Naruto Fan Fiction ❯ Broken Bonds ❯ Broken Bonds Ch 2 ( Chapter 2 )

Holy fucking hell I didn't think so many people would like this story. Me happy! Hugs to you all enjoy the next chappie. Forgot to tell ya'll, the first few chapters is kind of flashback frenzy.

 

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“Talking”

 

`Thinking'

 

`Kyuubi talking'

 

Flashback

 

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To say the least Naruto's sleep was anything but peaceful. The blonde fox kept tossing from side to side all night. His mind flooded with images of something or was it another premonition.

 

Dream Sequence…

 

Naruto sat on the edge of a couch in a pretty descent sized living room, but that was all he could make out. The thing that was clear, besides what he was sitting on, was an unfamiliar picture of about an 8 year old Amatsuki and 23 year old Raiden and Satoshi chasing after Itachi in the background. Then to the side were him and Sasuke, looking happy as when they first had gotten together. A small smile seemed to appear on the sullen face of Naruto's. He bit back a whimper and took a deep breath.

 

“Chichi-ue, is everything okay?” A gentle yet deep voice echoed in the quiet room.

 

“Yea everything is fine Raiden. I was just looking at a picture.” Naruto replied. He looked up at the younger male.

 

“You know it was the right choice, chichi-ue. Don't go doubting yourself now.” Raiden said softly, standing next to his dad.

 

“Yea I know, but ya can't help but miss him.”

 

“Come on; let's get you back to bed.” Raiden helped Naruto get back to his room, seeing as the blonde's vision was now blurred with unshed tears.

 

End Dream Sequence…

 

Naruto jumped up in the bed. His breathing was labored and eyes had a tint of red to them. He looked around the room and saw that he was still in the Uchiha compound. The wet streaks down his cheeks, told Naruto that was really crying. The Kyuubi-vessel looked down to see Sasuke still there with an arm around the blonde's waist. He did all he could to keep from rolling his eyes and pushing the bastard off the bed. The soft rays of the sun caught Naruto's eye. He looked out the window to view the sun breaking through the night clouds, bringing about a new day.

 

`It was just a freaking dream. Yea but the last time I had a dream like that it had came true. What does this mean?' Naruto's breathing evened out. He slipped out of Sasuke's weak grip and got dressed. Just as he neared the door to exit the room, the silky voice he hated but loved at the same time stopped him.

 

“Where are you going?” Sasuke asked dryly.

 

“Out…” Naruto replied coldly.

 

“Where?”

 

“For a walk. Can't I get some air without asking you? And stop acting like you give a damn.”

 

“I do care about the person who gave birth to my children.” Naruto gripped the door knob, crushing it in the process.

 

“Whatever. If I'm not back by the time Amatsuki wakes up please get her dressed, fed, and ready for school.” The blonde said frigidly. `Sasuke, where did all of this go wrong? Sometimes I wish we just stayed friends or never even met.'

 

“Don't take too long.”

 

`Like you care.' “I don't know how long it'll be. I need to get something off of my mind.” Naruto walked out of the door and quietly trotted through the house making sure not to wake anyone. The Kyuubi-vessel stalked out of the main house and district. He continued to walk through the village aimlessly, wondering when Sasuke had become so…so isolated.

 

`It was about a year after Amatsuki was born. He started coming home later and later until it was to the point where he wouldn't come home at all. I just thought it was the missions since he was ANBU captain. Then I found out he was on a leave. That whole fucking month he didn't come home.' Naruto thought remembering that day.

 

Flashback…

 

“Baa-chan is Sasuke on a mission, right now?” A worried Naruto asked, strumming his fingers across the large oak desk. Tsunade pulled out a small leather bound book and flipped through the pages.

 

“No, he's been out on leave for about 3 weeks now. I thought he would be with you for the time.” Tsunade said skimming down a page.

 

“3 WEEKS?! He hasn't been home since the last mission.” Naruto blurted out.

 

“Well, Naruto is there anything you want me to do?” The older female asked with concern.

 

“No thank you. Thank you for everything Hokage-sama. I'll see ya later.” Naruto leapt out of the window and raced home; or in the supposed direction of home. Tsunade could only watch the blonde jump away. She was worried about her adopted little brother. He only called her `Hokage-sama' unless there was something bothering him. She bit her lip, feeling hopeless. Tsunade took her seat back at her desk and pulled out her secret stash of sake.

