I DO NOT OWN NARUTO OR ITS CHARACTERS
Naruto walked out of the academy with his headband tied around his arm. As he appeared outside, he noticed all of the families waiting for their child to come out with their headbands. There was Shikaku Nara, Inoichi Yamanaka, Chouza Akamichi and their wives, Tsume Inuzaka, Mikoto Uchiha and Itachi Uchiha, along with a few other civilian parents waiting for their children. The looks of surprise amused Naruto and almost shocked him because he didn't think anyone knew who he was. He continued walking as the adults made way for him to leave.
Naruto started making his way to the Hokage's Tower. It was time that he live on his own and to do that he would have to clear it with his former father. Thinking about it, Naruto knew that Minato and Kushina may feel a bit of remorse, but it was too late. Though it had only been about two years since he was living here, so much had changed. He wasn't a kid anymore, Sera had made sure that he knew that before he attained his title. His title was also something that had been on his mind lately. He knew that he was one of the most skilled swordsman in the elemental nations already, all he needed now was to gain experience and let his name grow. That was the only reason he was in Konoha.
Brought out of his thoughts by his realization that he had made it to the tower, he entered and proceeded to walk up the stairs to the Hokage's office. As he neared the door, he realized that the secretary was not there and he started to hear yelling. Coming up to the open office door, he was greeted with the sight of Kushina Uzumaki-Namikaze yelling at her husband.
"I want my son on my team Minato. I haven't seen Naruto in over a year. I've missed so much and I'll be damned if I miss anymore of his life so put him on my team" Kushina yelled.
"I must disagree Mrs. Namikaze" said Naruto alerting the two to his presence as he walked into the office. Kushina's eyes immediately watered upon seeing the boy she had neglected for so long. Shaking out of her stupor, she started to run to hug her son but was held back by Minato who simply shook his head confusing and infuriating her greatly until she realized how Naruto had addressed her. Mrs. Namikaze.
When Kushina stopped struggling, Minato quickly smiled. "Naruto, how was the exam?" he asked making way to his chair to sit down as Naruto did the same.
"Disappointing, Lord Hokage, most notably in the form of Menma. But I'm sure that Tsunade will make sure he is perfectly well" Naruto said coldly.
Both Minato and Kushina frowned. They both along with help from Jiraiya and Tsunade had trained both Menma and Narumi to be formidable opponents for most chunin yet Naruto spoke as if Menma was a simply a waste of time. Their concerns were interrupted when Naruto began to speak again.
"As for your suggestion Mrs. Namikaze, since I will be labeled as dead last for lack of attendance, I must be placed on the same team as the rookie and kunoitchi of the year. And though Menma and Narumi are at the top of the board in terms of combat, I doubt that their test grades match, isn't that right Lord Hokage?" Naruto asked with a smirk.
Minato sighed knowing that his son was right. "That's correct. I don't have the final results for everyone yet, but it looks like the rookie of the year will be Sasuke Uchiha and the kunoitchi of the year will be Hinata Hyuga" Minato said tiredly. He and Kushina had stressed to their children that book smarts were important, but it never took unfortunately. "Well Naruto what can I do for you right now?" he asked trying to figure out why his son was here.
"Lord Hokage, I was wondering if you could tell me of any apartments for sale" he asked causing both Minato and Kushina's eyes to widen.
"What are you talking about Naruto? You live at the compound with us. You can't leave, you're too young to live on your own" Kushina yelled.
Naruto simply rolled his eyes and pointed to his armband. "This means that I am considered an adult and it is also highly irregular for a non-clan member to live at a clan compound" he said confusing Minato and Kushina.
"What do you mean? You're still part of our clan with or without that armband" said Kushina.
Naruto only shook his head. "No, in accordance to Konoha Clan Law, once the title of heir is removed from said heir, they are hereby removed from that clan" replied Naruto without emotion.
At this point, Kushina started crying and Minato felt ashamed.
"Are you sure about this Naruto?" Minato asked.
"Very sure Lord Hokage" he replied coldly.
After staring at his son for a few moments, Minato sighed and started writing down the address for an apartment in Konoha's red light district and handed it to Naruto who took it and left with a simple bow. As Kushina continued to cry about losing her baby boy, he just prayed that Naruto would someday accept them back.
Time skip eight hours
Naruto was currently walking through the red light district of Konoha after just making an agreement to live in a nearby apartment with the landlord. As Naruto continued to explore the area, he sensed a follower. Smiling to himself he started walking out of the way of the buildings and businesses until he finally came to a forest. After a few minutes of walking through the forest, he stopped. Without turning around, he spoke.
