A/N: Here's the second half. Enjoy!

Naruto woke up with a start. 'Stupid Kyuubi' he thought. Being kicked out from one's own mind was probably unheard of even among jinchuriki. At least Bee did not seem to have such problems, which, though, was solely on the Eight-tails' account, for the beast was always extremely patient with his rap abusing vessel. They were a strange bunch, but they got along pretty well. This always fascinated Naruto, therefore, when he finally had found a way to get through to the Kyuubi, he was really happy. Although their duo still was not so flawless as that of the Eight-tails and Bee they gradually became closer. Constant quarrels and daily exchange of bitter remarks eventually turned in no more than just a habit, which lacked in venom. This manner of communication was fine by them, since they both knew it was just a façade, the kind of amusing way to pick at each other's pride. However, it was evident for both of them that they could fully trust each other. That was great. For one it meant that his confinement was not altogether unbearable, quite the opposite, he had not been so engaged in human affairs since the time of the sage of six paths. The other finally found a friend that could understand his sufferings and support him. Surprisingly, Naruto did not feel a tad bit of resentment towards the fox on whose behalf he had been called a demon throughout his childhood. He would sooner admit that he still hated the villagers for the way they had treated him, than blame his misfortunes on the Kyuubi alone.

The fox was a victim as well after all. The understanding of this fact allowed Naruto to soothe the demon's hatred, while having him by his side as a trustworthy companion made it possible for Naruto to overcome his own loathing towards the village.

This, however, did not stop him from wanting to beat the fox up from time to time. This once, for instance. Because the demon would not let him play dead a bit longer, he now found himself in a rather awkward situation.

Although, Naruto was locking eyes with his younger self, he could feel the other three pairs of eyes on him as well. He did not like this much attention. Never mind that he was a bit startled and, therefore, for once, lost for words, watching his younger self's reaction appeared to be quite amusing. First he heard him sequel and fall on his back, followed by a moment of awkward silence. But after that the boy recovered in no time, and was now shooting questions at him nonstop.

"Hey, hey. O-niichan. Where did you come from? Why are you looking almost like me? Are we siblings? Hey, say something~" Naruto whined at last.

Naruto just gaped at him, seeing that his henge was no longer in place, he did not know where to start from. The one to speak was Kakashi as he addressed the older Naruto.

"Don't be shy now and at least say 'hi' to yourself."

The blond once again looked over his younger self, but remained silent.

"Eh? What was that all about? Kakashi-sensei?" Naruto was confused.

"That just means that there are two Uzumaki Narutos in this room right now."

"No, you've got to be kidding me." Naruto eyed the stranger with doubt, but paled slightly when the later nodded, confirming his identity.

"Ha-ha, no way." Naruto chuckled nervously. "Prove yourself or I won't believe you!"

"How would you like me to?" Older Naruto finally opened his mouth.

"Hmm, then... What do I like the most?"

"Ramen"

"Dream?"

"To become hokage"

"The person I like?"

"Should I say Sakura-chan?" Naruto briefly wondered whether the young kunoichi would hit them both on the head for that one.

"Of course!" Naruto stated. "Umm, what else... Argh, it's still so unbelievable."

"Calm down, Naruto." Kakashi chimed in. "Actually I already have the confirmation of him being your future self, and since he had admitted it himself, there is no doubt about it anymore."

"Future self? Did he travel back in time? Is this even possible?" Naruto felt his head spinning.

"Well, I don't know much yet. So, if you kids don't mind, I shall talk with him first."

"No, no, no, I won't be leaving just yet! Ne, nii-chan, I still have tons of questions!" Naruto addressed his older self, deciding to stick with the 'older brother' to call him. "Say, how many jutsu did you learn? Are they cool? Does everyone think I'm cool in the future? Have you already become the hokage? And what about-"

"You don't expect me to answer all this at once, do you?" Older Naruto chuckled. "Just don't run away and we'll have a long chat later, I promise."

"Why would I?" Naruto asked, not actually meaning to get any reply. In fact he was so happy to meet with his future self, which, he supposed, was a chance of a life time, that he had dismissed all thoughts about the morning events and his confrontation with the stranger. Thus, Naruto failed to put two and two together and did not see anything suspicious in his future self sitting before him and asking not to run away, while the persistent stranger, who demanded the same thing, was suddenly missing.

"Come on, Naruto." Kakashi chimed in. "Before you torture yourself to death with all those questions, I need to speak with him too. Would you guys leave us for a while?"

"Hn." Sasuke got up, shoving hands in his pockets. Followed by Sakura, he passed by the rest of their team and stood by the slide door.

"No way!" Naruto crossed his arms on the chest. "Why does Kakashi-sensei get to speak with him first?"

As Sasuke suspected the blond boy was not eager to leave, but the Uchiha knew how to help it.

"Let's go, Dobe." Sasuke practically dragged Naruto out of the room by the back of his collar.

Sakura also went outside half-closing the slide door. Naruto's gaze lingered on their backs for a while, until they turned around the corner and disappeared from view. Younger Naruto's complaints still could be heard, though. But they also soon stopped as, according to the sound, Sakura seemed to run out of her patience and bumped the blond on his head. That is when Kakashi had finally seen it proper to start the conversation their guest from the not so bright future.

TBC