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I wish they were nightmare's.

"Aahhaaah..." Naruto sighs as he lets himself fall on the couch. "I'm beat... How difficult can it be to find one guy..." Another sigh escapes his lips as his friends sigh along. They have been searching for Sasuke in the region where Naruto last had track of him, though they believe it was Intel Tsunade got and that she was the one who gave them this mission. Right now the gang is gathered in an inn after having been split up to search the city thoroughly.

"I can't believe we have to go through all this trouble for that bastard." Kiba grumbles as he absent mindedly scratches Akamaru behind his ear. "We're better off without him. Better let him rot away in the darkness."

"Shut the fuck up Kiba!" Naruto shouts agitated. "You have no fucking right to say that! The point is that he is alive, unlike what you guys have been-"

"Naruto..." Sakura says warningly as she looks at him with stern eyes and Naruto understands that he shouldn't get worked up to much for the sake of his unborn child. He bites his lip and looks away as he tries to push the tears away that sting in his eyes.

"Kiba, if you say one bad word about Sasuke-kun again..." Kiba swallows hard as Sakura knacks her fingers. Shikamaru just sighs at the sight of it and then looks at Naruto.

"Can't you use Kurama's chakra to scan the area for him?" He asks.

"No I can't." Naruto answers as he keeps staring at the ceiling but doesn't explain further and doesn't realize how a silence falls in the room.

"Why not?" Choji asks as he takes a bite of his sandwich. It remains silent for a while before Naruto sits up. In the meantime Sakura had been thinking on a excuse to save Naruto out of this situation without giving the rest a hint on the baby. She's surprised though when Naruto appears to already have an answer.

"Ever since the war Kurama has been less cooperative. I can't use his chakra as easily as Bee can use Gyuki's." Naruto explains as he stands up and stretches his arms. "Guess it's time to head back."

Kiba raises a brow at that and asks: "Already? Not that I mind, but we've only been away from the village for one and a half week. Normally you'd stay away for months on these searches."

"We have no lead on Sasuke at all." Naruto answers while he picks his backpack from the ground and swings it on his back. "It's best to head back for now until we get some more information about where he could be. He could be anywhere right now. Searching any further would be a waste of time. Trust me, I know what I'm talking about."

Kiba shrugs at Naruto's answer as he packs his things while the rest just nod. They check out of the inn they've been staying at and leave the village after buying something to eat for on the way. They jump through the forest towards Konoha in silence with Naruto in front. Little by little he falls back as they advance their journey home and soon Naruto is the one who is behind the others. When there is a clear distance between him and the group Sakura calls out to the others to hold still.

"Gheh... Maybe we can take a break..." Naruto says as he tries to catch his breath while leaning with his hand against the tree who's branch he is standing on.

"We only just left. You can't be this tired from running such a small distance. You usually don't even know how to stand still." Kiba says on which Sakura glares hatefully at him.

"Sure Naruto. I admit that I don't mind a break either." Naruto smiles gratefully at his pink haired friend who has his back for the second time that day.

They take a break to eat something but Naruto eats less then he normally would have. The reason that he wanted to take a break wasn't because he's hungry, but because he's just really tired. Maybe it wasn't such a good idea to head home after scanning the village through so intensely... Naruto thinks as he has trouble keeping his eyes open.

"Oi~ Naruto." Shikamaru asks causing Naruto to get out of his slumber.

"What?" He asks as he yawns, not noticing the concerned look on Shikamaru's face.

"Are you alright? You haven't eaten all that much." Naruto looks at Shikamaru and then grins as he folds his arms behind his head and leans against a tree.

"I'm fine! Just not really all that hungry I guess." The blond says nonchalantly and Shikamaru decides not to ask any further though he remains suspicious. Shortly after, the group decides to move on though Naruto would rather rest a little longer, but not wanting the others to get suspicious he has no choice.

Once back in Konoha they report to Tsunade and shortly after the group is dismissed leaving Naruto and Sakura the only ones in Tsunade's office. Naruto sighs as he sits down on the couch that stands against the wall in the room. Tsunade raises a brow and sends a quick look at Sakura, who is only looking sadly in Naruto's direction, before she goes to the clearly exhausted blond.

"Naruto. How are you feeling? You're back earlier than I expected you to be..." Tsunade says as she softly sits down beside the young man and looks at him worriedly. Naruto sighs once more with closed eyes before he answers.

"I know... I'm just really so tired. We didn't have a track on Sasuke and, I dunno... I just wanted to go home. Be alone for a little... All I want right now is go home, to bed and sleep for days..." Tsunade can see the dark lines under Naruto's eyes and fears that he pushed himself, and with that the baby, too far. She sighs as she strokes through Naruto's hair before she stands up.

"Then you should do just that. Make sure you eat enough and don't worry too much about your friends. I will do a check up on you tomorrow. I shall visit you around midday so you don't have to come to me. Just make sure that you're up in time tomorrow. Sakura," Tsunade says and turns to the pink haired girl. "Escort Naruto home so no harm will come to him. Report here after."

"Yes, lady Tsunade." Sakura says as she nods before she walks over to Naruto to help him on his feet.

Tsunade sighs and keeps looking worriedly at the now closed door while she has only one certain blond, soon to be father on her mind.

"He really doesn't look so good... Do you think there is something wrong with the baby?" Shizune asks. Tsunade had told her about the situation, knowing that she can thrust her assistant, in case she wouldn't be around and Naruto would need help. She'd also rather have Shizune by her side when the time of the operation comes.

