Chapter 9 Break time and the mission to wind country
Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto and Metal Slug
Bold letters inner Sakura.
Konoha (fire country territory three days later after Jirobo's assault)
Konoha was finally in calm after the attack of general Jirobo of SOUND the battle was intense but the leaf soldiers manage to defeat him thanks to their secret weapons the Metal Slug, because of the attack a lot of fire soldiers were killed defending the village and the Hokage has order a funeral ceremony to be held later. The construction started reconstructing the wall that protects the village, at least the front where Jirobo used his tank Crusher to destroyed they have also plan to construct a stronger version of the wall to prevent enemies from infiltrating the village. A lot of the civilians and soldiers alike were happy that they have their first victory over one of the SOUND generals; while others were feeling uneasy knowing that they were able to win the battle because they had help from the two formal SOUND soldiers Kin and Sasame. After Jirobo's dead both of them were taken to Ibiki for interrogation, however Ibiki didn't even got the chance to use his methods of interrogation since Kin told him everything she knew about SOUND voluntary.
As for the Leviathan the powerful transport was send to the Konoha labs to be repaired since it got damage during the attack at Jirobo's base, the battle has been won but the war was far from over. Everyone knew that this was just a taste at what SOUND can do, next time the fight could get worst and hard to be won but no matter what happens they were going to fight with everything they had.
(Present day Konoha memorial ground)
The whole population of the leaf village was present for the funeral ceremony of all the Konoha soldiers that died during Jirobo's attack, they were all wearing funeral clothes as they waited for the ceremony to start. Naruto stood quiet along with the crowd thinking about all the soldiers that died, he saw a lot of villagers were crying because of the lost of their loved ones. There was a little girl sobbing while her mother was holding, she was obviously the daughter of one of the deceased soldiers he growl in his mind how he hated this. He has always hated war because nothing good comes from it, he understood very well that he had to fight to defend the village but there was no point in causing war just to spill blood and destruction everywhere. He agrees with Sakura's ideals in creating a world safe from war, anyone will called them fools but he has always believe that there was always to avoid war and create unity within the nations of course he didn't told that openly or he might get in trouble.
Just the sight of all the tombstones from all the people that died makes him feel so depressed this was the result of war, he knew that more people were going to die the war wasn't over not until they defeat all of the SOUND generals and Orochimaru. He suddenly felt someone taking his hand giving it a gentle squeeze, he look to see Sakura giving him the look that she knew what he was thinking. It doesn't surprise Naruto at all Sakura knew him too well which it makes it hard for him to keep secrets from her, whenever something bothers him he always tells her and they both talk about it and it always work because their communication with one another was perfect in every way.
Tsunade was in front of the crowd along with the leaf lieutenants Kakashi, Gai, Asuma and Kurenai all wearing their respective funeral clothes, the blond Hokage took the stand ready to speak" everyone we are gather here today to remember our comrades our brothers in arms that fought alongside of us and died in the line of duty defending the village until the end"
"Now as your Hokage I ask of you to keep fighting for what we believe in, not just the safety of our village but to fight for the sake of the brave soldiers that died, for the sake of their loved ones that will never see them again let's continued to fight for their sakes and put an end to this war now let us have a moment of silence to remember them and to never forget them"
A strong silence fell on the memorial ground, a lot of the people made a silent prayer to so their souls could go to heaven and rest in peace while others only honor their memory by giving them the moment of silence. After a couple of minutes they started putting flowers on their graves while paying their respects, one by one they lay their roses and said their goodbyes. Soon everyone has left from the memorial ground only Naruto was left watching at the grave stones, it wasn't long before Sakura came to him making an attempt to cheer him up.
"You okay?" she asked showing concern in her tone.
"I'll be lying to you if I tell you I'm fine and even if I lie you will know I'm lying to you"
She made a soft giggle at least he wasn't taking this too hard" wanna talk about it?"
