Hey guys what's up I am so sorry for the long wait. But I wanted to make this next chapter to be great. I went through lots of ideas and many rough drafts so once again I apologize for the long wait. Hope you all enjoy the chapter everyone.
The Uchiha compound being over packed was an understatement. If anyone didn't know better, they would assume the entire village had come for the party. Plus members from every main clan had made it to the gathering. Included in those were Hashirama Senju and his wife and son. It was the birthday of Sasuke and Satsuki Uchiha, except the party was mostly focused on Satsuki, the prodigy twin. Fugaku still being the arrogant toe rang who believed power over hard work was beaming with pride at his daughter, his favorite. He quickly noticed that many important figures arrived to the party, hell even the Fire Daiymo even came.
"This party will show the most improtant people in the country what my pride and joy Satsuki can offer them. This will bring the uchiha name to far greater heights than this small cesspool of a village" Fugaku thought boastfully.
The guest all arrived as Mikoto greeted them. Mito Senju greeted her with a warm smile and Naruto gave her a Lily from his little garden at home. The Uchiha matriarch accepted the flower with gratitude and gave Naruto a small kiss on the cheek.
"Thank you Naruto" Mikoto said.
"Your welcome Aunty, is Sasuke here?"
"Oh why yes he's in the training ground on the east side of our house. But he's been a little down in the dumps today?"
"What! Why would Sasuke miss his own party?" Naruto asked.
"Its strange that a child wouldn't attend his own birthday party" Hashirama stated getting confused.
"Well Fukgau made the party focus more on his daughter than both of them. You know how he is" Mikoto said in irritation. "Sasuke kinda outgrown birthday parties and he asked that we stopped celebrating it if all Fugaku cares about is Satsuki."
"Speaking of Fugaku where is he?" Mito asked sweetly. "I need to talk to him for a little bit"
Knowing what Mito had planned she pointed to her husband that was speaking with the Daiymo. Thanking Mikoto with a nod she walked off to talk to Fugaku about a certain incident a few days ago. Fugaku was chatting arrogantly spouting off about the might of the uchiha clan and the skills of his two eldest children. He went into full detail about Itachi mostly. But then went into detail of his daughter's prodigal skills.
"I can assure you Daiymo sama, Satsuki and Itachi are the best of their generation." Fugaku spoke pridefully.
"I see well I know of Itachi and his skills, especially with his shinobi record." The Daiymo chuckled. "But Satsuki, well I'll have to wait and see"
"FUGAKU!" Mito shouted getting everyone's attention.
"What is it Mito chan?" Fugaku asked.
His only response was a punch across the face shocking and horrifying everyone. Fugaku fumbled back before he was grabbed by the hair and his face was slammed repeatedly into the hardwood table. His face was becoming bruised and swelled up from the impact. She then roundhouse kicked him into the wall before her hands wrapped around his neck.
"If you ever lay a hand on my son again, I'll make sure when I'm done with you, the only way anyone will find your remains will be with a microscope." She seethed.
Fugaku gagged and struggled to breathe as he tried to pry her hands off. Itachi soon came to his father's rescue telling Mito that it wasn't worth it. His humiliation in front of everyone was punishable enough. Mito glared at the uchiha patriarch but released her grip dropping him to the floor as he tried to gasp for air.
"You're lucky I appreciate and respect Itachi." Mito snarled before walking away.
Itachi sighed "you'll be the death of this clan father. If your influence spreads to the rest of the clan then I fear for its future."
Uchiha Compound Training Ground
The sound of a kunai flying through the air could be heard as the kunai pierced into the trunk of a tree missing the target paper attached to it. Sasuke groaned in frustration that he missed again, but still he wouldn't give up. Grabbing a few more shuriken and kunai he took a deep red breathe before tossing and flinging them towards the target. He managed to get 8/10 this time which brought a smile to his face.
"Happy Birthday Sasuke" Naruto called out happily. Unlike most guests, he chose to go and talk to the forgotten Uchiha first. Right behind him followed Kiba.
"Happy Birthday Sasuke, I see your practicing your kunai and shuriken throwing. Keep it up and you'll be as good as Itachi." Kiba said giving Sasuke a thumbs up.
"Thanks guys and it's good to see you especially Senju" Sasuke smiled.
Naruto chuckled giving his goofy grin that everyone seems to like. "Your mom told us you were out here training instead of partying. I mean it is your birthday."
Sasuke sighed, "Why bother going to a party when all people care about is my prodigy older twin sister. Besides parties aren't really my thing."
"What?" Kiba asked confused. "But you always liked parties dude."
