Thanks for commenting and the support you showed. Here Naruto would have an ancient power
what will grant him something different and that will be introduced eventually.
It's my very first fanfiction, if not then very first literary work.
our previous and this one are just prologues and maybe the next one will be (I'm not sure) .
Here we go...
oOo
"I am not going to kill you. I believe there is still a way to save this world. If we keep fighting, this
world will end in despair. So, we must have faith and trust in one another."
-Senju Hashirama
[The revelation]
"What the... hell !?" Initially realizing he had been casted by some unknown objects from
nowhere , the copycat began to whine about his poor life choices, dramatically maintaining his
balance as if it were a tragic Shakespearean play. Furthermore what's happening there was still
mysterious to his little life...whereas his fallen fellow did the same , not understanding what kind
of power is it .
However, the fact that locked his concentration was the jutsu what had created for them ,
ascertaining that Vines and roots around his hands and legs had him shocked by raising his
eyes. Never did he believe such a thing...
"Mokuton...!?"
"There is only one who can do...is he !" Pondered the copy cat pausing for a second."No, no..
he can't be here . He is supposed to be on a mission. Or maybe yes!?" Perplexed konoha jounin
asked himself but found no assuring urge . "What the hell is this , kakashi" whined the mist
controller being wrapped with the thick and almost unbreakable force of his matured body. "I
don't even sense any retrieval" demanded with a scoffed intonation since never did he feel that
much insulted in his life for not being able to get rid of something that's casted by someone.
"Sensei, w-what is it!?"
terrified kunoichi asked his teacher , she didn't know what to do , the
event that had been befalling for them in the morning was too much for her little heart. The
unmovable jounin had no time or position to respond to her , whereas there was a bigger threat
, the rogue Shinobi, was there before them , everything went wrong with the unexpected turning
point.
As the moments passed, the mist commanded to get weaker thanks to some unknown reasons
. Seconds passed as the thicker mist got into normal and the front post battle Field seemed to
be soundless, where fierce battleships made clashing sounds and not to forget the fearsome
and rampant sounds, Earthshaking moments and the grean aura that blazed the atmosphere, at
least momentarily, over the north.
What they saw was more enigmatic than what both groups could ever have imagined. The
jinjuriki of the kitsune was carrying the loyal companion of the demon of the mist.The said
masked Ninja's mask was no more what exposed his fair and dried bloody face on the jinjuriki's
shoulder ((I highly doubt Haku is a boy)) .Likewise the blond was in torned jumpsuits , not to
mention he look more than well but that didn't long last as a cacophony echoed the silence.
"Unbind me you foolish kid...I swear to kill you " blustered the tied Shinobi while tried to apply
his Kubikiribōchō (
首斬り包丁
) or rather Executioner's blade but that went futile attempt.
The snowflake Shinobi was about to say something but stopped by the leaf ninja "before I
undone you ...,you promise me not to attack my comrades" shouted the jinjuriki but his anger
seemed to be less noticeable. The condition he regulated didn't change the heart the mist's
reaper
"Tch!" He scored for such a naive condition. "Don't try to fool you ..punk" paused for a second to
see the reaction "let me go ...I will execute you all" said louder than others expected. The
situation seemed so childish to the swordsman .
"But..here I-"here again the mirror wielder was now seized or cut off
by the blond jinjuriki. "
Zabuza...do you ever think what happens after the battle ends? " His words appeared to be a bit
wiser this time.
Conversely, the demon of the mist resists his urge to laugh hearing such an empty-headed
statement. "I think about what next- money , survival and missions. That's all that matters ?
"Asked mockingly as if he was being asked what to do after what he does.
"But is that really all? All you have ever done is fight and take lives ..." Corrected and delayed a
moment"..but what do you have to show it ? More blood on your hands.More lives lost and
what's the point if it's only to keep fighting?" The implication he attached was different now ,for
the spoken person didn't know the exact answer. Additionally the conversation feels weighted to
him .
•••••••••••
The famous copycat was silent from the begging and couldn't help but mesmerized watching the
sudden thoughtfulness of the prankster. Who knew what's the reason for the sudden change.
Instead of interrupting, he again join there conversation. But the new appearance on top of his
head didn't go unnoticed to him , well that could be discussed . similar to the cyclops , the pink
haired ninja did the same choosing to be mute for the moment.
•••••••••••
No sooner than a minute had passed, the mist assassin began to laugh but the sounded more
insolent and effrontery to all.
