"Damn it, this is so unfair" Naruto thought kicking the wall in frustration.

"I get it, he's fighting that psychopath but it's not like I'm fighting an easy opponent. And what does he do, he gives me that closet pervert, even I can take him out". Naruto thought bitterly.

He knew that he could learn a lot from Ebisu, but Naruto was simply too angry to notice this.

"All it took was my harem jutsu to take him out" Naruto muttered to himself.

'I guess I got no choice but to ask the old man for advice' Naruto thought to himself as he made his way to the hokage.

xxx

Hiruzen was on his comfy chair as he saw Naruto barge into his office.

'What is it this time' waiting for Naruto mischief.

"Old man, give me some advice on what to train, I need to train my ass off to become chunin!" Naruto shouted at the old man.

"Isn't Kakashi training you for the final" Hiruzen asked Naruto.

"He's busy teaching that emo bastard and then he pawned me off to that closet pervert" Naruto couldn't help bitterly say.

'The whole plan was for Ebisu to take Naruto to the hot spring and then Jiraiya was going to introduce himself and teach Naruto' Hiruzen thought to himself thinking about the whole plan Jiraiya conducted.

"So that's why I came to you I figured you could give me some advice on what to train so I could kick Neji ass to become chunin" Naruto loudly stated to hiruzen.

Hiruzen gave him a look. "Is that what you think the requirement of becoming a Chunin is. Then in that case you won't ever become a chunin"

"What do you mean, a chunin supposed to be strong" Naruto shouted at hiruzen.

"That's merely a small requirement, it's not all the requirement" hiruzen said looking at Naruto straight in the eye.

"And what are those requirement" Naruto asked listening intently to the hokage.

Hiruzen leaned back in his chair, his expression serious as he began to impart his wisdom to Naruto.

"Strength is important, Naruto, but it's not everything. Becoming a Chunin requires more than just raw power. It's about strategy, leadership, and adaptability. A Chunin must be able to think on their feet, analyze situations quickly, and make sound decisions under pressure. A chunin is responsible for making sure the squad is alive and the mission is complete"

Naruto nodded, absorbing Hiruzen's words. "So, what should I focus on then? What do I need to train?"

Hiruzen paused, considering Naruto's question carefully before responding. "Firstly, you need to hone your skills in taijutsu, ninjutsu, and genjutsu. Develop a well-rounded arsenal of techniques that you can rely on in battle. But more importantly, you need to learn how to apply those techniques strategically. Understand your strengths and weaknesses and learn how to exploit your opponent's vulnerabilities."

"And finally, never stop learning and growing. The path to becoming a Chunin is not easy, and it requires dedication, perseverance, and a willingness to push yourself beyond your limits. Train hard, but also be open to new ideas and perspectives. Always strive to improve yourself, both as a ninja and as a person."

Naruto nodded, feeling a sense of determination welling up inside him. "Got it, Old Man. Thanks for the advice. I won't let you down!"

Hiruzen smiled, a hint of pride in his eyes. "I know you won't, Naruto. Now go out there and show everyone what you're made of. I have faith in you."

With a newfound sense of purpose, Naruto left Hiruzen's office, ready to embark on his journey to becoming a Chunin, armed with the wisdom and guidance of the Third Hokage.

Five minutes later:

"Old man where should I learn those stuff" he said barging back in the room.

"BAM" a book smashed into Naruto head.

"You idiot go to the library to learn what you need" Hiruzen shouting at Naruto for wasting his time.

"Right library got it" he said a bit fearful seeing the look on the old man face.

"Also if you do become chunin I'll teach you my own personal jutsu" hiruzen said making Naruto giddy with happiness.

'Alright now that is one hell of a reward.' Suddenly an idea came to Naruto head.

"Wait how about this, teach me your jutsu I'll show you my new sexy jutsu."

That's was need to be said for Hiruzen to blast him out the room with his chakra.

"You stinky old geezer" Naruto shouted at the old man all for a kunai to be thrown right next to his head. Naruto ran away not wanting to angering any further.

