The man stood there, watching.
For how long, he wasn't sure. He often found himself doing this but couldn't find it in him to move.
A part of him felt like he shouldn't even be feeling bad or remorseful, after all, he was the one who made the poor child's life hell.
But for him not to feel pity? That seemed inhumane, even for him.
The masked man hesitated, but took a step toward the shivering kid. The boy was asleep, but it was completely apparent he was freezing. The figure could feel his cold skin, even through gloved hands. He pushed a stray lock of blond hair off the child's face and gently picked him off the dewy grass, careful not to wake him.
The man moved quickly to a nearby bench and placed the blonde boy on it. At least he was off the ground.
Gingerly, he took off his black cloak and covered the boy, making sure to secure it around him tightly.
Again, he stepped back and stared at the child.
Mentally, he cursed the orphanage. Kicking out an innocent child at night--now that's harsh. The man chuckled to himself. He wasn't in any position to call that harsh, considering what his crimes were.
He sat down next to the boy on the bench, idly stroking his back. The masked man did this for what seemed like forever before he saw the sun making its first appearance.
He stood up now, realizing he should be on his way. He paused and considered taking back his cloak now, but shook his head instead. He took a few steps before smirking ever so slightly under his mask.
"I'll be back, Naruto." He almost snarled the words as he disappeared from sight.
Naruto blinked and sat up.
And with that, the first chapter is done! I think I did okay?
I'd also like to say updates will be sporadic, since I'm busy with school. But! They'll still be somewhat regular, there (hopefully) won't be humongous gaps between chapters.
Future chapters will also be much longer then this. I'm aware this was very short but I just wanted everyone to know the feel or whatever of this story, lol.
Bye-bye now!