Fusion Clan Home: First Day of Academy, After Early Training…

Daichi walked into the white room across the hall from the master bedroom and prepared for his first day at the academy. In the past two weeks, he's been training hard and learning from those Ninjutsu scrolls. He doesn't have either Jutsu down just yet though.

The Fusion member changed and gathered his things. He had a new sheath with twin, training katanas and new weapon pouches. For now, the sheathe with his new, real swords was stowed away. He couldn't wear those around the village until he was a Genin.

He eventually walked down the stairs and to the front door only to spare one last look back. "Alright mom, today I take my first step in becoming a real Shinobi. Just watch. I'll have surpassed father and become S rank before you know it."

Konoha Academy

Daichi walked into his classroom and found one other person inside. A man of average height and build with brown hair kept in a ponytail, dark eyes, and a scar that runs across the bridge of his nose. His attire consists of the standard Konoha shinobi outfit.

The man noticed the Fusion member and smiled. "You must be Daichi Ryu. My name is Iruka, and I'm your teacher. If need my help, or have any questions, feel free to ask.

"Thank you, Iruka Sensei." Daichi rubbed the back of his head. "I'm sorry if I'm early."

"Not at all." Iruka grabbed his clipboard and checked his name. "This is a perfectly fine time to arrive." He set the board down. "Although, you are transferring to this academy, so you'll need to be introduced to the class before taking a seat."

Daichi nodded. "Okay, can I sit against the wall and study some of my scrolls?"

Iruka smiled. "That would be fine."

Some Time Later…

Daichi had brought his latest Ninjutsu scrolls to class since you never knew when you'd get the chance to study. Naturally, the other students eventually entered the room. Daichi listened to the whispers, but he didn't pay much attention beyond that.

Well, there were two students who caught his attention. The first was an Uchiha who he'd later learn was Sasuke Uchiha. He had black eyes and hair. His attire consisted of a navy blue, short-sleeved shirt with a high collar, white shorts, and arm warmers.

The Uchiha crest was visible on the back of his shirt. The reason Daichi noticed him was because the Uchiha was observing him. The second student seemed to pay him little mind other than acknowledging he's there. Daichi would later learn this was Naruto Uzumaki.

He had blond, spiky hair, blue eyes, and three whisker markings on each cheek. He was also rather short and had green goggles on his forehead. His attire consisted of an orange and blue jump suit with a red Uzumaki crest on the back.

After it seemed like the room was almost full, two girls came running in drawing everyone's attention because they were loud and very much like the fan girls Daichi's mother warned him of. He'd later learn they were Sasuke's fan girls. Sakura Haruno and Ino Yamanaka.

Sakura had fair skin, green eyes, long pink hair, and a large forehead. Her attire consisted of a red qipao dress with short sleeves, tight dark green bike shorts with a shuriken holster around her right thigh, blue sandals, and a red ribbon worn as a headband.

Ino had fair skin, light blue eyes, and long platinum blonde hair worn in a ponytail. Her outfit consists of a purple, high-collared blouse, matching apron skirt, bandages on her abdomen and legs, and hoop-earrings. Both were trying to get the Uchiha's attention.

"Sasuke, can I sit by you today?" The pink haired girl asked trying to look cute.

The blond angrily said, "Shut up Sakura! Sasuke wants me to sit next to him besides your big forehead won't fit."

"You definitely won't fit Ino-pig!" Sakura shot back.

Sasuke, without even looking at them, said, "Leave me be."

Iruka decided to speak up, "Alright everyone, find a seat. You have a new classmate and a full day of learning ahead of you." The two girls walked to their seats while glaring at each other. "Daichi, please stand next to me."

Daichi had already put his scrolls away and came to stand beside Sensei who put a hand on his back. "Class, this is Daichi Ryu of the Fusion Clan. He was born here in Konoha and had been living outside the village until recently."

Daichi bowed. "It's nice to meet you."

Iruka nodded. "You may sit anywhere you like."

Daichi looked at all the available seats and ultimately decided to sit with the kid in orange. Iruka took note of this but said nothing. The rest of the class was a different story. This got almost all of them, except for the Uchiha, talking.

Naruto briefly stared at him before looking out the window. Daichi just had to take note of how much like the fourth Hokage he looked. His mother had told him the story of the Nine Tail's attack. Could it be possible that Minato and Kushina's child survived? His mother hadn't said.