'Maybe I should have directed him into jiraiya. No, if he truly cared about Naruto, his own godson then he'll be sure to go up to him and train him than using some scheme where Naruto is demanding him for training' Hiruzen thought bitterly think about his student.

xxx

Naruto found a book called summoning jutsu.

Basically, all it did was summon an animal to help the person fight their opponent.

'All right let's do this. I wonder what kind if animal would I summon, maybe ill summon a wolf' Naruto thought happily.

"Summoning jutsu" Naruto shouted out going through the hand signs.

What Naruto didn't expect to happen was that he would disappear in a cloud of smoke.

As the smoke cleared, Naruto found himself standing in a vast and unfamiliar landscape. The air was thick with the scent of earth and vegetation, and the sounds of wildlife echoed in the distance. Confusion gripped Naruto as he took in his surroundings, realizing that he was no longer in the familiar confines of his village.

"Where the hell am I?" Naruto muttered to himself, his heart pounding with uncertainty. He scanned the horizon, searching for any sign of civilization or familiar landmarks, but all he could see were endless rolling hills and dense forests stretching to the horizon.

Turning around, he found himself face to face with a young lion, its golden fur shimmering in the sunlight. The lion regarded Naruto with wide eyes, clearly surprised to see a human in this realm.

"Why are you here?" the young lion asked, its voice tinged with curiosity and suspicion.

Naruto confused, revealed what happened. "I... I ended up here after attempting a summoning jutsu," he replied cautiously, his tone uncertain.

The young lion's eyes widened in surprise. "A summoning jutsu. So that's how you ended up here," it mused, its tail swishing back and forth.

Naruto nodded, feeling a sense of relief that the lion didn't seem hostile. "Yeah, well, I don't really know how it works. I just read a bit from this book and tried to mimic the hand signs," he admitted, scratching the back of his head sheepishly.

The lion regarded Naruto with a mixture of dumbfounded at his reckless situation. "Well, regardless of how you got here, I'll take you to see the elders. They'll decide what to do with you," it said, stepping forward and motioning for Naruto to follow.

Feeling a surge of excitement mixed with apprehension, Naruto followed the young lion through the lush landscape of the spirit realm. He had no idea what lay ahead, but he was ready to face whatever challenges came his way, even if he didn't fully understand how he had ended up in this mysterious place.

xxx

Jiraiya strides into Hiruzen's office, his expression tense with concern. "Sensei, where's Naruto?" he demanded, his voice laced with urgency.

Hiruzen glanced up from his paperwork, a hint of amusement dancing in his eyes. "Naruto? I didn't realize you cared so much about him," he remarked casually, his tone tinged with sarcasm.

Jiraiya bristled at the remark, his patience wearing thin. "Cut the sarcasm, old man. You know I have my reasons for not being there for Naruto," he shot back, his voice sharp with frustration.

Hiruzen raised an eyebrow, his expression unreadable. "Reasons, you say? Enlighten me, Jiraiya. Enlighten me as to why you've been so conspicuously absent from Naruto's life all these years," he challenged, his voice tinged with accusation.

Jiraiya's jaw clenched at the rebuke, his gaze hardening with a mixture of guilt and defiance. "I had my duties, my responsibilities," he retorted, his voice tight with emotion. "I couldn't just drop everything and play babysitter to Naruto."

Hiruzen scoffed at the excuse, his patience wearing thin. "Duties, responsibilities? Spare me, Jiraiya. You had plenty of chances to be there for Naruto, to guide him, to protect him. But you were too busy running away from your responsibility's you coward," he accused, his voice laced with disappointment.

Jiraiya's expression darkened at the harsh truth of Hiruzen's words, a pang of guilt gnawing at his conscience. "I had my reasons," he muttered, his voice barely more than a whisper.

Hiruzen shook his head in disbelief, his disappointment palpable. "Reasons? More like excuses, Jiraiya. And while you were off gallivanting around the world, Naruto suffered. He suffered, but he endured. He endured, and he learned to smile, despite everything he went through," he lamented, his voice heavy with regret.

A flicker of shame crossed Jiraiya's features at the reminder of Naruto's hardships, his guilt weighing heavily on his shoulders. "If Minato and Kushina were here, they would be ashamed of you," Hiruzen continued, his voice soft but cutting. "For the first time in my life, I've never felt so angry and ashamed of what you've done."