"Yeah I know but like I said it's always about my sister or Itachi. It's never about me." Sasuke replied picking up his kunai and shuriken. "Look I appreciate what you guys are doing. Tell mom that I'll be ok, I just need time to myself."
"Well if you think that's best Sasuke we'll respect your wishes" said Kiba.
Naruto nodded his head in agreement. "Kiba is right, we'll let you get back to practicing."
After they left Sasuke headed into the middle of the training ground and plopped down under a tree with a prime view of the clouds above him. A shadow was watching from the roof of the compound. Masking his chakra so no one could detect him he jumped off the roof and landed in front of Sasuke. Sasuke noticing the figure jumped up and got into the Interceptor Taijutsu style.
"Calm yourself young one. I am not here to fight you or to harm you." The man spoke calmly showing no hostility in his voice.
"Who are you then? And how did you get here?" Sasuke asked demanding answers.
"I am merely a ghost of the Uchiha clan." He said sternly but strongly. "I am an old relic of the clan from the time of the clan wars. I was known as the most powerful Uchiha and Sharingan Master since Hashirama's time."
Sasuke lowered his defense slightly as he looked at the man before him. There was only one Uchiha that was strong enough to rival Hashirama and given the title of Sharingan Master. But this man couldn't possibly be him, Madara Uchiha died when he fought Hashirama in the valley of end.
"Are you claiming to be Madara Uchiha?" Sasuke scoffed. "Everyone knows Madara died by Hashirama's hand."
"You actually believed what those Senju worshippers wrote in the history books. Fool Hashirama spared my life and sentenced me to exile for at least 25 years. He concocted a fable telling everyone that he killed me in the valley of end which apparently the villagers believed."
"You honestly expect me to believe you?" Sasuke yelled. "If you really are Madara Uchiha then you would be old and wrinkly by now."
Madara laughed in a cold like way, "you got a smart mouth and bravery I'll give you that. You remind me when I was your age."
"You think you scare me, ha Mito Senju is more scarier than you could ever be?" Sasuke taunted.
"Mito? How would you know that?" Madara asked.
"She and Hashirama sama were brought back to life by the Shinigami."
"Hashirama...is alive?" Madara gasped.
"Yes and they are attending my twins birthday party right now"
"Your twin? Wouldn't that make it your birthday?"
"Yeah but the only ones who care are Itachi nii san, Kaa-chan, and my two best friends Naruto Senju and Kiba Inuzuka."
"Naruto senju? There are still Senjus left around?"
"Yeah" Sasuke said before shaking his head. "Wait what am I telling you for. Your an intruder and you must be dealt with."
"Perhaps you would like proof to prove that I am who I say I am"
"Any Uchiha can mascarade as Madara" Sasuke scoffed again.
"Perhaps this will convince you." Madara said activating his Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan.
Staring into three legendary eyes of the legendary shinobi was more than enough proof since Madara himself was the only one in history to awaken the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan aside from Indra their ancestor. Dropping his weapon the young Uchiha got to his knees and showed Madara the upmost respect.
"Apologizes Madara Sama forgive my disrespect." Sasuke pleaded.
"You dont need to kneel child. Although I appreciate the respect, the only people I allow to bow before me are my enemies who cower at my feet."
"O-of course Madara sama" Sasuke shivered at the man's coldness.
"Now then Sasuke right? I have heard quite a deal about you from my zetsus and I have grown ashamed at what kind of man your father had become. It sickens me that he prides himself on power alone and the strength that comes with hard work and relying on your comrades."
"Father just..." Sasuke stuttered trying to get the words to come out. "He..."
"Is a coward" Madara shouted. "The uchiha clan has truly fallen if this is what the future generation will be like. We Uchiha are similar to the Uzumaki clan. We put family first above all else. Apparently from what you told me most of the clan and your father don't value you as they do your sister."
Madara sensed a chakra signature coming towards them. "Enjoy the party, I have plan that will set you free from what your father has planned for you."
The elder Uchiha stood vanished in a shunshin as Satsuki came rushing out. Sasuke turned to see his sister coming towards him, he didn't have time to deal with her superiority complex.
"Sasuke baka, everyone is here. Its time to open our presents." Behind her stood her two friends two civilians waiting impatiently. Satsuki had an annoyed look on her face, no doubt mad at her Aniki for taking up so much time.
Uchiha compound West Area
Sasuke sighed and walked with them. When they arrived at the west side of the house where the party was in full swing Sasuke stood with Naruto and Kiba. He saw his family walk out and he rushed over struggled to catch up to them in the waves of people. He forced his way to the front, he heard a few calls of Happy Birthdays to his sister and many compliments. He however got none. It definitely bothered him, but he'd gotten pretty used to it.
