Naruto found himself disgusted by the people, had it not caused more problems he would have probably beat the shit out of them. "You know I don't know whether to find it amusing or disgusting," The Sabaku siblings turned to look at the blond as he shook his head. "Why is it that people seem to fear Jinchuuriki when it's others like the former Kazekage who are the ones that create them. It never made sense to me, calling people like Gaara monsters when all people like him are is a bi-product of power hungry fools."
Naruto had spoken the words loud enough that everyone around him could hear them. The blond took the time to note people's expressions, some looked disgruntled or hateful at the comments on their former leader, others had not changed from the fear they exuded of Gaara. But Naruto also noticed a few thoughtful faces amongst the crowd. With some doubt planted in the minds of some perhaps there was hope for some change.
He looked over at the Sabaku siblings and grinned at their shocked expressions, "Well, just stating my thoughts. Sorry."
The rest of the walk was silent as they made their way to the Kazekage Tower. Like everything else the tower was made of sandstone. It was a large dome like structure that was situated in the center of the village.
Within the seal Kyuubi shook her head at the typical Naruto action, 'You know Naruto-kun; that was a very kind thing you did.'
'You think so?' Naruto questioned. 'Well I just figured I should help in some way you know?'
'I know,' Kyuubi said as she thought about her container and his desire to help others. She knew that she would never help another for no reason other than that it was the right thing to do; it actually kind of impressed her. Most beings, herself included were very selfish. 'You continue to impress me. I think for that I'll tell you a little about myself when you come into the seal tonight.'
Naruto perked up at that, 'Really?'
'Of course,' Kyuubi's voice betrayed her amusement.
'Cool,' Naruto looked up and noticed they were entering the Kazekage's office. Showtime.
As the four walked in they saw a man with the standard Suna Jonin outfit, which was basically the same as Konoha's except tan and dark brown instead of blue and green, sitting in the office. He had a veil covering the left side of his face and dark black eyes. Naruto recognized him as the trio's Jonin-sensei.
"Baki-sensei!" Temari said in surprise.
Baki looked up and smiled, "Hello Temari, Kankurou, Gaara, it is good to see you three are well."
Gaara stepped forward a bit, "Likewise sensei, I'm pleased you were not killed during the invasion."
Naruto noticed the slight widening of Baki's eyes, the only sign of him being surprised. However the man was not a Jonin for nothing and covered it up quickly, "Thank you Gaara." The man turned towards Naruto, "I was informed by a carrier hawk that you have the new terms for the alliance."
Naruto nodded as he stepped forward, digging into his pouch and handing the scroll over, "Yep, here it is."
"Thank you," Baki took the scroll and set it on the desk. "The Council will hold a meeting tomorrow in order to go over the terms of our alliance but it may take a day or two before we actually sign it. If you want I can get you a hotel while you wait."
Naruto opened his mouth to accept the offer but Temari decided to interrupt, "Actually you can stay with us if you want."
Her two brothers looked at her in surprise. Naruto did as well, blinking a few times as he registered her words, "Are you sure? I mean I don't want to be a burden or anything."
"You won't be a burden," Gaara said. "I agree with Temari, and we have more than enough room to accommodate you."
Naruto scratched the back of his head and gave a grin, "Well if you guys are sure I wouldn't mind staying. It will be nice not being alone for a change."
"If that is the case then the only thing left for me to do would be to congratulate you three on your promotions." The three Suna ninja looked at Baki in surprise, well Kankurou and Temari did, Gaara just raised an eyebrow as usual. "The three of you did very well, and even though Kankurou did not fight his match we have decided to promote all of you."
"You guys know what that means don't you?" everyone looked at Naruto who had a grin on his face, "We need to have a party to celebrate!"
"Kaki narase sonzai wo
Koko ni iru to...
Arata na tabi ga ima hajimaru"
"Kawari yuku kisetsu no naka wo
Ikinuku tabi ni bokura
Chie to tsuyosa wo te ni ireta kedo"
"Nagareteku jikan no naka ni
Okizari ni shita omoi wo
Wasureta koto sura wasurete ita"
Naruto, Temari and just about everybody else watched in a mixture of amusement and shock as a drunk Kankurou and Gaara sang Karaoke at one of the local bars. Well it was more of Naruto being amused and everyone else being shocked.
The blond looked over at his companion for the moment and grinned, "How come you're not up there with them?"
Temari looked at Naruto and smirked, "Because unlike them I can hold my liquor. Neither Kankurou nor Gaara have ever drank anything before."
"I didn't know you drink?" Naruto took a sip of his sake, relishing the nice slow burn it gave on its way down his throat. He reminded himself that he would have to take the toad boss's offer of a drink when he summoned him the next time.
"I don't often," Temari shrugged, following her fellow blonde's actions. "But I have on occasion during some of my diplomatic missions. I was the only one that was usually sent due to the fact that Gaara was always more than likely to kill who ever hired him and Kankurou well…just look at him."
Naruto did and did not bother holding in the laugh that escaped, "Yeah I can see why you wouldn't want him on a diplomatic mission. Honestly with that makeup and cat suit I'm more afraid of him than I would be of Gaara."
Temari smiled, "That's just because you can beat Gaara."
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