The words struck Jiraiya like a physical blow, the weight of his failures crashing down on him like a ton of bricks. He had always looked up to Hiruzen as a father figure, a guiding light in his life. And now, to hear such harsh words from the man he admired most... it was almost more than he could bear.

Before he could respond, Hiruzen's voice broke through his reverie, snapping him back to the present. "And as for Naruto, he's fine," he assured, his tone softening slightly. "He read the summoning book, attempted the jutsu, and now he's... well, who knows where he is."

Panic surged through Jiraiya at the revelation, his heart pounding in his chest. "What do you mean, 'who knows where he is'?" he demanded, his voice tinged with fear.

Hiruzen sighed wearily, his gaze distant. "I mean exactly that, Jiraiya. Naruto's a strong kid. He won't die from something like this," he reassured, though the worry in his eyes betrayed his words.

xxx

As Naruto followed the young lion through the verdant landscape of the spirit realm, he couldn't shake the feeling of unease gnawing at his stomach. The realization that he was in a place far beyond his understanding weighed heavily on him, but he pushed aside his fears, determined to face whatever lay ahead with courage and determination.

The young lion led Naruto through winding paths and dense thickets, its powerful strides effortlessly cutting through the undergrowth. Along the way, Naruto couldn't help but marvel at the beauty of the spirit realm, with its vibrant colors and otherworldly atmosphere. Every tree, every rock, seemed to pulse with a life of its own, as if infused with the very essence of nature itself.

After what felt like hours of walking, they finally arrived at a clearing where a group of majestic lions, their forms shimmering with an otherworldly glow, awaited them. These was the elder of Roarhaven, wise and ancient beings who held sway over the realm of the lions.

The young lion approached the elders with Naruto in tow, bowing respectfully before speaking. "Elders, I have brought a human who has stumbled upon our realm through the use of a summoning jutsu."

The elder regarded Naruto with solemn eyes, his gaze piercing through to his very soul.

The elders, a humanoid lion with a mane of silver and eyes that gleamed like the stars, spoke. "Human child, you have trespassed into our realm, but we sense no ill intent within you. Tell us, why have you come?"

Naruto swallowed nervously, feeling the weight of his scrutiny bearing down on him. "I... I came here by accident, honsestly I just wanted to summon an animal to help me out for the chunin exam" he replied, his voice trembling slightly.

The elder looked at him like he was an idiot, after all he was quite dumbfounded by his action.

"Very well, human child," the elder intoned.

"Human child what is your name?" the elder asked naruto. Who replied "the names Naruto Uzumaki, I'm going to be hokage one day believe it" he said the last part reflexively. Making Naruto cover his mouth in embarrassment.

'An Uzumaki, by the looks of the chakra it looks like he's Ashina's descendant, I heard his daughter mito was sent there to marry that senju. Looks like I'll have to ask that child Hiruzen' the elder thought observing naruto.

Child, I can make you strong, but first, answer me this: why do you seek strength?" The elder's words cut through the air with a weightiness that sent shivers down Naruto's spine.

Naruto's heart raced as he faced the piercing gaze of the elder, his mind racing to find the right words to answer such a weighty question. He took a moment to gather his thoughts, drawing upon the depths of his emotions and experiences to find the truth within himself.

"Throughout my life," Naruto began, his voice steady despite the tumult of emotions swirling within him, "I only knew the pain of loneliness. For a while, it felt like I was trapped in a dark hole, constantly questioning why I was alive and what my purpose in life was supposed to be. But then, someone reached out to me – someone who saw past the walls I had built around myself and accepted me for who I truly was."

His voice quivered with emotion as he spoke, reliving the memories of his past struggles and the glimmer of hope that had pulled him through.

"Along the way, I made friends," Naruto continued, his voice growing stronger with each word, "and they made that pain feel a little less unbearable. They became my family, my strength, my reason to keep moving forward. And I swore to myself that I would do whatever it takes to protect them, to keep them safe from harm."

His resolve burned bright in his eyes as he spoke, his determination unyielding despite the challenges that lay ahead.