He noted that his father, mother, sister, and big brother, stood in front next to the table. On it, were many large boxes. No doubt for the Satsuki. He hadn't gotten any presents from the clan minus his mother, brother, Naruto, Kiba, and Lord and Lady Senju. But often his father got him at least one gift even though it was a last minute gift.
"Everyone quiet down." Fugaku said to calm the crowd. "We're all gathered here today to celebrate the 5th birthday of my twins. For the first presents, I'd like to give Satsuki these." He said while pushing the presents forward. As Satsuki opened them, a big smile appeared on her face.
"Awww, So cool!" Satsuki yelled out. She first pulled out a new set of equipment which were mostly Kunai and other stuff. She reached out and pulled out a brand new sealing kit. No doubt one that costed a fortune. Her father spared no expense on his daughter.
"While Sealing is an expensive art, your mother and I saved up and decided to buy these for you." Mikoto remarked. "With a little help from Mito chan."
Satsuki spent a while marveling at the gifts before everyone dispersed, leaving Sasuke alone again. It seemed they really only wanted to gather the crowds attention for the big surprise presents. Before he could move to find more people, he felt a large hand grab his head and ruffle his hair.
"You didn't think I forgot about you." He turned around to see his mom grinning down at him.
"Here you go sweetie" He tossed a large parcel to Sasuke.
Getting excited he opened the parcel to reveal a long katana shined to a mere sheen. The handle was carved into a dragon head shape with emeralds for the eyes. The sword belonged to Izuna Uchiha, Madara's brother. Originally Fugaku was going to give it to his son Itachi but his eldest turned it down. Then he wanted Satsuki to have it but Mikoto being the descendant of Izuna had full authority over the possession of the sword and declared it would go to Sasuke.
"Thank you Kaa-san." Sasuke thanked her. "I'll take good care of Izuna jiji's sword."
He was then greeted by a few people along the way. He saw the Senju Family and Naruto. Hashirama gave him a scroll containing Madara's basic fire based jutsus levels E to A Rank. He took the scroll and thanked the Hokage many times. Hashirama chuckled telling him it was no problem. Next was Naruto who gave Sasuke a raven pendant with the Kanji for HOPE on it.
"This pendant will remind you that no matter what there is always hope" Naruto smiled.
"Thank you Naruto" Sasuke replied.
Fugaku sensed his youngest looking at him before the boy looked away from him. He could see that his youngest was good friends with the Senju clan and the Hokage himself. This could work to his advantage, especially since Naruto is the heir to the Senju and Uzumaki clan. He could probably have an alliance with Hashirama perhaps even a marriage contract.
"Hey Tou-san," Sasuke called out hesitantly. "I was wondering when we could talk about my training,"
Fugaku sighed at this. Might as well make it as fast as possible. His son asked him many times in the past so it was best to let him know how important his sisters training was
"Sasuke, I've decided to push back your training till your graduation. Your sister had just started working on the Meteor Fireball Jutsu, which a powerful and dangerous technique. She's also close to controlling it. I'm sure you remember the incident a week ago. So to prevent it from happening again she needs constant supervision, which the elders will be teaching her.. And with me being busy with clan matters and village politics getting tense and I can't even help your sister, let alone you." Fugaku felt all the reasons we're justified.
Besides, it wasn't like Sasuke would actually wait till graduation. He figured that if he gave his son a date a long way off, he could surprise him by starting it earlier than he promised. Fugaku didn't even have time to gauge Sasuke's reaction, which was one of devastation, before a voice rang out in the room and it filled with the familiar smell of killer intent.
"I'll train him if you or the clan can't find the damn time to train him." Stepping into the room was the Madara Uchiha. Unbeknownst to Fugaku, Sasuke was praising Kami at the chance to train, if he couldn't with his father, then Madara himself was the next best thing.
"Madara?" Hashirama said making everyone gasp.
The Uchiha clan was in shocked silence especially Fugaku who was sweating in the presence of the greatest Uchiha to ever live. Madara stood there in all his glory dressed in his clan wars armor. His appearence looked as if he hasn't aged a day. His attitude and expression was still as cold as his heart.
"Its been a long time Hashirama"
"So your finally back from exile?"
"Exile?" Mito asked. "I thought you killed him."
"No that was a lie Hashirama fed the village to spare me the embarrassment." said Madara. "Hashirama spared my life and exiled me from the land of fire to live out my days for 25 years. Now here I am and I come home to see my clan at its lowest."
