Journey of a King

At the end of the fourth Shinobi War revelations are unveiled that will throw the world upside down. Unsurprisingly though they all center around Uzumaki Naruto who held secrets no one would've ever thought he would. [AU]

Two years.

That's how long it has been since he had returned to this world and so far it had done him good. He wasn't as jumpy and quickly irritated as he first had been when he came back. Something Yasaka had commented on as she was glad to see him less troubled.

He felt something soft touch his arms and looked down to see Kunu staring up at him with a questionable expression on her face as she motioned for him to turn to the next page of the manga they were reading.

It had become somewhat of a guilty pleasure of him to read through them. He blamed Kunou though. She had practically forced him to watch numerous Anime with her. Despite having grown a bit in height and gotten slightly older she was still the same girl as she was before, and, much to Yasaka's chagrin, was still a daddy's girl. Something that showed as she was currently sitting in his lap as they were attending a meeting.

Well he wasn't really attending as in he was actively participating. He was moreso there as support for Yasaka in case they tried something underhanded.

Though they had mostly calmed down since he had arrived those years back. Mostly out of fear of what could happen if they would overstep their boundaries as the people or Yokai that lived here quite liked him due to the improvements that had happened since he was here.

First was that with him the Yokai had gotten a powerful person to join their Faction, one capable of matching the Maou's. The fact that he was human didn't bother them in the slightest.

The second thing was that it was due to him Kyoto had become safer than ever. With the ban of Fallen Angels from entering Kyoto the already low crime-rate had become practically non-existent. Making both Yokai and humans that visited feel more safe with those pesky crows out of the way.

The third thing was the barrier that now surrounded Kyoto. It had taken him and Jiraiya less time than they had thought in order for them to set it up. It now surrounded Kyoto and would message either Yasaka, himself or the specialized team they had appointed to the task every time a Fallen, Devil or human with abnormally high magic reserves would enter. They had received a droplet of blood of the Yokai that currently lived here to add them to the system so that should they leave and enter it would ignore them unless it was done manually.

Speaking of Jiraiya, Naruto had given the man the opportunity to travel the world on his expenses. The only thing he wanted was for Jiraiya to set up another spy network, this one spread between the continents. And for him to keep an eye out for any Shinobi that might have arrived in this world the same way Jiraiya himself had. It would do them no good if out of nowhere Madara suddenly popped up. So for now Jiraiya would send him periodic messages which would usually say whether someone or something of interest has happened and keep him up to date with news of other Factions.

So far no other Shinobi had been spotted, ones that they knew of that is. Of course, there is always the chance they they may have been found by Devils or Fallen and added to their Faction due to their interest in the powers they are capable of wielding.

''Naruto-kun?'' Yasaka called out, only for her to not receive a reply. With a small frown she turned her head to the direction he was in, only for her eye to twitch as she saw he was immersed in the Manga he was reading alongside their daughter. She should've never let her daughter corrupt her husband.

Yes, husband. A small smile formed on Yasaka's face as she ran her fingers over the ring she wore. It was a beautifully crafted golden ring with dozens of small diamonds along the band and held a large pink diamond in the middle. She clearly remembered when he had proposed to her.

It was night as Yasaka and Naruto were currently attending numerous festivities in Kyoto where they celebrated the anniversary of Yasaka's ruling. Having put Kunou in bed earlier with a few Kage Bunshins watching over her.

They were currently slow dancing, swaying from side to side while their eyes were focused solely on the other. Both were clad in expensive and elegant looking kimono's as Yasaka had her arms wrapped around his neck while Naruto had his placed around the small of her back.

Surrounding them were numerous other couples though it was clear that most of the attention was focused on therm.

The song changed as they looked at each other, an unspoken message being being sent to their partner as they closed the distance between them, Her face resting in the crook of his neck while he leaned his head on hers.

Suddenly she felt him grasp her left hand, his fingers wrapping around her ring fingers as his hand -unseen by anyone- glowed golden for a split second.

He brought her hand up in front of her, gaining a raised eyebrow before she averted her gaze to her hand. Naruto watched as she looked at it for a few seconds before her eyes widened and she gasped.

''N-Naruto-kun, i-is this..''

Naruto smiled at her as he intertwined their fingers, leaning down slightly as he pressed his forehead against Yasaka. His red eyes looking right at her.

''Yasaka…'' He breathed out her name. ''Will you marry me?''

''Y-Yes, of course i want to marry you!'' Yasaka exclaimed in joy. Her words had gotten the attention of those nearby who watched as the two shared a kiss. Yasaka running her hand through his blond hair as Naruto pressed her against him. Tears of joy ran down her face, though they were unseen by anyone due to her face being buried in his chest.

She held a fond smile as she remembered that day. They had gotten married two weeks later from that day. Her smile turned perverse however as she recalled what they had done that night. She repressed a shudder as she remembered how she had screamed out his name in pleasure. She rubbed her thighs together as she remembered the things they did..

''Naruto…'' Yasaka growled out his name this time successfully getting his attention.

''Yes Yasa...ka?'' He faltered slightly as he was subjugated to her narrowed gaze.

''Are you paying attention?''

She received a nod as he abruptly closed the manga they were reading. Gaining a pout from Kunou. ''Of course Yasaka-chan, i always listen to what you have to say.''

Yasaka scoffed before she shook her head. It was not the time to play around, especially since they were still in the meeting. ''Very well, i have received a message from one of the Maou's, Serafall Leviathan. They wanted to arrange a meeting with you regarding a certain area that's under your name. Kuoh? I think that's what is was called, i can check it later. Anyway they wanted to arrange a meeting in order to discuss some business regarding that plot of land.''

