The Adventures of the Vortex Hunter

by champblaze

Naruto is pushed aside for his father's new wife and daughters. Until one day his uncle from a foreign nation comes to take him away and helps him be reborn as the Vortex Hunter. Elements and characters from Final Fantasy 15. Bashing on Minato, Jiraiya, Kakashi and Minato's new wife(OC). More summary inside. On Indeterminate Hiatus

6. Chapter 6

AN-1: Hello Good People and welcome to chapter Six and Naruto's return Konoha, also meeting his father and sisters after thirteen years. He will also meet the rookies and the last member of his harem. Now teams won't be completely canon and Snake's Obsession helped in that regard. Not much to say other than Let's Start The Ruckus.

"Speaking"

シーンブレイク(Scene Break)

[..Pause ...Long Pause]

Flashback

Biju

Summons

Addendum 11/4/2024: Fixing mistakes like missing words or misspellings or even adding content.

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-Chapter Six-

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*Land of Fire - Konohagakure no Sato*

Minato sits at his desk as his thoughts were on the last thirteen years and for him it has been a series of ups and downs. His choice to send naruto away with his uncle ravus was a good one in his eyes, even if some on the council were not happy to send a five-year-old child away. However they were in the minority as minato argued that konoha has never used a jinchuriki and wouldn't start now, bringing up the likes of danzo and his actions to use naruto in a coup d'état to seat himself as hokage. The minority stopped their arguments but their respect for the kiiroi senko diminished greatly because of his actions. The village by large were relieved that the source of their superstition was gone and life continued on.

"However tragedy happened" minato thought, his face darkening. The Uchiha Massacre was a serious blow to konoha as unknown assailants nearly wiped out one of the founding clan of konoha. Only the clan's matriarch Mikoto, her children Itachi, twins Satsuki and Sasuke, itachi's wife Izumi and non-combatants were spared. Konoha scrambled to find the perpetrators, some believed it was the rouge Sannin Orochimaru as the man had a hard-on for the Sharingan. Itachi had reported he encountered orochimaru in the Land of Rivers and the sannin tried to capture him for his eyes but failed, losing his right arm in the process. Some argued it was one of the major villages but no evidence was found that any of the other nations were involved. Minato places his pen down and rises from his chair to look out the window, "Two of the Founding clans of Konoha have been reduced to trickles" he thought, echoing many sentiments he's heard.

"Why couldn't Tsunade-sama see reason that her daughter Needs to be in Konoha" minato whispers, his shoulders slumping. When jiraiya revealed to him that tsunade had given birth to a child in uzushio, the yondaime sent no less that ten letters asking tsunade to come home but also for uzushio to realign with konoha. However each letter was met with a firm no on each matter, bringing up konoha's actions concerning both clans but it wouldn't deter the village hidden in leaves. Minato's thoughts then drift to niflheim and their civil war was now over with noctis lucis caelum uniting the country under his banner but also the death of ravus. The fourth hokage naturally thought he would receive news of naruto's death as well but it didn't happen and his son seemed to survive in niflheim. Minato returns to his desk and looks at a report on the vortex royals, a group on the lips of many countries and heroes of spring country but also saviors of the heir of fire country.

"Cersei didn't look happy when she heard the news about Prince Ieyasu" minato thought, recalling his wife's reaction that day. The door of his office opens as his twin daughters enter in casual outfits, "Hello Girls" minato says, a warm smile spreading across his face.

"Hello Father" azula says, look more mature at eighteen but less endowed than her sister.

"Hello Dad" asuka says, her more voluptuous figure evident even in her casual clothes.

"So are you two ready for graduation next week" minato says and both girls nod, as kunoichi of the year would go to either of them or both of them.

"Father... Is He coming back" azula says, slight disgust in her tone. Minato leans back in his chair to look his daughters in the eye with a soft nod, "I believe he will" he says and azula clucks her tongue.

"He'll still be the Dead-Last right.. He won't topple Sasuke-kun as Rookie of the Year" asuka asks and minato nods his head.

"Yes.. No matter how Well he does on the Exams.. He will be the Dead-Last regardless of skill and don't worry.. I will make sure he's put on a different team than you" minato says, nodding his head reassuringly.

"Good" azula says, a smug look spreading across her face. Her eyes glinting with satisfaction and her posture radiating confidence. Asuka seems less certain and her brow furrows slightly, "I wonder what he's like now" she says with a hint of curiosity in her voice, a softness that contrasts with her sister's sharp tone.

"He probably some weak Bookworm" azula says with a toss of her hair back and a smug chuckle as the sisters bid their father goodbye and minato goes back to his paperwork. Azula and asuka make their way down the hokage tower and across the way to the adjacent konoha academy. The academy grounds house several buildings and has a tall tree with a single swing on it as they make their way to their classroom. The classroom is large with high ceilings and several rows leading up, also having a large black board and a podium situated in front.

"Lady Azula.. Lady Asuka.. Hello" greets Mizuki Touji, one of their instructors. Their class is made up of many heirs and heiresses from the great clans of konoha such as the Aburame, Akimichi, Inuzuka, Nara, Uchiha, Yamanaka and few a civilian clans but also a transfer from iron country.

"Look it's Sasuke-kun and his low-born girlfriend Sakura-buta" asuka whispers to her sister and azula giggles softly.

"He should be with someone of Proper status like me" asuka whispers, her tone a mix of longing and irritation. Sasuke has black hair in the shape of a duck's rump and charcoal eyes, wearing white shorts and blue sandals with a dark blue top having the uchiha red-white fan symbol on the back. Sakura Haruno is one of the many civilian born ninja having long pink hair and jade-green eyes. She wears a red and white qipao dress with a white circle on the back, dark green biker shorts and blue sandals.

"Mendokusei.. The Troublesome Twins are here" whispers one Shikamaru Nara, a lazy drawl in his tone. He has black hair in pineapple ponytail and dark eyes with a lazy expression on his face. He wears dark blue pants with matching sandals, a black short sleeve shirt and a short-sleeve grey jacket with green-edge sleeves and the nara clan symbol on the back.

"Chomp.. Chomp.. You shouldn't say that Shikamaru" says one Choji Akimichi, his voice muffled by his chips. He's a plump young man with markings on his cheek and a mane of brown hair. He wears a red suit and black pants with plated armor on his torso, arms, and upper legs with black sandals.

"Maybe" shikamaru says and yawns a bit, glancing to Ino Yamanaka speaking to Satsuki Uchiha. Ino has light blue eyes with long, platinum blonde hair having bangs framing the right side of her face. She wears a purple outfit consisting of a high-collar blouse and matching apron skirt. Bandages around her abdomen and legs, small hoop-earrings and white arm warmers.

