Hey all sorry I have been gone for a bit. Been busy with work and the holidays. This is just a quick chapter to get back into the swing of things, the next chapter will be longer I promise. I would like to give a big thank you to all who have followed and liked the story so far. The first chapter was a little rushed, so I am sorry for the little errors that are in it. Here is chapter two so please leave a review if you like it and if you have any suggestions.

Jedi Temple

"So, its agreed that Naruto shall take part in the gathering that is coming up on the next rotation" Fished Windu, he looked round to his fellow council members to see their reactions. Many in the room nodded in agreement with him while others looked a bit apprehensive. Ki Adi Mundi looked to Windu and frowned. "How can we even consider this; the boy is too young. He is only eleven whereas the other younglings are thirteen. It does not set a good example for us to show him favouritism".

Windu waved off Mundis concern "Naruto is too advanced to be held back by his fellow classmates. We must push him a little further so he can progress under the guidance of a master" Shak Ti Stood and walked to the centre of the council chambers. "We are all missing one thing when it comes to this decision. What is it that Naruto wants, does he not get a say in this"?

Yoda nodded in and tapped his can against his chair. "Agree I do, Naruto must agree to the gathering". Windu pushed a button on the arm of his chair and leaned forward slightly. "Please inform youngling Naruto Uzumaki that he has been summoned by the grand council"

Windu leaned back into his chair and looked at Yoda "Do you think he will agree to the Gathering" Yoda stroked his chin and nodded "Eager he is, to progress through the ranks. Agree he will"

Humanities class

The ever-aging Master Tera Sinube walked past the front of his class and pointed at the hologram before him. "You see younglings why we are force wielders and are taught in the way of the sabre, our first duty as a Jedi is to preserve peace. To do so we must understand the galaxy, all who live in it and their day to day life"

The hunched over Jedi looked at his class and smiled "While this topic is known for its long lectures it is important you listen well. We Jedi are connected to the force more then others. It is our duty to use our power for good and peace. How can we do that without understanding our fellow life forms. Just because we are Jedi does not mean we should ignore those who are not important. Mine workers, cleaners even a homeless person on the bottoms level of Coruscant has a place in the universe. Who knows even they might have a lesson or two for you all"

Naruto who sat in the back was hunched over his desk writing rapidly on his note pad. His face full of concentration as he wrote down the masters words. "Master how can a homeless guy teach us anything, should we really listen to a person that cant even look after themselves" Ji Lim Stated Smugly, the rest of the class giggled at the boys comment. The old master sighed and shook his head "You are blind young one, all you see his a homeless life form. Whereas I see a fountain of knowledge, a life time, a story that is yet to be heard" Naruto smiled and jotted down what his master had just said. He liked his view point on the universe. He sighed when he though about his own experience when it came to people judging him and not understanding him.

Master Tera Sinube was about to continue when the class doors slid open, revealing a temple guard. He stepped in and addressed the class teacher. His cold emotionless voiced rattled behind his mask "I have been instructed to bring Naruto Uzumaki before the grand council" Tera Sinube Nodded and looked to Naruto "Naruto you are excused however take this work and bring It back to our next session". Naruto hopped off his chair and made his way over to his tutor.

He grabbed the paper from his hand smiled "Thanks for the lesson Master Tera Sinube. I found it very interesting, I can't wait for the next one" Tera Sinube Smiled and ruffled Naruto's Golden locks "My pleasure my boy. It is refreshing to hear at least one of my students enjoy my classes. Now off you go, you do not want to keep the council waiting"

Naruto chuckled and then jogged over to the temple guard. They both silently left the class room and headed to the council chambers. "Now Class as I was saying-

Grand Council Chambers

Naruto walked through the elevator doors and stepped into the council chambers. All were sitting in their chairs waiting for him except for Ki Adi Mundi who was being projected by a Holotransmitter. He stood in the centre of the room and looked at of the Masters of the order. "You summoned me Masters"

