Disclaimer: I only own the characters I mentioned in previous chapters, nothing new. And I don't own the song that plays during the reception, or any of the other characters for that matter.
A/N: I said I was going to do a double shot, but I didn't want to waste time, and I just wanted to see what people thought of this chapter. I hope it turned out okay, please review after you read, I would really like to know opinions. Alright, on with the story!
Chapter 20
Naruto's Wedding
After a few days of running through the forest, the group finally saw the gates to their beloved village of Konoha. "We're back," Naruto sighted in relief. "I really missed this place."
"I agree," Tenten nodded from her spot beside Naruto as they ran closer to the village entrance. When the group finally entered, there was a big welcome home cheer from the citizens, mostly for the return of Tsunade, the ninjas were bored without any missions to do.
"I guess I should head to my office then," Tsunade sighed.
"Yep Tsunade-sama, let's go," Shizune said. Tsunade nodded and the two women, plus Tonton, who had jumped into Shizune's arms once she entered, headed to the hokage office. Shizune glanced back, and waved at Michael briefly before they disappeared from sight. After a while, the others split up as well, doing whatever they wanted.
"Where are you going?" Naruto asked his sensei.
"Around," was Michael's simple reply, and with that, he headed off into a single direction into the village. Naruto turned to Tenten with a wide grin.
"Well, shall we go get some ramen?" Naruto asked with a grin.
"Is that all you think about," Tenten said with a roll of the eyes.
"Of course," Naruto grinned. "It's the best food in the whole world."
"Yeah, yeah. You say that everyday," Tenten said with a shake of the head. "Let's just go."
"YES!" Naruto cheered as he started to run towards the ramen stand. Tenten couldn't help but chuckle at Naruto's enthusiasm as she followed her enthusiastic boyfriend. A few minutes later, a few seconds for Naruto, the arrived at the ramen stand. Naruto quickly sat down and ordered 20 boys of ramen. Tenten's mouth was agape as she stared at her boyfriend with wide eyes.
"I knew you liked ramen, but that much," Tenten said with her jaw still dropped.
"Yep," Naruto grinned.
"What would you like to have?" Ayame asked Tenten.
"Oh, a vegetable ramen, thanks," Tenten said with a nod. After Ayame left into the back, Naruto and Tenten began to converse. A few minutes later, Ayame was back with everyone's orders.
"Here is your vegetable ramen," Ayame said as she handed Tenten her food. She then turned to Naruto with a large smile, "And here is your order of 20 bowls of any ramen."
"Thanks Ayame-nee-chan," Naruto smiled.
"No problem Naruto-kun," Ayame said. "So, are you two on a date?"
"Well, we're getting married," Naruto smiled.
"Wow, congratulations Naruto-kun, I'm so happy for you," Ayame grinned.
"Thanks Ayame-nee-chan," Naruto said as he started to finish up his 15th bowl. "So, how's business been going?"
"Good," Ayame replied. "How was the tournament you enter? Did you win?"
"It was fun, and yes I won," Naruto answered.
"Good job," Ayame smiled. "Michael-kun doing good then?"
"Ya, don't know where he went though," Naruto said.
"I think I do," Tenten said. "I need to go talk to him for a bit."
"Ok, I'll pay for the meal," Naruto said.
"Thanks," Tenten smiled. She handed her bowl to Ayame and headed off towards the memorial stone, the place she knew Michael was at. While she left, Naruto finished his last bowl, and paid for the meal. He then said goodbye to Ayame and headed for his home, he had to make plans for the wedding anyway. He was really excited.
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The sun began to set at the memorial stone, giving it a majestic color in Michael's opinion. He had been standing in the same place for half an hour, not moving an inch since reaching the little area. "Tenra," he whispered softly. "I wish you were still here." He remembered saying to Shizune that he loved her more than anything, but that still didn't make losing Tenra any better.
"Michael-sensei," came a soft voice from behind him. Michael glanced back into the trees to see Tenten walking out.
"Tenten-chan," Michael said. "What brings you here?"
"I wanted to see my sister," Tenten admitted. She smiled at the man before turning her eyes back to the stone. "It's hard to watch a loved one die right in front of your eyes."
"I agree," Michael said. "But, it's worse to see someone you loved before anyone betray you."