''I see… how interesting.'' Naruto commented. The relationship between Devils and Yokai hadn't really changed over the years. It had gotten neither worse or better though there were some signs they were quite annoyed with how efficient the Yokai had gotten when it came to removing any spies from Kyoto due to them being unaware of the now invisible barrier covering the city.

So at the moments they were just neutral towards each other since they hadn't done anything that stopped them from entering Kyoto like the Fallen Angels had done.

''Well, what's your answer?''

''Send them a reply that i'm open to meeting them. I'm quite curious what they want with Kuoh as it doesn't really have anything to special aside from the various Yokai that are currently living there who wanted to leave Kyoto for a breath of fresh air.'' Yasaka gave him a nod.

''Alright then, this meeting is over.'' Yasaka said to the elders with a slight bow as she walked up to Naruto who was holding Kunou.

''Naruto-kun, has Jiraiya-san messaged you back yet?'' Yasaka asked as they were walking through the streets of Kyoto, hand in hand.

''No he hasn't unfortunately''

''Shame, so you have no idea how to train her in using those chains of hers?''

He shook his head. ''Sorry, i only knew of them since my mot- Kushina was capable of using them. I hadn't inherited them so i'm clueless when it comes to them.''

The couple were talking about the chakra chains Kunou had unlocked.

It had happened one a random day when she was trying to catch Kurama. She had told them that she could feel something wanting to come out and just trusted out her hand which shot out a golden chain.

Yasaka and Naruto watched as Kurama evaded one of Kunou's attempts at catching him. It was something they often did, both as a way to tire her out and to increase her stamina.

Kurama waved his tails in an attempt to annoy her which worked. Releasing a small growl Kunou ran at the small form of Kurama and prepared to lunge at him. Noticing what she was trying to do Kurama got ready and abruptly moved to the right. He was caught off-guard however as Kunou, instead of jumping at his previous location launched herself at him.

Kurama did his best to dodge but due to not being prepared had one of his tails caught by the young girl who gave him a victorious smirk. Not liking that smirk Kurama used his other tails and began to tickle her.

Laughing, Kunou let go off his tail and he wasted no time before escaping her. Stopping her laughter and realizing what happened Kunou aimed a glare at the smaller fox.

''Almost had me little one.''

Feeling some sort of power concentrated at her hands Kunou thrusted them out towards Kurama who just looked at her. He, along with Naruto and Yasaka were caught off-guard when out of her hand a golden chain shot out with incredible speed. The chains caught him as Kurama's eyes widened as he felt his power slowly being suppressed.

''These chains… Kushina'' He growled and was about to attack her when the chains surrounding him loosened up. Glancing at her he Naruto holding the girl with Yasaka giving a worried glance at them.

''Is she alright?'' Yasaka asked him as he lifted her in his arms.

''Yes, she just passed out. Most likely from unlocking those chains.'' He told her as he looked at the now snoring form of his daughter.

''What were they? I have never heard of an ability such as that one.''

''They're called Kongō Fūsa, or Adamantine Sealing Chains. They're a rare bloodline from the Uzumaki Clan. I don't have them myself but they're very useful, capable of holding down Kurama over there in his complete form.'' He pointed at Kurama who glared at him in return. ''I never expected her to unlock them as like i said they are very rare. You can compare it as being a lesser version as my Enkidu: Chains of Heaven.''

''So you can't train her?''

''Nope i can't, though i know someone that might be able to.''

''And that is?''

''Jiraiya, he personally knew the only other person who was capable of using them so he might have some ideas as to where to begin. I'll send him a message telling him to return once he's done.''

''Naruto-kun, do you have any ideas why the Devils might be interested in Kuoh?'' Yasaka asked as they entered their home.

''No, i really don't. I've looked over some papers but couldn't really see anything that might get their attention. The fact that we have numerous Yokai living there would make me think they want to stay away. Regardless though if we meet i'll be sure to be on guard as you never know with these Devils.''

''Kuoh too as a barrier around it, right?''

''Yup, we had made extra's incase something like this happened. We need to make sure we keep your race safe and these barriers to a damn good job. I mean, how many possible spies have we kicked out since the barrier was placed? Literally dozens of them from numerous Factions. It sucks that we don't have a realm like the Devils have the Underworld as it would quite nice… Then again we have less numbers than they have and it would make it harder to keep up with.''

Yasaka hummed in agreement. She had noticed that since they had married he would often use ''we'' when speaking of the Yokai. Like he was part of them himself. It was somewhat true, due to his marriage to her. But the people adored him and the things he had done to keep their lives safe. She sometimes wondered if they loved him more than they her.

Naruto slowly sat down on the couch with Kunou blissfully asleep on his chest.

''I'm going to prepare something to eat. You want something as well?'' She asked him from the kitchen.

''If you don't mind then sure.'' He replied back at her as he slowly ran his fingers through Kunou's hair in an attempt to wake her up.

Kunou opened her mouth and mumbled something incoherently before she snuggled deeper into him. Naruto silently blamed the warm aura he unconsciously released. It drew people in and made them feel safe, even Yasaka was affected as she could easily fall asleep when he was holding her close.

The only time he wasn't releasing the warm aura was when he was upset or angry. Then his warm aura was quickly replaced by one that reeked of maliciousness and bloodlust.

Sasuke stood in a dark room, alone. He had grown in both strength mind and height since the last time he had seen Naruto.

He currently wore a grey high collared shirt with grey pants. Bandages covering both his arms and the unprotected parts of his feet. His hair had changed from its usual style, now opting for a more flat look with bangs framing the side of his face and between his eyes.

Currently he had a blindfold over his eyes as he eased his breathing.

Suddenly, without a warning his hands blurred as he went through a set of hand seals. The sound of birds chirping could be heard through the room as Sasuke held up his hand.

