Chapter 5

Here we are! I was about to post this Friday (Halloween in the US) but I was a bit to busy and forgetful... So yah. I present:

Chapter 5: Mission Part I

My eyes open wide the moment I hear birds chirping. I look to my alarm clock to discover that it was Five A.M. I got up out of bed and began my morning routine. This time, though, I was a little quicker seeing as I was anxious for the council meeting this morning. Kushina came down and prepared breakfast, knowing my quirk to work faster when I'm anxious. I sit down at the table and eat my breakfast quickly. I walk to the closet near the front door after leaving Kushina to finish her breakfast. I zip up my jonin vest and put on my cloak. I was about to walk out the door when Kushina stopped me.

"What's got you so anxious?"

"Nothing. Why?"

"Well, your already anxious because of the council meeting but now it seems your even more anxious on top of that. You're working quicker than if it was just a normal council meeting."

"Oh. It's just... Well we're discussing very important matters. All I can tell you is the Kurama want a mission and we need to approve it."

"Oh. Okay." She said in a small voice.

I walk out the door quicken my pace. In a matter of minutes, I find myself in front of the Sarutobi household.

Knock. Knock.

"Oh Minato! Well it's nice to see you. What can I help you with?" Biwako, Sandaime's wife, answered.

"Well, I'd like to talk to Sandaime if you don't mind."

"Of course not! Come in. I'll call him."

I walked into their home, past the kitchen, two halls, and into the living room. Biwako trails behind me then leaves to get Sandaime. He walks in, all prepared for the council meeting, a couple of minutes later.

"Hello Minato. I heard you wanted to talk to me about something?"

"Yes. It's about the council meeting. From rumors, I'm sure you already know about the Kurama," to this he nodded "and the mission request they sent. It claims that my son is there. They said they were going to give the evidence later today. I'd like to personally lead the mission. I know the council will be against it but I need your support. Also, if I may ask, will you fill in for me while I'm gone? If I go, that is."

"Of course Minato! Why wouldn't I? If I were the same situation, I'd do exactly what you're doing right now! Now, isn't it getting a little late? I'll see you at the council meeting."

"Thank you. Very well, I'll be on my way."

I excuses myself from the household and Hirashined to my office. I immediately look to the window. The same falcon is sitting on the perch, this time, holding a piece of paper. I take the paper out of the bird's grasp and gasped as I read the file. This was it. The other file I was reading a couple days before, it was missing an entry. This was the entry.

'Naruto Namikaze-Uzumaki: age 9, age captured- 4, reason for capture- father, Minato Namikaze, killed leader's brother in war'

My eyes widened in fury. They imprisoned my son, Naruto, because of something I did in war! It was my duty! Nothing else! How dare they! Foolish enough the cross the Yellow Flash! How dumb are they?! And Naruto's condition? I scan the page to his health records.

'•experiencing nightmares- ignored

•weeping- ignored

•depression- little investigation, ignored

•talking about dreams- ignored

Sicknesses:

Cold- x5- once a year, ignored

Depression again- ignored'

I was infuriated. DEPRESSION!? NARUTO MIGHT BE DIAGNOSED WITH DEPRESSION!? WHAT KIND OF PSYCOS ARE THEY?! OKAY, NOW I'M MAD. I store the paper, scowl on my face, waves of killer intent leaking out. I grab the file I was going to give the council and throw the paper in there. I grit my teeth. I don't care what they say. I am going. Kushina too. I will- no. Stop. Anger is just going to make this worst. Calm down. I walk out of the room with a leveled head, confusion drew itself on my face when I saw some ANBU laying on the ground. Then it hit me. Literally. The book came flying at my face, my expression unfazed. In one swift move, I dodge the book and appear behind the boys' back.

"You know it's not nice to do that Kakashi."

"Sorry Sensei. I thought you were one of them. They were just being just a pain..."

I chuckled.

"Yah yah. Make up your excuses. I have to go and Kakashi, don't do that again."

"Okay Sensei."

I walk down the hallway and glance at a clock. It's time. I look to the doorway, chattering from the council echoing through the door. I rest my hand on the knob and turned it. I pushed, door opened, and I was greeted with silence. Funny what one man can do, walk into a room and everyone stops what they're doing. I walk in, seriousness evident in my face. I sit on the comfy chair reserved for me. Turning my head side to side, I scan everyone in the room until I finally speak.

"We're all here. Let's start the meeting."

Nods of approval with head slightly moving up and down.

"Alright then. I presume you know about the Kurama situation."

Another wave of nods. One of the elders begin.

"May I ask, what are they doing here? They said they needed a reply to a letter. Is this of our concern?"

"They've asked for a mission. Not just any mission, a retrieval mission. Apparently, they've found one of their children in a prison and evidently Konoha clan children are there too. They've requested a joint-mission and have already prepared the legal issues."

"We must accept! Whose children are we talking about?" One member speaks.

"Hyuuga children, Uchiha children, and my son."

At the mention of Naruto, all eyes widen. Fugaku Uchiha spoke next.

"Then we have to do it! They are of ours and the Hyuuga clan! Not to mention, your son is the heir to two clans. He is the last child of Uzumakis!"

Shikaku interrupts.

"Yes but we must be weary. They've send two men, I assume those are the ones going on the mission, and they've covered all the legal issues. They know we'll accept. How do we know it's not a trap?"

"You're most certainly right Shikaku. I say we let Yondaime be apart of the mission squad. What better way to ensure the safely of the children and to disprove any trap. The Kurama know they can't handle the Hokage." Sandaime claims.

"But at the same time he is the Hokage! There's much to be done! He can't just leave!" Koharu argues.

All heads turn to the two bickering elders.

"If the only obstacle is his duties as Hokage in Konoha, then I will reassume my position until his return." Sandaime states clearly.

I stop them.

"I take it that since we're bickering about who should go on the mission, we approve? Well then, I was planning to go. I can handle any trap and they know they can't handle me. Also, I recommend Kakashi Hatake, Shinja Hyuuga, and Reiko Uchiha for the mission. Along with some ANBU, of course, and Kushina."

"Lord Hokage. We understand you going but the jinchūriki! Why?" Koharu proclaims.

"She is the mother of Naruto Namikaze-Uzumaki. She has every right to come for the same reasons as I."

Some members glances towards me with a baffled look while others, like Shikaku, nodded. Showing his agreement.

"Hokage's right." He started "If he and Kushina both go, then the chances of them succeeding in a trap will be every low."

Everyone knew Shikaku was the genius, and if he though it was a good idea, the rest of them would too. The confused looks of the other members quickly changed into a nod.

"Very well. We will accept and send Kakashi Hatake, Shinja Hyuuga, Reiko Uchiha, five ANBU, Cat, Fox, Bear, Wolf, and Dog, along with Kushina Uzumaki and myself. Is that clear? Okay then. I will inform every person included in the mission and we will leave tomorrow."

More nods of approval. I get up from my seat and wave my hand, an indication of the end of the meeting. I walk out of the room calmly, though inside was grinning like a madman. Finally. I'll see him again, and Obito will regret it. I frown. Why did things happen this way? My presumed-dead student comes 'back to life' and tries to kill me. What a twisted world we live in. At least tomorrow I can get it over with. I glance at the clock again. Sigh. This was going to be a long day.

Well there you go. Honestly I lost a bit of interest for a while plus I was really busy with weddings and stuff like that. Either way I'm not giving up on this story. The future chapters just make me so excited!