🚨 WHAT IF NARUTO was IGNORED by his FAMILY and MADE a CONTRACT with the KITSUNE'S? | #1 | FANFIC 🦊

Hello everyone. I want to welcome you to April with the first season of what if Naruto was ignored by his family and made a contract with the kitsune. If you enjoy it and want to support the channel, please leave a like, comment, and subscribe. Now then, enjoy one. The day it all changed. Look, Kachchan Tuchan, I did it, 11year-old girl said to her parents. She had red long hair but in a ponytail, fair skin and blue eyes. She contained two whiskers on each side of her cheek that established that she was a genturi, a human sacrifice to a tailed beast. She had on a sleeveless kimono style blouse that was red in color and held closed with a green obi over a short-sleeved mesh shirt with a pair of dark blue shorts and brown shinobi sandals. She looked an awful lot like her mother. Her name was Naruko Uzumaki Namikes or just Uzzumaki for short, the second eldest of the children. Not before I did. See guys, I'm a natural at this [ __ ] A boy said he had black spiky hair with red tips. He also had two whisker marks on each side of his cheeks. He had on a light blue shirt with long blue sleeves that AR strapped down to be identical to his father. He had a tan brown jacket over it with a necklace that was designed like sticks lined up vertically on a string. He had on black shinobi pants with wrappings on his shins and blue shinobi sandals. He looked like a carbon clone of his father. His name was Menma Uzumaki Namikes, the youngest. That's right, you did. Way to go, Naruchan. Menakuan, said the woman. She had a slender but feminine build, fair skin, violet eyes, and the common Uzumaki red hair. It reached her ankles with shoulderlength strands that framed both sides of her face and a black clip that parts her hair to the left. Generally, she wore a high collared sleeveless blouse under a long loose- fitting dress with a wristband on her left wrist and standard shinobi sandals. Her name is Kusha Uzumaki, clan head of the Uzumaki clan. Hei, my children are strong. I can't believe you've progressed this far in training. I might even teach you raising if you keep it up, a elder man said. He had long yellow spiky hair and blue eyes. He also had it in jaw-length bangs framing either side of his face. His normal attire consisted of a standard koha uniform with two bands on both of his sleeves, a green flack jacket, blue shinobi headband, and blue sandals. He wore a short-sleeved long white hayori over his normal attire, closed in the front by a thin orange rope. The hayori was decorated by red flamel-like motifs on the edges with the kanji for fourth hokag written vertically down the back. His name was Manato Namikes, the fourth hokag of Kohaa. At the moment, the family was taining to together in the family's ridiculously large training field, unknowingly being watched by someone in the house. By one of the bedroom windows stood a boy with yellow blonde, spiky hair, and blue eyes from his father while inheriting the shape of his mother's eyes and face. He had, instead of two like his twin siblings, he had three whiskers on his face. He wore an easy reddish oringer t-shirt with black shorts and sandals. His name was Narut Uzumaki, the eldest of the twins. Narut wasn't really thought of as a child of the two greatest shinobies in Kenoha at the moment. In fact, he was rarely thought of in general. For 6 years, Naruto was always alone, never really existing in the village while his parents, Shinobi, and civilians dotted over the other two siblings, claiming them as heroes while he was a nobody. At first, he was indifferent to it. He had better things to do than be bothered by the village. But sooner or later, he hated it. He hated them. His parents started to ignore him, claiming that Naruko and Menma needed more attention due to them having Q.B. or to actually say his name, Kurama's chakra, while he just had the soul. He would get into that story of how that happened, but it's basically the same in every other story. The triplets are born, but a masked dude threatens the family and Kenoha. Minato fights the mask dude. Kurama somehow appears and attacks the village. Minato and Kusha fight over the sanity of their children because in order to save Kenoha new Juniki must be made but Minato won that fight. He uses Reaper death seal on the infants divides the chakra splits it into soul in and yang chakra and places it into his children. Menma gets yang, Naruko gets in. Nar gets [ __ ] After that the six years went by easily except for Nar. He had a challenge every single day as his family would be getting along and foing things together without him, which put him in a depressed and hateful mood. He hated them. His siblings were no better either. Naruko wouldn't even speak to him, finding her training more important. While Menma would gloat to him, stating his parents never loved him, that he was adopted. Sometimes when he was really low enough, he wondered if that was true. During year three though, Minato and Kusha heard from his stupid godfather Jeriah that there was this prophecy that was said by the roads. He didn't really care as he was listening. All he knew was that the foolish people he was supposed to call family believed it wholeheartedly and believed that Naruko and Menma are those destined children from the prophecy. Since then, Minato, Kusha, Jeriah, Sununade, who was also a godparent who ignored him and even Kakashi would stop to train the two while Naruto got no training at all. When he asked if he could train with them, Minato shed him away, telling him that he'd heard training from the academy when he started. Narut would have pushed the issue if it hadn't been for his mother, who ordered him to stop pestering them and go in his room. That pissed him off to no end, as he still complied with the order, not even wanting to stay around for the normal abuse he'd get from Menma. That was when it happened that faithful day, the day that changed everything. Flashback. Nar was busy watching his family train their twins in a heated mood. All he wanted was to train with them. Was that so hard? Hell, they didn't even need to watch him. Just give him a shadow clone and he'll be fine. But no, Nar, your siblings take priority. Just wait until the academy. They'll teach you the same things we're teaching them. What a bunch of bull, he said as he watched them. He got so frustrated. He attacked his hard mattress, punching it furiously. "Why must I always have to go through this? Why must I always have to be unseen or unheard of?" "They have everything," he said with angry tears leaving his eyes. "Geez, Kit, you're so whiny. Just shut up already, will you?" A voice said in Naruto's head. "Hh, huh? Who the hell is that?" Nar shouted. Oh my god. I knew I should have just stayed quiet. Now I got to talk to this bozo s in here kit. Hold on. You might want to lay down on your bed lest you want to crash to the floor. It instructed. Nar was so confused. But he did as he was told as the voice wherever it came from wasn't very hostile. So he wasn't in any immediate danger for what he felt. Soon as he did though, his world went black. Once he opened his eyes again, he found himself in a sewer-like area. Huh? Where am I? Just follow my voice. kit, you'll find out soon enough, it said. Naruto did as he was told again and walked down the shady hallway and soon turned the corner to see a large cage. In the cage, there was giant furry reddish orange fox glaring down at him with glowing red slitted eyes. Hey, you found me quite easily. Guess you're not so stupid. It said, "You're the QB. No, Kitsune. My father fought you and killed you. Dash kit, you and I both know that's false. You always knew. You think I'm a fool. I see what you see, hear what you hear. I know exactly what you think. You knew what was in you from you over listening your parents' conversation. You knew I was inside of you and your siblings, which was why you didn't have a reaction when they told you prior to their training. You're smart, Naruto. Smarter than you let on. Okay, so that night when you attacked, what was that? I was being controlled. You think I would willingly break out of your mother's seal? That's exactly what I think. It's exactly what everyone thinks, right? Me too. I worded it wrong. I mean, do say that was completely content with being in the seal at that time. I started out with Mito Uzumaki, the princess of the Uzumaki, your great great grandmother. She was very strict and downbringing when it came to me. Kusha just the same when it came to be her turn to watch over me. But you appear to be different. Q.B. said, "Well, I should have no fear for you. You're a being with no chakra to you since the fourth hokag split your chakra into two. I also know even though you look and talk game, you have no desire to hurt me. As a almighty being, your desire in whatever you do or if appearances go by, you probably rather prance in a field or eat bunnies or something. He again very smart. Yes, you see, I never wanted to kill anyone, but that masked Nin your parents told you about was there and he used his genjutsu on me. I believe he was Madara Aiha. Nah, no way. You're off your demon meds. Madara Aiha has been dead for years. It isn't possible. All right, you believe that? But when that psycho comes back to finish what he started, "Anyway, I'm talking to you now because I have a deal I want to run by you." Naruto raised an eyebrow in confusion. "Huh? What deal? You want to be trained, right? You want to show your family you've moved on in your life without them? Then just sign this. The fox said as red chakra began to swarm on the ground and show a large scroll right before Narut. I was accumulating that last bit of my chakra, but I couldn't turn a blind eye towards you. Kit, you interest me? Nar, you dash? That's not my name. Not anymore. Ever since those bastards decided to leave me behind and throw me to the abyss that's called loneliness, I've never considered them my family. He said to the fox before looking at the scroll. What is it that my dear boy is a summoning contract? The kitsune contract if I may. I want you to summon them. I was the leader of the clan before Mido Uzumaki and her trifling husband happened. I'm sure Lunachon has taken over since then. Who the hell is Luna? My My wife, Kit, my leaving must have tore at her. Anyway, you will sign the scroll with your blood and leave your fingerprints with said substance. Then you will do the summoning jutzu. I'll show you the hand signs, but for now, sign. Okay? He said as he bit his thumb and began the procedure of signing. Once he was done, he dipped his fingers in the blood and put his fingerprint on it. Now what? Now you find an open field to summon. Leave your house and for crying out loud. Don't tell anyone where you're going or what you're doing. Nar nodded. Okay, but how do I get out of here? Easy. Like this. As soon as he said that, Q.B. flicked his finger in Naruto's forehead, sending him back into consciousness. He jumped from the bed and looked outside. He then saw his family still training. Huh? How long has it been since I went under? Only 5 or 10 minutes at most. Mindscape time works different than the real world. Q.B. said. Oh, wow. Okay, so to the field, right? Yes, and quit talking out loud. I can hear your thoughts, remember? The fox said. Narut nodded before running out the room in a hurry. He made it downstairs to see his family just walking in. Nar, where you headed to? It's getting late, Minato said. Yeah, idiot. Where are you going? Menma said with Naruko chuckling. Naruto's anger was rising as he looked at their happy little faces when they stared at him like he hasn't been neglected by them all his life. Kit, calm down. Repeat after me. I have to go return a couple of library books as today's the deadline. I have to go now otherwise I have to pay a fine. Cushian aside. Why did she have to have a son who was such a procrastinator? All right, Nar, just go. She waved her hand before turning to her daughter. Nar nodded, but his eyes glared at her. He didn't waste another breath on them and took off. He ran to a secluded spot where no one ever checks there. The Hokag monument. Okay, I'm here. Now what? You need to do these hand signs while using chakra. Boar, dog, bird, monkey, ram. You must do this by also using a bit of your blood on your fingers, Q.B. said. Nar nodded and bit his finger and began to go through the sign slowly. He then slammed his hands down, summoning Jutsu. He yelled as a large smoke cloud appeared in his face. As soon as it came, it disappeared for Narudo to see a small red two-tailed fox. Hm. Hey, did you summon me? it asked. "Yep, my name is Narut Yuzi Dash." "Nar, just call me Nar," he said as he looked at his summon. "Hey, name's Kachiro Nokitsoon. Nice to meet you," he yipped as he jumped up and down. "Well, aren't you hyper? We'll get along. I'm sure of it," he yipped. "This so awesome. Out of everyone in class, I get summoned." "Man, this is crazy. I thought I'd never get summoned, especially since I was so ignored by everyone, man. So, you're ignored, too, huh? Kachiro nodded his head. Yeah, well, not everyone. Kachchan has been taking good care of me and loves me to death. At least I have her. What about you, Naruto? The blonde scratched his ears, getting a purr from the little kit. That makes one of us, Kachiro. That makes one of us, he said. The small fox looked up at him in sadness. He could see that the blonde is in so much sorrow he doesn't even know how to cope. He just wants to be seen as a somebody that he'd kill for it. Kachiro then began to jump up and down with a toothy grin. Hey, want to see my mom? She's the leader of the clan and has total say in whoever signs the clan scroll or whatever. Nar nodded. Wait, I have to meet the boss. I thought you were the boss. No, I said I was the boss, not currently is. That's my wide. Who's possibly the boss? Pay attention a bit more. Will you? Q.B. said. Nar was about to retort when he felt his hand being bitten as Kachiro bit it and summoned himself back home, taking Narut with him. Once he reappeared, he noticed he was in a open field. There was a pond of sorts with many hills and flowers. Huh? Well, this is exactly what I'd expect. Nah, look. Kachiro said as he pulled Nar in the field only for it to suck them in. Ha. What he saw he wasn't prepared for. Inside the hills was a fox paradise. So much foxes and such a big forest. Welcome to the forest of Kitsun. This is where my clan, the Kitsun, reside in. In here there are 300 Kitsun foxes. But also the fun part is we also house 200 Ukami wolves here too. We're distant cousins. So that's something to know about us. Us kitsune are more prankster, devious, and tenacious, while Ukami are more territorial. Not good with sharing with new people, serious, but we share a quality that's more important and gets us to work together. We both value packs, Kachiro said in bubbly attitude. Nar smiled, his first smile in a long while as he greeted all the little kits and pups that are running around. The one stood out. It was a small gray pup that jumped up at Kachiro and tackled him. Ha, caught you, Kikuin. You're too slow. Shut up, Akane Chan. I was too busy. Yeah, that reminds me. Where the hell have you been? You just disappeared from the hunting lesson. Your mom is going to kill you. I was with our new summoner. I was summoned. Kachiro yipped in excitement as he jumped around. Akane turned to see a human next to Kicheru. Oh yeah, you're here. Kachiro, where did you get a human? I said I was summoned by him. I need to bring him to mother so she can approve of him being allowed to summon our Kitsun clan. He summoned you? I don't think he did to be honest. He's so small. Nar frowned. You know I'm standing right here. You know, he said in annoyance. Indeed, you are. A strong feminine voice said right behind them. Nar looked up to see a white fox looking at Narut in judging eyes. The Kitsun and Ukami in the area all bowed to her presence. Even her own son bowed before her. Ka Chan Kachiro yelled in happiness to see his mother. Kichchi Chan, you scared me to death. Don't just disappear on me like that. Sorry, Kachan. But look, guess what? I was summoned today. Right there. His name is Nar. Luna turned to the blonde boy. He kneled before her. She began walking around him as if analyzing him. She stopped before him and sniffed him only to gasp in shock and hope. Come with me, young Nar. I'll take you to my den. You don't have to, Fox sama. I dash. It wasn't up for a debate. More your tail now. Luna ordered in her alpha voice, which compelled Nar to follow her. They reached the den, which was just a large hole in the hill. Narut sighed as he stopped before Luna. Is he? Is Kuramakuan in there inside you? She asked in raspy breaths. Kurramama, you mean Q.Bi? Yeah, I have the soul of Kurama while my own siblings have the chakra. My Hokag devied his chakra up and split it. So I guess that's why Kuramakuan have you the contract. He that fool. Well, Naruchan, you don't even know, but you've already passed my test. Not just because that of Kurama, but because when I hit you with my alpha voice, although you wavered, you stood strong. I admire that. Even though we kitsune value order as a packmate, we love to see fearless kits like you. She gave a foxy grin. So, I passed. Luna nodded. All right. Can I train with you? Can you teach me awesome jutzu and stuff? Well, yes, of course. It's mandatory to teach our new summoners our way of the shinobi. We have styles in taijutsu, many ninjutsu, a but load of jenjutsu. We know only a bit of fu ninjutsu. So if you wish to learn that, we won't be much help. We also have some kenjutsu styles. We also make it a habit to teach you some sage mode. While you're training here, it will be my task to make sure you are trained to the bone. You hear me, Naruchan? She licked his face with a motherly tone to her. Why, yes, ma'am, he said. Why are you crying, Nar? Luna asked worriedly. Nar frowned as he took his hand and wiped his eyes to realize he was crying. Hey, Nar Kachiro said as he moved over to see his summoner crying. To be honest, he never really cried like this. Yes, angry crying he did, but this this was more of a sad, lonely cry. I'm sorry, it's just Dash. He didn't even get to finish his line as Narut just started balling. Kachchan. Nar said that he is always lonely where he's from. So that's why you're crying, little one, she said as she with her nose nudged Naruto's hands out of his face so he could look at her with his puffy red eyes. I'm sorry. It's just I have a family back home, but they never notice me. Always ignoring me in favor for my twin siblings. In fact, my whole village loves them while I'm always kicked in the dust to rot and be left alone. I can't remember a time I even celebrated with them. Not even my birthdays, which is a riot because we were all born the same day, yet I'm the one who gets forgotten. It isn't fair. Nar began sobbing in his hands again. He felt a hole in his heart just ache with pain. He just wanted to be loved like they were hell just for even one day. He would never ask for anything again, just to be treated like a son one day. Was that too much? Luna whimpered and nudged his face. Narachan, even though you had just come into our lives today, you are good kid with a great heart and soul. And most importantly, you are family to us now. Even though you've been here for just an hour. You have brought peace in my heart to know that my Kuramakuan and my little Kichchuan are in good hands. Kachiro, what about the little guy? Nar asked, scratching the little fix behind his ear, only to receive the greatest purr of his life. He is your own little familiar. He's your partner in battle. You two will be training together as to get a feel for each other. So get comfortable. Naron, this is your family now. She said as she licked his face. Nar smiled as tears left his face, but these were now tears of joy. This is my family. I'm an eye longer Narut Uzumaki Namikes. No, he's dead. I'm now Naruto Kitsun and I will be the greatest shinobi in the lands to my path. Time skip two years. It has been a couple of years since Naruto met Luna and Kachiro and signed the fox contract and things have been going good so far. His family still ignores him completely, so he doesn't really care anymore. Honestly, they could honestly suck his dick. He already had family and in a few days he'll be free. Today it's the triplet's birthday and every year their parents would throw a gigantic party that half the village was invited to. It was honestly stupid to him. Why throw a party that big and invite people they barely know? Sure, the clan heads kind of make sense. It's like a friend/diplomatic type thing as they want their heirs and eryses to establish a fine connection with one another and built even bigger reputation because they were associated with the Hokag or better yet the fourth Hokag's clan. the Uzumaki and Namikes, but mostly Uzumaki as the Namikes weren't really that wellknown. It didn't really matter to him much because while Naruko and Menma get to party and get the awesome gifts, Naruto leaves the house to train in secret or just go away AMD relax not caring about the family. He tried to be a part of it all those years ago and they don't even remember his existence. So why even bother? So why he was so excited was not because of his birthday really. It's because the academy graduation was coming up which meant he can really let loose. During the years of his time in the academy, Narut had to dumb himself down like a lot. While he had the talent to match up against the top students like Menma, Naruko, Sasuke, Sakura in terms of smarts and Suri Sasuke's twin. Luna ordered him to keep his training and jutzus to himself until it was time to be a jennon. He had to wait because he could do what he wanted as a free person and not have to take crap from anybody. Sure, he still had to listen to his father and whatever Jonan instructor he got, but that was only during missions they can't control his personal life. Over the years, Narut learned a great deal with the foxes. His taiitsu style was mixed a bit with foxes and wolves style. He mixed it up a bit during his few years learning as he realized they blend really well together. The fox style focuses on evasive and counter strikes, always waiting for the enemy to make his her move before countering them, tiring them out within the process. While the wolf style is more of a offensive version of that, grappling your opponent with highle type strikes, so when mixed, it's actually really deadly if he can get a handle on it. Is at an intermediate stage, so it's coming along quite nicely. His jing jutsu wasn't something to laugh at either. The one thing he can actually thank his biological parents was for genes in the abundance of chakra he had. No matter how he looked at it, he was an uzumaki, which means chakra [ __ ] monster. So, normally it would be a bad thing because his chakra control would automatically suck donkey dick. But he had the right summons. Fortunately, foxes have an abundance of energy as well, which is probably why most of them are hyper as all living hell as well as pranking bastard as Cachiro was always getting at him with some sort of prank, whether it be eating his shoes, jumping on his stomach while he slept, scaring him whenever he walked anywhere, etc. So since they are sneaky and hyperactive little foxes, they are extremely good with illusions as just channeling the chakra outside was like a ill zion to all unprepared victims. So he didn't need to learn actual jing jutsu. All he needed to do was channel chakra outside his body. He can trap people in jing jutsu. It gets stronger depending how dense he makes his chakra and he can make it pretty dense but his still need considerable amount of control. So that was a bit slowgoing. His ninjastu was his favorite. His chakra affinities were water, earth, and a bit of fire. It wasn't surprising since he was an Uzumaki, so the water and earth wasn't surprising much, and he could guess the fire came from Q. What did surprise him, however, was what he could do. Flashback. Nar was now figuring out his chakra affinities. It had been a full year now since he's been training with the foxes, so Naruto has learned enough chakra control exorcesses to train in his chakra affinities. Luna was training both Narut and Kachiro in better compatibility while building their bond by training with one another. They went through hunting and survival training and a bit tracking lessons and these two were inseparable. Nar looked at the paper at him. So I just need to push my chakra into this piece of paper. Luna nodded at him. Yes, you must insert Yao chakra into the paper. Naruchan, go ahead, she said as Narut began to channel chakra. Unfortunately, he releases too much chakra in the area and it leaves such wonderful effects around the area. Around him though, the life around him was coming to life and it was beautiful. The flowers and trees around them which was a bit full began to blossom and come to life in the areas where Naruto's chakra has touched. Luna and Kachiro noticed and was in awe. But Narut was oblivious to it all. A man, I put too much chakra into it. I guess my control is still lousy as hell. Huh? What's this mean, Luna Sama? He asked as he brought the paper to her. In his hand, the paper was turned to crumbled and damp, but it was also hot as smoke was arising from the residue of the paper. Hmm. Seems to me you have a earth as a primary element, water as your secondary, and a weak fire element as tertiary. H, that's weird though. It's not like this element hasn't been paired in an individual before, but it's odd because of the a effects of your chakra is weird," Luna said with a bit of a frown. Narut turned around to see the life around him began to thrive like nothing before, and it was very beautiful. "Wo, I I did this," he said in awe. He noticed the birds and other wildlife was running around the newly developed trees, frolicking. Kachiro saw a bunch of squirrels running around so as the little kid he was. He ran after them in a bit of a chase, making Luna sigh in amusement at her son's innocence. After Luna had enough of watching the scenery, she channeled her chakra in the air and soon two other foxes came out to the field in an instant. One fox was tan brown fox and the other was black with a few silvered spots on it. The weird thing about them though is that they both have a different number of tails. The black one had five tails while the other had three. Once they entered the area, they both bowed to Luna. You requested us, Luna sama. They both said, "Take sanosan. I want you to meet our new summoner and your new student." Narut Uzumaki, or as we<unk>ll call him, Narut Kitsun, she said with a light smile. The tan brown one moved over to Nar and sniffed him and yipped afterwards. "Hello there, young Nar. My name is Seo. A pleasure to meet you," she said. The other fox, who seemed to be our Tao walked up to him, but didn't bother sniffing him and just glanced at Narut with judging eyes. He doesn't look like much. Just going to be a waste of my time. Teao, be nice, Naruto is just a kid, Seo said in annoyance of her brother. Hen, whatever, the black fox said. Luna sighed. Anyway, I called you over here because Narudo shows great promise and has the affinities of water and earth techniques. Teao frowned. Um, no offense, my queen, but why is this important? He asked. Check the scenery around you to answer your question and take notice of how it's all lined up in a weird pattern, almost like a wave of something, she answers. The two foxes looked confused before doing as their leader commands and noticed how some of the areas affected and all alive while on the outside of the radius was all dull and dying. They then deduced that Nar who never moved remained in the center of the circle and then it hit them. Luna saw their understanding looks. I believe we have another potential wood style user in the lands. Soyan, you're better with understanding nature and have a few plant-based jutzu yourself. teach Naruchan everything you know. Takeo, you will be helping Naruchan and young Kachirokuin about their other shinobi abilities as well as our clan jutzu and knowledge. You're one of our stronger members. You'll do him right. I must unfortunately resume my duties as clan head. Please teach them right. Soya bowed to her queen, but Toied. But my quash that was also an order to. Luna used her alpha voice as Tako subconsciously bowed to her and accepted the role of sensei. Luna moved to both Kachiro and Narut and licked their faces. "Train hard, my boys," she said as she left the field. Teao growled. "Look, maggots. I'm going to be honest with you. I don't want to be here. My annoying sister might not mind this little teacher gig, but I have better [ __ ] to be doing that training you annoyances, but an order is an order. So, I'm going to train you two to the ground and leave no parts of you left. Got that? Yes, To sensei. They said in unison. So, her brother could really be a dick. Flashback end. He learned a lot under his sensei. Soya was a real delight to be around. She taught him how vital it was when merged with one's chakra. He learned that users of the bloodline like Hashiama Senju had been able to merge with nature and be able to go on without food or water for weeks. He had a powerful regenerative ability that surpassed all others and Narut vowed to get there one day. Under Seo<unk>'s wing, he's learned a few would jutzu through her. He learned with style, silent strangling jutzu, with style, domed wall jutzu, and with style would clone. He was honestly proud of his progress in his bloodline, but the foxes told him that he must keep his technique secrets until necessary, which lead to other techniques that Tako sensei taught him. To compensate for him