"Can you believe it Satsuki.. We're finally going to start learning real ninja techniques!" ino says, her blue eyes sparkling. Satsuki has long black and wavy hair to just past her shoulders and charcoal eyes. She is wearing a dark blue sleeveless shirt with the uchiha symbol on the back and lilac shorts, dark arm sleeves and purple thigh-highs with black sandals.

"It's about time.. I've been looking forward to this" satsuki replies softly, a hint of enthusiasm despite her composed demeanor.

"Those two are going to be even more troublesome now.. Just watch" shikamaru says with a sigh, turning his attention back to choji. The rotund choji pauses his snacking for a moment, "Well at least it'll make things interesting.. Right" he says, looking thoughtful.

"Interesting is just another word for troublesome" shikamaru grumbles but a small smirk plays at the corner of his lips.

"Hey Azula and Asuka!" Kiba Inuzuka shouts, followed by his ninken Akamaru barking. Kiba has wild brown hair, sharp black eyes with vertical slit-like pupils, pronounced canine teeth and red fang marks on his cheeks. He wears a leather form-fitting black jacket, with zippers over the chest and sleeves, along with black pants and sandals.

"Keep your voice down Kiba" says one Hinata Hyuga, her eyes glaring at kiba. The hyuga heiress is the third of the princess trio with asuka and azula, her signature white eyes glaring at the dog boy. She has long indigo hair in a hime-cut and wears a lavender and cream hooded-jacket with lavender cuffs over mesh armor, navy blue pants and black, low-heel sandals.

"... ..." Shino Aburame comments but is speaking to his Kikaichu insects, wearing the heavy clothes of his clan and keeps his looks hidden. The other most notable person in this famed class is Tsubaki Kurogane from iron country as she was spurred by her rival vortex heart to become a ninja and chose konoha. She has large pink eyes and thick eyebrows, straight brown hair reaching her lower back with cropped bangs, apart from chin-length strands that frame the sides of her face. She also keeps her hair in a high-ponytail secured by a headpiece with two pink flower-like beads. She wears a white robe with pink lining on the color and sleeves, a turtle-neck undershirt, shin-length pink pants, black legging and socks, and straw-sandals.

"Alright.. Everyone settle down and Shut up.. I won't keep you long" Iruka Umino declares, another instructor of the class.

シーンブレイク

Naruto sees the gates of konoha coming into view with his eyes hidden behind black rimmed circular glasses with a blue lens. Kaguya and konan have sunglasses as well with pink and orange lens respectively. Naruto slows down as they near the gates and two chunin hurry towards them as people were starting to gawk as time passes.

"Who are you?!" one says, a nondescript man with dark hair and wearing konoha's uniform. It consists a dark blue, long sleeve shirt and matching pants, a forest green flak vest with a konoha hitai-ate.

"I'm here to see the Hokage.. My name is Naruto Nox Fleuret" naruto says and points his thumb to the girls, "They are Konan Atsuko and Kaguya Otsuki" he adds, a casual tilt to his tone. The second chunin is a kunoichi with dark hair tied back in a practical ponytail and she steps forward with her eyes narrowed as she examines the regalia, "What is this thing" she asks, her voice a mixture of suspicion and curiosity.

"A Reglia.. Now can you inform the Hokage I am here" naruto says, with a hint of impatience. The kunoichi chunin heads back to the check-in hut to inform the hokage as naruto gets out of the barracuda to lean on the hood. The metal is cool against his back, a stark contrast to the warm konoha sun. He takes a deep breath, inhaling the familiar scents of his childhood home.

"Should we get out" kaguya says and naruto nods. The warm konoha breeze ruffles her long hair and her rabbit ears twitch slightly in response to the new sounds and scents of the village. Kaguya and konan slip out of the barracuda as a yellow flash erupts at the gate and naruto pushes off the hood. He whispers an incantation and the barracuda breaks down into silver dust with his eyes on his father.

"N-naruto?!" minato says, his voice is filled with disbelief as he stares at the young man before him.

"Minato Namikaze.. It has been a long time" naruto says, lifting his sunglasses and minato could see the seriousness in his son's eyes.

"So you've returned" minato says, glancing to both konan and kaguya but making a note of the demihuman's eyes.

"Yes.. Yes I did.. I came back for my Inheritance" naruto says, his voice carrying a hint of steel. Minato reaches out to place a hand on naruto's right shoulder and the younger blond glances to the hand, his expression unreadable. For a moment there is tension hanging in the air that is thick and palpable.

"Let's talk in my office" minato says finally, his tone softening. Kaguya and konan take their blond's hands as minato raises a half-ram sign as they vanish in a yellow flash to appear in the hokage's office. The office is spacious with large windows offering a panoramic view of konoha. Stacks of papers clutter the desk, a testament to the never-ending work of a hokage.

"Before we talk about your inheritance.. Let's talk about how you've been.. I heard about Ravus" minato says, walking around to take a seat at his desk.

"I've been living.. I've been training and traveling" naruto says curtly with a flicker of emotion and minato frowns slightly.

"I see... So I do have your inheritance from Luna but I can't Just give it you" minato says and naruto runs his fingers through his hair with a sigh.

"Why not.. My Mom left it for me.. Not you" naruto says, a hint of frustration seeping into his voice.

"Maybe so but I am your father" minato says, his tone firm but not unkind. The tension in the room becomes palpable as kaguya's rabbit ears twitch nervously, while konan's amber eyes dart between father and son, ready to intervene if necessary. Naruto adopts a blank face with another sigh, "If you were my father or rather Acted like my father.. You wouldn't have pushed me away for your New family" he says, his voice is calm but laced with an undercurrent of hurt and anger. The words hang heavy in the air and for brief a moment does minato look stricken but he schools his features.

"Naruto.. I'm not going to have this argument with you again.. Things were rough at that time and I needed to make a choice to protect the village" minato says, his tone weary and naruto clucks his tongue with a bitter laugh.

"The Village Always Comes First.. I've heard That so much when I was little it was nauseating" naruto starts and looks to his loves, "It was their excuse for everything.. It didn't matter that I was Veldora's host.. I was the Bastard.. Child of the Foreigner" he says, as minato rubs his forehead with a deep sigh.

"Yes you were born out of wedlock and to someone from the South but you are still my son and I can't just give you what Luna left you" minato says, the weight of his past decisions weighing heavily on his shoulders.

"That doesn't make sense Lord Yondaime.. Lady Lunafreya left an inheritance to her son not you" kaguya says, her rabbit ears twitching with agitation and minato narrows his eyes.

"There are rules in place set place.. Something that you may not understand but Naruto is my son.. Luna left No Will.. So whatever she left goes to their living parent until the child is considered an adult and Chunin" minato says and naruto chuckles, rubbing the back of his neck.

"So that was your plan.. So I have to become a Shinobi of Konoha but also reach the rank of Chunin... Fine.. I figured you would pull some inane scheme... So when is the Genin Exams" naruto says, his voice tinged with a mix of amusement and resignation.

