Chapter 5! Ok guys were will be given a choice on something. So read ALL the way through. But y'all would do that any way right? Sometimes I will say the hand sighs for a jutsu. Here is the web address if you wish to follow along. Keep in mind these are the basic hand sighs.

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Man I feel good, Naruto thought to himself as the grin he wore stretched from cheek to cheek. He has never felt this good in his entire life, but there were three things that would make his day just that much better. Number one is of course Hinata but that one is self explanatory. After everything that happened yesterday and how much he had to go through, he would do it again if he know the end result would be the same. But maybe he could grab Hinata's wrist and not the knife. And speaking of knife that was Naruto's number two. The pain in his hand would not go away. It pretty much kept him awake when he got home from Hinata's. Well it was his hand and how excited he was about the kiss between Hinata and himself. But it was mostly the hand. The third thing was the goggles. I wish he could go back and stop himself from throwing away those goggles. But if it was an exchange, then it was decently worth it in Naruto's opinion (hell, mine too). Then a question popped into his head. If Hinata gave me the goggles then how did she find out where I lived? He concluded that she must have been following him. He wasn't the type to really look behind him. He always looked forward and did whatever crossed his mind. So no wonder he never noticed, he was always distracted (and dumb) to care what went on behind him. But shaking those thoughts away, to be contemplated for another time, he got ready for the day.

Naruto was starving that morning. It was because the 'feeling he had kept pushing his appetite to be considered at another time, or rather right now. Lucky he got extra ramen then he usually got when he bought it all two days ago, for his breakfast was two of the four bags (12 instant ramen cups). Crap he thought. Now he only had 10 cups left. Shrugging he finished getting ready and headed for the door. As if instinct he went to his dresser to pick up his goggles before again realized that he had discarded them. Naruto not having his goggles on seemed a little discomforting but he had to live with it. But his mood was immediately was brought up when he ran out his apartment saying to no one in particular, "I know just the cure for this." This was followed by a grin and a wink, as the 'cure' was Hinata.

As Naruto was walking towards the academy he noticed that he wasn't getting as much attention as he was used to. Thinking nothing of it he he focused back on where he was headed.

Hinata:

Hinata woke up in a warm bed that was in a cold room. But the covers over Hinata began to warm up as she remembered what transpired only a few hours ago. Even after everything that happened she was still on the brink of fainting. That was one thing she wished she could take care of. Sat up to cool herself off,since it was getting hot in the bed, and to go get something to eat. As she made rights and left toward her waiting meal she wondered how Naruto was able to get all the way back here to here. Like she lived in THE Hyūga complex which is FILLED with Byakugan users. Knowing this she may start sleeping with one eye activated. Or Naruto was just a good ninja already. Nawww she will keep an eye out.

Hinata knew she was getting close to the dining table when she could smell the food being either made or freshly prepared. Sliding the door open she found the room to be empty. Smiling to herself she went and knelt by the table waiting for the food. That's when someone came to "join" her with her breakfast meal. Azuki. He was one person Hinata didn't want to see along with several others.

"Good morning Hinata-sama. Or should I call you Hina-hime since we will be betrothed in a few years?"said Azuki with a smile as he toke his seat next to Hinata (don't worry he'll get what's coming to him muwahhhh).

Hinata looked away to not show her face of complete disgust for the boy. If she could she would beat him right now. But she didn't although she REALLY wanted to beat him. She did her best to keep calm and gave Azuki the most convincing fake smile she could. Luckily he bought it an started to fix a plate. Finishing he handed it to Hinata with a smile and said "Here you go eat up."

Hinata just nodded and ate as fast as she could. She did not want to be in here with him any longer if she could help it. Then his annoying voice broke the silence again that Hinata solely wanted. "Hey Hinata? I don't have a mission today. Would you like to do something?" whilst he was looking up at the ceiling.

"No." Hinata said simply. She didn't want anything to do with him after what he had said yesterday. Even less after Naruto became closer to 'official' with her. Though it seemed absurd. How was it not official? He saved her life and kissed her more than once! This gave Hinata her normal reaction and Azuki caught this.

"I thought you said no?" he smiled. Right when he said his first word Hinata's face went stone hard. A trademark from her father.

