Naruto and Sakura were making their way to the tower. It was annoying how they had to deal with the glares of the villagers almost everywhere they went. Over time they have gotten used to them. But that didn't mean that it wasn't annoying. They reached the tower and went straight to the office. Neither said a word to the secretary, they just barged right in. Once they opened the door. Naruto and Sakura saw that the hokage was sitting at his desk. There also was a lady who wore a green haori with kanji on the back of it. It stood for 'gamble'. Under it was a gray kimono style blouse with no sleeves. Dark bluish-gray obi that matches her pants. The lady wore black high heels and also looked to be around late 30s to early 40s. She also has blonde hair with brown eyes.
Hiruzen was surprised to see the two young kids so suddenly. "Naruto and Sakura what can I do for you two?" He asked.
Naruto looked at Sakura, who nodded her head at him. The blonde closed the door then turned to the old man with a frown on his face. "You lied to me old man. When I asked you if you knew I had any parents. You told me you didn't know them. I would have understand if you had said that I can't tell you right now or until you're old enough. I get that you were only trying to protect me but you still lied jiji. You're one of the only few people I trust and you lied to me repeatedly. You also knew the reason I was hated. It's all because the villagers think of me as the fox or something. How could you let them treat the fourth hokage's and Kushina Uzumaki's son like this?" Naruto asked in a hurt tone.
Sarutobi was shocked by what Naruto had just told him. 'How could he have found out so soon?' The old man wondered. "Naruto who told you all of this?"
"If you want to know jiji then you have to tell the anbu to leave." Naruto said.
Tsunade was interested in hearing as well. She had listened to the boy's rant to her sensei. From what she had known, Naruto was said to be dead. She was very close to Kushina and Minato. Especially Kushina considering they were cousins. At first she was furious, but once she thought about it. She could see why her sensei or teammate Jiraiya didn't say anything. During that time, she wasn't in the best state mentally. So taking care of a child while on the road would've only added more stress. Even if she had Shizune to help. "I think you should listen to the kid sensei. It isn't like you have much of a choice if you want to find out." Tsunade said.
Sarutobi sighed and nodded. He snapped his fingers and within seconds his personal anbu were gone. "Ok they are all gone Naruto."
Naruto took a deep breath. "Kurama told me everything after I unlocked my chakra."
"Kurama?" The man asked in a confused tone.
"The fox jiji, his name is Kurama." Naruto answered.
"Did he tell you that?"
"Yeah and no, a voice in my head just kept telling me his name was Kurama. Plus he responded whenever we called him that. But yeah he told me everything." Naruto said.
"Explain please Naruto." Hiruzen asked.
Naruto and Sakura began explaining everything. From the history of their clans to the plan to leave the village for a few years. After they finished explaining, the kids were waiting for Sarutobi's response. Hiruzen was thinking about everything he heard. He was wondering if Naruto was being manipulated. It wouldn't be too far off to assume so. However something told him that this wasn't the case.
"So he wants to take you two away from the village when you both turn 6 to train you for quite some time." The man questioned.
"Yeah jiji, he wants us to see the world and to teach us how to prepare ourselves. He said he's going to start teaching us how to utilize our chakra before we even head out. He also said that if you don't agree that he'll take over my body and take us from the village by force." Naruto said.
Suddenly a smoke cloud appeared. When it disappeared, Kurama was standing next in front of Naruto and Sakura. "And I have no problems doing so you old goat. You owe this to Naruto after leaving him to fend for himself. It's been over a year since Sakura came back to tell him you were going to get them somewhere to stay soon and it still hasn't happened. I don't trust you or any of these villagers with these kits safety. Sakura has immense potential that will never be fully blossomed if she were trained by your ninja." Kurama interjected.
Hiruzen and Tsunade were both on high alert. The fox has just appeared himself. Naruto did explain that he has the ability to come from the seal but the seal is still in tact. However that doesn't mean that they shouldn't be on their guard. "How are you so certain that the children won't be just fine being trained here?"
Hiruzen asked.
"Because I've been in this village for a long time now. I understand how it works. I can see the hate your villagers give my kits. Naruto has dealt with it since birth while Sakura has been dealing with it ever since she befriended Naruto. Do you really think that your shinobi who train younger children won't try to sabotage them? Especially when many still hold on to their anger towards me. I can almost guarantee you that they will try to do the same thing they did to Kushina. Except for it will be a lot more severe than what she had to deal with. Why would you risk putting them in harms way. When I'm offering you a chance to redeem yourself slightly. Kushina and Minato-brat wanted time to watch over Naruto to make sure he learns how to control my power. I know all about Sakura's clan as well. I can teach her more about her history than her own clan can now due to the fall off they had." Kurama explained.
Hiruzen Sarutobi was quiet after that. He took the fox's words to heart. Had he really failed Naruto already? Now when he thinks about it. He can't help but to admit that Kurama is right. The way the villagers are now. There is no telling what may happen to the kids once they enter the academy. "When will you return with them?" He asked.
Kurama grinned like a mad dog. He knew that the old goat couldn't possibly refuse him after what he just said to him. All while it was true. The man has been these kits stay on the streets for far too long. Is this how a village is supposed to treat their clan heirs? "They'll be back to enter the last year of the academy. I want them to get acquainted with the other kids in their age group. I know they are already on good terms with the one named Ino Yamanaka. They are cordial with Shikamaru Nara and Choji Akimichi." Kurama explained.