Break

Daichi decided he needed to start looking for friends somewhere, so he turned to Naruto with a genuine smile. "Hello, my name is Daichi Ryu."

Naruto was taken aback since only so many people really smiled at him. This fact didn't go unnoticed by the class.

Naruto quickly recovered and smiled back. "The names Naruto Uzumaki and someday I'll be Hokage, believe it!"

"So, he has a dream he's working towards as well." Daichi happily nodded. "I look forward to the day that your dream becomes a reality."

Naruto was shocked because most people made fun of him or put him down for wanting to be Hokage. "What's your dream?"

"Oh, I want to become stronger than my father was. To even come close to that, I must become an S rank Shinobi. I also hope to someday see the Fusion Clan begin to grow." Daichi chuckled. "Honestly, I hope it'll flourish, but that seems a little farfetched at this point."

Iruka entered the classroom once more silencing all discussion as class got underway.

Lunch

The first half of class was done, and it was time for lunch. Most of the class had already gone outside to eat.

Naruto was about to leave until Daichi stopped him. "Hey Naruto, how about we eat lunch together?"

Naruto was weary. It's not like he never ate with other students before, but that had stopped around last year. Ultimately, the blond Shinobi decided he would give Daichi a chance since he was new.

"Sure." Naruto stated.

The Academy Yard

Naruto brought the two of them to the fence near a swing tied to a tree. They sat against that fence, and Daichi took out his food. He was about to eat when he noticed that Naruto hadn't pulled anything out.

"Hey, didn't you bring anything?" Daichi asked.

Naruto smiled. "I'm not hungry."

His stomach growled contradicting that statement. Daichi wasn't all that hungry in the first place so he held his boxed lunch towards Naruto who looked at him.

He gave Naruto a warm smile. "Here, you're hungrier than I am so eat this. By the way, if you refuse, I'll throw it away."

Naruto was surprised at the kindness Daichi was showing him. Not many people ever showed him any kindness like this except Iruka, the Hokage, Teuchi, and Ayame.

Naruto took the box and happily exclaimed. "Thank you!"

He dug in and found the lunch to be very tasty.

After a bit, Daichi got the feeling they were being watched, so the Fusion member looked at a bush nearby. "Whomever is watching us should come out."

Naruto looked at Daichi like he was crazy until he heard a yelp. Another girl Daichi recognized from class popped out of a bush. She had the featureless white eyes of the Hyuga clan, like Neji, and short hime-cut blue hair.

Her attire consisted of a cream-colored jacket with fur located around the cuffs and hem. Along with this she wore navy blue pants. The girl was nervous which was unlike the usual Hyuga demeanor Daichi heard about.

"I-I'm s-sorry." The girl apologized.

Daichi waved it off and gave her a warm smile. "You have nothing to apologize for. Why don't you join us for lunch?"

"Eat lunch, with Naruto." Hinata thought while blushing.

Daichi was currently excluded from her mind for the moment.

Naruto was genuinely for this. "You seem nice…" He tried to rack his brain around her name because he was certain he'd heard it before. "…Hinata, right?"

"He remembered my name." Hinata sat down and nodded. "That's right." She looked at Daichi remembering he was there. "Oh, I'm H-Hinata Hyuga. Thank you for the offer."

"She's definitely doesn't seem like a fan girl." Daichi nodded. "No problem. You seem nice Hinata. I know you likely heard it when Sensei said it, but my name is Daichi Ryu."

So, Hinata was currently living out one of her biggest dream as she sat beside Naruto but not to close. She knew by now what her limits where and in no way wanted to ruin this by passing out. Didn't stop that fact that she blushed crimson red.

Streets of Konoha: After Class…

Daichi and Naruto walked out of the academy together. The Fusion Clan member was nervous since he was attempting to make a friend. His first friend.

"Naruto, would you like to train or hang out?" Daichi asked.

Naruto looked at Daichi. "Why are you being so nice to me?"

Daichi was confused but decided to assure him by telling the truth. "I want to be your friend."

Naruto was in disbelief. "You want to be my friend?"

"Yeah. You seem like a good person." Daichi shrugged. "I enjoyed eating lunch with you and Hinata well enough."

