Chapter 10: Return of the Heroes
The bridge had been finished and the enemies had been beaten. Zabuza and Haku (the hunter nin) decided to ask for refuge in Konoha. Tazuna and the others named the bridge "Bridge of Heroes" as a tribute to the ones that battled with their lives to protect a whole nation. After that, the heroes and the refugees returned to the village hidden in the leaf. They received a heroes's welcome. Teuchi offered them all a free meal at his restaurant, Ichiraku's, the Third Hokage welcomed the refugees with open arms and paid the Konoha ninja for an A rank mission. But not all was good. The Third Hokage asked for everyone to gather in the Hokage room later. He had troubling news. Hono asked him to bring the ninja council as well, though he did not explain why.
Hours later, Kiba, Sasuke, Sakura, Hinata, Shino, Kakashi, Kurenai, Tsume, Shikaku, Chouza, Inoichi, Shibi, Hiashi and the Hokage himself were in the Hokage's room.
"So, why were we all called here?"- Tsume asked. Like her son, she was an impatient one. She also had a very short fuse.
"I have no idea why the ninja council, you, were called. Hono personally asked me to call you. But the rest of us are here to discuss a matter."- The Hokage retrieved a small black book and placed it on the table.
"Is that a bingo book?"- Hono asked, recognizing the shape and colour.
"Yes. It is the latest version of the bingo book. Released yesterday. The Kazekage from Sunagakure read it and immediately sent a message saying that I should consult the book."- As he spoke he was flipping through the pages until he stopped.- "Take a look."
"Oh no..."- Kurenai muttered.
"How?"- Kiba asked.
"Predictable."- Shino commented.
"..."- Hinata, Kakashi, Sakura and most of the ninja council remained silent.
"How the hell can this be? He's a child!"- Tsume exclaimed. In the page that The Third Hokage pointed was a picture of a blood covered Hono holding his Katana that was impaling Gato's head and making a "peace and love" symbol with his left hand while smiling. By the side, there was a message: "Hono. Surname unknown. Lives in Konoha. Twelve years old. Ranked A in danger. Known Techniques: Powerful Katon techniques such as Katon: Karyuu Endan and an adept Kenjutsu fighter that uses kenjutsu techniques while his sword is on fire. Likes to envolve himself in Kyuubi's chakra and fight on all fours to increase speed and strength, while holding his katana with his mouth. Very dangerous, it is recommended not to engage until further information is gathered. Is known to have defeated nine hundred heavily armed enemies in mere seconds after defeating a jounin level shinobi with seemingly no injuries."
"Oh fuck yes."- Hono smiled. Soon, the whole world would know of his existence.
"Fuck yes? This is serious! You're not a secret anymore. Soon, enemies will come from different parts of the world to face you!"- Inoichi replied.
"I have already mentioned this. Being top dog in the bingo book is my goal in life. This means that I am halfway there."- the fox kid grinned. He then grabbed his backpack.- "Anyway, let's move on. I called the shinobi council because I've completed the weapons that I was creating for you."
"That you were creating for us? What do you mean?"- Tsume asked, confused.
"He's the Mistic Blacksmith."- Shikaku answered, realizing it just then. That's why Kurenai and the Aburame and Hyuuga families had their weapons first, they were close to him. Hono took out a pair of fingerless gloves that had claws that went on the back of the fingers and that extended to the shoulder where a metal wolf sculpture was. After asking Tsume to wear them and make chakra run through them, the wolf sculptures quickly headed down the arm only to close their jaws shut with a snap after they crossed the Inuzuka woman's hands.
"They close with enough force to snap bones. They are located on the shoulders so that your clan can perform handsigns."- Hono went back to the backpack but as soon as he took out the second weapon, Tsume kissed him straight on the lips.
"Mom!"- Kiba complained. Tsume broke the kiss, blushing. Hono proceeded as if nothing had happened. The second weapon he took out was a coat of armor. He asked Chouza to wear it. It fit like a glove. After Chouza made chakra run through it, spikes came out of every inch of the coat of armor.
"Those spikes are sharper than your hair. They are guaranteed to leave some deep holes on their enemies."- Chouza gave him a strong handshake and thanked him. Hono took out the third weapon. It didn't look like a weapon at all though. It was just a ring. He asked Inoichi to wear it.- "That ring amplifies your mind jutsu's accuracy and speed. You can simply point at someone to instantly trade minds with them or disrupt theirs. It is a way to speed up all of your jutsus. It also strengthens them, as your jutsus last longer and are more effective."
"Thank you very much."- the blonde man replied, taking a better look at the ring. Finally, Hono took out a pair of fingerless gloves and gave them to Shikaku. He wore them and listened as Hono explained their uses.
"These gloves are special. They can do two things. One, they can create shadow by themselves, and two, you can make chakra run through them to envelop them in a shadow mist and strengthen your taijutsu skills. The first ability takes a lot of chakra and should only be used in finishing moves or urgent situations. The second one takes minimal chakra, and can be used at any time."- Shikaku hugged Hono and stepped back before bowing his head, thanking him.
"For centuries, my clan has tried to find out a way to actually create shadow, you did it in weeks. The Nara are forever in your debt."- the raven haired man said.
"So are the Akimichi."- Chouza followed.
"And the Inuzuka."- Tsume said before growling.
"And the Yamanaka."- this time, Inoichi.
"The Hyuuga."- Hiashi followed with a smile.
"And the Aburame as well. Do not hesitate to ask us for help."- Shibi said with a passive expression on his face. Hono smiled.