"Look at all of this Sakura once again war has fall on us and we have no choice but to fight back, I thought that with the other nations giving up on war then peace can finally be achieve and now Orochimaru comes and SOUND invades war starts all over again now we have a second great war upon us"
The pink haired soldier put her hands on his shoulder to comfort him" I know how you're feeling I don't like war either but the only thing we can do is to fight to achieve the peace we had, by stopping Orochimaru and SOUND we have to help the other nations to stop SOUND "
Naruto smiled making Sakura's heart skip a beat he remove some of her pink hair from her face while she blush slightly" I know Sakura-chan but I've been thinking if we stop SOUND there's the chance that the other nations might want to use war as a resource once again, even if granny wants to make an alliance with them but it will be only during the war with SOUND so to assure peace to everyone forever I think a permanent alliance with the nations should be made"
Sakura' jade eyes widened her glasses were about to fall but she quickly adjusted them a smile was form on her lips" you mean an alliance with all of the other nations like uniting as a powerful force"
"Yeah that's what I'm talking about I know it won't be easy to achieve it since the other nations feels hostility to one another, even to this very day they are still people suffering from the effects of the First Great War but even if that was the case I think that they are a lot of people yearning for peace remember what I told you before we have to raise our voice and tell them that we are here we want peace too"
Sakura smile erasing the blush from her cheeks" yes you are absolutely right I think you should talk to Tsunade-sama about this she may consider your idea"
"I don't know I'm sure she has a lot of work to do I don't want to bother her maybe I will tell her later"
"But Naruto you're idea can finally end the war for good with all the nations and prevent any new threats to rise up we can finally achieve peace forever, this is an opportunity you can't left behind"
This time Naruto put his hands on her shoulders and she melted by his warm touch" now wait a minute Sakura-chan who says I'm going to let this chance pass by I am going to tell granny about my idea if she considerate we will be one step ahead to find peace"
"That's good but don't get take too long to tell her, so Naruto what are you going to do now?"
"Well I was thinking of going to the interrogation building to pick up Kin and Sasame that Ibiki really loves his job not to mention that he's so stubborn, Kin has already told him everything she knows about SOUND and he thinks she's hiding information from him he also doesn't trust them he'll be sending his spies to watch over them" he finished while sighing.
Sakura felt some jealousy rising within her ever since she saw Naruto hugging Kin she has been trying to control her jealousy, of course she knew that he was just giving her a comforting hug nothing else but she still felt jealous and she couldn't help it. She suddenly got images of Naruto and Kin kissing follow by having a make out session with him, she freak out when she got another image of them taking their clothes and having sex. She immediately erase those horrible images from her head, she knew she was exaggerating there was no way Naruto would have sex with her when he barely knows her but she couldn't help it she didn't wanted her blond crush to be with the formal SOUND soldier.
"Hey Sakura-chan" Naruto said while waving his hand in front of her causing her to snap from her thinking.
"What?"
"You okay you space out on me for a minute"
"Oh yeah fine don't worry about it" she gave him a fake smile.
"Are you sure?" he asked his voice full of concern.
"Yeah you're worrying too much Naruto it's nothing, so you're going to pick up Kin and Sasame at the interrogation building after that how about we go get some ramen together"
The blond soldier gave his grin" that's a great idea Sakura-chan I am feeling hungry we can have ramen with Kin and Sasame let's go back and change and go pick them up so we can have the ramen"
Sakura was not happy she was expecting to have ramen alone with him and not to have the two formal SOUND soldiers, especially when Kin was going to be there too.
(Damn it Naruto I want to eat ramen with you not with them damn it I won't let Kin have you) inner Sakura said angry.
"Naruto I think I won't be able to join you for ramen today" she said regretting that she ever said that.
(What the hell are you doing if you don't go Kin will have the chance to take Naruto from us)
"What do you mean you can't have ramen with me you were the one who suggested" he said worry because he wanted to have ramen with his pink haired crush.
"Well I think I might have a shift at the hospital today Tsunade-sama has been reorganizing the hour for everyone at the hospital because of the attack from SOUND, so I might have to work today" she was hoping she didn't have to work today but she didn't wanted to go with Naruto because Kin was going to be there, it seems her jealousy was getting the best of her again.
"But Sakura-chan I can't enjoy the ramen if you're not with me please" he gave her the sad puppy eyes.
Sakura have to blushed at the most cute sight ever seeing the blond haired soldier giving her the sad puppy eyes was so adorable, she couldn't say no to him she finally sighed" okay I will go with you"
He smiled while giving her a quick hug" thanks Sakura-chan it's not the same if you're not with me if you do have to work at the hospital I will convince granny that you didn't know a thing about it"
"Thanks Naruto well shall we get going then?"
"Yeah"
They left the memorial ground while Sakura took a glance at him, she felt so happy that he wanted her to eat ramen with him that badly of course she have to groan because she won't be alone with him. One thing was for sure she was going to make sure that Kin doesn't have any intentions in claiming her blond crush for her own not as long as she was around.
Hokage's office
Tsunade was filling paperwork as usual but with the attack by SOUND she had more paperwork to filled than normal, she groan sometimes being Hokage was pain in the ass what would she give to have some sake and being in a hot bath that was the life. Right now she was expecting something important to come to her, it's been three days after Jirobo's attack that she send the letter to the Kazekage in the sand village, today she was expecting his reply will arrive if they will accept assistance from Konoha and a possible alliance against SOUND. Suddenly she heard a knock on the door she let them in, the door open to reveal Jiraiya and Shizune they each gave their salute ready to report to their leader.
"What is it Jiraiya?"
The white hair sergeant showed her a letter with the seal of the Kazekage and the symbol of the sand village" the reply from Kazekage has finally arrived" he handed the letter.
