The Next Generation

Chapter 1

Their Idols

Note: Hello everyone, I've been wanting to write a story about Boruto and the new generation, but I've been spending a lot of time making sure everything works out. Before I start, I do want to say that there will be some things that I use from the official stuff like the manga and Boruto the Movie. I hope this doesn't affect anyone. I just liked what they did and wanted to expand it into a longer, more thought-out story. As of right now, I don't have a day when I can update this normally so be sure to stick around and I'll figure it out eventually. I keep you guys informed as the story takes off, but I hope you guys enjoy the first chapter.

"So how was training today?"

"It was easy. I was able to do it all by myself. It just sucks that 4 Shadow Clones are my limit. If I could make more then…"

"Boruto." Naruto's voice was stern. "That's not why you're out there. You're supposed to learn how to work as a team. I trust that you're sensei is doing his job correctly." He looked at Konohamaru who could only scratch his head with a half-assed smile. That's when he sighed. "You need to understand the importance of teamwork. Without it, you won't succeed as a shinobi."

"Ugh, you've told me this before."

"Then you should understand it by now."

Knock knock. Everyone turned their heads as the door to the Hokage's office opened up. A man with a mysterious aura walked in. Only two people in the room knew who it was. It was Sasuke.

"Naruto, are you busy?"

"We'll talk later."

Team 7 bowed to him and left. However, Sarada stayed behind for a few more seconds.

"Hokage-sama, I'm really sorry about Boruto. We try to tell him about not going solo, but he always thinks he can do it without us."

"It's alright, Sarada. You don't need to strain yourself over this. I'll talk to him later. Keep up the hard work," he said with a smile. On the other hand, Sarada immediately got flustered and headed towards the door.

"Hi dad," she said as she passed Sasuke. All Sasuke did was put his hand on her shoulder as she passed by.

"So what's up Sasuke?"

…

"Ugh, my dad is always in his moods."

"What are you talking about? Lord Seventh just wants to make sure that you're on the right track to being the best shinobi that you can be. Also, you're his son. He kind of expects you to be strong."

"Well, what about you? You're the daughter of the only person who can rival my dad. No one puts you on a pedestal."

At that moment, Sarada snapped for a second. She clenched her fist, but tried to remain calm.

"Boruto, I don't know if you realize this, but we all progress at our own pace. I'm where I am because that's how I am. You, on the other hand, have progressed faster than anyone else and yet, you're known as the troublemaker kid."

"Uh, Sarada, you don't make any sense."

"Whatever. I gotta go. My mom's probably wondering where I am." Sarada waved to them goodbye and went off on her own. Boruto did the same thing and Mizuki was left alone as per usual.

…

After their meeting, Sasuke walked through the street to head home. However, he quickly halted by a minor incursion. Boruto jumped from the sky and tried landing on Sasuke. Unfortunately, Sasuke disappeared before his attack could even do anything. Boruto looked around frantically until he realized too late that Sasuke was standing right behind him. Sasuke kicked his legs out from under him and pushed him to the ground.

"Guh! Hey, what the heck?!"

"I think that's the question I should be asking you." Sasuke got a good look at the kid and realized who he was. "Oh, you're Naruto's kid, right."

"Yeah. I'm Uzumaki Boruto, the greatest shinobi that ever lived."

"Hm, how similar."

"Huh? What was that?"

"Forget it. Why did you try to attack me?"

"Because I heard rumors that you're the only one who could rival my dad. Is that true? I need to know."

"Hasn't Naruto already talked to you about stuff like this?"

"Yeah, but that came from his mouth. I want to hear it from the person who has gone face-to-face with him."

"Yes, it's true. Why do you care so much about this?"

"Because I want to get stronger. I want to learn from you." Boruto suddenly bowed to him. "Please take me in as your disciple."

"Huh? Why don't you ask your dad?"

"He doesn't understand. He's too busy being Hokage. That's why I wanted to ask you. You're strong and so much cooler than he is."

"You definitely got that wrong," he said under his breath.

"Please." Boruto was still leaned over as he waited for Sasuke's response.

"I'll think about it. Stand up straight, you look like a loser."

When Boruto looked up, he saw Sasuke walking off in his silence. That's when he couldn't help but think about how cool that guy is. He wanted to be his student so badly and he was determined to do anything and everything in his power to make it become a reality.

…

Knock knock.

"Yes, who is it?"

"Um, Lord Seventh…" Sarada poked her head into the Hokage's office. "Are you busy right now?"

"Well, I wouldn't say I'm busy. Is there something that you need?"

"I was just wondering if I could talk to you."

"Sure, I think I'm able to give you a couple of minutes. Come on in."

Sarada came in with a smile on her face and stood in the middle of the room.

"So what's up? Is this about your training?"

"Sort of."

"Well, don't worry about it too much. I can see that your team is one of the most capable ones out there. When the Chunin exams come around, I'm sure your team will do fine."

"No, it's not that. I was wondering… You've wanted to be Hokage ever since you were my age, right?"

"Pretty much, and look where I'm at now. I'm Hokage and it's completely different than I originally thought. I thought it be all about showing my strength, but doing this instead isn't that bad, I guess."

"I want to be Hokage too." Sarada suddenly bowed to him and closed her eyes.

"You do?"

"I do. I don't know why, but for some reason, I've wanted to be Hokage for quite some time now. Hokage-sama, why did you want to be Hokage?"

"Why?" He looked at Sarada who stood back from her bow and take a step closer to him. "Well, for me, it was all about being accepted. I'm the Jinchuuriki, as you should know. Back in the old days, people didn't like the idea of having a Jinchuuriki in the village so I was discriminated from everything. When I heard about the Hokage and what they could do, I knew I had to be the next one. That's when I would be accepted. That's when I would be able to make a difference in this world."

Sarada's face started to light up with joy. Naruto didn't know it, but his words were touching her heart. At that moment, she bowed once again.

"Lord Seventh, please take me in as your student. I want to learn under you. I want to be strong enough to protect the ones. I want to make a difference as well. You're the person I look up to the most. Please accept me as your student."

Naruto was caught off guard by this request. He's never actually had a student before. Konohamaru is the closest person to being his student, but that was only because they were close friends and rivals. Now that Sarada was in front of him, asking this of him, he had to think about this. She was Sasuke's daughter so he was wondering why she would ask him and not Sasuke, her own father.

"Sarada, uh, let's just calm down for a second. You know you have Konohamaru as your team sensei, right?"

"I know, but I can't relate to him. I've tried, but he just has a different approach to certain things. Don't get me wrong, I love Konohamaru-sensei. I just don't think he guide to where I want to go."

"Hm, I guess that's understandable. When I was your age, I had three teachers who all specialized in something different and that helped me get stronger."

"So will you do it?"

Naruto looked at Sarada and could see that she was completely genuine. He could see the determination in her eyes which kind of reminded him of himself when he was younger.

"Well, I can't guarantee that I'd give a lot of time since I am quite busy all of the time, but…"

"I don't care. As long as you're my sensei, I'll work harder than any other shinobi in the village. I promise to not let you down."

"Sarada, have you asked your father about this?"

"Um, not really. My father is hard to approach."

"I see. Well, I'll talk to him about this and I'll be sure to let you know soon. I do appreciate you wanting to learn under me."

"Thank you, Lord Seventh. Sarada smiled brightly and then left his office. After she left, he spun his chair around and looked out towards the village.

"This generation is something special. I'm sure they will surpass us in no matter."

End of Chapter 1