The Fox and The Ice Princess by ChaoFan01

A/N: So in the last chapter I got a couple reviews on here and one from a friend stating that I should add more puncuation and state who was speaking more as it was hard to identify the character who was speaking. I have taken this advice to heart after rereading the previous chapter and I agree that more puncuation and statements of who is talking would help so I am going to put those things into chapter 2. So let the chapter begin.

Disclaimer: Naruto and all of it's characters, settings, and the like are all owned by Masashi Kishimoto.

Sensei what are we supposed to do to beat this guy? asked Sakura shakily.

To be honest I don't know, as of right now though the best option is for the three of you to run away and let me catch up after I deal with the enemy. said Kakashi plainly.

But Kakashi sensei I can stay here and fight as well. complained Sasuke.

That maybe true Sasuke but right now you need to leave with the client to ensure that the mission is a success. stated Kakshi firmly.

Fine but I'd rather stay and fight grumbled Sasuke.

Alright then, Sasuke, Sakura, Tazuna the three of you need to run while I deal with this guy. said Kakshi as he turned to face his enemy in the tree.

Alright sensei. Lets go guys stated Sasuke firmly as he entered the role of leader in his mind.

Ok Sasuke-kun lets go said Sakura as Sasuke and Tazuna began to run towards the direction of the town.

Once his students and client were out of sight Kakashi looked towards the man who was standing on his sword that was still lodged in the tree with a bored look on his face.

Alright lets begin if you are ready...? stated Kakashi questioningly as he realized he still didn't have the name of his opponent.

Zabuza..Zabuza Momochi is the name you will beg mercy from as the last trace of life slips from your soul. stated the now identified Zabuza.

Zabuza Momochi..the Demon of the Mist...quite an interesting turn of events to run into you here. said Kakashi with slight suprise.

It is indeed, when I was informed that the bridge builder had hired ninja and they had eliminated his first two assailants I was curious as to who could have done such a thing. As it turns out they were defeated by a mere genin while his sensei watched the whole thing from the shadows like a snivveling coward. stated Zabuza boredly.

Well since you were unable to watch me fight against the first two assailants why don't you try your hand at it. said Kakashi as he readied himself for battle.

I would love the opportunity to but you see my main priority is the bridge builder and as of right now the only one I'm even slighty interested in fighting is the little blonde brat who took out two chunin level ninja. said Zabuza.

Well I'm sorry to dissapoint you Zabuza but in order to get to Tazuna you will have to get through me first. said Kakashi as he entered his battle stance.

That can be arranged Kakashi, as I will do simply that and kill you to get to the bridge builder. stated Zabuza calmly as he slowly stepped off of his sword and wrenched it out of the tree as he fell to the ground.

Alright Kakashi Hatake...let us begin. stated Zabuza with a trace bloodlust hinting in his voice as he rose his giant sword to shoulder level with his right hand with the sword pointing to the right.

If this is how you wish for your life to end Zabuza then I will gladly oblige by your wish. stated Kakashi as he drew two kunai from his pouch.

The two of them stood there for a while before Zabuza made the first move as he charged in and swung the massive blade down in an attempt to cut Kakashi in half. Kakashi defended with a cross guard using the two kunai as he blocked the massive blade.

The two combatants glared into eachother's eyes as Zabuza began to laugh.

What is so funny Zabuza? questioned Kakashi without breaking his stance or his glare.

Nothing much its just been a while since I've had some fun. stated Zabuza with obvious bloodlust in his voice as he raised his sword and moved to kick Kakashi in the stomach but missed as he jumped backwards to avoid the blow.

Yes this will be fun indeed Hatake..hahahaha.

Uh...we...were am I? stuttered Naruto as he arose and noticed he was no longer moving.

You are in the forest because you were in critical condition and I had to preform medical treatment here. stated Haku calmly.

Oh ok then. said Naruto as he began to regain his senses.

Alright you should be fine as long as you stay here for a while and don't move. said Haku as she turned away from Naruto.

Naruto got to his feet with a look of sadness in eyes. Wait are you leaving? questioned Naruto as Haku took a step towards the trees in the direction he guessed was the battle.

