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Chapter 6
-Recap-
The Rookie 9 had gone through the Academy with relative ease the past four years. Sasuke didn't really make any new friends, but stuck with the Rookie 9. He found Naruto's presence calming, for some reason. They stuck together more often than not, but sometimes they were joined by Hinata Hyuuga, and rarely the rest of them until recently.
Being as the 3 of them are of the 3 honored Shinobi Clans, and the heirs of said clans, they found each other's presences to be a lot better than most. Sakura came up a few times, if only just to talk. Sasuke did say that something was strange about her, and he couldn't place it. When he asked Naruto, he said he couldn't say for sure. She was borderline fangirl, but was different from the rest. That was basically all he could gather.
Sasuke paid close attention to her, without her realizing it, mostly. He didn't stalk her, and she didn't really stalk him either. She let him know that she was following him, and stayed in sight. He found that she was a little pretty, but he never really figured out why he thought that. Even Akane was strangely silent on that matter, and she loved teasing them both about their love life.
-Recap, Kai!-
The Rookie 9 had a lot going for them, and it was time for the Graduation Exams. They had been training for this, and didn't even bat an eye at the announcement. In fact, they were a lot better off than most of them.
The first portion was the Written Exam. They all got perfect marks on it, knowing that most of that information wouldn't help them in the field wouldn't help them now. It would later, and they figured that the Best in the class would be among them.
The second portion was Target Practice. "Alright, everyone. You have the choice of Kunai, Shuriken, and Senbon. You get 8 of them, or a combination of the three. There are 8 targets out there, and you will be graded on a 10-point system." Iruka said.
Sasuke chose 4 Kunai and 4 Shuriken. He got perfect marks on all of them, meaning 80 points. Naruto had chosen 4 Senbon, 2 Shuriken, and 2 Kunai. All of them were perfect shots, as well. He did throw a Kunai at a Senbon he threw beforehand, thus slicing it in half, just to prove he had accuracy.
Sasuke did make a comment on that, saying it was Overkill, but Naruto just shrugged. He didn't care about what he could mostly. He only knew that someone out there was stronger and better than him. There always is.
Sakura choose all Kunai, and got 79, by missing one bullseye by half an inch. Hinata was called up and chose all Senbon. She got 80 points. Ino came up and chose all Senbon, getting herself 78 points. Kiba went up and chose all Shuriken. He missed with one, but hit dead center on all the others. 70 points. Shino chose Senbon, and got 79 by missing with one by the same amount as Sakura. Chouji chose all Kunai, and hit most of them dead center but missed a few of the bullseye, earning him 73 points. Shikamaru chose 4 Kunai and 4 Shuriken getting him 70. He missed one, but Naruto could tell it was on purpose.
Most of the others praised Sasuke and Naruto for doing well, and one tried tackling Naruto. The moment she grabbed him, he smirked, causing Sasuke to smirk, and went poof. As usual, Naruto avoided the fangirl tackle, and ended up on a tree branch. "You should know by now I don't appreciate the fangirl tackle." That is all Naruto ever says after the fact.
Next up came the Taijutsu portion. The entire group was to go up against Mizuki. They were to either land a hit on him, or stay up for 5 minutes. The entire Rookie 9 went up against him, and got a hit in at exactly One minute. Iruka began to think that they planned it that way. When Naruto went up, though, he had more openings than most of them. Iruka noticed that he didn't go for most of them, and hit Mizuki at exactly One minute.
Finally, the Jutsu portion. They had to perform the 3 Academy Jutsu. They knew they had it made. Since they were called in order of Last Name, Naruto was second to last, and Ino was last.
(A/N: I'll be doing this by character, but not necessarily in order. Don't like it? Deal with it.)
-Sakura-
"Sakura, the first part is Transformation. The rule for this is that the one you transform into cannot be made up." Iruka said. Sakura made a one handed handsign. She caught the Fourth Hokage's appearance exactly. Iruka nodded.
"Next up, Substitution. You are to switch with something in this... room?" Sakura was sitting in his seat, while he was standing where she was not even a second ago. Her feet were on the desk. "This good enough?" Iruka nodded. She switched back, but Iruka was upside down in the chair. "Yes, I did that on purpose."
Iruka righted himself. "Finally, Clones. You must make 3 Clones." Sakura snapped. 9 Clones popped out. "Well done. Head back out, and back to the classroom. You passed, that's for sure." Sakura dispelled the clones, and left the room.
-Hinata-
Hinata went for a transformation, however skipped the regular Transformation Jutsu and used Naruto's version. She snapped and made no audible sound. What appeared was Tsunade of Sannin. She had a pissed off look on her face. "That's good. Substitution."
Hinata deactivated the Transformation, and switched with Mizuki. Her feet were on the desk. 'Just like Sakura.' Iruka thought. "Clones. You must make 3 of them."
Hinata was where she should be and made 10 Clones with a snap. "You passed. Head back to the classroom. You'll get your headband when the announcement is made after the Exams."
-Ino-
(A/N: yes, I'm going ladies first)
For transformation, she transformed into Mei Terumi. It was a perfect likeness, and Iruka was surprised she even knew what she looked like underneath the Mizukage robes. "You have that down. Next up, Substitution." 'I'm still wondering how she knows how the Mizukage looks underneath those robes. Not even I do.'
Ino looked at Iruka. "That's because one of the Students today has seen her before she became the Mizukage, and has a picture." She switched with Mizuki as she said that.
'Again with switching with the teachers. At least, this is the last one.'
"Clones. You must make 3." Iruka said. Ino just snapped, and made 9 Clones.
"Pass. Head back to the classroom." Iruka said.
-Naruto-
For the Transformation, Naruto had a crazy idea. He snapped and made a perfect likeness of the Raikage from his visit to Kumogakure, causing Iruka and Mizuki to shiver. "What? You got a problem with this?" His voice was a lot deeper than before, and scared the shit out of Mizuki.
They both shook their heads quickly. 'It's like he knows what he talks like, and his voice... How does he even know that?'
They managed to shake off their fear for the next test. "Substitution. Switch with something in this room." He switched with Iruka, but was no where to be seen. "Dammit. Where did he go?"
A Kunai was at his neck a second after he finished. "Right here." Iruka was sweating. The Kunai vanished, and Iruka went back to his seat. "This next part is clones. You must make 3."
"Question. Is it possible to do another type of Clone?" Naruto asked. Iruka raised an eyebrow, his fear gone for a moment.
"Why do you ask?"
Naruto sighed. "The regular Clone Jutsu was never my forte, and no matter how hard I tried I could never get it. However, I have a few other types of Clones I can make."