But showing his assumption wrong the ice wielder opened his mouth."Zabuza, please.. listen to
his words ..at least once" pleaded with a husky voice . Nevertheless, the worst criminal somea
has a soft point that can't be separated. Especially when a close one urge like this . "Haku, you
said!"
Notably, Haku's unwavering and a face full of supplication did resonate with him ."What do you
want me to say, Haku?" his voice manifested no harshness now, rather it seemed to be a father
asking his child if something was wrong.
"Zabuza, why keep fighting like this? It doesn't have to be this way . There's more to life than
just ... surviving through violence "it was Naruto's turn to apply his talk no jutsu . On top of that ,
his intonation felt more emotional now.
Indeed, Zabuza never faced such a situation and now he was there.
"You are a kid, you don't know anything about surviving.You think it's all about friendship and
foolish dreams? But the real world isn't that simple." Uttered those bitter words subconsciously.
"Zabuza, Naruto may be young . But he is right" expressed Haku , even though he wasn't fully
convinced how much the blond was influencing him, what he had never imagined that anyone
could. "Living just to fight...it's not living at all. We have hurt so many people. Isn't it the time to
break free from them." The said disciple himself astonished, realizing where that conversation
was going.
"Haku, I thought you understood . In our world you either fight or you die. That's the way it's
always been." This time Zabuza couldn't believe if that was the Haku he had known.
"Maybe that's how it was , but it doesn't have to be that You're strong , Zabuza , but strength
doesn't have to mean hurting others. Don't you want something more?
The bloody mist Shinobi unclosed his jawline to respond but was halted."Naruto showed me that
strength can be more than just power , it can mean protecting something .. building something.
Zabuza, please maybe it's time to fight for something worth keeping instead of something that
fades."
That left him speechless. Such a philosophical exhortation never was . "...Haku, you'd really
give up everything we've done just to chase some... dream?"
His voice was now something but above loud talking. Even though he didn't know
why those words were leaving impression on him
Breaking the silence the blond jinjuriki expressed his talk-no-jutsu."You're not just a weapon,
Zabuza. There's more to you than that. Join us—fight to protect, not to destroy."
"You're asking me to become weak, to leave behind everything I've ever known."
That time Naruto couldn't get the chance to protest against such a nonsensical philosophy ,
whereas the disciple of the mist reveal his true self showing the falling tears from the eyes"No…
we're asking you to be strong in a different way. You taught me everything, Zabuza. Isn't there
any way to lesf everything... please."his whisper was barely audible but the father figure person
could feel the depth of those words.
: "...I don't know if I can be that kind of strong."
Seeing the hint of hope , Naruto started grinning slightly"You won't know unless you try. But we'll
be here, with you."The revelation seemed unreal to him as you can't find anything daily talking
to his enemy like that.
Watching the full dramatical incidents without ticket, the one eyed cyclops barely could resist his
smile behind his mask , knowing that there was someone in the generation who could think like
that."Naruto, do I have to know any application for unbind me." No , he is not angry at all; rather
weakened state reveals satisfaction over his blond apprentice. But it took a few moments for
Naruto to know what his sensei actually meant .
"Ooh! Sorry sorry, kakashi sensei," he began shouting while trying to unbind him but he was
having difficulties since he didn't know how this jutsu had appeared put of nowhere. Just then he
touched the hard rock vines and branches of
shrubs, as soon as he touched them , letting
everyone, even the blond jinjuriki, astound for what they were watching,they entered and
merged through his hand to body. Same thing happened at Zabuza's turn as if his body was
absorbing those elements on his own Accord or will.
In the meantime, he activated his power for what he was known and famous, his sharingan.
"That mark... it's not like anything I've seen before. It's not just a seal, but something..."
Thought for a moment and what stopped the breath was the subtle observation of the symbol on
the blond's forehead. It seemed different, where a normal Shinobi has chakra but no it didn't feel
like chakra anymore. As if the black and dark symbol was supplying him all that verdant energy.
He watched Naruto's movements, seeing how the grass beneath him subtly responded though
the ground was full of concrete, their branches shifting as if in tune with his presence.
And again the thought of the first hokage's mutation crossed his mind "And that... Mokuton? But
how did or could Naruto use it. It shouldn't be his power. Does he have senju gene...no no,can't
be. Sensei was from a civilian family or Kushina senpai.."his profound contemplation was
interrupted by sounds over the south of the bridge. Suddenly, the sharp whistling of an incoming
projectile broke the silence—a crossbow bolt shot directly toward the konoha kunoichi.All that
happened before anyone could comprehend what's going on there.