"Azuki stop. I heard what you said to Neji yesterday so stop trying to be nice right now." Hinata retorted at Azuki's poor acting. "Now if you excuse me if have to leave now." as she stood up and made her way back to her room to be stopped by Azuki's voice once more.

"Ok then. But just because you heard that doesn't mean it will change anything. You and I will marry. Whether you like it or not." huffed Azuki. But Hinata just shrugged it off and turned to look at him.

"We will see"said Hinata with narrow eyes. Her voice didn't stutter at all during this conversation. This obstacle was in the way of her and Naruto, and she will RIP it apart. Then she finally turned away to get ready for school.

When she got to her room to get ready she noticed that someone had left a small piece of paper. Picking it up she knew what it was. She sighed to herself knowing that she would have to change something about Naruto the desperately needed changing. That head of his. But it would probably take quite some time but Hinata had that didn't she? She was going to have a LOT of time to spend with him. She fell to the floor at the thought of spending more time with him, smiling and blushing at how soon enough all her problems will be solved with the one boy of her dreams. Naruto-kun.

Then came the word that seemed to be out to get her whenever she thought all will be ok. Hinata knew her father and she knew he was the type of person who kept his word. If he did somehow find out about the two of them then Hiashi will seek Naruto out. Hinata gulped at this and said to herself "Now we have to keep our relationship a secret." but then again being pushed back in to a corner knew that Naruto even being near her was enough for him to go carry out his word. Shaking her head telling herself there is no use worrying now finished getting ready and made her way toward the academy. It was a big day today and she couldn't wait to see her Naruto-kun.

Iruka at the academy:

Iruka was waiting by his desk waiting for all the students to get to class. But he could help be concerned for Naruto. By the way he acted toward Hinata was finally clear at the end of class. The feeling Naruto told him about was about Hinata. Though Iruka liked Hinata as a student was more concern for Naruto was was like a great friend and coming closer to being a younger brother. This is when Hinata walked through the door and this made Iruka sigh in relief. At least she is ok but all the same he walked him to her before she could make her way to her seat and asked, "Hey Hinata are you ok?" even if she was ok there was still concern in his voice all the same. All his students were precious to him and he would help out in any way he could if he was asked.

In a shy voice Hinata responded in a formal manner to Iruka with a "Hai." and a small bow and headed for her seat. But instead she moved all the way to the back where there was an extra seat, as if she was expecting someone. That's when Iuka got the hint and smiled. She is waiting for Naruto I bet, he thought. After he looked towards the door and told himself, and I am sure that he will come running. Looking at the clock a annoyed smile crossed his face. And hopefully he isn't only running because of Hinata.

Naruto:

Shit I am late! Naruto thought as he dodged and weaves through the villagers. If he was smart enough he would invent something that made walking faster. Then he would never be late. But he guessed this is what running is for. After a few minutes of tireless running, that's the reason most people hate running, he saw the academy.

Entering the academy he though if a way he could sneak in without being detected. But then thought against it based on what happened last time he tried that trick. Thinking back on it all made him shiver because he still had faint foot prints on his chest. They would go away in about a week but never the less was still painful to look at.

When he entered the class the first thing he noticed was Iruka face, that had red mark on his forehead that seem to have a beat of it own, was struggling to keep from yelling at him. Smirked with his eyes close and said "Take your seat." But that heard Iruka say "Wait a minute."

Turning around Naruto a bit confused said,"Make up your mind will ya?" but then he regretted saying that.

"Say that again Naruto? If I remember it is proper to say thank you after some brings you something." Then Iruka smiling continued, "Or in your case holds on to said something to give it to you later. Isn't that right Hinata?"

The girl couldn't say much other then nod with a small flush at the mention of her name.

Naruto on the other hand was in shock that his Sensei kept that for him. "Thanks Iruka Sensei." looking at the item and then at Iruka repeated," Thank you."

Naruto put on said item after little to no pause when he said thank you again. He now felt closer to being complete. Now all he had to do was take his seat. He went toward the stairs and noticed Hinata getting riper as he approached her. Then a smirk crossed his face, he will play a small joke on her. When he was one row before to row Hinata was on he made a left and sat in one of those seats. He was still a child inside and loved to play but he regretted it as so as he felt a sad stare from behind. He turned his head slightly as he saw Hinata was facing the ground not noticing anything else. Mentally smacking himself in the face he got up quietly and toke his seat. Though he regretted his action he was still playing along with it. When he toke his seat he looked up to make sure no one was watching before he went over to slouched body and whisper so close to her ear it twitched from being tickled and said "Just kidding."