Mizuki stared at him. "I don't see why not. You still must make 3 Clones."
Naruto nodded and closed his eyes. He dissipated for a few seconds, and 15 Naruto's appeared in front of them both. "Wind Clones. What do you think?" They both nodded. "You pass, with flying colors. Head back to the classroom, and you will get your headband then."
-Sasuke-
Sasuke chose to transform into the Shodaime Hokage. He caught it perfectly. Iruka nodded.
For Substitution, he swapped with a pen, who was in Iruka's position, and Iruka was in his original Position. "Double Substitution. What do you think?" Sasuke said from the window.
"Clones. You must make 3." Sasuke rolled his eyes and snapped. No sound, but 15 clones came out.
Iruka and Mizuki nodded. "Pass. Head back to the classroom."
(A/N: You know what? Screw it. I'm skipping ahead to the announcements.)
-Classroom, after the exams-
Everyone was sitting down when Iruka and Mizuki came in. A lot of people passed, Rookie 9 included.
"The rookie of the year goes to," Iruka paused for dramatic effect. The Rookie 9 took this as an opportunity to make a sound barrier around their heads. Courtesy of Naruto. "Naruto Uzumaki." Cue fangirl scream. "Runner up is," Another pause. "Sasuke Uchiha." fangirl scream. They didn't drop the barrier during that point. They didn't care.
Iruka had to use his Giant Oni Head Jutsu to calm the class down. They took that as a sign that the fangirl screech was over. "Thank you. Best Kunoichi of the year... Sakura Haruno. The runner up is Hinata Hyuuga."
The Rookie 9 nodded. Ino was a little down. Sakura was next to her, cheering her up. After that, he called all of the other Graduates, saving the Rookie 9 for last. At the end he said, "The last 5 were among the top ranks in the class. They were about on par with the Top 4 students, which gained the Rookie of the year, Kunoichi of the Year, and their runner ups. Those 9 are so close, it's like they planned it. I sure as hell know that they planned the 1:00 on the dot for all 9 of them."
Those mentioned smirked. "Honestly, I'm surprised you did that. Anyway, those of you I called out, come up, get a headband, and be back in this classroom in 1 week for Team Placements. You are dismissed until then." Iruka said.
Everyone put their headbands where they would normally go in each case. (A/N: In Canon at least. Yes, I'm being lazy. Deal with it.)
-2 hours later-
The Rookie 9 was in the Namikaze Estate having fun. Their parents were all there, and having a blast as well. Kushina, more than most. Anko was also there, but she lived there as Naruto's sister.
Kushina was setting off pranks, and the only ones she didn't manage to hit were Mikoto, Hikari, and Naruto. The rest got caught rather easily. Mikoto laughed when Sasuke got hit, and Naruto chuckled when Hinata did.
Naruto did help Hinata out of what his mother put her in, but that proved to be a mistake on his part. She chased him around the entire estate finally cornering him. "That wasn't funny you know."
Naruto nodded. "I know it's not. But this is." Naruto went poof, proving him to be a Shadow Clone. "What a fool. He thought I was going to attack him. He doesn't seem to realize I wanted the opposite." Hinata looked a little down.
Someone tapped on her Shoulder. "Well, I do now." She turned and found Naruto smiling at her. "I know you like me, but the situation was just funny in my opinion. Just try to be more careful for a while. My mom is in a pranking mood, and I know to watch my step when that happens. And now you know why."
Hinata just stared at him. "Humor me."
Naruto scratched the back of his head. "When she's in a pranking mood, traps are set all over the place within seconds. She hides them better than I do, and it's only thanks to Akane that I can even find some of them before they go off. Even when I set them off, they only get a Clone. She's one of the Pranking Queens. Akane is another, so yeah."
Hinata nodded at that. "Well, I guess it's a good thing then. By the way," Hinata pecked him on the cheek, causing Akane to giggle. "That's for explaining it to me." Naruto was blushing. He was oddly silent, though his mindscape was going somewhat loopy.
"NARUTO!" Akane yelled in his mind, stabilizing the area. "Thank you."
'What the hell, Akane? Why did you yell into my mind?'
"Because your mindscape was distorting itself. It's a form of instability."
'Hey, give me a break. Hinata just kissed my cheek, and I didn't even expect that.'
"I know, but you need better control over your own mindscape at those points."
'Oh shut up.'
"Or wh..." Naruto cut the link, just to stop the conversation. "Or that." He looked at Hinata as she was staring at him. "Akane?"
"Akane."
"Yelling at you?"
"Mindscape going instable, or something like that." Naruto said. "I think I know why as well. I'm not even going into that, and I'll be seeing her tonight at the earliest."
Hinata nodded. "Do you mind if I hold your hand, then?" Naruto shook his head. "Not at all."
They grabbed each others hand, interlocking their fingers. They went back to the others and avoided a trap. Thankfully, Naruto saw this one coming. He got them both out of it quickly. When they got to the others, Sasuke raised an eyebrow at Naruto, but smirked when he saw the glare. He already figured it out.
Ino, on the other hand, had the gossiping side appear. "Alright, so what happened you two?"
Naruto and Hinata blushed. Sakura caught the blush, and smirked herself. "Hey, Sasuke?"
"Yeah, they are." he told her. "Honestly, I'm not surprised at his choice. He's not likely to admit it, but he has a thing for her, and he knows she likes him. Even Akane knows, and she teases him constantly because of it." Sakura nodded. They all met Akane, but she didn't explain who she really was to anyone but Sasuke and Hinata.
"I don't get why Akane is in his mindscape, though. And why is her last name Kitsune? I've been curious about that for a while now, but never asked." Sakura said, looking at Naruto.
"Are you going fangirl on me?" Sasuke raised an eyebrow, only for her to shake her head. "He's a friend, so I'm just curious. I know you don't like fangirls, and neither does he, so I've been trying to avoid going there. It doesn't mean anything but trouble and rejection. You can thank Naruto for teaching me that."
Sasuke grinned at that. "I would tell you, but I can't just yet. I made a promise, and I intend to keep it. Besides, the law is the reason I even made that promise in the first place. By the way, have you heard anything about a guy going by the name of Kitsune Warrior?"
Sakura nodded. "He saved me once. Naruto started training me a few days later. If not for him, I'd just be a book nerd. Then again, Ino's the biggest on gossip. She's bound to know more than me. Why do you ask?"
