Naruto : Saga of Tanya the Kunoichi

With Tsuyu's return, she went to meet Reibi and Nue. Reibi seemed to have matured over the years, and Nue too. Both of them more or less had similar power levels to Shukaku.

"Kurama, Reibi, Nue, it's been a while."

Kurama huffed.

"It is. To think even you could bear a child. I have seen a lot but even I didn't expect this."

"I didn't expect it either… Kurama." 

Nue seemed very happy and went to Tsuyu. The seal Gozu Tenno was still with Tsuyu, and Nue's existence was tied to her. He had long wanted to return to her.

"Hm. Nue, my son needs a nin dog. You are suited for it. Are you willing?"

Nue seemed to like the idea and nodded.

"Good. Though you have to remain in a smaller size. And we will try to improve your strength." 

Reibi seemed to have his own thoughts. "Tsuyu, I prefer to be inside of you." Reibi wanted to experience more than just being a fat lazy bijuu.

"Sure thing." Tsuyu didn't mind. Nue and Reibi returned to Tsuyu's side, even then her strength barely increased by a few percent, since her own chakra were massive. But the two gave Tsuyu versatility. Nue had his own dimension, while Reibi had powerful genjutsu-like effect but she doubted it would work on Otsutsuki that's already strong.

"Later then, Kurama…" Tsuyu left through a portal almost casually.

Kurama just huffed. But then he looked around, and now it was just him in the temple. It's a little lonely somehow.

***

"Kouga… you are quite annoying… you know that?" Tsuyu said with a soft tone as she breastfed him.

Kiba was in an apron, tidying up the house a little.

"Haha I guess he takes after me."

"He sure does… Do you think I am fit to be his mother, Kiba." Tsuyu muttered, looking at the baby with big blue eyes looking at her.

"You will do good, I am sure of it. Besides…" Kiba went to sit next to Tsuyu, holding her close.

"You have me too. You aren't alone… I may not be strong like you, but I swear I will be the best dad our son could ever have…"

Tsuyu softened after hearing his words.

"I will rely on you then, Kiba."

"Hey… we are together. Of course… Um… I got us this…"

Kiba shyly took out a box. He opened them, revealing a ring.

"Maybe it's a little too late but… will you marry me?"

"..." Tsuyu was stunned for a moment. But then, her eyes softened a little more.

"No."

"What…" 

"I am joking... You know I would… yes. Let's marry…" For the sake of her son's healthy development, he needed a proper dad and mom. Tsuyu reasoned to herself as usual, acting as if it was logical reasoning.

"Tsuyu… I… I am so happy… sniffs." Kiba suddenly had tears in his eyes. Tsuyu just huffed softly. 

He really loves me huh…

She didn't really get why Kiba felt that much for her, really. That Kiba accepted all of her, even if she modified her body, even if she did cruel things, even if she controlled the world once. Kiba still loved her through all that. That he could see her warmly. That he could search for her all over the world, just to find her again. It would be a lie to say his gesture didn't touch her heart.

Even Naruto couldn't…

Kiba was really unreasonable, and illogical. What man would like a woman like her. And that's why… she welcomed him.

"Let's arrange it then… I would rather have a small reception."

"Yes, Tsuyu… let's arrange it then…"

Tsume initially wanted Kiba to convince Tsuyu to do the wedding at their clan compound, because really connection to Tsuyu was a golden ticket to Inuzuka. But Kiba remained firm, per Tsuyu's wishes. Just a small reception.

Reluctantly, Tsume had to give up. He's still happy for his son and Tsuyu, both finding each other. 

***

In front of the tens of crowd, Kiba nervously looked at Tsuyu, lifting her white veil. Her expression was calm like usual, as if it was just any other day. But she was beautiful, more than she ever was. That Tsuyu was looking at him, just as much as he's looking at her. He felt his eyes teary. To think this day had come. He wondered if this was all inside Infinite Tsukuyomi… 

"I love you… Tsuyu."

"..." Tsuyu turned to look at the side, then looked back at Kiba.

"I guess I have to say I love you too…in my own way. I will fulfill my role as your wife from now on." Since it's a responsibility she took and a part of functioning a thriving society required healthy relationships between family units.

Tsuyu thought for a second, but still muttered.

"... I found your company… pleasing… Thank you for being willing to be with me." Tsuyu's voice was softer than before.

"No, thank you for accepting me… I love you… more than anything."

Kiba leaned forward, his hand gently held onto the back of her neck. Their lips touched as he gave a gentle, yet passionate kiss.

As they parted, Tsuyu's face turned red slightly, but her expression remained calm. It was just a ceremonial gesture to fulfill the expectation of a marriage, that was it. Yeah… definitely.

The crowd clapped and cheered.

 Naruto and Hinata had tears in their eyes. Hinata held onto Naruto's arm, feeling touched.

"It's… really amazing wasn't it… Naruto…"

"Yeah… Tsu-chan… with Kiba… Kiba really loves her…" A part of Naruto felt a little guilty somehow. Maybe because he was never fully able to accept Tsuyu. Death of Jiraiya had always been something he could never forget. But even so, he was happy for her.