Naruto smiled as he believed this sounded genuine, "Alright let do some training together."

They were just about to walk off when Hinata had worked up the courage to approach them. "C-Can I j-join you?".

Naruto smiled feeling good about things. "Sure thing! Right Daichi"

Daichi nodded. "Sparing should be fun with more people."

That day, the three of them formed a friendship and spared a few hours until Hinata had to go home. Not wanting to overdue thing on the first day, Daichi and Naruto also went their separate ways. Both were happy to have made new friends.

Fusion Clan Home's Backyard: Two Week Later, Early Morning…

Daichi did the appropriate hand signs. "Wind Style: Tornado Fist!"

Wind formed around Daichi's fist, and he used it to punch a log knocking it into the fence.

The Fusion member then jumped and spun while weaving more hand signs. "Water Style: Water Bullet Jutsu!"

He blew water out his mouth at the log soaking it as he hit the ground.

There, he charged lighting to his right hand. "Lightning Style: Lightning Beast Tracking Fang."

A wolf of lightning charged at the soaked log and conducted through the water cracking the wood apart.

Daichi smiled. "Alright! I got those new jutsus down, and a three-Jutsu combo to go with them. I'll just have to practice my hand signs and speed." He looked at the trees. "Speaking of training, today we start Taijutsu at the academy."

He ran at the trees and began practicing his Taijutsu. He wanted to make sure he had a little warm up. It would be important to give a good showing of his skills. Staying in the last year class depended on his grades after all.

Streets of Konoha, Later…

Daichi was soon joined by Naruto. "Hey Daichi!"

"Hey Naruto." Daichi turned to his friend with a subdued but equally as happy tone. "Ready for Taijutsu class?"

"You bet." Naruto punched his left palm. "That Teme won't know what hit him. I'll wipe that smug look off his face and impress Sakura."

"First, we've only been training together for two weeks." Daichi patted his friend's back. "Afraid to say that's not enough to wipe the floor with him. Especially since you've challenged him to impromptu fights during these two weeks and haven't beat him.

I mean let's face it, your Taijutsu sucks." After hearing he learned it from instructors that weren't Iruka, he was a little furious. "Secondly, I still don't get what you see in Sakura. That girl is the literal personification of a banshee."

Naruto visibly deflated. "Come on, you're supposed to be on my side here."

Daichi chuckled. "Yeah, I've come to the realization that I don't want my friends getting themselves killed because I completely supported them. Better to be a realist at times. Hey, I'll still be cheering on you on."

Hinata had joined them. "I-I think you can beat Sasuke, Naruto."

Naruto perked up. "At least someone thinks I can do it."

Daichi shrugged. "I'm not saying it's impossible."

Academy

Classes proceeded normally until it was time for Taijutsu class. Everyone in Iruka's class filed outside and moved to a nice, wide area.

Iruka spoke up. "Alright, it's time to pick up with your Taijutsu; however, many of you may have gotten stronger between the end of last year and now. That is why we will be sparing to determine your current levels. Daichi Ryu, you are first. Who would like to be his opponent?"

Shortly after Daichi joined their class, Sasuke had heard rumors about him defeating a Genin. This made The Uchiha particularly interested in fighting him. At the same time, he wasn't about to seek out a match. That's why this was the perfect opportunity.

Sasuke stood up before anyone else could. "I'll take him on."

As Daichi had come to expect, the fan girls cheered for Sasuke as he came to face the Fusion member.

Daichi nodded. "Let's have a good match."

Sasuke merely grunted. "Let's just get started already."

"Begin!" Iruka exclaimed.

Sasuke and Daichi started with a punch. Their first collided before they jumped back. The Uchiha charged forward and launched a series of quick punches that Daichi as they came. He was studying Sasuke. Trying to find an opening.

Eventually, he saw his chance landing a strong punch to Sasuke's gut before following it up with a powerful kick to the side sending Sasuke reeling. Daichi then swept his leg across the ground and held his hands up curling his fingers into his palm.

The Fusion Clan member then sprinted at Sasuke. "Lion Claw Strike!"

He laid into Sasuke with a flurry of strikes in multiple places that the Uchiha blocked until Daichi rotated his right hand before placing it atop his left and going for a hard strike to the gut which knocked Sasuke away.

