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Next morning
Naruto had a mission today. He had sent out a kage bunshin to the flower shop to drop off a message for Ino before making his way to his closest neighbors, the Hyuga.
He had important matters that needed to be addressed and he decided to start with the Hyuga clan.
He walked up and saw a Hyuga standing guard by the gate
"Halt. What business do you have here Uzumaki?" The guard asked.
"I need to speak to Hiashi Hyuga. If he refuses then please pass on this message. The dove has returned to its nest high above the thundering waves." Naruto said cryptically. The guard nodded before making his way inside the main building. The young ninja was surprised when Neji walked back out.
"Naruto, Hiashi-sama will speak to you in a moment. He is in council with the Hyuuga elders. Please follow me" Neji said cooly. "If I may ask why are you here?"
Naruto didn't know the political game all that well but knew enough. "It is a clan matter to be resolved by the main branch clan head." Neji nodded his head and didn't ask another word.
He was led to a small room with a small coffee table. Neji led him inside and held the door open as Hanabi walked in. He then bowed before sliding the door closed.
The two stayed quiet for a moment before she started pouring three cups of tea. "Hello Naruto-san. I hope the day finds you well" she said politely.
"It has indeed. Hanabi-chan. How's Konohamoru doing?" He said with a grin. Hanabi did her best to hide her blush.
"He is doing well. Ever since Udons death in the sound invasion I have tried to keep him happy." Hanabi said with an even voice. The door opened once more and the elder Hyuga walked in. As he did Hanabi got up and bowed to both of them. "Have a good day Naruto."
Hiashi waited for his younger daughter to leave before he activated the privacy seals. Hiashi took one look at Naruto's hand before smirking and taking a seat. "So the dove has indeed returned to its nest. Tell me, how did it find its way home. "
"He rode the same winds that carried his ancestors, and the final destination brought him to his ancestral home." Naruto said with a smile.
"So I believe this means you will be activating the old Namikazel businesses and accounts?" He asked, sipping his tea.
"Yes. I have been led to believe that after my father's death the Hyua clan started running all the businesses"
Hiashi smiled. "In a way. It is no lie, I knew who you were. But under Sarutobi-sama's order I was told to wait until you were strong enough to take your father's name. So instead of taking over, I simply continued to let the businesses run as they always had." He said while handing Naruto a note. "This a copy of last months ledger"
'Namikaze Clan Lighting: 70000 ryoThe Elden Pact: 800000 ryoHi no Kuni Land Agreement: 1.5 million ryoNamikaze Electric: 90000 ryo.The Global Leaf Bank: 1.2 million ryoOthers: 25000 ryo'
"You will learn in due time all the little details but for now here's what you need to know. Back in the warring era, the Senju and Uchiha finally brought peace and settled behind the mountain. What know one else knows is that the Namikaze clan was a very big clan. They had compounds all through Hi no kuni and the land the village was going to built on was owned by the Namikaze clan."
"The Elden Pact was the agreement between Hashirama, Madara, and your ancestor Arashi Namikaze. It allowed the two clans to settle here and build a village. But the Namikaze clan would get paid for every square foot of territory they wanted. Which included the hokage monument."
"So Hashirama devised a plan where every citizen and ninja that worked, their check would get a small tax and that tax paid the debt. Plus the Namikaze clan made the lighting and electric possible through the new village. They also own many other businesses. Again you'll learn all of that in due time. Now. Is there anything you wanted to ask?" Hiashi explained.
"Yes. When I take over I would like to partner with you. I would like the Hyuga to continue to run the finances for me and in return I'm willing to pay for it. Unless you already have a system in place." Naruto said. Before Hiashi could respond there was a knock on the door.
"One moment Naruto," deactivating the privacy seals he opened the door. Hiashi quickly saw the anbu beside the branch clan member. "Dismissed Toru. To what do I owe the honor Bear."
The bear masked Anbu was quick to speak. "Lady Tsunade has called a council meeting in an hour. But she has requested you come to her office now. Along with Uzumaki." He said Hiashi nodded and the anbu was gone in a swirl of leaves
"Let's not waste any time then Naruto. Are you revealing it today?" He said while putting on a green obi.
"Yes. I'm also taking over my council seat. Both the Namikaze and the Uzumaki. I sent a clone to Tsuande earlier with the wills of my parents. I believe she is going to see the wills executed." Naruto said as they both disappeared in a swirl of leaves.
