Naruto: Archer and Loner
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Chapter 5: Training Begins and Council Fights
Naruto woke up in his bedroom. Slowly getting out of bed, he thinks over the last week. Kiski started with teaching him how to read and write Kanji. When Kiski felt he had a grasp of the letters, the true torture began. Kiski had Naruto write each Kanji a hundred times to be sure it stuck in the young boy's mind. And they had to be written perfectly. If one wasn't, Naruto found the true meaning of torture. He had to start all over! It was insane, but allowed Naruto to grasp reading a lot faster.
Naruto made his way into the bathroom to get ready for the morning. He didn't know what today would bring, but he knew from Kiski that sometime in the next few days his Clan status would be released to the village. That thought scared him. Mainly because he didn't want people to treat him differently because of him being in a Clan. Yeah, being treated better would be a plus, but he wanted to gain acceptance through his own actions. Kiski taught him a lot about the history of the Uzumaki Clan and how strong they were. The other thing they talked on was the Kyubi. That was an eye opener for Naruto.
Flashback
"Naruto, the Hokage mentioned you said you heard a voice tell you what to say and offer you power. Is that correct," Kiski asks.
"Yes. It was a deep, booming voice in my head. I don't know what or who it was," Naruto says.
"I believe it was the Kyubi, Naruto. I want you to be careful when you hear its voice. It will try and use you and get you to release it from the seal. You have to have a strong resolve and never allow it out," Kiski says.
"What if it gives advice to help me," Naruto asks.
"At those times, you will have to make your own choice. The fact that it can talk to you at a moments notice worries me, Naruto. I'm not saying that you will give in to it, but you must be careful. I honestly wish that you hadn't been chosen for this burden," Kiski says sadly. "You have to be careful when it comes to the Kyubi. That is the best advice I can give you."
Flashback Ends
Naruto stepped out of the shower and dried off. Looking in the mirror, he notices the changes in his body after only a week. A week of solid and good food helped him put on some weight. Putting the thoughts of the past out of his mind, Naruto got dressed and headed down to the kitchen.
"Good morning, Kiski," Naruto says, walking into the kitchen and seeing Kiski at the stove.
"Good morning, Naruto," Kiski says as he places a plate of eggs and bacon on the table. Naruto makes a beeline for it, sits down and starts digging in. Kiski fixes his own plate and sits down.
"What do we have planned for today," Naruto asks.
"Well, Naruto, today we will be going to face the council and afterwards, we'll be doing a little test," Kiski says. "I want you to be on your best behavior today, Naruto. Allow the Hokage or me to do the majority of the speaking when it comes to the council meeting. We can't afford any mistakes. The civilian council is ruthless and power hungry."
"Ok, Kiski," Naruto says. "I'll try my best and stay quiet unless asked a question."
"I think-," Kiski starts until he hears a knock at the door. Getting up, Kiski goes to the door and opens it. Seeing the Boar Anbu there, Kiski steps back.
"Kiski-san, you and Naruto-san are required to be in the council chambers in 10 minutes," the Boar Anbu says.
"We will be there, Anbu-san. Tell the Hokage we shall meet him there," Kiski replies.
"Hai," the Anbu replies and vanishes in a shunshin.
"Naruto, we have to go to the Hokage Tower and head to the council chambers now. Make sure you're dressed to impress," Kiski says.
"I'm ready now, Kiski" Naruto says coming up to him. Kiski turns to see Naruto. Naruto is wearing a pale blue Yukata with Uzumaki swirls on the chest above the heart and on the center of the back.
"I see you are indeed ready. Let us go," Kiski says and leads Naruto out of the compound.
Council Chambers
Naruto and Kiski entered the council chambers. Naruto looked around seeing the chambers for the first time. He saw the various Clan heads seated to the right of a central table with 4 seats. To the left side of the room, he saw what he assumed was the civilian council members seated. Some glaring at the young boy. Naruto paid them no mind.
"Aburame-san, Nara-san, Yamanaka-san, Akimichi-san, Inuzuka-san thank you for the help you gave me over the last few years," Naruto says to the clan heads bowing in respect.
"It would've been too troublesome to not help you, young Naruto," Shikaku Nara says sitting up straight. "Any kind person would've done the same."
The various clan heads all nod in agreement. Just then, the council chamber doors opened once again. The Hokage, elder council and Hiashi Hyuga walked in and sat at in their seats.
"I have called this meeting to acknowledge the Uzumaki Clan in Konoha once again," the Hokage begins. "Naruto Uzumaki, please step forward."
Naruto steps forward with his head held high. Kiski standing slightly behind him.
"Naruto, as the last Uzumaki in the village of Konoha, we the ninja Clan council acknowledge you as the head of the Uzumaki Clan," Hiashi Hyuga says his voice slow and even.
"I object," a fat civilian councilman shouts. "There is no way that boy is from a clan. He is an orphan. We all know this because that is what we were told 6 years ago, Hokage-sama."
"I have the proof of his heritage here. The ninja Clan council has already seen the proof and voted on acknowledging young Naruto as a true Uzumaki," the Hokage says. "And you will speak of young Naruto by using his name. Not boy am I understood?" The Hokage starts releasing KI at the fat fool.
