Chapter 13

Blanket disclaimer: I do not own Naruto, Ninja Gaiden or DOA

AUTHOR'S NOTE:

This chapter was delayed a lot due to multiple revisions. I want to personally thank godgiven25 for supplying information on the Naruto Databook 4.

People have been curious about Aoi's appearance. I based her looks on Yueying from the Dynasty Warriors series, particularly on her appearance in Dynasty Warriors 6.

Last time:

He was currently sampling the data and while there was a mixture of porn(?) of an attractive redhead mixed in, most of it showed ninjas with exceptional abilities. This Mugen Tenshin Clan in particular seemed to have particularly promising abilities. One kunoichi was shown releasing a god like bolt of energy called the Torn Sky Blast according to the description. He also saw hastily added data on an Uzumaki Clan that appeared from nowhere. He watched the images of a blonde(?) ninja gathering a colossal amount of energy that put the kunoichi's Torn Sky Blast to shame.

Nezumi wasn't able to identify the ability or even what its name even was but the devastation it caused was exactly what Donovan had in mind; a superhuman weapon. Why send in a tank when one man could wreak untold devastation with the wave of his hand? Donovan's gut reaction years ago that ninjas were genetically outside the norm was spot on. Now he needed to carefully gather their DNA, duplicate it and start experimenting with it. It would take an enormous amount of time, research and money but DOATEC had the resources. Even now Victor was forming an anti-Douglas faction in the company. He just had to be patient….

The Path to the Mugen Tenshin Village

Naruto was talking with Kurama in his head as he and Hinata escorted the survivors of Hien Village back to the Mugen Tenshin Village. He'd received the memories of his clone that Hayate was willing to help and was sending an escort.

'Well kid, it looks like your hunt for the rat is off for now. How do you plan to track him down?' asked Kurama.

Naruto shrugged in his mind. 'I really don't know Kurama. The trail is a dead end. As much as I want to hunt him down and kill him the survivors of the Hien Village are more important.'

The ancient fox whipped the tips of his tail around. It was obvious he was thinking -or maybe plotting would be a better term. 'What about these survivors? Theoretically you could use this to your advantage.'

'What do you mean by advantage?' asked Naruto warily.

'Think about it Naruto. These people have openly admitted they owe you their lives. They would probably make good retainers for the Uzumaki clan. They don't have a place to go and they could live in your clan house for now. It isn't like there isn't plenty of room. Besides, from what that old man Akihito said they are very specialized in the way of the sword. You could probably learn a lot from them.'

'I doubt Ryu will allow a bunch of outsiders into the Hayabusa Village without an argument Kurama.'

'Realistically it would be to his advantage as well Naruto. The Hayabusa village is small and suffered a lot of losses at the hands of the fiends. To be blunt they need population. Some fresh blood in the Hayabusa village couldn't hurt. Ask Ryu from that angle and I'll bet he'd be receptive to the idea.' said Kurama sounding pleased with himself.

'You really are a sly old fox Kurama.' chuckled Naruto.

'You're becoming quite sly yourself my apprentice in the ways of foxhood.' chortled Kurama. 'Whether you planned it out or not I believe between rescuing Aoi from that rat and threatening that old hag Obaba that you are coming closer to cementing Aoi's loyalties to you rather than the Black Spider clan. She could be a great asset to the Uzumaki clan if her allegiance is assured. The girl knows poisons forwards and backwards after all.'

'How did a shopping trip for the girl's clothes turn into this huge mess?' lamented the blonde.

'Just roll with it Naruto. Incidentally, I think your friend Hayate was right about your kunoichi wives being dangerous predators. They are all getting hungry looks in their eyes. I think you better start bedding them soon or you're going to be kidnapped and they will have their way with you.' said the wizened fox with a twinkle in his eye.

Naruto shivered. 'I know, I know! It's just….they're all so….so hot! I just don't know what to do. I'm still a virgin for god's sake.'

'Your vixen Hinata will take care of that soon Naruto. By my reckoning she's going to take you before you even make it back to the Hayabusa Village. I fail to see how you haven't plowed her senseless anyway given all the oral pleasure you two give each other. It isn't like the two of you aren't both more than ready. You're in for one hell of a ride kid.'

