It seemed that the assassin had decided to give up on the couple. For many days pasted and there was no sign of them.

Kamizaki had gotten into a routine of following Naruto to his training sessions. Kamizaki couldn’t help but laugh at some of the exercises that Naruto preformed they seem slightly juvenile, but hey one man’s trash is another’s treasure only no physical objects were being transferred. It was rather bothering to watch Naruto and not join in. Stretching his legs he yawned as he closed his eyes. Today was going to be another boring day.

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Naruto was getting tired of this he felt like someone was watching him, but it wasn’t friendly eyes. Trying to concentrate he felt his chakra move towards his feet, running at the tree he began his ascent. He knew this was a low level skill but it still held practicality.

Reaching the top Naruto gazed at the view before him. He had always enjoyed the view that was presented from the top of the trees. Shifting his gaze towards the earth he noticed Temari was standing there looking up at him with an amused face.

“Temari-chan what are you doing?”

“What do you mean what am I doing here, you asked me to come out here and train a little.”

Naruto scratched the back of his head in confusion. He had left the house at 6 and hadn’t been home all day. What is going on?

You’re telling me.

“Temari I haven’t been home all day when did I ask you to come out here to train.”

“About ten minutes ago. I was out in the garden and you came home saying you wanted to train with me. Then you rushed out of the house.”

“How could I be in two places at once?”

Then out of seemingly nowhere a voice sounded. “That is a good question young lad.” There was a small explosion. Once the smoked cleared there stood the three cloaked people.

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Up in the tree Kamizaki slept quite peacefully, he could have slept through a building collapsing if he wasn’t inside.

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“The Sato Family,” snarled Naruto.

“Right you are my boy. Now I am here to take your lives for my benefactors can’t have Konoha and Suna forming alliances if things are going to go their way.”

Temari was surprised that this man would give up so much information she wanted to get a little more from him. However Naruto beat her to the punch.

“Who are your benefactors?”

Waving his finger, “My dear boy I can’t tell you that information for that would ruin all of the fun. However I will say this before you die they are very powerful.”

Then it hit her, “Your benefactors are one of the great nations isn’t?”

“Give the young lady a prize. Now for your prize I will have your lives.”

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Kamizaki awoke from where he was resting. Noticing that Naruto wasn’t the only one there anymore. Temari was with him and so was Sato.

“Give the young lady a prize. Now for your prize I will have your lives.”

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Naruto watched as one of the smaller cloak figures walked forward. A petite white hand emerged from the cloak and pointed it was Temari, another hand became visible. This one was pointed at himself.

Then the small cloaked figure disappeared. Looking around he saw Kamizaki kneeling over something on the ground. Attached to the underside of Kamizaki’s wrist was a blade about 6 inches long, coved in blood. Turning to his right he saw Temari looking at Kamizaki with worry in her eyes.

“Kamizaki why did you kill him?”

“He was going to kill you Temari, so I eliminated the threat.” Standing up the body burst into flames. Kamizaki walked away.

“What about the children. Are they to die because of Sato’s death?”

Kamizaki stopped, without turning around he said, “Don’t worry about it.”

Temari looked at Naruto pleadingly. The only thing he could think of doing was hug his wife.

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“So you are saying that they want to invade Fire country. This is not good Kamizaki.” Tsunade looked worried.

“I think all we can do is be prepared and hope it doesn’t come to that, but really we should try to get more allies. That can only help in the end”

Tsunade nodded, “What of our friends?”

“Sato has been eliminated.”

“What about his children?”

Kamizaki smiled, “They never existed.”

“What do you mean?”

“It was his ability to control people and make them see what he wanted them to see, however he saw them because his real family where murdered by the invaders. So he imagines himself with two children as a memory of his family. I have to head back to my village and inform them of these events.

“Kamizaki…” turning he looked at the hokage, “When will we see you next.”

“I don’t know, but I have a feeling that it will be in the not so distant future.”

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Temari woke up to Naruto smiling at her, “Finally awake sleepy head?” Looking into his eyes she could see that he was worried about him. Temari made her move.

Naruto was surprised by her boldness. Naruto had sat up and pulled Temari in for a kiss. It wasn’t unpleasant, but it was unexpected.

“Why don’t you two get a room.” Was said from the door.

The couple broke apart to see Kamizaki leaning in the doorway.

“Shut it Kamizaki,” retorted Temari.

Kamizaki shrugged, “Well I’m heading back home.”

“You’re leaving us?” Naruto looked at him.

“What are you going to miss me Naruto?”

“What would give you that idea?” Kamizaki shrugged and continued to leave. When he had disappeared Naruto turned his attention towards Temari. “So where was I…o yeah right here.” He kissed her again.

Temari finally felt something. It was nice to have this feeling and she would always treasure it. She was Naruto’s and Naruto was hers. She wouldn’t have it any other way.

When she got to the kitchen she found a note. Opening it, it read:

Dear Temari,

I am sorry about my sudden departure. Tsunade will fill you guys in about Sato and the goings of the world. I have a couple of suggestions though. Number One let your emotions out, don’t hold them back. I know what the ninja code says, but you aren’t a ninja all the time (just most of it). Second don’t stay at home, if he goes out training go with him. Third you make a great couple. Both of you are pig headed and strong willed. I hope you continue your journey towards happiness.

Sincerely

Kamizaki

P.S. The eggs were a little burnt on the first day.

Temari smiled at the footnote. He always knew how to get to her.

“Hey Temari-chan I’m going to go train, see you later.”

“Wait Naruto, I’ll come with you.”

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