"Time for Confession" Sayuri thought
After hearing Naruto word Sayuri decided that it would be better to confess everything he is going to ask.
"OK young lady, tell us why were you stalking us from the past months" Naruto asked in a commanding voice.
Hearing that voice Sayuri became embarrsed a bit but gaining some courage she decided to speak.
"I am not stalking on you, I have been watching over you from the Shadows. And not from past month. I have been watching over you from past two years." Sayuri replied.
Yasaka who heard that became surprised at sudden confession. Since it was getting interesting, she decided to inquire more about it. So she asked it in a very polite manner.
"Why are you watching over him, you know Naruto is not talented Ninja and he also failed the graduation three times. And moreover he is called worst ninja in the history of Shinobi".Yasaka said it in a playful manner.
Naruto who was listening this was getting embarrassed for that teasing
But Sayuri answer surprised said.
"It's true that Naruto failed his graduation three times but in my eyes he is proud failure. Because even after that he keep trying to do his best. And he is not good at many things but even after that he tried to learn it, instead of giving up. That is why I looked up-to him from past two years and will always believe In his strength"
Naruto after hearing that reply became astonished. This is the Same reply his Hinata told him in his past life. He wanted to know about this girl. He asked hesitantly..
"What is your Name and why do you believe in me so much".
Hearing that question Sayuri decided to tell about herself.
"I am Sayuri Uchiha of the Hidden Leaf Village. I am daughter of current Uchiha Clan Leader and sister of Itachi Uchiha and Sasuke Uchiha. Even though I am from Uchiha Clan I am not a talented like any from my clan. I also worked hard to gain my Family Acknowledgement but I failed. Being feeling outcast I gave up on that"
When she was telling about herself, Yasaka and Naruto were listening very attentively. Yasaka because this girl had special feelings for Naruto and different from the people who look hatefully at Naruto.
Naruto because she is the same girl Hagoromo told about and the same girl who will fight by his side to deal with the threat Hagoromo told about. But unlike Indra Reincarnation she is very kind but soon he realized that this is a different world and Indra of this world left Ninshu successorship to Ashura and left for his journey of this world. Only his descendants had bad blood with Senju. So Indra must be a kind Shinobi in this world. But his Reincarnations must be possessed by curse of Sharingan Doujutsu. And specially she is representing the feelings of Hinata from his world.
Sayuri began telling about herself
"When I was in 3rd year I heard about your failing In graduation exam. At first I didn't believe because you are hokage son so I ignored it. But when reached 4th year I heard the same news, I became curious about you. So I started following you, and realised that you were alone and tormented by your seniors. And when you were cleaning the Inuzuka Puppies, I read your Diary you left there. I believe that you are special because after failures and unfair treatment people usually give up that thing but you keep on trying even though you aren't gaining any results. I believe that This time when you will pass your exams I will congratulate you and will talk to you like Kohai and Sempai. But you failed again.I felt sad for you and promised myself that this time I will help you to fulfill your dream."
At this Point tears started coming from her eyes while telling her story."But that hope also didn't come to me. When I heard that you are fighting for your life. I couldn't bear it. A world where you don't exist, I can't bear that thought. That time I realized that I want to be at your side. I wanted to be your best girl. The pain I felt in heart was so deep that I ended up crying. Because of that pain I ended up having a Mature Sharingan in my eyes. But I didn't give up on my hope on your coming back and it became fruitful when you came back alive and defeated death. But even after that you didn't came to Academy. I was beginning to think that you're trying to give up So I decided to came here where you usually train. I was surprised by her and your different was also glad she is training you to become a better ninja. I also saw that little cute fox. She is really pretty. When you were about to leave today, I was about to go but it turned out that you sensed my presence and you know the rest of it."
After hearing that Naruto stood stunned. He was in Dilema. This girl confessed her feelings in front of him and yet he cannot answer it. This girl has watched Namikaze Naruto for past 2 years and had feelings for him and he is ignoring it. The Emotions were overwhelming. The Real Naruto Namikaze emotions which were present in Naruto decided to finally say goodbye to this world. So he recalled Naruto Uzumaki consciousness in Spiritual Realm.
In Spiritual Mindscape
Naruto is again in a void had been here when he first came in this world. When he merged with Namikaze. He became surprised when he saw his presence in front of him.
"I am glad you're doing well Oni-San."Namikaze replied
Naruto who was astonished at this sudden appearance asked him.
