The Missing Pieces(A Naruto Reader Insert)

[Name] Returns

[Hey everyone, so just a quick question. Does anybody want Itachi as a love interest? Like I mentioned before, this will not follow the Naruto's plot, only a few things, so I can do something about it if someone wants him. Just let me know down on the comment section.]
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It wasn't how you were expecting things to go, you were receiving more injuries that you had anticipated. From what happened yesterday, it wouldn't leave your mind. You staggered back as Sasuke's blade connected with your Kunai, it sent you back a few feet away and because of the lack of the concentration from your part, the male with not much effort attacked soon after slashing your arm.

Shaking your head to get rid of those thoughts, you narrowed your eyes at him. Once he knew about your abilities he wouldn't hold back. Which is why you're covered in blood, the injuries gone now. He stopped raising his eyebrow, then lowering his katana once again. "It's no use training with you if you're not focusing." A scoff left his lips and a hint of mockery adored his face. "Don't tell me, you're still thinking about yesterday? Pathetic."

You watched as he began to walk away, though as much as you wanted to plunge a kunai down his throat, you refrained from such actions. "Were you really expecting them to rescue you?"

His question left nothing but rage, it wasn't curiosity or worry, it was pure mockery! But there he was right, it was pathetic to even still be thinking about it. With a tsk, he resumed his walk. But he was right, it was pathetic to keep thinking about it. You won't get anywhere, it's much better if do something once you really get a chance to get out of here or at least, if you even get a chance to see them.

Time continued to pass by faster than you had ever expected, however, what it was unexpected was the ruckus just outside your room. People ran about which was something that you had to see, usually everything is quiet. You opened your room and noticing many prisoners running around.

"What the hell?" You muttered as many cried from what it seemed to be happiness. "What's going on?"

A few who were in the process of running away stopped, but some of them resumed right after once they saw who it was. It was evident that they weren't pleased with having to see you, and you could only guess why. But there was a woman who paused and then began to talk. "Orochimaru! He's dead!"

Those words were like lightning, they strike you parlaying you in the spot. That's impossible, him dead? The woman left without collaborating anything else. Who was strong enough to kill that man? No matter, whomever killed that man may have your thanks. A tingling feeling crossed your heart and now you began to look at your sides. Everything was chaos and people were already escaping so why not take advance of the situation. With that resolution, you headed to one of the many exits. If Orochimaru is dead, you no longer should fear the thought your parents' safety might be on the line.

Within minutes, you were almost outside the exit when a form blocked the exit. Many who were in the process of exiting just waked around him since they weren't his target after all. "I have a proposition for you."

Sasuke finally spoke but not budging from his position. "And that would be?" With a hint of exasperation, you asked. He was only delaying your ticket to freedom.

"I'm forming a team, I want you to be part of it." That was rather unexpected, really, but even so you had your own plans to take care of.

"I'll have to decline your offer." Finally giving him your response, you attempted to walk past him only to have him step on your way.

"I won't repeat myself, I want someone reliable in my team. You'll be quite useful." That only made you growl, use, use! You're not an object that you can be used.

You shoved him to the side. " Or what? You're going to kill me? Go ahead and try." Not waiting anymore, you kept walking without any more interference.

On your way to freedom, you spotted Goro accompanied with a young girl who resembled him greatly. Revenge. You've promised to make him pay for bringing you here but as you watched him embrace the girl with tears in his eyes, you could bring yourself to do anything. Just like he mentioned before, many of these people were prisoners and he was no different than you were.

Smiling at the scene, you continued with your plans. Even if Goro mentioned that it wouldn't be safe to go to the Leaf village, you couldn't just abandon your parents. You needed to see them as soon as you could.

The journey back took days, but you didn't want to waste precious time. Only a few breaks were taken to help replenish your energy before you continued, there were some thieves on the way, however you tried to stay away from danger as much as you could. You had to stop and fight some of them, but thanks to the hard training you went through, you finished it within minutes.

At the end, you arrived to those gates that you hadn't seen for quite a long time. As you walked through the main entrance, you smiled already feeling rather exited to see your parents. You wanted to get there as soon as possible, but if you entered running that would only get you noticed. Your attire was enough to get the attention of a few civilians as you entered and you were more than surprised that the guards weren't there.

Shrugging, you dug through your memories about the location of your home. Once the familiar path came to your mind, you followed it until you were standing in-front of what it would be your real home. With a sour smile, you approached the door. Your hand hovered on the handle, however you didn't want to alarm your parents. Instead of opening the door, you knocked once and waited.

You could hear some sort of noise coming from the inside, until the handle of the door jiggled a bit until it was opened. In front of you stood a man, he looked so much older than you would have thought. It made your heart change in sadness to see how tired he looked, and just how much he has ages. It was the constant worry, you knew that they never stopped worrying about your well-being. If you ever reproached them about hiding that they had anything to do with Orochimaru, just watching him, it disappeared completely.

The man stood there and just watched you, he seemed to recognize you but he stopped himself. "Can I help you?"

There's hesitation as you opened your mouth to speak, but his health worried you. However, if that were to happen you would be able to do something about. Clearing your throat, you began but stopped as tears began to gather at the corner of your eyes. It feels foreign, you hadn't cried for so long. At some point, you asked yourself if you had gotten rid of that emotion, but as you watched your old father there, that proved that your emotions were there. "Don't you remember me, father?"

His eyes widened and tears gathered but unlike you, his ran down his cheeks. "Please, I'm tired of your pranks."

What he meant, you didn't know. However, you knew that it would be hard for him to believe you after they had to endure things that weren't easy. You opened your mouth and told him about everything, but most importantly something that you both shared (whatever you guys want it to be). "It's me, [Name]. I'm back."

The man's knees betrayed him, he landed on his knees staring at you with wide eyes his tears not stopping. Your mother must have heard something for she peeked to see who it was, only for her eyes to widen in shock. "Is it..."

"Yes, mother." At your confirmation, she rushed forward. This time you stepped forward and helped your father to his feet. However, as you grabbed him by his arm, he sprung to his feet and brought you to his arms. The action also felt foreign but it felt welcoming, so slowly, your arms circled him form returning his embrace. Your mother joined the two of you now all of you in tears. A chakra signature, no, a few you could since them. However, you paid them no mind as you wanted to enjoy the moment.

You're not sure for how long you all remained there, though you could feel the eyes of civilians and of Shinobi. However, you knew that you had to face them either now or later. So, you pulled back from your parents and turned around. It's best to face it as soon as possible, you'll show them the truth. But the question is, will they believe it?