Hello and welcome back to the madness. I see that everyone seemed to enjoy the chapter. I am happy that this story is getting plenty of reviews and more and more hits of the time. Over the two months that this story has been in development, it has seen over 40k hits, on over 250 favorites and on over 200 alerts. I am also on over 15 different communities which I am thankful for. Thank you everyone who has been with me since the beginning and continue to stay with me despite my grammar problem and character development.

Now, before I continue going on, I would like to address the Yugito thing. I have seen some people don't approve but others do. First of all, I would like to point out that Naruto could not stand up against the Raikage. Why you ask well its simple, diplomatic relations. Naruto could have said no but that would be a type of disrespect or insult to the Raikage. He could have said something along the lines if his niece is not good enough and continued to go on from there. Also, for those that think that Naruto is stronger than the Raikage, you are sooooooooooo wrong. Naruto is strong, but he isn't anywhere near the Raikage's level. Also, there was Killerbee there so you're talking about the 8 tail Jinch as well as the Raikage that would find that their family would not be good enough for Naruto.

Plus, if that was to happen, that would be another blunder against Naruto and Konoha would be hurt as well. Remember, Naruto did not know of his banishment until he returned so he had to keep up appearences as a Konoha shinobi who was representing his village. But don't worry, there was also a reason why I had Yugito marry Naruto. Remember, Whirlpool is on the coast which is located inbetween Kumo, Taki, and Iwa. Naruto would now have a reason to try a treaty with Kumo since he and the Raikage's niece are wedded to each other.

Now I hope that explanation is fairly thorough but if not I'm sorry. If it is weak I am also sorry but remember this is my story and I chose who I wanted into it. Now to let everyone know of the ages so far here they are:

Naruto, Sakura, Hinata, Ino, Shino, Isaribi = 16

Tenten, Lee, Haku = 17

Fuu = 18

Yugito = 19

And finally everyone else can use their imaginations for the ages of the other groups.

Now that that is settled, lets continue the story.

Part II Chapter 3: Discovery

End of Journey

"Well Naruto, we're here. This is the village that your mother grew up in. Albeit it's now all fixed up, as you can see, before it was a bit more war torn. However, after the final war and the Kyuubi attack, it was almost demolished. Now, it is as if it is a brand new village." Hiruzen said.

Naruto looked on and could see that this village was looking practically new. He could also see the people bustling through the street. By the time the group was in front of the entrance to the village, two guards that were on patrol stepped up. Tsunade explained to them what was going on and both guards were smiling. They let them pass and Tsunade showed them the entirety of the village as well as a few compounds that was built and some houses that were for everyone.

Back in Konoha

Jiraiya was currently sitting in the Hokage's office doing the paperwork that all Kage's hated. Luckily for him however, he was told about the shadow clone trick and he used it extensively. While his clones were doing the paperwork, he was busy looking through the crystal ball at the bathing houses.

While he has been in office, he was waiting for the signal to let the village know what has happened. He waited for the slug that would give him the note of their arrival and that would let him begin and finish the plan.

Everyone that has requested audiences with the Hokage were denied. The council and the advisors were busy trying to see the Hokage but they all met with the same fate. Jiraiya needed to keep this a secret for as long as possible before dropping the bomb.

Jiraiya had been looking back over the years since he, Naruto, and Minato had been gone. Hiruzen had apparently recorded a lot of importance. It seems that he gave Ino and Hinata a field promotion to Special Jounin after the invasion. He also gave Fuu and Haku Jounin status a year after the invasion after a further demonstration of their skills. Also, it seemed that Orochimaru had further attempts to try and capture the Uchiha. From what he could tell, he was thwarted three more times after the invasion.

What surprised him even more, was that some how some way, when the Uchiha had turned 16, he was promoted to Special Jounin. He tried to find a reason behind but apparently, it was the doing of the advisors, and a lot of requests coming in from the council. He also inherited his Position as clan head and was given his seat at the council. Due to many of the members stating he's still too young to join the shinobi council, the law was the law.

Finally, Jiraiya looked at the banishment law that was passed. It was so logged down with strict codes and rules that finding a loop hole was damn near impossible. It seemed that it would take a unanimous vote to repeal the law. However, there was one loophole that Jiraiya had found in which if the Shinobi council and the Hokage voted unanimously, they can atleast repeal the Kill on site rule that was applied for when he enters the village but he would be allowed only there for strictly business.