Tsunade took the letter hoping that they have good news and not the other way around, without hesitation she open it and began to read while the two were waiting for respond. After she was done reading she gave a small smile, while Jiraiya knew like he just read her mind.
"Well what does the Kazekage thinks of your proposal?" ask the sergeant having an idea what her answer will be.
"It seems the Kazekage is willing to have our assistance to fight against the SOUND forces in their region, according to the letter the sand troopers have their hands full trying to defeat them they have suffer a great loss of their men and need support"
"So they are that desperate to win the battle that they are willing to accept our proposal to help them, you know very well that Konoha and Suna don't see each other eye to eye because of the last war we have with them" Jiraiya said.
"Yes I'm well aware but this our chance to finally out our differences aside and start a new era, an era of peace I know it won't be easy but war is not the answer it has never been we should learn from our past mistakes and the perfect example is the First Great War"
"I understand what are you trying to say so what are your orders now Tsunade?"
Tsunade turned to Shizune" Shizune what is your report on the Leviathan?"
The raven haired woman spoke" well Tsunade-sama our team has already started on the repairs of the Leviathan it has suffer some exterior damage but nothing serious, I believe we will finish with the repairs in four days"
Tsunade nodded" Jiraiya I want you to prepare the leaf squadron along with the Metal Slug team to depart to wind country to help the cause with sand as soon as the repairs to the Leviathan are finished"
"Roger I will tell them immediately they will be ready"
"Good that will be all dismiss"
"Yes Tsunade-sama"
They left the office while Tsunade took another look at the letter (Jiraiya is right the Kazekage is that desperate to accept our help I know that Suna's forces are strong but with this letter they are really having a hard time with the enemy, the general in charge of the SOUND forces there must someone worst than Jirobo)
Hyuga residence
Hinata enter the house to visit her family she just receive orders from Jiraiya that she was going to leave the village along with her team to the wind country to help the sand village, against the SOUND forces in that region and she wanted to say goodbye to her father and younger sister. Things were not so bad after all her cousin Neji is a member of the leaf soldiers that are going to the wind country, at least she had some family while she was going to be away from Konoha. She heard some punching noises and she knew where it was coming from, her father Hiashi have taught her, her sister and her cousin hand to hand combat in case weapons failed a good soldier must always be prepare. She went to the small gym where their father have taught them how to fight, when she got there she saw her sister Hanabi punching a punching bag wearing a pair of blue sweat shorts a white t shirt and black sneakers.
Hanabi stop her daily training to look at her older sister, at first she wasn't comfortable with her presence she thought she came to her to gloat at her victory against the SOUND general. But she thought twice Hinata was never the arrogant type she was always dedicate to her work and she care for her friends, Hinata went to her pretending to be serious when she was happy on the inside.
"What is it sister?" she asked in calm tone not caring what she wanted to talk to her about.
Hinata didn't take her eyes off her sister" I heard from sergeant Jiraiya that you saved Konohamaru's life during the attack is that true?"
"And what if is?" she ask in the same tone.
"But I thought you only wanted to take all the credit to yourself Hanabi you wanted to impress everyone that you're leaf soldier material"
The young Hyuga stood quiet before shaking her head in a negative pattern" no I've realize that victory is nothing if you don't have your comrades, my allies are more important than getting all the credit for"
Hinata embrace her surprising Hanabi a lot" I'm so glad you finally understand Hanabi the sergeant also told me that you fought well in battle keep this up and you'll become a leaf soldier" she finally broke the embrace while Hanabi was smiling.
"I believe you will become a great leaf soldier Hanabi"
"Thank you Hinata"
"I'm very proud of you"
"As do I"
They turned to see Hiashi walking to them" well done both of you I'm very proud of you too you have fought for your village like a true soldier would I couldn't ask for better daughters"
"Thank you father" they said in unison.
"Hinata soon I will be living in the leaf squadron headquarters"
"And I will be waiting for you" Hinata smile at her younger sister.
"Now Hinata I must speak with you in private" Hiashi said.
"All right father"
They left the gym while Hanabi return to her training, they reach Hiashi's study although Hinata had a pretty good idea what he was going to talk to her about.
"What is it father?"