"I don't know. The child could be asking too much of Naruto. Or Naruto hasn't been taking care of himself as good as he should." Tsunade answers as she turns around and walks to her desk where she still has some paperwork to do. You better make it through, brat. If this keeps up I will have to forbid you to search for Sasuke while this child isn't born... And I really don't want to do that to you...
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With one arm over her shoulder Sakura carries her blond friend to his home. She is genuine worried about her friend having seen how easily he's tired and how few he has eaten.

"I'm sorry 'bout this, Sakura-chan." Naruto says as he sadly smiles and tries to lean less on her. "I really appreciate this you know."

"Don't be silly, Naruto. That's what friends do." Sakura answers as Naruto's house gets in sight. "Besides, I promised you and lady Tsunade that I would help you in any way I can." Sakura smiles at Naruto who smiles back at her. They don't notice how a green dressed person is walking their way.

"Oi~ Naruto, Sakura-chan!" Lee says as he walks up to them. "Long time no see. Naruto... A-are you alright? You don't look so well." Lee leans in to Naruto and places a hand on his forehead, then pulls his eyelid up so he can look into his blue eye. With his hands he holds Naruto's jaw and says "Ah." On which Naruto complies. When Lee gets some closer he sniffs some and then quickly backs away.

"Ehr... Lee, what are you doing?" Sakura asks as she looks condemnatory at him which seems to snap Lee out of his thoughts.

"Ah right. Well I know just the remedy for Naruto's illness. It is a most favorite soup that my great grand aunt used to make. Don't worry it's not that hot or spicy. I am sure that it will make you all better!" Lee says as he folds a fist to show his determination. "Naruto, you should get into your bed. Make sure to have plenty pillows and water. Guy-sensei always says that when you sweat a lot it will cleanse the body and you will have less a chance of becoming ill again." Naruto shudders at the thought. All he wants is to get into bed and sleep. Sakura just sighs at Lee's spirited personality and his over optimism. "Now, I will go and get the recipe and ingredients for the soup. I will be right back. Don't worry Naruto, you will be your youthful self again in no time. Sakura-chan and I will see to that!"

"Ah, Lee! Wait!" Sakura says as she sees how Lee is about to turn around and rush off. "I think it is best that Naruto takes some rest for now. That is what he needs. Tsunade will check on him tomorrow, so... Save the soup for another day, okay?" Sakura smiles kindly at Lee who's spirit drops a little, but only for a short moment.

"Alright... Sakura-chan is a great medical ninja after all. You really do know what is best!" Lee grins. "Alright, time to train! Guy-sensei I will make you proud!" And of Lee goes, leaving Naruto and Sakura to shake their heads at his enthusiasm.

"He's a good friend, you know. A little over enthusiastic, but with the best intent." Sakura says with a smile as she carries Naruto to his home. Naruto nods and smiles as he agrees with her.

"It's okay Sakura-chan. I can make it to my bed on my own from here." Naruto says as they enter his home. Sakura lets him go and looks worried at her friend as he lies down on his bed. Naruto doesn't even bother to say goodbye as he turns his back on her, hoping she would just leave, which she eventually does after a little bit of hesitation.

"Damn it..." Naruto softly mumbles to himself as he clings on to his blanket. "Sasuke..." Where the fuck are you?! They don't get it! Only you can understand... Damn it, why can I only find you when I'm drunk?! And I'm not even allowed to drink right now! ...Damn it... Damn it... Naruto thinks as tears flow down his face. Eventually his exhaustion takes him over as he falls in a deep sleep.
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A/N:Naru's wet dream that's readable at my FFN.... (ask for link)
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When Naruto opens his eyes the first thing he notices is the drool on his pillow. The second thing is that his bed is wet with a white substance. The third is his still hard rocket and the yearning for Sasuke to enter him. A dream... A fucking dream... Naruto thinks as he covers himself under the blanket. The smell makes him throw it off though and in order to get fresh air he sits up and swings his legs over his bed. He takes a quick look at the clock and sees that he has a couple of hours before Tsunade comes to check up on him. He quickly stands up, picks along the dirty sheets to put them in the wash machine and heads for the bathroom. He then takes a shower where he takes care of his 'problem'while thinking about Sasuke. Damn I'm so horney lately... I really wish I could get laid... But I only want Sasuke... Naruto thinks as he dries himself of.

After cleaning up he gets dressed and takes a look at what is in his fridge. Strangely enough he doesn't feel like eating ramen and picks out some bread, not even bothering to put something on it. He lazily sits at the kitchen table as he slowly eats his breakfast, not having that much of an appetite, and thinks about the one person he misses the most.

Naruto is shaken up from his thoughts as he hears knocking on his door and opens it to let Tsunade in. They sit down at the kitchen table and Tsunade can't help but to get really worried about Naruto. He looks awful and the atmosphere around him is just depressing... Tsunade thinks as she observes him.

"Naruto." Tsunade says and Naruto looks up at her having his head on his folded arms on the table. He sees the worry in her eyes and rises a brow.

"What is it, baa-chan?" Naruto asks and Tsunade sighs.

"What have you eaten today?"

"Eh?" Naruto says confused as he sits up. "Some... bread. Why would you ask me that?" Tsunade sighs at Naruto's reply.

"Naruto, lately you haven't been acting like yourself. You're supposed to eat a lot and I'm going to be straight with you to say that you just look awful." Tsunade lectures him. " It's not healthy, Naruto. Not for you nor for your child. If you want this baby to live a healthy life, I'd suggest you'd work a little harder on taking care of it."