"You mean Josette?" Tenten asked.
"Ya, she told me that she loved me, always had. But, she went ahead and betrayed me, saying that Orochimaru would give them everything that they wanted," Michael mumbled. "I hate that damn snake."
"Well, he's dead now," Tenten tried to cheer Michael up.
"Maybe so, or maybe not," Michael said.
"What do you mean?" Tenten questioned.
"What I mean is, Naruto might have seen him die, but what if he didn't," Michael answered.
"That's a possibility," Tenten nodded. "But, I'm sure Naruto-kun killed that bastard snake."
"I hope so," Michael said. There was a long moment of awkward silence as the two friends just stood gazing at the memorial stone, more importantly, the name of Tenra that was written on the stone. "How did it happen?" Michael finally asked, breaking the silence. Tenten glanced at him for a second.
"How Tenra died, correct?" Tenten tried to clarify.
"Yes, I want to know any details, I want to know who killed her, incase they are still alive," Michael replied.
"Very well," Tenten sighed as she turned back to the memorial stone, a sad expression on her face.
Flashback
Tenten woke up to the sound of fighting all around her. She glanced to the sides to see sound and sand ninja fighting against the leaf ninja in a full scale battle. "What the hell is happening?" she asked no on in particular.
"It's Orochimaru," a voice said from behind her. Tenten glanced back to see an ANBU standing before her. She could tell that the ANBU had long dark hair, as she didn't bother to conceal it. She was also wearing a fox's mask over her face. Tenten knew who it was instantly, after the Kyuubi attack, Tenra was the only one who wanted to have a fox mask when she became a member of the ANBU.
"Tenra," Tenten said. "What do you mean its Orochimaru."
"You learned about him in school right?" Tenra asked.
"I don't think so," Tenten replied with a slight shake.
"Well, there's no time to explain, the only thing I can say is that he is a missing ninja," Tenra said. "He has signed a treaty with the sand, and plans on destroying the leaf."
"Damn, that's not good," Tenten groaned.
"Watch your language sis, and yes, you're right, it isn't good," Tenra sighed. A sound was heard from behind them as they glanced back to see a sound ninja charge them. Tenra jumped in the way and bit her thumb and then pulled out a scroll and wiped the blood on its surface. "Finally, I get to use the weapons Michael-kun left after he quit the ANBU and left the village." She did a few hand seals around the scroll and grinned at the attacking ANBU. "Summoning Jutsu!" The scroll puffed into smoke, and in an instant, Tenra was holding two bizarre blades. They each had a handle, and a single blade, but when Tenra squeezed the handle tighter, two more blades moved out from under the first, and created a three blade weapon.
"Wow sis! Michael-kun left those?" Tenten questioned.
"Yes, when he was in ANBU, for a short time after the incident concerning Kyle and his friends, he used these blades in combat. Only using them when needed, his sword was always the first out, since he was weaker with it. He gave his enemies a little advantage," Tenra explained.
"I don't care!" the sound ninja screamed. He jumped towards Tenra, who jumped forward as well.
"Supreme Kenjutsu! Tri Storm Attack!" Tenra commanded. She knocked the kunai out of the ninja's hand, and quickly began slashing the ninja, after the final strike, Tenra appeared behind the cut up body, both weapons at her side. "That was too easy." She attached the two weapons to her leg and turned to facing Tenten. "We have to get going." Tenten nodded, and followed her sister as they ran out of the stadium. After a little bit of running, they saw a group of ninja standing a not too far ahead. "Quick, get in there." Tenra motioned to a hole in the wall, which Tenten sat in, awaiting what was going to happen.
"Look what we have here boys," one of the ninja's spoke as he walked up to Tenra.
"An ANBU all the way out here, thought they would be in the stadium," another said.
"Ya, guess she doesn't want to help that pathetic Third Hokage against Orochimaru," a third member spoke up. The others laughed slightly as they moved towards Tenra.
"She is beautiful, maybe we could have a little fun before we kill her," one of the ninjas commented.
"You better keep your damn hands to yourself," Tenra snarled. Tenten focused on the men, and found them all wearing the same thing. They wore a grey vest over a black shirt, while they had on black, with grey lining, ninja pants. She also noticed a kanji on their vest, which stood for shadow.