Naruto was brought out of his mindscape by Hinata "….Naruto-kun? Are you okay?"

Naruto realized he'd been spacing off and blushed a bit. "Sorry Hinata-chan. I was just in deep thought." She nodded knowing Naruto meant he was talking with Kurama.

Rokuro soon arrived with eight other ninja to escort them back to the Mugen Tenshin Village. "Naruto-sama, we are here to help and brought food and supplies for the children."

Akihito and Akito were a bit reluctant but the four girls and eight kids were more than happy to stop and sit down for awhile and eat. They were all drained from the long walk and hungry as well. Within the hour Naruto made some clones to carry the kids piggyback style and they were on their way again with full stomachs.

The Mugen Tenshin Village

Naruto and the others arrived a couple of hours later and were met at the gates by Hayate who welcomed them and offered his condolences. Akito and Akihito did all the talking but were very relieved to be inside a village's walls again. With Naruto's help they got settled at the guest quarters (the room Aoi had been in was under repair and blocked off). Hayate and Yomiko discussed things at length with the survivors to find out who attacked them and made sure the children were provided with some fresh clothes and anything else they needed.

Akito and Akihoto were truly surprised by Hayate's generosity. Both of the veteran ninjas fought against the Mugen Tenshin clan during the time of Hayate's Grandfather Burai but the young clan head insisted that was in the past now. "So what do you intend to do now?" asked Hayate. "The Mugen Tenshin village's older population still remembers our past conflicts so I don't know if you could integrate here smoothly. Are you still allied with the Black Spider clan? They are large enough to take your people in as well."

"One rogue of the Black Spider clan led to the destruction of our village. I'd sooner take my chances here." said Akito. "However, Naruto-sama indicated he had a possible solution for all involved although he didn't go into detail."

Hayate nodded. "You'll find Naruto has some amazing talents with people. He never ceases to astound me. I wouldn't be surprised if he did find a way to help you resettle. Although some would frown upon it, his generosity knows no bounds. At any rate, as the head of the Mugen Tenshin clan I've authorized for the Hien clan to stay here for a few weeks if necessary until you plan your next move."

Meanwhile….

Naruto had Momiji against the wall and they were making out hotly. She panted, "Naruto, I want you now. I didn't grab you away from the others just for kisses…." Naruto quickly pulled her down as they teased each other relentlessly. He finally managed to wrestle her to the floor and stripped off her pants and soaked panties.

"You can't make any noise Momiji-chan or I'll stop. I'm doing this especially for you." said Naruto. He leaned down over her womanhood and started caressing her with his tongue and mouth. He knew how much Hinata loved this and hoped Momiji would like the same. Momiji gasped at the sensations and quickly threw her legs over his shoulders. Within fifteen minutes she bit her lip and was panting heavily as she came closer and closer to the edge. When he added his fingers to the mix she saw stars and climaxed letting out a low moan that she couldn't hold back.

"Naruto-kun…." she whispered.

Naruto looked up at her incredible body as her chest heaved and she came back down from her first orgasm. "Did you like that Momiji-chan? You taste so good…."

She nodded as she felt her heart finally start to slow down. "That was amazing Naruto-kun." she whispered.

"I think I want some more of you Momiji-chan…." He drove her of the edge three more times over the next hour and a half in the silence before she laid there spent and totally relaxed.

"I love you Naruto-kun…." she said as she ran her hands through his spiky hair.

I love you too Momiji-chan…." Naruto kissed her and cuddled with her a while before she dozed off. Part of him felt guilty that he wasn't with Hinata-chan but due to this multiple wife thing he theoretically should be taking care of all his wives equally. After feeling her go to sleep he made a shadow clone and body-switched with it so he could clean up and go see his other wives. He needed to check on Aoi and see if she'd fully recovered yet.

The infirmary….

Hinata was visiting with Aoi who seemed very enthused and exuberant that Naruto was back. She knew Naruto was with Momiji and knew exactly what they were doing but Hinata had come to face the reality that she wasn't his only wife. It depressed her somewhat but Naruto promised her she would always be his first. She'd had him to herself for a long time so she decided that Momiji and the others deserved some love too. (It was that or a riot). Luckily Naruto could make clones like nobody's business so Hinata felt like if she needed him that badly she could always grab a clone though she'd always prefer his original self.

