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First day of school is always the worst
Typically when a child is eight years old they enter their village's ninja academy. Of course if that child's birthday falls after the beginning of the school year then you will on occasion get a seven year old student. Naruto was one of these students, his birthday falling in October. However if you were a genius then you'd generally be entered whenever it was decided that you were ready to join the ninja world, as was such for certain ninja in the village of Konoha in the past.
"Look there's that thing"
"I can't believe the hokage actually let that thing into the academy"
"Worse than that his son and daughter-in-law let it live with them."
"Lady Sarutobi? Surely not."
"Oh how scandalous letting a monster into their home like that, who knows what havoc it gets up to."
"You're not to go near that thing; you understand its trouble do you understand?"
"I don't want you anywhere near it either"
The parents tugged their children away from Naruto spewing all sorts of evil truths about him.
Naruto stood isolated from the group of families visibly flinching each time a snide comment was made at him. He was thankful that Konohamaru was ill and that their mother was tending to him rather than being here, he doubted he'd be able to hide his disappointment from them. Looking around he saw the teachers were every now and then smirking at him with a menacing twinkle in their eyes.
Sighing he made his way into the classroom hoping his time would get better before the end of the day.
Sitting high up in the back Naruto observed as the class filled with students until finally their teacher arrived. He noticed that many of the prominent clans' heirs would be attending the academy this year. he noticed the Uchiha heir Sasuke, his blue black hair hanging over both sides of his face to roughly frame his cheeks like many other members of his clan. This of course brought in a lot of the girls.
One a pretty pink haired girl with green eyes and a blue kimono followed by a short haired platinum blonde with blue eyes wearing a purple t-shirt with a flower on and blue shorts from the colour of her hair it was obvious she was a Yamanaka. Next was the wild boy Kiba with messy brown hair sharp black eyes with vertical slit like pupils and the distinct red fang marking of the Inuzuka clan on his cheeks. He wore a beige sweater with grey shorts and a puppy in his arms. A brown haired husky boy with swirl marks on his cheeks entered and sat down. Choji Akimichi.
Then more and more children entered before a dark blue haired girl with fair skin. Hinata Hyuuga, her hair was in a hime cut style with chin-length strands framing her face and white eyes, with a tinge of lavender. She was wearing a pale coloured kimono. The Aburame heir was next he had dark bushy brown hair, pale skin and seemed quite tall. He was wearing dark sun glasses a grey jacket with a high upturned collar and dark trousers. The Nara heir his hair tied in a pony tail then spiked in the usual manner as he made his way towards the back where Naruto was sitting.
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The teacher began by introducing himself to the class and explaining that he would be moving the class into a seating plan so that he and they could learn their names, before moving onto the curriculum for the day which was geography.
"Okay so who can tell me the names of the five great nations, Naruto how about you?" he said pointing to his blonde haired student.
"Kumo, Iwa, Suna, Kiri and Kohona"
"What are their Kage's called?"
"The land of lightening has a Raikage, the land of water has the Mizukage, the land of the earth has the Tsuchikage, the land of wind has the Kazekage and the land of fire has the Hokage"
The teacher was seething, body shuddering in anger; he'd been hoping to catch the monster out 'well if you're so smart it wouldn't hurt if you were not in the class then would it' thought the teacher.
"Think you're so smart do you little monster get out of my classroom!" he screeched, pointing out of the class.
"Don't move from that spot!" the door slammed shut leaving Naruto spluttering in the corridor, wondering what he'd done wrong.
Walking down the corridor a tanned brunet chunin with a scar across his nose humming a tune came across a solitary figure standing on tiptoes and peering through the window of the door leading to classroom 1C.
"Sent out already that's a record I believe" he smirked
Naruto jumped at the sudden comment and lowered his head to hide behind his bangs.
"Sorry Sensei"
"First day of school is always the worst" he offered wisely
"yeah" Naruto agreed
"Try to make sure it isn't a regular occurrence" he said watching the child nod, before moving off down the corridor.
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"GET OUT!" the teacher turned pointing out the door. The blonde child turned on his heels and left the room he had just that moment ago entered. The door slammed shut behind Naruto, with a sigh he slid down the wall till he was seated on the ground with his knees pulled up to his chest.
Walking down the corridor the chunin instructor Iruka Umino was on his way to class, when he came across a familiar figure at outside classroom 1C. Stopping beside the hunched figure he began rubbing his scar in agitation.
