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Kaito Chapter 62
🕑 Added 2024-02-23 19:41:06 +0000 UTCKaito Chapter 62
Shikaku gave orders to the ANBU, "Double the number of guards around them and make sure nobody gets near them. The masked man was spotted just a few hours ago."
The ANBU replied with a quick "Hai" before body flickering away to carry out their orders.
"I have to head to the Hokage's office," Shikaku announced before turning back to Itachi and Hotaru. "You two can go back home for now. We'll probably be called in for questioning in a few days, so rest up until then." All three of them nodded before parting ways. Itachi and Hotaru made their way back home while Shikaku headed towards the Hokage's office to report the incident.
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The rising sun cast a golden glow over the hidden leaf village, its rays dancing through the narrow streets and illuminating every corner. It was early morning, but the village was already buzzing with activity. In the front porch of the Uzumaki residence sat Kaito, his red hair tousled as he prepared to leave. Strapping straps of his sandals, he stood up and turned to his mother and said, "I'll be off, mom."
Kushina watched her son with pride, a small smile gracing her lips. Before he could leave, she pulled him into a tight hug and placed a kissed his forehead and whispered, "Alright, be safe ya know."
"Hai, I'll be back for lunch," Kaito replied with a grin before nodding to his mother and walking away. Kushina watched him until he disappeared from sight before heading back inside their home.
As she entered, she heard a familiar voice calling out from within. It was Naruto, her hyperactive son who had just woken up. A wide smile spread across her face as she made her way towards him, ready to start another day in their happy little family.
As Kaito walked towards the Hokage tower, his mind was consumed with deep thoughts. He reflected on the events from the past few days, everything that had happened since he sensed Obito's presence. seemed like a blur to him, He remembered being put under a genjutsu, but his anti-genjutsu seal had broken him out of it and then all he could see was red. In a rage, Kaito attacked Obito without fully recalling the details of their fight. All he knew was that he had somehow managed to injure Obito.
It wasn't until he began shouting at Kakashi about Obito and remembering his mother and brother that Kaito snapped out of his rage. In a panic, he ran at full speed towards his home, abandoning his mission to guard the daimyo. He was in such a frantic state that he didn't even slow down when approaching Konoha, passing by the village guards without checking in.
When he finally arrived at his home and saw his mother and brother, relief washed over him and all the pent-up emotions flooded in, causing him to break down in his mother's arms. Exhausted from the battle with Obito and running at full speed afterwards, Kaito finally collapsed in his mother's embrace.
The last thing Kaito remembered before losing consciousness was hugging his mother and brother tightly, grateful that they were safe.
As he slowly blinked his eyes open, the first thing Kaito saw was the sight of his mother sleeping soundly beside him on a simple futon. Next to her lay his younger brother Naruto, also fast asleep. Kaito took a moment to take in his surroundings, realizing he was back in his own room and on his familiar futon. Confusion clouded his thoughts as he wondered how they all ended up sleeping in his room.
Then it hit him like a bolt of lightning - the events leading up to him passing out came rushing back to him. A small frown creased Kaito's brow as he realized that his mother must have stayed by his side, tending to him until she too fell asleep. He gazed at her peaceful face and noticed tear marks that had dried on her cheeks.
Feeling a pang of guilt for causing his mother worry, Kaito gently pulled the blanket covering him and draped it over both Kushina and himself, making sure not to disturb Naruto who was already cocooned in a separate blanket. His movements caused Kushina to stir awake, her eyes shooting open as she sat up straight and immediately wrapped her arms around him in a hug.
"Kaito-kun, are you okay?" she asked with concern in her voice.
"I'm sorry for waking you up, mom," Kaito replied, hugging her back.
She released him from the hug and brushed a hand through his hair lovingly. "How are you feeling, baby?"
A genuine smile lit up Kaito's face as he replied, "I'm fine, mom."
As tears welled up in her eyes, she whispered, "I'm sorry that mom has been a burden on you." Her head bowed down, the weight of her words heavy in the air.
Kaito's heart clenched at the sight and he quickly interjected, "What are you talking about, mom? You could never be a burden to me. You are the most important person in my life."
He pulled her into a tight embrace, his voice softening as he continued, "You've taken care of me and Naruto since we were babies. You are our mother, and it's my duty as your son to protect you just like it is yours to love and care for us as our mother. So please, stop saying things like that, mom."
