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Yes…Hence, It Is Deep

Chapter 4

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Dear Tsunade,

Hullo, how are you doing? I have news on something that probably has been stressing you out. It's classified information on… Hyuuga Hinata. I know that the Hyuuga clan has been looking for their precious heiress. But, there's no need to fear! I, Jiraiya one of the legendary Sannins has come to the rescue! Along with my apprentice!

The letter started off strange. Hyuuga Hinata had gone missing just yesterday; or that's when the Hokage had found out she was gone. Tsunade thanked the carrier frog before it disappeared with a poof of smoke. "How would Jiraiya know she was missing before I did?" She asked herself as she continued to read the letter.

I was coming back from my important information gathering… well I don't think you want to hear my story, do you? So… let's cut to the chase. I found little Miss Hyuuga Hinata with the presence of my apprentice. In the end I have decided she needed to come training with us. Naruto needs to be more of a gentleman and with her around he should sharpen up. So I request you tell her father; and to make her feel more at ease; we'll need his permission. We might go past the three year thing. We're visiting some people I can't tell you since this letter might go into the wrong hands. Take care!

Jiraiya

Tsunade sighed; she felt a major headache coming up. Hinata with Naruto and Jiraiya? Hiashi would definitely decline. Here comes another trouble some day for the Hokage. Trying to explain the Hyuuga heiress was with the container of Kyuubi and the most perverted man there was… all she could say were two words; not easy. Especially since Hiashi is very protective of his daughter; this would certainly be difficult on Tsunade's behalf. But even though she was worried for Hinata; she was happy at the same time.

Almost everybody knew about the little crush Hinata had on Naruto. Well everybody except Naruto. It would be cute if he got over her pink haired apprentice and had feelings for the Hyuuga heir. Tsunade thought they'd be an adorable couple. Also she wouldn't have to worry about him being all alone. If they'd got together; he would have Hinata; she could guide him through any darkness he had to face. And she was pretty sure Naruto could help Hinata in something like confidence and self esteem; since he had a lot of that.

The Hokage's thoughts were disturbed by Shizune barging in. "Tsunade-sama!"

"Shizune," Tsunade's voice was weary and tired; and it was only early morning. "What's wrong now?" Shizune was panting from running, "Hyuuga Hiashi-sama is here regarding his missing daughter. He says it's a very serious matter that he finds his daughter as soon as possible. He requests to talk to you immediately." She reported. Tsunade wanted to groan; she needed some time to find a way to break it to him slowly. So he wouldn't blow up as soon as she said, "You're daughter is with the container of Kyuubi and the most perverted guy she knew." Plus, it was still damn early; early for Christ's sake! Why don't people sleep in anymore?

"Aie, send him in." Tsunade instructed. Shizune nodded, "Understood." Tsunade closed her eyes; what in the world would she tell the Head Hyuuga? She needed to break it down to him gently; she knew most of the villagers would burst if their child was with Naruto. "Damn, Jiraiya," she cursed, "Leaving me with the hard part! Just wait until he comes back! I'm going to kick his ass so hard that he'll be sorry that he took in Hinata! What was he thinking! Taking Hinata into his wing!" she slammed her fist on her desk, luckily she didn't use any of her power; so she didn't damage it.

Then The Head of The Hyuuga came through the doors. Tsunade kindly smiled at him; even though she didn't really approve of him, she had to be friendly. She was the Hokage after all. "Hyuuga Hiashi-sama. I am aware you are here concerning your missing daughter, am I correct?" Hiashi took a seat across from Tsunade, "This is a very important matter; Hokage-sama." He said flatly. "I am well aware that you care about the Byakugan Hinata carries; Hyuuga-sama." She replied dryly.

There was an awkward silence for a moment, "I'm in need of your assistance." Tsunade's ears perked slightly, "Why would he need my help?" she asked herself. "I have already sent out my best members in search of my daughter. I have come to the conclusion that she couldn't have gone far. This is where I need your help. I need you to lend me an ANBU squad to look for her and bring her back." He requested. Tsunade put her hands together and leaned her chin on them, "That is unnecessary." She replied, "I already know of Hyuuga Hinata's whereabouts." Hiashi still had the same expressionless expression on his face. It was something expected from the Head of the Hyuuga Clan.