A silence falls after Tsunade's lecture and Naruto slowly lays a hand on his stomach. He can clearly feel how it has grown quite a bit and it is almost visible through his clothes. Tears sting in his eyes and he sniffs as he tries to wipe them away.

"Naruto... I'm just worried about you... You used to love this child so much and be so protective about it. What's wrong, Naruto? You know you can tell me anything." Tsunade says as her eyes sadden. She just hates it to see her favorite blond in so much pain.

"I-I'm sorry... I never intended to hurt my child... I-I'm so sorry..." Naruto sobs to Tsunade as well as his unborn child. "I don't know what is wrong with me... I-I can't stop thinking about him... I w-want him... I miss him so bad... so much..."

Naruto tries to wipe away the tears that just keep coming. The pain in his chest is just so strong, stronger than any pain he's ever felt before. He's heartbroken... Tsunade thinks as she looks at the desperate blond.

"I-I dream of him... Almost every night... And I wish they were nightmares cuss then at least I'd be relieved when I wake up... B-but now I'm only disappointed t-to find out that he isn't here!" Naruto shouts as he sways with his hand while he holds his shirt with the other hand, there where his aching heart is. "Nobody gets it... N-nobody unders-stands... What it is t-that I'm going through... Fucking side effects of this pregnancy doesn't make it easier..." Naruto sniffs as he avoids Tsunade's eyes. He is surprised though when Tsunade walks over to him and embraces him gently.

"Damn Uchiha really got to you bad huh, brat?" Tsunade softly says and Naruto nods as he returns the hug tightly, wanting Tsunade to understand the pain he is going through. "Don't worry, Naruto, I will see to it that we find him. But you have to promise me something."

"What..?" Naruto asks as they let go of each other and Naruto sniffs.

"Promise me that you will properly take care of the child you love so much. There isn't a guarantee that Sasuke will find his way back to you, but this child is from the both of you and will be a part of your life as long as you live. But only you can give him or her that chance." Naruto nods as he looks in Tsunade's eyes and stands up.

"I promise. I won't let anything happen to our child. I'm sure Sasuke wouldn't forgive me if I screw this up. This child..." Naruto says as he lays a hand on his stomach. "..will have the best life it can get. Whether I have to take care of it on my own or not." Tsunade is relieved to see the determination and love for his child in Naruto's eyes again. She nods approvingly and gestures Naruto to sit on the table and to pull his shirt up.

"Sakura told me about the things Kiba said." Tsunade says as she examines Naruto's stomach, trying to find out the condition of his child. "You're three and a half month pregnant and your child seems to be healthy. Most people inform their friends about it around this time." Tsunade takes a step back and Naruto lowers his shirt as he considers the option Tsunade gave him.

"I guess I could... But not just yet. If I really look as awful as I feel and as you say I do, they'd only get worried and they'd doubt whether I can really take care of my child. And, as usual, the first step to recovery is by eating a good meal." Naruto says and grins as he stands up from the table. "Wanna join me, baa-chan? I'll pay!"

Tsunade just chuckles at that and shakes her head. "I've got plenty other work lying around, brat. I'm sure some of your other friends are willing to take up that offer."

Naruto just shrugs at that as he says; "Maybe... Guess I'll see who crosses my path." He leads Tsunade out and takes in the fresh evening air before he sets out to search for a restaurant where he can order a big, healthy meal for not too much. Determined to better his own well being and with that the well being of his child, no matter how much his bleeding heart hurts.
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"Are you sure about this?" Sakura asks Naruto as they walk to the inn where they hired a room for all their friends to meet.

"Yes, Sakura-chan. If I delay it any longer they will be able to guess it." Naruto answers as they enter the inn and walk through the halls to the right room.

"Know that I'll be there with you, Naruto. I've got your back in this." Sakura says as she shortly touches Naruto's shoulder who nods as a reply. He takes a deep breath before he opens the door.

"Ah, look who finally decided to show up!" Kiba says as he smiles at Naruto. "About time, blondy. Here, take a beer." Naruto catches the bottle Kiba has thrown at him.

"It's only midday, Kiba. Besides I only drink when I really have to." Naruto says as he puts the bottle on the table that stands in the middle of the room and sits down beside Shikamaru while Sakura sits down across the table next to Kiba. Lee, Tenten, Hinata, Shino, Ino, Choji and Sai are also present in the room.

"Feeling better?" Shikamaru asks as he nips from his tea while Sakura fills a cup for Naruto and one for herself.

"Ah, yeah. Thanks for asking and sorry if I worried ya. Gheheh." Naruto grins apologetically while he scratches behind his head.

"You weren't feeling well?" Ino asks. "That's not something for you. Kurama heals you normally up, right?"

That doesn't count for a broken heart though... Naruto thinks before he answers. "Kurama heals my wounds, but he can't cure illnesses. This was nothing to worry about though." Naruto nips from his tea before he puts it down and takes a deep breath. "There is something I need to tell you guys..." Naruto says, gaining the full attention of all his friends, and looks them in the eyes one by one. A small smile spreads on his lips.

"Well? What is it?" Tenten asks and Naruto can read the worry on the faces of his friends. Naruto takes another deep breath as he searches for the words to begin.

