~Planning Is Important Before Battling ~
Disclaimer: I do not in anyway own Naruto, it belongs to Masashi Kishimoto
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A.N: A new chapter up, enjoy~
Shikamaru and the rest of the Konoha 10 almost got the place prepared as instructed by Tsunade. Chouji was grumbling how he was still hungry, while being chided by Ino who almost calls him a fatso while, Shikamaru complains on how all these are so troublesome and that he wishes to sleep instead. Kiba was currently having a mini spar with Lee, while Neji was chatting with Tenten. Hinata was helping Sakura and Shino with the hanging placement of notes on different places, while Sasuke and Sai are no where to be seen. Naruto was with his Dad. Rin was back at Sakura's house to prepare for later on's match.
At 8pm sharp, the Underground Arena wwas filled with various shinobis of all ranks. Noises racked the whole place up, laughter was distinct, cheering were loud as well. Everyone was anticipating on what was deemed as Konoha's Legendary Match of the Century that was the white fang's son and the all powerful Jinchuuriki tag battle against the suddenly alive Konoha's White Fang and Yondaime Hokage also known as Konoha's Yellow Flash. Sarutobi Hiruzen and Senju Tsunade have agreed that they will acknowledge publicly of Naruto's actual heritage and his birthright.
Godaime Hokage, Tsunade has given out strict orders on tight securities on the village while most of the ninja's are off duty to watch the upcoming matches. With expert ANBU patrolling the 4 gates the surrounds Konoha and also some disguised as civilians to keep an eye on things in the village, Konoha is now having a strict security system that rivals that of Amegakure during the reign of Pein. Tsunade herself acknowledges that fact that another lapse in security results in the real destruction of Konohagakure and she will never allow it to happen again.
Mixed emotions filled Naruto immensely like happiness, nervousness, excitement etc. Though it's a friendly match, but that does not mean he and Kakashi have to hold back. Kakashi was busy thinking of strategies to backup Naruto, knowing the blonde's character all too well. His younger protégée is a attack first person, therefore Kakashi would naturally be his backup. He worked with Naruto on ANBU and normal jounin S- rank missions before and sometimes they do long duration dual missions together, so naturally he knows him all too well. Those two definitely have perfect teamwork with each other that may act as an advantage over Minato and Sakumo together.
Once they reached to the crowded Underground Arena, the group splited up. Naruto and Kakashi together went to take a seat over at the competitor's box that's just beside the judges and jury's area. Both were eagerly discussing about the different strategies they can use. Naruto: "Kakashi – sensei, what special traits does my father have?" Kakashi: "That's quite difficult to answer, Naruto. The fact that your dad's not a genius for nothing you know? His speed's definitely one to look out for and it's the best that Konoha has ever seen. He's famous for his Hiraishin no jutsu. He also knows an arsenal of ninjutsu; he's a tri-element ninja able to use wind, water and lightning jutsus. He may be able to manipulate earth as well as little fire types. As far as I know sensei's Taijustu is as Gai's and he's a skilled duellist as well. Becareful" Naruto: "Sugoi, sensei. How about your dad?" Kakashi sighed and thought of how to explain to the excited blonde.
Kakashi: "Lets just say, I only know my dad for 6 yaers of my life, but according to data books that have been gathered about him, he's a also good with ninjutsu but exceptionally skilled with Taijutsu and Kenjutsu. We'll find out about that later on as its not really described in detail where his mastery level is at. So I believe we'll stick to the plan of you being at the frontlines while I'll back you up. Let's use our secret communication later on. It will be useful." When Kakashi finished, Naruto nodded vehemently. His mind was going on thoughts of how to counter Minato's weakness, since he's quite an all-rounder like Kakashi. Plus dealing with Sakumo is another stumbling block to his road of victory. Plans were whirling round his mind quickly and he's planning some of his best pranks to counter the two legendaries. Kakashi, seeing that he's hyperactive blonde was quietly deep in thought, he's knows that the boy is planning something. This could be interesting, he mused.
Meanwhile both Sakumo and Minato learning that both their sons are really tough, decided to come up with a plan of their own to at least prevent them from losing terribly. They were at the corner of the arena near the north exit door, trying to plan. Sakumo: "This will be tough Minato. From some of the memories we have, although not completed, these two kids we're dealing with will be our toughest I think. One's a Jinchuuriki, one's my genius son." Minato: "Agreed dear friend. My son's has got Kushina's personality as well. So, if I'm not mistaken, he's a master prankster, which will give us a damn hard time." He groaned.
