Itachi Kaikiden Episode 010 – First Hokage Itachi Uchiha
[Magic World]
[Arendelle] [June 24th 1995]
[Fornbál – Arendelle]
(After the day of Anna and Kristoff's wedding, the couple were off in their honeymoon, but promise to be back before the day of the wedding of Itachi and Elsa, Sasuke headed out back to the Ninja World to invite a certain girl as his date for the wedding. Even though Itachi and Elsa didn't wanted to have a big wedding, that didn't stop the people of Arendelle, the shinobi of the Hidden Flame Village and Anna from trying. Right now, a certain minister, Oskar Finn was visiting the tombs of his ancestors, those who have served in the royal court for the last few generations. Oskar pose his hands in praying.)
Oskar Finn: Oh Ancestors! It's been three years since King Agnarr and Queen Iduna have died at sea. At first I did not know Queen Elsa wielded magic and she was hunted down simply because of it. But now, shadow warriors are inhabiting in our kingdom and not one of the other ministers were against it like Minister Loken who failed miserably. (Oskar sobs quietly with a servant of his next to him. Oskar looked at the tablet of his ancestor who was the first to be a court official with sadness.) Two days ago, I was forced to kneel next to that usurper Itachi and nobody, not even those here in the capital said anything against it. I am such an unworthy son of our family. (Oskar shouts at tablet with tears in his eye running down.) This is how our current era will be brought to an end! (Oskar sobs even more as he got enraged at the thought of usurpers and Itachi.) I hate Hans Westergaard for plotting against the Queen, but how I hate Itachi Uchiha even more! How dare him… HOW DARE HE PROPOSE TO QUEEN WITHOUT EVEN CONSIDERING TO ASK FOR PRINCESS ANNA'S APPROVAL! (Servant spoke to ease his master's rage.)
Finn Servant: Please, my lord. Be at ease with your rage and grief. (Oskar shrieks in anger at his servant.)
Oskar Finn: Why not! When Itachi or any of his shinobi are around me, I dare not to curse at him, especially in the Queen's presence. But since he isn't, I can't contain my rage any longer! (The servant nods.)
Finn Servant: Your lordship has a right to curse at him, but I also have frights that you would try and fail the same as Minister Loken, whose position was given to Oliver Loga. (Oskar was shocked by the news of a new minister gaining Jon's empty position. Oskar turn to his servant for more information.)
Oskar Finn: What else have you been hearing? (The servant spoke with some fear of what Oskar will do to him.)
Finn Servant: Most of the people see magic and Itachi Uchiha in a new light as they have started to compare him to his late Majesty King Agnarr. Some are saying if Itachi will be like his late Majesty or will he surpass him once he will marry into the throne through his marriage with Queen Elsa. My lord, the shinobi in the Hidden Flame are already declaring that he should be Hokage and once he shall be king, he shall be one of the greatest and powerful men… in the world. The Ninja Academy is fully operational as there are four hundred children, both from the kingdom and the village, entering to become ninjas themselves as another academy building is currently being constructed. The Ninja Guard's Kisame, Deidara, Sasori, Shisui and Renai are training the new recruits in wielding their Chakras. (The servant started to sob but continues.) My lord, there are also rumors that should her Majesty were to have a child or more with him, they might potentially be more powerful than either parents. (The servants sobs as he bows down to the ground. All of this truly frighten Oskar as he quickly turn to his ancestor's tablet.)
Oskar Finn: Ancestors, did you hear that? Every day those shadow warriors grow stronger. Please come back from the great beyond! Please purge this kingdom of those monsters! (Oskar cries a lot in sadden. Unknown to them, Sasori was listening to the whole conversation without being spotted by him. Sasori simply shoot his head in disapproval of the man's incapability to grow with the world and instantly left.)
[Opening]
[Arendelle Castle, Fornbál - Arendelle]
(The day after the wedding had made Elsa a bit sad since Anna went off to her honeymoon with Kristoff. However, it wasn't entirely saddening since she had her fiancé Itachi, royal advisor Jiminy Cricket and those who were in the castle since her twelve years of isolation. Elsa was in the studies signing paperwork. Itachi walks in to help Elsa, but what got him surprise was next to Elsa was an empty chair. Kai kindly gestures Itachi, who was feeling anxious to do so, to the chair. Nevertheless, Itachi sat next to Elsa, much to her pleasant. They were signing paperwork when a ninja of the Flame Village arrives.)