"Hinata…?" asked Aoi.

Hinata came out of her thoughts and turned back to Aoi. "I'm sorry Aoi, I got distracted. What were you saying? I didn't mean to space out like that."

"I was wondering when Naruto-sama would arrive. I have a message for him from Obaba-sama." Aoi explained.

Hinata raised a delicate eyebrow. "Really now? What does it say?"

"I don't know." confessed Aoi. "It was addressed only to him and I have my own letter so I didn't open it. I'm happy to say that Obaba-sama is very approving of Naruto-sama threatening to wipe out the Black Spider clan over this. She seemed very pleased in her letter to me explaining that bastard Nezumi is a nukenin now."

'That was an unexpected reaction….' thought Hinata. "Why would she be pleased about Naruto threatening to wipe them out?"

"Obaba-sama said if he was willing to go that far to protect me that she knew I was safe in his hands." explained Aoi. "I guess she actually cares in her own dark and twisted way."

….

Naruto was headed to the infirmary when he was intercepted by Kasumi. They shared a rather heated kiss and she smiled at him. "I just talked to Hayate about the Hien Village. Do you have that scroll with the body of that soldier on you? The Mugen Tenshin clan has people that can read other languages in intelligence. It would be good to get this investigation under way."

"I'll get it, wait right here Kasumi-chan." said Naruto as he vanished in a body-flicker. About five minutes later he reappeared with the scroll in hand. He made a clone and said, "Go check on Aoi at the infirmary and explain I got delayed with this. I have a feeling it should be the real me there for this examination." The clone nodded and headed on to the infirmary. "He turned back to Kasumi who linked arms with him. "Let's go Kasumi-chan."

Kasumi nodded and as they walked together Kasumi said, "Naruto-kun, it was very kind of you to rescue all those Hien villagers. I'm very proud of you." She had a smile of happiness on her face.

Naruto scratched the back of his head in embarrassment. "I only did the right thing Kasumi-chan."

"Most ninjas wouldn't have bothered to help possible rivals." she replied in a disapproving tone. "I'm glad my husband is not one of them." They came to a non-descript building in the Hajinmon sector. "It's in here Naruto-kun." said Kasumi as she went into a normal looking repair shop. She gave a hand signal to the owner that discreetly let them in a hidden door behind a display case. The descended a flight of stairs into an area made up almost entirely cinder block walls with metal doors. She travelled to a door that looked identical to the others ant tapped a specific rhythm.

A slot opened on the door and she said. "It's Kasumi-sama, I have Naruto-sama and the sealed body with me." The slot closed and the door opened moments later.

"Please enter." said a gruff sounding voice. The door closed behind them revealing an older man in medical gear. "Welcome back Kasumi-sama." he said with a bow. He turned to Naruto. "You must be the rather famous Naruto-sama. I'm Daisuke. I'll be examining the body. Where is it?"

"I have it here." said Naruto holding up the scroll. "Show me where you want it and I'll unseal the body."

Daisuke looked puzzled and Kasumi said. "Naruto-sama has great skill in sealing techniques. Just show us what table you want the body on and he will do the rest."

The examiner nodded and said, "As you wish my Lady. Please follow me." They were led into a room that resembled a cross between a morgue and a lab for dissection. Naruto noticed several people in medical garb also and Ayane sitting over to the side watching. She gave a very brief smile to Naruto before her visage turned clinical again.

"Ayane…?" asked the perplexed blonde.

"I'm here to examine the body for traps or explosives so I can disarm them Naruto." Ayane explained. "It's one of my specialties."

Naruto raised an eyebrow and filed that away for later. 'Ayane knows explosives? That could be a huge plus to our clan.' He took out the scroll and put it on the table and the unsealed body appeared seconds later to everyone's surprise except Naruto and his wives of course.

"Everyone get back so Ayane-san can work." ordered Daisuke. Ayane put on a medical mask and gloves and went to work.

