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(Orochimaru) [screams] Bugs are super gross!

(Orochimaru) There are bugs here, too!

(Orochimaru) Bugs! Everywhere!

Good job. But what's happened to the ones who haven't returned yet?

Huh?

What's up with all these bugs?! Ugh.

Go on, Tsukune! Chase 'em all away! Ugh, I just can't stand bugs.

These are weird! I wanna catch 'em and add 'em to my collection!

Uh, please cut it out, kids.

The reason is because those insects are my friends.

These bugs are your friends?!

So what's the deal with this old guy, anyway?

[groans] Those troublemakers.

It's time for their after-school study session. Where'd they go? Huh?

(Sansho) No way!

Whoa, that is really cool! I've never seen an Insect User before!

You know, being able to do that would make me a huge hit at parties!

No way! Then the party would be crawling with a whole bunch of gross bugs!

It seems that you don't like insects.

But if you keep living with them, you actually become quite attached to them.

[awes]

[excited] Hey, maybe you're right! I guess they are kinda cute.

I wanna try that, too!

Do you think you might want to become an Insect User?

Nah, there's no way that's gonna happen. This guy wants to become the Hokage one day.

The Hokage?

That's right! I wanna surpass Naruto Uzumaki as a shinobi.

I see. Well, to do that, you'll have to become the Hokage, then.

That's what I said! You think so, too?

Well in that case, I guess I'll become Hokage!

I know someone else who wants to become the Hokage.

But you know what? I think you're the top contender.

The reason is because no one says they'll be Hokage as an afterthought.

(Tsukune) Yeah, I know, right? See, I'm the top contender!

(Sansho) Top contender for running your mouth.

(Tsukune) Shut up! You'll see in ten years!

So you want to be Hokage, too?

Oh, no. I never really gave much thought to it.

You just wanted to become an Insect User?

Uh, yes, that's right.

So your dream came true! Just what do you have to do to make that happen?

'Cause I wanna take the first step toward mine as soon as I can!

I'd have to say the first step in doing that is to...

Wait! What time is it now, you guys?!

Oh, no, we're gonna be late! We forgot our study session!

Better hurry back, And do your very best to surpass Naruto.

Yeah! I'll make my dream come true, just like you! Well, see ya!

(Mibuna) [chuckles]

"My dreams," huh?

Sorry I'm late.

It's about time, Shino! Anyway, how'd it go?

It seems that just about everyone else has already gotten their wedding gift.

Well then, guess we'd better figure out what we're gonna get, too.

Now listen, Shino. Kakashi Sensei told us all that this is a mission, right?

I understand why he and everybody else are making it sound like a big deal.

But in all honesty, as far as I'm concerned, this truly is a serious mission.

In terms of Team 8, this could be our final mission.

This is Team 8's final mission?

Yeah. I mean, once Hinata's married, I really doubt that we're gonna get much chance...

to work together the way we used to.

Yeah.

Guess that's true.

And I'm gonna have to get even more serious if I intend on actually becoming...

the next Hokage. I can't keep relying on you all the time, Shino.

Yes. We ought to keep it that way.

All right, what's that supposed to mean, huh?!

I'm sorry.

Anyway, we really should stay focused on our last mission as Team 8.

Especially since it's for Hinata. Is that what you're saying?

Yeah, you sure got that right!

So the question is, what are we gonna get them for a gift? Hmm.

(Kurenai) So you need a gift for Hinata, huh?

It's gonna be for her and for Naruto.

Do you have any idea what we could give them that would make them happy?

Akakiba! Akakiba and Kibamaru!

Almost, Mirai! But you're still mixing up the names. Sorry, I'm kinda busy right now, okay?

[chuckles] Instead of hot tea, it might be nice to relax with a little shochu.

Oh, that reminds me. Have you ever heard the story about the Senju Clan?

Hmm?

Long ago, so the story says...

the Senju Clan maintained a tradition of giving honey wine as a wedding gift.

(Kurenai) Back then, the Senju Clan lived in the forest, and they happened to discover...

an unusual liquid produced from rainwater that collected in beehives.

That was the start of honey wine.

It was a nourishing wine and also quite rare.

Since that time, it's been served only during auspicious occasions.

Honey wine could be used as a medicinal tonic as well as for cooking.

Hinata would find good uses for it.

[chuckles] It might be the perfect gift for her!

It also conveys the wish that Hinata and Naruto spend their days together...

Living in sweetness.

Hah! That was a seriously cheesy joke! Hinata'd groan if she heard that!

I have to say, it's strange seeing you two doing things together without Hinata.

But I guess I'll get used to it eventually.

[chewing] Where can we go to get some of this honey wine, anyway?

(Kurenai) I'm not entirely sure, but there's a place called Soraku.

Seems there's a beekeeper living there who makes it.

Tracking's your specialty, so it should be easy!

Okay, then it's decided.

Let's get over there and find this beekeeper.

Bye bye, Kibamaru and Akakiba!

All right, it's Team 8's final mission! So let's do this, you guys!

[eager bark]

It's our last mission, huh?

It's quite a desolate place.

I'll say! It's completely depressing, too.

