Konoha, 1 Year Before Naruto's Birth…
A young Shinobi with spiky silver hair oriented to his left-side, dark gray eyes, and vertical scar over the right eye bolted awake revealing a Sharingan, red eye with three tome, in that very eye. He's just woken up from a terrible nightmare that plagued him.
Every night it repeated. The young man got up and walked into the bathroom where he splashed water on his face. He then got dressed in a black T-shirt with white stripes, additional sleeves over his arms, metal arm protectors, leather straps around his back and chest, and dark pants.
To finish, he put on a mask obscuring the lower half of his face and metal forehead protector, identifying him as a Konoha Shinobi, skewed over his right eye hiding the Sharingan. The Uchiha were not fans of him having it and constantly revealing it drained his Chakra.
Now that he was dressed, he couldn't help but stare at a picture of him and his team. He was naturally in the photo, but a squad typically consisted of three Genin and a Jonin Sensei. The him in the photo stood to the far right with his arms crossed.
In the middle there was a young girl of average height. She had straight brown hair, which was cut in a chin-length bob that framed her face, brown eyes, and a rectangular, purple marking on either side of her cheeks.
Her attire consisted of a light purple, long-sleeved top, and a light purple apron-skirt under which she wore black shorts. Underneath she wore chain-mail armor, and calf-length sandals. The standard Konoha forehead protector was displayed proudly on her forehead.
To the far right there was a young man with black eyes and short, spiky, black hair. His attire consists of a long-sleeved blue shirt and jacket with an orange collar. The silver haired young man could vividly recall the Uchiha clan crest on the back of that jacket.
Besides that, this black-haired young man wore a white belt, shinobi sandals, the standard Konoha dark blue forehead protector, and a pair of goggles with orange lenses connected to ear protectors. Finally, their Sensei, the Fourth Hokage, stood behind them.
He has azure blue eyes and spiky, yellow-blond hair with bangs framing either side of his face. His attire consists of a standard Konoha uniform with two bands on both of his sleeves, a green flak jacket, blue forehead protector, and blue sandals.
The young man reached out a hand to the photo only to suddenly see blood on his hands where there was none. The silver haired young man ran to the kitchen and washed his hands vigorously as tears began to form in his eyes.
"It won't wash off!" The young man declared.
It was at this moment that he heard a knocking at his door. This snapped him out of it as his hands were only covered in water. He splashed his eyes before wiping them and his hands. He then answered the door.
There he was met with a tall man who was toned from years of duty as a Shinobi. He had long, dark blue hair, which was always in a ponytail, and golden eyes. A katana was sheathed at his side. On his finger he had a dark blue ring with a golden sun imprinted on it.
His attire consisted of a sleeveless blue shirt and pants with golden trim. On the back of that shirt there was the golden sun. Much like the Uchiha crest, this crest identified the man as a Clan member. Not just any clan member, but the head, and one of two members, of the Fusion Clan.
The man was smiling. "Hey Kakashi, you got some time to talk?"
Kakashi was surprised to see him, but he was great at hiding his emotions in public. "Hagane Ryu, sir." He nodded. "It is good to see you. I do have the time." He stepped aside. "Come on in, and I'll make some tea."
Hagane chuckled. "None of this sir nonsense. You and I know each other well enough. If Minato didn't already consider you a son, then I would." He walked in. "As it stands, you can just call me Hagane."
Kakashi simply nodded. "Right, Hagane."
Some Time Later…
Kakashi made tea and soon the two of them were sitting across from one another at his kitchen table. Those that didn't know Kakashi's status, might find it odd he was talking with such an important man. Even if everyone in the village didn't know who he was, Kakashi wouldn't care.
"Kakashi, I'm going to cut right to the chase. The Fusion Clan is about to get another member because Mara is currently pregnant." Hagane stated with a smile.
"That's nice." Kakashi was confused as to why he was being informed about this, but he nodded none the less. "Congratulations. I assume you've already told Minato Sensei, Kushina, and Hiashi."
"Nope. You're actually the first we decided to tell." Hagane chuckled. "The reason being that Mara and I talked it over. We've decided to name you as our child's godfather.
Kakashi was shocked and could not hide it. "Hagane, I'm not fit to be a godfather. I mean surely Kazamae or Hiashi would be better suited? What about Minato Sensei? He's your best friend."
"Kazamae Sensei would be an appropriate choice if he weren't a wanderer doing missions and tracking down information for the village. If he became my child's godfather, he'd simply take them out of the village. Hiashi would be another good choice if it weren't for the Hyuga Council.