Both looked at each other with a look that says, we'll not get it easy. Meanwhile, Tsunade was at the judges table barking out to Shizune to get her bottles of sake and some side dishes to make everything more pleasurable. Sarutobi just shook his head in defeat that his Sannin student never changed much. Jiraiya was clapping with glee that he'll get sake and will be surrounded by beauties, earning a death glare from Tsunade that says, "If you do anything to scare the shit out of my kunoichis, I'll torture you badly." making the white-haired sannin cowering with fear.
Soon, Yamato together with Sasuke and Sai were backed in Konoha after receiving an urgent notice from Tsunade to stop their search. Team Gai and Shikamaru were sent back to Konoha earlier on as Yamato feels that there isn't a need for anymore waste of manpower since their targets were on the move and they lost their trail again. He then sent back a message to the Godaime informing her of his decision. Tsunade then silently asked them of the mission status: "So how's it?" Yamato: "Unfortunately Tsunade – sama, we still have caught up with their trail. Sasuke and Sai have sent their summons out for the search, we'll get the news from them soon, I hope." Sasuke: "My snakes will automatically send me a signal once they get something." Sai: "Mine too." Tsunade nodded looking relieved; she decided to put the search on hold.
Yamato then decided to ask if they were to be involved in the match. Tsunade: "Nope, you three will not be involved in any battling, while Sai and Sasuke will be part of the jury and Yamato, I would like you to be the proctor for the whole display matches. I'll be relying on your special ability to prevent any major damage from happening." Sasuke: "Why are we not fighting?" Yamato then explained: "As we just finished our reconnaissance mission, Godaime will want us to rest. And also this biggest match will be the biggest match for both Kakashi senpai and Naruto – kun altogether, since their opponents are the Yellow Flash and White Fang together."
Sai raised his brows in amazement, "Wow, this is amazing, Legends vs. Legends".
Sasuke scowled at the fact that he'll not be allowed to take part in the match, but the thought was quickly dismissed after Sai pulled him away to sit at jury table with Sakura and Ino. Who both after hearing of what Sai told them he was about to blow a temper, they threatened to call his fangirls here. The raven paled at the fact that those fangirls might start swooning over him in a matter of seconds. Yamato and Tsunade then continue their chat, "Tsunade – sama, what's the reason for reforming Team Kakashi?" Tsunade smirked: "Actually its for the sake of my favourite brat, since that gaki grew up without knowing any of his parents and that Kakashi missed his old team too." Tenzou smiled at the thoughtfulness of the Godaime Hokage; in fact he was quite pleased with the fact that he'll be able to work alongside the famed Yondaime Hokage.
Soon, a loud gong was beaten at the jury and Judges arena and the loud sound was received to get everybody's attention, Tsunade began her speech: "Fellow shinobi of Konohagakure, thank you all for coming at such a short notice on behalf of my request of everyone coming together to witness the legendary match between the Yondaime Hokage and The White Fang vs. Uzumaki Naruto and Sharingan no Kakashi. But before that, let us be treated with a test match of two Chuunins by the name of Uchiha Obito and Rin to gauge their skills. So can Rin and Uchiha Obito please assemble to the grounds now?" she spoked in a cordless microphone passed to her by an unknown chuunin.
At this, both Rin and Obito jumped down into smooth concrete below all the spectators, judges and jury, and were feeling equally jumpy. Obito: "Tsunade – obaa chan, who will be our opponents?" Tsunade twitched at the fact of being called an obaa – chan, but smirked later on; "You will be dealing with a trio of chuunins consisting of Umino Iruka, Hagane Kotetsu and Kamizuki Izumo." earning shocked looks from both Rin and Obito. Obito: "WHAT? IRUKA?" Rin: "KOTETSU AND IZUMO?" and soon, the trio entered the battle grounds, while Izumo was smirking; Kotetsu's looking serious while Iruka was looking cheerful.
Both younger chuunins looked at their protégés mortified. Obito: "So all three of you are chuunins eh? Che, this is gonna be a tough one." Rin then whispered to Obito: "Obito –kun, should we come out with a plan?" Obito: "Yea, I believe some of Naruto's pranking skills will be needed now and the shittest thing is that, I'm not sure if I can still use my sharingan." and after he tried to activated the sharingan which was successful. Both of them inwardly cheered.