"What I've got to tell you will probably be hard to believe... I want you guys to hear me out and to listen with an open mind." His friends nod as Naruto looks at them and he takes his time to remember what he intended to say. "About four months ago I lost my virginity while being drunk. I don't remember much of it anymore, all I know is that I did enjoy it... Couple of weeks after I started to throw up every morning so I went back to Konoha to ask Baa-chan for her help... S-she could only get to one conclusion... That apparently I was pregnant..." Naruto doesn't dare to look up at his friends but the silent gasps he hears are enough to make him more nervous and so he quickly continues his story. "I-I asked Kurama about it and apparently he is capable of using the DNA from someone else to combine it with mine and so get me pregnant..."

The silence that falls is almost touchable as Naruto keeps his head down, afraid to see disapproving looks on the faces of his friends.

"Y-you're kidding right?" Kiba asks in disbelief.

"He's not." Sakura says while she picks up her cup of tea. "I thought so to when Naruto first told me. But Tsunade-sama confirmed it as well. Naruto is four months pregnant now and as a medical ninja I can see the difference clearly."

"I guess it explains some things." Shikamaru says, breaking the short silence that fell after Sakura's words. "You seemed more exhausted than usual and I guess that this is also the reason why you can't use Kurama's chakra."

Naruto shyly smiles at Shikamaru and nods, glad that he understands.

"And your sure that you weren't forced into anything?" Ino asks and the worry re-appears on the faces of Naruto's friends as they wait anxiously for his answer.

"I'm sure." Naruto sighs. "Really, I might have been drunk pretty bad, I would never let myself get raped, you know." Naruto stares in his tea and a blush appears on his cheeks as he continues. "I enjoyed it... I might even have been the one who started it..." He softly says and quickly takes a nip of his tea.

"I knew you had a thing for guys. Apparently I was right to think that you didn't have one." Sai comments with a fake smile on his face on which Naruto chokes out all the tea he had in his mouth.

"W-What... Y-You... Damn it! Just shut the fuck up, Sai!" Naruto says as he hits the table with a bright red face. The rest of the group starts to laugh or smile at Naruto's reaction.

"So tell us, Naruto. What did he look like? Do you still have contact with him?" Tenten asks and the rest of the group appears to be all ears as well. Naruto swallows hard as he backs away a little and slightly panics on the inside. Sakura is watching him curiously as well, wanting to know the answer to of course.

"Eh... Well, you see... It was kind of dark, so I couldn't really tell." Naruto says and sighs before he continues. "And no, I don't have contact with him. It was a one night stand. Don't even know the guys name." Naruto swallows hard as he ignores the guilt and pain in his chest when he tells the lie.

"That's too bad... What gender will it be?" Choji asks before he takes a bite of his sandwich.

"I... I don't know..." Naruto says as he slightly blushes and lays his hand on his rounding belly.

"You don't?" Sakura asks surprised. "I could find out for you, you know." She holds her hand up and shoves closer towards Naruto who shoves back a little.

"N-No, Sakura-chan. It's alright. I'm fine with both so... I'd rather be surprised." Naruto says while smiling apologetically. I don't want to find out without Sasuke being there... I want to share the surprise and joy we feel when we find out... Naruto thinks as he feels the pain in his chest tighten.

"Are you sure? It would be better to find out before the baby is born so you can buy the right stuff and all..." Sakura says with a worried look on her face. "Not to mention that you also should think of a name. The birth-cards would need to be picked, clothes, a baby room... It is really important you know..."

"I don't want to Sakura!" Naruto shouts angrily. With each sample that she gave he had imagined himself doing that with Sasuke. Preparing it all with Sasuke. The entire room is silent. They all know by now that whenever Naruto calls Sakura by just her name, he is dead serious and mostly angry.

"Alright... I'm sorry, I won't force you into anything, Naruto..." Sakura softly says as she avoids her eyes and picks up her cup of tea to drink some of it. It remains silent for a bit longer before Naruto takes a deep breath and brings up the courage to speak again.

"I'm sorry too... I know you only want what is best for me and my child... Shouldn't have yelled at you like that..."

"It's okay. I'm already used to your mood-swings by now." They both look at each other and smile for a bit. "There is still plenty of time. Come to me, or Lady Tsunade whenever you're ready to find out."

"Mood-swings, really?" Kiba says with an arched brow. "Must suck. At least explains why you're so easily agitated lately." Naruto sighs wirily as he rests with his chin on his folded up arms that are on the table.

"Ghah... You have no idea..." Naruto says while staring over the table. "Feels like my emotions are all over the place sometimes... And I really don't like cleaning up." He chuckles softly and his friends smile and laugh along.

"Does this mean that the search to Sasuke will be delayed? Would be rather logical." Shino says softly. On which Naruto shakes his head.

"No. Not when we have evidence that he is close by. After all these years we finally get a hint of where he could be. I'm not gonna mess this up." Naruto says with a low voice. "I have to find him. Even if it's just to see the look on his face when he sees I'm pregnant." Naruto laughs and most of his friends join in.

To be continued...
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I'm sooo sorry for the wait and if this was somewhat crappy... I'm not really proud bout this chap... fighting with a writersblock...

Next chapter will be Sasuke's POV again. And the part you guys all have been waitin for is coming close already!

I already typed most of that part out, So you guys really aren't the only ones lookin forward to it! (I even read it over and over gain )

Anyway, the more reviews I get the more I feel like writing further. You guys can keep remainding me to continue this story and so upload faster!

I would also like to hear your opinion on a part I'm really wavering about. How would you guys like the answer to be on Choji's question? What gender will it be?

Next part: Reunion.