Sasuke looked at her with a somewhat depressed expression. "He's the one who saved both my mother and myself during the Uchiha Massacre. It's only because of him that we are alive, and I didn't get lost to vengeance. Him and Naruto both. Thing is, I haven't seen him since then. I've been wanting to thank him in person, but every time I ask Naruto to get him, he only says that he doesn't show himself unless it's necessary, and he never removes his mask."
Sakura nodded at that. "Well, he did whisper something before he left me, though it wasn't said to me. I have a feeling that he is somehow related to the Yondaime." Sasuke looked at her with a bit of surprise.
"What was it?"
"I'm not completely sure, but I thought he said Hiraishin. That's the Yondaime's personal Jutsu, and how he gained the Alias Yellow Flash. The only difference I could see was it was orange, not Yellow." Sakura said, sighing.
Sasuke looked directly at Naruto in awe. 'It can't be... Could it?' "Sakura, did Naruto tell you the name of his Taijutsu Style?"
"Yeah, the Kitsune Style. I've never seen it before, nor have I even heard of it before he told me. Why?" Sakura had an eyebrow raised.
'That settles it. Just to be sure.' "If you ever meet him again, call him Naruto. See how he reacts. If I'm right on my theory, Naruto could very well be the Kitsune Warrior."
Naruto was suddenly right there. "You finally figured it out, Sasuke." He scared them half out of their wits. Sasuke recovered first. "You mean..."
"Yup. That was me. In fact, the only one here he hasn't helped out is Shikamaru. It's my way of field testing things in real combat, without showing who I really am. Don't tell anyone I said that, though. Same with who he really is. If you see him, call him Kitsune." Naruto said. They both nodded.
Sakura then realized something. "Are you related to the Yondaime somehow?"
Naruto smirked and nodded. "Then, how?"
Naruto pulled out a scroll. He drew himself, and then his mother. The Yondaime was right next to Kushina there, a line between them, that extended to him. "This is how. Another thing that would be best kept a secret. Especially from ninja from Iwagakure. They'd be after me no matter how old I was. That's the only reason that it's not public yet. Still, it will be made public either when I turn 16 or become a Chuunin. Whichever comes first. It's obvious they're already after the Kitsune Warrior. After all, he does have the Hiraishin."
Hinata walked over to them. "Hey, Naruto-kun. I just heard something from my mother. She, your mother, and Sasuke's mother were on a team when they were Genin. I'd be a little surprised if they put us on a team together, but if they did..."
"Second Generation Squad. Another possibility of a Second Generation is Ino, Shikamaru and Chouji. The Ino-Shika-Cho, composed of their fathers. That's only two of the 3 successful teams. The final one was comprised of the Sannin, one of which went Rogue some time ago. The guy's a bastard, but not as big a threat as Madara. Now is when what I taught you all will be useful. Remember, History is written by the victor. True history is what matters, and reveals more truth than smoke and mirrors, such as written history."
(A/N: Yes, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare quote. Said by Captain Price in the beginning of one of the missions in the campaign. Don't ask which one, because I can't remember the name. Also, I only own a copy of the game, nothing of the original belongs to me.)
They all nodded at Naruto's statement. "Well, that's enough of that. There's something I want to show you all. Something that you all know of, but don't know about."
Kushina looked at him. "Are you sure about that, sweetie?" Naruto nodded at her. "Yes mom. They've all met Akane before, however, only two of them know who she really is. I only let them know that because their parents were teammates with you as Genin. It's something I figured I should trust them with, but now the rest of them need to know the full story." Kushina nodded.
"Alright everyone, gather around. We're heading into my mindscape, and since you've all been there, you know how it's done." Naruto said, as he went in.
-Naruto's Mindscape-
The entire group ended up in a massive field. Naruto was in front of all of them. Akane had a few animals lying on or around her. She noticed that everyone was there. "Hey. Thanks for putting these animals in here. They've been good friends for a while. They're a lot more peaceful, and adds a more natural feel to the place."
Naruto just nodded. "You're welcome. Anyway, as you all know this is Akane. However, only my mother, Anko, Sasuke and Hinata know who she really is. According to my knowledge anyway."
Mikoto and Hikari smirked. Akane caught the smirks. "You do realize I can see you two smirking right? You want me to remove them?"
They instantly lost the smirks. "Smart choice. Anywho, you all know me as Akane, and even talk of me outside. However, only a select few of you know who I really am. Don't be surprised at what you're about to hear, and don't be scared, whether the situation seems to warrant it, or not. You all call me Akane. However, you all know be by my title. The Kyuubi no Kitsune, or Kyuubi no Yoko. Maybe just Kyuubi."
Everyone that didn't know was sent up a wall. The rest smirked or grinned. "Some of you know pieces of the story 12 years ago. It's time you learn the full story, start to finish. Akane, if you lose your temper this time, you're getting put in the Gravity Cannon." Naruto said, making the Gravity Cannon in both hands.
"I know, I know. Jeez, you'd think I get a break from that. Well, at least this should be the last time I have to explain it." Akane said, before explaining everything from start to finish. "And that's what happened that day. The only reason I'm calm right now is because of what happened last time I tried teasing him, after explaining this. Sasuke and Hinata know about that."
Sasuke and Hinata nodded, while everyone else looked at them. "It's true, and she was a little scared at that point." Hinata said. "After something like that, I'm not surprised."
Naruto nodded. "Now that you know this, no one can know that you do. If anyone finds out, your goose is cooked, and if I don't, Akane or the ANBU will. Of that, I can guarantee. Still, I wonder who my sensei will be. Probably one of the weaker ones. Though, if it's Kakashi..." He trailed off.
Everyone looked at him. Kushina nodded. "Yeah, that would seem likely. Knowing the council, they'll try and get Sasuke to train under him, as well."
Hikari looked at them. "If that's the case, and Hinata is placed with them, we got ourselves a Second Generation team."
Mikoto nodded. "I know the Ino-Shika-Cho Trio is going to have a Second Generation. Present company confirms that." Shikamaru, Ino, and Chouji nod in response to that. "We'd have a repeat of 2 of the best Genin teams in Konoha's history."
They all looked at them. Sasuke asked a question. "How exactly did you all handle the work as a team?"
Kushina, Mikoto and Hikari looked at him, then at each other. "Well, we got by, by helping each other out in our blind spots. Hikari, having the Byakugan, can cover us, and find incoming attacks. Mikoto, with her Sharingan, can see things a lot more clearly than most. She didn't use it that often, and only did during a C-rank or above. I was best with my sword, Uzuhime, and seals. However, I was more versatile than either of them, and could cover almost any attack, close range or long range. It didn't matter. However, this time, it would be different."
They all looked at Kushina. "How so, Kushina?" Mikoto asked.
