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I do not own any of the characters of Naruto. They are owned by Masashi Kishimoto and various Companies, Productions and Corporations . I am only a fan who is writing for leisure. And to up my writing skills.


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"You want me to what?" Tsunade questioned her old comrade. Trying to fight the growing irritation from her voice while trying to suppress the urge to knock the pervert out unconscious. He better have a good reason for this.

"You heard me." Jiraiya replied back.

"And what makes you think I will even allow such a thing to happen? Let alone take place?" Tsunade questioned as she glared at him. There has to be a catch somewhere. His idea seems to be too convenient to be genuine.

"Well not only will it unite some of the ties with the other villages, it will also encourage the younger generation to join the kunoichi ranks. Think about it as a promotion." Jiraiya answered. Trying to keep his gaze neutral as not to reveal his plans.

He knew there had been a massive decline of females wanting to become a shinobi. By holding such an event should at least increase recruitment. While helping him at the same time.

"Besides I know for a fact that whenever such tournaments are held, there are bound to be some form of gambling involved." Jiraiya added. The word gambling should perk up Tsunade's interest.

"What exactly do you get in this?" Tsunade replied back. Thinking of the many benefits the competition was sure to bring. Though she still doubted her comrade. There was that gleam in his eyes that suggested that his interest was not entirely for the village but for himself. So there must be some sort of catch.

"ha? Why are you questioning my motives for? What's important is what's best for the village." Jiraiya replied back. He can already tell he had already won this argument. She wasn't rejecting his proposal so far. she's Just trying to figure out what he was up to.

Tsunade remained silent. Trying to work out what Jiraiya was up to. But he was right. The village's interest comes first. Besides it would be a great opportunity to show what talents the Kunoichi of Konoha has to offer. She just had to keep an eye on him.

"Very well. You have yourself a deal." Tsunade replied back as they shook each other's hand.

Jiraiya smirked, eyes shining in glee. He can't wait til everything comes to action. He had to restrain himself for now. He was already thinking of various novels he can produce out of all these. Now to spread a little rumour to get the ball rolling.

Contrary to popular beliefs, men are the biggest gossip than women. They just don't want to admit it. Knowing this little fact, Jiraiya set his plans into motion.

A week later, posters were posted up on bulletin boards as well as letters mailed to different countries. They were all about the same thing. Kunoichi Tournament. A test of combat skills.

Within a few days, Tsunade's office was swamped by responses from different villages eager to join and watch the competition take place.

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Battle For The Golden Fox;

Chapter 01; - "so it begins"...(start)


Kunoichi Lounge...

Mitarashi Anko, Yuhi Kurenai, Shizune, Suzume, Uzuki Yuugao, and Inuzuka Hana were all seated together. Their subject at the moment was about the tournament.

"I think its ridiculous having this sort of competition." Suzume replied back as she adjusted her glasses at the bridge of her nose to keep it from sliding off.

The rest of the women nodded their heads in agreement. All except for Anko.

"I don't think so. I think it's great! Think about it! Being able to fight in the best of your abilities against one another." Anko replied back enthusiastically.

"That's easy for you to say Anko since you thrive in action. It would seem unfair for the rest of the competitors." Suzume replied back. She wasn't a fighter. She knew this. She was a teacher, teaching young kunoichis the finer things in life such as the art of flower arranging and cooking. She was more brains than brawn.

"From what I know, the tournament has three parts. Genin, Chuunin and Jounin. They fight each other according to their rank and also an obstacle course. Afterwards they are divided into groups. To keep it fair." Shizune explained.

"Are any of you joining?" Yuugao asked. In truth she was intrigued. She wanted to join. Besides it was a great chance to test herself against other female Nins. Present company included.

"I'VE ALREADY SIGNED UP!" Anko responded in glee. Which came as no surprise to the rest of the women.

"I'm in. What about you Kurenai?" Hana answered. She already knew that from the look of things Suzume wasn't interested.

"I'm still thinking about it." Kurenai answered.

"What's the prize for this anyway?" Suzume asked. Already tired of the subject.

" A golden trophy, recognition, and all expenses paid trip for two to Wave Country." Shizune answered.

"There are also rumours going around." Hana brought up. She had heard a lot of rumours about the tournament, one most popular rumour was about a certain blonde shinobi.

"About what?" Yuugao asked.

"You mean you girls didn't know? The major prize of Uzumaki Naruto!" Anko supplied them.

Which made the women gasped in utter and complete surprise.

"NO WAY!" Yuugao exclaimed not believing her ears.

Anko only crossed her hands across her chest and nodded. "Uhuh. That's right. The trip for two is with Uzumaki Naruto." she remarked with a sadistic grin which all her companions knew pretty well.

"And how did you come by this information Anko? Tsunade-sama didn't even tell me any of this." Shizune asked her companion.

"Well I heard Kakashi and Iruka talk about it while I was at the Hokage tower. I overheard them say that The trip for two consisted of the winner of the tournament and the company of Naruto for a month to the wave. Tsunade was still trying to think of a way how to inform Naruto about it. Apparently Jiraiya had altered the letters that was sent out to the other villages, naming Naruto as one of the major prizes." Anko explained.

"Oh that poor boy." Kurenai replied back.

"You mean young man. And I wouldn't feel sorry for him considering the amount of response we got back from the other villages." Anko corrected.

All the other women looked at Shizune for confirmation. Shizune merely nodded. The amount of letters flooded Tsunade's office. No wonder her mentor wanted to kill her former team mate.