Flame Ninja: I bring news. Asano Ichikawa has pass on his mantle as Head of the clan to his niece Asami. She's at the castle doors, seeking for an audience. (For a moment, Itachi was finishing his share of paperwork as he turn to the nodding Elsa, and then to the messenger.)
Itachi Uchiha: Send her in. (The messenger left to get Asami Ichikawa. Entering the room was a beautiful 21 year old Asami Ichikawa, who has long purple hair and pink eyes in a fit kimono attire, bowing in respect to Elsa and Itachi.)
Asami Ichikawa: My high regards to the Queen of Arendelle and soon-to-be King of Arendelle. I came here on behalf of the village. (Elsa and Itachi knew she mean the Hidden Flame, of course. Asami brought out a list of documented essentials.) We have documented every people, livestock, buildings, districts and materials properly according to the Flame and Arendelle code. (Itachi smirks proudly with Elsa smiling gratefully of everything processing as plan. However, Elsa had an idea to why Asami was brought here instead of Hatobi, the new strategist of Arendelle and the Hidden Flame Village.)
Elsa: However, that's not all you have to say. (Asami nods, not truly afraid of Elsa like how the rest of Arendelle were when her powers were discovered.)
Asami Ichikawa: My Queen, the people and even the rest of the heads of the clans have selected Lord Itachi to be the Flame Village's First Hokage. We implore him to take the seat of Hokage as time waits for no man. (Elsa was amaze how much loyalty and considerable the shinobi were for the Uchiha to be her husband as she turn to him, waiting for his response. Itachi thought about it as well, to be a Hokage was an honor he thought he would never get to have since he did murder his clan back in the Ninja World. However, things are different since he did gain the idea to build this shinobi village with Elsa emulating the actions of Hashirama and Madara except for the bitter rivalry. Truly he thought of a few names to who wanted him to be Hokage as he replies.)
Itachi Uchiha: Asami. Did Hatobi send you in his stead so that he would guilt trip me? (Elsa was curious to know for herself as Asami shook her head.)
Asami Ichikawa: Of course not! I merely ask on behalf of the people of the Hidden Flame Village, my lord and Your Majesty. (So far, neither Elsa nor Itachi found no ill will or false presence in Asami's speech. Itachi finally said.)
Itachi Uchiha: After hearing what the people of the Hidden Flame desires, I will put accepting the title of Hokage into consideration. (Itachi look to see Elsa finishing her paperwork as Ignis came in and rested on Elsa's lap, much to Elsa's happiness.)
Elsa: Hey there, Ignis. (Elsa rubs Ignis' head comfortably her pet wolf. Itachi on the other hand, was curious to why Hatobi would sent Asami in his stead, seeing that he is in charge of the Flame Village's administration.)
Itachi Uchiha: Asami, where's Hatobi? (Asami replies back to Itachi.)
Asami Ichikawa: Lord Hatobi called in sick from last night. He said that he got seriously ill and couldn't make the report himself. (Itachi thought about the reason why Hatobi would be sick in bed after one night of partying. However he return to Asami.)
Itachi Uchiha: Oh, thank you for the report. You may go. (Asami nods as she departs back to the Flame Village. Itachi turn to Elsa.) Elsa. Do you think I should become the Hokage? (Elsa was thinking about it and while she knew it would be a lot of responsibility as the Hokage is the leader of a shinobi village and theirs are growing strong and bigger. Nevertheless, Elsa could see that it was Itachi's idea to build the Hidden Flame Village as she could only say.)
Elsa: Of course. This dream of constructing the Hidden Flame began from your inspiration of the previous Hokage of the Hidden Leaf Village. While not everything they did was good, most of it weren't bad either. (Kai spoke next to convince his soon-to-be king.)
Kai: And it's like what Lady Asami said, "Time waits for no man." (Itachi and Elsa turn to Kai, they knew the attendant means well as he bows in respect.) I humbly apologize for speaking out of place… (Before Kai could finish, Itachi calmly raise a palm, not enraged whatsoever.)
Itachi Uchiha: It is okay, Kai. I appreciate your concern and opinions just as much as Elsa's. (Itachi turn to Jiminy, knowing that he has some advice that he wishes to hear.) Jiminy.
Jiminy Cricket: Yes, Sire? (Jiminy smiles at Itachi, even though he hasn't married into the throne yet, People are starting to call him "Your Highness" or "Sire" out of respect for him and Elsa since they are engage to each other.)
Itachi Uchiha: Do you think if I take the title of Hokage, wouldn't that make me reviled through the world for being both leader of the Flame Village and King of Arendelle. (Jiminy thought it carefully, but he could tell from Itachi's face that there wasn't anything reviled or menacing in the man he has come to respect.)