The fan girls, Ino and Sakura among them, yelled. "Leave Sasuke alone!"

"They seriously think I'm doing anything wrong?" Daichi sighed. "They're even worse than my mother said."

Sasuke had recovered and stared Daichi down before charging in once more. He used punches and kicks. Admittedly, Daichi was out of techniques, so he started mirroring Sasuke. Everyone of Sasuke's moves was met with the exact same move from Daichi.

The two of them were just going at it in a spectacular display for final year students. Daichi was impressed with Sasuke. Especially when the Uchiha broke the stalemate by sweeping his legs followed by an axe kick to the gut.

Daichi had been slammed into the ground, but he was not done yet. The Fusion Clan member got back to their feet before continuing the fight. It eventually ended up back in the stalemate with neither of them really getting the edge over on the other.

Iruka was impressed that Daichi could keep up with Sasuke, but he eventually had to make a call. "Alright you two, that's enough. I'm declaring this a tie. Sasuke, great skills as always. Daichi, you were taught well."

Sasuke stuck his hands in his pockets and moved to sit away from the other students. "Daichi Ryu… he's interesting."

Daichi was about to join the others until the fan girls began challenging him. Clearly, they wanted to avenge Sasuke. Most probably thought taking down the guy who could tie with Sasuke was a great way to get the Uchiha to notice them.

"ladies, he just finished…." Iruka began.

"Sensei, let me take them all on." Daichi spoke up. "Just give me the use of my training blades and this will be over in a minute."

Everyone, even the fan girls, were shocked.

Iruka rubbed his chin. "I don't know…"

"Come on Sensei. Either way this fight will wrap up soon, so it shouldn't take too much time out of the schedule." Daichi pleaded.

Iruka relented. "Very well. I guess it'll be good to get a gauge on your Kenjutsu sooner rather than later." He looked at the girls. "I will step in if you go to far."

Daichi drew his wooden training swords before facing the group of 8 girls. Hinata sat out because she wasn't one of Sasuke's fan girls. Iruka was uncertain if he should let this go on, but he resolved to step in if things went too far.

"Begin." Iruka declared.

The fan girls ran at Daichi, but their speed was deplorable. Their Taijutsu skills were even worse. Daichi was easily able to dodge them. He even blocked a couple of strikes to see if they could salvage this with strength. Nope, they could not.

Ino and Sakura were at least faster and stronger than the other girls. Whatever that was worth. Really, this just made the guy appreciate Hinata more. She was just stronger, faster, and had better Taijutsu than these girls.

Eventually, Daichi spoke up. "if you all spent more time training rather than trying to get Sasuke's attention, this fight wouldn't be going better for you. At this point, you should surrender. If you don't, I'll start fighting back."

Ino angrily asked, "Do you think yourself better than Sasuke."

"I didn't say that, and I never think I'm better than anyone." Daichi replied. "Thinking yourself better just means you're better than no one." Kakashi was walking by fence and gave a proud eye smile before walking on as the academy student sighed. "I tried to be a gentleman."

He blitzed through every fan girl hitting them multiple time before ending it with a strike to the gut. None of the girls were safe and none of them could avoid him. Once all the girls fell, he sheathed his blades only for Sakura to get back up panting.

"Hm, she got back up?" Daichi thought mildly surprised.

Sakura charged at him punching wildly.

Daichi proceeded to block each attempt with ease. "Come on, don't make me hit you harder than I already have. Just surrender."

"I'm not taking your insults to Sasuke lying down." Sakura declared.

Daichi sighed before getting an idea. He dodged the next punch by sliding to the right sending Sakura sailing right past him. He then made the motion for a chop to the back of her neck. If he had followed through, it'd knock her out.

Iruka saw this and spoke up as Sakura wheeled around. "Daichi wins."

Sakura turned to him. "I'm not done yet."

"You are." Iruka stated. "Daichi was in a position to knock you unconscious. Considering no one else has gotten up, the girls lose."

Sakura angrily glared at Daichi but made no move to attack him.

"The girls did want this." Iruka addressed his students. "We'll be taking a break for now. Those of you who can move, may go to the front yard. Daichi and Sasuke have more than proven themselves, so when we come back, we'll start with a fresh match."