"In one week... Now Naruto even if you were to pass.. You would be considered the Dead-Last and may not be guaranteed a team" minato says and naruto points his thumbs to konan and kaguya.

"They'll take it with me and I have a team.. Will you give me a Sensei or try to say none are available" naruto says, his tone confident.

"If you pass.. I'll get you a Sensei" minato says and taps his desk, "Neko" he says, his tone firm. A female Anbu with a cat theme mask and long purple hair appears, wearing the standard Anbu of a black outfit with grey flak vest and forearm guards. Her porcelain mask resembling a cat with three red stripes, one vertical stripe on the forehead and two horizontal stripes, one on each cheek.

"Escort Naruto and his comrades to the Academy to meet with the instructors" minato says and neko bows at the waist with naruto following but the blond stops.

"Oh one more thing" naruto says with his tone casual yet carrying a hint of something more, while channeling some chakra to a silver ring on his left index finger. A envelope appears with a wax stamp and naruto places it on minato's desk, "Don't worry about finding us a place" naruto says with his tone light but tone sharp, following neko out with konan and kaguya. Minato slowly reaches for the envelope and his breath hitches as the imprint on the wax seal is that of the fire daimyo or rather the heir apparent.

"How could he know the Prince?!" minato thought with his eyes wide from disbelief, breaking the seal and pulling out the letter within the envelope. The letter states that naruto would be his eyes and ears within konoha, having met naruto by coincidence and he explained many things to him. Minato continues to read that the prince would be coming to konoha personally during the chunin exams with a team of investigators to check over everything in konoha. The more he reads the more his face cycles through a range of emotions from surprise, concern and finally, a mix of respect but wariness. Naruto himself would test konoha's genin to see how they fare but this is to not be revealed to said genin or those genin would stripped of their ranks but their status as heirs or heiresses as well.

"This... This can't be.. How can something like this happen?!.. How could Naruto meet his Highness" minato mutters, his eyes scanning the letter again and again. He stands abruptly and paces behind his desk, the letter clutched tightly in his hand. His mind races, trying to piece together the implications of this unexpected development.

"No.. I can fix this.. I can fix this somehow" minato says to himself, his voice a mix of determination and desperation. Minato pauses while taking a deep breath to steady himself. He glances at the door where naruto had just exited, a newfound wariness in his gaze.

"What game are you playing Naruto?!.. And how did you manage to get so close to the Fire Daimyo's heir" minato whispers, his brow furrowed in thought. He sits back down and spreads the letter on his desk. His fingers trace the official seal as if trying to confirm its authenticity once more.

"This changes everything.. I need to tread carefully now. Very carefully indeed" minato says softly, the weight of the situation settling on his shoulders.

シーンブレイク

Naruto and his girls stand outside one of the classrooms as neko went inside to explain things but he could hear the excited chatters of disbelief of someone coming in at the last minute and getting to take the test.

"Do you know any of them.. Other than your sisters" kaguya asks, her long white hair swaying gently and ears twitching.

"I saw them around but was never invited to their homes.. Some might not even remember me" naruto says, his voice tinged with a mix of resignation and indifference. Neko slides open the door and slides it back closed, "Give the Instructors a few moments to settle them down.. They will call you in" she says professionally, before excusing herself and vanishing with a swirl of leaves. Konan's blue hair neatly arranged with a paper flower sways as she looks at naruto curiously, "Where will we be staying after this" she asks, noting how naruto rocks on the balls of his feet, a habit she's quickly learned indicates he's thinking.

"I know a place and she'll probably cane me when I ask her" naruto says with a mischievous grin, confusing the pair. Inside iruka is trying to settle everyone down after learning three new students would be joining to take the genin exams, "Alright.. Enough.. Even if they do perfect on the exams.. They will considered the Dead-Last" he says, hoping to quell some of the excitement and potential resentment.

"Still.. Three Newbies out of nowhere" ino says, unable to hide her curiosity.

"Yeah.. I wonder who they are.. Maybe they're from another village" sakura speculates, her green eyes wide with interest.

"How troublesome.. More competition" shikamaru mutters under his breath, while slouching in his seat

"Regardless of your feelings on the matter.. This was sent down from Yondaime-sama" iruka says and looks to the door, "You can come in Now!" he adds, raising his voice slightly. The door slides open and a chill goes up everyone's spine as naruto makes his way inside with kaguya and konan behind him, what they didn't know is the blond is using a little of veldora's KI to make an impression.

"Who is this kid?!.. H-he has me on edge.. Like Orochimaru-sama is standing in front of me" mizuki thought, his heart rate raising and the chill vanishes as the three stand in front of the chalkboard.

"G-go on and introduce yourself" iruka says, his voice slightly strained.

"I'm Naruto Nox Fleuret.. I'm Konan Atsuko.. I'm Kaguya Otsuki and yes these are Real.. I am a rabbit Demihuman" the three say in eerie harmony, bowing a bit.

"Using your Dead mother's name huh... Brother" azula says, her eyes narrowed in contempt and a few murmur in shock.

"Long time no see Azula.. Flat I see compared to Asuka" naruto says with his hidden eyes drifting to her chest and back up to her face. A chorus of angry mutters rise from azula's fanboys, while some of the girls giggle behind their hands. Azula's face contorts with rage and her fists clenching on her desk.

"And Asuka.. Still following Azula like a lost puppy on a leash I see" naruto adds, his voice dripping with mock sympathy and asuka looks mortified, her cheeks flushing a deep red as she shrinks in her seat. The laughter in the classroom grows louder, and even some of Azula's loyal followers can't help but snicker.

"Enough of that!.. Take a seat next to Shino" iruka says, pointing to the bundled aburame. The namikaze sisters continue to glare at their brother as do their fanboys but the blond ignores them, taking his seat on the row with kaguya and konan.

"Greeting" shino says and naruto gives him a nod, with konan doing the same as kaguya waves while her ears twitch some. Iruka starts on a lecture about how over the next week they would be going over what will happen for the genin exams.

"Seems we came at the tail-end of class" konan says with her eyes scanning the room, as iruka and mizuki dismisses them. Naruto sees his sisters leaving to no doubt whine to minato about how he was so cruel with his words, many of their fanboys following them as well. The main players remain behind to interrogate their newest arrivals, "Why did you call Azula and Asuka sister" kiba says, his voice carrying a mix of challenge and curiosity.

"Because he is their brother" satsuki states matter-of-factly, her gaze never leaving naruto's face. A ripple of surprise passes through the remaining students as naruto leans back in his chair.

"She got it in one.. I am the Yondaime's first child and the Kyubi Jinchuriki.. I'm sure you know about that" naruto says, a wry smile playing on his lips. The room falls into a stunned silence for a moment before erupting into a flurry of whispers and exclamations.

