Ok so this chapter I decided add in a little mystery, seemingly my internet has still not been restored so by the time you're reading this chapter it's 2 weeks late. I might upload a mass of chapters all at once soon as my service returns.

Chapter 3- Who am I? The Hidden Identity.

The next morning-

Naruto POV

I rubbed the sleep out of my eyes as the alarm clock blared. I smashed it to bits and got out of my bed. I haven't had a sleep as great since forever. I cleaned myself up and went to the kitchen. I made some bacon and eggs with a glass of milk. After I was done eating, I changed into my usual outfit and went outside. Upon passing the staircase, I received some glares from the elders. I ignored them and kept walking, after all these years one would get used to this treatment. Upon leaving the apartment complex I stretched and broke into a run to Tsunade-baa-chan.

I reached her office building in a little over 5 minutes. I went up the stairs and to the top floor. I knocked once then twice before finally started yelling out TSUNADE-BAA-CHAN! I heard a thump then shuffling inside. I opened the door to a semi-sleeping Tsunade-baa-chan. Sake bottles were evident on her table as I sweat dropped. She groaned ad clutched her head; she must have some hang over. She took out some pills and popped them in her mouth then looked at me. "Why do you have to go screaming already, it's barely 8" she questioned annoyingly.

I laughed and stated to her that the finals began in a half hour. She groaned, got up and sped out, I've never seen her run that fast before. I was left in a wake of dust; I dusted myself off and ran after her. "Oi Tsunade-baa-chan, are you ready to hand over the Chuunin vest to me yet?" I asked mockingly. She turned and spoke quickly "Brat, don't get so cocky" I laughed and shrugged as she broke into a sprint for the arena. I slowed down to a steady walk and took my time to get there. The place was packed, there were more people attending today then yesterday. They were all fighting for seats and snacks. It took me a long time to maneuver my way through them.

When I finally got through, I went over to the benches where the people that were fighting today sat. I caught a glimpse of Sakura-chan handing out pamphlets to various pregnant women, who were watching this. I couldn't quite make out what was on the pamphlets but it had to do with something called Lamaze class what ever that was. I shrugged it aside and went on to analyze my opponents. They were none to special, besides Konohamaru I knew no one here. The quiet kid spooked me and the rest of them were just well there. When I looked over to the Hokage podium I saw "that" look on Tsunade-baa-chans' face. This usually meant she was gambling or betting again.

I sighed and looked at the screen hoping that my name would come up. Sadly it was until a good half hour later that my name finally came up. So his name was Shoji Kasashi. I jumped in the air and cheered. My opponent was none other then the quiet boy; he had this look on his face like he got paired with an idiot. I folded my hands and pouted, I'm not much of an idiot right? I mean I'm loud-mouthed and annoying sometimes but I am not an idiot...right? Anyways can an idiot fight like I can?

So we walked to the arena and bowed to each other, we gave our respects then the gong sounded. I jumped back immediately drawing out 4 of my kunai and then throwing them at him. He jumped to dodge two and then pulled his own kunai out to deflect the remaining ones. I didn't give him the chance to recover as I ran over to him and did a spin kick aiming for his head. He ducked and slashed with his kunai. The hit really connected hard and was precise. Aimed at my stomach but it was only my clone that took the hit. It disappeared in a puff of smoke; he looked surprised but kept his guard up.

I rushed at him again this time using right hand as a turnstile, I spun on it and did a wide arc kick. I meant to trip him but instead it connected with his stomach and sent him flying into the wall. He smashed against the wall and drooped slowly to the floor. The body then fell apart into pieces. My eyes widen, the supposed body was now pieces of rock. I cursed to myself; the guy was using earth attributed techniques. The one element I was horrible at using and even worse at countering. I looked around to find him but he was no where to be seen. Only one conclusion… he was in the ground. I spiked my chakra and balled it at the tip of my right fist and punch the floor. I made a sufficient crack though small as it was. Then I formed the hand seals, while whispering out "Suiton Suishouha" (Water Element Water wave). A wave of water formed in front of me, then I used it to pour into the crack flooding the ground beneath. Thus causing him to come outside or risk drowning. He jumped out of the ground and quickly performed hand seals, due to my water jutsu the dirt had become muddy and he used it against me.

He cried out "Doton Doryuudama" (Earth Element Earth Bullet). The mud around him rose into the air and reformed into hard round pebbles. He then fired them at me; I couldn't counter this move as I had no defensive jutsus. All I had was my chakra, so I flared my chakra and made a protective aura around my body. The pebbles connected with extreme velocity and sent me flying back. My chakra protected me from harm but the pressures from the shots were pushing me back. My feet dug into the floor as I tried to hold my ground, but it was in vane as he was constantly blasting me with the pebbles. When they connected with my chakra, the pebbles would break. However he just kept forming new ones with the mud on the floor. I had to think of a way to get out of this mess, the idea finally hit me.

