Chapter 2

Rinnegan and Academy Sign-ups

Naruto

That following day, Dad took me to the training grounds with Aki.

"Alright Naruto , you said your eyes changed purple, yes?" He asked making me nod in response.

"Well what you did is activated your kekkei genkai, or your bloodline ability. For the Uzumaki clan, your mother's, it was the Rinnegan, the Samsara Eye." He told me.

I stared confused. "Rinnegan?"

He nodded slowly and Aki smiled warmly at me. "It is said that this dojutsu was the ability of Those Who Came Before themselves. Its believed to rival the powers of even the Uchiha's Sharingan. Under a powerful Assassin or warrior, like your mother, the Rinnegan can be a deadly and useful tool. It allows you to see those who are benign and hostile to you while also showing where your mindset target is as well. You can also see the movements of your attacker seconds before the move is even made, giving you an edge in battle. But one must have a tranquil and focused mind. Otherwise, you won't be able to see their movements." He explained.

I was excited. "So how do I activate it Dad?"

He chuckled softly at my response. "Its mostly activated through emotional stimulate."

I just stared blankly and confused. "English, Dad?"

He sighed. "Naruto, think of the things that make you happy in this world," He instructed and I began to think as I closed my eyes.

I saw a lot of things, like ramen, My Mom and Dad, my birth-parents, Jushiro, but the one that stood out most was Akiko which left me confused, but when I opened my eyes everything was black and Dad was blue. "Dad, you… your all blue."

"That's my chakra, or my life energy, you're sensing son. Its blue because Im not a hostile. You'll have more control of it later in your life, but for now, stick to the method I told you."

My eyes went to normal and I nodded. "Yes, Dad."

He smiled at me and nodded at both of us. "Now C'mon you two, Your mom is making us some Ramen and smoothies tonight."

We all cheered and as Dad walked up I saw Aki standing next to me. "So, what did you see?" She asked cheerfully and then I was reminded of seeing her smile and blushed. "N-nothing." I lied

She frowned then smiled again quickly. "Yeah, okay," She smiled making me smile back.

"Aki?" I asked and she turned her head as we sat. "Yes?" She asked.

"Why'd you go to the Assassin Academy? I mean, you seem too nice for it." I said stuttering a little. She then smiled and just poked my forehead. "Because, silly I wanna protect people like you and Mom and Dad. Heck, even Shiro."

"Should I join?" I asked in a whisper making her smile.

"Well you are a great fighter, Naruto. And there's something I want you to know that a lot of people already know." She said softly. "Like what?" I asked puzzled. She waved at me to come closer and whispered in my ear.

"No matter what anyone believes Naruto, remember the people that know the real you. The boy that would stand up to bullies to protect his family, by blood or not, and is the most generous being that has ever been born." She said and slowly backed up with a smile.

"Aki, I… thank you." That was all I could say as she gave that speechless compliment. All she did after that was kiss my cheek and smiled. "Gotta head back to the dorm, little brother, see ya there." She chuckled and ran off.

That whole night I lied in bed staring at the ceiling wondering what I should do. I mean, Jushiro was going into The Assassin Academy because his whole family was a part of it. Heck, his grandpa was the head of The Order in Konoha. Grandpa Saru was always nice to me, but the monkey in his staff was as mean as a scorpion in the darn desert. But then I began to think about the ones I wanted to protect, my parents, Jushiro, Grandpa Saru, and especially Aki. With that thought in mind, I had made my decision that night.

What's the worst that could happen..?

Two days later…

"Sweetheart, are you sure?" Mom asked me as we walked to the entrance making me sigh.

"Yes mom, I'm sure." I said as Uncle Asuma and Jushiro and Auntie Kurenai walked up. "Let the boy breathe, for heaven's sake Sayuri." Uncle grinned with his lighter in hand.

She glared at him. "I wish you'd stop smoking around the kids, Asuma. Its bad for them." She looked at Aunt Kurenai. "Thought you said he was quitting."

"He was, until his father worked him up again." She sighed glaring at him and he held his hands up in defense. "Hey hey, hey! I tried, at least that ought to count." He said frantically making everyone laugh.

Dad knelt down to me and held my shoulders. "Remember son, you'll always have Akiko and Jushiro to hang out with so you won't be alone at the beginning okay?"

I nodded. "Yes Dad,"

He smiled and hugged me. "Your mother and father would be so proud of your decision right now." I just smiled and returned the hug.

Mom was in happy tears and hugged me tightly. So much in fact, that Dad had to pry her off me. Jushiro had said a heartfelt goodbye to his parents and we looked at The Academy entrance, the door to our new home.

Walking up to the Sign-up guy, the man asked for my name and looked at Jushiro. He just smiled and nodded at me. I turned and gave my statement.

"Naruto Uzumaki, the future Hokage of The Order." I said with a grin.