The New Captian 2

"Stronger? You blonde moron. Do you know how weak I felt when I woke up 3 days later? It took me 2 weeks to completely recover," she yelled, increasing the speed of the attacks.

"I'm sorry-" Naruto was saying but cut himself off as he got a better idea than apologising. Remembering his father one last time, he executed his plan.

"Evil Shower," called Mira, fed up with his dodging. She formed a sphere in her hand and threw it into the air. It indiscriminately blasted Dark orbs over a wide range, destroying the area Naruto was in.

Naruto made his way to the angry Devil and kissed her. Kissed her like how she kissed him a few months back on the Tenrou Island.

Mira was surprised by his sudden kiss and gave in to the sensation and they continued kissing for a few minutes, improving this time from the chaste one last time.

After getting a good hang of it and feeling Mira's anger subside, Naruto slowly separated from Mira. She suddenly felt the warmth disappear and pouted.

"You look cute like this," said Naruto as he moved a foot from her, giving her a full view of his fox-like grinning face.

"Idiot, why do you have to do that?" Scolded Mira, beating Naruto with her hands. Not seriously.

"I thought of proving my sincerity to you. And followed in your footsteps," he said cheekily.

"So, how did it feel?" He asked curiously.

"Why? Are you practising with someone?" Mira asked with raised eyebrows.

"Ya. Loke introduced me to her," replied Naruto jokingly.

"As if he could change you," said Mira. Though she doesn't know about this Loke. Naruto sighed in relief. He thought she was still angry.

"So, when do we go on the S-class training job?" Asked Mira in joy. Naruto observed how her tomboyish and antagonizing personality disappeared, instead, in front of him sat an excited teenage girl.

He internally smiled. He didn't know what this change means, but it is refreshing to see and talk to a Mira who doesn't start to criticise and challenge anyone who dares to talk back to her.

"I have to train Loke a bit. Say, a month. Why don't you practise with your improved strength and get accustomed to it while I train him?"

"Hmm, ok. I'll do it. But remember, blondie, I must beat Erza next time we spar. Or Else…" said Mira with a sweet smile, leaving the threat hanging in the air.

"Hehe. I'll try my best," said Naruto, gulping in fear. Not that she could do anything to him, but it scared him to be on her bad side.

After Some Time

Naruto was on his way to a Rune Knight camp near Bosco, a border country with Fiore. He was just briefed about the situation by the Magic Council.

Flashback Begin

After answering an emergency call to come to the Magic Council headquarters immediately, Naruto used his Kamui to appear as he had already been there.

Makarov was disappointed that they would call him so soon after his return from his missions. Naruto managed to assure the Guild master and made a Wood Clone which he explained as a thought projection and before vanishing to Era.

"Ok, gramps, before they cook something up, I'll be going. I promise to make our guild proud." Said Naruto and vanished from his office. He reminisced about the day he approved Naruto to be one of the Council's hunters and went to drink some booze to forget it.

But one point was clear. He can't leave the Council as it is. They are becoming too nosy in guild matters for his liking. He is going to find a way to deal with it soon.

In the Council Chambers

"Hunter Naruto, we have an important job for you," said Seam, the chairman. At Naruto's nod, he continued.

"We got a tip that some guilds are going dark and attacking the Rune Knights and creating chaos. We want you to go there.

We need at least 3 weeks to mobilise enough troops to deal with the rouge guilds. Your job is to make sure that no Rune Knight is harmed. Will you accept this job?" Asked Seam, looking at Naruto sternly. Naruto thought about it.

'3 weeks, huh? I think I need that much to teach Loke some magic other than Ring magic and I promised Mira to take on an S-class job as well. Nothing to lose if I accept I guess' thought Naruto.

"Yes. I accept." Said Naruto in a plain tone.

"Excellent, move to Bosco camp immediately and take charge there," said Seam in joy.

"We also ask you to deal with anyone who dares to attack the camp area," said Org from his seat. Naruto raised an eyebrow at the neutrality of the man. But agreed nonetheless.

Flashback End