"Why did you suddenly called me in this manner".
Namikaze answers honestly;
"To finally say Goodbye to you and leaving your body forever. I have heard everything from our emotional link. I am an idiot. I ignored the girl who is always looking for me for the sake of my crush on Hinata. I am pathetic. I don't even deserve her kindness. But maybe in next life I will spend my life with her. Oni-San before I leave I want you to hear my last selfish request."
"Why are you talking like this. Don't you want to see your adventures and achievements. Don't you want to prove your family that you are special. Don't you want to live up-to Hinata expectations". What about Sayuri who just confessed to you? Naruto asked angrily
"Oni-San this is where my journey ends. Namikaze Naruto died the day when he protected his Elder Sister. I was looking through you and now I truly believe that you will achieve something better than being a Hokage. Oni-San tell me what is your Dream now". Namikaze asks calmly.
"I just want to save my friends I was not able to protect in my past world" Naruto replied
"It is a good goal, but Oni-San you tell me one thing who are your friends here".Namikaze simply asked
Naruto became silent. In this world he was no one friend. He don't even know about them. He can call him comrades who serves for same village but they are not his friends. No one even asks about him. They don't even remember his Name properly because in their eyes he is nothing besides Hokage only Son and Genius Minami and Naruko Brother.
Namikaze said
"Oni-San during the days I stayed with you, you must have realized that you cannot continue your life the same way you have in your original you have to live your life as Naruto Uzumaki Namikaze. You cannot be friend a person who doesn't care about you or force them to be your friend. You have to stay focus for your goal which you already have. You can only form bonds with those who at least know about your presence. Here no one know about my existence. In their eyes I am only Hokage son. So please don't try to live the way like you have in past or change things unnecessary. I had my interactions with Oji-San, and he said to me one important thing. Life doesn't stay the same in every existence. It always change according to its New Nature and Surrounding. Here you can change the flow of direction but you must also remember that something must always happen without changing it and if changed, it can bring disaster far greater than previous one we had assumed."
What are you talking about"? Naruto asked in confusion
"Oni-San you said you want to save your friends but sometimes, it would be better if we don't change things forcefully. Here Hinata your reincarnated wife will not confess to you, You must confess your feelings to Hinata Hime. Here Sasuke Uchiha will not fight by your side, But Sayuri Uchiha will. Here Gama-Sennin will not give his summons to support you but Yasaka Hime of Kitsune Clan, A Youkai being will give you her support. Here you can help Itachi and Shisui Uchiha to gain them Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, because they are the actual reincarnation of their past world, just like you. Here you are not the Naruto of the Tale of Gutsy Ninja but you can be the sequal of that book which will be remembered as "The Tale of Namikaze Uzumaki Naruto". Oni-San things what happened on your world will also happen here. But In this world Ninjas are not the only beings to be varied. You must remember the fact that this is also a place where Youkai of them were good and some might be bad. You can avoid certain things such as Hokage death by giving both the Uchiha Eternal Mangekyo. But you mustn't save Sasuke from getting the Curse mark. Because he is not Indra Ototsutki will Inheritor. She is in front of you. Sasuke is just a person who will become a victim. In your time he had nothing precious as family but this time it will be in his choice. If he chooses to go toward evil, he will redeem for it. You cannot forcefully change the growth of a plant just because you know that in your timeline it never blossoms. As Oji-San said to me, "Life doesn't stay the same in every existence, it changes according to its New Nature and Surrounding". Maybe that way the the plant which never blossoms in your timeline can became an almighty tree in this timeline. "
Naruto realized that Namikaze is right. He can enjoy the happiness he didn't get in his past life but he cannot forcefully change anyone's fate. He has knowledge and he must use it wisely. He is not here to change things just to satisfy his regrets. He was send here to protect this world from someone which even Hagoromo-ji-San don't know. It doesn't matter if he cannot save everyone, the most important thing is to maintain things in balance. He smiled and replied in genuine way.
"You are right. I am not here just to Redeem my mistake but to protect this world from an unknown danger. I cannot change everything but I can turn it to right direction. If things are going to happen, let it happen. What we choose in our life is the same we redeem in that same life."
"Thank You I now know that what I must do. But if you leave how will I reply to Sayuri feelings". Naruto asked worriedly
Namikaze chukled at that and decided to give answer to his query:
"Oni-San in this world women has the right to choose his husband. If by any chance more than one women fell in love with the same men, then polygamy is allowed but If it is accepted by the Diamyo of that specific country with Kage Authority and importantly all women are willing to accept it in front of Diamyo and Kage. So don't worry about falling in love with more girls and responding to their feelings."
