Freefall (Kakashi HatakeXOC Part1)

Night Of Tragedy

It's been about another six months, and a lot has happened in that time. We lost Rin out on a mission, Minato put Kakashi and I into the ANBU, and apparently Kushina was going to have a baby soon. Did I mention Minato was Hokage now? When he got the position, I was so happy for him. It was his dream to be Hokage one day, and that day finally came for him.

Anyway, right now I'm walking around the village, looking for Kakashi. I wanted to know if he and Gai would want to get something to eat, I was starving. I'm really liking living in the village now, a lot of people have begun to accept me. It makes me happy to know people are trusting me more.

My walk stops as another ANBU member appears in front of me and kneels down. He says,

"You have been summoned by Lord Fourth."

~

As I entered the office, I saw Minato sitting at his desk, he seemed kind of nervous about something. I walked over and kneeled in front of his desk, I ask,

"What was it you wanted to see me for, Sensei?"

"I wanted to have a talk with you, before I left to go get everything prepared for Kushina,"

He replies. Ah, so she's having her baby today, that's great. Minato continues,

"The reason I put you and Kakashi into the ANBU was to take your minds off Obito and Rin, but that doesn't seem to be helping Kakashi much. I've seen you've grown stronger and have grown into quite the beautiful young lady."

I didn't know what to say, what was there to say? He keeps talking,

"Because you joined my team all that time ago, you've been learning new things everyday. There isn't much left for me to teach you, and there are still some things you have to learn on your own. You and Kakashi have been through so much for ones at your ages, and I'm proud of you for sticking through it."

I noticed his bright blue eyes were full of sadness now,

"But with the way we see Kakashi going, I don't think we have a lot of time left to bring him back from the path he's taking. It's one of darkness, and I'm sure you know that, Keira. Which is why I want you to keep an eye on him, he seems to have a soft spot for you."

I lowered my head, he was right and I knew it. I say,

"I understand, may I be excused?"

"You may."

As I stand up, I was glad Minato was still here, he was a father figure to me. Before I leave, I add,

"Thank you so much Mina-Sensei, I'm thankful for everything you've taught me."

Minato smiles and replies,

"It was no trouble. Teachers aren't the only ones doing the teaching, we also learn things from our students. I should be thanking you for being an amazing student."

"That was because of you pushing me forward Sensei."

"I only pushed you because I saw greatness in you. I believe you can be an even greater person than the one you are now. You have to work hard, and sooner than you think, you'll even be able to surpass me one day. I'm sure of it."

I couldn't help the smile that spread across my face,

"Thank you so much, again. I love you and Miss Kushina to death, I wouldn't be here right now if it wasn't for you two."

He flashes me a grin,

"Go find Kakashi, help him onto the right path. I want you to remember there will always be people around that care deeply for you. You aren't alone in this world, no matter what you or anyone else may think."

"Hai, Sensei."

~

I really wish things could have stayed the way they were earlier. All of the younger ninja, including myself, have been barred from the village. It was because someone had taken the Ninetails from Kushina, and released it into the village.

I didn't care though, I wanted to know if she and Minato were alright. Where did they go? And, what happened to them? I could only hope they were fine, I could tell I was shaking with anticipation to know. Kakashi, who was standing on my right, puts a hand on my shoulder.

"Relax, they're fine," he spoke quietly.

I shake my head,

"Sorry, I'm just really worried about them. I can't help it."

There was a loud explosion from close by, a bright light illuminated the area around us. A strong wind blew past, which cause a shiver to run up my spine. I gripped my red scarf tightly, something was really wrong.

~

I couldn't stop the tears that fell down my cheeks as I take my place between Kakashi and Iruka. We, and almost everyone else in the village, were standing in front of a shrine for everyone that lost their lives in the Ninetails attack. Which included Minato and Kushina.

My eyes scanned over the rows of pictures of the victims, why did they have to die? It wasn't fair! It felt like there was a weight on my chest, it hurt. As I looked over the pictures of Minato and Kushina, it got harder to breath.

What's wrong with me? Am I having an anxiety attack?

I...I feel so scared, I don't think I can go on without them. I fell to my knees and my hands grasped feebly at my chest, but that didn't do anything to help.

My vision was going blurry, I...don't know what to do. It hurts...so...so much.

Kakashi kneels down next to me, and puts his arm over me. I leaned against him, I was starting to feel light-headed. He rests his head against mine, and says quietly,

"Everything will be alright, just calm down. I'm here with you, I always will be. I promise."