"The Yondaime and the Oracle defeated it before it got to the village" shikamaru says, his brow furrowed in thought.

"The Oracle was my mother Lunafreya Nox Fleuret from the Insomnia" naruto says, his voice softening at the mention of his mother.

"Is Insomnia not in Niflheim to the south" ino says, her voice filled with curiosity and all three nod.

"Are those really real" sakura says, gesturing to kaguya's ears and kaguya nods but sees hinata glaring at her.

"Your eyes.. Are you blind" hinata says, her voice characteristically sharp. Kaguya blinks in surprise by the sudden hostility, "No.. My eyes just look like this.. Is it wrong" kaguya says, tilting her head in confusion.

Sakura quickly intervenes while sensing tension, "Can I... Can I touch your ears" she asks kaguya, her voice filled with wonder. Kaguya nods and leans her head towards sakura as hinata abruptly turns, leaving the classroom without another word, her departure leaving a wake of confusion.

"So you've been in Niflheim all this time" sasuke asks, his tone careful but inquisitive and curious about why the yondaime's son was not in the village.

"I was there until I was thirteen.. Then I started to travel and train" naruto replies, his voice calm and measured.

"Really?!" ino says, her blue eyes widening with interest and the three nod.

"We didn't have the luxury of an academy to learn from" konan says with her voice words carry a hint of challenge, causing a few to shift uncomfortably as the three rise from their seats.

"Nice to meet you all" naruto says, his tone polite but distant as the three excuse themselves and the group watch them leave.

"He seems kind of cold" choji says, opening a new bag of chips with a practiced motion.

"But looks sort of strong" sasuke says, a hint of respect in his voice as all of them start to leave the classroom. Naruto and his girls leave the academy grounds with the blond's hands in his pockets and his posture relaxed, "Do you remember any of them.. More than just in passing" kaguya asks, her eyes filled with curiosity.

"The Uchiha twins.. Sometimes their mom would sit with me" naruto says, his voice low and thoughtful.

"That Hyuga girl doesn't like me.. She probably thinks my eyes are like theirs" kaguya says, her voice tinged with a mix of confusion and concern as the three were walking through the streets of the village. Naruto looks at her with his blue eyes reassuring, "Don't worry about it Kaguya.. It's not your fault... The Hyuga are... Complicated" he says, choosing his words carefully. Konan nods in agreement, "Your eyes are beautiful Kaguya.. They're part of who you are" she adds, offering a small smile. Naruto's stomach growls audibly as they continue walking, causing konan to chuckle and kaguya to giggle.

"Minato will give you the third degree... Hey you two hungry" naruto says, pointing to Thunder Burger.

"Yeah.. You need your protein" konan says with a hint of amusement and kaguya giggles but naruto sighs. The three enter the shop and it is bustling to a point but not packed with the sizzle of burgers on the grill, "Welcome to Thunder Burger.. What can I get you" the server says, gesturing to the menu board behind her. Kaguya's ears twitch slightly as she studies the menu, her pale eyes widening at the variety of options.

"I'll get the Chicken Salad with the apple slices and a water" kaguya says, her tone soft as the server rings it up on the register.

"I'll get the Patty Melt.. Medium Fry and Fountain Drink" konan says, her amber eyes glance to her blond. Naruto continues to stare at the menu, "Triple Burger with a Large Fry and Large Fountain Drink.. Plus the Patty Melt with extra onions and a Chicken Wrap with extra sauce" he says causing the server's eyebrows to raise slightly. The server's eyes widen in surprise and a few customers in line behind them can't help but gasp at the size of the order as naruto seems unfazed by their reactions.

"Certainly" the server says, quickly regaining her composure. The server rings up everything and naruto pays as she gives them their cups, water and number.

"We'll go see the person who will put us up after" naruto says, his voice low to avoid being overheard and finding a booth to sit in after filling their cups.

"Who is this person" kaguya asks, her rabbit ears twitching with curiosity.

"Her name is Koharu Utatane.. She's one of the village elders and taught me when I was small.. She even babysat me after Azula and Asuka were born" naruto says, a nostalgic smile playing on his lips and takes a sip of his soda. Konan's eyes widen slightly, "An elder?!.. Won't that cause problems with the Hokage" she asks, surprise evident in her voice. Naruto shakes his head and takes another sip of his drink, "The old Bat has always been... Independent.. She and Minato don't always see eye to eye.. I think she'll be happy to help us.. If only to spite him a little" he says, choosing his words carefully. Kaguya's ears twitch slightly as she processes this information, "Your father is not a nice man" she says as there's a hint of sadness in her voice, mixed with a touch of anger. Naruto snorts while nodding in agreement, "That's putting it mildly," he mutters, his blue eyes darkening for a moment. The server calls their number and naruto grabs the tray full of food and brings it back to the table.

"So this elder will let you live with her" konan says, grabbing her patty melt and fries. She takes a bite of the sandwich and savoring the flavor before speaking.

"She may hit me with her cane a few times but she cares" naruto says, opening his triple burger and taking a bite. A bolt of lightning strikes the blond and a pink cloud forms around his head, something both pick up on and laugh softly. Naruto devours his triple burger quick and descends on his patty melt, chicken wrap and fries but also filling his 32oz drink four separate times.

"You can be a glutton sometimes" konan comments, still eating her meal and kaguya nods as well.

"Blame Veldora" naruto says and the tsundere dragon huffs, before going to get three more triple burgers to go. The three leave thunder burger and make their way towards the northeastern part of the village to find koharu's home. Konan and kaguya notice the village itself is a little packed together compared to cities in niflheim. The houses and shops start thin out and several large homes appear, before the blond stops at the two-story house with medium size front yard and a five-foot-high wall stone pillar fence having metal fencing between.

"Is this the place" konan asks with her eyes taking in every detail and naruto nods, pushing the doorbell button next the mail's slot pillar. The gate unlocks and the three enter through the gate to walk up the stone path towards the house, up the four steps and knock on the door three times. A few moments pass and the door unlocks as it slowly opens to reveal an old woman with squinted eyes. She has grey hair pulled back in a twin bun locked by traditional hair pins with several pearls dangling off the side and tassels. She wears a simple long kimono, closed by an obi, a jacket, and a sash over it.

"Got my letter Granny Koharu" naruto says, before the woman cracks him across the face with her cane and sound echoing through the quiet.

"Ow!" naruto yelps, rubbing his cheek.

"I did you little brat.. Now come in" koharu says, though her tone softens a little. Naruto follows koharu inside with konan and kaguya following, slipping off their shoes in the process. Konan and kaguya exchange bemused glances but naruto catches their expressions as he chuckles, "Told you she cares" he whispers, earning another whack from koharu's cane.