Time seemed to freeze. Naruto himself was unaware of the bolt
but just before impact
,unexpected to each Shinobi who were formerly foe , a swift jet of water sliced through the air,
intercepting or rather colliding the bolt and deflecting it harmlessly to the side. They all saw the
bolt sending and falling on the ground.In the blink of an eye , All eyes turned to the source, and
there, between Team 7 and their former enemies, stood a small, blue, frog-like creature.
The air around it crackled with a faint energy, as though it had appeared from nowhere
altogether. Froakie's wide, yellow eyes scanned the faces before it, curious but focused, as if
evaluating the scene. Its body was tense, ready to leap into action, and a low croak slipped from
its mouth, making Naruto stare in wide-eyed surprise.
"What... what is that?" Sakura whispered, eyes fixed on the strange creature that had just
entered their battlefield.
Naruto tilted his head, feeling something strange and familiar about the creature, an odd tug that
resonated with the energy swirling within him. Zabuza narrowed his eyes, clearly astounded as
much as others by the interruption, while Haku's gaze softened, intrigued by the sudden
appearance.
Naruto's eyes also widened in surprise as a small organism landed in front of them, its gaze
sharp and determined.
"Wh-what is that...it looks like.(He couldn't remember)..but it's way bigger?" Naruto stammered,
staring at the azure-like figure.
Kakashi narrowed his eyes, trying to identify the creature "should it be any summon" tried to
decipher the puzzle but couldn't find the shore of the sea.
but even he was at a loss. Zabuza and Haku, similarly caught off-guard, took defensive stances.
Yet there was no time for questions. the blond jinjuriki could not help but jangling of curiosity,
glancing down in surprise"Huh? A… frog?"
(Froakie croaks, its eyes focused and determined, standing its ground near Naruto.)
The copycat kakashi was also inquisitive but the battle field isn't an ideal place for this
"Naruto… stay alert. We've got company."
A group of missing Ninja's from across the nations were standing there . But what made their
eyes widened was their number or rather quantity.
Just then, a voice echoes ominously through the mist from behind the crew.The man pushed
through the crowds and moved forward with a smirking "Looks like you all did me a
favor—tearing each other to pieces like that."
(The group turns to see an bloated man wearing black suits along with matching glasses .
stepping onto the bridge with a large gang of armed thugs. He smirks, relishing their weakened
state.)
Glaring at the leader
with deadly intent,"So… you planned to betray me after all, or should I
assume something else, Gato?" Zabuza's internecine threat stunned him but in a few moments
he managed his composure.
The person named Gato stared at him and laughed "Of course! Why would I waste money on a
rogue like you when I can just take what I want?" unveiled the illicit drug smuggler.
Hearing such a betrayal Haku declared weakly but resolutely, standing beside Zabuza) "Then…
you leave us no choice."
Naruto tightens his fists, standing tall beside Haku and Zabuza "whoever you are! You tried to
hurt my friends ...I'm not letting you hurt anyone here!"his blazing eyes was the evidence of the
truth "...and it's about time you forget your name..!"
Froakie suddenly hops in front of Naruto, standing protectively as Gato's thugs close in
Gato's Thug snickered and noticed the little animal "What's that little frog gonna do, huh?"and
the group of criminals burst into laughter. However, the scar faced nuke ninja couldn't discern
the upcoming consequences for the ignominy from the two.
Froakie's eyes were narrow,so was Naruto's. Simultaneously Naruto and the newfounded
froakie made their stances and charged their individual attack in unison before anyone could
react "Nature style : venom fluid"
along with a serge a Water Pulse getting combined with each
other with unimaginable velocity , blasted on a few thugs and sent them backward and creating
a brief shockwave that halts their advance. Soon they realize what happened, whomever the
fluid has fallen onto , their those parts started getting melted that surely spread terror into the
thugs group as well as into team 7. But the most impactful face was the blond jinjuriki that he yet
couldn't devour his unfamiliar abilities, nor did he actually meant to use anything that could
dissolve fleshes.
The surprised kakashi of the sharingan muttered "That's… chakra-based jutsu or something
else?"
Getting the invisible hint of synergy , both grinned at each other "Alright, buddy! Let's show
them what we can do!"
