• GROWL...
    "Aw man, I'm hungry..." said Naruto, as he walked across the woods, "How far is it, Pervy Sage?"
    "Just a little longer, Naruto," said Jiraiya, who was walking beside him, "You can see it from the clearing ahead."
    "Well, if it isn't too far, I guess I can wait..."
    GROWL...
    "I miss Teuichi's ramen..." Naruto sighed.
    "Hmm, tell you what. I'll treat you to a feast once we get there. You have been training hard, after all."
    "Really? Aw, thanks, Pervy Sage!" Naruto grinned.
    "Heh-heh... I'm proud of you, Naruto. I was actually a little surprised to know you defeated that demon back in the previous village."
    "Oh yeah, that was one intense battle! I can't forget that day! Can't believe it's already a week since we left. Feels like a month!" Naruto smiled, "I hope Aoi's okay..."
    "She'll be fine. I wouldn't worry about her much if I were..." Jiraiya stopped.
    Something rustled behind the trees. Naruto and Jiraiya heard it.
    "It seems we have company, Naruto, Get ready!"
    "I'm way ahead of you, Pervy Sage," said Naruto, breaking his knuckles, "Heh, I haven't had any real action in a week!"

    NOTE: This story contains references to another original story. Also, this may seem a bit dull at first, but let me tell you, there's lots more to come... Besides, what's happening here has a very small connection to the actual storyline(sort of like a spoiler to a spoiler XD). Trust me, it will be worth the wait...