One that crackled with lightning. However, it wasn't blue, no the lightning in his hand was black, pure black.

During his isolation Sasuke had trained himself through the ground. Using numerous Kage Bunshins he continued his lightning manipulation, despite having mastered the element. Some might say it was a waste of time, not for him though as the proof was there in his hand. It had taken him months of tiring himself out. Each day, each week, each month of working to exhaustion had finally paid off as his lightning manipulation was on a whole new level.

Without a word he flicked his hand forward. The Chidori in his hand expelled dozens of senbon made out of black lightning. As it hit its target -the many wooden dummies spread throughout the room- they exploded on contact. Sasuke didn't move, even as hundreds of splinters propelled at high speeds through the room, barely missing him as they embedded themselves into the walls surrounding him.

After a moment of silence Sasuke reached up and removed the blindfold he wore. His eyes, one purple and the other black and red gave off an eerie glow as it was the only thing that could be seen in the completely dark room. The eyes that held power no mortal should have. Power that was capable of wiping complete villages off the map if he wished it so.

Blinking once Sasuke swiftly turned around and walked out of the room in his little hideout he had made for himself.

Suddenly Sasuke stopped moving as the area around him shifted.

'Genjutsu? No it should be impossible with my eyes.' Sasuke thought as he got ready for any attack that might come. Despite being the strongest Shinobi he wasn't going to let down his guard as even Genin are capable of killing Jounin or Kage's. Sasori was a perfect example of this. Having killed the Third kazekage when he was just a young boy.

His eyes snapped upwards as the space shimmered for a moment. When it stopped Sasuke couldn't help but blink, thanking his Uchiha blood from stopping him reacting like anyone else would've done as he looked at the figure floating in the air above him.

''Who are you.'' Sasuke asked as he inspected the person.

It was a small girl with long black hair and black eyes that held no emotion. She was wearing a weird black looking dress that didn't cover her chest, evident by the… tape that seemed to be covering her nipples. With his advanced eyesight he noticed her ears were different from regular humans as well.

''I am Ophis.'' The girl spoke with a tone that matched her expression.

Sasuke was on-guard because as much as he tried to he couldn't sense her. It was like she wasn't there in the first place. But he knew it wasn't true. His eyes would've told him otherwise.

''Well Ophis, what do you want?''

''You're strong.''

Sasuke raised an eyebrow. 'Okay?'

''I want you to join me.''

''Join what?''

''My group.''

''Yea i don't know about that… I kind of am tired of joining all sorts of groups. Not to mention that i'm interested in something else.''

''Uzumaki Naruto.'' Sasuke's eyes widened slightly for a second as the weird girl mentioned that name. ''He's the one you're looking for, correct?''

''I can bring you to him. If you join me i will take you to where he is.''

This got Sasuke's attention. This little girl before him was capable of bringing him to the world Naruto was in? He also got more cautious of her as he still didn't know anything about her other than her name which didn't spark anything.

''Before i answer you, who exactly are you and what do you need me to join you for?''

''My name is Ophis, the Infinite Dragon God. I need your help to remove Red so i can have my peace and quiet.''

That didn't really help much, Sasuke thought. This little girl's a god? And who's this ''Red''.

''How come i can't sense you?''

Ophis tilted her head slightly. For a moment Sasuke thought she didn't understand him but that thought was quickly thrown out of the window as an immense pressure beared down on him. Clenching his fist he released his own power as purple chakra poured out of him, lighting up the area they were in.

His rinnegan slightly pulsed as he manipulated the gravity around him to ease the invisible weight that was pushed onto him while warily glancing at the floating girl who still only raised an eyebrow at him.

''You're still standing.'' She stated. ''You are indeed strong.''

God, her emotionless tone was getting annoying but he didn't say anything. He did know that her earlier claims of being a God wasn't a lie as even the Juubi or Kaguya didn't come close to her power. Then again, Naruto said you needed to be a sage in order to feel the power the Juubi held.

''You're strong enough yourself, why do you need my help for?''

He wasn't sure if he imagined it or not but he could swear he saw her frown for a moment. ''A fight between me and Red would take us days and eventually tire me out. That's why i'm looking for people to join.''

''And what is this group of yours called?''

''Khaos Brigade.''

Sasuke hummed softly. It was a good name, he thought. Though he liked Akatsuki more.

''Do you already have members in your group?''

''Yes, numerous Devils and Fallen have joined me and in return i gave them a part of my power. I can give you power as well if you accept.''

Devils? Fallen? What was she talking about? Were those types of people that lived in the world Naruto was in?

''If you already have so many people joining you why do you need me?''

''They aren't strong like you.'' Was that a compliment? Sasuke wasn't sure at this point.

''...I'll join you if you can take me to Naruto. However, not yet. I still need to train more in order to match Naruto.''

''I see.'' Ophis said before she slowly floated down till she was on eye level with him. She raised her hand and Sasuke got ready incase she attacked. He was surprised though as she merely tapped his forehead. Retracting her hand she floated back up. ''I have given you a part of my power. I will return in for you when you're ready.'' As she finished that sentence the area around him shifted till he was back where he was before. The strange girl nowhere to be found.

Sasuke glanced around before he released a sigh. ''What have i gotten myself into.'' He shook his head slightly before he continued his walk to where the bathroom was located.

''Kaa-san?'' The voice of the now 17 year old Nami was heard. She was breathing heavily as she slowly lifted her head up to stare at her mother who stood on the opposite side of her. A beautifully crafted katana in her hand as she gave Nami a proud smile.

''You've gotten better Nami-chan. Soon you'll surpass even me.'' Kushina told her as she got ready.

The two were currently sparring in an empty training field. A few months after Naruto's disappearance Nami had asked her mother if she could train her in Kenjutsu with her mother being a master in the art.