She didn't get up however. But Naruto could tell she had a reaction because her face was a tomato. "Hinata?" he asked a little concerned since she didn't stir at all. "Hinata?" he repeated as he shook her a little. Then he noticed a large smile on her face with her eyes closed telling everyone who dared to look at the two that Hinata has fainted.

Naruto sighed in his chair as he looked toward Iruka was speaking toward the rest of the class in future tense. Future tense? Thought Naruto, but that is only for things in the future. Listening closely to what Iruka was saying sounded like advice for being a shinobi. That is when Iruka called the first name.

"Evin Charles. Please proceed to the testing room." said Iruka as a boy stood up nervously and started walking toward the testing room. What is going on Naruto, thought. But then he got a clue. The giant letters on the board. Narrowing his eyes Naruto attempted to read the two words. Graduation Exam. What? That's tomorrow though, wait!

"NANI!" Shouted Naruto at the highest volume he could that managed to wake a startled Hinata who immediately sat up straight looking at attention but still with two roses on her cheeks. "THE GRADUATION EXAM IS TODAY?!"

Iruka looked at Naruto and had a face on that said figures and replied "Yes Naruto the exam is today. I told you yesterday remember?"

Actually Naruto didn't remember. He was too focused on Hinata to even give what was going on in class a thought. Then he wondered if Hinata remembered and ask her "Did you know there was the graduation exam today?" hoping he was not the only one.

"Y-yes I did k-know. I put i-it down in m-my calendar." said Hinata. She, again, wished she could stop her stuttering but it was going to be a very difficult habit to break.

"Dang it." complained Naruto as his head rested on the desk with his hands rubbing his head. But bring drawn from his slump mood he looked at Hinata how had so worry on her face. "What's wrong Hinata-chan?" a little concerned.

Twiddling her fingers Hinata said "A-About y-yesterday I-" but was cut off when Naruto pulled her a close enough so she could lay her head on his shoulder. She was so surprised that she almost lost it again but kept her composure by pinching her leg.

"I meant what I said and did. Even if I brought home a lasting memory." whispered Naruto as he lifted his left hand. It was healing fast but it would leave a scar. But Naruto wanted that for it was a testimony for when the two revealed how they felt about one another. Hinata had to pinch herself a little harder after hearing that because she was so glad to hear that neither of them regretted what happened what was done last night. But that isn't what she was going to bring up.

"I-I am g-glad to h-hear that." as a few tears parted from Hinata's eyes. "But I-I want to s-say two things. One is I-I am so s-sorry about a-acting the w-way I d-did." said Hinata looking toward the desk with a hint of a frown.

"Hinata," Naruto began," What you did made me realize what my feeling are for you. But I have a question." Naruto was remembering what Hinata said last night about if her father found out Naruto was there. "Why is it that your father would kill me?"

"T-That was the s-second thing I-I was g-going to b-bring up." Hinata was a little scared about what Naruto's reaction would be but she had to tell him. "My father doesn't want me near you at all. He said that he would kill you if he found out that you were close." Hinata's own reaction at what she said made her push away from Naruto in the off chance someone was watching them now. "Plus he has arranged for me to marry someone in the Hyūga family."

When Hinata finished Naruto didn't know how to react. Hiashi is pretty much keeping a relationship between the two impossible. How would they meet together after school ended? This was a lot of bad news. His thoughts were disrupted by some cheering and good luck positivity for the ignoring Sasuke. But Naruto went back to the problem at hand. Naruto finally got pissed when he went back to the part of Hinata being forced to marry. He would tear anyone apart if they attempted to marry or even touch her. Hinata was HIS and only HIS. He noticed her hands were clutched so maybe she already was thinking the same way he was.

"Hinata." said Naruto finally cracking a smile leaned over and placed his forehead on hers and finished. "We will figure this out. I am NOT giving you up." Hinata just looked in his eyes that repeated the word thank you and gave Naruto a quick kiss. Naruto retuned it as so as he felt contact. But their little world was interrupted when Iruka cleared his throat and repeated.

"Hinata Hyūga please head to the testing room."

