Hey Everyone, I heard about the block problem with my paragraphs. I'm going to fix it, no need to worry for your eyes, however, just in case you didn't know if you go to the top of your computer screen where file is, somewhere next to it is "View" click it and go down to "Zoom in" and you will see better. Ok on to fic by the way though, can any of you spread the word about my story, I really appreciated it when LD 1449 commented on my work however it would be imposing if I wanted him to do that every single time. I need some reviews, goo or bad. If you want greatness, you must first help me find the path. That was a little too symbolic . Ok on to the fic.
Naruto had just made it back to Konoha when a terrible storm began. Now drenched in front of the village gates, he pondered on why such an occurrence always happens in battles he participates in. Hnn, what an unproductive thought process Naruto thought as he walked in the now deserted main street of the village, the rain still pouring. Naruto was broken out of his thoughts when he felt a stirring in his prisoner, signifying the Iwa nin was awakening. Yes, I still have to interrogate this fool; the blonde ANBU gave a ghost of a smirk. Interrogation proved to be one of his favorite pastimes as Naruto always told Ibiki-san to allow him to participate in the tortures. Naruto always felt at peace after a torture. Whether it was sick enjoyment like Miterashi-san or something else he didn't know. Perhaps it was because when you're interrogating someone, you can do whatever you want to the prisoner short of killing him. All the anger and hate inside you can be released in what Konoha would dub as a productive way. Growing up, most civilians hated him for being the jinchuuriki of the Kyuubi kitsune and most ninjas regarded him as a useful tool meant for suicide missions until death. Only a very select few helped and cared for him, with only two of those people living in Konoha, Sandaime-sama and Kakashi-sempai. Maybe it was because of his father or because they pitied him, but in the end, the care given to him by those men, helped save his humanity to an extent.
Because of them he could feel. He always will feel grateful for their kindness but a small part of him hated them for it.
If only he were a drone he sometimes mused, maybe oh maybe he could have slept better at nights. Sarutobi-sama knew many things about Naruto, but what he didn't know was that Danzo talked to him about joining "Ne." Naruto refused of course, because he understood what such a program actually did. The result was Danzo threatening Naruto with a very private secret. In exchange for his silence of "Ne," as well as an oath to become a living weapon of Konoha, Danzo would not reveal Naruto's most guarded secret. The secret of his hatred. His undying loathing for the miserable village he called a home. Everyone in this God forsaken village has always treated him either as a monster or a weapon. Naruto may have never been beaten before by the villagers, but that was because by the time he was six, he could already kill genin squads easily. No, he was still ostracized and hated through any other means and because he could feel, it was that much worse. Sarutobi-sama, too focused on training him, didn't notice anything and Naruto was left to wallow in confusion, sadness, and hate. An abused tiger forced to tame itself to please his abusers. How sickening. It didn't matter though, if Sarutobi-sama ever found out, even though Naruto doesn't care what he thinks, the old kage would have the blonde powerhouse watched at all times, and maybe even have his powers restricted. I have gone too far to fail now. If the Iwa/Konoha war ends with my skills as the catalyst for a Konoha victory, I can finally break my bonds with this place and escape in the celebrations. Escape…. just like Itachi-kun. Naruto's thoughts changed to his favorite mentor. A man, very much like Naruto himself. Forced to push all limits in his clan and village and forced into killing his heart, Itachi proved his mental and physical superiority over all before he left as a nuke-nin. Many shinobi now comment on how the blonde jinchuurikiis a much better shinobi than Itachi ever was, but Naruto knows the truth. His sempai was stronger than him, if not physically, than mentally for sure for what he did. He is a man worthy of respect. Soon, yes soon I will be free Itachi, just like you, then and only then, maybe I can reach my true goal…..
"Naruto-sama…. Naruto-sama", Naruto looked up to see one of his squad members in ANBU kneeling in front of him. "Report Boar" Naruto spoke crisply, his musings and forbidden fantasies soon disappearing in thin air as he returned to his cold, void self. His eyes icing before his subordinates eyes, the Boar ANBU taking a subconscious step back. "Sir, Hokage-sama wishes your presence immediately," the ANBU saluted, "Sir allow, me to take your prisoner from your hands." A frown appeared on Naruto face, I have no choice, consider yourself fortunate fool. Naruto handed the dazed prisoner to the ANBU, never taking his eyes off what could have been his release.
The third hokage sat in a lazy position, having been working in the same spot for four hours. During peace paperwork was grueling enough, but war seems to have amplified it. He quickly stiffened only to relax once again when a shadow from the corner of the room moved to the front of his desk before forming the shape of a human. Dark, void, emptiness gave way to golden blonde hair with red highlights, and blue cerulean eyes. The Sandaime shivered as he stared at those eyes. It was as if the void and cold never left the room. "You summoned me Hokage-sama?" Naruto started before dropping to one knee. "Yes Naruto, I must say you are getting better at stealth." "You seemed to have located my presence anyway so the skill was mute" Naruto replied, his eyes never leaving the Sandaime's own. "You forget who you are talking to Naruto-kun. I may not be physically on par with you, but my experience makes up for that handicap tenfold, and I think I can sense a chakra emission as monstrous as yours even with your perfect chakra control," the kage replied back as he leaned back on his chair enjoying this banter with his student. He rarely spoke to the warlord like shinobi before him so having such conversations was something to treasure. Looking at the time however, Sarutobi found he was running late and needed to cut straight to the point.