The moment I made Hiashi his godfather, they'd find some way to dispose of me. Then they'd raise my child as breeding stock to improve the Hyuga line. Minato and Kushina would be excellent choices, but they have intentions of starting a family themselves.
I know they would love them; however, I do not wish to burden Minato and Kushina with this. I know you have no intention of tying the knot, so my child would get the chance to know you well before anything happened."
"Surely there has to be someone else you could ask?" Kakashi tried.
"After Sensei, my teammate, and my best friend, you're the best option. Come on Kakashi, my child will need someone strong to keep an eye on them. Please say you'll do it?" Hagane asked sincerely.
Kakashi looked down. "I suppose, when you put it that way, I can't refuse."
"Thanks, Kakashi. I know I can count on you." Hagane stood up. "Now, I have to go and break the news to other people." Kakashi took the empty cups and placed them in the sink. "I know this will good for you."
Kakashi turned to ask him what he meant by that, but Hagane was already gone.
"A godfather? Me?" Kakashi looked at the photo of Rin and Obito. "I already said I'd do it, but I wonder how you two would react?" He shook his head. "Rin would be so happy and likely insist on helping. Obito would be both jealous and happy."
He shook his head and decided to shove these thoughts out of his head.
Konoha Hospital, 9 Months Later…
Kakashi sat in the waiting room with Kushina Uzumaki and Minato Namikaze. The current Hokage looked the same as his picture except for one noticeable difference added to his outfit. A short-sleeved, long white haori closed in the front by a thin, orange rope.
His wife, Kushina, was currently very pregnant, yet she had insisted on being at the hospital to see her friend give birth. Because of Minato wanting to do the same, they had to act like they weren't wife and husband.
This way, they could keep their unborn child and Kushina safe. After all, a pregnant Jinchuriki/Uzumaki was a prime target for any village seeking power. This did not stop Minato from worrying despite his best attempts not to. Kushina was annoyed by this.
Kushina herself was a beautiful woman with and slender but feminine build, fair skin, violet eyes, and the common Uzumaki red hair which reached her waist. Her attire consists of a high-collared, sleeveless blouse under a long, loose-fitting dress.
Things were silent in the waiting room as the three figures, while Kakashi not as much as Minato and Kushina, were well known figures in the village. As such, no one was going to bother them until they had news on the Fusion or Uchiha Clan births.
At that moment, the last of the four that would be admitted into this waiting room was another important figure. Hiashi Hyuga of the Hyuga Clan. He has long, black hair and featureless white eyes like all members of his clan. His attire was a traditional, loose fitting robe.
He looked at the three of them concerned. "I'm not late, right? I would have been here sooner, but my council was not having it."
"You're fine Hiashi." Minato smiled. "We haven't heard anything yet."
Kushina was impatient. "I swear, these Medical Shinobi better ensure Mara, Mikoto, and their sons are all healthy after this. If not, I'll show them why I'm the Red-Hot Habanero of Konoha."
Minato attempted to calm his wife. "It'll be okay Kushina. I ensured both Mara and Mikoto had only the best care for them and their children."
Kushina crossed her arms. "Not really the best. Apparently, Tsunade thought this matter to unimportant to return. Gambling old hag."
Hiashi decided to talk with Kakashi. "So, how are you feeling Kakashi? Nervous to meet your godson?"
Kakashi had honestly thought Hiashi and Minato would be angry over Hagane's choice. When he found out the clan head wasn't, he wasn't sure what to feel. Now, he both wanted to keep away from this child and be close to him.
Being close just didn't make sense because there was that constant fear he'd get him killed just like Obito and eventually Rin. Honestly, he wasn't sure why Sensei still associated with him, but Sensei did which Kakashi was grateful for.
With his more common, bored expression, Kakashi replied. "I'm doing fine."
At that moment, a nurse approached the group causing them to look at her. "Mara Ryu has given birth to a healthy, baby boy."
Mara's Hospital Room
Kakashi stood in the hall as Hiashi, Minato, and Kushina surrounded the bed.
Hagane wasn't about to let that stand. "Kakashi." The other's parted to reveal Hagane. "Come on up here and meet your godson."
Kakashi Hatake walked past Hiashi and Minato to come to the right side of the hospital bed. The mother, Mara Ryu, was a beautiful Kunochi originally from Nadeshiko Village. She had short, purple hair and kind, forest green eyes. She wore a hospital gown.
The baby in her arms had his mother's eyes, and the beginnings of a full head of dark blue hair like his father. He was wrapped in a blue and gold baby blanket with the sun crest of the Fusion Clan imprinted on it. The baby looked at Kakashi and laughed at him.