Tsunade read through both wills when she heard a knock on her door. "Enter" she smiled when she saw the two enter her room. "Good. You're both here. I take it Naruto has already informed you. Yes? Good. I also had an anbu grab Sakate from the bank. I need him to verify the wills."
Hiashi nodded, "I thought as much. I also presume you brought me here to give my vote of confidence? " Tsunade nodded her head as Naurto raised his eyebrows. "Everyone on the council gets voted on. There hasn't been anyone on the Namikaze seat or the Uzumaki seat since your father. After he died the votes from your clans were handled by the hokage and the seats unoccupied in honor of the clans."
Naruto listened and had his own thoughts. "Will there be any problems with me joining?" Hiashi furrowed his brow.
"They will question your age and experience, plus your overall skill level. All clan council members are strong enough to take on Anbu. So be prepared." There was a knock on the door.
"Enter" a rather skinny man, wearing a white kimono with a blue decorated obi on top walked in. His pale eyes were sharp. "Hokage-sama, Hiashi-sama. To what do I owe the pleasure."
Hiashi spoke first. "You have been called to verify two wills that were drawn and written by your Department. When verified they will be executed by the Hokage personally."
Sakate nodded before looking at Naruto. "I take its for the boy?" He said. Tsunade narrowed her eyes at his tone. She was surprised when Hiashi spoke first.
"Watch your tone Sakate. Only warning. Not that it matters anyways. Look at the wills." He said with a harsh voice. Sakate looked at Hiashi weirdly. But he did as commanded. He took one look and he nearly dropped the paper.
"P-p-prince Naruto!?!?" He said quietly. He looked at the other one before he gulped. "Please forgive me prince Naruto. I meant no disrespect. I can verify both wills. Written 15 years ago. Right before Naruto was born." Tsunade smiled.
"Dismissed Sakate. Keep this to yourself until it is announced to the village. Anyways. By my authority as the Fifth Hokage, I hereby grant and execute the wills of one Minato A. Namikaze and one Kushina U. Namikaze. It is my pleasure to announce that you may take your father's name. And should you wish, when you are ready to retire then you may return to your families kingdom and bring the Uzumaki Empire back."
Tsunade said happily.
Hiashi bowed at Naruto while he himself grinned sheepishly.
With Ino
Ino had a rather interesting morning. When she woke up, she didn't know how she got there. Then remember her date. Which she enjoyed. 'Naruto was a perfect gentlemen. And if he keeps treating me like that, I might just end up spoiled.'
She then proceeded to change out of her dress and into a red tank top with black leggings. She was surprised when Naruto knocked on her window. That was an interesting conversation.
"Couldn't get enough of me last night Naruto-kun? Well too bad your just a smidge late. I just got done changing." She said with a seductive wink.
"Who said I didn't watch you, Ino-chan? You didn't even know I was here until I knocked on the window." He teased back. Instead of blushing Ino grinned.
"Oh really? You? A pervert? Please" she laughed. Naruto just whistled an innocent tune. .
"Hmm. I wonder what daddy would say if he knew his princess had black lingerie?" Naruto said softly. Ino blushed but didn't back down.
"It sounds like someone else is more interested in it than my father." Ino said before she held herself. "Maybe I am wearing some. But I don't think you'll ever get another look." She said winking at Naruto. She was surprised when he fired back.
"I guess I just got to take you on more dates and spoil you until you fall in love with me." He said. Ino giggled.
"Me fall in love with you? Is this your way of asking me on a second date? Fine. But not so expensive next time." She said as she started doing her hair.
"Great. Anyways I came here with a message" Naruto said. Ino gave him a look. "I'm not the real Naruto. I am but a humble clone. Naruto had an important meeting today. I was created to ask for a second date and to tell you that I would be busy today."
"Well at least you can multitask. But how will the real Naruto know if you're only a clone?" She asked.
"Long story. Short version. The kage bunshin makes solid clones. Any memories gained by a clone are sent to the user when a clone is dispelled." He said. Ino seemed to understand that. She then got a devious idea. She got up slowly and walked to the clone.
"So all of this will get sent to Naruto when you dispel?" Seeing the clone nod Ino smiled. "Good." She said before she pulled Naruto in for a brisk kiss. It left Naruto dumbfounded. "Call that a reward for a perfect date and many more if you keep treating me right" was all she said before kicking the clone, dispelling it instantly.
She finished up with her hair shortly afterwards and made her way down stairs. Her mom was cooking breakfast while her dad sat and read the newspaper.
