I thought of this after reading so many Naruto stories where he's the 6th Hokage or the 7th. I was all like, "Naruto could have been the 5th Hokage easy with a little help." So here's how I see it. Also, I made this because I've seen a lot of other stories where he finds out the truth about his parents and he gets Harems. It'll basically go the way of the cannon, but there will be changes.

The story starts from the meeting mentioned in Episode 81 of Naruto, when the 2 elders were talking to Jiraiya, just so you know.

Chapter 2: I'm… the Hokage?

"Oh baby, I'm tellin' ya, you gotta love the Leaf village. The girls here are off the charts!" Jiraiya said happily as he was using his telescope to peek at women. It was then he sensed 2 people behind him.

"Still playing the buffoon, I see…" Homura said as he and Koharu had finally found Jiraiya. Jiraiya chuckled nervously as he began to put his telescope away and turn to them.

"Just doing a little research… So, Old Man Homura and Koharu-sensei, what could you 2 scholarly advisors want with me?" Jiraiya asked in all seriousness.

"Don't waste our time; you should know perfectly well what this is all about." Homura stated.

"Come on, why the long faces guys? From what I heard talks with the Sand village went off without a hitch." Jiraiya said with a shrug.

"The Sand village stated publicly that Orochimaru was the cause for all of this, and has offered their complete surrender to us, but that is not what this is about." Homura said. They then told him of the things they were doing to control the situation, but then came the part Jiraiya didn't want to here.

"But first… we need a strong and trustworthy leader." Koharu said as Jiraiya sighed.

"Look guys, I don't know why you're going through the trouble of explaining all this to me. Now if you don't mind, I've got-." Jiraiya said as he pulled his telescope back out, but was cut off by Homura.

"I think you'll be interested in what we're about to say; especially since it concerns you." Homura said quickly and in a stern tone.

"This village needs the Godaime Hokage immediately" Homura started as Koharu finished for him.

"And yesterday, at an emergency meeting, with the Lord of the Land of Fire and Shinobi Council present, it was decided… We chose-" Koharu was saying, but Jiraiya cut her off.

"Oh, I don't know… It's not up my alley to become Hokage, ya know. Got spy networks and agents to run, so can't do it." Jiraiya said as quickly as he could. He never wanted to become Hokage, it was just… not his thing, ya know.

"Don't worry, we don't want you." Homura said as Jiraiya fell over.

"Okay… then who, and why come to me?" Jiraiya said as he tried to think of the poor sap they wanted to be Hokage.

"We came to you because you are close to the one the Fire Lord has chosen and from the things we've heard, this person would like to hear this from a friendly voice rather than an Anbu summoning them to the Council Chambers." Koharu said as Jiraiya stroke a thinking pose.

"Okay… who's the poor sap- I mean, lucky and honorable bastard- I mean guy." Jiraiya said as the 2 elders sweat dropped at him.

"It is Naruto Uzumaki... Namikaze." Homura said as Jiraiya's eyes grew wide. His face then became stone serious at the mention of Naruto's true last name while Homura and Koharu were shocked Jiraiya could look that serious.

"Naruto, why Naruto?" Jiraiya asked more seriously than he ever had in his life. He'd kill for that boy. True, during Naruto's early life he wasn't around, but when he came back he promised himself to be damn well sure to make up for it. He was just glad Naruto had turned out far better than what he would or could have been had he been around. If Jiraiya was around with the things he heard civilians say back then. Well… Konoha would have been a toad's foot-print in the dust.

"The Fire Lord believes the boy to be the perfect choice as Hokage… and we agree. Young Naruto has the same personality as the Shodai and Nidaime Hokages. He also has the same upbringing of Hashirama-sensei did when he was small. Our fathers used to tell us stories of that time and we believe Naruto to be perfect for the Hokage title." Koharu said with a smile as Jiraiya watched her and Homura closely. If they had any evil plans for Naruto, then he'd deal with them… himself.