 

Naruto turned sharply, toward the west gate and headed to the forest surrounding Konoha. That was when he saw everything he needed but didn't want to know. The first and certainly not the last time he found Sasuke cheating on him.

 

End Flashback…

 

“That was the first day he got caught and hadn't noticed a goddamn thing. That was the beginning of the end of this relationship.” Naruto said in an inaudible whisper. He hadn't even noticed he had walked up the Hokage monument steps and was sitting atop the fourth's head. The young blonde looked over the city that he still wants to protect. He listened it come to life as the sun rose higher into the morning sky. The morning store merchants were setting up their carts for a busy day. The parents getting their children ready for school, and the rest of the sounds that the sun brought along with it. Here seemed to be Naruto's calm and peaceful spot. Every fear, worry, doubt, and ounce of stress was washed away here. No evil could scathe this place. But most of all, this spot was where Sasuke had proposed to Naruto, 18 long years ago. The blonde felt the sting of fresh tears roll down his whiskered cheeks. He only then noticed he was crying.

 

`Damn, I seem more emotional than when I was pregnant with Amatsuki.'

 

`Kit…you wanna talk or something?'

 

`Not right now Kyu. Thanks anyway.' Naruto gave a not so convincing smile to Kyuubi. Before the ancient fox could say another thing, someone beat him to the punch.

 

“Chichi-ue is everything alright?” Raiden asked coming from out of the shadows.

 

“What are you doing up this early? Don't you have a mission today?” Naruto asked his younger identical. He completely avoided Raiden's question.

 

“I heard you and otou-san `talking' then you walked out. I was worried about you and followed you.”

 

“Don't you ever sleep?” Raiden heard the light smirk in Naruto's voice.

 

“I'm a light sleeper, you know that dad.”

 

“Yea, you must get that from your father.” Raiden smirked and sat beside Naruto. He enjoyed the view from the monument as much as Naruto did.

 

“What's going on between you two?”

 

“You're too observant for your age Raiden. But if you must know nothing, you should worry about.”

 

“But…”

 

“No buts Rai. The matter is closed for now.”

 

“Fine chichi-ue.” Raiden sighed defeated.

 

“Since we haven't had the chance to talk in awhile, now might be a good chance. How has being an ANBU been?”

 

“Err…it's tough at first but you get used to after a few good missions. Ya know the test is coming up soon. If you would like someone to train with, I'll be more than happy to help out.”

“Maybe I'll think about taking the test but let's see how everything goes. Let's see if you can beat your old man one day soon.” Naruto smiled.

 

“When was the last time you had a real spar?” Raiden asked raising a slim blonde eyebrow.

 

“Ya little smartass; I had one just yesterday with Shino. Thank you very much.”

 

“All you need to defeat Shino-san is bug repellant and you won.” Naruto laughed at the simple joke. His eyes brightened almost back to their normal blue. It was rare nowadays to see or hear a true laugh or smile on Naruto's face. Raiden couldn't help but smile seeing his chichi-ue happy once again.

 

“Alright tough guy, tomorrow at dawn we'll see what you're made of.” Naruto said with determination lighting up his eyes.

 

“You're on old geezer. Be there dad and don't forget. Because you know the older you get the more you forget.”

 

“Cut that old stuff out. Trust me I won't forget to kick your butt.” Naruto smirked. Naruto looked over the city once more before standing. A longing and lonely look back placed on his face.

 

“Chichi-ue if you want me or Satoshi to find out what's going on with otou-san then we will.” Raiden said quickly, sensing the sudden change in Naruto.

 

“That won't be necessary. Sadly I already know what's going on.” Naruto replied. His blonde bangs covered his eyes, making his expression unreadable. Raiden nodded, understanding his dad. Naruto looked at the sky and sighed. By now the house is going to be a complete disaster.

 

“Well, we best be off Raiden. We don't know what your sister and brother has gotten themselves into.”

 

“You're probably right. Would you like me to start preparing Satoshi's funeral?”

 

“You got jokes today.”

 

“Maybe a few, but I wonder who that came from.” Raiden stared at Naruto. Naruto laughed.