"Hey princess. Were you talking to someone? Also how was your date last night?" Inoichi asked, not looking up from his papers.
"Yeah. Naruto sent me a clone to ask for a second date. And that he sent a clone because he had a very important meeting today. And my date went perfect daddy. He was a gentlemen the entire time." Lily peeked her ears up at the conversation.
"Well I'm glad you found a man that can treat you right. Here dear. Asuma came by. Team training today got canceled today. Something about his family." She said putting a plate of eggs in front of her. There was a knock at the door and Inoichi got up.
"Hello? Oh. Okay. Yeah no problem. Have a good one" he said. He came back yo the table and saw the looks. "Hokage-sama has called for a meeting in an hour. The entjre council is to be present."
Ino nodded. "Okay. I'm gonna head out. I need to see some friends today. We are going to the hot springs." She said as she quickly left.
With Tsunade. One hour later
Tsunade was in her seat sitting above the rest of the council. On her right was the honorable elders and civilians. On her right was the Shinobi council. She watched as they filed in, confused as to why they had been called. And it appeared that some were more impatient than the others.
"Tsunade what is the meaning of this. This wasn't scheduled. And the Leaf hasn't raised its threat level yet." The bandaged old man named Danzo Shimura said. The shinobi council made a face but Tsunade glared hardest.
"Remember your place elder. I am the Hokage. To disrespect me in any fashion is paramount to treason." She growled. Danzo narrowed his eyes but backed down.
"I have called this emergency meeting for one purpose. The Namikaze clan." She said. Everyone sat a little straighter. The Namikaze clan had been a very sore subject. With the death of Minato and no apparent heir, the fortunes of the clan was a very heated debate.
Danzo himself tried every trick to get his hands on the money but that damned fool Sarutobi had managed to seal it away. "It is time to reveal one of the biggest secrets that Sarutobi-sensei kept." Tsunade said as she pulled out some documents.
"Through proof of birth certificates, artifacts and proof of blood by unsealing the Namikaze clan compound, Minato Namikaze had a son." She said which caused a murmur to spread through the entire council. Tsunade smirked at the faces.
Inoichi chatted with Shikaku Nara when he froze. Words from last night started to run through his head.
'You will learn with the rest of the village."
Tsunade raised her hand and the room fell silent. She made a motion and the door opened. The council members held their breaths. "Let me introduce. Naruto Uzumaki Namikaze" she said and most people froze when she said that name.
The other s froze when they saw the blond hair ninja enter the room. He had opted to wear his father's coat instead of his black coat. The shinobi council seemed to not make too much of a fuss. Mainly because Naruto looked like a miniature version of his father wearing his coat.
Even the civilians seemed to quiet down. Though there were some glaring at Naruto. Danzo narrowed his eyes. 'Too think. All I had to do was kidnap the brat. No doubt he's also Kushina's kid, which means he's also the prince of Whirlpool as well' he thought to himself.
"By laws of the First Hokage, is there any clan that will stand with him and support him as he gets used to his new role?" Tsunade asked. Hiashi quickly stood. As did Inoichi.
"The Hyuga clan stands with him and would be delighted to see the Namikaze clan return. We have already reached an agreement with him on how to handle the Namikaze clan finances." Hiashi said.
"The Yamanaka clan stands with him. The Namikaze clan were extraordinary herbalist and botanist. We would love to see the return of the exotic flowers of the clan." Inoichi said. It caught Naruto off guard. Tsunade nodded.
"As this is a shinobi matter the civilian council will stand down. What does the rest of the shinobi council have to say?" Tsunade said formally
Shibi Aburame stood first. "The Aburame clan would like to see the return of the Namikaze clan. But we withhold judgement. We wish to ask Namikaze-san a question." Tsuande looked at Naruto who nodded. "You were field promoted to Jonin. Yet you have traveled with Master Jiraiya for four year. What level do you believe yourself to be on."
Naruto held his head high. "I am proud to admit in our last spar I made my master go all out and I brought the match to stalemate. I am on par with Master Jiraiya."
Shibi nodded. "The Aburame clan accepts this. The Abrume clan will adhere to the rest of the council's decision."
Tsume stood next. "You are a pup, young and foolish. Why do you believe you should stand with us?"
Naruto didn't back down at the woman's fierce attitude. "I do not. However, the next generation is rising quickly. It won't be long before my peers take their mantle as clan heads and they will join the council. I wish to be with them."