Hinata then stood up and started walking toward the door but not before Naruto toke her hand and gave it a confident squeeze while he mouthed 'Good luck.'

As Hinata toke her test Naruto was trying to figure out who he and Hinata will be able to continue their relationship without being found out by anyone. Naruto didn't like (not that anyone would) having a death sentence hanging over his head if he got close to Hinata. But they both were determined to find a way around it so they would. When she made her way back to her seat Naruto was still turning up blanks. But he and Hinata were going to have to switch roles as Iruka called out "Naruto Uzumaki".

Naruto gulped. He wasn't ready for this yet. He didn't even know which jutsu the exam was over. Before he could go anywhere a small hand wrapped around his. Naruto turned to it owner to find Hinata giving him beautiful smile. The smile and her passionate eyes said that she had the upmost confidence in him. Naruto then stood up and started walking toward the testing area. As he walked past the other students they all were eyeing him. Most were whispering that he was going to fail but two or three people didn't know for sure because the past few days had a big impact on Naruto. These few people gave Naruto some ease, at least they all don't think I will fail.
The last face Naruto saw was Iruka's. That guy was hoping. Iruka wanted Naruto to graduate. But he was not going to give Naruto any leeway.

Just like the past two times Naruto toke the exam Iruka was behind a desk to grade him. But Iruka was not alone. This time there was another ninja there. Naruto didn't know and didn't care at the moment. All Naruto was focusing on was what he was going to be asked to do. Before the ninjutsu portion Naruto plowed through endurance and the basic Taijutsu drills. But right now could ruin his chances.

Then the moment of truth arrived. The jutsu they will mark the beginning or end of him becoming a ninja. Iruka looked up at Naruto and said "Clone jutsu. Naruto please perform said jutsu."

Crap thought Naruto that was his weakest technique. But all the same he was going to give it his all. Without saying a word Naruto channeled his chakra in the attempt to make an illusion of himself. Naruto made the hand seal of the ram and forced his chakra to make a clone (in Naruto they have to mold the chakra. Not force it). As he was in the process he could feel his chakra pour through different parts if his body. His body tickled a little but in on burst Naruto grunted as he yelled "Bunshin no Jutsu!" and finishing the deals with snake and tiger. Pushing his chakra even further a *PUFF* filled the room along with smoke. Looking to his right where the smoke originated didn't welcome the sight. His clone was flat on it stomach with its tongue sticking out. The clone was too pale to be mistaken for the real Naruto. Naruto looked at Iruka who had his eyes narrowed, twitching.

With Iruka's head reaching 20 feet in radius yelled "YOU FAIL!"

Naruto was taken aback by Iruka's change in shape. But after comprehending what Iruka said looked towards the ground. Then a voice spoke up.

"Why don't we pass him? Other than his ninjutsu he would be a well rounded ninja. Plus it's his third time taking the test. Why don't we cut him a break and pass him?"reasoned the person sitting next to Iruka.

Naruto liked that idea but his smile faded as fast as it had come.

"Mizuki, I wish I could pass him but passing Naruto like this would endanger his comrades on his inability to use a E-rank Jutsu. Besides, being a ninja requires one to be able to use ninjutsu. That's where we get nin for ninja." responded Iruka. Looking at Naruto he wished he could pass him. Iruka didn't like the fact about being bipolar.

Naruto didn't take that news well. Naruto was so frustrated at the moment that he could stand being in the room any longer. Naruto just opened the window and jumped outside. Iruka was about to follow but Mizuki said "Stay put Iruka. I'll go talk to him." and with a smile he left toward Naruto. When Mizuki left toward Naruto Iruka couldn't see the evil grin on his face.

Time skip 2 hours 30 minutes

Naruto:

Naruto was on a roof that was in the middle of town. It was early in the afternoon. It roof had a perfect view of the stone faces but Naruto was not there for sightseeing. He was there as an escape. Naruto really wanted to graduate this year. He wanted to be with Hinata. He didn't want to not be able to move on without her. And now that the fact that she past and he fail was weighting heavily on him. He couldn't face her now that he had failed. He felt that now their relationship will only get harder. With her being a genin and Naruto still going to the academy. Naruto didn't see a way out of this. He was depressed and couldn't find a good reason to pick himself back up. But out of nowhere he suddenly had company. It was Mizuki. He had grey hair and had green eyes. He wore a chūnin jacket. He also had some cloth on his head, like a beanie.

