Tales of the Crimson Emperor
Suggestion By: Aclux
Pairings: Naruto x Yasaka
Crossovers: *Too many to count*
Holy Summit, High Charity
"There was one ship." was all that was reported.
Standing in the Holy Summit titled, High Charity, in a room filled with many spectators. Many who were angry, outraged, at the audacity that the crime committed. Standing before the individual reporting to three esteemed individuals. The three emperors of three separate kingdoms, yet it was almost like one united federation or a republic of sorts. With three figures watching from the shadows until called upon. While the shadows are silent and benevolent, they were best meant to be in a good mood.
"Only one? A single fleet of humans?" asked a man with pale skin and long blond hair.
"No my emperor, one ship." the individual answered.
Then a younger silver haired young man whistled, "I'm all for jokes, but I ain't laughing. You must have screwed up hard if you can't destroy one piece of wood floating on water." he said not sounding displeased.
"Keep your opinions on the downlow Vali." said a red haired man. "Though, what is so special about one ship that it was able to penetrate the naval blockade. So unique, that a few insignificant foot soldiers could step on our lands without being so much as scratched?" he asked.
"Crimson Emperor, there has been a similar instance. With the war criminal, Graf Dumas..."
The Crimson Emperor slammed his fist onto his arm rest, "We are not on the topic of deceased terrorists!" he yells interrupting the individual.
The individual bowed their head apologetically, "I apologize for my words." they said.
"Don't be uptight Naruto. You used to be the fun guy." Vali said as he didn't want anyone getting too angry or stressed. "But Guilford here has a point. Because of past incidents, some people like to get creative... and crazy. So a brave few came in. What we want to know is, how." he said logically.
The blond man almost wanted to snort, "I see someone decided to be serious for once." he commented.
"I'm hurt Alucard. You still see me as a little kid?" Vali asked his blond friend.
"To summarize, yes. On the topic, what of the invaders? Did any survive?" Alucard asked as he pressed his fingers together.
"Most were slaughtered after they attempted to land. It seems as if the ship itself was built for speed and durability." Guilford began to explain. "It may be a wild guess, but we believe they may have been after one of the sacred vaults." he said earning an uproar from those in attendance.
Many being angry that their sacred treasures filled with either their culture or dangerous weapons were likely in danger. Finding disgust in one of the men representing and leading a portion of the forces that defend them for a ragtag group to run in and land on their shores.
Alucard leaned close to Naruto, "They seem quite angry." he whispered.
Naruto sighed, "Unfortunately lots of people do. They put our trust in us and it's our duty to keep the realm stable." he whispered back.
"I think everyone is gonna keep getting pissed if we don't clean up this mess." Vali pointed out.
"Agreed." the other two said before thinking over a decision.
"Guilford, by chance have you discovered the origins of the ship?" Alucard asked.
"Pardon?" Guilford asked nervously.
"Origin, where the ship is made, where it came from or possibly under what banner did the ship sail under." Naruto explained clearly.
Guilford nodded, "Yes, despite the tattered sails and destruction by the end of the skirmish, along with a few very helpful reports. It was confirmed that the invaders themselves are from Melromarc." he said and before he finished he heard another loud uproar.
Most likely anger at a kingdom filled with human supremacists. Hoping to either threaten them for compensation or go to war to wipe them out. Yet quite a few were angry but unsure if they're willing to sacrifice their comrades and distant relatives who are signed up and ready to perish for their homes. It didn't matter as action needed to be taken and words do not always work.
One should never whisper wise words into the ear of a fool after all.
"I will have order in this court!" Naruto demanded as he slams his fist once more unto his arm rest.
Hearing the Crimson Emperor's having to raise his voice. Everyone began to silence themselves but not forget the outrageous truth. Naruto cleared his voice and began to speak.
"While outrageous, I have to admit that this cannot go ignored or swept under the rug. Melromarc is filled with fascists and solely place their hatred on anyone non human or in support of a non human." Naruto said.
Alucard nodded in agreement while Vali reclined in his chair, "And if there are any suggestions. I'm ready to listen." he said expecting something from his red haired friend.
Naruto thought it over, "It may sound ridiculous and pointless." he said noticing Vali's bored stare. "However, we'll have to talk things out before getting into conflict. Even if only a hand full of lives are lost in a conflict of hate. It would only further goad everyone into war." he explained.
"It sounds reasonable, we may use words but it is also action that will save the day." Alucard said in agreement.
"Alright, let's hope for peace, fight for peace and hopefully no one gets hurt." Vali said summarizing what they said.
Seeing as all three of them decided on a plan of action. It was Naruto who decided to finish up the meeting.
"As to avoid conflict and potential unnecessary losses. We will be confronting the current monarch as to this travesty." Naruto stated as some people were having mixed feelings. "I now adjourn this meeting. Guilford, you are to continue the investigation of the invading ship." he added as everyone was free to leave.
Vali stood up and stretched his body, "Well, better call the woman. She's really nice ya know. Too bad she decided marry someone's grandpa." he said with a laugh.
While it was good that Vali was well acquainted with Queen Mirellia of Melromarc. They couldn't help but to sigh at Vali's immaturity. At least he's not like the other perverts that tried scoring a seat as an emperor.
"Speaking of marriage. I heard the leader of that elf tribe will be holding his ceremony." Alucard said.
Naruto nodded, "Hopefully all goes well for them. Perhaps the debate on who will take the fourth and final seat will end soon." he said having fondness of Licht.
"Hopefully it's not stick in the mud. You guys used to be cool." Vali said before leaving.
"And he will never stop being a child." Alucard said as he also took his leave.
Another meeting room
Following Vali, Naruto and Alucard found themselves in another room meant for private communication. Most likely meant to communicate with pretty girls or prank people. At least that's what the two older men thought as they still saw Vali as an immature boy.
"Ok guys, I have the Queen of Melromarc on speed dial. So let's see who's going behind her back." Vali said as he went through the magical device.
However just as Vali was about to make a call. Naruto grabbed his arm and stopped him. Being confused, Vali gave Naruto an questioning look. Only to see the red head point at one of the names on his call list.
Excel Walter
Alucard snorted when he saw the name, "Really Vali?" he asked.
Vali scoffed, "I have nothing to explain." he said.
"And here I thought the idiot with the glove was perverted." Alucard said as Vali groaned loudly.
"If you're into older women. I'm sure Miss Morgan at the library would be interested." Naruto added as Vali hanged his head low.
"Am I just supposed to take this abuse?" Vali asked with a tick mark on his head.
After the men had their laugh. Vali finally connected his link to Queen Mirellia.
"Ah, Lords Lucifer, Tepes and Uzumaki, what an honor this may I assist you three today?" she asked curiously.
"Hi Queen Mirellia, listen, by chance did you know about some rogue soldiers deciding to go on a cruise without your permission?" Vali asked confusing the queen.
"Pardon me, but what are you asking?" Queen Mirellia asked.
Alucard spoke up hoping to clear things up, "Recently there was an invading ship. A single one managed to break through the naval blockade and was holding the sails bearing the emblem of your kingdom." he explained.