Anko grinned. "Considering the looks on your faces. I'm guessing you're all contemplating about the tournament now."

The rest of the women blushed. Naruto has become the village's eye candy. No matter where he went dozens of eyes followed, tongues wagged and the women drooled.

"I thought so." Anko replied back as she licked her lips in anticipation. She was looking forward to this little competition.

"There's one thing I don't understand in any of this." Suzume interrupted as she yet again adjusted her glasses.

"What is it Suzume?" Asked Hana. "The stipulations and rewards about the tournament was pretty much straight forward"

"Well…" Suzume began but was rudely interrupted by Anko.

"Just say it!" Anko exclaimed impatiently.

"I'm just wondering if Naruto knew of the role he would play in all this? I'm pretty sure he wouldn't be condoning himself as a prize trophy." Suzume explained. Doubtful of the blonde's participation. She had heard talks about the blonde demon carrier. Judging from what she had heard, while Naruto may be rough around the edges, he has a heart of gold and was always reluctant about his perverted mentor's plans. She also heard that he sometimes foils Jiraiya's peeping whenever he catches his perverted mentor near the women's hot springs.

"Now that I think about it, you do have a point Suzume." Kurenai agreed. Based from what Hinata had told her, Naruto was quite shy and had always great respect towards women. Hinata had reassured her that while Naruto wasn't an ideal gentleman, he wouldn't try and take advantage of any situation if he knew it was unfair and unjust.

"Well Shizune?" Yuugao asked their companion. If anyone should know more about the tournament it would be Shizune since she was Tsunade's apprentice.

Shizune merely looked at her lap. "Well I didn't even know Naruto was involved in this, if I have I would have probably warned him."

"And then…" Anko prodded.

"Which could only mean that Tsunade and Jiraiya are trying to keep Naruto in the dark about his role. If they wanted Naruto to know they would have at least told me about it." Shizune explained. Disappointed that Tsunade and Jiraiya seemed to have collaborated on Naruto's behalf.

"That's right. If Kakashi and Iruka were talking about it in such privy, then they're probably part of Jiraiya's plan of keeping Naruto in the dark!" Anko exclaimed as all the pieces of the puzzle began to fall into place.

"But how could you keep something as big like this from Naruto? I mean it's the talk of the whole village!" Yuugao exclaimed.

"It must be something very diabolical." Suzume answered while she heard the women gasp.

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Meanwhile somewhere in Konoha…...

Naruto happily gobbled up large helpings of his favourite food in the whole wide world. Ramen.

Ayame merely smiled at the blonde affectionately as she watched him inhale the ramen she kept bringing him. There was no way to describe a feeling of pride when you watch someone appreciate all your hard work by eating it all up and not spilling a drop of it. She had worked hard, cooking everything that Naruto ordered. Naruto would stop everytime to give her his compliments as he devoured them in less than two minutes.

"Thanks Ayame-chan!" Naruto said as he gave her one of his foxy grins as he continued to eat. "OY! OJISAN! YOU SHOULD DO THIS MORE OFTEN!" Naruto called out to Ayame's father who was cooking at the back.

Ichiraku merely smirked. The youth had no idea behind the reason of his most recent food promotion. He didn't like keeping him in the dark and was against the idea at first when Jiraiya had come to see him about keeping Naruto occupied.

Jiraiya had given him a lot of money and promised more if he would agree to keep Naruto occupied right until the tournament begins. He wanted nothing to do with it at first but Jiraiya had assured him that it was for Naruto's sake. Ichiraku had grown fond of the boy and treated him like a son he never had. So it was only natural for him to feel protective of blonde. Besides, Jiraiya was his mentor. He won't let anything disastrous happen to Naruto right?

"Oh Man! I'm so stuffed." Naruto commented as he belched out loud. "Sorry Ayame-chan. Please excuse me." While the girl blushed.

"It's ok Naruto. It only means that you have enjoyed your meal." Ayame replied back. As she began stacking up the dishes.

Naruto felt guilty as he watched Ayame collect the towering bowls of which use to contain delicious ramen. It looks like Ayame would be stuck washing the dishes. While Naruto enjoyed the free meal he got, he felt rather guilty that Ayame and her father had worked hard to cook his meal and he didn't lift a finger to help.

"Hey Ayame-chan do you need any help?" Naruto asked as he began to help her collect the dishes.

"No. It's ok Naruto." Ayame replied back.

"No it's not. You've worked hard to prepare me a meal without me paying the amount that it mostly deserves. The least I can do is help you clean up." Naruto replied back not taking "No" for an answer as he balanced the towering bowls on his arms and made his way to the back of the counter to begin washing the dishes.

Ayame could only blush as Naruto joined her side. She had always thought of Naruto as kind and thoughtful. They began washing the dishes along side each other and sooner than expected the dishes were done.

"Well, thanks again Ayame-chan and jisan! I'll see you guys tomorrow! I have to go train now." Naruto bid his farewell. He needed to loose all the food he had consumed. A future Hokage should look fit after all.

"Ja ne Naruto-kun! See you tomorrow." Ayame called out as she waved him off.

Ichiraku smirked. Whenever Naruto had no missions, he was either at their diner or training anyways. But what's different this time is the amount of time he was there. He almost spent the whole day there, and to be honest he was getting tired. Perhaps an "Eat all you can all week promotion" wasn't a really good idea since the boy practically inhaled the stuff, the same as the Akimichi boy. But then again it was Jiraiya who would be paying for all their expenses. Besides the business was booming, he just needed to hire more help that's all.

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