"Hey, Naruto. What's up?" Mizuki asked.

"Nothing." shrugged Naruto. Naruto thought he should try and thank Mizuki for him trying to pass Naruto but he didn't want to also.

"Are you depressed on you failing? If you are I want you to know Iruka wants you to pass." assured Mizuki trying to bring back Naruto from his down mood (or is he).

"Yea right. It is always me. Why is he hard on only on me?" Spat Naruto.

"Well he cares about you Naruto. Iruka only wants the best for you. But he won't let you get by easy. He knows your strong so that is why it's always you." said Mizuki.

It didn't really sound good to Naruto but he toke it. Then said "I really wanted to pass this time." Naruto said hopefully.

"Then I guess I'll have to tell you."said Mizuki.

Naruto was a bit taken back. This guy was trying to help him but Mizuki never really knew Naruto. Plus he didn't even seem all that interested in Naruto. But Naruto shook it off while he listened to Mizuki's on what he called "a way out."

Hinata:

In her room in the Hyūga complex Hinata couldn't stop worrying. Naruto didn't come back to the classroom, he didn't even seem to be at the academy at all. She couldn't help but wonder if father found out what happened in the class room. She shivered at that. Suddenly her door was quickly opened with Hiashi standing behind it.

"Hinata." said the emotionless face of Hiashi's. Hinata shivered at her name. She was silently praying that he didn't find out. Because of he did that would mean-NO she broke herself off. That could NEVER happen. Hinata was getting paranoid but said "Y-yes f-f-father?"

"Dinner is almost ready."said Hiashi who then turned and walked away.

Hinata sighed in relief but if her father didn't find out what was going on between her and Naruto then why was she feeling like this? Why was she worried? Stranding up she walked to the dining room. She got her answer right before she entered.

"Ko."said a random voice though it was not from a Hyūga. "Lord Hokage gave out an order for all chūnin and a few jōnin to look for Naruto Uzumaki."

"What why!" asked a confused Ko.

"He has stolen the sacred scroll." said the unknown shinobi. And with that Ko left with the shinobi. This was followed by a series of talking in the dining room.

"The scared scroll? What is that?"asked a boy who's voice matched Azuki's.

Hiashi took a sigh and said, "The sacred scroll is a series of forbidden jutsus that was sealed by the first Hokage. And only the Hokage has rights over. If anyone else is in possession of it is like a death sentence. But it is none of our concern. "

This did concern Hinata. She HAD to find Naruto before anyone else did. She had to get out of the house but before he could make another move Hiashi had sensed her.

"Hinata stop hiding and come eat." said Hiashi. Usually his tone would sound harsh but it seemed there was no expression.

When Hinata heard this she had to make up and excuse so she could leave the Hyūga complex? She then thought of one. "Father would it be all right if I ate out tonight?"She asked timidly. She begged in her mead for her father to say yes. But her hopes died out when her eyes meet Hiashi's narrow ones.

But Hiashi made a response that surprised everyone in the room and said "Ok." Hinata made a squeal in her head but her joy was cut short when he continued. "Take Azuki with you."

A few moment earlier:

Iruka:

Iruka was laying on his bed thinking back on Naruto's exam. Maybe he was being too hard on him. But like almost all nights he was brought back to the night when the accursed nine-tails attacked the village. It was that kyūbi who killed his parents just like so many other people. It pained him that Naruto was blamed for it all but Iruka sometimes found himself doing the same. Iruka was interrupted by a hastily knock on his door. Opening it he found Mizuki.

"Iruka come quick! Naruto has stole the scared scroll!" said Mizuki in a worried tone.

Iruka was stunned but responded by putting on his ninja equipment on and heading out the door in search for Naruto. This was bad Iruka thought to himself. He HAD to find Naruto before anyone else of they might kill him.

Again Iruka fail to notice the smiling Mizuki who seemed satisfied at his acting.

Naruto:

Naruto was in the forest that was perfect for training. It was open and surrounded by trees. Plus there was a small green outhouse on the outside of the area. Naruto went to the middle and sat down in the grass.

"Ok let's see here." said Naruto as he opened the scroll to look at the jutsus." The first one is Shadow clone jutsu." Crap he thought. Naruto spat at the ground disgusted with the clone jutsu. But then he stood up determined to master this. He is done wishing about being strong. Time to put words in to action he thought to himself.