Mirellia frowned, not because she took it as an accusation but knowing how desperate things were getting for some xenophobic and greedy nobles and wealthy figures. Regardless, she would need some visual proof to add to any trials and arrests. Then again, she knew it would likely be presented immediately which would make a criminal case go by faster. Mirellia didn't enjoy punishing her people, but at the same time didn't want her country to be overruled by greed and warmongers that would destroy their home.
The same could be said about King Ramposa of Re-Estize. As he had the misfortune of facing the same opposition along with the nobles of his country taking more and more power every day. Not to mention, unlike Mirellia, Ramposa's children respect him but do not see things his way.
"I see, things have become hectic lately. As the princess of another neighboring kingdom has entered a union with the leader of the elven tribe." Mirellia said agreeing with how agitated some of the military has been.
"The union between Licht and Tetia Silvamillion Clover." Alucard said.
"Precisely, you can tell how adament some people are against an interracial marriage." Mirellia said.
Vali nodded, "Yeah I can tell, sometimes people are forced to marry grandpas as instead of someone younger, nicer and more skilled. Especially someone who respects a strong and intelligent woman who leads from the front." he said as Naruto really wanted to slap him in the back of the head.
Mirellia closed her eyes and gave a weak smile, "I thank you for the compliment Lord Lucifer, but please refrain from insulting my marriage."she says as she actually loved her husband despite the fact that Vali thinks he was found in a retirement home. "I'm sure you will find love someday as well. As a woman like me too mature and too different from yourself." she said making a rain cloud appear over Vali's head.
"And that's strike two." Naruto said as Vali groaned.
"Back to the topic at hand your majesty. Has there been any recent changes in the form of your military?" Alucard asked.
Mirellia did think about this one very deeply, "Recently there have been more pushes towards recruitment along with extra military drills. So it has looked odd that my soldiers have been constantly training. Initially I thought it was paranoia or preparation of disasters." she said voicing her distrust.
"One can never be impossibly cautious. Then again, it would be easy to lose track of soldiers and equipment during extended training regiment." Naruto pointing out.
"That could explain the rogue ship. It would be easier to sneak out a single force on a single ship." Mirellia suggested.
"Sounds like an excuse, but at the same time this happened with our own before." Alucard said remembering a familiar incident.
"Nobody can have whatever they want. Vargas learned that the hard way." Naruto said also remembering that day.
Before anyone could continue squabbling on about idiotic individuals who focus on pride. The three emperors could hear the sounds of one of the Queen's assistants talking to her.
"Your majesty, I believe something disastrous is arriving."said the queen's assistant.
This only further caught the attention of the trio.
Several days later, outskirts
Within every lifetime there are moments of greatness, some solitary, but others shared. On what appeared to be a beautiful day under the clear sun. The elven tribe had come together to witness the union of two individuals declaring their love for each other. Some would say they are a strange couple, others would say is a story of true love... only time would tell.
The union of the elf, Licht and the human princess, Tetia Silvamillion Clover. A unique meeting that had blossomed to romance and the creation of two children yet to be born. While considered forbidden by the human nobles, was quickly ignored and only supported by one human. The elder brother of Tetia, Lemiel. Who had yet to arrive to this grand ceremony for a reason Tetia has yet to understand.
Unfortunately, some humans are naturally greedy and hateful and could care less of whatever sacred ceremony they need to ruin for their own benefit. Luckily, others are not so greedy and would put a stop to such sacrilege.
"Look out!" someone yelled as they pointed at the sky.
The couple looked above to see a giant magic circle that unleashed a wave of light magic bullets. Everyone panicked and attempted to escape and defend themselves. Only to find themselves immobile and unable to use magic, leaving them doomed to meet their demise. That is... until another barrier appeared.
What looked like several hexagons forming a dome had appeared over the entire tribe. Completely negating the magic and protecting the elves as well as disabling the sealing magic underneath them, once again being granted freedom. Nonetheless, everyone is confused and unaware of who had come to their rescue.
In the meantime, Tetia was covering her mouth in horror and shock by the sudden attack. Along with Licht, she was very confused as to why light magic was trying to attack the tribe of her betrothed. Especially since the only light magic user she is aware of is her very own brother. Her questions would have to wait as she had soon heard the sounds of explosions nearby. Licht immediately lifted up Tetia and started running to cover along with his fellow elves as he looked up to see what was a giant boat with wings and propellers firing cannons at the hillside.
Looking further back Licht witnessed as several more airships arrived and began to drop explosives over the hills. Unaware of the many human brigades that were hiding over there and left unprepared for a large scale counter attack. All the elves just watched in fear as they had found themselves in the middle of a war from the looks of things. Only for it to quickly die down as a large explosion coming from a beam of light had arrived followed by a large earthquake.
After a few minutes of hanging on for their lives. The elves soon noticed that things had gotten relatively quiet.
"Is it over?" one of the elves asked.
"I'm more concerned with our lives." said another.
"Is everyone alright? Can I get a head count?" Licht asked as he held onto Tetia for safety.
As everyone checked to see if their neighbors and friends had made it fine. They soon noticed that the barrier had started to collapse and to their surprise. Lemiel had arrived with his assistant, Secre Swallowtail, by his side.
"Tetia!" Lemiel cried out as he landed near the elves.
"Lemiel!" Tetia yelled back as she tried to stand.
Only to stop and be gently lowered to the ground as the stress of the attack and her pregnancy made things difficult. The last thing Tetia needed was more stress on her body as she wasn't the only one in danger. Things could only get worse as they saw a smaller airship hovering over them. Then again, there were some people who were more concerned about the light magic.
"Hey, could you explain why your light magic is suddenly attacking us?" asked a concerned looking elf.
"Rhya." Licht tried to say.
"Listen, I don't like playing the blame game, but I think we need answers." said a blond elf.
Licht closed his eyes and sighed, "I suppose Vetto has a point." he said before looking at Lemiel again.
"I understand but you have to believe me. Before I could arrive, I was ambushed by a devil." Lemiel said earning strange looks.
Secre spoke up in defense of her master, "It's true, Lemiel-sama was trapped in a strange binding that absorbed some of his magic. As if the devil could take and reflect the magic of others." she explained.
Though to be fair, that all sounded far fetched but then again there is a literal war going on outside. What made it more bizarre was the airship above them had yet to leave. In fact, it shot down several harpoons into the ground as if it were trying to stay close only to watch as several individuals started sliding down the ropes connected to the harpoons. Causing the elves to summon their respective grimoires and prepare for battle.
Only to stop and see that they were lead by what appeared to be a young girl in a lolita dress. It wasn't just the strange girl that stopped them but the fact that the girl bowed her head and did a curtsy.
"Greetings Elf tribe, my name is Shalltear Bloodfallen and I have come to personally greet on the behest of my master." said the young girl now identified as Shalltear.
The elves lowered their guard as they risked their lives trying to believe Shalltear and the armed troops behind her.
"And who is your master young lady?" Licht asked.
Shalltear grinned revealing her fangs, "He should be here shortly." she said as she saw a random body crashing near her.
Along with a pair of snarling wolves dragging that same man away. Only for Alucard to appear with a passive look on his face as he approached them. Along with showing no concern for the body being dragged away by the wolves.
"Who are those wolves Shalltear?" Alucard asked.
"I believe those are just stray direwolves milord." Shalltear answered.