Kushina of course was ecstatic to pass down her skills to her daughter and immediately accepted her as her student.

They both wore their hair in a high ponytail, one blonde while the other was red. A matching black sleeveless shirt covered by a flak jacket. Black pants that reached their ankles and grey sandals.

''Are you ready Nami-chan? Or do you want to spend time with your admirers.'' Kushina casted a glance to one of the bushes on her left where she could sense numerous signatures at.

Over the time Nami had been in the village she had gained quite a large amount of admirers or fanboys. Being the daughter of Namikaze Minato and Kushina Uzumaki, not to mention the younger sister of Naruto Uzumaki did that to you. The fact that she was quite the looker did or didn't help either.

She had paid them no mind though as she was more focused on finding her brother. Some concerns were discussed with those that compared her behavior to Sasuke when he was younger. Everyone remembered the obsession he had with his elder brother to the point that he cared little for anyone else. Kushina and Minato had quickly put a stop to those thought and told them they were nothing alike. While yes, Nami was focused on finding Naruto she didn't let it cloud her mind.

She was brought out of her thoughts as she quickly held up her own katana to block a downwards slash from her mother who appeared before her. Grunting slightly at her strength she began to slowly push her back only for Kushina to disengage her.

''Keep your eyes on me, Nami-chan.'' Kushina said before she was gone once more. Twisting on her feet Nami ducked in time for katana to cut through the space her head previously occupied. She retaliated with a thrust before flowing in a diagonal swipe in an attempt to cut Kushina in two. Unfortunately for her Kushina had seen her attack coming and with little difficulty spun around her attack before landing an elbow strike on her ribs with enough force to push her back.

''Come on Nami-chan~ Is that all that you've learned?''

Nami growled at her mother as she took a deep breath and calmed herself. Getting worked up wouldn't help her in this situation. Feeling calmer she narrowed her eyes slightly before shooting herself at Kushina and began an onslaught of attacks.

The sound of steel colliding with steel filled the field as Kushina blocked each of her attacks. Finally Kushina received another opening as Nami overextended herself and Kushina quickly disarmed her before holding the tip of her blade near her throat.

''Give up Nami-chan.''

Nami released a huff before she reluctantly nodded. ''Fine…''

''Don't brood, it doesn't fit you.'' Kushina reprimanded her daughter. ''Had it been anyone else you probably would've won.'' Seeing she still was upset Kushina did the only thing she could do. ''How about we get some ramen, my treat?'' Nami's mood took a complete 180 as her smile returned.

''Alright! See you there kaa-san!'' She yelled as she ran off leaving Kushina by herself who gazed at the sky.

'Where are you, Naruto?'

It was late in the evening and Naruto could be seen sitting in an empty room barring himself. A pile of scrolls and books were lying on the table in front of him while he was currently intently reading through a book several centuries old.

The reason for him reading through all of these books was because a few days ago he read a scroll which held references to an enormous tree, one that was several hundred feet tall. And, according to what was written held power one should stay away from unless they wish to destroy the earth itself.

Of course, someone else might wonder what it meant. Or that the author wrote it as fiction.

Naruto however didn't take long to understand what he were referring too.

A Shinju.

A God Tree.

A Divine Tree.

The power the author was referring to, the that one should stay away from was no doubt referring to this world's equivalent of a Chakra Fruit.

So when Naruto read something mentioning another Shinju he began intently reading through dozens of different books and scrolls. While he could let a few Kage Bunshins do the work for him there's always the chance that they would overlook something and he didn't want to risk it.

The sound of the door opening caused him to look up from the book he was reading.

Yasaka walked in, clad in only a black thigh length night robe. In her hands she held a sake bottle and two small cups. She walked over to the couch he was sitting on and plopped herself down next to him.

''What are you reading?'' Yasaka inquired as she put the bottle along with the two cups on the table in favor for leaning into him.

Naruto allowed her to read along. ''That's an old book.'' She couldn't help but comment. Naruto chuckled softly in agreement. Indeed they were, each of these books and scrolls before him was worth a fortune to a collector. The fact that these mere just a mere fraction of what he had was something others would call, impressive.

''They are. They have some information in them that i'm looking for. Unfortunately though these books have mere fragments of infro to what i'm after.'' He glanced at her from the corner of his eyes. ''Would you mind?'' He asked and motioned over to the sake bottle that was on the table.

Yasaka poured sake in one of the small cups before holding it out to him. Just as Naruto was about to reach down Yasaka surprised him by pouring it into her own mouth before smashing her lips on his. Eyes widening slightly as he felt the liquid spill from her mouth into his, aided by her tongue that swirled in his mouth.

Disengaging from the kiss Yasaka gave him a smile as she licked her lips clean. Grabbing another cup she filled it before repeating her actions. Naruto closed the book he was reading and flicked it on the table with the rest.

He wrapped his arms around her he was laying on his back, eyes closed as he wrestled against her tongue with his own. He moved his hands down her back before resting them on her rear which he gave a firm squeeze eliciting a pleasured mewl from the fox woman on top of him. Breaking the kiss Yasaka rested her body on top of his. Basking in the warmth he gave off.

''You know…'' Yasaka spoke up after a moment of silence. ''I received a message from Serafall that they wanted to meet up two weeks from now on a friday.''

''Really? That's quick.''

''I know. From what the message told me they wanted to have the meeting in Kuoh. Serafall along with the current Lucifer himself will be attending the meeting… Are you going to bring someone with you?''

Naruto hummed in thought. ''Not sure.'' He answered after a moment. ''I would bring you but you're needed here… Perhaps Jiraiya if the man returns beforehand. He can be quite serious if the situation calls for it. Aside from him i don't really feel comfortable bringing somebody else.''

