secrets. As well, the main family can activate it by doing a hand-seal, by chakra to trigger this effect. It gives the main house complete control over the branch house. This seal is given to the us, branch family house by force, and not by choice. In other words, the moment where we first take our breaths, our destiny is decided and there's nothing we can do to change it." Neji explained as he put back on his forehead protector band
"How does Naruto fit in all this?" Sasuke asked
"Before I fought him in the Chuunin Exams, my anger towards the main family clouded my judgment. After all, I had blamed them for the death of my father, who sacrificed his life in order to protect his brother, the leader of the main family. To me destiny could never be changed and I foresaw the future with my Byakugan. When I fought against Naruto-san, I called him a dropout and he never gave up. In the end, he's the one that made me realize that I can choose my own destiny despite this curse I bear. Just like my father told me. So you see, I was like a bird trapped in a cage, and Uzumaki Naruto opened the door to let me be free." Neji finished as he opened his eyes and it showed both joy and sadness
"Can't believe that dobe could possibly do that" Sasuke let out
"That dobe, as you call him, highly respected you, even though he never showed it." Neji stated as he looked straight into the boys eyes
"Why tell me all this anyway?" Sasuke asked
"Simple, you're on the same team as him. Even though everyone calls him stupid, that boy knows the real meaning of pain and suffering. Yet he continues to smile all the time. What I'm trying to say Uchiha Sasuke, is that Naruto can touch the hearts of those that seem to have no hopes, no feelings, no emotions, like me and you." Neji stated with a soft voice as he turned his back to Sasuke and started to walk away
Sasuke stood there, silent, as Neji walked away to join up with the others.
Sasuke clenched his fists as he lowered his head towards the ground and closed his eyes for a short moment.
"Perhaps, I knew this all along, but unlike you Neji, I wanted to avoid it... And so I didn't listen to what he told me... I ignored it..." Sasuke thought as he let out a deep breath
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*Sand Village, Gaara's Bedroom*
Gaara stared at the blond for several minutes, surprised by the reply the boy had given him.
Gaara blinked once, as he decided to stand up on his feet and uncross his arms.
"I don't feel like killing you right now" Gaara answered as he prepared to walk out of the room
Naruto jumped out of bed as he stood in the way of Gaara and the door.
"You're just going to leave like that!? Aren't you even going to ask me why I left that stupid Village!?" Naruto yelled out as he face Gaara with anger
"You're in my way" Gaara replied
"You're not going anywhere until you tell me why the hell you brought me here and didn't kill me yet!" Naruto shouted as he pointed his fist towards Gaara
Gaara only lifted an eyebrow as he took another step forward towards the blond.
Naruto took a step back towards the door, when they heard a female voice coming from the other side.
"Gaara! How long are you planning to watch that idiot ..." Temari started when she opened the door quickly
The moment the door opened, Temari rushed in, as she bumped into Naruto's back.
Naruto was pushed forward when he noticed he was getting very close to Gaara's face and body.
As Temari regained her balance from bumping into the blond, Naruto's lips met instantly those of Gaara.
Naruto and Gaara were kissing, as their eyes opened wide, just as much as Temari's that was shocked and surprised by the sudden action.
"Temari!" Kankuro yelled out as he stepped inside the room
Kankuro's eyes widened as his mouth opened in shock over what his eyes made him see.
Gaara and Naruto stared at each other for a moment when Naruto realized how the situation wasn't good at all.
Naruto jumped back as he landed on his butt, at the feet of Kankuro and Temari.
"Why ... Why were they ... Kissing?" Kankuro managed to let out
Temari didn't answer as Gaara's sand started to pour out of his gourd and gather at his own feet.
"Uzumaki Naruto ..." Gaara spoke as his eyes glared at the blond
"Oh crap, Now I'm dead" Naruto thought as he shivered
TBC
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28 reviews!!! I'm so happy so many people like my story! Well another chapter is done and hopefully it was as good as the previous. Not too much action but those that were waiting for a Gaara and Naruto moment, well I finally made it happened! Hope you guys and girls are happy!
On with the reviews
Ladyvirgo : that's why I wrote this fic, people always getting in our poor Naruto's face, soon they'll pay for what they did
Fluffy-kins : I'm glad you enjoy this story a lot, at first I didn't know so many people would like it. Glad you joined the club!
Heh : I'm happy you liked it. I sometimes think how it should maybe go or as a side story. Currently working on another story ( not posted yet ) when Naruto and the gang go and try get Sasuke back. Hopefully it will be as good.
Arbil : you must be a bit happy, I made something happened between the two! Although it's only fluff right now. If Konoha on't find him, they might be in deep sh*t
SoulRetriever13/SoulSilencer13 : They only were aware that Naruto wasn't home or to be found, they never knew that Naruto had actually left the Village and all. So sorry if that confused you.
Pter Joo Kim : No worries, Temari and Kankuro are confused but as the story continues things will get interesting and Gaara will have to threatened a few people.
Muchacha : well Sasuke didn't get his ass kicked physically but I think with Neji kinda talking to him, made him revise how he felt a little.
Nicki : I'm very glad to hear you like my talent. Indeed, sometimes I describ either a lot or not enough. But I'll do my best to try and get the middle lol. What is kinda a tad bit hard is that most Naruto stories where he leaves, they don't focus on other characters reactions. Hopefully people like it that I implied the other characters, I think I'm doing an ok job with they personalities and all. Anyway thanks for the support
Silver neo : nice little story. I so laugh when I read reviews like yours, they give me some strength to continue and try to write a chapter per week at least. Continue the good reviews
Nickler : Well, Gaara didn't nurse him back to health but at least he stayed by his side. I don't want to make the characters too OCC either that's why slowly Gaara will have feelings and all, and not just suddenly. Hope you don't mind
Rubymoon17 : I'm planning on updating all stories at least once a week. So far I've been able to keep it up. The only times it might take a bit lnger is when I have exams at school.
Iceheart19 : I'm glad you enjoyed it. I simply wanted to show that even though team 7 are the main characters, the others have a place as well. Mostly wanted to show who Naruto's friends really are. Mostly Neji and Shikamaru worry more than others, a little Hinata but she's still to shy to say much.
Drownin' in my tears / keri2004 / Jane / Unclear-destiny / 099 / oracale / Emeraldblossom / TheTrueSilver / silverheart7 / Huma / Rings of Saturn / Asianbaka : thank you for reviewing, it helped me update a bit sooner and I hope you enjoyed this chapter as well. Thanks again!!!
Next Chapter :
What will Gaara do to Naruto!? And how will Temari and Kankuro react to this? And Sasuke thinks about that night when Naruto told the truth about his life to the Uchiha.
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