Tsunade was surprised when he didn't even flinch when she told him she had found his daughter; he really didn't care. "Poor girl." She thought; having a father only watch over her because she has an advance bloodline limit. What was the world coming to? Now she was a bit more confident to have her with Jiraiya and Naruto instead of her father. "That is good news. Then where is the location of my daughter? I'll send members of my clan to fetch her immediately."

Tsunade twinged; here she goes. "You see, Hiashi-sama. There's a slight problem." One hundred percent of his cold gaze focused on Tsunade. She cringed noticing the foul glare. "What do you mean… slight problem?" he questioned. "Like I said, I know where she is. The slight problem is that she won't be in the exact same place. But;" she paused… she still didn't have the slightest idea how he'd react. "I guarantee she's safe." Hiashi's glare grew. "I want to know where she is, Hokage-sama." He said simply.

Tsunade sighed; "I guess I can't keep it from you any longer." Tsunade then smiled; noticing a touch of concern in his voice. It was bare but it was something, "Where is she? She's not hurt is she?" Tsunade shook her head, "I told you, she's safe. But you might not like the idea of the people whom she's with, that's all." She explained. "I do not understand what you're getting at, Hokage-sama. If she's safe then shouldn't she be in good hands?"

"Oh, I am certain she's in wonderful hands; which leads me to this question." Tsunade's voice turned firm and serious. "On the behalf of your daughter, Hyuuga Hinata I would like to ask if you give her permission to train… outside of Konoha."

"You say I will not like whom she is with. To be honest, Hokage-sama, I don't really care who she's with. If you say she's in good hands I suppose she'll be fine. You can do whatever you want with her." he headed towards the door. "Wait!" Tsunade called; he turned around. "I need written permission from her guardian." He once again took a seat and started writing in an empty scroll she had given him.

Meanwhile… Tsunade was having a little fight with herself. "If I don't tell him… She'll be able to go for sure or rather stay with them for sure. But… then I might feel a bit guilty… seeing how he is her father; cruel or not. He should know about his daughter training with the vessel of Kyuubi. But… it's not like Naruto will hurt her… he actually will make her stronger; if anything. But… I'm not sure if Hiashi wants her to get stronger or not… he said she was weak… but he does not care what she does. For all he knows she could have committed suicide… All he cares about is the Byakugan that she has…"

Then a little voice in the back of her head popped up. "You have to tell him! Once you get the permission then you can tell him! It's not like he can burn the scroll on you! Then you won't feel guilty and she still can stay with them too!"

So she decided; she would tell him after he gave her the scroll. Oh, and she would make sure she wouldn't let the scroll burn or anything.

I, Hyuuga Hiashi, Head of the Hyuuga clan and guardian of Hyuuga Hinata; hereby grant Hyuuga Hinata to train outside Konoha.

It was simple and to the point. "If that is all, Hokage-sama. I will be on my way." He stood up once again and headed towards the exit. "Wait!" she said again. Hiashi turned around questioning her hold up. "I think… you should know something." She said. "I have a clan to run, Hokage-sama." He paused; walking out the door. "I can not afford to play your little games. Like I said-"

He was cut off by the slightest whisper. "Your daughter is training with Uzumaki Naruto and Jiraiya."

He turned around; his Byakugan active.

"She's WHAT! With that demon boy! I'm appalled… and you allowed it without my permission! That's outraging! You may be the Hokage but this is my daughter! Now her safety is in more danger than before! She can't possibly be safe with that DEMON!" He yelled; slamming his hand on her desk. She was quite startled by the sudden sound. She opened her mouth to say something; but only closed it. She could hear Hiashi's breaths; she was lost to words. First, Naruto was NOT a demon. Second, she thought he never cared about Hinata. And third, why was he getting all angry… he said he didn't care who Hinata was training with.

"Hiashi, calm down. Naruto is not a demon. You are well aware of that." She said; still glaring into his Byakugan eyes. "Plus," she added. "I already have your written permission." She held up the scroll. He scowled and took off his hand from her desk and straightened up. He deactivated his Byakugan and turned around coldly. "Do whatever you please with her. She's a weak heir anyway. If she dies by the hands of that demon boy then she deserves it. She's the one who ran away. Besides, I always have Hanabi. Hanabi will be a strong clan leader she could never be." He walked his way out of the door.