'Who the hell are they? They don't even have a headband?' Tenten asked herself.
"You serve Kyle-teme, don't you?" Tenra asked the group.
"She's good," a ninja snickered. "But, it's time to end all the questions. Let's have some fun." Tenra gritted her teeth as she pulled out her two weapons, and turned it into the three bladed weapons she used earlier. She dodged the kunai with ease, and struck out at the ninja, managing to cut through and kill some of them.
"She's good," one of them commented.
"Ya, but we're going to kill her!" another screamed in frustration. They charged at her at the same time, their kunai at the ready. Tenra prepared her weapons and grinned.
"Ultimate Kenjutsu! Perfect Strike!" Tenra commanded. She suddenly disappeared in a flash, no one knew where she went. Until they glanced behind her, and saw her weapons stained with blood, and at her side. A grin was on her face, "Game over." The remaining ninja then fell into a heap, a giant gash on their chests, making blood pour out quickly. Tenra collapsed to her knees and her breathing became heavy. Her eyes opened suddenly when all of a sudden she found it hard to breathe. Tenten saw this and was about to head out and help her sister, until she saw a figure standing before Tenra. And not just any figure, Kyle himself stood there.
"You look like you're having trouble breathing," Kyle stated as he grinned. His hand was moving slowly, and Tenten could see a dark vapor easing off around Tenra's neck.
"Why…are…you here?" Tenra managed as her breathing became normal.
"Aw you didn't miss me?" Kyle asked with mock sadness.
"Who would miss a traitorous and sadistic bastard such as yourself?" Tenra snarled.
"No need to get angry," Kyle laughed. "I just came here to make my brother suffer. Now, where is he?"
"He's not here," Tenra said.
"Where is he then?" Kyle asked with interest.
"I don't know," Tenra snarled. "And even if I did, I wouldn't tell a son of bitch like you."
"Then you leave me no choice, I'll kill you, that will make him suffer enough," Kyle laughed.
"You damn bitch!" Tenra screamed at the boy in front of her.
"Enough of your tongue," Kyle snapped. The dark cape he was wearing moved silently in the wind as he lifted his hand and the shadows began to encircle Tenra. Her eyes widened as her vision was consumed by shadows. Tenten could only watch in helplessness. "This is the end for you." Kyle began to lift his hand higher, making Tenra rise into the air, her entire body covered by the shadows. "Reaper Death Jutsu!" A piece of shadow exited from the darkness surrounding Tenra, and formed a figure holding a black scythe. The figure took the scythe to the side before slashing through the darkness in front of him. The halves that were formed then exploded, and a large amount of blood began pouring onto Kyle's face, dripping off slowly. His eyes were cold, as he wore a smile on his face. He enjoyed using that move, it was always fun to taste blood in the morning.
Tenten watched in horror as her sister was gone forever. Kyle chuckled slightly before turning and disappearing out of Konoha. "Sister!" Tenten screamed as she ran out into the clearing, collapsing onto her knees. Tears began to fall silently as the rain of blood settled around her. "I'll make you pay Kyle," she whispered. "I'll make you pay!" The noise of battle became louder around her, but she didn't care, she just sat there, crying, for the death of her sister.
End Flashback
"Damn Kyle," Michael snarled once Tenten finished the story. He turned quickly around and began heading away from the memorial stone.
"Where are you going Michael-sensei?" Tenten asked, her voice full of concern.
"Too think," Michael simply said.
"Before you go, can I ask you something?" Tenten asked.
"Sure," Michael answered.
"Since my family isn't too happy with me marrying Naruto, they aren't going to attend the wedding," Tenten began. "And I was wondering if you would walk me down the aisle?" Michael gave a soft smile as he turned back towards the direction of his apartment.
"Sure," was all Michael said before bounding off through the trees. Tenten sighed softly and turned back to the memorial stone, tears falling down her face.
"I miss you sister, I miss you so much," Tenten whispered. She then turned around and left the clearing as well, leaving the memorial stone behind.
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The next day came quickly, and Tenten was now standing in front of a mirror. A white dress draped over her body. "I'm so nervous," she muttered.
"Don't worry Tenten," Sakura said from beside her. "I'm sure you will do fine."