"I heard that... Now introduce me to your friends Naruto" the old woman grumbles, leading them into a cozy living room. Naruto clears his throat while gesturing to each of his companions, "This is Konan and this is Kaguya" he says, indicating the blue-hair beauty and cute rabbit demihuman. It's a spacious area with two long sofas facing each other, a long table between them and two recliners. Naruto notices a space that looks perfect for a TV but the absence of one doesn't surprise him as koharu was never one for modern entertainment.

"Have you spoken to your father" koharu asks, her tone neutral but her eyes sharp.

"I did and got to see my sisters too but also the current class" naruto says, taking a seat on one of the long sofa with kaguya and konan as koharu takes a recliner.

"And.. What did you think" koharu asks, her eyebrows raising slightly. Naruto shrugs while his fingers absently traces patterns on the sofa's arm, "Some show promise but..." he trails off, looking to Koharu.

"Minato and Hiruzen are more peace-oriented" koharu says with a hint of disapproval, looking over the boy or man she babysat. He has grown up to be good-looking thanks to luna and minato's good looks but she notices the piercing on his ears of silver earrings that hug his ears, one on the lobe and other two on the top of the ears.

"But that isn't too bad.. Peace can be a good thing" konan says, her amber eyes curious. Koharu turns her gaze to konan with her expression unreadable, "Peace is good child but not at the cost of strength and preparedness.. A village that cannot defend itself will not know peace for long" she says firmly. A moment of silence falls over the room as they all consider her words, "Speaking of preparedness... Your letter a year ago was vague" koharu says, her tone shifting. Naruto shifts in his spot on the sofa and starts to explain about his travels but keep things vague, keeping their jobs for kumo and iwa off the record but told her about samui.

"Did you do work for Kumo" koharu says, seriously as naruto crosses his legs but nods his head.

"Well you aren't a Konoha ninja yet and Minato wanted nothing to do with you... However why decide to become a Konoha ninja" koharu adds, her eyes studying naruto.

"I want what my Mother left me but he's playing a game of having to become a Genin and promoted to Chunin" naruto explains, his voice low and intense. Koharu doesn't voice her thoughts but a flicker of disappointment crosses her face. She's known minato for years, watched him grow from a promising young ninja to the leader of their village. To hear of his treatment of naruto, his own son, leaves a bitter taste in her mouth.

"Well that shouldn't be too hard... If you're half as skilled from what you told me.. Then you'll become a Chunin quickly" koharu says, her voice carrying a hint of challenge.

"Thank you Granny Koharu" naruto says, warmly and his eyes sparkling with gratitude. Koharu gets up from her chair with her gaze shifting to konan and kaguya, "The three of you can stay until you find a place of your own.. However it will be separate rooms.. Girls in one and you in the other.. Also no Sex is to be had" koharu says, shooting naruto a stern look.

"We won't.. Kushina wants to wait for the Chunin Exams" naruto says, his cheeks a little pink. Koharu's cane whips out faster than any of them can blink, smacking Naruto lightly on the head. Despite the reprimand, there's a glimmer of amusement in her eyes.

"Good.. Asakura's daughter is a fine choice... Now follow me and unpack your things" koharu says with a of approval in her tone and all three follow her upstairs. Naruto and company would spend the next week listening to iruka's boring lectures about histories or what to expect to pass the genin exams. Minato would call naruto to his office the day after his arrival for his words against his sisters but the young blond ignored his father's words as they didn't get to him as they did as a child. A few of azula and asuka's fanboys attempted to mean mug the blond but a little flex of veldora's chakra, sent them skittering off like rats. Hinata would often stare at kaguya and the trio were waiting for the hyuga to try something but nothing came yet. The others would try to get to know the three but it was slow going as they were weary of the konoha heirs and heiresses.

シーンブレイク

Naruto sits with konan and kaguya as mizuki passes out the tests for the first part of the genin exams. Naruto is wearing jeans with tennis shoes, a long-sleeve henly with the graphic of two swords through a shield on the back with a smaller one on the front. Kaguya is wearing a black, buttoned vest with coattails and silver buttons, underneath is a white, sleeveless, high necked, crop undershirt and black pants shifting to silver like her boots. Konan is wearing a black and blue, high-collar halter top, two silver, intersecting belts over her chest, and black shorts. Black thigh-highs and a wrap of two strips of blue cloth that drape over either side of her hips, along with a smaller, white strip of cloth tied around her waist with silver ankle boots. The test is fairly simply for those living in konoha but naruto aided konan and kaguya on the history.

"Alright Everyone.. You have one hour to finish the test.. Once you finish.. You can turn the test in and leave the room but you must remain on the academy grounds... Now Begin" iruka states, clearing his throat and silencing the room. Everyone starts their test in silence as mizuki and iruka look over them for bouts of cheating, the first to finish is sakura and she turns in her test followed by satsuki. The student slowly turn in their tests and iruka narrows his eyes as naruto turns in his test as mizuki stares at the blond.

"I don't think one of them likes you" veldora says, his voice rumbling in the blond's head. Naruto bobs his head as he makes his way to the roof of the academy, "Maybe but it won't do them any good" he thought, a faint smile on his face. He reaches the roof but finds sakura and satsuki already there, "Hello Naruto" satsuki says and naruto waves, "Um... Naruto... I wonder.. Do you remember me" satsuki adds, a hint of uncertainty in her tone.

"I do actually... How is your mom.. I heard about what happened" naruto says, standing in front of the railing. Satsuki looks down at the tiles with a soft look, "She's fine but she was confined to a wheelchair after That night.. However she's better now and walking" she says, her voice barely above a whisper but brightening slightly.

"You know Satsuki and Sasuke's mom" sakura asks, her green eyes wide with curiosity.

"When I still lived here.. I use to sit alone in the park.. Lady Mikoto would come sit with me sometimes" naruto explains, his voice tinged with a hint of melancholy.

"Azula and Asuka were actually happy you were gone" satsuki says, her voice carrying a note of bitterness and naruto runs his fingers through his hair to scratch his scalp.

"Of course they were but I bet they were sad they couldn't blame things on me anymore" naruto muses with his tone neutral, glancing back to see konan and kaguya.

"What's that necklace around your neck" sakura asks, curiosity evident in her tone. Naruto lifts tsar's claws with a soft smirk, "In my travels.. I encountered a man-eating tiger" he says, his voice low and mysterious. Both girls gasp as their eyes widening in shock, "A man-eating tiger?!" satsuki exclaims, her usual composure slipping for a moment.

"Yes.. It was in the Land of Frostbite and in the forests of Frostbite there was a Rule that people abided by with a tiger named Tsar but someone broke that rule... And he paid the price for it.. So did a few others" naruto explains, his eyes distant while recalling that day and voice trailing off ominously a bit.

"He was nose open to us once we neared the village" kaguya says, her voice soft but filled with remembered fear.

