When He Met Her ( Kakashi x Reader ), Book 2 - Season 3

Chapter 21

Kakashi had been running through the winter like forest, but not with the team he had put together to find you. He was with Naruto and Yamato, following the Hidden Cloud ninja so Naruto could speak to the Raikage. He wanted to convince the Raikage that Sasuke is being manipulated by Tobi, and possibly convince him into forgiving Sasuke.

Naruto tried to convince Kakashi to continue the mission to save his sister, but he couldn't. Due to the sudden dismissal of Tsunade's title of Hokage and Danzo being named the new 6th Hokage, Kakashi's plan to save (Name) was stopped before he could even start it. They tried reasoning with Danzo, mentioning that (Name) was also an important Jinchuuriki that the Akatsuki had been tracking down but Danzo only dismissed the idea.

~ Earlier in the day ~

"Lord Hokage, please reconsider the mission to rescue (Name). She just gave birth to a baby and is currently defenseless against the enemy that is holding her captive. If the Akatsuki manage to find her, they will kill her for the tailed beast sealed within her." Shikaku spoke, trying to reason with Danzo even though he had no respect for him. Kakashi and Shikamaru were beside him as Danzo was preparing to leave for the Kage summit.

"(Name) does not hold a real tailed beast within her. Right now we need to focus on the protection of the village, she can wait. (Name) is a strong-willed ninja from the Land of Fire, she will live." Danzo spoke before leaving the village gates with his guards, leaving Kakashi clenching his fists in frustration. As they walked away, Shikaku cursed under his breath.

"I'm sorry, Kakashi. But if we do anything without his permission we're done for. Do you think (Name) can hold out long enough until we can save her?" Shikaku spoke as he stopped and watched Kakashi. Kakashi just stood and looked up to the 4th Hokage's stone face as he remembered his sensei's words.

'Take care of (Name)...' Minato's voice echoed in Kakashi head until he finally responded to Shikaku.

"(Name) is one of the strongest ninja I know. Even if she's weak from childbirth, she will keep on fighting until she's reunited with Rai again." Kakashi smiled at Shikaku and Shikamaru, giving them some ease. They continued walking until they reached the tent Tsunade had been resting in. Shizune and Sakura never left Tsunade's side, not even for a second. They had to protect her in case Danzo wanted to ensure a more permanent position as the Hokage. Shizune had been gently rocking Rai as he slept in her arms. Fortunately, Rai did not have any injuries and was completely healthy. Kakashi sat beside Shizune as he took his son in his arms. Rai snuggled closer to Kakashi, sensing his father's will to protect him.

"You're a heavy sleeper just like your mother." Kakashi smiled as he watched Rai softly snore in his arms. Shizune smiled sadly as she felt terrible that a newborn baby like Rai was put in a situation where he could have lost both of his parents.

"Did you manage to convince Danzo?" Shizune asked with curiosity. She wished nothing more than (Name) to return to her son. Kakashi shook his head no in response.

"He simply said she's a strong ninja and will live... I can't accept that answer." Kakashi spoke as he passed Rai back to Shizune, which resulted in Rai waking up. He was about to cry until Kakashi rested his hand on Rai's chest and smiled at his son.

"Forgive me, Rai. I know all you want is to be with your mother and I, that's why I have to save mommy no matter what. Just for a little longer, can you be strong for me?" Kakashi smiled as he poked his son's cheek. Rai calmed down and started sucking on his fingers. Kakashi sweat dropped as he got up.

"Kakashi-sensei, please don't tell me-" Sakura spoke but was cut off by Kakashi as he put his finger to his mouth.

"I'm just gonna check on Naruto." Kakashi winked as he left the tent. Sakura could only nod in response and hope her sensei will be safe in whatever he does.