"Thanks Sakura," Tenten bowed. "How many people out there?"
"Not many, remember how people view Naruto," Sakura replied.
"Ya, how could I forget," Tenten nodded.
"It'll be over before you know it," Sakura smiled. "And then you will be known as Tenten Uzumaki."
"Ya," Tenten grinned.
"Well, I have to get ready, got to walk up with Sasuke since he is Naruto's best man," Sakura said.
"Sounds fun," Tenten chuckled.
"Ya, well, see you when you get there," Sakura smiled. She then turned and walked out of the room, and towards where Sasuke would be. Tenten turned back to the mirror and took a deep breath.
"Show time," Tenten said. She then turned and exited the room. She saw Michael situated on the wall, he wore a simple tux with black jeans.
"You look good Tenten-chan," Michael smiled.
"You don't look too bad yourself," Tenten returned the smile.
"Well, let's go and get ready, it should be time by now," Michael told the girl. She nodded, and together, the left towards where they were supposed to be.
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Naruto stood nervously at the alter, his eyes glancing behind him to glance at Sasuke, who had a smile on his face. "Are you okay?" he asked the blond boy.
"Ya, just nervous," Naruto replied.
"Well, don't be," Sasuke said simply. Naruto nodded and glanced to the audience, which wasn't very big. It mostly consisted of the rookie 9, excluding Sakura and Sasuke who were at the alter with Naruto. Gai's team, except for Tenten of course. Their senseis: Kakashi, Gai, Kurenai, and Asuma. Anko sat next to Kakashi, Shizune sat by Tsunade up front, an empty seat to her right. Jiraiya was on the other side of Tsunade, his eyes gazing at the alter, anticipating the joyous moment about to happen. Gaara's team was in the crowd as well, and all the parents of the ninja there, excluding Tenten's. Some of the other Genin, mostly the Konohamaru corps., and Hanabi Hyuuga, were among the audience as well. Ayame was also there in the audience, she was the new owner of the ramen bar. The rest consisted of mostly Chunin, Joni, and ANBU. The music started playing and the entire audience stood up and turned to face the back of the small area.
Everyone smiled once they saw Tenten in her dress walk down the aisle, her arm connected with Michael's arm. He glanced at her briefly before turning back to the alter. They finally arrived, and the preacher looked at them. Michael nodded slightly and let go of Tenten's arm, letting her walk up and stand by Sakura and Naruto. Michael then took the empty seat by Shizune and placed his hand in hers.
(A/N: Skip to the I do's, don't know how a wedding works, or how they would do a wedding. Man I'm hopeless.)
"Do you, Naruto Uzumaki, take Tenten to be your lawfully wedded wife? To love and to cherish, in sickness and in health, so help you?" the preacher asked the blonde haired ninja.
"I do," Naruto said simply.
"And do you, Tenten, take Naruto Uzumaki to be your lawfully wedded husband? To love and to cherish, in sickness and in health, so help you?" the preacher asked Tenten.
"I do," Tenten stated.
"Then, by the power invested in me and that of Kami, I now pronounce you husband and wife," the preacher clarified. "Now you can kiss the bride." Naruto smiled as he lend in and kissed Tenten softly on the lips. They parted after a while and began to head down the aisle, the audience already standing, and Sakura and Sasuke following behind them. Everyone then began to leave and head for the Hokage mansion, which Tsunade was holding a reception at. It was time for some fun.
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The ninja that were present at the wedding, gathered in the Hokage's mansion, and began to enjoy themselves. After a few minutes, the DJ came on the speaker. "It's time for the first dance of the evening. And as always, the newlyweds get to dance to the song they have already picked out. Here is Lost in this Moment" The crowd began to cheer as Naruto and Tenten got in the center of the dance floor and held each other tight. The music started playing after that, and they began to dance to the melody.