Alucard placed a hand under chin and nodded, "I see, I expect them both to receive medals." he said as Shalltear sweatdropped. The Dhampir then turned towards Licht and bowed his head, "Greetings, I am Adrian Fahrenheit Tepes." he said introducing himself but leaving out his status to surprise them.
"And I am Licht, the leader of the tribe." Licht said introducing himself in return.
Alucard nodded, 'So he is the one under consideration.' he thought before turning to the sight of Naruto and Vali arriving with their respective guards behind them.
Vali was wearing white pristine armor with vibrant blue wings. While showing some sign of class, the shape of it was built be as ferocious on the battlefield as an angry dragon. Behind him were several guards in blue armor with ornate helms and glass covering their faves, armed with spears and swords as they followed him.
Then there was Naruto who appeared wearing a sashinuki hakama which were gathered at the ankles, producing a "ballooning" effect. His footwear consisted of black ankle-high boots, also reminiscent of Chinese influence. On his right shoulder was his mokomoko-sama. The most most unique part was his long crimson red hair and fox like ears at the top of his head. Behind him were several guards in red armor and golden headdresses on their own helmets with staves for weapons.
(A/N: Yoko Kurama's hair in red, but with Sesshomaru's clothing)
"Ah, I see my two companions are here as well." Alucard said nonchalantly.
"Greetings, I am Vali Lucifer." Vali said doing the bow he hated so much.
"And I am Naruto Uzumaki." Naruto said with his own bow.
This left Licht wondering what is making today so unique that he meets these three individuals.
Inside the airship (docked)
Having dealt with the situation of the invading force and the failed assassination. The three emperors revealed themselves to Licht. Along with the plot to wipe out his tribe, but they couldn't completely confirm Secre and Lemiel's story about the devil. Regardless, there was a plot and it's been stopped by the three along with a small alliance of two human kingdoms. Well more like a few loyal and uncorrupted soldiers.
"Well, you don't realize how grateful I am to know that you saved my people. Yet, I don't know how to repay you all." Licht said as he was so overcome with emotions.
Naruto smiled, "A wedding is a sacred ceremony that should not be turned into a massacre of all things. Something as petty as discrimination knows no bounds. As a husband and father myself, I can understand the feeling you possess." he said.
Vali chuckled as he positioned himself to be more comfortable in his chair, "Well I don't. You guys got your ball and chains and own brats to worry about. Unlike me, a comfortable bachelor." he said.
"Then stop flirting with older women." Alucard said mocking his friend once more.
"Regardless I say..." Naruto was cut off by the sounds of screaming in the background.
"What the hell was that?" Vali asked only to hear more screaming.
Elsewhere
In another room there's an infirmary run by a few medics lead by a very old woman who with the figure of a woman in her 20s. This woman is Dr Kureha, a 139 year old woman who by now, has no concept of aging due to a "secret" she claims to have that kept her alive and healthy for so long. Currently, she was handling a screaming Tetia who's stress was so high that she may be giving birth early before the predicted date.
"Stop standing there you fools! The baby isn't waiting on you!" Kureha says as she has already changed into her scrubs. "Now someone get me some hot water and those towels!" she ordered as the medics were rushing around.
With Lemiel trying to squeeze into the room, "Let me see her! She's my sister!" he said as he budged right through.
"I'll wait for you outside my prince!" Secre yelled out as the door was shut.
"Everyone keep quiet! It ain't the first time I had to rip out one of these little suckers. That Crimson Emperor's last kid caused a thunderstorm and don't get me started on Goldie!" Kureha said as she referred to Naruto and Alucard.
Suddenly they could hear Licht make his way in, "Let me through, she's my wife! I know my wedding has been... not so pleasant but I still have to be there for her!" he yelled as Kureha sighed as loudly as possible.
"Let the man in, but I have a giant bill after this is over!" Kureha yelled as Licht came in.
Then suddenly the loudspeaker turned on, "Attention passengers, due to unforeseen circumstances involving this trainwreck of a wedding. Emperor Uzumaki has provided a concession stand on the upper deck which include some garlic and cinnamon breadsticks." the announcer said. Kureha was about to continue when the speaker spoke again, "Please ignore the many vomiting vampires as we had failed to label the garlic and cinnamon breadsticks. Haha, I hate to be Dr. Kureha right now." the announcer said before Kureha destroyed the speaker.
"Anyone else have anything to say?" Kureha asked as everyone minus Tetia's brother and husband left the infirmary.
"I would kindly APPRECIATE having my wonderful bundle of JOY to come OUT now DOCTOR!" Tetia randomly screamed as the contractions came in.
"Ok, you two better not cry as this happens. The ladies here are the ones that put in the work so I do not want to hear any complaining." Kureha said.
"Why would..." Lemiel tried to ask only to feel Tetia grabbing his arm and Licht's for safety.
"Oh I see, she just needs supp- AHHH!" Licht started screaming as she crushed his hand.
"What did I just say!?" Kureha asked.
A few minutes later
Secre anxiously waited for her master as she could hear the screams of pain from Tetia. Along from Lemiel himself and Licht. Unaware of the fact that Tetia was crushing their hands as she needed the support. In the meanwhile, Secre managed to get some breadsticks. All the while avoiding the vampires who ate the garlic ones on accident. Not all of them were weak against garlic, they just had sensitive stomachs and had to be careful about their diets.
As she waited, she saw a blond woman in a kimono walking alongside Naruto. From the looks of it, the woman was also expecting a child.
"I see the expecting mother is almost finished." the woman said.
"LICHT WHY DID YOU PUT THIS CREATURE INSIDE OF ME!?" Tetia roared followed by the men screaming.
"I'm sure they're fine." Naruto said ignoring the painful screams.
Eventually the screaming was drowned out by the sounds of a child crying. Then hearing Tetia crying tears of joy rather of pain and suffering as a woman in labor should.
"Congratulations young lady, it's a boy." they could hear Kureha say.
"Oh thank kami, I... AHHHH!" Tetia continued to scream.
"You have to be kidding me!" Kureha said as a few minutes later another infant's cries could be heard. "Twins... I'm not reducing my price. In fact, I'm doubling it!" she yells before opening the door and letting Secre come in to greet the new family.
"Hey how come there's only cinnamon?" Lemiel asked.
"Your nephews were just born and you're concerned over sugar coated bread?" Licht asked with an incredulous look on his face.
"My friend, there are some things you will never understand about us humans." Lemiel said as he started eating.
More time later
Upon feeding the newborns, Naruto and his spouse had entered the room to give a congratulations to the newly wedded couple. Who are also now new parents to a pair of twins. It was a unique sight for a hybrid to be born and having elven blood would only make them stronger and naturally more beautiful.
Naruto smiled as he came in, "All I can say is, congratulations on the two lovely children." he said.
"Thank you kindly your majesty." Licht said only for Naruto to raise his hand.
"Please, no need for titles. We are all equals here after all." Naruto said as they were unaware of his plan.
"I can't really agree with that. Someone of your status could never stoop to someone as low as myself." Licht said with a nervous chuckle.
"Nonsense, however one of the other reasons my colleagues and myself also involved your status as well." Naruto said confusing Licht.
"W-What do you mean?" Licht asked.
The woman giggled, "I suppose a spouse and children isn't the only surprise you will have Licht-dono." she said.