Mara smiled. "Look Kakashi, he likes you already."
Kakashi looked at the baby and gently rubbed a hand on his tummy causing the baby to make happy noises. Despite everything he had been through, Kakashi found himself smiling under his mask which just looked like an eye smile.
Hagane gently grabbed Daichi and held him out to the teen. "Here, you should get the chance to hold him before anyone else."
At that moment, a nurse entered the room. "Ms. Uzumaki, Mikoto Uchiha has given birth to a healthy baby boy."
Kushina nodded to Mara. "Congratulations on your birth Mara."
"Thank you Kushina." Mara smiled. "Now, go see Mikoto's baby."
Kushina smiled and left with Minato following as Kakashi gently took the baby in his arms.
Hiashi walked up to Hagane and put a hand on his shoulder. "I've looked at his Chakra network. Kenshi's Chakra is active, but there's no problems. When he's strong enough, he should easily be able to use the Fusion Clone Jutsu." He nodded. "What did you name him?"
Hagane smiled. "We named him Daichi, after dad's old friend back in the Land of Iron."
Hiashi nodded once more. "If your dad's old stories of his time as a Samurai are to be believed, then that name may just be perfect for your son."
Kakashi had listened to the older Shinobi while looking at Daichi who seemed to find him very funny. He just would not stop laughing and giggling. Eventually, the baby yawned, having tired himself out, and fell asleep.
Fusion Clan Home, Naruto's Birth Night…
Hagane stood in his son's room on the second floor staring out at Konoha. The room itself was painted blue and gold with their clan's crest painted above the dark blue crib where Daichi currently slept. There were also various toys around the room.
Daichi may be too young for them, but that wouldn't always be the case. Despite the peaceful night, Hagane was beyond himself with worry. Mara opened the door and walked in to stand beside her husband.
She grabbed his arm in comfort and spoke quietly as not to wake their son. "Worried about Minato and Kushina?"
"How can I not be?" Hagane sighed. "I know we need as limited people there as possible, but…"
Mara nodded. "I understand. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't worried either. I wish we could both be there for them." She smiled at him. "The only thing we can do is believe they'll be okay."
Hagane closed his eyes, but he immediately opened them. "This feeling…"
Mara felt it to, but she'd never felt something like this before. "What is this?"
Suddenly, on the other side of the village, a huge summoning took please. The nine Tailed Fox, now free from its host, appeared, and it began wreaking havoc on the village.
"Mara, take Daichi to the Hokage Monument now." Hagane stated.
"Hagane, you can't seriously be about to confront that thing." Mara stated shocked. "You're not as connected to Kenshi as your grandfather was."
"I know I may not be strong enough." Hagane opened the window. "Mara, just get to safety with Daichi." He brought her in for a kiss. "I love you and Daichi."
With that, Hagane jumped out the window and ran along the roof tops heading straight for the Nine Tails.
Mara watched him leave before hearing Daichi cry causing her to pick him up. "It's okay. Mommy's here, and your daddy's going to beat that mean old fox." She jumped out the window heading towards the monument "In the meantime, I'll keep you safe my little Shinobi."
Sight of the Nine Tail's Attack
Older Shinobi were dying as they attempted to combat the fox and protect the fleeing civilians. The younger Shinobi were helping citizens to safety as they too ran. The young were the future, and it was the older generations job to protect them.
This was the scene Hagane came upon. He took a deep breath before drawing on the Chakra within. He was completely enveloped by white Chakra. His dark blue hair became white, his current clothing changed to become white robes, and he glowed white.
He drew his blade, which radiated the same white Chakra, and lunged at the Nine Tails as it had gone onto charge a Biju Bomb while looking at the Hokage monument. Hagane hit that fox with every ounce of strength he had.
Fortunately, the fox wasn't focused on him. As a result, Hagane sent the Nine Tail tumbling out of the village destroying the wall. At least it was no longer threatening the village. He just had to get out there and keep it that way.
Hagane landed on a roof and the Shinobi around this Jonin looked to him. "The strongest Ninjutsu users need to back me up. The rest of you, focus on getting the young and our civilians to shelter. We also need to find our Hokage. If he's not here, he's in trouble."
Hagane was not the Hokage, but everyone knew how close he was to Minato. As such, no one argued with his orders. When he ran through the hole he made, several Ninjutsu specialist followed him while the other shinobi went about helping the injured and civilians.
"Hagane, I'm with you, but what's your plan." A voice asked from within his head.
