Disclaimer: Naruto is the property of Masashi Kishimoto and Shonen Jump. DragonBall Series is the property of Akira Toriyama. Devil May Cry is the property of Capcom. Final Fantasy series is the property of SquareEnix. All original characters and jutsus are mine. Any similarities between this story and others is purely coincidental. All music is owned by the artists listed.

Music Albums needed: .hack/SIGN EXTRA OST, .hack/SIGN Original Soundtrack 2, NARUTO Shippuuden Original Soundtrack II, Dissidia -Final Fantasy- Original Soundtrack, Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood Original Soundtrack 2, Eureka seveN OST 1, Gran Turismo 5 Prologue OST, Dead Or Alive Xtreme 2 OST.

Book 1

Chapter 1: Fusion and First Day

(Cue song Echoes by Yuki Kajiura from .hack/SIGN Original Soundtrack 2)

It was raining. The clouds above weren't clearing at all. The crowd that only an hour ago had stood silently around the grave were gone. Now, only I remained; my tears had long since mixed with the rain. I was wet, cold, hungry and thirsty; however I remained at the gravesite of my mum.

My long black hair was pressed up against my face as the water trickled through the strands. Brown eyes filled with sadness stared longingly at the grave.

I was now alone, completely alone. Any uncles, aunts and cousins I once had, were now either dead, or had moved on in totally different directions from me. And I was still only 24 years old.

I whispered my thanks to my mum and slowly walked away, feeling a cold emptiness that I never knew was possible. As I made the slow trek to my lonely apartment, I kept alive my memories of my mother, who was there for me at any time. I thought she would keep on living for at least another thirty years.

I opened the front door and stepped inside; removing the wet overcoat and hanging it up near the door. I quickly made my way to the bathroom and prepared to take a shower. I immediately relished the feel of the hot water that cascaded down my slightly muscular form. However the sky in my heart was still raining.

After having the rather long shower, I stepped out, changed into fresh clothes and stepped into my bedroom which was also the living room. I was going to turn on the TV but before I could pick up the remote, a loud ringing sounded through the room. Someone was sounding the doorbell.

"Who could that be I wonder?" I said to myself as I made my way over to the door. Peeking through the little peeky hole in the door, I saw on the other side, someone dressed in white. He seemed to be in his 40's.

'He doesn't seem to be a bad guy,' I thought, and with this I opened the door.

(Cue song Mountain Haze by Yasuharu Takanashi \ Yaiba from NARUTO Shippuuden Original Soundtrack II)

The guy was bald. His nationality seemed to be Asian. Thick bushy white eyebrows and a small pointed white beard with blue eyes looked at me with warmth. With him looking like a monk, the man seemed spiritual.

"You must be Josh Ryu Kitsune," he said in a voice that suited him completely. A voice that held much wisdom and intelligence.

"Yes?" I asked hesitantly.

"There is something I wish to discuss with you. Mind if I come in?" he asked.

I hesitated; without knowing the man, I also didn't know his intentions. But something about him seemed to calm the downpour in my mind. That feeling alone had me smiling slightly and moving out of the way.

He seated himself on the couch as I sat on the small seat next to it. I was just about to open my mouth to ask him what he wanted to discuss with me, when he spoke.

"You are wondering what I wish to talk to you about," he said.

"Uh, yeah," I said back, wondering how he knew what I was thinking. 'Coincidence,' I summed up in my mind.

"Well, to start off, do you know of the Anime called Naruto?"

"Uh….yeah?" I started wondering where this was going. And what did anime have to do it? Naruto was in the top 5 of my favourite anime.

(Cue song The Order That Must be Protected by Takeharu Ishimoto from Dissidia -Final Fantasy- Original Soundtrack)

"Well, maybe it might be better if I show you something first." He then held out his hand. All of a sudden a ball of swirling energy formed in his hand. It looked like a miniature cyclone. I immediately knew what it was, having seen it so many times in the anime.

"The… the Rasengan!" I choked out. I then looked at the mysterious man. "Who are you?"

The man smiled. "I'm the god that overlooks that world."

"…Wow…" was all I could say. Such a thing was mind-boggling, but from the jutsu he just performed, I was inclined to agree with him. "So, what do you want with me?" I asked, excitement now starting to boil up inside me.

