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#21 Verilance

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Posted 13 April 2008 - 08:22 PM

Finally It is done.

Finding a Shadow


Finding a Shadow


“What in the hell were you trying to prove, Nara-san!” Team Asuma and Team Kakashi had recently returned from the battle against Kazuzu and Hidan. Shikamaru was taking advantage of the break given to them by the Godaime Hokage by sitting at his favourite spot and watching the clouds go by. The last person he expected to see right now was Temari.

He looked over at her and was confused. In all the years they had been friends, he had never seen her being as emotional as she was at this moment. Her rage was so strong there were tears forming in her eyes. “What do you mean Temari?”

“You know exactly what I mean! You went of to confront those two from the Akatsuki.” Temari had grabbed him by the vest and was tugging him off the bench. “Why didn’t you contact me, I would have helped you.”

Shikamaru tried to compose himself as best as he could, “There wasn’t time; the trip to Suna takes three days we would have lost our chance if we waited for you to come.”

Temari began to cry in earnest now and let Shikamaru go and threw her arms around his neck. “What if I had lost you?” Shikamaru didn’t know how to respond to this, they were very close friends but their relationship had never progressed beyond that stage. Slowly he lifted his arms up and returned her embrace.

“I’m sorry, Temari. I should have thought about you.” He kissed her lightly on her head and added, “Please don’t cry, I’m the one who’s supposed to do that.”

Temari lifted up her head to show him the smile he had always found to be her best feature. “Promise me one thing Shikamaru.” She paused and waited for him to agree, “If ever you are in danger on a mission leave a trail for me so I can find you, I will find you no matter where you are.” She leaned in and kissed him fiercely on the lips.

Ino couldn’t really figure out Temari’s plan, they seemed to be wandering aimlessly from town to town instead of doing a thorough search. At each town the same thing would happen Temari would tell Ino and Choji to use a fake name and have them go to one of the local hotels. After they had checked in she would join them in the room and wait for a few hours then suggest they move on to the next town. Finally at the fourth town she felt confident enough to question Temari. “What exactly are we doing, Temari, I don’t see how we will find Shikamaru like this?”

“These places are where Shikamaru and I stayed when we came here a year ago on a joint mission.” Temari explained, “We were travelling as a married couple using the various names that I have told you. I’m positive that Shikamaru would send a clue to where he would plan to hide if he needed to flee Kirigakure quickly. We just need to eliminate each place one at a time.”

Ino was impressed by this change in Temari, before they landed she seemed almost ready to fall apart but now she was close to her old self again, confident and focused. “It’s getting quite late now, Temari. Do we go on or should we spend the night here?”

Temari was about to answer when a soft knock was heard on the door. Temari motioned for Ino to answer while she readied her fan in case of emergency. It was the clerk from the desk. “Sabure-san?” I almost forgot a letter came from your brother a few days ago. I was to hold it until you arrived. It was busy earlier and it slipped my mind.”

“Thank you,” Ino said graciously and took the letter and looked at it. There was no doubt, it was Shikamaru’s handwriting, they had received the message they had been waiting for.

After Ino had closed the door Choji took the letter and opened it. He read it and looked confused, “Temari this is just nonsense I don’t understand it at all.”

Temari came over and looked at the letter and laughed, “It’s a children’s nonsense poem from Suna, and how he remembered it is beyond me. I think I sang it to him once when I was telling him what I could remember about my mother.”

“But what does it tell us about where Shikamaru is?” Ino asked.

“It doesn’t,” Temari replied, “At least not directly, but it’s a progressive code. We use it in Suna, he’s left this for me to find. These two characters are written in a slightly different style.” She pointed at the letter, “That’s the key. Using the key we get these kanji, write them down Ino.” She listed of a series of characters off.

Ino looked over what she had just written down, “hmmm, I hate to tell you this Temari, but this makes no sense either.”
Temari looked at the paper and studied the kanji Ino had written down. “I think He really enjoys showing how smart he is sometimes,” She said frustrated and taking the pen from Ino sat down on the bed and began to write various combinations down. She stopped writing and Ino noticed Temari blush, “When I get my hands on him.” she muttered crumpling up the paper. She looked up at Choji and Ino, “I know where he is now.”

“What did it say,” Choji asked, Ino noticed Temari face go a deeper shade of red.

“What it said isn’t important,” Temari said avoiding the question, “he is somewhere near a resort we stayed at, north of here. There was outdoor Hot Springs and because it was in the mountains snow even during summer. We explored around and found a few caves. That is probably the best place to start.” She collected her things and walked towards the door. “We should leave right away.”

The three Shinobi left the village quietly and headed north towards the resort. According to Temari it was almost on the northern coast of the island. They were moving cautiously to avoid any possible encounters with ninja who might have been following Shikamaru. After half a days travel Temari called a halt and suggested Ino use Shintenshin no jutsu to scout out the area before they continued on. As she had done before she chose a hawk as her target and began to fly around the mountains. As they had thought she spotted three teams of Shinobi, all of them were camped so Ino thought they had perhaps not found Shikamaru yet. She wanted to learn the situation so she approached the nearest group.

The team of four did not even seem to be actively searching the area but were having a brief discussion of the mission. “Isn’t it overkill to send us on this mission anyway, the other teams can handle it?”
One of the other ninja smiled revealing his sharp teeth; he was holding an enormous sword. “We just here to make sure the others don’t kill the little runaway. The Misokage wants him so he can reveal some secrets of Konoha.”

“So you think it is going to come to war then.” A third ninja asked.

“I don’t care, but there is just someone in Konoha I would really like to meet again.” The second ninja smiled even wider.

Ino had heard enough and released her mind from the hawk; she was back safe in Choji’s arms. “They haven’t found him yet. We are up against three teams the first one is quite powerful by their looks perhaps we should avoid them and go closer to one of the others. She detailed their positions and what she saw of there abilities to Choji and Temari.

“The team to the north is the best it’s closer to where he has headed and it sounds the easiest.” Temari decided, “We want to make this as quiet as possible. We may have a bit of a problem if all three teams converge on us before we find him.”

“I can feel his chakra now,” one of the Mist Ninja was saying,” He is in one of the caves over there near the hot springs, I can’t be sure of which one until we are closer.”

“Shall we inform the others then?” another shinobi asked their team leader.

“And let them get the credit with the Mizokage?” The leader responded. “He is only one konoha shinobi, if we can’t defeat him we have no right to call ourselves ninja.” He turned to the last member of their group who had been standing quietly by himself. “Kaishi, go up and scout the cliffs for us.”

Kaishi turned and brought up kunai in one hand and shurikin in the other and hurled them at his comrades, “I can’t stop myself! What is this?” he cried. As he spoke a giant jumped onto the ledge and smashed one of his friends busy dodging the weapons into the cliff face. The other two were caught in a gale and hurled of the cliff down the mountain side.

Ino appeared behind the man she had just performed Shinranshin no Jutsu on and smashed him with her fist as he tried to recover from his ordeal. Temari appeared ahead of her on the trail and Choji shrank back to normal size and joined them. “We don’t have much time. Ino go to the third cave on the right by the path, Shikamaru probably will have need of your Medical Ninjutsu. Choji and I will follow you slowly to guard against them.”

Ino hurried to the cave Temari had mentioned, “Shikamaru are you here, it’s Ino Choji and Temari are with me.” There was no answer so she hurried in her eyes slowly adjusting to the darkness. She could almost see a shape ahead of her and she bent down to find a nearly unconscious Shikamaru.

“Ino?” he whispered barely audible.

“Don’t try to talk; you’re almost out of Chakra I bet you have been pushing yourself. Hang on this will just take a minute I’ll give you a bit of mine. HyourouGan would be to dangerous right now for you, I think you have overdosed already.”

“Tell Temari…” Shikamaru began.

“Don’t you dare give up Nara!” Ino was almost in a rage I can heal you just lie still.” She concentrated with all her strength and let her chakra flow into Shikamaru’s body. He began to relax a bit and breathe easier.

“How is he?” It was Temari, she and Choji had caught up.

“Weak, he won’t be able to walk even if he regains consciousness.” Ino said.

“I’ll carry him.” Choji volunteered.

“Thanks Choji, but I’ll do it.” Temari said. “The traps we set near the entrance will be going off soon. We need your strength to help us get out of this cave through the back.”

“I’ll go with you Choji.” Ino said, the two ninja left towards the back of the cave together.

Temari sat down and took Shikamaru’s resting body in her hands, “You can’t get away from me that easily.” Tears began to fall again down her face and unto Shikamaru’s cheek. Very slowly and arm came up to brush the tears away and Temari looked into the weak but smiling face of Shikamaru.

“Have I ever told you how beautiful you are?”

Temari smiled and said, “Not often enough.” She hugged him tightly to her and then added, “Later I think you and I need to have a talk about appropriate messages to use in coded letters.”


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Posted 13 April 2008 - 10:45 PM

Good stuff. suspence is building
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Posted 14 April 2008 - 06:37 AM

Fine enough, if I may say

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Posted 14 April 2008 - 09:31 PM

Thanks

The two other attempts were

first from Shikamaru's point of view then I thought it would be better if we didn't know he was still alive

the second was like this but I felt it was going nowhere fast so I scrapped it.

Anyway next chapter is calling me so on to writing.

btw I do know what Shikamaru's Note to Temari was in the letter and it was a naughty comment. I left it out though at one time Ino said all the words that Temari unscrambled to form the sentence.

Edited by Verilance, 15 April 2008 - 12:40 AM.



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Posted 15 April 2008 - 02:09 AM

Next bit done

What Eyes Reveal and what they reveal is the latest plot twist anyway enjoy if you have been and ignore if you haven't


What Eyes Reveal


Hyuga Hinata was still uncomfortable travelling in luxury so very soon after leaving Konoha she sent the carriage back and left on foot with Kiba and Akamaru. Kiba had assumed the role as her unofficial bodyguard since Neji left to join Naruto and Kakashi and the other Jonin and Chunin at near the border with Ta no Kuni. It was almost like being back with him on Team Kurenai minus Shino of course he too had left to patrol the borders. She missed those days sometimes the responsibility she had assumed was perhaps more than she originally had bargained upon, but the peace that had begun to spread in the clan made it all worth while.

“Hinata,” Kiba asked, “Why did you want to come here anyway? Neji can deal with it and send you a detailed report.”

“My duty as head of the clan is clear, Kiba-kun.” Hinata said, “I must be there to listen to thoughts of those who will be our protectors and add my own if necessary.” She kept the real reason she wished to go a secret almost even to herself. Her feelings for Naruto had not diminished and though he was married to Sakura, she wished to see him again.

Kakashi-sensei sat opposite Naruto on a large boulder as usual he was reading one of Ero-sennin’s Novels while listening to Naruto talk. “Well, sensei that’s what I have been thinking, do you have anything to add?”

Kakashi looked up from the page and said, “You seem to have thought this out rather well Naruto. Despite what Godaime Hokage said you really didn’t need me here at all. The rest of the Jonin that are not on active duty at present will arrive shortly we will detail your plan and see what they decide.” Naruto grinned at the praise from Kakashi-sensei. “But on other matters, how are you doing, it has been awhile since you last saw Sakura?”

“I’m fine Sensei.” Naruto waved his hand dismissing the question, then after a short pause, “Well I’m not really, I’ve gotten to depend on her advice. Last night after we talked I went back to my room and called for her to ask what she thought.” He got up and walked over to a nearby tree and slammed into it with his fist. “I know what Baa-chan asked her to do is important but it’s like part of me is gone.”

“I know the feeling, Naruto.” Kakashi said seriously and then he smiled. “We just need to get this over with quickly and then you can be back together again.”

He closed the book and got off the rock he had been sitting on, “You know, sometimes I regret that there won’t be any more of these books.”