"My son has a Doujutsu, and I didn't. I never have." Kushina said, making eyes go wide and some faint. "Akane, do you think it would be a good idea to tell them what it is?"
"We should wake those that fainted up, first. I'm not doing so, for the simple fact that if I did, they'd be in a lot of pain, and Naruto would have a lot more." Akane said.
Naruto smirked. "I got this." Small clouds appeared over those that had fainted. The clouds started pouring down on them until... Lightning hit them dead in the chest. Luckily, none of the girls had fainted, because everyone that did, had their shirts blown off, for everyone to see.
-TIME FREEZE-
List of those that fainted:
Kiba Inuzuka
Chouji Akimichi
Shikamaru Nara
This concludes the list of those that fainted.
-TIME RESUME-
Those that got hit were smoking from their chests, which were surprisingly developed. Especially in Shikamaru's case. Naruto was surprised at Shikamaru's build. It wasn't buff, but it was a lot better than most Nara. At least he had muscle. It showed he worked out, and did a bit of Martial Arts. "You been working out, Shikamaru?"
"Don't make a big deal out of it. My family loves relaxing, so once you gave me ideas on how to make a Clone from my Shadow, I started working out, while it relaxed. No one even knows about this yet, and as far as anyone knows, Shadow Possession Clones don't exist. At least they work similar to your Shadow Clones. The only difference I have with mine is that they can hit someone, and Paralyze them for a limited time. After that, it's just like the Shadow Possession Jutsu from my Clan, and there is no range. It comes in handy, and I don't want the other Nara Clan members to know of it right now."
Everyone laughed at him. "What?"
Akane was, surprising, the only that didn't laugh. "They find it surprising that a Nara clan member had worked out, and even used trickery. They never use tricks, aside from their own Jutsu. In Naruto's case, it's because of that, and you took his advice seriously. I'm surprised myself, honestly. However, I don't think it deserves a laugh."
"At least there's one somewhat level headed person in here. It's too troublesome to keep up with them. Instead of doing nothing, I did something. Since my family happens to be great strategists, regardless of the fact they're lazy as hell, they have some of the highest IQ in the village. The sad thing is, they never do anything good with it. You could say Naruto helped me be different, and that's that. There's nothing wrong with it, and I know it. Experience says the same thing now."
"You really did learn a few things useful. That brain of yours is useless if you can't apply what you come up with."
"I know, but usually, I don't have to come up with something like that. By the way, how did he get the idea of using my own shadow to create a clone?"
"He's more of a winger, than a planner. He comes up with things on the spot when he can. That's the way all Uzumaki are. It's strange, and call me crazy if you want, but I think I'm starting to like the kid." Akane said. "Don't tell him I said that, though. I'm not sure how he truly feels about me, and how he could like me. Sure he wants to get rid of Madara, but after hearing what he's done, anyone would to."
Shikamaru nodded. "I know that if it comes to that, I'd want to be there. If he's going after him, he's not going alone."
"He's never truly alone. Remember, I'm sealed within him."
"Well until you are out of here, I'd count you both as one. I know he's not a demon, but since you and him share a body, you are treated as one. At least, that's I'm looking at it.You're nothing like the adults said, and no one has spoken of you in a few years. Still, I wonder why that is."
"Let's just say I helped the council catch a major criminal, and helped Naruto execute him on the spot. That was the end of Danzou Shimura. He and Sarutobi have the same ideals, but their ways of achieving it is where they differ."
"How so?"
"Danzou was a war hawk. He believed that war could solve any problem. Even I disagree with him. However, everything he did, though he did it for a good reason, it doesn't excuse the crimes he committed. What he's done will not accomplish what he wants, and anything accomplished the wrong way is not worth having. Even we Kitsune have a code."
Everyone else was beginning to stop laughing. "I figured as much. There are laws anywhere you go, and nothing can change that. Even here."
"True. The law here is Naruto's word. He doesn't always show it, but the only one that's always here, being me, I know who's the one in control here. As much as I want to get out, I know it's not safe out there. Especially for someone like me." Akane stated, somewhat disappointed.
Shikamaru grabbed her shoulder. "There's not much to worry about there. By the time word gets out, anyone who hated you before, will suddenly feel sorry for you... Aside from the idealists, and stubborn bastards, but you can ignore them. I figure someone like you would know how to do that."
Akane started tearing up. "Thank you, I appreciate what you're doing, but right now," She wiped her tears away. "I have a job to do, and I'm not leaving it unfinished. Naruto has been trained by me since he was 4, all so he could help me take down Madara when he comes back."
"How do you know he will come back?"
"During our time in Kirigakure, we faced off with Sanbi no Yagura. As he was on his death bed, he told us that Madara had placed both him and the Sanbi under a Genjutsu. The same one I was under, at that. It was then that we figured out he didn't summon me for no particular reason. He's after the Bijuu. Thanks to that, he'll be coming after me some time in the future. I want Naruto to be ready for anything he could throw at us, and for that I trained him myself. Being as I'm the only one that's fought him and is still living."
Everyone looked at her. Shikamaru was still talking, knowing that people were listening. "Well, you are sealed, but you're still alive."
"Guilty as charged. Still, I have other reasons for helping him out now. I recently got in contact with my father, who is the only one living that has faced off with the Doujutsu he has. Normally, it's a lot more dangerous to the user than the target, but this time, the side effects are almost non-existent."
Naruto glared at her. "What do you mean Akane?"
"I got the message while you were taking the Graduation Exams. Taijutsu Portion. I read over it a few times, and he told me of the original Side Effects. Only one of which has actually shown itself, and that's at the initial activation. His Chakra reserves Double or even Triple. His went between the two, jumping him from Mid-Chuunin at Age 4, to just shy of Kage level when it activated. This is not including my Youki, which he can use as his Chakra. That bumps it up to a least 10 times Kage level. He's got that much Chakra at his disposal."
Everyone's eyes widened. Kushina looked at Akane. "Why didn't you say anything like that before?"
"It wasn't necessary. Besides, knowing you, you could figure it out somewhat easily. I already told him that when he activated that Doujutsu, though it was painful, it made his Chakra Reserves skyrocket."
"She did. I had to work on my control even more than before because of it. Still, I think we can get to the Specifics of the Hunter Eye." Naruto said, confusing everyone but Akane, who nodded, Kushina, and Anko.
"Well this is how it goes." Akane went into everything it can do. "As for the side effects, the original had Blindness as one of them, though he does not. In addition, like the Sharingan it has multiple levels that one can achieve. He's only gotten to the Second level, from what I know. It requires more Chakra to be sent to it in a steady stream in order to maintain its activation. Otherwise, you only need to send Chakra to it once and you've got it active until you remove the Chakra from it." Akane paused to let it sink in.