Naruto watched from across the room with interest as Ayane checked and removed the gear from the body of the dead soldier. He noticed how professional she was at this and wondered how often she'd done this in the past. After about twenty-five minutes she announced the gear was clear of traps and handed an item over to the examiners. "I believe this is a tracking device but it's obviously damaged."

"Excellent Ayane-san, thank you for your hard work." said Daisuke. "Alright everyone, Ayane has done her job admirably; let us strive to do the same."

Ayane washed up in the sink and shed her mask and gloves. She came over and sat on the opposite side of Naruto from Kasumi and laid her head on his shoulder. He put his arm around her and kissed the top of her head. "Are you alright Ayane?"

"Yeah, it's just a tiresome job." she answered as she wrapped her arms around his.

Daisuke saw the two half sisters leaning contentedly against Naruto on either side of him as the three spoke quietly among themselves. 'I guess wonders will never cease. For Naruto-sama to melt the ice with Ayane and actually close the rift between the two half siblings he must be some kind of miracle worker.' the examiner thought knowing how cold and hateful Ayane used to be towards everyone and Kasumi in particular.

Naruto and Kasumi theoretically didn't have to wait around but Ayane did in case the body itself was rigged somehow. Naruto decided to wait rather than leave Ayane all alone. He wondered how she'd been drafted into this but she explained that Genra asked her to so he could personally lead a squad up to the ruins of the Hien Village to sift for further evidence. Seeing it was going to be a while longer Naruto sat back and relaxed while he told Kasumi and Ayane about the failed hunt for Nezumi and the massacre at the Hien Village. The two kunoichis were horrified at what had happened and worried about possible implications in the future….

Meanwhile at the infirmary….

Naruto's clone arrived and was nearly tackled by Aoi as he came in the room. "Naruto-sama! I'm so glad you are here." gushed Aoi happily.

"I'm sorry Aoi but I'm not the original." said the clone. "Boss had to take that body we recovered down to get it examined with Kasumi-chan. He was coming here to see you so he sent me ahead to check on you while he took care of that. Did Hinata-chan tell you what happened on our mission?"

Aoi pouted. "Naruto-sama, you call all the other girls –chan but me! You even call Ayane that in private but you've never called me that even once. Can't I be your Aoi-chan?" she asked with puppy-dog eyes.

The clone looked like a deer caught in the headlights. "Ummm….you seem to be feeling much better Aoi."

"I'm going to be released as soon as they confirm my blood tests that the last of that drug is out of me." said Aoi with narrowed eyes. "So when is the real you going to get here? –and when are you going to start calling me Aoi-chan?"

"With my supreme authority as a shadow clone I'm going to delegate that matter to the boss who will hopefully be here soon." answered Naruto's clone (who was mentally patting himself on the back for skillfully dodging the question).

Hinata shook her head. 'Aoi isn't going to be happy until she drives that poor clone to disperse himself.' "Aoi, why don't you tell Naruto-kun about that letter you got from Obaba-sama?"

"Hmmm….I don't know." said Aoi. "If the real Naruto-sama was here and would call me his Aoi-chan then I would happily share it with him."

Hinata growled. "Good lord just explain the situation Aoi!"

Aoi wavered a little bit at Hinata's anger but recovered smoothly. "Well, I don't know the contents of the letter addressed to you Naruto-sama; but the one addressed to me explained that Nezumi is a nukenin and that she approves of you!"

"Approves of me?" asked the clone.

"Yes, she said your bloodthirstiness and willingness to wipe out the Black Spider clan for my sake means I am safe in your loving arms." said Aoi with a twinkle in her eye. "I can't wait to reward you for saving me Naruto-sama." Aoi continued as she drew little circles on his chest with her finger and pretended to be shy. "I wonder what you'll do with your innocent Aoi-chan my Lord."

"Innocent Aoi-chan needs to put a sock in it." Hinata grumbled. "The doctor is here with your blood test results." she said just before the medic knocked on the door.

Aoi pouted and dashed over to her bed to act like a good patient before the medics came in. The doctor greeted everyone and focused on Aoi. "Sorry about the wait Aoi-san, the lab took longer than expected. You are completely free of the toxin. I take it Naruto-sama and Hinata-san are here to escort you to where you are staying?" At the pair's nods he advised Aoi to take it easy and get plenty of bed rest so her body would fully recover from the drug.