Naruto grinned again, “Why don’t you retire after this is all finished and take up Ero-sennin’s pen.”

Kakashi smiled again, “Maybe I will just do that, Naruto after all, and you have proven to my satisfaction that I’m not needed here anymore.”

“Let’s go Kakashi-sensei we don’t want to keep them waiting to long.”

When they returned to the small village they had been using as their headquarters, they found that as expected everyone else had arrived before them and were waiting rather impatiently in the room Naruto had booked for the meeting. At the entrance he was surprised to see Hyuga Hinata standing as if waiting for him. “Hinata! I’m surprised to see you here; this was supposed to be a meeting for the Jonin Council.”

Hinata steeled herself, even now she found Naruto’s presence to be overwhelming, and to faint now in front of all these Jonin would shame her and her clan. “As head of the Hyuga clan, I have honorary Jonin status and I felt it was my duty to come to this meeting to prepare for what may yet come.”

“Well said, Hinata-hime,” Neji said, coming through the crowd towards her, “Kiba and I are sitting over here we have reserved a seat for you.”

Sai came up behind Naruto; before she left Hinata had the feeling that he was distracted. It was unusual she usually got along well with Sai, this feeling greatly disturbed her. She would observe for now.

Naruto, Sai and Kakashi sat up on the stage at the front of the hall. “Sorry we were late, but I expect you all were prepared for it since I was with Kakashi-sensei.” Naruto joked. “I would like to explain the situation as has been reported to me by Sai.” he paused, “As some of you may know Sai has been appointed by Godaime-sama to be the head of my intelligence gathering unit. He and Uchiha Sasuke have been invaluable in this capacity; unfortunately Sasuke has been detained by other duties so Sai will speak for both of them.”

Sai got up and smiled at Naruto, “Thank you, our latest intelligence reports suggest that the shinobi from both Iwa and Kumo will invade at exactly the same time thus splitting our side and giving them a great advantage. We have not heard yet about Kiri but it is believed by our intelligence team that they will remain neutral at least for the time being.”

“Your intelligence is wrong!” a voice said from the back. Entering the room was Nara Shikamaru arm in arm with Temari and trailed by Choji and Ino.” Sai seemed genuinely puzzled by there entrance.

“Shikamaru!” Naruto cried, “They’ve rescued you!”

“Yes, Naruto,” he replied and he came forward and shook Naruto’s hand. He added quietly, “I have to thank you for it. Your faith in Ino and Choji paid off, they were a great help to Temari.” He turned to face the other Jonin and raised his voice “Kiri will not remain neutral the moment our Shinobi are engaged with the enemy from the north they will invade in force from the sea. Our forces must be divided into three if we are to defend our home properly. Along the way from the coast Temari and I worked out a plan of defence if we might adjourn this meeting for awhile I would like to run it by you and Kakashi-sensei, then if you are agreed Temari will take it to her brother and we will present it to the council for their input.

Kakashi stood up and addressed the assembled Jonin, “This request seems reasonable if you all don’t mind waiting just a little while longer we will continue with our discussion later.” Shikamaru, Temari, Naruto, and Kakashi walked towards a side door to a private chamber. Sai was about to follow them when he was stopped by Hinata.

“Sai-san may I speak to you for a moment.” She asked quietly.

Sai tried to move past her saying, “I need to join Naruto and the others they may need my advice as well.”

Hinata smiled sweetly and moved in front of Sai, “It won’t take long, and I feel it is important.”

Sai realized as he saw Neji and Kiba approach he had no choice, “All right Hinata-sama lets go into the other room so we can talk privately.”

Sai closed the door and turned towards Hinata. The change in her was startling, gone was the meek girl he had known, replaced by someone who more resembled Neji in her presence. He also noticed she had activated the Byakugan while he had turned away. “I don’t know what your scheme is Sai-san. I will give you fair warning though. If Naruto-kun is hurt in any way by what you have been planning, I will kill you myself.”


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Posted 16 April 2008 - 12:07 AM

Invasion nuff said


Invasion


The Godaime Hokage was meeting in a park with Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu. The bright glow of the sun was set in opposition with what was occurring to the North. “I am not going to argue this with you again. I am doing what is right for both Konohagakure and Hi no Kuni.”

“Tsunade-sama, we are not going to bring up that tired old argument again.” Koharu said smoothly “We are just wondering what your plans are once the war starts.”

“My role is clear; I have given Kakashi and Naruto free reign to deal with any enemy threats.” Tsunade explained, “I will remain here to coordinate their efforts with that of Shizune and Uzumaki Sakura who will be dealing with any refugees.”

“You do not feel that your presence would help our Shinobi,” Homura asked. “You are the only one of the Sannin left alive, this alone would give them hope.”

“You still fail to see the worth of Uzumaki Naruto after all he has done for Konoha.” Tsunade shook her head, “He, Sakura and Uchiha Sasuke are the new Sannin now. Together their power far exceeds any that my former comrades had. This discussion is over your prejudice has blinded both of you and it shames me that those Sarutobi-Sensei considered his best friends still fail to see the truth.”

Sakura was finishing up with a patient when Naoki entered followed closely by Rin and Tayu. All three of them looked miserable as Naoki came over and handed a letter to her. “Here Sakura-sensei, Naruto-sensei has sent you another letter.” He grumbled.

“What is wrong with you three, you all look like your puppy has just run away.” Sakura said.

“We thought our contribution to the war effort would be more than delivering love letters back and forth between the both of you, Sakura-sensei.” Rin said glumly.

“Well,” Sakura said, “think of it this way, my letters help keep Naruto’s spirits up which helps the morale of our shinobi. The letters you bring me motivate me into keeping this hospital running smoothly which is also good for morale. You three are doing a very vital mission for the preparations for what is to come.” She handed them a pink envelope. “Now think about that while you deliver this to Naruto-sensei.”

Sakura’s words had some effect for all three brightened up considerably and after taking the letter ran towards the exit. They all were more like Naruto than even they realized. “Sakura-sensei,” a voice came from beyond the door, Daisuke entered from the storage room, “I have finished with the inventory you wanted and I have put it on your desk. If there is nothing else I promised Mina I would help her train this evening.”

“No Daisuke, thank you for all your hard work I’ll see you tomorrow morning.” Sakura replied. She gathered some files she planned to read and Naruto’s letter and started back to her room. Standing outside her door was a beautiful young girl in a kimono with long flowing brown hair. It took her a few seconds to realize it was Aoi another of her genin team. She had only seen her dress in male clothing before.

“Sakura-sensei,” Aoi began with a softer voice than usual, “May I speak to you as a woman.”

Intrigued Sakura opened up the door to her room and ushered Aoi inside. “How may I help you?”

Aoi looked up and looked as though she was about to cry. “Sensei, you have a wonderful husband and so I think you must be able to help me.” She paused and looked down towards the ground. “How… How do you get someone to notice you?” She began crying in earnest now, Sakura went over to her and sat her down on her bed and put her arm around her.

“I never realized you felt this strongly about him.” Sakura said.

“I'd decided today, since he never noticed me as I am,” Aoi explained, “I would dress in clothes my mother bought for me and ask him to go out to a meal with me, but as I arrived I heard him say he was going to help Mina.”

Sakura smiled at the young girl “Despite what you might think Mina and Diasuke are like brother and sister, they have been friends since they were babies.” Sakura got up and went over to the window and opened it to let the air in, “I have an idea, we are done most of our setup work here, why don’t we go out on a training exercise tomorrow. I’m sure that if you talk to him he will be wiling to listen.”

Aoi smiled, “Thank you, Sakura-sensei.”

Shikamaru’s plan had been rather simple but it was something only Naruto could have done. Teams of Jonin and Chunin would patrol the borderlands waiting for an enemy advance; with each team one of Naruto’s Kage Bunshin would be assigned. At the first sign of the enemy the team would pull back and assess their abilities before engaging. At the same time the Kage Bunshin would return to Naruto giving him knowledge of where the enemy was located so he could relay orders to the waiting shinobi to attack.

Neji, Lee, Tenten and Naruto were in Kusa no Kuni investigating rumours that shinobi from Iwa were already advancing through this allied nation. Neji had detected nothing in the immediate vicinity so they had decided to spend a few hours here to rest.

“Lee and I will go get some wood for a small fire and a bit of water for some tea.” Tenten said to Neji and Naruto.

“I want to stay her and discuss strategy, Tenten.” Lee protested, but she grabbed him by his vest and dragged him off into the woods.

Neji was grateful, he had mentioned he needed to speak to Naruto alone to Tenten earlier and she chose her spots well. True this was just a Kage Bunshin but in all senses it was exactly a perfect copy and would listen to what he had to say and take his words back to the original. “Nauto,” he began, “There is a matter that has come to my attention and I feel I must talk freely with you.”

“Anything you need to say would be valuable Neji,” Naruto commented, a leader must always respect the opinions of his shinobi.” Naruto grinned, “Baa-chan, told me that but if you ask me she doesn’t respect any opinion other than her own.”

“This is difficult to say, for I know you consider him your friend,” Neji began, “Do you feel that Sai-san has your best interests at heart.”

Naruto face darkened briefly and then he grinned again, “Of course, Sai is my comrade, and my friend. We have been through a lot together I trust him as much as I trust Sasuke.”

Neji did not wish to bring up Uchiha’s betrayal here so he tried a different tact. “After the Council Meeting Hinata-hime requested that I keep an eye on Sai. Despite the fact they have been friends for a long time, she feels she has reasons to distrust him now. I recently have become acutely aware of how correct her instincts can be I ask you to at least consider my words.”

“I understand what you have told me Neji and believe me,” Naruto stated “I trust Sai with my life, he has the best interests of Konoha at heart.”

Neji turned away distracted, “Tenten and Lee, they are under attack!” He started off in the direction of the battle, “How could have they got so close without me seeing them?”

“I’ll come and help you.” Naruto said.

“No!” Neji said with conviction, “Remember the plan, you must report this back to our reserves so we can respond in kind.”



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Posted 17 April 2008 - 10:05 PM

I can't believe I made it to this part all ready. It was written in first draft form sometime ago.

A Difficult Choice


A Difficult Choice


She noticed them just a little too late. Whoever these shinobi were they possessed great skill. “Team Sakura into defensive formation 5!” she shouted as four Iwa ninjas came out of the trees. “How could they have made it this far without being seen?” She wondered aloud. The three young genin took there positions around her. Aoi was already reaching for her weapons. Sakura realized what would be their first move and with a punch brought down a large tree to guard behind them. Something was wrong however the chakra did not flow to her hands as usual and she felt a little pain in her hand.

The shinobi were keeping their distance, perhaps they had been informed of the dangers of close combat with Sakura. Her genin used this opportunity and Aoi began throwing kunai at the slowly advancing enemy. She was not as fast or as accurate as Tenten but Sakura felt great pride as she forced one of them back behind a tree. If only Diasuke and Mina had similar success she would have time to prepare her genjutsu.

Mina had rushed forward to engage the nearest shinobi with Taijutsu, her strongest attack. After a series of strong attacks inexperience led to her downfall, her opponent used a jutsu to turn his arm into solid rock and hit her soundly on the side of her head. Aoi ran forward to protect her from the next blow only to be caught be another jutsu trapping her in a stone prison. Diasuke also was caught by what appeared to be a stone dragon. Sakura though was now prepared none of her students were fatally injured and she could defeat these ninja easily once her Genjutsu began.

Again she felt a pull in her Chakra as if someone was fighting over control. She felt as if it was being drained from her. She began to fight to remain conscious. As she collapsed no longer hearing the cries of her genin she remembered a conversation she had once had with Tsunade-shishou during her years as her apprentice.