Yoda smiled and pointed at him "Sorry to disturb your lessons we are, going well are they" Naruto grinned and nodded "Yep, Master Tera Sinube's Humanities class was really interesting today. Can I ask why I have been summoned" Yoda looked at Windu and nodded. "Naruto, we on the council have decided that you are fit to take part in the next gathering. However we feel it is important that you are the one to decide if you should go or not"

Naruto was shocked, his eyes widened as he looked around the room to see if this was some kind of joke. "Seriously, I am only eleven, don't you usually have to be at least thirteen to take part in the gathering". Yoda leaned forward in his small chair and pointed his cane at Naruto. "Correct you are, young Naruto. However, advanced you are. Wasteful it would be, to keep you from the gathering"

Windu decided to make his own voice heard "You have already Mastered form Shii-Cho and from what Master Yoda has said you have a great understanding of the force. We feel its only in your best interest to progress in the next step of your training"

Naruto began to relax and nodded at the Masters words "Does this mean I will be able to get my own sabre. I will officially be able to qualify for the initiate trails" Plo Koon tapped his mouth piece with his long nails. "Yes, of course you will need to train more with your lightsabre before the initiate trails however given your progress we predict it wont be long after the gathering"

Naruto gave a nervous chuckle and smiled "Well that sounds great, it just means am one step closer to becoming the grand master of the order" Many on the council smiled at the boys declaration. Yoda leaned back in his chair and folded his hands over his cane. "Agree to the gathering you do" Naruto did a thumbs up and grinned. "of course, why wouldn't I"

Shaak ti Frowned at the boys words "Naruto, the gathering isnt just about picking a Kyber crystal. It's a trail in its own right, many have died at the gathering. No one has done this your age since the times of the old republic".

Naruto's grin faded and looked to the floor; his hair shadowed his eyes. The masters looked at one another waiting for the boy to respond. "I get it, its dangerous. But isn't that the point of the jedi, to help preserve peace in the galaxy. When I become a jedi knight I doubt I will be sitting round reading books. I will be on the front lines during times of conflict and even during times of peace am sure danger lurks in every part of the galaxy. I came to terms with this reality a long time ago. If I am to be a jedi I need to do the gathering sooner or later. Better to get It out the way so I can make real change in the galaxy"

The masters all had mixed emotions about the blond's words. It was strange to hear one so young speak with such maturity. "With that said, I ain't gonna die. I can't die not before I reach my dream. The gathering is only a stepping stone on my path to being the grand master so I will do it". After his little speech Naruto turned and walked towards the exit of the council chambers. Shaak ti stood up and frowned at Naruto. "Naruto are you sure about this. I do not want you to die because you pushed your self to hard. I still think this is too soon, aren't you worried"

Naruto stopped and looked at the master over his shoulder "Your forgetting one think Master. I am one with the force and the force Is one with me, there is no death… there is the force"

Shaak ti stood stunned in silence, it seems during this whole ordeal she had forgotten the code of the jedi. Naruto grinned over his shoulder and finally left the council chamber.

"Shaak you should see the look on your face, never have I seen a youngling remined a master of our ways," Said a grinning Kit Fisto. Plo Koon nodded and looked to Yoda. "It seems you where correct to push the boy for the gathering. He is indeed gifted. I look forward to seeing him progress in the future" Yoda smiled jumped off his chair. "Yes, great things I expect from Naruto, strong in the force he is"

Ki Adi Mundi shook his head and sighed "Yes but I fear his emotions still cloud his mind. I hope that what we are doing is for the best. That boy could very well be the downfall of the jedi" Yoda stopped his walking and looked back at Mundi "possibly, or save us from the downfall you predict"

Windu leaned forward and narrowed his eyes "Regardless, we must watch him carefully, Obi Wan thinks Anakin skywalker is the chosen one from the prophecy. However, Naruto is growing at a rapid rate. I Personally believe he is the one who will bring balance to the force".

Mundi frowned and stood from his chair "Yes or he could leave it in Darkness" With his final words he cut his holotransmiter leaving the other masters to their thoughts "Uncertain the future is, Only the force knows what will happen".