"There is more, however. Activating it is painful as hell the first time around. It knocked him out when he did, too. I also see that it has become a bloodline, therefore his children will gain it, as well."
Sasuke spoke up here. "What would happen if someone from, say the Uchiha clan came along, and he had kids. What would happen then?"
"The kids would not gain the Sharingan. Instead, they would activate the Hunter Eye. The same goes with the Byakugan. The Eye color could still be the same, denoting the heir of a Hyuuga, however, the Byakugan will never manifest enough to use it. The same goes for the Uchiha. Same Eye color, different abilities."
"Umm, Akane?" Hinata said, causing her attention to shift. "Do you think that it's possible that you could help me with a little something I've been trying to work out? I don't have all the possibilities yet, and it's about something that I utterly hate and wish to change."
"What would this be?"
"The Caged Bird Seal. I always hated the seal, and if there's anything I truly want to do, it's to get rid of the damn thing. It's dangerous, manipulative, and it gets worse. I have all the information on it, since I'm a Main Branch member, so if you need any information on it to help out, I'd be glad to give it to you." Hinata stated, without a stutter.
"Caged Bird, huh? Well, I know why it's used, and there is a safer way to keep the Byakugan safe. I know of it, as does Naruto. In fact... Why haven't you put the thing on her, Naruto?"
"Didn't think it was necessary just yet. Remember, she has a lot more in her than most think. Although, I have a feeling that if something like this were used, she would never have to worry about getting branded with the Cage Bird seal." Naruto replied.
"Now, what did I tell you about being prepared?"
"I didn't forget about that. In fact, the only thing keeping me from even placing it now, are personal interests."
Hinata looked at him. "You know of a way, already? Is it possible to get rid of it?" Naruto shook his head. Akane began to speak. "Unfortunately, there is nothing we can do to remove it. The way it is applied, it can only be stopped from being put there in the first place, which the one we came up with does." Everyone's eyes widened.
"Is it possible to detect this one? I mean, if it uses Chakra, then it's possible they'd be able to spot it." Hinata said, earning a shake from Akane.
"Not this. It does use Chakra, but the Chakra is not a resident of the seal. The Byakugan can't find it. Chakra is used in the forming of the Envy Seal, as we call it, but after the fact, it's not even visible to the Naked eye, and I highly doubt that the Sharingan and Byakugan can detect it. Sure as hell know the Hunter Eye can't."
"Again, what the hell do you mean?"
"Tell me, Naru. Can you see it on me?"
Naruto shook his head. "Activate it, and look. Left arm." He shook his head again. Akane turned to the others. "See what I mean? The Hunter Eye can't even spot it."
Shikamaru had another question. "I have one more question right now. Why did you call it an Envy Seal? I mean, Envy is a bad thing to go around with."
"Shikamaru, Envy is short for Environment. That's why the Byakugan can't detect it." Naruto tensed up. "What the hell?"
Everyone looked at him, even Akane though she was smirking. "I think we're done here. Who wants to try their luck at a Rogue Chuunin?"
Naruto, Sasuke and Hinata raised their hands. "Just 3, huh? Well then, let's get going you three. Mizuki seems to be leaving the village, probably trying to get out with that Scroll he's carrying." Kushina tensed.
"The scroll. About how big is it?"
"Probably 3 feet long, maybe 6 inches in diameter."
"That's the Hokage's Forbidden Scroll! We have to stop him!"
Naruto put a hand on her shoulder. "Mom, let us take care of this. We may only be Genin and without an official team, but this could turn out for a good show, and make them think that a Second Generation of your team is possible. When you think about it, it gives some grounds for it." Kushina nodded. "Alright, everyone. It's time we get out of here."
"I'll be waiting for the next visit."
They all glowed, minus Akane, and then left the mindscape.
-outside-
Everyone opened their eyes, determination flowing through 6 eyes. "Sasuke, Hinata. Let's move. I already have his current path, and can get us there without much trouble. It's near a safe house I have, so that makes getting to him easy. Remember, we take out his body, but leave his head. The scroll must be intact." Naruto said, earning 2 nods. Hinata grabbed a wrist, while Sasuke grabbed a shoulder. "Hiraishin!" They disappeared with an Orange light, shocking most of the others.
"Show off." was Kushina's only comment. Mikoto and Hikari giggled at her reaction to this. "Hey, Kushi? How many safe houses does he have?" Mikoto asked, earning a shrug. "I don't know. I do know of 3, but none in that path."
Mikoto nodded. "Then, I think I can see where things are going. I think we should let Sarutobi know what's going on."
Kushina nodded. "Hikari?"
"Say no more. The Kunoichi Trio is back!" Hikari raised a fist in the air, pointed between the two others. Kushina and Mikoto did the same, going for a 3-woman fist bump. (A/N: it's when 3 women have their fists connect at one point in the middle. The Same for the 3-man fist bump, but 3 men are doing so.)
The 3 of them left via a Shunshin. The others stayed put, and tried to have some fun. It wasn't easy without Naruto. Those who never realized how lively he was, noticed that without him, things just weren't as fun.
-Hokage's Tower, Roof-
Sarutobi was giving orders to ANBU, when Kushina, Mikoto and Hikari landed right in front of him. "Lord Hokage, there is no need to send ANBU after him. My son, along with Mikoto's son, and Hikari's first daughter are after him as we speak, in a 3 man cell. I know my son is capable, and it could provide the basis for their teams, since they don't have one yet."
Sarutobi looked at her. "You expect me to believe that 3 Genin, fresh out of the Academy, could pull something like this off?"
Mikoto smirked. "No, we don't expect you to believe it. However, from my understanding you know Naruto's abilities. You know full well he's capable of it. This is an effort to show some teamwork, in my opinion. See how well they work together." Hikari and Kushina nodded. Sarutobi looked in thought.
"ANBU, change in plans. Find Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Hinata Hyuuga, and watch their progress. If the situation goes bleak, step in. Otherwise, you are simply to observe. Only 2 of you are to go."
"Sir!" Two of them left in a Shunshin.
-With Naruto-
Naruto, Sasuke and Hinata were at a Safe house that Sasuke remembered. "This is the place." Hinata looked at Sasuke. Naruto just smirked. "I know. You and your mother stayed here, at my request. Let's move. He's this way."
The 3 of them jumped into the trees, following Naruto. Hinata activated her Byakugan while Naruto kept his Hunter Eye inactive. Sasuke had yet to unlock his Sharingan. "Naruto-kun?"