"Kenshi, I've never been to connect with, so we can't beat the fox; however, we're the only ones, on hand, who come close. My hope is that Minato and Kushina are still alive because they can seal it." Hagane stated.
"If they can't?" Kenshi asked.
"Then the Third Hokage can." Hagane thought with certainty. "We just need to hold the Nine Tailed Fox here until one of those three can get to our location."
Despite his thoughts, Kenshi was aware of his friend's true emotions. Worry, anger, and sadness were prominent. Beneath that, Hagane did feel genuine Hope. Hope that this would all turn out alright in the end. Beyond that, there was acceptance of the worse possible outcome.
They were coming upon the Fox who was now paying full attention to them. "Alright, I'll keep all four gates open my old friend. For as long as you need them."
The fox attacked Hagane who held his sword up catching the paw. He was able to block the blow, but the fox was far too large. Far too strong. It pushed Hagane across the ground tearing the landscape.
Once the Fox pulled back, Hagane jumped onto its paw. He began running up it while slicing and slashing into the Tailed Beast. By this point, Ninjutsu Specialist had gotten into position and were bombarding this beat with fire and lighting Jutsu.
The fox was barely affected and was more concerned with the pest running around it's body. It was annoying. The Nine Tails began trashing about wildly in every direction destroying landscape as it attempted to deal with Hagane.
Eventually, it smashed into the ground hard enough that the powered Shinobi was sent straight into the ground. Hagane jumped up only to be forced to block as the Fox smashed into him with its paw. Hagane just wasn't strong enough.
He was pushed into the ground creating a small crater. Despite this, Hagane was still alive. He was bleeding from his forehead, but still alive. He was trapped with his blade being the only thing that prevented him from dying. As things stood, he wasn't getting out himself.
It took every ounce of strength just to hold the paw at bay. With Hagane subdued, the Nine Tails had charged a Biju Bomb and fired it at the still Ninjutsu Specialist killing. With that distraction gone, it focused on Hagane. The pressure it exerted slowly began to crack the blade.
"This is it old friend. I know it'll take Daichi years to ever speak with you, but please look after him. Help him when he needs it most. Please, look after my son." Hagane pleaded.
"I always intended to old friend. I'll do my best to aid him in any way possible and ensure he lives a full life." Kenshi stated before fading from his mind.
Kenshi closed his eyes as he knew Kenshi had officially entered Daichi. "Thank you, old friend. Mara, I'm sorry I must leave you, but I know Daichi will be in good hands with you. You'll teach him what he needs. Because of you, he will become an excellent Clan Head.
Daichi, I loved you from the moment I first saw you. I know, you'll grow to be a stronger Ninja than I or your grandfather. Hiashi continue the good fight my friend. One day, the Hyuga Clan will be that vison you shared with me." The blade was close to shattering.
"Minato and Kushina, I hope you're still alive. Kakashi, I know you'll do what's right. Even if it's not immediate, you'll be the role model my son needs." The blade shattered, and the paw came down on him. "Farewell, Leaf Village…"
On that night, many shinobi would tragically lose their lives. Among them were Hagane Ryu eventually followed by Minato Namikaze and Kushina Uzumaki who lost their lives sealing the Nine Tails within their son, Naruto Uzumaki.
Gate of Konoha: 11 Months Later…
Kakashi arrived at the gate to find Mara holding a now one-year old Daichi in her arms.
Kakashi, in a flat tone, asked, "You're really taking him out of the village?"
Mara nodded with a sad smile as she looked at the Hokage Monument. "I am. The Hidden Leaf Village has been in turmoil, but now it's back on its feet. With that comes danger for Daichi. With Hagane gone, problems arise in the village, so I must take him somewhere secure.
Kakashi put his hands in his pocket and looked at Daichi who smiled at him. "Kash! Kash! Kash!"
Kash was all Daichi could say in his baby speak, but Kakashi knew by now that Daichi was referring to him.
Kakashi sighed and put his hand on the one year old before looking at Mara. "Take care of yourself and Daichi."
"You don't have to worry about him Kakashi." Mara nodded. "I'll ensure Daichi grows up to be a strong boy and set him on the path to be a great Shinobi. By the time the final year of the academy rolls around, we'll be back. The Fusion Clan isn't dead yet."
With that, she ran out of the village with Daichi and a backpack. Kakashi stuck his hands in his pockets and walked back into Konoha without saying a word. He soon found himself before Minato's grave for some time.
Eventually, someone familiar to him, Danzo Shimura, approached. He had black, shaggy hair and an x-shaped scar on his chin. His attire consists of a white shirt with a dark grey robe over top covering from his feet to just over his right shoulder.