“Kakashi, don’t tell anyone yet, wait until I’m ready.” - Naruto said.

"Don't worry, I understand." - Kakashi said, trying to ease Naruto's anxiety. "And... I'm sorry, I should have been there for you. If I had known earlier, I would have taken you in." Kakashi lowered his head, apologetic in his tone.

It's okay, it's not that bad. If you really took me in, I might not have met Hinata. Naruto smiled faintly.

"Hinata?" Kakashi asked curiously.

"Hinata was kicked out of the Hyuga Clan by her father when she was eight because she was considered too weak. Ever since then, she has lived with me. And, she is my girlfriend." Naruto explained and Kakashi couldn't help but laugh after hearing that.

"If you think of anything dirty again, I won't let you go," Naruto warned.

They kept chatting and time passed by unknowingly.

"Well, Naruto, we'd better go back, it's almost dark outside." Kakashi said.

The next day, everyone quietly enjoyed the breakfast prepared by Jinbo.

"Everyone listen, we will start training after we eat. Zabuza may bring people back, and we need to be prepared. We will take turns protecting Dazna and his family." Kakashi said and everyone nodded.

They continued eating for a few minutes until everyone had finished. Sasuke's injuries had improved enough for him to walk, but he couldn't do any strenuous activities yet.

"Sakura, Sasuke, Inuzuka Kiba, Naruto and Hinata, you come with me for training. Kurenai Yuhi and Shino stay to protect Tsunami and Straw. After the training, I will take some people to the bridge to protect Dazna. Is everyone okay?" Kakashi asked and everyone nodded.

## Training in the Forest ##

"Okay, let's start practicing chakra control now." said Kakashi.

"Chakra control?" Sakura asked curiously.

"Yes, we all know how to use chakra, but you don't know how to control it correctly. Through this practice, you can continue to fight and learn new ninjutsu faster." Kakashi explained.

"Let's practice climbing a tree first," Kakashi said. "Focus your chakra on the soles of your feet, and then walk up the tree. When you can reach the top of the tree twice in a row, we'll move on to the next exercise."

"Like this." Naruto said and started walking towards a tree. He walked to the tree and put his foot on the trunk and started walking up. The other members of Team 7 were shocked to see Naruto walking sideways.

"Oh, Naruto, you're already very skilled." Kakashi said, and Sasuke's teeth were clattering.

"Idiot, how did you do that? Teach me." Sasuke said, but Naruto ignored him.

"Hey, Hinata, I'll learn it in an hour, just watch me." Inuzuka Kiba boasted.

Hinata glared at him impatiently.

"Let's get started. Naruto, Hinata, follow me to the bridge." Kakashi said and they nodded and started walking towards the bridge to protect Dazna.

The sun is shining brightly on the bridge.

Kakashi was reading his porn book and cackling like a lunatic. Naruto shook his head when he saw him pull out the book.

"Hey, Dazna. So bored, can I help?" Naruto asked.

"The more people, the better." Dazna replied. But before he could continue, Naruto gestured and said:

"Shadow Clone Technique!"

Then about 100 clones appeared. Kakashi's eyes widened when he saw that the yellow-haired man could create so many clones.

With the help of Naruto's shadow clones, the work on the bridge is progressing very smoothly. With this, the bridge should be completed within two weeks.

Kado nearly destroyed the town. If their mission is successful and Dazna finishes the bridge, they might be able to recover from it all.

At night, Naruto and Hinata were strolling on the street, looking at the shops and restaurants, trying to choose a place to eat, when they suddenly heard someone making a noise on the street.

"Hurry up, old man. We've told you, you have to pay." said one of Cardo's men.

"B-But I've already paid this month..." - the shopkeeper replied.

"The boss said you shipped a lot of goods this month, so you have to pay more tax." - He said. "If you can't pay, we will take your wife away." - He said proudly and started to beat the man.

When Naruto and Hinata saw this, they immediately punched and kicked, and Cardo's men were beaten up and fled with injuries.

"Summoning jutsu!" - Naruto shouted, and a small black fox with only one tail appeared from the smoke. Its name is Ye Feng, and it is a spy fox that is good at stealth and gathering intelligence.

"Naruto, what do you need from me?" - Ye Feng asked.

"I need you to follow those two men and find out about Cardo."

The fox disappeared in a flash.

## One week later ##

A week passed quickly and they were preparing for the final battle on the bridge.

"Is everyone ready?" - Kakashi asked, and everyone nodded. The fox that Naruto sent to gather intelligence and monitor Kado came to report. The fox found out that Zabuza would attack today because Haku's shoulder injury and Zabuza's chakra had recovered.

"How about we leave Sakura, Hinata and Inuzuka Kiba here. They are good at taijutsu and should be able to deal with the gangsters sent by Cardo. The rest of us can go to the bridge. If necessary, Sasuke and I can deal with Haku, Kakashi-sensei and Kurenai-sensei can deal with Zabuza, and Shino will be responsible for support and protection of Dazna." - Naruto suggested.

"Great, then everyone proceed as planned. Is Dazna ready?" Kakashi asked and Hinata nodded. After all, Dazna would be the bait to attract the enemy.

Everyone started to move. Before leaving, Naruto gave Hinata a gentle kiss and said:

"Good luck, and if you need me, use this ring to contact me." Hinata nodded.

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