 

“Race ya.” Naruto said before disappearing from his spot.

 

“Cheater!” Raiden soon followed Naruto. The both of them looked like mere blurs to people. They barely made any contact with the surface that their feet touched. You could hear their laughter though. Some villagers actually thought they were ghosts playing at the edge of the spirit world. As the duo reached the house, they heard a loud thud followed by a loud yell.

 

“GET BACK HERE AMATSUKI!!!” Satoshi yelled. Naruto and Raiden walked into the main house to see Satoshi running after Amatsuki.

 

“No `Toshi, you'll hurt me!” Amatsuki giggled, sliding under the dining room table.

 

“I wouldn't hurt you. I'll just tie you up and lock you in the closet so you can't pull anymore pranks.”

 

“Technically, Satoshi you still would be hurting her.” Naruto said from the doorway.

 

“Chichi-ue, Raiden…” The blonde girl yelled happily, jumping into Naruto's arms. Amatsuki chuckled and hugged Naruto tightly.

 

“Hey, how's my little girl?” Naruto asked rubbing his cheek against Amatsuki's. The little girl seemed to purr like a kitten.

 

“Good, otou-san woke me up and got me ready for school. But chichi-ue, otou-san is not as fun as you are. He's to… to moody.” Raiden and Satoshi snickered. Naruto had a shocked smile across his face.

 

“Oh really, then I guess we're going to have to work on your father's behavior, huh.”

 

“Yes sir.” Amatsuki did a mock salute and giggled. Naruto smiled and saluted back to her with his free hand. Amatsuki kissed her dad's cheek and jumped out of his arms.

 

“Alright soldier, we attack tomorrow.”

 

“Understood captain.”

 

“Okay, now go finish eating and get the rest of your stuff together, so you can go to school.”

 

“Uh-huh, okay chichi-ue.” She ran passed Satoshi and stuck out her tongue at him. Before he could catch her she sped back to the kitchen, laughing the whole way. Satoshi grumbled under his breath.

 

“What happened to you?” Raiden asked a soaking wet Satoshi. The younger of the two was trying not to burst out laughing.

 

“That little demon we call out little sister.” Satoshi grumbled.

 

“Oh come on now. She ain't that bad.” Raiden smiled.

 

“I beg to differ; she's never pranked you before, little brother.” Raiden thought about it for a minute. Satoshi was right.

 

“That's right. She likes going after the gullible ones. Sucks to be you right now.” Raiden snickered. Satoshi glared at Raiden who was now full out laughing.

 

“Dick wad…” Satoshi mumbled.

 

“Not in front of Amatsuki. You wouldn't want her to pick up you're foul language either now would you. By the way what did she do?” Raiden wondered calming down.

 

“She caught me in a trap and dumped a bucket of water on me. Let's just leave it at that.” Satoshi scowled.

 

“You actually fell for it to. Aren't you supposed to be some kick-butt ninja?”

 

“That was a very crafty and well hidden trap, okay. A ninja is entitled to some off days too ya know.”

 

“Aniki you're rationalizing.”

 

“So what if I am. She's getting better at her traps. I'd watch you're back if I were you. She might direct her ideas to someone better and smarter.”

 

“I hope you know you just insulted yourself.” Raiden chuckled.

 

“Shut up.”

 

“You two should know you weren't a picnic either when you were Amatsuki's age. So quit with the complaining.” Naruto said.

 

“Heh heh, we know chichi-ue. You keep reminding us every time we try to plan something.” Satoshi laughed nervously.

 

“Which is everyday, if I might add?” Raiden finished.

 

“Don't worry, Konoha will always need pranksters.” Naruto smiled. Who could picture the Village Hidden in the Leaves without some pranksters? How did they live before Naruto?

 

“I hear that.” Satoshi and Raiden said together.

 

“Chichi-ue, I'm ready to leave.” Amatsuki said merrily, running into the foyer.

 

“You forgot three things.”

 

“What?”

 

“You know what they are, Amatsuki.”

 

“Oh, those things. Do I have to chichi-ue?” Amatsuki whined.

 

“Yes you do young lady.”

”Fine chichi-ue.” Amatsuki pouted. She walked over to her brothers. “Gomen `Toshi.” The blonde child said.

 

“Its okay, Amat.” Satoshi ruffled Amatsuki's blonde pig-tails.