"Well the villagers and ninja have been planing an attack on Naruto for some time. A few hours ago the attack came. It was so brutal that it somehow separated his soul from his body. Right now his body is alive, but there is no-one home. That also means that the Shiki Fuujin is deteriorating from the lack of willpower to power the seal. Kyuubi isn't evil. Kyuubi is the guardian for Fire Country. I don't know how this happened; I was concentrating on another spot in the Elemental Countries. Before I knew it, she was sealed into the boy, and his father was inside the stomach of my brother, the Shinigami. Anyway, if the seal breaks, then Naruto will literally explode. The explosion will vaporise most of Fire Country. I needed to find a fresh soul that is similar to the boy's soul and place it into the body so the seal stays intact. I've chosen you."

My head was spinning. This all seamed like some wild fantasy. However…

"I accept, but I would like you to do several things before I do this." The god sat still and waited.

"First of all I would like to know if my family is alright in Heaven. Second would be alright if I could transfer all of my money from here and place it in Naruto's room. I don't want to be broke while I'm there. The third is a question. How old is Naruto?"

The god was nodding throughout all this, silently saying that all this would happen. When it came to the third question he told me that he was 12 years old, a few days away from the gennin test. He then told me that, while he didn't know my family's status in Heaven, he would ask as soon as possible.

"Ok, also would it be alright if I had a few things of my own?" Seeing the god nod I listed three. Since I would be learning Kage Bunshin later I didn't ask for it. The first two things were a perfect replica of Ragna's cleaver sword that could lengthen or shorten magically depending on my height, and the skills to wield it at an expert proficiency level. The last was a bloodline. It was the ability to use Ki like in DragonBall Z. The god nodded again.

"Well," I said as I looked around my room, probably for the last time. "I'm ready."

The god nodded and placed his hand on my head. I then felt incredibly sleepy and closed my eyes and fell asleep.

(Cue music silence)

I opened my eyes groggily and noticed that I was in a hospital. I tried to move my arms but they felt like lead was inside them. For the moment I stayed still and focused inside myself.

The next thing I saw was that I was in the sewers. Even though it didn't smell at all (in fact it didn't smell of anything) I wrinkled my nose. Hearing someone sobbing up ahead I started splashing my way to the source. It didn't take me long to arrive at the room.

I was taken back by how big it was. It really was huge! Half way across the room was a pair of giant steel doors. The metal looked fairly new, but in a few spots, there were specks of rust forming. But as I looked closely, the rust was disappearing. Half way up where the gates met, was a piece of paper with the kanji for 'Seal' written on it.

Looking to where the sobbing was coming from, I saw a huge red fox with nine tails. The fox was weeping strongly and so hadn't noticed me approaching. The fox was really something to look at. But at the moment I walked up to the bars and looked at it, worried.

"Kyuubi? Why are you crying?" I asked.

Kyuubi opened one of her eyes and looked at me. The eye was so big; I could see my reflection in the ruby red irises.

"Who are you?" she asked; her voice strong despite her being sad about something.

"I'm the soul that the Kami of this world chose for me to inhabit this body, to stop the seal from caving in on itself," I explained.

She then fully focused on me as she turned around. "I see," she said sadly. "I never meant for this to happen. I never meant for the kid to get hurt." She started to cry again. "I never g-got the c-chance to say s-sorry!" she sobbed.

(Cue song Distrust by Yuki Kajiura from .hack/SIGN EXTRA OST)

I couldn't take it anymore. I walked between the bars, up to her huge head and wrapped my arms around her black, wet nose. Her red eyes opened in shock. I released her and looked into her eyes. "I'm sure that Naruto has forgiven you and is looking down on us right now." I then backed away. "Now shrink yourself so I can give you a proper hug."

Kyuubi still looked shocked but complied and her whole form turned into red energy. The chakra then contracted and formed a new shape. I gasped when the transformation was complete.

There in front of me, was the most beautiful girl I had ever seen. Her looks would have flattened any beauty contest on earth by miles. She truly looked like a goddess. Her silky looking hair cascaded in rich red locks that reached down to her feet. (Looks like Kurumi's hair from Steel Angel Kurumi just a different colour) Poking out from her hair were two red fox ears with white tips. Behind her were nine red foxtails that were tipped white and were drooping from her sadness. She was clad in a red Yakuta that clung to her very shapely form. If there was ever a Pandora goddess, she was it.

Without a second thought I sat down next to her and wrapped my arms around her. She leaned into me and started crying hard. I just rocked her slowly back and forth, holding her close and rubbing her back.

We stayed like that for 20 minutes until her tears had stopped. I slowly let her go and smiled at her. She smiled back, her ruby red eyes glistening like the jewels they represented.