"Naruto" The hunched figure looked up from his position on the floor.
"Oh, Hi Sensei"
"Every time I walk past here," he motioned around the corridor "I see you in this same spot. So tell me what is it that gets you sent out all the time?" Naruto glanced up from beneath his bangs revealing hard staring eyes and a resigned look before returning to his original position. Eyes widening Iruka backed away before continuing down the corridor to his classroom.
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"Okay class today we'll be performing the Transformation Technique" scanning round the teacher smirked when picking out his favourite student to torment "Naruto why don't you start us off".
Slowly Naruto rose from his seat and made his way down the stairs to the front of the classroom, glancing briefly at the teacher before turning back to the class. He took a deep breath and moving his hands fluidly through the hand signs gathered his chakra and with a poof of smoke became...
...an exact replica of the teacher he was stood next to.
The silence that shrouded the class was tangible
'He performed it first time' was the one unanimous thought running through everybody's head
"What is he?"
"Some sort of genius"
"Or a monster?"
"Naruto..." The teacher gritted through his teeth
"...Yeah..." Naruto with a poof of smoke had returned to his original form and flinchingly looked towards his teacher.
"...Get Out!" he strained through his still gritted teeth while pointing out the door.
"Why?" Naruto demanded
"Excuse me" the teacher replied in shock
"Why? I did exactly what you asked?" Naruto queried in anger "In fact I always do exactly what you ask every time you ask me to and still get sent out every single time by you"
The class watching in awe were stunned the one they had out casted was back chatting the teacher no wonder their parents warned them of him.
'He's right actually' some students were thinking
"HOW DARE YOU SPEAK TO A SUPERIOUR IN THAT WAY! YOU HAVE NO RIGHT! NO RESPECT! YOU WILL RESPECT ME IN THIS CLASSROOM OR YOU'LL FIND YOUR SELF ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THAT DOOR MORE OFTEN! DO I MAKE MYSELF CLEAR! GET OUT! "He took a breath before continuing in a voice that only Naruto could hear, "as long as I'm your teacher you'll never do anything right, you filthy little Monster?"
Naruto rushed out of the classroom before the door slammed shut on him; sinking to the ground he pulled his knees up to his face and buried his head in his knees. Tears streaked down his face and his body shook with his silent cry's.
"Naruto?" Iruka questioned
Naruto continued to shake as he let out his emotions.
"Naruto what's wrong please talk to me" Iruka questioned worriedly. He knelt down to Naruto's level and reached out to touch Naruto's shoulder when the child started talking.
"It doesn't matter anyway sensei" Naruto replied talking into his knees with tears running down his face and off his chin.
"Would you like to come in my class? I'll even have a word with your teacher stating that each time he sends you out to send you to me how does that sound?" Naruto's shoulders shrugged as he buried his head further into his knees.
Iruka stood up to his full height adjusted his chunin vest then running his hand through his hair took a deep breath and knocked on Naruto's classroom door. He waited patiently for the come in before entering, as he entered he was greeted by the sight of the learning to perform the henge one by one they came up to the front of the classroom and tried to transform into the shape of their teacher with many amusing results.
The student at the moment situated at the front of the class was a young boy with brown hair that was hidden behind a peaked hat; he had brown eyes and was wearing a white shirt and black trousers. He put his hands together slowly running through the hand signs required and gathered the wrong amount of chakra and with a poof of smoke became a rather deranged version of the teacher stood at the front of the class.
"Nice try" the teacher encouraged the brown haired student before turning to Iruka "Iruka sensei what can I do for you?"
" Every time you send Naruto out would it not be better to send him to me instead" seeing the inquisitive look on his fellow member's of staff's face he continued "it would keep him out of your hair now wouldn't it especially if he becomes more than troublesome."
"Sure thing sensei it will allow me to teach my other students correctly without any mishaps along the way. He's all yours".
"Thank you Sensei" Iruka said as he retreated out the door. When it clicked shut behind him he exhaled the breath he'd been holding turning to look at Naruto he found him in the same position.
"Naruto from now on whenever you're sent out you are to come to my classroom understand?" Iruka said kindly watching for Naruto's nod which he soon caught he proceeded to walk down the hall "come on Naruto" he called back.
Glancing over his shoulder he found the blonde boy was indeed following him without making a noise which is quite a feat for a seven year old in his opinion. Just as his classroom door came into sight Iruka spoke over his shoulder.