Time skip 2 hours.

Naruto:

"Man I am tired." panted Naruto. He was out of breath. Funny that he would practice for days for the clone jutsu but could master that, but mastered this jutsu in a matter of hours. He smiled to himself before hearing his name being yelled.

"NARUTO!"

He looked toward the person and yelled back "Hey Iruka Sensei!" While waving his hand.

When Iruka came a little closer he continued to yell at Naruto. "WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU ARE DOING?!" But Naruto just kept smiling and rubbing his head exhausted.

Then Naruto stood up and said "Well Mizuki Sensei told me about this place in the scroll."

"Mizuki?"said a disbelieving Iruka.

"Yea, he said that if I could learn a jutsu from the scroll you would have to pass Me."

"So you have been training all this time?"

Naruto gave Iruka a rude look then said, "Well yea. Look at my clothes, I wasn't rolling around in the dirt you know." Then Naruto got a knock on his head for what he said next. "Gosh Sensei your dumb."

"Shut up baka." said Iruka. Before Iruka could continue he sense something going through the air toward there direction. Instinct toke over as he suddenly pushed Naruto aside as 7 kunai raced toward Iruka.
Iruka was barely able to react as he was pushed back to a wooden wall on the outhouse. Iruka was able to dodge 4 of the kunai but the other 3 hit him. Luckily he was able to make sure they didn't make a lethal hit. Then looking at the thrower he was shocked in how it all made sense. "I get it now."

"Well I guess it is ok that you figures it out finally. I mean its better late the never." followed by a crude laugh. "I don't get it Iruka why save that brat?"

That's when a figure appeared that startled the already shaken Naruto. Mizuki. "Give me the scroll Naruto." said Mizuki.

Iruka tried to fend off Mizuki's attempts of talking Naruto in to giving him the scroll by screaming "DO NOT GIVE MIZUKI THE SCROLL!"

Mizuki just smiled at this and decided to make a quick change of subject. "Iruka I thought you hated Naruto? I thought you hated him for killing your parents?"laughed Mizuki. His green eyes now grey.

Naruto was scared and confused. He has never killed anyone. "I never ki-"

"SHUT UP!" yell Mizuki. "Do you still not know why people hate you?"

"What? What is the reason?"asked Naruto, he was finally going to find out why the people hated him. But he thought he wasn't going to like it but he had to know.

"There is a rule in the village that says no one is supposed to talk about."Mizuki was interrupted by Iruka who was trying to convince him to stop talking. Mizuki just throw another kunai at Iruka. It when in to Iruka's left shoulder as a slicking sound was heard when the kunai separated flesh and bone whilst blood was trying to compensate for the new found room between the two. But blood is liquid and instead it started pouring out of the wound and tricked for Iruka's arm to the grass. The pain from the kunai shut Iruka's mouth as he grabbed his wounded shoulder in pain. These wound was worse then the others in how this kunai had some chakra poured into it to make it penetrate more (lucky Mizuki is not wind or lightning natured). Mizuki then continued, "The rules started after the village was attacked by the Nine tailed fox. The fox was sealed in a baby 12 years ago. The rule stated that no one is alowed to tell you that,"this is when Mizuki yelled "YOU ARE THE NINE TAILED FOX!"

A moment passed before Naruto finally understood what Mizuki was saying. Now it all made sense. Looking back to reality he saw Mizuki pull a large version of shurikan. "NOW LET ME DO A FAVOR FOR THE VILLAGE HIDDEN IN THE LEAVES!" yelled Mizuki as he throw the shurikan with all his might toward Naruto who at the moment struggled to get back on his unresponsive feet.

Iruka during all this yelled "NARUTO GET DOWN!" All Naruto could do was duck with his hands over his neck.

Hinata:

Worried was now Hinata's new trait. All she could do was wonder about Naruto. She could do anything with Azuki right next to her. She was then assaulted by he voice when he asked, "So were do you want to eat? We have been walking around for an hour and a half (Hinata toke her time getting ready)."

Hinata remained silent and then said "Here." pointed to a ramen restaurant. She wanted to be close to Naruto as she could so why not a place that sells ramen? Naruto loves ramen. Mainly though she just wanted Azuki to stop talking o her. Actually Hinata wished he would stop following her so she could search for Naruto.