"That's why I want to be strong," Naruto declared, his voice ringing out with unwavering conviction, "so I can protect those precious to me. To be Hokage is to protect everyone, and I can't do that if I'm not strong enough to face whatever challenges come my way."

The elder listened intently to Naruto's words, his expression unreadable as he weighed the young ninja's answer. After a moment of contemplation, he nodded slowly, a hint of approval flickering in his eyes.

"Your answer speaks of courage, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the human heart," the elder acknowledged, his voice carrying the weight of centuries of wisdom.

"Very well, young Naruto Uzumaki. If you seek strength with such noble intentions, then I shall grant you the opportunity to prove yourself worthy. Take this contract, sign it with your blood, and become one with the lions of Roarhaven. In return, I shall train you personally, imparting upon you the wisdom and power of our ancient lineage."

xxx

Hiashi stood at the edge of the training ground, gazing out at the serene beauty of the lake below. The water shimmered in the afternoon sunlight, casting a tranquil glow over the surrounding landscape. He took a deep breath, savoring the crisp air and the sense of peace that enveloped him.

As he waited, a familiar figure approached from the distance, a mischievous twinkle in his eye. It was Jiraiya, Hiashi's former sensei and mentor, a legendary ninja known for his wisdom and strength.

"Jiraiya-sensei," Hiashi greeted respectfully as Jiraiya drew near, offering a small bow of deference. "It's been too long."

Jiraiya flashed a grin, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Ah, Hiashi, my old student," he replied warmly, clasping Hiashi's shoulder in a firm grip. "You're looking well."

The two men shared a brief moment of camaraderie before Jiraiya reached into his cloak and produced a flask of sake, offering it to Hiashi with a knowing smile.

"Care for a drink?" Jiraiya suggested, gesturing toward the tranquil scenery spread out before them.

Hiashi accepted the flask with a nod of gratitude, taking a sip of the sake and savoring its rich flavor. The warmth of the drink spread through him, easing the tension that had settled in his shoulders.

As they sat together, Hiashi broached the reason for their meeting, his tone serious yet earnest.

"Jiraiya-sensei, I have a favor to ask of you," he began, his gaze steady as he met Jiraiya's eyes. "I need your help with something."

Jiraiya raised an eyebrow, curious to hear what Hiashi had to say. "Go on," he encouraged, leaning in slightly.

"I want you to train my daughter, Hinata," Hiashi stated bluntly, his voice tinged with determination. "For the next month, I want her to learn under your tutelage."

Jiraiya considered Hiashi's request for a moment, weighing the implications. "Hinata, huh?" he mused, a thoughtful expression crossing his features. "What's she like?"

Hiashi paused, searching for the right words to describe his daughter. "Hinata is... shy," he admitted, his voice softening with affection. "But she has a heart of gold. She's kind and compassionate, beloved by many, especially among the branch family."

Jiraiya's interest was piqued by Hiashi's description. "A shy girl with a heart of gold, hm?" he repeated, a hint of intrigue in his tone. "Sounds like she's got potential. But why me? Why do you want me to train her?"

Hiashi regarded Jiraiya with a solemn expression, his gaze unwavering. "Because I believe she's destined for greatness," he replied, his voice tinged with conviction.

"Hinata has the potential to break the divide between our family and reunite us once more. But there are those among the elders who seek to stifle her growth, to place the bird cage seal upon her and limit her potential. I need her to grow strong, to become a formidable ninja in her own right. And I believe that under your guidance, she'll have the strength and courage to face whatever challenges lie ahead."

Jiraiya's eyebrows shot up in surprise at Hiashi's words. He had never known the Hyuga clan to be so open about their internal struggles, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for Hiashi's determination to protect his daughter.

"Understood," Jiraiya replied solemnly, his gaze hardening with resolve. "I'll train her to be the best ninja she can be, Hiashi. You have my word."

Hiashi nodded in appreciation, a weight lifted from his shoulders knowing that his daughter would be in capable hands. "Thank you, Jiraiya-sensei," he said sincerely, bowing his head in gratitude. "I trust you'll do everything in your power to help Hinata fulfill her destiny."