Zabuza brandished his sword, nodding at two, "Guess I'll have to deal with this scum myself.
you can count me"
Haku stood beside Zabuza and put his hands on his hips "We're not alone in this fight."turning
his gaze to the thugs he put an unnoticed smirk "take it as your foreshadowing alert "
—Gato's men had arrived, a motley crew of missing-nin and mercenaries, advancing with
weapons drawn.one the other hand ,assuming that most of them felt
hesitation whether they
should advance or not. Unless they could herken "you idiots, I'll pay you double" what motivated
them over their life.
Naruto gritted his teeth, feeling an unfamiliar surge of energy rushing through him. Without
thinking, he reached out his hand, summoning tendrils of wood from the ground. Trees burst
forth, tangling around Gato's men, slowing their advance. His fingers tingled with power as he
realized he was using a technique he hadn't fully understood until now—Mokuton.
"Nature Style: Binding Roots!" he called out instinctively, surprising himself. The branches
responded to his will, capturing some of the attackers.
The mysterious blue creature—Froakie—darted forward, launching powerful jets of water at the
enemies, forcing them back. Though Naruto had no idea what it was or where it had come from,
he could sense a strange correlation in its fierce attacks.
Sakura struggled to her feet, attempting to assist, while Zabuza and Haku took advantage of the
chaos. Zabuza grinned and lunged at the missing-nin with his massive blade, cutting down
anyone in his path. Haku moved in a blur of speed, using his ice mirrors to trap and disorient
several enemies.
Naruto, still new to his power, fought alongside Froakie. With each step, his strikes grew
stronger and more precise. The wood that sprang from his attacks twisted and ensnared the
mercenaries, and he began to feel a natural rhythm in the battle, as though he and Froakie were
syncing without words.
The attackers fell one by one. Soon, only Gato's main guard remained, but seeing their
comrades defeated and caught between Naruto, Froakie, Zabuza, and Haku, they finally
allowed themselves to flee .
That didn't go unnoticed to the duo and serged in harmony "Nature style:
despite their futile attempt a gust of tremendous power sent them onto the water.
As the last of Gato's men fled, Naruto wiped the dust from his brow, looking down at Froakie. He
was beamed with joy but managed a grateful smile. "Who…who are you?" he asked, voice full
of curiosity.
Froakie simply blinked up at him, its calm yet intense eyes showing no hint of an answer.
Kakashi
(who was resting during the intense headwall)
looked around at the battle's aftermath,
then at Naruto. "Looks like you had a little new friend join the fight, Naruto." He glanced at the
strange creature, unable to fully mask his curiosity.
Naruto scratched his head, still baffled. "Yeah…guess so."
For a moment, everyone stood in silence, trying to catch their breath after the unexpected
battle. But Naruto felt a strange connection to the little blue creature that had saved Sakura.
Whoever—or whatever—this frog-looking animal was , Naruto sense a distinct
rapport or rather
natural affinity to him .
--
Naruto to Froakie:
Wasting no time to think he allowed it to be a direct proposal ."Hey, little guy!" Naruto said, his
voice gentle but enthusiastic. "I don't know where you came from, or even what to call you, but
you're pretty awesome! I saw how you jumped in to help us back there."
The creature looked at Naruto, blinking with an almost inquisitive expression.
Naruto continued, "You've got guts, you know? And... I think you feel the same about wanting to
protect people, just like I do. So… why don't you stick with me? I'll help you out, and together,
we can keep practicing so many cool jutsus and practice. What do you say?"
The small, blue creature tilted its head, as if contemplating Naruto's words. Then, with a slight
hop, it leaped onto Naruto's shoulder, nestling itself comfortably. Naruto's face lit up with a wide
grin, and he gave a thumbs-up.
"Alright! Looks like we're friends, then!"
--
Standing up, Naruto turned to face Zabuza and Haku, his expression growing more serious.
"Zabuza... Haku… I know things have been tough for you both," Naruto began, his tone carrying
a weight of sincerity. "But I can't just let you both walk away, knowing what you went through
together. You don't have to go back to that life. Konoha could be a new start for you both."
Haku looked at Zabuza with a mixture of hope and uncertainty, while Zabuza narrowed his eyes,
skeptical. But Naruto pressed on, his voice strong.
" Going back could mean getting dragged into more bloodshed. But in Konoha, you'd have a
chance to rebuild. We can protect each other, and besides," he chuckled, glancing at Kakashi
for reassurance, "we could really use guys like you."