"I heard from the Hokage that you are leaving with the leaf squadron to the sand village to stop the SOUND forces in the wind country"
"Yes father it's true I have no doubt that we'll be victorious in the battle"
"The I will wish you victory in the battle you have been given an important task, you'll be representing Konoha at the battle in the wind country I know you can do it"
"Yes thank you father"
"Now there's something else I want to talk to you since you'll be going to the sand village you must be well prepare" he then gave her a king size knife" take this with you"
Hinata was in awe at the size of the weapon (AN like the knife Rambo has)" father this is an impressive knife but why are you giving me this"
"This used to be my combat knife I know you already have one but this one is more affective you need to watch yourself for any men that might try to take advantage of you"
Hinata sighed this wasn't the first time she has heard this" father please you have taught me hand to hand combat I can take care of myself"
The older Hyuga sighed" I know my daughter but you have to face the facts here, you have a body that would make men drool and have plenty of nose bleeds not to mention will make any men masturbate just at the mere sight of you or worst, you have a voluptuous chest and a fine ass you must protect yourself from sex hungry perverts"
"I'm well aware father I know I have a killer body as well that most of the men fantasize in having sex with me but I don't let that get to me"
"I understand but remember if any of those sand troopers touch you…."
"I know father I will stab their dicks and rip their balls off"
"Exactly kill their dicks they won't be able to rape you without them and besides it's not like you have someone that you have your sights on"
Hinata stop while blushing she was thinking of a certain leaf soldier, Hiashi notice it but he didn't say anything" well that will be all remember that no matter what you do I'm already proud of you and your cousin too, make sure you tell him that"
Hinata bow with a smile" thank you father well I'll see you later" she left the room while Hiashi smile.
(She's just like her mother she even has her body dear Kami she was so hot such a fine piece of ass and tits I really missed her)
At Ichiraku's
Naruto was having another bowl of ramen with three fine ladies, next to him was Sakura eating her bowl while keeping her eye on Kin who was sitting on the right side of the blond soldier while Sasame was enjoying her bowl next to Kin. She was trying to control herself and not let her jealousy get the best of her after all ever since they got to the ramen restaurant she hasn't made a move on Naruto so things were good for now, Kin was just enjoying her ramen and she was very impressed the taste was delicious. She remembers the kind of food she had to eat when she was a SOUND soldier, the food was not of high quality and sometimes it was rotten truly it was disgusting the sight of it. But now she was in a whole new place a lot better than the SOUND base, the people were good and the food was even better. Of course some of the villagers were still glaring at her and Sasame since they used to be SOUND soldiers, she didn't blame she hopes that they get use to them and trust them like the rest of the Konoha soldiers.
Kin finished her bowl as she enjoyed every single bite of the tasty ramen" mmm…Naruto thanks for treating us this ramen is delicious"
"No problem this is the best ramen in all of the five nations I'm glad you like it"
Sasame only smiled as she continued to eat her bowl and Kin smiled too" it's so good to finally eat real food I forgot how good food tastes like"
This got Sakura's attention" what do you mean Kin?"
Naruto also wanted to know while Kin looked at them" let's just say the food they sever us at the SOUND base was not good it tasted like crap, some of the soldiers died of food poisoning because of the taste I'm telling you it's horrible"
"I guess they don't like serving good quality food meaning they don't want to waste money to buy good ingredients cheap bastards" Naruto said.
"Well you're no longer in SOUND you're in Konoha and the food is the best but it will be good if you taste the other types of food, because with Naruto here you'll be only eating ramen since he's a ramen maniac"
Naruto pretended that she hurt his feelings" but Sakura-chan I love ramen you can't blame me if it's delicious I will die for ramen" he gave her his fox grin while Teuchi and Ayane chuckle at his comment.
Kin notice that Sakura was smiling with a small tint of pink on her cheeks she smirked at the sight" so Naruto you and Sakura seem to be close"
Sakura got suspicious at her comment why she would ask such a question, she started to freak out maybe she was interested in Naruto why else she would ask that question she obviously wants to know if she and Naruto are couple.
(No I should it know she's planning to take Naruto from me)
(CHA I will not let her take my Naruto)
Naruto only smiled at her comment" yeah you can say that Kin me and Sakura-chan have been the best of friends since we were little" (even if I want to be more than her friend)
(Even if I want to be more than his friend) Sakura thought sadly.
(I want him so badly)
"Oh I see so you guys are not together huh?" asked Kin with a smirk seeing that both of them were blushing.
"No were not" they said in unison still blushing.
"So you're available Naruto?" ask the formal SOUND soldier.
Naruto raised an eyebrow having a bad feeling why she would ask him that question" I guess"
Sakura gritted her teeth in anger while feeling the need to punch Kin (no I knew it she's interested in Naruto)
(CHA let me at her I will give her a piece of my mind I won't let her have him)
"I can't believe you're single Naruto a soldier so strong smart and handsome like you I find it hard to believe that you don't have a girlfriend" Kin said with a small grin seeing that Sakura was glaring daggers at her she really needed to be careful what she said or she might get beat up by the pink haired soldier.
The blond soldier scratch the back of his head" I guess I don't have time for that with the war and everything going on"
"That may be true but you should always take some time to find that special someone and who knows she may be closer than you think" she said with a slight smirk and Sasame was smiling knowing what her friend was talking about.