not being able to use his with style, Narut learned two jutzu in each element and the shadow clone jutzu. For earth style, he learned earth style, mud wall and earth style, falling earth spears. For water style, he learned water style, water hand waves and water style, water wall. With his fire nature, he learned a personal favorite from Kurama, who also took a butt if time to train him. He learned this red fire jutzu that was hotter than normal fire and a bigger top and requires enormous amount of chakra. The jutzu took shape of Kurama's head and it spread faster than any normal jutzu. Kurama called it kitsun style. Kitsun by no jutzu. It's deadly powerful and possibly his most favorite jutzu in his arsenal. Right now though, Narut would be focusing on his kenjutsu with Tako sensei and Luna sama who wished to be there to help instruct two which leads us to our fox summoner. Now Narut had woken up in his bed which is still currently located in the Yuzumaki Namic compound which made him growl. Once he's a full shinobi, he vowed to save up from his derank missions to afford an apartment and get the hill out of here. Before he moved though, he scratched Kaciro, who was sleeping on his stomach to awaken him. "Rise and shine, little buddy," he said with a small smile. This was one of the better moments of his days. He would watch as Kachiro would stretch in his little form on his stomach and glare at him. new. He growled tiredly though, but Narut only smiled. He then somehow sneakily reached underneath his bed to pull out a bucket of water he saved for this occasion. He then dumped it on Kachiro and watched as the kit jumped so high. He put himself in the bucket and it hit the ceiling and crashed to the floor, causing Naro to laugh hysterically. "Haha, very funny, asshole." Kachiro growled. "Oh, you swore. I'm telling Luna Kachchan. Kachiro widened his eyes. No, I'm sorry, he said. Whenever Kachiro did something bad or said something bad, Luna would always punish him dearly. Naruto never knew what she did, but it clearly worked as Kachiro was always frightened. Nar got up and made his way to his closet and began to dress. It was 10:30 a.m. and Nar was just thinking of relaxing today. He knew his parents and siblings were up, but again, not giving a flying [ __ ] So, for now, he planned to go train and chill all night long until it was over. Naruto put on his usual orange jumpsuit he wore, and Kachiro would wrap around Ho's neck like a little scarf. No one would notice as it was usually chilly this time of the year. Now, Naruto made his way downstairs to head out the door. He passed his family along with Jeriah and Sununade who was having breakfast. Kusha called out. Naruchan, where are you going? Nar turned around to see the whole family look at him in confusion, but Menma just glared at him. It's your siblings birthday breakfast. You should be eating and spending time with them, Minato said with a smile, which pissed Nar off heavily. You do realize that it's not just their birthday, don't you? It's also my birthday as well, Nar said, clenching his teeth in anger. The whole family minus Naruko and Menma was shocked to the core. They forgot all about Narut. They were so focused on the Naruko and Menma that Nar wasn't even a thought. As sure we did, Sochi. We planned of giving Naruko a birthday breakfast. Menma a birthday lunch and you a birthday dinner. Kusha said with Minato going along with her. Nar watched all of them in their faces and spoke. I'm not a dumbass, you know. You pulled that out of your ass so fast. You digested the alphabet and shout out that piece of [ __ ] you called an idea. Nar said heading out the door while hearing Sununade open her mouth. You brat apologized to your parents. That was uncalled for. She yelled. Nar just scoffed as he left, not opting to stay and hear his mother sniffles and sobs. Just how bad did they mess this up? Meanwhile, Naruto quickly makes it to his favorite training grounds. the forest of death. Once they got there, Kachiro hopped off Naruto's shoulders and landed in front of him. "Okay, Narut, what's up now?" Cachiro asked, Narut smiled in glee as he but his finger. "Time to work on my kjutsu. Summoning jutsu," he shouted out and slammed his hand on the ground to summon Tako. The fox itself smiled heavily at the two. "Get ready for your daily torture routine." that caused Nar to cringe. "Hi, sensei," he said unenthusiastically. Takeo then used his transformation jutzu to change into a human to help teach Nar better in the kjutsu form of the fox style. He had black shaggy hair with green eyes with natural three whisker marks on each cheek, though it doesn't show in the picture. Here, take this. To unsealed a wooden sword from his scroll. He pulled out and threw it at Nar. A baken? Why not a real sword? Teao raised an eyebrow at him. Are you stupid? When growing up, before knowing how to walk, did you start trying to run and ride bikes and climb trees? After seeing the blonde shake his head, he spoke. Then you will have to learn to fight with this before you even think if touching a real sword kit. Now, let me teach you the katas. To said as Narut started training with the bachen without second thought while Kachiro watched for a few hours. After that though, To stopped. Someone is coming, Nar. It was a short session, so I'll make sure to double your training next we meet. To said as he disappeared, only getting Nar to shake in uncomfortable. Nar sighed as Kachiro jumped on his shoulders and Nar tied the baken to his shoulders, which was the time two and Buu came to him. One was a weasel and the other was a dog and the latter spoke. Nam Sama Hokag Sama has requested your presence at the Uzumaki Name's residence. Narut frowned. What's this about? They never tried this before. I'm getting a bad feeling from this. Kurama. Me too, Kit. But go anyway. Your father has already called for you. Kurama growled. Nar sighed as he spoke. I'll be there, he said as he began to move. We<unk>ll take you there immediately, Weasel said as he put a hand on Naruto's shoulder and the three Shanshin to make it in front of the Hokag<unk>'s mansion, which was full of villagers and clans members of Konoha. He sighed as he made his way through the villagers, but once he made his way to the front door to enter, a tipsy villagy stopped him. "Hey, why you're that brat?" "The enemy ghost sea child," he said, getting a few people attention. Nar started to grit his teeth. Yes, that is me. What of it? Are you going to stop me from entering my own home? He said in disdain, having to call this place his home or why you threatening me, you little [ __ ] dash are threatening the Hokag sama's son. That is at least punishable by treason, Weasel said with an edge. And a no, sir. I apologized, the villagy said as he drunkily moved aside to allow them to pass. Naruto frowned as he made his way inside the house with weasel and dog following. You did not have to do that. Abusen, I had it under control. Be that as it may, Namik sama, I must assure your safety, nomat the cost, he said as they made it into the living area where mostly everyone was. Nar, you little gremlin. Where have you been? Kusha said while Naruko and Menma were behind her. I was out training. That's why I was so late. He responded, "Ha, you training? Oh, please, idiot. You couldn't even throw a canai right yet. You're training. Leave it to the professionals." Loser Menma insulted, causing the whole party to laugh. Nar just watched him in an uncaring attitude. To him, Menma was a dumbass. Nothing more, nothing less. Come one, Nissan. Let's open our presents, Naruko said, grabbing Naruto's hand to pull him, but Nar ripped it away. What presents? You two have presents. I don't. Go ahead and open them. I don't care anymore, he said, looking to the side. The room went silent. They also had forgotten about Narut, but vowed to themselves they would buy or whip up something later. Feeling utterly bad about the poor boy. As Naruko and Menma moved to the table where a pile of presents were, Nar was being harassed by the villagers and smaller clans that wish the boy a happy birthday and promises of presents from them soon. Naruto knew why they did that. It was to get in better graces with his parents, so he just told them to stop with the promises and to leave him the hell alone. Menma and Naruko were just bursting their gifts with glee and obtained new awesome stuff like canai, shuriken, etc. Then the godp parentents came up next with big scrolls. Menma, I want you to sign the toad summoning scroll. You'll be training under them from here on out. He saidsunade went to Naruko. And you, Nuruko Chan, you will sign the slug contract and train under them. The two grinned like idiots and sign the scroll with glee with Nar watching them. He know if you hadn't given me the fox summoning contract. I'd be rather jealous, you know, he said to the fox. I know you're welcome, kit, Kurama said. Um, could Nissan sign it, too? Jeriah and both widen their eyes in shock. Oh crap, I forgot about Narut. If he signs the Toad/Slug contract, I can hold this oversunade/Jeriah's head for a while. They both thought, "Yeah, sure." They both said as they raced to Nar, who was just sitting in a chair in the far side of the room with his eyes closed, hoping that this will all end soon. He opened one eye to see Jeriah and standing in front of him with grins on their faces and scrolls in their hands. "What?" he asked. Nar, I present to you the privilege to sign the toad contract. Jeriah smiled. No way, Nar, you should sign the slug contract. It's a way better option for you, she said with a beautiful smile. The crowd laughed at the actions of the Tusanin. Minato smiled. I hope Narut picks the toads. That was my contract when training with Jeriah sensei. He thought, Sochi, please pick the slugs. If you do, me, you and your sister can work together and be closer. Kusha thought. Since this morning, Kusha thought about all the times her family has ever done anything with her eldest. And when she drew upon none, she ran to the family photos to barely see any pictures of Narut. She broke down crying in the photo album. She couldn't believe they ignored her baby so much of his life. What is his favorite food, color, hobby? Did he have friends? All these things she didn't know. She knew Menmma and Naruko's but nothing of Nar. He was like a stranger to her and she hated it. She vowed from then that she would change. So she was hoping she could start with his contract summoning. But when Narudo said his next words, shocked not only her, but the entire party was shocked. "No, I'd rather not sign either," he said. "What? What do you mean you'd rather not?" yelled. Kid, you do realize that this type of thing comes around once in a blue moon, right? Jeriah said, I know, but I would rather not. I already have a cable contract that widened everyone's eyes. Oh, yeah. With who? Menma said, calling his bluff. Narut smiled as he but his finger and ran through the hand seals. Summoning jutzu, he shouted as he slammed his hand down. And sooner or later, Sonia appeared. Narutkuin, you called me. Is there anything I could do for you? She said with usual kindness in her voice. Everyone around was shocked to their very core. Narut had the fox contract. This is unbelievable. No, Sony Chan just probing a point. You can go now and tell Tako Sensei. I'm sorry about the interrupted training and we'll continue soon, he said. Sonia nodded and puffed out of their plane. And then Naruto, where did you get that contract? Minato asked. I found it off a deceased shinobi in the forest of death. I go there from time to time to train, he said. Menma frowned. He marched in front of Nar. Give me the scroll. I want to sign it. Nar chuckled and slapped Menma's cheek soft but firm. Even if I wanted to, I can't. It's not up to me. So sorry, he said as he passed Menma and made his way upstairs. Soi, don't you want to stay for cake? Please, let's enjoy this time as a family, Kusha said with a loving smile. Narut stayed silent. He felt his chakra flare, but he couldn't suppress it in time or in simple words. He didn't try to. He turned to his family and guests and spoke. Family? Family is a strange word to me. It even sounds funny when I say it. Family. Fam L. Why? It sounds like it doesn't belong in my mouth concerning you guys. Family. That's the most terrifying thing to call this piece of [ __ ] group. Nar said as he ran upstairs in a hurry to go to bed. Once the door slammed, Kusha broke down in tears. He hates us. I knew it. She said as she ran upstairs to cry. Minato sighed. Parties over everyone. Thank you for coming, but I kindly ask that you all exit, please, he said as the room cleared out. As soon as it did, Minato made it upstairs to comfort his wife while Menma and Naruko stayed downstairs. Nissan, why can't you see we love you and we're sorry? She thought as tears streamed down her face as she cleaned up from the party. Menma growled. Stupid idiot. Making mom cry. I'll show that worthless loser, he thought as he vowed to make Nar pay one way or another. Three, team placement. Today was the day, the day that Nar, Menma, and Naruko are going to their Jennon exams to become a full-fledged Shinobi. Nar sighed as he got out of bed and got dressed in his new clothes that he picked out. He decided that his orange jumpsuit was too ugly and unbecoming of a shinobi, so he needed a change. So he had on black A&BU pants with white wrapping around his ankles. He walked to his bed to pick up Kachiro who was yawning from the long but enjoyable sleep he's taken. Morning Naruto. Ready to kick ass today? The fox asked. Nar chuckled. Haha. Calm down. Well, yes. I'm ready to show that I'm not an idiot, but I can't show too much aka I can't use my wood style. If I shown that at my party, Jeriah and Minato would have been all over my ass. Let's not even mention the [ __ ] hole council of Konoha," Narut said as he picked up the red fox on his shoulder and walked out the door. But once he did, he immediately regretted it as he saw Kusha and Naruko heading down the stairs to prepare breakfast. Kusha spotted him first and smiled hopefully. Hey Sochi, would you like some breakfast? You'll need your energy when you're in your Jennine exams. Nar watched her in annoyance. Oh, I'm surprised you remembered I even go to the academy. Wow, he said as he head down the stairs, not caring about Kushina's sad expression that washed on her face. Naruko sighed. Nissan, please just eat with us, she pleaded. Nar didn't even respond to her as he made his way out the house, leaving the females totally crushed, but made their way to the kitchen to cook anyway. Naruto, meanwhile, was heading to the academy to chill. Now, usually when he went to the academy, he would go early so he could take his number one spot, the top left corner of the class, the window seat. It's the best seat in the class as he can observe everything that goes on in class and he no one would really bother him. He may act like a dumbass when it came to tests, but when it came to his classmates, he rather not speak to them as they are rather annoying. Kachiro unraveled from his usual spot on Naruto's neck and stretched. Ah, that's nice. Look, Nar, I really hope you don't hold back in here. Seriously, as my usual entertainment goes, I just see everybody in here just go in and disrespect you and you let them get away with it. I want to see a change. Starting with that foul Inazuka kid. The fox complained. Nar chuckled. Ever since Narut started going to the academy with Kachiro, a kid named Ka Inuka and his hound, Aomero would usually try and sniff the fox out. In fact, without anyone's knowing besides Narut, of course, the pup and the kit had a bit of a beef going. When Ka would let Aomeu out of the classroom to go do his business, Kachiro would always find a way to mess with the pup. A few months ago, actually, Aomero had to go to the vet with pink coating because somehow Kachiro got his paws on some food dye and mixed it in his soap to bathe. The kit will never quit laughing after that. I know Kuan, but honestly, humiliating Ka and everyone else is not on the top of my to-do list. Sure, it would be satisfying to see their shocked looks, but really, I'm just trying to make it to Jennine and then move out of home when I earn enough from those horrible derank missions. Naruto stated this was the plan from the get-go. He ever since he was young, when the abuse was so much, he made a goal for himself to one day move out of the Uzumaki household and get a place for himself. The only way to do so were two ways. one, grow old to be 16 where he was at legal age to get out, or two, become a full-fledged shinobi and move out. Since he rather not wait that long to get out, option two was looking to be his best bet. And with the help of the kitsoon, his goal will surely be achieved. After waiting a good hour and a half, people started filing in. At first, it was a couple of nobody students that came in, but then the clan heirs and eryses started walking in. The first one to walk in was Ka and his dog who honestly didn't even notice him which he was grateful for to be honest. He didn't really care for the mut and his attitude sucked. Next was the Nar boy Shikamaru and his pal Choji Akamichi. He had conversed with them a few times but not all that much. He knew that Choji was a decent human being and Shikamaru although lazy is truly a genius but that was all. He feel the Nar boy's gaze on him from time to time, but truthfully he thought it was irritating. The other boy to come in was Shino Abraim. Another kid he conversed with and probably one of the few people in the classroom he actually didn't mind. The others of course being Shikamaru and Choji. Shino was truly a weird person to understand, but he was actually very level-headed and an all-around good person. It's just his weird mood all the time that truly kills it all. The next person to walk in the room was two of the most annoying people in his life besides Naruko and Menma. Sasuke and Sori Aiha, the Aiha twins. Those two were the bane of his existence when it came to anything in the academy. Along with Menma and his fan girls, Sasuke would always find a way to annoy him with his constant remarks on his own worthless life and how much better he is than Nar due to his Aiha blood. Of course, Menma and Sasuke were rivals, but what brought them together was the torture of Narut. In any event, Sasuke wasn't a bad shinobi either, but he was just mediocre at best. Sori was probably the worst, though. Anything Nar tried in and she did better. She'd run it in his face and gloat. She would tease how he was a weak, pathetic disappointment and how he should commit suicide and pray he become a better shinobi in the next life. Maybe back then he would have done it, but now those were empty words cuz he had family who loved him for him now, no matter if they were human or not. But what pisses him off was that back then he might have done it. Couldn't she see that telling someone to kill themselves, especially when that person's life was already garbage to begin with, would actually cause them to listen to her? That's what made him hate her more than Sasuke cuz she was such a self-centered [ __ ] But after they entered, another person entered. Her name was Hinata Huga. Personally, he had no problem with the girl, but he could see that she was suffering from self-depression just as much as he was. She was also seen as weak and worthless in the eyes of her clan. But she was just a kind soul. Well, he would have believed that if the girl would have at least talked to him, but no, she too would avoid him. She would always see him suffer at the hands of his classmates and yet did nothing. That makes her just as bad as everyone else. Then came in Enino Yamanaka and Sakura Haruno, Menma and Sasuke's two very own number one fan girls. To him, these two were the most annoying and most embarrassing excuse of Akunoichi. They were so terrible at everything related to a ninja. It was actually almost sad really, even more so for Eno, as she's part of a ninja clan and Sakura is just a civilian. But the girls were at least books smart. At least Sakura was, but her smarts were just average. So, it really wasn't that much of a difference. These two idiots were fighting to get into the class first so they could sit next to their Sasuke. The people who arrived next were his siblings, so it really didn't matter to him. None of it did really. Sori moved to sit at the back and saw Nar sitting there in his new gear. She took a good look at him and slightly blushed to herself. She couldn't lie. He did look good, but that didn't change the urge to make fun of him. Hey loser, nice clothes, but do you really think that a change of clothes will keep you from failing? You're still a pathetic nobody. She insulted. Everyone took notice to who she was talking to and mostly everyone laughed. Yeah, hate to say it since Sori said it, but she's right. Narutobaka, you'll never pass no matter how you look. You're an idiot. Sakura shouted. Sasuke just looked at Nar with a glare. He wasn't worth his words. Ka laughed way too hard. Yeah, idiot. You'll never become a ninja, especially when no one trains you. You're hopeless. Even your family thinks so. Naruko remained quiet as she watched Narut lower his head. Naru and I I. Well, the mut does have a point. My parents don't even recognize the failure. So, if he's not worth their time, he's hopeless. Menma snorted as he glared at his brother. Nar looked down at his lap. Not because he cared about what they were saying, but because he had to calm down Kachiro. Let me kill them. They have no right. the fox growled. Nar began petting the angry kit as he started to relax. There would be no point in doing that. What's the point in showing them up when they're dead anyways? He whispered. The little kid calmed down, realizing that he was right. He wanted to see their stunned look when Nar completely blows them away. Soon, enters that classroom and smiles at his students. Hello class. I can't believe this day is finally upon us. It was just yesterday that you were all such young, energetic kids walking in through that door for the first time. Now you'll all be walking out that door. Some will be walking out with a headband with pride while others walk out with nothing but disappointment. The students mostly look at Nar who was too busy staring at the window. Seori, who sat beside him, inwardly chuckled. He's so hopeless. Such a dumbass. Really? It's actually shameful that this is actually Men's older brother, she thought while looking at Narut in disdain. Araka gathered a large amount of papers. Now, let's get started. You will be receiving your written test now. You may start when you receive it. Once he went around handing them out, Narut sighed when he got his this. This is a test. It's so easy. How could anyone even fail this? He thought. Well, in my time in Kusha, when she went through the academy here, the curriculum was harder than this. Maybe it had something to do with the council. They may have wanted their civilian kids to pass their test, but they suck so much, so they might have lowered the standards a bit. Kurama said, "Well, that's how they get their kids killed, so jokes on them." Little Shoi isn't coming home from his first real mission because his first enemy killed him after he tried to attack him with the answer of when the second Hokag's death date was. Naruto joked. After the easy test, Ayra retrieved the tests and graded them quite quickly. After that, he wrote the results in the board. In top of the list is our very own Enigma, Nar. After him was Sakura, Sori, Menmaasuke, and the list goes on. Nar smirked. 3 2 1. He counted before he heard what Sakura, Menma, Sasuke, and Sori yelled. How did the idiot surpass me? Me? Menma yelled as he glared at his older brother, who only smirked at the ground. Yeah, how could he be on the top of the results? Ayra sensei. Check it again. He must have cheated. A loser like him couldn't have got it all right. Sakura shouted. Araka glared. That's enough. Nar did not cheat. No one did. He passed with his own knowledge. Good job, Nar. I'm proud of you. He congratulated the boy. Nar on my nodded his head at the praise. Raa was years too late to even try and get on his good graces, but he was closer than anyone though. Even though he didn't get good treatment from the man. Araka was at least fair enough to listen to him and give him some help when needed. Though he didn't really need it, he was just acting. Raa spoke. All right, now for the next part of the test. Can I and Shuriken? Everyone head outside. Everyone got up and headed outside of the room, but Narudo, who waited till everyone was gone, grabbed Kachiro and wrapped him around his neck, then walked to the window and walked alongside the wall and made it to the yard where the targets were 5 minutes before everyone. Ayra was stunned to see Narut already there. But before he could ask, "Sori beat him." "Idiot. How the hell did you make it here before us?" she asked. First, he beats her in a written test and then beats her to the yard. And by the looks of it, he hasn't even tried. Narut blankly stared at her angered face and spoke calmly. "I walked down the wall to get here," he said so casually that it ticked her off. "Ira, however, was shocked. "He already mastered the tree climbing exercise." "Nar, what has happened to you?" he thought. "Before any more of the students gang up on the poor kid," Raa started. "Well then, Nar, could you please stay with the class? I'd rather not lose any students on your last day. Anyway, we will be going to do your accuracy test now. I will call out your name in alphabetical order. Shino Abureim. At that point, Narut began to doze off. It got boring seeing kids fail so epically at something that should be second nature to them by now. He saw how most of the clan heads did all right. The total scare is 10 targets, and to pass, one would have to get at least five. Shino and Shikamaru did the bare minimum to pass, while Choji got just a bit below. Eno and Sakura did absolutely horrible, barely even getting one, let alone five. Hinata got eight, so she passed. It wasn't so bad considering she's still a child, but with her eyes, that should have been an easy 10 out of 10. Ka got six, and he felt pretty proud about that, which was terrible to Narut. He barely passed. Sasuke went next. He got eight targets. He almost had nine, but the kunai scraped against the side if it, so it was stupidly off. Sori got nine and Naruto could see Sasuke see. He just got shown up by his sister and he wasn't pleased. Sori, however, was more preoccupied with him. Beat that dumbass, she insulted. Nar didn't even bother to respond to her. He was only here to show everyone that he actually wasn't the idiot they made him to be, so he let them talk their trash. He'd let his actions prove their worth. Menma went next as he hit nine, so he was pretty proud of it. And Naruko got nine as well. Nar went and he could hear the voices. Watch this loser [ __ ] it up. He's such a disgrace, Menma said, and most of the students laughed. Nar sighed as he closed his eyes and drew 10 kana and held them in between his fingers. Sort of like a certain aiha. Then with a flick of his wrist, he shot the canai and all of them hit dead on getting a perfect score, shocking everyone there. A absolutely incredible ood Naruto, shouted. That is impossible. He couldn't have beat me. Sasuke shouted. Yeah, and me. He's a hopeless lower. Menma yelled. Well, he did, so get over it. Now, let's move on to the spars. That's when Menma, Sasuke, and Ka smiled. This is the perfect chance to show that worthless idiot his place. While Sori and Shikamaru just looked at Narut, who wasn't even caring about what was saying, looked at his feet. He's quite the mystery, isn't he? He asked the female Achiha. What? She asked. Narut is so confusing sometimes. It's hard for me to truly figure him out. What is he really about? And how strong is he really? These are a couple of questions I ask myself when I look at him, Sori rolled her eyes. You're such a creep, Shikamaru. Get away from me, she said as she walked off, leaving the Nar boy to himself. What a drag, he said in annoyance. Back with the matches, students left and right were getting beaten by the clan heirs. Shino was was paired up against Shikamaru, but the latter gave up as he was too lazy to fight. Choji got a random civilian kid and beat him fairly easily along with Hinata. Ka went up against Menma and lost rather quickly due to Menma's awesomeness. According to his fan base, Eno and Sakura were the most pathetic fight he had ever seen in his life. They weren't even using straight tai jutsu. It was a slap fight which looked so embarrassing. Sori fought Naruko and it ended in a draw. So it left Narut and Sasuke on the stand. As the two walked up to the frond, the students started to cheer for Sasuke. Sori stayed silent though because she wanted to observe what the elderum would do. Sasuke smirked. You hear that do? Looks like even they know who's going to win. It's hopeless. You can't beat anyone. much less an Aiha elite. Sasuke taunted. Naruto remained unmotivated to attack Sasuke. So the Achiha before could give the go-ahad. Sasuke rushed in. Well, if you're not going to attack, then I will. Sasuke ran to Narut to send a fast jab in his face, but Nar just leaned back quite swiftly. Sasuke kept on attacking Nar who kept in dodging his attacks like they were nothing. Menma scoffed. I'll admit he did get tad bit better, but he's still trash. He can't even attack Sasuke. He has him on the ropes, he said with majority of the class agreeing with him. Sori and Shikamaru thought otherwise. No way. The way he's going about it, the loser isn't even breaking a sweat against my idiot brother. She thought he's stalling Sasuke, making him waste his energy. Troublesome. Why did Nar have to