Kakashi stepped forward, nodding in agreement. "Naruto's right, Zabuza. I'll support this
decision. Konoha values strength and loyalty, but that doesn't mean we would deny who
deserves a sanctified life, this way, I think ,you can atone your past ."
Zabuza looked down, his expression unreadable, but he was clearly considering it. Haku's gaze
softened, and he spoke up quietly.
"Zabuza-san, perhaps... it wouldn't hurt to consider. A place where we're not constantly
hunted… a place we could call home."
Zabuza looked between Naruto, Kakashi, and Haku, a flicker of resignation crossing his face.
With a gruff sigh, he finally nodded.
"Tch, fine," he grumbled, though a faint smile played on his lips. "But don't expect me to be all
buddy-buddy with you Leaf shinobi."
Naruto beamed. "Yes! It's the hidden leaf village. Welcome home , Zabuza, Ha..."As Naruto
opened his mouth to welcome Zabuza and Haku, he suddenly felt dizzy. His vision blurred, and
he collapsed, everything fading to black. When he opened his eyes again, he found himself in a
dark, mysterious place—a vast emptiness stretching all around him. Confused, he looked
around, feeling an eerie calmness.
--
Suddenly, a deep, echoing voice broke the silence.
"Naruto… Uzumaki…"
Naruto jumped, whipping around to find a shadowy figure—a tall, regal silhouette with an
otherworldly presence.
"W-Who are you?" Naruto stammered, trying to sound brave despite his shock.
The figure seemed to regard him for a moment before speaking in an ancient, formal tone. "You
are the one foretold by the stars, the one who bears the seal of Yin and Yang… Destined to
wield the boundless energy of nature, to guide—"
Naruto tilted his head, completely lost. "Uh… huh?"
The figure hesitated, clearly unprepared for Naruto's reaction. After a moment, it tried again, but
this time the words became even more cryptic, flowing with poetic gravity.
"Through the eternal life essence, the realm of boundless existence awaits you, one chosen to
restore balance to a fractured land—"
Naruto waved his hands, interrupting. "Hold on, hold on! You're using all these fancy words! I
have no idea what you're talking about, old man!"
The shadowy figure sighed softly, pausing. "Very well, I will… simplify."
Naruto grinned. "Thanks, that'd help!"
"Listen carefully, Naruto Uzumaki." The voice became clearer, warmer, almost fatherly. "The
mark on your forehead, the Yin-Yang symbol… it connects you to nature itself, giving you
access to an unlimited energy—a power beyond what ordinary shinobi can even imagine."
Naruto's eyes widened, and he touched his forehead instinctively. "Wait… unlimited power?
Like, I never run out of energy?"
"Indeed," the silhouette replied. "Your energy is endless, as it flows directly from nature's core.
This connection makes you unique, Naruto… a chosen one. You carry the burden—and the
privilege—to bring peace."
"Chosen one?" Naruto blinked, feeling a mixture of excitement and confusion. "Me? But I'm
just… I'm just Naruto! Why would you choose me?"
"There is much you still don't understand, but this much is clear—you possess something that
others do not: the spirit to never give up, and the heart to protect others at all costs. You also
have a… companion, one who will fight alongside you."
"A companion?" Naruto looked even more puzzled. "Who's that?"
"You have yet to fully meet him, but he is with you already," the figure said, his tone mysterious.
"Together, you and this companion will face great trials and, through them, bring harmony to the
nations."
Naruto scratched his head, piecing it all together. "So… I have this power because I'm
supposed to help everyone, and this… ninja friend of mine is going to help me do it?"
The figure nodded. "Yes, Naruto. It is a journey only you can take, with him by your side. There
will be struggles—many you can't yet imagine. But remember, your willpower and compassion
will be your greatest strengths."
Naruto clenched his fist, feeling a surge of determination. "Alright! I don't understand all of it yet,
but if it's for peace, I'll do whatever I can. I'll make everyone proud!"
The shadowy figure's presence softened, as if smiling. "Good, Naruto Uzumaki. You are ready…
to begin."
Naruto felt a strange warmth surround him, and before he could ask any more questions, the
world around him faded to white.
--
Naruto's eyes fluttered open, and he squinted against the dim light. His whole body seemed as
fresh as he had felt before, However, he was warm and safe, lying in a comfortable bed. As his
eyes adjusted, he took in the room—it was familiar.