As Jiraiya was finishing up the important paperwork, a poof appeared in the office and there was a slug. "Jiraiya-sama, Tsunade-sama has achieved their destination. You are to proceed with the final part of the plan."

"Hai. Thank you Kasuu. You're dismissed."

The slug poofed out of existence and Jiraiya prepared for his part of the deal. He quickly sent out the memo's for the entire council for an immediate emergency meeting.

"Heh, it seems its time to reveal everything. Lets see how this goes."

ROOT Anbu Compound

Danzo had been waiting for a few days for his unit to return. He was slightly annoyed it was taking them so long but would not show the emotion to his subordinates. He knew they should have returned already and was wondering what the problem was. Truly, the jinchuuriki was not capable of taking on 5 of his jounins and be able to get away.

As Danzo was looking over his reports, a knock came at the door. "Enter"

"Danzo-sama, the leader of the squad you sent has returned. Shall I escort him in?"

"Yes, bring him in."

The ANBU member brought in the leader who was having a slight limp about him. Danzo looked on and was now curious as to what happened.

"Report Kanna. Where is the Jinchuuriki?" Danzo asked.

"Sir, I am sorry to report that the mission was a failure. I lost my entire team. I was allowed to live at the discretion of our attacker." Kanna replied.

"What happened?"

"Sir, we reached the target and stopped so that Hinseki may give us the report on the jinchuuriki's location and strength. However, as I said we were misinformed. Apparently, there were several people along with the boy. Hinseki reported that there were four Kage level shinobi with him. He recognized two of them as Tsunade Senju as well as Hiruzen Sarutobi. There were also two unknown Kage level opponents as well. Then, she reported that several jounin level ninja's were here as well as a few chuunin and a few civilians. It appears he had traveling companions."

"What is that old fool thinking. Going out on his own as well as several other ninjas going with him. Has he deserted out village? Hmmmm, this requires more information but for now, the village is Hokage-less and now is my chance to rise to power."

"Sir, there is still a bit of information to report. As I said, once he reported that to us, before he could continue, he was killed by one of the unknown kage level assailants. After further review of the attacker, I recognized him. Sir, the Fourth Hokage is still alive and traveling with the caravan."

Danzo actually showed emotion to his subordinates. His body stiffened and his eye slightly opened which detailed the amount of shock being given. "What do you mean the Fourth is alive? He was killed sealing the Kyuubi inside the boy. You must be mistaken."

"Sir, he gave me this to give to you and a gave me a warning. He said that you shall feel his vengeance. That it was a mistake to banish his only son and heir to the Namikaze clan," the ANBU ROOT leader then presented Danzo the scroll that Minato gave him, "the Fourth also gave me this scroll."

Danzo released the item in it and was now shocked to see what it was. It was a formula-less tri-pronged Kunai. Smothered on it and the scroll was blood that seemed completely fresh.

"Sir, he said that that is the proof you made use to show his existence."

Danzo stood up and quickly sealed the kunai back in the scroll. He was slightly worried now as to how drastic the situation has changed. Not only has he failed to acquire the jinchuuriki, it appears that several shinobi have left the village with the boy, two of them past Hokages. He would need to think of something quickly.

Before he could formulate a plan, a knock came at the door. Danzo allowed the member in. "Danzo-sama, there is a message for you. There is an emergency council meeting and that everyone is to attend."

"Shit. There is no time to run this by the others. But the question lies in what is happening now."

"You, Kanna, have failed your mission. I will deal with you later."

Danzo then got up and proceeded to leave his complex.

Council Room

Most of the council that were summoned were now arriving on the scene. Many of the civilian council as well as a few on the shinobi council were wondering what was happening. There must be something big for the Hokage to call an emergency meeting.

As the last person showed up and took their seat, everyone noticed that the Hokage was not even there yet and he called the meeting.

"What is going on? The Hokage calls a meeting and he's not even here on time for it." Spoke an irritated Koharu.

"Patient, he will come soon enough" Homura replied.

Danzo, however, was stirring in his seat waiting to jump at the moment to cast his vote for Hokage. He could already taste the power being given to him.