Only Licht was still terribly confused, "I think you might be getting some recognition old friend." Lemiel said thinking positively.
"And who may you be madame?" Tetia asked.
"I, my dear, am Yasaka Uzumaki, the Empress consort of the Yokai Imperial Nation. I've also arrived to congratulate a fellow mother." Yasaka said introducing herself.
Tetia blushed, "I see, t-thank milady." she said gratefully.
Yasaka smiled, "Please, no need to give me titles either. Especially when you should be praised for delivering such beautiful children into this world." she said turning towards the sleeping infants. "After all, the first time is the hardest." she said surprising Tetia with the fact that this is not her first pregnancy.
Outside, after the child delivery
Among the few human kingdoms assisting in the prevention of the assassination, was Re-Estize, lead by Gazef Stronoff. The defense was successful with few casualties and luckily with assistance, they were just a few wounded. Alongside him was a another loyal knight to the kingdom. Climb, no last name, a young man saved from the streets by the kind hearted Princess Renner.
"It's a mess." Gazef said as he saw the massive damage around where the barrier once was.
"You can't expect anything less from greed I suppose. I hear the ears of an elf are worth a small fortune." Climb said only to see his commanding officer shake his head.
"That's not all greed is boy. Greed is not necessarily how much financial worth someone builds. It's what they desire and from what his majesty said, they were coveting the powerful magic that elves carry within them." Gazef explained having understood the concept of greed.
Climb could only look on with worry, "It leaves me wondering how much of reality can someone forget for their desires." he said before hearing some fighting nearby.
"Should we investigate the sounds?" asked another soldier.
"One squad only, Climb you will be taking charge." Gazef said as the younger man nodded and sattled up on a free horse.
At the fight
Vali yawned as he lied against a dead tree. In front of him was Alucard who was standing in front of a human man named Erya. This man was pretty disgusting to say the least. He was one of those adventurers that carried slaves with him as support for his party. Three elves from the looks of it and they were likely from outside of Licht's tribe since I doubt he would let three elven women get captured and have their ears trimmed.
Why did Vali find this boring? Because he already finished up his own fight with some mercenaries and adventurers who were promised a hefty amount of money for assistance by the nobles. That and how Alucard was fighting Erya. Alucard was just letting his sword float around on its own and letting it block every attack. Almost like a child learning to fight with a sword by blocking every strike.
However, instead of an instructor who had to take it slowly for Alucard to learn. The Golden Emperor had to deal with an experienced fighter who was far too slow and too impatient. By now, Vali removed the chains and the slavery crests on the elven women who hid behind him. Further frustrating Erya as he couldn't be given healing or enhancement spells.
"Don't look down on me!" Erya yelled as he kept slashing at Alucard who's sword kept blocking everything.
"Too slow and too much strength. Your sword will either break or you will lose your grip." Alucard commented as he could see Etta's exhaustion.
"Do not belittle me you filthy night creature!" Erya shouted insulting the older man.
"My son was about as impatient but at least he was able to learn as a toddler." Alucard said before sidestepping and letting Erya fall on his face.
Erya growled as as slowly stood back up and tried to pierce Alucard. Only for the dhampir to catch the blade between his fingers and rip it out of Erya's grip. It having a quick enough response time, Erya soon soon found a fist against his throat causing him to collapse and grip his damaged windpipe.
"You're annoying." Alucard said before his sword sliced off the adventurer's arm before piercing his neck.
Vali gagged, "Come on man! I know he deserved worse but now he's gonna make all those weird noises!" he whined as Erya was twitching and gasping for air.
Alucard pondered this, "I suppose a quick strike would have been more efficient." he said understanding Vali's words. "I suppose that's enough for now. There aren't anymore arrogant adventurers or "heroes" are there?" he asked.
"I don't think so, but I swear I saw a purple haired elf." Vali answered.
"A purple haired elf?" Alucard asked while giving Vali a strange look.
Vali shrugged, "Maybe they dyed their hair. I don't know. Anyways, we should figure out what to do with these ones?" he asked as he referred to the former elven slaves.
"We can ask Licht if his tribe are willing to take them in. Otherwise one of us gives them citizenship and a home." Alucard said as Vali gestured for the elves to follow.
Both not noticing the sick grins on their faces. As they looked at the terrified face of their deceased slave master. Then holding back their giggles as they watched Alucard recall his sword from Erya's throat. It's a good thing only Climb's squad just missed the conflict and didn't see the demented smiles or brutality.
Back on the airship, a short while later
After helping the former elven slaves settle in. Alucard and Vali made their way up to a special cabin where Naruto was holding the meeting with Licht.
"You two are late." Naruto said.
"I had to cleanse this world of a false idol. In the form of a slave master." Alucard said referring to the killing of Erya.
"And I watched just after dealing with my own enemies." Vali added as he sat down first.
"Well now that you two are here. I suppose we can start the meeting." Alucard said as he took his seat next.
"It's more of us needing to be formal about one thing. We should be blunt about it." Vali said not noticing the nervous look on Licht's face.
"If I may ask, what is it that you three wished to tell me?" Licht asked.
Naruto took a deep breath, "It is with great consideration and recent events that we have taken the time to accept this idea. As the three emperors of the other realm. We have come together and elected you, Licht of the Elf tribe as the Fourth Emperor." he said as Licht's face was blank and just boring into Naruto's face.
"You're emperor number four buddy! The White Emperor!" Vali said trying to excite Licht who suddenly gasp.
"Are my ears playing games with me?" Licht asked incredulously.
"This is all true Licht, it was not something we take lightly and there are not too many candidates to fulfill the role." Naruto explained.
"Eh, well him or that sorceress." Vali said while scratching the back of his head.
"I'm sure Salem still enjoys the idea of an equality great title. Perhaps Dearia is willing to hand over his title over to her." Alucard said referring to another elf who lives his life as a real estate agent.
Naruto coughed to regain their attention, "Back to the matter at hand. I understand such a prestigious honor, one with much responsibility no less. However, we can save the announcement for later. Just to let it sink in." he explained helping Licht feel more calm.
"That's right, besides he still needs help with the whole situation." Vali said referring to the mess outside.
"Well perhaps Dearia-san will be willing to help with any rebuilding of homes." Alucard suggested as he passed Licht a business card.
To Licht's surprise, he heard of the rumors of elves outside of his tribe but thought they were scarce. Then again, there was a myth that many groups left their home many a millennium ago to pursue new homes in new lands. It appears one of them looked like they settled in the business of real estate... and being a demon lord.
Vali leaned closer to Licht and whispered into his ear, "Don't worry, it's a title he got from a raffle. He actually wanted some pocket tissues or something." he said as Licht sweat dropped.
Who even gives away a high ranking title as if it were as worthless as pocket tissues?
"Anyways, I suppose we should postpone the public announcement, but tell your closest and most trustworthy friends. As... hm?" Naruto turned and looked around and noticed a magic circle over his head.
"Ah... that's not good." Vali said with wide eyes.
"I can just swat it away, but... no. There's something off about this. I think it's an invocation spell." Naruto said as he stood up to answer it.
"Naruto, perhaps you should just disable it. I mean..." Alucard tried to say only for Naruto to answer the invocation. "Damn it brother! Yami, to him!" he said as a shadowy sentient went through the portal as well.