Jiminy Cricket: Well, Your Highness, it is true that if an ordinary ruler gains that kind of power, they get arrogant or overconfident that it separates them from the people they are supposed to protect. But you, Sire, are quite the opposite of all of that. You put the happiness of others before your own, you have finished placing the shinobi organization system in the village of genin, chunin, jonin and so forth, and you work hard to gain the trust and acceptance of the people with the Queen, those with magic and even with those who were our former enemies. (Itachi nods to each points Jiminy was stating to him. Elsa even knew that it was thanks to Itachi that the people of Arendelle were no longer afraid or wary of her due to being born with them.)
Itachi Uchiha: Jiminy, thank you for the kind words such as the ones you have given me. (Itachi got up from his chair.) Before anything of becoming Hokage process, I wish to discuss this more with Hatobi in the Flame Village. (Itachi turn to smile to Elsa and Ignis.) Want to accompany me to the Flame Village, Elsa. (Elsa nods with a smile. Then they turn to their pet wolf Ignis.) What say you, Ignis? (Ignis simply barks happily, agreeing with his master and mistress.)
[Ninja Academy, Honokagakure - Arendelle]
(During the time of day in the Hidden Flame Village of Arendelle, most of the children were in the Ninja Academy, working on their assignments, such as history, math, science, ninjutsu, strategies, genjutsu, taijustu and the concepts of the ninja. In a homeroom, there were a class doing either remaining assignments or bidding their time in a free period. The teacher, who was a black long hair woman with orange eyes, twin bangs on each of her face, wearing a long sleeved white kimono blouse with a black undershirt, and shinobi shoes was currently grading some turn in papers, assignments of students as an academy staff chunin came in the room and whisper news to the teacher, who widen her eyes in astonishment. She carefully whispered.)
Urara Tanka: Is this true? (The chunin nodded as he informs her.)
Flame Chunin: Also, Lord Sasori is here as requested and… (The Flame chunin brought out two lunchboxes each have named for Pinocchio and Taiyo.)
Urara Tanaka: Oh? Okay! Thank you for informing me. (The chunin nods as he left. The students, including the group with Kaede Uchiha, the Royal Sister of Arendelle were chatting among themselves. The teacher cleared her throat as she got the students' attention.) Class, please pay attention. We will be having classes for three more days in preparation for the academy's first sparring evaluation to determine the top 100 students who are likely to graduate next year. (The teacher smiles at how excited the entire class is to see which of them will be proceed to graduate. She got off her chair as said.) Before we can resume our lecture on chakra and its properties, I am currently needed in a parent-teacher conference, so I will leave Mason and Taiyo in charge for a while. (Mason and Taiyo got up from their desks as they stand on the platform of the classroom.)
Mason Drage: You can leave everything to me and Taiyo, Urara-sensei. (Urara smiles as she nods. Before she left, she remembered something else as she grabbed the lunchboxes, much to Taiyo's surprise. As Urara gave the lunchboxes to Taiyo, she kindly informs him.)
Urara Tanaka: Your father wanted to remind you and your brother to always take your lunches with you whenever you leave home. (Taiyo blushes in embarrassment as he mildly glared at his nervously smiling brother Pinocchio while their classmates struggles not to, knowing that their teacher Urara taught them not to laugh at someone menacingly and that they were afraid of what Taiyo would do to them. Urara left and made it to the conference room where Sasori was waiting, and just as he was gonna shout, he froze in amazement of Urara's beauty. In the same way, Urara gasped in admiration at Sasori and his appearance, but they both believe it was beyond that. Looking into each other's eyes were for a moment's silence until Sasori spoke.)
Sasori Saku: So… You're my sons' homeroom teacher, correct? (Urara nods as she and Sasori shook hands with smiles.)
Urara Tanaka: You must be Sasori Saku. I am Urara Tanaka. These are the current levels your sons are proceeding. (Urara brought out two files filled with Taiyo and Pinocchio's current accomplishments in the academy. Sasori looked at them as he turn to Urara.)
Sasori Saku: It seems the prodigal talents in Taiyo is exceeding him in math, science, social studies, ninjutsu and genjutsu. Could use a bit more training in taijutsu, but then again I didn't exceed much in hand to hand combat either. (Urara smiles at how proud Sasori is with Taiyo, but made a small smile upon seeing his face reading the reports on Pinocchio.)
Urara Tanaka: I'm guessing you're not as proud with Pinocchio as you are with Taiyo. (Sasori shook his head.)