“Sakura, it’s alright you were just having a bad dream.” Whose voice was that, she thought as her mind struggled back out of the darkness. She looked over and saw a dark hired man sitting across a small fire from her. “Sasuke!” she exclaimed, then the realization of what had just happened to her genin team came back and she began to weep openly.

“They are all fine Sakura,” Sasuke said his face concerned, “I arrived in time to save them. I would have been there sooner but there were two teams sent. I was able to tend the wounds of your team as well as I could. They should have been found by Shizune by now. I felt it was best though to take you with me especially since you were the target of those shinobi.”

“How did two teams get by Naruto?” Sakura began to worry about her husband now, “Is he still safe?”

“They have engaged enemy forces in Kusa no Kuni but I believe that all went well. Naruto is fine I’m sure.” Sasuke assured her. “As for the ninja, they were only disguised as Iwa shinobi. They were from ROOT; Danzou ordered them to assassinate you when the war broke out. My mission is to prevent this from happening. I expect the reason you were having difficulty was due to some jutsu being performed. They would have studied your strengths and weaknesses after all.”

“There is another reason I was having problem with chakra control Sasuke.” Sakura got up and began to pace around. “I realized as I was loosing consciousness. I have someone else along for the ride.” She laughed and put her hand on her stomach. “Naruto and I are going to have a baby.”

Sasuke stared at her he’s eyes wide open in wonder. “You and Naruto! Parents!”

“Yes,” Sakura smiled, “Every time I tried to gather my chakra, the baby would pull it away from me. If it wasn’t so perilous it would have been funny.” Where are we though? It isn’t near the field hospital, the trees are wrong.”

“Since Danzou has ROOT after you I thought it would be safest to stay as far from Konoha as possible. We are currently in Kawa no Kuni.” Sasuke explained. “Here we can go two ways. We can go to Suna but that I think is what they would expect. My suggestion is more difficult but we should be able to accomplish it. We travel behind enemy lines which should in theory keep us safe from Danzou. If we can make it to the Land of Waves we should be safe there until hostilities cease.”

Sakura thought of Naruto worrying about were she was, “It is a difficult choice Sasuke but I think your reasoning is sound.” She began to pack up the bedroll he had laid out for her, “We had better start now before we lose the light completely. Until I have better control of my chakra, I am putting my life and the heir of the Uzumaki clan in your hands Sasuke. Please return us safely to Naruto.”

Sasuke’s eyes softened as Sakura was speaking, “You have my promise Sakura.”

Progress was slow a week had passed and they were only just at the border of Kusa no Kuni. Sasuke had gone to a nearby stream to collect some water for some tea; Sakura was having trouble keeping any food down at the moment. Medical ninjutsu would apparently work only so far to cure morning sickness. She had cried herself to sleep again last night; Sasuke’s comforting words could not take away the pain in her heart. She appreciated the irony at least, when she was twelve this would have been her fondest dream, travelling alone with Sasuke. Now though she missed Naruto acutely, it didn’t help that he did not know she was carrying their child and if they were killed he would never know.

She heard him return from the stream to the shed they had been sleeping in. “Are you feeling better Sakura?”

“Let me think,” She said bluntly, “I’m filthy, I’m throwing up after every meal, I don’t know whether my husband is still alive and he doesn’t know whether I am. I think that makes me just damn wonderful don’t you.”

Sasuke got down on his knees and bowed to her, “I’m sorry, Sakura this is my entire fault, I thought we would be able to travel faster. There are just too many patrols here now.”

Sakura got up and placed her hand on Sasuke head, “I’m sorry Sasuke, I didn’t mean to take it out on you. I know you are doing what is best for us.”

“I have an idea,” Sasuke said looking up at her, “I didn’t mention it because I thought you might object.” Sasuke looked at her, “Just over the border in Taki no Kuni there is one of Orochimaru’s safe houses. If we could make it there it would be a better place to rest until you felt more comfortable travelling.”

Sakura still hated the idea of having anything to do with something that had belonged to Orochimaru but they needed to be in a safer place than an abandoned shed. “We have no choice; let’s leave when it gets dark. I will try to travel as far as I can this time.”


Author's Notes

In the first draft Sakura's team were killed of one by one in front of her, but as I developed them in my mind I found I couldn't kill them anymore. It was okay when they were nameless beings with no past or future but once they had true life to me I bailed



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Posted 18 April 2008 - 10:26 PM

Things are starting to come to a boil now as plots and counterplots are heading towards each other full tilt.

Aftermath


Aftermath


Two men were walking through the forest together, one had a mask that resembled a bird, the man beside him had a mask as well, but it was his own face. “They failed Senpai, I told you would need to send more than just two teams.”

“I was overconfident in their abilities and not respectful enough of Uchiha’s. Three of the eight that were sent did not survive.” The man in the bird mask said.

“ROOT does not need weaklings like them then.” The second man said, “The targets have fled then?”

“We tracked their movements to Kusa no Kuni, but then we were not able to follow because of the enemy patrols. How is your mission faring?”

“He will be hard to control when he finds out about this, but I have some unexpected allies. His strategist seems to agree with my plan.”

“Very good, I will report to Danzou-sama. Inform me when you think he is ready and I will send a team for him.

“It will be done as you wish, Senpai.” The second man turned and walked away into the trees.


Might Guy led the shinobi sent into Kusa no Kuni to find Neji, Lee and Tenten. For safety sake ten squads were sent. It was unknown how many Shinobi were involved in the attack but it stood to reason that too many and they could not have so successfully hidden from the Byakugan. Guy was worried about his former team and was pushing the relief squads hard so they would not arrive too late.

What he saw was almost unbelievable, the bodies of at least fifty Iwa shinobi lay scattered around what now resembled a small crater. What was at the centre though stopped Guy’s heart. Tenten was openly weeping over a prone body with Neji by her side comforting her. “No… Lee….” He whispered to himself.

He slowly approached the three he knew so well, he was fond of all of them, Tenten whose desire to be a kunoichi like Tsunade, Neji who had overcome so much pain and hatred to become who he was today, but especially Lee who reminded him so much of how he was when he was younger. Neji saw him approach and went over to him, “I’m sorry Guy-sensei, it was all my fault, I should have been more observant. That so many shinobi could approach without my knowledge is unpardonable.”

“This is war Neji, So many friends are lost in war.” Guy-sensei said, both men were now openly weeping. “See to Tenten, Neji, I will carry Lee.”

“Guy!” a medic ninja said, “Rock Lee is still alive!” He rushed over and used medical ninjutsu on him. “We have little time our only chance is to get him to Shizune or Sakura as soon as we can; only they can heal him from this state.”

“Neji bring Tenten, I think you both could use a little medical treatment as well.” I’ll carry Lee.” Guy said. “The rest of you patrol the area for any Iwa ninja who may still be around. If they come in force though fall back to the border and send someone to inform Kakashi and Naruto.” He gently cradled the motionless body of Rock Lee in his arms hurried back towards the border.

Somewhere in Ta no Kuni two men and a large dog were busy on a patrol, “I see she sent you away.” Shino said to his teammate.

Kiba looked back at the figure of the Kage Bunshin of Naruto who was someway behind them. “How can I compete, Shino.” He growled slightly, “It’s not like I can even be mad at him. He’s married to another woman. He doesn’t even realize the way she feels about him.”

“My advice to you Kiba is talk to her.” Shino looked ahead and furrowed his brow. “You are as bad as she is. Never once have you communicated your feelings to her, you just stand around and hope she will notice you one day.”

“Do you really think that will work?” Kiba asked sceptically.

“It never will, if you don’t try it Kiba.” Shino said, “Call Naruto’s Bunshin.”

“Why?” Kiba asked

“Some of my beetles have just returned to me, Kumo has begun to advance.” Shino said calmly.

Naruto stepped out onto the balcony eating a cup of Instant Ramen. It was still dark and he felt the presence of his enemies keenly. He had chosen this path but was it the right one. He really wished Sakura-chan was here to give him advice.

“Isn’t it a bit early to eat that?” a voice came from behind him. Naruto turned and saw Sai sitting in the corner working on a picture.

“Sakura-chan isn’t here so my diet is not up for discussion. Anyway aren’t you up a little early as well?” Naruto asked.

“I had to go over some documents for this morning, when I was done I still wasn’t very tired so I took a walk in the woods. When I got back I thought I’d work on the painting I’d promised to make for you Sakura until dawn. By the way Neji Tenten and Lee have been found. Lee is critically injured but Tenten and Neji should recover soon. Guy took them to Shizune to be looked after. It was a stroke of genius for Tsunade-sama to think to set the field hospital up before the war started.”

Naruto was silent for a while thinking about what Sai had just told him. “Neji had a conversation with one of my Kage Bunshin before the attack came.”

Sai did not look up from his painting but asked in a steady voice, “What did he say?”

“He told me I shouldn’t trust you, he thought that you were up to something.” Naruto said.

“How did you respond?” Sai asked.

“I told him I trusted you as much as I trusted Sasuke.” Naruto said, turning his back to Sai and headed back inside. “Don’t get so involved with the painting than you are late for the meeting.”

"I won't, dont worry." Sai looked up at the blond man walking away from him and flashed an enigmatic smile, then turned and went back to his painting.



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Posted 19 April 2008 - 07:23 PM

Finished it

A Place of Refuge


A Place of Refuge


The entrance to the hidden base was very well concealed; Sakura realized that probably only those who had been one of Orochimaru’s followers had a chance of discovering it. Sasuke pointed out the bedrooms that they could sleep in and showed Sakura where the baths were so she could wash the accumulated dirt off her body. “I’ll stay in the lounge we passed earlier to stay on guard.” He said, “No one should have been able to follow us but we can’t be to sure.

Sakura was overjoyed about there being baths here. She hadn’t had a proper bath in weeks now and washing oneself in a cold stream was not a proper substitute. The only regret she had was that Naruto was not here to enjoy it with her. She chuckled to herself remembering just after their engagement when after he returned from a mission Naruto took her to Tanzaku for an evening of entertainment. After far too many cups of Sake they ended up scandalizing the town by ending up in the public baths together. She cupped her hand around her belly and said to her growing child, “I’m worried about your father, baby. I’ll have to start thinking about names now. I can’t call you baby for your entire life.”

Alone in the lounge Sasuke was worried, he had thought once they were in Taki no Kuni the patrols of enemy shinobi would lessen but to his dismay, the Iwa ninja were now joined by their counterparts from Kumo. Both he and Sakura were highly skilled and could fight off many opposing ninja but with so many around all it would take would be one of them to be lucky. He debated switching his plan and heading straight back to Naruto now but that would mean exposing Sakura to the threat posed by ROOT. “There must be away.” He said out loud.

Sakura came in drying her hair, she had found a pink Kimono and had put it on so she could wash her other clothes. “How long do you think we need to stay here?” Sakura asked, she had been having nightmares the last couple of days which though different always ended the same, Naruto lying dead surrounded by the enemy. “I really don’t feel comfortable staying in a place where Orochimaru lived.”

“We have to wait until these ninja move on, Sakura.” Sasuke said, “There is just too many of them to avoid even for us. The chance that someone will come across our trail is too great.” Sasuke said he knelt down in front of Sakura and took hold of her hands. “You don’t have to worry Sakura, Naruto will find a way to end all this. Things will go back to how they were, I promise.”

Sakura gave Sasuke a hug, which he returned stiffly. “Thanks for trying to cheer me up, Sasuke.” She got up and went towards the kitchen, “Maybe there might be something here that’s still edible. It would be nice eating something proper for a change.” She opened the cupboards and immediately called out. “Sasuke, someone is living here, this stuff is all fresh!”

