Sorry about not updating in a while. I have been very low on free time.

Chapter 13: The Road to Kashyyyk.

After giving Lee instructions on how to fly, Naruto decided it would be better to have a droid fly Lee's ship for a while until Lee became more proficient. He then gathered everyone and took them back to his ship (except Lee as he would follow, watching and learning as the droid flew his ship). He told everyone that they were going to Kashyyyk to meet up with his father.

Kakashi was excited to meet the man who raised his sensei's son. He also was excited at the prospect of going to another planet, but he remembered he needed to report to the Hokage as soon as possible. He made his way to his room and turned on the holograph projection unit that Naruto had given him to report to the Hokage. As Sarutobi's image came up, Kakashi spoke. "Kakashi Hatake reporting on the mission, sir."

The image of Sarutobi nodded, then said. "What are your findings Kakashi?"

Kakashi's reply did not shock the old man. "Well sir, I believe that we would not get hired for missions if we are not well known in the galaxy- which we aren't currently."

Sarutobi nodded his head. He knew that they had to join a group if they were to get profits off the new market. "Kakashi, what do you suggest we do?"

Kakashi seemed to think a while before answering. "Well sir, the Mandalorians are actually a group made up of different clans much like villages and even then they have sub-clans. I think that Konoha should seek to become one of these clans. We would get the reputation we need in the galaxy and we would get full access to their tech and, more importantly, their armor."

Sarutobi just nodded with a tired look on his face. Most of what Kakashi was telling him he had already guessed. However, the armor was a surprise to him. "Kakashi, why is the armor is so important?"

Kakashi lowered his face and frowned, his usual laziness gone and a serious glint in his eyes. "Well, they have lots of advantages. I found out there are three kinds of armor. The first is the scout and low rank armor. It looks a lot like this vest but it is lighter and is stronger while offering more maneuverability. The second is the one we are wearing every day. It offers a wide range of abilities and is very strong. I find it to be one of the best armor I have experienced. Finally, there is the heavy armor. I have not seen it yet, but I know Naruto has it. From what I have heard, it is designed to go in and come out of anything."

Sarutobi seemed to think about it before saying. "Alright. I will do it as soon as possible. Tell Naruto that Konoha wishes to become part of the Mandalorians."

Kakashi nodded solemnly before cutting the connection, then walking off to find Naruto.

Naruto and the others (minus Kakashi) where discussing Kashyyyk. Naruto knew that the others would like to know more.

Shino was beside himself with joy. A whole planet that is a forest was definitely going to have more insects for him to gather. As he listened, he made note of the dangers on the planet which would result in tougher bugs, as well as introduced species.

Hinata was more then a little worried about the long list of dangers. She knew that there was nowhere that was completely safe, but the list of possible problems seemed unusually long. However, she would certainly be happy to see a forest again. She was also thinking that it would be the perfect place to talk to Naruto and hopefully have courage to ask him out.

Lee was very happy. A planet full of youthful warriors and most of it was green! He could not wait.

Jiraiya was not at all happy with the prospect of visiting Kashyyyk. He felt that, based upon Naruto's comments, there would be very little for him to draw inspiration from there. And if there was any, it would be covered in fur. That did not sound appealing to him at all.

Kakashi entered the room with every one in it and saw Naruto there. He made his way though the group to get to Naruto. "Hey Naruto, after we go to this planet we need to head back to Konoha. It is very important."

Naruto frowned at Kakashi, then agreed. He realized that the rest of the group would probably be homesick by now. He returned to the cockpit and went though the hyperspace procdures to get to Kashyyyk as fast as possible.

In a another part of the galaxy a large group of sentient beings were gathered. Some had hair on their heads, which was cut in a bowl shape. They were all wearing green spandex. Around the room were pictures of Rock Lee adorning neon green walls. A figure in green robes with a hood walked into the room and went straight to the podium at the front of the crowd. The figure looked over the crowd while they quieted to hear it's words.

"MY YOUTHFUL BROTHERS AND SISTERS." It yelled, posing as did Rock Lee. "IT IS MY PLEASURE WELCOMING YOU TO THE ORDER OF YOUTH."

The crowd's response rose in a unanimous yell of "YOUTH".

"WE ARE NOW ON THE MOST YOUTHFUL MISSION TO FIND ROCK LEE AND HAVE HIM SHOW US THE POWER OF YOUTH." the figure yelled, resulting in the crowd chanting "YOUTH!" over and over.

Well, what do you think about the chapter? I hope you enjoyed it. Please send me your reviews and options. Now tell me should Hinata tell Naruto about her feelings? Should Rock Lee's followers find him? Also any suggestions on what the heavy armor will look like? Thanks!