"Also, Naruto is almost exactly like Hiruzen was at that age. He, like Hiruzen, is also a fervent believer in the Will of Fire, which all Hokages were, in this respect. Naruto also has an unstoppable determination, and drive which strongly impacts the lives around him, even his enemies had been affected by his empathy as even that Sand Genin, Temari has said to refer to the boy's amazing charisma as a 'unique power' that allows him to change the worldly views of others." Homura stated with a smile on his face as Jiraiya's face showed nothing but pure shock.

Jiraiya was absolutely and utterly floored. He had never really seen the 2 elders smile just from talking about a person's ANBU file information before, especially one younger than them. Hell, they used to frown or be stone faced permanently when they talked to or even spoke of Minato. Damn… Naruto really could change people for the better.

"Even though many of the people we've spoken to so far have called Naruto hyperactive, impatient, impulsive, and inattentive, we have also heard that, however; when the situation calls for it or when someone is in trouble, Naruto can be very serious, intelligent, and will instantly try to come to their aid. Those are great qualities of a Hokage. He may be young and inexperienced, but we have a plan to remedy that." Koharu said as Jiraiya sighed and nodded, knowing he would be part of the remedy.

"Fine, I'll help, but on one condition…" Jiraiya said as they began to talk more on the subject at hand.

With Naruto, a Few Hours Later:

Naruto was stripping himself bare trying to find his Ramen ticket as Teuchi sighed.

"Come on Naruto, you can have this one on the house, but next time don't forget your ticket or money." Teuchi said as Naruto gave him the biggest smile he could. He gave Naruto a fresh, steaming hot, bowl of Miso Ramen.

"Thanks, Old Man Teuchi, you're the greatest!" Naruto exclaimed happily.

"Don't worry about it. Just be sure when you're Hokage, you make Ramen the official dish of Konoha." Teuchi said with a chuckle as Naruto chuckled as well.

"Sure thing! Everyone should know the greatness that is ramen!" Naruto exclaimed as he began eating. After about five minutes he was about done when Jiraiya came in and sat next to Naruto.

"Pervy Sage, I didn't know you liked ramen?" Naruto said as he finished. Jiraiya chuckled and ruffled Naruto's hair with a smile.

"I do, but not as much as you. In fact I'll buy you another bowl, to celebrate!" Jiraiya said happily and with a laugh as Naruto was confused, but happy with more ramen. Jiraiya paid Teuchi for Naruto's last bowl and another for both of them.

"Celebrate what, Pervy Sage?" Naruto asked, but Jiraiya only chuckled and ruffled his hair again.

"That's a surprise for later, my young apprentice." Jiraiya said as Naruto shrugged and began to eat the ramen Teuchi had placed in front of him. 'You're just like Kushina and Minato; when ramen is around you don't care about anything else.' Jiraiya thought as he watched Naruto eat and then began his own bowl.

Later:

"Come on you old pervert hermit, what's going on?" Naruto yelled as Jiraiya had brought him to the Hokage Tower. Jiraiya merely laughed some more as he walked in front of Naruto.

"As a wise sage once said; all things are revealed in time." Jiraiya said as he could barely contain his excitement. Now it was 2 of his students who had become Hokage. Take that Tsunade and she said he'd never be a great teacher when he was training Minato, but her mouth was shut tight as his Hokage ceremony. Ha, ha…

"Alright Naruto, we're here, the place where your destiny is changed for the better!" Jiraiya said as he gestured to the Council Chambers' door.

The Anbu guards bowed to them as he and Naruto walked past them. Naruto was still as confused as ever, but he could tell this was goin g to be… something.

Naruto and Jiraiya walked into the Council Room, only to see all the sensei, the Clan Heads, and all other important figures of the village, including the Fire Daimyo. Naruto looked around, trying to remember everyone he had pissed off and half the people he didn't even piss off from this month.

He saw Guy, Asuma, and Kurenai (Sensei). He knew Kakashi-sensei was out on a mission today.

He saw Hiashi, Choza, Tsume, Inoichi and Shikaku (Clan Heads).

He saw Homura, Koharu, and Danzo (Konoha Elders).

He saw the Anbu Commander along with Ibiki and Anko.