be stronger than we originally believed? Shikamaru thought with a sigh. Sasuke threw a kick at Naruto's side, but Nar blocked it. The fight had been going on for a while as Sasuke kept attacking over and over to the point where his moves were getting sloppy. Nar side. This is becoming boring, he said as he swiftly appeared behind Sasuke and chopped his neck, knocking the Aiha out. Nar had defeated his opponent without really showing his moves. When everyone saw that, a lot of anger was shown. No fair, Ayra sensei. Narutobaka cheated. He used a jutzu to get behind Sasuke Kuan like that. Sakura yelled. To say that just proves how delusional you really are and how you shouldn't even be a shinobi. I didn't weave a signal sign. Nar said walking off to the building receiving a lot of glares. Not that he cares. Araka aside sometimes he really hated his job. All right, class. We're going to take a 10-minute break to give Sasuke a chance to awaken. Go take a break and cool off and ready yourselves for the ninjutsu portion, he said, watching the kids disperse to relax. Naruto decided to spend his time on the roof of the building just playing with Kachiro. Meanwhile, at the Hokag office, there was a meeting going on between the Hokag himself and the Jonan. Many of the Jonan along with Minato, Jeriah, and Kusha were watching the Jennine exams with great interest. Minato side. So it's safe to say most of the students graduating are quite promising shinobi. The Jonan nodded their heads. This year's new batch of Jennon are quite a catch. Have any of you decided on who you wish to take? Assuma Saratobi, the son of the third Hokag walked forward. I wish to take Shikamaru Nara, Choji Akamichi, and Enino Yamanaka. I would like to train the next generation Eno Shikacho. Sir, Minato nodded his head. Right. Anyone opposed to this? No one argued. Well, Assuma, your team is yours. Next. Karina Yuhi Koha's Jenjutsu specialist stepped forward. I wish to take Ka inuka. Shino Abraim and Hinata Huga. Minato nodded after he waited for any objections which he did not. Okay. Next. Kakashi Hitaki stepped forward. I wish to take Sasuke Aiha. Sakura Haruno and Naruto Yuzuma dash. No, you can't have him. Kusha yelled interrupting Kakashi. Minato Kuan. I wanted Nerkuin on my team along with Menma and Naruko. I could train him better than anyone as I am his mother. She said forcibly. This could be her chance to work things out with her son and get him back into the family. Kakashi side. Hokag sama. If I may, I believe Narut would benefit from my tutelage as more so than hers as he wouldn't listen to anything she would say because he hates her. Minato slightly glared as Kusha looked down in sadness and regret. "Hataki, mind your words," he ordered. Minato sighed. After what he just witnessed, Narut is actually really strong, possibly stronger than his siblings, and that worried him. It must have been the summons that taught him, but still. He would like to know the extent of his son's abilities, and the Jennon exams showed him that his son is not someone to be underestimated. He would obviously like to let Kusha take Nar, but to be honest, Kakashi does have a point. As much as Kusha would like to connect with her elder son to force Nar in it would only push him away further. And he wasn't sure about Naruko but Menma won't exactly make things easy with the whole operation get Nar back as his attitude towards his brother absolutely sucks. But to put him in Kakashi's hands might not be a good idea either. As much as he loved his only living student, his teaching skill are something to be worried about. Honestly, if it wasn't for the fact he wasn't so short on Jonan and that Kakashi skill set is something to pass on, he absolutely wouldn't recommend Kakashi's for Jonan teacher at all. He's not really ready to be a teacher, but since the QB attack, he's low on good Jonan, so honestly, he ass out of options. But then an idea struck him. Minato snapped his fingers and anu appeared by his side. He whispered in his ear and the&BU was off. Uh, Minato, Jeriah called, but the Hokag smirked. Just give it a minute, he said. After waiting for 20 minutes, the A&BU returned and had another ninja with him. She has light brown pupilless eyes. Her hair was violet, styled in a short, spiky, fanned ponytail. She wore a fitted mesh bodysuit that covers her from her neck down to her thighs. Over this, she typically wears a tan overcoat with a purple inseam and a pocket on each side. A dark orange miniskirt, a dark blue belt, and pale gray shin guards. In addition to the typical forehead protector, she also wears a small pendant that looks like a snake thong and a wristwatch. Hokag sama, you called me? She greeted. Minato smiled. A yes, Anko. I'm glad you were available. Tell me you're still a tokabetu jonan, right? he asked getting a nod from the woman. Well, if you take this assignment of mine, I can easily promote you to full Jonan if you wish. Enko<unk>'s eyes lit up at that. For 3 years, she wanted to be a Jonan, but the best she could go was Tokabetu Jonan due to the village still not trusting her after Orochimaru. Well, of course, Hokag sama, whatever it is, I'll do it, she said. Minato smiled, but she saw Kushina frown at her. Enko then realized to check her surroundings. She thought it was a normal Jonan meeting, but then she thought about it. She thought about it and sighed. Ah, [ __ ] Are you [ __ ] kidding me? She rubbed her forehead. Minato chuckled. I have already chose one of the candidates for you, but you can pick the other two and go from there. But other than that, Kakashi, you'll get Sasuke Aiha and Sakura Haruno, but I'll give you Sai instead. Kusha, you'll get Menma and Naruko. Done deal. But Anko, who do you choose? Anko sighed as she went through the files. Fine, I'll take. Back at the Jennine exam, Narut sat in the back of the room wearing a black headband. He had passed the exam with flying colors, flooring everyone in the entire room, which was the plan. Nar sighed in annoyance as he felt the eyes of the Aiiah girl in him. Is there something you need? Sori glared at him. How'd you get so good? Nar raised an eyebrow. Good at what? You have to be more specific, he said, petting his fox in his hands. Sori glared harder. If he didn't know any better, he could have sworn if she glared any harder, her shinggon would activate spontaneously. "You know what the [ __ ] I'm talking about? This the whole stupid act. Why hide it? You could have easily been rookie of the year if you wanted to." Nar scoffed. Please, there's more to life than being the so-called best in the academy. No one cares if you're good in the academy outside this village. Besides, I don't have to answer you. Now, leave me alone," he said, looking to the side, but Sori wasn't backing off. "Hey, you can't ignore me. Who the hell do you think you are?" She hollered, but Narut did not respond. "Why should he have to?" Rica had left the room to head to the Hokag office to receive the team results. Afterwards, he could go home. Naruto sat in silence as he thought about who his Jonan was going to be. He wondered who his teammates would be. If it was either Menma, Naruko, or Sasuke, he's killing himself. An hour later, came in the room with a smile. Well, all right. Your team selection has been made. Here they are. Team one is Narut zoned out you till he heard people who mattered. Team seven is Sasuke Aiha, Sakura Haruno and Sai which is led by Kakashi Hataki. Team eight is Hinata Huga Ka Inazuka and Shino Abirim led by Kurinai Yuhi. Team nine is still being held from last year. Team 10 is Shikamaru Nara, Choji Akimichi and Enino Yamanaka led by Asuma Saruti. Team 11 is Menma Uzumaki and Naruko Uzumaki led by Kusha Uzumaki. Team 12 is Seori Aiha. Yakumo Kurama and Narut Uzumaki led by Enko Midarashi. Narut frowned on the outside as he saw Seori smirked. Looks like I'll be getting my answers loser. You can't escape me now. Naruto stayed calm, but on the inside, "Shit for first step as a ninja confrontation. This had to be my life today." Nar mumbled as he sat in the seat further from the group as possible. There was six of them in the room as every team had left with their sensei. So, it was just two teams left, Ankos and Kakashi's. Naruto remembered the look his mother gave him when she came for her team. It was look of longing and heartbreak which he didn't give a rat's ass to be quite honest. So it was just team seven and team 12 waiting for their sensei. Sasuke was too busy playing with his canai and imagining slicing through a certain blond's neck. Sakura was just eyeing the male aiha like a slice of meat. And Sai was just being the creep. He was all silent but observing. Kind of like him in a way. But the look in his eyes says he's not just observing, he's analyzing. His eyes would dart at him but then go to Sasuke. He didn't know what the weirdo was up to, but he'll be ready to avoid whatever Sai has in store for him. Sori was just glaring at the chalkboard of the room, but sometimes sneaking glances at Narut, but then would scowl at him before glare at the board again. Then there was Yakumo. Yakumo possesses long brown hair and light brown eyes. Her hair is straight on one side, but on the other side it is in a braid. In addition, she sports a clip with two circular designs. Her outfit was consisted of kimono-like shirts that had long right sleeves and short left sleeves that were held close by a wide pink sash with red mesh armor underneath it all with a light blue skirt and a brown headband. She was a nice girl, albeit she never really talked to anyone and minded her own business. When she did talk, however, she wasn't mean to anyone, not even to him, which would probably get you brownie points in the village, but she chose not to, which earned his respect. She was an outsider, really never really had much friends, so she was never biased. It was very rare to find people like her in this damn school. And inwardly, he felt lucky to have her on his team. Sori, on the other hand, is a [ __ ] so he couldn't give a damn about her. Hey, dumbass. How long are you just going to keep staring at nothing? Sori started. Nar, who was petting a sleeping Kiro, glared back. If you haven't realized, [ __ ] where is our teacher? What you want me to teach? Before that became a fight, however, a woman with purple spiky hair came in. Well, this is the Jennon I have to teach. Well, you all look like you have promise, but then again, the I can be deceiving. At training ground 12, maggots, you have 10 minutes. If you're even a second late, I'll Well, it's surprise. With that, Anko disappeared in plain view of the Jennine, leaving them speechless. Narut with a now awakened Kachiro walked out first with Yakumo loosely following. Sori moved to leave too but Sasuke spoke out which made her clench her teeth. Try not to shame the Aiha name Sori. You know the clan doesn't allow weaklings. Sori glared back. You should worry about yourself, Baka. Last I checked, despite you doing better all around the year, it was I who bested you during the graduation exam. It's a shame that my growth surpassed you at the last minute. But hey, better late than never, she said, walking out, ignoring Sakura's howls to shut up in Sasuke's growls. But what Sasuke didn't know was that the very thing that made an Aiha and Achiha is what Sori already developed. Yes, Sori already had the charing gun. Shows, you idiot. Wait till we're both older. I'll crush you and gain status as clan head, she said with her sharing gun activated in anger. A few minutes of running, she caught up to the two teammates and they all ran to the training ground in record time. Not really interested in understanding what their sensei meant by the surprise. Once they came to the training ground, Anko sat there eating a plate of sweat dango chewing with a smile. She saw her students and smiled. 9 minutes youakis were cutting it close. We'll have to work on your speed. Well, normally I would give you all a test as that's the rules, but [ __ ] the rules. I don't care. I'll just give you all an individual one- on-one and we'll evaluate your capabilities. But first, introductions. The Jennon smiled. They already liked their sensei. Sure, she was a bit much in terms of energy, but and there was something about that smile that they didn't like, but she was legit. Okay, I'll go first. My name is Anko Midarashi, but when we're here or on missions, I am Anko Sensei, Midarashi Sensei, or Anko Chan. Not just those first two. Call me the last one. I'll shove my snake so far up your assets, you'll piss venom. The jennine nodded. Boom. There it is. The usual snake queen. Nar thought as he looked at his new sensei during his roundabouts in the village during his lonely years. He would see the woman in the bars drinking and eating away, and she would cuss out a few of the older men of the village as they were usually drunk and hit on her. When the first time he saw it, he was about to step in and do something because she was a bit tipsy and the men might overpower her due to their size and numbers. But when she got up and demolished all of them with just dango stick and a plate, he had nightmares if he made an enemy out of her. He still somewhat pitted the men. They'll never urinate through the same hole again. My hobbies include eating dango, working in Ti, and hanging with Kurin Chan. That part made Yakumo flinch slightly which went noticed by Narut and Enko. I hate Kakashi. I hate people who are late which again Kakashi and I don't like guys outfit. My goal is to make sure Yugakis are big in the shinobi world. Okay, you big broody anko said pointing to Sori. My name is Sori Aiha. I like it doesn't matter. I hate many things. My goal is to be able to become the best Achiha since Madara and settle down afterwards. After that, she slightly blushed and looked over to her left, which so happened to be where Narut sat. Anko saw that and smirked. "Well, well, well. Seems we have a bit of a violent crush. I remember when that was me and Raa, the hopeless dot." "All right, you meek girl." Yakumo sideighed. My name is Yakumo Kurama. I like painting, sculptures, anything art related. I hate a certain someone and my dream is to become a full Kunoichi and prove someone I can be a shinobi, she said determined. Enko sighed. Oh, Nchan, what have you done to her? She thought before pointing to Nar who was playing with Kachiro. All right, blondie, off you go now. Nar kept a blank face. My name is Nar Kitsun. No longer Uzumaki. No longer Namikes. Kitsun just that I like little Kachiro here and the rest of my summons. He had a warm smile that made both girls blush a little. They've never seen Narut smile like that. It made him look a little more appealing. I hate the Name's family, every single one of them. I also don't really favor ramen all that much. It's good, but not to eat everyday, you know. Sushi is better. And my dream is to become the best ninja in the lands, Naruto said. Enko frowned a bit. As much as I hate Kakashi, he did have a sharp eye. Narudo does not like his family at all. I hope I can change that outlook of his. It's not healthy. He doesn't sound too loyal to the village either, but he didn't say he hated it. So, he's on a balance. And if someone pushes him too far, she thought before she clapped her hands. Well then, Gakis, nice introductory. Now, tell me about your skills. Go, Blondie. Nar frowned. I'm more of a ninjutsu specialist, but I'm not too shabby anywhere else. I'm proficient in tai jutsu, and I'm learning a bit of kjutsu. Jenjutsu is definitely my weakest area due to my chakra reserves, but I'm learning around that disability. Sori would have mocked him, saying he wasn't that good. Not in his life, but then she remembered the Jennine exam and how good he was. Could he be telling the truth? She thought, "I'm good at jing jutsu, but I'm not so good at everything else due to my frail body. But I want to change that. I want to get stronger. Yakumo said with heavy determination. Enko smiled at her. Don't worry, brat. Stick with me. I'll get you there, but I won't be going easy on you. It'll be hell throughout this starting today. Sori started talking with a smug look on her face. I'm also a bit of a ninjutsu specialist, but I'm not bad at jingjutsu, but I mostly like tai jutsu and I like shuriken jutsu. I don't have a weakness. Narut rolled his eyes. [ __ ] You absolutely suck when it comes to chakra reserves. Your chakra for an aiha is actually very low. I'm surprised your father hasn't disowned you yet. A basic fireball jutzu is literally torture on your lungs. Sori glared hard at Nar, but mostly because he's right. Her stamina compared to others is a bit low, but that didn't mean she didn't train. Anko chuckled when the Aiha glared at the blonde. Well, don't worry, my gakis. I've got this covered. We will be training non-stop and rectifying your weaknesses one by one and will make you super strong. Believe in me, Anko said while she threw her dango sticks at the students. Now, let's play a quick game of dodge to boost those reflexes. Enko smiled sadistically as she chased her Jennon around, throwing all kinds of things at them. Time skip. 4 hours later, Naruto was seen entering the residence office for shinobi after Anko's training session. He had been made a full shinobi today, so he need to do something. Move out of the house. He had been planning to do this since he was 5. He was ready to get out of that hell hole, and this piece of paper in his right hand will help him do that. You see, he got this signed way back when the family ever noticed him. He was ever so slick with his deception with the Hokag. In his hand that he would be giving to the landlord of this building is his Jennon license and his orphan paper with 500 0000 yen from his father's saving account. The money was easy to get. As if there was one thing he was lucky enough to be in that family for was that the money they had. Though he never felt one penny being used on him, he could always count that the Namic family was rich. So it wasn't hard to steal that much and still not even make a dent in the savings account. But the signature he needed from the Hokag would be the hard part. But it was so easy that he almost hated the man for making it that easy. Mini flashback. Naruto raced to the Hokage's office to see with the piece of paper in his hands with hope in his eyes. For in his hands was papers to disown him from the clan so he could live on his own. Nar had enough of the hell he was forced to endure every day while seeing Menma and Naruko live the good life. He couldn't take it anymore. So with his intelligent mind, he would go into the human resources of Kenoha, henched into an older adult of course and took some papers, he had to be very discreet as even though they neglected him. His parents and siblings were very observing when they wanted to, but he got away this much, so not all that observing. Naruto knew that he was only five at the moment, so he couldn't do much on his own at the moment, but he knew that there were discounted Shinobi apartments in the general area, so when he became a jennon, that's where he was going. He made it to the Hokag Tower and dashed into the door, startling Minato, who was busy signing papers and also thinking of Menma and Naruko<unk>'s training regimen. "Oh, it's just you, Nar. What do you want? Can't you see that I'm busy?" Minato said to his son in a rushing tone. Nar in his little childlike voice spoke. Tuchan, I need you to sign something. It's an autograph for my friend. He doesn't believe that you're my father and this signature will prove that," he said as he raised the paper, which in fact had a meek little jingutsu on it to his father. "He even sometimes I don't even believe that I'm your father." Naruto, "Go away. I'm very busy." Minato shued. Nar flinched at the comment. No matter how hard he wanted to get out, that still hurt again. finding the courage to even speak after something so hurtful, he continued the onslaught. Be but Tuchan, please do this and I'll never ask for anything ever again. Not even for your love and attention, you heartless, worthless bastard, he thought. Minato snatched the paper and signed it fast. Here now get out. But if you see you siblings, tell them I said to be up bright and early tomorrow. I'll be teach them as hard as ever. Narut only nodded as he left the room. He left the tower in smiles, but the lone tear falling down his cheek suggests he's feeling otherwise. Mini flashback end. Nar sighed as he brought the paper to the desk. I'd like to buy an apartment, please. The man looked down at Nar and sighed to himself. Another orphan? This world is nuts, I swear, he thought. He grabbed the paper and looked at it after scanning it. So, you're a shinobi? Narut nodded with a slight smile. Freshly made jennine. Yes. The man smiled back weakly. Right. So, you understand that half of your genine pay from missions D rank to any rank will be going to your rent. Your rent will start at 12,000 yen a month. And when you increase in shinobi rank, your rent will increase 10%. Trust me, we'll know when you increase in rent. Your records will appear when your payment is due. So, don't hide it in order to stay in a cheaper apartment. It won't work here. Nar nodded. He looked up the derank payment options and derank missions pay can be 50,000 to 100,000 yen. So, really, he wasn't left with much after rent, but he'd make it work. He always does. All right, sir. Is there anything I have to sign? He said. The man brought the papers in order for the boy to claim an available room and then afterwards give him the keys. Follow me, the man said. The man took Narudo to the fourth floor and walked to the middle of the hall where they stopped to a door that said 47. He opened the door with the key and saw the apartment to be average. It had a small kitchen which connects to the living room and his bedroom was down the hall. Well, this is you. Any questions, kid? Nar turned to him. How are you on pets? The man sideighed. This is a shinobi building. If you have summons, then it should be all right. But make sure they're house trained, though. With that, the man left, leaving Narut to smile. Finally, I'm alone. I'm free. He laughed as he Cachiro, who was around his neck, jumped of his master, and yipped, "Hell yeah, now I can roam around and not be hidden in such a stuffy room." He yipped as he ran around the apartment trying to get a feel for his new home. Naruto smiled as he looked around. The place needs a bit of the kitsun magic, but it's something I'll fix up later. Now though, I'll get my clothes from them. He said as he left Kachiro, who was rolling around on the rug, getting his scent in it. When he made it to his home, he walked through the door to see the entire family, including Jeriah and eating with them. Kusha smiled brightly when she saw Narut enter and spoke. Sochi, where have you been? We were just having a celebratory dinner in honor of your graduation. Come sit next to your sister and I Naruko smiled happily as slapped the chair beside her excitedly. Yeah, come Nissan. She shouted. Menma just glared at the plate on front of him with annoyance. Minato laughed. Well, come on Nar, you have to tell us how well you did in the exam. Nar watched them all in annoyance. He hated them with everything he had. Narudo ran up the stairs and packed some bags. Kusha grew confused and her heart dropped when she saw the passive look in her son's eyes. "Amato," said Hokag grew confused, but everything was answered when they saw their son walk down with three bags. "I'm leaving," he said plainly before walking out the room. Minato and Kusha watched their eldest son began to walk out of their lives in shock. What? No, Narachan. She shouted as tears immediately fell. Minato flashed in front of his son using his famous jutzu. Flying Ryen. Nar, you couldn't be serious. You're not really leaving, are you? This is some sort of prank, right? Narly glared at him. In what world would I waste my time and effort into pranking you? I don't even want to be in the same room as you all. Jeriah frowned. You're being harsh, kid. Just because we may have ignored you for a bit, Dash. 12 years to be exact. And you didn't just ignore me. You blatantly forgot me. You left me alone. Alone to defend for myself. There was nights where I didn't have a warm meal. Nights where I couldn't even get in the damn gate because my family turned in for the night counting four heads in the house. Not 5 in. Naruto frowned. I had to learn how to do everything myself, how to cook for myself, clean after myself, how to tie my shoes, how to read, write, potty train, everything. Because Menma and Naruko come first, right? Well, count me out. I'm done. He began to walk forward, butsunade yelled. You need to grow up, brat. Your siblings are Dash. Do I look slow, sununade? I understand quite well what they are, but that doesn't give them the excuse. Should a sensei favor one student because they are more talented even though they have two other jennon? Does that make any sense? Naruko ran up to Narut and hugged him. Naru and I, please, please don't leave. You can't leave. Nar glared at her. You act as if we have a good relationship, Nason. I remember vaguely that you were one of them who laughed at me at my time of loneliness and pain. Why are you any different? Because I love you, Nissan. Please don't leave me, she cried, holding him tighter as if she let go. He'd disappear. Menma rolled his eyes. Who cards if the loser goes honestly? Good riddance, you hopeless basta. Dash asterisk bum. Menma was punched back by the red flash that was his sister. Shut up, you horrible excuse for a human being. She said, glaring at him with reds slitted eyes. She had accidentally channeled Kurama's chakra. Jeriah, Kusha, Sununade, and Manado saw this and immediately stepped in, giving Narudo the chance to slip away, leaving the Namke's household forever. Narudo smiled as he walked out the house, hearing the commotion of Naruko beating Menma's arrogant ass while the grown-ups try and break them apart. This is the first step of becoming the most greatest shinobi. Next step, dealing with Tako sensei's crazy training, he said in a shudder, walking in his new apartment with a smile. Five. The C rank mission. The next few months went off pretty well for Nar as he was living his life as a full-fledged shinobi. Ever since he moved out, things have been calm for him, and he never had to look out for anyone but himself and his little fox, Kachiro. His training with Tako Sensei has been going well as he was able to remain fit as ever and not slacking off in any shape or form. The only problem was his family. They wouldn't leave him alone or more likely Kusha, Naruko, Sununade, and Jeriah wouldn't leave him alone. Minado and Menma seem to have gotten the hint by now. Whenever Naruto is strolling through the empty streets, somehow his weward sister would find him and barrage him with multiple questions, mostly ones that involve him into going back home with them, which was an obvious no. Then was Kusha, being the weirdo that she is, would sneak into his apartment almost every night and watch him sleep, even going so far as to cook him breakfast with a little note, saying that she loved him and wished for him to come home. He remembered because Kachiro had woken up one night and smelt her and chased her off by nearly waking up Nar. The fact that she could just easily sneak in his home like that made him uneasy just because she wasn't the only one who did it. Jeriah seemed to make put it upon himself to enter his home on numerous occasions. For what? He had no clue, but he needed to put a stop to all this annoyance. Was an entire different excuse. Anytime he even walked the same street as her and she spotted him, she would go into an enraged fit, demanding he head back home and apologize to his family. The plan obviously didn't work as he instantly used the substitution jutzu on a clone he made while using a transformation jutzu on it to disappear on. He just didn't have the time nor the power to deal with her at those times. It was getting to be a pain and he needed to get rid of. Right now, he was getting ready to leave his house to go to his team meeting. Team 12's has been progressing quite well under the guidance of the snake mistress of Kenoha. During the few months of doing those awful D-rank missions, the teamwork of the group had grown since the beginning. He and Yakumo have become closer friends. He understands her burden and her desire to become a great kunowichi with Jenjutsu, surpassing Karina Yuhi. His relationship with the Aiha was a bit better. I mean, she's still a [ __ ] but they move towards rivals that knew each other's secret powers other than enemies. Flashback. We find Nar in of the vill's training grounds where everything was private. He loosened up a bit with Kachiro and was ready to summon his teachers. He did the hand signs and slammed his hands down, letting Seo and To appear. Hello, Naruto. Kachirokuin, it's been a while, hasn't it? How have you kids been? she said sweetly, which warmed Naruto's heart. We've been great, Sanio sensei. Sorry for not summoning you for training. We've just been a little busy with the missions lately. Ever since I became a Jennon, my time is limited. To scoffed. [ __ ] You just wanted to skip out on my training, didn't you? He threatened with a sadistic smirk, which caused Nar to sweat. And no, it's true, Takos Sama. Naruto Kuan really did become a jennon not too long ago. On my foxnout, I'm telling the truth. Kaciro pleaded for his master. Tako rolled his eyes and sighed. "Whatever. Look, let's<unk> just get to the base of this kenjutsu stance. You have your bachen with you, correct?" he said, getting into his human form and got into his stance. Narut nodded his head as he went into the beginner's stance. Tako smiled a bit. You mastered the stance, but have you mastered the basic katas? Teao