"It's not active because I don't really need it at this point. I'm using my Chakra senses, not the Hunter Eye. He has yet to change course, meaning we are on a collision course with him. Be ready for a fight, because he's going to put one up." Naruto said.
Sasuke and Hinata nodded. "Also, if you see me throw any Shuriken or Kunai at him: Get back. Don't want you hit with it." Another batch of nods. They knew what he was talking about.
It was only seconds later that Naruto felt the presence of ANBU. "2 ANBU? Is he really sending someone else to... wait a minute. Their path is towards us, not him. Heh, thanks mom."
Sasuke and Hinata smirked. "Let's go guys. Naruto-kun?" Hinata said. They all nodded.
In only 2 minutes, Naruto found that Mizuki was close. He gave a signal to the others, that they immediately recognized. The ANBU, however, didn't. They only knew that he was signaling something to them. They all sped up, causing the ANBU to get a little faster as well. They didn't need to, because Naruto hit Mizuki out the gate, causing him to hit a tree.
"What the hell?" Mizuki yelled.
"Mizuki. I was wondering when you'd show your true colors Mizuki. Stealing the Hokage's Forbidden Scroll is punishable by death. Especially if you were taking it to another village, or a Rogue. This marks you as a Rogue, and thus, we are going to take your head." Naruto said.
Mizuki looked at him. "You brat! You honestly think a Demon can do anything to me?"
Hinata gave Mizuki Kushina's Death Glare, simply oozing Killing Intent. "Don't. You. Dare. Call him a DEMON!" Naruto noticed a sudden rise in her Chakra levels. He found it was far higher than she's ever showed. 'Mizuki is fucked.' Was Sasuke's only thought.
"Naruto, Hinata, I figure I should let you two handle him. Hinata is pissed, and Naruto, you have the experience. I'll cover you two from a distance." Sasuke said. Naruto nodded, and added Akane's Chakra to his own, causing another massive rise in Chakra.
-with the ANBU-
Both ANBU were looking at them in shock and awe. 'How do those two have such high Chakra levels? Well, Naruto is a Jinchuuriki, so that's why he does, but Hinata too?'
"I don't know what's going on, but I think they can handle it." The ANBU with a cat mask on said. The other one had a tiger mask on.
"Tiger, what do you think?" Cat asked.
"If something bad happens, I'll step in and stop them. For now, we wait as ordered." Tiger replied.
-with Mizuki-
Mizuki was staring at them both. Sasuke began making handsigns. "Katon: Grand Fireball Jutsu!" Sasuke launched it at Mizuki as a first strike. Mizuki managed to dodge it. "Too easy!"
He didn't realize that the others had already circled around him. Naruto hit him over to Hinata, who hit him in a Chakra point with a Chakra enhanced strike. Mizuki ended up coughing up blood. "H-how?"
Naruto, Sasuke and Hinata looked at each other. Sasuke spoke up. "I think the only thing we need is his head. We could let the ANBU take care of the rest."
Naruto shook his head, surprising Mizuki. "We chose to do this, and we're going to finish it. I'll behead him, since he's immobilized from that hit Hinata gave him. Probably hit the Nucleolus Chakra point, am I right?" Hinata nodded. "After that, you burn the body with a Fire Jutsu. We'll take the head, and the scroll to the ANBU so they can take care of him for the rest of the time."
Sasuke and Hinata nodded. Naruto bit his thumb, and put the blood on his right hand. His sword appeared in said hand. He walked up to Mizuki and sliced straight through his neck with ease. Hinata grabbed the head, and Sasuke went through some handsigns. Naruto already had the scroll in hand. "Katon: Grand Fireball Jutsu!"
Mizuki's body was burned to a crisp, leaving nothing but ashes and burn marks. Naruto fixed that by going through a few handsigns himself, and slamming both hands on the ground. "Doton: Environmental Reset!" The entire area, that looked like it was a battlefield for a bit, now looked as if the fight never happened.
"That's better. Let's go." Naruto said.
"Right!" They all nodded and went straight to the ANBU.
-Hokage's office-
Kushina, Mikoto, and Hikari were watching the whole thing, smirking. Sarutobi was a little impressed. "Their teamwork is a lot better than I expected."
The Kunoichi nodded. "If you don't mind my asking, who do you think would be a good candidate for a team as good as this?"
Mikoto and Hikari looked at Kushina. "Kakashi Hatake. Naruto is already familiar with him, and he knows Naruto's abilities better than you do. I also feel that the council will want him to train Sasuke, since he has the Sharingan. As for Hinata, that's just a bit of insurance on all of them. Once Sasuke unlocks his Sharingan, this will be a Doujutsu team, and a Second Generation team. Do you see where I'm going with this?"
Sarutobi looked in thought. "I agree. This is obviously a massively good team as it is. Once Sasuke unlocks his Doujutsu, it will easily be a Doujutsu Team. Something that is rare, even in Konoha. In addition for it being a Second Generation team, I think the council will have no choice in the matter. They will probably want it as a full blown team, either way. With Kakashi as a Jounin Sensei, they won't refuse it period. If they do, I'll be surprised."
All of them nodded.
-a few days later, Konoha Academy-
Everyone was there for team placement. The Rookie 9, as they called themselves, were sitting in a group. They knew Ino, Shikamaru, and Chouji were going to be on a team, so hey worked on team strategy. Naruto, Sasuke, and Hinata didn't have much work to do on teamwork, since they had a test run against Mizuki. Kiba, Shino, and Sakura were not that bad, but could still use some work on teamwork.
Iruka came in and announced the teams. Teams 1-6 were nobodies. (A/N: Canon-wise) "Team 7 will consist of Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha," Both of them smirked at this. "and Hinata Hyuuga." Hinata smirked, but had a slight blush on her face. "Your Sensei will be Kakashi Hatake."
Naruto tensed at that. "Iruka-sensei, I just have one question about my team." Hinata and Naruto looked at him. "Why is Kakashi our sensei? I mean, I know he's capable, but I already passed him after that trip when I was 5. Plus, he's almost always late." Iruka just looked at him. Sasuke and Hinata were wary of what he was saying, though. Hinata knew he wasn't kidding with that statement.
"These placements are the Orders of Lord Hokage. I'm sorry, but that's the way it is."
Naruto smirked. 'Akane, looks like mom had a hand in more than I thought. A family friend as a Sensei? Never thought it would be easy.'