Sasuke motioned to Sakura to remain in the lounge as he began to search the complex for whoever was here. Most of it remained untouched but one of the bedrooms was being used. Whoever was living here had few possessions that Sasuke could identify them with. After checking the room he heard a faint sound from the closet, he crept over to the door and quickly pulled it open.

Inside the closet was a small child with dark eyes and black hair. She looked at Sasuke with pure terror tears streaming down her cheeks. Something about her moved Sasuke’s heart and he knelt down beside her and smiled talking in a quiet gentle voice. “It’s okay, sweetheart, I’m your friend. You can trust me.”

“The girl relaxed only slightly and said “Mummy said I was to hide if someone came in here. She went outside to look around but she told me I can’t go with her now ‘cause all the bad people around. But he has been gone longer than ever.” She began to sob again and without thinking Sasuke picked her up.

“When I was little, sometimes I was lonely too. When I was so lonely I couldn’t stand it any more, I used to remember a song my mother sang to me when I was about your age. Do you want to hear it?” The little girl in his arms nodded briefly and Sasuke began to sing a lullaby to the little girl while gently rocking her in his arms. She seemed to relax at the sound of his voice and soon fell asleep in his arms.

Carrying the child gently he made his way back to Sakura. “I found one of the residents.” Sakura rushed over at the sight of the girl but Sasuke stopped her, “Its fine Sakura, I’ll hold her for a while. We’ll just let her sleep. She’s very scared and lonely right now.”

Sakura smiled at Sasuke and handed him a plate. “It’s not much but it’s better than the military rations we have been living off of for the last two weeks. “She’s a very pretty little girl, any idea who she is?”

“Not a clue Sakura.” Sasuke shook his head. “Whoever it was must have been a servant of Orochimaru though only a few people knew this place even existed.”

“I wonder how long she has been alone.” Sakura asked.

“I don’t think too long, she doesn’t seem hungry just scared,” Sasuke said, “My guess is her mother went out to scout around and got cut off by a patrol just like we did the other day. Hopefully she should be back soon.” Sakura nodded and went back to the kitchen to get her food and then sat in the chair opposite Sasuke smiling gently as he sang softly to the little girl. They were both to preoccupied too hear a soft noise from outside the room.

“I see you have already met your daughter. Uchiha Sasuke.” A familiar voice from the hallway called out, “I thought I recognized your Chakra and I went out to look for you.” Sasuke looked up to see a familiar woman with glasses and long dark red hair tied back in a pony tail.

“Karin!” Sasuke cried, and then realizing what she had said, “Daughter! But we never…”

“Orochimaru had all kinds of strange ideas, Sasuke,” she said coming into the room, “He wanted to start a breeding program to determine the effects of mixing certain Kekkei Genkai.” Karin sat down beside Sasuke, “When it became clear you weren’t going to come back from Konoha, I broke into the lab, stole your sample and made myself pregnant,” She put her face in her hands, “It was stupid, I know, but I wanted a little piece of you forever.” She reached over and stroked her child’s hair. “Once she was born though I realized it wasn’t a game anymore, she was now my responsibility and I had to grow up.” She noticed Sakura for the first time and turned back to Sasuke, “Are you with her now?” she asked.

“No,” Sasuke replied, “Sakura is married to Uzumaki Naruto. We are trying to make our way back to Konoha but there is too many patrols around right now,” He looked at the little girl again and said, ”What is her name Karin?”

Karin laughed again bitterly, “I named her Uchiha Ai, because she is the symbol of my love for you.”

Sasuke reached over and took Karin’s hand. “Come with us, Karin please.” His eyes glistened as he spoke, “I can’t deny I only want you to because we need your skills with us. They would be extremely useful right now.” Sasuke moved his hand back and wrapped them around his daughter. “I can’t promise we will have a future together, but I want to help you raise our child.”

Karin looked deeply into Sasuke’s eyes, then turned away and said, “I have to do what I think is best for Ai. Give me a few days to think it over.

In the middle of the night Sakura came to Sasuke’s room her face was concerned, “I just wanted to make sure you know what your doing Sasuke. Karin chose to have the baby herself; you have no obligations to her.” She paused and added “I will respect your decision though.”

“Sakura,” Sasuke said, “I’m not doing this for Karin, though she does need my help. When I first saw Ai in the closet, I felt something, like she needed me, you and Naruto have always talked of bonds between others, well she has a bond with me whether I was involved or not. She is an Uchiha and she needs her family.”

Sakura kissed Sasuke on the cheek and gave him a quick hug. “I just wanted to make sure of your conviction. Good night Sasuke.”

A next morning Ai shyly approached Sasuke as he was exercising in the training facility. “Mummy says that you are my Daddy.” She said quietly. Sasuke stopped what he was doing and knelt down beside his little girl and nodded. “I didn’t know but I was kinda hoping you were when you were singing to me after we met.” She put her arms around him and kissed him on his cheek, “Please don’t go away again daddy, Mummy is so happy you’re here.”

Sasuke looked Ai in the eyes and smiled. “My little Ai-chan, I will never leave you again, unless I ask if its okay with you first I promise.” He picked the little girl up in his arms. “But right now I have to protect the lady I’m travelling with. If she wants to leave I must go with her.

“But then you’ll come back?” Ai asked quietly.

“As soon as I can, Ai-chan.” Sasuke said giving her a hug.

“When you are done do you want to come and see my room?” Ai asked sweetly.

“Just give me a few more minutes and I’ll be right there.” Sasuke said.

The little girl smiled and ran off through the open door towards her room. Karin came in as she left and walked over to Sasuke. “You didn’t tell her you asked us to go with you?” She asked questioningly

“That is up to you Karin,” Sasuke said, “I don’t want to hurt her if you refuse my offer.”

“I came to talk about something else though,” Karin said. “I want you to let me examine Sakura, I’m worried about her health, she has pushed herself to keep up with your pace, and it may be affecting her pregnancy.”

“Have you talked to her yet?” Sasuke asked,

“No I don’t want to worry her; if you suggest I examine both of you before you leave it might give me a way to approach her.”

To Sasuke’s relief Sakura saw the benefit of an examination, with her chakra control still shaky, Karin could do what she found difficult. Sasuke went first and after a few minutes Karin declared him to be as fit as ever. Then Sakura went into the room. “Just relax Sakura,” Karin said, “because you are pregnant I’m going to examine both of you.”

It was worse than Karin thought, Sakura was in danger of miscarrying, and the strain of the last few weeks had been too much for her. Fortunately she had the knowledge to deal with such situations thanks in part to some of Orochimaru’s more twisted experiments. Concentrating her Chakra she formed a chakra bubble around the child and then worked at repairing the damage done to Sakura.

Sakura immediately noticed what Karin was doing, being a trained medic ninja. “Is there something wrong, Karin?” she sounded a bit frightened. “Please tell me if there is.”

“You will be fine now Sakura,” Karin said, “though I think my decision has been made up for me.”
“What do you mean,” Sakura asked.

“You need to rest here for at least another few days, and then we can leave.” Karin said, “But I’ll need to go with you to help you get through this.”


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Posted 20 April 2008 - 05:50 AM

aww... well, guess everyone needs a break once in a while then btw I liked it when you gave Sasuke a kid

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Posted 01 May 2008 - 12:53 AM

Well I'm back and busy writing next chapter working my way towards the ending.
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Posted 05 May 2008 - 11:38 PM

Here is next Chapter what ever the number is I have just been using Titles

Baiting the Trap


Baiting the Trap


“Have you heard about Lee?” Tenten turned and saw Neji approaching her. He was not in much better shape than she was, both had suffered serious injuries fighting of the invading ninja from Iwagakure but neither had suffered as much as Lee.

Tenten looked back over the forest. Once she was given permission to leave her room she found herself coming to this spot more and more. The balcony was small and little used and gave her time to reflect. “I talked to Shizune this morning.” She said, “She has managed to heal all his physical injuries but there is no indication of when he will come out of his coma.” She moved over to Neji and wrapped her arms around him, “He did it to protect me, Neji. He knew opening his chakra gates had great risk but he did it anyway.”

“The blame is mine Tenten. I should have been more vigilant.” Neji responded, “The Iwa Shinobi should have never been able to get so close to you without me seeing them.”He took her chin in his hand and brought her face up to look at her. As he looked in her eyes something dawned on him, “You love him as well, don’t you.”

Tenten looked away from Neji’s white eyes and nodded. “I didn’t at first, you both are so different. Neji you have so much skill, watching you in combat is like watching a dancer. Lee has had to work so hard for everything he has become, I admit sometimes he is a bit too much like Guy-sensei but he has become a wonderful man.”

Neji walked over to the railing Tenten had just been standing on, “I always wondered you know,” Neji looked out at the forest just as she had when he came here, “I used to be obsessed with me and didn’t notice that you had feelings for me. When I did notice and asked you out, you always suggested we go out as a team and not just the two of us. I thought at first it was because you didn’t want to leave Lee by himself but there was more to it wasn’t there.”

“I’m sorry Neji, It’s just that I never wanted to have to choose one of you and hurt the other.” Tenten said and she began to cry softly.

Neji turned back and wiped her tears away, putt his arms around her and drew her close to him, “Then let us both pray that you never have to.” He said and then kissed her on the top of her head.

Naruto hadn’t slept; in fact he had been having trouble sleeping for the past few days. When he did sleep his dreams were filled with his beloved Sakura-chan dying in countless horrible ways. In his life he had been surrounded by death of one form or another but to lose her would be just too much to bear. Looking back on it, Sai had made the right decision to tell him of the attack on Sakura’s Genin team when he was alone. He has felt his anger growing and came close to letting calling upon the power of the kyubi which would be dangerous for all around. Sai had brought him to his senses quickly by pointing out that she had fled with Sasuke and was as safe from enemy ninja with him as she would be anywhere else. But now later on he was reflecting on Neji’s words and could he trust Sai anymore, had not his advice led him to this place without Sakura-chan. He could hear her voice scolding him as he thought this, “Naruto, if you can’t trust your friends, you can’t trust anyone.”

A soft knock came from the door to his room. “Come in,” Naruto said, to be polite though he realized he really wanted to be alone.

The door was opened by Shikamaru Nara, who entered the room carrying a Shogi board. “I saw your light on and I figured the two of us aren’t sleeping we might as well keep each other company.”

“I’m not playing Shogi with you, once is enough; it was embarrassing to lose so easily.” Naruto said.

“Nah, this isn’t for you, it’s for me.” Shikamaru said, “Since Temari went back to Sunagakure, I haven’t played a single game. I realized this afternoon that is what I’m missing, I need some time to just sit and think to plan our way forward.”

“Our way forward?” Naruto asked, now puzzled “I thought we were keeping them from making a full assault by confusing them about my whereabouts with Kage Bunshin.”

“True that was the basis of the original plan, but it will only hold until Kiri joins the battle unlike Iwa and Kumo they will not have to go through bordering nations but will attack us directly.” Shikamaru set up his board, “That is why I need to think and we need to talk.”

Shikamaru sat down beside Naruto and set up the shogi board and began to move pieces as if he was playing himself. He sat in silence for a while contemplating each move as if weighing its merit. He seemed to have reached a conclusion from the game and turned to Naruto. “I’m not sure you’re going to agree with this plan but it has some merit to it.” Shikamaru again busied himself with the game board for a moment and then turned back, “I think we should use you as a lure.”

“What!” Naruto asked confused, “You want to draw the enemy to me?”

“No but that what I want them to think,” Shikamaru said, “We will move our headquarters including you to Tyuga Village in the Valley of Shadows. You will be protected by a handpicked squad of Jonin. The majority of our forces will be wandering around the valley seeking out those who stray to closely. It will be a trap that the enemy cannot resist.”

Naruto thought about it for a while and decided it was the only real option; to let enemy shinobi wander freely around would not please the Daimyo it would be much better to lure them to where they could be dispatched easily. “Have you consulted Kakashi-sensei about this?”

