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Chapter 1: Legacy

A 5-year-old boy was walking hand-in-hand with his mother towards the Hokage Tower. It was October 1st and people were decorating their shops for the Kyubi festival on October 10th. Coincidentally, this boy's birthday was on this day. It was the first year he would be able to go to the festival, and nothing could make his good mood disappear. Not even the glares that the villagers were sending his and his mom's way. This boy's name was Uzumaki Naruto, the jinchuriki of the Kyubi. He had straight red hair in a ponytail. Long bangs covered his violet eyes.

A/N: Think of the bangs Nagato had before meeting Jiraiya

He was nearly an identical copy of his mother, except for head shape and the whisker marks on his cheeks.. It was clear that he would have a sharp jawline when he would grow up, even while still having baby fat. Many people wondered who the husband of the Red Death was, not knowing of Minato and Kushina's marriage. Naruto himself always wondered this, not being told of his father's identity. He was a pretty smart kid for his age, but since he was a clear copy of his mom, he had nowhere to start. He didn't live in any clan compound, just a modest 2 story house in the better part of the village. He knew of his mother's reputation (and attitude) so if his father was anyone, he had to be special. He looked at his mother and sweat dropped. Her hair was flying in nine different directions, and somehow, someway there was a shadow on her face with her eyes glowing red, glaring at the villagers. This was another thing Naruto wanted to know. He had always been glared at, and shunned by villagers. This passed on to the younger generation which was why he had no friends. His gaze shifted to the Hokage monument, and looked at the Yondaime Hokage, his idol. He never knew why, but he felt somewhat of a connection to the man. His gaze shifted left, landing on the Nidaime Hokage. For some reason, he also felt a connection to this man. Nowhere near as strong as the Yondaime's, but a connection nonetheless. He looked back at the Yondaime's face and frowned. He looked at Nidaime's, then Yondaime's, Nidaime's, Yondaime's. He started to think, 'If I didn't know any better, I'd say they were brothers. Same chiseled jawline, facial structure, and spiky hair,' he thought.

Naruto looked back at his mother, who still had an angry look on her face that would make even Orochimaru cower in fear. And it did.

Flashback

"WHAT DID YOU SAY!?" yelled an irate Kushina. Minato and Tsunade were holding her back, mind you it took a lot of work. Jiraiya was sweating vigorously in front of her. Orochimaru, though trembling, responded, "I-I said you look fat l-like that…"

That was Kushina's boiling point as she got out of her husband and sensei's grasp. Her hair flowed violently as she started to be enveloped by Kyubi chakra. Even the Kyubi was trying to pull the chakra back in, hell, he didn't even want to be involved no matter how hard he was laughing. Kushina got on all fours and Orochimaru knew he had to run. He looked at her face and instantly peed himself and hid behind Jiraiya.

"NOT BEHIND ME! ARE YOU INSANE!" Jiraiya said to his teammate. He looked at Orochimaru who now had a terrified look on his face and pointed in front of him. Jiraiya slowly and shakily turned to look at where Orochimaru was pointing and instantly his face went pale. He saw a Kushina enveloped in a 3-tailed cloak foaming at the mouth.

That day, the alarms were sounded for an attack because of the amount of killing intent was letting off. Also on that day, 2 high-pitched screams were heard across the Elemental Nations.

Flashback End

"Uhm, Kasan?" asked Naruto.

Kushina immediately calmed down and looked at her son, "What is it sochi?" she asked kindly.

Naruto looked at her curiously, "Why do the Yondaime and Nidaime look so much alike?" he asked.

Kushina pondered for a few moments, "Well, I guess you'll just have to wait and find out, after all. Today will give you all your answers."

Naruto puffed his cheeks at the vagueness of his question. He turned his head quickly and looked at the Hokage Tower, "Kasan, will we be seeing Jiji?"

"Yes we will honey," responded Kushina.

"Is that where I'll be getting my answers?" asked Naruto.

Kushina smiled, her son always had questions. He had so many it would probably take until the Kyubi festival to answer them all. Of course that is if he didn't go off on his smartass rants. Whenever she and him were talking about a question, he would go on about this or that, trying to be smart. This could take up to three hours. She just hoped it didn't interfere with the Academy. She hadn't promised him that after the Kyubi Festival they would start their training for the Academy. Her smile turned to a frown. The Kyubi Festival, she really didn't want to take him, but she promised him she would take him when he turned 5, and if she tried to deny it, he would recite the entire conversation word for word. That conversation happened 2 years ago.