"I know, right? Although, if I'm right about this, your mother convinced the Old coot right after your fight with Mizuki. That would give you massively good grounds to become a team. Also, since Kakashi was trained by your father, and he has the Sharingan, he can also help out Sasuke after his Sharingan awakens. We could help out too, but not as much, or in the same way. As for Hinata, that makes this a Second Generation Squad."
'Got it.'
Iruka went through Team 9 (A/N: More nobodies). "Team 10 consists of Ino Yamanaka, Shikamaru Nara, and Chouji Akimichi. Your sensei is Asuma Sarutobi." The rest of the teams had more nobodies.
"Alright, all of you wait here for your Jounin Sensei. They will be here shortly." Iruka said, before he caught Naruto snickering. "What's so funny, Naruto?"
"It's nothing. Just that my sensei is going to be here in 3 hours or so... 2 and a half, if we're lucky." Naruto said, earning glares from most of the Genin. Iruka looked at him suspiciously.
"What makes you say that, then? You do realize what a Jounin is, do you not?"
Naruto nodded. "I just know him personally. That's all I'm going to say on that." Iruka raised an eyebrow, but shrugged it off. The Jounin were coming. Asuma came in, as did Kurenai Yuuhi, Sakura, Kiba, and Shino's Jounin Sensei, came in and they all said goodbye to each other for the time being.
Naruto and Sasuke were playing Shogi, while Hinata was watching. The game went on for 2 hours. 30 minutes later, The door slid open. Kakashi stuck his head in, and got hit by the black board eraser in his jewels. Naruto didn't even look at him. "That's what you get for being late, Kakashi-sensei. I could just tell my mother, but that wouldn't do us any good. We need you alive, not dead." Naruto put his hand on the cards they were playing with, and they disappeared.
"Meet me on the roof in 5 minutes. I hate classrooms." Kakashi closed the door. They all smirked.
"Naruto-kun, how did you set that up?" Hinata asked.
"The eraser had a seal on it, to hit Kakashi-sensei's jewels the moment he stuck his head in the door. You could say, it was to get him back for being late. I have other good ways of doing things, and if he's late to the roof, or more than 10 minutes late thanks to that, He's getting something else he wouldn't expect." Naruto said.
"Well, what are waiting for? Let's get going." Sasuke said, earning 2 nods. "Let's go out the window. Don't want people knowing about the Hiraishin still being around. I don't use it unless I have to." They all nodded and jumped out the window, running up the wall to the roof.
-roof, 8 minutes later-
Kakashi came up to the roof. "Well, let's start with introductions, since technically, I don't know you all that well."
"Why don't you go first, Kakashi? I mean, someone has to show us how it's done." Naruto said, raising 3 eyebrows.
"Well, as you know, my name is Kakashi Hatake, I have many likes, and few dislikes. My dreams... they died some time ago. You're first." He pointed to Sasuke.
"My name is Sasuke Uchiha. I have few likes, and there are a lot of things I dislike, but there is one thing I hate more than anything else, and that happens to be Fangirls. I don't have a dream, because, since my Clan's near extinction, I have had most ties destroyed. I have found new ties, since then, and I'm working on making good times with them." He looked at Naruto.
"My name is Naruto Uzumaki. I like many things, and ramen. I dislike fangirls, but utterly hate those that mess with my friends. My dream... is unimportant at this point in time." Kakashi looked at Hinata.
"My name is Hinata Hyuuga. I like a certain blonde, a few other things. I dislike very few things, but utterly hate how the Side Branches of my clan are treated, and those that threaten the one...s I love. My dream is to help Naruto with his dream. It's a tough one, but someone's got to do it, and I'm not letting him do so alone."
Kakashi nodded at all of them. "Well then, since there is normally another Genin Test to go through, I'll be counting that Rogue Incident you helped out with as that, so you'll be starting your missions tomorrow. You have already proved you can work together, and know each other's strengths and weaknesses." They all smirked and nodded.
"Just know that, that little A-rank aside, you will have to go through D-rank missions, since you are still fresh Genin. Rules are rules, and I have to follow them. I'll be working to at least get you a C-rank, for a while. So if I'm late to a team meeting, it's likely because of that until then. Meet at Training Field 7 tomorrow at 1000. I will try not to be late." Kakashi said before he used the Shunshin. Naruto and the others looked at each other.
"Well, that could've gone worse." Naruto said.
"How so?"
"He could've had us take the bell test. He went through it, and I will admit that I went through it already as well. This was before I had come back from my trip. Hiraishin was out of the question, and not to be used. Heck, I couldn't use either of my dad's Jutsu." Naruto said.
Hinata and Sasuke glared at him. "You're not supposed to talk about that, remember?"
"Yeah, I remember. My father's side wasn't made public. So you can see why things are better off now, than before." Naruto said. "Still, don't discount the D-ranks. There are more to them than meets the eye. Think of it as exercise, and you'll do better. I mean, I was farming for a week with my bare hands. No tools allowed. It got my hands pretty resistant to pain."
Sasuke looked at him strangely. Hinata just sighed. "You know, he does have point."
Sasuke looked at her with the same face. "What do you mean?"
"Think about it. If you can do things differently than others, wouldn't it mean that by doing the same things others do, but in a way that constitutes training ourselves, it could work out." Hinata said. Naruto smiled at her.
"That was the point. D-ranks, though boring, can sharpen up our skills, even if we don't need it. Still, weapons won't be used during D-ranks. There is no need for any of them to be used." Naruto said. "I learned that firsthand." They all nodded. "Hinata, since you explained it, where should we go to eat? I am hungry."
"There's a good BBQ restaurant downtown. How about there?" Sasuke and Naruto nodded.
"Good Idea. I've been wanting BBQ for a while now." Sasuke said.
"Then what are we waiting for?" Naruto asked, as the others left him in the dust. "Looks like they don't intend on waiting. Oh well." Naruto surrounded himself in Black Energy. "Gravity Teleport." He whispered.
-BBQ restaurant-
Team 10 was there, while Naruto, Hinata and Sasuke walked in. Shikamaru was the only one to notice. "Hey guys. What's the deal with your sensei?" Ino and Chouji looked over to where Shikamaru was looking and found Team 7. Asuma didn't even bother to look at them.
"Well, due to that little incident with that scroll, we're lined up for D-ranks tomorrow." Sasuke said.
It was then that Asuma turned to them. "What do you mean? You were supposed to take the next part tomorrow."
"Well, if you count capturing and eliminating a Rogue Chuunin, while returning the Hokage's Forbidden Scroll, while using teamwork, you can't say it doesn't exist. We know each other's abilities, and can apply several strategies that could work well with our skill sets." Hinata shot back.