Kakashi, Minato, Naruto and Sakumo were with everyone at the jury and judges area, they will be observing this match together. Kakashi raised his eyes in shocked after seeing Obito's able to activate the sharingan in both eyes. "This is impossible, how can Obito get the sharingan on both eyes after me having one of it? This is just unbelievable." Tsunade hearing that then explained, "Well Kakashi, the effects of that jutsu is unexplainable so anything can happen with that even bending the laws of logics. Regarding that, I believe this sharingan that you have on your left eye can be called your own already." Kakashi: "I see." looking downcast and Naruto patting to comfort him. Tsunade continued: "Don't worry Kakashi, I developing a jutsu to help reduce the strain on the sharingan have on you." earning a small smile from one of her best jounin.
Sasuke was also in shocked learning that Obito has his sharingan. "Kakashi – sensei, so your sharingan was from him?" he questioned curiously. Kakashi: "Aa. It is." Sasuke: "I won't ask what happened, but I'm surprised my clan let you got away from it." Kakashi kept mum about it. Naruto: "Teme, don't go asking sensitive things." Kakashi: "Maa… Its ok, I think I will share with you guys some other time. But this match is going to be interesting." he eye- smiled. Sasuke and Sakura nodded in agreement. Sakumo then spoke up: "So Kakashi, who do you think will win?"
Minato who was also interested in this also asked "Yea, shall we have a bet?" Naruto:"Hmm…I wish to support Iruka - sensei but I can't don't support my new teammates." he stated in a matter of fact. Sasuke and Sai: "New teammates?" and Sakura went to explain to them. Kakashi: "Hmm, I won't want to bet because, I am not very sure of Obito and Rin now. But Kotetsu, Izumo and Iruka are three of Konoha's best chuunins around." Tsunade and Jiraiya decided to bet and the winner will receive money, sake and food treated by the loser, the loser will perform a single task of the winner's wish. Kiba, Chouji, Ino, Sakura, Sasuke, Sai, Ten Ten, Lee, Gai, Sakumo and Minato took part in the bet.
Naruto decided not to because, he favors both side, for Kakashi, his reason not to take part was because this match will be full of surprises since he was quite sure, Obito learned some pranking skills from Naruto. Kurenai found the bet childish, Sarutobi just wanted to enjoy watching the match, Shikamaru found it troublesome, Shino and Neji thought it was childish and a waste of time. Kakashi was wondering what Rin and Obito were planning to do. Gai and Lee were ranting about who's flames of youth would be the best and was annoying the shit out of everyone except for Hiruzen who just chuckled, while Neji and Tenten both flushed red with embarrassment at their two teammates.
Meanwhile, Obito has finished discussing his battle plans with Rin. Both looked satisfied and were quite confident of their chances at winning. Minato sat beside his son and hugged him while Sakumo was doing the same with Kakashi, only that he put his arm around the younger silvered – hair jounin's neck. Sasuke decided to ask Sakura, while Sai was watching, "Sakura, is the dobe and Kakashi – sensei sitting with who are they I think?" Sakura: "Naruto and Kakashi – sensei are both sitting with their fathers." Sasuke: "That's what I suspected." and looked at them with clear jealousy
Tenzou walked down to the battle grounds and greeted everyone. "Hi guys. I'll be the proctor for these matches. I will now explain the rules given by Godaime – Sama. Firstly, no one is supposed to kill each other, so anyone who is on the ground and unable to stand up loses. No life-threatening jutsus are will be a time – limit of two hours for this match. No weapons except kunai and shuriken are allowed. This match is to test you guys to work as a team and also your abilities as chuunin. So the jury and judges will be observing all of you. Ok, if everything is clear, we'll wait for their signal." Tenzou looked up at the judges and jury area, looking at both Sarutobi and Tsunade. When the both of Hokages nodded and Tenzou cleared his throat to gain everyone's attention.
The spectators were silent after noting that the match was about to began. Tenzou: "Ok, is everyone ready?" he said looking at Obito's team and then at Iruka's team. Everyone had a kunai and their hands all ready to a battle. They were in their respective positions and Tenzou shouted out: "At a count of 3, the match will start. 1, 2, 3! Go!" and everyone was off.
Author's note:
Ok, next chapter would be the battles of love and friendship. Ok, I'm sorry for taking such a long time to post a rather short chapter. Things are not going for me in life and will not talk about it. Next chapter will be definitely longer, since it's considered 2 different matches and will be made up of mostly fight scenes. I am planning to break up the big long chapter into 2 separate chapters. Recently, I have been enjoying reading Yaoi and Romance FFs here, I am a great fan of Fuzzibunniez's stories, do check-up her Byakuya's Seventeen and Urahara is seventeen Yaoi series. Her writing and style is amazing. Also I am planning to have some Yaoi, Yuri, and Het pairings here. So do give some suggestions please~
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~Jamie~