"Wait… Tazuna's house?" he mumbled. He looked to his right and saw Sasuke lying beside him,
still unconscious but breathing steadily. Relief flooded over him, and he let out a deep breath.
Suddenly, he felt a small weight on his chest. He looked down to see Froakie perched there,
watching him intently with those big, round eyes. Naruto blinked, then chuckled softly.
"Heh… still here, huh?" he whispered, reaching out to pat the little creature's head."how about I
give you a name; Frozen?!"
Froakie gave a low croak, as if to say, Of course or yes to him
"that's like me, dattebayo!"
At that moment, the door creaked open, and a wave of familiar faces entered the
room—Kakashi, Sakura, Tazuna, Tsunami, Inari, Zabuza, and Haku, all looking relieved.
"Oh, you're finally awake, Naruto!" Tsunami sighed, her face bright with relief as she stepped
closer.
Naruto scratched the back of his head with a sheepish grin. "Uh, yeah… Sorry about that!
Guess I kinda overdid it, huh?"
Kakashi chuckled from behind his mask. "Seems like it. But you did well, Naruto. We all made it
through, thanks to you."
Naruto's grin widened. "Heh, well, y'know… It's kinda my thing!"
Inari squeezed in between the adults, eyes wide with admiration. "You were amazing out there,
Naruto! You really did it?!"
Naruto laughed, ruffling Inari's hair. "Aw, shucks. Just doing what I do best!"
Tazuna smiled. "Thanks to you, our village can finally be free of Gato. We owe you everything,
kid."
Naruto's eyes softened. "Nah, don't mention it. Just glad we could help." He looked around,
finally piecing everything together.
Tazuna grinned at him, his eyes twinkling. "Well, after everything you've done for this place,
Naruto, I think it's only fitting that we name it after you." He paused dramatically, and then with a
hearty laugh, he said, "From now on, it'll be known as The Great Naruto Bridge!"
Naruto's eyes practically sparkled, his mouth hanging open in shock. "Wait... What?! The
Great... Naruto Bridge?! For real?!"
The group couldn't help but laugh at Naruto's wide-eyed excitement. Sakura rolled her eyes
fondly, but even she couldn't hide a small smile.
"That's amazing!" Naruto exclaimed, jumping up and down with sheer joy. "I'm gonna come visit
this bridge every day! I'm gonna make it the most famous bridge ever... dattebayo!" His hands
were already making grand gestures in the air, imagining all the people who'd come to see it.
Tazuna chuckled and slapped Naruto on the back. "You've earned it, kid. You've done more than
just help build this bridge. You've given the people of this land a reason to believe in the future
again."
"So… wait, how did we get here?"
Kakashi filled him in on the last bits of the battle, explaining how they'd all returned to Tazuna's
house to recover after Gato's men were defeated. Naruto nodded, listening closely but
occasionally glancing over at Sasuke, who was still resting.
As the conversation continued, Sasuke began to stir, blinking as he woke up. He looked around,
a bit groggy, until his gaze settled on Naruto.
"Finally awake, huh, Sasuke?" Naruto grinned. "Thought you'd sleep through the whole thing!"
Sasuke's brow furrowed, and he muttered, "Hmph… Seems like you managed to handle things
without me, dobe." Despite the annoyed tone, there was a hint of unusual calmness in his eyes.
He looked around the room and nodded. "At least you did a good thing."
Naruto's grin turned almost shy for a moment before he shrugged it off. "Heh, well… couldn't let
you have all the fun, could I?"
"Oi ..you know..old man named the bridge after my name!... isn't it ..cool?!"
Sasuke, still recovering from the fight, raised an eyebrow but couldn't help a small smirk.
"Naruto... The Great Naruto Bridge, huh? You're really going to let this get to your big empty
head."
Naruto shot Sasuke a playful glare. "I won't let it get to my head! But it does sound pretty cool,
right?!"
Tazuna laughed, clapping Naruto on the shoulder again. "You've got the right spirit, kid. You
keep that energy—it'll take you places."
--
They spent the rest of the evening talking, laughter and warmth filling the room. Even Zabuza
and Haku, though quiet, seemed more at ease, sharing this moment of peace. Sasuke couldn't
help but notice how everyone seemed to gravitate toward Naruto, who brought a unique energy
that made them feel… happy.