Sasori Saku: Not at all. Pinocchio may have a naïveté in his personally, but deep down his heart is in the right place. I desire for him to exceed just as much as his brother, but if I push him in a harsh tone then he will assume that I am no better than the lowlifes he thought were his friends in his old village. (Urara frown but nodded in agreement. Urara had heard of the background of Pinocchio as a living puppet in a village at Italy until Sasori adopted and brought him to Arendelle with his brother and Sasori's puppet brother Taiyo.)
Urara Tanka: Somehow, I can relate to Pinocchio. I mean, I wasn't a living puppet, but I too was naïve when I thought my ex-fiancé wanted me out of love until Lord Hatobi revealed that he wanted me to be a part of a debt he pile himself into. (Urara sighed sadly at the reminder of her past, but managed to look back at the surprise Sasori, who was despising that ex-fiancé of herself.) What I'm basically saying is that while you want your sons to excel in life, it's not a bad thing to help them every now and then when they need it and spending time with them when it's available. (Before Sasori could reply back, he thought about it and realize that while he has house Pinocchio and Taiyo in his home, he barely spend time with them due to the fact that he constantly constructs new puppets. He remembered his childhood that he was ignored by his grandmother Chiyo after creating his first puppets in the image of his parents.)
Sasori Saku: Urara, I suppose you are right. If I want the best for them, I must attend to their assistances when they need it. I am the father and I must be there. (Urara nods with a smile, hay knowing that Sasori does care for his sons, despite his blank emotionless face.)
Urara Tanaka: I know you have a big responsibility in the Ninja Guard, but you shouldn't carry everything alone. You can rely on your friends and allies for help. Your sons could grow to become among the greatest of shinobi of talent and hard work if they know how much you love them. (Sasori gave a small smile as he looked into Urara's face, it was a pale one fill with purity and honesty. Urara raise a brow but didn't lose her smile.) What's with the smile, Lord Sasori? (Despite being asked, Sasori merely points out.)
Sasori Saku: Lord Hatobi was right about you. Not only are you a peerless beauty, but you are quite the intellectual woman I have ever met. (Enlighten by this, Urara merely giggled a bit as she tried to deny it.)
Urara Tanaka: Good sir, surely you jest. (Sasori kindly shook his head.)
Sasori Saku: Not at all, which is why I believe that I should attend the wedding six days from now, with... (Sasori blushes in embarrassment as this is his first attempt to ask someone on a date. However Sasori managed to find the courage and finishes it.) If it's all… alright with you. (While Sasori mentally patted himself on the back for asking a woman out, Urara was staring speechless with a blank and blushing face. Urara knew the consequence of asking a man she just met to go out since her ex-fiancée, but she fell different around Sasori. Still, Urara sighed lightly as she answered.)
Urara Tanaka: I don't know, Lord Sasori. While I am dedicated to my students and my village, I'm not sure if I should give romance a second chance. (Sasori hums joyfully as he place a palm on top of her hand. It was rare sight to see a smile on Sasori's face as today was one of them.)
Sasori Saku: It is alright. You have principles and a sense of honor. I like that. (Sasori brought out a gift wrapped box, then he got up from his seat.) In case you change your mind. Nevertheless, thank you for this fine conference, Miss Tanaka. (Sasori left the room. Curious to find out, Urara opened the gift and widen her eyes at the sight of a gold necklace with emeralds in the hourglass-shaped pendant and the Japanese kanji for Hope was inscribed. Urara's frown turn into a calm smile with joy in her heart.)
[Takenaka Manor, Honokagakure – Arendelle]
(Hatobi was bedridden in his home, which was a manor as it was Itachi and Elsa arriving for a visit. A servant came in as she announced.)
Takenaka Servant Woman: Lord Itachi and Queen Elsa have arrive at the doorstep, my lord. (Seemingly ill, Hatobi got up from bed, but felt that he anticipated this by sending Asami in his stead. Hatobi answered the servant.)
Hatobi Takenaka: Send them in. (Moments later, Itachi, Elsa and Ignis came in to check on Hatobi.) Your Majesty, and Lord Itachi. (Then Hatobi turn to see the stare of Ignis, reminding him of his presence. Hatobi chuckled lightly.) Oh! And little Ignis here. (Ignis barked happy as he jumped up to Hatobi's lap. While Itachi was glad at seeing this scene, nevertheless his mind was still wrapped up on the topic at hand.)
Itachi Uchiha: Hatobi, I must know. How did you get sick? (Hatobi looked blanked at this, but answered Itachi.)