"Very well, I have no choice but to accept. Naruto and Sakura will leave the village on an extended training trip when both become 6 years old." Hiruzen agreed.
"Can I add on to something?" Tsunade asked.
Kurama looked at her and nodded. He knew exactly who this person was. He would be a fool to forget who the granddaughter of Hashirama Senju and Mito Uzumaki.
"Since Naruto and Sakura will be pretty much defenseless until they train more. How about I tag along for this trip with my apprentice Shizune? It will be a great help with the kids studies. I can teach them everything I know medically while also train them myself. Since Sakura-chan here has quite the bundle of potential according to you Kurama-san. Then it would be an honor to train her. Plus Naruto-kun here is my cousin. I would have liked to been apart of his life but it seems my sensei had other plans and decided to lie and told me he was dead." Tsunade voiced while shooting a slight glare at her teacher. Hiruzen looked away from his student knowing he was in the wrong. "I can also protect them from harm until they are able to protect themselves. I am a Sannin after all, not many would dare try to challenge me. Honestly I believe they would be a lot safer being gone from this village under my protection.
"Hmm you make an some valid points there. It's nice to finally meet you by the way princess Tsunade. I remember watching you as a young girl from your grandmother. You were quite the risk taker even in your younger years which only transferred into your older years. As I watched you from Kushina. I was wondering how come you never came to see the kit since you are family. But now I know. I guess I'll just have to take my anger for you and put it towards the old man even more so." Kurama said.
"Good then it's settled. Also sensei you are so not off the hook. Does Jiraiya know that his godson is alive?" Tsunade questioned with anger in her voice.
"He does know, Jiraiya has seen Naruto from a distance whenever he came to the village to report to me. He never introduced himself to Naruto because he reminded Jiraiya so much of Minato. He just couldn't bring himself to do it. He only comes to the village about once or twice every year. I told Jiraiya to not tell you anything because you were in a grieving state of mind. He agreed with me. The last Jiraiya heard about Naruto was when he was still in the orphanage. I am terribly sorry for my failure to tell you the truth Tsunade. I am also sorry that I did not act fast enough to help you out more Naruto and Sakura. Please forgive this foolishly old man." Hiruzen spoke out as he slightly bowed his head.
"It's going to take some time to forgive this one sensei. Luckily I understand your reasoning. But Jiraiya is so getting his ass kicked by me the first time I come across him. He's going to wish I just killed him instead by the time I'm done with him. Tsunade responded while cracking her knuckles.
Hiruzen nodded and was grateful that he wasn't the target of Tsunade's fist. He looked towards the two children in front of him. Sakura spoke first. "Well hokage-sama, I think I can forgive you but it will take some time. Naruto shouldn't have had to suffer considering he's the son of the fourth hokage. It's hard to get over and that you not only left him to fend for himself but you even denied him family. But you did help me out with my family problems so I'll try my best to forgive you."
"Jiji I understand but I can't easily just over look this. I'm mad at you but I think I can come to forgive you within time. But that man you said who is my godfather. It will be very tough to forgive him jiji. He had a duty to look after me but he chose to be a coward instead and left me to fend for myself. What kind of godfather does that?" Naruto told him.
Hiruzen listened very well to the children responses. He was happy that they were willing to try to forgive him. It was better than what he thought they were going to say. However, he could only feel bad for Jiraiya. The man had a world of pain coming his way. "Thank you my dear children. You have no idea what this means to an old man like me." Hiruzen said.
"Hold on you're not off the hook with me you old fool. Far from it to say the least. You have more that I want you to do. For starters I want you to give these kits a home they can live in starting today. I don't care what measures you have to take. Get them into a place to stay and it better be decent. Second I want you to make the Uzumaki clan seat available again. Naruto is the last of the royal blood of his clan. He's royalty and should be treated as such. The same goes for Sakura. She has the long lost kekkei genkai of the Haruno clan which made them feared back in the day. Sakura's predecessors are legends who fought against other legendary shinobi. She will be stronger than her ancestors. That I am sure of. The Uzumaki's and Haruno's are apart of Konoha's founding royal clans. Sakura will be the one to bring her clan back to its former greatness. Naruto will do the same, not to mention that Naruto also has Senju blood running through his veins. So that only adds to his status. I cannot wait for the day where this village realizes just how much deep shit they are in. Once they learn of his heritage. Third I want access to Naruto's inheritance. I know for a fact Minato and Kushina were quite wealthy. They just didn't flaunt it at all. Sakura will need access to hers as well. Also I want the Haruno clan head position to be vacant until Sakura has returned and become a ninja. She is the rightful heir. It is said that those who have her clan's bloodline are to automatically become clan head. No matter who is the current clan head if they so choose to be. It just a benefit that Sakura was born an clan heir with the bloodline. So there's no way to overtake her position. Another thing is that we will be taking a trip to Uzushiogakure. Naruto needs to learn more about his history and we may be able to come across something valuable. Last thing is that I want copies of clan scrolls from both clans. Including Senju and Namikaze." Kurama demanded.
Hiruzen could only nod his head. "Very well I will provide everything you have just named. I assume you want Naruto to take the clan head seat the same time as Sakura am I correct?" He asked.
