Hi this is my first fanfic ever so any constructive criticism is welcome. Also, this idea is not mine, but was inspired by a fanfiction of the same name whose creator has tragically passed away, So I decided to try to do my version of this but with inspirations from his story. But first 5 chapters will all be bacekle the same as the original creators.
Disclaimer: engleski nije moj maternji jezik tako da se izvinjavam ako nršto pogrešno napiše. Also i dont hown Naruto
Chapter 4 Banishment and the Call
NARUTO
Naruto was still unsure whether or not he was doing the right thing. Just in case, when he stole the scroll, he left details behind explaining what had happened. As a way of final assurance that this was an actual test, and not some kind of trick. But he couldn't think of a reason why it would be a trick? After all, nobody in the village was out to get him, sure he would get a few glares every now and then, but he never paid it much mind.
But why would Mizuki try to trick him? It didn't make sense. After all, he never was mean to Naruto. He was helpful when Naruto was trying to learn. And overall, why would Mizuki lie to him? What reason did he have to lie to him? That was why Naruto chose to accept this mission, especially since the career risk Mizuki would be taking if this was a trick. So he decided to trust his teacher.
Especially since he needed the shadow clone technique. He knew he was taking a big risk. But if it could help him learn that technique even faster. Then he would sure as hell take the risk. After all, if he did become a shinobi, then he would need to take risks, so if anything, he was getting a head start of all the other genin.
"Damn, this scroll is a pain in the ass." He said as he was reading through the instructions of the shadow clone jutsu.
It took him forever to find it, but when he did, he was glad that he managed to get his hands on it.
"Okay, now lets look this over." He said as he immediately got to work on it.
For some reason he found it easier to comprehend than the clone jutsu, in fact seems like there was only one hand sign involved, and as soon as you knew the name and signs, all you had to do was focus enough chakra to make a few clones.
"Shadow clone jutsu!" He yelled out as he heard a few poofs of smoke.
Only to turn and see three clones of himself staring right back at him.
"Woooooaaaahhh." He said as this was pretty surreal.
"Woah yourself." The clone in front said as Naruto poked him.
"Dang, you really are solid, hey High Five!" He said as the clone gave him a high five.
"THAT IS SO COOL!" Naruto said in an outburst of joy.
"I KNOW RIGHT?!" The clone said as they all started jumping for joy.
After their stint of cheering and celebrating by testing the boundaries of his jutsu. Naruto sat down and relaxed. He knew he had to wait some time before Mizuki showed up.
"Naruto! What the hell are you doing?!" Iruka yelled as Naruto looked up.
"Oh...well, based on your reaction, I'm guessing this wasn't a test." He said as it was Iruka's turn to look confused.
"Test? What on Earth are you talking about?" He asked as Naruto sighed.
"Long story short, Mizuki told me this was a test to prove I could be a shinobi, yatta yatta yatta, I stole the scroll, learned a technique, and boom here we are." Naruto said as he heard a noise.
"DUCK!" He yelled as he tackled Iruka to the ground.
Only for a shuriken to fly over their heads, and into the shack behind them.
"Well...I think we both know what we need to do." Naruto said as he pulled Iruka back up.
"Naruto! Give me the scroll! You want to pass don't you?" Mizuki said as Naruto pulled out a Kunai.
"Cut it out Mizuki, I suspected it was a Trick from the start." He said as Mizuki flinched a bit.
"What are you-" He didn't get to finish.
"And I also left behind details of this meeting in case it was fake." He said as Mizuki's eyes widened.
"You mean-" He said as he felt a blade at his neck.
"Yep, the Anbu finally arrived." He said as multiple people wearing Animal masks popped out of the trees.
"Mizuki, you are under arrest for treason, and conspiracy to commit theft of Village relics." The purple haired Anbu said.
"Well at least now that is one less thing to w-" Naruto was then pinned to the ground and handcuffed.
"HEY WHAT THE HELL?!" He said as a dog faced Anbu spoke up.
"Naruto Uzumaki, you are under arrest for your association with Mizuki." He said as Iruka spoke up.
"WHAT?! He was the one who told you about the scroll!" He said trying to defend his student.
"He still stole the scroll, he could have informed us beforehand." Boar said as Naruto snarled.
"I did try to tell you assholes beforehand! You blew me off! Maybe if you people could do your job, we wouldn't-" He was knocked out by another Anbu.
"Fucking Brat." The Boar said as Cat walked over.
"Sir, we cannot hold him as a criminal, Lord Third himself declared Naruto as an informat who had to gain the trust of Mizuki." Cat said as Lord Hokage had read the scroll Naruto had left.
"The council will decide his fate, not the Hokage." Boar said as they walked away.
"This is bullshit!" Iruka said as he went after them.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
"Naruto Uzumaki, you stand here an accused man, you have been accused of collaborating with Mizuki in order to steal the Forbidden Scroll, do you deny the charges?" Koharu said as Naruto was angry.
"So you mean to tell me, I fed you information about his intentions, and I get accused of collaboration?" He asked as Homura snarled.
"Mind your tongue Brat, you could have simply chosen to refuse the mission Mizuki gave you." He said as Naruto spoke up.
"And leave it defenseless? Tell me, if a boy who didn't even make Genin could steal the scroll, how long was it before Mizuki stole it himself?" He said as the council grew angry at that.
"Naruto..."The voice from his test came back.