Yasaka said nothing as she snuggled deeper into him.

''Say.. Why don't you release those cute ears and fluffy tails of yours?''

Yasaka looked at him for a moment before she giggled softly. ''Alright Naruto-kun.'' From between her hair two blonde fox ears came into view which he began to scratch. She purred softly as she wrapped her tails around them.

''You want to sleep like this?'' Naruto asked her after a while of just laying there as he could she was getting tired.

Yasaka tilted her head to look at him before nodding, eyes drowsy. Giving her a smile he created a Kage Bunshin which turned of the light before it dispelled himself while Naruto turned onto his side together with Yasaka.

''G'night Yasaka-chan.''

''Night Naru-kun.'' She mumbled in return as she slowly dozed off.

Naruto sat in the living room along with Kunou, his fingers tapping absentmindedly as Kunou seemed to be immersed in what was currently on tv. Naruto himself was focused on something else. He had sensed Jiraiya enter the barrier surrounding Kyoto earlier today. However, the man had yet to show himself… Perhaps he should speak with him regarding certain rules when it came to him being requested back.

''What is it?'' He asked Kunou as he felt her tugging on his arm.

''I am boreeeed~'' She whined as she looked at him with big eyes.

Naruto felt himself falter the longer he looked at her. ''Come here.'' He patted his lap. ''It seems you get bored quite easily, no?'' Naruto mused as he began to play with her hair. ''Don't you have any friends to play with?''

He felt her stiffen for a moment before it was gone. He felt it though which confirmed what he said. He wrapped his arms around her as he pulled her in for a hug. ''It's okay, i'm here for you.'' He whispered softly as he heard her sniff silently in his arms.

The scene was interrupted as Jiraiya suddenly barged in the room. ''I heard you wanted to see me?''

Naruto deadpanned at the man.

Kunou looked at him as well before she brought her tails up to swipe away the tears that had formed in the corner of her eyes.

''Nice job ruining the moment, Jiraiya.'' Naruto grumbled before motioning for the older man to sit down.

Doing what he was told Jiraiya sat down opposite from him. ''So, what is it that you needed me for?''

''It's about Kunou-chan here. While you were gone she unlocked Kushina's Chakra Chains.'' Naruto revealed shocking the man.

''Really!?'' Jiraiya couldn't help but be surprised and glanced at the young girl on Naruto's lap. Even among the Uzumaki the Chakra Chains were a rare and sought after ability. The ability to hold down even the strongest Bijuu. It was the reason Kumo had tried to kidnap Kushina when she was younger.

''So, what is it that you needed me for, aside from informing me that is?''

''Well, i was wondering if you're capable of training her in using them. I thought that with Minato being your student and Kushina his now wife you might be able to help her. I mean, i don't know if you need specific methods in order to train her properly and i don't want her hurt.'' He said as a nuzzled her hair.

Jiraiya scratched his chin as he looked to be in thought. ''I might. While your moth- Kushina never completely explained how they worked i have seen her train with them numerous times.'' A frown marred his face as he saw the look send his way when he referred to Kushina as his mother. It was sad really. Naruto had stated multiple times he wanted nothing to do with either of them or his younger sister and that he wouldn't bat an eye should they get killed. Jiraiya of course tried to reason with him but that ended up with him getting ignored.

Yasaka hadn't bothered with asking about his parents as she could see that while he didn't really hate them per se, he definitely didn't love them either. He was... indifferent to them like he had once said.

''Say, where is she actually, your wife?'' Jiraiya asked with a proud smile. He had been present during their wedding once he received news he had proposed to her. He wasn't surprised she had accepted as he could see they were clearly in love with another. They had a somewhat small wedding reception that was attending by some of the more older members and people Yasaka knew personally. Jiraiya had never seen his godson smile more than he did that day. It really was a beautiful moment and he was glad he was able to be there in person.

''Hm? Oh Yasaka? She's currently in her office doing whatever. Despite her being able to form clones she sometimes likes to do it herself. No idea why but whatever.'' He shrugged his shoulders.

''Ah i have something else i'd like to ask you.'' He spoke up getting Jiraiya's attention. ''In a week and a few days i have a meeting in Kuoh with two of the current Maou's. I don't what the meeting is about except that it has to do with Kuoh itself. I wanted to ask if you wanted to come along since Yasaka is needed here.''

''A meeting with two Devils huh…'' Jiraiya mused. ''I guess i can go with you. In the meantime we can start training Kunou in the basics. Since she was capable of forming those chains means she's already unlocked her chakra… Has she done any chakra exercises such as tree walking?''

Naruto shook his head. ''No she hasn't as i wanted to wait till she was a bit older before starting those. Though it wouldn't hurt with how massive her reserves are for someone so young.''

''Indeed. Her being a Kyuubi on her mother's side and you due to your Uzumaki genes and whatever else you have. She has a lot of potential i can already see that. And with both Yasaka and yourself leading her who knows what the future has in store for her. Afterall, you are still unpredictable, no?''

Naruto couldn't help but let out a laugh at Jiraiya's words. The confidence in which he spoke them with was surprising.

Feeling something on his hand he suddenly looked down.

''What are you doing?'' He couldn't help but ask as Kunou was chewing on his hand. She ignored him however as Jiraiya sent him an amused look. ''Are you hungry?'' She stopped for a moment, nodded before continuing trying to chew off his hand. ''You really are weird huh… but it's to be expected i guess…'' He stood up while carrying Kunou and motioned for Jiraiya to get up as well. ''Let's go and look for Yasaka-chan, perhaps she wants some food as well. Afterwards we can see if you can help out Kunou with those chains.'' He glanced at Jiraiya before he walked off.

Jiraiya looked at him before he followed after him, he could use something to eat as well. His stomach growled not even a second later, like it was confirming what he thought.