After five more minutes of waiting, the doors opened. The council expected to see the Old man walk in and they did. Just a different one. Jiraiya came strolling in and quickly took the seat of the Hokage. Many of the council were confused and spoke their mind.

"Jiraiya, that is the seat of the Hokage. Please stand and relinquish the seat."

"Yes, do not disgrace the seat of the Hokage with your shenanigans Master Jiraiya."

Jiraiya looked around and could already see the confusion in the faces of the council save for a few people. He stood up however, he did not move away from the seat.

"Honorable Council, I am here on behalf of my sensei to present you with a bit of information. The Hokage has stepped down from his position." That caused several murmurs to begin in the crowd. Danzo saw this as the right time to interject.

"Then, since he has stepped down, I hereby add my name to the Hokage-ship."

"I second it." Homura said.

"Third." Koharu finished.

"Hold your reigns there Danzo. Who said that he didn't leave a successor?" Jiraiya said with a smirk.

That busted Danzo's balloon but maybe he can use the new Hokage as his puppet.

"Now, let me ask you all mighty council, don't you think you are missing a few people?" Jiraiya said.

The council all looked around and noticed a few people.

"Where is Momochi-sama?" Asked Shikaku.

"Yes, also where is Tsunade-sama and Yamada-san?" a different councilmen said.

"Well, that seems to be the thing. They are no longer here." Jiraiya said.

"What do you mean Jiraiya-san?" Danzo asked not liking where this is going.

"As of now, Rock Lee and Haruno Sakura, Fuu Uzumaki and Shino Aburame, The entire Momochi Clan, the entire Sarutobi clan, the entire Senju clan, several Hyuuga Branch members, Hyuuga Hinata, Ino Yamanaka, and the entire Yakuri family is now longer part of Konoha. They have all been excused from the ranks of ninja of this village, pulled all their resources from here, and all left."

That shook the entire council to the core. They couldn't believe that so many of their ninja would leave all because of that Kyuubi brat. Then………………….all hell broke loose.

Everyone was shouting crazy thoughts about how they should do everything in their power to get them to come back. How they couldn't believe at why they did that. Some even believed that if they were to follow said ninja, they should be classified as missing nins. They were shouting that the Kyuubi's influence must be interfering with their decision making and it's trying to get take away their leader and several prominent shinobi whom of which some were clan heirs and a sannin and former Hokage.

"We must get them back! The Kyuubi must be influencing them to abandon their village. The Hokage would not abandon us just for the Kyuubi-Brat!" Shouted a councilmen.

"There has to be something done. Not only has a Hokage left his post to follow the boy, there are also a few clans that left as well. The Momochi clan, albeit a new clan, doesn't hurt us as much but the Sarutobi clan has many resources in the village especially the Senju clan. Their resources being pulled from the Village hurts our economy. We must find a way to bring them back. Also, I have learned something very dire about this information as well." Danzo said.

Everyone was wondering what else could happen. "I have received some information that the Yondaime Hokage, Minato Namikaze, is alive, and is traveling with the group. He proclaims that his son is Naruto and he is also following him."

At that moment the entire village council were shocked. They couldn't believe that the Yondaime could be alive. He would surely not abandon his village all for the sake of that demon child. Soon, eruption began to occur in the room once again.

"That is a lie! The Yondaime is dead! We all know he was killed in the sealing of the Kyuubi Brat!" yelled a councilmen.

"That is apparently wrong. I am having some of his fresh DNA to be analyzed against him and should it be valid, then truly he is alive once again." Danzo said.

Jiraiya glared at the crippled old man with a bit of KI being given off. "Danzo, how did you come across this information and this 'DNA'?"

Danzo looked at the man nonchalantly masking his worry at the moment. "I have my informants and ways. Do not worry how I came across it."

Jiraiya looked at the man and knew he wouldn't budge on the issue.

"We must find a way to bring back all those shinobi! We cannot have our two former kages and other precious shinobi go with that Demon Brat! He will surely corrupt them and turn them against us!" Yelled a councilman.

"No. We are to not interfere whatsoever." Jiraiya said.

All the civilians looked on in disbelief. They couldn't believe that Jiraiya said such a thing.

