Chapter 2:

Into the New World!

"Speaking"
'Thoughts'

"SCREAM"

FLASHBACK

(Mostly Naruto POV this Chapter)

Naruto sighed, scratching the back of his head, letting his blonde hair fall limp as he removed the hair tie in the back of his head, the tie falling into his calloused hands. He watched the man in front of him, his client, Uchiha Sasuke. Jealousy bit at the back of his throat as he watched the midnight hair slide from side to side, his calm and collect demure never leaving his face. Naruto bit his lip, comparing them both. He never understood why the 2 fiancées liked Sasuke so much; he really wasn't……ok he was; he was good looking, rich and smart. It seemed those were the only things that mattered lately, the Europeans coming to his remote village really shaking things up.

He let his mind finally go blank, just staring down the some-what worn pathway that lead towards their destination. He could finally see the clearing; the trees becoming thinner and the ground becoming less littered with debris that fell from the trees. He shifted his pack and sped up; motioning for everyone to do the same. He heard the wolf's call ring out again, it was quieter and shorter this time. He was relieved; it seemed the pack was moving on.

"If we don't get the tents up soon, it will be dark. So everyone hurry up and start unpacking!" Naruto called, the clearing becoming obvious. "Finally," Naruto sighed, reaching their destination for the night. He would be meeting up with Gaara's group along the path, along with his sister and brother. They would spend one night all together at the meeting point and then trek their way into the Fort. Naruto sighed, wondering who else he might meet at the famous "Meeting Point."

The meeting point was also the land mark of around in between the Native-land and the Non-native (Europeans, etcetera.) It also split into three path ways; there 2 routes by land and one by water, a large stream which lead to another Fort in Southern areas of the continent. He was going to stock up more in the Fort, check in with the other Natives of the area and purchase a canoe. He always enjoyed it when he traveled; he met new people, saw things from people all around the world and shared fantastic stories, both myth and facts.

Naruto mentally went over who was sharing tents, checking them off mentally. Shino and Kiba were sharing, Hinata had her own private teepee, and she was an heiress, Just like Neji who also had a private teepee. Sasuke was sharing with him (At this, Naruto scowled), Shikamaru and Choji were sharing and Lee had insisted on bringing his own teepee, saying something about 'youthfulness.'

Naruto sighed, scratching his back as he finished setting up his teepee, smiling at the work he'd done. He stretched for a moment, looking around to see everyone else had not finished putting up theirs. He walked towards the nearest person, Hinata and began putting up hers. She smiled and thanked him for her help, her blush turning a deep shade of red. He shrugged it off and finished putting up the tent, walking towards someone else who needed help; though Kiba fought against him claiming he didn't need it.

THE NEXT DAY

Sasuke sighed, seeing as he again did not bring an interesting book to read. This day was becoming duller and duller, nothing but routine work and complaining. The girls especially liked clinging and whining to him, which annoyed Sasuke to no end.

Why didn't they just whine at the guide, the man who could actually DO SOMETHING about their problems? He rubbed his forehead, feeling a migraine come on quickly. He attempted to clear his thoughts and just enjoy the beautiful scenery, silently admiring the blonde in front of his as well. He shook his head. What on earth was he doing?!

He made a startled noise as a fox flew out of the foliage and clung to his shirt. Naruto waved it off, laughing.

Naruto laughed. "I think he likes you." He giggled, grinning at the small fox. Sasuke stared at the tiny creature as it made a small purring noise; it seemed to be quite comfortable, lodging itself into a pocket of his baggy sweater. He didn't have the heart to throw the small kit out, but it was annoying.

"It is a kit of Kyuubi," Naruto said, smiling at the tiny creature as it poked its head out of Sasuke's pocket. "I found Kyuubi in a cruel trap, so I let it go." Naruto stated, looking thoughtful. "I named it after my spirit guide, Kyuubi."

Spirit Guides- The animals or other beings which most Natives-Americans see through different ceremonies that will guide them through adulthood. (I'm not getting into detail though, because this is going to be a non-specific fan fiction)

Sasuke POV

Sasuke nodded, knowing something or other about them. They were important for young adulthood development, if he remembered right. They would 'guide' people through adulthood. He re-tied his low pony tail, the raven locks falling out of place. Naruto was always so surprised at how clean Sasuke's hair was, considering how far they were from civilization that could provide services like hair care.

Naruto POV

He heard the kit's groan and looked over to see the kit getting its ears getting scratched, the purring becoming louder. Naruto almost wanted to laugh, seeing as Sasuke looked like he could kill but had a small animal content in his arms. He refrained from laughing (barely) because his relationship with Sasuke was still being tested. He didn't feel like being with someone who hated him for a year, so he would have to learn to settle their arguments. No matter how wrong Sasuke's side was.

He continued to guide them, admiring the scenery. He knew Kyuubi would come around eventually, looking for her kit. He smiled. Naruto couldn't wait to see Sasuke's face when he met Kyuubi! He giggled, earning strange looks from his companions. He waved it off and kept walking, the smile never leaving his face.

Sasuke POV

He gave Naruto a strange look, but kept walking. What was so funny? He looked around. It certainly wasn't him they were laughing at, that was all he knew. He sighed, feeling the kit nibble his fingers. He searched a pant pocket and brought out a bag with a few berries and handed it to the kit, it ate them quickly. Sasuke sighed as he felt the kit snuggle closer. What a nuisance! Still, he couldn't bring himself to hate it or take it away.

He kept walking, the wind blowing in a storm. He looked at the clouds coming their way and grimaced, they were rain clouds. He looked at Naruto, who was unfazed.

Naruto began to talk, saying "There's a storm coming this way. We have to hurry up a bit, so lunch might be a bit short," (At this, Choji groaned) "We also need to set up camp earlier, so we all MUST work together." At this, Sasuke glared.

Naruto picked up the pace, sighing as Sasuke's eyes never once left his back.

End Chapter!

Next Chapter:

The Incoming Storm and Meeting Kyuubi.

Preview:

"What the hell is that, N-Naruto?!" Kiba stuttered, eyeing the creature wearily. He could feel Akamaru shaking and he forest become quiet.

"That, Kiba, is Kyuubi." Naruto said, looking the creature in the eye. "C'mon out Kyuubi, you're scaring the clients."

A low growl was heard and a giant fox stepped into their paths, its eyes a pitch black. Its body stance was rigid, eyeing the people Naruto had brought with him. "Meet Kyuubi."