''Where did you say they wanted to meet up with you again?'' Jiraiya asked as he looked to the side at his shorter companion. The two were currently walking through the streets of Kuoh towards the location they wanted to meet. Wherever that might be…

They were currently both clad in casual attire as a kimono would attract too much attention in the city they currently were.

''Tch, they said some small restaurant or whatever… Kunou, keep close!'' Naruto called out to his daughter who mumbled an apology as she lowered her walking pace. ''I know you're excited to be out of Kyoto but Yasaka would probably kill me if something were to happen to you.'' He said as he ruffled her hair.

''I'm still surprised she allowed you to take her with you to be honest.'' Jiraiya commented.

''Yea.. Me too.''

''You know, i'm quite jealous of you.'' Jiraiya suddenly spoke up as they continued their walk.

''Hoh?'' Naruto turned his head to Jiraiya. ''Why?''

''Are you blind? Look around you!'' Jiraiya sniffed. ''What i would do to be in your position…''

Looking around it didn't take long for Naruto to understand what Jiraiya was implying. And he should've expected it with just who his companion is. Several women were looking at him with blushes on their cheeks. Ones that increased in intensity as Kunou hugged him as she was uncomfortable with the stares send their way. ''Tou-san?'' Kunou looked up questionably.

''Don't worry Kunou, they're just… curious. Yes, let's go with that.'' He bent down an picked her up in his arms as they continued to walk, His pace slightly increasing as Jiraiya silently cursed him as his godson received all the attention from the women around them while he was left with nothing.

''Finally.'' Naruto spoke as they finally arrived at the correct restaurant. ''It looks quite bland.'' He couldn't help but comment as he gave the building a look over. It didn't really stand out for a restaurant and if he didn't know any better he would've never guessed it was one.

''Let's not waste anymore time.'' With that having said he entered.

''Excuse me.'' A feminine voice spoke up from beside him.

''Yes?'' He replied the young girl he assumed was a waiter of this place.

''Do you have a reservation?''

Naruto nodded. ''I do, it should be under Uzumaki.''

''Uzumaki…'' The girl repeated the name as she looked over what he thought was a guestlist. ''Ah, Uzumaki Naruto?'' He nodded. ''Follow me then as they've been waiting for you.'' Naruto and Jiraiya shared a look as they followed after her.

She led them to a table where they could see a red haired male and black haired woman sitting. ''Here we are, would you like something to drink?''

''Green tea please and some orange juice for Kunou here.''

''I have some coffee, two sugar without milk.''

The girl wrote their orders on a small book before bowing slightly as she walked off.

''So,'' The red, almost crimson haired man spoke up as he stood up from where he was sitting. ''You are Uzumaki Naruto, hm.'' He held his hand out. ''Sirzechs Lucifer.'' Naruto shook his head and returning the firm grip the man held.

Breaking the handshake Naruto's attention went to the black haired girl who had her hair in twintails. ''I'm Serafall Leviathan! Nice to meet you Naruto-ta- i mean san.'' She introduced herself somewhat cheerfully.

Naruto of course was aware that she was quite childish and didn't comment on it.

''And who is that cutie.'' Serafall asked as she knelt down till she was face to face with Kunou who looked at her strangely.

''This is my daughter, Kunou Uzumaki. Go ahead and introduce yourself.'' He gave her a reassuring squeeze on her shoulder.

''U-uhm, nice to meet you.'' Kunou said slightly nervous with a bow.

''...''

''...''

''So… Cute~!'' Serafall couldn't help but squeal. Her reaction caught Kunou off-guard as she quickly hid behind his leg in response before Naruto quickly calmed her.

''The man next to me is Jiraiya, he's here as Yasaka couldn't come with me. I also hope you don't mind me bringing my daughter with me.'' Naruto said to both Maou's once they all sat down with Kunou pressed against him.

''It's fine.'' Sirzechs waved it off. ''This is the first time i'm seeing her myself and i can easily see her mother's features in her.'' He said as he looked at the young girl who was trying to hide herself by using Naruto.

Sirzechs looked Naruto over trying to find anything that might help in the upcoming negotiations. Just from being near him he could tell the reports were true when they said he held a powerful aura. He could feel barely restrained power coming off of him as noticed Serafall felt it as well.

His red eyes which was an unnatural color unnerved him slightly as if there was something or someone hiding behind those eyes. His half-lidded gaze coupled with the lazy smile he held didn't make it any easier for him. The only thing he knew for sure was that he was going to be careful as something about the young man felt off.

He then looked at the older man he had brought with him and he once again had a hard time telling what he might be thinking off. The man was very good at hiding his emotions or his thoughts as his face was set in stone. He could feel power from the man, not as much as the blond but enough for him to hold his ground against most that should stand in his way.

''So, shall we get to business?'' Naruto spoke up.

''Yes, i think that's fine.''

''So… what do you want with Kuoh. If you didn't know we have several Yokai living her who wanted to get away from Kyoto without the fear of running into Devils for the off chance they would be used for your little chess game.''

''Chess game?''

Naruto looked at him. ''You know what i mean.''

''I do indeed, but it's necessary for the sake of continuing our race.''

''So forcing someone to join you and then threatening them with death should they wish to leave is how you want to secure your race? I can't be the only one who is seeing problems with this am i?''

Sirzechs was about to speak only to be cut off.

''But this isn't the time to speak about such matters, unless you want it to be.'' He glanced at the man.

Miffed at being interrupted Sirzechs shook his head. ''No, i don't. This is about Kuoh and our interest in it.''

Naruto motioned for him to continue.