"So, since you're going to be here, would you do me a small favour?" she asked.

"Sure, what is it?" I asked. She pointed to the seal. "Rip the corner off. That way we can talk to each other without you coming down here." I nodded and stepped out of the cage, only to realise that the seal was way out of my reach.

"Uh, Kyuubi? Can you change back into your big fox form so you can lift me up there?"

She giggled and once again reverted back to her fox form. She then stuck out her paw so I could reach the seal. I clambered on and she hoisted me up to the seal. I took hold of one corner and tore it off. I then felt a strong pulse as the extra chakra rushed through me. After a moment it disappeared. Kyuubi then brought her head down to me and licked the side of my whole body as a sign of thanks. I smiled back, thankful that there wasn't any slobber on me.

I then closed my eyes and moved back to the physical world. I opened my eyes to see that I was still in the hospital. I started to sort through Naruto's memories, wincing more than several times as I saw the full extent of what the boy had been through.

(Cue song Nocturne of Amestris by Senju Akira from Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood Original Soundtrack 2)

It must have been half an hour of thinking what to do when Hiruzen Sarutobi came by. I was debating on whether I should tell him about my fusion with this body or not. In the end I decided not to. Explaining this would have serious repercussions on the future. I wanted to know most of what was going to happen in the near future.

When the old Hokage came walking into my vision, I was shocked at how he looked in 3D now. He still had wrinkles all over his face and a few liver spots on there as well. But seeing him like that, was totally different from seeing him on a screen.

"Hello Naruto. How are you feeling?" he asked me.

"Can't move my arms Oji-san," I replied, remembering to keep up the default forms of address's with him. It was also weird hearing a different voice coming out of my mouth. This would take some time getting used to. I also noticed that I wasn't speaking Japanese however my voice sounded like the Japanese version of his anime voice. Thank god for that. I didn't want to sound like a 44 year old woman. My voice also definitely sounded like a male's voice and not like a woman's voice portraying a man's.

"You should be up and about soon. You always seem to recover so fast."

I realised that this would be the best time to let the cat out of the bag about Kyuubi, since the attack would be a great cover up to explain my arrival.

"That's a good idea Josh-kun," answered Kyuubi in my mind, or rather, Naruto's mind but since Naruto wasn't here then technically it was my mind. I smiled mentally, glad that she approved. I didn't comment on the -kun suffix though.

"Um, Oji-san? There's something I need to talk to you about," I said seriously. Sarutobi focused all of his attention on me.

(Cue song The Wind That Blows Through The Equinoctial Week by Naoki Sato from Eureka seveN OST 1 Disc 2)

"I know of the Kyuubi inside me," I whispered very softly. The Hokage's eyes widened slightly before flashing through a set of hand seals. I felt a faint wave of chakra sweep through me as I realised that it was some sort of sound barrier jutsu so no-one could eavesdrop on us.

"Tell me what happened," he asked, though it sounded more like a demand. I then started to tell the old man the story that I was fabricating on the spot, with a little help from Kyuubi. I basically said that Kyuubi wasn't what everyone thought. That she was the guardian of Fire country. And why she attacked Konoha. This was new information to the both of us.

Apparently what happened is she was out patrolling as usual. However she only patrolled the areas of the original borders. When the nine guardians were placed on this land, they all had almost equal area to guard. But thanks to wars, among other things, the borders grew or shrank depending on the country. And so the nine guardians would patrol only the original area. But as time went on, Kami stationed more guardians for the smaller countries like Rice country.

Anyway, back to the story. Someone sneaked up to her as she was patrolling and she was caught in a powerful genjutsu that made her see that Konoha was a threat to the safety of Fire Country. And so she powered through as much as she could before being sealed. The last part she told me, I decided to keep to myself for the moment. It seems she saw the eyes of the person who cast the genjutsu on her before she started moving towards Konoha. It was a pair of eyes that were red with three tomoe surrounding each pupil with lines connecting each one and the outer edges of the eyes. In other words, a fully awakened Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan. I immediately knew that the person responsible was Uchiha Madara. Of course I knew this little detail already having read the manga.

After I finished, Sarutobi was shocked. I imagine that everything he thought he knew was just shattered and he was now trying to put the pieces back according to the new information he just gained. We then talked some more, mostly about the upcoming gennin exam. He then left saying that I would be fine tomorrow and that I would be discharged from the hospital as well.