"You could be right Kin but right now as things are I'm not interested in that kind of stuff" Naruto said while finishing his bowl.
Kin finally gave up in the topic as she took a look at Sakura she was no longer upset but she look disappointed, she couldn't help but feel sorry for her it was pretty clear that she have feelings for the blond soldier.
Naruto took his toad wallet and left the money on the counter before leaving the restaurant with the group; as soon as they left they were met by the leaf soldier Kakashi, who smile at them behind his mask" yo Naruto Sakura"
"Kakashi sensei what brings you here?" ask Naruto.
"Cut it out already I'm no longer your teacher so you can stop calling me that"
"But to us you're still our squad leader" Sakura said with a smile.
"Sensei" Kin said not knowing what it meant.
"I guess you don't know but in soldier academy when we graduate as leaf soldier we were assign to a three man team along with a squad leader, Kakashi became our squad leader me Sakura-chan and Sasuke were his team" Naruto said.
"I see I guess that makes sense in a way to prepare soldiers more in combat" Kin said.
"That's right but my team has already pass the test to become individual cadets that was three years ago, now that they are eighteen they have become full blooded Konoha soldiers and one of the best leaf soldiers in the village I couldn't be any prouder of them" Kakashi said.
"Thanks Kakashi sensei did you come to us for a reason?" Naruto said.
"Actually yes you already know that sergeant Jiraiya has order the leaf squadron and the Metal Slug team to leave to wind country as soon as Shizune's team finish with the repairs of the Leviathan, he has also order a small briefing on the mission later today at headquarters be there"
"All right we'll be there" Sakura said while Naruto nodded.
"I suppose you two can come too since you're now soldiers of Konoha" the mask soldier said while looking at Kin and Sasame.
"That's fine with me Sasame and I will help you in any way we can" Kin said.
"I guess that will be all I'll see you all at the briefing" Kakashi said before leaving.
"Well I better get going I promise Sasuke and Kiba I will shoot some hops with them, what are you guys going to do now?"
"I am going back to headquarters I will like to cool off for a while" Sakura said.
"I guess we'll go to headquarters too" Kin said while Sasame nodded.
"Okay then let's all go to headquarters" Naruto said as they left the ramen restaurant.
Later at Leaf squadron headquarters (gym area basketball court)
Naruto, Sasuke an Kiba were playing basketball dress in their gym clothes Naruto was wearing orange short with a white sleeveless shirt and white sneakers, Sasauke was wearing blue shorts with a black sleeveless shirt and black sneakers finally Kiba was wearing grey shorts with a red sleeveless shirt and white sneakers. Playing basket ball is one of their hobbies when they are not in the battlefield and they always play rough without holding back, unaware for the three that they were being watched. At the entrance to the basketball court there were two female soldiers watching them from afar and they were enjoying what they were seeing.
The female soldiers who were obviously drooling at the sight were none other than Sakura and Hinata they were both blushing while who knows what kind of thoughts were running through their heads, this wasn't the first time they have watch them playing it's been plenty of times. Sakura blushed deeply seeing her blond crush playing basket ball the way he moves, he was like a pro watching him shoot the ball making a three point basket she thought damn he is so hot. Hinata was only staring at Kiba with dreamy eyes and a small blush on her cheeks, she couldn't stop thinking about him she has always fantasized about him. In one of her dreams Kiba is fondling her breasts while sucking on them, he was playing with them while she moan in pure bliss loving each of his actions and in another of her dreams she was giving him a tit job after all she could do it perfectly since she's a double D.
Both of them continued to drool at their crushes while having perverted thoughts, not realizing that another female soldier was behind them and she couldn't believe what they were doing she felt sorry for them.
"You two are pathetic"
The two soldiers gasp as they turned around and saw Ino with a frown on her face" I must say you two are pitiful can you guys go so low than this"
"What are you talking about Ino?" ask Sakura paying stupid.
"Drop the act Sakura I know what you two are doing" Ino said disappointed" drooling at the guys while they play basketball checking them out I don't want to know what you two are thinking right now" she gaze at the three young soldiers playing, she pretended that she wasn't checking a certain Uchiha out.
"It's not like that Ino we are just watching them play they are very good at the game" Hinata said in the most innocent and honest tone ever.
"Who are you trying to fool?" Ino said with a frown" they must look very good to eat don't you guys agree" she said in a sarcastic tone while both girls were feeling embarrassed" oh please I can't take this I'm out of here"
Sakura gasp while blushing" oh my Hinata they have take off their shirts"
Hinata has set her eyes once again on Kiba and she got a small nose bleed along with Sakura, Ino was so disappointed at this (what a bunch of sick puppies) she finally sighed in defeat and went to watch the game.