"Hai," the councilman replies his face becoming pale at the oppressive feeling from the Hokage.
"I want to see this proof, Hokage-sama," Mibuki Haruno says. The Hokage passes 2 scrolls over to the pink haired councilwoman. She looks over it before her face pales at the truth.
"Hokage-sama, it lists his mother, but not his father. Was he a bastard or the child of a rape," the woman asks.
"No. His father isn't listed at this time for his protection and the protection of the village. And that is all I can say on the matter," the Hokage replies.
"Very well. Then we of the civilian council acknowledge young Naruto as clan head of the Uzumaki Clan. I wish to call for a vote to have him place in the CRA," Mibuki says, a small smile on her face as she looks at the Hokage.
"Naruto will not be placed into the CRA unless he requests it," Kiski shouts, his eyes narrowing at the woman. 'I knew they would try something like this. They will try and get power from young Naruto any way they can. I wasn't there for him in the beginning because of them, I will be there for him now,' Kiski thinks to himself.
"Who are you," Mibuki asks.
"I am Kiski Uzumaki. Naruto's trainer and guardian," Kiski calmly replies.
"Since you are an Uzumaki then you can be placed in the CRA instead," Mibuki says.
"No. I am not a true Uzumaki. I was adopted into the clan a long time ago. I have no Uzumaki blood in me," Kiski replies, a smug smile on his face.
"We are getting off topic, Hokage-sama," Homura Mitokado says. "Since young Naruto is too young to be on the council, he must choose someone to be his voice. Someone who will protect his interests."
"That is quite true. Naruto, you have your first choice as a Clan head. You must choose a person to be your voice on this council until you are of age. This person will fill you in on important matters and how they voted in that matter," the Hokage says.
"I already know who I want to represent me, Hokage-sama," Naruto says confidently.
"Really? That is surprising. Who have you chosen," Hiashi Hyuga asks.
"I choose Shikaku Nara as my voice. I feel he would be the best person to act as my voice and vote in the best way," Naruto says.
"Troublesome. But, I accept this responsibility, Uzumaki-san," Shikaku says.
"Well, if no one else has anything to bring to the councils attention," the Hokage says, pausing for a moment to give anyone a chance to interrupt him. When no one does, he continues, "I call for this meeting to close for now."
Uzumaki training grounds
After leaving the Hokage Tower, Naruto and Kiski went back to the Uzumaki grounds. Naruto changed into some training clothes. Lightweight shorts and t-shirt. Kiski comes out of the dojo carrying something.
"Naruto, it is time for the test. You must take this seriously and remain calm at all times," Kiski tells Naruto.
Naruto steps before Kiski, scared and excited. Kiski pulls a bone white bow out of the canvas bag he's holding. It has no string on it, but has three Uzumaki swirls in the center and a dragon head at each tip.
"This is a Quincy's bow. You'll notice it does not have a string and I did not bring any arrows. I want you to carefully pick it up, Naruto. If you are a Quincy, we will notice immediately," Kiski says sternly.
Naruto cautiously picks up the bow. Immediately he feels a surge of power running through his body. He watches in amazement as a blue string links the two dragon mouths at the tips of the bow. He looks up at Kiski and sees shock and surprise in his eyes.
"Naruto, you are a Quincy. Place the bow down for now while I explain your power," Kiski says.
Naruto places the bow down on the canvas bag, watching as the blue string slowly fades into nothing.
"Naruto, what can you tell me about Chakra," Kiski asks.
"Well, from what you told me, Chakra is made up of Physical energy and Spiritual energy. A ninja balances this and it allows them to use Chakra in jutsu's and techniques," Naruto replies. "A person increases their Physical energy through training the body and their Spiritual energy through challenging the mind and studying."
"Textbook answer. Now on to your power. Your Quincy power comes from the Spiritual aspect of Chakra. However, unlike a ninja, you don't get it from intelligence, so to speak," Kiski says.
"What do you mean," Naruto asks.
"Your Quincy powers allow you to constantly draw Spiritual energy from around you. Every life force from the smallest plant to the tallest mountain has Chakra in it. You are able to draw this energy naturally," Kiski says.
"Wow! Then I'll be an amazing ninja," Naruto says excitedly.
"Yes, you will, Naruto. However, you must learn how to sense Spiritual energy, because it is possible for you to draw it from someone who is on the brink of death and kill them without realizing it. I will teach you the concept of how to do this, but it is up to you to actually succeed," Kiski says.
"I will succeed, Kiski-sensi," Naruto shouts.
"Then let us begin," Kiski says.
'The boy is starting his training now. Soon he will be drawn to my power. After that, I'll be able to speak to him whenever I want. I will tell the boy what no one else will tell him. I will shatter his spirit with the truth and get free of this accursed seal!' The voice thinks to itself.
Dang. This one turned out longer than I thought it would, but I did it. The next chapter will be an overview of the next 2 years. I'm going to do the time skip to place Naruto in the Ninja Academy so we can see exactly how he grows with the others. I have plans on how this is going, but it could change as I'm writing it (some writers know this feeling. Words just have a natural way of popping out where they want to. Lol). Hope you all enjoy this chapter and let me know what you think!