Tsume eyed Naruto down. Before nodding. "The Inuzuka Clan will adhere to the rest of the council's decision."
Shikaku Nara looked at Naruto with a lazy expression. "The Nara clan asks for a demonstration of power. A fight designed to test his abilities. Should he pass the Nara clan will stand with him."
Choza nodded. "The Akamitchi clan stand behind the Nara's requests. We too would like a demonstration." The rest council nodded as well.
Danzo stood this time. "The elders agree with the Nara. We would like to see his prowess."
Tsunade nodded. "So. Two stand with you, three wishes for a test, and two stand neutral. By the majority Naruto will have a trial by combat for his position on the council. Thank you. Keep this to yourself. There will be an official announcement later this week." She said. "Dismissed. Naruto go to my office."
As everyone got up Shikaku walked over to his blond teammate. "So Inochi, you were pretty quick to jump up for our little blond jinchuuriki. Wanna tell me why?"
Inoichi smiled. "Because it seems that my daughter has taken an interest in him." He said simply before walking away. Shikakau shook his head "troublesome blond"
With the girls
Ino looked at the three other girls sitting in the water and reflected on how they had all grown up
Tenten had started using more ninjutsu to compliment her weapons. Her loss at Temari had devastated her and prompted her to throw herself in training that was usually reserved for Guy and Lee.
Sakura had gone through some changes too. Though they were all being trained by Tsunade, she took to the training better than anyone else. She was still bitchy at times but after the death of Sasuke, she had started to take her role as a ninja seriously.
Then there was Fuu. Though it was not known amongst the populace, most of her friends knew she was a jinchuuriki. In the two years they had known her she had been training just as hard as the rest.
As for herself, she had thrown away the fangirl and replaced it with a deadly kunoichi. After learning from Tsunade, and taking lessons from Anko, she had started experimenting with poisons. Which she knew had made her famous in some regions. Talks had it her poisons were almost as deadly as Sasori no Akasuna.
She was cut out of her thoughts when Fuu got her attention. "So Ino. I have to know. Was that you I saw hanging off Naruto's arm last night? Or did I see someone else?" She asked. Which caused all the small talk to stop as they all looked to Ino for answers.
Ino raised an eyebrow. "So what if I was Fuu? Jealous?" She said. All the girls gasped.
"Maybe I am. You'll never know Ino. I was just out shopping when I saw you two. You both were turning heads you know." Fuu said with a mischievous smirk. "You've gone on some dates in the past but I don't think I've ever seen you dolled up like I did last night."
"Okay okay. Naruto forgot his coat yesterday after he stopped by the barbeque pit. When i returned it to him he asked me for a date to return the favor. He told me to dress nice so I went with it." She said causing Tenten and Sakura to look at each other.
"So? Come on girl, how was the date?" Tenten asked. Sakura scoffed.
"She was probably horrified when she saw how he eats." She said, which caused Ino to frown.
"Actually Sakura, FYI, he acted like a perfect gentleman and treated me like a princess. Apparently he ran into some kind of inheritance so he has some money. He took me to the Black Mantis." She said getting three shocked gasps. "Yeah same reaction. We talked and ate then he took me to the park to look at the stars. I guess I fell asleep after that cause I woke up in my bed"
"Sounds like Naruto's gotten over his precious Sakura-chan" Tenten said in a singsong voice making Sakura scoff.
"About time. I don't think I could handle being asked out every time he saw me." She said. "So any plans for a second date?" She asked Ino who was still frowning.
"What's your problem with Naruto? I know I never treated him right but you've always been mean to him, even as kids. Why?" She asked. Sakura rose an eyebrow.
"That sounds like genuine concern Ino. What are you in love or something?" She said, sounding annoyed.
"This isn't about that. We all know he's jinchuuriki. The civilians already treat him like shit. The fact he can smile and be happy is surprising. The fact he didn't end like Gaara is surprising." She said, getting angrier. "Naruto has already went through a lot. Why did he even like you? Why are you still being mean?" She said
Sakura made a fist, "Just shut up before your mouth makes this worse Ino. We let Sasuke ruin our friendship are we really going to let Naruto ruin it this time?" She said. Ino stood up with a huff.
"I told you. It isn't about my feelings. It about the fact that Naruto is our friend. And we know that he had a terrible childhood. There's no reason to be mean to him" she said. Fuu stood up as well, slightly annoyed at the pinkette.