Unfortunately, these actions would only make the fan girls annoying in a different way for Daichi, but he would handle it when it came. While they would be bothersome, they'd at least never challenge him again… Outside of Sakura.

Streets of Konoha, After School…

Daichi was walking away from the academy with Hinata and Naruto when Sakura of all people stopped them.

Naruto happily declared. "Sakura…"

Sakura angrily looked his way. "Save it Naruto. I'm not in the mood to deal with you." She pointed at Daichi. "I'm here for a rematch with him. You still have to pay for what you did to Sasuke."

Daichi raised an eyebrow "For fairy fighting a Taijutsu match which ended in a tie?" He sighed. "Be honest, you're here because you believe beating me, even though you can't, will make Sasuke notice you." He noticed she was about to deny it. "If you give me the truth, I'll accept."

Sakura grit her teeth. "You're right."

"Good." Daichi stepped forward. "Let's make this quick."

Hinata spoke up concerned for her fellow Kunochi. "Sakura, I-I don't think you want to do this."

Sakura faced Daichi. "I'm certain I do."

Daichi moved far faster than Sakura could react and chopped her neck sending her to the ground.

"Cheap move." Sakura declared.

Daichi looked at Sakura. "Huh, that was supposed to be hard enough to knock out a Kunochi."

She jumped to her feet and punched at Daichi who easily avoided her while checking through his various pouches. He eventually pulled out some wire before kicking Sakura in the stomach sending her to the ground. The Fusion member then moved fast binding her legs and arms.

"Hey, stop it!" Sakura declared. "What are you doing?"

Daichi finally stood. "You can't fight, so I win."

He then untied he and Naruto moved to help Sakura up.

She refused his help, got to her feet, and glared gaggers at Daichi. "This isn't over."

Daichi put his hands in his pockets and walked off. "Yes, it is."

Sakura yelled out in frustration to the sky before running off. Naruto and Hinata caught up with Daichi. Naruto had not liked seeing Sakura tied up, but he recognized she was the one to start the fight.

Still, he looked at Daichi. "Couldn't you have let her off a little easier than that?"

"Naruto, everyone knows you like Sakura, but she's in this academy to become a Shinobi. Even knowing that fact, I clearly didn't go all. Still, enemy Shinobi aren't going to be kind. She'll need to realize that or she's in the wrong line of work."

Hinata decided to shift topics. "Y-You did a good job. Both of you i-in your matches today."

"You two weren't bad yourselves." Daichi contemplated something. Even though Naruto did lose." He turned to them. "You know what, how about we all go to Ichiraku Ramen, my treat."

Naruto immediately perked up. "Alright, let's go!"

"T-Thank you Daichi." Hinata said

Sasuke had watched everything unfold before heading home to train.

Streets of Konoha, 1 Month Later…

Daichi was walking around the village. It was a nice, warm day, and he was enjoying every second of it. Then a man with the eyes of a Hyuga, a Chunin vest, and black hair approached him.

"Daichi Ryu, I've come to invite you to the Hyuga compound for lunch." The Hyuga stated with the usual, formal demeanor almost every Hyuga had.

Daichi knew this was coming sooner or later. His mother had told him many stories concerning the Hyuga Clan. She could only say positive things about so few members. The rest, especially the Hyuga Council, wanted his Bloodline Limit for their clan.

"Who issued the invitation?" Daichi questioned.

"The elders. Though Lord Hiashi will be there." The Hyuga stated.

"Lead the way." Daichi smirked. "I already know exactly what I'm going to say to those elders."

Hyuga Main Household

Daichi entered the dining room where he saw Hiashi sitting at the head of the table. He seemed uncomfortable if only slightly as Hyuga were expected to always act a certain way around other people.An old woman with the clothing of the Hyuga and gray hair stood up.

"Thank you for gracing us with your presence Daichi Ryu. We welcome…" The elder began.

Daichi interrupted her. "You actually waited some time before pulling me in. Considering the stories, I've heard about you, I'd have thought you'd strike while my emotions were weak." He crossed his arms. "Don't think for a second, I'm weak minded because I'm young.

My mother prepared me to not only be a Shinobi, but a respectable clan head. So, I'm not here to eat nor will the Hyuga Clan get their hands on my Bloodline Limit. I will not abandon the dream my grandfather and father had before me.