Back at the forest:

Blood. The smell was easily noticeable. It was all over Iruka as he was hunched over Naruto as the shurikan entered Iruka's back. In reaction Iruka coughed up blood which landed on Naruto's shocked face. The only words Iruka could get out were "I am sorry."

Naruto was wide eyed. why would Iruka do this for him? But Naruto couldn't take anymore trauma so he got up and ran away.

Both Mizuki and Iruka looked after Naruto but Mizuki first broke the silence."There goes to coward. He would be a terrible comrade. He should never become a ninja." snorted Mizuki. Looking to Iruka he said "I'll be back for you." And jumped off in search of Naruto.

Naruto was hopping from branch to branch a fast as he could before he heard someone call to him. NARUTO STOP! GIVE ME THE SCROLL THAT'S WHAT MIZUKI IS AFTER!" That's when Iruka appeared behind Naruto who was not to far away. "NARUTO STO-"Iruka then found himself being body checked by Naruto who moments before used a tree branch to steady himself and jump at Iruka.

Iruka and Naruto fell to the ground about 20 ft below. Naruto landed to the ground with a skid to a tree where exhausted sat with the scroll over his lap. Iruka however didn't land at all. He hit the ground hard and tumbled a good 15 ft before getting up. The fall cause him a few scraps but not enough to immobilize him. "How." Then Iruka puffed into a cloud of smoke to then reveal Mizuki. "How did you know that I was not Iruka?" Who was slowly getting up.

Then Naruto smirked and said, "Because I'm, *puff*, Iruka."

Mizuki smirked before standing completely up and said "I was going to save you for later but I guess I will kill you know. But before I do why would you protect that demon fox? He killed you parents!"

Naruto was hiding behind a tree that was close enough to be able to hear the whole thing. Then Iruka responded. "Your right. The Nine tails is in Naruto." The Naruto looked at the ground, sad that Iruka agreed to the rest of the village. However Iruka wasn't finished. "The nine tails maybe inside of him but Naruto is NOT the nine tails. His is my most precious students and one of a kind. He works harder then anyone I have ever seen and sure he gets knocked down but he gets right back up to finish the job. He is caring and takes care of his own. So no he is not like the nine tails. He is Naruto Uzumaki from the village hidden in the leaves!"

Naruto who was behind the tree was clutching the scroll with all his might trying to keep himself from bursting in to tears although streams already where pouring from his eyes.

Mizuki chuckled a little before saying "Iruka you are a fool. Where is this Naruto who protects his own? He is getting revenge on the village that treated him as a plague for so long." Then Mizuki pulled out his last shurikan yelling "NOW DIE ALONG WITH YOUR VILLAGE!"

Before Mizuki could throw the shurikan he was slammed by Naruto who stopped in front of Iruka. Naruto then slammed the scroll in to the ground and looked at the stunned Mizuki. Naruto's eyes had vertical slits and where on the verge of turning red. All Naruto was feeling was a strong urge to protect his Sensei, his friend. That's when Naruto threatened Mizuki. "If you even put your hands on my Sensei." Then Naruto's voice turned a little blood thirsty and dark. "I'LL KILL YOU!"

Mizuki stood up and challenged Naruto saying "You kill me?"

"What even you do to him I'll return it to you a thousand fold." Seethed Naruto.

"SHOW ME WHAT YOU CAN DO NINE TAILED FOX!" screamed Mizuki as he charged Naruto.

Mizuki was stopped in his tracked as Naruto made a hand sigh the made a 'plus' sigh with his index and middle finger with both hands and yelled " KAGE BUNSHIN NO JUTSU!"

After those words the whole landscape they where in was covered in Narutos. They were hundreds of them. The astonished Mizuki was overcome by the shear numbers fell to the ground weakly. All the Narutos started to mock Mizuki by saying "Over here." or "What's wrong."

Iruka on the other hand was beyond impressed. Thinking to himself those are not just illusions. This are solid clones! That is a A ranked jutsu! And it only toke him a few hours is more impressive. Iruka had on a smirk as he watched the real Naruto to say, "Ok guys lets fuck him up!"
Iruka stayed smiling as Mizuki's cries in pain filled the forest.