The Next Day

After I was discharged from the hospital, I made my way to the place where Naruto stayed. The apartment complex was quite run down and shabby. It was even worse inside. This wasn't anything like the anime. Naruto did have a reasonable bed with a bedside set of drawers and a poster of the Leaf symbol behind the bed, but that's where the similarities ended. There were several holes in the roof which Naruto had done his best to patch up. The one window he had was broken which, thanks to skimming through his memories, was thanks to some of the villages. The only way to warm up the room was to have the stove on, and even then, most of the warm air floated out of the window.

I stood in slight awe at how Naruto managed to survive this. I felt Kyuubi stir in my mind.

"Yes, it was quite bad," she said solemnly.

(Cue song Constructor's Blues by Mitsutoshi Sato from Gran Turismo 5 Prologue OST)

I them spotted a few things in the room that were not supposed to be there. I then realised that they were the things that I requested from Kami. Lying across the bed was a huge steal sword that looked exactly the same as Ragna's cleaver sword. There were only two differences. The first was it looked like there were 10 circle traces on the white blade near the handle. The second was where the red metal was supposed to be on the sword, there was crystal instead. The crystal was completely clear, as if empty.

Next to the sword were two chests, one larger than the other, and a large box. Next to them was what looked like a white Apple iPhone 4. And underneath was a letter. Thinking it would be wise to read the letter first, I picked it up and started to read.

Dear Josh,

I would like the chance to say thank you for helping me with this problem. However I am needed elsewhere and so cannot say so in person. So I was able to call upon a favour from one of my friends that supervises another world. I was able to secure some artefacts that will help you in protecting you in the coming years. They are stashed in the small chest.

In the large chest is your money from Earth converted to the currency of Ryo that exists on this world. I took the liberty of adding a little extra to help you. There is easily enough for you to fix up the room you now live in as well as buy extra equipment and so on.

The phone is yours to contact your family as well as contact me if you run into any trouble you can't handle. Naruto's phone number is also on there if you ever want to talk to him. The phone also doubles as a scanner. You can scan something that you don't know of and the information will be downloaded from the Core Reference Database or CRD for short. The phone is also loaded with all your music from your computer from home. The box holds a little present from me to liven things up in your new house.

The sword is special in four ways. One is that when you hold the handle, you instantly know how to handle the sword. This will only work for you. When you let go, the knowledge to do so will fade until you touch the handle again. The second is that this sword can only be wielded by you. The sword has a weight security alloy in it so if anyone but you tried to use it the sword would weigh in at several hundred tons. In the event that someone is able to pick it up, small blades have been fitted into the handle to release if anyone tries to use it. They are the gold metal pieces on the sword.

The third is if you and Kyuubi want to, the sword will separate Kyuubi's soul and chakra and the soul will be drawn into the sword. Leaving you in complete control on the Kyuubi's youki. However know that doing so will most likely change you into a Kitsune hanyo. You also have to train your body in the youki so your body can withstand its effects. The upside of having Kyuubi in the sword is that, if you allow sone of her youki to enter the sword or allow her to access some on her own, she will be able to manifest herself beyond being just a sword. She'll be able to experiment. She'll definitely be able to change herself into her human hybrid form. But this process will only happen if you both consent to it. You can still use the sword without this happening if you don't want it to.

And the fourth is what the sword is made out of. The blade is made out of White Mythril which is different from normal Mythril. It's the holy counterpart to the alloy. Black Mythril is the demonic side. White Mythril is completely indestructible and will allow you to store many types of energy inside it. And massive amounts too. It will work with all elemental types of chakra and youki. It will also work with your Ki. As you've seen, the red parts of the sword have been replaced with crystal. This is known as Calibur crystal, able to store a powerful spirit inside. This is where Kyuubi's spirit will stay. The crystals are removable if you want to use the sword and keep Kyuubi in her human hybrid form. However she won't be able to help you in the fight. For example if you throw your sword, she'll be able to direct it back to your hand, or manifest a huge clawed hand from the side to catch you opponents off guard. But it's up to you. The Calibur crystal needs to be removed if you ever want to get Kyuubi a permanent body. I will be able to help with that but I thought that this arrangement will be much better for the moment. Let me know if this changes.

Keep me posted on any unusual developments. And good luck.

Ken (Kami)

PS: It would be a good idea if you kept this whole soul fusion to yourselves for now, as I'm sure you've already told Kyuubi. But you can tell Sarutobi as I'm sure you'll need his help in the future. Call me if you need someone to support your story when you tell him.