Hatobi Takenaka: After the party, I felt like there was a stone in my chest. (After pointing at his chest, Hatobi spoke something in his mind.) My lord, I gonna know. Where did you get that engagement ring for Queen Elsa? (Even Elsa was curious to know where her fiancée got her engagement ring from.)
Itachi Uchiha: Azenia. (Itachi remembered of when he first entered the Japanese-like kingdom of Azenia, as it widen his eyes in surprise that Hatobi figure who he got the ring from.)
Hatobi Takenaka: My lord, do you know of Nagato Uzumaki? (Itachi nods as he answered.)
Itachi Uchiha: Of course. He and I are from the same Ninja World and he has command over ten clans, including the Uzumaki clan. Most of Azenia believed that its princess was cursed and the king locked her up for it. When in fact, he did to protect her out of love because she was gifted with the powers over fire and summer. (Elsa looked surprise at this, finding out that there is another like her.)
Elsa: Are you saying that the Princess of Azenia is like me? (Hatobi nods, much to the relief of the Snow Queen that she wasn't alone.)
Hatobi Takenaka: She was born with magic of summer and once she had heard of you, Your Majesty, I sent an envoy to give her an invite with that of Nagato. When he first arrived to that kingdom, there was a cloud of distrust and despair amongst the subjects. Rebellion was constantly erupted due to the fact that most serving their court knew of the Princess's magic and simply wanted to purge it. In one of them, they captured her and planned to burn her alive. Ha! Ironic, huh? (Itachi and Elsa chuckled awkwardly since the Princess of Azenia would be immune to burning.)
Itachi Uchiha: Still, before that would happen, Nagato came and with the power of his Rinnegan, he was able to crash those rebels and save the princess. Seeing a bit of himself in her, he petitioned the king and queen to train her to control her powers. (Elsa smiles at the caring and kind acts of Nagato Uzumaki, even she hasn't met him yet. However she did remembered Zefira, before her years of isolation, she met a confident Zefira saying that she will use her magic to further lead her country into greatness and stand up against conflict at kingdoms that would become her allies. If a ninja was involve of this, Elsa knew the rest of it by now.)
Elsa: If I would guess, I'd say that Princess Zefira fell in love with Nagato during the course of her training. (Hatobi nods, proving Elsa right as she made a smile on her face.)
Hatobi Takenaka: The king was pleased to hear that his daughter has full control of her powers and to show his gratitude and seeing the love between them, he married Princess Zefira to Nagato, thus making him a Prince of Azenia and allowing his shinobi to make a settlement thus… (Itachi realize what Hatobi pause to as he finishes it for him.)
Itachi Uchiha: Starting a shinobi village too! And yet… He hasn't attaint a title within the rank of Kage? (Hatobi shook his head in response of this. Hatobi explains.)
Hatobi Takenaka: It's not that he's afraid of accusations. It's just… Nagato believes that you should have the honor to be Hokage to show the world that a new era is coming. By becoming the Hokage of the Hidden Flame Village and of Arendelle, you can rally the other shinobi leaders and monarchs to your cause. Should Black Zetsu succeed in achieving his goal in gathering his thirteen vessels of darkness and resurrect Kaguya Otsutsuki, we must acquire allies and comrades to combat this threat. (Elsa and Itachi had to hand it to Hatobi, he did make a good point in that scenario. Even with their rising forces and training sessions of the new recruits in the Hidden Flame Village, from all over Arendelle, and the experienced shinobi of the clans and village, but they would not be enough to combat enemies from a worldwide scale or of the supernatural since most of them originated from their realms. Itachi turn to stare at Hatobi as a proud grin was made in his face.)
Itachi Uchiha: Hatobi, you aren't seriously ill, are you? (Hatobi turn his frown into a happy chuckle as he moved freely with full health, proving Itachi right.)
Hatobi Takenaka: Just as much as you aren't thinking of rejecting the Hokage title either. (All three of them laughed joyfully. Afterwards, Hatobi got up with Itachi as there was still something going on his head.)
Itachi Uchiha: I thank you for your honesty, my friend. However I have two concerns in my mind. Would you mind to hear them? (Hatobi shook his head, not minding at all.) My first concern is what will the world think of me should I become Hokage of the Hidden Flame Village and King of Arendelle. (Hatobi thought about it carefully as he was gonna answer, Elsa cuts in.)
Elsa: Itachi. Not every leader in the whole world will agree or seem approve of you being the leader of such power and authority, but as long as the people are prospering and growing, than what's to criticize at such accomplishments when you know what you're doing is right. (Itachi smiles proudly at the wisdom Elsa displayed with Hatobi nodding in agreement.)