He continued to look around and saw that no one of his age group was there, which made him quickly assume that it was something very important for all these people, each of who was important to the village, to be here.

"What's goin' on here?" Naruto asked with a serious face. He knew he couldn't be anything but serious around these kinds of people.

"You were right; he can get serious in a heartbeat." Choza commented to Homura as the older man nodded with a small smile on his face.

"Naruto Uzumaki, student of both Jiraiya of the Sanin and Kakashi Hatake, the one responsible for truly defeating the One-tailed Shukaku and foiling Orochimaru's plot, I, Lord of the Land of Fire, appoint you as the Godaime Hokage." The Daimyo said as Naruto's eyes grew wide with each word.

"Why me?" was the only thing Naruto could seem to ask as the Daimyo chuckled.

"You have proven that you are strong and dependable. You've shown that Will of Fire Sarutobi used to talk about. The people in this room have not one bad thing to say about you. You have the charisma and strength needed to lead. I think you're perfect for the job." The Fire Daimyo said as everyone around, except for Danzo clapped afterward.

"I still don't see why me. Why not Kakashi-sensei, or Jiraiya-sensei, or even Shikamaru." Naruto said as the Daimyo walked up to him and ruffled his hair. He didn't understand why he was arguing, but he knew that being Hokage was something that needed the right leader, so that couldn't be him yet.

"Each of the people you've named was considered, but in the end you were the best choice. Also, you're young, so there are many things you can learn still. You want to learn, unlike what I've read on that Shikamaru." The Daimyo said with a broad smile and much confidence.

"B-But I'm still a Genin! There's no way-" Naruto started but was cut off by Hiashi.

"The appointment of a Kage needs not to be ranked, Naruto-san. Chunin, like Sarutobi-sama have become Hokage, so why not a Genin for that matter? It is all about discernment, Naruto-san." Hiashi said as he gazed at Naruto with a small smile.

Naruto had helped him regain his nephew and make his family closer than it had ever been, so if Naruto needed anything of his clan, they'd do it without hesitation. The others of the room looked at Hiashi in shock, mainly because the man never gave anyone words of encouragement, even if his words were very discreet and hidden…

With that being said, the Fire Daimyo smiled and looked toward Naruto, who remained silent with his head to the floor in thought.

"Will you accept the position, Naruto Uzumaki, or should we call you, Hokage-sama?" The Fire Daimyo asked with a brighter smile.

Naruto stood still, still contemplating the offer. He thought he couldn't be Hokage now. He knew for a fact there were plenty of ninja who were stronger than him right now, but he was to become Hokage, the strongest of Konoha, the ideal figure of a shinobi…, but if this is what needed to protect the people, then so be it. He would protect those precious to him, just as Haku wanted him…

"I accept." Naruto said, with his head raised and fire burning in his eyes.

Some of them were taken back by the over whelming conviction in his eyes that promised his 110% on the job. They all smiled, even Danzo almost cracked a smile, as they saw him and his determination. They saw the Will of Fire in his eyes…

"Alright then, but there are a few things you should know if you are to be Hokage." The Fire Daimyo said as he motioned for Jiraiya to step forward. Naruto was confused as Jiraiya got on a knee to be eye level with him. He had a sadden expression on his face, and Naruto had a bad feeling about it.

"Naruto, there have been many times in your life where people have deceived you, lied to you… I was one of those people… we all were…, but on this day and all days forth; there will be no more lies and deceit. We'll give you the truth, no matter how hard it is for you to handle, that I promise you. And we'll start right now… Naruto, I'm your godfather." Jiraiya said as Naruto was confused and shocked at first, but more shocked than confused.

"I know this is all to handle, but it isn't over yet, so stay strong until the end, and you'll be a greater man and person than any of us in this room, okay?" Jiraiya said calmly to Naruto as he nodded his head.