Tsunade was shocked of what he just said. First of all she wanted to beat him to a pulp for calling Naruto a demon. Then he said so easily that he wanted his daughter to die. What kind of person was he? It was almost as worst as Orochimaru; but it sounded like he didn't have a heart towards Hinata. What was so bad about her? She ran out of her office after him. "Hyuuga Hiashi!" her voice roared.

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"Umm… Naruto-kun?"

"Yeah?" he answered drifting his gaze towards her; making her blush. "I… was wondering if… you would tell me a bit about… the people we going to v-visit." He grinned, "Okay. Are you listening closely Hinata? I'm only going to say this once. O-N-C-E, so you better be listening real good? 'Kay?" She nodded, "'Kay,"

"They're a family called the Yamashita Clan. They're really nice people and they let me and Ero-sensei stay with them a whole year. So… let's get to introductions. There is the man of the house; Masahiro. Even though he might seem a bit mean at first, once you get to know him; he's really kind. He has a good heart even though he seems blunt and cold hearted. Then there's his wife; Miharu. As usual all mothers are kind and she likes those quiet activities. I could never do any of those things; like sewing, calligraphy etc. I'd probably wreck it and I don't have enough patience."

Hinata nodded, urging him to continue.

"Okay then they have twins. They're the same age as us; Shiro and Misu. Misu is really like her mother. You'll two get along wonderfully. Since she likes tea and all the things I can't do very well. Then Shiro is like his father. They're both really strong and we all got strong together. They're great sparring partners but then one of us would always have to sit out because we were an odd number. But, since you're here we don't have to worry about anymore." He smiled at her; then continued.

"Last but not least; there's little Koikaru. He's… three years old now. Well… you'll find out more about them when you actually get to meet them, neh?"

"Hmmm…We'll probably get there; in the safety of their house by when the sun starts to set." Jiraiya predicted. "I can't wait! I want to run there to see them! Their surprised faces and how much I grown! I can't wait to spar with them!" he exclaimed excitedly. "Whoa, Naruto. Calm down; you're going to scare Hinata." Hinata smiled seeing the enthusiasm and excitement in his cerulean eyes. "I can't help it. I'm just excited to see old friends again. I just want to see how strong they have gotten and to prove how strong I have improved too."

"I-I'm sure you gotten a lot stronger from when I last saw you, Naruto-kun." Hinata complimented. "Of course, Hinata! What did you expect? I've gotten a lot better since you have last seen me. Once you see me in action you'll be "Whoa," "Wow" "Naruto-kun's so cool!" he tried imitating a girl. She giggled, "You'll still be cool in m-my eyes if you g-got stronger or not." She said with a deep blush on her cheeks. And this time; Naruto had a tint of pink across his cheeks.

"Well…Ermm…Hey! That wasn't very nice! I will get stronger! And I am getting stronger! No matter what! Since I am the future Hokage!" He beamed while putting his hands behind his head. She giggled; remembering he always use to say that back in Konoha. "Ano sa! What's so funny?" She smiled shyly, "That's not what I meant, Naruto-kun. I was trying to say… n-no matter what… y-you'll still b-be cool t-to me. It doesn't even matter i-if you were w-weak or y-you a-aren't good at s-something. You'll s-still be a-awesome…"

His eyes widened. "Well… Thanks, Hinata. You're pretty cool yourself."

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A little three year old was bored as ever. He was leaning his chin on his arms; that was on the windowsill. He was looking outside and he came to the conclusion that outside was just as boring as inside. His bigger sister looked at her little brother, "What's wrong with you, Koikaru-kun?" She asked; worried. "It's borrring! Onee-chan, there's nothing to do." He exclaimed; still looking outside the enormous window. The girl smiled, "Well… there's always something to do. We could clean, sew, drink tea, practice your scroll writing, relax… and a bunch of other things." She suggested. "Those are things you and Kaa-chan like. I like things that Nii-chan likes and he's off training somewhere." He sighed.

"Excuse me, Michiru-sama, but I would like to inform you that your tea is ready." One of the maids said. Misu smiled at the maid, "Thanks." The maid bowed before departing. "Come on, Koikaru-kun, I'll go ask one of the chefs to make you cookies. Wouldn't that be nice?" The little boy shook his head, "I'll just stay here, Onee-chan." She went over to him and ruffled his light brown hair; "Suit yourself. But once Nii-san comes home you know there won't be any cookies left." He just nodded; acknowledging what she said before she left.

