Disclaimer: I own nothing. Not Naruto, nor Kingdom Hearts.

AN: I feel like such a ditz. I've actually had this chapter done for months. Yes you read that right. FOR MONTHS! And I totally forgot to upload it. That is a first. I've never goofed up like that. I actually thought I did upload it so when I went to start the fourth chapter I realized I still hadn't uploaded the third chapter.

Moving on... I hope you enjoy this update and the one to come for this weekend. I'm actually working on it as we speak so look out for it. The previous authors note will be deleted soon as well so please make sure to check out my new story Oblivion as it's a KH/Naruto crossover as well. I hope you enjoy!

The cheer that come from Ventus was both expected and loud, but neither of the friends really cared for decorum at the moment. Aqua had thrown herself at Terra in a tight hug as the look of shock slowly left Terra's face, only to be replaced with a large smile which was followed by loud laughter from all three of them.

The two Masters couldn't help but grin at the three friends exuberance. Although they knew that things were just beginning for the three friends, they allowed them to have their moment of laughter. There might not be much of it in the near future.

XxXx

Terra and Aqua stood in front of Master Eraqus as he gave them a brief and somewhat final lecture on what they were now expected to do as Keyblade Masters. Master Naruto was standing off to the side, his eyes closed with a deep look of concentration on his face. It looked as though he was trying to listen to something but couldn't quiet make it out. Ventus had retreated to his room for the time being, the lecture Eraqus was giving was for their ears only.

"...and insomuch as you are now Keyblade Master, you must always be conscious of-"

He was cut off by the sound of bells ringing in the distance. They were all a bit surprised by it, and couldn't help but wonder what was going on.

"Eraqus," Naruto said. "Look, behind you."

They all turned to see a light shining from a jewel that was behind the middle chair in the room.

"What is that?" Aqua asked.

Both Masters moved to congregate around the light, leaving the two new Masters in their bewilderment.

"Aqua, do you have any idea what's going on?" Terra asked quietly.

"I don't know," she said with a shake of her head. "Ven should've been here by now, what with the bells and everything. Where do you think he is?"

Terra only shrugged.

"Very well then, I'll send my students to investigate," they heard Master Eraqus say. It was obvious that the two Masters were speaking with someone. "Yes, I understand. He will be going with them, farewell."

"That was my dear old friend Yen Sid," Eraqus said as he stood in front of his students. "As you know, he is Master no more, but he still keeps a close eye on the tides of light and darkness. His counsel serves as signposts on the road we wielders of the Keyblade must walk. All the more reason, then, for concern, for he tells me the princesses of heart are in danger.

"Not only from the forces of darkness, as you may assume, but also from a new threat, one that feeds on negativity. Fledgling emotions that have taken monster form. Yen Sid calls them the "Unversed." As wielders of the Keyblade, you are tasked with striking down any who would upset the balance of light and darkness. The Unversed are no exception. I tried to pass this news on to Master Xehanort, but my repeated attempts to reach him have failed. Master Naruto hasn't had any luck with this either. I doubt there is any connection, and yet... This all troubles me."

He took a small breath, to give them a chance to absorb what he had just said before speaking again.

"So here we are. I need you two to get this situation under control Oddly enough, the timing couldn't be more perfect."

This caused raised eyebrows between the two friends, which was noticed by Eraqus.

"As the newest Keyblade Masters you are going to be taken out to different worlds to learn things that you couldn't learn here. Master Naruto was going to be taking you on a tour of sorts, to different worlds. This will give you a chance to not only learn what you need to know to as Masters, but to also eliminate the Unversed and find Master Xehanort."

Master Naruto and I have unlocked the Lanes Between, forbidden pathways that you may use to travel between this world and countless others. The darkness looms closer than usual within these spaces, but your armor will protect you. Lastly, remember that order must be kept. You can't tell anyone that there are other worlds. Now go with Master Naruto and fulfill your duty."

"Yes Master," they said in unison.

"Master Eraqus," Naruto said. "We'd best be on our way. The quicker this gets done the better."

XxXx

Ventus sighed as he lay on his bed, swinging his wooden keyblade. While he was happy for his friends passing their exam, especially for Terra, he couldn't help but feel a bit left out.

They were going to be leaving soon with Master Naruto after their debriefing with Master Eraqus. His thoughts were interrupted by a loud bell ringing in the distance. He jumped to his feet and ran towards his door before he was stopped short by an unfamiliar voice.

"Better hurry Ventus," the voice said. He turned to see a masked figure leaning against his desk wearing an odd outfit of what looked like muscles and a shawl around his waist.

"Who are you?"

"You'll never see Terra again," he said in a somewhat cocky voice.

"What?" he asked incredulously. "Get real, I can see Terra anytime I want."

There was a moment of silence before the boy spoke again.

"Like right now?" he asked. "He's leaving you behind, and by the time you catch up he'll be a different person."

Ventus was getting fed up with this guy.

"Look whoever you are, you don't know the first thing about Terra. Me and him will always be a team. You trying to pick a fight or what?" he said angrily, brandishing his wooden keyblade.

"Oh grow up," the boy said while walking across the room. "Is that what you call friendship? You'll never know the truth unless you go out and find it for yourself."

He turned to look at Ventus.

"Come on, what could you possibly know when you're stuck here, looking at nothing but what's in your tiny world," he said while opening a dark portal. With that, he disappeared, leaving Ventus alone with his thoughts. Thoughts that quickly turned towards Terra and all the times they spent together. Tearing away from his thoughts with vigor, he turned and raced out of his room, hoping that he wasn't too late.

XxXx

"Good luck you two," Eraqus said as they stood outside the castle doors. "I know you'll do great under Master Naruto."

"Thank you Master," they both said.

"Alright you two, lets go," Naruto said.

"Terra, you don't know where Ven is do you?" Aqua asked him quietly. She held a look of worry on her face and Terra really couldn't blame her for it. He himself was wondering about Ven, as they hadn't seen him since the results of the Exam were given. Just when he was about to answer they heard Ven calling out to them. Naruto paused to give them time to say goodbye.

"Terra," Ventus shouted as he raced towards them. "Terra, I..."

He was cut off by Terra placing a hand on his head. He looked up to see both Terra and Aqua flash a grin his way.

"It's okay," Terra said. Any response Ventus had was cut off as the three of them summoned their armor and Keyblade. Terra's armor was a mix of browns, reds, and gold while Aqua's was a mix of different shades of blue and silver.

Naruto's armor was pale white and gold making it out to see as though was was some type of royalty. It was only a moment later that Naruto swung his Keyblade upwards, releasing a beam of light that opened a portal to the lanes between. The three of them threw their Keyblade towards the sky, transforming them into different shaped gliders.

They each hopped onto their respective gliders before disappearing into the portal leaving Ventus with Eraqus.

"Come Ventus, let us retire for the day," Eraqus said after a brief moment. As Eraqus began to walk away, he heard the sound of a glider being activated. He turned back to see Ventus quickly making his way after the trio.

"Ventus! Stop!" he shouted. Either Ventus didn't hear or he chose to ignore his Masters callings as he disappeared into the lanes between.

Eraqus could only frown as he watched the boy disappear into the distance.

'This won't turn out well', he thought as he walked back towards the castle, his thoughts going a mile a minute.

A bit short I know, but don't worry the next will be longer.

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