Kurama nodded. "Yes I do. Konoha will have two clans returning to where they rightfully belong the day they become genin. Also Minato and Kushina owned 2 blocks of business that are still running. Meaning that Naruto should have a second account that's filled with a lot of money. Especially since that account fell under to him after his parents died. Minato and Kushina didn't go into that particular account a lot anyways. Naruto had more than enough money to afford a place to stay. Oh and whatever place you give the kits to stay is going to be paid by the village. You owe that to them as well."
"You are right. I do owe it to them. And I also know the perfect place they can move into too. Naruto I would give you the key to the Uzumaki-Namikaze estate. But I think it's best to wait until you return from your trip if you decide to move in there." Sarutobi agreed.
"Another thing is when the genin teams are made. I want Sakura and Naruto to both be on the same team. As you should know, their clans were very close allies with one another before they migrated to Konoha. Their bonds only grew stronger once both were apart of the village. Their teamwork was on another level. While they were both highly skilled in kenjutsu. So it only makes sense that they are paired together. I also want say in who their third teammate is. I don't care if the team is unbalanced or unfair. Naruto and Sakura will be fine. I'll let you choose the jounin instructor. However I believe I already have one in mind but I'll see if you can either pick him or someone else who is more qualified." Kurama voiced.
Hiruzen sighed. "You have my word that I'll be sure they are on the same team no matter what. And the same for their other teammate."
"Good now those are all of my requirements for now. But there's something you should know. I know where the lost scroll are to the Haruno clan." Kurama stated.
Hiruzen and Tsunade's eye widen at his words. Naruto and Sakura just looked at each other and shrugged. Kurama was just trying to keep himself from laughing at the face that old goat was making.
"H-how do you know where they are located..it is said that no one knows where they are? Even people of the Haruno clan themselves don't know." Sarutobi asked.
"Because Kushina knew. She had a long term mission one time. So decided to take a detour to her homeland. Once she was there, she went to visit the remains of her old house and the Uzukage's office. In the office she discovered a seal that was on the ground under the desk. When she figured out how to activate it. A storage scroll came out of it. When she open that, all of the lost scrolls concerning the Harunos and Uzumaki were there. I guess it safe to say that the older generation wanted to keep there most valued secrets out of the village. Must've thought they were safer there because no one would think to look there. Besides only those who have the bloodline can actually understand it. No other Haruno can possibly understand the contents of those scrolls.
Once Kushina realized just what those scrolls were. She put them back but made a copy of the Uzumaki's scrolls. However she didn't copy all of them like she wanted to." Kurama explained.
"Damn that something alright. Of course it would be Kushina who found something like that. She always did seem to have luck by her side. Hell both her and Minato did." Tsunade voiced.
"Agreed, now that all of that is settled. I believe it's time I give you two the location to your new home." Hiruzen said to Naruto and Sakura. "I'm sorry that I took so long in finding one. It was a lot of variables involved. Luckily I just remembered that an landlord has given up on his apartment building. I had contacted him not too long ago about you two being able to move there. He was against it. Saying that he would lose all of his customers. Apparently word got out that it was a possibility of you moving there. Because I had told him that if I had decided to place you there. He would accept with no complaints. So now the apartment building is completely empty with nobody to own it. It's actually located in between the red light district and one of the blocks Naruto's businesses are on. Now if you want, you could just rent it out for the time being but the village will be providing to make sure everything is paid for. Or you could own the entire building. Making it yours, you would be able to do whatever you want to the apartments." Hiruzen explained.
Sakura had a thinking face on. "Say Naruto I think we should become the owners of that place. That way we won't have to be bothered by other tenants who don't like us. Plus it could be a second home for us. Like whenever I go back to my clan compound or you go live at your parents estate. We could just go there whenever." Sakura told her best friend.
"Yeah it'll almost be as if we have our own mansion. Jiji is it just one floor or two for these apartments?" Naruto asked.
"Normally most apartments would be just one floor. These however were two floors. Many people paid top dollar to live in them since they are only 6 of them available. They are also side by side to each other." Hiruzen answered.
"Woah" the children said simultaneously.
"Yeah Sakura I agree with you. We should own this place. I just wonder is it in secluded a bit. Don't want the villagers constantly being able to see us go in and out." Naruto said.
"Well you're in luck. It is actually a very secluded complex. It is known for being a peaceful area. I doubt many will notice you being there. People tend to stay away from the red light district anyways. Plus I've heard you kids are quite familiar with that area according to my anbu so it shouldn't be an issue for you.
"Then it's settled. Me and Naruto will own the apartments." Sakura said while Naruto nodded.
Hiruzen chuckled, it wasn't everyday you would sign off the legal rights to one of Konoha's most expensive complex's to two five year olds. Although these two 5 year olds are far move advanced than most their age. "Good now come and sign these documents and it will officially be your land for good." Hiruzen said as he was taking out the documents from a yellow envelope.
Naruto and Sakura walked up to his desk and signed off the papers. Tsunade couldn't help but smile at how much Naruto reminded her of his mother. It was a tough time for her when he beloved cousin who she saw as a sister and vice versa died. They were close ever since the first day they had met. Once the kids were done, Hiruzen put a stamp onto the paper give it his approval and put the documents back in the envelope. "I'll keep this here in a safe that only I have access to." He handed Naruto the keys. "These are the keys to every apartment. You can get extra keys made just so in case you misplace one of them. Just please try not to lose them." He told them. "Tsunade please do me a favor and take both Naruto and Sakura to the bank so they'll be able to withdraw some money from their accounts. There shouldn't be any problems since you're a sannin but just take this paper. It'll show proof that I gave them permission to withdrawn and if anybody cause any problems will be punished by me." He gave her the paper.