"My life as a jinchuuriki was heaven compared to what Naruto went through. No one talked to me but I could at least walk the streets without worrying about someone trying to kill me." She said with a cold voice. "The life of a living container like us is not easy. We need as much love as we can possibly get because in most cases we never got any to begin with" she said and left.
"Sakura, I know Sasuke's death hurt you, but you shouldn't treat Naruto like any less. He's your teammate for christ sake." Ino said and left. Tenten gave Sakura a glance before she too left.
Meanwhile Sakura was pissed off. She didn't even know what she had said wrong. Besides she wasn't being meant to Naruto. Was she? She decided she needed to punch something and so left to do so.
With Naruto.
Naruto grinned as he walked back into the Hokage's Office. "So regardless of this trial I'm supposed to have, when can I" change my name?" Naruto asked. "Also. I distinctly noticed you left out the part about me being a Prince. When can I start using the title officially?"
"It was changed the moment the wills were executed"Tsunade said as she rolled her eyes, "and I did leave that part out. Can't drop too many bombshells on them plus when the council realizes that you are the last Namikaze and the. last royal heir to an empire they will push you towards the CRA" she said. She saw confused looked in his eyes.
"Clan Restoration Act. Placed by Uncle Tobirama to help the clans after the warring era from going out. It will make you take two or more wives to have kids with. They'll probably ask for two wives for each clan. But if you push you'll only have to take one wife for each name." She said before realizing Naruto's face had gone pale.
"So I'm gonna have to take two wives. Fuck. None of my friends like me enough to go through that. Plus I don't want any girl to date me just because of my title or money." Naruto said.
Tsunade nodded. "Yes I know this. That's why I am waiting to reveal your Uzumaki Lineage. Though i would start looking soon. It won't be long before someone realizes all your important document start saying Naruto Uzumaki Namikaze, Prince of Whirlpool." She said, noticing the time. "Okay brat scram. I am giving you a week off to get settled in. The. I'm gonna start sending you on missions. Dismissed."
Naruto nodded, not paying attention as he walked out of the office.
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Ino was having an argument inside her head about why she defended Naruto as fierce as she did. 'He is my friend. He shouldn't have to be treated like he's nobody'
'True but you didn't need to get pissed off at Sakura if he's only a friend' her inner voice said.
'What do you mean? Of course he's a friend.' She thought. The voice laughed
'Yes. A friend. But you want more. I mean think of what those muscles could do to you'
So distracted was she that she didn't notice said other blond, also distracted, around the corner. Until they bumped into each other and as she fell back, she was caught by pure instincts.
"Oh hey Ino. Sorry about that. Here" he said as he put her down. "Sorry. I was a bit distracted by something. Are you okay? Your face is red."
Ino blushed, silently cursing herself for not paying attention. "It's fine Naruto. I thought you were busy with an important meeting?" She asked
"I was. I just got out of it. Where are you headed? Mind some company?" He asked. Ino thought about it for a moment.
"Do you mind some company? I need a place to blow some steam." She asked in return
Naruto thought about it for a moment before shrugging his shoulders. "Sure. You might as well come see my new house anyways. I don't live in the apartment anymore." He said as they walked to his house.
Ino noticed the road they were on. "Naruto where is your house. This road leads to the Old Namikaze clan compound. Nothing else is here unless you go over a block. But that's the Hyuuga Compound." She said.
"I told you Ino. I ran into my inheritance. I found my family. My clan." He said as he unsealed the compound gate shocking Ino. These gates had been closed her entire life and an invisible kinetic barrier kept things from going over the wall. "My new name is Naruto Uzumaki Namikaze. Son of the Fourth Hokage, Minato Namikaze. Welcome to the Namikaze compound." He said
"You're the son of the Fourth Hokage?!!" Ino basically shouted. "Why didn't you tell me last night?" She asked.
"I have many secrets. Some that I cannot reveal and others that will be revealed in time. I had to wait for Baachan to approve it first. The money from last night was from the S rank mission." He explained as he led her inside.
"There are seven buildings in the compound. The one in the center is the master building for the clan head. The two left of the center are for guests. The one directly on the right is the clan office. Where all clan business is handled. The building on the far right is a library." He said before they stopped in front of the longest building in the compound. "And this will probably be your favorite spot. The greenhouse. Before we enter I must warn you the Namikaze clan was known for three things. Jutsu making, speed techniques, and poison. So most ingredients here are not friendly" he said before opening the door. Ino was amazed at the green house and the organization system.