"Naruto transform into me"
Naruto hesitated before running through the hands signs and gathering his chakra with a poof of smoke Iruka turned round to find an exact replica of himself staring at the floor with a disheartened look on his face.
"Naruto that's brilliant why didn't you do that in class?"
"I did" he replied allowing the technique to end and opening the door to class room 5A.
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"Hey Cat" Naruto called with hands in his pockets head downcast walking along the path
"Yeah Naruto" Cat answered mask tilted slightly; he knew something was bothering his young friend and that it had to do with the academy but what he didn't know.
"Is there something wrong with me?"
"Now why would you say that?" Cat enquired
"I'm just having problems performing at school is all" Naruto lied
"Just because you can't perform at school, doesn't mean there's something wrong with you" Cat soothed. "Do you want to go through things together?" Seeing Naruto's shrugging shoulders he pressed on. "You don't have to be embarrassed to ask me for help you know that right?" Seeing Naruto nod he continued "I'll always be there for you if you need me". He places a hand on Naruto's shoulder. "How about I treat you to something, maybe lunch? Ramen?" he slyly enquired seeing Naruto's face light up, he continued in the direction of the hokage tower.
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Naruto sent out again this time through no fault of his own, damn Hibachi with his lazy eyes and beanie hat, damn bully. Sighing he made his way to classroom 5A; this was never a pleasant experience the children in this class had an open hostility towards him, what with them being in their third year of the academy.
Entering the classroom Naruto took a seat next to Kenta as it was a place he could easily escape notice. Kenta was a broad child which meant he'd be quite strong and big when he grew up. Naruto was handed the work his age mates were working on as Iruka continued his lecture to the current class.
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"Imi Sensei can you do me a massive favour. The Hokage's called me up on my paperwork apparently I haven't been doing it anyway could you perhaps teach my class" Iruka bowed his head to his fellow teacher
"I have my own class to teacher Iruka" Imi sensei spat
"Could you not combine the two classes my class could use going over the basics again. Please I don't want to get into any more trouble with the hokage"
"Fine but if I do this, you have to take that filthy little Monster out of my class permanently."
"Fine, fine thanks Imi" Iruka ran off down the hallway, he needed to inform his class that they would be with class 1C today and that he should be back tomorrow. He created a clone and sent it tell his class while he went to classroom 1C he had to find out exactly what got Naruto sent to his class every day. He performed a jutsu that allowed him to hide in the classroom thankful that he had seen Naruto with the cat masked anbu the other day and had been able to ask about this jutsu.
Waiting patiently he was surprised to see that Naruto had entered the room.
On entering the room Naruto knew there was someone in the room, he even knew that they were located to the left of the blackboard, for what reason he didn't know, eyeing the spot curiously, he decided it would be best to wait and see what would happen. He made his way to his allocated seat; he lifted his desk top to find that someone had stashed yesterday's worksheets and notes into his desk. Smirking he started to copy the notes and fill in the worksheet. When he was finished he placed yesterday's work back in the desk and his copied version in his pocket. Just as he did that the classroom door opened and the rest of his class filed in followed by Imi Sensei.
"Today class we will be joined by another class as their sensei has been called up by the hokage" as Imi sensei finished talking there was a knock at the door which opened to reveal class 5A. Naruto's eyes widened when Iruka's class had walked in, even more so when they were all asked to shuffle along to make room for the other class.
"So this is only for today, and seeing as I've still got my class to teach you'll be running over the basics with us today" Sensei smirked. "History first, who can tell me about our Hokages? Starting with the first?" scanning the room know one was willing to raise their hand "Who was the first hokage? Kiba?"
"He was the one who founded the village and took on the title of hokage" the wild haired boy smugly announced.
"And his name?" the teacher prompted. A pink haired girls hand flew up
"He was Senju, umm Hashirama Senju I think"
"Good, the second?"
"The first's brother!" was shouted out
"And" the teacher prompted "Uzumaki!"
"Tobirama Senju. Brother to the first Hokage. He established the academy, the ANBU, the Chunin exams and the Konoha Military Police force which he gave to the Uchiha as a sign of trust. He was the teacher of Hiruzen Sarutobi, Homura Mitokado, and Koharu Utatane now known as the Third and his two advisors. He died in battle in the first great shinobi war."
"Sasuke, the third"
"The Third is our currently residing Hokage. He trained the legendary Sanin, is known as both the professor and god of all shinobi. He passed on the title on, only to have to resume the role after the death of his successor" the Uchiha reported from behind his hands.