"Jiraiya-sama, we understand that the boy may be an apprentice to you but we cannot afford such a loss. Besides, only the Hokage has the right to say such things and by the looks of a missing Hokage, that decision lies in the council." Koharu said.

"Whoever said that a Hokage was missing?" Jiraiya said with a sadistic smile.

"No……….you can't be! He named you his successor?!" Homura roared.

"That is impossible, there are no witnesses or documentation of such a thing. We can only assume that you are just trying usurp to power." Koharu replied.

"Unfortunately for you, that is where you are wrong." Jiraiya then produced several scrolls from his pockets all with a seal on them. Only the current Hokage can open them or else they would burn. "You all recognize the seal on these scrolls as we all use them to give the Hokage sensitive information." Jiraiya then used his blood and the seals opened, thus earning shocking glares from most of the council.

"These are the laws and rules Sandaime had passed and only the Hokage's can overrule.

I, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sandaime Hokage, do hereby release from the ninja ranks Rock Lee, Haruno Sakura, Fuu Uzumaki, Aburame Shino, Yamanaka Ino, Hyuuga Hinata, (Not going to name the Hyuuga Branch Names), Yakuri Tenten, and Kinoshita Isaribi. They may enter and leave the village as they please as well as join any other village if they so choose. Effective Immediately.

I, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sandaime Hokage, do hereby release the obligations of the Sarutobi Clan from its responsibilities to Konoha. They are also released from all Ninja Ranks. Effective Immediately.

I, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sandaime Hokage, do hereby release the obligations of the Momochi Clan from its responsibilities to Konoha. They are also released from all Ninja Ranks. Effective Immediately.

I, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sandaime Hokage, do hereby release the obligations of the Senju Clan from its responsibilities to Konoha. They are also released from all Ninja Ranks. Effective Immediately.

I, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sandaime Hokage, do hereby release the obligations of the Namikaze Clan from its responsibilities to Konoha. They are also released from all Ninja Ranks. Effective Immediately.

I, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sandaime Hokage, do hereby deny in any attempt for any councilmember to rise to the Hokage Title. The Hokage title may only be obtained through active Ninja Rank as well as good standing within the village. Effective immediately.

I, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sandaime Hokage, do hereby order the immediate investigation of all ANBU ROOT members and their connection to councilmember Danzo. If such members are still found and belong to the Organization, they are to be jailed, and Danzo be executed for treason. Effective Immediately.

I, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Sandaime Hokage, do hereby step down from the Title of Hokage and nominate my successor Jiraiya of the Sannin to take office once this scroll is read. Effective Immediately.

Those are the laws as set by the Sandaime Hokage. Now, as Godaime Hokage, I hereby enact said rulings now. There shall be no say in if they should pass or not as these are for Hokage Eye's only and as such they cannot be voted on." Jiraiya said.

The entire council room couldn't believe it. They just lost a couple clans from the village, they took out all their resources from the funding of the village, they lost several of their shinobi, and they couldn't do a damn thing about it.

"Jiriaya, that is ludicrous! We will not abide by those rules just because the previous Hokage wrote them! We were not there as his advisors to witness this! Surely, he was not in his right mind at the time and those laws should be negated!" Danzo said with an angry tone in his voice. He knew that this was a devastating blow to the village losing so much financially as well as two prestigious clans. Should this get out, then other villages might think this as a weakness and possibly start a war with them. However, Danzo had not expected the next move.

"Danzo Hattori, you are calling into question the wisdom and authority of the Hokage into question. You are also saying things that are borderline treason. Should I wish, I may call upon the 'Hokage Challenge Law', and have you as my opponent." Jiraiya said dangerously.

"Hokage-sama, what do you mean? What is the Hokage Challenge Law?" Said a councilmen.

"It's quite simple. Should a person call into question the leadership and strength of the Hokage into question, that person or the Hokage may call upon the Challenge. Simply put, it is a battle to the death between the two and the winner to be named Hokage." Jiraiya said.

Danzo was now completely caught off-guard and worried. You can actually see the sweat off the head of Danzo rolling off extremely fast. Homura and Koharu were also sweating bullets. Should even they step out of line, Jiraiya might call the challenge on them. The last time this law was enforced was during the forming of the village with Hashirama Senju and Uchiha Madara. This was an ancient law but still a law nonetheless.