(Momo) Sorry, it's so depressing, meow.

[gasps]

What?!

[growling]

Judging by your headbands, you're Hidden Leaf shinobi, meow.

(Momo) You reek of dogs, you reek of bugs, and you're a real dog.

Damn, you sure are a sorry bunch, meow.

Is that a ninja cat?!

We've come here in order to find a beekeeper who lives in a place known as Soraku.

We aren't sketchy guys.

[grunts] You're totally sketchy, meow!

And I'm not gonna tell you anything I know, meow!

That must mean you know something, like where this beekeeper is, right?

Okay, then I guess we gotta catch this ninja cat and get the information out of it!

C'mon, Akamaru, let's do it!

[eager bark]

Foolish humans, meow!

[grunting] Hey, what is...?! [grunting]

[grunting]

Insect Summoning Jutsu!

[grunts] Thanks, you saved us.

(Kiba) All right, you wanna mess around with us?! Fine, then!

[chuckles] Tada! Here!

Go on...

What are those? Food pills?

This is something called dog mint. It's a kind of herb that's similar to catnip!

Well? You can't resist it, can you?

Oh, damn it, come on!

My pride'd never forgive me if I got caught by someone who reeks like a dog, meow!

(Kiba) Hey! Come back!

You're not supposed to just steal it and run off, ya damn cat!

Momo!

[grunts]

[frightened meows]

All right, just who are you guys? And why are chasing my Momo!

Must be the ninja cat's master.

Akamaru! Kiba! Careful!

Oh, hey. So its name's Momo, huh?

[chuckles] Well, well! Fancy that! And let me introduce my dog: his name's Akamaru.

[sighs]

[chuckles] So, let me guess, by any chance was my cat rude to you earlier? If so, I'm sorry.

No, no, not at all! You've got quite a cute little ninja cat!

[scoffs] What the hell are you talking about?! Just a minute ago, you called me a "damn cat!"

Oh, yeah. And my name is Tamaki.

Hey, there. I'm Kiba. And this is my ninja dog, Akamaru.

What?! You're a ninja hound user?! Oh, wow!

Oh, you know! [cocky chuckle] It's nothing, really.

Although, to let you in on a little secret, I'm actually one of just a handful...

of people on the inside track to becoming the next Hokage.

Whoa, the next Hokage?! That's amazing!

Yeah, it is. [chuckles]

[embarrassed whine]

So what's such an important person like you doing in a place like this?

Well, actually, we're...

We're on a mission to track down a beekeeper who supposedly lives in Soraku somewhere.

Oh, him? Would you like me to guide you part of the way?

Really?! You know him?! Yeah, that'd be just great!

Right, Shino?

[exasperated sigh]

He lives deep in the bamboo grove beyond here.

You probably won't be able to find him, meow. Even cats get lost in there, meow.

We're shinobi! Getting lost isn't something that we do!

All right, good luck! Be careful!

Yeah! Thanks for your help!

Yes, I know.

Intruders.

First, I'll track this guy down with my nose. And then, when I find him, send in your insects.

[sneezes]

Hah! Hey, do you think that girl we met is talking about us?

You got a crush on her?

Come on! Have you lost your mind?! No, it's nothing like that!

This is a crucial time if I'm gonna become Hokage! There's no time for love!

You're too easy to read, Kiba.

Huh? What did you say?

[groans] Nothing. I just said that I envy you.

Oh? Really? You do, huh?

And I'm gonna have to get even more serious if...

I intend on actually becoming the next Hokage.

Kiba always talks big, and maybe I've dismissed him too much because of that.

However...

I'd have to say the first step in doing that is to...

Who am I to criticize anyone?

I mean, once Hinata's married, I really doubt that we're gonna get much chance...

to work together the way we used to.

The way we used to. Huh.

Huh?

Kiba! Hey, Kiba! Where are you?!

What, really? You guys don't know where he is either?

This is most definitely due to somebody's jutsu.

Yellow jackets, huh?

What is this jutsu?!

[grunts]

You're from the Aburame Clan of the Hidden Leaf.

(Shino) That's right.

[gasps]

You're skilled if you can deceive me.

(Beekeeper) But how? The poison should've...

The poison did get me, but it's not a problem.

The reason is because this small amount of poison isn't enough to kill me.

Well, then, this is my loss. I guess that it can't be helped.

I'm proud to die by the hand of an Insect User of your caliber.

No, wait.

I didn't come all the way in here to kill you. I want your honey wine.

Huh?

Thanks so much. How much is it?

Oh, just take it. Money means nothing to me.

I see. Well, if you could just point me toward the road back, I'd be very grateful.

There is no road back.

Hm? What do you mean by that?

Just what I said!

(Beekeeper) This bamboo grove is surrounded by something like a barrier.

Once you step inside, there's no way to get back out.

Try to leave, and you'll only continue to wander through an endless fog, that's all.

That's what this jutsu does.

No way!

Huh?

(Beekeeper) I'm sorry to tell you but this jutsu cannot be broken. Not even if you kill me.

What do you mean?! How?!

(Beekeeper) Originally, this mist contained a special component...

that was meant to lead people astray.