charged at him in speed that was slow enough for him, but fast for Naruto's eyes as he blitzed to him. He swung his bachen on Nar, making the blonde raise his wooden sword to defend himself from his strikes. His movements were smooth and Nar was blocking well. "Yes, you've been practicing that I can see." "Well done," he said after a minute of sparring. Nar widened his eyes. Wait, that's it? Just a minute of sparring and we're done. To turned back into his regular fox form, walking to the side. There isn't a point in to continue. My drive was to see if you've practiced with your katas, which you have. You're just a fledgling kit. You still have a long way to go. Beginner stage is where you'll stay for now until you're ready. No need to rush. Just keep practicing your style. While you held the power, your speed is lacking. You need to be faster. Train more with the style more you till it becomes more fluid. Then we may advance. Right now though, Seo Chan would like to test you on your with style jutzu. Narut nodded as he put his baken away as Seo walked up in the field. She then transformed into her human form which was a was a nice tall elegant woman with two silky white tails hanging from her back and wore an old Chinese battle kimono. Well, Naruto, please show me your jutzu. If you impress me and show me that your training was good, I might show you a strong jutzu. Don't make me waste the chakra it took to shift into this form. Narut gulped but cracked his knuckles. Why? You look absolutely gorgeous. Seo. The tan fox smirked. Flattery will get you nowhere. Nar smiles as he went through hand seals. Unfortunately though, unknown to the group, Sori was walking into the field in order to get some training in where she stumbled upon something extraordinary. With style, silent strangling jutzu, Narudo shouted, creating five wood pillars around Sodto that wrapped around her and restricted her movement. She struggled immensely as she tried to break free, but it was useless. The wood was too strong. Plus, Naruto learned the hard part, which was to drain the opponent of his chakra while restraining them by mixing some of their own life force and will in there. "All right, I give." "Well done, Nar Dash." "Umaki!" a voice yelled. Nar turned to the voice and winced as he saw his enemy/temate. "What do you want, Achiha?" Sori frowned at him. "You tell me? Tell me. How'd you do that?" Narut turned his head to his summons, who looked at the Aiha in anger. It wasn't a surprise whose clan member was responsible for Q.B's involvement in Kenoha's near destruction. Don't play stupid. You possessed the Senju's bloodline. The wood release. I saw that technique you did. How do you have it? Why the hell didn't you tell anyone? Nar frowned. Why didn't you tell your clansmen about your shinggon? Sori froze. Hh. How do you know about that? You happened to activate it in training one time but quickly deactivate it but I saw it. Sori widened her eyes. Look, if you promise not to tell my family or anyone else about my with style, I won't tell anyone about you already unlocking your sharing. Deal. Nar took out his hand. Sori looked at his hand before taking out her hand to shake. I wasn't going to snitch in the first place. You know, I understand your reasonings in not wanting to tell people. Why? Have a soft spot for your teammate. Nar teased. Sori turned her face the other direction and blushed. No, dumbass. It's just complicated is all. Whatever. I won't tell. I promise. But on one condition. Nar looked over at her with a surprise. Train with me," she suggested with a blush on her face. Nar widened his eyes in shock. Sori Aiha, the sister of his tormentor, also being a tormentor herself. The Achiha prodigy wants to train with him. Despite her low reserves, she was gifted even for an Aiha. She was always on him about being the dumbest she'd ever laid eyes on, but now she's asking for help in her training. Nar formed a small smirk. Nah, I'm good. changed my mind. Go ahead and start with my family first. I'm sure they'd love to hear how their weward son has surpassed their expectations again," Narudo said, walking away with his unusually silent fox summons. Sori lost her cute, blushing demeanor and replaced it with an angry, flushed face. "Oh, you [ __ ] bastard," she said as she moved to storm off, but she stopped once she heard him again. Tomorrow after team meetings, we'll have to work on your chakra reserves. Can't have my teammate tired all the time. Sori looked back with a smile. Why yeah? Flashback end. After that faithful day, the two would train with one another damn near every time they had team meetings. It was a scratch my back, I scratch yours type of situation. For Narut, if he helped Sori, he would gain a bit of help on his tai jutsu and shuriken jutsu, while Sori would gain some help on her chakra control and gain in her reserves. Yakumo would occasionally join in on the after team meeting training as she would gain some more physical activity to strengthen her body. So far, the team dynamics have indeed strengthened and he could say that he actually liked his team. Anko was, although kind of insane, a component sensei. Yakumo was a good friend and he even didn't have the drive to straggle Sori to the point where her sharing eyes would pop out her skull and shove them up her ass so she can use its power to predict the movement of her bowels anymore. So right now he was changing into his outfit. He decided to change up his outfit a bit as he now wore a zip-up black sweater with a short sleeve orange hayori with black flames on the bottom of it. On his sleeves he had navy blue bands on each sleeve. He wore cream andbu pants with black black sandals matching his black headband with the straps flowing in the wind. All in all, he looked like a knockoff of his father, which honestly wasn't bad. Despite him hating the man, he couldn't hate on his style of clothing. Kachiro, who watched his master change his clothes, hopped on his shoulder. So, are you going to try getting a C rank today? Naruto sama. Nar shrugged his shoulders. I don't know. Mostly it's up to Enko sensei to see if we're worthy enough, but to be honest with you, we kind of are. I mean, our teamwork is passable. Yakumo, Sori, and I have come to an understanding, and we are strong enough for a higher ranked mission. The smaller fox yipped in approval. Then, let's go request for one. I'm sure Yakumo Chan and Sori Chan feel the same, right? Narut left his apartment. Hopefully, he walked to the Hokag's office because at this part of the day, that's where his team meets up in order to get a mission to start out the day. He passed by. He received a lot of humbled looks in the village, but still a few death glares. Some things will never change around here. [ __ ] bastards, he thought as he sped towards the Hokag tower where his team was most likely waiting for him. He made it to the office and when he entered the room, he rolled his eyes at what he saw. His team was there. Yes. But beside them were two other teams. On the left side there was team seven minus Kakashi, but replacing him was a woman in her mid-30s. She looked a lot like Sori, but she older in a Jonan uniform. On the right side was team 11 with Kusha. Hey Narudo. Right on time. Minato shouted, shooting a smile at his son. Like the look, he said, winking at him, getting an eye roll from the kitsun boy. Thank you, Hokag Sama, he said with a bit of disdain, but otherwise emotionless. Manado sighed in depression. At least that's a start in the right direction. Anyway, team 12 have been assigned to a C rank mission as apparently their D ranks were unsatisfactory and I remembered that the others have complained the same. Correct. Hen those worthless missions weren't worthy enough to be done by the likes of an elite like myself. Sasuke said with Sakura gushing over him. Likewise though I'm pretty sure the loser had a difficult time with them. Menma laughed at his brother who didn't even acknowledge his presence. Naruko glared at her brother while glancing apologetically towards her older brother who only glared at her in response causing Maro to look down in tears. Kusha looked at her son. Hello, Sochi, how are you? Narut just stared at her. I'm well, Namik Sama. She frowned. That's not what she wanted to hear. Please, Sochi, just call me Dash. I'm sorry, but I'm done talking to you on a personal level. He turned to Minato, ignoring his mother's sad, defeated face. Anyway, since you guys wanted to go on higher missions, I don't see why I won't send you all on this together. more protection for the client while you all get the experience. Now, I had a different mission for Kakashi to go on a loan, but Makoto had volunteered to be the team's temporary sensei until he returns. So, is there any objections? The shinobi gathered around the room, shook her head. So, what's the mission? Nar asked. Well, since it's a C-rank, it's a simple escort mission to Zunaan. Soon, a man in his late 50s came in the room. a little tie piece from the whiskey bottle. What the hell is this? You're telling me that all you got are a couple of kids? The drunk said. Minato sighed. Look to Zunaan. I'm aware that they're just children, but they are all very talented and Posi's great skills besides if they fail. Their sense are more than capable of handling the situation. So, don't worry, he said. Tuna looked at all of the children in distaste. All right. I'm a very important person in the land of waves, and I expect you to escort me there safely, even if it cost you your lives." The Jennine nodded their heads with determination. Though Sakura and Yakumo had a bit of fear in their hearts, but how their individual teams dealt with either showed. "Don't worry, Yakumo." We<unk>ll be fine. "We've trained for this, remember," Sori said. "Besides, even if you fall, we<unk>ll be right there with you. You're not alone," Narut said with his encouraging smirk. The Jenjutsu Jennd. T. Thanks guys. You're right. Let's do this. Sakura's team. However, try not to slow me down. Don't get in my way. Sasuke said to both Sakura and Sai wouldn't dream of it, Dicklas. And you shouldn't get in my way either. As well as you, Sakura. Lord knows what your skill set will accomplish on this mission. He said, giving her a fake smile, lowering her self-esteem. Makoto watched the encounter and frowned at not only Sasuke's disrespect but the lack of teamwork shown in the team. Jesus Kakashi, what were you doing? Kusha went in front of everyone and spoke. We<unk>ll meet at the gate in 30 minutes. Should be enough time for me to sober up our client. She cracked her knuckles, giving Tzuna a bit of fear. All right, then disperse. Except for you, Nar, Minato said. Kusha looked behind her in a sad look while holding Tzuna by his shirt collar before dragging him out the office along with everyone besides the two blondes. Narut looked at the Hokag with indifference. Yes, Hokag sama. Minato looked at his son in a bit of sadness. Take care of yourself, Nar. Listen to your sensei and be safe. Nar snarled. You think that I'm stupid and weak like all those years ago, huh? that I'm still the weak little child you pestered away. News flash, Hokag sama, but I've outgrown you and that little family love of yours. Is that all?" he asked, looking at Minato's saddened face, trying to hold back tears. "And no, that's it. Good luck." Nar nodded and left the office, leaving the Hokag to weep in his office alone. 30 minutes later, Naruto was seen at the entrance by himself, petting Kachiro, who was sleeping, gaining his energy for the mission. He later hears footsteps and turns his head, seeing the Achiha family walking up to the gate. "Well, hello there, little Nar. Are you ready for the mission?" Makoto asked, Nar nodded his head as he continued to pet his fox. The elder Achiha looked at the fox in the boy's hand and smiled. So, is that the fox summoning that you have? That's really impressive, Naruto. Kachiro woke up at that point, smelling a familiar smell as he looked up and saw an Aiiah looking at him and growled, but it lowered once he felt Naruto's pat. That growl shocked Makoto as looked up to Nar. Sorry, Achihasama, but he nor the other foxes are fond of Achihas, but they are warming up to say Ori though. Nar thought. Sasuke overheard this and smiled. Because they know we're their betters, do Kachiro snapped. Because we can't stand low-life copycats like your clan is. The reason they have the charing gun is because they have no skill without it. So Cammy gave it to you to out of pity. Sasuke growled. What did that little flea bag say about the aiha? Kachiro growled as his own chakra started to rile up. You heard me, duck ass [ __ ] Makoto turned to her son, sharing blazing. Sasuke, that's enough. Sasuke froze at his mother's harsh glare, but still glared at Nar and his little demon fox. Nar calmed down his Kachiro by scratching it behind his delicate spots, getting him to purr. Sori sat next to her teammate and petted Kachiro, who allowed her to. Makoto smirked. "So you two seem to awfully close," she teased. Narut and Sori looked at each other in confusion before realizing what she said and turned the other way blushing. I don't know what you mean, they said simultaneously. The elder Aiha smiled. Of course you don't. And Narutkuin the blonde looked up. My name is Makoto, but you may call me Makoto Chan and know that no matter what, whatever you may feel about me from the past, just to know that I am always here for you to help. Narut widened his eyes. T Thank you, Yuk Makoto san. Makoto smiled. It was progress. What the Hokag family failed to remember is that they already pushed Narut away. He's his own person now. But they also forgot to give him the choice of coming home on his own. Not by forcing him, but by letting him be alone for a while while also leaving the door open to him while giving him the minuscule amount of support. Showing that you care but respect him. Makoto may not have been there for Narudo in the past, but now she wants to let him know that she will be there for anything despite what the clan or her family might think. But maybe in the future, you can call me Mikoto Ka Chan in the future cause being a certain in-law. She finished before both kids blushed red like a tomatoes. That was the sight was what the Namic family and the rest of the team came to see. Yakumo saw this and smirked. She knew that deep down Sori had a little thing for Narut and for Narut. Deep, deep, deep down. He actually cared for the Aiha teammate and it's her job to be their matchmaker. How, you might ask? The Kurama clan member rushed to her teammates and got behind them. You two love birds are so cute. Oh my god, enough. Sori said having been embarrassed enough for today as she stormed away from Nar. Enko looked at Yakumo and patted her shoulder. All right, just keep up the pressure now. They'll break by the end of this mission. Yakumo smirked evily. Oh, I count on it, she said. Kusha and her twins came in the scene. Hey, Narutini. Naruko greeted. Narly stared at her in acknowledgement before turning his head. Are you ready for our mission? Yes, Uzzu. Maki san. Nar then proceeded to gate and wait there, ignoring Naruto's sad smile. She was ecstatic to be in the same mission as her elder brother, but he won't give her the time of day. Kusha felt the same vibe as she was trying to start a conversation with her son, but he would just shrugged her off. Soon, Tzuna showed up sober and the group was off. It was a silent for a while as the group took off towards Wave. Before the left, the sense decided to move information that best protects the client. The sensei's would walk behind them and observe everything while since there is eight jennon it was even and paired them up. Naruto and Menma were in the front of Tzuna. Seori and Sakura were on the right. Sasuke and Sai were on the right and Yakumo and Naruko were on the left of him and they left to wave in those positions. After walking a few miles out, Narut let down Kachiro who was on his shoulders so he could stretch his legs and observe the world outside of Kohaa for himself. Even if he would run off from the group, he'd always come back to him because they're bound. Menma scoffed as he saw the fox prance around. "A mut owning a mut? Isn't that hysterical?" he joked. Narut remained blank face. "At least my mut was homerained before the age of 8. You moronic piss ant." Menma glared at him. "What did you just say to me, loser?" "Menma!" Kusha yelled from behind the group. While he was being scolded, Kurama decided to speak. Something something is not right. Well, good morning to you too, Fuzzy. Haven't heard from you in a while. What's wrong? Kurama growled. My name is Kurama. Not [ __ ] Fizzy or Fuzball or any of that [ __ ] Respect me, damn it. Nar shrugged his shoulders. I don't know, fuzzy nuts. Respect is earned, not given. But what's up? What's not right? Kurama growled at the name choice but spoke regardless. Something is off in the air. Something negative. Look at that puddle kit. It didn't rain before today. Nar looked down and as it was said, a puddle laid there on the ground. Nar could only think of one thing. Transformation. He looked at his sensei's behind them and saw that they noticed but aren't doing anything about it, but no one noticed it. which probably means they want to test us. Okay, I'll give them a test worth watching. Naruto snapped his fingers, calling Kachiro back and told him of the plan, which the fox tipped in approval. After passing the puddle, something burst into life, showing the two ninja in the water. They were fast as they captured Kusha, Makoto, and Anko up before killing them by slicing them in half. The group were shocked by that stunt as the two shinobi smirked. That was too easy, right Mizu? Hell yeah, Gou. Now let's get the rest. The Jen and present were shocked to do anything except for one. As Narut sprung into action, he sped up to the demon brothers in mind-boggling speed and countered their attacks with his Bachkin. Shadow clone jutzu, he shouted, creating two clones to fight the brothers separately, while Nar himself readied his jutzu. Then Narut did a few hand seals and shouted kitsun style kitsun by with that the red fire shot towards both brothers as Kurama's head consumed them easily scorching them to submission. Nar stopped the technique leaving the two brothers nearly dead. The people around were astonished at Naruto's show of skill. W what jutzu was that? Menma thought in anger. That jutzu, it doesn't belong in the hands of a weakling. It needs to be in the hands of a aiha elite, Sasuke thought. Naruko stood astonished as she watched her brother, who was believed to be weak. Show tremendous amount of strength. Nissan, so cool, she praised. Sori only smirked. Hey, not bad for an idiot. Nar smirked at her. Well, I'd like to see you do better. Slowpoke cuz you seemed pretty intent on freezing. The Aiha Kunoichi blushed in embarrassment. SS shut up. I didn't freeze. I I was observing your talent, that's all. Nar smirked. Sure you did, [ __ ] Nar turned to Tzuna. But you need to talk now. Six. Zabuza, the swordsman of the mist. You better start talking to Zuna. What the hell was that about? Nar started. Anko, Kusha, and Makoto came out of their hiding spots and smiled at Narut. Excellent work, Narut. You must tell me where you learned that jutzu from. Makoto praised. Yes, amazing job, Sochi. Strong, just like your father. Nar frowned at Kusha's comment, but turned to the Aiha matriarch. Thank you, Makoto sensei. He acknowledged her with a small smile. Kusha frowned in sadness as she realized that he only acknowledged Makoto and not her, his mother. Anko laughed as she grabbed her blonde Jennon and gave him a nooie, scaring poor Nar. Haha, that's my cute little Jennon, all powerful and [ __ ] However, during this transaction though, Enkko was quick to pull out a canai and threw it at the feet of the bridge builder Tzuna. But I believe my cute little Jennon asked you an important question that I myself would like to know the answer to. Kusha cracked her fists while Makoto activated her charing gun. We agree as well. Tzuna began to sweat when he tried to back away, but he jumped as he felt Kaciro bite the back of his foot. He shook him off into the air where he landed right on top of Naruto's head perfectly. Talk. What's going on, Tzuna? The old man just watched the shinobi in front of him with a very somber look. All right. All right. I'll spill it. Gez, you didn't have to threaten me. You know, I'm an old man. Yeah. An old man who apparently likes to drink his old liver out. Sori made a retort but kept it to herself. Tuna spoke. Have you ever heard of a man named Gado? The Jennon around remained confused, but the three Jonan raised their eyebrows. Gado? You mean the shipping industries Gateau? Enko asked. Tzuna nodded. Yes, that's him. He is the owner of the Gateto shipping company, but it turns out that his company is just a front and what he really does is smuggle in drugs and human trafficking and a buttload of other things the public doesn't know about. He has cut our resources dry and is holding wave by the throat and isn't letting go. Our only response to revitalize our country is to build a bridge to connect us to the mainland, but God does not want that and threatening to kill anyone who is working on that bridge, he sobbed. The others watched as he looked down at his feet and shook. The man was basically breaking down in front of them and they had no choice but to watch. I I am waves only hope in stopping this f from happening to us anymore. I I can save the land, but I can't do so if Dash. If God's men try and wipe you out, Sakura said with Tzuna nodding. Well, why didn't you say so before? Yikumo asked. We as the land of waves haven't gotten the right amount to afford for a rank mission. We could only afford a C rank due to our poor economy. Kusha smiled sadly. Well, for starters, you could have easily told the truth to Zuna. Whether or not you had the right amount of money is different. If you didn't, we could have talked about another way to provide the payment with our Hokag as I'm sure he'd be happy to work with you. The mission you requested should be ranked be rank or even a rank. Sai started. We're<unk> only Jennine, the smallest, most inexperienced ninja in our village. We couldn't even begin to know what to do here. We're not really ready for this type of missions, Sakura said, most likely speaking for herself. Tuna sighed in understanding. After all, they are still just kids. Anko sighed as she looked at her two fellow Jonan and they all silently agreed that this mission is over. Well, guys, since the clientele has lied about his mission details, I'm afraid we're dash taking him home. The Jennon turned around to see Nar standing by Tzuna. Well, I'm going. Everyone turned to the fox summoner. Nar, Yakumo shouted, but Anko stepped in. Look, Gaki, it's not up to you. You're a jennon. Then I quit, Narut said with a straight face, shocking everyone further. If I leave Tzuna here like this, then I would be a terrible person and a terrible shinobi. I don't care if it's dangerous. Being a ninja myself is all about danger and how we combat it. By turning tails from that danger, we shouldn't even be ninja. It would be against my ninja way if I gave in now. Tuna needs help and I'll be the one to do it even if I have to go it alone. Sori smiled as she walked up to her teammate. I agree with the eating Naruto. This won't sit right with me if I just left to Zuna. And Narut is my teammate. I won't leave him behind, so I'll watch his back no matter what. She said, earning a small smile from her mother. Yakumo walked up and stood in front of Enko, too. I'm staying here with my teammates, too. Enko watched her team in shock, but inwardly she was proud as hell. They stick up for one another. They got each other's backs and will fight if everyone is fighting with all they got. Enko thought. Sasuke spoke. Well, if the do is staying, then so am I. I won't let him outdo me and I'll show everyone a true Aihas power. Sasuke said. Menma laughed. As if I'll win us this mission. Just you wait and see. My power is absolute. Naruko sighed. Well, to make sure this idiot doesn't die. I'll come too and Nissan is right. I can't turn away from Tzuna's plight. Sai remained silent as he analyzed the situation, but Sakura shivered in thought of continuing. WW well. If everyone is ging, I guess. Tuna eyed the jennon in awe. Why you guys? Enko looked back at the other two. Well, personally, I don't mind continuing. Makoto and Kusha looked at each other before sighing, shrugging their shoulders in unison. The Jennon cheered while Tzuna wiped a stray tear. Thank you. Thank you all so much. After this touching scene, the group picked up where they left off and began moving once more. Their mission had been changed. protect Tzuna at all cost while he finishes the bridge and if they have the chance to take out Gado. The Jennon were walking along the path that Tzuna was taking them to. Sakura turned away from gazing at Menma and Sasuke together to Tzuna. Tzuna, are there any ninja in your village? Nope. It's totally civilianike. No Shinobi whatsoever. That's why we came here to ask for help. There are many different ninja villages, Sakura. There are five great ninja villages and some smaller ninja villages too, but not all that strong like the great 5-in Makoto explained. The great five are Dash. IWA, Kiri, Suna, Kumo, and Kohaa. It's<unk> simple academy stuff, Narut answered. Menma laughed. Ha, looks like the idiot does have a brain, Menma said. Naruko growled from where she was. Oh, shut up, Menma. I remember on the Jennine exam written test. That's the question you failed. Sakura stood up for her crush. Shut up, Naruko. What do you know? What I know is that my brother is an idiot. Sasuke scoffed. Yeah, the do is an idiot and always will be. Yakumo glared a fierce glare. At least he's likable. You worthless Achiha trash. Sasuke glared heavily at her while Sori laughed a bit. Why are you laughing? She insulted our clan. No, more like she insulted you, idiot. Sasuke got on her next. Hm. Figures you wouldn't care about that. You let anyone disrespect me because you were always jealous of me. Sori jealous that I was always better than you and always will be. Sori turned to him. You bastard. Do you truly believe that I am inferior to you? You of all people. I'd quicker say I'm inferior to Itachini than you. Makoto and Kusha turned to their children trying to stop the arguments that were unfolding. The only people who weren't engaged in the fight was Narut, Sai, and Tuna. Tzuna turned to the two boys. Are they always like this? Nar answers while he watched his fox hop around. Give or take. This is the first ever collaboration mission, and it turns out it's with the teams that can't stand each other. Tuna sideighed in frustration. I'm going to die, aren't I? Naruto smirked while Sai looked at Tzuna with his smile. No, of course not, they said in unison, which only made Tzuna feel worse. Soon, the group finally silenced themselves after Anko threatened to shove snakes up everyone's asses if they were to continue arguing like they were. The thing with Anko was that it's not like they didn't trust her impulse. They did. That was the problem. She might actually do it. One might say to shove a snake up a person's behind is impossible, but those kinds of people always rule out one equation of the fact. It's Anko. She'll find a way. After walking for quite a while, the group had come to find a boat on a river that led into a foggy river. Wo to Zuna. You said you were bringing back a team, not a goddamn army. There's no room, and I only agreed to do one trip. Enko smiled. Relax, wimp. My team can sacrifice ourselves along with the sensei's. Jennon, other than team 12. Get on the boat with Tzuna. The Jennon followed her command, having Tzuna go first while the Jennon went next. When there was no room left, Sakura blushed. Oh, to sit on either Sasuke Kuan's lap or Menakuin's. Oh, the trail of true love. Take that, Eno Pig. She thought with a blush. Sakura, sit on Naruko's lap, Anko ordered. Sakura widened her eyes. "You're out of your mind. I don't swing that way, you skank." Anko glared at her heavily, which looked almost sinister. "What did you call me, brat?" she asked while licking her cany in a snake- like way. Menma just groaned. "Can you actually stop being so useless for once and actually just listen?" "Come on, you're holding everyone back." Sasuke groaned. Sakura sadly took her spot on Naruko's lap. Not speaking another word, Sori kicked the boat into the water as the group took off on the boat. Enko turned to her team. Well, shall we? Her Jennine nodded as they took their step on the waters. Kusha widened her eyes. Narut already mastered water walking, she thought before following. Once the Jennine on the boat glanced at the Jennine on the water, they steamed with jealousy. Just how the hell are they doing that? How can they do that when I can't? Sasuke shouted, earning a smack to the head by Makoto. Be quiet, Sasuke, or you'll give away our position. Naruto, meanwhile, tried glancing around the area, only to see nothing due to the fog. He looked down in his shirt. Seeing Kachiro<unk>'s head popped out. Do you smell anything, Kachiro? The small fox shook his head. No, we're clear for now. I just wish I could see something. This fog is just so thick. Narut sighed. Yeah, you're right. Just keep tracking for me, buddy. And give a shout out when something happens. Kachiro nodded as he kept smelling. I don't like this. Not one bit. What do you mean, Kurama? Nar asked the tailed beast. It's just an ominous feeling in the air. Some negative energy is ripening the air. Watch yourselves, Kit. Stay alert. Naruto frowned as he felt his tenant shut off the link. After a while, they finally reached wave. The boat let off the jennon and Tuna before he took off