"Our clan has been in the best shape for years." Fugaku argued.
"In your eyes maybe, but your treatment of family proves otherwise!" Madara shouted shutting him up. "The uchiha clan is clan based off of our sister clan the Uzumaki. We put family first, that means equality in everything."
"Not that I am happy to see you Madara. But what brings you here?" Hashirama asked again.
"I came across Sasuke and he told me about the state of the clan and how is childhood went. I'm very ashamed of my clan right now. So ashamed I can't believe I'm even related to the uchiha!" Madara sneered shaming the clan and it's members. "Now as for what I said before I've come to take Sasuke on as my apprentice."
Gasps were heard among the uchiha. Being a student or apprentice of Madara Uchiha was an honor in itself. Many from the clan tried many times in the past begging Madara to teach them but none impressed him enough. But here the youngest heir of the uchiha clan head got the attention of him which made many in the clan jealous especially Satsuki who was seething.
"Madara sama surely my daughter who is a prodigy would be a better choice." Fugaku asked him.
"Skill alone isn't enough in the field of Shinobi. A true shinobi understands and accepts comradary. They hold on what it means to be human. A Shinobi puts his comrades, family, and village first. But a Shinobi puts his family first above all else no matter what. You raised your daughter to believe that power alone and having the Sharingan makes them superior, that logic there makes me sick. Madara gritted his teeth.
"But Sasuke can barely even perform the fireball jutsu." Fugaku stated harshly. "I'm telling you he wouldn't be worth your time Madara sama."
"I'll be the judge of that" Madara hissed. "I chose Sasuke because he reminds me of myself. Plus he has a close friendship with Hashirama's kid. He doesn't despise the Senju clan like the clan does now. Sasuke has potential and I look forward to bringing that out end of story. Now go back to doing what you do best, pampering your spoiled daughter."
Fugaku not saying anything else backed off and headed back to socialize with the higher class of people. Sasuke thanked Madara for standing up for him. Madara told him that it was no problem at all.
"You dont need to thank me Sasuke." Madara said. "Your father and the clan needed a wake up call."
"Madara" said Hashirama.
Madara noticed Hashirama walking towards him. He noticed that the Senju was getting pretty tense at his reveal. The hokage reached out his hand to him offering him to handshake. He reached out and took the hokage's hand only to recieve a punch to his stomach. Madara grunted before Hashirama hugged him close.
"You teme bastard. You don't know how much I missed you." Hashirama cried.
Madara sweatdropped and groaned "cut off the waterworks you Senju crybaby, and why did you punch me"
"That was for not returning back when I was first alive and not coming to me when you entered the village today." Hashirama shouted.
Madara sighed and face palmed. "I knew you would react like this. Which is why I didn't reveal myself to you before. The second reason I didn't come back in the past was because you were dead and Tobirama was the second Hokage. Plus with the history between him and me I doubt he would have wanted to see me."
"Well all that matters is your here now and we have much to catch up on" Hashirama smiled.
"Indeed we do and I look forward to your tea meetings like we used too." Madara smirked. "So how's Hokage life treating you? Now that you've been brought back to life."
"Well I hope you like long stories because this one your going to love"
"Oooh I can hardly wait to hear it"
After the party was over and everyone dispersed Sasuke took his gifts to his bedroom and was looking forward to training with Madara Uchiha. Across from his room was Satsuki who was seething in jealousy and hate that Madara chose her lame, stupid, and talentless brother over her. She swore she would prove to Madara that she would be a worthy student of his caliber.
Meanwhile at the Hokage's Office Madara, Hashirama, and Mito all met for tea that even and Hashirama started his explanation of what happened and why he and his wife were brought back to life. After his explanation Madara's facial expression showed a look of rage and anger. Madara crushed his tea cup not minding the bleeding and glass that cut into his hand.
"When will they be back to the village?" Madara asked enraged.
"You'll see them soon enough the Kage summit is coming up next week. I would like you to join myself and Mito to the summit."
"I'll be glad to tag along but I promise I won't leave Minato and Kushina unscathed, especially your granddaughter."
"I wouldn't expect you too" Hashirama sighed.
Yo everyone Guardian here. I hope you enjoyed the chapter and the story so far. Many fans wanted me to make Madara an ally to the village instead of a villain like in the show. So I decided to make Madara a good guy and the sensei of Sasuke so Sasuke could at least be a worthy teammate and one day partner to Naruto. Enjoy everyone review and leave feedback. And once again I look forward to your ideas.
