"Aki-chan!" a six year old boy with brown hair exclaimed with a pout
A small groan escaped from under the white sheets of a small one person bed. The six year old boy frowned at his oldest sibling who was currently being a lazy ass. His oldest sibling was a sixteen year old girl who as you may have noticed is sleeping.
Today was the sixth of July, the siblings were currently enjoying their summer vacation away from school. The oldest was having fun, but suffice to say the youngest ones were annpyed at her.
The six year old glared at the red and blue bangs sticking out of the sheets. He then smirked as an idea popped into his mind. He walked out of the room and came back with a bucket of ice cold water.
His older brother who had black hair and white strands stood behind him shaking his head at the childish antic but his black eyes were filled with amusement clearly enjoying the childishness. Next to him stood an eight year old girl with blond hair and green eyes who was trying hard not to laugh hard, but clearly failing.
"Jeez Chiharu stop laughing or she'll wake up!" the six year old scolded the eight year old
"S-sorry..!" yet she kept laughing
"Maa! At this rate she will wake up." he complained again
"Isn't that the point Natsu?" the older boy asked
"Yukine! Jeez, I hate you some times..." he muttered in annoyance
Yukine in turn smirked "I love you too"
The three siblings fell silent as the alarm next to their oldest sibling's bed started to ring. Aki groaned a stuck her hand out of the sheets and with practised ease grabbed the alarm and threw it towards her little siblings. "SHUT UP!" she yelled
Yukine quickly stepped to the side as Chiharu jumped towards Haru saving him from their sister's aiming range but making the bucket of water fall down.
Looking at his youngest sibling scowling Yukine's smirk grew into a grin and so did Chiharu.
The two older and wiser sibing just shook their heads "And that Natsu is why you don't mess with Aki-nee" they spoke at the same time
"Just get off of me already!" Natsu exclaimed
Chiharu promptly stood up and the three siblings left the room while the youngest was planning revenge and the two oldest were shaking their heads both wondering when the youngest would learn his lesson.
As they left the room they didn't notice their oldest sibling smiling fondly at them, her brown eyes holding so much love for them. She sighed in content at seeing the three get along as she removed the sheets from herself and got out of bed
She stared at the spilled bucket on her floor "Jeez now I have to clean up after those brats" she complained
Chapter four :
Exploring the new world!
Naruto's eyes lazily went open as she blinked a few times to adjust to the dark. She felt someone holding onto her hand and frowned in confusion. Then the memories of the events of yesterday appeared in her head.
'Jeez, I really am getting soft...'
Kurama snorted 'Glad to see you noticed'
Naruto hummed as she gently removed her hand from Ayame's grasps. Looking around she noticed just how dark the room was and frowned once again. Sighing she brought her left hand up and concentrated her chakra on it. A blue light filled the dark room making Naruto smirk
'The last three years of playing with chakra paid off, no wonder I could annoy trained ninja's since the age of six month!' she thought in triumph
Of course she knows how to manipulate her chakra and sense other people's chakra, she didn't waste the last three years. But she can only do basic stuff with these things considering she didn't have any scrolls or books to learn from and the fact that she is self taught.
She's a good at sensing chakra but can't really distinguish them. She can only distinguish the difference between civilian, gennin, chuunin and ANBU. Of course thanks to the latter she can notice when someone is hiding their chakra six times out of ten. Of course she was kind of disapointed considering she's been training for three years! She expected to be able to sense ten times out of ten!
A groan escaped Ayame's mouth making Naruto freeze. When she was sure that Ayame wasn't waking up she let out a sigh filled with relief. Looking at the clock she saw that it was four in the morning. Four. In. The. FREAKING MORNING!?
She couldn't help but snort at the irony, in her previous life she would have slept until noon. She sure misses those days...
Live a pleasant life in an unpleasant world
Yukine
Naruto's POV
I removed the sheets and got out of bed without looking back at Ayame. I shouldn't worry about her, she has a perfect life already. Nobody hates her while everybody hates me. Suffice to say I am jealous.
'So this is how jealousy feels like.' I thought in disgust.
I really hate this feeling, especially since I'm feeling this towards Ayame. She's been kind to me, the demon child of the hidden leaf village said to be the reincarnation of the nine tailed fox.
'Does she even know?' Kurama asked
I stayed quiet
'Fact is she's just like everyone else, once she finds out she'll treat you like the rest. She'll abandon you and treat you like an outcast. This human girl is no different from the rest.' Kurama stated as a fact
'No!' I instantly denied as I looked back at Ayame 'She wouldn't, she never treated the original Naruto like an outcast.' I reasoned
Kurama snorted 'This isn't a story anymore brat, you are Naruto. You are the pariah of the village so you can just stop acting like it doesn't concern you. This is real life. And in your reality people containing tailed beasts don't get any happy endings and are forced into a life of solitude'
I stayed silent contemplating about what Kurama said
'You're right'
And that fact was true.
It's funny how after three years I finally accept the fact that this is now MY life. Not some fictional world created by someone else, not an anime nor a manga. This was reality. And anything can happen in reality.
