Naruto: A New Beginning

by DimensionalJumper

This is a story of an alternate universe where Jiraiya actually survives his battle. At the end of the battle Shima and Fukasaku reverse summon Jiraiya to mt myoboku just as Pain was going to finish him. The result of this was his survival and the ability to continue training Naruto, but with the knowledge Naruto now has he makes a grave mistake. (Editing in progress, thank you)

2. Chapter 2

Naruto: A New Beginning

Chapter 2

"Thank Kami for Shadow Clones!" Naruto stood up from the position he was sitting in with a huge grin on his face.

"Kakashi was right on the money when he said this is the best training method for you, with your regenerative abilities and chakra capacity you just accomplished 5 years of training in the art of Sealing Techniques in a single day, I have to say Naruto I'm pretty jealous right now." Jiraiya said with a pout. "You have godly chakra reserves in addition to your chakra storage seals plus your Shadow Clones and you could surpass me and your father in no time, although it still won't be an easy ride I know you can handle it." Jiraiya said with a smile, and then his face took on a contemplative expression. "Now that I think about it you already surpassed me."

"Really Ero-Sennin!" Naruto asked with wide eyes.

"I'm dead serious Naruto. . . You're on your way to controlling the Kyuubi's chakra, you can maintain a five tailed state and remain conscious, and you have a more perfect version of sage mode unlike me. I need ma and pa to maintain my sage mode and my appearance afterwards is enough to scare the lady's away. Also, not to mention the ton of ninjutsu in your arsenal and you're on your way to being a Kage level shinobi." Jiraiya knew he was inflating Naruto's ego but it's not often someone compliments him so he felt he deserved it.

"Hard-work, determination and shadow clones help" Naruto said with a smile "And awesome teachers to help you along the way." Naruto said while facing Jiraiya with a smirk.

"In your case Naruto shadow clones yes, but mainly the hard-work and determination is what got you here today." Jiraiya paused for a moment. "Good job Naruto." Jiraiya then patted Naruto's head.

"Thanks Jiraiya-Sensei" Naruto said with a genuine smile. He was honestly trying not to tear up right now because he's getting the acknowledgement he has always strived for. Especially from someone that cared about him like Jiraiya, Naruto is grateful everyday Jiraiya is with him, the things Jiraiya teaches him everyday are invaluable and now because of Jiraiya, Naruto is that much closer to becoming Hokage and getting the recognition he deserves for being the vessel of the almighty demon, The Nine Tails Fox.

'Naruto just said my name.' "You're welcome, now head on home and practice your seals, I'll see you tomorrow." Jiraiya said with his own smirk and a weird sparkle in his eye.

"Peace out Ero-Sennin!" You could hear is echoing laugh as he disappeared in a burst of speed.

All Jiraiya could do was breath out an a exasperated manner. "That kid of yours is gonna be stronger than all of Konoha put together. . . Minato." Jiraiya said in a melancholic manner.