Hey guys, it's me! Been a while, I know, and I'm sorry about that. I'm studying to go to medical school, and it's been taking up my life, really. Every test matters, and aside from my doses of naruto I've been pretty booked ahaha. I have a life too, ya know :P But here I am, with an update. Sorry it took so long.

Oh, I'll be editing the chapters btw, so updates will show but there won't be chapters...so many mistakes to fix, sorry about that! Also, is the formatting bad for any of y'all? If so, let me know what needs to be fixed. Having a bit of trouble with the interface here.

One big question for y'all, would you be interested in some "short story" chapters interspersed between the plot? Like their own standalone chapters that flash back in Naruto's life...sort of like informative filler like the life of Kakashi in the actual series, but instead like missions with Naruto and relationship stuff. Idk, if you feel strongly in any direction leave a review or send a PM. Anyways, thanks to all you readers and here's the chapter! Tis a boring one, lots of necessary plot driving, but I tried to include some fun here and there. Mostly info tho :(. ON WITH THE STORY!

"...brat…" he began, sheathing his Kubikiribocho. "Shut the fuck up."

The blonde turned his attention to the young, masked girl in his arms that just joined the party. "Hello Haku-chan, how are you doing, Snowflake?" he asked, ruffling her hair with an amiable grin, using the old nickname he first gave to his friend. Unknown to him, this particular snowflake was on her way to melting, as she thanked kami that her mask hid her blush. 'He remembers!'

Off to the side, Zabuza's ire reached a tipping point and he screamed, "OI BRAT DON'T IGNORE YOUR OLD SENSEI YOU UNGRATEFUL PIECE OF SHIT, I'LL TEAR YOU TO-"

"Jiton: Ketsugou Mukei (magnet release: intangible prison)" responded Naruto, activating the same jutsu again, effectively shutting the swordsman up as he fell to the ground.

"Ano….I hate to interrupt..but would you mind filling your ol' surrogate brother in?" asked an exhausted Kakashi with a tired eyesmile. "I suppose I shouldn't be surprised, but how do you even know Zabuza, Naruto?"

"Hahaha, right well I guess that could be confusing…..he was the one who taught me kenjutsu. Apparently my mom had a run-in with them in the past, and I met Zabuza-sensei and Haku-chan here on a reconnaissance mission I had with Itsumi-chan" he explained.

"U-um...N...Naruto-k-kun…" started a shy Satsuki, extremely impressed at the power he held as such a young man. A young, fine, man with abs she just wants to….AHEM. Adopting mannerisms similar to that of our favorite Hyuga, she lowered her gaze before continuing, "where has my sister gone?"

Naruto looked at her with a sympathetic smile. "She's taking care of some very important business alongside the other Heavenly Dragon you met earlier. I will be continuing our initial mission objective on my own. Fortunately, we happen to be headed in the same direction as Team Seven, so we will accompany you to Wave. Zabuza-sensei and Haku-chan will no longer be adversaries, so after Haku-chan heals you up you should be set for this mission, Inu-nii-san."

An exhausted Zabuza gave him a questioning look. "Wait what I haven't heard anything about this, what do you mea-"

"EEEEEK! A MISSION WITH NARUTO-SENPAI!" gushed Haku, now clutching onto Naruto's arm much to Natsumi's ire.

Chuckling, Naruto detached himself from the ice user before stretching out his arms. "I'll tell you two when we're alone, away from prying ears" he said, giving a nod to Kakashi, hoping that he would understand. "Now, you all are either exhausted or too inexperienced, so I'm going to pick up the pace for you. Kage Bunshin no Jutsu!" He quickly picked up everyone in a princess cary, which yielded varying reactions.

There was Sakura, being the normal annoying bit- I mean banshee that she is.

Zabuza and Kakashi shared the same, mortified, ashamed thought. They were some of the deadliest men. Being carried like a princess. By someone who was SUPPOSED to be their underling. Who was half their age. Many manly tears were shed later that night.

Meanwhile, the young maidens in love were blushing up a storm. Natsumi was faring a bit better, acting flustered and annoyed at her brother to cover up the intense, embarrassing pleasure she got from it. Satsuki…..she passed out, Hinata-style the second she was in his arms. Haku's mask was still on, and thankfully so. She was currently drooling, her body flushed as she leaned into him to push her budding breasts into his muscular frame. She took the advantage of wearing such a loose, covering garb, and secretly brought a hand to covertly play with her extremely needy pussy - an activity she only recently discovered. She had hidden from her father (who's thankfully a deep sleeper) to masturbate to the thought of Naruto many a night, and the closet pervert that is Haku couldn't help but succumb to the desires her love brought to her.