Automatically she could see timer seals that released the irrigation system to water the plants. The flower shop used similar seals for some flowers. Looking closely, she saw that the left side of the green house was a garden for regular and some exotic flowers. And the right side, she saw some plants used for poison when mixed right and a gated area with a warning sign. She couldn't believe the amount of rare ingredients that grew here.
Next she noticed something strange. The entire was very neat and well kept. Not messy and over run like you would expect from an abandoned greenhouse. 'Not abandoned, it just lacked a gardener.'
"Naruto this place is amazing. But how is it so neat. There hasn't been a gardener here in over 15 years." She asked.
"Seals. I'm still learning but I know the seals keep the plants from over growing. The get cut when they're ripe and any that get cut get sealed in the greenhouse inventory. The Storage seals are probably about full so I am thinking about setting up business with your father and selling him the flowers and selling the dangerous stuff to the anbu. After I let you take what you want of course." He said, seeing her face looking at the gated area. "Have you eaten lunch? Come on. I'll make you some and you can tell me why you needed to blow some steam."
Ino was about to say something when her stomach rumbled. Naruto laughed at her red face and was never more happy he sent a clone disguised to refill the fridge.
"So what's got you mad Ino?" Naruto asked as he put on an apron. "And what are you feeling for lunch? I have chicken, beef and pork."
"Pork. Surprise me." She said. She liked the master house for its simplicity. From what she knew and the academy taught the Namilaze clan were nomadic and traveled across all of Hi no kuni. The main house lived in Konoha but most of the clan were always traveling to one of their safe sites.
"So. What's up?" Naruto asked as he started to fry the pork. Ino put a thoughtful look on her face.
"It's stupid honestly. The girls and I went to the hot springs, Asuma-sensie had something to do so he cancelled practice today. So I gathered the girls up and we went for a dip." She started. "We talked amongst ourselves until Fuu brought up our date. She was apparently in town and saw us. Sakura made a comment about you and then made a secondary comment and she was being mean about it." She said as she noticed a bookshelf on the wall. She picked up a botany book as she continued talking.
"I got mad at it. I know I didn't treat you right when we were children but we're grown now. Yet Sakura hasn't changed her outlook for some reason. It made me mad. Especially because we know why you weren't treated well. The fox. " her stomach rumbled as she could smell the food Naruto was cooking. "Fuu stood up for you. And we both left. I was just really mad at her."
Naruto thought about that for a moment. "Well I'm glad you defended me. And I won't ask for the details. You can come over anytime you like if you need too. Just next time you see her don't explode." He said as he put a plate of pork stir fry in front of her. Ino nodded as they fell into a comfortable silence while they ate.
"Hey Ino. I have to do some training. The area behind the house has a tree if you want to continue reading in the shade. Or if you need to go I can escort you?" He said as he put some training gear on and strapped his swords on. Ino was surprised when he took his eye patch off and put a mask on before she could see his eye. The mask was blank with a swirl on one cheek and some waves at the bottom.
"I'll come join you. It's rather nice out today." She said she followed him to the back yard. Its was an open area with a big oak tree near the background. She sat down as she saw Naruto summon to clones who drew their swords. Another set of twenty clones went over to the side and started doing various other tasks.
For the next hour and a half Ino read her book, going back and forth watching Naruto train with his sword, and the clones doing multiple chakra exercises before she decided to do something.
She saw a weapon bench beside the house and walked towards it. She picked up some senbons and a short sword. "Hey Naruto. Mind if I join?" She asked
Naruto nodded and silently commanded the two clones with the swords to dispel.
"No problem. How do you want to do this? He said. Taking off his mask so he could breath and quickly putting on his eye patch.
"Full contact. Taijutsu only. For you at least. I don't heal overnight like you do., she said taking a stance. Naruto nodded as he picked up a rock and threw it into the air and took a stance. Both Ino and Naruto eyed each other down.
As soon as the rock hit the ground Ino put Naruto on the defense as she started to hail him with senbons. Ino smirked as she threw ten in the air after the initial wave and made a few hand seals. "Ninja art: Senbon shadow clone jutsu" she shouted as the ten senbon turned into another hail of hundreds of senbon.
Naruto silently praised Ino for her quick thinking. But senbons wouldn't be enough. He took out his two tantos and took a stance as the first wave approached. 'Two Sword style: First song: Step of the Melody of Death' he thought to himself as he became a blur, and the senbons were being blocked.
