Roots. The underlying overlooked parts of a tree, providing sustenance to build a forest. An orphanage for potential ninja, that had transformed orphan into heroes. Led by Danzo, a mummy, I mean veteran shinobi, former teammate of the Third Hokage.
The Uchiha clans massacre had left the village in chaos, and created yet another orphan. Sarutobi was not stupid. He knew a normal orphanage would be useless for Sasuke. At the same time he needed to find a new home for Uzumaki Naruto. A boy abused and ostracized for no fault of his own. He needed to learn how to defend himself. After a few moments, the answer struck him.
One hawk sent message later, Danzo appeared in front of him. Sarutobi got to the point. "How would you like a signed copy of Icha Icha Paradise?" Danzo's mouth opened and closed like that of a fish on land. Receiving a signed copy of the greatest literature ever was like winning a lottery 12 times in a row.
He reached out for the book, but Sarutobi pulled it away. "You think I'll give it for free? Asked the Hokage cheekily. Danzo signed as he waited for his old teammate to elaborate. "I want you to train Uzumaki Naruto and Uchiha Sasuke in the ninja ways."
It was a no-brainer. "