Vali groaned as he tossed an object after them, "I swear, he's saying I'm immature when he's the most reckless one here!" he complained.
Nami no kuni/Wave Country
Wave is in economic shambles to say the least. A few years back, a tycoon by the name of Gato, owner of Gato Shipping Company, decided to turn the country into his place of business. Often forcing the country into paying unnecessary taxes and forcing punishments on them. It didn't help that the country had no real military defense so the people had no legal defense or military defense. Leaving Gato and his mercenaries to do as they wish, including illegal actions.
In an attempt to combat Gato's tyrannical reign over Wave. An elderly man named Tazuna, had planned to build a bridge to connect to Hi no kuni, or Fire Country, to create a trade agreement to rebuild the economy. Doing so would slowly build up money to help everyone in poverty as well as possibly pay for a defense. That and the countries they have agreements with would have to assist them. As an attack on an ally or a critical point for a nation, is an attack on Fire Country itself. Gato knew he had no way to combat the daimyo's elite samurai force or any high ranking shinobi from his hidden village.
So Gato hired several missing ninja in attempt to kill the bridge builder, one of them Being A rank missing ninja, Zabuza Momochi also known as the Demon of the Mist. However, up until now, Zabuza found himself close to death as he fought the ninjas of Konoha. Nonetheless, Gato didn't intend to pay the man as someone of Zabuza's calibur is capable but too expensive in his own mind. So he was hoping to use a giant number of mercenaries to kill the weakened Zabuza and Konoha shinobi.
Also hoping a few of his mercenaries get killed to reduce the number of paychecks. For a successful tycoon, the man is cheaper than 5 Ryo worth of sushi.
(Note: The wiki says 1 Ryo = 10 Japanese Yen)
Seeing that the sides he was hoping to kill off were now working together. Leaving Gato to try something very desperate from a benefactor of his. Gato was very curious and suspicious at the time but still took the item. Only now activating it hoping that it was some kind of weapon or tool that could kill shinobi with little effort.
"Haha, this is the end now you ninja bastards!" Gato laughed as a magic seal appeared before him.
A moment later, none other than Naruto appeared who looked curious as to who requested his presence. Only to look down at Gato who looked scared before trying to calm himself down.
"You! Demon, kill the ninja!" Gato ordered him as if Naruto was a butler or a maid.
Instead Naruto lifted up Gato with one of his tails, "I fail to see the reason you have to command me." he says tightening his hold.
"The thing! The thing summoned you! Now you obey me! Now kill... ACK!" Gato squelched in the tight hold.
Naruto looked down and noticed the tool, "You will tell me who gave you this." he commanded.
"Like hell you can order me around like some... ACK!" Gato was starting to realize that he had no room for negotiation.
"Answer before I end your miserable and pointless existence." Naruto threatened as he sensed one of the larger mercenaries charging at him with an axe. Only for him to swat one of his other tails and completely shattering his face, "I have no patience for vermin." he says as his hold around Gato felt like he was ready to pop a pimple.
As for the Konoha team composed of Kakashi Hatake and his four students. The genin felt unnerved seeing a strange fox hybrid strangling Gato and not batting an eye towards anyone else. Especially more worried as they could see that he was a kyuubi. Making them less trusting of it as a kyuubi attacked their home.
However, two of the genin were Menma and Natsumi Uzumaki Namikaze. Children of Kushina Uzumaki and Minato Namikaze, with the latter being the leader of their village and former teacher of Kakashi. What made them unique is the contained the chakra of the kyuubi but could feel hints of sentience from the sealed bijuu.
"That yokai, I can feel my power within him. As if it assimilated with him." the kyuubi stated.
'So it's another bijuu?' Menma and Natsumi wondered.
"No, a separate creature. One that has likely surpassed me." the beast said feeling somewhat annoyed of such a thing that it scared the two children.
"Get him... already!" Gato managed to croak out.
(Sleeping Dogs OST - Fight Club Royale)
Naruto immediately dropped Gato and avoided the various weapons. Ducking and sidestepping every attack before lifting one of the thugs by his throat and tossing him into the crowd. Naruto was then bombarded by a few taijutsu practitioners then having to repeatedly block and parry every attack leaving a few arms and hands broken in the process. Not caring for their injuries, Naruto slapped them all away before stopping a large axe with the tip of his fingers and crushing his next foe's rib cage with his boot.
A man with a spear tried to attack him from behind only for Naruto's fox tail to grab and snap the weapon in half. Leaving the victim to be suffocated by another tail until his death. The next wave came at Naruto all at once. The red haired yokai did not show any emotion as he summoned a double sided scythe and began to slice through them with so much grace that the blood stains had yet to stain his garbs. While sickening to watch, Naruto's cutting style was almost looked as if a trained dancer was cutting the grass of a yard using a pair of sickles.
There were only so few mercenaries and thugs left that were willing to challenge Naruto and take the reward they were offered earlier. Yet there were much more that had already started to run towards the submarine they arrived in that was under the bridge. Unfortunately Naruto had no wish for cowards to escape and return later for pointless vengeance.
"Fox Fire." Naruto whispered as he unleashed a torrent of blue flames that burned the remaining fighters and everyone else who wished to escape.
That only left a single man with a bow an arrow with an explosive sealing tag attached, "I got you now you demon bastard!" he yelled as he fired the arrow.
Upon hitting his target, the man smirked victoriously only to watch as Naruto walked out of the smoke caused by the explosion.
"Only wild animals are afraid of fire." Naruto said before extending his claws and impaling the man in the stomach before tossing him into the river.
Now, all of Gato's remaining loyal forces have been decimated. Leaving quite a few shocked shinobi who witnessed the strength of the Crimson Emperor and his lack of empathy for the thugs he massacred. Along with Gato who was trying to crawl away only to be pulled in by a silver chain that came from Naruto's palm.
"You have not answered my question, worm." Naruto told him as he started strangling Gato with his chain.
Unfortunately this conversation ended with Gato screaming threats, then bargains... then begging. It was clear Gato had no idea who his benefactor was and had no way to trace their location. Sensing only negative things from Gato, Naruto tossed him towards the center of the bridge. The sound of the tycoon's body hitting the concrete made the Konoha ninja feel like they saw glass shatter.
Zabuza has seen similar brutality but really didn't want to see it.
'And I thought Kisame and Raiga took things too far.' the former Kiri ninja thought as he saw the yokai tamper with the device.
Naruto growled making his tails stand up. Now realizing his mistake by answering the summoning. As apparently, he couldn't find a way back to the other realm nor could he use one of his own transportation techniques to travel back home. This is quite concerning and nonetheless going to create trouble with the lands he watches over. That and Yasaka would likely give him an earful when he returns home. Along with Vali and Alucard who warned him.
"Though I suppose with something at this level. Whoever that man's benefactor is could be a dangerous individual." Naruto said to himself before slowly being approached.
"Um, may I ask who you are?" asked Kakashi Hatake.
"It's rude to ask for a name before introducing yourself first." Naruto replied blankly.
"Ok... I am Kakashi Hatake of Konohagakure." Kakashi said nervously.
"I am Naruto and I have never heard of that place. What kingdom do you hail from Kakashi Hatake?" Naruto asked just surprising Kakashi with his name alone.