"I know you've asked Sarutobi-sensei who your parents were, and he told you he didn't know, but he did. The reason he didn't tell you was because of the very thing you hold… the Kyuubi. He feared that you'd grow to hate others because of it and end up like that kid Gaara… He also feared you'd hate him… and he just couldn't bare that, so he decided we'd be able to tell you when you were a Jonin or 18 years old. Well, we break that poor decision today." Jiraiya said as Hiashi stepped up.

"Jiraiya-sama, if it is not too much to ask, I'd like to be the one to tell Naruto about his mother and father." Hiashi said as Jiraiya nodded and moved over for Hiashi to kneel down to be leveled with Naruto.

Naruto promised himself to remain quiet until everything was said. He owed that much to his grandfather-figure. Even though the old man had lied to him each day, he was still the closest thing to family Naruto had back then.

"Naruto, I know we may not know each other well, but I knew your father and mother very well. I won't kneel here and tell you of what great people they were, because that could take all night and day, so I get straight to the point. Your father and mother were; Kushina Uzumaki and… Minato Namikaze, the Yondaime Hokage. Your true name is Naruto Uzumaki Namikaze." Hiashi said as Naruto cried silent tears. He now knew his family didn't abandon him. But that let a question in his mind, to which Jiraiya predicted.

"Naruto, the reason your father sealed the Kyuubi inside of you is because he could never ask another to give their child if he could not give his. He sealed the Kyuubi into believing you were the only one to be able to carry such a burden, and not hate those around you. And I know he was right." Jiraiya said as Naruto sobbed silently at hearing his father's conviction and confidence in him.

"Your mother was a great woman herself. In fact, I believe your personality is almost exactly like your mothers, aside from the confidence, potential, and determination you get from your father. She was a beautiful woman as well. Although, she had a quick temper, loved ramen more than her husband's life, and was a loud motor mouthed…" Hiashi said with a chuckle as he remembered the old days.

"I was on a Genin team with your father, and Teuchi the Ramen Chef. We were trained by Jiraiya-sama as Genin and then your father continued training under Jiraiya-sama. Your mother was trained by Tsunade-sama, another of the 3 Legendary Sanin, along with my wife, Hime Hyuga, and Sasuke Uchiha's mother, Mikoto Uchiha." Hiashi said as Naruto looked a bit shocked that Old Man Teuchi had been trained alongside his dad. Was Teuchi as powerful as Hiashi or his dad then…?

"Naruto, you should also know that you're from two clans; the Namikaze and Uzumaki. Both of which you are the last of. So… you'll need to have a harem to revive them. We know it may be difficult-" Hiashi started nervously, faked nervousness, but was cut off by Jiraiya who snorted in disbelief. Jiraiya then wrapped an arm around Naruto's shoulder as if he was some kind of car salesmen. The women of the room growled at him as

"Naruto, my dear boy, you have a golden opportunity! You get to have multiple women who'll all marry you! Multiple women, Naruto! You need at least 4, but the skies the limit on how many you can have. I'd kill to be in your shoes! … …, but remember Naruto; only chose for love and nothing else. Oh, and not that girl Sakura, she's… just all wrong for you. A great sister or friend, but wrong for a wife." Jiraiya said as Naruto nodded his head. He loved Sakura, but not like that anymore. Maybe he could give Hinata a try. She was always nice to him…

"Also, the Namikaze and Uzumaki clans had bloodlines, but you'll need your clan scrolls for that. Other than that I believe we've covered everything… So Naruto, do you have anything to say?" The Daimyo asked as Naruto dried his tears with his sleeves. When his eyes were dried the others gasped as the burning fire in them was brighter than ever. They all smiled at him as he smirked back.

"Just one… let's get started!"

Alright then, the story's starting to kick off! I'm sure a lot of people are wondering where I'm going with this story so I'll let you all in on some of things that will be used in it.

First, Naruto will have 2 bloodlines, but they'll only play very minor roles to the story, will only being used in sparing. At least one of them will...

The second is that this will be a Naru/Hina/Harem story, but that also will play a minor role in the story.

And Lastly Third, Naruto will have allies in evil organzations... Two of them is in the next 2 chapters...

Oh well, enough free-bees...

Until Next Time, See Ya Later!

-T.K