Kaito gently wiped away her tears with his palms before realizing that his own tears were falling too. They embraced each other tightly, Kaito feels grateful for the strong woman who raised him and loved him unconditionally.
just then, Naruto stirred awake next to his mother and older brother. Blinking sleepily, he rubbed his eyes with his tiny palm and peered up at them. "Ano, why are mama and big brother crying?" he asked in a soft, confused voice.
Suddenly, Naruto's eyes widened with fear and he gasped, "Did someone steal our ramen?" His panic was evident as he looked back and forth between his family members.
Kushina wiped her tears away and smiled gently at her young son. "No, no, Naru-chan. It's nothing like that," she reassured him before pulling him into a warm embrace.
But just as they settled into their hug, Naruto's stomach rumbled loudly. He blushed sheepishly and Kushina chuckled. "Looks like someone's hungry," she teased, booping his nose playfully.
She stood up and helped little Naruto to his feet. "Well then, let's get you washed up and I'll make something delicious for breakfast."
Kaito, Naruto's older brother, grinned down at him and ruffled his wild hair. "Come on, naruto," he said with a playful nudge.
The rest of the day when by, After a satisfying breakfast, Kushina took on the role of teacher, instructing Naruto in basic math, reading and writing. Meanwhile, Kaito settled in beside them, working diligently on one of his latest seal projects. The morning passed by quickly and soon it was noon.
"Focus, Naru-chan," Kushina gently chided as she noticed her son starting to doze off. sighing at naruto antics and seeing the time kushina said “I should start cooking lunch“
kaito glanced up from his work and offered to help with lunch. "I'll give you a hand, mom." He quickly tidied up his materials before joining her in the kitchen.
As they were cooking, there was a knock on the front door. Kaito sensed who it was and excused himself to answer it. "I'll get that, mom."
Opening the door, he greeted Hotaru and Itachi with a smile. "Yo guys, how's it going?"
Hotaru returned his grin and replied, "We just wanted to check in and see if you're feeling okay."
Itachi nodded in agreement.
"Come on in," Kaito invited them inside.
Returning to the kitchen with his friends, Kaito announced their arrival to his mother. "Mom, we have guests."
Kushina smiled warmly at Hotaru and Itachi. "Hotaru-chan, Itachi-kun! Please join us for lunch." She gestured for them to take a seat at the table.
Hotaru bowed respectfully to Kushina and thanked her. "Thank you, Lady Kushina." Itachi also expressed his gratitude.
And so they all sat together and enjoyed a delicious meal cooked by Kushina - pork katsu curry with rice - as they caught up.
After enjoying a delicious lunch, Kaito turned to his mother Kushina and said, "Mom, we're going out for a bit." He was joined by his friends Hotaru and Itachi as they left after thanking Kushina for the meal.
They arrived at Kaito's usual training ground where he often honed his ninja skills. As they settled down, Kaito let out a deep sigh and turned to his friends with a sheepish smile. "So, I owe you guys an explanation, huh" he said while scratching the back of his head.
Hotaru sat beside him and placed a comforting hand on his shoulder. "You don't have to if you don't want to, Kaito-kun," she said gently.
Kaito shook his head and smiled gratefully. "No, it's alright. You guys deserve to know," he replied.
He proceeded to tell them about the masked man who had attacked his mother just after she gave birth to Naruto. He explained how the masked man had controlled the Nine-Tails to attack the village, and how his father had used a forbidden jutsu to seal the beast away. He also shared how his mother had almost died in the process.
"I swore I would kill him, and I will," Kaito stated firmly, determination burning in his eyes.
Moved by his words, Hotaru wrapped her arms around him in a hug. "You don't have to do it alone, you know. we'll help you," she whispered after releasing him from the embrace.
Itachi nodded in agreement. "hai, I'll help too. That man is a threat to Konoha," he affirmed with with a serious look
A small smile formed on Kaito's lips as he recalled his friend's words. He was grateful to have such good friends, and he made a silent vow to ensure that their fates wouldn’t follow the same path as in the canon timeline. His thoughts were interrupted as he reached the base of the Hokage tower, spotting his team waiting for him.
Kaito eagerly walked over, “yo guys, shikaku sensei“ waving at them and calling out to his sensei.
"Good morning, Kaito-kun," Hotaru greeted him with a warm smile, while Itachi simply nodded in acknowledgement.
Shikaku nodded at them all and beckoned them to follow him into the Hokage's office. Knocking on the door, they heard a muffled "come in" from inside. Shikaku led them into the room with his team following closely behind. As soon as Kaito stepped inside, his eyes fell upon a figure that he had hoped not to see.