After the doctor excused himself Aoi gleefully asked, "Did you hear that Naruto-sama? He said I need plenty of bed rest. You can help keep me warm with your body." At this point Hinata groaned and the beleaguered clone face-palmed and dispelled himself.

Hinata shook her head. "Way to go Aoi, you just succeeded in driving Naruto-kun's clone into committing suicide rather than putting up with your ridiculous innuendoes."

Aoi just pouted. "I thought he'd like it…."

"Naruto-kun values friendship and trust more than anything Aoi." explained Hinata. "He isn't just going to jump into bed with you. If you truly wish to become his wife then start by becoming his friend."

"Most men love the idea of a woman throwing themselves at him and don't care about being friends." said the redhead. "Why would he feel that way?" she asked.

"Because Naruto had next to no friends growing up." said Hinata sadly. "The girl he liked treated him badly and I was too shy to admit my feelings for him then. He had a very bad childhood. He told me I was the first person in his life to say I love you to him and that wasn't even a year ago."

"Didn't he have a family to take care of him?" asked Aoi in surprise.

"His parents both died the day he was born. He was an orphan and was never adopted." Hinata said sorrowfully. "It's really his story to tell, not mine. Let's get your stuff together and head over to the main family's house. That's where we are staying. I'll wait outside so you can get dressed."

Aoi watched as Hinata stepped out and closed the door behind her. Considering the way Naruto usually acted she would never have guessed he had such a sad upbringing. Truthfully, Aoi had considered him very attractive because of his looks and power but since he saved her life she wanted to know more about him. She quietly dressed herself in her green kunoichi gear as she wondered 'Just who are you Uzumaki Naruto?'

Back with the original Naruto….

Naruto groaned as he received the memories of his clone and Aoi's relentless flirting. Ayane looked up at him. "Are you okay Naruto?"

He nodded at both sisters seeing the question written on Kasumi's face as well. "It looks like Aoi is cleared to leave the infirmary. My clone dispelled after he couldn't stand any more of her antics."

Kasumi smiled but managed to stifle her giggles. Ayane let out a snort and said, "That figures. Aoi is the most hormonal girl I've ever met."

Kasumi nodded but said, "In Aoi's defense I think she has missed Naruto-kun a lot just like the rest of us. She's just a lot more expressive about it."

Daisuke motioned over to them. "We're done here everyone. Thank you for your hard work Ayane-san. I should have a report on Hayate-sama's desk by tomorrow morning for you to view with him."

Ayane stood up. "Let's get out of here. I want a nice shower and some dinner. Maybe since Aoi's out we can all eat together properly like a family."

"That sounds nice." agreed Kasumi. "There is a good barbeque place we could all eat at here in the village. Let's ask everybody and see if they'd like that."

The City of Nagoya

Nezumi barely survived his encounter with DOATEC. He was grazed by several bullets but managed to escape to the city. How had things gone so horribly, horribly wrong? He confessed his love to Aoi-sama and yet she remained loyal to that monstrous Uzumaki. In the end Uzumaki cut off his left arm. If it wasn't for the hapless Hien villagers giving him medical care he would probably have died. What was worse was all the intelligence gathering he'd done for that bastard Donovan was now in DOATEC's hands and they'd hung him out to dry. Nezumi knew that it would only be a matter of time before hunter ninjas from various clans came after him.

He needed to find a safe haven and fast….

The Black Spider Clan Enclave

Obaba was very troubled. Lady Ishtaros finally had enough of Obaba's excuses and ordered her to move on the Hayabusa Village. Her orders were to capture the Eye of the Dragon for Lady Ishtaros. The problem was the jewel was with one of the shrine maidens and Obaba's intelligence gathering had yet to discover which one. She'd been promised great power by Lady Ishtaros in exchange for her loyalty. Now Obaba was regretting it.

She knew her heir Aoi-chan could end up being caught in the crossfire as well but she didn't dare go against Ishtaros' will –and she didn't dare reveal Aoi to Ishtaros either. The old sorceress just had to hope Aoi would survive and become stronger for it. The Black Spider Clan was mobilizing and would be ready in two weeks. For better or for worse the die was cast and Obaba would have to see things through to the end….