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"Wow… I thought they lived in the countryside… in a little normal house… but this mansion is bigger than the Hyuuga Estate!" Hinata said in amazement. "Well… yeah, forgot to tell you about that part. They're rich. But not they're not like those snobby stuck up bastards; these people are nice. Real nice... I wonder what they're all up to." Naruto said out loud.

"Well… here we are. Back here again." Jiraiya laughed. Then at the closest window to the door on the right; Hinata spotted a little boy. "I wonder who that is…" she said pointing to the huge window and the tiny boy. "Ah, that must be Koikaru… wow has he ever grown." Naruto waved at him. The little boy's hazel eyes lit up as he saw Naruto pass the Yamashita gate and startled walking on the path to get to the stairs of the mansion. "Ahhhh!" he screamed.

His voice echoed in all directions of the Yamashita Mansion. Immediately maids, butlers, servants and his sister came rushing to the room he was in. "Koikaru! What's wrong?" She asked, startled. "He's back! He's back! Naruto-nii-chan's back! And he brought a friend!" he squealed in delight and ran towards the door. Misu instantly went to the window and saw Naruto waving frantically like a moron. Then there was his sensei. She smiled. But then…she spotted… a girl… She rushed to the door.

"Hurry up and open the door! Onee-chan!" Koikaru yelled anxiously. Misu quickly pressed a few buttons to turn off the alarm and unlocked the door. Koikaru was out of the door a second after she opened the door. "Naruto-nii-chan!" he called at the top of the staircase while jumping up and down. They were still climbing the long stairs that led up to the door. "Hurry up!" he yelled, now running in circles in his white socks.

"I don't remember the stairs this long…" Naruto puffed as he was finally at the top of the stairs. About a moment later Koikaru ran to him and gave him a surprise hug. Naruto picked him up and hugged him back, "You've grown, squirt." He said while ruffling his hair. "Hey… Nice to see you." Misu said, still in the doorway. "Konichiwa, Misu-chan!" Naruto said brightly. She smiled, "Come in, come in."

Hinata was amazed. The path that led to the staircase was right in the middle of a field. The field was covered with garden patches and trees. It was beautiful to Hinata; it felt a lot more welcoming to than the Hyuuga Estate. The Gate that separated the field and the city was a lot brighter too. The Hyuuga Estate's Gate was to isolate everything about the Hyuuga Clan in the Hyuuga Clan's walls. But the Yamashita Gate/ Wall felt as if it was to keep the beauty in from being destroyed by the city pollution. It was totally opposite reasons of why a gate and or wall was put up.

The mansion was much bigger and more welcoming too. It was a white mansion; with glass windows. The gigantic curtains were a nice light blue color and above the front door was like a balcony; except it was huge. All Hinata could see was the bottom of it; which was just a flat semi circle above her head. It went up to about where the stairs ended and where the patio leading to the door started. The patio leading to the front door was pretty big too. Of course there were fancy gates (you know those like things so you don't fall off the balcony or whatever) so nobody fell off.

(Sorry if you're lost. I tried to explain how the mansion looked but didn't succeed so if you want to skip that paragraph and imagine your own Yamashita Mansion… I understand.)

But just overall; the mansion was big.

When they went inside; Naruto still carrying Koikaru, they were greeted by servants, maids, butlers etc. They were standing in two lines on either side of the door. Each of them bowed and said, "Naruto-sama and Jiraiya-sama." Naruto grinned; putting down Koikaru, "Everyone. This is…" he pointed to Hinata, "My friend." Hinata bowed politely, "I'm… Hyuuga Hinata."

"Hinata, this is Koikaru. Koikaru say hi." Naruto urged. "H-Hi." He said before he rushed back to behind Naruto's leg. "Well if you're just doing introductions… I'm going up to drop off my stuff in my room." And Jiraiya headed up yet another set of stairs. "That's Misu," Naruto pointed to Misu as the maids, butlers, servants departed to their work. "Hey, I'm Yamashita Misu. Nice to meet you, Hinata." She put out her hand. Hinata shook it, "Nice t-to meet you too."

"I'll direct you to your room, Hinata-san. Then after we drop off your stuff we can have tea! I always wanted a girl around the house!" Misu started climbing yet another staircase. "Oye, Naruto, your room is still the same as before." She added before grabbing Hinata's hand and heading towards Hinata's new room; which was coincidentally besides Naruto's.