Once Mizuki was knocked out Naruto walked over to Iruka who was still tried but it was mainly because he lost a lot of blood. Iruka smiled at Naruto who wore a huge grin. Iruka then suddenly said "Close your eyes real quick." Naruto listened and closed his eyes. Reopening him he saw Iruka didn't have his headband on. But it was because his head band was on Naruto. Iruka's last words were "You pass." before Naruto passed out from exhausting his chakra but also from excitement.

When Naruto passed out a a few ninja appeared by Iruka who debriefed them on what happened that day. The medic who was with them then healed Iruka and followed by Naruto. Afterwards the ninja left ,with the scroll, the two where they were.

Iruka sighed a said to himself "All that's well ends well." Just then Naruto started waking up. Before Naruto could noticed Iruka quickly toke his headband back and out it on.

"Sensei what happened?" asked Naruto who was rubbing his head. He then remembered what happened and smiled at Iruka who returned the smile.

The two stood up after some time and headed back to the village when Iruka said that "We should get back home."

Time skip 40 minutes:

Hinata:

She was getting real tired of Azuki he kept talking. He was worse then Sakura when she talked to Sasuke. That's when Hinata decided she needed a break and told him without looking at him "I'm am going to the restroom." She got up and left the restaurant. She was lying of course but she needed a breather. Once she got out side she thought of Naruto and where he could be. She was about to activate her byakugan but was stopped when she saw Naruto and Iruka walking down the street. She was so happy to see he was ok. But a little agitated. So she marched over to him.

Naruto:

He and Iruka where quiet on the way home. But his was interrupted by the one person that it would be ok for. "Hinata." Naruto smiled sincerely for finally seeing his angel. Hinata walked up to him and cocked her hand back as if to slap him. Naruto closed his eyes to brace for impact but instead found Hinata's soft hand caress his cheek.

"D-Don't scare me l-like that." said Hinata who was on the verge if tears. "I was so w-worried about you."

Naruto held her hand by his cheek and stepped a little closer to Hinata and said "I'm sorry. I am her now. And better then ever." That is when Azuki came out of the restaurant to search for Hinata. She then sighed in frustration. They both didn't want to cut this short but they had to so they could keep this secret. Before Hinata could head back Naruto pulled her to him and kissed her. It was in such a wanting manner that Hinata was not prepared for that almost made her collapse. Her eyes still closed Naruto kissed both of them softly. Then said "This will keep you from crying I hope." sealing it with a foxy grin. All the breathless Hinata could do was nod and walk back the Azuki. She was going to end the day now.

Naruto watched as she continued her act before making his way home. Turning around he saw Iruka smiling at him. Through all that he just stood there and watched. What a creeper Naruto thought. Than recalled way they were keeping this a secret.

Iruka seeming to read Naruto's worry after said "Your secret is save with me." smiled Iruka before heading his own way home. "See you tomorrow Naruto."he called with his back to Naruto.

Naruto entered his apartment tired from the long day. He quickly ate and went to sleep.

Next Morning at the academy:

Naruto woke up and was going through his usual routine but as he headed out the door he found something. The note attached to the box read "Don't forget this." Naruto opened the box and found what it was. It was his leaf headband that told the world the Naruto was now a Genin.

Academy:

Entering he caught the whole room by surprise. They all thought "wtf" as Naruto went an toke his seat next to a flushing Hinata.

She couldn't stop blushing. Her and her lover are both now Genin and are graduating at the same time. This was a good day so far. But now she wanted to be on the same team as Naruto. And Naruto likewise.

When Iruka entered the class room he made a small smile to Naruto and quickly went down to business. "Congratulations everyone you are all now genin of the village hidden in the leaves. The road only gets more difficult but you won't travel it alone." Iruka paused before continuing. "I will now tell you what squad you are in as well as the name of your Sensei. I will now start with team one..."

Iruka was calling out names until he said " Team seven. The members will be Naruto Uzumaki and..."

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Yea that's where I am stopping. Anyway I hope y'all enjoyed this chapter. Review and comment. And sorry it took so long. Before I forget, chapters 6 and 7 will be uploaded on the same day. You will understand why once you read them. Thanks. AND I REACHED MY GOAL LAST CHAPTER! IT WAS 5,617 WORDS! BUT THIS CHAPTER IS 7,370 WORDS! GO LONG CHAPTERS!