Tsunade took the paper and smirked. "It's about time you started putting your foot down again sensei. I was wondering if the God of Shinobi was ever going to make a return." She said.
"Yes you are right about that. Im going to call a meeting with the council. To let them know about the trip. Some will try to object but they don't have any power. I'm also taking back the power the civilian council think they have. I don't give a damn if Naruto and Sakura are both still technically civilians. They are two future shinobi who has unlimited potential waiting to be discovered. I'll need you there along with me because I know Koharu, Homura and Danzo are going to have something to say about it. Naruto and Sakura you two may as well come along too. Since you'll be clan heads once you graduated. I want you to at least experience what a council meeting is like so you'll know for the future." Hiruzen explained.
Sakura nodded but Naruto seemed unsure. He didn't necessarily trust anyone besides Sakura and a couple other people. The only adult he somewhat trusted is his jiji. Sakura and Tsunade noticed the look on his face. The pinkette grabbed his hand while Tsunade bent down and put an arm over his shoulder. Naruto was surprised by the older blonde's actions.
"Don't worry Naruto, you have me there with you so you have nothing to fear. If the adults try to harm you then we'll just make a run for it like always. It's not like any ninja has caught you yet for all the pranks you do." Sakura told him with a smile on her face.
"That's right brat. You don't have anything to worry about. No one would dare try something in front of sensei. Besides I'm there and if those idiots even attempt to put their hands on my little cousin. I'll make sure they get a nice trip to the emergency room." Tsunade voiced softly.
"Now that I think about. I remember you said something like that earlier. So we're family?" Naruto asked hesitantly.
Tsunade smiled at the little blonde and nodded. "Yep me and your mother were blood cousins. The Uzumaki and Senju are distant relatives after all. I'm sorry for not being in your life sooner Naruto. But I was told you were dead. I wasn't in the right state of mind to be taking care of a infant. However I would have done so if I knew you were homeless at only four years old."
Naruto started shaking a bit. He looked up at Tsunade with tears falling from his eyes. The boy hugged her with all his might. Tsunade was surprised to see him hug her like this. However she was very happy that it was happening. She hugged him back tightly. It was honestly killing her to have to hold back. Once she found out who he was. He reminded her so much of Kushina that she had to stop herself from breaking down right then and there. For Naruto to hear that he had a family member. After being alone for so long. It must've been tough for him to see every other child with a family they belonged to. Naruto is a strong soul to hold out for this long. Especially after how the villagers treats him. Any child probably would've died from the trauma of it all by now. It made her very proud of him. "I'm so proud of you for holding out for this long Naruto. I know for a fact that your mother and father would be too. No one should have to suffer the way you have. I'm just grateful that you had someone to look out for you." She spoke to him while looking up at Sakura and smiled at her.
Sakura blushed a bit and looked away. She was only doing what any friend would do. Besides Naruto was her best friend. It's nothing in the world she wouldn't do for him and she knew Naruto would do the same for her. Knowing him he would go above and beyond for her.
Once Naruto decided to let go. Tsunade patted him gently on his head. She then grabbed Sakura and pulled her into a hug. Sakura first reaction was to move away but she stood there. It actually felt nice to have a hug from Tsunade. It felt very warm and comforting. Nothing like the hugs she felt from her parents.
"Thank you Sakura for watching over Naruto. I've heard quite a lot on how protective you are over him. I'm truly in your debt for this. Without you there's no telling what would've happen to Naruto. You are one kind hearted girl. There's not many people who would stick by someone side, going through what you two went through as long as you have." Tsunade told the pinkette.
Sakura almost felt as if she wanted to cry. That comment made her feel so happy. It was odd for her to feel so comfortable in the embrace of someone who she had just met.
Tsunade pulled back from the hug, much to Sakura's displeasure. The sannin laughed and looked at her sensei. "Alright sensei, ready whenever you are."
The old man nodded and stood up. He walked to open the door and told his secretary to send out a message that a council meeting will be held in 15 minutes. The secretary immediately got to work. Hiruzen the looked at the trio behind him. "Follow me, Tsunade you will remain unseen by the others along with the children. Until I give you the ok to bring them in. The council is going to get the shock of their life. Once I tell them what's going to happen. However the civilian council will be dismissed before I give out all of the details. Just to piss them off. Kurama it would be wise for you to go back into the seal for right now. We can't risk causing any trouble. Don't appear unless I give you the ok. I'm hoping that I won't need you to appear. But you may be needed in case the council needs a little more 'convincing'. Just don't scare them to death please." Hiruzen said.
Kurama smirked. "Heh I'll abide for now you old goat but If anyone in that room pisses me off in anyway. I'm making an appearance." Kurama stated as he disappeared back into the seal.
Hiruzen sighed. "Tsunade is it inappropriate of me to hope that someone just might do something stupid just to see Kurama scare the civilians?"
Tsunade started laughing. "Oh wow sensei never would've expected that out of you. But it is but who cares? Cut yourself some slack once in awhile. I'm also hoping that some entertainment happens myself. I want those villagers to know just exactly who they are testing. And I'm not just talking about the fox."
"Um but Tsunade-sama wouldn't that be a bad idea?" Sakura asked.