Having arrived in Wave Country, they met Tazuna and his family and while the kids settled down, Kakashi came to talk to his long-lost surrogate brother. "So Naruto, since when did you know your father's jutsu?" Kakashi questioned, gaining intrigued looks from the genin who were unpacking nearby. Natsumi still couldn't believe her brother was alive, Sasuki couldn't believe there was ANOTHER heir to the Yondaime...and that he was in a romantic relationship with her older sister. And Sakura's mind was still reeling about Sasuke, or should I say Sasuki, being a girl.

"Oh you know, I dabble here and there" Naruto winked. "Plus my chakra reserves let me hasten the training of techniques with the Kage Bunshin."

"You've come a long way from your brief year of the academy" the scarecrow chuckled, turning back to his perverted giggling as he gazed upon the holy words of Icha Icha. He knew the blonde was hiding something, but chose to let it be. After all, what were shinobi without their secrets?

"What can I say, I'm just that awesome!" he replied with a megawatt grin. 'I should thank Kami that the kage bunshin trick is somewhat believable, given my reserves. Heh, they don't know the half of it'

~~~FLASHBACK~~~ Details about Naruto's training and power, you can skip if you want

"Eeeeeeeeh, why can't Ryuu-chan come on our field trip?" Asked a blonde, riding on the back of the dragon boss, Rumi. It took him quite a while to get used to flying, but now he took to it like a fish to water...or rather, a dragon to the skies.

"Because this is not simply a field trip. We are going to a very special place, my child. Brace yourself for landing" she huffed, landing with a graceful thud before shaking her companion off.

"So Rumi-Chan, what will I be learning?" asked Naruto, his bright cerulean eyes reflecting his eagerness to learn. The towering dragon had to admit that the boy was…cute. Almost like a pet dog. His eyes were looking all around him, soaking up the vast mountain range of a world they called home. Spinning around rapidly, he registered that they were on a high, round plateau with bridges on all sides, each with different symbols. He identified them as the five main elements, making him believe that the different paths led to environments specific to fire, earth, and so on. Sort of like a Draconic Elemental Nations, he mused with a cheery smile, proud of his deduction.

"Welcome to the Mountain of Harmony, a place of pilgrimage for the dragon race. It is a place of enlightenment and training of the Draconic Arts, the magic that has solidified our race as divine fighters." Rumi breathed, breaking Naruto out of his observations.

"Your kind know this as a sage region, similar to Mount Myoboku for the Toad Sage, Shikkotsu Forest of the Slug Sage, and Ryuchi Cave of the Snake Clan, though our intelligence claims that they have yet to accept someone for their arts. Do not be surprised child. Though we have secluded ourselves from your world, and have become myths and legends of stories, we do our research to keep our knowledge up to date" she finished with a grin.

An awe-struck Naruto suddenly gulped as the significance of this place dawned upon him. Shaking his head, he tried to connect the dots to himself. "So Rumi-chan, since you mentioned before that I'm the only dragon summoner, does that mean I get to be some sage person and learn some super-awesome powers!?" he asked excitedly.

"HAHAHA" roared the great dragon, covering her hysterical face with a wing. "Yes, young one. But first Naruto, I must ask if you're familiar with what we call 'Kekkei Genkai' in your world."

"Of course! I'm not an idiot!" Naruto huffed. "It's that thing that Itsumi-nee has that gives her the Sharingan, right?" he concluded with a proud smile that caused the dragon to sweatdrop.

"While you're not wrong, kekkei genkai encompass far more than doujutsu – those fancy eyes you know of. They are variations in a person's genes, mutations, that cause for a certain nature release or ability to surface. These are often heritable, and more relevant to your training than you believe" began the majestic beast before him. "And before you get your brain too confused, I'll just tell you. You have a kekkei genkai" she revealed, causing his breath to hitch, his wide eyes staring in disbelief. "Believe it or not, your mother's clan: the Uzumaki, had one of the most fearsome bloodlines in history. It was so powerful, that even though it was a recessive trait unique to the main family, the two biggest villages at the time, Kumogakure and Kirigakure, waged war on your small homeland, wiping them out. Though that's not to say they didn't hold their own. However, they were facing a bleak future due to the sheer difference in number, and believed that even with our help, they couldn't deal with 50,000 ninja. Due to the overwhelming odds, the Uzumaki clan decided against calling upon us, deciding to sacrifice themselves in order to keep knowledge of us and their treasured scrolls lost in the annals of history. This is why dragons remain myths, for we have shown ourselves to a very select few."

