debated on whether or not to stop the chapter where I have, and after promising someone that I'd have the
chapter out Yesterday, I have.
A Demon's Kindness
By: CrystalinElf
Chapter 4: Be Careful What You Wish For - part 1
Excerpt from last time:
"No buts! That child's potential is vast, and the Mother had entrusted him to your people. You will
train him properly." She paused a moment before continuing.
"Perhaps you could send him to the Uchiha, or the Hyuga. He will certainly receive thorough training from
them." She gave him a severe look, to make her point more strongly. "I'd suggest the Uchiha
more strongly, since they have boy-child Naruto's age, and the Hyuga will be training their heir more
intensely now that she has reached three years of age."
She paused again. "You humans can be so odd at times. Anyway, take care of it."
Sarutobi nodded slowly, bowing to the woman's wishes. "Of course, Mirra-san."
"Oh, and another thing," she said as she stood gracefully, "we have reason to believe that both of Naruto's
parents continue to exist."
"Ja'ne," she added, as she exited the room and ended their meeting.
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One Month Later:
Now I know why humans say 'be careful what you wish for,' thought the young kitsune as he dodge another of
the sloppy punches his 'brother' was trying to land on him. The slight scowl on the other boys face
showed that, even after a month of having Naruto around, he still resented the kitsune's presence among his
family.
He really thought Sasuke was a possessive little brat.
Not that he didn't like said brat - probably because the kitsune found truly disliking anyone to be a difficult task
- but he wished that Sasuke would hurry and get over having a new 'little brother' and start trying to get
along. Geez, most human children like to have younger siblings, as long as they don't take up too much of
the parents' attention. And Sasuke gets more attention, so just what is his problem?
Sasuke never seemed to mind the attention Naruto received from 'their' parents, probably because he was
convinced that at the big grown up age of three, he no longer needed his parents' attention. Or maybe he just
tolerates the attention I get because he's praised for doing so.
"You're protecting yourself well Naruto."
He glanced to the side for a moment, where Sasuke's older brother, Itachi, was watching them and dolling out
bits of advice. No, that was wrong. Itachi was watching Naruto, so perhaps that was Sasuke's reason for
disliking his new little brother. Naruto was the one getting the older boy's rare praise, and Sasuke -
"You're dropping your guard Sasuke!"
Ah yes, that must be it.
Sasuke was scowling at Naruto even more now, obviously pissed at him for getting praise from Itachi when
Sasuke was getting 'advice'. And that is entirely his fault. He's focusing on trying to look good in front
of his brother, and Itachi isn't impressed. Guess I should end this quickly so Sasuke can go nurse his
bruised pride.
He dodged Sasuke's next punch and moved behind the slightly bigger boy. A carefully applied blow to the back
of the head, and Sasuke fell into an unconscious heap. Soft laughter reached his ears, and he turned warily
to Itachi.
"Very good Naruto, you've done well." The seven-year old stated with a slight smile.
I'm glad Sasuke's knocked out… He'd kill me for getting a smile outta Itachi, much less the laughter.
"Thank you Itachi-nii," Naruto murmured softly. "I've tried to practice with Hinata whenever I could." Though
I did it because she needs extra help…her father has no patience what so ever.
Itachi nodded again, then studied his appearance critically. "You know, my parents would be more at ease with
you if you let Sasuke dye your hair black."
"He tried, but my hair just won't stay that color."
His answer only made Itachi smile some more - he wondered if Itachi was feeling all right, since Sasuke swore
he never smiled this much.
"Alright then little one," Itachi continued as he held out a hand, "I will teach you a small gen-jutsu that allows
you to alter your appearance."
"Like Henge no Jutsu?"
"Aa, similar, but on a smaller scale. I think it'd fit your personality more. Also, there are a few things I want to
talk to you about, in private. Especially about one very big flaw I've noticed in your Henge techniques."
He wondered why Itachi sounded so confident and secretive at the same time.
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Three hours later a black haired Naruto was sinking slowly into his evening bath, a plate of sandwiches sitting in
the edge of the tub next to him. He was sore and tired, and definitely surprised. After spending a half hour
making sure Naruto could use the low-level illusion jutsu, Itachi had somehow convinced Naruto to reveal
a bit of his background, to answer certain 'questions' that the older boy had. Like why I have a tail when
I try to do full henge illusions. He didn't even bat an eye when I told him, just nodded and said he'd help
me practice.
The thought that someone in his new 'family' knew what Naruto was, and didn't seem to care in the least, was
oddly comforting to Naruto. He wondered if all human children were accepting like Itachi… or if Itachi
was special. He pondered that question as he ate his sandwiches, and had to conclude that Itachi was special.