Kushina nodded at her son, "It is."

She looked up as she heard boys bickering. She smirked as she saw the boys coming towards them.

"... I can talk to my father, seriously. He can't just banish you," said a 10-year-old boy. He had long black hair and charcoal eyes. He had a blue, high-collared shirt with the Uchiha crest on it and black shorts. He had a leaf headband around his forehead and was carrying a box of pocky.

"... No, it's fine, seriously. If it will help the village I'm okay with it," said the other one. He had short, messy black hair and charcoal eyes. He had a black high-collared shirt, a tanto shoulder strap, and gray shorts. His legs were bandaged and his headband was around his forehead and he had two pocky in his mouth.

"Hey Itachi-kun! Shisui-kun!" she said.

The two Uchihas looked at the voice and smiled, "Hello, Kushina-senpai," said Shisui, "how are you?"

Kushina smiled at her subordinate, "Just fine, taking this kid to Hokage-sama for a talk," she said, gesturing to Naruto, who was hiding behind her leg. Shisui kneeled down to Naruto's height, "Hey there, what's your name?" the older boy asked. Naruto looked surprised that he wasn't yelling at him, "N-Naruto," he said shyly. Shisui smiled, "Well I'm Shisui. Nice to meet you."

While Shisui talked with Naruto, Kushina turned to Itachi, "I couldn't help but overhear you talking about someone getting banished from the clan?" she said in a sweet voice that made Itachi shiver.

"Um, yes, well. Otosama wanted Shisui to join ANBU as a double-agent for the Uchiha Clan. When Shisui refused and said we should negotiate more with the village he got so angry that he banished him," Itachi sighed. Ever since the Kyubi attacked and Danzo's claims that it was because of an Uchiha, the village and the clan weren't on good terms. It was only a certain amount of time before something bad happened.

Kushina's eye twitched, "THAT FUGAKU! I HAVE SOME WORDS FOR HIM! HOW DARE HE!" she said enraged. Shisui and Itachi sweatdropped, "Kushina-senpai, I appreciate your concern but I have everything under control. Luckily Mikoto-sama was kind enough to lend me some money to buy me an apartment, and even said she would pay rent for the first 6 months until I could get back on my feet," explained Shisui.

Kushina calmed down a little and crossed her arms, "Even still, you're only twelve," she said, "Hey! How 'bout you come live with us!" she said. Shisui's eyes widened but then he shook his head, "No, I couldn't do that. I don't want to trouble you with me and the clan," he said. Kushina sighed, "Alright, but know that you'll always be welcome," she said cheerily, "Now if you'll excuse us, me and Naruto need to get to Hokage-sama's office," she said as she and Naruto walked away, "Bye, Shisui-nii, Itachi!" Naruto called. Shisui smiled and waved along with Itachi and the Uzumakis, 'That gaki, he'll be something one day. I just know it,' thought Shisui, thinking about Naruto.

xxx

Sarutobi Hiruzen, also known as the Sandaime Hokage, was a patient man. That being said, he was very jealous of his successor who was able to beat paper work. No matter what he thought of, he could never come up with something to defeat the never ending pile. If there was one thing that could brighten his days, however, it was the ball of energy that was Uzumaki Naruto.

"HEY JIJI!" exclaimed Naruto as he came rushing through the door. The old Hokage looked up from his work and smiled, "Hello, Naruto-kun," he said. He then looked at Kushina, "Hello, Kushina-chan."

Kushina looked at Sarutobi and smiled, "Hello, Hiruzen. Still have paper work?" she asked smugly. Hiruzen pouted. He knew she knew what the secret to defeating paperwork was, but she would never tell him.

"Yes, yes. But let's get down to business," he said seriously as Kushina nodded. Hiruzen looked at Naruto, "Naruto-kun, your mother and I have decided that you deserve to know now about your heritage," he told the young boy.

Naruto's eyes widened, "You mean, like my dad and other family?"

Kushina smiled down at her son, "Yes, like I said, you'll have all your answers today," she said.

"But Naruto-kun, before we tell you, you need to know why we didn't tell you earlier. Both your father and mother's side had very powerful shinobi which is why you haven't been told. We both wanted to protect you," said Hiruzen, "So know that you can't just go around exclaiming who your family was, okay?" Hiruzen asked the redheaded boy.