The Hayabusa Village

Ryu received a message via bird from Naruto and was concerned about Naruto's proposal to bring the survivors of the Hien Village massacre with him. He'd talked to the elders of the village and Kureha and the prevailing opinion was Naruto was in the right. The Hayabusa Clan lost a lot of people and adding the small population from the Hien Village would add some much needed new blood to the Hayabusa Village. In the end, Ryu decided to write Hayate to make sure this wouldn't cause future friction with the Mugen Tenshin Clan.

The Hayabusa Clan had no issues with the Hien Clan in the past but as the Mugen Tenshin clashed with the Hien several times over the centuries. Since the Hayate and Ryu's clans had been friends and staunch allies for generations he didn't want to jeopardize their alliance. It was times like these Ryu truly hated politics. In his eyes, helping these people out was the right and just thing to do and that should be all that mattered. He finished penning his letter to Hayate and had it sent out quickly as he hoped for the best….

The Mugen Tenshin Village

Naruto and his wives were sitting in the Korean style barbeque restaurant enjoying a quiet meal together. Aoi seemed to be in deep thought. She was reevaluating her feelings on Naruto. She decided that sitting down and actually learning about him might be nice and was thinking about her future with him. In the auburn haired kunoichi's mind she was thinking more and more about being his actual wife instead of having a transient relationship with him. The thought was both appealing and scary to her at the same time but ever since Naruto saved her from that psycho Nezumi she thought of and about Naruto much more than she had about any man she'd ever met.

Momiji in particular seemed happy and was smiling and making eyes at Naruto. She'd been very pleased with the way he treated her earlier that day and hoped they would continue to the next step soon. She figured she'd have a clone with her tonight but that didn't mean he couldn't give her an encore performance and found herself very aroused at the idea.

Inevitably the subject turned to their original mission in the Mugen Tenshin Village: clothes shopping. The girls were soon talking about colors, styles and patterns full steam but Naruto really couldn't keep up. Other than the Uzumaki swirl that was explained to him by Kurama being somewhere on their outfits he really didn't care. He told all of his wives that they always looked pretty and all had good taste so he whatever they picked out would be fine. At this comment five sets of female eyes locked onto him and Kasumi said. "I guess that we'll have to pick out new clothes for you as well Naruto-kun…." Naruto suddenly felt he'd rather face off with the likes of Pein again than face his wives right now….

Soon Naruto and his clones were reduced to the status of pack mules as the girls paraded in an out of the dressing rooms asking him what he thought of their outfits. They didn't have a lot of time so they were only picking out a few things before the real shopping began tomorrow. He was very thankful that Hinata was managing their finances in this matter as his head was spinning a long time ago. Naruto's clones accused him of being totally whipped but he told them to shut up because they were no better. The girls found the whole situation of Naruto arguing with himself quite amusing. They decided to retire soon afterwards because the shops were starting to close.

Little did he realize his night was only beginning….

The next morning….

Naruto awoke in Hinata's arms as she slept peacefully using his chest as her pillow. He thanked the gods he put up silencing seals last night. He'd finally lost his virginity to Hinata. Now his brain was completely fried. His sweet, gentle, shy Hinata-chan was a complete and utter animal in bed. She'd completely worn him out. If it wasn't for his healing factor and stamina he figured that he would be in a coma right now. He was both elated and terrified at the same time. Hinata was more aggressive and kinky than he'd ever imagined possible.

Looking down and seeing her peaceful, sleeping face made him feel incredibly warm and pleased inside. He decided that getting up was entirely too much trouble for now. What was it Ero-sennin once said? 'It's always the quiet ones….'

That afternoon….

Naruto was up and around visiting with Hayate about the situation with the Hien Clan survivors while his clones finished shopping with the girls. As it turned out Hayate was very much in favor of the idea but they had to figure out how to get them to the Hayabusa Village without problems. The retired ninjas could probably handle the trip; the four girls were arguable but the eight kids? Forget it. What made matters worse was the potential of enemy ninja appearing as well.