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I wish they were nightmare's.

"Aahhaaah..." Naruto sighs as he lets himself fall on the couch. "I'm beat... How difficult can it be to find one guy..." Another sigh escapes his lips as his friends sigh along. They have been searching for Sasuke in the region where Naruto last had track of him, though they believe it was Intel Tsunade got and that she was the one who gave them this mission. Right now the gang is gathered in an inn after having been split up to search the city thoroughly.

"I can't believe we have to go through all this trouble for that bastard." Kiba grumbles as he absent mindedly scratches Akamaru behind his ear. "We're better off without him. Better let him rot away in the darkness."

"Shut the fuck up Kiba!" Naruto shouts agitated. "You have no fucking right to say that! The point is that he is alive, unlike what you guys have been-"

"Naruto..." Sakura says warningly as she looks at him with stern eyes and Naruto understands that he shouldn't get worked up to much for the sake of his unborn child. He bites his lip and looks away as he tries to push the tears away that sting in his eyes.

"Kiba, if you say one bad word about Sasuke-kun again..." Kiba swallows hard as Sakura knacks her fingers. Shikamaru just sighs at the sight of it and then looks at Naruto.

"Can't you use Kurama's chakra to scan the area for him?" He asks.

"No I can't." Naruto answers as he keeps staring at the ceiling but doesn't explain further and doesn't realize how a silence falls in the room.

"Why not?" Choji asks as he takes a bite of his sandwich. It remains silent for a while before Naruto sits up. In the meantime Sakura had been thinking on a excuse to save Naruto out of this situation without giving the rest a hint on the baby. She's surprised though when Naruto appears to already have an answer.

"Ever since the war Kurama has been less cooperative. I can't use his chakra as easily as Bee can use Gyuki's." Naruto explains as he stands up and stretches his arms. "Guess it's time to head back."

Kiba raises a brow at that and asks: "Already? Not that I mind, but we've only been away from the village for one and a half week. Normally you'd stay away for months on these searches."

"We have no lead on Sasuke at all." Naruto answers while he picks his backpack from the ground and swings it on his back. "It's best to head back for now until we get some more information about where he could be. He could be anywhere right now. Searching any further would be a waste of time. Trust me, I know what I'm talking about."

Kiba shrugs at Naruto's answer as he packs his things while the rest just nod. They check out of the inn they've been staying at and leave the village after buying something to eat for on the way. They jump through the forest towards Konoha in silence with Naruto in front. Little by little he falls back as they advance their journey home and soon Naruto is the one who is behind the others. When there is a clear distance between him and the group Sakura calls out to the others to hold still.

"Gheh... Maybe we can take a break..." Naruto says as he tries to catch his breath while leaning with his hand against the tree who's branch he is standing on.

"We only just left. You can't be this tired from running such a small distance. You usually don't even know how to stand still." Kiba says on which Sakura glares hatefully at him.

"Sure Naruto. I admit that I don't mind a break either." Naruto smiles gratefully at his pink haired friend who has his back for the second time that day.

They take a break to eat something but Naruto eats less then he normally would have. The reason that he wanted to take a break wasn't because he's hungry, but because he's just really tired. Maybe it wasn't such a good idea to head home after scanning the village through so intensely... Naruto thinks as he has trouble keeping his eyes open.

"Oi~ Naruto." Shikamaru asks causing Naruto to get out of his slumber.

"What?" He asks as he yawns, not noticing the concerned look on Shikamaru's face.

"Are you alright? You haven't eaten all that much." Naruto looks at Shikamaru and then grins as he folds his arms behind his head and leans against a tree.

"I'm fine! Just not really all that hungry I guess." The blond says nonchalantly and Shikamaru decides not to ask any further though he remains suspicious. Shortly after, the group decides to move on though Naruto would rather rest a little longer, but not wanting the others to get suspicious he has no choice.

Once back in Konoha they report to Tsunade and shortly after the group is dismissed leaving Naruto and Sakura the only ones in Tsunade's office. Naruto sighs as he sits down on the couch that stands against the wall in the room. Tsunade raises a brow and sends a quick look at Sakura, who is only looking sadly in Naruto's direction, before she goes to the clearly exhausted blond.

"Naruto. How are you feeling? You're back earlier than I expected you to be..." Tsunade says as she softly sits down beside the young man and looks at him worriedly. Naruto sighs once more with closed eyes before he answers.

"I know... I'm just really so tired. We didn't have a track on Sasuke and, I dunno... I just wanted to go home. Be alone for a little... All I want right now is go home, to bed and sleep for days..." Tsunade can see the dark lines under Naruto's eyes and fears that he pushed himself, and with that the baby, too far. She sighs as she strokes through Naruto's hair before she stands up.

"Then you should do just that. Make sure you eat enough and don't worry too much about your friends. I will do a check up on you tomorrow. I shall visit you around midday so you don't have to come to me. Just make sure that you're up in time tomorrow. Sakura," Tsunade says and turns to the pink haired girl. "Escort Naruto home so no harm will come to him. Report here after."

"Yes, lady Tsunade." Sakura says as she nods before she walks over to Naruto to help him on his feet.

Tsunade sighs and keeps looking worriedly at the now closed door while she has only one certain blond, soon to be father on her mind.

"He really doesn't look so good... Do you think there is something wrong with the baby?" Shizune asks. Tsunade had told her about the situation, knowing that she can thrust her assistant, in case she wouldn't be around and Naruto would need help. She'd also rather have Shizune by her side when the time of the operation comes.