Suddenly her breathing quicken as her heart started beating faster, she felt her face heating up at the sight of a shirtless Sasuke she got a small nose bleed seeing well tone and muscle chest. Sakura sighed dreamily seeing what the blond soldier has to offer, the perverted thoughts were endless the same with Hinata she felt like fainting at all the possibilities with Kiba. Ino started getting wet watching Sasuke's sweaty body, even if she didn't like him dear Kami he was HOT a god, he has the perfect body and before she realize she started having a sexual fantasy with the Uchiha. They were both kissing passionately as she tied him to a bed and she went on top of him, she started kissing and licking his chest before reaching to his manhood.
(Naruto looks so hot) Sakura thought with a blush.
(CHA he is the definition of hot I would love to bang him)
(Kiba-kun looks amazing I don't care what my father says he can rape me any day of the week) Hinata thought dreamily.
(Mmm….very impressive Uchiha I wonder how big his dick is….WHAT THE HELL why the hell I want to know that I don't like him I am not interested in him) the Yamanaka soldier thought getting frustrated.
"HEY NO FAIR SASUKE THAT WAS A FOUL" Kiba shouted while getting up because he was push by the Uchiha.
"You snooze you lose Kiba I hit the basket making a perfect three points so don't be a sore loser"
"Excuse me Sasuke who's the loser I won the game by five points" Naruto said while taking his ball and making it spin with his index finger.
Sasuke smirk" next time you won't be so lucky"
"I hardly doubt that, you said the same thing the last time we played" Naruto smirk while the Uchiha frown at his comment.
Kiba whip some of the sweat from his forehead" phew man that was a great workout come on let's hit the showers"
The three soldiers left the court while the girls sighed in disappointment, they were enjoying the great view and no they have left to the forbidden zone for women the men showers.
"Well I guess the show is over" Sakura said disappointed.
"I wonder if we'll have another chance to watch them playing again we will be leaving to wind country in a few days" Hinata said.
"If we are lucky we might watch them play at the Leviathan it does have a basketball court in the sports section" Sakura said with a grin.
Hinata smirk while blushing" Sakura-san you are a genius"
"Thank you" she smiled while they gave themselves a high five and Ino was frowning.
"You two are sick I can't believe you two are my best friends" Ino said.
The two female soldiers look at each other before smiling at their friend.
"Ino will it be better if we were drooling at each other like we were lesbians" Sakura said.
"Maybe we should have a lesbian orgy right now" Hinata said while laughing
"What of course not I just say that you two are acting like a bunch of perverts" the Yamanaka said in a scold.
"Were not perverts if we do it to the guys that we like so were innocent" Hinata counter her comment while Sakura nodded in agreement.
"Whatever" Ino said getting annoyed.
"Besides Ino weren't you enjoying the view of Sasuke without a shirt and sweating" Sakura said with a devilish smirk.
"WHAT no don't you even say it Sakura I am not interested in the Uchiha not in the least I was disgusted by his body" Ino said obviously lying.
"Yes Ino you were so disgusted looking at Sasuke's body that you got a nose bleed" Hinata said smirking and Sakura started laughing.
Ino blushed at the comment.
"In fact Ino you still have some blood on your nose" Sakura said holding her laughter.
The Yamanaka blush even more she whip the blood from her nose; she was too embarrassed that she left the court while Sakura and Hinata were laughing.
"How long do you think she will keep on denying it?" ask Hinata while drying her tears from the laughter.
"Knowing Ino it will take her a while" the rosette said while taking her glasses and cleaning them.
At the showers (men section)
"So Kiba where's Akamaru?" ask Sasuke while washing himself with the soap.
"My sister is checking his program you know how overprotective she is of him Akamaru is her best creation ever, so she wants to make sure he's ready for the battle ahead"
"Yeah were about to fight a hard battle but it won't be the last" Naruto said while washing with the soap.
"I'm not afraid of the war we'll kick those SOUND bastard asses like we did before" Sasuke said he grin deciding to change the subject" so Naruto have you ask Sakura out yet?"
The blond soldier blush a little" what are you talking about Sasuke?" he decided to act stupid.
Kiba chuckle" yeah right Naruto come on buddy everyone in the whole village knows that you like Sakura since we were kids so answer Sasuke's question"
Naruto sighed" come on guys I don't feel like talking about it you guys already know the truth I love her but I…..I don't know if she feels the same way"
"Naruto that's like asking if the sky is blue of course she feels the same way about you, she's crazy for you don't you remember how she used to be when we were kids" Sasuke said.
"Oh yeah I remember she was so shy more shy than Hinata, she couldn't even try to talk to someone without hiding herself and if someone actually talks to her it was to tease her about her glasses and her forehead" Kiba said.
Naruto chuckle remembering the past" yeah she was so shy even if she was trying so hard to make friends, she wasn't so lonely though she had Ino"
"Yeah but when Ino wasn't around to defend her she was always teased by the other kids and you were the one that save her from being picked on and ever since Sakura has been thankful of you and even adores you" Sasuke said.
