I don't own Naruto/Death note

Rules and Regulations

Naruto quickly ran from the scene. If the anbu found him there… things wouldn't be pretty. He would most likely be blamed. Also, he needed to keep the death note hidden. Who knew what those fools would do with such power.

Anyway, he needed to get home, and fast! It was common knowledge that those underage were not supposed to be out late at night. He found that out the hard way, which was worse because the person thought he was the 'demon.' One thing is certain, the village needed cleansing, and he would do the tedious task.

He finally reached his apartment. He opened the door and went in, wondering what the damage was this time.

Some took the time to find out where he lived. At first, he thought it was generous that someone cared where he lived, until he found out why they wanted to know that information. One day, he came home to find the room a wreck. He vowed never to tell people again, but the damage was done, and they returned every month for more.

He looked over the damage. Luckily, after a while he noticed if he made it look in horrible condition, they wouldn't do much.

Brushing the empty ramen cups of his table, he placed the death note on the table and took a seat facing it.

"Might as well learn more about its uses…" and he read:

1. The human whose name is written in this note shall die. 'Okay, I alread know this much. Next.'

2. This note will not take effect unless the writer has the subject's face in their mind when writing his/her name. Therefore, people sharing the same name will not be affected. 'I'm now glad I had to face Mizuki, otherwise I wouldn't have killed him with the death note.'

3. If the cause of death is written within 40 seconds of writing the subject's name, it will happen. 'I'd have to test this one out later…'

4. If the cause of death is not specified, the subject will simply die of a heart attack. 'Makes sense, after all, that's how Mizuki died.'

5. After writing the cause of death, the details of the death should be written in the next 6 minutes and 40 seconds. 'Oh, so you can make their death simple, nice, and painless, or you can make it harsh, cruel, and painful. Very interesting…'

'Now that I know the rules, who should I–'

There was a knock on the door.

"Just a moment!" he shouted as he hid the death note. After making sure it was hidden from sight, he went and opened the front door to see the Third standing there. He immediately put up his cheery façade.

"Hey old Man! What's up?"

"Naruto, may I come inside? For we have much to discuss, and I'm quite sure you don't want anyone to know about what we have talked about."

"Um, sure… I guess…" as he moved aside so the Third could enter. The Third took a seat at the table, followed shortly by Naruto.

"So… what do we need to talk about?" Naruto asked innocently, though he had an idea of what the Hokage wanted to talk about but was caught totally off guard from what he said next.

"I want to talk about what happened between you, Iruka and Mizuki tonight."

"What are you talking about, old man? I have been here the whole time."

"Naruto… there is no use in lying to an experienced ninja like myself. I know you were there, and I know about 'It,'" said the old man wearily.

"Fine, I was there but what do you mean 'It?' I don't know what you're talking about."

"The book," he replied. "The book you used to kill Mizuki."

"How!? How do you know about that!"

"It doesn't matter, but there are two reasons I am here. The first is that, due to your bravery in the face of danger, you are now officially a gennin." He said, while handing Naruto the headband. "The other reason I have come is to, in a sense, congratulate you for finding that book. It is an invaluable tool to a ninja. However, there is a problem..."

"What, old man?"

"If the council found out that you have such a powerful object, they will order you to be executed. That book is now an S class secret. Only use it when your life is in danger." He paused. "You will take the gennin test with two other students. If, and only if you pass, you will start a special training system. With this training system you will be able to use your 'book' in battle against other ninja without any suspicion."

"Wow, are you really willing to do so much for me, old man?

"Of course I would, Naruto. Now, one last thing. If you use that book against the people of this village, I will have no choice but to stop you by all means necessary, even if I don't agree with it. Now Naruto, I must leave before my absence is noticed," and with those final words said, he disappeared in a puff of smoke.

Naruto just stood there, looking at the place the Third had just been. "Well, this sets my plans back for revenge… damn it! Guess they have to wait... somewhat..."

Now that he was done talking to Naruto, and giving him that warning, he sat at his desk, looking at an envelope entitled: 'gennin team candidates.'

"Now, I have to figure out a team that would work well for Naruto if he passes…

Yes, now review people and voting is still on! Will the shinigami be Ryuk or the Shinigami that sealed the Kyuubi?

Ryuk – 1

Shinigami that sealed kyuubi – 2