again, probably to hide the boat and hide before word got out of his involvement with Tzuna. And with that, the group was off once more. They were walking in silence once again before Sasuke shot a canai in the bushes, alerting everyone. The bush was shaking unnaturally since there was no wind, so I figured something or someone was in there. Now the shaking stopped," he said smugly. Sakura eyes sparkled in awe. "Oh, Saskuke K Yuan, you're so cool." Kusha moved to the bush and spread it apart to view what was in there, only to see a white rabbit. "False alarm, just a rabbit," Sasuke Ku and Kushina said while smirking at Makoto, who blushed in embarrassment at Sasuke's slip up. Kachiro locked eyes with the rabbit and his stomach grumbled, "It's just a rabbit to you all. Sure, but it's dinner for me. He jumped out of Naruto's hori and into the bushes. Sakura widened her eyes. Narutbaka, "Stop your mut. It's going to eat that bunny." She shrieked. Nar shrugged. "Sorry, Haruno. It's nature out here. It's better not to interfere," Nar said. Soon, Kachiro walked out with a bit of a lump in his belly as he burped. "Did you enjoy yourself?" Nar asked his companion. Well, he gave me a bit of a fight, but honestly, once scratched his hind leg, it was pretty much a wrap, he said. Sakura watched the fix in disgust. "You're raising a monster, Naruto." He rolled his eyes, but before he could retort, he heard something whizzing in the air. It sounded like a hit the dirt, Nar said, tackling Sori and Tuna behind him. Kusha grabbed both Menma and Naruko while Anko got Yakumo. Sai and Sakura and Sasuke hit the dirt. Soon, a large cleaver-like sword embedded itself into a tree, and a man jumped in the staff part of it. The man was a tall and noticeably muscular man with light grayish skin, short spiky black hair, dark brown eyes, and small eyebrows. He was wearing bandages like a mask over the bottom half of his face. He wore his forehead protector sideways on his head. He was seen shirtless wearing baggy pants with the striped pattern typical of kurriigure and mimemetic wrist warmers extending up to his elbows with matching leg warmers. Well, well, well, a bunch of brats. But they're not alone. Hm. Look at what we have here. The red death of Kohaa. Kusha Uzumaki. Srank. The raven of the sharing. Makoto Aiha Srank. Last but not least, the snake lady Anko Midarashi a rank. Such powerful shinobi altogether. This should be fun. Kusha frowned. Zabuza mammochi. One of the seven ninja swordsmen. S-rank. The jennon grew alert after hearing that. He was a Jonan level, a person way out of their league. Zabuza looked down. All right, I'm going to make an effort and ask that you hand over that bridge builder and this won't get messy. Menma shouted. Fat chance. I don't care who you are. You won't get past me. I am the Hokag's son after all. Naruko smirked. He's right. We've trained with the best of the best. You don't stand a chance. The power of the Aiha is even greater than the likes of them. So, you are already outmatched. Sakura looked at them in awe while the other Jennine just sighed at their sheer stupidity. Was I like that too? Sori thought, staring at her idiot brother. Zabuza looked at the Jennine in disgust. These fresh behind the ears genine don't know anything about the shinobi world. When I was their age to graduate from the academy, the requirements to graduate was a little different than what the leaf teaches. Can you guess? Nar immediately answered. The graduation ceremony in Kiri, the only genon alive. That was you, wasn't it? The swordsman turned to Nar. You got some brains on you, kid. I bet you're the better one of these group of brats. But I'm one of those people who need Tio believe it. Naruto widened his eyes as Zabuza charged at him with great speed that was on Jonan level. But Nar thanks with his spars with take, he can at least react and keep up. Nar pulled out his Bachken and countered Zabuza's strike. He jumped back avoiding a kick to the gut, but Zabuza followed up with a powerful swing that would have sliced him in half if he had not brought his bachen to counter. But the attack still made him fly due to the power in the attack. [ __ ] he's so strong. If these keeps up, there's no way he won't kill me. I barely stand a chance now. Time for ninjutsu, he said as he went through a lot of hand seals quickly. Kitsun style. Kitsun by the fox fire rushed at Zabuza with speed unrivaled. Zabuza went through hand seals too. Water style. Water dragon jutzu. He shouted as the water around the bridge was formed into a large dragon and charged at the fox head made of fire and clashed creating a giant smokec screen. Zabuza smirked under his bandages. "Hidden Miss Jutzu," he said as the area was full of mist, stopping the koha shinobi from seeing anything. Nar grabbed his bachen while Kachiro<unk>'s head popped into Naruto's coat to help him sniff out for the enemy. Kusha saw this and frowned. Protect Tzuna. form a circle around him. Sai, Sakura, and Yakumo nodded their head as they moved around Tzuna with Kana at the ready. Sai and Yakumo were ready, but Sakura was shaking in fear. Sasuke was also shake in fear as the anticipation alone was grueling on them. Sori and Makoto activated their sharing to watch anything different. Makoto, Enko, I'll handle this. Makoto, back me up if anything. The Achiha woman nodded her head. Kusha pulled out her sword, which was red and beautifully crafted. Oh, I get to face the red death. Boy, I just might faint. If I take you down, that bounty will be enormous. Zabuza reappeared to fight only for another three Zabuzas to charge at the kids. Damn, Makoto Anko. The two Kunowichi charged the two clones as they battled, but they forgot the last one as it came rushing at the jennon. The Jennon shook in fear that the Jonan level opponent was making its way here. Earthstyle mud wall. Nar said before the wall formed on the bridge right in front of Zabuza. Sayori right? She said as she ran through hand seals. Nar created a shadow clone to go on the opposite side of the wall where the Zabuza clone can see. When Nar ran out, the clone of Zabuza instantly reacted and threw a canai at the clone, dispelling it. What? Soon Sori jumped from the other fire style fireball jutzu. Zabuza was then soon engulfed by the fire, killing him. The koha Jonan smiled. We keep forgetting. They're gifted. They can handle them. Makoto said as she jumped from a sneak attack from the water clone. She then took out her canai and slashed the clone, killing him. Enko smirked. Yep, those are my precious Jennine. Striking shadow snakes, Anko said as she used her snakes to grab Zabuz's leg and pull him to stab him with a canai killing the clone as well. The clones were relatively easy to deal with. The real Zabuza, however, was giving Kusha a bit of a hard time, however. Kusha had become a bit rusty from her years of not being a shinobi. Zabuza was a missing nin. He had some experience in the field as well as still working as a mercenary while Kushina stayed a housewife all these years. So her experience alone was what kept her going. But Zabuza had the advantage. But luckily enough, two needles found their way into the neck of Zabuza and made him fall over on the ground dead. This shocked the rest of the team as how could he just die like that? Everyone moved to crowd around Zabuza's lifeless body but jumped back in shock finding Akira Hunter Naan appear out of thin air. Thank you all. You've weakened Zabuza Mochi so I can get the kill. He's been shaking me ever since I was assigned to kill him. Makoto smiled. Oh, don't worry about it. We're just glad you came when you did. Kusha wasn't going to last much longer. That sent the Uzumaki off. Makoto, I had him right where I wanted him. Makoto rolled her eyes. Face it, Kusha. We both are weaker than what we used to be do to our lives as housewives. We're not those same relentless powerhouses anymore. Kusha frowned because it was true. She was pretty rusty from the last time when she fought, which was years ago before her children were born. Nar stepped forward. So get to it, the Kiri Nan froze. Get to what? Yakumo asked. Yeah, Narut Baka. What are you talking about, you idiot? Sakura shouted. Nar ignored her and walked up to the Nin. Everyone knows that Akirin is supposed to dispose of the body as soon as they take the enemy down, no matter who's watching. So get to it or do you need us to us a firestyle jutzu for you? As Narut began to finish one hand seal, the kirin threw a sunb at him which he used his bachen to block. Hen, I knew it. Nar said as he moved to attack, but the kirin disappeared along with Zabuz's body. Damn it, he got away. Enko rubbed his head. "Good deduction skills," Nar. Sasuke turned to him in a glare, but Sori asked, beating him to it. "Wo, slow down. What the hell just happened?" Nar turned to his teammate. "That Kiri guy was not just a Kiri hunter. It was in fact an accomplice of Zabuza. Come on, I'll explain further once we get to Tazuna's house." The group followed the bridge builder, but Menma, Sakura, and Sasuke had scowls on their face. That idiot. He was a disgrace to our family name. And now look at him. Thinking he's so cool. I'll knock that look off his face. Menma thought, just look at that loser, thinking he's a top tier ninja. He's just lucky that I didn't sense him first. It should be me, an Aiha that has these skills and not some loser failing of a clan. Sasuke thought Narutbaka is always making trouble for Menmakuan and Sasuke Kuan. I'll show him. He's still the same idiot from before and I'm still better than him. Cha. Sakura thought. While these two were in their delusions, Narut thought to himself, this is going to be a pain in my ass the way things are going. I'm nowhere near ready to fight Zabuza of all people. And with two rusty sranked Kunowichi, one weaker a ranked Kunowichi and a handful of Jennine. We're screwed. Kurama frowned. I know you're very outmatched here, Naruto. I suggest you summon those foxes again and get to training. Get through this mission. I may even treat you to another jutzu of mine. Yeah, you're right. I need to get some training in whenever I can. I don't know how much time I got, but all I know is I need to make the best of it. Don't worry, Kurama. I'll get that jutzu, so you better be prepared to teach it to me. Once the group made it to the house, a woman opened the door to find the group about to walk in. Father, you're back. She cried out as she jumped to hug him. Of course, I would be back. You know me, Tsunami Chan. Everyone, this is my daughter, Tsunami. Tsunami has long blue colored hair. She wears a short-sleeved pink shirt with the end of the sleeves and the collar being red in color. She also wears a long blue skirt. Hello, my name is Kusha Uzumaki. My fellow Jonin are Makoto Aiha and Anko Midarashi. Naruko stepped forward. My name is Naruko Uzumaki. The guy with black hair with red tips is my younger brother, Menma Uzumaki, said Asshhat winked at the woman charmed. I'm sure that left the woman feeling a bit uneasy. My name is Yakumo Kurama. Nice to meet you, Tsunami, she said in a bright nature, causing the woman to smile. My name is Sori Aiha, and the male version of me right here is Sasuke Aiha. We're Makoto's children. Sakura chimed in afterwards. I'm Sakura Haruno. Hey, I'm Sai. Nar smiled. I'm Naruto Kitsun. Nice to meet you. Naruko frowned, but Kusha spoke. No, Naruchan, your name is Uzumaki, not Kitsun. If anything, you can switch to Namaka plus dash. I said my name is Kitsun, not Uzumaki, nor is it Namic. He glared at her, causing her to shut up and the room to go tense. Sakura started up again in her useless tone. Narutobaka, quit being disrespectful. She's your mother. At least she has enough love to even claim a failure like you as kin. Like you would know, you stupid aiha loving skank. Kachiro chimed in at that point from his master's hayori. Sakura moved to kill the little mut, but Narut grabbed her wrist. Touch him and you die. Plain and simple, he said as he infused his killing intent on the pinkhead enough for her to understand that even if a piece of fur is missing on Cachiro, he's coming for her. All right, you two, enough. I'm sorry to impose on you lot, but we ain't got nowhere else to stay. So, if you don't mind us crashing here, we'll only take two rooms, Tsunami. Tsunami nodded her head. Of course, we'll have one room for the boys and the others for girls. Perfect. All right, Gakis. Let's have a chat right now. Have a seat. Tuna, you're welcome to join us. The bridge builder nodded his head as he brought them to the dining area. Whole tsunami got the rooms ready. All right. As Narut stated, "We have to believe that the Kiri Hunter Nin we saw must be an accomplice of Zabuza and that he must be alive." Sakura barked, "Hold on. How can we know this is actually true? I mean, it is Narutbaka that said that and he's an idiot." Sasuke scoffed. She's right. You know, the do wasn't much in the academy, so what makes his information reliable? Yakumo frowned. Sasuke, shut up like you would know any better. Once Zabuza showed up, Yulyu cowered like the rest of us. But who actually dealt with Sabuza? That got the Kurama clan member a heated glare. Sori smirked. That served her idiot brother. Enough bickering. Kusha yelled. Sori turned to Nar. But how did you know Zabuza wasn't dead though? Naruto. The kitsoon who was petting Kachiro. Well, the way that the Senbons hit, it wasn't hitting and fatal arteries. It only hit the pressure points, so it would leave a person in a paralyzed state or even a death-like state. Enko smirked at her Jennon. Exactly, my gaki. It takes skill to be able to kill with Sunbon like that. In my knowledge, though, we should have at least a week before he returns to finish his job. So, we have to get Yugakis ready. Sasuke and Menma smirked. Finally, some training. Hold on a second, Sakura said, looking a bit pale. Do you really think that some week-l long training should get Amy's ready to fight against Zabuza, a trained mercenary? Let's actually think about this. Naruto groaned. He's tired of her whining. What's there to think about? Sure, it's just week-l long training, but maybe if you trained before, you wouldn't be in such a state where you had to train thrice as hard as everyone now to catch up. Would you rather we don't train at all and wait to die for sure or take the training and have a slight chance for survival when we run into him? Sakura growled at him. Shut up, Narutbaka. You're just upset because Dash. Sakura, shut up. To everyone's surprise, it was Sori who spoke. He's exactly right. You have no right to talk back because he's right. You hold no jutzu besides the Academy 3, whereas Narut knows a buttload of jutzu. Your taiitsu is atrocious while his is extraordinary. Your chakra is weak and pathetic, and his is large and strong. You're average in book smarts while he's a [ __ ] genius. Do you not get it? You only passed the Jennine exams because you're smart and nothing more. If Narudokuan tried, he'd slap each and every one of us in the academy like we're nothing. Even my lame ass brother. If the test was harder and demanded more physical activity, you wouldn't be here to annoy the [ __ ] out of us. You're weakling that will never come close to the might of the Achiha clan, much less of Naruto, so shut up. And for God's sakes, leave my brother alone already. He's gay for crying out loud. He's not interested. The room was silent at her outburst, except for Sakura's sniffing as tears went down her face. Everyone saw her sharing eyes glare to life as she glared at Sakura, as if her eyes would burn her with flames if she continued. Narut looked at her in shock along with Kachiro. Never before had anyone ever stood up for him like that or at all besides Yakumo, but she really protected him like that. Makoto looked down at her daughter in a smirk as well as Yakumo and Anko. So Naroku and Ha. They thought as they saw her blush in realization of what she said and ran out the room with a huge blush on her face. Sasuke was angry that his own sister believed that he was inferior to the do of his class. He'd admit the do had a bit of power and that firest style jutzu was impressive enough for him to take for himself. He was nowhere near Sasuke's might. He was an aiha. Naruko was a bit upset at Sori's statement, but not because of the fact that she believed Narudo wasn't stronger than her. No, deep down she knew her Aniki was strong, but what upset her ass, Sori calling her brother Kuwan all of a sudden. She didn't like it one bit, only she can call him that. Makoto spoke up. Okay, now that that situation is over, tomorrow we train at 8:00 a.m. sharp. Dismissed. Everyone left the room except Narut and Menma, who stayed behind to tell Nar something. I don't know if you think you're some kind of tough guy or whatever, but just know you'll always be the clan failure. And in my eyes, mother and father should have left you for dead. Nar turned to Menma, holding back a growling Cachiro. Nice to know you feel that way, Menma. I just want to let you know that you were never my brother and Naruko was never my sister. Minato was never my father and Kusha was never my mother. You're all dead to me and if life gives me the chance, I will most likely probably kill you all to be quite frank and tell everyone in our loving family that too. Naruto got up with Kachiro right behind him. He moved past Menma and looked back at him with cold blue eyes. Naruto Kitsun doesn't give second chances to pieces of [ __ ] like the Uzumaki Name's family. See you at training tomorrow, brother. With that, the boys headed out to the backyard of the house, leaving Menma in a cold state. Once Narut was outside, Kachiro spoke. Narut sama, I don't know why you don't let me attack them. I just want to feel the teeth rip into his neck. Kachiro said, "Nope, I wouldn't bother, buddy. Besides, you're more of a tracker than a battle kit right now. You need this week's training just as much as I do." With that, Narut bit his finger and ran through hand seals, summoning jutzu. After that, poof, To and Seo were right in front of the two. "Hello, you two. Time for training." Seo greeted. "Yeah, we have an entire week to train with you guys. We're on a mission right now, and we're facing Zabuza Mochi, a former seven ninja swordsman." Teo whistled. Okay, I can see why you summoned us for training, but what the [ __ ] is a week's worth of training going to do? You're way outmatched. Narut nodded. I know, but any training would help. Anything. And it's time you train Kachiro, too. No more sidelining him. He needs the combination training with me. Naruto also pulled out his bachen that chipped to hell. Also, it's time I get a real sword. This thing was almost chopped in half from Zabuza's executioner's blade. Seo turned to her brother. Teao and I I What do we do? They only have a week's worth of training. How can we do so much in a little amount of time? Teao looked at Nar. To be quite frank, the kid was growing on him. He still did like him, but he could say the kid was a sucker for pain when it came for training. He liked that in a person. So, a part of him didn't want to see this brat die yet. He wanted to see where his ambition would take him. So, he was a little bit into his training more than he thought he would be. Tako thought more and more for a bit until he remembered. Hey kid, you come from the Uzumaki clan, right? The blonde frowned, angered that he came from such a clan or that his mother was a part of his clan along with his stupid selfish siblings. Yeah, what of it? He said, so you naturally have high chakra reserves and you're able to do the shadow clone jutzu I taught you. This could work. Kachiro chimed in. Excuse me, Takos Sama. What are you talking about? Nar, can you make 200 shadow clones? Narut nodded his head as he did the hand sign necessary, and the number of 200 clones appeared. Tako grinned, seeing the original Narut, who panted a bit from using a jutzu to such a scale, was still standing. Take Baka, are you crazy? That was a dangerous. He could have died. The black fox just chuckled. Hey, some rewards come from risks, you know. Okay, so me and Seo will make two clones each. One group of 50 will work on Kenjutsku katas of the more advanced level. Another 50 clones will work on the advanced Taiutsku katas. I'll also have them work on. Another 50 clones will have one of Satan's clones teach them a new wood style jutzu or two. Depending on how quickly your clones master the first one, and the last set of cloaks will work on other various jutzu, fire, earth, water. It's really up to Seo Chan again. Seo looked at her brother in awe. Teao, that is genius. You're using the shadow clones memory relay for training. Teo nodded. Yep, I'm a genius. I know. He yipped. Now, Naruto, while your clones are doing this, you'll be with Kachiro learning some combination jutzu yourself along with the original Seo and me. We'll do this every day whenever your team starts training. Just come here and summon and we're good to go. But first, we'll get you a proper sword. I'm sure that uh um where are we? Wave. Ah, wave. Yes, I'm sure that the people of Wave have had at least a decent weapons shop around. If not, then I'm sure a neighboring town should have a decent shop near this place. I'll have another summon scavenge around for 1 in. Nar nodded. This plan was perfect for him and Kachiro. They'd finally get to train together besides the usual survival training. Nar grinned. They were definitely going to kick Zabuza's ass the next time they see him. Seven. A purpose to strength. It was 8:00 a.m. in the morning on the first day before Zabuza was predicted return and the three teams have had their breakfast and is now in the further part of the backyard of Tzuna's house for their training. In front of them was Kusha and Anko as Makoto decided to stay back and watch the house in case something happens to the family while the teams train. So what are we training in today? Kachchon some cool new jutzu. Menma started and Sasuke smirked seeing as that's what they have to be training in. Sasuke sent a small little oneeyed glare at High Sister. He forgot on the heat of the moment since she targeted him about being weaker than the do and being gay, which is not true. And Sakura for being a weak waste of space, which is true. But he noticed his sister had unlocked the sharing when he himself a true Aiha elite didn't. He would have answers for this as he will not be upstaged by a woman Aiha or not. No, Mimikuan. Actually, we're going to teach something more important. Dash tree climbing, Anko said in glee which her own team side knowing this was a waste of their time while the other teams frowned. Um Anko sensei we already know how to climb trees. Naruko stated. Kusha smiled. Yes, but remember Naruchan where left off at that training. Naruko and Menma remembered what she was talking about as they skipped this part of training while Narut was completely shocked. Titi, they still haven't mastered this chakra control exercise yet. Are actually [ __ ] kidding me? Are they that slow? He thought while Kurama chuckled. And they ditched you for them, kit. I swear the human race is doomed. Narut nodded. They were doomed and there's no saving them. He channeled back to see Anko and Kushina demonstrate the exercise. So remember guys, too much chakra at the soles of your feet, you'll explode off the tree. Too little, you won't stick at all. With that, Kushina threw eight canai at the Jennine, one for each kid. Use those to mark your highest point. And when you go again, try and beat that mark. Go, you little shits. Anko barked as the Jennine, besides her team ran up the tree, trying to get up the tree. Kusha turned to Nar and his team. What's wrong, Sochi? Can't do it. You want me to show you? she asked, jumping at the opportunity to finally get some bonding time with her eldest son. Narut glared at her while Kachiro growled. Are you forgetful as you are [ __ ] annoying? Me as well as Achi Hassan and Kuramasan have walked on water yesterday for almost a full hour. That indicates that we have already surpassed this level of chakra control. Anko, who winced at the hostility Narut threw at her, spoke up. He's right, Kusha Sama. I've taught Team 12 these chakra control already. They'll be focusing on their own needs. Yakumo, you said you wanted to train in your Taiutsu. Yakumo nodded. Yes, the snake style you gave me is still a bit tricky. I need a bit of help getting the katas right. Enko smiled. Right. Well, I'll help you with that. Sori, are you troubled with anything? Sori shook her head. I'll go train with Ka Chan with my sharing and maybe gain a few useful jutzu and I'll go train with my fox summons. They have some stuff they want to teach me and Kachiro. The fox yipped at that as he was excited for his training. Sasuke and Menma glared at that and the former spoke up first. Why do they get to train in the more useful techniques while I'm here doing this useless chore? I'm an aiha. I demand to train in those things too. Exactly. What makes them so special? Dope/ loser. The two egotistical jerks called as they hopped of the tree and stormed their way to Nar. I demand you give me that contract and your foxes. They'll do better to teach an aiha than you a failure. Hand it over Nar. Menma finished. Sori stepped in. You're such a little [ __ ] disturber. Sasuke. Can't you ever work for something instead of demanding it? You're just like Tus sama, a hopeless copycat loser. Sasuke moved to backhand her butt with HR Sharinggon active. She saw it coming from a mile away. Too slow, too pathetic, she muttered before pushing him to the ground. Nar blushed a bit as he saw Sori defend him again. Why is she doing that? I thought she hated me. She's picking fights with her own kin for me. Why? Narudo thought. Menma grabbed grabbed Kachiro from his hayori. Give me the contract. I know you gave it to Narut, you little mut. Nar glared hard at Menma as he flashed towards the blackhaired boy and punched him in his face, making him drop Kachiro. Kusha moved to step in. Hey, that's enough. She yelled as she went to check on Menma while Narut saw this and glared. Even though he threatened my fox summoning and me, she still cares for him more than me. like I care. [ __ ] them, he thought before picking Kachiro up and waking away, not noticing Sori following him. Anko turned to Sasuke being fondled by Haruno and Naruko watched as Narut stormed off with Sori and tow with a frown and Sai was continuing to run up the tree with no disturbance. Yakumo only watched in slight sadness as Narut ran off. "You're not going to go after him, too. He is your teammate." Yakumo smirked. "He's in good hands." But Anko sensei my training with Nar. He was walking further into the forest trying to find a clearing into while Seori caught up. Nar? She shouted getting him to stop. I'm sorry. That made him raise his eyebrow in shock. You're sorry. Even Kurama was confused. Her eyes became downcast for making your life such a living hell back then to now. I was wrong. so hopelessly wrong about you, Naruto Kuan. I treated you so bad and yet you don't hate me for it. Naruto looked at her and asked his tenant. Kurama, she's telling the truth if you wanted to know. How can you tell? I just do. So don't worry, Narut sighed as he mockingly glared at Sori, who said, "I didn't hate you. I just hate you the least out of everyone." The Aiha widens her eyes but smiles. Well, I hate you least of all my useless classmates. You just apologized, Narut sighed. Sori just smirked as she headed off to her mother for her training. Nar watched her run off with a smirk himself while Cachiro smiled. You like her, don't you? Nar began to blush. And no, I just uh shut up. He bit his thumb and ran through the hand signs. Summoning jutzu, he shouted and slammed his hand on the ground, summoning his two sensei foxes. All right, brat. Get to creating those shadow clones and we'll get to work, Tako said while he and his sister got in their human forms. I hate this form, he said before 200 clones of Narut appeared before them. All right, Seo, go ahead and explain what you're doing. The white fox came forward and smiled. Well, Naruto, I have four new jutzu. I would like to teach you two basic elemental jutzu. One from my own personal collection of jutzu and the other straight from the first Hokag's jutzu book. It all just depends on what you learn first. So I'll take the 100 clones and split them. One set of clones will work on the elemental jutzu while the rest do the two special jutzu. I have to build your wood style repertoire. Naruto raised his hands. Um Seo Sensei, how do you just have the first Hokag's jutzu book? How is there even a book? Nar asked. Tako spoke up. Well, Nar the first Hokag created the book in case anyone in the later generations had his bloodline which you do so we can study from it and teach you. Seo was handchosen to teach you as her style is quite similar to the wood style and it's quite deadly too. There wasn't a fox better suited in our clan that can teach you about plants than Seo. The tan fox blushed from the praise before Tao returned on topic. But getting back on track, my clones take the other 100 to work on Kenjutsu and Taiutsu, and us originals will be working on Kachiro and Naruto's jutzu timing. So, let's get to work. With that, the groups split up. With the originals, Narut and Cachiro were standing there in front of the human foxes. "So, what do we do now?" Nar asked. "Well, before anything, Kachiro, come here and put your paw on this, please." Seo put a piece of bark on the ground for the little kit to walk up to. "What is that?" Nar asked. "It's a special type of bark that our clan uses to identify our chakra nature. We could have used chakra paper, but with the time crunch of figuring out what to teach you and all, we didn't have the time to get them," Tao explained. Narut stared blankly at them. But