"What the?" He said as he looked around.
"Will you pay attention Uzumaki!" Homura yelled.
"Naruto...Do not fear, for I am with you."The voice said as the council froze.
"Who are you?" Naruto asked the voice in his head.
"I am that I am."The voice stated as Naruto saw a great light appear in front of him.
"I...I don't understand..." He said as the voice spoke.
"I am the Almighty, the god of the Templars, I am the Lord, Your god."The light said as Naruto felt an overwhelming presence invade his every sense.
"It..It can't be..." He said as he fell to his knees.
"Do not be afraid, I will not harm you. I am merely here to show you the way."God spoke to him.
"What way is that Lord?" Naruto asked as he couldn't help but feel overwhelming respect for this entity.
"Most people live their lives believing I will fix everything for them, but I am not a magician who grants wishes, I am merely the driving force, I cannot grant every man's desire, I can only show them their path, and let them choose their own destiny. I cannot tell you what must be done, because your destiny hasn't been written yet. My children have always had the free will to do right or wrong, that is something I cannot interfere with. But I can give you some advice, what is happening right now, will shape your destiny."The light started to fade.
"Wait! Where are you going?" He asked as God's voice started to fade.
"I already told you, I can only show you the way, It is up to you to decide which road you take. I have no doubt, that you will be able to live with your decision. Live well, My Son."God said as the light faded, and Naruto could hear the voice of the council again.
Naruto couldn't believe it. He told himself that he could not believe in the Christ God. But...he had just experienced him. He felt the Holy Spirit enter him. He felt the pure everlasting love that the Templars spoke up. It was awe inspiring, but yet terrifying. But one thing was for sure. The God of Abraham was real. And he had shown Naruto the path, but it was up to Naruto whether he chose to pursue it.
"I believe execution is out of the question." Hiashi Hyuuga said as they were discussing Naruto's punishment.
"Seconded! Naruto is not a shinobi! He should not have to abide by the laws of a shinobi!" Tsume yelled as she thought of the boy as a second son.
"In that case, the council votes for Banishment." A civilian leader said.
Truthfully, while most of the village did not see Naruto as the demon, they did still fear what would happen if the fox broke out. Thats why they treated him like a normal human being. But after Naruto had stolen the scroll, they had been so furious that after all of their kindness, he turned around and spat in their faces. The civilian council was furious. Homura and Koharu had never been fond of the boy. But this shifted their opinion of him to the regressive left.
Even if he had done good, it still didn't change the fact that he had stolen the scroll.
"Are you crazy? Naruto won't-" Tsume was cut off by Naruto.
"I'll take it." He said as everyone suddenly looked at the boy.
His eyes had changed, he seemed more serious. And he almost looked like he had a purpose in life. Something had changed in the past few minutes. And they had no idea what it was. But it was scary.
"You mean to tell me you accept the charges?!" The third hokage yelled in disbelief.
"Yes...While I did a good thing. I understand I also commited a crime, but in Banishment, I can still do some good in the world, maybe something I couldn't do in this village." Naruto said as he was certain he knew what he had to do.
"Well...that certainly makes this easy." Homura said as the council spoke up.
"By law of the council, You Naruto Uzumaki are hereby banished, until time that you have redeemed yourself in the eyes of the village." Koharu said as Naruto nodded.
"Very well, just give me a horse, and time to pack supplies. That is all I ask for.." Naruto said as the council looked at each other.
"We will grant you that right." Koharu said as Naruto nodded.
"Thank you,Deus sit apud vos."Naruto said the last line in latin.
LATER BACK AT THE TEMPLAR RUINS
Naruto was no longer wearing his original clothes, he had donned the chainmail of the Templars, followed by the white surcoat with the red cross. His feet covered by leather boots. Chainmail gloves covered by cloth and leather gloves. He strapped his sword to his side. And right now, he was sealing everything from the Fortress into scrolls. He knew he would need them.
Now he was kneeling in front of the Cross, with his sword in front of him.
"Be without fear in the face of your enemies, Stand Brave and Upright, That the Lord may love thee, Speak the truth always, Even if it means your death, Protect the helpless, and do no wrong."Naruto recited the Templar oath he had found in the old books.
He arose from his position. His helm underneath his arm, as he placed his sword back in his sheath.
"So this is how it begins." He said as he mounted his horse.
"Time to say one last goodbye." He said as he rode to the village.
Ten minutes later, his friends were by the gate. They couldn't understand why he was dressed so oddly. Nor why he had such strange weapons. But one thing was for sure, Naruto was a man with a purpose.
"I'm sorry I couldn't graduate with the rest of you." He said to Kiba and Shikamaru.
"Hey, I'm sorry you got banished." Kiba said as his mother had told him the story.
"It's alright, I will make my way in the world." He said as Shikamaru spoke up.
"Whats with the outfit?" He asked as he saw the cross.
"Let's just say, I have been given a higher calling." He said as hugged his friends.
"I'll send letters when I can, I hope you guys do well in your Shinobi careers." He said as he mounted the horse again.
"Good luck with whatever you're setting out to do..." Tsume said as she was as confused as her sons.
"Farewell for now, maybe we will see each other out there? You never know." Naruto said as he kicked the horse, and the horse went into a gallop.
"Goodbye Naruto..." Kiba and Shikamaru said as they watched him disappear.
-To be continued -