“I thought it would be better if it was your idea,” Shikamaru said, “He should realize its merit though.”

“I talk to him in the morning then we will consult with the Jonin Council, we need to separate them into four distinct groups, the three on the outside capable of responding to any small threat from the enemy and the centre group strong enough to foil any direct attack.” Naruto got up and walked to the window and opened it letting the cool night air in, “I should consult with Sai as well, he may have learned something new that may influence our decision.”

“Well I think I’ve taken up enough of your time,” Shikamaru said putting away his Shogi board and pieces. “I’ll talk to you in the morning.”

Shikamaru left and Naruto stood staring out the open window. “No matter what.” he said to himself, “I just have to believe Sakura-chan is somewhere safe with Sasuke, He’ll bring her back to me, ya know.”

Kiba and Shino had come back to the village during the night but Kiba still managed to wake up for Akamaru’s morning exercise. It was still early so thankfully he would not be disturbing too many of the villagers as the started their day of work. The people here had probably had their fill of Shinobi by now.

“Kiba-kun,” a soft voice called out from the ground below as he passed, Kiba turned and saw Hinata sitting on a bench by a tree her eyes focused towards the Hotel Naruto had chosen as his headquarters. Calling out to Akamaru, Kiba turned and landed beside his former teammate. “Kiba-kun,” she said again, “I didn’t know you had returned.”

“Shino and I returned from Ta no Kuni last night. The Kumo Shinobi are starting to move towards our border.” Kiba looked intently at Hinata, “You look cold Hinata-hime, have you been out here all night?”

“Please don’t call me that Kiba-kun.” Hinata pleaded, “We were teammates for so long it doesn’t feel right for you to say that.”

Kiba glanced down towards his feet, “I’m sorry Hinata. It’s just that you have risen so far above me that I’m not sure how to talk to you any more.”
“Just talk to me as you always have Kiba-kun.” Hinata smiled and made room for him on the bench she was sitting on. “Please sit Kiba-kun. We haven’t had much time to spend together since you have been going away with Shino on missions.”

Kiba sat down to Hinata as close as he dared, “Why are you here anyway Hinata.” He asked her, “As head of the Hyuga Clan…”

“As head of the Hyuga Clan my place is where I feel the best interests of my clan lay.” Hinata said with determination, “In my judgement that is maintaining the well being of Uzumaki Naruto. I have maintained a vigil here until Neji returns from the hospital.”

Hinata fell silent for a long time and began to scratch behind Akamaru’s ear. Kiba was afraid to break the silence in case it upset her; he just sat gazing at her beautiful face. “Kiba-kun?”

“Yes Hinata?”
She spoke in such a soft voice only Kiba with his acute senses would possibly hear her, “Would you think that I was a terrible person if I told you in my heart I wish that Sakura would never return?”

Kiba took one of Hinata’s hands and held it in his own. “Hinata, I could never think you were a terrible person. Just someone who has feelings for someone she shouldn’t. Like me.” He took the hand he was holding and gently kissed it before letting it fall back to Hinata’s lap. “I know I can never compare to Naruto but if you looked at me with just a fraction of the feelings you look at him, I would be happy.”

Hinata looked at Kiba in disbelief and did not say anything for a few minutes. “Do you really feel that way about me Kiba-kun?”

“I have for a long time,” Kiba said, “I just never knew how to tell you.”

Hinata looked at Kiba mournfully and took his hand again in hers. “It doesn’t matter how either of us feel anyway Kiba.” Tears began to flow from her white eyes. “I’ve known for a long time that especially now as head of the Hyuga Household I am fated to marry someone within the Hyuga clan to preserve the Kekkei Genkei.”

“Wha…?” Kiba shouted, “You mean you have to marry Neji?”

“No,” Hinata almost laughed, “Neji is like my brother. The relationship is too close; though some of the elders might argue for that marriage since he possesses such a strong Byakugan. I will be forced to marry one of my more distant cousins unless…”

“Unless?”

Hinata smiled at Kiba and kissed him lightly on the cheek, “Unless Naruto-kun survives to become Hokage. He will have the will and the power to force the Hyuga clan to change more of its insular ways than even I am capable.” She squeezed Kiba’s hand, “Now you have as much reason to protect him as I do.”

Three Shinobi sat on a rock next to the beach as dawn came over the ocean. All three had recently become chunin and thus were spared from the rigours of the main battle and had been sent to keep watch here. Moegi was busy organizing their provisions to determine how long they had before they needed to return to the nearest village to replenish. Udon was studying from one of his scrolls; only Konohamaru remained vigilant gazing intently at the rolling waves.

He blinked and reached over and grabbed Udon by the shoulder.”I think we need to find the closet pervert.”

Udon blinked and looked at Konohamaru, “Ebisu-sensei, Why?”

Konahamaru pointed out to an unnatural swell far out to see and said to both Moegi and Udon. “The Shinobi from Kirigakure are about to land on our shores.”


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Posted 07 May 2008 - 10:55 PM

Time to add the next chapter.

It is getting kind of funny because after all the time I spent plotting out the story to realize I only have five or so chapters left depending on how it goes. I guess I have to start thinking about what to do next. Hmmmmm. maybe i try out a drabble contest.

Towards the Sea


Towards the Sea


Since they had learned of the death of Lord Jiraiya, Naruto had been distant, even unhappy. After witnessing another argument that Sakura and Naruto were having, Tsunade took her student aside and warned her that unless she took some initiative of her own she would risk losing someone precious to her just as Tsunade had lost Jiraiya. Sakura thought about what she needed to do and went out to find her best friend drowning his sorrows at Ichiraku’s. Sitting down beside him, she ordered a bowl of Miso Ramen from Ayame. Neither of them had said anything to each other until her ramen came and she began to eat. “Naruto, Tsunade-shishou has given me a day off tomorrow and I was hoping we could do something together.”

Naruto instantly began choking on the noodles hanging from his mouth. “Sakura-chan, you want to spend the day with me?”

“We spend most days together anyway, Naruto.” She said a bit forcefully and then she smiled remembering Tsunade’s words. “You can pick what we will do, I’m sure you will come up with something fun. Come to my house at Ten, I’ll make a picnic lunch for us.” She quickly ate her ramen and gave a quick kiss on the cheek to a still bewildered Naruto.

Sakura spent most of the night struggling over what to pack for lunch and more importantly what to wear. In the end she decided the clothes she always wore on her days off would be the best. To her surprise when she opened her curtains in the morning Naruto was already outside sitting across from her home. “Baka,” she called down to him, “It’s not even eight yet and I said ten.”

“Sorry, Sakura-chan.” He said with a grin rubbing the back of his head with his hand. “I was so afraid you’d change your mind that I came here early.”

“Wait a moment,” Sakura said. “My parents have gone already but I’ll make you some breakfast if you haven’t eaten.”

The day was one of the most enjoyable Sakura had spent in a long time. Naruto had no real destination in mind but had decided to show Sakura all his favourite places in Konoha. To her it was an eye opener, she had never seen this side of Naruto before and it made her heart tremble. But even this new feeling was tested when Naruto mentioned he would like to show her something at his apartment. Her fist involuntarily clenched, charming he may be but he was also the student of Jiraiya a pervert without equal.

He opened his window and held out his hand to her, “C’mon Sakura-chan it’s this way.” Taking her hand he pulled her out the window and jumped up to the top of the building. “This is my secret place.” He said pointing to a small greenhouse in a corner of the roof. When I came here the landlady had stopped using it so I played in it for a while, then I started to collect and grow plants whenever I was sad or lonely I would come up here and take care of the things that depended on me.”

Sakura was amazed at the many different plants that he had managed to grow. “Naruto these are beautiful!” she exclaimed.

He reached over and pulled her into an embrace giving her the kiss he had longed to give her so many years ago. At first she resisted slightly but then melted into his loving arms “Sakura-chan, I have loved you since we meet at the Academy. I have a cofession to make to you. The day when we became Genin it was me pretending to be Sasuke on the bench with you. Please don’t be angry with me but I wanted to know how you felt about me.”

Sakura’s eyes widened and then smiled and sat down unto a pile of dirt in the corner of the greenhouse. “In that case Uzumaki you still owe me a kiss on the forehead.” She reached up and pulled the love of her life down to join her.


“Sakura,” Karin’s voice interrupted the dream as it began to get interesting. “We have rested long enough; it is time to get moving again.” To Sasuke and Sakura’s surprise Karin had effectively become their leader since they had left the safe house. She would tell them when and where it was safe to travel and all she needed to say was that either Ai or Sakura needed rest and they immediately halted.

“Where is Sasuke and Ai?” Sakura asked sleepily.

“Sasuke thought he should train a little and Ai is helping him.” Karin had lost almost all of the bitterness she possessed when they had first met. To her seeing Sasuke together with his daughter was a dream come true. She knew in her heart he would never love her but for him to love their daughter felt enough to her. She also was a great comfort to Sakura, she had been very close to a miscarriage and Karin patience and medical skills had not only prevented it but she hadn’t felt this good for a while now. Only the ache she felt in her heart for Naruto could not be easily healed. “You can help me with breakfast this morning, Sakura. These are the last of the provisions though. With luck we will make it to the ocean today, if not I will have to go into a nearby village to pick up a few things.”

“Maybe I could use Henge no Jutsu and come with you this time?” Sakura said.

“We have discussed this before Sakura.” Karin said firmly, “It is too dangerous for either you or Sasuke. No one is after me so it’s better if I take the risk.”

In a nearby clearing Sasuke was pushing his body to its limit in a rigorous training session. His every move was being carefully studied by Ai as if she was trying to learn how these things were done just by watching. After he finished the session with moves with his sword he went over and washed his face in a bowl of water set beside Ai.

“Otou-san?” Ai asked quietly after he finished.

Sasuke knelt down so that his eyes were level with hers, “Yes Ai-chan.”

“Why do you train so hard whenever we stop to rest?”

Sasuke considered her question for a moment. “I do it, because the path to true strength is found by protecting others. I am the luckiest of all because I must protect three important people. First there is Sakura; she is one of my oldest friends and the wife of my very best friend, Uzumaki Naruto. Next is your Okaa-san She travelled with me for a while during a when I was younger and we became friends as well. Last comes you,” He kissed Ai on the nose and she giggled. “I must protect my beloved Ai-chan.”

Ai was silent for a while Sasuke gathered up the weapons he had brought with him. “Otou-San,” she began again. Sasuke turned again to see her eyes burning with a strange light. “That means I must train hard with you from now on.”

“Why is that Ai-chan?” Sasuke asked.

“If you are protecting Sakura-san, Okaa-san and me, there is no one left to protect you. So I must train hard so that I can be the one to do that.”

Sasuke felt hot tears run down his cheeks as he sat down and embraced his daughter kissing her on the top of her head. “Thank you Ai-chan.” He whispered.

The final journey towards the sea was faster than expected. With the shinobi war now moving into Hi no Kuni proper there were fewer patrols from Kumo to be dealt with. But the ocean itself was a large problem. “We might as well forget about finding a boat.” Karin said, “We will be spotted for sure.”

Sasuke looked out towards Nami no Kuni their destination, still miles away across the water. “It should be alright, Karin we all have strong Chakra, you and I can take turns carrying Ai. We can do this.”

Sakura turned to Sasuke, “Thanks to Karin, I’m feeling much better now. I’m not an invalid.” She said angrily. “I will take my turn with Ai just like you two. It is only fair.”

“Well,” Karin said picking up Ai and putting her on her shoulders, “The sooner we set out the sooner we will get there.” Putting one foot on the incoming breakers she set out across the sea.