Having cleared the situation with Hayate and Ryu via letter, Naruto went to see his wives to see if it was all right with them. If he got the okay from them then he would go see the remaining Hien villagers to ask Akito and Akihito what they thought of the idea of moving to the Hayabusa Village. He wanted them to decide if that was what they wanted. To move into the Uzumaki Clan home would more or less make the Hien Clan their retainers and they might not want that. Within the hour he located the girls and asked them if they would welcome the Hien Clan into their home.

"….So that's the basic idea. The fourteen of them would move in with us on the lower floor and act as retainers for us in exchange." explained Naruto. "What do you girls think; would you be willing to have them?"

Hinata smiled. Her husband was making some wise moves here as a clan head and was thinking politically and carefully with each step. "You've already consulted Ryu-sama and Hayate-sama about this Naruto-kun. Our clan is small and having retainers to help protect us in the future when we start having children of our own is good planning for our future needs. It will be a little awkward at first but I think it would benefit both them and us. I am in favor of it."

"Retainers, hmmm…." mused Ayane. "I don't like the idea of total strangers being in our house but if they are sworn to protect us then Hinata is right. They will have to help around the house though. I guess I'm in."

Aoi smirked. "This is quite devious of you Naruto-sama. They owe you their lives so increasing the power of our clan is the least they can do. I approve."

"I don't think Naruto-kun saved them with the intention of holding it over their heads Aoi." said Kasumi in a disapproving tone. "He did it because it was the right thing to do. I am in favor of inviting them into our home. If they decide to be our retainers then so much the better. Like Hinata said, we will need help once we start having children of our own."

"Momiji, what do you think?" asked Naruto.

Momiji pondered a few moments. "I think that offering them a home is a kind gesture but they would have to abide by the rules of the Hayabusa Village just as we of the Uzumaki Clan do. If they are willing to do that then I am in favor of them joining us." Then she added. "Besides, it isn't like we don't have the room. The house is big enough for thirty or forty people after all."

"In the future they could move into separate housing if it becomes necessary." said Hinata. "At this point in time space is a non-issue."

Naruto nodded "Alright, I'll talk to Akito and Akihito. Do you girls want to be present?"

"I think it would be best if we all met them now instead of later." said Kasumi. "If they have issues with any of us or vice versa then we need to find out about it to prevent problems."

Naruto agreed and sent a clone to see if Akihito and Akito would join them.

Within twenty minutes the two retired ninjas ambled in to see Naruto and his lovely wives waiting for them. Akihoto was gawking a bit at the girls but Akito smacked him and said, "Hello, Naruto-sama. We've come as you asked. Your clone said you have some sort of proposal you'd like to discuss with us."

"Please sit with us." said Naruto. After the two veterans were settled at the table with some tea and proper introductions were made, Naruto said, "I've been speaking with my wives and we would like to invite you to live with us in the Hayabusa Village. You can live with us in our clan compound but in exchange I'd like you to become retainers to the Uzumaki clan. I don't know if you are interested but I've already spoken to Hayabusa Ryu-sama and he has granted me permission so long as the Hien Clan is willing to abide by the village rules."

Akito's eyebrows were about as high on his forehead as physically possible. "You help rescue our people and now you are offering us a home? You are far too kind Naruto-sama. We already owe you a great deal. Acting as the Uzumaki Clan's retainers would be a small price to pay for your generosity. Thank you so much! This will give the children their lives back again."

Naruto was rather surprised that the two old ninjas were so receptive to the idea. Akihito actually had tears in his eyes when he thanked them for offering the Hien Clan a new home. The group discussed the details of how they would be living and the two elders agreed to help train them in the ways of swordsmanship and other techniques the Hien Clan could help them with. Akito was surprised that Aoi was formerly of the Black Spider Clan and when he found out the situation with Nezumi he threw in his lot to protect her and all of Naruto-sama's family.

After things were settled Akihito and Akito went to tell the girls and children of the Hien Clan the good news. They did agree that moving the group was going to be difficult but it would be well worth it. Hinata was immensely pleased with the situation. She hated the idea of abandoning the Hien Clan to their fate as much as Naruto did having seen what was left of the village. She was very proud of Naruto as were the other girls.