Eventually, one by one, everyone went to bed, the exhaustion of the battle finally catching up to
them except on certain blond. Just as they were about to turn in, Kakashi caught Naruto's
attention.
"Hey, Naruto," he said quietly. "I want to talk with you in the morning. Just the two of us.and
make sure wake up early"
Naruto blinked, surprised, but nodded. "Uh… yeah, sure, Kakashi-sensei."
--
The Next Morning:
The first light of dawn had barely touched the sky when Naruto stirred, feeling strangely
refreshed. Froakie was curled up beside him, his small body warm and comforting. Naruto
stretched, then remembered Kakashi's words from the night before.
"C'mon, Frozen," he whispered. "Let's go see what Kakashi-sensei wants."
They slipped outside, the crisp morning air waking Naruto up fully. As he wandered toward the
shore, he spotted Kakashi sitting alone on a rock, gazing out at the waves. Naruto approached
quietly, then called out.
"Yo, Kakashi-sensei!"
Kakashi glanced over his shoulder, his usual relaxed expression in place. "Morning, Naruto. I
didn't figur you'd be up early after yesterday."
Naruto plopped down next to him, and Froakie hopped onto his shoulder, looking around
curiously. "So, what's up? You wanted to talk?"
Kakashi's voice softened, losing a bit of its usual playfulness. "I wanted to ask you about what
happened yesterday… that power you used. The symbol on your forehead(he sight over that
symbol on his forehead), the way you kept going without tiring… It's different, isn't it?"
Naruto looked away, scratching his head. "Yeah… it is. I… don't really get it myself. But I'll tell
you what I know."
He went on to explain what he understood so far: the strange, endless energy he felt inside him,
his quick healing, and his strange connection to everything around him , infact how
subconsciously trees and plants respond on his own will. Kakashi listened intently, his visible
eye never leaving Naruto.
After a moment, Naruto hesitated. He remembered the shadowy figure he'd encountered—the
mysterious presence that had called him the "chosen one" and spoken of peace.
"Um… there was also this… person," Naruto started, his tone uncertain. "I think it was a dream?
Or… maybe not. He said I was, like, this 'chosen one,' and that I had some special energy…
something to do with nature, maybe? I didn't get it all."
Kakashi was silent for a moment, processing everything Naruto had said. Finally, he placed a
hand on Naruto's shoulder. "Sounds like this power is something… beyond or not, we have yet
to figure it out . It's best if we keep this to ourselves for now. The fewer people who know, the
better."
Naruto looked up at him, eyes wide with a seriousness rarely seen in his usual goofy
expression. "Got it, Kakashi-sensei. I won't tell anyone."
Kakashi gave him a smile, his eye crinkling. "Good. Just keep being you, Naruto. Don't let all of
this change that."
Naruto nodded, a grin slowly spreading across his face. "Heh, no chance of that! I'm still me, no
matter what!"
Kakashi chuckled softly. "I wouldn't have it any other way."
They stayed there for a while, watching the waves roll in, Froakie nestled comfortably on
Naruto's shoulder. Eventually, Kakashi stood, dusting himself off. "Alright, time to head back.
We've got a long journey back to Konoha, and Tazuna's probably waiting."
Naruto sprang to his feet, practically bouncing with energy. "Alright! Let's get going!"
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Later, in the Forest:
By midday, Team 7, along with Zabuza and Haku, had gathered their things and said their
goodbyes to Tazuna's family. They left Tazuna's house and set off into the forest, moving swiftly
and quietly.
Naruto, as usual, was full of energy, darting ahead and calling back to the group. "Come on,
slowpokes! Last one back to Konoha has to buy ramen!"
Sasuke scoffed, rolling his eyes. "loser… who even races all the way back to the village?"
Zabuza, amused, looked over at Kakashi. "Kid's got spirit, I'll give him that."
Kakashi chuckled. "That he does. Keeps things… interesting."
As they moved deeper into the trees, Naruto's laughter echoed through the forest, and even
those who tried to hide it found themselves smiling. This journey had given them all new
perspectives, but Naruto's energy and warmth tied them all together, his spirit a bright beacon
as they made their way back to Konoha.
And with each step, Naruto felt that strange power inside him—calm and steady, guiding him
forward into a future he couldn't yet understand but was ready to face.
"Let's head frozen"...
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Yeah guys... that's the end of the chapter/prologue. From the next chapter..we could see our
chunin exams, jiraiya's dramatic entry and so on...
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