Fawn Prologue:

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Summary: Basically, Kakashi and Fem!Harry get betrothed for Reasons and this changes things. (This was written two years ago, and rewritten at least three times. I'm not even clear on the original plot anymore.)

This is up for adoption if you want it.

Have a great day, W

-prologue-

Hiruzen Sarutobi considered himself a suitable Hokage. He had a tactician's mind, a robust body and a large brain. Also, he had been the sensei of the (in)famous Sannin, nicknamed The Professor.

There was not a lot that managed to escape this powerful man. So, he stared down at the open file in front of him, while considering how he wanted to go about this. The Council did not leave their Hokage a whole lot of breathing room to work with, so much was very clear to the village leader.

However, Hatake needed to be taken off active ANBU-duty or he would not return to the village by the end of the year. The still young Jōnin had proven himself very competent in the field, although very reckless with his own life.

Hiruzen sighed, rubbing his temples to stave off an incoming headache. He knew they would not like his solution for the two main problems on his desk. It would not end pretty - for him, at least. She knew too many prankster tricks by far, much to everyone else's consternation. Well, all those who she felt had crossed her wrongly.

The last time he had fallen into this category, she had managed to force him to turn into a canary every five minutes for an hour. Asuma had laughed himself silly over the fact.

Young Naruto seemed quite taken with her, already emulating the vindictive pranking she had invented to perfection.

Hiruzen called one of his guards over. "Bring me Hatake and Black. I need to speak with them as soon as possible," he ordered sharply.

This conversation was not going to end well, he just knew.

Why had the Yondaime died? Would he have been here, right now, Hiruzen wouldn't have to deal with this crap in his supposed retirement.

Hatake and Black both managed to be in his office within five minutes.

Black had obviously been working outside again, judging by the grass stains on her clothing. Kami only knew who had taught that woman about their typical clothing. She looked like a man, all kitted up in the usual Jōnin-uniform with the green flak vest and blue overall. The men's uniform... Although other kunoichi wore the same uniform at times, she took to masterfully hiding her body underneath it.

Hiruzen knew for a fact that this temperamental spitfire could rival the most beautiful women in the Damyo's court if only she so desired...

Hatake almost towered over her with his six foot two inches frame (measured without the hair). This young man looked even more handsome underneath his masks than his father used to. Must have been his mother's influence.

Pulling himself together, the Third looked at the two ninja. "I have called you here today, because we have several problems. First of all, Hatake-san, you're off the active roaster until your psych eval improves. Instead you will be receiving a genin team."

Hiruzen was proud to say that the silver-haired Jōnin decided against arguing. Apparently, his strict voice still managed to reign in his more rambunctious subordinates.

"Unfortunately, there is more. Black-san, the council has decided to use the end of your mourning period to find a suitable husband for you. They argue that you are too volatile to rely completely on in a crisis because, due to your place of birth, your loyalty to Konoha is questioned," the Third continued flatly.

As expected, the raven-haired spitfire stiffened with rage, power leaking out of her in her frustration and anger. "Maybe their loyalty should be questioned. Assholes," the specialized kunoichi muttered low enough so the Hokage could pretend deafness.

"Who would they marry me off to? Some sycophant that's after my gift?" Black asked more audibly, bitterness adding a sharp edge to her voice. "I will not allow any child of mine to be used for experiments or trained as simple tools without their own emotions."

Hiruzen shivered slightly. This young woman resembled a mother bear perfectly. She was territorial, protective, and attacked at the slightest hint of malicious activity towards those she considered as one of her precious people. She would give her life to protect and nurture any children.

"The Elders chose three different Chūnin, all not suitable for you, Black-san. Their social standing is precarious at best, even in the shinobi part of the village," Hiruzen admitted, although he kept the names to himself. He really didn't need the paperwork that came with a killing spree, thank you very much.

"Therefore, I managed to haggle a bit on your behalf. Unfortunately, you still have to marry someone or face a trial for treason of the village, but now you can choose a better man. Your lineage only allows you to choose an unmarried clan heir or head who will need to be strong in case your enemies find you here. Especially if you should be in confinement at the time."

It dawned on both of his shinobi at the same time what Hiruzen had really called them in for. In any other situation their expressions would have been absolutely hilarious.
Hatake seemed frozen in disbelief and rage, while Black stared at the Third as if he had sprouted another head.

"We don't have much of a choice, do we?" she asked quietly.

The resigned note in her tone cut straight through his heart. "No, unfortunately not."

"When-?" Hatake chocked out, speaking for the first time since greeting the Hokage.

"Your time runs out at midnight. The council will no doubt be furious to learn of your marriage, but they will have to resign themselves to their fate as soon as your union is consummated. If you want to have a ceremony, we can plan that later on."

Then, the Third pulled out a piece of paper which read 'Marriage Certificate' on the top. He helpfully pointed out where they had to sign before filing it away.

It was better this way, for both of them, the Hokage thought.

"Congratulations. Now, Hatake-san, your wife will need to brief you in a timely fashion about her origins. Sayonara!"

With that they were dismissed.