"Okay," said Naruto. He felt a soft hand on his shoulder and looked up at his mom who had a soft smile on her face. Kushina nodded, giving Naruto the go-ahead.

Naruto looked down at the ground, "Wh-Who was my dad?" he asked.

Sarutobi smiled at the young boy. He opened the drawer and took out a piece of paper. Getting out of his seat, he walked over to Naruto and handed the paper to him. Naruto grabbed the paper and his eyes widened. He saw his mom in a white dress and green apron. Next to her was a tall man with golden blonde hair and blue eyes. He had on a Jonin uniform with the Hokage robe on.

"My dad w-was th-the-"

"Yondaime Hokage," finished Sarutobi.

Naruto started to shake. He fell to his knees clutching to the picture of his mom and dad. He started crying like he had never cried before. Kushina kneeled down next to him and wrapped him in a hug.

Naruto stayed like that for nearly 20 minutes, balling on the floor of the Hokage's office. The entire time Kushina kept him wrapped in her arms humming to him. Naruto stood up and wiped away the leftover tears from his eyes. Again he looked up to his mother, who nodded.

"W-why do Yondaime and N-Nidaime look alike?" asked Naruto in a choky voice.

Sarutobi wasn't expecting this question, in fact he was planning on telling him later. Still he smiled and got another picture from his desk. Naruto reached for the picture and turned it around and saw the Nidaime with a woman. Nidaime had on a blue ceremonial robe and was holding the woman's hand. The woman had straight golden blonde hair, blue eyes, and was wearing a red and white kimono. Naruto frowned at the picture, "Jiji, w-what's this?" he asked.

The Hokage smiled, "That Naruto, is a picture of your great grandmother and great grandfather," said Sarutobi, "Like I said, your father's family had strong shinobi. Him, my sensei, your great grandmother, and their clansmen before them. After 1 or 2 generations, the Namikaze Clan switched over to being a civilian clan of trade. Your father, however, had natural shinobi talent and enrolled in the Academy, I wonder where he got that from?" he said pointing to the two people in the photo.

Naruto smiled softly at the photo, tears of happiness filling his eyes.

"I would have something to give you," said Kushina, "but people didn't guard the Hokage's office the night of the DAMN KYUBI ATTACK!" she added, quite aggressively aiming the jab at Hiruzen. Hiruzen flinched at the comment. Naruto, however, was just confused.

"Wh-what? W-what were you g-gonna give me?" he asked.

Kushina sighed, "Well you see, the Nidaime was known for his water jutsu and kenjutsu, but was also known for other things. Such as sealing and less known, lightning jutsu. He created what became known as Hiraishin, or Flying Raijin. He also created the sword known after the Raijin no Ken, named after his famous jutsu. When you put your chakra into it, lightning spews from the handguard and creates a blade made of lightning. I was going to give you the sword, whether your affinity is lightning or not, but during the attack, a buffoon didn't leave any ANBU in here and Rokusho Aoi stole the scroll and ran off somewhere," said Kushina frustratedly.

Sarutobi sweat dropped. He knew that Kushina was still mad about that, and bringing up Tobiama might not have been the best idea.

"Hey, Jiji?" asked Naruto, "Do you know why everyone looks at me with those eyes?"

Sarutobi flinched at the question. He knew it would come up and he didn't think he would be able to answer it. He looked to Kushina who gave him a look that said, don't say anything. He looked down solemnly at Naruto.

"I'm sorry, Naruto-kun, but I cannot answer that now," he said.

Naruto looked confused," B-but you s-said I-I would h-have all my a-answers," he replied.

"Naruto, there are some things better left unsaid, and for the time being this is one of those things," Kushina said to her son, kneeling down and lifting his chin to see her gaze, "Understand?"

Naruto nodded at his mother. Kushina stood up and ruffled her son's hair, "Alright, I think we'll head out now," she said to Hiruzen.

Hiruzen smiled at the family of two, and walked behind his desk resuming his paperwork.

xxx

When the Uzumakis got outside, it was nearing dusk. Most shops were closed and most things left open were bars or taverns. She could already imagine the InoShikaCho trio having a drinking contest. Naruto soon realized that they were not heading home. He wasn't worried, seeing as he was with his mother, but he was confused and somewhat scared. Soon enough he heard footsteps and his mom jerked forward with someone on her back.

"KUSHINA-NII!" yelled a lady. She had on a fishnet bodysuit, a brown trench coat, and purple hair. Kushina turned to the lady and smiled, "Hey, Anko-chan, how are you?" she asked the woman named Anko.