I could die. People can use chakra. And one day I know that I will have to become a ninja. It's pretty obvious that the council won't let their ultimate weapon become a normal civilian. The thing is that when I become a ninja I will have to kill. And that is something I'm scared of
I was not by any means a saint in my previous life. I killed two people. But both deaths were a stroke of luck and purely accidental. The only thing I can say was that those two people were after me and my family. They were not innocent.
But as a ninja it doesn't matter whether someone is innocent or not. You have to follow the mission. Maybe one day someone will change that. Someone strong filled with a noble ambition will come along and change the way of the ninja.
And that someone was Naruto.
Keyword : was
I ain't risking my life for a foolishly noble goal!
Ignoring Kurama's laughing I explored Ayame's room still maintaining my light trick. Wonder if this is some sort of legit jutsu. Of course I knew Ayame wasn't going to become a ninja and would instead go to a civilian school but any information I could gain is vital.
Okay Ayame isn't a book type of girl.
Shocking.
I only found two books. One on the hidden leaf village and the other was titled 'How to make friends for dummies'
So suffice to say the least I am a bit annoyed
'Well I could look on the bright side, at least she's not that useless. She knows how to do hair and is basically a housewife. If I ever need to learn to clean or cook she'll be the first I'll come to' I decided with a nod as I left the room and went downstairs
As I was making my final step downstairs a voice came from behind me "Ah you're awake" making me fall face first on the floor with a squeal of surprise
Rubbing my forehead I looked at Teuchi "Jeez ya scared me!" I complained but then gained my cool with a sigh "Good morning Teuchi-san" I greeted
He chuckled "Just Teuchi, adding san makes me feel old. Good morning Naruto, how are you?"
I stayed silent for awhile
That's the first time someone has ever asked me how I'm doing. Well first time in this lifetime. I slowly nodded "I'm...good" I answered as I got off of the floor
"That's good" he said as he walked downstairs and rubbed my hair. I could practically feel my eyes go open in surprise because of this kind gesture
He really is different from the rest.
"So what are you doing awake at five?" he asked
"I have a hard time sleeping" I answered with a shrug "And what about you Teuchi-san?" I asked looking directly at his eyes
"Well I heard someone going through some books in Ayame's room and woke up. I was about to sleep a bit more until I heard the door open." he then sheepishly smiled "I forgot you were here!"
I shook my head at him "Well ya scared me, dattebayo!" I exclaimed with an accusing finger
"Ah, I'm sorry." he said with a grin making me glare at his cheery attitude "So why were you reading books?" he asked raising an eyebrow
"At the orphanage they didn't let me do anything, I guess I couldn't help myself when I saw those books." I explained
He looked at me with a thoughtful frown and then placed his hand on my shoulder. When I gave him a questioning look he just gave me a smile and started leading me through his house. We passed the kitchen which I remember since they showed me and then entered the living room.
In the middle stood a table and in front of the table there was a tv. The room was more like a traditional Japanese room and there were bookshelves. I looked at Teuchi giving him a confused look.
"Ayame-chan isn't a book girl as you may have noticed, but my wife was." he said and I couldn't help but notice the past tense
They never mentioned anything about Teuchi's wife in the anime. Not that I'm aware of
"She would read romance novels, cooking books, history books and other random junk." he continued
I gave him a blank look "Junk?" I calmly questioned
He nodded still not looking at me "Yep, when it comes to me books that doesn't have anything to do with ramen is junk!" he explained
I rolled my eyes 'I thought that Naruto was the ramen addict'
"Well to me knowledge is important." I stated
He nodded in agreement "Yes, I'm glad you see it the same way I do. Knowledge about ramen is important" and cue the sweat drop
"Speaking of ramen, I have to go make breakfast"
And with that he left
'...What a simple fool.'
I nodded in agreement
'Well thank kami I'm not addicted to ramen.'
Kurama nodded in agreement
Well time to go book hunting.
I didn't know how long I was searching through the admittedly interesting books until I heard a thud beside me. Curiously looking down I saw a scroll. I bent down and picked it up.
Takuto
"Who's that...?" I wondered out loud
I then opened the scroll and my eyes landed on a fire jutsu. I frowned. Why is this here in Teuchi's home?
"Naruto?"
'Speak of the devil and he shall come' Kurama said with a snort
I turned around to face him seeing that he's as calm as ever "Teuchi-san? Who is Takuto?" I questioned
His eyes landed on the scroll in my hand and I could see him stiffen. His chakra had spiked due to panic and if I concentrate hard enough I could hear his heart beat faster.
"I'm sorry." I simply said realizing that being nosy won't do me any good
He sighed and shook his head "No, that's alright. You didn't do anything wrong." he assured me and then gave me a sad smile "Takuto was my younger brother" he said
My eyes widened.
I didn't know he had a brother!
"W-was...?" I nervously stammered out
He nodded "He passed away"
His eyes were filled with sadness making me guilty.
"How!?" I asked louder than I had intended
He looked taken aback for a second but then regained his composure "He died during the third ninja war"
And now I don't feel guilty anymore. I thought it was because of Kurama but turns out not everyone died thanks to him. But I felt disgusted with myself again. How could I be relieved? His brother died!