Right as the wave of senbon stopped Naruto was forced to backup away as Ino had dashed forward and sliced with her short sword. Naruto, upon landing, had put his tantos up and took a taijutsu stance.
"Come" he said simply. Ino smiled devilishly as she took a stance.
"You should at least ask me on another date before we jump to third base Naruto" she said as she lunged forward. Naruto blocked it with his arm guard before throwing his fist forward, toward her, forcing her to drop her sword to get away.
"I swear. After that incident with my clone and this I believe you're about as bad as Jiraiya." He said. He blocked some more senbons before Ino smirked again, and brought herself forward engaging into a short bout of taijutsu.
Naruto forced her back and was about to open his mouth when he was forced on one knee. He felt his body locking up and beginning to numb. Ino smirked. "So one of your senbons were poisoned. You really are good. Most poisons don't even get to take effect most of the time because the fox usually gets rid of it."
Ino nodded before walking forward putting a kunai to his neck. "Do you yield Naruto?" She said before Naruto smiled. Ino felt three blades slowly rest around her neck as three kage bunshin appeared.
"Do you yield Ino?" He asked as his body slowly went back to normal and he stood up. "Impressive. It took two minutes for the poison to be neutralized in my system. A truly powerful paralysis poison. You really have been studying" he said.
"Where did these clones come from." Ino asked. Naruto had the flat part of the blade against her throat but that's because he was being nice. Had she been an enemy nin she'd have either been dead or unconscious by now.
"I always have shadow clones around me Ino. They watch my surroundings at all times. My invisible security system. " he said. Ino nodded and lowered her kunai. She saw the clones dispel and Naruto turned around as he looked at the destruction, which was minimal in all honesty.
He felt a pair of slender arms slide around his neck and felt a blade on his neck as Ino jumped on his back. "Now I never yielded did I? And you turned your back on me." She whispered in his ear. Naruto shivered slightly at her tone.
"Hai, I yield." Naruto said. He felt the blade leave his neck but Ino stayed on his back. She rested her head on his shoulder.
"Naruto, are you interested in dating me?" She asked out of the blue. Naruto blinked at the sudden question.
"Yes. I am. Is that a problem?" He asked. Ino slid off of Naruto's back and sat at the base of the tree she had been at previous.
"I don't know. Why? I've never even given you the time or day when we were children. All I wanted was Sasuke." She said. "Why would you be interested in someone selfish like me?" She said softly.
"I guess you don't remember then?" He asked. Ino gave him a questioning look.
Flashback 10 years agoNaruto sat on his swing set. The pink haired girl he saw was cute but everytime they made eye contact she glared at him. He sighed. He didn't understand why non one wanted to be friends with him.He knew the adults didn't like him. And that the adults taught the kids to bully him. But he couldn't tell who to trust and not trust.He looked around and saw the nara clan heir again. He was laying in the field why the Akamitchi kid played with a butterfly.On the other side he saw a group of people with dogs and young boy playing with his puppy. 'The Inuzuka clan'Off to the right he saw a young haired kid with black duck like hair on the back of a teenager, who wore his hair in a ponytail. He saw the fan on the back of their shirt. 'Uchiha clan.'He sighed and got off his swing. As he was walking out he noticed some purple flowers on the ground. He bent over to get a look at them at the same time a blond haired girl bumped into him and knocked him over.Naruto got up and saw a girl about his age with blond hair and blue eyes. An older blond man wearing a brown trench coat came around the corner. "Ino! What have I told you about running off?" He said.Naruto, already on his feet, held out a hand to the girl who accepted it. "I'm sorry daddy. I just knew that those lavenders were around here. Then I accidentally knocked this boy over. I'm sorry" she said with tears in her eyes.Naruto reacted quickly, "It's okay. I'm fine." He said with a grin. Inoichi looked at Naruto before nodding."I'll be just right over here princess. Don't run off against" he said and walked over to a ninja."My name is Naruto Uzumaki, and I'm gonna be the next Hokage!" He introduced. The girl giggled at the boys happy demeanor."My name is Ino Yamanaka. And I am gonna run my mommies flower store." She said trying to match Naruto's enthusiasm."Flower shop? Why would you want to do that? You could become an awesome kunoichi instead" Narutl exclaimed, which made Ino gasped."Mommy says being a ninja is dangerous. Do you really think I can be awesome?" She asked. Naruto grinned and gave her a thumbs up."Of course! All you need to do is believe in yourself and train hard" Naruto said.Ino pumped both hands in the air. "Okay. But you'll have to train hard too!" She saidNaruto held a hand to his chest "Of course. Dattebayo. I'm gonna train hard so that way people all over the village will accept me. That's a promise and I'll never go back on my promises."Ino looked at the purple flowers before she picked two of them before tying them in a knot."In my clan when you make a promise you tie two flowers together and then we each pull one. So that way we always have a reminder of the promises we made." She said handing one end of the flower to Naruto as they both pulled on it. "It's a promise." She said with a smile.They played for thirty more minutes before her father came and got her.Flashback ends
Naruto smiled as he pulled out his wallet. "Look" he said. He pulled out some plastic and Ino was shocked when she saw a purple lavender, pressed and sealed. The stem looked like it had been torn.