"I decided to be bait and lure Tsar out to help the people... I also learned that a Tiger can see you a hundred times before you see it once.. And it nearly cost me my life" naruto says and touches his chest, "However I managed to survive and I took these claws to Honor Tsar" he adds, a hint of past danger coloring his words. Sakura and satsuki listen in rapt attention, their faces a mixture of awe and disbelief. Satsuki's gaze lingers on naruto's hand where it rests on his chest, a new understanding dawning in her eyes.

"Honor" sasuke says, standing behind them with his arms crossed and his expression guarded. Naruto fully turns to sasuke with his hands in his pockets, "Tsar was a revered tiger in the village but his man-eating called for him to be put down" naruto says, his voice steady. Sasuke's eyes narrow slightly, "That sounds a bit farfetched" he says, skepticism clear in his voice. Naruto reaches for the hem of his henley without a word and lifts it. Sasuke's eyes widen and his breath catches in his throat as across naruto's torso, nestled within an intricate tattoo are several long but jagged scars.

"Are those actual Claws Marks?!" sakura says, her handing flying to her mouth.

"The very same ones around my neck" naruto says, pulling his shirt down and his fingers brushing against his necklace. A heavy silence falls over the group. Satsuki's eyes flicker between naruto's face and where the scars lie hidden beneath his shirt, her expression a mix of concern and admiration. Sakura seems at a loss for words, her earlier curiosity replaced by a newfound respect. Naruto decides to head back down to check on things with kaguya and konan as sasuke stares at naruto's retreating form.

"Just who are you" sasuke mutters under his breath, his eyes fixed on naruto's back. Satsuki catches her twin's words and turns to look at him as she sees the confusion and intrigue in his eyes, mirroring her own feelings. As the door closes behind naruto and the others, the uchiha siblings exchange a glance, both sensing that there's much more to their returned classmate than meets the eye. The first part of test finishes and everyone is lead outside to several dummies with two long tables of shuriken and kunai. The air is thick with anticipation as the group gathers around iruka and mizuki.

"The Second test with score your Accuracy.. You are to use Ten Shuriken and Ten Kunai to strike the targets" iruka explains and naruto notices the numbers have thinned a little from the first test. Iruka starts calling everyone in order of their surnames with shino getting seven out of ten on both weapons, choji getting six out of ten at his turn.

"Konan Atsuko" mizuki shouts, his voice carrying a hint of curiosity. Konan steps forward, her movements graceful and purposeful. She picks up the kunai first, weighing them in her hand for a moment. Then with swift and fluid motions, launches them at the targets as nine out of ten hit their mark with precision. A murmur of surprise ripples through the crowd but konan pays no attention to it, turning to the shuriken. She once again throws with remarkable accuracy, scoring another nine out of ten. Naruto can't help but smile at his girlfriend's performance and catches sight of azula glaring daggers at konan, her face twisted in a scowl.

"Wow.. Did you see that.. She's amazing!" sakura whispers to satsuki, her eyes wide. Satsuki nods with her dark eyes assessing, "She's clearly had training beyond the academy" she murmurs back. As more students take their turns with varying degrees of success does naruto finds himself standing next to sasuke.

"Your friend is quite skilled" sasuke says, his tone neutral but his eyes sharp.

"Konan's always been a quick learner" naruto says, a hint of pride in his voice. Sasuke's eyebrow quirks up at this, "And what about you.. Have you learned as well as she has" he asks, a challenge in his voice. Before naruto could respond does iruka's voice cuts through the air, "Naruto Nox Fleuret" iruka shouts, his tone carrying a note of surprise. Naruto's eyebrows raise slightly and a bemused expression crosses his face, "And here I thought they would use Namikaze like they have been trying" he thinks to himself, shaking his head imperceptibly.

"Use these Naruto" mizuki says, a disingenuous smile on his face and pointing to a set to the left of the pile.

"Oh Thanks" naruto says, picking up the kunai and feel they are weighted. He goes to the line as he tosses a kunai up and down, "He must be your sisters' sycophant" veldora comments, a hint of amusement in the dragon's tone. Naruto takes two between his fingers and with a little force tosses them at the dummies but then the remaining eight. Each one finds its mark with deadly precision, the thud of metal hitting wood echoing across the training ground. Mizuki's eyes widen in disbelief, his mouth falling open slightly as naruto achieves a perfect score. The other students break into excited whispers, their gazes darting between naruto and the perforated targets. Naruto turns to the shuriken next, his blue eyes focused and determined. With the same fluid grace, sends the throwing stars spinning through the air and once again, all ten find their targets with unerring accuracy.

"So you have some skill Brother but it won't help you" azula says, her tone dripping with disdain. Naruto doesn't even turn to look at her, continuing his steady pace towards his friends. Azula's eyes narrow at the lack of response, her fists clenching at her sides.

"He'll still be dead-last sister" asuka says loud enough for naruto to hear. Azula nods with her glare intensifying as she watches naruto's retreating back. The heat of her gaze is almost palpable but naruto remains unfazed, unlike their early childhood. Konan gives naruto a slight smile as he takes his place beside her, "Nicely done" she murmurs, her voice low enough that only he can hear. Kaguya's ears twitch in approval and her eyes shine with pride, "You showed them" she whispers, a grin spreading across her face. From the corner of his eye does naruto notice sasuke staring at him, his dark eyes narrowed in thought. The uchiha's earlier challenge seems to have been answered and then some. Satsuki leans over to her brother and her voice barely audible, "It seems Naruto has indeed learned quite a bit on his travels" she says, a hint of admiration in her tone. Sasuke nods with his expression unreadable, "So it would appear.. This could make things... Interesting" he replies, his eyes still fixed on naruto. The test continues with average scores from civilian born ninja to above average from hinata getting nine, sakura and kiba with seven, shikamaru getting six, tsubaki getting seven with their turns. The namikaze sisters each get ten out ten on both but due to light-weight weapons provided by mizuki.

"Kaguya Otsuki" iruka calls out his voice carrying across the training ground. Kaguya goes to the table and picks up her kunai with her ears twitching, before making her way up the line and tossing to get eight out of ten and seven out of ten on the shuriken. The test soon finishes with the uchiha siblings getting eight out of ten on both and sasuke showing a bit of what itachi taught them. Those that got below average failed and the numbers thinned with it being civilian born ninja that failed. The group was led back to a sparring area for the third part of the exam. The air is thick with tension as iruka steps forward, his voice carrying across the assembled students.

"Alright everyone.. For the final part of the exam.. Each of you will spar with Mizuki-sensei for up to five minutes.. However..." iruka begins with his tone serious and pauses, "If you cannot last at least one minute.. You will fail this portion of the exam" he adds, his eyes scanning the crowd. A murmur rippled through the group and naruto notices several of the civilian-born students shifting nervously.