"Ok Naruto, I know you detest these tests, but I need you to take the mental health examination. I know it's cumbersome, but it must be done. Please understand, I mean the last checkup you had was six months ago and since then you have been on many missions." "The count is 57 S ranked missions and 15 A rank missions Hokage-sama." Naruto almost sounded robotic as he listed his mission statistics. "I see, the that only proves my point that you need to get checked up."
Naruto sighed. He truly hated these mental health checkups. He would always have to lie to the proctor. It couldn't be helped though. "I understand Hokage-sama, when is my appointment?" "You are scheduled with Inoichi Yamanaka tomorrow at six o'clock in the interrogation halls." "Hai Hokage-sama, is that all?" Naruto asked as he started to rise from his kneeling position. " Yes Naruto-kun it is, you may go" the hokage said as the aged man returned his focus on his paperwork. Naruto quickly faded away into nothing, but not before Sarutobi sneaking one last look at Naruto in silence, contemplating something, before sighing and moving on to his work.
"Hello Namikaze Naruto my name is Yamanaka Inoichi, I'm sure you know me as the clan head of the Yamanaka clan, but today I'll be your examiner." "Hai Yamanaka-san, you may begin the test now if you wish." "Well let's start with reviewing your records. I know you've had these checkups before but I need to know everything about you to diagnose you." "That's acceptable." Inoichi rummaged through his pockets until he found a small booklet. "Ahh here it is," Inoichi started, "Namikaze Naruto, age 13
status: active
rank: ANBU captain
Taijutsu: Goken (as made famous by Maito Gai),
ninjutsu: A strong affinity for katon and an almost absolute control of wind, rasengan mastery in both elemental manipulation and the original, the Hiraishin jutsu, mastery over kage bunshin (including bunshin daibunka etc.), weak affinities in suiton, doton, and ration.
Genjutsu: Because of being a jinchuuriki, all genjutsu will be ineffective because the bijuu can disturb the jinchuuriki's chakra while in a genjutsu, effectively breaking it
Kenjutsu: Hummingbird style (super sonic speed attacks)
Sealing: Extensive knowledge on par with Hatake Kakashi
Special attributes: Being a jinchuuriki, Namikaze can access four tails from the Kyuubi as well as use regeneration and an advancement of senses.
Bingo book ranking: S rank
War Record: Known as the shinigami of Konoha as well as Konoha's second flash. Made famous by the massacring of over two thousand men in the battle of Sunai. Notorious for infiltration of Iwa's Daimyo's and Kage's residences as well as the effective assassination of the Daimyo.
Speciality: Assassination, frontal assault
Misions taken: 451 S rank, 129 A rank, 52 B rank
Inoichi scanned the specs on Naruto, reading everything he could on his patient. It was not everyday you can learn a little bit about the "Shinigami of Konoha." The fact how the Namikaze always seems to disappear after missions as well increases his mystery. "Ok Naruto, what these specs tell me is you are a perfect shinobi. Because of this, the mental health examination is vital for you because if you were to snap suddenly it would be very hard to control the situation." "I see, so you believe I will follow Itachi-sempai's footsteps one day?" Naruto asked curious about what Inoichi's answer will be. "Quite frankly yes I do Naruto. You by far have the most decorated mission list I have ever seen. Please take this seriously for it will be of upmost importance for me to analyze if you are fit for duty." "Go on Yamanaka-san." Naruto smirked, another examination another lie.
"So Inoichi, how is his condition in terms of battle readiness?" He is fine Hokage-sama. He has a passion and loyalty for Konoha unlike anything else. I dare say I believe you were right about him Hokage-sama. "Yes he is the gem that will lead us to victory in this war." Said the Hokage.
Outside Sarutobi's office a shadow hid and if you peering at it long enough you could have seen the outline of a growing smirk.
Perfect
Naruto stood in a stiff stance in front of the gates of Konoha as he stared forward, his ANBU team in front of him. "Listen carefully ladies and gentlemen, our mission will be of the upmost importance. You have all heard about the kunoichi in Iwa dubbed as 'Iwa's Princess' have you not?" All of them nodded their heads. "That girl has continued to stop our advances along with her father, the Tsuchikage. Every time I go into open battle she is there to thwart me and so far she has done a good job. Not only in keeping up with me, but also as the heir of the Dotonryu bloodline, and a spectacular general of Iwa, even halting Konoha's forces in southern Iwa fully pushing us back. I think all of you now realize what our mission is right?" Naruto's second-in-command, Fujito Angatsu, quickly voiced his thoughts. "We are to assassinate the daughter of the Tsuchikage right taichou?" "Most correct Boar. Yes our mission is to target the "Princess of Iwa" and kill her, possibly capture her if the situation presents itself. She is a vital piece in the war on Iwa's side and if she were to be removed, Iwa's power as well as moral would be greatly weakened." All his subordinates nodded in understanding. Naruto kept his passive emotionless face in front of his team, but on the inside he was feeling a foreign feeling. A feeling he rarely ever experiences before. Hmm finally, I can finally defeat you, you stupid girl. You have proved to be a worthy opponent, but it is time you perish, and this time, I will make sure your father doesn't interfere. With a quick hand gesture all five figures disappeared in blurs ready to complete what possibly could be the most important mission to date, but the ANBU team, Naruto in particular, will soon realize this mission will be the catalyst of something so much more. Clouds gathered around Konoha and the surrounding area. The downpour would start soon.
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