"I don't know. The child could be asking too much of Naruto. Or Naruto hasn't been taking care of himself as good as he should." Tsunade answers as she turns around and walks to her desk where she still has some paperwork to do. You better make it through, brat. If this keeps up I will have to forbid you to search for Sasuke while this child isn't born... And I really don't want to do that to you...
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With one arm over her shoulder Sakura carries her blond friend to his home. She is genuine worried about her friend having seen how easily he's tired and how few he has eaten.

"I'm sorry 'bout this, Sakura-chan." Naruto says as he sadly smiles and tries to lean less on her. "I really appreciate this you know."

"Don't be silly, Naruto. That's what friends do." Sakura answers as Naruto's house gets in sight. "Besides, I promised you and lady Tsunade that I would help you in any way I can." Sakura smiles at Naruto who smiles back at her. They don't notice how a green dressed person is walking their way.

"Oi~ Naruto, Sakura-chan!" Lee says as he walks up to them. "Long time no see. Naruto... A-are you alright? You don't look so well." Lee leans in to Naruto and places a hand on his forehead, then pulls his eyelid up so he can look into his blue eye. With his hands he holds Naruto's jaw and says "Ah." On which Naruto complies. When Lee gets some closer he sniffs some and then quickly backs away.

"Ehr... Lee, what are you doing?" Sakura asks as she looks condemnatory at him which seems to snap Lee out of his thoughts.

"Ah right. Well I know just the remedy for Naruto's illness. It is a most favorite soup that my great grand aunt used to make. Don't worry it's not that hot or spicy. I am sure that it will make you all better!" Lee says as he folds a fist to show his determination. "Naruto, you should get into your bed. Make sure to have plenty pillows and water. Guy-sensei always says that when you sweat a lot it will cleanse the body and you will have less a chance of becoming ill again." Naruto shudders at the thought. All he wants is to get into bed and sleep. Sakura just sighs at Lee's spirited personality and his over optimism. "Now, I will go and get the recipe and ingredients for the soup. I will be right back. Don't worry Naruto, you will be your youthful self again in no time. Sakura-chan and I will see to that!"

"Ah, Lee! Wait!" Sakura says as she sees how Lee is about to turn around and rush off. "I think it is best that Naruto takes some rest for now. That is what he needs. Tsunade will check on him tomorrow, so... Save the soup for another day, okay?" Sakura smiles kindly at Lee who's spirit drops a little, but only for a short moment.

"Alright... Sakura-chan is a great medical ninja after all. You really do know what is best!" Lee grins. "Alright, time to train! Guy-sensei I will make you proud!" And of Lee goes, leaving Naruto and Sakura to shake their heads at his enthusiasm.

"He's a good friend, you know. A little over enthusiastic, but with the best intent." Sakura says with a smile as she carries Naruto to his home. Naruto nods and smiles as he agrees with her.

"It's okay Sakura-chan. I can make it to my bed on my own from here." Naruto says as they enter his home. Sakura lets him go and looks worried at her friend as he lies down on his bed. Naruto doesn't even bother to say goodbye as he turns his back on her, hoping she would just leave, which she eventually does after a little bit of hesitation.

"Damn it..." Naruto softly mumbles to himself as he clings on to his blanket. "Sasuke..." Where the fuck are you?! They don't get it! Only you can understand... Damn it, why can I only find you when I'm drunk?! And I'm not even allowed to drink right now! ...Damn it... Damn it... Naruto thinks as tears flow down his face. Eventually his exhaustion takes him over as he falls in a deep sleep.
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A/N:Naru's wet dream that's readable at my FFN.... (ask for link)
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When Naruto opens his eyes the first thing he notices is the drool on his pillow. The second thing is that his bed is wet with a white substance. The third is his still hard rocket and the yearning for Sasuke to enter him. A dream... A fucking dream... Naruto thinks as he covers himself under the blanket. The smell makes him throw it off though and in order to get fresh air he sits up and swings his legs over his bed. He takes a quick look at the clock and sees that he has a couple of hours before Tsunade comes to check up on him. He quickly stands up, picks along the dirty sheets to put them in the wash machine and heads for the bathroom. He then takes a shower where he takes care of his 'problem'while thinking about Sasuke. Damn I'm so horney lately... I really wish I could get laid... But I only want Sasuke... Naruto thinks as he dries himself of.

After cleaning up he gets dressed and takes a look at what is in his fridge. Strangely enough he doesn't feel like eating ramen and picks out some bread, not even bothering to put something on it. He lazily sits at the kitchen table as he slowly eats his breakfast, not having that much of an appetite, and thinks about the one person he misses the most.

Naruto is shaken up from his thoughts as he hears knocking on his door and opens it to let Tsunade in. They sit down at the kitchen table and Tsunade can't help but to get really worried about Naruto. He looks awful and the atmosphere around him is just depressing... Tsunade thinks as she observes him.

"Naruto." Tsunade says and Naruto looks up at her having his head on his folded arms on the table. He sees the worry in her eyes and rises a brow.

"What is it, baa-chan?" Naruto asks and Tsunade sighs.

"What have you eaten today?"

"Eh?" Naruto says confused as he sits up. "Some... bread. Why would you ask me that?" Tsunade sighs at Naruto's reply.

"Naruto, lately you haven't been acting like yourself. You're supposed to eat a lot and I'm going to be straight with you to say that you just look awful." Tsunade lectures him. " It's not healthy, Naruto. Not for you nor for your child. If you want this baby to live a healthy life, I'd suggest you'd work a little harder on taking care of it."