"Kingdom? I am a part Hi No Kuni, but my allegiance is to Konoha. We protect the country if that is what you mean." Kakashi answered.
"Is this Konoha your capital then?" Naruto asked.
Kakashi shook his head, "No, I would say just the main military." he said trying to explain it to the best of his ability.
Naruto nodded, "Very well, I may return shortly. I will have my own investigations done." he said before transforming into a crimson colored fox and ran off into the distance.
Leaving the Konoha group confused, as well as Zabuza who immediately went into hiding with his subordinate, Haku. Though the former Kiri ninja wasn't spotted as the Konoha ninja noticed the angry mob who came to the bridge. All lead by the bridge builder's grandson, Inari. Now it looks like they were hoping to lynch Gato for all of his crimes.
A day later
Naruto was spotted in the town again. From the looks of things, he did not find what he was looking for. What he was looking for was some way to trace the origin of the device used to create the invocation ritual. It still left him concerned that a foolish tycoon somehow got his hands on such a delegate device and activate it. If used properly, it could have dragged him without any choice in the matter. What he wasn't aware of, was the fact that the Konoha shinobi wanted to investigate him as Naruto had the same name as the missing son of their hokage who disappeared shortly after his birth.
So that left Kakashi with trying to obtain a blood sample. As the Naruto he knew about also had red hair upon birth. The fact that he was also a kyuubi yokai was also too coincidental.
"I can sense you Hatake. Your emotions betray you." Naruto said as Kakashi did a poor job hiding within the trees.
Which did hurt his pride as one of the best ninja of his village, "Yo." he said very lamely.
"What is it that you want?" Naruto asked.
Kakashi scratched the back of his head nervously, "I was curious as to your origins. An animal hybrid isn't something natural in these lands if you get what I'm trying to say." he said.
"I see, so there are no yokai or demi humans in these lands then." Naruto responded only further confusing Kakashi.
"That aside." Kakashi said trying to ignore what he just said. "I was wondering if you have a last name." he said.
"And pray tell, why you wish to know such personal matters." Naruto demanded.
And this was the difficult part, "A few years ago, my village was attacked by the Kyuubi no yoko and it could only be defeated using fuinjutsu. Most of its power went into my teacher, our village leader's son who's name was also Naruto." Kakashi explained.
"And you believe me to be this child?" Naruto asked with his arms crossed.
"Well it can't be a coincidence that a red haired individual named Naruto with nine tails just suddenly appears. Then again, I did question it considering the Naruto we're looking for would be a pre teen." Kakashi answered.
"Well the family name I received is the same one as the name embroidered into my clothes when I was found, Uzumaki." Naruto replied making Kakashi look surprised.
"Would you be willing to let me take a blood sample?" Kakashi suddenly requested.
"I will consider it, but should this be turned against me in any way. You best pray there is no widow left in your wake." Naruto said as he waited for Kakashi to grab a jar.
Naruto then lowered his sleeve and tore into his flesh by extending his claws and letting the blood drip. Before his wounds suddenly closed and hardened. Kakashi nodded as he closed up the jar and performed his summoning technique. Invoking a small puppy with a droopy face.
"You need something Kakashi?" asked the dog.
"Pakkun, I need you to deliver this bottle and a letter I need to write to the hokage." Kakashi said as he quickly took out a note and sheet of paper.
"Ok, something important or are you pranking with something?" Pakkun asked.
"It's important, besides Kushina would just destroy me if I start a prank war." Kakashi answered as the dog smiled at the idea.
"Ok, I'll see you later." Pakkun said before disappearing.
Naruto left Kakashi's side and sat under a tree, "What will you do?" Kakashi asked him.
"I need to ponder on a way to return home. I have many duties that I left behind." Naruto replied as he took out the device from earlier.
"I see, maybe sensei or someone in Konoha can figure it out. Seeing as it was some kind of fuinjutsu Gato had used." Kakashi suggested.
"Perhaps, I'll consider seeing this Konohagakure should I be unable to figure out the invocation on my own." Naruto replied.
Some time later, with Minato Namikaze
There isn't much to describe the office of the Hokage. Going into detail as to the work pertaining the leader of a hidden village would be tedious. While the work of the Hokage is more than just a politician, they are still given mundane tasks such as handling paperwork. However, it appears that the Yondaime would be given a new task as Pakkun had appeared on his desk.
"Yo." the dog greeted.
"Hello Pakkun, is something wrong with Kakashi's team?" Minato asked.
"Aside from fighting an A rank missing ninja. Everything is ok, the big guy wanted you to have this." Pakkun explains as he give Minato the jar and the note.
Minato curiously took the sheet of paper and started reading it.
Dear Minato Sensei
Sorry for the rushed note. I know you're mad about me not retreating back to Konoha and requesting a more experienced team to handle the situation let alone contact reinforcements. Anyways, just as the mission came close to an end. Gato, the shipping tycoon, intended to have us wiped out with an army of paid mercenaries. Along with using a strange item that triggered a summoning technique.
To my surprise, it summoned a red haired fox yokai. Naturally anyone would have tried attacking it, instead I chose to spectate and see how it would react. Luckily I'm not barbaric since I'm very sure the yokai was hiding a chunk of it's power. It was dealing with a bunch men with sharp weapons. I guess there's no shortage of idiots willing to wield swords and axes for money I guess. So the yokai cut them all down with ease like a gardner cutting a lawn.
What's even more surprising? He claimed to be named Naruto along with having that name embroidered into his clothes as a child. So I may have concluded that he's your missing son and that he was somehow mutated during the sealing before being used in another summoning technique that took him away.
I know, it's a wild theory but it's too coincidental. What do you want me to do?
So after some awkward conversing. I got "Naruto" to give me some blood samples in that jar. I didn't have a vial, so that was the best I can do.
-From, Kakashi Hatake
Minato face palmed, imagining the reason behind Kakashi not carrying test tube vials. Most likely to make room for his perverted book that his own teacher writes. However focusing on the strange theory of Kakashi, it really did sound to coincidental if not far fetched. If there was a yokai and Kakashi got a blood sample. Then maybe he can have someone in a laboratory in a hospital to work on it.
'I can't be too optimistic can I? Then again, a yokai is myth. It could be a bloodline technique from an endangered clan or someone using senjutsu like Jiraiya sensei.' Minato thought as sennin modo involved showing animal like features of the summoning animal it was learned from.
Senjutsu aside, Minato ordered for the blood samples to be compared to his and Kushina's DNA. Though he was hoping to keep it on the downlow as to not get her hopes up or that of his other children.
Wave, a day later
Naruto still couldn't find a way back by normal means. Leaving him with the option of considering approaching the Yondaime Hokage to assist him with the transportation. Although, it wasn't impossible for someone to transport themselves to his location. As seen as he got into a defensive stance once he saw a magic circle appear close to him.
Naruto snarled as he extended his claws and let his tails wave around. Unaware of the attention he was gaining from the pseudo jinchuriki. Only for the Crimson Emperor to calm down upon seeing his wife and child appear with the maid and butler.
"Yasaka?" Naruto asked.
"Naruto, care to explain why you are far from home after going after a rogue incantation?" Yasaka asked with a critical eye.