you had more time to find a specific tree and rip off a part of its bark. The black fox glared at him while Narut didn't further question it while Seo giggled at her brother's foolishness because even she thought that didn't make sense. Cachiro looked at the bark. So, all I have to do is just put my paw on his and summon my chakra. Seo smiled at him. Yep. The reactions are a bit different. Kchi Kuan. If you're a fire element, the bark gets hot and burns your paw a bit. If you're a water element, it turns your paw all wet. If you're a wind element, the bark will begin to peel off and maybe even sharp enough to cut you. If you're a earth element, the bark won't change. And if you're a lightning element, the bark will send back a static shock. This bark is special because it absorbs your chakra and returns it right back to the origin of the chakra. Kachiro aed at the explanation and looked at the bark before putting his paw in it and summoned his chakra to it. The others watched swiftly to see a reaction off wood and a few seconds later, it reacted. The outer layer of the bark began to peel off, almost like it was being carved off. Well, that's astounding. You're a wind user. I've rarely seen a windstyle fox. Leave it Luna sama's son. Kachiro yipped. Yeah, I knew I was special. How is Kasama anyway? Seo smiled. She's doing quite well, actually. In fact, she's actually very worried about you, too, even if she doesn't show it. Tough, like our former leader, Seo said. All right. So, wind, huh? Teao started the introduction. It's one the rarest of the five nature transformations, but those who can use it are able to cut through anything. Wind is naturally strong against lightning and weak against fire. It's a great element to use in combination jutzu. And luckily, Narut knows two elements wind works great with fire, the wind element's ultimate weakness and water. The pack behind the punch of the combination jutzu between the two. Though wind in itself is extraordinarily power when wielded by a master, he explained. Cachiro smiled. He knew he was going to be awesome. So right now we're going to focus on getting your wind control better, Cachiro. And then we'll try and sync it with Naruto's fire style. Are you both ready? Nar and Kachiro shouted. Hell yeah. Taken Seo grinned evily. Good. This won't be easy now. So I really drive you two into the ground. With that, the training began for the Jennine as all of them put in their hard work to master their techniques, even if some of them were doing easy ones like tree walking. At the end of the day though, Nar dispatched the clones one group at a time as to not overflow his head with too much information. Once he was done, however, he realized what his sense were teaching him and grinned. "This is going to be an interesting week." He smiled to himself as he picked up a tired Cachiro. The way he trained today put the little fox in a whole new light for Nar. He trained to not only better himself, but to be recognized by his own peers, too. "You two did well today," Seo said. Nar nodded while the small fox passed out a bit. "Thank you," Seo sensei. "Well," Seo, and I will be sticking around for your training, but I also want to see if I can get you a proper sword, Narut. How is the style coming along? Nar pulled out his bakken and did a few katas. since I just learned it today. It's a bit weird, but I like it. I just have to get used to it. He smiled. Okay, good. Hey, give me some of your blood, please. Before the boy can respond, To used his nail to scratch Nar and take a few drops of his blood. Ah, what the hell? It'll come in handy later. I know how strong you are, but I don't trust that shifty aiha brat for one second. And your little brother, too, for that matter. Narut nodded that he can agree on. After that, Seo and To disappeared. Right at the moment Naruko appeared. Nissan, it's time for dinner. Narut glared at her. I don't understand why you're so fixated on calling me Nissan when I told you to never call me that again. Naruko jumped back at his little explosion. BB because you're my B big brother. Oh, Naruko san, I was never your brother. The moment you saw me suffer under our family and turned your back to me, oblivious to it or uncaring, was the moment our relationship was decided. I hate you. Naruko shed tears as he said that it hurt her more than anything. But I love you. Then that's unhealthy, isn't it? To love a person who hates you. Not to mention we're related by blood, you sick [ __ ] Even if we weren't related, which I would pray for every single day, only to be denied. I'd never date someone as cold-hearted and selfish as you. That was the last straw before Naruko ran at him in a blind rage. She was tired of it. Tired of him turning her down every chance he'd get. But what annoyed her the most was that her ultimate rival, Sori Aiha, got her brother's attention, and she didn't. She sent a powerful punch that Narut ducked under it before blocking a fast coming kick to the head. Nar jumped back while watching his sister with annoyance while she glared at him with anger and betrayal. Naruko got so angry that her eyes began to change into red slits. "Well, this seems like fun." Kurama said, "Right, looks like like I can try out my wood style on her. She's in a ragefilled state, so I highly doubt she'd remember what happened. Just make sure that kid out there doesn't get hurt by this pathetic girl. Don't have to tell me. Nar ended the link. He died before he let Kachiro get hurt. Her red chakra was beginning to surface as one tail was appearing. Nar looked at his fox in his hayori and sighed. How can you be asleep for this? He sighed, but it couldn't be helped. He<unk>ll try and be swift as ever as to not awaken him. He earned his rest. Now, how about you stop being stupid and let's get back already. Arf, she growled before charging at him. Narut sighed. Well, guess that's a no, he said before jumping away, avoiding a devastating punch that blasted a few trees down. Nar gulped. Okay, no time to play around already. I have to end this. By that alone, the others are on their way. I have to deal with her. Unfortunately, Naruko appeared right behind him with a claw attack from her chakra, but he ran through hand seals quickly. "Earthst style mud wall," he shouted, creating a wall, separating Naruko from himself in an instant before that claw connected with him. He jumped back to make distance for his with style. But she closed the distance, growling in his face, sending a punch in his face that launched him back. But then that Naruto, it went up in smoke behind her. Naruto created a wood clone and went through dozens of hand seals. Let's restrain you, shall we? With style, would strangle jutzu, the clone said before its arm turned into a branch and tied up Nuruko, who in a fit of rage broke a few of the branches before being tied. But even then, she was becoming more angry than ever, and her chakra just kept growing to the point a second tail was coming. The wood clone struggled against her might. Oh crap. The wood strangling jutzu isn't working. The absorbing power is too weak. The clone said before the original decided it was now or never. [ __ ] If I don't suppress this power, she'll go on an even bigger rampage. Guess it's time to try out Seochan's newest jutzu lesson, he said before going through hand seals. with style. Would dragon jutzu? He cried out before a fairly large wood dragon appeared from the ground and wrapped itself around Naruto's body. Narudo then went through the release hand seals and the dragon began to work its magic, absorbing the chakra from her, calming her down significantly. Naruko's eyes began to close as she looked around. What the dash? That was when Narut found the time to punch her square in the face, knocking her out. He turned to his clone who watched in surprise. Hey, don't give me that. Gender equality, right? If she didn't want the heat, stay out of the kitchen. The clone sighed as he just turned into smoke. Naruto let down Naruko by using his bachen and just used his fire jutzu to destroy the wood jutsu he had created before she woke up. "Ow! What happened? Don't worry about it, but when this mission is over, leave me the hell alone and I mean it," he said before walking back, ignoring the hurt look on her face. It was then that Kusha, Menmaori, and Sasuke came to the area, worried about the amount of chakra that was being released. "What happened? Is everything all right?" Kusha asked. Narut walked past her. "You're late as ever." "Geez, if we were killed, would you even care? Guess not. By the time you got here, it was an enemy." Shinobi, who nearly kidnapped Naruko for leverage, but I took care of it. I got beaten up a bit, so Naruko snapped, but she calmed down after the Shinobi died. I used my fox fire technique to destroy his remains, so that's what you see over there. Kusha frowned at her son's remark on her feelings towards them. Her own children, but she nodded at the explanation. No need to check it if everything was all right. Sasuke growled. Dope, I demand you teach me that jutzu. And me too, idiot. Menma shouted. Shut up. You two are a broken record, he said before walking to Tzuna's house. Sori followed him close behind, leaving Kusha to grab Naruko and walk behind them while Sasuke and Menma see. What actually happened? Naruko tripped out on me because I told her I hated her and told her to stop calling me her brother. So, I had to use my woodstyle jutzu to calm her down. I'm pretty sure my sensei's felt the energy, but let me take care of it because it's a test to see my actual power. But eh, he said shrugging his shoulders. Sori sighed. Her teammate was a whole different story. Once they got to the house, a little boy was seated at the dinner table along with everyone he had already met. Who's the kid? Naruto asks, never seeing he before. Tsunami smiles. This is my son, Inari. Inari, say hi to the ninja helping your grandfather. Inari looked up to see Narut smiling slightly at him. Inari frowned at him before taking his dinner plate up to the room. I'm eating upstairs, he said. Leaving the room, Sakura voiced her opinion, but it wasn't valuable as one would think. Look at what you did, Naruto. You made him cry because of your ugly face. If that's the case, I think he's on his way to go hang himself since he saw your face before he left. Nar clapped back. The group had chuckled at that joke. Even Menma had laughed a bit since it was kind of funny. But in all seriousness, what's the gaki's problem? Enko asked. Tuna answered in a somber tone. Well, ever since his father figure passed, Inari has been a bit downcast. It was the at the beginning when God first came here. You see with that Tzuna told the tragic tale of Inari and his father Kaisa. After it finished the shinobi had their heads down in shame. Sans Sasuke and Menma who were too busy thinking about Naruto's show of strength earlier. Narut sighed. Well, that's tough. I hope the kid gets finds a healthy way to deal with that. It's not good to hold on to those things forever. Nar said before smirking. That just gives me a reason to get stronger now. His energy brightened those around the table and Yakumo turned to him. So, what were you training on out there? Must be some big stuff at this. Sasuke and Menma tuned in as they wanted to know what the loser was training on anyway. Maybe if they force him to teach them, they'll get it. Well, that's a secret. A ninja never reveals his power, he replied, getting Sasuke to slam his hands on the table. Why the hell do you get better training anyway? I'm an achi. I need that power. So, you better give it to me or Dash or what? What will you do? I'm already leagues above you, Sasuke, and I'm not even at half of my trained limit. There's nothing you can do. Sakura jumped in, but a glare from Sori with her active sharing, which had gained an extra tome in her right eye, was enough to shut her up. Sasuke saw this and shouted again. Why the hell does she have the sharing gun? But I don't. What the hell is going on? Jenn and Sasuke aiha. Enough. Makoto said, glaring at him with her own charing gone. Having enough of her son's attitude, Sasuke jumped back at his mother's scary look on her face before sitting down and shutting up. Makoto continued her glare but deactivated her bloodline. You're such an embarrassment. I don't know where I went wrong with you. You will stay quiet for the rest of this dinner. He growled at that, but still kept quiet. Narut took the chance to speak. So, you got an extra crazy dot in your eye. Training was intense. Sori frowned. Yeah, well, Kachchan is a slave driver. Besides, I have to catch up to you, loser. Nar smirked while letting Kachiro down so he can go hunt for his dinner outside. You think you can? It's nice to have a dream, but have a realistic one, you know, something you can actually achieve. Sori smirked deviously while Narut looked at her with a smug look while still having that acknowledgement there. Yakumo and Anko smiled at their interaction. Naruko watched from that and can only glare at them. And with that, the night ended in a light mood despite Inari's sadness and both Menma and Sasuke's idiocy. The week-long training continued the way it did for everyone. Team seven and 11 worked on tree climbing while team 12 focuses on their techniques. Sasuke and Menma had tried to sneak a peak at Naruto's training which only got them chased around by To in fox form. He hated those two with everything in him. Naruto's training was very fruitful as he learned very strong techniques and it was all thanks to To's great idea to use shadow clones. His elemental jutzu took a good boost. Once he told Seo of the incident with Naruko. She jumped for joy that he mastered the jutzu after a day. He was a true gifted prodigy of all time. His taiitsu was good too as he asked if there was a greater level than that. But Tao said the better version of this style was only good when sage mode was required and his body wasn't ready enough to use sage mode yet. So in terms of taiitutsu, this was the best he could get. Kenjutsu, on the other hand, was doing great as he finally had a style to use and he finally remembered the katas of the newer version. The first stage of his new style, sword pressure. The first stage of this style is that his sword as an extension of his chakra network. This is accomplished by flowing chakra in and out of the weapon in question at the same rate as the user's natural chakra flow. Since his chakra control is a bit lousy, it took a while to perfect, but at the end of this week, while not perfect, it was battle ready. Yep, his training with his sensei has truly helped him. Right now though, we find Narut inside the house of Tzuna, sleeping soundly. The other Shinobi took off with Tzuna for the day, having to guard him for today, seeing as the week for Zabuz's return was up. Are you sure we should leave Narut behind? Yakumo asked, but Sai spoke for the first time in a while. He<unk>ll be fine. Besides, someone has to watch the house while all of you are at the bridge. Enko nodded. He's right. Don't worry about the gaki. He'll be all right. With that, the group took off, leaving Narut to dream about that guy he met when he was training. Flashback dream. It was a bright morning. The last day till Zabuza was supposedly going to be at the bridge for his second and last attack. And Naruto was found outside sleeping on the ground by a tree with Kachiro rolled up on his stomach. As the two slept quietly, Nar decided to sleep outside after getting into some arguments with his team members. He had gotten into an argument with Menma, Sakura, and Sasuke again. They attempted to take his stuff by force this because a loser like him shouldn't have this power. But luckily enough, Naruto was talking to Makoto and Enko at the time, so they weren't happy with them. But the argument that he had was Makoto and Enko. They were trying to convince him to give Kusha and Naruko a chance as they truly want to make it up to him. Nar was very upset. He didn't see how it was any of their business on what he should do and how he should treat them. he hates them. Anko said that he was being immature and how he should let go of his grudge and just make peace with it, but he basically told Enkko in a nicest way possible to go [ __ ] herself. Makoto explained that her friend was in a very depressed state since what happened and is working twice as hard to make it right as well as Naruko. She asked if he could at least acknowledge their efforts as they are trying, but he nodded and said, "I have acknowledged their efforts. It's just that I don't care." Enko glared at her. Jennan saying she was disappointed in him. But Narut didn't reply and ran off, leaving the two Jonan to themselves. So that day, he started to train his ass off with his sensei and master his new techniques, but he trained all night to the point of exhaustion and passed out there, which leads us to now where a stranger was walking into the clearing. The person saw them there and began to shake them awake. "Hey, wake up. You'll catch a cold out here," that person said. Nar began to open his eyes and looked to the person in front of him. The person had long black hair, pale skin, and large dark brown eyes, and a slender frame. She wore her long hair loosely and wore a pink sleeveless kimono with pale red edges and decorated with small plum-colored swirls that went to her ankles. Around her waist was a simple white obie tied in a bow, and she wore a pair of light brown sandals with dark straps. She also wore a dark-coled choker around her neck. "Whoa, did I die and go to heaven?" he said, getting up, causing to wake up Cachiro rudely. "Hey," he growled. Nar ignored him for the person in front of him. "I'm sorry, but I was a bit worried. You have been asleep, but I thought of the worst case scenario." Nar shook his head. "No, it's my fault. I shouldn't have been sleeping outside, but I couldn't take it at my current location, so I guess this was my only option. Kachiro looked at the woman before smelling something on her that confused him, though. "Anyway, "What are you doing out here, lady?" Nar asked. "I'm gathering herbs for medical purposes," she said before getting up. "Oh, well, let me help you," Nar said with a kind smile. "Oh, really? Thank you very much." Narut and the woman began to search for the herbs in the area. After collecting a few of the herbs, the woman smiled, appreciative of his help. Thank you so much, she said. You're welcome, lady. Hey, what's your name? The woman pointed to herself. Me? My name is Haku. And yours? Naruto smirked. Nar Kitsoon at your service. The woman named Haku giggled st his charming self. So tell me, Narut Kuan, were you training out here by yourself? Narut nodded with a smile. Yep. I'm on a mission right now, so I have to get strong as fast as possible to be able to help and do my part. Haku raised an eyebrow. A mission? Care to share? Nar smirked. Sorry, Haku said. Confidential, but I have to get strong. Haku smiled. Oh, I see. Well, I see that you are already strong. Do you have anyone you wish to protect? Narut turned to her in confusion. Protect? What do you mean? Haku smiled widely as she began to explain. Well, it said that when you have something or someone you truly wish to protect, a preious person. When you have that, you'll truly become strong. Narudo thought at that a preious person in his life. So, do you have anyone like that? Narudo thought. He had his fox clan, the Kitsun, Kachiro, Luna, To, Seo, Little Akane, even Kurama, which when that last thought crossed his mind, said Fox smirked at but in the mind of the blonde. Out in the world of humans, however, he had Yakumo Anko, even though she just pissed him off. Makoto sort of, and Sori, his biological family can eat [ __ ] and die for all he cared. Yeah, you can say that I do, Hakuan. I have a bunch of people really even if some of them are not human. Well then, Haku said as he started to stand and walk off. Well, you'll get strong. Truly strong. And Naruto Kuan the Jennine looked at her. I'm a boy. Why was the world cruel to him and flashback? Nar opened his eyes having rid of the memory. He looked at Cachiro and remembered what the fox told him about Haku and how he was smelling the same scent as the Kir Naan from the week before, which only fueled Naruto's curiosity. What was going on? He pulled himself together and got ready with his little fox right behind him. When he got downstairs, however, no one was around. Oh, you got to be [ __ ] kidding me. These little [ __ ] left me here to sleep. A thanks, guys. He smiled at the thought cuz he was sure that anko jump on him. He shivered at the thought of his crazy sensei. He surmised that they all must have went to the bridge to protect Tzuna. He was glad that he went, but he was a little offended. I mean, they left me, but brought Sakura of all people. Am I trash? He thought sadly. A bit. [ __ ] OFF Kurama, he shouted. Oh, relax. I'm just wanting to say thanks. Nar grew confused. Four. I guess I should elaborate. The chakra that you absorbed from that spoiled Uzumaki brat has been transferred back to me. Nar widened his eyes. You mean that if I take chakra from people, it just goes to you? I think it's more complex than that thanks to the seal on you from your hokage. He used the Uzumaki tetetrogram seal. So, it responds to my chakra. When absorbed my chakra, it just went back into the seal where I'm currently at. It's either that or I think the seals your fat I mean hokag have put on your three are linked in a way so they respond to the same seal. I don't know f and jutsu has always baffled me. You and me both kurama he said before he began to hear a shout come from the front of the house. Nar zoomed in the front to see Inari in front of these bandits who had tsunami captured in ropes. Well, should we kill the kid? I'm kind of looking at his mother's beautiful body. You think boss would mind if we had a go at her a bit early? One of them asked the other. Well, of course not, as long as she came unharmed. I myself can't wait. So, come on, kid. Show us what you got. Inari glared hard at the thugs, who, even in his young mind, had an idea of what they were going to do to his mother. Inari, don't. Don't do it. Tsunami yelled before the thug knocked her out. Inari charged at them with tears in his eyes. Give her back, he yelled just as one of the thugs was about to cut him down. He heard a loud shout before a blur shot in between the two. Earthstyle mud wall. Nar shouted before Inari and the thug was separated by the earth wall. Nar quickly ran through a set of other hand signs. Earthstyle falling earth spears. Soon the ground behind the thugs was falling and there were spikes behind them. Now Kachiro. The fox jumped out from his hayori and gathered chakra from his lungs. Wind style windstream. The fox blew concentrated air out his mouth, pushing the thugs in the spike pit, killing them and by the sound of their whales. Their death wasn't painless. Tsunami almost fell into the put too. But Narut used his wood style to grab her. Once the thugs were taken cared of, Narut moved to Inari. Inari, what you did was crazy just now. You could have gotten yourself killed. Nar said, "I know, but I couldn't stand here and watch as my mother was taken. I had to do something." Nar smirked. I know. Which is why as a shinobi to civilian, I'm disappointed in your behavior. But as a brother to brother and a person of hardship to another person of hardship, I'm proud of you finally taking a stand." Inari smiled as he watched Nar leap off into the forest with Cachiro following heading to the bridge. I I may not know what you mean by that and I don't know your past but Nar you may not know this but I look up to you. You're just like Kaisa. I will be strong too. I won't cry anymore because that what heroes do. Don't cry anymore. Inari thought before helping his mother. Narut on the other hand rushed to the bridge with fierce determination. I'm coming everyone. Hold on. 7.5 The final showdown. At the bridge, the Jennon team with their sensei stood there as before them was Zabuza and his apprentice, the Kirin. Kusha spoke. So, looks like you're all better now. Last I checked, you were dead. She said in a sarcastic way. He Well, you shouldn't underestimate the power of Haku. The boy is severely talented. He has a rare ability that I have not seen before. A bloodline. Sasuke scoffed. Well, it can't be greater than the shaing, I bet. Yeah, Sasuke Kuan's bloodline rules. Sakura backed him up. Sori glared at him. You talk big game yet. You still haven't unlocked it yet, she said, embarrassing him in front of the enemy. Sasuke had enough and charged at Haku, ready to test his newfound power. Haku watched the Jennan appear before him with little speeds before blocking a kana with his senbon. The three Jonan growled at Sasuke's impulsive action because Zabuza approached Sasuke and Haku. Makoto charged at Zabuza attempting to stop him from killing her son. She blocked his kick with her back, launching her in the water. "Mikoto!" Kusha yelled as she charged in after her friend while Anko joined a little after because she turned to the jennon. All right, gakis listen and listen good. [ __ ] just hit the fan so I'm going to have to back up I sensei so we can't watch you. So here's the plan. Sori, Yakumo, and Menma, your job is to back up Sasuke's dumb ass. Sai, Naruko, and Sakura protect Tzuna. Zabuza might send some clones that might zip past us, so watch yourselves. Go! Enko shouted before grabbing a canai and charged at Zabuza. Ark striking shadow snakes. Anko sleeves were releasing a lot of snakes that charged at Zabuza who cut them with his executioner's blade. He then had to jump out the way from Kusha's vicious sword slash. Zabuza noticed that her blade was encased in a concentrated water whirlpool, a famous style that the Uzumakis invented for their kjutsu. It increased their range and was more of a water saw as it would cut into another anything. Once Zabuza saw that, he knew he had to be careful. These Kunowichi meant business. He soon had to duck from a roundhouse kick he would have received from Makoto who had just resurfaced from the water recently. Her sharing gone blazing. Zabuza analyzed the situation he was in. 2S rank and one A rank. This was going to be difficult with Haku. The boy analyzed Sasuke who just kept pushing his limits but Haku was only playing with the boy. Sasuke looked like a porcupine right now as he had a lot of sunbond stuck around him. Sasuke began to wse in pain as he glanced at the kirin. How was he this strong? He's barely older than he was and yet he's fighting like a Jonan. You have talent. Haku started before he raised his hand full of sunbon. But that alone isn't enough. You lose. With that, Haku threw the sunbond, but luckily Sori and Menma blocked it with his canai. He look at you Sasuke team. You look like a pin cushion. Menma laughed slightly. Sh, shut up. The male Achiha shouted before nearly collapsing, getting Yakumo to aid him. Sori turned to her. Can you watch him, Yakumo? The Kurama clan members nodded her head. It's fine. I got him. Sori nodded while she activated her sharing gun while Menma cracked his knuckles. "Time to show this crossdresser the power of the Hokag's son," Menma said before going through a hand sign. "Shadow clone jutsu," he yelled as multiple Menmos came out and charged at Haku. Sori groaned, "Where's Narutkuin when you need him? We need a plan of action before just charging in. Oel can't be helped. Besides, I can analyze his fight pattern and determine an opening, she thought. Menma's clones came in contact with Haku, but the boy was swift as he was suspicious underneath that mask. He quickly dealt with the clones with ease by throwing Senbon needles at them. You'll have to do much better than that to beat me. Sori frowned. Close range would be suicide for sure. He's too quick with his needles and I'm not that fast. Long range is our best bash. she thought before Menma charged in with more clones. Oh yeah. You think you're better than me? He shouted, he said, going straight for Taiutsu. Sori looked so annoyed now. She had to improvise since Menma was a dumbass. She couldn't believe she thought this guy was better than her Naruto. Wait, huh? My Naruto. Oh, who knew? She thought before slapping her cheek. Now was Nit the time as she charged in to help. Menma who was getting utterly destroyed. Haku kicked Menma back causing the boy to fly at her. She quickly jumped over her doing an acrobatic front flip. She pulled two kana and threw it at Haku who dodged fairly easy. Sori then charged at her with a spinning ax kick which is evaded. Sori frowned, not having any luck, but she wouldn't stop here. She pushed forward with her canai. Her fierceness was showing as she was determined to not lose against this shinobi. Everyone was counting on her. She clashed with Haku, pushing against her Senbon with surprising strength. You're strong, stronger than the other two at least. You must have someone important to you that you fight for. Sori looked at Haku in confusion before her thoughts played a certain blonde in her mind. Knew why is that loser popping up in my head? Especially now of all times. The two continued to battle with Haku having the slight advantage. But Sori was not backing down. It's her eyes, her bloodline, the sharing. It's the only reason she's able to keep up with me for this long. But it's time I step it up for now. For Zabuza sama, Haku thought before he let his true power show. Soon he went a lot faster in his attacks. He pulled out a ton of senbon and shot them towards Sori. But the achi countered them with her canai. But she didn't counter was Haku appear in front of her and went through a single-handed Hansen. 