Asuma shut up at that, while his Genin Team smirked. "You really should find out more about us. You don't know what we're capable of, and some of us might surprise you." Shikamaru said. "Word of advice from your friendly neighborhood Nara."
Naruto looked at them and his face went into serious mode. Ino caught it. "It's time, isn't it?" Naruto only nodded in response. "Well then, I guess that means we're good to go. Shikamaru?"
"Yeah, I know. I'm gonna have to change my outfit to something more manageable, to my personal skill set." Shikamaru replied. "And Chouji?"
"I'm already good. I still have those techniques Naruto told me about, and I did master them some time ago." Chouji said. Naruto smirked. He seemed to be doing that a lot lately. "Well, remember not to underestimate your opponent. That will lead to your downfall faster than arrogance."
They all nodded. "Okay, Team stuff aside, let's eat." Naruto said, as he sat down in the booth next to them, Sasuke sitting next to him, and Hinata across from Naruto.
-1 hour later-
Team 10 was leaving, and Team 7 was getting ready to go. "Well, see you guys tomorrow. Even though he said he would try, I'm not sure if he will. It's possible, but can't guarantee he will be on time. To be sure, be there about 10 minutes early." Naruto said, earning a round of nods.
-about 1 month later-
Team 7 was being briefed on their next mission. Sarutobi was going off the D-ranks, seeing which one would suit them. So far, nothing. "Lord Hokage, I believe my team should go for a C-rank. It has been a month, and I can tell that they are bored with them. Why not give them a bit of a challenge to get them to settle down?" Kakashi suggested.
Sarutobi raised an eyebrow and smirked. Iruka, who was present had other plans. "Your team is only fresh Genin. A C-rank could get them killed."
"Calm yourself Iruka. Kakashi, you've been after this for what, 3 weeks?" Kakashi nodded. "And now you finally speak up in the briefing room. I believe I can give you a recently added C-rank."
The Genin looked at him with a smile. "Your mission is to protect a Bridge Builder on his way to Wave Country, from bandits and the like." Naruto's smile faded, and went cold. One thought crossed his mind. 'Gato didn't listen, and now he's after Tazuna, I'd wager.'
"Probably not far off either."
Sasuke looked at Sarutobi. "Who's the client?"
"Send him in."
An old man came in. "What? They're sending kids, nowadays?" He had a Sake bottle. "I'll bet they're just wet behind the ears."
Naruto didn't even look at him, unlike Hinata and Sasuke. Before they could say anything, Naruto spoke, without turning to him once. "It's been a long time, Tazuna. What was it? 7? 8 years?"
Tazuna's face went from half drunk, to sober and surprised. He knew that voice, and it matched with what he said. "N-Naruto?"
Sasuke, Sakura, and Iruka were surprised that he called him out. Kakashi wasn't the slightest bit surprised. Sarutobi was a tad bit surprised at this outcome. "I think I already know why you need protection, so you don't really have to explain it. Just know that I have your back, regardless. It wouldn't do for me to save your daughter, at only 5 years old, and abandon you when you're life 'could' be in danger." His voice was hesitant when he said could. Sarutobi caught it, but before he could say anything Tazuna spoke up.
"I guess I'm lucky you're here. I'm not sure I'd trust anyone else around here, other than Kakashi and your mother. I just didn't expect you this early."
Naruto smirked. "Well, you don't have one of us here. You got 2." He pointed a thumb at Kakashi. "Even as a Genin, he's still my sensei. Ironic when I think about it." Tazuna looked at him. "Well, I know they can do a good job with these two on board. I mean, Naruto is one of the best I know."
Kakashi looked at the team. "Alright, be at the gate in 2 hours. Pack up for a few weeks, because it's a 3 day trip to Wave. I'll be looking after Tazuna until then."
Naruto shook his head. "I don't think so. I need to discuss a few things with Tazuna before anything else happens. Catch up, you know?" Kakashi looked at him and saw another thing on his mind. He didn't call him on it.
"Let's go Tazuna." Naruto and Tazuna left his team behind.
-an hour later, with Naruto-
"So let me get this straight. A few days after we left Wave, Gato started things back up, you're trying to build a bridge to free Wave Country, and now he's after your head because of it. Am I correct so far?" Naruto asked.
"That's it in a nutshell. What do you think I should do? After Kaiza died, it wasn't easy on the village. Without you, Inari's gone silent and solo. He needs to get over the past, and look to the future. I mention your name, and he breaks down immediately."
Naruto just looked serious. "I'm gonna kill that bastard." Tazuna looked at him scared.
"W-what do you mean?"
"Before I left, right after Kaiza was executed, I sent a Shadow Clone after Gato and issued my ultimatum. If he didn't stop what he was doing to Wave, and I found out, I was going to find him, and I was going to kill him. Well, he didn't stop. I heard about it. Now he's gonna die. I'm gonna take care of it personally. However, not as Naruto. I'm sure you heard about The Kitsune Warrior appearing near Kirigakure, did you not?"
Tazuna nodded. "I take it that was you?" A nod. "Well then, I'm not surprised if you issued a warning like that to him right before you left."
"If you see me put on a mask similar to a fox, that means I'm dead serious. My entire team knows about it already, and some of my more spectacular Jutsu. Most of which I didn't know when I was in Wave." Naruto said, earning a nod.
"Well, I'm done with what I got. What about you? How are things on your end?"
-Konoha East Gate-
Kakashi was on time, surprisingly. Sasuke and Hinata were already there. Naruto was missing, and it was almost time. "Where is he?" Sasuke asked, getting impatient.
"Probably had a lot to talk about. It's been almost 8 years since they last saw each other." Kakashi said. "Well, here they come. And not a minute too soon."
Sasuke and Hinata looked at him. "What exactly did you guys talk about?"
"I guess we'll explain when the time comes. Although, it was mainly family and our lives since we last saw each other." Naruto said.
They nodded, knowing he wouldn't explain until that time came.
"Alright, let's go!" They walked out the Gate, Tazuna in the middle of a Delta Formation.
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Chapter 6 Complete.
So you know, asking for reviews is just a force of habit for a writer. I'll admit I'm not much of a writer, but typing things up calms my nerves a ton.
With the Paperwork Influx at it's 3rd shot, I'm quite stressed out. This helps quite a bit. Type just to type, or for a reason you can't think of. You'll find you can do a lot better than you could otherwise. At least, that was the case with me.
By the way, I haven't posted this story yet, at the time I'm typing this up. First chapter hasn't even been posted before I finished this chapter.
If that's not proof I'm just typing to type, I don't know what is.