Venturing through enchanted forests, scorching hot deserts, cities full of different kinds of people, and hiking treacherous mountains, Naruto's journey led him to a mysterious aged toad man named Jiraiya. The old man was no ordinary man – he was a revered sage, that possessed centuries of arcane wisdom.

The toad sage saw the potential in the young mage. Intrigued by Naruto's determination and desire to grow not fueled by glory or power, he agreed to become his mentor, not that Naruto had asked but the old man was hard headed and stubborn. It was possibly the most fun Naruto had had in his entire life, the dark and lonely swamp had transformed into his training ground where the magic and their spells mixed with the croacks of frogs and the rusttle of leaves.

Seasons came and went, and finally it was time to say goodbye. "Take Gamakichi with you, he knows where the slug sage is, she will teach you all sorts of healing magic, tell her i sent you, and good luck with your travel, it has been an honor" -

Naruto continued his travels, now a mage with greater knowledge and control, and as he crossed towns and villages aiding people he became a mage of great reputation.

Naruto eventually arrived at a beautiful house with an equally amazing garden where a woman with blonde hair lived, his next mentor, the slug sage Tsunade. After hearing from Naruto and Gamakichi that they were sent by the frog sage she agreed to take him in.

Under Tsunade's care the blonde delved into the art of potion making and healing magic. The garden he had thought as beautiful at first sight was a haven of herbs and wonders of medicinal plants.

Naruto learned to identify and cultivate herbs, brew potions and harness the energy to mend wounds.

Tsunade served as a revered medic for the nearest towns, a lot of people even traveled long distances to seek her aid. Naruto toom the opportunity to refine his knowledge by working by her side, her infirmary always buzzed with activity, he found himself tending to wounds, brewing remedies and soothing spells.

Helping her in the infirmary taught him not only about magic but also compassion and empathy, but there had been instances where the teachings had been harsher, where injuries proved too severe even for magic and lives too fragile. Witnessing the struggle to save lives despite his best efforts showed Naruto the harsh reality and vulnerability of his and all of human life.

And as weeks turned into months Naruto decided it was time to move on, grateful for Tsunade's guidance he bid farewell as he continued his journey.

Naruto ventured into unknown lands, magical forest and citadels seeking whispers of his family's legacy. His journey led him to ancient libraries where dusty old books held fragments of his mother and father's feats, understanding their legacy and discovering their stories made him more complete, happier than he had ever felt, now that he held more control over his power, over his history he felt he knew where he belonged.

After years of wandering he felt a tug in his heart, he hadn't forgotten, not at all but now he felt ready, he felt worthy of the god that was waiting for his return so he embarked on his journey back home, to the village nestled between mountains.

As he approached the village, the road, the smalls, the flora, the aura enveloped him, he remembered everything he went through all those years with fondness, but now his heart carried nothing but eagerness for the reunion he knew would happen.

Close to midnight, underneath the canopy of the night sky and the stars Naruto and his raven were finally reunited. The god with his wings outstretched embraced the mortal boy. The raven's eyes looked at him, and Naruto saw the constellations that adorned the sky mirrored in them. In that moment, sacred to both the time seemed to pause, and the wind blew gently rustling the trees, otherworldly music carrying unspoken words that whispered in Naruto's ears "Uchiha Sasuke" they said.

Naruto smiled, he wasnt the boy he had met anymore, Sasuke though. A subtle smile graced the celestial features, a silent sign of the pride that swelled within his heart.

"I'm home" - Naruto whispered leaning in for a soft kiss.