"It's not the greatest of ideas but like sensei said earlier it may be needed. Also drop the honorific Sakura dear. I'm not too big on them." Tsunade said.
"Come lets go we need to be there before everyone gets there." Hiruzen told them. They started to head to the council room. When the got there. Tsunade led the kids to a different room inside of the council room. That way they'll be able to stay unseen while listening to everything that is said. Hiruzen sat at his usual seat.
Around 10mins had passed. The room was filled with the shinobi and civilian council. Along with the village elders and a few jounin. All of them were wondering the same thing. What caused this sudden meeting? Sarutobi could tell what they were thinking and he couldn't help but chuckle. He was sure to see some idiots act out today.
"Thank you for attending this meeting on such a short notice. What I have called this meeting for is because I have some things that need to be discussed. First off is this, can the civilian council give me an explanation as to why is young Naruto and Sakura being chased and hurt by the villagers? Two 5 soon to be 6 children are being harmed by adults." He said with a bit of anger in his voice.
The civilian council were nervous. They didn't think that the hokage would bother to look into it since he's normally so busy. One decided to stand up and answer the question. "Well hokage-sama it's just that the boy is nothing but evil. He's the reincarnation of the fox who killed many of our family members. So we feel as if since he's only a child. It's the best time to get our revenge for our fallen loved ones." The man explained. Most of the civilian council nodded in agreement while some didn't like how he just worded his statement. The shinobi council just look at the man in disgust.
"Are you an idiot?" Hiruzen asked.
The man was caught off guard. "Umm no hokage-sama?" He responded unsure.
"Clearly you are if you can't understand the difference that has been explained so many times. Naruto is the container of the beast, not the beast itself. He's the one who protect this village everyday of his life by containing the beast inside of him. He's a boy who didn't have a choice but to accept the curse that was bestowed upon him. You've blatantly just admitted to me that it is acceptable to beat and nearly kill a child. Naruto is just a child and you idiots tortured him just because you refuse to accept that he isn't the beast himself. You tell your children not to play with him all because you're too scared to let go of your anger. I understand you're hurt because of your lost love ones due to that tragic night. However that does not give you a right to torture a child!" Hiruzen shouted in anger. The old hokage's killing intent was leaking heavily. It made the civilians nearly faint while the shinobi were a bit nervous. No one was expecting to see the man this angry.
"Now Tsunade if you would please." Hiruzen said. Everybody was confused at first since they didn't see the slug princess in sight. Footsteps however caught their ears. As they watch Tsunade appear with two children next to her.
Once the civilian council saw Naruto. They began screaming for his death. "There he is! Kill him! Kill the demon who took our loved ones from us!" A man shouted. The rest of the civilians were yelling in agreement. The shinobi council could only shake their head on how idiotic they were acting. This is why shinobi prefer to not deal with civilians because of how stupid they could be.
Naruto looked down to the ground. He hated being called demon every day. He was just as human as they were. It was unfair how he had to be subjected to this when he didn't ask for any of it. He had long accepted that he wouldn't ever be liked by the villagers. But that didn't mean it didn't hurt to hear it all the time. He did his best to ignore it but every once in awhile he slips up and let their words affect him. He felt Sakura grab his hand and gave it a tight squeeze. Naruto looked up to see the determination in her eyes. She was sending a silent message to him. 'Don't let them break you. You're not alone. I'm with you every step of the way.' Naruto took a deep breath and looked straight ahead at the villagers. He won't let them get to him. Those villagers will not get the satisfaction of seeing him upset. He stared back at Sakura with determination matching hers. Sakura smiled and nodded at her best friend. Tsunade was furious at how the idiotic villagers were acting. She looked down at Naruto and saw that he wasn't letting it get to him. 'Heh that unbreakable will your parents had was also inherited by you huh Naruto?' She thought to herself.
Hiruzen had banged his fist on the table. "Silence you fools!" He yelled while unleashing his killing intent again. "I will not have you acting uncivilized in this meeting. The next outburst I hear will result in severe punishment!"
That shut everybody up. No one dared to try to say a word. This wasn't the same old hokage who just let things slide. This was Hiruzen Sarutobi. The God of Shinobi speaking to them. The shinobi were pleased to see their hokage return to his old self.
"Now the reason that I brought these two children here is to show you something. These children who you've been attacking and chasing relentlessly. Are future clan heads in the making. You've been committing crimes again clan heirs. Do you know what that means?" Hiruzen said.
This had the civilians scared to death. Attacking an clan heir or head is like signing your death wish. It also confused them as to how was the boy a clan heir?
"I'm guessing you're wondering how is Naruto an clan heir. Well unfortunately I can't give you the full details yet. It will be announced in the future. And no I won't be enforcing the punishment for attacking clan heirs. However starting today, if anyone feels brave enough to do so. You will not only deal with me. But you also risk dealing with the wrath of a sannin. And as you may know. I'm much nicer than Tsunade-chan over there. She's holding herself back so much right now from causing a slaughter. You have been harming a very close relative of hers." Hiruzen told them waiting to see the looks on their face.
That was a bombshell for the civilians. They have been harming a relative of Tsunade's? Who is the granddaughter of the first hokage. When some turned to look at the sannin. They flinched at the sight. Tsunade was angry. She was starring at them with so much anger. You could see the aura coming out of her. It even started to make some feel bad for what they had done.