"I remember that. I also remembee it was at that time I saw Sasuke. Me and Sakura got into our fight about winning Sasuke…" she said sadly.
"I tried to talk to you again after that but you were focused on Sasuke. Said that you were to busy." Naruto said. "Plus I had learned that you were a clan heiress. It's why I focused on Sakura. I figured I had a better chance getting with a civilian Ninja than a clan heiress."
Ino looked away, a certain sadness in her eyes, "then why? After all this time? You still have the lavender. I don't even know where mine ended up." She said.
Naruto smiled a small smile as he sat beside Ino. "I held onto it because I never go back on my promises. It's my nindo, my ninja way. I also always had a hope that if i could beat Sasuke i might get your attention. Don't think that ever worked" Naruto said. "Besides it's all pointless now. You couldn't be with someone like me anyways"
Ino frowned at that. "Why do you say that?" Naruto sighed.
"Because, I'm not only the last Namikaze but I'm also the only royal heir to the destroyed kingdom of Uzushiogakure." Naruto said as Ino widened her eyes. "My full and official title is Prince Naruto Uzumaki Namikaze. Last Namikaze and crowned prince to Uzushiogakure. That's from my mother's side. Tsunade only revealed my father's side. For good reason to. She's figured once they release my status as prince the council will push me towards the CRA." He said and Ino nodded in understanding.
All the clans were taught the CRA. "They'll force you to take multiple wives." She said.
"Yeah from what I've learned if I can't find at least one wife for each name then I'll basically be forced to become a breeding factory so my clans won't die" he said solemnly. "Besides you deserve someone that can give you their full attention and unfortunately I won't be able too" he said looking away. .
Ino started to giggle. It was small at first but developed into a full laugh. She coughed a couple of times before looking at Naruto. "You're forgetting one thing Naruto. Every girl wants to be a princess." She said with a wink. Though that seemed to go over his head.
"That's the thing. I know plenty of girls would be with me because of the title. But I want someone to love me for me. Not because of some title." Naruto said. Ino seemed to understand that.
"I'll be your princess Naruto" she said softly. It made Naruto freeze, "if the last couple of days are an indicator then you can consider me hooked." She said.
Naruto looked at her, trying to see if there was anything hiding behind her smile. Ino saw this and took Naruto's hands. "Naruto listen. I'm being sincere. Earlier today when I defended you I was way more fierce than I should have been. You are one of the only guys that's treated me right on a date in a long time" she said. "Plus I know what a great guy you are. I understand you'll have another wife but it would be unfair of me to keep all of your love for myself anyway. Besides, princess Ino has a nice ring to it." She said.
Naruto couldn't believe his ears. He jumped up and spun Ino around before hugging her. "Thank you Ino." He said. Ino smiled and hugged Naruto. He noticed the sun was going down and that damned wind was back but Naruto was warm. She noticed some lilies growing near them and picked two of them up and tied them.
"Here's to our relationship. And for the future, for whatever it may hold." She said as Naruto grabbed one end.
"Here's to a promise of life time. To friendship" Naruto said as they broke the knot. Naruto seemed to notice the sun. "Wow it got so late I didn't even notice. Would you like something to eat? I can cook or we can go out?" He asked.
Ino grabbed his arm and started to drag him inside. "You can cook. But first you're gonna take a shower. Then i am. We both stink." She said while Naruto laughed.
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I hope you enjoyed. For those wondering i have this story very well planned out. So before anyone thinks I'm rushing Ino and Naruto, I have plans.Anyways till next time. Ja neAlso i have been told i need to do thisDisclaimer: I do not own Naruto..