Hatobi Takenaka: Listen to the Queen, my lord. She speaks with such wisdom despite her lack of years. Not that I'm trying offend or… (Elsa chuckle a bit as she raise a palm, not offended at all. Itachi was glad to have such an understanding woman in Elsa and loyal friend in Hatobi.)
Itachi Uchiha: Well, that's one concern down. My other concern is… those who advise me to become Hokage and marry into the throne are either veterans who fought alongside the Uchiha Clan or experience warriors that have fought alongside me and Elsa. But what about the ones who have serve Arendelle longer. (Hatobi and Elsa looked puzzled by this until they realize what Itachi meant.)
Elsa: You mean officials and officers like Joshua Blom and Markus Drage. (Itachi nods. Then Itachi explains.)
Itachi Uchiha: We must not forget about them, Elsa. Not at all, because this is yours and their homeland. When we shinobi came here, we founded this village on Arendelle soil and called it our homeland. (Hatobi looked at a side and realize what his future king and Hokage said was true and Elsa nods to her future husband's sense of honor and integrity.)
[Fornbál – Arendelle]
(Itachi and Elsa made it to the household of Joshua Blom, who and his wife Nina came out to welcome them. Joshua has known Elsa due to his friendship with the late King Agnarr and knew of her powers, thus he wasn't afraid of her. Itachi and Joshua kindly shook hands.)
Joshua Blom: Welcome, Your Majesty, Lord Itachi. Please accept my humblest welcome. (Joshua bows and as he slowly moved down to the ground, but Itachi stop it as he move him to stand.)
Itachi Uchiha: Lord Joshua, please. There's no need. Elsa and I came by as we have heard that in these parts of the capital of Fornbál, they have great tea from the herbal shrubs given to us in our trading ties with the Middle Kingdom known as China. (Joshua and Nina smiles, glad that Itachi had heard of the recent trades and relationship with the Middle Kingdom/China. Joshua turn to Elsa as he bows in respect to the daughter of his late King and best friend.)
Joshua Blom: Your Majesty, I'm honored that you're here as well. (Elsa bows in respect as well to Joshua.)
Elsa: Please, uncle. I've known about you since your friendship with my father. There's no need for formalities. (Joshua smiles glad at the sincerity and graceful nature of his surrogate niece. Then Joshua gestures to inside his house.)
Joshua Blom: Won't you two come in so that we may discuss this conversation indoors. (Later inside the house, Nina, blonde hair tied in bun, was serving tea to Elsa, Itachi and her husband Joshua. Despite how it's been weeks since the Great Thaw and some of the citizens were still wary of their queen, Nina wasn't frighten nor wary of Elsa. Itachi took a sip and slowly was taking his time in enjoying the moment.)
Itachi Uchiha: My, such great taste in this tea. I heard a tale in which tea can save the lives of others during times of drought. Can that be hard to believe since the ingredients are mainly hot water and tree leaves? (Joshua chuckled lightly. Elsa rubs the comforting Ignis' back as he was resting on her laps.)
Joshua Blom: You have such a way with words, my lord. However, you're not here simply for tea. (Itachi and Elsa looked at each other in surprise as Itachi turn back to Joshua.)
Itachi Uchiha: Indeed you are right, Joshua. I came here on your opinion before I make a decision that will occur for the future of Arendelle and its Hidden Flame Village. (Joshua looked serious as Itachi, who knew the reason behind it.) I take it you've heard from Hatobi on the village's decision regarding the title of Hokage. (Joshua calmly nods in agreement.)
Joshua Blom: Recently, I've heard of it since yesterday's court meeting as it cause a ruckus that divided the court in half; most are approval of you becoming Hokage and only a few are against it. (Joshua did one of the few things an official of his years and experiences has never done for a foreigner becoming the husband of his queen. Joshua bows down to Itachi, much to his and Elsa's surprise.) I implore your lordship, to take the position of First Hokage before you are married into the throne as king. By doing so you will help start the new era in the world and rally kingdoms like ours that are growing and adapting to these great changes. (Itachi stare for a few seconds until he help Joshua get up.)
Itachi Uchiha: Joshua, you flatter me. However, I have haven't been in Arendelle for less than a year and already you're accepting me as king. If you possess any fear of me at all, any at all then I… (Before Itachi could finish his sentence, Joshua shook his head and got up to stand.)