"But Hokage-sama, how could that be? That boy is nothing but a no name clan less orphan?" One man asked.
"Actually he's far from clan less. Naruto's full name is Naruto Uzumaki. As some of you may know. The Uzumaki were very very close allies to Konoha. They were one of our founding clans. The reason the seat hasn't been filled in because the previous clan head had rejected the offer of taking the seat before she passed." Shikaku informed.
"Correct Shikaku, some may not know what the red swirl on the back of our chunin or jounin vest stand for. It's the insignia of the Uzumaki's. We wear it as a reminder of them. Especially since we failed to save our beloved allies homeland." Sarutobi said somberly. "To answer the next question you are about to ask. The Uzumaki and Senju were distant blood relatives."
The man sat back down. He knew it was better for him to just leave it at that. The rest of them just decided to not ask anymore questions. "Now as for the final part. I'm taking back the rights I gave to the civilian council a few years ago. Your help is no longer required. I have everything under control now." The sandaime voiced.
This got a cry of outrage from the civilians. Hiruzen quickly shut them up. "Silence you fools have no room to argue. It is clear that you've forgotten that your help was only temporary not permanent. Besides it's clear you will be attempting to make Naruto suffer on purpose. So to avoid that from happening. This is what must happened. You have been dismissed. The shinobi council will stay." Hiruzen stated.
The civilians had no choice but to leave as anbu were escorting them out. As they were leaving one man shouted. "This is all your fault demon! I will kill you the first chance I get for what you have taken from me!" The man screamed.
"Anbu! Take him to the T&I department for questioning!" Sarutobi ordered. The anbu followed his orders and took the man to the department. After every civilian was out. The old man activated the privacy seal to make sure nothing is heard from the outside.
Shikaku sighed. "Man am I ever glad that they finally got put in their place."
Most of the clan heads nodded in agreement. The civilians were quite annoying to deal with in meetings. They always try to have their input on every thing in the village that included shinobi matters. No matter how many times they are denied. They will keep on pressing about it every meeting afterwards. Plus they were starting to get too full of themselves.
Hiruzen sighed. "Now onto the more important matters. What I said about Naruto is true. He is an relative of Tsunade's along with both the first and second hokage. He's also an Uzumaki. Some of you may or may not know who is parents are. Well you are actually quite familiar with them. He's the son of Kushina Uzumaki. The last princess and queen of Uzushiogakure. Along with the fourth hokage himself, Minato Namikaze."
To ones who didn't know. They eyes widen in shock. Minato and Kushina were loved by everyone in the village. When they were announced dead. It was said that their baby had also died during the attack. To think that the child actually survived and was also an jinchuuriki at that. The elders were also surprised by this news. Danzo had suspicions but never had any concrete evidence to back the claim up. He wanted to try to lure the boy into root but now that was impossible due to his heritage being announced in this meeting. He cursed Hiruzen for getting in the way of his plans.
"Why were we told of this Hiruzen?" Homura asked.
"Because it was for his own protection. I didn't want to risk the information getting leaked to other villages. It was best to keep this under curtains until the time was right. That time came sooner than I expected. Due to the civilians interference and to an unforeseen event. The only ones who knew were myself and Jiraiya" Hiruzen answered.
"But Hokage-sama surely you would've known that somebody out of the clans head would've adopted him?" Fugaku asked.
"That would've caused some questions to arise and I just couldn't risk that happening. I only placed Naruto in an orphanage to keep him unknown to the world. Even if he is a jinchuuriki, he would only a certain risk level because only the people of this village knew who the jinchuuriki was. The other nations don't know who is our jinchuuriki. But hearing that Yondaime's son was alive would have caused a lot of problems with the Kumo and Iwa." Hiruzen replied.
Kakashi was just sitting there in complete disbelief. He couldn't believe that his sensei's son was still alive. All this time, he was watching from the shadows. Making sure no harm would come to him. Had he known that Naruto was both the jinchuuriki and his sensei's son. He would put in twice as much of effort to protect him. As much as he wanted to be upset at Lord Third. He knew he was only thinking of Naruto's safety. At least Kakashi can say he was there to protect his sensei's son even without knowing.
"So what does this make Naruto then Hokage-sama?" Shibi Aburame asked.
"Naruto is the last prince of Uzushiogakure. He's basically owns all of that land. He also owns his mother and father's businesses that they owned here in the village. He will no longer be homeless. I already have an place where he and Sakura will be staying." Hiruzen answered.
"It is wise to let them two be together like that Lord Third? What about the girls parents?" Choza questioned.
"Yes it is perfectly fine. This girl here is the reason why young Naruto is still as sane as he today. She's also the reason he's still in this village. Without her it is possible that Naruto could've left the village due to everything he's been through. It's amazing that he's mentally stable. Sakura here has been with him every step of the way ever since the first day they met. Sakura's parents unfortunately are no longer with us. They decided to punish young Sakura for befriending Naruto. They beat her severely as if she was a their in the night. I was told they tried to constantly make her stop hanging with Naruto but she refused. Sakura may be very young but she's also a genius in the making. She understood that something was going on for everyone to treat Naruto the way he's been getting treated. She was constantly belittled by her very parents. They even banished her from her own clan the night they beat her. If it wasn't for her aunt. She may have been lost to us. When this was reported to me. I told Sakura I would handle everything and she could go back home. She decided to stay banished and be with Naruto out on the streets. All this brave girl saw was a friend in need. She willingly gave up everything for him." Hiruzen told them.