 

“Hey stop that, `Toshi.” Amatsuki moved her head away from his hand and glared playfully at the older raven.

 

“Have a good day at the academy, runt.” Satoshi said. He kneeled down to her level and hugged her. Amatsuki squeezed Satoshi tightly. She let go and tackled Raiden.

 

“Rai why are ya always so quiet?” Amatsuki cocked her head to the side cutely. Raiden copied her actions and blinked at her.

 

“Aniki, answer me.” Amatsuki said shaking him. Raiden shook his head. Amatsuki pouted and tried to think of a way to get her brother to talk. Her dark blue eyes lit up with an idea.

 

“Raiden, do you want to be my next target?” She asked sweetly. The look of pure terror washed over Raiden's face. Satoshi, Naruto, and Amatsuki laughed.

 

“Alright, I'll talk. Have a fun today, okay.” Raiden responded quickly.

 

“Thank you big brother.” Amatsuki said with a toothy grin. “Besides I like targeting `Toshi better.” She whispered into Raiden's ear. Raiden chuckled. Amatsuki hugged Raiden tightly and ran back to Naruto.

 

`Man, that's evil. Kyuubi are you sure you did nothing to Amatsuki when we were pregnant with her?'

 

`Now Kit, would I ever lie to you?'

 

`Yes.'

 

`Then there's your answer.' Kyuubi snickered.

 

`Jerk wad…'

 

“Come on chichi-ue, let's go.” Amatsuki beamed tugging her dad out the door.

 

“I'll be back soon. If I don't see you before your mission, than good luck.” Naruto said.

 

“Yes chichi-ue.” The twins said together. Naruto turned toward the door, still being dragged by Amatsuki.

 

“Oh chichi-ue, otou-san said he would be home early tomorrow morning.” Satoshi said as an after thought. Naruto visible stiffened. Amatsuki stopped mid-step and looked at Naruto.

 

“Thank you Satoshi.” The Kyuubi-vessel replied. He smiled warmly at Amatsuki to get that worried look off her face. Amatsuki smiled back and continued walking, but even she knew it was just a façade.

 

“Chichi-ue…” Satoshi began but stopped when Raiden placed a hand on Satoshi's shoulder. Satoshi glanced back at his younger brother, who was shaking his head.

 

“What's going on Rai?”

 

“I don't exactly know, but it's something real serious between chichi-ue and otou-san. It's not something to be taken as lightly as their other fights, either. If otou-san tells you when he's going out don't tell chichi-ue.”

 

“Alright, Raiden. But you know this is something we shouldn't get in the middle of.”

 

“Yea I know, but we might have to at some points. Come on we have to be at the main gate in an hour.” Satoshi and Raiden walked upstairs to get ready for their mission.

 

“Chichi-ue, I can't wait to see grandpa Ruka and grandpa Kashi.” Amatsuki said happily.

 

“Has grandpa Kakashi been good and not so perverted?”

 

“Pa-ver-ted?” Amatsuki questioned with an adorable confused look on her face.

 

“Never mind…is grandpa Kashi staying out of trouble?”

 

“Um…no. Grandpa Ruka is always hitting him over the head and yelling at him. But it's really funny, because grandpa Ruka can never stay mad at grandpa Kashi.” The small girl laughed.

 

“Grandpa Kashi is always getting into trouble.”

 

“Yep.”

 

“So, hime what have you been learning?”

 

“Um…last week we worked on our disguises and tactical plans. This week we're practicing on our aim with shuriken and kunai.” Amatsuki said tapping her chin.

 

“How are you doing?”

 

“Good, but its sooooooooo boring. I've already have good aim because of you, `Toshi and Rai.”

 

“Well sweetie, practice makes perfect. Maybe grandpa Ruka will help your aim ideal just like Mrs. Ten-Ten's.” The older blonde smiled. A delighted twinkle in his daughter's eye.

 

“Really chichi-ue?! I hope so. Come on, let's go. I can't wait to get to the academy.” The young blonde yelled running ahead.

 

“Amatsuki, the academy isn't going anywhere!” Naruto yelled running after the hyper active little girl. They raced the rest of the way there. Amatsuki went busting through the sliding door scaring the scarred chuunin. She was soon followed by a calm, collected Naruto.