1,000 needles of death. Once Haku called out her jutzu the water from the surrounding area has risen up into the air and sped towards all of the leaf jenn striking them fiercely. Sori was the first to get hit with the needles as she was directly in front of Haku. Ah! She cried as she fell back. Menma was hit as well, making him stay down for good. Sasuke and Yakumo were also hit, but Yakumo took most of the damage as she leaned her body in front of Sasuke, taking more of the needles than him. Ah! She screamed before calming down a bit. Sasuke saw her take the needles and smirked. "Well, if you wish to be a shield, I be my guest." He grabbed her, pulled her in front of him, and charged. Sasuke, what the hell are you doing? Shut up. Shields don't talk. Menma saw this and got behind Sasuke as he used Yakumo to charge at Haku. Said Shinobi saw something charge in his peripheral vision and shot Sunban needles at them only to later come to shock that it was the girl who was entrusted to look after the Aiha. Sori, who was still a bit stunned from the earlier attack of needles, could only watch as her psychotic brother and Menma used her teammate as a shield. Essas, what the hell are you doing? Sasuke ignored her, still charging in with Menma behind him, getting a jutzu ready. Sasuke then used Yakumo as a distraction by throwing her at Haku and preparing his jutzu while Menma did the same. Haku spoke sadly at the Kurama clan Aerys. I'm sorry. He then proceeded to kick her over the bridge and into the water. Yakumo. No, Sori yelled as she watched her friend just get killed in front of her eyes. Fire style fireball jutzu shadow clone jutzu. Haku stood there as she went through numerous hand seals before he stopped. The jutzu sneering him before he shouted, "Crystal ice mirrors." Soon after that, mirrors began to appear around the trio like a dome. The justice that were shot at him were easily deflected by the mirrors as Haku stood in the center one right in front of the jennon. Sori began to get up slowly, her sharing gun blazing red with tears streaming down. "Why, you bastard." "You killed her," she said in anger. Her canai shook in one hand while her other hand grabbed a couple of needles out of her body. She glared at the haku, her eyes beaming with two tommo each. I'm going to kill you, she shouted as she charged blindly with Kana in her hands. Haku then did a hand seal, creating more Hakuz in the mirrors around the Jennine, getting shocked looks from Menma and Sasuke. But Sori didn't care. She wanted Haku dead. She didn't care that the throne can kana that came from her were deflected by the mirrors. She didn't care that Haku himself had multiplied in the mirrors, all them ready to attack. She didn't care at all. She wanted revenge. Once she got close enough, Haku began to fire off Sunbon at the Jennon. But Sori, with the aid of her improving Shainggon, was able to dodge all of them. Unlike Sasuke and Menma, who were being turned into pin cushions again, Sori deflected the incoming Senbon from all angles as she kept on her toes. She was not dropping her guard. Some did pierce her, but not enough to keep her down. Mema got up and began to use Q.B's chakra to create more shadow clones. Ah, take this shadow clone jutzu. 10 clones appears and charge at all the mirrors. Haku frowned behind his mask. Impressive, but that won't be enough, he stated as he, along with his ice clones jumped out their respective mirrors and [ __ ] at all the clones and the original, stopping them in their tracks. Sasuke moved to use his jutzu, but Haku stuck a needle in his neck, immediately shutting him down. With those two out of the fight, Sori was all that he had to deal with. Did she mean a lot to you? Sori glared at the Nin. She was my teammate. She was my friend. You killed her. You know how this has to end. Haku stayed silent as he readied himself. A [ __ ] ton of Hakuz appeared in the mirrors, and Sori stood strong and proud. Though inside, she knew this would be her last fight. She had absolutely nothing to counter him with, so she knew it was her end and she would be joining Yakumo soon. I'm sorry, Itachi. I kachan anko sensei. I wasn't strong enough. I'm so sorry, Naruto. This is it for me. Water style, ripping torrent, wind style, great vacuum sphere. The two jutzu roared to life and combined to create a water vortex strong enough to break through the ice mirrors. What? Haku said as he jumped out the mirror just in time before the vortex ate him up. Naruto created two wood clones to grab an unconscious Menma and Sasuke while he himself grabbed Sori said female Aiha looked at him in shock. You made it Yakumo. She's Dash. She's fine. I saw the moment she fell in the water and I had my summons heal her. Sori looked at him with a relief fililled face as tears streamed her beautiful cheeks. Oh, h, thank God. She cried as she hugged his shoulders, causing Naro to blush a bit, but Caciro to smirk. I hate to break up this lovely reunion, but we have a fight ahead of us. Nar nodded as Seori let go of him and wipe her eyes. Feeling pretty embarrassed, she was just so happy to see Nar and hear that Yakumo was okay. Narut stared down at Haku. Nice to see you again, Haku. Likewise, Narut Kuan. Sori looked shocked. Nar knew him. Your fellow teammates besides this one right here are common trash and should be given the lowest pit in hell. Nar turned to Sori behind him for an explanation. My pathetic excuse for a brother and your former brother have used Yakumo as a human shield from this guy's needles. Nar glared heavily at the two unconscious Jennine that were in the hands of his clones. He should have left them to die. Oh, I believe you're right. And I would be so happy to let you be the one to send them there, but I'm afraid I can't let you do that. They'll face justice when we get back to Kohaa. We don't have to fight. Hakuan Haku removed his mask to show his face and it ws a face of sadness. I'm afraid not. Naruto, I will follow along Zabuza<unk>s wishes as I am his tool and his wishes for his tool is to kill the bridge builder. So, I must do that. Naruto sighed sadly. He turned to Seori. Can you still fight? The female Aiha nodded, activating her sharing. Someone has to watch your back, idiot. Oh, shut up. I know you love me. Sori blushed but kept silent. Haku charged in to attack Narut with a barrage of needles coming from the water around them. Nar slammed his hands together. with style with wood dome wall. Soon the ground began to form would create a dome that surrounded the two jennine. Haku widened his eyes. He has the famous wood style. This can get problematic if I don't be careful, he thought. Surprisingly enough though, Nar appeared from underground by a hole, moving to attack him. Nar sent a wind shuriken at Haku. The ice user dodged beautifully by swiftly twisting his body but went into shock as he heard a poof. He turned to see the kitsoon there as he went through familiar hand seals. Fire style fireball jutzu. He shouted before the fireball came charging at Haku. The ice user quickly created an ice mirror to block the jutzu coming at him. What he didn't see was the aiha come at him from the back and prepare the same jutzu. Kachiro quickly moved to the left side of Haku and blew out of his mouth. Wind style, great vacuum sphere, he said before pushing Haku the great force, slicing him up good in the process from all the wind chakra slicing him up. Nar moved quick to go through hand seals with style silent strangling jutzu. With that, he caught Haku in his beaten state. Looking defeated, he glared at us as he felt his chakra drain from the wood. What? I don't understand. H how? Nar and Sori grinned. Well, my sharing can assess your chakra levels. So, we knew you were running low on chakra since you did use that ice mirror jutzu on full scale. So, we utilized your weakness. When Narudo used his jutzu to counter your needles, we were hidden from sight where we came up with a simple yet very effective plan against you. I used a shadow clone to appear from the ground and throw a wind shuriken at you. But that shuriken was me. But since you were worried about me, you forgot about Sori and you didn't even think about my familiar Kachiro. You lose Haku. Sori stared at him. How do you know him? Well, we go way back. That's all I'll say. Haku sighed. I see. Ingenious plan, you two. You've defeated me. Now you must kill me. The two Jennine widened their eyes. What? What are you talking about? Narut said. I am no longer of use to Zabuza sama. A tool that can no longer do its job is a tool no longer keeping. Something to be thrown away. Please, you must do this. Sori frowned. Hh. How can you say that? You're not a tool. You're a human being with feelings. Zabuza sama made me into something. And if I can't protect him, then I am of no use anymore. Please kill me. Sori looked at Nar who just watched him. Haku and Nar exchanged glances as the ice user continued. You understand, right, Naruto san? The failure of protecting the ones closest to you, it makes you worthless, weak, helpless. Sori moved to Nar. What do we do with him? Nar just stared at Haku in the eyes. We leave him. He's not going anywhere. I'm going to leave a wood clone to keep the pressure on him. He's done. Sori pulled out a canai and threw the canai at Haku. The handle part of the knife aiming at her temple, knocking her out. Nar raised an eyebrow at her. What? It's better to be safe than sorry. Nar sighed as he created a wood clone to keep Haku bound. The two Jennon nodded to each other and was about to head out, but Yakumo with Seo came back with the girl riding the fox on her back. Hey, you two. I think you're forgetting your teammate Yakumo shouted. Sori saw her and shed a tear. Thank goodness. She cried as she hugged the girl, shocking both Narudo and Yakumo herself. Um, Sori, are you okay? Yakumo said. It was strange. Even though the girls were on the same team, Sori before this mission wouldn't show any sort of affection towards their team members unless concern for their well-being would count. It seemed that during this mission, Sori was finally opening up her feeling and she's showing that she actually cared for her team. Said Aiha female stepped back and wiped her eyes. I'm fine. If you tell anyone about this, I'll kill you. You hear me? Yikumo smiled. Yes, I hear you. Not a soul. Sori turned to Nar who pulled out a scroll and faked writing words. Oh, who to start? Erica, Itachi, Makoto, the entire Jennine class, all of Kenoha. Sori pulled out a canai to cut the scroll up and him, but Yakumo stopped her. You can kill him later. We have more important matters. Nar and Seori remembered and both nodded their heads at Yakumo. But are you okay to fight? Seo smiled cautiously. I did my absolute best to remove the numbing poison out of her body, but she should still be feeling quite weak. Please don't overdo yourself. Yakumo hugged Seo from her fuzzy neck. Thank you, Seo Sama. I won't forget this. She smiled as the fox smiled at her before disappearing in a puff of smoke. Naruto nodded. Let's finish the mission. With that, the three jennon from team 12 headed to Zabuza's location. Meanwhile, with the Jonan, Kusha looked at Zabuza. Both were panting quite heavily. One her right was a downed anko who had just been knocked unconscious with a few vicious slices from the brutal executioner's blade. And on her right was also a downed by conscious Makoto who was suffering from lack of chakra. She couldn't even keep her sharing active anymore. Kusha herself wasn't fairing so well either. She had a few cuts but her genes were keeping her going. Zabuza himself was doing better than all of them. He had a few bruises, but he was fine and had chakra to spare since he only used kenjutsu this entire fight and used one jutzu which determined his victory. Hidden miss jutzu. It helped because none of the shinobi he fought in front of him could track his movements. The close set was the aiha woman, but even she wasn't enough. He used his silent killing technique to help his stealth and struck each and every one of them. He got that anko lady, but the other two were another problem to deal with entirely. Well, it seems that your legends precede you. Though I expected better, you did survive my silent killing technique. I'm impressed, Zabuza said. Makoto ate a chakra pill and got up. She activated her sharing and glared at Zabuza. Kusha, we need to stop him here. If he gets past us, our kids are finished. Kusha widened her eyes at that. Menma, Naruko, and Narut, her babies. She can't let that happen. Zabuza laughed. Those brats. Yes, it would be exactly like the Aiiah woman said. It would only be another massacre though. It would be a shame. Maybe I would recruit that blonde kid. He looked like he had some skill. Kusha glared at him. My Sochi would never join the likes of you. He belongs in Kohaa with me. Zabuza laughed out loud, nearly dropping his sword. Oh, Uzumaki, it's actually kind of pathetic. Even I can see that the boy holds resentment and hatred towards you. He'd never care for you. You're delusional. Kusha saw red. She was angry at this man telling her. No. Everyone telling her that her Sochi hated her. No, it's not true. Hh. She screamed as she charged at him. Chakra chains running wild around her. Zabuza moved quickly. He dodged the wild chains that swing at him in an unpredictable way until it finally caught him. This was the scene team 12 came to see. Kusha going berserk on Zabuza while Makoto tended to a wounded Anko. Anko sensei Yakumo spoke up as the trio ran to their sensei. Anko opened an eye and smiled. HHa jigakis. Anko said before she passed out again. She's fine. Just a few cuts and bruises, but she'll live. Makoto spoke. The Jennon looked at their sensei in a bit of sadness, but were relieved to hear she would be fine. Zabuza, on the other hand, Kushink had been slamming him down on the ground left to right over and over again. Zabuza was all bloodied and had a few broken bones to boot. Kusha decided to end things as she had pulled the chains towards her, bringing Zabuza down to her. She then decided to pull her sword out and when Zabuza was close enough, she stabbed him clean through the lower abdomen, getting coughs of blood. "Kusha, you're finished," she said with her anger fleeing her as she dropped Zabuzza, removing her sword from his body as he fell to the ground with his wound pouring blood. "Haku! Haku, get your asses over here!" he shouted in pain and anger. It was then that Nar ran to him with immense speed in blind rage. When he was close enough, Nar delivered a nasty punch to his face that made the man spit blood. The others were so shocked that he was that fast. Even his own teammates were shocked. Despite knowing him all these years, not once had they seen Narut lose his cool like that, unless he had been dealing with his family. He's not coming to your aid. He's unconscious. You're all by yourself now. Zabuza looked up at Naruto's calm yet menacing face. A little cold shiver ran down his body, but he faced it with a smirk underneath his white, now bloodied mouth wraps. Haku fell to you, shrimps, huh? Well, maybe I gave him too much credit. He failed me. I should kill that worthless piece of dash. Nar soon uppercut Zabuza, knocking his wraps off his face. He fought for you. Nar kicked him in the gut. He put himself through the most intense things. Naruto kept pounding his face with his fists. He put his everything into you and you just spit it back in his face. Nar just kept beating the weakened Zabuza, never stopping his attacks. When he fell to us, he begged us to kill him. He said, "The failure of protecting someone most precious to you makes you worthless. He gave his all for you and yet you tossed him aside. You sicken me, Narut said, still beating the crap out of him until Sori came up to him and pulled him away. This was the scene that Naruko, Sai, Sakura, and Tzuna came to see as everyone watched the interaction besides Anko, who was unconscious. Enough, Narut. Enough. When she looked at Naruto's face, she was shocked. Tears were streaming down his cheeks as he glared at Zabuza's form. Meanwhile, Sakura spoke to Yakumo. After glancing around, "Hey, Yakumo, where's Saskuke Kuan and Menmakuan at the sound of those names, the Kurama clan member trembled with rage, hopefully at the end of the bridge to fall off and die. Those two worthless sacks of garbage." Sakura glared at her. "You [ __ ] You're just jealous that Sasuke won't like a [ __ ] like you, and the only boy you'll ever be around is Narutbaka." Makoto and Kusha glared at the girl, getting her to shut up. Though Makoto and Kusha were wondering what happened to the two boys. Yakumo, can you tell us what happened? The Kurama clan member proceeded to tell the two what transpired. And when she learned of it, the two Kamoyi were ashamed, outraged, and disappointed. Naruko heard it and couldn't even believe her brother would sacrifice a comrade like that. He's a demon. Sakura, however, refused to believe it. Lies, I tell you. It's lies. Sasuke and Menma wouldn't do that. You're just looking for attention. Makoto glared hard at the pinkhead. We<unk>ll see when we get back to Kenoha. If what Yakumo said is true, I'm going to kill that brat. As will I, Kusha said, also angry. Back to the three who were at the center of the bridge. Nar stood up with Sori supporting him. He just he just wanted to belong somewhere, anywhere. But you used him. His talents and his lack of connections and background. You took him and used someone so caring for such evil. There's a special spot in hell for people like you. And I'll be sure I'll send you there myself. Zabuza began to get up off the ground and stood there. Godamn it, kid. I think I was starting to like it when you were just beating my ass. Your words are way harsher than any blade or fist or kick. Zabuza said as he looked down the bridge to see Haku still in his binds from the clone. He would have moved to her but he heard clapping. The group turned to find Gado, a fat, short, greasy dressed man looking at the shinobi with a bunch of thugs behind him. Tzuna gulped seeing the number of thugs to come wipe him out while the rest of the shinobi just eyed them in annoyance. Zabuza glared at Gateau. What's the meaning of this? Gado hm. This is just a means to an end. Zabuza, why pay two stupid ninja for a job when I can pay a army of thugs? Yakumo sighed. So he went with quantity over quality. Idiot of a man. He had a better chance with Zabuza and Haku. She said Zabuza turned to the two Jennine who stood before him. Well, Gaki, looks like we're no longer enemies. Shame. I would have loved to fight you full out. I can tell you hold more power than you let on, but this is where I die. Your beating plus the wound from your mother dash. Former mother Narut corrected. Getting a sad look from Kusha though he didn't care. Whatever. Her wound plus your beating left me weakened. My arms are broken. This will be my last dance. Lend me a canai, will you? Nar looked at Sori who shrugged her shoulders and tossed the canai. Zabuza caught it with his mouth. I'll kill you all. As the demon of the hidden most, you will all fall to my power. With that, Zabuza charged at the thugs as well as they charged at him. Narut and Sori moved to enter, but Makoto stopped him. This was Zabuza's final moment. Let him go out in style. Zabuza fought long and hard against those thugs with only a canai in his mouth, killing anyone who crossed his path to God, who cowed back like a child. Zabuza kept slashing and slacking the thugs, even going as far as beheading someone, but soon they all ganged up on him and stabbed him in his back. They continued to stab him and stab you till he stumbled a butt before going back to work on killing them. It was oi a minor pause to him. Once he finished on the last goon, his eyes turned to God. Gateau cowered at the edge of the bridge. Wabuza, let's not get crazy here. I'm still planning on paying you. I'll even double it. Triple. What else do you want? Women, men. Zabuza just stood before him. Just one thing, your soul. With that, he sliced God's neck and kicked him in the waters, killing him. There was a moment of silence among the bridge, and no one dared to speak. After witnessing a massacre like that, who can really speak? Zabuza turned to walk to the other side of the bride. Nar guessed where he was going and ran to help him. He dispelled his wood clone so no one would see it which meant the jutzu which he had on Haku was undone too. Nar slowly led Zabuza to Haku and everyone else followed shortly. Nar set him down beside Haku, adjusting him so that he was sitting up like Haku. Zabuza forced movement in his arm and touched Haku's cheek, waking the boy up. Ha! Wa! Zabuza sama, you're bleeding out. Zabuza watched him in silence as Haku worried over him. Looks like the kid was right. Haku's feelings show bright as day to me now, Zabuza said as he felt the feelings in his legs just give out. He was dying. Haku. The boy who had been crying looked at him in sadness. He was out of herbs. He didn't have any more bandages. He couldn't save Zabuza. I need you to live, Haku. I'll live for yourself and be why your own person. Be strong. Haku cried. Zabuza sama. Zabuza laughed. Damn it, kid. Just call me Zabuza now. Or Tuchan could work, too. I'm not too picky at the moment. He he yo, bridge builder. Sorry about the excess blood on the bridge and me obviously trying to kill you. We cool. Tzuna looked at the man sadly. Why yeah we're cool. Zabuza turned to Nar next who was just watching the scene in sadness. Hey Gaki. Nar turned to him. Yes Zabuza. I want to thank you for this. In the end Haku was the only light in my life. And now that his light which was me is gone. I need you to deduce something for me. And in turn I'll give you something. something that Haku will surely give you once I let him know." Narut frowned, nodded his head in understanding. "Take him. Take him back to Kanoha. I'd rather him safe than wandering the streets alone where Kiri can snatch him. Please promise me you'll look after him." Narut widened his eyes before nodding his head. "I promise on my life as a kit soon. No harm shall come to him. I give you my word. Haku cried as he looked at Sabuza. His body was turning gray. Hakuquick, lend me your ear. I haven't got all day, you know. The ice user leaned down and let Zabuza whisper on his ear. Once he finished, Haku widened her eyes, but nodded in understanding. Once that was finished, Zabuza looked in the sky. FF funny. I'm looking in the opposite direction of where I'm headed. Ain't this a [ __ ] He said before he was quite in life left his eyes ending the battle of bridge. That scene was interrupted by a bunch of civilians rushing towards the bridge with Inari and tsunami in the front. All right, everyone. Let some did we miss something? The shinobi just watched in silence as Tzuna laughed at his grandson. Time skip. 2 weeks after the whole bridge battle ordeal, Tazuna's plan to rebuild the bridge went underway once again. This time with no worries of threats or blackmail this time. The Kenoha ninja did help out as well. Mostly Menma and team seven minus Sai. That was the Jennon's punishment. As with report from Seori, who was there witnessing it, and Naruto, who had to summon Seo to tend to the down jennon, the Jonan sensei had enough proof to say that Sasuke and Menma really did use Yukumo as a human shield to protect themselves. Makoto beat Sasuke's little ass for attempting to do that, but Kusha didn't touch Menma. She was afraid if she punished him like Makoto was doing, she'd kill him. She needed Minato's view on this as for what to do with their youngest son. The oldest son, however, was taking it easy and in helping out wherever he can. He had help from his teammates and also Haku, who while still very sad about Zabuza, was still a joy to be around once he had opened himself up. During the week, two, Haku made good on his promise to Zabuza and brought him to a cave. Flashback. After dinner at Tzuna's home, everyone matched off to bed in silence. Sasuke and Menma had silencing seals in them, so they couldn't speak even if they wanted to. Also part of their punishment from the Jonan. Narut was heading to his room, but he was stopped by Haku. "Oh, Haku, what's up?" Nar asked. "Follow me," he said as he walked downstairs. Nar shrugged his shoulders as he walked behind him. The two snuck out the house and headed towards the hills that were near the bridge they were nearly finished working on. Haku kept walking and Naruto followed him in silence. His mind was baffling him as to where Haku was leading him to, but he decided to stay silent as Haku seemed to be the one to keep secrets very well until it was time. After a while, they reached a base that looked pretty sketchy. W What is this place? Gado's hideout. Nar widened his eyes. It was that easy to find. Oh, his ninja skills are absolutely trash if that's the case. Relax, Naruto. As Shinobi, he must conceal our presence no matter the cost. Zabuza and I easily just use Jenjutsu to cover up the place. That's why you can't find it. Though your Aiha companions should have figured it out, Narut sighed in relief. So, it was Sori and Sasuke's fault because they suck. That's fair. He'll be sure to tell the two later when they get back. As the two walk casually into the base, Nar continued to follow him. "So with style, huh? I knew you were special, Naruto Kuan. But that's just an underwhelming statement now." Nar blushed from the praise. "Well, I mean, I was surprised, too, but you know." Haku giggled. "Yes, I do know. I bet your family must be proud." Nar frowned at that. "Well, they are, but it's not the family that you think you know. Those Uzumaki and Namikazis are not my family. They abandoned me so I abandoned them too. Haku widened his eyes as he opened a door in main room which opened a long hallway and walked down it being followed by Narut. Is this base any bigger? Well, this is the way to the armor room. Zabuza has seen it. So once he killed him, he snatched God's keys for the base, he said, jingling the keys. Nar sighed. Zabuza is just an insane beast. After walking the long hallway, Haku opened up a giant metal door and inside was a huge armory of weapons. Nar widened his eyes. Even Kurama, who usually stayed silent, shouted, "Hot damn, look at those weapons." The fox shouted. There were weapons from swords, flails, canai, wind, shuriken. They had it all. And to the teeth. Haku turned to Naruto's odd face. Since Zabuza knew that the executioner's blade was too heavy for your body type, he decided to let you choose your own. From Zabuza to you, please take whatever you like and as much as you like. Narudo ran around the room quickly, scanning through everything like a kid. He glanced at everyone, but then he saw the one. The one sword that called out to him, "This one? What's this one?" Haku turned to where he stood and smiled. Oh, good eye. Zabuza found this off of a nuke men a while back. The ninja came from the land of iron and was a samurai but still couldn't beat Zabuza. So when he was killed, Zabuza took the blade and his bounty. This blade is very strong. It's made of titanium like chakra metal that is durable as Zabuza's. Narut smiled. I'll take this one. Burn or give away the rest. Haku widened her eyes. When one is given an entire armory, they don't think to burn it or give it away. He smiled. That's how he knew Nar was one of a kind. Flashback end. Nar stood at the gate, cutting the red ribbon on the opening of the bridge with his new sword. It designed like a tsugi blade with a black handle. That same blade had the eye of the aiha since the moment Nar had came downstairs to breakfast that one morning. Sasuke from then on had thought of only that sword and how the do didn't deserve it. Once he got back to Kohaa, he'll get it by force if he had to. Meanwhile, the civilians were rejoicing at the opening of their bridge. Anko walked out with an arm brace on her left arm. She had hurt it pretty bad during the fight with Zabuza. "All right, Gakis, let's head out." Inari grabbed Naruto's leg. "You're coming back soon, right?" he cried seeing his new role model leave. Nar rubbed the boy's head. Of course, I'll be back before you know it, he said as he walked off, waving by to everyone as the Kohha plus Haku had left. Wave, one of the civilians asked. Well, what should we name it? How about the great sexy Tzuna sanctuary? Ow! Tuna shouted, nursing a bruise from his daughter. "How about?" Inari started as he stared at Naruto's back, leaving the great Narut bridge. 