This news was surprising to the clan heads. It's not everyday you see someone so young yet so selfless. Their respect for her increased dramatically. This young girl chose to stay with her friend out on the streets to help him. Instead of returning to her home.
"Now before you ask. Yes has been settled that Sakura can return home whenever she wants to. But for now she chooses to stay with Naruto. It is another matter that needs to be addressed. These two will be going on a training trip outside of the village when they both become 6. They will not return until their final year of the
academy for their age group. Which will be with most of your kids." Sarutobi said.
"Who will they be on this trip with Hokage-sama?" Hiashi asked.
Hiruzen sat straight up and cleared his throat. "What I'm about to tell you must never leave this room. This will be an SS-class secret. If I hear that anybody leaked this information no matter what the reason you will be brought in under treason. If I even have the slightest suspicion you will be brought in for questioning. Do I make myself clear." He said in a tone with finality.
The clan heads and village elders all nodded. They didn't know what had got into the man. But they knew he was dead serious about this. Hiruzen was satisfied for the most part. But he knew to keep his eyes on Danzo.
"They will be training with the Nine tailed fox himself." The old man said.
Every shinobi besides Tsunade eyes widen at the revelation. These two kids will be trained by the demon itself. Something wasn't right here.
"Can you repeat that Hiruzen?" Koharu asked.
"You heard right the first time Koharu. The fox will be training them itself." He told her.
"But how is that possible Hokage-sama? The beast is sealed inside of Naruto." Inoichi questioned.
Sarutobi began telling them everything he wanted them to know. He knew he was going to have to explain in detail about this. The clan heads just couldn't believe what they were hearing.
"So Naruto here has befriended the fox. And the fox is taking them away from the village to teach them how to protect themselves. Naruto has also loosened the seal so the kyuubi can just appear outside of the seal whenever it wants. It's also going to teach both of them about their heritage? Hmm interesting." Shikaku voiced.
"I agree Shikaku." Hiruzen said.
"But Lord Third what if the fox is just manipulating the kids to get them to flee the village so he can break out of the and roam freely? It would be a huge loss for us." Inoichi asked.
"Naruto didn't loosen the seal to the point where the fox will be able to break out. Actually he assured him that he wouldn't attempt anything when Naruto went to loosen the seal. And true to his word he didn't. We all know how it chakra feel. We would've felt if something happened." Hiruzen replied.
"Why the girl though? No disrespect or anything but what's so special about her?" Tsume Inuzuka wondered.
"Because she has been born with her clans long lost kekkei genkai." He answered.
That was another bombshell the old man dropped. "Are you serious?" Fugaku voiced in absolute shock.
"I am believe me I was just as surprised as you all. However Kyuubi himself has confirmed it. Even I had my own suspicions when I began to see the signs. The Haruno clan will return to its former glory along with the Uzumaki clan in within the next several years. I and the fox have seen some hidden potential inside of Naruto and Sakura." Sarutobi replied.
"Wow never expected that to happen. The Haruno clan has been at an all time low in recent years. That's what happens when regular civilians are in charge of shinobi clans. Can't forget to mention that those two were money hungry and selfish." Shikaku said.
"Damn right I couldn't stand those bastards. It made my blood boil when I heard what they did to they kid." Tsume added.
"Same here." Fugaku agreed.
"So who is the acting clan head?" Shibi questioned.
"Nobody the seat will be vacant until Sakura graduates the academy and becomes a ninja. The same with Naruto." Hiruzen informed them.
"Are you sure that is wise Hiruzen. Even if they are trained by the fox. It won't be like they'll be jounin level." Homura asked.
A white cloud and bursted into the room. Everyone was on high alert. Hiruzen inwardly smirked. He had a feeling Kurama would make his appearance sooner or later. Tsunade was eager to see what was going to happen as well. Naruto and Sakura just watched as thing unfold. Once the smoke cleared. Everyone seen that Kurama himself had appeared before their very eyes in a miniature form. They had to stop themselves for getting into the stances.
"That's where you're wrong you stupid fool. My kits will be very strong by the time they return from here. Strong enough to hold the position of clan head. I can sense the fear in you humans. Relax if I wanted you dead I would've eaten you already. Don't let my size fool you. I can still easily take you pests on." Kurama stated.
"Don't be ridiculous. It's impossible for them to come back that strong when you know nothing on how being a shinobi works. This is just a ploy for you to free yourself." Danzo said.
Kurama unleashed a burst of his killing intent. Everyone but Naruto and Sakura were affected by it. The kids were affected because Kurama knew not to direct it towards them. The shinobi has felt killing intent before. But this was on a whole different level. It's only been one other time that they have felt something like this.
"Now listen here you pathetic worm. I've been around a whole lot longer than anyone who is alive today. Don't question my intelligence. I know all about how you ninjas work. I know your training methods, history, abilities, psychology you name it. I have been inside of your village before any of you were born. I can teach them everything they need to know. I can also teach them better than you pests ever can. Only so few of your ninja ever reach their full potential. I can make my kits reached theirs and beyond that. You don't even know about their clan history or techniques that well. I know everything about them. I fought against many Uzumaki's and Haruno's especially the previous 3 to have their bloodline. You know nothing about the Uzumaki sealing techniques either. Your village only has to ability to nurture them so far. I will show them all that I can during these next few years and then some after that. However I will say this. If I ever catch any of your root ninjas nearby my kits again. It will be a problem. I will make sure each one I catch dies. Then I will come and destroy your whole organization. So don't test me this is your one and only warning mummy man. I will be able to tell if they are even by Sakura when she's separated from Naruto as well." Kurama warned him.