Once they were all settled in, they were in the Yamashita's courtyard behind their mansion. Naruto, Jiraiya, Hinata, Koikaru and Misu were sitting on a patio table drinking some tea and there was a tray of cookies in front of them. After Koikaru ate most of them he convinced Naruto to have a little duel between them two. Of course Koikaru was just expecting Naruto to teach him a few tricks so it wasn't really a 'duel' as he called it. So they went out to the courtyard and started training.

Jiraiya went off to town to do some 'research' and none of them questioned his do abouts.

"So Hinata-san, since I don't know you very well… and you don't know me very well let's ask question for question. I'll go first." Misu suggested and Hinata nodded.

"How old are you?"

"I'm… sixteen…" Hinata replied. "Oh,metoo.Now you ask a question." Misu smiled. "How many… well… how much family do y-you h-have… as in b-brothers and s-sisters…?" Hinata asked.

"Well, I have two brothers, my twin brother and Koikaru. And I live with my mother and father. How about you?"

"I-I… have a sister… and I live with my father… in the Hyuuga mansion… and… my m-mother died… when I-I was l-little."

"OMG! I'm so sorry! I never knew." Misu burst out suddenly. "I-It's okay." Hinata reassured.

So they went on asking questions until Shiro came back from his personal training. Hinata learned that Misu was quite similar to her. They both liked tea, scroll calligraphy, making medical herbs and ointments, gazing off into the sky, quiet walks and a bunch of other things. Also Hinata found out Misu's favorite color was lilac, she had an advance blood line that she would show Hinata once her Nii-san came back, she hated when things were messy and disorganized, and she had a crush a boy named Akira.

Misu learned that Hinata's favorite color was a light sapphire, she had an advance bloodline called the Byakugan, she didn't mind when things were messy but she kept herself neat and organized and she refused to mention if she had a crush or not.

"Come on Hinata!" Misu pleaded. After just an hour it had felt Hinata and Misu had known each other for years. "I won't tell anybody! It's not like I know the guy or anything! I told you who I liked! Pleaseeeeeeeeeee?" Misu had puppy dog eyes which a cute little pout saying 'please?' "I… r-rather not, Misu-san. Though… I m-might tell you l-later… when t-the time is right." Hinata looked away from Misu; avoiding her puppy eyes and pout.

"Yo! Naruto! Long time no see!" Exclaimed Shiro; leaning on the door frame. Naruto smirked; making his way to his friend. "Have you improved? Shiro?" Naruto asked giving him props. "Have you?" Shiro asked Naruto.

"Hell ya." Naruto replied. "Good. So shall we let this match begin?" Shiro said with a smirk. "Wait, this is my friend, Hyuuga Hinata." Naruto pointed to Hinata. She smiled and nodded her head towards Shiro. "I'm Hyuuga Hinata." She introduced. "Hey, I'm Yamashita Shiro, are you Naruto's girlfriend?"

Instantly Hinata turned beat red. "Ano… we're just friends."

"Yeah, just friends." Naruto assured. "Oh, sorry. Then let's get started on this match. You're a ninja right? So Misu and I against you and Hinata." Shiro headed towards the courtyard. The girls stood up. "Good luck. Me and Nii-san have been training together lately so I wish you good luck. Remember we have an advance blood line too." Misu reminded before joining her brother in the courtyard. "Don't worry Hinata. We'll beat them." Naruto smiled at her.

"Oye, Koikaru, go and play. We're going to spar." Shiro instructed and his little brother went to the table to finish the rest of the cookies. Finally Naruto and Hinata made their way to the middle of the courtyard. "So which ever teammate goes down first the team loses. There are no rules except no killing. Understood?" Shiro explained. All three of the nodded their heads. "Alright let's begin! Show us what you got!" Shiro yelled.

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Ah this was only HALF the full chapter… but I decided that it was going to be a while until I updated if I did the entire chapter. So I cut it in half. I'm sorry if you're lost and confused but I won't be focusing on much of the OCs except Misu and Shiro. So the next chapter deals on their sparring match… who will win? What is the Yamashita's advance blood line? Toon in next time to find out the answers to these questions.

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I made a mistake with the ages... i forgot Misu and Shiro were twins... but... they are twins... sorry for the inconvience...

-Aloi