"Very good Sasuke, now the fourth Uzumaki"
"The fourth was the third's successor. Trained by Jiraiya of the Sanin, he trained Obito Uchiha, Kakashi Hatake and Rin. During the third great shinobi war was when he gained his nickname the yellow flash and a flee on sight order in the bingo book." taking a breath "He defeated the nine tailed demon at the cost of his own life." Naruto lowered his head at this.
"Aren't you a little smart arse today, trying to make the others sound like idiots, unfortunately I can't send you out today" the teacher sneered. "Well its target practice next so head out to the training stumps on section two of the academy grounds that should be enough room for all of us to practice"
The combined classes filed out to the six training stumps located on section two of the academy grounds the two classes split into their classes. There were many mutterings coming from both groups one discussion why they were there the other about the way one student was singled out. Speaking of which where was he?
"Alright class I want you each to split yourselves into six groups then when that's done each group will join with a group from a different class" the teacher appeared in a cloud of smoke. Looking around Iruka's class spotted their blonde haired foster student at the back of his class.
"Right today we are going to be learning about throwing kunai" Imi Sensei exclaimed as he moved so that he was facing a training post. He showed the children how to hold the kunai correctly and the correct way to throw it while suggesting that Iruka's class help with his class.
Naruto threw the kunai at the targets hitting the bulls eye each time "wrong hand Uzumaki" Imi Sensei said after recovering from his shock at seeing a seven year old hit all the targets perfectly and with his left hand too.
Frowning Naruto changed hands and proceeded to miss the targets which put him about level with some of his civilian peers.
"Dobe" Sasuke Uchiha said as he threw his kunai at the targets hitting most of the targets close to and one hitting the bull's eye. The girls all cooed while he smirked. "Told you dobe you can't beat an Uchiha especially if you're a no name orphan" he grunted at Naruto.
"Naruto do you want a hand? I don't mind helping you practice" A purple haired girl asked "I'm Ume Kita from Iruka's class" seeing Naruto nod she moved so that she was next to him and started by showing him how to release the kunai.
Kunai practice was followed by Tai jutsu practice this was split into two sections the first was building up their stamina and speed while the second was to get them started on their patterns. The children were started on laps the first to drop out was from Naruto's class the pineapple haired Shikamaru Nara along with the always eating Choji Akimichi, followed by most of the girls until the only ones left from Naruto's class were Sasuke, Naruto and the wild haired dog love Kiba and his puppy Akamaru, all keeping pace with Iruka's class who were in their third year of the academy.
Ume dropped back so she was running beside Naruto; slyly she grabbed his hand and pulled him up to her original position running with Kenta. Kenta turned back to see Ume with Naruto in hand and tapped the boy running alongside him turning and running backwards steadily Kenta decided to introduce himself properly.
"I'm Kenta Maki and this is Riku Hayashi" he pointed to himself then the mousy haired kid running next to him. "We're Ume's friends, stick with us and you'll be fine." Kenta replied cockily. They continued to run in a group Kiba and Akamaru dropped out after a few more laps followed by a few of the girls and a few more of the boys from Iruka's class. Sasuke scowling at the group surrounding Naruto doesn't understand what they see in a dobe.
Naruto was starting to lag found that he was suddenly dragged found by Kenta and Riku who had grabbed his hands pulling him forward with them. Sasuke was winded but still running he glowered at the damn blonde 'How dare he, try to prove his worth against an Uchiha' he sped up again catching Naruto up and pulling him down so that they were both on the ground heaving for breath. The group where disgruntled when Naruto was forcefully retired but continued running.
"HOW DARE YOU TAKE OUT SASUKE JUST AS HE WAS CATCHING THOSE THRID YEARS" The girls of the class screamed at Naruto "IF IT WEREN'T FOR THEM YOU'D PROBABLY HAVE BEEN OUT AGES AGO, DOBE" they pointed to the group of kids who had helped Naruto keep pace. Ume dropped out on the next round with most of the boys and girls that were left, meaning that just Kenta and Riku were remaining.
"Ready to kick it up a notch?" Kenta goaded Riku
"You bet" Riku replied putting on a burst of speed allowing a cloud of dust to kick up and leave Kenta standing still, shaking his heading Kenta raced after him. The raced for four more laps before Kenta collapsed Riku jogged back over to his fallen comrade and stooping down threw Kenta's arm over his shoulder and supported his weight as they walked back over to the stunned class.