After I read the letter, I was stunned for a few minutes. I think Kyuubi was too as she was silent inside me. When I got over my shock I picked up the iPhone 4 and turned it on. The layout was identical to my own phone but the background was different; showing a beautiful golden fox on a black background. I looked in the phonebook and there were three contacts; my mum, Naruto and Ken.

I then opened the large chest to see a large amount of Ryo paper bills stacked neatly inside; the smallest being a 1000 note. I then realised that the currency of Ryo to Aus dollar was that for every one ryo would equal one cent in Australian currency. I didn't bother counting the money as I would do that in my own time.

I then turned to the smallest chest and opened it. I was stunned again. Inside were smooth spheres of crystals. There were ten in all. Seven were green and three were red. Looking closely at one of the crystals I realised that these were actually Materia! There were Fire, Ice, Lightning, Restore, Time, Comet and Heal for the green spell materia. For the Red summon materia there was Shiva, Ifrit and Bahamut. Further information claimed that these materia could also be level upped with battle experience. Furthermore with the Shiva and Ifrit summons, if they levelled up they would simply get stronger, but if the Bahamut summon materia were to level up, the next dragon would be available to summon including the previous one. I was, right then, so thankful for this gift.

I then opened the box and grinned widely as I saw the multi-speaker system inside. The system looked like it was able to play the music on my iPhone. There were enough small speakers to wire the whole apartment complex with them. There was also a scroll with instructions stating that sealed inside were all the large speakers and subwoofers. One great thing about this system was that all the speakers were wireless and that the system could be controlled with the iPhone. Also each speaker could be turned off so only speakers that you wanted to play music, would. This feature was also controlled by the iPhone. It was awesome. The system also functioned as a PA system.

Next I hefted up the sword. It seemed to be about as heavy as a normal katana, but I could tell that the sword was extremely strong and durable. I also, like the letter said, knew how to wield it like a master.

Throughout all this Kyuubi was silent. 'Kyuubi, are you alright?' I asked in my mind.

"Yes, I just need some time to think on this," she answered.

'I see… You know, I don't have any qualms about turning into a hanyo, and I wouldn't be at all stingy about giving you the chakra you need. Well, I'll just let you decide in your own time.'

There was a small silence. "Thank you Josh-kun," she thanked. Once again I didn't comment of the suffix.

I scanned Naruto's memory and realised that today was Sunday. Classes at the Academy started on Monday at 9:00 in the morning. Tomorrow was also the day before the Gennin exam. I still had plenty of time before night would fall so I decided to make a couple of calls; one to mum and one to Naruto. I called mum first. The dial tone rang a few times before the call connected and a familiar voice I thought I wouldn't hear for the rest of my life answered.

"Hello, this is Jessica speaking."

(Cue song Nocturne of Amestris ~Duet~ by Senju Akira from Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood Original Soundtrack 2)

"U…um…," I stuttered, unable to from the words. Just hearing her voice was bringing tears to my eyes. "I-It's me, J-Josh," I managed to get out.

"…Josh! Darling is that you?"

It was then that I started crying very hard. Through the sobs I managed to confirm that it was me. For a few minutes I continued to cry but I started to recover and continued the conversation. It turned out that she and my step-dad were very happy living in their new home in Heaven. She told me that it was a lot like living on Earth, but with some differences. There was no need to work; food was ordered and was free, since when you are a spirit, you don't have to eat anymore, but for those that have just died, it's hard to let go of something so ingrained into your system as eating. So the food there was just a mental thing until you got used to living in Heaven. There was no need for money, no bills, car registrations, anything like that. Other then those things, it was pretty much the same. Mum had already anchored herself in the community where she lived.

I then explained my situation to her. She was quite surprised, but was glad I was doing well. I suggested that she didn't ring me since no-one here had a mobile phone so it would be rather hard to explain if she rang me in the middle of a mission. We then finished up saying that I would ring her soon and that I loved her.

I then rang Naruto and explained what had happened. He seemed quite curious as to what happened, but seemed very happy that he was now with his family consisting of Minato Namikaze, Kushina Uzumaki and all their relatives. He felt bad about leaving behind the old man but knew that this had to happen. I also said that I wouldn't be pursuing the one-sided relationship with Haruno Sakura. He whined for a bit but I put my foot down. We then finished up with me promising that I would keep him posted on new developments.