I quickly made 3 clones and had them take places around me. They formed a triangle with me in the middle, then they started running around me. They achieved such high speeds that it looked like a blur; I lowered the chakra aura around me. The pebbles still came but my clones were blocking them with their kunai. Since they moved so fast he had no chance or targeting them individually. And there was no way for him to reach me unless he tried an aerial attack and if he did that leave him open. I started advancing towards him have my speeding clones throw shuriken at him. He was forced to stop his assault and jump out of the way.

The battle had gone on long enough; I decided to end it now. I jump into the air as well; I grasped my right with my left and forced chakra into my fingertips. I cried out "Rasengan sub-branch Rapiddofaiagan" and my fingertips began to inject chakra into my palm forming my Rasengan. However I released it and formed another one with lightning speed then I started blasting them from my hand. I was literally shooting him with my Rasengans. I was rapidly sending out Rasengans at him, he dodged a lot but when they impacted the floor the debris would blast everywhere obstructing him. Finally I concentrated the last one and aimed it carefully at him, I shot it and it hit him squarely in the chest. He was shot backwards into the crumbling wall. He coughed up some blood and slumped over. Lucky for him I didn't put any killing intent into my attack or he would be dead.

The announcer raised my hand and shouted "Winner Naruto Uzumaki". I jumped up and threw a loud cheer, soon a few people joined in. I slumped over in defeat as the villagers still did not care much about me. Soon the day ended with the last battle and the awards were being given out to those who had been promoted. Sadly I did not see Konohamaru; turns out he was defeated by a much older contender. They were calling the names of the winners. They were given their Chuunin body vest and a document stating their rank change. Upon my turn my name was not called, I stood there shocked and I yelled out "Hey! What about me?" The people at the head table glared at me and ignored my objection.

I lowered my head and glared at the floor, already I did not like what was happening. This was bullshit, I passed why didn't I receive my rank promotion? What the hell was going on? After the crowd dispersed I ran to Tsunade-baa-chan. She looked as confused as I was; I asked "What was that all about? How come I didn't get promoted?" She answered "I don't know either, damn it the counsel must have done something behind my back. Come with me to the counsel building." I nodded and followed suit. On the way my friends all came over with the same confused look. "What the hell was that about eh Naruto? Shikamaru asked. "Gah this is so troublesome." He added after. I looked at him and replied "Hey you're not the one in this mess, so don't complain" he shrugged his shoulders and gave me a defeated look.

So Tsunade-baa-chan led all of us over to the counsel building. She objected to having them all come in but I told her it was fine. What ever the counsel needed to say wouldn't matter to them. Upon entering the building they frowned as they saw Tsunade-baa-chan, they frowned even more when they saw me. Tsunade-baa-chan exploded first "What the hell do you think you're doing? When has it been under your authority to not pass someone without first consenting me? I'm the god damn Hokage, how dare you do something like this?" The main person in the counsel stood up and walked over to us. "It quite simple Hokage-sama, you see in order to be promoted we need background data on the person we're promoting of-course. Or else we risk promoting anyone that might be dangerous." he said this with a glare in my direction. I winced and lowered my head; my friends all looked at me with a questioning face. He continued "And after we referred to a background on Naruto Uzumaki, we came up with almost nothing. As you can clearly see, his birthplace is indeed Konoha however under the part where it states his birth parents is blank. He has no mother or father but orphans can still be promoted on the note if we know who the parents are. Naruto document based has no record of parents dead or alive. No relatives either, so to speak Naruto does not exist document wise. And we cannot promote ninjas who are non-existent now can we? Tsunade-baa-Chan's forehead wrinkled as he eyes glared at the old man. "When did this rule exist? I don't ever remember ever hearing of this rule." She questioned anger evident in her voice. The counsel member rubbed his chin then spoke "It's quite recent and came into effect just 1 week ago." I couldn't help but frown; those damn old geezers were always finding a way to block my path. Tsunade-baa-chan was about to pursue it further but I raised my hand to block her, I then spoke "Well is there anyway for me to be promoted?" The counsel member spoke coldly to me "Don't speak out of turn you brat, learn your place in this society." My friends winced as they saw this cold treatment I received. I however just shrugged it off and continued "You didn't answer my question" I spoke this loudly and flared my chakra. He seemed to waver under the pressure then spoke "There is a way; if you can find records of your birth then you can be promoted." I cursed under my breath and spoke "that is just retarded, if you can't find any records how am I supposed to?" He smirked at me as though enjoying watching me in discomfort before continuing "That is not our problem, if you really want to be promoted you will have to show evidence of your existence."