''Yes, well you might know that both me and Serafall have younger siblings. Both are girls who are still young. However they both have shown an interest in Kuoh Academy. You might have heard of it as it's the girls only school that is located in town.'' Naruto gave him a nod as he indeed knew of the school. ''Well with us being the awesome older sibling want to make sure they're happy if you know what i mean.'' Sirzechs glanced at Kunou for a split-second. ''So we looked it up and noticed that Kuoh and its entirety is currently under Kyoto, or to be more specifically your rule.''

Naruto narrowed his eyes slightly as he had an idea where this was going to.

''So the reason for this meeting is for us to see if you're willing to hand over the territory. We are willing to pay you a hefty price of course…''

''No thank you.'' Naruto said shocking them.

''W-what?'' Serafall asked with a slight stutter at how casually he declined their offer.

''I said no thank you.''

''We heard that but why? We can pay any price as long as it's reasonable.''

''Yeah.. I have no interest in any of your money. I have enough riches to probably buy a country if i wish to do so.'' A thoughtful expression formed. ''I wonder if i can buy Japan in it's entirety…'' He seemed to mumbled something as the three watched him in confusion. He shook his head. ''Yea, i have no need for money as i'm sure i have more than you do… Sorry?''

''I see… Is there anything that you might want? As long as it's reasonable, that is.''

Naruto closed his eyes in thought. Something he wanted? He couldn't think of anything. Riches? He had more money once could dream of. Love? He had a wife and daughter he cared for. So what else was there? Power? No, he had enough power to destroy countries and weapons to decimate villages if he wished to do so.

Opening his eyes he looked right at the current Lucifer. ''Sorry, but i already have everything i ever wanted. Money, power, love… i have all of these. So lest you have something unique, something that's one of a kind i have to decline. Not to mention that it would be bad for the Yokai that are living here when i would tell them they had to leave. All because Devils wanted this territory. Perhaps Kunou can even attend school here when she's older, it is one of the best schools in the country after all.'' He smiled while they frowned.

''W-well what about allowing us to rent it from you? Only until our younger sisters and respective peerages have graduated?'' Sirzechs asked slightly worried as the meeting didn't went as they had expected.

''Rent? I don't know about that… There will have to be some serious rules laid out beforehand. Especially to protect those that are already living here as i doubt you know what kind of danger might come when news will spread that the siblings of two Maou's are currently living in a small city in Japan.''

Both Serafall and Sirzechs nodded their heads in agreement with his words. No doubt a war would happen should another faction harm or potentially kill a heiress of two of the remaining Pillars in The Underworld.

''I might, emphasis on might consider it for a set of chess pieces and something else i'm not going to tell you without talking it over with Yasaka.''

''You want a set of Evil Pieces?''

Naruto nodded. ''Yes, it would. It's something i don't have which is surprising since i'm quite the collector.''

''Mhm, it is indeed something that warrants another meeting. Just a question, when we entered we felt a weird sensation pass over us for just a moment. You wouldn't know what that might be, would you?''

Naruto looked at him and pondered if he should tell them. Shrugging his shoulders he decided it wouldn't hurt. ''I do actually. What you felt was the barrier surrounding the city processing you entering. Me and Jiraiya-san have placed a barrier around here incase someone unwanted would enter and potentially harm some of the Yokai which are living here. With the system in place anyone with higher than normal humans magical reserves will be automatically entered in the system allowing us to track them.''

''Impressive.'' Sirzechs couldn't help but comment with Serafall agreeing. Such a large barrier wasn't completely unheard of though the fact that it did what he said was.

''If that was all i'd like to go home now. Yasaka is probably already worrying about Kunou here.'' He ran his fingers through her hair.

''Yes, that is fine with me. I will keep in contact incase of further meetings.'' Sirzechs said as they all stood up. ''Oh, congratulations on your marriage by the way.'' He commented as they left after paying. Naruto watched their backs as they left before Jiraiya pulled him out of it.

''That was in interesting meeting wouldn't you say?''

''Yes. Though i could tell they were quite annoyed that they didn't have it go as they had planned.'' He said as he walked out. ''I'm going to make sure to increase the security around the area just incase. I wouldn't put it above them to try something to the inhabitants here''

They walked onto an empty field, somewhere away from the population as Naruto snapped his fingers.

Jiraiya covered his eyes as a very bright light almost blinded him. Once he opened them he looked at the contraption before him.

''Like it?'' Naruto said as he and Kunou who was in his arms walked past him. ''It's my personal way of transport called a Vimana.'' He sat down with her on his lap. ''The only one in the world capable of reaching Kyoto within minutes. Of course with Kunou here i can't go that fast regardless though.'' The Vimana slowly rose from the ground.

''Wait! What about me?'' Jiraiya complained as he looked up.

''Take some days of or something. I expect to see you back Monday less you want to pay for everything yourself?'' Not waiting for a reply Jiraiya watched as they became invisible and left him behind. Looking at the spot he occupied just seconds ago he shrugged. Might as well do what he said.

''... I wonder if there are any hot springs in Kuoh..'' Jiraiya mused as he walked off, a perverted giggle escaping every few steps.

''Are you alright?'' Yasaka asked as she saw her husband stiffen for a moment.

''Yes i think? I have a feeling something interesting is going to happen.''

The two were currently sitting on the couch watching tv. It had been a month since he had met with the current Lucifer and Leviathan who wanted to buy Kuoh from him.

Yasaka had quickly agreed with him that he shouldn't sell the town to them. The Devils already had an entire, well, realm to themselves. No need to give them even more and knowing them they wouldn't stop there..

''Stop! You can't go in there!'' They both heard someone shout from outside their home.

Before they knew it their door was thrown open as they both immediately got ready to attack whoever was foolish enough to barge into their home.

As the dust cleared they were surprised at what they were looking at.