"This is going to thin out the ranks" shikamaru mutters, his usual bored expression tinged with a hint of concern.

"Yeah but it's necessary I guess.. Being a ninja isn't easy" choji says, munching on a chip.

"We'll be calling students by name but the Clan heirs and heiresses will go first" iruka says, after clearing his throat and regaining everyone's attention. The spars begin as the others last about an average of three to four minutes with even sakura lasting two and half minutes, even though she is a civilian born student, her time with sasuke and satsuki aided her. Kaguya and konan last about four minutes but mainly by choice. Mizuki's movements became noticeably slower and more telegraphed when azula or asuka take their turns, allowing them to last the full five minutes with barely a scratch.

"Did you see that?!.. He's going easy on her" kaguya whispers, her ears twitching in agitation.

"Yeah I saw.. Let's see how he handles the others" naruto says, his eyes never leaving the sparring area. As more students take their turns, a pattern emerges as mizuki seems to favor certain students, while being notably harsher with others, particularly those from civilian backgrounds. Iruka calls naruto's name and he is one of the last to go but had all eyes on him. Mizuki stares with a lopsided smile and glances to the namikaze sisters, "Don't worry Lady Azula.. Lady Asuka.. I'll make this Cur pay" mizuki thought, his eyes gleaming with malic. Naruto pulls out a pair of black gloves from his pocket and holds one with his teeth as he slips one on, then the other as mizuki stands opposite him.

"Iruka-sensei.. The test is the last up to five minutes with Mizuki-sensei.. Correct" naruto says, adjusting his gloves and iruka tilts his head in confusion but nods.

"So what would happen if you were to Beat Mizuki-sensei" naruto says, his azure-blues on mizuki. A murmur rippled through the crowd. Sasuke smirked, while Satsuki leaned forward, her interest piqued.

"You think you can beat a teacher Nox" kiba says with disbelief in his tone and akamaru barks his opinion. Naruto glances to kiba with a wink and turns his attention to mizuki, "Come now Naruto.. Certainly you don't think you can beat me.. I can Chunin after all" mizuki says his voice dripping with condescension.

"Maybe but I am the son of Fourth Hokage.. I think that gives me advantage.. My sisters went the distance and could've perhaps beaten you.. So why I can't do the same" naruto says, rolling his shoulders with a calm confidence.

"Don't try to use Dad's name to try to puff yourself up" asuka shouts, her face contorting with indignation. Shikamaru and sasuke were staring in thought but thought the same, "Show me your strength" both thought, sharing a similar sentiment.

"Don't blame me if I hurt you and run to your father" mizuki says, a hint of malice creeping into his smile. Naruto shifts his right close his chin and his left raised with his stance lowered, "Turnabout is fair play" he says, his voice steady and confident. Mizuki rushes forward but not with genin speed and iruka is about to call out to him, however his fellow teacher has to quickly block naruto's left jab with his forearm.

"I'll get you before you pull back" mizuki thought but his breath hitches, as he has to block several more of naruto's jabs. Iruka stares with wide eyes at naruto's jabs, "He's not pulling all the way back but he is sending such fast and powerful punches" iruka thought, watching naruto's forming in amazement. The other students were wide-eyed as well as naruto peppers mizuki with his jabs but konan and kaguya were not surprised.

"How the hell is he throwing those punches?!" kiba shouts, his voice a mix of disbelief and excitement. Akamaru barks loudly and is seemingly just as stunned as his partner. Shikamaru's usual lazy expression has given way to intense focus, "Troublesome.. He's using minimal movement for maximum impact." he mutters but there was a hint of admiration in his tone. Choji pauses mid-bite with his chips forgotten as he watches the display, "Wow..." he said, his voice filled with awe.

"It's thanks to him having strong shoulders and wrists but to throw those jabs.. It took a lot of training and technique" konan explains, her eyes never leaving the sparring match.

"They look similar to a Corkscrew Blow" sasuke says, his Sharingan active with one tomoe in each red eye as his tone is a mix curiosity and respect.

"However Naruto uses his left arm" kaguya adds, her ears twitching with excitement. Mizuki backs away with a look of rage on his face compared to naruto's relaxed face but if one could see under the former's sleeves, one would see welts forming from naruto's jabs.

"You little bastard" mizuki thought with his teeth gritted, before rushing forward but not seeing the smirk. Everyone gasps as mizuki's head snaps up and he crumbles to the ground as naruto looks down at him.

"Do I pass Iruka-sensei" naruto says, faintly smiling.

"What the Hell happened?!" ino says, her eyes wide with shock.

"A right hook grazed his chin into a uppercut to finish" satsuki says, her Sharingan active as well. Her voice was calm but there is a hint of admiration in her tone.

"The speed was impressive.. Most of us couldn't even see it" sasuke says with a nod, deactivating his Dojutsu. Iruka quickly rushes to mizuki and checks on him but he is out cold, and quickly calls for some other instructors to take him to the medical wing. Azula bites in her lip in anger as she stares at naruto, "He knocked out a Chunin?!.. How is that Possible?!" she thought, her fists clenching at her sides. Iruka comes back and ushers the students to one of the empty classrooms with a medium adjacent room having a table and two chairs. Also another table with numerous hitai-ate of various colors. Iruka explains to them that the final test would be to demonstrate three Jutsu to pass. Naruto sits with kaguya and konan as everyone starts to try for their final exam, "When should I" konan says cryptically, while tapping her cheek.

"We can hold off for the moment.. Once you reveal your Kamiton.. Those in power will try get it for themselves" naruto says with his voice barely above a whisper, as konan's name is called and she heads to the testing room.

"You are quite skilled in Taijutsu" sasuke says as his tone is genuinely impressed, approaching with his sister and sakura.

"Thanks.. Did your Sharingan copy it.. Though I don't think you can mimic it" naruto says, a hint of amusement in his voice.

"Probably can't but it was something to see" satsuki says, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear and her dark eyes twinkling. Naruto sees konan coming out the test room with a blue hitai-ate as one by one each student goes in and comes out with or without a hitai-ate, while naruto and company wait with sasuke's small group.

"Naruto Nox Fleuret" a teacher says and naruto rises to his feet, as his sisters glare at him. He enters the room and sees iruka sitting at the desk with another instructor, "Alright... You must perform the Kawarimi.. Henge and Four Clones" iruka says, his tone professional. Naruto nods and holds up a ram sign to swap with a chair, then turns into his uncle ravus and lastly four clones pop to life.

"You pass Naruto" iruka says, shocked as naruto grabs a black hitai-ate. He leaves the room and sees his sisters or azula glaring him as he goes back to his little group, "Her face may stay like that" veldora says, causing naruto to snort in amusement. The tests continue until only twenty-four genin pass the exams, "Congrats to everyone who has passed and those that didn't.. Good Luck next year... Now everyone is dismissed for about two hours.. When you return.. You will find which teams you will be on" iruka says with his voice carrying across the room, before dismissing everyone.