"Oh I'll show you alright" as I was about to plant my fist into his stomach. But I stopped myself and sighed in defeat.

We all left the building; outside I sat down on the steps. All my friends surrounded me; all of them looked confused and somewhat angry. Kiba blurted out "Awww man that's no fun, they can't just no promote you for such a stupid reason. Sometimes it makes me think the people of the village are against you." I lowered my head at how true those words were. Tsunade-baa-chan was the second to speak "you can use the Hokage document archive; it has almost all information dating back to the founding of Konoha. I'm sure you'll find something about your birth there. You'll have full access to it anytime you like. Damn those bastards, doing this without my consent. They seem to be forgetting who the Hokage is and who runs this place." Naruto nodded and started heading towards the archives near the Hokage tower. Everyone dispersed and went their way, however Sakura decided to follow him. She ran after him and caught up with him.

I was walking when Sakura-chan caught up with me; she walked along side me until we reached the archive building. She was the first to speak "Naruto are you ok? You don't seem so good." I sighed and replied "It's just that things never go accordingly for me, some sort of misfortune always comes my way. Those damn old geezers won't let me live peacefully." She looked at me then spoke "Is there something that they are making your life a hell for?" I nodded then spoke "Yes, but I'd rather not say…I'm not ready to tell anyone yet." She looked downcast but dropped the matter; she looked up and gave me a smile. I blushed then went to open the door. As we walked in the guards did not stop us, they must have been informed by Tsunade-baa-chan already and so we walked right in. We went into the various sections looking for anything.

Sakura-chan looked into the records of the day I was born but came up with very little as that was the day…Konoha almost burned down. She did however find some records of all people who were at the hospital that day. I wasn't surprised that the list was 5 pages long, seeing as what happened that day. "Wow a lot of people were hurt this day…I wonder what happened" Sakura-chan spoke out loud. I shrugged and lied "Must have been some sort of battle, I was born that day besides that I don't know of anything special that day" We gave up for the day and went outside, it was already dark and we were both hungry.

So I invited Sakura-chan to dinner, she asked if this was like a date and I half joked only if she wanted it to be. She laughed and we dropped the subject, we picked a restaurant and ordered some dishes. I particularly didn't know any as I survive on ramen for quite sometime. Sakura-chan recommended some rice dishes, so I went with curry rice with beef. She ordered something I never even heard of, Filet Mignon… (French name, it's a really expensive steak dish. The part of the cow from which this steak is from is right near the armpit I think? It's really tender, it feels like it melts in your mouth and it cost $21 for a pound, as there is only 5 or 6 pounds of it on a whole cow. I tried it once when I went to Paris with my cousin, she was not happy when she saw the bill.)

When our orders came we ate and talked a little bit. I always felt awkward around Sakura-chan when we were alone like this. The atmosphere felt romantic, music was being played and the room smelled of a really good aroma. I was lost for words as I listened to her speak; I droned out and just stared at her lips move. They were so tender and pink. I mentally smacked myself for even thinking this; I shook my head and turned my attention to my plate. When we were done I left the place soon as possible before I did anything stupid again. We walked along the dark street towards her house, I dreaded moments like these. I felt myself falling for her all over again even though Ero-sennin had told me drop the feelings I had for her during the training. He had said that I was too young to know true love and that even if I truly loved her, she might not return the feelings and thus leave me hurt. I retorted that I didn't care, all I needed from her was to see her happy. He called me a fool beyond reasoning after that.

Flashback

"God you are one stupid brat, why won't you listen? You're going to regret this once this is over. Even if you love her truly and unconditionally she might not return these feelings and you're going to end up heart broken." I fought back "I don't care, all I want to see is for her to be happy. My wellbeing can come second." He shook his head and continued "Your skull is harder then diamonds, both you and I know she has her sights on 1 person and only that person. You get nothing out of this why do you still pursue this?"

I answered "Even if she loves one person only if it makes her happy then I will get him back! Her happiness makes me know that I have fulfilled my promise to her. Whether she loves me back or anything I don't care."

