A/N: Alright, it's been a while since I've written, but not long since I've read fanfictions. I have to say that I miss it because I've read some truly awesome fanfics out there , so first and foremost props to the writing community out there I'm glad you're still around. I'd like to apologize to those who care for falling off the face of the planet; I had school, girls, school, parents, and both my computers breaking D: but I got a job so of course the first thing I bought was a laptop after I got a car. But now I am back in business and ready to bring some, presumably, good ideas to my writing. :D so on we go, I'll be writing a few chapters ahead if I can so don't be surprised if I wait a bit before coming up with a new one. Also I might steal ideas and stuff from my other stories, for those that read it I did like the idea I had with Elemental, but I deleted it so those who haven't read it will have no idea what I'm talking about
Disclaimer for my entire story: I do NOT own Naruto, pretty self explanatory.
Chapter 1: Introduction
(Inside the Hokage's office)
"Are you sure you want to do this Jiraiya? He might not be too keen on it and it will be hard to get him back into the fold in time for the Academy… and even if I do then there is no guarantee he won't harbor a degree of hatred to the village that forsook his unknowing sacrifice to harbor the 9 tails." the wizened Sarutobi asked his white haired ex-student.
"The boy needs a proper life, and this recent attempt on his life is NOT what Minato would want for him. It's time I fulfilled my promise as godfather and gave him a good life. I'll make sure he understands the implications of the Kyuubi when he is ready, and he's Minato's son, his love for Konoha might as well be inherited" Jiraiya said jokingly, "besides, you know as well as I do that even if you tell me no. I will be taking him with me"
Hiruzen sighed to himself as he knew this was no idle threat. He debated on how he should handle this situation. They both sat in tense silence before Hiruzen seemed to get a gleam in his eyes. The old Hokage decided he had no choice, but that doesn't mean he couldn't influence things a little.
"I will agree to this on a few conditions Jiraiya. 1. Naruto has to be back in time to take the Academy test. 2. He has to serve on a Genin team of MY choosing. 3. He is expected to be informed and taught of his heritage, Kyuubi, Ninjutsu, Genjutsu, Taijutsu, proper etiquette, and anything else you deem appropriate as his training progresses. I plan on naming him as my successor at some point if you can train him right. And I want you to inform him of this decision; I have a hunch that it will make him more receptive of the idea as well as giving him motivation to work hard." Hiruzen said evenly, shocking the perverted sage.
"Y-you can't be serious Sarutobi-sensei, Naruto as the Hokage? That won't pass by the Council and you know it." Jiraiya exasperatedly replied.
"I understand Jiraiya, but under the right circumstances, with the right leverage, and with enough talking to the council and warming them up to it might get passed. And you know as well as I do that Minato's son would be a great Kage like he was. I can already tell you that the boy has massive a massive chakra pool and stubbornness and determination like both of his parents did, and if he's as talented as his father then I couldn't think of a more able successor. You cannot argue with me on this, I know that I am old and that I need a successor with the appropriate power. With you refusing the title, Tsunade claiming disassociation, and Orochimaru turning renegade we simply don't have anyone of the necessary caliber to take my place. I'm not asking you to turn him into a Kage-level ninja in the short amount of time that he'll be under your tutelage but understand that this is my intention and is my word." The Hokage retorted, pulling rank on the other ninja unnecessarily, and watching Jiraiya's face turn from one of shock to annoyance.
"Fine, Hiruzen-dono, I will do as you wish." The toad sage replied spitefully before leaving to find his godson.
Hiruzen sighed before leaning back and taking a hearty pull from his pipe and mulling over the meeting, figuring out how to make it work and where it would lead his beloved village.
(In Naruto's apartment bedroom)
Naruto sat up from his bed in a hurry due to his massive sneeze, knowing subconsciously that someone was talking about him. Deciding that it wasn't worth his time the boy rolled over to try and sleep despite the pain in his injured arm from the attack on his life earlier that day. At least that was his plan before his front door suddenly shot into his room from across the apartment.
A/N: Well there it is, chapter one. I love a good cliffhanger that hopefully makes you want to read more ;) I'll start work on chapter 2 immediately and it will be significantly longer so don't worry.