Probably not the only special child in the village, but he had only met one other so far that he felt would
understand his secret and circumstances, but he refrained from telling Hinata about himself. He was certain that,
somehow, Hiashi would find out if he did, and Naruto felt that wouldn't be good for Hinata.
He disapproved of their Friday's together enough as it was.
But Itachi certainly was special. He had just graduated from the Ninja Academy, and would be meeting his team
tomorrow for their first training session. His parents had nervously praised their oldest child, and their
mother had made Itachi's favorite meal. -Or what she thought was Itachi's favorite meal. Personally,
Naruto didn't think that Itachi was the kind of person that could have a favorite meal. Maybe a specific
favorite food item, but not an entire meal.
He finished his sandwiches and let the water drain from the tub, and dried himself off with a nice soft towel.
Sasuke would be wanting his bath soon, and he never waited patiently. Itachi had already had his.
Smiling serenely, Naruto pulled a small packet out of the pile that was supposed to be his clothing - now black,
like every other person that lived with the Uchiha. He carefully opened the packet, and carefully dumped
the contents into Sasuke's shampoo. He spent a moment being grateful that each member of the household
used their own shampoo as he mixed the two things together, and set the bottle back in place.
Ah, revenge was nice.
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The shriek of rage he heard the next morning made Naruto feel very good indeed, considering the source. He
quickly gathered his breakfast and took a seat next to Itachi at the table, who looked at him curiously and
asked, "did that have anything to do with you?"
Naruto smiled innocently and declined to answer the question - instead, he changed the subject.
"So, did your instructor really tell you not to eat breakfast?" Naruto asked, after a moment of sipping some juice.
"Aa, he said we'd throw up if we ate." Itachi looked at his plate and popped a piece of fruit into his mouth.
"Obviously, I'm not inclined to listen."
Naruto grinned conspiratorially, "I won't tell if you won't!"
Itachi smiled slyly and nodded in agreement.
Their meal continued in silence as their parents joining them, and continued that way for a few minutes before a
furious looking Sasuke stormed into the room and pointed an accusing finger at Naruto.
"YOU! This is all YOUR FAULT!"
Naruto shifted his weight and slowly looked at Sasuke. A pink-haired Sasuke. Laughing inside, he managed to
frown solemnly at the other boy and say, "Sasuke, you shouldn't use a jutsu like that. The girls will think
you're adorable."
Itachi grabbed his brother and shoved him into a chair before Sasuke could think to attack Naruto, and sternly
told him to eat breakfast. So he did, all the while glaring daggers at the former blond. Naruto continued to
look serious and offered to help Sasuke change his hair back to its former color, and was flatly refused
with a "you'll only make it worse."
He shrugged and finished his meal at the same time Itachi did. After a moment of wishing he had more to eat, he
turned to his parents. "May I be excused to go train with Hinata?"
He received an absent minded nod and left.
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Uchiha Akane watched as her latest acquisition ran out after Itachi, and smiled slightly. What an energetic
child…and yet, he doesn't get into a lot of mischief. And Itachi seems to have taken a liking to him. A few
minutes after Itachi and Naruto left Sasuke excused himself from the table, slightly less polite than Naruto had been.
Akane nodded as her youngest biological child left and frowned slightly. Sasuke doesn't seem to like him as
much… then again, Naruto is taking some of our, and some of Itachi's, attention away.
After a few moments of thought she turned her attention to her husband. "Darling?"
"Yes Akane?" Uchiha Tezuka asked, looking over at his wife.
"Well, I think we should enter Naruto into some classes at the Ninja Academy. He trains everyday, but seems to
be a bit bored. Hokage-sama did mention that Naruto hadn't been taught any of the basics," Akane
explained, then stopped to listen to her husbands opinion.
Tezuka was quiet for a few minutes before nodding. "And Sasuke?"
"Train him with shuriken love, you did promise. Tell him that Naruto needs to go to school, and he doesn't,"
Akane suggested.
Another few minutes passed before Tezuka nodded. "Alright then, I'll enroll him to start Monday."
Akane smiled and finished her breakfast.
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To Be Continued:
The next chapter is already half way written, mostly because I was originally gonna include it in this one and
changed my mind. If anyone can think of a better title for this chapter, feel free to submit it. I'm horrible at
naming things *sigh* also, I had no idea what Itachi and Sasuke's Parents names were, so I made them
up. I heard that the mother was named Itachi as well, but... didn't feel comfortable with calling her that.
Next Time: The Longest Day, Part 1
Ahhh Naruto's first day of school.