Joshua Blom: No! It's not that. I was already aware by King Agnarr that Queen Elsa was born with powers, but fear if anyone who didn't understood discovered those powers as well. Then they would've brought a calamity upon us, but you, Lord Itachi, manage to save us from certain doom. (Joshua turn to Elsa with no ill will nor fear in his eyes, but honesty and loyalty.) Elsa, you have done a great job as queen despite what happened at the coronation. Everyone deserves true love, and so do you. I'm not sure if it means anything, but you have my blessings for your marriage. (Surprised at first, nevertheless Elsa and Itachi smiles happy to know that this man is a true man of honor and acceptance alongside more like him in this kingdom and that they have his support in their marriage and ruling the kingdom. Elsa smiles calmly at this.)
Elsa: I thank you, Joshua. There was a part of me that wanted my father's blessing for when I were to get engage. However since his passing… (Elsa frowned, but then turn it into a smile as she continues.) But you, ever since my isolation, you have been like a second father to me. (Shock at this, Joshua shook his head in denial, feeling unworthy to be called a second father by the queen.)
Joshua Blom: No, Your Majesty, no, I don't deserve to be call that! (However, Elsa grabbed his wrists, and moved him to rise up on his feet.)
Elsa: Please, good sir. You wouldn't make us lose face on this. Not when I have something to reward you for enlightening my future husband on this. (After seeing that Elsa was serious, Joshua nods, accepting the praise and kind words. Itachi lose his emotionless face as a small smile appeared.)
Itachi Uchiha: It's true what my love said. Joshua, your words have enlighten me to become Hokage. (Itachi turn to him with his serious expression back on his face.) And as for your reward, you shall be appointed Prime Minister of the court. And furthermore, you, Royal Advisor Jiminy Cricket and Hatobi will be working together in the development and maintaining peace of the Hidden Flame Village and all of Arendelle. (Joshua smiles at the decision Itachi and Elsa has made and Nina was happy for her husband receiving such a promotion. Joshua bows in respect as he answered.)
Joshua Blom: As you command.
[Arendelle Castle, Fornbál – Arendelle] [June 27th 1995]
(Three days have passed since the encounter with Hatobi and Joshua, whom were made Chancellor of the Flame Council and Prime Minster of the Arendelle Royal Court. Training of the new recruits have been going well as they were now capable of using Chakra by a standard ninja level of chunin. At the gates of Arendelle Castle were Anna and Kristoff, having just returned home from their short, but meaningful honeymoon. They were greeted by Kai and a few maid welcoming the married couple.)
Kai: Your Majesties, welcome home. (Anna hugged Kai while Kristoff shook hands with him.) I take it you've enjoy your honeymoon. (Kristoff nodded while Anna looked around for Elsa but couldn't find her or anyone in town to be precise.)
Anna Bjorgman: Say, Kai. Where is everybody? (Before Kai could answer, Olaf came out as he make a big grin.)
Olaf: Anna! Kristoff! Sven! You're home! (Kristoff gave them a hug as he hugged around Sven's neck hyperactively.)
Kai: As I was saying, everyone including the Queen are at the Hidden Flame Village for the inauguration of the Hokage. (Anna smiles while Kristoff looked surprise by this. Even though Kai didn't told them who it was, Anna had a pretty good idea who it is that will become the Hokage, the Kage of the Hidden Flame Village and Arendelle.)
[Honokagakure – Arendelle]
(In the center of the Flame Village, was a towering building with the Japanese kanji for Fire. People from both the village and the capital came in ceremonial white coats, even the citizens of Arendelle were wearing them over their attires to show their acceptance of the future king who is currently on the roof of the building. Itachi, wearing white robes, a red kimono underneath, kneeling with his eyes closed. Next to his sides were Elsa, Joshua, Markus and another minister of the royal court to the left and Hatobi, Asami and the head of the Kohashi clan on the right. Elsa turn to see the newly arrived Anna and Kristoff, wearing their ceremonial robe, with Sven and Olaf. Nodding with a smile at her sister, Elsa turn her attention to her people, both ordinary and shinobi alike, as she roll forth a page from a scroll decree that she wrote down.)