Kasumi thought that it was wonderful that they were going to be helping others in need. Even Ayane seemed pleased although she wasn't too sure what to think about a bunch of children racing around inside their house.

The next day….

"It's a simple plan girls." said Naruto to his wives between bites of breakfast. "I create a horde of sage powered shadow clones and we pick everyone up piggyback style and haul ass by traveling through the trees with chakra. Hinata-chan can keep lookout with her byakugan. If an enemy shows up we get the children clear and fight them on the ground. In a worst case scenario I can make even more clones to reinforce us"

Ayane liked this idea. Racing through the trees with Hinata holding her before was exciting but having Naruto hold her would be even better. "I'm in. Going full speed through the trees will be fun for those kids and our time will be cut way down. Other than stopping for breaks we could be there by nightfall. The faster we move the less likely we'll be spotted."

At noon….

Naruto sealed up everyone's things and plenty of food for the trip to the Hayabusa Village in scrolls. Everyone had eaten and used the bathroom before they left. Naruto had a difficult time explaining how they were going to be hopping from tree to tree until he gave a visual demonstration. Akito and Akihito felt embarrassed they were going to be carried. The children were all excited once Kasumi described it as being like a roller coaster ride. The four girls from the Hien Clan were both exited and self-conscious about being carried so closely by Naruto-sama.

Naruto went into sage mode and created some sage level clones so they could get maximum speed out of this trip. After loading everyone up, (including Hinata so she could reserve her chakra for her byakugan) the group bid Hayate farewell and took off like a bullet.

Ayane was really having fun shooting through the trees. She felt totally free with the wind whipping through her hair. Momiji and Kasumi had travelled this way for short distances but with Naruto running flat out through the trees both of them would have been lying if they said there wasn't an adrenaline rush.

Aoi was terrified at first but calmed down once Naruto's clone agreed to carry her bridal style. She felt safer being held by him that way and eventually she began to enjoy talking to him as they shot through the forest. Aoi was honestly amazed that Naruto wasn't totally exhausted after a while of not only running at blazing speeds but carrying passengers as well.

Naruto's clones kept the excited children entertained by telling them stories as they travelled. Most of them thought the 'Rescue Tora' mission from his d-ranked genin days was hilarious.

Naruto ran hard until about three in the afternoon when they needed to stop and take a break. Everyone was hungry and Naruto was a bit worn but three-fourths of the trip was behind them. He and Hinata unsealed some food and everyone relaxed while Naruto's clones stood guard. Akihito came over to the original Naruto and said, "I don't see how you aren't totally exhausted Naruto-sama. Travelling that way with passengers at those kinds of speeds is unbelievable!"

"I admit I am a bit winded" said Naruto as he downed his tenth bowl of steaming hot ramen. "The food of the gods really hits the spot. Give me about an hour and we'll head out again."

After making sure the kids all had bathroom breaks and making sure everyone was full, Naruto created a new batch of clones and dispelled his old ones since their chakra was running low. They took off again at a slightly slower pace and arrived at the Hayabusa Village just as the sun was setting. They were all tired but as predicted they'd made it there in record time. Naruto himself was completely exhausted.

Ryu and Kureha welcomed them to the village but decided to wait until the next day to deal with formalities. The Uzumaki and Hien clans decided that calling it a day was in order as they all entered the Uzumaki Clan compound. Most of the children were asleep the minute their heads hit the futons. Everyone else was tired too and after a shower Naruto was fast asleep also. Hinata supervised everyone else and got then organized for the evening. It was decided they could pick proper rooms for the Hien clan in the next few days. The main thing was the Hien Clan was safe and for that Akito and Akihito were eternally grateful….

POSTSCRIPT:

Well, even though this chapter was short and completely rewritten twice I'm not 100% happy with it. It was mainly filler to set up the next arc which is the Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword game on DS. The first draft had way too many sex scenes in it so that got cut out since it really didn't advance the plot much. The second draft went into exhaustive detail about getting the Hien Villagers back to the Hayabusa Villager which was rather boring so I axed it as well. So we now have the third draft which gets the job done but isn't really breathtaking at all. Next chapter we'll be jumping back into the action. Blue out. 11/14/14