A silence falls after Tsunade's lecture and Naruto slowly lays a hand on his stomach. He can clearly feel how it has grown quite a bit and it is almost visible through his clothes. Tears sting in his eyes and he sniffs as he tries to wipe them away.

"Naruto... I'm just worried about you... You used to love this child so much and be so protective about it. What's wrong, Naruto? You know you can tell me anything." Tsunade says as her eyes sadden. She just hates it to see her favorite blond in so much pain.

"I-I'm sorry... I never intended to hurt my child... I-I'm so sorry..." Naruto sobs to Tsunade as well as his unborn child. "I don't know what is wrong with me... I-I can't stop thinking about him... I w-want him... I miss him so bad... so much..."

Naruto tries to wipe away the tears that just keep coming. The pain in his chest is just so strong, stronger than any pain he's ever felt before. He's heartbroken... Tsunade thinks as she looks at the desperate blond.

"I-I dream of him... Almost every night... And I wish they were nightmares cuss then at least I'd be relieved when I wake up... B-but now I'm only disappointed t-to find out that he isn't here!" Naruto shouts as he sways with his hand while he holds his shirt with the other hand, there where his aching heart is. "Nobody gets it... N-nobody unders-stands... What it is t-that I'm going through... Fucking side effects of this pregnancy doesn't make it easier..." Naruto sniffs as he avoids Tsunade's eyes. He is surprised though when Tsunade walks over to him and embraces him gently.

"Damn Uchiha really got to you bad huh, brat?" Tsunade softly says and Naruto nods as he returns the hug tightly, wanting Tsunade to understand the pain he is going through. "Don't worry, Naruto, I will see to it that we find him. But you have to promise me something."

"What..?" Naruto asks as they let go of each other and Naruto sniffs.

"Promise me that you will properly take care of the child you love so much. There isn't a guarantee that Sasuke will find his way back to you, but this child is from the both of you and will be a part of your life as long as you live. But only you can give him or her that chance." Naruto nods as he looks in Tsunade's eyes and stands up.

"I promise. I won't let anything happen to our child. I'm sure Sasuke wouldn't forgive me if I screw this up. This child..." Naruto says as he lays a hand on his stomach. "..will have the best life it can get. Whether I have to take care of it on my own or not." Tsunade is relieved to see the determination and love for his child in Naruto's eyes again. She nods approvingly and gestures Naruto to sit on the table and to pull his shirt up.

"Sakura told me about the things Kiba said." Tsunade says as she examines Naruto's stomach, trying to find out the condition of his child. "You're three and a half month pregnant and your child seems to be healthy. Most people inform their friends about it around this time." Tsunade takes a step back and Naruto lowers his shirt as he considers the option Tsunade gave him.

"I guess I could... But not just yet. If I really look as awful as I feel and as you say I do, they'd only get worried and they'd doubt whether I can really take care of my child. And, as usual, the first step to recovery is by eating a good meal." Naruto says and grins as he stands up from the table. "Wanna join me, baa-chan? I'll pay!"

Tsunade just chuckles at that and shakes her head. "I've got plenty other work lying around, brat. I'm sure some of your other friends are willing to take up that offer."

Naruto just shrugs at that as he says; "Maybe... Guess I'll see who crosses my path." He leads Tsunade out and takes in the fresh evening air before he sets out to search for a restaurant where he can order a big, healthy meal for not too much. Determined to better his own well being and with that the well being of his child, no matter how much his bleeding heart hurts.
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"Are you sure about this?" Sakura asks Naruto as they walk to the inn where they hired a room for all their friends to meet.

"Yes, Sakura-chan. If I delay it any longer they will be able to guess it." Naruto answers as they enter the inn and walk through the halls to the right room.

"Know that I'll be there with you, Naruto. I've got your back in this." Sakura says as she shortly touches Naruto's shoulder who nods as a reply. He takes a deep breath before he opens the door.

"Ah, look who finally decided to show up!" Kiba says as he smiles at Naruto. "About time, blondy. Here, take a beer." Naruto catches the bottle Kiba has thrown at him.

"It's only midday, Kiba. Besides I only drink when I really have to." Naruto says as he puts the bottle on the table that stands in the middle of the room and sits down beside Shikamaru while Sakura sits down across the table next to Kiba. Lee, Tenten, Hinata, Shino, Ino, Choji and Sai are also present in the room.

"Feeling better?" Shikamaru asks as he nips from his tea while Sakura fills a cup for Naruto and one for herself.

"Ah, yeah. Thanks for asking and sorry if I worried ya. Gheheh." Naruto grins apologetically while he scratches behind his head.

"You weren't feeling well?" Ino asks. "That's not something for you. Kurama heals you normally up, right?"

That doesn't count for a broken heart though... Naruto thinks before he answers. "Kurama heals my wounds, but he can't cure illnesses. This was nothing to worry about though." Naruto nips from his tea before he puts it down and takes a deep breath. "There is something I need to tell you guys..." Naruto says, gaining the full attention of all his friends, and looks them in the eyes one by one. A small smile spreads on his lips.

"Well? What is it?" Tenten asks and Naruto can read the worry on the faces of his friends. Naruto takes another deep breath as he searches for the words to begin.