Yes I have to go because if I don't and my master finds me here, he will kill you and I can not let you die for no reason. stated Haku with sadness in her voice.

Please don't go...I mean you saved me and I feel like I need to repay you. Pleaded Naruto as Haku continued to walk away.

I can't my master will kill you if he finds you and I won't let that happen. said Haku with sadness in her voice.

Who is this master of your's that won't even let you talk to people and will kill them if you try to? Questioned Naruto, his voice full of curiosity.

He is a cruel man who found me as a child and took me in but when I thought I had found my savior I had actually found myself as a slave to his will and his will alone. stated Haku with obvious sadness in her voice.

Then if he is so bad then why don't you leave and find a life for yourself and be happy? Questioned Naruto with a hint of anger in his voice.

I can't okay I want to but he saved me so what do you expect me to do, just leave my savior he is the only reason I'm alive today? Yelled Haku as her eyes began to water.

Yes, if he saved you from death only to torture you then let him die. Yelled Naruto as he stepped towards Haku.

But he saved me from death and besides there is nothing left for me to live for anymore. yelled Haku tears glittering down her face.

Then make something for yourself to live for. said Naruto as he slowly walked towards Haku who had stopped and turned to face him.

Like what my parents are dead, I have no friends, and the only thing that I even have that is close to social interaction is when Zabuza uses me as a tool or for his own pleasure! screamed Haku as tears began to pour down her face.

Upon hearing this Naruto stopped dead in front of Haku. He...he did what to you? asked Naruto upon hearing this.

Nothing. said Haku as she looked towards the ground.

I heard what you said Haku now please repeat it so I know that I heard you right. said Naruto.

He..he uses me as a tool not only for his acts of murder and hatred but he also uses me as a tool for his pleasure against my will. said Haku as she looked into Naruto's eyes.

Then leave him and come with me. said Naruto as he took a step closer closing the distance between Haku and himself.

Wh...what? asked Haku bewildered at what she had just heard. I promise to never use you and I will stay by your side. said Naruto with deep emotion in his voice.

But what about your teamates and your home and friends? asked Haku as the words that she heard began to sink in.

You saw how much my team cares about me, and as for my home...I might as well live in prison because its the same treatment I get in that village outside of a few people. said Naruto as his face took on a saddened look.

But your family and those few people will miss you won't they. asked Haku with a hint of saddness as she now thought there was no way what Naruto said could actually happen.

I have no family, my parents died when I was born and the few people who care for me will understand so if its okay with you...Naruto was not able to finish his sentence as Haku tackled him to the ground in a powerful embrace.

Yes Naruto I will stay with you, I can see that the both of us have expierenced much hardship in our lives and I think that me being with you would lighten that load emmensily. said Haku as tears of joy began to fall from her eyes.

Okay then so thats that. said Naruto as he got up and stuck out his hand for Haku to grab.

As Haku grabbed his hand she was pulled off of the ground and into an embrace by Naruto which caused her to blush.

I will protect you Haku I promise. said Naruto in a caring voice that made Haku smile in joy at finally finding someone who she could call a friend.

Thank you Naruto. said Haku as she hugged Naruto back and closed her eyes.

No problem Haku. said Naruto as he pulled away and looked at Haku while flashing his foxy grin.

Haku simply giggled lightly at Naruto's smile. Naruto then took on a seriously look and said, now all thats left is to deal with Zabuza and my team. Haku looked at him seriously and nodded.

A/N: Okay so the Kakashi vs Zabuza fight was supposed to be finished in this chapter as well but I just couldn't bring myself to do it this chapter so I will do it in the next chapter. I would also like any opinions on the NaruHaku scene, I think I may have made it a bit to cheesy as they decided on running away together rather quickly but in my defense I like to think this. Imagine if you were living in a life were you had zero to very few friends, your family is dead, the only people who you have a social interaction with on a constant basis hate you or simply keep you around as a tool. Then you suddenly come across someone who had suffered like you and offered an escape to the way your living now. I would take the opportunity but that may just be me. But yeah tell me what you think all opinions are accepted (including flames) as always. So yeah until next time STAY SHINY!