-Three months later-
"Well, he dumped me!" Naruto exclaimed, throwing himself down into a chair in Tsunade's office. "Oh, poor baby" Tsunade said, faking a pout as she stood up walking to the front of her desk. "There isn't time to be thinking of such things though, we have more important matters" she said, tapping Naruto's forehead protector lightly. "I am promoting you, Naruto Uzumaki" she said, placing her hands on her hips as she motioned for the blonde to stand. "Uhh.. To what?" Naruto blinked as he eyed the granny curiously. "Starting today, you are now a member of the Anbu Black Ops" Tsunade said, her voice serious as Naruto blinked. "Wha-What how?" he asked as Tsunade laughed. "You have completed the most A-rank missions over even the elite Jonin" she said, pride in her eyes. "I believe it'll do you some good, and it gives you time off too!" she smiled, pointing to Shizune who stood with some clothes in her hands. "Your outfit is here, but it is up to you to create a mask" she said, pointing to the porcelain template.
Naruto immediately headed home, his outfit hidden away in a bag as he opened his apartment door. There standing in the doorway was Sasuke, dressed in normal shinobi attire as Kiba stood next to him. "Dog boy has something to say to you" Sasuke said as Kiba gulped, clearing his throat. "I'm sorry Naruto, I just.. I just lost feelings for you.. I ho.. hope we can still be fri..friends" he said as Sasuke let go of his collar. "Um.. okay" Naruto said, watching Kiba take off in a flash. "What the hell?" Naruto blinked, walking in past Sasuke who grabbed for his arm after closing the front door. "Mr. Uzumaki has taken a step in the ranks.. huh?" Sasuke eyed Naruto who blinked, his eyes narrowing for a moment until he grinned. "You peeping little.." Naruto hushed his words as he immediately freaked out. "Ah, Sasuke you're not supposed to know!" he whined, dropping his head low until Sasuke chuckled softly. "Know what?" he winked, turning his back to the blonde.
After a few hours Naruto had completed his mask, eying the delicate red swirls going up the side as he finished it, underlining the eyes with a blood red paint. "Nice" Sasuke said, looking over Naruto's shoulder who growled. "Sasuke, what in the hell are you still doing here?" he whined, setting the mask up on his shelf as he stood up. "Keeping an eye on you" Sasuke responded casually, throwing himself down onto Naruto's still uncomfortable couch. "Uh, why?" Naruto asked, his face falling into a frown as he gazed at the Uchiha. "I know you're hurting about this breakup too" Sasuke said, his cold gaze meeting Naruto's. "You know what?" Naruto spat, marching over to Sasuke who rose a brow. "Outside, now!" the blonde demanded as Sasuke smirked, following orders. "Get your ass to the very first training ground!" he said then slammed the door. "Growl.." Sasuke said, stuffing his hands in his pockets as he obeyed Naruto's orders.
After what seemed to be an eternity Naruto showed up, dressed in a plain t-shirt followed by faded jeans. "The hell?" Sasuke questioned the blonde who smacked him upside the head. "THE HELL?" Sasuke blinked, jumping back from Naruto. "I'm going to kick your pretty boy ass" Naruto smirked, sending a shiver down Sasuke's spine. "Bring it, idiot" Sasuke said, deciding to go along with this little game. "I think we should at least get out of the village completely, because I won't go easy on you.." Sasuke spoke with a serious tone as Naruto silently agreed. Together the two leapt through trees, ending up in a field a few miles out of Konoha. "Alright Uchiha, show me how strong you really are" Naruto said, only to be interrupted when Kakashi appeared between them. "Hey you two, wanna come to the Devil's night party?" he asked, oblivious to what the two were up to. "Uhh.. Devil's night?" Naruto blinked, looking to Sasuke who grumbled. "Yeah, the night before Halloween party!" Kakashi exclaimed happily. "You get to dress up, but no one can know who you are beneath the costume" the silver haired jonin said before disappearing.