Naruto stood up and explained his situation. Much to Yasaka's confusion and initial denial. Only to watch as she failed to use a reverse transportation technique. This was odd and she had to realize that her husband was telling the truth. Though this did scare their daughter, Kunou, who was being held in Naruto's arms. The girl is usually trying to act mature, but couldn't help but to be worried and scared by unnatural things like being unable to go home.
So for now, they had to settle with the idea of visiting the village Kakashi mentioned. And they had already started their travel upon finishing the bridge. Once more having to listen to Tazuna being grateful about Gato's defeat as the man was being kept in special confinement thanks to the Konoha ninja. That and Naruto dumped Gato's bank information somewhere he thought was important which was given to Tazuna and a few others who acted as the unofficial leaders. It was most likely Zabuza and his apprentice took whatever wasn't nailed to the ground and ran.
Though Naruto himself was praised despite the massacre of the thugs and mercenaries Gato hired. Regardless, they just a bunch of hired arms with no morales except for whoever gave them money. So that stopped any chance of someone breaking Gato out or any unorganized group from trying to pillage them.
Oh and that Menma kid had some weird teary eyed conversation with a boy named Inari before leaving.
"How long is the travel on foot Kakashi?" Naruto asked.
"Three days if we run with few stops." Kakashi answered.
"Possibly a week, that will not be good. Salamander can't hold everyone." Naruto said as he started pondering. Only to look at the maid, "Tohru, transform if you will and carry the humans. Diablo can offer cover and I will ride with my family on Salamander." he explained.
Tohru didn't like the idea of carrying humans but nodded anyways, "Ok your majesty!" she said.
"Wait, transform into what?" Natsumi asked only to watch as Tohru transformed into a large dragon.
"Fear me!" Tohru demanded.
"Tohru, you sound like an old man." Diablo said earning a glare from the dragon.
"Don't fight you two. Time to go." Naruto said as he summoned a winged lizard made of fire to his side.
Kakashi sweat dropped at everything and wondered if everyone from Wave could see Tohru from a distance. Before he got on, Kakashi had summoned Pakkun again and gave him another note regarding their arrival. Doing so very quickly before Pakkun could freak out at the sight of a giant mythical reptile. Seeing the dog disappear, Kakashi hesitantly climbed onto the back of the dragon. Whereas Naruto and his family had already started flying into the sky.
One of Kakashi's students, Sakura Haruno, was already panicking as she somehow managed to bottle up everything she has seen since Gato's fall. Now she was clinging onto her crush, Sasuke Uchiha, for dear life. Who at the same time was also taking the time to study everything he witnessed while keeping his distance. The last thing he wanted to do was tempt fate by directly challenging a yokai that cut down multiple men at once. Among other skills he was hiding.
Except he could do without Sakura screaming for her life as she used him like a life preserver.
Several hours later
Minato Namikaze was shocked to say the least. Despite only needing to worry about the potential contaminants of the jar Kakashi gave him. The paternity results had come in as quickly as he demanded them. Using his own blood as a sample along with the spare Kushina had on for future medical reasons. The result of the individual was a match. Well near perfect, as mentioned the jar could have had contaminants as Kakashi was ignorant enough to not carry a vial as most jounin would for potential poisons to study or when given tasks relied to seeking out plants.
Regardless, the blood sample had also matched the samples he had of his children, Menma and Natsumi. The strange part however was the unique material found within the blood. Almost as if there was something in the genetic material or if the specimen wasn't completely human. While Kakashi did say he got this from a yokai which are myths. He didn't want to jump into conclusions as he still thinks it was either a henge or a perfect senjutsu user.
"I suppose Kushina wants to know. Otherwise I might be in trouble soon." Minato said to himself before said woman entered the office.
"In trouble for what?" Kushina asked holding a bento.
"In trouble for... forgetting my lunch apparently." Minato said.
"Something wrong Minato-kun?" Kushina asked curiously.
Minato sighed knowing it would be very bad for his health if he doesn't saying anything as soon as possible. So he took out the letter Kakashi sent yesterday and gave it to Kushina. As she curiously opened it, Pakkun appeared with another letter while still looking scared.
"Mail's here." Pakkun said dropping the new letter before leaving again.
"Hm?" Minato wondered as he picked up the letter.
Only to panic before having to give it to Kushina as well. Though it looked like she was taking her time reading it. By the time she read both and Minato presented her the test results he took behind her back. The Uzumaki matriarch let out a loud scream.
Outside of Konoha
Kunou whimpered as she covered her fox ears. Immediately gathering the attention of her parents.
"Something wrong baby?" Naruto asked his daughter.
Kunou whimpered as she lied her head on her mother's lap, "Someone screamed to loud." she said.
Naruto's ears did pick something up but the wind tuned it out, "Hopefully it's not serious." he said as he rubbed the girl's head.
"Mama, papa, when are we going home?" Kunou asked.
"As soon as possible musume." Yasaka answered as she kissed the young girl's head.
Naruto stroked his daughter's hair as he kissed the side of Yasaka's head. All the while Kunou put her hand on her mother's belly bum.
"When is otouto coming out?" Kunou asked while still feeling the belly.
Yasaka smiled, "When he's ready Kunou. Just remember that as an elder sister, you must protect hm when the time comes." she said making the girl smile.
Back in Konoha
"WHAAAAT!" Kushina screamed.
Minato winced as his ears started ringing. Along with the fact he noticed one of his ANBU security members falling and collapsing from their hiding spot. Seeing as things could not be remotely worse from this point he continued.
"The blood samples Kakashi gave me are a match. Now he's on the way here with the person he thinks is Naruto... along with his wife and child." Minato said as Kushina remained quiet after that.
She hasn't calmed down, not one bit. Instead, her face was contorted of fear and confusion. Either like a survivor of a horrible fire or a child that just discovered the meaning of life. Because Kushina appeared as if her mind had stopped functioning altogether. One other thing Minato had remembered was Kakashi's last detail about how they would arrive in the village.
"Benehime, there's no time to turn into a vegetable. I need to clear the rooftop!" Minato exclaimed as he dragged her out of the office.
"I hate veggies! Especially tomatoes!" Kushina yelled.
"Tomatoes aren't vegetables!" Minato said correcting her.
"Well now I want ramen." Kushina replied now being stubborn for some reason.
Sky Above Konoha
Naruto narrowed his eyes, "Kakashi, is this the village you speak of?" he asked out loud.
"Yes, we should think about landing on the outskirts to..."
"No time, where is your village leader?" Naruto asked as he interrupted the jonin.
"The tower with the kanji for fire. Listen I think we should..." Kakashi was interrupted again.
"Salamander, to the roof. Tohru, Diable, do not fall behind." Naruto ordered as he lead the way on Salamander.
Whatever Kakashi had to say was ignored as they made their way to the Hokage tower. From there, Minato went wide eyed as did many citizens at the sight of Tohru's impressive size and the majestic flames that covered Salamander. Only to move out of the way as the beasts landed on the roof. With Diable presenting himself first.
"Good day Hokage-Dono, I am Diablo. Butler of his majesty, The Crimson Emperor, Nar-" Diablo could not finish as Kunou jumped off and landed on his back. "Ojou-sama, I beg you to remove yourself from my back." he said only for Kunou to wipe her sandals on his back before getting off.