Note: Since I have a long time ago decided to use Japanese names whenever possible ie country names etc I have used the Japanese for mother and father here

Edited by Verilance, 07 May 2008 - 10:55 PM.



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Posted 09 May 2008 - 01:04 AM

Here is next chapter. I hope I did it justice the image in my head is way cooler than I could ever write. sigh.

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The Power of a Jinchuriki


The Power of a Jinchuriki


“It will be soon, Senpai,” One of two men walking through the woods said to the other.

“That is good to know; I will assemble the team myself and send them to you.”

“How is the other part of our mission going?”

“We think we have found them, your information was correct.”

“Of course I have studied his thinking after all.”

“Danzou-sama has changed our orders.”

“Yes?”

“He now feels that Uzumaki will be more compliant if we use his wife as a bargaining point. With her as our hostage he will certainly agree to Danzou-sama’s plan.”

“Hmmm.”

“You don’t agree?”

“It is not my place to agree or disagree with the will of Danzou-sama, Senpai. I am just reflecting on this new development.”


The plan was working just as Shikamaru had devised. Small teams of enemy shinobi were being defeated by the teams wandering the lands outside the valley, while any force large enough would encounter the diamond hard center a force of elite Jonin accompanied more often than not by Uzumaki Naruto himself. This fact made the trap even harder to resist since the mission of the enemy was to kill the last Jinchuriki, once they found out his location they had to attack it.

A week had passed though with no let up in the enemy numbers. “They have to run out of ninja sometime.” Naruto said to Kakashi-sensei as they were returning back from another battle.

“Remember Naruto they have reserved their main strength for this opportunity. They will throw everything they have at us for sometime until we break their will to fight.” Kakashi said.

“I’m tired of all this sensei; I just want to find Sakura and go back to Konoha and train my genin team.” Naruto said a little frustrated.

“I remember being tired of war once.” Kakashi said, “The path to peace is always hard.”
Shikamaru met them at the edge of the village. “Naruto, Kakashi-sensei, Temari arrived a few hours ago, she has a message for you from the Kazekage.” His voice was calm but something about his manner made Naruto worry.”

Temari was sitting by a small pond in the centre of the village. Naruto could tell almost immediately that she had been crying. “Temari, what is the matter. Is Gaara alright.”

“Gaara is fine, Uzumaki Naruto. He asked me to come and deliver you a message. The Iwa shinobi are starting to withdraw from Suna all indications lead to the conclusion that they will come to your current position in the Valley of Shadows and attack you in force.”

“I understand Temari that is our plan.” Naruto explained, “We will be fine.”

Temari began to cry again and Shikamaru put her arms around her and explained the rest to Naruto. “Kankuro saw the withdrawal as an opportunity he could not resist. He thought he could reduce their numbers as they left and give us a better chance to hold out against them.”

“Did his plan work?” Naruto asked.

“He assembled what was left of the puppet corps and assaulted what he thought was their rear guard. Unfortunately he was caught by a second force and the puppet corps was defeated.” Shikamaru said grimly. “Kankuro was killed.”

The news caught Naruto like a knife going through his chest. It was bad enough that many of Konoha’s shinobi had been gravely injured against this enemy already; Bushy Brows was in a coma from which he may never recover. The death of someone he knew closely was almost too much to bear.

Naruto bowed towards the Suna Kunoichi, “Temari I am deeply troubled by your loss, I am gravely sorry that I must bear some responsibility for it. I am the cause of this war after all.” Naruto turned away and walked towards the woods. “I would like some time on my own please. Kakashi-sensei please deal with the matters here that I must attend to. I will return shortly.”

Naruto walked to a spot he had discovered when they had first arrived in Tyuga. It was a small waterfall running into a pond below. Sakura would love this spot. “Baka,” he shouted aloud, “You don’t even have any proof she is still alive.” He collapsed beside the pond and began to cry. All this, the death of Kankuro, the injury to Lee, Sakura and Sasuke’s disappearance, it was his entire fault. He was responsible. The way out of it rested on his shoulders alone.

“Naruto-kun?” her voice was so quiet he almost didn’t hear it.

Standing over him was Hyuga Hinata and behind her a few paces was Inuzuka Kiba. He stood up and pretended that nothing had happened. “Kiba, Hinata, I just came out here for a drink. The water is really fresh here.”

“You don’t need to pretend Naruto-kun. I can see how troubled you are after all.” Hinata said putting her hand on his arm. “I... We have come to help you. Kiba-kun and I would like to offer our services in whatever plan you may come up with.”

Naruto stared into the pearl white eyes of Hinata and found a new resolve appear in his own heart. “Thanks Hinata but I think I must decline your offer. I now what I have to do now.”

“You are sure, Naruto-kun?” Hinata asked.

“Yes, Hinata,” Naruto said, “Both of you have to promise me something though.”

“Anything Naruto-kun.” Hinata spoke for both of them.

“No matter what happens from now on, do not interfere. I know what I am doing even if it doesn’t seem like it.” Naruto looked straight at Hinata and then at Kiba. “Promise me that okay.”

“But Naruto-kun...” Hinata exclaimed.

“We promise Naruto,” Kiba said coming forward and taking Hinata’s hand, “don’t we Hinata.”

“Yes, Kiba-kun. We promise.” Hinata said quietly. “Naruto-kun?” she added. “I believe Sakura is still alive.”

Naruto grinned at Hinata, “I know she is.” He said pointing at his chest, “I can feel her in here.”

“You want to do what?” Shikamaru could be heard throughout the village. Kakashi-sensei, Sai and Naruto were having their daily strategy meeting with Shikamaru.

“Something I should have done a long time ago, Shikamaru. They are here for me so I am going to give them what they want.” Naruto said determinedly.

Kakashi-sensei looked hard into his former student’s eyes. “If you are planning on using yourself as some noble sacrifice you know I can’t permit it.”

“Kakshi-sensei I know what I am doing and if it helps you believe me here.” He reached into his pouch and pulled out one of the Yondaime’s kunai. “You know what this. This was Sakura’s if she had remembered to bring it with here the day of the exercise I would have found her by now. If things get out of hand I can get myself out Y’know.”

Kakashi took the kunai gingerly remembering the last time he had been given one. “It will be alright Shikamaru,” He said, “He is after all the son of the Yondaime Hokage.”

Naruto looked at all three of his advisors, “Well if that settles it let’s go for ramen. The shop here isn’t as good as Ichiraku’s but it will do.”

Sai looked around at the messy room and said, “I’ll just clean up here and join you in a few minutes.”

“Alright Sai,” Naruto said with a grin, “but if your not there in ten minutes you’re buying for all of us.”

Sai began to tidy up some of the scrolls they had been studying and then headed over to the window and looked down at the blond haired man hurrying of for ramen. “It will be soon, Naruto-sama.” He said and turned back to the desk and began putting things away.

The messages were short and to the point, and delivered to the enemy shinobi by any means that they could. Uzumaki Naruto, Jinchuriki will be waiting alone in the Valley of Shadows ten miles north of the Village of Tyuga. It took less time than Naruto had expected for them to begin to arrive. At first they were just advance scouts to see if this was not just another trap. These Naruto defeated easily, so easily in fact he wondered whether he would have to resort to his plan at all.

One day later at dawn they arrived in force. Shinobi from all three nations now surrounded him though they did not wish attack yet as if they were waiting for him to do something. That was fine with him though because he had an ace up his sleeve or perhaps in his chest.

“Shinobi of Iwa, Shinobi of Kumo, Shinobi of Kiri,” Naruto began, “You have invaded many independent countries in a foolish effort to assassinate me. I have only ever desired peace but somehow you have been misled to believe otherwise. Since you have come at me with force, I must respond in kind to show you just how foolish this will be. I advise the survivors of this battle to go back to their respective Kages' and give them that message.”

As he finished speaking he noticed that some of the shinobi that surrounded him had already begun to attack. Concentrating hard with all his might he performed Kage Bunshin no Jutsu to create as more Naruto clones than he had ever created before.

The battle lasted for almost the entire day; Naruto could see the ninja reconsidering their attack as one by one their comrades fell. They thought they had and advantage as they fought only Kage Bunshin except for one true Shinobi somewhere in their midst. However Kage Bunshin who cannot be hit are just as deadly as anyone else. By the time Naruto had eliminated half of the force surrounding him the retreat had been ordered and each nation’s shinobi began to return home in defeat.

As the sun set Naruto was exhausted and alone surrounded by countless enemy corpses. At least he hoped they were corpses he felt so week after the battle he could not fight anyone right now. “Naruto-sama.” He turned to see Sai walking towards him stepping over the bodies of the fallen.

“I thought I asked you to remain at the village Sai.” Naruto said almost angrily.

Sai smiled at Naruto and motioned as four shapes rose from the bodies surrounding him and prepared there weapons. “I’m afraid you are no longer in any position to give orders Naruto-sama.” He walked up to Naruto and held out a Konoha headband. “I’m sure you recognize this, Naruto-sama, if you wish her not to be harmed I suggest you accompany us to Danzou-sama. There is much he would like to discuss with you.”




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Posted 12 May 2008 - 10:51 PM

We are coming fast to the conclusion now, so here is the next bit which I have been dying to write for some time now.

The Great Naruto Bridge.


The Great Naruto Bridge


The news that there was an impending battle about to take place in Hi no Kuni spread quickly throughout the town and to the house of Tazuna where Sakura, Sasuke Karin and Ai where staying. Sakura went into a rage when she heard that Naruto had decided to use himself as bait to lure the enemy ninja. It was all Sasuke and Karin could do to calm her down. “We can’t just waltz back home Sakura. You know as well as I do there is still ROOT to deal with. If we go into Konoha now we will be caught between them and to invading shinobi.”

That seem to sink in but she remained upset. “He plans on facing three groups of shinobi alone and you want me to do nothing. That Baka, when I get my hands on him I’ll make him regret this.” She curled up on her futon and began to cry.

“Let me try to talk to her, Sasuke,” Karin said quietly, “You can go find Ai. I think she is with Inari on the beach.”

Sasuke looked a little concerned but nodded his head and went outside. Karin sat down beside Sakura, “It’s hard knowing someone you love is risking his life and you can do nothing for him isn’t it?” She started to run her hand through Sakura’s hair. “I used to feel that way often after Sasuke left to join Madara and began to fight against Konoha. It was good I couldn’t in a way, because if I did help him it would have made us enemies. In the end though it turned out for the best, Sasuke was convinced of the error of his ways and returned with the both of you to his home.”

Sakura looked up at Karin, “I really don’t know what you are trying to say.”

Karin laughed and said, “Maybe I don’t either, but I think it is that whatever his faults and however he may aggravate you, Uzumaki Naruto is the greatest shinobi in the entire world. He would not do this if he did not believe in a plan which would allow him to succeed. All you can do is trust him and hold on to your love for him for that is what will make him succeed.”

Sakura smiled a little through her tears, “Captain Yamato said something like that once. It’s not what you can do for Naruto. It’s how strongly you feel about him. Even then I didn’t realize how much I loved him. I just am very afraid for him right now.”

“He will succeed; Sakura and Naruto will live on to have many children to ensure the bright future of Konoha.” Karin said.

Sakura looked up at Karin and said “Maybe you and Sasuke will...”

Karin shook her head sadly “No, there is no future there. I think it would be better if I leave Ai with Sasuke in Konoha. I’ll visit of course, after all a girl needs her mother but she is better off being brought up by an Uchiha. He will be better understanding her unique gifts and help her train them.”

Two days later Nami no Kuni was in celebration over the news that the enemy shinobi had begun to retreat. Tsunami would not hear of her guests leaving without a feast to celebrate so Sakura reluctantly agreed to stay one more night and leave in the morning. Tazuna was drinking quite heavily toasting Naruto at every chance. Peace restored would again increase the traffic across the Great Naruto Bridge and bring travellers back to the islands. Sakura began to relax after hearing so much about how brave and powerful her husband was from Inari and Tsunami. Hearing Tazuna still singing slightly off key she went to sleep knowing that in a few days she would again be in Naruto’s loving arms.