"Next time, Uchiha.." Naruto glared and then too disappeared, followed by Sasuke. Back at Naruto's apartment the blonde stared into his closet, thinking. After hours of creating Naruto created the perfect costume! Putting on a pair of black dress pants followed by a white dress shirt he managed to stitch together a black cape. Thankfully he had a wig from his times with Jiraiya when he, dreadfully, helped the old perv with 'research'. Adjusting the wig he then put on a masquerade mask, hiding his face complete aside from his mouth. Now, looking probably like some freak he quickly left his apartment and pretended to be coming from a different area. The party was already started when he arrived, which was somewhat of a disappointment but he went in anyways. He gazed around at everyone gathered, some were obviously girls in costume while others he couldn't quite tell. "Welcommeee!" a voice said to him as he turned, blinking as he eyed Kakashi. His old sensei was dressed in a dress, his identify absolutely obvious.
As Naruto moved on in the party he took in everyone he saw, studying them closely. Had Sasuke decided not to come? With a sigh Naruto settled down upon a black stool, resting his chin on his arm that he placed on the table. After a good hour had passed Naruto and some others focused in on the mysterious person, dancing in a alluring manner. The person was wearing all leather, aside from the mask that covered their face. Their hair was about mid-back length which could have suggested this person was female. Curiously Naruto moved towards the person who eyed him walking towards them. "Nice costume.." Naruto said, a small grin on his face as the person backed up some. As the person disappeared in the crowd Naruto was swept away with a group of people until he ended up outside of the party. He sighed, happy to be out of the crowd until he laid eyes on the mystery person. "Hey!" he called to the person who eyed Naruto closely before taking off. Naruto instinctively followed after them, taking note that they were heading in the direction of his apartment.
When Naruto reached his apartment he blinked, noticing his front door was open. Trying to catch his breath he walked inside his apartment, a force quickly shoving him to the ground. "Hello" a low voice whispered in the darkness, sending shivers down Naruto's spine. "I know who you are.." the voice said before removing Naruto's mask. "Damn.. Was I that obvious?" Naruto pouted, gazing up to the figure ontop of him. "Listen, I have something to tell you.." the voice said almost silently. "Oh..?" Naruto blinked, extremely curious now as the figure got off of him. "I know of someone who has loved you for many many years.. And it's not Hinata.." the voice said, mumbling at Hinata's name. "They want you to meet them at Konoha's gates tomorrow night" the voice said before disappearing. Naruto blinked, raising to his feet as he turned on his lights with no sign of who was there. Annoyed, Naruto changed out of his costume, throwing himself into bed for the night.
"So, Sasuke did your plan go okay so far?" Kakashi asked the mystery person who nodded, removing the leather outfit. "Yep, now tomorrow night I'll have Naruto in my trap" Sasuke laughed, stretching and yawning before entering the guest room. Meanwhile Naruto tossed and turned throughout the night, grumbling until the first signs of morning appeared. "Damn it.." Naruto sighed, shoving his head under his pillow to block out the sunlight. Sasuke on the otherhand was still awake, carefully planning as he gazed out to the sun rise. It was Halloween day, and the air definitely expressed that. As Naruto slowly made the day go by he awaited the first signs of dusk, eying the kids that were out trick or treating. He eventually made his way to Konoha's gate, slowing his pace when he eyed a dark figure standing there. "Uh, hello..?" Naruto blinked, approaching the person. "Hi Naruto!" it was Sakura.
"Sakura? You're the one who's loved me for many many years?" Naruto blinked, confusion causing him to stagger as Sakura shook her head. "No no, I'm just here to give you some hints.." she smiled, placing a hand on Naruto's shoulder. "The person who has loved you for many many years is one you wouldn't expect.. In fact, they are a person who some may say - hates you" she said, her voice soft. "But, the rest is up to you to find out, Naruto.." she said and left, disappearing in the crowded streets. Naruto stood there, wobbling on his feet until he found his way back to his apartment where Tsunade stood. "Naruto, it's time to go on your very first mission.." she said, hurrying him to change into his anbu uniform. "You will be gone for a few months I hope you know, most likely until Christmas" she said as Naruto adjusted his uniform before putting on his mask. "Really..?" he sighed but straightened up. "I'll do my best" he said, listening to the mission details.