8 tunin exams begin. So you want me to take this missing Nin as a shinobi of my village? Minato asked in surprise as he stared at the team of three plus their sensei and Haku who stood by team 12 a bit uneasy. The boy was in the middle of the former enemy's village. If the Hokag decided to execute him, he didn't know if he was able to get out of there alive. The group had finally made it into Konoha with Haku and made it to the office to report to the Hokag. In the office was Manato, Sununade, Jeriah, and team 7's original sensei, Kakashi. The team were debriefing their mission while the Jonan were going on about what happened. They were shocked about the change in situation of the mission being turned from a simple C-rank mission to a complex a rank in such a short time but they grew furious at the lack of respect Sasuke and Menma had for their comrades as they heard the news of their betrayal. But back to the topic at hand. They were focusing on what to do with Haku. Minato thought over his story. Haku did come from a prestigious clan with a remarkable bloodline. They would have used for him here in the village. Well, Haku, I'm willing to allow you to work as a shinobi of our village as a tunin. Maybe perhaps a real hunter ninja would be great. Haku shook his head. Um, if I'm not pushing my luck, Hokag sama. I'd much rather be a medical ninja. I'm good with herbs and senbon. Minato turned tossunady. Well, sununade, what do you think? You are the head of the hospital. The slug sanin looked over the boy and thought about it. Your precision is extraordinary, even rivals my own if the reports do you justice. We'll make a great medical out of you. Haku nodded with happiness while Narut smiled at him. Well then, we<unk>ll look for a place for you to stay, Dash. Actually, Hokag sama Nar started getting all eyes on him. I was thinking of rooming Haku with me. I have a spare room. He can use that if he so wishes. Minato looked at his son in slight panic. So did Kusha. Actually, Nar, we were thinking maybe you can move back into our home. Please, Sochi, come home. We miss you. I miss you. Please, Nissan. The three family members pleaded. Kurama sighed. And I thought we were getting somewhere with them. Yeah, me too. Naruto ignored them and turned to Haku, but spoke up. Hey brat, don't ignore them. They beg you to go home. How can you turn your back on your family? Maybe you should ask them that since they did that to me. Nar started. Minato sighed. It seems like they just have to try harder to get Nar to forgive them. Makoto just watched the scene in sadness and a bit of cringe on their part. This is just getting sad to watch now from the viewers point. Naruto didn't bother to reply anymore but asked Haku again to which he replied with a yes. Minato side. He turned to his last topic of this group. He glared at his other son and Achiha boy, who both kind of shivered under the Hokag's eyes. What you did was unforgivable. That little stunt you did out there would be paid with treason, possibly execution. Both boys gulped, but Sakura spoke up. But Hokag sama, please don't dash. Jenn and Sakura Haruno, if I speak to you, then you may reply, otherwise silence. The Pinket nodded fearfully, afraid of her leader. But you both are very lucky. Since Menma, you are my son and Sasuke, an heir to Kenoha's clan. I won't kill you, nor will send you off to prison, but there will be punishments. For starters, Menma, you are so grounded. Makoto glared at Sasuke. You two, young man. Minato then continued. You two will be doing a bunch of D-rank missions with no pay. All of it goes to the Kurama clan. Preferably for 6 months. Narut glared. That was it. No more. Damn. He should have killed every villager who ever [ __ ] with him. He might have gotten away scot-free the way Minato gives punishments. No. Dismissed, Yakumo. I advise you go to the hospital and get checked out. The girl nodded as the group went their ways while Nar and Haku just went to leave with someone following him. Naruto thought it best to show Haku around so he can get the feel for the village. He showed him the training grounds of where Team 12 would train, the grocery store, the clothing store, and weaponry for Shinobi. He showed him the local food court where he would find his sushi bar and ramen, teriyaki, etc. He also showed him the hospital where the boy wanted to be originally. Kachiro frowned as he arose from Naruto's hori. Um, Narut sama, I know we're being followed. Hakuan, why don't you go in the hospital? Get yourself acquainted with the staff there since this is where you'll be spending most of your time. I'll come by and take you to my house and we'll go shopping before we call it a day. Cool. The ice user was curious about what was going on, but nodded nonetheless. Seeing as he wanted to see Kenoha's hospital for their special herbs, so he left Naro and his fox to themselves, Narut walked slowly, leading the follower to their training grounds. What do they smell like, little guy? They smell like alcohol, cheap cologne, and toads. Nar frowned. It had to be him. Nar walked soundly to the training grounds, and when he made it there, he turned around. You can come out now, Jeriah. Soon after that, the man jumped out of hiding with a smirk. I'm impressed, kid. You were able to find out I was following you. Only a few can do that. Nar sighed. I knew someone was following me. I just didn't know who. Kachirokuan just helped me figure it out. What do you want, Jeriah? Jeriah smiled. Well, kid, I'm going to go on a limb here and say, "You don't have a trainer, huh?" Narut raised an eyebrow, so he thinks that he got this good on his own. Gez, this man was a [ __ ] G whiz, Jeriah, what gave that away? He said sarcastically. Well, I know you have your summons, boy, but honestly, that contract won't do you any good. Really? They aren't your style. Kachiro growled at the man while Nar frowned. And what you're going to say the Toad contract is? Jeriah smiled. You catch on quick, kid. The toad contract is w y better than the foxes. They're more loyal, too. Narut scoffed. Yeah, right. story is that you have to pay up for even summoning up any of the toads where the foxes don't charge squat. Jeriah glared. You're paying for quality, kid. You just wouldn't get that. The foxes have yet to ask anything of me. Whereas I heard from them, the chief toads want sake every summon, and the kids want candy. Doesn't sound like loyalty to me. They're better than the foxes. Is there a point to why you're here wasting my time, Jeriah? Or can you go and train my brother already? Look kid, how about you just let me train you? With my training, it'll do wonders like how it did for my brother. The fool couldn't do a simple just other than the shadow clone jutzu. He didn't master much. Jeriah glared. An insult to his teaching is something he wouldn't stand. He's better than you, that's for sure. Nar looked down at Kachiro for a second before the two laughed their assess off. Oh, that's so hilarious. And they called me the do. You should have seen him during the mission. One of the most helpless things I've seen. Jeriah glared at him. Watch your tongue, boy. Menma and Naruko have way more talent in their pinky fingers than you do in your entire body. They're the children of prophecy. Narudo stopped laughing before laughing all again. That's also funny. You believe the word of a totally blind and scenile toad. It's actually hilarious how foolish the Gama clan really are. Kachiro laughed. At least when Aichi sama, the great fox, spouts a prophecy. It is actually accurate. Kurama widened his eyes in his cage. FF father, you're still alive. I sama. Father, the great fox is your father? Nar asked. Well, I'm going to tell you a little secret, Kit. One that is only known by the Kitsun clan. My father instead of me was actually the one who was created by the sage of six paths. When the old man died, the tailed beasts began to go their separate ways. My father settled down and created the Kitsun clan with me as the heir. In a weird way, the reason we tailed beasts don't seem to age is technically we are reincarnations of our own way. Narudo tried to piece it together but found a similar way. So like in a way are you like how a snake shed its old skin and now it's a new snake skin. Is it like that in a way but less vile? Our fathers and mothers made us normally and pass down their lives to us during our birth. So we carry out the tailed beasts title when they are too old to. We still live way way longer than the average human. But we have lifespans too. But unfortunately I was trapped by that stupid senu and I was stuck in the Uzumaki's possession since I was at least 145 years old. Narut widened his eyes at that explanation. So, there's only been one reincarnation of the Q.B., and that's you. Yep. The one and only. Though, Kachiro could be seen as my reincarnation, but I didn't pass on my knowledge of the previous experience of our lives as I didn't want the kit to go through the same hatred as me and father did. Naruto nodded as he heard that bit. He'd have to ask Kurama that some more later. He'd also have to go see Achama and see what he was like. But first, Jeriah. So, we have a deal, huh? Sorry. Did you say something? Jeriah glared at him, reminding him of a certain silver-haired Jonan. Don't you, Kakashi me, kid? I said, I have a bet. We'll wager it on the tunin exam since I know Anko will sign your team up, and I know for a fact that I can convince Minato he'll let Menma participate. So, if you beat Menma in the finals, I'll leave you alone along with the rest of your family. We'll never bug you again. Naruto looked calmly at Jeriah, but inwardly. He had stars in his eyes cuz he knew this was going to be a piece of cake and he'll finally be free from these annoyances. But if Menma somehow miraculously beats me, Jeriah smirks, "If he beats you, you have to renounce your fox contract, sign the toad contract, be trained by me, and live with your family. Deal?" Nar frowned. No chance in hell that was going to happen. He just got free. He's not going to let that happen. That just means you must go all out. No holding back if you want to keep what you have now. You'll most likely face your brother and sister in the finals of the exam. Your story plot works like that. You have time to train if you think you need more training, but right now you're fine. Narut smiled. Kurama was right. He had nothing to worry about. He raised his hand out to shake the sanins. Deal. With that, Jeriah smirked. I hope you're ready to give up that contract cuz I'll train Menma into the dirt. Nar smirked back. Please, with what I have, whatever you or Mino and Kushich teach him won't be able to stop me. He smirked, getting Jeriah mad. Don't disrespect your parents, brat. Show respect. Nar glared at him. The day I show them love and respect is the day where you stop being a [ __ ] pervert, which is never. With that, Naro stormed off, but Kachiro jumped out of his hayori and glared at Jeriah. Summon those tiny frongs again to spy on Narudo. I'll eat them. You understand? He didn't wait for Jeriah's reply. So, he headed off for the blonde, who most likely went to train, leaving Jeriah to go to the Hokag office, asking for permission to train Menma. Jeriah made it to the office to see Manado talking to Kusha andsunade. Still, he jumped through the window, alerting the ninja there. Well, did he say yes to the training? Kusha asked hopefully. Jeriah sighed and explained exactly what happened with Nar. Smiled. So you bet on him, huh? You took a page out of my books, you pervert. Well, my luck is not as bad as yours, so I think I just did us a favor. Kusha looked at her husband. Minato, I don't like the idea of betting against our son. I was listening to what Makoto Chan had to say, and she said that maybe giving him distance was the best way to rebuild our relationship. Minato side. Maybe she's right. I mean, it'll give him time. Jeriah side. You two look at you already giving up on the brat. If you truly want him back, you have to keep pestering him. Leaving him alone would only make him forget you. He'll come around eventually if we keep at him. Smiled. For once, the pervert is right. Kusha, leaving Nar alone would only make things worse. That brat is just so lucky to have parents like you two. Yet, he's so ungrateful. That little [ __ ] if I can just get my hands on him. Kusha smiled. You're right. You know, Narut will come home as soon as he sees that we love and care for him. Minato nodded, but somewhere in him, he felt like that wasn't true. It's not that he didn't have faith that Jeriah's plan wouldn't work. It's just he had doubts that Nar would fully accept them. Oh, well, we'll cross that bridge when we get there. But first, training Menma. Time skip. 2 weeks. The next two weeks blow over surprisingly quick since Narut had one full week of getting Haku acquainted with Kenoha and get him settled into his apartment where the two will now be sharing. Naruto was happy he had a roomie. He did not expect to find one so early in his shinobi life, but he found one and it was one that was down to earth and cool. Haku was fully instated as a tunin of Kenoha, something he was kind of jealous of and was working shifts in the hospital until there was need of him in the field. During the two weeks, he hadn't seen his team in a while, but was told by Anko, who visited him at his apartment, that since the wave mission, the team had time off for the two weeks. So, he could oy guess that Sori was probably training with her clan, and Yakumo is training as well with Anko. It wasn't hard to see that out of the three of them, Yakumo was Anko's favorite, which neither Sori or Naruto really cared about since Enkko still showed them some attention and offered them training, which both would decline, saying, saying that they had their own methods, but Yakumo being the weaker one of the three genically needed the attention more. So that would mean that the two spend way more time together than she would with Sori or him. Yakumo might even begin to pick up Anko's crazy personality, which might be toxic now that he thinks about it. Kohaa already had one crazy snake lady. It didn't need another one. Right now though, Narut was walking Haku to the hospital as the two would just talk and chill. Right now, they were talking about who Narut hates. So, let me get this right. Naruto Kuwin. Haku started. You hate Menma, Sasuke. Those two I understand personally. Naruko, Kusha, Minato, Kakashi, Jeriah, Sakura, a girl named Eno, a boy named Ka. All villagers in Kenoha. That's all. Oh, and guy. Not personally, but that suit is just not it, he said, which got a giggle out of Haku. A, you don't hate me anymore. That's great. A voice said coming from the pathway on the left of them. Oh, and her. Sori just scoffed. Please, I know you love me. Nar blushed at that before rubbing his face. Whatever. What are you doing here? Came here to cramp my style. Sori smirked. Please, like you have any style. And for the record, I was going to the training grounds for the meeting. FYI, you should be there, too. I will. I'm just dropping off Haku. Then I'll be there. Sori shrugged her shoulders. Hen, might as well tag along since I'll just be sitting there waiting for you to show up. The Narut and Haku shrugged their shoulders and headed to the hospital with Sori in tow. Kachiro jumped from the blond's jacket onto Seori's head, which the Achiha didn't mind at all since she was practically the only Aiha the kit actually liked since he could tell the Achiha meant no harm to Nar or himself. As the trio moved and spoke, they felt a presence behind them. Haku reacted when she threw Senbon in front the rock shaped like a square, stopping it entirely out of fear of being hit. The box lifted from the ground and smoke was in the air, making the three shinobi back up. thinking it was an attack but sighed as they saw it was just three kids. Damn it, Udon. Too much smoke. The boy named Udon coughed. "Sorry," Narut looked at the three in recognition. "And who might you three be?" Sori asked. "I'm Moi, the prettiest Kenoi of the academy." The girl with two pigtails pointed up said, "Amudon. I like math." The kid with glasses said, "And I'm Kenoamaru, the leader, and we are the Kenoamaru troop." The Nar and Sori looked at these kids like they were weird, while Haku laughed, enjoying how high-spirited they were. "So, what do you want?" Nar asked. "Well, we just wanted to know since you guys look like strong and fast guys. Could could you maybe play ninja with us?" Ninja playing Ninja? Wow. Can you be more pathetic, Naruto? a voice said as it walked to the group. Narut sighed as Seori glared. "Well, it's not like I was going to say yes to them. I barely know the squirts, but I maybe would have taught them a thing or two. You know, for real, Shinobi." Kenomaru nodded his head at the thought of learning something, but something else caught his attention at the moment. "Say, boss." He tugged at Naruto's Hayori, getting his attention. Kenomaru pointed at Sakura while his other hand raised his pinky. Is that girl you're you know? Narudo frowned trying to figure what the pinky meant while Seori grew red from anger though she didn't know why and Sakura grew red from just blushing. Even if she didn't like him and thought that compared to Sasuke and Menma, Nar was a loser. She couldn't deny that Nar was hot in his new look. So having him sought after her wasn't so. Oh, you mean to ask if she's my girlfriend? Fat chance. She's not worth my time or affections. Sakura deflated at that, but grew angry. Her anger ignited when she heard the kid yell, "Haha! Yeah, you're right, boss. She's not worth it, unlike that black-haired one right next to you." She's pretty. While she has pink hair and a big forehead, Sakura began to walk closer to the group while Narut sighed. "Hey, Kenamaru, right?" "Yeah, that's me, boss. Run." Kenoamaru was confused until he ducked the punch that came his way and ran away with his three friends while Sakura chased them with a canai in her hand. Nar sighed. "Such an exciting day. Wouldn't you agree, Sori?" "Too exciting," she replied. "Do you think you can get to the hospital?" "All right, Haku." Haku shown a bright smile. "It's all right, Naruto. Please go save those kids." He smiled as both Sori and him rush off towards where the group ran off to. You think she'd kill them? She asked. Well, despite what I say of her, she's not a total dumbass to go and kill the grandson of the third Hokag, but at the same time, it's Sakura, so be prepared for the worst. Sori chuckled a bit as the two reach a path that had the people they were looking for, but a few more added into the equation. One was a sand blonde girl with four pigtails and a dude in a black cats suit that the kid with the cats suit was holding Kenomaru by his blue scarf while Sakura, Naruko, and Menma were there, too. obviously trying and failing to get the kid back while Sasuke was there too, trying to get noticed but failed since he was in a [ __ ] tree. Narut sighed as he went through hand seals. "What are you doing?" Sori asked, but was replied by shooting out a rock from his mouth as a fast pace. "Not too hard to do some serious damage, but enough to hurt the hand that held the boy Kenomaru." "Earthst style rock bullet jutzu." He shot the bullet out his mouth which hit the hand of the catsuit kid, getting him to drop Kenomaru from the pain. Ouch. Who the hell did that? I'm sorry, but it's kind of treason to threaten such an important piece in our village. I mean, that kid is the third Hokag's grandson. You know, Nar said as he walked into the field. Nar? Everyone Kenoha Jennan besides Sori thought with either happiness or annoyance. The blonde girl looked at the kid who just entered and blushes. Oh, he's cute. Maybe I should flirt a little. So, I guess you're the brains of this group, huh? Sori saw what she was trying to do and grew upset and walked right behind Narut and stood rather close to him. You could say that, but then there's me, too. The sand girl smiled. A challenge. Mind explaining to me why there's a dog on your head? Sori widened her eyes. She looked up to see Kachiro yawning from his nap. Sup? Nar sighed at his lazy fox. This really was Kurama's son. Sori sighed as well before just glaring at the blonde girl. Before anything else happened, sand was seen forming behind them and the two unknown people turned around in fear. Canaro Tamari, you bring shame upon our village. The guy in the black suit spoke up. Bakara, they dash. Shut up or I'll kill you. Sasuke widening his eyes. Who was that kid? He was right beside me and I didn't see him or sense him. Sasuke thought before jumping down. Being admired by Sakura for his coolness. Gar turned to the Jennine and spoke. I'm sorry for the disturbance. We will not be causing you any more trouble. Hey, wait a second. Sakura always had to get the last word. What? The one called Tamari asked in irritation. I I noticed your Suna headbands. You're not supposed to be here unless given authorization. So, what are you doing here? Talk or else we'll have to arrest you. Nar sighed. You talk as if you'll be doing the arresting, you idiot. They're obviously here for the Tunin exams. Sasuke, Sakura, Menma, and Naruko rose their eyebrows. Tune in exams. Nar slapped his forehead. Yeah, you know the ultimate test to see if you're worthy of advancing in rank from Jennine to Chunin. You know that exam. Sasuke and Menma grew excited at this. Hopefully, they'd be able to attend. Well, Blondie, you sure have smart and cute head on your shoulders. Tamari winked while Naruko and Sori fumed. Menma widened his eyes before growling. Well, if you think my idiot brother is a dream boat, well, then I must be your fantasy yacht, then sexy. Why don't you leave the loser to his sock and hand while we go do something? Narut groaned. Not because of the masturbation disc, but the fact that he made it known that he was his brother. Tamari looked at Menma and couldn't lie. The boy was cute, too, but his jealous attitude was what threw her off. He saw her as a competition prize against his brother, so it was already a turnoff. "Will we be seeing you in the exams?" Gar asked. "I don't know. You might, Narut said as he began to turn around. Sori, come on. We're already late for the team meeting. Don't need one of Anko sensei's snakes up my ass. The Aiha girl shuddered at the thought. Their sensei was insane. Just as the two head off, Gar called them back. What are your names? Nar turned around. Narut Kitsun. Sori Aiha. Gar nodded, but somehow more names kept popping up. Sasuke Aiha Menma Namees I didn't ask for your names Gar said as the sand trio and the members of team 12 dispersed leaving a heated Sasuke and Menma and in Starruck Sakura and a curious Naruko the Kenomaru troop picked up their stuff and ran getting away from the mean big kids back with Nar the two Jennon walked to their training grounds in silence. Just what the hell was that guy? Sori said, "Who that Gar guy? Best not to get yourself worked up about him yet." Sori grabbed Cachiro off her head and petted him. "And what? You're not. I am too, but we shouldn't let ourselves get worked up of a person we might not see in battle." "Wait till the time comes for him to prove himself. Then we'll go from there," Sori sighed. "Yeah, I guess you're right. But that sand [ __ ] is going down if and when I see her." Nar smirked. Oh, and why? What do you have to prove by beating her? Oh, um, well, the aiha began to blush heavily. Nar began to push the subject harder. Well, what is it? Before he pushed any further, they reached the training ground where Anko and Yakumo were waiting. Well, you two like to take your dear sweet time. Seori stopped blushing and began to tell the tale of what happened. Yakumo was surprised that the tunin exams were happening already. She must have forgotten about them due to all the training she was doing. Well, there you go. Ruining the surprise brats. This meeting was about me nominating you all for the annual Tunin exams that takes place tomorrow. FYI, I wouldn't have nominated you all unless I thought you all have improved. Your teamwork is strong as your trust in one another is unbreakable and individually. You all are strong. Yes, even you, Yakumo. The girl looked up in shock. Even me. Nar smiled. Yes, even you. You got this yakumo with your jing jutsu. My strength and Nar's something will win this. Sori added. Narut glared at her. My something. Can you please give me credit? Like I didn't just own that wave mission. Yeah, you did. All right, I guess. All right. I saved your life, you onion head. Why? What the hell did you just call me? G guys, please don't fight. Stay out of this, yakumo. This little [ __ ] has it coming. Anko watched her team with a smile and she secretly wrapped her arms around the kids. I love you guys. The Jennins stopped their bickering and saw their sensei's happy, teary face. Yakumo embraces it while crying slightly also while Nar and Sori blush a bit, but with a smile or smirk. The next day, Narut was walking to the academy where the test was supposedly going to be. Okay, just a FYI, that Gar kid is a genturi of Shikaku of the one tales, so watch him. He's unstable. I knew it. That's why he was so off. It makes perfect sense. What can he do as his genturi? Well, I think it gives him control over sand, but it also leaves him with insomnia, one of his reasons why he is so unstable. The genturiki of Shikaku can never be able to sleep as he tries to take over your body. Kurama states. Narut sighed. Now he had a little bit of Gar's backstory. Right now in front of the academy was Sori and Yakumo waiting for him. Sure took your time idiot. Hello Nar. Nar smiled at Yakumo and greeted her with a smile. But Sori, he just looked at with a mock unpleasant look. The three just head inside and see a huge crowd by the door. Yakumo noticed something was off as her two teammates were heading to the crowd, too. She grabbed them. No, there's a Jing jutsu there. We<unk>ll go up the first few floors since this room is a fake. The two nodded. They trusted their teammate when it came to Jingjutsu, so they followed her instructions. They secretly moved to the stairs of the room, but Sori heard her idiot brother announce the floor they were on is a lie. Don't bother with them. Let's just get up there," she advised, and the team agreed. No reason to stick around. They headed up to the third floor where they saw Anko standing by the waiting room. "Excellent job in figuring it out, you three. I'm glad you all came because even if one of you didn't show up, we couldn't allow you to enter since this takes team effort." The three understood. She didn't tell them that before because she wanted them to make the decision on their own and not be judged by it. Enko smirked. Well, go on and you three. Good luck. With that, the Jonan was gone and only thing in front of the three was the door. Team seven was right behind them with Sai supporting an injured Sasuke while Sakura treated the wound on his cheek. Sori laughed when she saw him. Ha! Who beat your ass? Sakura glared at her. "Shut up, Sori team. This isn't funny." Sasuke growled as he pushed back Sakura and Sai and moved into the room with the others following him. The room was full of killing intent since they were fresh meat. Narut was fairing a little better than everyone around him since he felt Kurama's chakra twice. So this was kid anger compared to Kurama. Suddenly something clung to Sasuke. Hey Sasuke Kuan, you're here too, huh? Get off him. Eno pig. Make me billboard brow. The two began to bicker and Naruto just sighed. This is some [ __ ] Soon, Shikamaru and Choji pulled up by him. "Man, you guys are here, too, huh? Funny." Menma was going around the room saying, "You weren't going to show up." Narside. His brother just lives to get humiliated. Eno looked over to Nar and Sori. "Those two seemed to be closer than before. What's up with them?" Eno thought, getting curious. Then team eight showed up with Ka hollering as usual. Hey you guys. So you guys showed up too, huh? Seems we'll kick team seven and team 12's assess too. Hinata looked over to Nar and blushed. Um um hi Naruto Kuan. Huh? Oh yeah. Hey, he said dryly before turning back to Sori who was just talking about the Jennine present. Hinata saw how engaged he was with Sori and glared in envy. So Narut is more interested than her all of a sudden. What the hell? She thought in slight anger before Ka opened his mouth towards Nar. So you think you if all people have a shot at becoming a tunin idiot. You should have just stayed home. Nar laughed. Says the one who was nearly as low as me in the academy. Ka the only people who did worse than you was Shikamaru and I. and we just didn't care enough. Whatever, idiot. If I see you in the exams, I'll crush you. Kachiro stuck his tongue out at Akamu, who was in Ka's jacket as well. The dog growled. Narut rolled his eyes. Before he said anything, however, a guy with gray hair in a ponytail with glasses spoke. "You all should really keep it down." "Yeah, and who the hell are you?" Eno shouted. The man chuckled. "My name is Kabuto Yakushi. I'm a experienced contender for these exams. Experienced? What the hell is up with this guy? Narudo thought. What the hell does that mean? Ka asked. It means that this not my first time or second time taking these exams, but actually this is my seventh year. Menma who just pulled up with Naruko chuckled. I'm sorry, but did you say your seventh time? If that case, give up, dude. You suck. Yes. Well, some of us just have diehard dreams. Anyway, I use these times at the tunin exams to gather details about others, even some that have yet to even enter, like you rookies. Sasuke moved up. You have information on the Jennon here? The gray-haired Jennon nodded. Anyone in here who is in this exam I know about? All right, I have a few names. Gar of the sand, Rock Lee of Kanoha, Narut Uzumaki, and Sori Aiha. The two people in the group frowned. Well, you made it too easy now. Kabuto pulled up the first card, revealing Gar. His name is Gar of the Sand. His teammates are his siblings. Tamari of the sand andro of the sand. Their sensei is named Baky. Not much is known on Gar in terms of skill, just that he has control over sand. His completed missions are 100 D ranks, 30 C rank, 2 B ranks, and one A rank. Get this though, he completed the A rank without being injured one time. The Jennon widened their eyes in shock. This guy is serious. Rock Lee, his teammates are Tenent and Niji Huga. Hinata flinched at that name. Their sensei is Mike Guy. His skills show that while his ninjutsu and jing jutsu are not quite well, his tai jutsu is off the charts. Narudo frowned. That was not surprising to hear since he's a guy mini. Naruto Kitsun or formerly known as Uzumaki Namikes. His teammates are Sori Aiha and Yakumo Kurama. Their sensei is Anko Midarashi. His skills are actually Ha. The card. It went blank. Yakumo frowned as she released her hands from making a hand seal. I will not allow you to expose my teammates. If I can, I will keep their secrets. Nar and Sori smiled at her. She really was ready. Sasuke and Menma were livid at being interrupted in finding out information about Nar. Soon, the room was covered in smoke. All right, you idiots, listen well. My name is Iiki Marino, your first proctor of the exams. But from here on out, I'll settle for being your worst nightmare.