(Cue song Summer Breezin' by Diana King from Dead Or Alive Xtreme 2 OST)

After that I decided to walk around town for a bit, familiarise myself with the outlay of the village. As I past through the streets, I was shocked at the level of poisonous looks I received from the public. Somewhere in the memories I gained from Naruto's brain, I discovered that this was a little worse than most other days. I guess that the failed attempt on his life pissed the villagers off more than usual.

'Well, screw them!' I thought angrily as I came in sight of one of the few places that Naruto felt safe at. Ichiraku Ramen Stand. I parted the short curtains and sat myself down at the counter. Turned out I was the only person there. Ayame had her back turned to me and looked like she was washing dishes. The old man was round the back, cooking up some noodles. I knocked softly on the counter to gain Ayame's attention. She turned around and as soon as she saw me, her face lighted up and she smiled warmly. She seemed to be in her late teens. 18, maybe 19? Round that area.

"Ah Naruto-kun, how are you?" she asked kindly.

"Not too bad, just got out of the hospital," I said casually. But as soon as I said those words, Ayame's face stiffened, her eyes full of worry.

"Are you ok?"

I nodded. "Yeah, I'm fine. Made a full recovery. But to be on the safe side I think I'll just order a medium Chicken Ramen, please."

Ayame still looked worried but smiled anyways and nodded. "You got it!" she said a little enthusiastic. She turned around and called to her father. "Tou-san! One medium chicken ramen!"

The old man peeped over the low wall separating the serving area to the kitchen and spotted me. "Oh Naruto, what's been happening?"

"Nothing much," I replied, deciding not to talk about the incident. If Ayame's expression was anything to go by, then it was guaranteed that the old man would act the same way. I didn't want to worry them.

After 10 minutes the ramen was served and I started eating. However soon after I started eating, Ayame was looking at me again.

"What's up?" I asked.

She shook her head and replied, "Well, you're eating quite politely; usually you just shovel it in."

I mentally slapped myself. Of course Naruto gorged on his food. Seeing the same person eating with polished table manners would be a bit of a strange sight to her and others.

"Well," I said after swallowing the food in my mouth. "I've decided to turn over a new leaf. I'm now a new person." She bought the white lie and nodded. "Well, it is a relief that you now eat with moderation," she said with a smile.

As I continued to eat I felt someone's presence behind me. I turned around to see a goddess wrapped in red and white. Translation: Kurenai.

"Hello Kurenai-san. Did you come to sample one of the wonders of the world that is Ichiraku Ramen?" I asked.

"Something like that," she said with a small smile as she sat down next to me and ordered shrimp ramen.

"So, how do you know me?" she asked as she waited for her ramen.

"Yūhi Kurenai, Genjutsu Mistress and Ice Queen of Konoha. Graduated from the Academy at 9 and became a Chunin at 13. Recently promoted to Jounin. Known to dislike perverts almost fanatically, especially a certain one-eyed, Icha Icha Series reader. Blood Type: AB. Zodiac Star sign is Gemini. Favourite jutsu: Demonic Illusion: Tree Binding Death. Your hobby is drinking evening drinks such as sake. And your favourite phrase is 'Beauty fades quickly.'" Judging from her face I'd say that was right on the dot.

"H…How?" she stuttered out.

I looked at her. "Information is the most valuable resource to a ninja." I then looked directly into her red eyes. "And to make sure that you don't take that the wrong way, I meant it in a purely professional way." I finished my ramen and swallowed the last piece of chicken. I then removed some money that I had stuffed into the frog wallet and placed it next to the empty bowl.

"Well Kurenai-san, it was a pleasure meeting you. I hope to be part of your gennin team." And with that statement, I started off to my apartment.

As I opened the door to my apartment, Kyuubi spoke up. "She was nice," she said innocently. Maybe a little too innocently.

'What are you, bi?' I asked jokingly. However when she didn't answer after awhile I gaped mentally at her.

'What? Are you really bisexual?'

"…Yes,"

"Holy Kenobi!" I exclaimed out loud. I collapsed on the bed and looked up at the ceiling, completely surprised. I never would have thought that Kyuubi was bisexual.

"Do you hate me for being so?" she asked.

I was appalled. 'God no! A person's sexuality doesn't disgust me in the slightest. I was just a bit shocked that's all. I didn't think you were like that.'

"Thank you for saying that. It means allot to me."

I smiled to myself. Looking out of the window I saw that it looked to be about 6:00. 'I should get some rest. I'll need my sleep for tomorrow.'

And with that thought, I drifted off to sleep.