At the demand of Sasuke's cry, the large stone wall instantly fades away and in front of the group is a large wooden gate with two Japanese characters on the door. Within the dark, the faded colors of red and green reveal themselves. A few heroes are stun, especially Batman. Even with the tech from his company and the Watch Tower that monitor the globe, the millionaire playboy can't believe that he isn't able to detect such a large society.

"Welcome to Konoha; or in your language, the Leaf Village," the Seventh Hokage welcomes.

The Justice League and Young Justice are astonish by the large village. Everything is peaceful. There are people walking around with their families and friends. Childrens are running around and laughing, the shimmering light of the small stores light up the village like the bright glow of large cities like Metropolis.

"This place is amazing," Flash mutters in awe.

When the villagers sees the group of people walking down the dirt street, they starts to whisper. The whisper then turns to murmurs. In the distance, a man come running down the road. The man stumbles a few time over his feet as he hurriedly approach the Hokage. As the man come closer, many can see that he is old. Wrinkles are clearly seen on his face and around the man pale grey eyes. The elderly male wears a large and simple grey robe. After reaching a few feet in front of the Hokage, the elder kneels down with his palms plant on the ground.

"Hokage-sama hite kudasai! Naze anata wa watashitachi no mirai ni modotte sono kemono o motarashite iru?!" the man exclaims. (Lord Hokage please! Why are you bringing that beast back to our village?)

Naruto's face is grim. A frown dons his face as the older Uzumaki stare quietly at the male in front of him. Slightly behind him is the Dark Knight, and Naruto can hear the silent growl of the man.

Naruto then monotonously speaks, "Kanojo wa konoha no ninja to kono mune no ichibu desu. Anata wa kanojo no waruguchi yuki wa arimasen." (She is a Konoha ninja and she is a part of this village. Don't you dare speak ill of her.)

"Demo Hokage-sama," the man continues to beg, his voice croak in fear. "kanojo wa kiken o motarasu kamo shirenai"- (But Lord Hokage, she might bring danger-)

The angry Hokage growls dangerously, yet calmly, "Chimoku! Hijikata-san, anata to anata no kazoku wa,-mura zentai ni haji o motarashite. Watashi wa anata ga kanojo to anata ga kanojo no nochi ni shoshin ansatsu o atae kodo ni tsuite shiranai to wa omowanai." (Silence! Hijikata, you and your family have brought shame on the whole village. Don't think I don't know about the beating you gave her and the assassins you send after her.)

The man kneeling is speechless. He is trembling, however, not trembling in fear. Hijikata is trembling and burning in anger.

That damn monster! the elder growls internally, pledging that he will kill Angel with his own hands.

Naruto walks past the kneeling elder with the rest of the heroes and ninjas following him. Along the way, a youthful boy at the age of sixteen comes running towards the group. The said male has dark hair, glittering bright green eyes, and tone skin. Standing as tall as Kaldur, the male is lean and sturdy. The teen wears a green line shirt over a black elbow length tight shirt, dark blue pants with brown and green lining armor pieces tie to his clothes. From mid-arms down to his hand, the youth has his it wrap in brown wrapping tape. Around the boy's forehead is the normal black Konoha headband and around his neck is a dark blue scarf and reaches his knee.

"Eiju!" he calls out.

Naruto smiles, "Ah just the person I am looking for."

"Lord Seventh," the young teenage boy bows, "What happen to Eiju?"

"No time to talk," Naruto states, handing Shadow Beast to him, "Take her to the hospital. I have something to take care of. Sakura, Hinata, Ino, you guys go with Takuto. Superman, if you and your team please follow me; we have something to discuss about. We will discuss this matter in my office."

The blonde leader then turns to the kneeling man. "Anata no tame no yo ni, wareware no hanashi o shuryo suru." (As for you, our talk is finished.)

-At the Hokage's office-

Kaldur, Robin, Miss M, Artemis, Superboy, Kid Flash, Zatanna, the Flash, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Hawk Woman, Manhunter, Green Arrow, Aquaman and Green Lantern are standing in Naruto's office stands the same as it did with the past Hokages. Large shelves stand on the sides with countless books place neatly while next to it on the floor are stacks of files and paper. Behind the Hokage's desk is a semi circular window that peer out into the village. On top of the circular wall are photo frames of seven people wearing the same cloak as Naruto does. The teens glance around in awe, their minds completely bewildered. Naruto falls to his chair and then crosses his fingers in a thinking position.

He then speaks up, "How long have you all known Shadow Beast."

Green Arrow replies politely, "We have known for around two months but the Young Justice have known Shadow Beast for a month or so."

"I see," Naruto sighs.

Superman bravely questions, "If you don't mind me asking, but…...what was that thing that try to take control of Angel?"

"That was a Tailed Beast," a voice states before Naruto can answer. Everyone turns to the door to find the Kazekage Gaara walking in. "A demon creature that have the power to destroys worlds, and it isn't the only one."

"What do you mean?" Batman asks.

As Gaara stood besides Naruto, the Hokage explains, "In ancient times, there was a creature call the ten tailed beast. It brought chaos and death to our world. In order to stop it, our kami or god, the Sage of Six Path, sealed its power, creating nine tailed beasts. These beasts are then sealed within a host body call a Jinchuuriki. The tails of the beast determine its power. Therefore the more tails the beast have, the more powerful it is. People who became the host are neglected and criticize by many people. They were basically labeled as monsters. However, the tailed beasts that Shadow Beast have are not from the ten tailed beast. They were created after the war."

"Wait," Aquaman pauses, "You said 'they'. So does that mean that Shadow Beast is the host of more than one?"

Naruto sighs, "Unfortunately, yes. When I entered Oni-ju's mind, I saw three cages. However, only one of the beasts was awake."

"That is not possible," Gaara states. "No one can handle more than one beast. You and I can barely handle ours, so how could Shadow Beast have contain three? Not only that, for thirteen years?"

"'Ours'?" Kaldur finally speaks up. "Are you saying two are….."

"That's right young man," Naruto nods, "Both Gaara and I, including the man with goggles you saw at the cave, Bee-san, are Jinchuurikis."

"I host Shukaku," Gaara says. "The one tailed beast."

"Bee-san host Gyuki, the eight tailed beast," Naruto remarks. "While I host Kurama, the nine tailed beast."

The teen heroes stare at the two leaders in amazement while the heroes are surprise. Seeing these men who have suffered of being neglected and criticize stand before them as leaders truly cause the Justice League to have more respect for them.

Naruto then declares seriously, "Justice League and Young Justice. I thank you all for being there for Shadow Beast. All I-we ever wanted was to protect the child, but many events got in the way of our desire. I am glad that Shadow Beast was able to meet you all. I truly thank you."

Kid Flash, reverting back to his usual character, smirks, "No worries Mr. Hokage. That's who we are; saving people here and there, you know; what super heroes usually do."

Gaara then offers, "What can we do to thank you all?"

Before anybody can speak up, Kaldur shoots up, "Please let Shadow Beast return with us."

Everyone then stare at the younger Atlantean in concern, confusion, relief.

"Why," Naruto questions.

Aqualad confidently answers, "Because she is apart of the team and apart of the family; our family."

Naruto then interrogates slightly, "Is there any other reason?"

"I-" Aqualad is ready to answer, but he pause. Was there another reason? Why is it that he wanted Shadow Beast back so much? Why is it that everytime he see the masked girl, his lips would lift in a small smile. Why is that?

SLAM!

"Naruto!" a feminine voice exclaims! Everyone turn around again to Hinata running in while panting. "Shadow Beast disappear!"