"I understand but why are you telling me this" Naruto asked with an embarrassing look on his face.
"Because of what I saw in your original world polygamy was not accepted due to that you ended up not responding properly to those girls who fell in love with time please be honest and respond properly" and my last selfish request
"Please make Sayuri happy and respond to her feeling by what your heart tells you. If by any chance you face the situation of telling your real Identity then only tell it in family and Shisui only. In your past life he want to adopt you as your brother but he was not able to because of failed Coup de tat. And Danzo's Interfere. And if they ask about me, tell them that we have fused into a single soul, you being dominant personality. That will be my final wish." Namikaze replied to his brother figure.
Naruto Understanding the meaning nodded and said "You better watch over me and when ever I will be trouble I will remember the promise I made to you" "I hope in next life we both will reincarnate into Real Brothers. That will be my Selfish wish"
"I do hope that it will be fulfilled one day" and tell Kurahime that I am sorry for being a Useless Host and She looks really sexy in her human Nine tails Youkai form" By saying those words his emotions started to fade away with a bright foxy smile on his face.
In Reality...
Naruto was still in a shocked state. He was not to comprehend how he will respond to Sayuri feelings. But his last interaction with Namikaze Naruto Emotion, he became clear of his doubts. He decided to answer honestly.
"Sayuri you see I never really paid attention to you. For that I am really sorry. You were always looking for me and I really appreciate that but I have a crush on Hinata Hime and I don't know how to respond to your feelings. I may not consider you special right now, But if you want I will consider it in near future. Right now I want you to be my first Uchiha Will you be my friend? Naruto asked Nervously.
"Naruto Namikaze, my feelings for you will never change and my dream is to be your best girl. You may not see it right now but I will definitely work hard to gain your acceptance. Yes. I will be first friend and will always support you in your life."
Sayuri replied with tears flowing in her eyes.
"Thank you" was the only word Naruto could say.
Yasaka who had been watching this became emotional and hugged both of his friends. She maybe a Youkai but even she knew the value of first friend. She said in cheerful tone.
"Good for you Naruto. Now you have your human friend and who knows she may became your girlfriend and soon your lover" she said it with a mischievous smile on her face.
Sayuri when heard that comment asked in polite manner."What do you mean by First Human Friend"?
Naruto who heard that realize that she is not aware of Yasaka True Identity so he decided to speak for her.
"Sayuri She is Yasaka Hime. She is actually a summoned beast whose origin are of Youkai. She is the princess of Kitsune Clan who exist in Makai Country. And she is the current leader of her Clan. She cannot enter in her fox form specially in Konoha. You know How Fox are hated in our Village."
Sayuri remembered the hate villagers had for foxes because of Kyuubi easily understood and nodded. She then replied to Yasaka.
"It is my pleasure to meet you and thank you for training Naruto. I really appreciate it."
Yasaka simply smiled and said " There is no need for formality from now on you are also my friend and Naruto summons will head your advice and will help you if any trouble occur to you. By the way You said that you have awakened your Mature Sharingan. Have you told anyone about it."
Sayuri replied with hopeful look" No I haven't and I don't plan to. If possible can you seal it for the time being so that it doesn't react to my emotions"
After Hearing her request she went in front of her and castes her Youkai magic in from of her eyes and suddenly blue fire which emitted from Yasaka hand covered Sayuri eyes and when it glowed down she responded "Now it is done. For the time being No one can detect your Sharingan. I am glad you asked me because that eye is a reflection of that person emotions. And it's power it's beyond Imagination".
"Thank you very much, I really appreciate it. " Sayuri said respectedly
Seeing that it's is almost darkening Naruto told them that we must go home now. Our parents will be worried if we don't went back at time. Yasaka nodded but Sayuri insisted on staying for a bit and requesting Naruto to let her play with Kunou. Naruto seeing that simply told her that she can play with her tommorow and he will talk to her tommorow regarding his goals. Unwilingly she she accepted and all of them started to went back at their home.
Yes it is indeed a New Day of his now have a friend and he will work to fulfill his mission for which he was send here without creating any unnecessary changes. With that with a smile he went to his home along with Yasaka and Kunou.
To be continued...