"What I've got to tell you will probably be hard to believe... I want you guys to hear me out and to listen with an open mind." His friends nod as Naruto looks at them and he takes his time to remember what he intended to say. "About four months ago I lost my virginity while being drunk. I don't remember much of it anymore, all I know is that I did enjoy it... Couple of weeks after I started to throw up every morning so I went back to Konoha to ask Baa-chan for her help... S-she could only get to one conclusion... That apparently I was pregnant..." Naruto doesn't dare to look up at his friends but the silent gasps he hears are enough to make him more nervous and so he quickly continues his story. "I-I asked Kurama about it and apparently he is capable of using the DNA from someone else to combine it with mine and so get me pregnant..."

The silence that falls is almost touchable as Naruto keeps his head down, afraid to see disapproving looks on the faces of his friends.

"Y-you're kidding right?" Kiba asks in disbelief.

"He's not." Sakura says while she picks up her cup of tea. "I thought so to when Naruto first told me. But Tsunade-sama confirmed it as well. Naruto is four months pregnant now and as a medical ninja I can see the difference clearly."

"I guess it explains some things." Shikamaru says, breaking the short silence that fell after Sakura's words. "You seemed more exhausted than usual and I guess that this is also the reason why you can't use Kurama's chakra."

Naruto shyly smiles at Shikamaru and nods, glad that he understands.

"And your sure that you weren't forced into anything?" Ino asks and the worry re-appears on the faces of Naruto's friends as they wait anxiously for his answer.

"I'm sure." Naruto sighs. "Really, I might have been drunk pretty bad, I would never let myself get raped, you know." Naruto stares in his tea and a blush appears on his cheeks as he continues. "I enjoyed it... I might even have been the one who started it..." He softly says and quickly takes a nip of his tea.

"I knew you had a thing for guys. Apparently I was right to think that you didn't have one." Sai comments with a fake smile on his face on which Naruto chokes out all the tea he had in his mouth.

"W-What... Y-You... Damn it! Just shut the fuck up, Sai!" Naruto says as he hits the table with a bright red face. The rest of the group starts to laugh or smile at Naruto's reaction.

"So tell us, Naruto. What did he look like? Do you still have contact with him?" Tenten asks and the rest of the group appears to be all ears as well. Naruto swallows hard as he backs away a little and slightly panics on the inside. Sakura is watching him curiously as well, wanting to know the answer to of course.

"Eh... Well, you see... It was kind of dark, so I couldn't really tell." Naruto says and sighs before he continues. "And no, I don't have contact with him. It was a one night stand. Don't even know the guys name." Naruto swallows hard as he ignores the guilt and pain in his chest when he tells the lie.

"That's too bad... What gender will it be?" Choji asks before he takes a bite of his sandwich.

"I... I don't know..." Naruto says as he slightly blushes and lays his hand on his rounding belly.

"You don't?" Sakura asks surprised. "I could find out for you, you know." She holds her hand up and shoves closer towards Naruto who shoves back a little.

"N-No, Sakura-chan. It's alright. I'm fine with both so... I'd rather be surprised." Naruto says while smiling apologetically. I don't want to find out without Sasuke being there... I want to share the surprise and joy we feel when we find out... Naruto thinks as he feels the pain in his chest tighten.

"Are you sure? It would be better to find out before the baby is born so you can buy the right stuff and all..." Sakura says with a worried look on her face. "Not to mention that you also should think of a name. The birth-cards would need to be picked, clothes, a baby room... It is really important you know..."

"I don't want to Sakura!" Naruto shouts angrily. With each sample that she gave he had imagined himself doing that with Sasuke. Preparing it all with Sasuke. The entire room is silent. They all know by now that whenever Naruto calls Sakura by just her name, he is dead serious and mostly angry.

"Alright... I'm sorry, I won't force you into anything, Naruto..." Sakura softly says as she avoids her eyes and picks up her cup of tea to drink some of it. It remains silent for a bit longer before Naruto takes a deep breath and brings up the courage to speak again.

"I'm sorry too... I know you only want what is best for me and my child... Shouldn't have yelled at you like that..."

"It's okay. I'm already used to your mood-swings by now." They both look at each other and smile for a bit. "There is still plenty of time. Come to me, or Lady Tsunade whenever you're ready to find out."

"Mood-swings, really?" Kiba says with an arched brow. "Must suck. At least explains why you're so easily agitated lately." Naruto sighs wirily as he rests with his chin on his folded up arms that are on the table.

"Ghah... You have no idea..." Naruto says while staring over the table. "Feels like my emotions are all over the place sometimes... And I really don't like cleaning up." He chuckles softly and his friends smile and laugh along.

"Does this mean that the search to Sasuke will be delayed? Would be rather logical." Shino says softly. On which Naruto shakes his head.

"No. Not when we have evidence that he is close by. After all these years we finally get a hint of where he could be. I'm not gonna mess this up." Naruto says with a low voice. "I have to find him. Even if it's just to see the look on his face when he sees I'm pregnant." Naruto laughs and most of his friends join in.

To be continued...
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I'm sooo sorry for the wait and if this was somewhat crappy... I'm not really proud bout this chap... fighting with a writersblock...

Next chapter will be Sasuke's POV again. And the part you guys all have been waitin for is coming close already!

I already typed most of that part out, So you guys really aren't the only ones lookin forward to it! (I even read it over and over gain )

Anyway, the more reviews I get the more I feel like writing further. You guys can keep remainding me to continue this story and so upload faster!

I would also like to hear your opinion on a part I'm really wavering about. How would you guys like the answer to be on Choji's question? What gender will it be?

Next part: Reunion.