Danzo just grunted to himself. He knew he had no choice but to listen now. Especially since he just revealed that Danzo had been sending his agents to follow Naruto without any authorization. He even shut down any attempts in follow Sakura.
"Anymore questions? If so then speak up now." Kurama spoke out.
"I have one. Why are you so invested into them two?" Shikaku questioned.
"Because they aren't like typical humans. When I first met Naruto. He didn't even hate me for how I'm the reason his life is the way it is. Any other human would've held hatred from me. Sakura's selfless spirit speak for itself. Both of them are very intriguing so I decided to look after them." Kurama answered. Shikaku nodded at his answer.
"If no one else has anything to say then this meeting is adjourned. Remember nothing you've heard today leaves this room." Hiruzen said.
The clan heads nodded and begun to leave. This meeting was a very interesting meeting indeed. The elders all got up and left as well. The only ones who remained are Hiruzen, Tsunade, Naruto, Sakura, Kurama and surprisingly Fugaku.
Naruto can you please come here for a moment." Fugaku asked.
Naruto looked a bit confused. He looked up to Tsunade to see what he should do. She nodded at him indicating to go ahead. Naruto stood up and walked towards the man.
Fugaku then did something no one expected to ever see him do. He got down on his hands and knees in front of Naruto. "Please forgive me Naruto. I have failed you and your family." Fugaku said in a apologetic tone.
"Why are you sorry? Did you do something wrong?" Naruto asked.
"Yes I did. Allow me to introduce myself. I'm Fugaku Uchiha, head of the Uchiha Clan. You see me and your father were best friends almost brothers if I say so myself. It was agreed that if something was to happen to him that I will look out for you. I was to make sure that anything you needed will be fulfilled and that I will protect you the best to my ability. However I was told that you had died along with your parents. It took me a long time to stop grieving so much over everything that happened. When I had first seen you. I thought I had seen a ghost because you were the spitting image of your father. I wanted to deny it but something kept telling me that I was right. Today confirmed everything. Naruto I am your godfather. One of them that is." Fugaku explained.
Naruto just stood there and watched the man in front of him. It was weird but he could tell that Fugaku wasn't lying. Everything he said sounded so sincere. "Um it's Ok Fugaku-san. I don't think I could really blame you. I don't think my dad would either considering that I was said to be dead. There's no way you could've known even if you were having suspicions. Tsunade was in a similar position. Besides what's the point of being mad over it at this point? At the end of the day you came to talk to me the first opportunity you could. I don't think I could ask for nothing more than that." Naruto told him.
Fugaku looked up in disbelief. Naruto wasn't mad at him at all. He even accepted the news better than what Fugaku had expected. He could now see both Kushina and Minato's spirit inside of Naruto. Fugaku just sighed. "You are just like your parents. Always willing to look at things from a different perspective. I can tell you're a very smart young man Naruto." He said with a slight smile. Fugaku then looked at Sakura. "Thank you for looking after my god son Sakura. The uchiha clan are forever in your debt. I look forward to also getting to know about you more. I am sorry about your parents. I'm also sorry that you had to go through everything you have had to put up because of their selfish ways. I had often worried how you would turn out because I just had hope that the clan heir wouldn't be as rotten as her parents. Once again the uchiha's are forever in your debt." He told Sakura.
Sakura just smiled sheepishly and scratched the back of her head. "D-don't worry about it Fugaku-sama. I was only looking out for my best friend. There's no need to thank me for that."
"Believe me it is. It's a great weight off of my conscience. Now Naruto I believe your god mother would also like to know you are alive. She was very excited about your birth as much as your mother. How about later on you all come over to our compound so I can introduce you to my family. I have a son named Sasuke who is your age." Fugaku asked.
Naruto smiled. "Sure I don't mind. Meeting my godmother sounds pretty interesting. I'll come after me and Sakura get everything situated in our new home. We still have to go get money out and other things." Naruto told him.
"Then I'll see you then. Tsunade-sama knows were our compound is so I'm sure she'll be able to direct you. I look forward to seeing you." And with that Fugaku left.
"Well that was interesting. I was wondering if he was going to say something after the meeting. Never expected him out of all people to do that tho." Tsunade said.
"I'm with you on that one Tsunade. Fugaku is a prideful man. Maybe not as prideful as you would expect him to be. But still prideful." Hiruzen added.
"I like him. He seems really nice. I can't wait to meet my god mother too." Naruto said.
"Yeah it'll be nice to see you meet more of your family Naruto." Sakura voiced.
"Alright kiddies lets go. We have a few things to take care of being we can even get to that. We also have to go meet up with my apprentice Shizune. Don't worry she's very nice. She'll honestly adore the both of you." Tsunade told them as she begin to leave.
"Alright see you later jiji. You'll probably be hearing about me again soon from one of the villagers because of my pranks." Naruto said with a foxy grin.
Sakura just shook her head but couldn't help but smile. "I'm sure he will Naruto. Come on let's go." The two kids soon followed behind Tsunade.
Hiruzen laughed. "That boy is always up to something."