It was dawn when they left Tazuna’s house. Their hosts were still sleeping but they left a note thanking them for the hospitality and promising to return again with Naruto. The mist made the town was quiet, almost eerily so, as they made their way towards the bridge. Seeing the sign Sasuke stopped and smiled, “Remember our first time here Sakura. Zabuza and Haku, we should have visited their graves while we were here.”

“Naruto comes back once a year to visit them. I haven’t always come with him, but I did last time.” Sakura said.

Karin stopped hastily grabbing Ai’s hand as the little girl was skipping down by the side of the bride. “Sasuke, there are shinobi on the bridge.” She whispered.

“Sakura you and Karin stay with Ai, follow close behind me.” Sasuke drew his sword and began to advance slowly towards the unknown.

“I knew you would come back here Uchiha.” A familiar voice called out to him. “And what a lovely surprise it is to see my old friend Karin with you as well.”

Karin whispered a name. “Suigetsu…”

“I’m touched you recognize me, Karin.” Suigetsu responded, “I came here to kill Uchiha Sasuke but what a stroke of luck it is that I get to kill you as well.” A figure in the mist was now just barely visible. “Uchiha is mine to kill,” he said to his companions, “Do what you want to the others but don’t kill them yet. I want them to see the death of so formidable a ninja.”

“Sakura,” Sasuke whispered, “I must fight Suigetsu, keep Ai and Karin safe for me. I know you can do it.”

“Be careful Sasuke.” Sakura cautioned.

“We should do this the honourable way, Uchiha, “Suigetsu said with a smile. “My sword against yours, I’m much too clever to be ensnared by your Sharingan and I’m not going to use any jutsu for you to copy.”

Sasuke bowed to his opponent and drew out his sword to begin to fight Suigetsu. The other shinobi approached Sakura, Karin and Ai. The first one either hadn’t herd of Sakura or didn’t realize who she was for he closed in rapidly to attack. Whatever problems she had had at the beginning of her pregnancy were now gone thanks to Karin. Gathering her chakra she hit the approaching foe in the jaw sending him far of the bridge into the water below. The other two stopped and began to give her more respect as they slowly closed in on her. She slowly began to draw them away from Karin and Ai to keep both of them safe. Both of them though had there eyes riveted on the fight taking place in the centre of the bridge.

The swordfight was intense, Karin was sure that Sasuke’s sword would break whenever the massive sword of Suigetsu struck it but again and again Sasuke managed to parry the strokes at unbelievable speed. At first Sasuke seemed to be being pressed back but at some point he had switched to an offensive posture and began to press back on his opponent. The ringing of sword on sword became so loud that Ai covered her ears with her hands. After what seemed like hours, Suigetsu made a small mistake and Sasuke took full advantage thrusting his sword at Suigetsu’s heart. The sword plunged through as if Suigetsu’s body was composed of water throwing Sasuke off balance. Suigetsu smiled, “I’m sorry, I forgot to mention your sword can not cut my body.” With an evil laugh he swung the massive sword directly at Sasuke.

Something pushed Sasuke violently out of the way and he looked up to see the sword cut through Karin’s left arm and plunge deeply into her chest. Sasuke could hear Ai scream but it was through a fog of burning rage that began to consume him. His eyes began to weep blood as he unsealed a power he had gained from his brother long ago but had long since forbade himself from using and Suigetsu’s body was consumed by the black flames of Ameretsu. A fire so hot and intense it could even burn water. Sasuke felt Ai come close to him and drew her in to him as he kept his eyes on the now screaming Ninja. He also drew the blood soaked body of Karin up to him trying to will her to live.

Sakura saw what had happened and quickly eliminated her two opponents and ran towards the gravely wounded body of Karin. A quick examination was all she needed to realize there was no hope. She shook her head sadly at Sasuke who turned to her as she approached. As she turned to look at Ai she was shocked to see what she thought was a red gleam in her dark eyes. She was far too young to possess the Sharingan surely she thought it must be my imagination.
A raspy whisper was all Karin could manage, “Ai, forgive me but I had to save your Otou-san. He needs you; take care of him for me. I love you.”

They buried Karin next to Zabuza and Haku, and returned Zabuza’s sword back to where they had left it so many years ago. Despite Sakura’s efforts neither Sasuke nor Ai said anything at all but just stood there together hand in hand, their eyes full of tears. Sakura had decided they would go back and stay at Tazuna’s house for one more night and set of again in the morning. Ai chose not to sleep in the futon she had before but remained with her Otou-san.

In the morning they set of again and began to travel slowly back to Konoha. Sakura took charge as Sasuke seemed too deep in remorse following slowly behind her, carrying Ai on his shoulders. Neither of them had said a word all morning still until Sakura heard Ai-chan desperate cry. “Otou-san, there are people all around us approaching slowly. Sakura looked around and her heart sank. From out of the trees eight masked figures came out of the forest and surrounded them.


Author's Notes:

I hope I did the fight justice I wanted to make it believable without bogging down on every blow. And I apologize to any Suigetsu or Karin fans.

Edited by Verilance, 12 May 2008 - 10:51 PM.



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Posted 13 May 2008 - 05:28 AM

wow, would be interesting if Ai broke Itachi's record of unlocking the Sharingan

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Posted 15 May 2008 - 10:54 PM

Here is next chapter

The Greatest Threat



The Greatest Threat


Naruto allowed himself to be led back to Konoha, he realized the seriousness of the situation and that any attempt to fight back or escape would result in the death of his beloved Sakura-chan. He glanced around at the ninja accompanying him, Sai remained by his side and the other four ninja were spread out entirely surrounding him.

He turned to Sai beside him and said with as must vehemence as he could muster, “I trusted you, bastard, and how do I know ROOT won’t kill Sakura-chan anyway even if I join forces with Danzou.”

Sai turned to him with the same enigmatic smile that was to beginning to make Naruto furious. “You have my word, Naruto-sama. You must realize this is the only way you will ever be allowed to become Hokage. Without Danzou-sama as your ally the council would never agree to allow the vessel containing the Kyubi to become leader of Konohagakure.”

Naruto gritted his teeth and clenched and unclenched his fists. “I don’t believe that Sai, and never will. There are people in the village who know me for who I am, not just as the vessel for the Kyubi.”

“Believe what you will Naruto-sama, but for now ROOT is holding all the cards you cannot refuse us.” Sai said.

ROOT with great difficulty had managed to keep an entrance to Konohagakure secret from even ANBU and the Hokage. Sai stopped the others as they went to enter, “Only Naruto-sama and myself will go on from this point. You four are to return to your previous duties. It is the will of Danzou-sama.” The other ninja nodded silently and disappeared into the trees.

“You are not worried I will attack you, now that you are by yourself?” Naruto said to Sai.

“We both know that you won’t do that Naruto-sama, you love that ugly hag too much to risk her life despite how much you may want to.” Sai said with the smile again on his face.

“Stop calling me that, I’m not anybody –sama yet.” Naruto said angrily.

“You will be, Naruto-sama it is only a matter of time.” Sai responded with a smile.

Inside Sai and Naruto were met by another figure with a mask the shape of a bird. “Well done, I shall accompany Uzumaki to Danzou-sama. Your mission is over.”

“I’m afraid Sempai there has been a change of plans.” Sai explained, “I am not to let Naruto-sama out of my sight. Danzou-sama also wants his discussion with Naruto-sama to be kept private. You must remain here Sempai and let me take him to Danzou-sama.”

“Why did I not be informed of this change?”

“You can go ask Danzou-sama if you wish but we will remain here until you return.” Sai said with a smile.

The man in the bird mask stood in place for a while and then relented and moved out of the way to let Sai pass. As they went through the door they found a set of stair which led down into the ground. The tunnel entered into a twisted maze of hallways, Naruto thought it resembled the place where he had always met the Kyubi inside him. Just as in that case, the being at the centre of this maze also posed danger unimaginable to those he loved.

“This way, Naruto-sama.” Sai went down one of the corridors.

After a series of turns so that Naruto retained no sense of where they had originated from they entered into a large room. It seemed to be the remnants of some kind of steam heating system for Konohagakure, there were massive pipes all around going off in all directions and a catwalk on which three people were now standing. “Welcome Uzumaki Naruto, welcome to ROOT,” Danzou voice was edged with glee now knowing he had been triumphant at last. “You have done excellent work,” He said addressing Sai, “I am pleased; you may stay and watch me remould this man into my servant.”

“I would be honoured Danzou-sama.” Sai said making a formal bow.

“Uzumaki Naruto, You know why you are here?” Danzou began, “It is because I willed it, and all that has happened to you is because I willed it to be so. I had my agents in the other great nations spread stories of your power to goad them into taking the foolish act of war to provide you with the means to realize the truth as I already do. These so called nations are enemies to be ground under our feet. Then must never be allowed threaten us again. What is the use of all your power if you do not seize it and use it to rule what is rightfully yours?”

“And if I join you, Sakura-chan will be released to me again?” Naruto asked.

“If you desire her, she will be given to you. I must admit at first I wanted her dead but changed my mind thanks to the advice of my agent over there.” He indicated to Sai, “This way is much more satisfactory don’t you agree. Well what is your answer Uzumaki Naruto?”

Naruto looked up at Danzou his eyes pure red as he gathered his chakra in his hand, “My answer... My answer is, die, bastard!” and he formed the Fuuten: Rasen Shuriken in his hand and charged towards Danzou.

Fear crept into Danzou eyes, he shouted towards Sai, “Stop him! Use your jutsu.” Sai drew quickly and two large black shapes flew from his paper and settled down on either side of Danzou grabbing hold of each of his arms. “What...?”

Naruto stopped, raised his head showing a grin and bright blue eyes, with a flick of his hand the gathered chakra in his hand vanished. “Have you heard all that you needed to, Baa-chan?” He asked into the microphone hidden around his neck.

“Yes Naruto, You may hold Danzou until a team from ANBU comes to arrest him for treason.” Tsunade’s voice came from over the transmitter. “By the way, Yamoto has sent a message to me. He has found Sakura and Sasuke, they are safe and have some surprises for you.”

Naruto grinned at the news and gave Sai a large hug in triumph which was returned slowly. “We did it Sai! They’re back with us again.”

Danzou looked over at Sai his face a blank mask, “You have betrayed me?”

Sai looked at Danzou and smiled, “Not really Danzou-sama, you see the true purpose of ROOT was to hunt down and eliminate what are the greatest threats to Konaha. I have realized for some time that the greatest threat was you, Danzou-sama, Naruto and I needed to obtain proof so that the Godaime Hokage could move against you without interference.”

He had an early breakfast at Ichiraku and then took up his place standing just outside the gate of Konohagakure. He did not know exactly when Sakura-chan and Sasuke would arrive but to him it did not matter. He just wanted to see her face again as soon as he could. Sai joined him around noon and was busy at his sketchbook. Naruto strained to see what Sai was drawing but it remained successfully hidden. “I just wanted to see what it looked like.” Naruto grumbled.

“You will get to see it when it is done, Naruto and not before. It will be better if Sakura sees it at exactly the same time as you.”

Naruto grinned, “I see you are not calling me sama any more.”

“It worked though didn’t it.” Sai explained, “That is why we chose it as our codeword. I think both of us did a fine job in tricking the members of ROOT to believe we hated each other.”

“It was hardest on you though,” Naruto said shaking his head, “I know we had to convince my friends that you weren’t to be trusted and that I was a fool for doing so, but it couldn’t have been easy.”