It was a young woman, a Nekomata, no Nekoshou if the twin tails behind her were any indication. She was wearing a black revealing kimono that was covered in dirt and had numerous holes and cuts in it. She was hunched over and holding what looked like another person in her arms which had small specks of blood covering them.

Slowly the woman lifted her head, allowing them all to see her face that held a tired and broken expression. Yasaka had her hands raised to stop any of the guards that had entered from attacking her on the spot.

''Pl-ease.. H-help us'' She spoke, her voice sounded broken as she pleaded while looking right at him.

Naruto exchanged glances with Yasaka who nodded as he slowly walked up to the girl before kneeling down.

''Who are you?'' Naruto asked softly while releasing his comforting aura towards the girl.

Feeling the aura wash over her the girl cautiously looked at him with her golden eyes similar to Yasaka's own. ''K-Kuroka…'' She rasped out, her mouth dry.

Naruto motioned for someone to get some water which they quickly did. Giving her a glass of water Naruto watched as she accepted it with a shaking hand, allowing him to see that it was indeed a person she was holding close to her.

''Now Kuroka, care to tell me what caused you to barged into our home? I can see something must have happened for you to end up like this.''

Kuroka took a shaky breath before opening her mouth. ''T-the Devils, they were killing us all.'' Everyone immediately looked at her with increased attention. ''I managed to escape with a couple others…''

''And where are they?''

''I-i don't know.'' She sniffed as tears gathered in the corner of her eyes. ''I saw them just run for their life as we did the best to escape them, but there were so many of them.'' She swallowed as she remembered their looks of fear.

''Shh, relax and breath.'' He rubbed his thumb over her hand in an attempt to calm her.

''I-it was all my fault.'' Kuroka couldn't keep the tears from stopping as she said those words. Naruto looked at the crying girl and pulled her into a hug. Careful not to hurt the person she was holding.

''What do you mean it was your fault Kuroka? What did you do?'' He asked while still holding her shivering body close.

''I, uh, i killed my m-master.'' She said as she unconsciously leaned deeper against him.

''Master… you are half Devil?''

Kuroka nodded slowly.

''And why did you kill your master?''

''He, he tried to k-kill me and Shirone! For power!'' She hissed out catching him off-guard.

''Shirone? Is that girl in your arms Shirone?''

Another nod.

''Would you like us to look at her?''

Kuroka looked at him before glancing at Shirone and back at him before she shook her head.

''Alright then, that's fine. What happened then?''

''I killed him using Senjutsu before i was attacked by his peerage… I'm not sure but news reached the Maou's that i went crazy with power and they,'' She swallowed again. ''They ordered every Nekoshou to be killed!'' A few gasps were heard including Yasaka's whom he recognized. ''I immediately grabbed my little sister, my Shirone-chan before fleeing to here.'' She finished her story as she held her eyes closed in shame.

''Kuroka…'' He couldn't help but feel bad for the young girl. ''Kuroka listen, it wasn't your fault, okay?'' He turned her so she was looking at him. ''You wanted to protect your sister from him which i would've done the same in your place. The Devils overstepped their boundaries by committing genocide against an entire race out of fear which is not your fault. In fact if it weren't for you barging in here nobody knew it had even happened. So you should be glad you made it so we can send out search parties for any possible survivors and bring them here. Now, how about you let my wife.'' He pointed at the blonde woman with nine swishing tails behind her. ''Bring your little sister to the hospital to see if she's alright? I promise nothing will happen to either of you.''

Kuroka stared into his eyes looking for any signs of him lying but couldn't find anything except honesty from his blood red orbs. Slowly she nodded as Yasaka walked over to them and took the small white haired girl from her arms.

''P-please take care of her.'' She said softly as she bowed. Her cat ears pressed flat against her head.

Yasaka gave her a smile before she, along with a few guards headed to the local hospital.

As Yasaka left Naruto motioned for the guards to leave as he slowly rose while Kuroka unconsciously followed his movements. ''Someone get me a new door!'' He yelled at the retreating form of the guards as he noticed the door was about to fall of its hinges.

''Hehe sorry.'' He gave an small smile to the black haired girl who was still clinging onto him. He walked over to the couch before sitting down and patting the spot next to him. Kuroka sat down next to him before she rested her head on his lap. She nervously looked at him only to seem him give her a gentle smile as began to scratch her ears to make her fall asleep. Something that often would work on Yasaka.

''Relax Kuroka. Yasaka-chan will make sure your little sister is taken care of so you can see her tomorrow if you want. After that we'll make sure the Devils won't go unpunished for this.'' As his eyes seemed to gain an eerie glow to them while Kuroka snuggled against him.

Humming a soft tune he used to do for Kunou when she had trouble sleeping he watched as Kuroka slowly lulled to sleep. Barely catched her words before she entered the world of dreams.

''Thank you~''

A few hours later Yasaka returned and saw her husband half asleep with the Nekoshou resting on his lap.

''Yasaka? Finally you're back i almost fell asleep numerous times.''

''I noticed.'' She said while keeping her eyes on the sleeping girl. ''I sent out search parties to look for any surviving members of her species.''

''Nothing happened.'' Naruto quickly said as he noticed her eyes were focused on Kuroka. ''I just put her to sleep so she can see her sister tomorrow. Speaking of which, how is she?''

She's fine.'' Yasaka replied with a sigh. ''She was just tired and emotionally overwhelmed. A good night's rest should fix her up.''

''That's good to hear. We should send out a message tomorrow regarding this as it's unacceptable.'' Yasaka nodded in agreement. Naruto carefully removed Kuroka's head from his lap before standing up.

''Let's get to bed as i'm really tired.'' He murmured before planting a soft kiss on her lips as he walked to where their room was located. Tomorrow would be a very busy day.

End Chapter.