Forever Team Minato

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"I'm back," there was no response but then, that was expected given that a memorial couldn't speak back. "It's been a bit longer then usual, huh? Sorry…I didn't expect things to get so…hectic, I suppose."

A sigh sounded as a hand dragged through hair. "They made me a sensei- I'm actually going to meet them after this. I never really thought I'd be one- it was something that I always imagined that you would be, Obito." Here the tone became wistful. "Your energy would be good with dealing with kids. Ne, Sensei, did we ever make you feel old with our antics?"

Ha, all the time! That's just what happens when you're teaching the next generation. The words came easily, as if the man was standing there next to the memorial and just watch, patiently waiting to hear whatever else that may be said.

It should probably be worrying how vivid these…hallucinations were but really, it was just a relief to still be part of the team in a way.

"I got your son as a student, Sensei- Obito's little cousin, your Itachi-chan's otouto. Also a civilian girl. They remind me of us, you know? The energetic boy crushing on the girl who is in turn enamored with the broody genius. Though they're different also.

Sakura-chan is very much aware of Naruto-kun's crush- not that your son's very subtle about that Sensei, it seems he really does take after Kushina more- and is very…adamant about her rejections. Naruto-kun doesn't have something like the Sharingan to strive for so, while he also wants to prove himself to those that call him failure, he does it with more…creativity then Obito. Sasuke-kun…he-…he's very motivated, he tends to get tunnel vision and sees himself as above his teammates but he can work with them." Another sigh, though this one was more tired then the first.

Don't stop there, Obito's ghost laughed, tell us more- did you give them the bell test?

"Yeah." The word was fond and nostalgic. "I did give them the bell test. They completely failed at first, it was kind of amusing- they were like ninken pups trying to complete their first mock-mission. Sasuke-kun and Sakura-chan hid but Naruto-kun…he called me out then rushed straight ahead like it was some kind of samurai duel. Naruto-kun fell for traps easily and Sakura-chan was susceptible to low ranked genjutsu. Sasuke-kun did better, in a way, but his pride will get him in real trouble some day. They only passed after Naruto-kun was tied to the log."

Aw, man. Obito laughed in surprised delight. I can't believe you actually tied one of them to a log! Sensei's son at that!

A smile threatened when Sensei laughed, It's good that you're not giving special treatment just because he's my son! Now, what about D-Ranks?

A groan threatened, "Your son Sensei, just- your son. The trouble he gets into. We go walk Inuzuka dogs and he gets dragged through a field of explosives. We clean up a river and he get's dragged down a waterfall. We get a job weeding and he pulls out the wrong plants. It's almost painful. I'm worried that I'll take them on a C-Rank only to find out that it's actually an A-Rank."

It can't be that bad. Obito insisted.

Sensei smiled, Even if it does happen, I have faith that you're more then capable of protecting them.

A smile came but there was no comment beyond continuing. "I have to drop off vegetables for Naruto-kun and switch them out with his instant ramen for him to eat healthy. I have to push Sakura-chan into eating more then what her 'diet' calls for, I worry she's going to pass out if we ever do a mission more straining then a D-Rank. Sasuke-kun I have to remind him to eat, sometimes he forgets when he's training."

Maybe they should call you Kaachan instead of Sensei. Obito teased.

"Idiot." The word was fond though so it only got a laugh.

You should go or you'll be late. Sensei said.

Later you mean. Of all the bad habits to pick up from Obito, it had to be the lateness?

Obito glared playfully. Oi! I'm an awesome role model!

Terrible time-keeper. The final ghost of the team stood, leaning against the memorial but angled at Obito. How is that a good role model?

A smile. "They're right Obito- I have to go."

Rin left, grinning at Obito's sputtering, Sensei's laughter and Kakashi's teasing.

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Be honest. When did you realize the speaker was Rin? Right at the start when I didn't write 'he' or 'him' or 'Kakashi'? Or at the very end? Did the mention of ninken throw you off?