Naruto's brain was all but fried as he took in the knowledge he was once so desperate for. Knowledge of his family, his mother...himself. Fighting back a lone tear, he cleared his throat to ask the burning question on his mind. "...what is it?" he began. "What ability could possibly so powerful that it caused my family's death. That caused me to be alone…." he muttered.

With a sigh, Rumi turned to look over the mountains that they would be training on.

"Naruto-kun. Your family's downfall was caused by the jealousy and cowardice of others, and the honor and power of your people. Your gift is a blessing, and don't you ever forget that. The ability you have, Soul of Harmony was named after this very place. It allows you to manipulate every element to a heigtened degree, allowing you to combine them to form any nature transformation. Tell me child, why do you think we choose to train our race here, instead of the intense, elemental terrains these bridges lead to? Is it not plain?"

"...hmmmm…..Harmony, eh? Hm….because there's a balance of all the elements here? I mean all of them lead here, but...that can't be right, there's like nothing here. Aaaaagh I can't take it anymore, what is it?!" screamed the frustrated blonde, squinting his eyes and pouting in confusion.

The ancient dragon was actually stunned at how close he had gotten, without even realizing it. Shaking her head with an amused smile, she morphed into her human form, a gorgeous 5'10" model-esque woman that looked no older than 20. She wore an elegant, white dress that showed off some of her considerable cleavage, and stopped slightly past her round rear. Running a hand through her long, silky blue hair, she walked over to a nearby shrine, forming some handsigns. Revelling slightly in Naruto's awed stare, she continued.

"Close, but not quite, Naruto-kun. Most shinobi would want to train and specialize in their natural affinity. Most of the Uzumaki clan specialized in Suiton, and thus trained in the whirlpools of Uzushiogakure. However, as the heir to the clan and sage of the dragons, you are gifted with every affinity. This you learned from the ruins when your other sensei gave you the chakra paper" she chuckled, seeing the look of concentration on the boy's face was...cute. Yes, cute..like a puppy, she repeated to herself. Yes, like a pet. Nothing more, definitely not THAT kind of cute. "Anyway...the question remains. Why here? Put simply, it is where all elements meet together in Harmony, as the name of your kekkei genkai and this sacred place describe. This shrine possess five elemental gems that will glow bright when you have achieved mastery over each element. The Earth of this mountain, representing your strength. The Wind of the sky we stand high in, symbolizing your potential. The Water and Electricity that flow between your body and your mind, showing the fluid yet quick reactions you will develop - your instincts. And finally, the Fire that burns deep within your heart - your unwavering (AN: had to, I have no regrets) will. In order to develop your more complex nature transformations like Lava and Ice you must first master each element. I hope you're ready."

Naruto did not like the sadistic gleam in her eyes. He didn't like it one bit.

~BORING INFO IS OVER~

Naruto was broken out of his reverie by a certain banshee when she finally registered what Kakashi had said.

"Naruto-san went to the academy?" questioned the bubblegum bitch, not recognizing his face at all. How one forgets the only whiskered face in the Elemental Nations is beyond me. Then again, a lot about Sakura is disturbing.

"Of course!" he announced, turning to the two genin. "Though I was only there for a year until my...ahem...anyways, I was the deadlast" he finished with a wink.

"DOBE/YOU?!" exclaimed the now enlightened duo. It was then a realization hit both of them. Sakura remembered the boy that always crushed on her, and her "genius" mind began churning in a futile attempt to solve the riddle of Naruto. He died! He was supposed to have been killed, that's why the Hokage had him labeled as a hero of Konoha when he revealed the truth to the village, and imprisoned all of his attackers.

Sasuki was doing much worse, as her heartbeat went into overload.

"Y-you...we, k-kissed..wha..I..how are you going to take responsibility if you're with Nee-san?!" asked a frustratingly cute Sasuki, twiddling her fingers and looking down to hide her burning face.

Naruto shared a look of amusement with the cyclops ninja before he turned to a laughing Zabuza and an annoyed Haku. "We're leaving for Kiri now. I was told you'd know who Mei, Ao, and Ameyuri Ringo are, Zabuza-sensei."

"Mei?" the Demon of the Bloody Mist exclaimed in shock. "HAHA so it's finally begun, eh?

"Hai...we're to leave immediately. Fortunately, Mei provided us with some useful things beforehand, which allows me to use my own version of my old man's move" he began to weave hand signs, something he normally doesn't need to do. Zabuza knew this, and wondered how much chakra it was taking.

"Naruto, wait!" Kakshi grabbed his shoulder, before looking at him square in the eyes. "Hokage-sama will want to know about this in my report. Remember what I said...people miss you, many were devastated when you died. But I understand if you don't want to return to that hellhole….even though it would be treason to lie, I'd be willing to face the possible consequences as your brother...I failed you enough" he finished, a lone tear escaping his normal eye. "What will you have me do?"