When I made my jutsu formula, I incorporated a little of that component into it.

But that can't be the reason that the jutsu can't be broken!

(Beekeeper) No.

You see, the nasty thing about this jutsu is that it takes the doubt inside its victims...

and turns it into fog, making it thicker and thicker.

It what?!

(Beekeeper) Haven't you noticed?

This bamboo grove makes people lose their way.

And when the jutsu is activated, the thicker fog confuses them even more.

In other words, this jutsu has no effect on someone...

who does not harbor doubts within themselves.

So you're saying that I'm filled with doubt?

Yeah! I'll make my dream come true, just like you!

I mean, once Hinata's married, I really doubt that we're gonna get much chance...

to work together the way we used to.

I have to say, it's strange seeing you two doing things together without Hinata.

But I guess I'll get used to it eventually.

I get what it all means now.

I've really been questioning just how I'll live as a shinobi once Team 8 finally disbands.

After Hinata has gotten married.

(Shino) To always be together with my friends in Team 8.

That was my most cherished dream.

(Shino) I see.

I was just doubting myself.

(Beekeeper) You and I are alike, you know.

I still find myself feeling lost on this path called life.

So, what do you say?

There may be doubt here, but there is no true suffering. I'm finally really living life now!

Your friends would understand, too! I'm sure of it.

It's okay to have doubts. It's not your fault that you have them.

Kiba. Hinata.

You don't always have to keep pushing forward!

Just abandon it all, and stay here with your doubts.

If you agree, then just stay here with us!

Yeah, Shino, come on!

Just stay!

All right, it's Team 8's final mission! So let's do this, you guys!

[gasps]

(Shino) No.

This isn't what I've been looking for. Not at all.

What?

What I'm looking for instead is...

(Shino) What I'm looking for is to be with my friends who keep moving forward.

Not to be with someone who keeps the same pace as me.

I can't allow myself to get stuck in a place like this forever.

I have to return to the village right away.

[gasps]

And the reason that I must do so is because I have to attend the wedding...

of a couple of very important friends.

You actually believe that you can find your way out of this fog?!

When you're in so much doubt about your life?!

Yes, I do.

But to make certain that my friends can walk their paths without worry.

I'm definitely gonna find my path in life.

And I have no doubt about that at all!

The entrance!

No wait, It's the exit.

(Beekeeper) So, you found the path beyond the guardian deity of travelers.

I see. Then go quickly, before you lose the path once again.

Hold on. You told me that you're really living life now.

But can you actually say that's the truth?

(Beekeeper) What?

If there's someone stuck in the past who can't see the future...

then can it be said that they're really living?

(Shino) I know people who live every moment striving as hard as they can to reach their goal.

Even when it seems so far out of reach.

People like that are the ones who are really living life. That is what I believe.

(Beekeeper) I'm shocked. You're nothing like the quiet man I thought you were.

On the inside, you carry a great deal of passion.

I feel like I'm being lectured by my teacher.

Just what does that mean?

(Beekeeper) Go now. In time, perhaps I'll be more like you.

Oh, there you are, Shino! Where have you been?! You just disappeared all of a sudden!

[agreeing bark]

I'm very sorry. However, I did manage to get ahold of this.

Whoa! When did you do that?!

I was sure you were just lost out there somewhere!

Actually, I was lost. But I've found my way.

It's because...

Anyway, let's get this stuff back home now, Akamaru!

[agreeing bark]

(Shino) Hey, wait. What about that girl?

Huh?! Why are you bringing that whole thing up again, huh?!

I'm sorry.

Damn it, I don't know. Maybe I'll write her a letter or something like that.

(Shino) A letter? How unlike you!

(Kiba) Huh? Why?! There's nothing wrong with letters! Right, Akamaru?!

[whines]

Akamaru, not you too?!

[screams] More bugs!

That's so amazing!

Maybe I'll try to become an Insect User, too!

You know, I'd better get started on my goal too, or I'll never become Hokage.

I think you're wrong. You've already taken the first step toward it.

Huh?

It's because...

Putting your goals into words is the first step toward making your dreams come true.

I understand! Thanks for that, Big Brother!

Let's go!

Tsukune, come on!

Yeah!

[laughing]

Iruka Sensei!

Seems you've managed to completely win over those difficult kids.

Maybe you should become a teacher!

A teacher?

It's hard even for me to keep up with mischievous kids like those guys year after year.

What you did is quite impressive.

Well, in all honesty, it isn't that difficult for me. The reason's because...

(Shino) I've always hung around...

With the kids that everyone calls difficult.

(Kakashi) [sighs] The wedding's coming up soon.

(Hinata) What's wrong Kakashi Sensei?

(Kakashi) Huh? I was really happy at first, but when I think about the upcoming wedding...

I haven't finished making the rounds to greet people...

I haven't pinned down the expenses, and I'm worried if everyone will make it or not!

I'm kind of freaking out.

(Hinata) Next time on Naruto Shippuden:

"Hidden Leaf Story, The Perfect Day for a Wedding, Part 6: The Outcome of the Secret Mission."

Are you suffering from cold feet?

(Kakashi) Me?!