End of Flashback

It was after that, that I realized what Ero-sennin was trying to tell me. Shortly I listened to his words and tried my best to fall out of love with her. It worked to some extent and I no longer held the crush I once had to her. But upon returning to Konoha I find it harder not to form a new one. We continued to walk silently until Sakura-chan spoke "Naruto, are you ok? You seem more quiet then usual." I gave her a smile and spoke "Don't worry I'm fine just thinking about something." She nodded and looked back ahead. When we got to her house we said our good-byes. I was about to turn and go when she gave me quick kiss on the cheek…I blushed like never before, I once again zoned out. I started thinking about all the possible things that could happen, however I was interrupted by a tap on my shoulder. I shook my head and turned back to Sakura-chan. She had a blush on her face and she said that I started drooling and laughing like Ero-sennin. I cursed myself again for picking up after him. She laughed at my evident discomfort and opened the door. We said good-bye once more and I left for my house.

Sakura POV

I don't know what came over me but I somehow kissed him on the cheek. It was almost all impulse; I almost regretted it when I saw the look he had on his face. It looked almost identical to the one that perverted old man he called his sensei had. When he recovered from what ever zone he was in, we said good-bye once more and I went back in. I had this feeling in my stomach; I couldn't believe I thought about him this way. Somehow I felt like I was falling for him, he was older and more mature. It might just be a crush or confusion as I have not seen him for so long. I'd better talk to Ino about this.

Naruto POV

I skipped down the street like a merry kid. I was in high spirits, I just got kissed and by Sakura-chan none the less. Heh stupid Ero-sennin was wrong about all this; I had a chance at winning her heart. When I got home I showered and changed into my pajamas then jumped into my bed. I felt asleep almost immediately.

The next day

I was back at the archives again searching; Sakura-chan somehow took time off to help me again. I was quite Gracious for her aid as I still had so much to look for. I was just about to give up when I came across something about the 4th Hokage… my father. I called Sakura-chan over and we took the box of documents down. We started searching through it. She asked what did the 4th Hokage had to do with my birth parents, I lied to her that he died the same day I was born so maybe there could be some sort of reference to anything that might relate to my origin. In truth I was trying to find any sort of evidence of who he might have dated or had a relationship with. Obviously whoever was my mother had to have been in love with him to have had me. The mystery about my mother was so big, even Ero-sennin and Tsunade-baa-chan didn't know. Ero-sennin said that my father was Hokage when Konoha was still at war so he must have kept his relationships secret or else risk having his loved ones hurt or used as leverage. After a few minutes of searching I came across a 2 photos of 4 people. They were dusty so I blew the dust off. I ended up sneezing and coughing. But I managed to get the dust of and I took a look, in one of the pictures there were 3 kids with a man on the right side of them. On the most left was a boy with a buzz cut, in the middle was a girl with black hair tied in a strange style, to the right of her was a boy with wild blond hair. No doubt my father and on the farthest right was Ero-sennin when he was young. In the second was my father when he was older with his three students. A girl with 2 marks on her face, a boy wearing goggles and the last boy was no doubt Kakashi-sensei. Sakura-chan took the pictures and gasped, she looked at me then back at the picture and back at me. "You look so much like the boy in this picture. The same color eyes, hair color and even hairstyle." She said shocked. Then when she saw Ero-sennin on the right she was even more shocked. Then taking a look at the 2nd photo she looked like she would faint. I guess she put 2 and 2 together.

Sakura POV

I couldn't believe how stupid and clueless I had been. The answer was right before my eyes, the boy in this picture was found in the Yondaime record box and they shared similar facial features so that meant this had to have been the young Yondaime. Also Jiraiya-sama was in this so that meant he must have been the sensei of the Yondaime. Then this was where Naruto came in, Naruto shares same facial features, and hair color and even eye color. Therefore He must be related to the Yondaime in some way. No wonder why Jiraiya-sama would even think of training Naruto, I always knew that a legendary sannin would not just pick up any child ninja and train him. Jiraiya was training his former students' family relative. I took a look at the second picture and I was even more shocked. In the picture was the Yondaime before he became Hokage and his 3 students. One of them was none other then our Kakashi-sensei. It was then that all the pieces fell into place; now I knew why…he wanted to become Hokage, why he respected the 4th Hokage so much. Naruto wasn't just any family relative! He was the Yondaimes' son! I looked up at Naruto and I saw the look on his face. It resembled a grim face with a weak smile. He gave off a weak laugh and spoke "So you figured it out now eh?" I looked at him…then I dropped the photos in my hand. I looked at Naruto and I fell to my knees, what other secrets did you have Naruto? What didn't make sense was if he had Hokage blood in him why wasn't it known? Why did the villagers treat him so bad? What exactly happened Naruto?

Ok there I decided to have Sakura find out this info. I'd rather have her know all this then for her to be clueless. Next chapter find out what happens between Naruto and Sakura.