"That's what I'm afraid off" the blond said while his two friends didn't get what he was trying to say" I'm afraid that she will only like me as a best friend as a brother I don't want that I want to be more than friends with her"
"I think Sakura likes you more than a friend" Kiba said.
"You said it Kiba you THINK" Naruto retorted.
"Naruto I'm sure Sakura hasn't said a word to you because I think she feels the same way too, that you will only like her as a best friend nothing more" Sasuke said.
"What that's ridiculous I love her with all my heart" he sighed" oh well I guess I will have to give it time before actually telling her"
"But don't take too long though" Sasuke said.
"Yeah you already have waited thirteen years to tell her but I guess it wouldn't hurt if you wait another year" Kiba said with a hint of sarcasm.
Sasuke grin" speak for yourself Kiba you still haven't said a word to Hinata"
The Inuzuka blush a little" you have it all wrong Sasuke I don't like Hinata like that"
"Oh come on who are you trying to fool like Naruto everyone in the whole village knows that you're crazy about Hinata but you don't have the guts to tell her"
"I can't blame him for not telling her Sasuke I mean I would be scare to tell a girl I like her when that girl has a crazy ass overprotective father" Naruto said.
Sasuke shiver remembering Hinata's father Hiashi" yeah I guess you're right looks like you have a good excuse for not telling her Kiba, it wouldn't surprise me if Hinata has a chastity belt"
"Yeah and with her body she must have a triple lock" Naruto added.
Kiba sighed" so it's that hopeless for us to happen I knew it all along"
Sasuke grin" so you admit that you like her?"
"Yeah I do like her a lot but with her father I don't stand a chance I don't want to be killed by him because I like his daughter"
"You're in a tight spot" Sasuke said.
"Well it's not hopeless" Naruto said" it doesn't matter if her father doesn't approves of your relationship with her the one who decides it's Hinata herself, if she likes you Kiba then screw what Hiashi thinks"
"You said it Naruto IF she likes me"
"I think she likes you, you two are such good friends and you're always polite with her girls go for the polite type" Sasuke said.
"See Kiba it's not so hopeless after all" Naruto said.
"Yeah I guess I will do like you Naruto I will give it time before making my move"
"I can't believe you two are my friends not making a move on them losers" Sasuke said feeling disappointed.
"Look who's talking about losers the worst of the worst" Kiba said in a growl.
"Meaning?" ask the Uchiha.
"You know what I'm talking about you have no chance of actually having a relationship with Ino ever since we were kids you kept on asking her out and she kept rejecting you and even to this day she still rejects your approaches face it Sasuke, she doesn't like you"
Sasuke snorted" she's just playing hard to get but I will get her someday"
"I don't think so playing hard to get for thirteen years is impossible get the message Sasuke she will never have you as her boyfriend" Kiba said.
"We'll see about that time will finally give me the answer you will see" Sasuke said in a cool tone.
"Oh please" Kiba said as he washed the soap from his body.
"Leave him be Kiba" Naruto said while finishing showering" Sasuke is a big boy he'll be fine"
"I'm more worry about Ino" Kiba said with a smirk.
"Funny" the Uchiha replied in a sarcastic tone.
"Well I'm off the briefing will begin soon I don't want to be late" Naruto said while drying himself with a towel he wrap it around his waist and pick up another towel, he grin devilish at what he was about to do.
Sasuke and Kiba have finished showering and they were about to reach for a towel until Naruto came, turning the towel and started hitting them on their asses.
"AH GODDAMN IT NARUTO STOP THAT" Kiba shouted piss feeling his ass getting hit by the towel.
"YOU ARE SO DEAD NARUTO" Sasuke shouted not in the least happy.
"HAHAHA I AM THE TOWEL MASTER FEAR MY WHIP" Naruto shouted as he continued hitting their asses with the towel like it was a whip.
Later at the conference room (leaf squadron headquarters)
Everyone from the leaf squadron were present including their new members Kin and Sasame, they were all seated in a rectangular table while there was another table in front of them which is reserve for the higher ranking officers in the leaf squadron. The double doors open and came sergeant Jiraiya with Kakashi, Gai, Asuma and Kurenai, everyone got up as soon as they saw them.
"All right ATTENTION"
"SIR"
"As you were you may seat"
Everyone took their seats along with higher ranking officers Jiraiya was the only one was standing" now you all know that in four days from today you will depart to the wind country to help the sand village against SOUND , you will leave early in the morning now I suggest you prepare all of your weaponry along with fuel supply. Remember one important thing if you spot a vehicle that or any personnel from Suna do not fire on any of them friendly fire will not be tolerated are we clear"
"SIR YES SIR"
"Good now I also suggest that you keep in mind while you'll be entering Suna territory don't forget about SOUND so it will be wise once you enter the wind country to activate the stealth mode of the Leviathan, you can't let the enemy know of your location or the mere fact that you're there don't forget that you'll have the element of surprise on your side don't screw it up"
Shikamaru raise his hand" sir will the enemy suspect of our arrival?"
