Here's the second chapter. I think this is going to be a two-shot, but it's possible it'll have more chapters. We'll see.

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When Kakashi awoke the next morning, he was stunned to find Naruto curled up with him, clutching the front of the man's shirt in a tight grip. The Jounin looked around and found that all of the dogs were there, lying in various spots. Guruko was still at Naruto's side. It was obvious that the dog had become attached to the boy despite barely knowing him. Seeing that Kakashi was awake, Pakkun wandered over and said, "Sorry boss, but he ran in here before we could stop him. Poor kid. Nearly fainted with relief when he saw that you were still breathing." Kakashi looked down at the blonde. His expression was one of slight fear. Hesitantly, the man brushed the golden locks. Naruto sensed that he was safe and snuggled closer to the Jounin, murmuring something. Kakashi frowned, having not heard it. As he looked at Pakkun to ask what the boy said, he saw the surprise on the pug's face quickly turn one into a small smile.

"What? What did he say?" the silver haired man asked in confusion. The pug looked at him and said, "He called you Dad. That proves what Guruko said last night: he really does see you as a father. Iruka is more like a brother I think." Pakkun then turned around and headed for the kitchen. Kakashi stared down at the blond. Tentatively, he wrapped and arm around him and gave him a hug, his chin touching the boy's head. A sigh of contentment escaped Naruto as he buried his face into the man's chest. A small smile came to Kakashi's lips. He brushed back Naruto's hair before carefully rising as so not to wake the boy. Thankfully, he didn't stir. Quickly dressing, he headed for the kitchen and idly wondering if he had any ramen.

Guruko remained with the boy as the rest of the dogs followed their contractor out. He truly did feel attached to Naruto. He hadn't been lying when he spoke last night. The boy was truly gifted if he was able to remain sane throughout all of these years of hardships. He involuntarily growled at the thought of the humans whom had caused him his pain. He used to have respect for the village, but now only a few shinobi and villagers had his respect. Sighing, he laid his muzzle on the boy's stomach and continued to guard his charge. Bull came in a few moments later and joined him. The big nin-dog had a soft spot for children, especially for those like Naruto. While he may be a gentle giant normally, he was anything but when those he deemed under his protection were threatened or harmed. With a silent conversation, they agreed to keep a silent vigil over the sleeping boy.

Naruto awoke to a familiar smell. Sitting up, he blinked blearily at the room he was in. Slowly, he frowned in confusion. Seeing two dogs next to him, the memory came to him in a flash. The nightmare; running to Kakashi; all of it. He scratched Guruko and Bull's ears, thanking them. Both wagged their tails happily. Getting out of the bed, he peered around the corner and saw Kakashi making ramen. Naruto took a deep breath and stepped out into the kitchen.

"Sensei?" The man looked up and eye-smiled at him.

"Are you feeling better, Naruto?" The boy nodded as he mumbled something unintelligible. Kakashi looked confused as he said, "What?"

"I said I'm sorry. I…It's just…I was really scared and…you were the only one I knew who could keep the nightmares away. I didn't mean to bother you." Kakashi walked over and placed a hand on Naruto's shoulder, making the boy look up at him.

"Naruto, as your sensei, it's my job to keep you safe, even if it doesn't involve the team. You never have to be afraid to come to me," he said seriously. Naruto sniffed, wiping a few tears away as he gave Kakashi a shy smile. Kakashi smiled back from beneath his mask and asked, "So, want to tell me what scared you so much?" Immediately, a look of terror crossed Naruto's face. Taking the boy's shoulders, Kakashi said, "Naruto, if you don't talk about it, it'll only keep coming back to haunt you." Upon hearing that, he took a deep breath to calm himself.

Student and teacher sat down on the couch and Naruto began, "It started after we returned from Wave. The fox kept talking to me and wouldn't leave me alone. When I wouldn't listen, he started to influence my dreams. I didn't know he could do that! But they got worse and worse and I finally couldn't handle it and I just came to the first person I thought of. And that was you." Kakashi stared at him and then said, "These dreams have been going on for two weeks? Naruto, why didn't you go to someone sooner?" The Jinchuriki looked down ashamedly as he murmured, "I've never had someone who cared other than Iruka-sensei. I didn't want to keep bothering him, so I didn't say anything. But when it got really bad…I…" He trailed off, unable to continue. Naruto stiffened when Kakashi wrapped an arm around him. It had taken even Iruka a long time for him to get Naruto to trust him on that level of affection. After a moment, Naruto leaned into his sensei's embrace.

"Kakashi-sensei?"

"Hmm?"

"Thanks."

"Any time, Naruto, any time. Now… wanna tell me why you called me 'dad' in your sleep?"

"…We're late for training!"

"Naruto! I'm not done here!"

Friends of both the student and the teacher smiled when they saw a laughing Naruto running from Kakashi. They had seen the boy's odd behavior and it had greatly worried them. It pleased them to know that Kakashi had managed to sort everything out.

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It was the best I could do. I seriously didn't know how to write it. Let me know what you think and if more should be add. I won't put it under 'COMPLETE' just yet. Hope you like it.