Elsa: If I may have all of Arendelle and the Village Hidden within the Flames' attention. (Everyone didn't say a word as they were hearing their queen in action as she begins with the inauguration.) "It wasn't that long since the creation of the Hidden Flame Village and already we have accomplish great things through the collaboration of the citizens of Arendelle and the people of the Flame Village." "Though not all the residents and shinobi of the Flame were born of this land, they have chosen to be a part of the realm and desires to protect this kingdom as their own for the future of Arendelle and the next generation of ninja." "All of this would've not been possible without the arrival of the hero of Arendelle, Itachi Uchiha for showing me and the kingdom the meaning of courage, determination, honor, wisdom and above all, true love." (Itachi smiles with his face staring at the ground.) "While we can never repay him for all that he has done for the village and kingdom alike, we can follow his example by inheriting the Will of Fire and Hope of Snow into our hearts and souls." "But unlike our Viking or Shinobi ancestors who were once enemies in the past, we will strive and battle together for greatness, acceptance, and above all else, peace." "The road ahead of us will be filled with danger, challenges and hardships, but nevertheless… I truly believe in the potential of Arendelle and its shinobi and people as we head to a new era before us." "Which is why I am proud to proclaim Itachi Uchiha as the First Hokage of the Hidden Flame Village!" (Elsa put the red and white straw hat, with the same kanji for fire, on Itachi's head. Itachi raise his head as he got up from his spot as the audience cheer loudly with pride and joy. The Ninja Guard, Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, Sven, Mikoto and Kaede were smirking and smiling with pride and happiness for Itachi becoming the Hokage of the entire Hidden Flame Village. The audience raise a loudly cheers in rejoice of the First Hokage. Itachi, allowing his emotionless stare convert a small, but meaningful grin on his face, spoke.)
Itachi Uchiha: I hereby promise as the Hokage, that I will be fighting alongside you and standing my grounds for peace, honor and the people that resides in the village and kingdom alike. I shall uphold the promises I will make in future days to come and strive to make this village grow and achieve greatness! I swear it all on my name and title as the First Hokage! (Once more, the people were cheering loudly with pride and acceptance. The clans, people who migrated and originally of Arendelle, friends, comrades and family were among them who were proud to have Itachi as the First Hokage as the proclamation of the First Hokage has signalize the start of a new era.)
[Southern Isles] [June 28th 1995]
[Hans' Main Camp, Secret Caverns – Southern Isles]
(The following day on an island part of the Southern Isles, naval warships were being constructed by Southern Isles troops and constructions led by the disgraced and vengeful prince of the Southern Isles, Hans Westergaard. In his eyes were filled with humiliation, disgrace and worse of all… hatred. Following the weeks since his return to the Southern Isles, he faced ridicule from his countrymen and family alike. His eldest brother who is also king, was deeply ashamed of his brother's behavior and greedy ambition to take a throne that wasn't his to begin with. Furthermore, once he got word that not only did Itachi and Elsa got to begin the Hidden Flame Village, but they are engaged to be marry and Itachi have become the Hokage since yesterday. Hans clenched his fist in anger at the mention of Itachi. Next to him was a butler of his, who looked disapproval at his master and prince's desire for revenge.)
Hans' Butler: Sire, it doesn't have to be this way. You don't have to walk down this dark path by waging war on Arendelle. (Currently with a hard stare, Hans moved his eyes at his butler. Since the enduring punishment he had to face, Hans had his butler wait on him and help him in his time of need.)
Hans Westergaard: Don't you remember when I came back in chains. I lost! For the first time in our land's history, a member of the royal Westergaard family lost to gain a throne! I've been brutalize and yet spared just so that I can live in shame.
Hans' Butler: At least, you were given a chance to live once more. Most usurpers that failed would've been executed or beheaded at the spot, but you managed to luck out by the merciful nature of the Queen of Arendelle and the Hokage of the Hidden Flame Village. (Hans growls at the reminder of Elsa. He initially thought that he had victory within his grasp until she had her lover and allies coming to her aid. During the timespan of his punishment, slowly but fast Hans was breaking the Five Pronged Seal placed on him by Itachi through the vast growing power of darkness in his heart. Yellow eyes were returning in his irises as the butler saw this from seeing Hans form a darkness hand as he slowly crushed a boulder in front of him.)
Hans Westergaard: Just as I thought. My strength is returning, but it's nowhere near as powerful as his. Still, one must risk his life when satisfying their revenge.
Hans' Butler: Your revenge, sire? (The butler looked confused by this, while knowing fully well of his master's intention and thirst for revenge.)
Hans Westergaard: Don't tell you're surprise. (Hans turn as he made a glare fueled by hate and savagery as he shouted in rage with a tighten fist.) Of course, I'm talking about revenge! I won't be satisfy just conquering Arendelle until that vile Uchiha scoundrel pays for humiliating me in battle and taking a throne that was rightfully mine! He'll pay for what he did to me and he'll pay in blood! (Inside of Hans' heart was a dark desire for vengeance and one that will be his focus in life and a step toward his death in the future.)
[Ending]