 

“Hello Naruto and Amatsuki.”

 

“Hi grandpa.” Amatsuki smiled and hugged Iruka. She quickly went to her desk and started planning her next prank.

 

“Hello tou-san. How are you doing?”

 

“As well as can be expected. How about yourself?”

 

“Tired but fine.” Naruto smiled. “How has the little one been?”

 

“She's an excellent student and also the class clown. She is very strong and determined to become the youngest female ANBU in Konoha. She might achieve her goal at the pace she's increasing Naruto.” Iruka said proudly.

 

“Really, now? Amatsuki sounds like Itachi now. Oh great now I'll never hear the end of it.” Naruto groaned. “But that's great Iruka-tou-san. Will you please keep me updated on her progress?” Naruto gave a small smile. He looked over to Amatsuki. She was scribbling something on the piece of paper in front of her, with her tongue sticking out the side of her mouth; she seemed to be in deep concentration. Iruka stared at his adopted son. He could easily tell something was up. The normally hyper active fox usually blabbed on and on about what was going on at home, but now it was mainly focused on Amatsuki or himself (Iruka) and Kakashi.

 

“Naruto how is everything at home?” Iruka asked after few minutes of silence.

 

“E-everything is fine.” The question caught Naruto off guard and he faltered for a quick second but regained himself. “I need to get going tou-san. I'll see you later, okay.” Naruto said quickly. He didn't want to crumble in front of Amatsuki and in the middle of the academy.

 

“Yeah, I'll see you later.” Iruka frowned.

 

“Don't seem so worried tou-san.” Naruto smiled waving good-bye as he ran off.

 

`Maybe it's just my imagination, but Naruto seems out of it. I hope it's just that…my imagination.' Iruka smiled and waved back to Naruto. Iruka waited for the rest of his students to arrive.

Naruto was on his way to the market after he dropped Amatsuki off. He had to pick up food, medical supplies and other things. His pace slowed down to a slow stride. His eyes were trained on the ground. Again he was walking blindly through town. The life in him gone once again. Naruto supposed the only thing keeping him going at this point was his children and if he lost them, then he would lose his will to live. Without even noticing it, he bumped into a small body. Naruto looked up from the ground to see Ten-Ten.

 

“Oh sorry Ten-Ten. I wasn't watching where I was going.” Naruto said scratching the back of his head.

 

“It's quite alright Naruto.” The brunette replied.

 

“How are Sai and Ayame?”

 

“They're fine. Ayame is just like her father, so it gets a bit hectic some times. How's your family?”

 

“They're tricksters `til the end. But good.” Ten-Ten chuckled.

 

“That's to be expected, Naruto. They are your kids after all.”

 

“Yea, I guess so.”

 

“Maybe one day we could get together for like lunch or something.”

 

“That'd be great. We haven't hung out much for awhile. How about you tell Sai when and I'll talk to him on the next mission.”

 

“Okay Naruto. It was great to see you again. Don't be such a stranger.” Ten-Ten gave Naruto a quick hug and walked in the opposite direction. Naruto smiled and continued his shopping. By the time he got everything it was almost time for him to go get Amatsuki from school. The Kyuubi-vessel raced back to the compound to drop off his groceries. Naruto sighed and walked into the house with silence greeting his ears.

 

`Guess the boys already left. It's not surprising. The old hag has got them working almost every day, if they're not back from the previous mission.' Naruto went into the kitchen and put the bags down. He heard soft footsteps coming down the stairs. He ignored them completely, while he continued with what he was doing.

“What are you doing here? Satoshi said you wouldn't be back until tomorrow.” Naruto asked, keeping his back toward Sasuke.

 

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That's it for chapter two. I know…I know nothing really important happened in this chappie. BUUUUUUUUUT, chapter three brings two things that turn worlds upside down.

 

Confession time: Okay, there's a little teeny tiny detail, you guys should know. This was originally sequel for another story I have, but this had been on my mind begging to be typed. So some of the details will have to be explained soon. Please don't kill me.

 

Votin' time: Should Sasuke be cheating on Naruto with someone they know or some complete stranger? Pick one please. Okay enough of me babbling. Rate and review please, until next kiddies. Ja Ne. *disappears in a puff of smoke*

 

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