"Well not if you let them see you" Jiraiya said with a smirk.
"That's not what I mean sir what I'm asking will they expect us to aid Suna in battle because Suna are on the brink of defeat, they may expect that the sand will try to have an alliance with us since we defeated one of their SOUND generals"
Jiraiya was in deep thought while the lieutenants were impressed at his way of thinking.
(That Shikamaru is always one step ahead) Asuma thought.
"Good point Shikamaru as things stands now let's hope that the SOUND forces in wind country don't know of Jirobo's defeat that's why you all have to be cautious at all cost, remember that you won't in the fire country but another territory in charge by one of our formal enemies the sand as much as they ask for our help we can't trust them"
"I think they already know"
Everyone turn to Kin she gaze at the white haired general" I believe they must've already know of Jirobo's death and they must've send a message to Kidomaru he's the general in charge of the forces in the wind country"
"Looks like this mission is going to be a lot tougher than we thought" Kakashi said.
"I know the chances for this mission to be successful are very low" Asuma said.
Jiraiya nodded" if that's the case then we no longer have the element of surprise I know all of you can win this battle, you are the best soldiers in the village and the future I have faith in all of you now are they anymore questions?"
Nobody else answer they all knew their mission clearly" then you all dismiss"
"SIR YES SIR"
SOUND base desert region (wind country territory)
A man wearing a SOUND general uniform was walking the halls of his base until reaching a door, when it opened there was a SOUND soldier holding a letter it seems that the general was in a bad mood with the way he was glaring at the soldier.
"This better be good" he said in anger.
"Yes sir we receive a message from the forces at the fire country" the soldier handed him the letter.
The SOUND general Kidomaru took the letter while raising an eyebrow (why would they send a primitive message when they can send a communication did their communication stations were damage or something)
He finally open the letter, when he was finished he started laughing it seems he was now in a good mood" I don't believe it these are the best good news I have ever received"
"What is it sir?"
Kidomaru stop laughing but he had a smile on his face" Jirobo is dead"
"What but how?"
"It seems Konoha lives to its reputation as the strongest" he laugh again" well serves him right he was the most arrogant of the SOUND generals always saying that he was the strongest of all us and now look at him killed by Konoha soldiers"
"Should we send our forces to invade Konoha?"
"No that won't be necessary I have a feeling they are going to try and help Suna to try and stop us" he growled in anger" those sand troopers they are a pain in the ass bastards, they are stubborn like flies"
"What are your orders sir?"
"Let them come to us it will saved us the journey to go to Konoha it will be like killing two birds with one stone, I want a full battalion of our best men at the middle region of the dessert to greet our Konoha guests"
"Yes sir" the soldier said while leaving the room.
(Jirobo never stood a chance against them they can't be underestimated but I am more interested in learning more about those secret weapons of Konoha these so called….Metal Slugs)
Konoha fire country territory (four days later)
The Leviathan was finally repaired and it was standing outside of the village gates ready to depart, everyone was present ready to say their goodbyes. Jiraiya Tsunade members of the council villagers and fire soldiers they wanted to wish them luck in their upcoming battle at the wind country, the Metal Slugs were already inside the Leviathan.
The leaf soldiers were about to enter the Leviathan which had the hangar hatch open.
"Please be careful out there" Tsunade said.
"If things turn for the worst just contact us and we'll send reinforcements in a heartbeat" Jiraiya said.
"We'll be fine I just hope things don't get too troublesome" Shikamaru said.
"We will let you know of the situation once we arrive at wind country" Neji said.
"Well it's time to go we'll see you guys later" Naruto said.
"Please come back to us alive" Kakashi said.
"Will do" Naruto said with his grin as everyone enter the Leviathan the hatch closing up.
The Leviathan started moving leaving the village of Konoha behind everyone wave their goodbyes wishing them the best of luck, the leaf soldiers next destination is the wind country hoping to stop the second SOUND general Kidomaru and his forces. The terrible news is that he already knows of their arrival and he was preparing to face them, soon the battle in the wind country is about to begin.
To be continued
Finally this chapter is done sorry for not updating this story in a while but I have been gathering my ideas to how the story will move on from here, and I have finally decide that yes they will be lemons in the future the story is already rated M so what the hell. Also to Keith Ken chan sorry but I don't know whether to write omakes for this story, sorry about that maybe the next chapter. Please review and until next time farewell.
Next chapter: Ambush in the desert a drastic decision is made