Naruto gave him a warm smile, before turning to address the Konoha nin. "Hokage-jiji already knows, he has for years. It was simply a SSS-ranked secret. But this run in with you four has shown me that it's finally time to come out of the woodwork. Feel free to talk with him about it, I'll send a message to him confirming it. Satsuki, Natsumi….Itsumi-chan and I will visit Konoha soon, and given the plans I have in store, it might be sooner than you think" he winked, before going to hug his sister again. Unknown to the others, he put a small necklace into her ninja pouch, whispering into her ear. "If you ever need me for ANYTHING, put your chakra into the necklace I just gave you, and think about a message to me. I'll come running, and I will always protect you, my precious little imouto."

Natsumi blushed a bright red before passing out, one stray thought passing through her mind at the end. 'Eh? Imouto? But I'm...the older...one...'

After bidding farewell to Team Seven plus an unconscious, smiling Natsumi, the remaining trio moved to a dense part of a nearby forest.

"Alright you two, hold onto me tight. This'll be a rough ride the first time. Hiraishin no Jutsu!"

Naruto's legendary sensory abilities allowed him to augment his father's signature jutsu. Having received a sample of Mei's Chakra signature from her initial request scroll, he was able to locate her and use it as a beacon. This allowed him to tag an assured chakra source, rather than having to be present or have kunai present. It was the pinnacle of shinobi technique.

Unfortunately, there are downsides to every jutsu. This was made obvious as the group was transported into a large bathing room, a very naked Mei and Ameyuri Ringo staring back at them.

They quickly made a move to cover themselves, but it was too late, as the Demon of the Hidden Mist was sent flying back with a nosebleed.

"Z-Zabuza...Zabuza-kun?!" exclaimed Ameyuri, rushing to his side in concern.

Zabuza groaned, as he sat up with his fellow swordsman's help. "Y-yo, Yuri-Chan….How've you been?" he said with a sheepish grin.

"How have I been…" she began, her hair covering her eyes in the classic anime style. You know, the #omgyoufuuuuuckedbroyourtsunderegirlgonnawrecku way. "That's a good question. I mean it's not like you'd easily know that if you sent a letter to your GIRLFRIEND once in awhile, ne Zabuza-KUN?!" she finished with a sickening smile, as she dragged the screaming man out the door. "Permission to leave, Mei-sama?" she asked without looking back.

"Permission granted" replied the calm, confident auburn-haired woman. Now comfortable with the situation, she adjusted the sparse silk robe she wore around her abode. Sauntering over to Naruto, she removed his Draconian Masked before cooing in delight. "I'm so happy you're working with us Naruto-sama" she purred, licking his sensitive whiskers, causing him to unconsciously moan in extreme pleasure.

Naruto, however, had enough. "Excuse me, Terumi-sama. As your client I've been very polite and tolerant, but please do not do that" he said as he glared, having pushed her away a bit by her shoulders.

Unfortunately for him, Mei liked what she saw very, very much. And she was a very forward, dominating, and persistent woman. She knew she would have him eventually, perhaps not even as an intimate lover but she would have him nonetheless. "Ara? Then what's with this beautiful thing?" she whispered to him, breaking his grasp and grabbing his blatant erection. This caused Haku's face to redden both with unhidden arousal and righteous fury towards her superior.

Naruto was mentally cursing his sensitive whiskers and passive nature. He had let this go on too long, and he was not about to break his girls' trust. "I'm sorry Mei, but if you continue these unnecessary actions, I will have to retract my services. I am married, and am not looking for new relationships."

Mei narrowed her eyes. She never showed interest in men, ever, but she knew that she was a goddess to her followers. How DARE he reject her?! Huffing in annoyance, she put on a professional demeanor before apologizing and excusing herself to go blow off some steam elsewhere before the war meeting. However, another girl took this far worse.

"Y..you're married?" came a broken voice, as she grasped Naruto's shirt tightly, her teary eyes contorted in pain and heartbreak...giving a desperate look to the love of her life as she asked the words that were like daggers to her heart. A confused and shocked Naruto could only nod.

And she broke.

Well that was fun. Team 7 is on their way to fame, Konoha will learn of Naruto's current status...what will that spell for Naruto and the girls? Hinata, Ayame, they'll all discover that Naruto was indeed alive all this time. I wonder what'll happen, I really do...hm.

And lol Pervert Haku. Beautiful, teenage girl discovering her sexuality. And so madly in love with our protagonist. Poor girl, having her heart broken so quickly.

Well, sorry for the informative chapter, it's a bit dry and boring but necessary to progress the plot. There'll be fighting next time I promise.