See your momma, and the candles and tears and roses
I see your daddy walk his daughter down the aisle
Now my knees start to tremble as I tell the preacher
Don't she look beautiful tonight
All the wonderful words in my head I've been thinking
You know I want to say 'em all just right
I lift your veil and angels start singing
Such a heavenly sight
Lost in this moment with you
I am completely consumed
My feelings so absolute,
There's no doubt
Sealing our love with a kiss
Waitin' my whole life for this
Watching all my dreams come true
Lost in this moment with you
I smell the jasmine floating in the air like a love song
Watch my words draw sweet tears from your eyes
Bow our heads while the preacher talks to Jesus
Please bless this brand new life
Lost in this moment with you
I am completely consumed
My feelings so absolute,
There's no doubt
Sealing our love with a kiss
Waitin' my whole life for this
Watching all my dreams come true
Lost in this moment with you
Lost in this moment with you
I am completely consumed
My feelings so absolute,
There's no doubt
Sealing our love with a kiss
Waitin' my whole life for this
Watching all my dreams come true
Lost in this moment with you
Lost in the moment, (in the moment) in this moment with you
Lost in the moment, yeah
Lost in the moment, (in the moment) in this moment with you
Lost in the moment
The song ended, and Naruto and Tenten stopped dancing. Both of them smiled at each other and kissed each other softly. The others rejoiced, and all began to have fun. Konohamaru danced with Hanabi, who was actually having fun. Gaara talked with Kankuro in the corner, Sasuke joining them as well. Lee danced with Sakura, Kiba danced with Hinata, and Neji danced with Ino. Jiraiya and Tsunade began to drink some sake before they busted onto the dance floor and began to make a fool of themselves. And when Jiraiya got to close to Tsunade while they were dancing, he was pounded through the walls. Choji just ate at the buffet the entire time, not caring what was going on, that is until Ayame asked him to dance, which he accepted excitedly. Interesting couple they are, some people thought in their mind. Shino danced with some of the Chunin girls, while Kakashi danced with Anko, and Asuma danced with Kurenai. The others were pretty much dancing with whoever they could get to dance with them. Tenten occasionally would dance with Lee and Neji, while Naruto danced with Hinata, and Sakura.
Michael was situated in the corner of the huge room, his eyes gazing down at the floor. "You okay?" a voice asked from in front of him. He glanced up and saw Shizune looking at him with a worried expression.
"Y-Yeah, I'm fine," Michael tried to lie.
"Don't fool me, I know when something's wrong," Shizune frowned. "We haven't even danced yet, and I really want to."
"Sure," Michael simply said. They danced for the next few songs, before Michael took Shizune to the side so they could talk in private. "There is something I need to tell you."
"What?" Shizune asked, her expression becoming worried.
"I'm leaving," Michael simply said.
"Where to?" Shizune asked.
"After my brother," Michael answered.
"But, you could get killed," Shizune sobbed. "I don't want you to die."
"I know what could happen, but I have too," Michael began. "This is personal."
"When are you going to leave? And for how long will you be gone?" Shizune asked.
"I was going to leave tonight," Michael said.
"What?!" Shizune yelped. "You're not going to even say goodbye to the others. I know Naruto would be mad at you if you left without saying goodbye."
"I can't stay here long, I have to find him before he kills any more innocent people," Michael tried to reason.
"I want you to stay as long as you can, I don't want to see you go," Shizune cried.
"Fine, I'll leave tomorrow, and I'll take that time as well to tell everyone I know goodbye," Michael finally said.
"Ok, then let's go back to your room, I want to spend the night with you," Shizune said with a soft smile.
"Very well," Michael nodded. Together the two ninja left, leaving the reception behind. They entered the room a moment later, and quickly kicked off their sandals and headed into the bedroom. Michael was about to head over to the closet and began packing for the trip, when he felt a hand pull him back. He looked down to see Shizune looking at him.
"Pack in the morning, I just want to go to sleep, with you," Shizune pleaded.
"Fine," Michael sighed. He walked over to the bed and removed his shirt, throwing it onto the floor. He turned to see Shizune removing everything but her bra and panties. Michael smiled at the sight before kicking off his ninja pants so that he was in his boxers. The two lovers made love that very night, forgetting everything from the tournament to the wedding, and to the coming departure of Michael.
A/N: There was chapter 20, I'll try to get the final chapter out tomorrow. Next time, it's just about Michael telling everyone goodbye, and Shizune reveals something to him before he goes, what is it? You have to read to find out next time, "Farewell for Now. Michael's Departure." Hope this was good, please review, I really want reviews, they really help. Thanks again for reading, till next time.