“I knew what I was doing was for my friend,” Sai said, “so what others thought were not important.” Sai held out his hand and Naruto clasped it. “I’d like to think that we have secured the future for not only Konohagakure but the entire world as well.”

They waited together in silence occasionally smiling to the shinobi who were now returning home after a month away. The afternoon light was fading when Naruto saw her, her bright pink hair caught in the fading glow of the sun. He ran with all his might and launched himself into her arms spinning her around and drawing her into the kiss he had waited so long for. Tears of joy were streaming down his cheeks but all he could say was, “Sakura-chan.”

She returned his kiss passionately and held him so close they were almost one body. “I’ve missed you Uzumaki.” She grabed his hand and held it to her expanding belly. “I have some news,” she said, tears also streaming from her eyes, “we are going to have a baby.”

Naruto could not speak he was so overjoyed. He realized that this alone was what he wanted most in his life to have a family the one thing that fate had denied him when he was born. To be Hokage was just an extension of that wish, making the whole village his family. He kissed Sakura again holding his hand next to their child.

“If you are finished dobe, there is someone I would like you to meet.” Sasuke said. Naruto turned and saw a little girl hiding behind Sasuke’s leg. “Uzumaki Naruto, I would like you to meet Uchiha Ai. She is my daughter.” Naruto’s eyes widened and he looked at Sasuke but a slight shake of his friend’s head prevented him from asking anymore.

Instead he crouched down and looked at the raven haired child and grinned. “Ai-chan, your Otou-san and I are best friends so I know we will get along as well.” He turned to his wife and said, “I know you must have been very busy helping protect my beloved Sakura-chan so I would like to thank you as well.” He held out a hand to the little girl. Ai smiled shyly behind Sasuke’s leg and extended her hand and Naruto held it gently. “You must be tired from walking, Ai-chan, if your Otou-san doesn’t mind how about you ride on my shoulders. We still have a long way to go because we have to meet with a very important lady before bedtime.”

The four of them plus Ai who was still sitting happily on Naruto’s shoulders were standing in the office of the Godaime Hokage, Tsunade. She smiled at all of them and sat down at her desk. “You have all done well. Despite hardship we have uncovered the true perpetrator of the crisis we faced and you have all returned safely. I must apologize to you Sakura and to Sasuke. It was my decision to keep the both of you from knowing what mission I had given to Naruto. Sai felt and I agreed with him if too many people knew Danzou would alter his plans and we would lose this opportunity. The search for you both would distract his followers and allow my ANBU to capture them without to much notice.”

Sakura smiled, “It all worked out for the best Tsunade-shishou.”

“I’m glad you feel that way Sakura. I want you also to know that As soon as Danzou’s trial is over I am going to resign as Hokage and nominate Naruto as my successor.”

Naruto was in shock again for the second time of the day. “Baa-chan, you are serious?”

“Yes Naruto,” She said, “it won’t be for months yet. For a long time I have felt as though I should retire, that was the real reason I was giving you all the work to do Naruto. I wasn’t because I was training you to do it. It was because I no longer felt capable of doing it all myself. This is not to be discussed with anyone else until I make the formal announcement I just wanted you to know. I am very proud of all of you. You have been an example for all the Shinobi of Konohagakure to follow.”


Just one more chapter to go plus an epilogue Ican't believe it is almost done.

Edited by Verilance, 15 May 2008 - 10:55 PM.



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Posted 03 June 2008 - 11:03 PM

Here it is the last chapter of HOKAGE

Rokudaime


Rokudaime


Uzumaki Sakura was in a state of bliss; though she was eight months pregnant her husband was the most caring and attentive man she had ever met. She had come home from the hospital tired and sore, but her husband was now busy massaging her sore shoulders while one of his Kage Bunshin knelt in front of her chair rubbing her tired feet. A second Kage Bunshin was busy in the kitchen preparing a wonderful meal for the both of them. Naruto looked down at the smile appearing on his wife lips and gently kissed her forehead. “What are you thinking about Sakura-chan?”

She opened her eyes and looked deeply into the cerulean blue eyes of her husband, “Just about how lucky I am. When I was travelling with Sasuke I missed you so much, I would dream about you every night.”

Naruto eyes gleamed, “Every night...” He stopped rubbing her shoulders and put his arms around her and whispered softly in her ear, “How about after supper we go and make some of those dreams come true.”

Sakura turned her head and smiled at her husband, “You do realize how important tomorrow is don’t you. We have to get up really early to meet the Daimyo when he arrives. Tsunade-shishou won’t take any excuses.”

“I promise I won’t sleep in Sakura-chan.” He grinned “Even if we do stay up all night.” He began rubbing her shoulders again.

Sakura snuggled up to her husband’s chest, “You keep treating me like this Naruto I might just agree with almost anything.”

“Maybe that was the idea.” Naruto whispered.

The next morning Naruto and Sakura arrived at the podium dressed in their best clothes and stood beside Tsunade and Shizune to wait for the arrival of the Daimyo of Hi no Kuni. He had decided to attend the celebration confirming Naruto as the Rokudaime Hokage personally instead of sending a representative. Already they could see the Daimyo’s retainers coming along the street, soon the daimyo himself would be in sight. Naruto leaned over to his wife, “Maybe he brought his daughter along Sakura-chan.” He joked.

“I am perfectly fine with that, Naruto.” Though she had an angry tone in her voice, “After all you married me despite all her efforts.”

“That’s because I love you Sakura-chan.” Naruto said.

Sakura couldn’t help herself and threw her arms around her husband, her cheeks matching the colour of her pink kimono. “I love you Naruto.” She gave him a long passionate kiss which knocked his breath away.

“Do you mind you two,” someone said, “There are children present.” Sakura turned to see Sasuke climbing the stairs with Ai in her arms.

“Sasuke!” Sakura cried, “We haven’t seen you since you decided to quit ANBU and went away with Ai. We weren’t sure you would be back.”

“I wouldn’t miss the dobe finally realizing his dream Sakura.” Sasuke said, “Ai had never had a real vacation before and being in ANBU was not easy when looking after a three year old girl.”

“I’m glad you’re both back Sasuke.” Naruto said, “I would like to speak to you about an idea I have.”

Ai moved herself over into Sakura’s arms, as Sasuke and Naruto moved to the back of the podium and began to talk. The little girl looked up at Sakura and said, “Otou-san promised me that he would start training me now that we’ve come home Sakura-sama, Someday I’m going to have to protect your baby, just like Otou-san protected you.”

Sakura looked down at the little girl. Ai’s face looked so serious that Sakura just hugged her and said “Thank you Ai.”

“Sorry I’m late,” Sai said, “I was just finishing something.”

“Well,” Naruto said as he came back beside Sakura, “We are all together again and we just need to wait for the Daimyo.”

Naruto looked out and saw him approaching. The Daimyo of Hi no kuni was approaching the podium. Naruto had only met him a few times though he was more familiar with his wife and her wandering cat. Behind the both of them was their youngest child, a girl of whom, Sakura and he were very familiar having spent the better part of a month travelling her and protecting her from unknown assassins while she was travelling to meet the man with whom she was to be married to. The marriage fell apart when the groom to be was murdered by rivals but the princess seemed not to care as she was more interested in Naruto anyway. Sakura gritted her teeth as she saw her approach but this time she ignored both of them and spent her time looking at Sasuke.

The introductions were brief and Tsunade led them into a small room, near the Hokage’s office. The actual ceremony was done in private with the three people involved breaking the bonds of loyalty together and forging them anew with the new ties. The Daimyo and Naruto extended their hands and pledged loyalty to one another and signed the sacred scroll that the Hokage kept safe. The ties from country to hidden village were sacred as both were needed to make the nation strong.

Tsunade looked at the man in front of her and remembered the little boy she had met so long ago it seemed travelling with Jiraiya to find her and ask her to become the Godaime Hokage. A tear came to her eye as she realized his dream as well as that of Dan’s and Nawaki’s had come true. In front of her was a Hokage strong enough to protect Hi no Kuni from all enemies yet gentle enough to care for all of the villagers enough to desire peace. A tear came to her eye as she thought of what this day had cost Jiraiya her oldest companion who had always loved only her though she had never realized it until it was too late.

“Tsunade-sama,” Shizune said noticing the tears “are you having regrets?”

“None, Shizune,” Tsunade said, “I think being an advisor to the Rukodaime Hokage is enough to keep me busy for a while.” She smiled at her companion, “Besides we haven’t gone gambling in a long time, maybe my luck is about to change.”

With the true ceremony done Naruto put on the robes of office and taking Sakura by the hand he walked outside to be formally introduced to the citizens of Konoha as the newest Hokage. The cheer from the crowd took him by surprise; most of these people had spent much of his early life hating him yet now they finally accepted him as he was. He looked for familiar faces in the crowd. He had formed bonds with so many special people and each had contributed in some way or another to his current strength.

The first friends he saw were Neji and Tenten standing together off to one side, they had raised quite a commotion among the Hyuga clan months earlier when Neji had sought and received permission from Hinata to allow Tenten to move in with him into a small house in the Hyuga Compound. More eyebrows were raised when, thanks to Sakura and Tsunade, Lee had recovered enough to be released from the hospital and also moved in with his teammates.

Near them Hyuga Hinata was standing beside Kiba and Akamaru and to Naruto surprise they were actually holding hands, things must have gone well with the Clan council if they were showing displays of affection in public. Shino was with them looking very happy for his former teammates.

Ino and Choji were standing next to Nara Shikamaru and his bride Temari already beginning to show in her third month of pregnancy. Near her were Gaara and Matsuri.

Naruto tried looking for Kakashi but he was not here late as usual, but Iruka looked as proud as any man could be. Namikaze Minato was his real father and sacrificed his life for the village and his son, but Iruka raised him more than any one else.

He turned and looked at his greatest rival and worst enemy but also his best friend, Uchiha Sasuke. The time he had spent with Ai-chan had changed him, he was more open now to those around him and Naruto knew he would excel in the position he would be appointed to. Beside him was Sai, Naruto remembered loathing him when they were introduced but slowly they had come to have great respect for one another. To Sai his duty was simple safeguarding Konoha, which in his mind meant protecting Naruto himself at all costs. Naruto couldn’t ask for to greater allies.

Finally there was the woman beside him, his partner, friend and lover. His beloved Sakura-chan. She was the centre of his universe. His love for her had never diminished but had strengthened every morning he woke up beside her. The bonds he shared with all of them fuelled his desire to be Hokage, to protect Konohagakure as long as he drew breath.

Later in the evening Sai, Sakura, and Naruto were relaxing after a day full of celebration. They were spending the last night in Naruto and Sakura’s apartment because in the morning they would be moving into the residence of the Hokage.

“It took a lot of convincing on my part but Ai has finally gone to sleep.” Sasuke said entering the room, “Thanks for letting us stay her tonight. I don’t think she would have wanted to go back home.”

“Well Sai, I think you have had long enough. What is the big surprise?” Naruto asked.

“As you both know,” Sai began walking over to the door to Naruto’s study, “When you were married I promised to make a painting for you. I thought about it for a long time and I wanted to convey how I felt about you both. You have both given my so much without me even realizing it so this is my gift to you.” Sai opened the door to reveal a life sized portrait of Uzumaki Naruto in his robes of office as Hokage and looking radiant beside him Uzumaki Sakura in her pink Kimono. At the bottom of the portrait was the title, the one word which had brought Naruto from a mischievous prankster to the greatest ninja in the world.

Hokage.



There is an epilogue which I have finished which I will post in the next few days after I read it over again. I wrote it about a month ago.

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Edited by Verilance, 03 June 2008 - 11:03 PM.



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Posted 04 June 2008 - 02:53 AM

Exellent ending good job =^__^=

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