The Fusion Clan is here to stay. Even if I fall in love with a Hyuga." He then turned his attention to Hiashi. "Lord Hiashi, you were a close friend of my father, so I'd like to have tea with you. Especially since we are both clan heads."

Hiashi stood and nodded. "That sounds nice."

Without paying the elders any mind, the two clan heads left.

Hyuga Compound Tea House

Daichi and Hiashi now sat at a table with tea and pastries.

"I'm sorry for the actions of the elders. I was planning on telling you, but I've been uncertain when would be the right time. I must say you handled the situation just like your father would have." Hiashi stated.

"Thank you, Lord Hiashi. It means a lot that you would say that." Daichi stated sincerely.

"You don't have to call me Lord Hiashi. Just Hiashi is fine." Hiashi informed.

"Right Hiashi." Daichi stated.

Hiashi drank from his tea. "Let us move on from the council." He set his cup down. "I hear you have made friends with my daughter and Naruto Uzumaki. How do you find their company?"

Daichi smiled. "They're great friends, and I've enjoyed hanging out with them."

Hiashi nodded. "That's good to hear. What of this Sakura Haruno and Sasuke Uchiha?"

"Sasuke is the rival I'm grateful to have while Sakura is the rival I want to leave me alone. She challenges me to a fight almost every day for hurting 'her Sasuke'." He looked at Hiashi. "If you don't mind my asking, why would you ask about Sakura? I mean, I get Sasuke, but her?"

Hiashi waved it off. "It's no problem. I'm simply curious because word is starting to spread. Rumors that she's got a durability Bloodline. The first of its kind since her parents are both Shinobi without a bloodline to speak of.

"I have to assume it's a rumor that reached the Hyuga Council." Daichi stated as he finished off his tea.

Hiashi sighed. "That is the case, yes. I should have any such rumors put to bed soon though. Last thing anyone needs is to be hounded by the council."

"Agreed." Daichi stood. "Anyways, it's getting late, so I should go."

"Understandable." Hiashi stated. "Feel free to stop by any time. You'll always be welcome here and we can have more tea. It'd also be a nice distraction from clan affairs."

Daichi nodded. "I'll come by when I can."

Daichi walked home quite happy with himself. He didn't doubt the council would try some other way to get him in their clan, but he was confident he could handle them.

Streets of Konoha: Four Months Later…

Daichi had bought some books to read and was heading home when someone who looked familiar ran up to him. It was Lee only he'd changed quite a bit. He still had those busy eyes brows, but now his black hair was in a bowl cut.

His attire consists of a green jumpsuit, orange leg warmers, and a red forehead protector worn as a belt. Bandages were wrapped around his forearms up to his fingers. He looked so much like Guy that he wondered if Lee was his long-lost son.

"I finally found you my eternal rival." Lee declared.

Daichi sweat dropped. "What's this about us being rivals?"

"That is right Daichi Ryu. I have declared you are my eternal rival. We shall challenge each other to see which of us will become the best ninja." Lee stated. "To start this rivalry, we will play rock paper scissors."

Daichi decided to go with it.

They both shook their fist. "Rock. Paper. Scissors."

Daichi picked rock while Lee picked scissors.

"Alright, you take the first win, but our rivalry is only beginning." Lee ran off. "I will be back to challenge you again in the future."

Daichi sighed. "Oh man, this is just like what happened between Guy and Kakashi. I mean, I know I enjoy competition, but I'm already getting challenged by Sakura every other day. I'll have to think of a way to limit my competitions with Lee." He got it. "Guy and Kakashi! That's it!"

Outside the Fusion Clan Home, 2 Weeks Later…

Daichi was on his way to meet Naruto for ramen when Lee appeared before him.

"My eternal rival. I may have lost our first match, but I will win this one. First one to the front gates of Konoha wins." Lee declared.

Daichi did his best to look bored and walked past Lee. "Did you say something Lee?"

Lee exclaimed, "My rival is cool just like Guy Sensei's rival!"

At least Daichi now knew he could pull it off if he didn't feel like competing. "Very well, I suppose I can partake in one race.

"We will have our race! Excellent!" Lee exclaimed getting into a runner's position.

Daichi just stood next to him.

In unison they both exclaimed, "Go!"

They took off running to the gate as Kakashi had observed, from atop a roof, with another proud eye smile.