"I am not calling into question the power of the Hokage. I am truly and utterly sorry for the outburst I have made. I let my emotions get the best of me and said things that I should not have said. Please, I beg for mercy Hokage-sama." Danzo said submissively. He was in no shape to battle the Sannin as of right now. Danzo had always been the man in the shadows and to be fought out in the open is dangerous. Even at his current age and level, he was no where near the strength of the Sannin.

"Fine. I accept your humblest apologies for now." Jiraiya said with a triumphant smirk.

"But Hokage-sama, please, we must find a way to get them back. Should they get captured by an enemy village, they could release vital information." Koharu pleaded to the Hokage. "Hiashi-sama, Inoichi-sama, Shibi-sama, Councilor Haruno, your children are among them. Truly, you want your children and clansmen back."

"As much as I wish to join them myself for the treatment of the boy, I have my duties to the clan first and foremost. I was the one that accepted this idea three years when it was formed. Releasing my daughter and several of her clans men into her hands were my decision. As of now, Hanabi is the new clan heir and she is close to her sister's skills in Jyuuken." Hiashi said.

"I too approved of the idea of sending my daughter with them. I know she is truly in capable hands. Besides, I don't know about the others, but I know once Ino heard the information when it was in the open, she would desert the village and be with Naruto." Inoichi replied earning a nod from Hiashi.

"Since Fuu Uzumaki is the older sister of Naruto Uzumaki, surely his sister would follow her brother. And, ever since the engagement of my son Shino to Fuu, he would logically follow her to be with her. It was only logical for me and my clan to allow him to join the group. Also, it is a great way to branch out with a separate clan in a different village. Shino has already promised me reports of the various insect population there so that we may possibly add to our own here." Shibi replied

"Well, I don't really care about that daughter of mine. She doesn't have my or my wife's hate towards the boy and has always argued with us about the topic. She can go with the demon child for all I care. Maybe our next child will have the right idea." the Haruno Councilman said harshly. The others couldn't believe he held no sadness for the departure of his daughter.

"As you can see, this plan was put into progress for a very long time. Had you all seen Naruto as the boy he is and not the Fox, this all would not have happened. Most of you cannot see what is truly meant to see. I like to use this analogy. When you have a kunai, that is what it is, a kunai. When it is seal into a scroll, then it is a Kunai seal into a scroll and not the Kunai itself." Jiraiya said sagely.

"I have reviewed your law concerning Naruto and I can see that no where into the future he will be no longer banished. That is fine, he is better off without the hate of this village. Now, there will be a slight change now that needs to be occurred. I have made some much needed changes involved in the Hokage's Cabinet. First off, Homura, Koharu, Danzo, you all hereby relieved of your duties as Advisors and head of ANBU. I already have replacements and they shall be named after the dismissal of this council."

All three elders were shocked to hear that. "Hokage-sama, you cannot do that! We are the elders and always have been the advisors to the Hokage!" Homura yelled.

"True, but it is written into law that when a new Hokage is coming into office, within two weeks of his arrival, he will need to elect his new advisors that are capable of doing the job. Should there be no appointment, the previous advisors shall be given the job." Jiraiya stated.

All three of them were now glaring daggers at Jiraiya who just smirked back.

"Actually, I will name my advisors now. This village is in need of a fresh view on things. I do hereby name Umino Iruka and Morino Ibiki as my two advisors. Also, Inoichi Yamanaka, you are hereby promoted to Head of the T&I department. I need a no nonsense no bullshit advisor that will not creep around my back as well as one that is looking out and has compassion for our current and future Shinobi and Kunoichi. Also, I do hereby promote Hatake Kakashi to Head of the ANBU. I have already talked to said people about this and each agreed. Now, if there is nothing else, this meeting is adjourned." Jiraiya said and watched as people slowly left the council. However, only the shinobi council excluding Sasuke Uchiha who didn't want to be there in the first place, remained after everyone had left.

"So, this was his major plan eh? I always knew that old coot had an extremely soft spot that boy. But is it really true the Yondaime is really alive?" Tsume said.

"*sigh* Yes. Shikaku, you remember that other unit led in the assault before the invasion that was not mine or Tsunade's?" Jiraiya said. Shikaku just nodded lazily.