"Mm…" Hinata's eyes soften.

As Kiba and Tsuyu came down the platform, a figure appeared from the dark. His hair was already filled with white.

"Danzo-sama…"

"Congratulations… Tsuyu. You seemed… happy, at peace, in my view." Danzo gave Tsuyu a gentle smile.

"I could say I am… What we all have was hard earned, and time like this shouldn't be squandered. Danzo-sama, you should have rested more." Tsuyu noticed how Danzo struggled to even walk with his cane.

"I am still strong, despite how I look." Danzo dismissed it calmly.

"Like I said before, he could help…" 

Tsuyu muttered in a low voice. Perhaps some people heard it but they didn't dare to comment. Secretly everyone knew Orochimaru was living somewhere in Konoha, working happily with Danzo and Tsuyu. Keep in mind that mad scientist was someone who murdered the late Third Hokage. But with Tsuyu's silent protection no one dared to touch him.

Danzo shook his head.

"I'd rather go a natural way, Tsuyu… I had enough of a lifetime. I don't think I could handle much more…"

"I understand, then I won't insist."

"Then, have a happy marriage, Tsuyu…" Danzo turned around… Just then Tsuyu held his arm.

"Let me get you to your home. It would be tiring to walk from here."

"Tsuyu…" Danzo felt a little sad, but also happy. Even though they were both in shadow and darkness, and yet Tsuyu always made Danzo brought to light again.

"Very well… since you insist…"

Tsuyu smiled softly, opening a portal in front of her and stepped inside. Everyone else was stunned that Tsuyu could do that.

Shortly after she returned. She could feel it really, Danzo's lifeforce was wavering. He might have only a year or two left. Danzo had always supported her endeavour, the superior who made many things possible for her, made it possible for her to rise. His help in the beginning, the jutsu he willingly taught and let her have access to. The Sharingan arms that were Danzo's own power and lifeline transferred for her. The best boss she ever had in all lifetimes.

Tsuyu sighed. And now, Danzo will leave this world soon. As for her, Tsuyu wondered if she was now immortal. But even then, based on Murphy's law, she would die someday. Not to mention there were beings out there that could threaten her, and the coming of the Otsutsuki clan.

I need to train harder then… peace that was earned should be maintained and kept tight.

The days and months passed in leisure, in peace. Tsuyu raised Koga, like what she believed a good mother should do.

Kouga was very active, drinking milk more than normal babies. His eyes seemed to contain intelligence, even at such a young age.

"Mama…" Kouga raised his small arms, touching Tsuyu's cheek.

"You…? You are already able to say it… yes… mama… but I prefer you call me Kaa-san. Hope you don't get stuck calling me childish names until you are old… like that guy." Tsuyu felt warmth in her chest.

"Kaa-san…!"

Tsuyu was shocked.

"What…?"

"Kaa-san! Mm… Kaa-san…" Kouga laughed silly, touching her cheek and hair.

"How did you even understand me… could you be a reincarnated soul?" Tsuyu squinted her eyes, her Byakugan popped up looking into all of Kouga's gestures, trying to ascertain his emotions and the truth.

Kouga had a stupid look on his face, still playing with her hair. In truth Kouga was just born with heightened instinct. That he instinctually knew what Tsuyu meant, even if he didn't understand the words.

Tsuyu deactivated her Byakugan and chuckled to herself, seeing Kouga acting like a baby. Maybe he was just too smart. He was half an Otsutsuki after all.

He reminded me of the time when I had Hagoromo and Hamura… Kaguya said softly.

"... I wonder if he would hate me, if he knew what I had done… if in the future, he grows up to be his own person." 

Kouga, as if sensing her mother's worry, moved closer, hugging her. As if trying to say no matter what he would love her.

… I am sure he wouldn't.

"I hope he won't…" Tsuyu rubbed his smooth cheek, tracing his little whiskers. Kouga giggled, holding onto Tsuyu's finger.

You need to grow up strong. You are my investment for my peace.

Tsuyu opened Kouga's clothes, making a decision. 

Like me and Naruto, you would become stronger by housing another being. Reibi has the ability to grow beyond his limit, now he is probably a tenth of Kurama. Perhaps a part of him made from Juubi made him inherit such characteristics, for each chakra he devoured from enemies he grew stronger.

8 Trigram Sealing Method: 4 Symbol Seal!

Tsuyu placed her palm on Kouga's stomach, creating the sealing space inside of him. Reibi nodded and went inside of Kouga. Now their chakra intertwined.

Fuinjutsu: Gozu Tenno!

The fuins on Tsuyu's back appeared and flashed bright. It crawled onto Kouga, forming the same seal on his back.

Kouga cried in a little bit of pain, even if Tsuyu's technique were surgical in precision.

"Good boy, it's over now…" Tsuyu patted his back, soothing him. Her eyes were soft looking at him.

"Protect him well. Oh and Reibi, try not to show yourself until he's mature enough. He might think you look scary." Tsuyu muttered.

Nue and Reibi nodded inside of Kouga's mindscape.

***