"You never could keep up with me but why insist on taking it up a notch?"
"Maybe he does it to push you more than it is to keep up with you. Yeah he's gaining stamina but he's pushing you to excel too." Naruto said while Ume helped Kenta to drink some water. Riku and Ume looked at Naruto in shock they'd never thought of it that way before. Jumping up from his stupor Kenta smiled and turning to look at his friends saw their shocked faces.
"What I always do this" he said "come on its patterns next and I'm brilliant at those" he smiled charging off to where the gathering students were. Riku and Ume just looked at each shrugged and pulled Naruto with them after their friend.
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They met up with the rest of the class, as Imi sensei was instructing the students on the tai justu pattern that he wanted them to run through. Recognising it quickly as the first year taijustu pattern the quartet began to go through the paces. Naruto slowed his movements down and concentrated on the next move. He stuck his tongue out as he moved and it wasn't until he heard laughing that he realised everyone was watching him. Finishing his current position he stopped when he heard their jeers.
"he can't even get the simple things"
"What a freak"
"Dobe"
"The monster can't even get the simple steps right"
Most of Naruto's class jeered, while Iruka's class stood dumb founded. There was no way he could have gotten the pattern that badly wrong especially on his own. Naruto flinched at every comment made. His head bowed in embarrassment.
Making his way to the classroom with the rest of the class the jeers and whispers still making appearances, moving to his seat he kept his head bowed as they awaited the final bell of the day.
As the classroom emptied of both teacher and students a figure emerged from the shadows, releasing the jutsu Iruka moved to the window and looked out at Naruto as he sat on the swing hanging from the tree in the grounds.
'so that's what happens to him, I just hope my class realise that he's treated unfairly too.' He thought seeing Naruto staring up at him from the swing, before Naruto moved to take Lady Sarutobi's and the honourable grandson's hands and left the premises.
'he knew I was there the entire time! I'll have to take more of an interest in Naruto's study I think' he concluded.
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The next day Iruka's class were getting anxious Naruto still had yet to make an appearance in their classroom, after the events yesterday they realised that Naruto was treated so poorly by his class. Iruka too was getting worried; it was strange for Naruto not to be chucked out of his class. A students hand shot up in the air.
"sensei shouldn't Naruto be here by now" she asked causing the rest of the class to murmur in agreement.
"couldn't one of us go check?" Kenta asked.
"five more minutes" Iruka replied looking at Naruto's empty seat worriedly.
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Walking along the corridor Iruka looked through the doorways hoping to catch a glimpse of familiar blonde hair. Stopping at classroom 5A he turned seeing Imi sensei sat at his desk he looked in the room and found no Naruto but a rather sleepy looking child and a wild haired child with red clan markings on his cheeks still sat at their desks. Looking back round at Imi sensei Iruka scratched the scar running across his nose nervously.
"Sensei where's Naruto today? He hasn't been sent to my room yet?"
"I haven't seen Naruto all day" Imi smiled. Pulling his head back round the door frame Iruka moved away from the classroom continuing his search.
"Sensei" a voice called. Turning Iruka found that he was face to face with the last child from earlier
"He arrived just before you came looking. Try the roof." He suggested trying towards the playground obviously to enjoy what was left of his break time. Turning to the entrance to the roof he made his way up the stairwell. Opening the door he saw his wayward student, sat with his feet dangling over the edge and his body tucked safely behind the railing. Sighing in relief Iruka rushed over to him.
"Naruto. What are you doing up here. I was getting worried when you didn't enter the classroom." Iruka stated
"sorry sensei, I've just been running a bit late today is all. I'll be down after the break"
"you okay Naruto?"
"fine" he said as the bell rang standing and walking back into the building.
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Entering the classroom Naruto was shocked when the class surged forward.
"we were worried about you"
"why weren't you here earlier?"
"We took notes for you."
"we're sorry about yesterday. Your class treat you really badly. We were shocked and appalled."
"if you need any help we're here".
"I think they like you Naruto" Iruka whispered as he walked in behind Naruto. "take your seats everyone, he's here now, we're all happy he's here, we've got to study now."
Moving to his seat he sat down only to have several papers passed to him. Skimming through them he placed them into his desk. Turning to the person he was sharing the desk with, she smiled.
"You don't have to hide in here Naruto, just relax. They won't do anything to you Kenta, Ume and Riku won't tolerate it. You've got some great friends there Naruto." She said before turning back to the board and taking down the notes displayed.
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