"Well, that was him. It's a long story about his revival but in the end, yes he is truly alive. He wanted to make his appearance in the village after Naruto's return." Jiraiya said.

"So…………looks like we all truly did screw the pooch now didn't we?" Chouza said.

"Ya, but don't worry. I cannot say the location of where they are and those that know should keep quiet for the time being, however, it will be revealed later." Jiraiya said.

"So, I was wondering, would there be a chance in the future to send a few of my own clansmen there should the need arise to start fresh in a new village? I'm not saying that I am planning to leave this entire village but if the need arise, will it be possible?" Tsume asked.

Everyone was a bit shocked to hear that coming from one of the most loyal clans to Konoha. Their honor and loyalty rivaled no ones as they were the top. To hear this was truly shocking.

"Hai. Actually, should you all wish to start a clan in their new village, which by the way they are making and possibly will succeed, you all have my permission. However, I will not allow whole clans to leave like they did as the time has passed and is too late. But, should the village be dieing, and all other options are wasted, then you will have my permission as the contract dictates concerning all other clans." Jiraiya said.

All of them nodded.

"Hokage-sama, is it true about that law concerning the Hokage's Challenge?" Shibi asked. He had never heard of such a law. It was possible that his clan joined later after that law was passed.

"Ya, it is an old law but still is law. Sarutobi told me about and the other law concerning advisors. He figured that I would need to know that information. He was right. I really didn't want those crones involved anymore. They have been a major thorn in the side of the Hokage for too long." Jiraiya said.

"But was it the logical thing to do to have Morino Ibiki and Umino Iruka as your new advisors? They both don't have the experience to do the job correctly." Shibi said. The other heads looked at him and wondered the same thing.

"Ya. It is a simple job. All they have to do is advise me. If I screw up or if they think something that should be should be, then by all means I want them to tell me. I don't want old crones going behind my back, and back door dealing items that should not even be signed. I need people I can trust. I know Ibiki for a long time and I can trust him with my life. As for Iruka, I needed a man that has a heart. Someone that actually cares for the villagers and their shinobi and not look at them only as tool but as humans. He understands the necessity of certain missions and their need to be completed but he will have a voice in them as well at certain times." Jiraiya explained.

"Jiraiya, I will be training my nephew to take my place someday. I know I got a few more good years in me to do the job but after that, I don't want to be given nightmares from my job. Even my mind can only take so much punishment." Inoichi said.

"That is fine. I knew you might do something like this. Just run the name by me when they are ready and I will test them personally. Also, Shikaku. I know that you are our lead strategist but I want you to take a more advisory in their own strategies. I will let Hatake know about your role as well." Jiraiya stated

"Awww man. C'mon Hokage-sama. That is one of the most troublesome things to do." Shikaku said.

"I know but it needs to be done."

"Fine. I will advise in their strategies but nothing more."

After a bit more of minor discussions, the rest of the shinobi council left and Jiraiya was on his way back to the office.

Upon his return, he noticed that most of the paperwork was finished. He walked over and wrote two letters. One for his Sensei and the other to Suna. He then summoned two toads.

"Gamakan, I want you to deliver this to Sarutobi Hiruzen. Gotetsu, deliver this to the Kazekage." Jiraiya said. Both summons nodded and poofed.

"Well, its finally done. Now, that all the hard work was done, lets take a peak at the Bath Houses for any…………….illegal activities" Jiraiya thought and giggled perversely.

Authors Notes.

Well, there you guys go. Another chapter down and that is how the Council reacted. Jiraiya struck hard and fast and began doing some minor cleaning.

Also, tell me what yall think of the laws/rulings I put in. Good, explained, decent? Lemme know. Also, I did enjoy lighting another fire under the ass of Danzo. Its slowly but surely burning. Soon everyone, very soon, he will get what he deserves.

Also, yes I am sorry but Uchiha does have his own clan and is the head of it all. The council was the ones that headed it for him and now he may be involved in the CRA but I don't know yet. Also, yes, he has not defected from the village and yes Orochimaru has tried to get him three times but failed. I will give a bit of background later downt he road but for now that is how things are.

Finally, Next chapter will deal with the new village and its forming. I hope this was a good chapter for everyone and I hope to get another one out fast.

Anyways, all hail log! Praise all that is Log!

Peace out yall! Leabe Moar Revews!!!!!