"You should know that following me is not the smartest decision" he said then turned towards the area of the intruder.
He was surprised when his follower revealed himself to be Itachi Uchiha.
"And why is that" Itachi asked with his arms crossed.
Naruto chuckled. "You are the Uchiha prodigy, Itachi Uchiha, correct?" he asked getting no answer. "Would you do me the honor of sparring with me so that I may see for myself how much of a prodigy you are?" he asked seriously.
Itachi's eyes narrowed. "It would be much too dangerous for you to fight me" he replied trying to figure the boy out.
Naruto smiled. "Oh trust me Itachi, it won't be too dangerous for me" he replied looking up. "Beautiful night isn't it? A full moon. I need to understand where I stand in this village Itachi, so I must insist" Naruto said before reaching out his hand. To Itachi's surprise, a flash of light appeared in Naruto's hand and when it died, in its place was a large sword that seemed like it would be impossible for Naruto to even lift with both arms much less hold it in one hand.
Itachi looked at Naruto one more time before making his decision. Looking in Naruto's eyes, he saw confidence and power. So out of curiosity, he reached back and unsheathed his ANBU tanto and activated his sharingan which brought a smile to Naruto's face.
"I recommend that you go all out" yelled Naruto before vanishing. Itachi looked around before hearing a voice behind him. "Or you might just die" said the voice causing Itachi to quickly turn around and bring up his tanto just in time to block a downward strike from Naruto's massive sword. The single strike caused Itachi's arms to go numb from the force behind the blow. Just as fast as the blow came, it disappeared and before Itachi could react, Naruto was behind him and used his sword's blunt side to hit Itachi's back sending him flying about six feet away before he hit the ground. Itachi quickly jumped up and barely dodged a swipe from Naruto's sword. Gaining proper footing, Itachi looked for an opening to attack but was finding none as Naruto started to advance his attacks onto Itachi forcing him on the defensive. It was taking every bit of skill Itachi had to block each slash from Naruto. Eventually, Naruto slowed his attacks and Itachi took full advantage by attacking an opening that was left by Naruto on his left side only for Naruto to quickly vanish and appear behind him. Once again, Naruto hit Itachi in the back with the blunt side of his sword knocking the Uchiha face down on the ground. As Itachi lie there, Naruto jumped a few feet back and looked at him.
"I must say Itachi, you are the second prodigy that I have faced today and for the second time I am disappointed. Though I suppose kenjutsu isn't really your expertise is it?" Naruto taunted with his sword held on his shoulder.
On the ground, Itachi was thinking. 'He's moving to fast for my sharingan to even catch a glimpse of him. I've been holding back, but I know he is as well. That sword of his is strong and he knows how to use it. I may have to win this with ninjutsu' he thought before slowly getting up. Once Itachi rose, he started going through handsigns as Naruto watched with a bored but intrigued look on his face.
"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique" Itachi yelled as he blew out a large fireball towards Naruto. Naruto shook his head and began to spin his sword in his hand before re-gripping the sword and cutting through the jutsu. Once he did so, he looked up expecting to see Itachi but was met with nothing but the forest. As he was about to start looking for Itachi, a blade rested itself on the neck of Naruto.
"I win" spoke Itachi before the sound of clapping reached his ears. Turning around, Itachi was visibly surprised to see Naruto walk into the clearing clapping. Once Itachi turned, the Naruto he had a blade too poofed into smoke. Realizing what had happened, Itachi simply sheathed his sword and looked at Naruto.
"Well well Itachi, maybe it is too soon to write you off just yet, though you only did use one technique. Nonetheless I'm satisfied. Good night Itachi" Naruto said before turning around and leaving the forest.
Itachi stayed where he was contemplating the short spar the two had. 'That boy has a bright future ahead of him. Maybe a good rival for Sasuke as well.' Itachi quickly exited his thoughts as he quickly made his way to the Hokage's office. The jounin senseis were picking their teams tonight at the tower and he knew exactly who he wanted for his team after his quick spar which would leave him undoubtedly sore for the next few days. His mother is the one who had talked Itachi into becoming a jounin sensei saying that it would be best for Sasuke to learn from Itachi. That and she wanted him out of ANBU. He was hesitant to the idea but now after fighting Naruto, he knew this would be an exciting experience. So with that in mind he reached the tower ready to fight for the mysterious boy to be trained under him.
Authors Note: Next chapter will take a little longer because I plan on putting team placement and mission to wave all in one chapter so it will take some time but it will be pretty lengthy. Also please review!