Then turning to face Kushina who was the closest. The Uzumaki woman stared in shock as Kunou's ears and tails moved freely on their own. Whereas Kunou started to sniff at Kushina as her scent was interesting. Kushina slowly approached the little girl with surprised eyes as she reached out to her. Then squeezing her in a tight hold and hurting her ears with a shriek.
"KAWAI!" Kushina shrieked as she squeezed the girl.
"Mama! Papa! Help, this weird lady won't let go!" Kunou yelled.
Naruto had already come down with Yasaka in his arms, "Hold on musume." he said as he had to carefully help his pregnant wife down.
"Thank you dear." Yasaka said as she kissed his cheek. She then turned her head to see Kunou trying to escape Kushina's grasp, "Ma'am, please lower my daughter. You are currently asphyxiating her." she said as Kushina noticed Kunou turning purple.
"Oops." Kushina said before dropping Kunou.
"Ouchie." Kunou said rubbing neck.
"Sorry about that, I'm Kushina and you may be?" Kushina asked.
"Yasaka Uzumaki, current empress consort." Kushina went bug eyed at the name and title. "And wife of current emperor, Naruto Uzumaki." she said as Naruto stood forward.
Before anything happened, before anyone could say anything. Kushina suddenly had tears in her eyes as she recognized Naruto's red hair, blue eyes and whisker marks before tackling him down.
"NARU-CHAN!" Kushina screamed as the two hit the ground.
Leaving Naruto confused as to who this woman is before Minato had the chance to explain everything including the positive blood test results.
A long explanation later
Minato lost consciousness and was now on the ground. Leaving Kunou, now recognizing him as her grandfather, to jump on him like a trampoline. For being a well behaved girl having to grow up in a semi aristocratic life. Kunou was still a child and chose to bounce on her grandfather as if he was a trampoline.
"UP JIJI! UP JIJI! JIJI GET UP!" Kunou yelled repeatedly before accidentally stepping on his crutch. Making Minato scream in pain which scared Kunou, "KYAAAAAH" she yelled back as she spins 360 degrees and lands a kick to his face that knocks him out again. "Jiji is weak." she commented.
"Yes he is, magomusume." Kushina said as Kunou got off of Minato.
"Here let me try." Naruto said lifting Minato by the flak jacket. Then proceeding to slap his face, "You are the leader of a powerful village! The father of one of the Three, now Four, Heavenly Emperors! You can not expect me to believe you are this weak! Awaken!" he yelled as Minato's face was red from a few love taps.
"Is someone going to stop him?" Natsumi asked.
Naruto shrugged and dropped him, "I see I didn't get my strength from him." he said as Minato groaned in pain. "That did not hurt. Stop complaining, you are no child." he said further hurting the Yondaime's pride.
TO BE CONTINUED...
OMAKE: Dearia's Real Estate
As things were getting intense with the Crimson Emperor's disappearance. Dearia, the Demon Lord and Real Estate agent appeared to offer Licht and Tetia a new a home. One that would work best for someone of his new standing in the world of nonhumans. The first was a beautifully crafted house that almost looked more like a mausoleum.
So Vetto, Fana, Rhya, Pattoli, Lemiel and Secre decided to help them.
"Do not fret, such architecture may be old but it is not frail. You are also pre-compensated by the other three emperors as well. So do tell if you are interested and seeking to further furbish your potential home." Dearia explained as he lead everyone inside.
"It is nice, but maybe a couch or a loveseat would do well." Tetia said as she was carrying one of her infants while Licht held the other.
"And such a grandiose palace it shall be Empress." Dearia said.
Tetia blushed, "It's a nice title, but I'm not ready to be promoted from princess." she said.
Licht chuckled, "Perhaps we should take it one step at a time.
Inside the potential home
As they went inside, Dearia proceeded to warn them about the home.
"Watch your step. If you step on the wrong tile, you may activate..."
*CLICK*
Everyone stared at Rhya and saw that he activated a tile, "AAHHHHH!" he screamed as he crashed hard into the floor below.
"I suppose I should have mentioned that before." Dearia said showing little concern.
"YOU THINK!?" everyone asked.
Dearia lead them down to the next floor. There he healed Rhya whose head was stuck in the stone floor. After that, he lead them to a large pair of fine crafted doors that were locked.
"First we have to open these doors. If you put the correct shape into this hole." Dearia gestured to the gap.
Fana grabbed the correct shaped stone, "I can do this." she said before placing it in.
*CLICK*
"There's a chance you may die." Dearia said.
Fana's eyes went wide as she fell down a trapdoor, "WHY!?" she screamed before also crashing into the stone floor below.
"You are very obedient." Dearia commented.
"Thank you." Fana said with a whimper from the pain.
After healing her, Dearia lead them to a few pillars that needed to be lit on fire.
"If you light these up in the correct order. It causes a drawbridge to open up." Dearia explained as they can see the simple order.
I II III IV V VI
Vetto scoffed, "I know how this ends. We do as you say and we still get hurt." Vetto said... only to activate a trap.
*CLICK*
Suddenly Vetto was hanging on for his life as this time the trap lead to some sharp spikes. Leaving Dearia wondering if the man had a death wish.
"You baffle me. Did I not tell you to light them in the correct order?" Dearia asked.
"You are such a jerk!" Vetto yelled.
After saving the man. The group continued forward down the hall. Only for Secre to stop.
"I'm sorry, but should we not slow down and..."
*CLICK*
Secre immediately found Lemiel tackling her down to avoid being impaled by spears. The two blushed at the realization of how close they were now. With Tetia getting angry.
"Lemiel Silvamillion Clover, that poor girl may be your servant, but she's a living person with rights!" Tetia shouted scolding her brother.
"Sister, it isn't like that!" Lemiel said waving his hands up.
"No excuses, now apologize to Secre!" Tetia said making Lemiel look a pervert as Secre did look violated.
*CLICK*
Then Patolli found himself being chased by a large boulder. Only to get run over and requesting to be healed. After that, it was a series of everyone minus the newlyweds and their children getting harmed by traps and healed by their foreign elven friend.
Many painful traps later
Dearia then pointed to a spring of water, "You can take a break here. There is a healing spring over there." he said as everyone had stars in their eyes.
Rhya jumped in first, "Oh thank kami! I can sleep for the rest of my life here. With no care in the world." he said feeling blissful.
"I forgot to mention. The spring will flush away any unfamiliar entity." Dearia spoke up as Rhya was suddenly flushed away as if he were in a toilet.
More time later
Eventually they fished Rhya out.
"What kind of house is this Dearia!?" Lemiel asked.
"This is a dungeon and those traps were meant to get rid of heroes." Dearia answered before pullling out a chart. "You see, the top is where most would often stay. So the traps would activate and force the heroes to brave the many traps. None of them have survived with guidance." he explained.
"WHY WOULD YOU THINK THIS IS SAFE FOR CHILDREN!?" Tetia asked.
Dearia did ponder this, "You're right, I suppose I've forgotten that the Blue Emperor, Vali Lucifer is the only bachelor among the four of emperors. That and he's seemingly interested in older women. How strange." he said thinking about this.
Licht sweat dropped at his reasoning, "I think we should look elsewhere for a home." he said as he saw all of his injured friends were injured and begging for mercy.
END OF OMAKE