"I'm...sorry for your loss" I softly spoke as I closed the scroll
He nodded accepting the phrase he must have heard thousands of times "He was a bright person and a great ninja."
I looked at Teuchi as he began to give another smile filled with sadness "He specialized in close combat and mostly used those fancy fire release techniques. He might have even placed an Uchiha in shame if he was still alive!" he laughed at that part
"How did he...?" I asked
"He died protecting his team." he proudly said with a bit of resentment "What a foolish way to go, but that's to be expected of living as a ninja. I'm glad Ayame chose to live a normal life."
"So...he was a hero" I concluded making him look at me with slightly wide eyes
"Why do you say that?" he questioned
I hummed as I thought of an answer "Well he died for honor, didn't he?" I asked
"That's a foolish way to die" Teuchi bitterly said
I chuckled at that, his bluntness towards a kid is really admirable. "Well what did you want him to do? If he had survived his team would have died and he would be forced to carry the weight and regret of his actions always thinking that he could have saved them. Once you become a sensei, it's your duty to look after your brats no matter until they disown you. It's the same with family" I explained and my thoughts went back to my own little siblings
Teuchi stayed silent and I took a deep breath "Well I guess what I'm trying to say is : maybe dying for honor isn't such a bad thing. Because it's hard to survive and live in misery." I closed my eyes and then opened them again to show Teuchi my eyes filled with admiration towards his brother "Take the fourth for example" he stiffened at that "What if he didn't defeat the demon fox because he didn't have the resolve to die for his village? He died for his village and the whole village sees him as a hero. The same goes for your brother. His old team sees him as their hero whether they like it or not. He died protecting them and had the will of fire."
Teuchi's eyes widened in shock making me smile "So to me, a man who is willing to sacrifice himself for those precious to him couldn't be anything less than a hero."
"The villagers really are idiots...you're not a demon..." he quietly muttered to himself
Of course I heard him but details, details.
"Thanks Naruto, you helped open this old man's eyes. You really are a good kid" he said with a grin as he patted my head
I scowled and fixed my hair again "Even you're a hero, ya know? The two of you fed me, gave me clothes and were kind to me, so you and Ayame are my heroes, believe it!" I cheerfully exclaimed going back to my other persona
Teuchi gave a thoughtful hum and then looked at me "I never really thought about it that way before, but I'm glad you think of us as heroes. Well time for breakfast!" he exclaimed getting rid of the left over tension in the room
I dumbly nodded placing the scroll away and followed him to the kitchen
"Teuchi-san, not that I'm complaining or anything, but is having ramen really a healthy breakfast?" I questioned
He laughed "Nonsense! Ramen is my specialty, I made this vegetable ramen completely healthy for breakfast. And didn't I already tell you to stop adding 'san' to my name?"
I slowly nodded as I grabbed the chopsticks and dug in not forgetting about my manners
"Naruto?" Teuchi questioned
I looked at him with a raised eyebrow
"You're in my house, not a fancy restaurant! Eat like you want to!" he encouraged and then quickly added "Besides ramen tastes better when eaten causally"
I rolled my eyes but complied nonetheless
Imagine my surprise when he was right, guess I should never doubt him. He is after all the ramen chef. I shall never doubt his knowledge on ramen ever again.
"Twis...ish...amazing!" I exclaimed as I slurped up the last of the noodle
"See? What did I tell you!?" he laughed
"Seconds please!" I happily exclaimed
He seemed taken aback for some reason but then nodded and filled my bowl again.
"Third please!"
"Fourth please!"
"Fifth please!"
Teuchi laughed "Sorry Naruto but I'm out of ramen"
I gasped in surprise "N-no ramen...?" I questioned as I started to comically cry like a child, oh wait, I am a child. Go figure.
"I created a monster." Teuchi stated
"Yes, yes you did" Ayame nodded
Wait.
"Since when were you here?" I asked
Ayame sweat dropped "Your fourth bowl."
"Oh"
"Aren't you going to be late for school?" Teuchi asked Ayame
And panic ensued
When Ayame left I felt bored.
"Do you need help with anything Teuchi-san?" I asked
He nodded "Yes. Do me a favor and say my name in a more casual way." he requested in a desperate tone
'He really is desperate gaki, so how about you play a little trick on him?' Kurama asked with a foxy smirk
I gave Teuchi a foxy smile "Okay old man!"
He fell face first to the floor in a comical way as I chuckled. I then got out of the chair and waved "Well thanks letting me sleep here yesterday, I'll see you around!" I happily exclaimed as I ran away towards the door
I left without hearing a reply
After all I'll see them later. Right now I have something else to do!
Chapter end!
A/N : Hey there guys! As you may or may not have noticed I replaced the original chapter four with this one since I honestly didn't want Aki to lose her memories. Sorry for the confusion!
Also thank you to everyone who followed or favorited this story, it really means a lot!
And to those who reviewed thank you very much, I will take your opinions into consideration. Also sorry for those who's disappointed that Naruto is now a female but I wanted to experiment with the idea of a female Naruto.
However I will be making a story featuring male Naruto sometime this month.