"Aah, same-old same-old, stalking Kakashi and all that," she said.

Meanwhile, Naruto looked at the confrontation with a bewildered look on his face. Who was this woman? How did his mom know her? Why did she call her Kushina-nii?

"K-Kasan?" he asked. It was then Anko noticed him. Her face looked up and squealed un-Anko-like.

"KAWAI! KUSHY-NII! WHO'S THIS?!" she exclaimed. She picked up Naruto and hugged him, pressing him against her big breasts. Kushina stood there with a blank look on her face. She then realized what was happening and burst out laughing. It took nearly a minute for Naruto to get loose from Anko's grip and he hid behind his mom's leg.

"K-Kasan? Who's the s-scary l-lady?" he asked. Kushina just smiled, "This is Anko, as you can see, I'm a bit older than her, but we've known each other for a long while. We had the same sensei, but I had him before her. I was already a Jonin when he was with Anko. When I realized who her sensei was, I introduced myself and we've been friends ever since," Kushina explained.

"Who was your sensei?" asked Naruto. He soon realized he shouldn't have asked that as he saw both Kunoichi's faces darken.

"You don't need to know gaki," Anko said solemnly. However, right after saying that she turned back to her regular cheery self, "So are you gonna let him sign it? After all, today was the day he learned everything, was it not?" she asked Kushina, jumping up and down. Kushina just sighed and shook her head, "I was thinking when he became a genin, he doesn't really need one right now, since I'm here and can summon one if I'm away. Or I can have Kakashi or Shisui watch him," responded Kushina.

"What about me?" asked a pouting Anko.

"You wouldn't watch over him," said Kushina.

"And you're absolutely right, as always!" responded Anko.

"Ano, but w-what th-thing a-aren't y-you letting m-me sign?" asked Naruto.

"Oh, it's nothing. You'll find out soon though, I'll promise," said Kushina.

"Well, I have to be off, Ibiki's not patient and if I don't get a good night's sleep I don't think I'll be at work on time," said Anko.

"Alright, we should be getting home too," said Kushina.

xxx

Naruto and Kushina had walked for another 10 minutes before they stopped in front of a large gate. Naruto looked at it curiously.

"Kasan? What's this?" he asked. His mother was the only one he never stuttered around.

"Home," said Kushina, "I've already put everything from our old house in here, don't worry."

Naruto looked up at his mom, "Is this where you and Otosan lived?" he asked.

Kushina looked down at her son and nodded with a smile. She stepped up to the gate and bit her thumb. He smeared the blood from the wound onto the gate and it opened. In front of Naruto was a giant house. He could tell that it was meant for a medium-sized clan because there were side houses, but it was still amazing. The training grounds were a little overgrown, probably because nobody had lived there in 5 years, but it would be clean within a few hours. He got the look on his face you could only find a kid in a candy store could and he ran into the house. It was nearly 2 floors of the library, and the entire back was a dojo for kenjutsu and taijutsu. The third floor was more of a living area, and was accessible by outside stairs leading to the porch from the ground. This was most likely the house for the main family, so the living area was about the size of a one story home. There were 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a good-sized living room, dining room, and kitchen. He ran to his room and saw his katana his mother had gotten him already waiting for him. It was nothing special, but it was more durable than most other katanas. The blade was black and the handguard was of the Uzumaki Swirl. He looked and saw his bed and next to it on his nightstand were 2 empty picture frames, most likely for the pictures he had gotten today. He smiled and put them in. He turned around as he heard a knock on his door.

"Do you like it?" asked Kushina.

"Like it, I love it," he responded, "There's like an endless amount of knowledge. I can become Hokage in no time.

Kushina smiled at her child, "How does it feel?" she asked.

Naruto contemplated this for several moments, until he finally responded, "Feels like home."

Kushina's smile turned even brighter, "Good. Because we'll be living here from now on. Now get some sleep."

Naruto nodded and got in bed. Kushina gave him a kiss on the forehead and turned off his lights, "Good night, sochi," she said.

"Night Kasan," responded Naruto, falling asleep in an instance.

Kushina stepped outside, 'This is where your legacy lies, Naruto-kun.'

END

Wow! That was fun. Can't wait for this. Let me know if you've guessed Kushina's sensei, and what Naruto will be signing. Anyways, hope you enjoy this story, there's a lot more to come.