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Naruto's POV
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Since Kin-san was back, Naruto's mood was better. However, Kin-san was gone before he wanted to talk to the ghost. The blond decided to visit Iruka-sensei because he was bored.
Naruto dressed up and walked out of his apartment. The Genin saw Sakura from afar.
"Sakura-chan. Good Morning." Naruto greeted
"Good Morning to you, too, Naruto." Sakura greeted back. "Where are you going, Naruto?" Sakura asked
"Oh, I just want to visit Iruka-sensei. Do you want to join?" Naruto invited
Sakura smiled, "Sure, and I've got nothing to do."
"I guess we're on the same boat, huh." Naruto smiled. "Well, Shall we?"
"Let's go." Sakura and Naruto went together.
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Iruka's POV
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After he finished teaching, Iruka could finally relax. Then, the brunette saw Naruto and Sakura approaching him.
"I told you, Sakura-chan, we can train together so our chemistry improves." Sakura sighed, "Naruto, I appreciate it. But Kakashi-sensei has plans for us three."
"C'mon, Sakura-chan. It's better to get a head start." Naruto insisted
Sakura sighed in defeat, "Fine, as long Sasuke is in."
Naruto was happy, "I'll take it. Tomorrow at nine AM sharp."
"Aye, Captain." Sakura nodded
Iruka chuckled because Naruto and Sakura were getting along, "Sakura, Naruto!" Naruto and Sakura stopped their bickering and looked at Iruka. "What are you two doing here?"
""Iruka-sensei."" Naruto and Sakura said at the same time.
"We want to hang out with you, Sensei." Iruka didn't expect that.
"I don't mind it. But why me?" Iruka asked
"C'mon, Iruka-sensei. What's wrong with spending time with you?"
"It's just-" Before Iruka even finished his sentence.
"Sensei, you have to give yourself credit. I know it sounds cheesy. Without your guidance, we wouldn't understand the fundamentals of becoming Shinobi." Sakura said
"You two." Iruka had never felt this proud since then. "I know Kakashi-sensei is our Jounin instructor. But you are also important to us, Iruka-sensei."
"Aw~ there are tears in your eyes." Naruto teased
Iruka wept tears and pretended it hadn't happened, "Naruto, stand near the tree now!"
Naruto smirked, "You can't punish me, Sensei. I am a graduate. How can you do that?"
Iruka smirked, "Well, I can ask Kakashi-san to send you back to the Academy again."
Naruto became scared, and Sakura laughed, "Are you sure you can do that?"
Iruka's smile got wide, and he did not say anything.
"Oh, come on! We want to hang out with you, but it turns into this." Iruka's wicked smile was gone.
"I'm just kidding, Naruto." Iruka joked, "Not cool, Sensei, not cool."
Iruka chuckled, "So, do you have any place you want to go, Naruto?" Naruto smiled, "No, Naruto. We're not going to Ichiraku." Naruto became sad, and Sakura comforted the blond.
"We should go swimming," Sakura suggested
"That's a great idea, Sakura." Sakura smiled, "How about you, Naruto?"
"I can't swim," Naruto confessed.
"I thought you were the type of guy who goes swimming, Naruto." Naruto wasn't happy Sakura said that. "What makes you say that, Sakura?"
Sakura shrugged, "Because of your skin tan." Naruto growled. "And, besides, I can teach you swimming."
"I don't believe you." Naruto was being stubborn
Sakura looked at Iruka, "Iruka-sensei, It seems Naruto doesn't want to hang out with us."
Iruka smiled, "I guess Sakura and I only go to the local swimming pool. Such a shame."
Iruka and Sakura decided to leave Naruto alone. "Bye, Naruto-kun."
Naruto didn't want to leave behind, "Wait, Sakura-chan, wait."
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Sasuke's POV
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Since Kakashi told Team Seven he would start their first mission next week, Sasuke was bored. He still trained after Kakashi told his team. But Sasuke was frustrated because Kakashi didn't start their first mission the day after his team exam. So, the last of Uchiha decided to spend time with Shino or his team. Also, seeing Hinata was a bonus.
Sasuke saw Team Eight in the park, sitting beside a giant tree. The raven-haired boy approached the team. Then, Shino noticed Sasuke approaching him.
"Oh, it's you, Sasuke," Sasuke smirked. "How long have you been here, Shino?"
Kiba and Hinata realized Sasuke was here after Shino mentioned the Uchiha.
"What are you doing, Sasuke?" Kiba asked
Sasuke shrugged, "I'm bored, to be honest." And Kiba accepted the answer
"Almost an hour has passed since we finished our first mission. How's yours?" Shino answered Sasuke's question.
Sasuke sighed, "Our instructor told us next week we'll get the first mission."
"Do you want to sit down with us?" Shino asked
"Sure, I've got nothing to do so. Yeah." Sasuke sat down beside Shino.
"Sasuke, How's Naruto-kun and Sakura?" Hinata asked
"Oh, I saw them headed to the Academy. And I don't know what they're doing there." Sasuke replied
"I see." Sasuke leaned onto the tree.
"Do you miss your father, Sasuke?" Hinata asked again
Sasuke looked at Hinata, "Why are you suddenly asking me that?"
"I'm curious because you haven't mentioned him since your clan left," Sasuke chuckled. "Of course, I miss him and my brother. I know he attacked the clan. But I can't help but pity Itachi. He's better than me in every way possible. But my parents' love for me is bigger than his."
Hinata smiled sadly, "I'm glad your parents showed their love to you. Unlike mine, I know my father loves me. But his hand has been tight since the older members prefer Hanabi over me." Hinata's hand gripped tighter. "I'm fine with the decision. But what makes me angry is he can't support me as a father." Hinata stood up, "And scolded me to be like Hanabi. And I am not her!" Hinata punched the tree, and she began to cry. "I loved her always. I always told her bed time stories every night. But since father knew her potential. The clan took her away from me and made her like them. I hate them. So, I trained until they accepted me. But Hanabi hates me because she thought I was going to replace her. I told her several times I was not. And she didn't listen to me to this day. And it's unfair."
"Hinata..." Sasuke patted Hinata's shoulder.
"It hurts so bad." Hinata hugged Sasuke.
"Hinata, I don't understand what you've been through. But I feel bad for you. And it's okay you can cry here."
Hinata continued to cry.
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Kin's POV
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Since I was back, I decided to visit the graveyard. Yep, I saw Kakashi.
"Well, hello, Kakashi." I greeted