"Do you all want to go to Thunder Burger" naruto asks sasuke and his little group, all of them nodding but kiba and a few others decide to join them. The princess trio watch them leave with disgusted looks on their faces but naruto and company ignore them.

シーンブレイク

Minato cuts contact with his crystal ball and turns his attention to the assembled jonin for the coming class but hiruzen is there is well, "Quite the crop of Genin" hiruzen says, his eyes twinkling with amusement. Minato places the glass orb into his desk with a slow nod but his thoughts were on naruto and his skills displayed, "Indeed.. All the Clan Heirs passed with a few other standouts" minato says and clears his throat, "Now does anyone have preferences" he adds, looking around at the assembled jonin.

"I would like the newest iteration of the Ino-Shika-Cho" Asuma Sarutobi and son of the sandaime says, a cigarette hanging limply in his mouth. He is tall man with brown eyes, olive skin, short black spiky hair, and a beard. His clothing consists of the standard konoha uniform with the sleeves rolled up half way, flak jacket, regular shinobi sandals and hitai-ate. He also wears a sash that has the kanji for fire, a pair of black bangles, and bandages wrapped around the arms of his sleeves.

"Denied.. The Ino-shika-cho is well known team and many nations know their skill-set.. Plus they are too dependent on each other and being separated would benefit them" minato says with his tone stern. Asuma's eyebrows raise slightly but he nods slowly and takes a long drag on his cigarette. The smoke curles lazily in the air as he exhales and contemplating the hokage's words.

"Hokage-sama... Who will teach the Savages" one Roki Tameruto says with a hint of disdain and a few murmur. He is a handsome man with blond hair and blue eyes, his hair swept over his right eye and wears the standard jonin attire but has a sash having the kanji for fire on it as well.

"Roki.. That is still my son" minato says, his voice carrying a hint of warning and roki bows at the waist.

"Apologizes Hokage-same" roki says, his voice smooth. Minato looks over the jonin with his azure-blue eyes locked on a select few who would be the teachers of the next generation, "The teams will be as followed" he says, his voice firm and authoritative. He proceeds to dictate the first six teams, each announcement met with nods of understanding from the jonin.

"Team-7 will be Azula Namikaze.. Asuka Namikaze and Hinata Hyuga... Roki you will be their Sensei" minato says and roki bows at the waist again.

"Team-8 will be Shikamaru Nara.. Satsuki Uchiha and Shino Aburame.. Kurenai you will be their Sensei" minato states.

"Yes Hokage-sama" kurenai says, her voice soft and confident. She is beautiful and fair-skin woman with long and untamed black hair, also having unique red eyes having an extra ring to them. She wears a red mesh armor blouse with only the right sleeve visible, a dress looking similar to bandages with a pattern on it similar to those of rose thorns with kunoichi sandals and black leggings.

"Kakashi you will have Team-9 of Sasuke Uchiha.. Sakura Haruno and Kiba Inuzuka" minato says and kakashi says nothing but giggles as he reads his book.

"Right Sensei" kakashi says, after two minutes. He has upturned silver hair oriented to the right and one eye visible as his other is hidden by his hitai-ate but also wears a half cloth mask, and the standard konoha attire.

"Krhmp.. Asuma you will be the Sensei of Team-10.. It will be Ino Yamanaka.. Choji Akimichi and Tsubaki Kurogane" minato says and asuma nods, noticing he got two-thirds of the ino-shika-cho but also a samurai in training.

"You have your Teams.. You are to get them in about two hours.. Kakashi" minato says and some of the jonin snicker as they leave minato's office.

"What about Naruto and his two comrades" hiruzen says after the jonin were gone, his voice low and thoughtful.

"Neko" minato says and neko appears on one knee, "Remove your mask Yugao" he adds, as neko rises. She slowly reaches for her mask and removes it to reveal a beautiful face with brown eyes and full lips.

"You will the Sensei of Team-11 of Naruto Nox Fleuret.. Konan Atsuko and Kaguya Otsuki" minato says and yugao bows at the waist, vanishing with a swirl of leaves.

"Speaking of the one called Kaguya.. Her eyes are eerily similar to the Byakugan" hiruzen says, his tone thoughtful.

"Hiashi has already brought it up when Hinata told him" minato says, his voice tinged with weariness as hiruzen relights his pipe.

"Then a possible Unsealed Byakugan not part of the clan exists.. If she does possess it.. The Hyuga will want her sealed" hiruzen says, puffing thoughtfully as he watches minato's reaction. Minato lets out a long sigh and his shoulders slumping slightly under the weight of his responsibilities, "If she does have the Byakugan... Are the Hyuga willing to go against the Daimyo and his Heir" he asks, his voice carrying a hint of challenge. Hiruzen's eyes widen slightly, understanding dawning on his weathered face. He has read the letter from the daimyo too and the implications were clear. The political landscape was shifting and the hyuga's traditional practices might soon find themselves at odds with the country's leadership.

"We should at the very least have her tested.. But also impress upon Hiashi not to push things if she does" hiruzen said after a moment of contemplation, smoke curling around his face.

"Agreed.. We'll need to handle this delicately.. The last thing we need is a conflict between the Hyuga and the Daimyo" minato said, his expression grave. He stands up and walks to the window that overlooks the village as the sun is high in the sky while casting a warm glow over konoha, "I'll speak with Hiashi myself.. We need to make it clear that times are changing and the Hyuga may need to adapt" minato said, his voice firm.

"It won't be easy.. The Hyuga are set in their ways.. Hiashi in particular.. Can be... Stubborn" hiruzen warns, joining him at the window and his pipe in one hand.

"I'm aware.. But for the sake of the village.. We need to find a way forward that doesn't involve forcing a seal on her" minato says, his blue eyes scanning the village. The two leaders stand in silence for a moment, watching the bustling village below. The weight of their decisions, the delicate balance they have to maintain, hangs heavy in the air between them.

"What of Naruto.. How do you think he'll react to all of this" hiruzen asks softly, breaking the silence. Minato's expression tightens and a flash of emotion crosses his face, "I... I'm not sure... But I do know this.. If Hiashi pushes too hard on this issue.. It could have dangerous effects" he admits, his voice heavy with concern and his brow furrowing as he considers the potential consequences. Hiruzen places a comforting hand on minato's shoulder, "Then we make sure nothing happens.. We've faced challenges before and we'll face this one too" he said, his voice carrying the weight of his years of experience. Minato turns to look at his predecessor with a mixture of gratitude and determination in his eyes, "You're right.. We'll need to be proactive about this" he nods, his voice growing stronger.

"Indeed.. Perhaps we should arrange a meeting with Hiashi sooner rather than later.. Get ahead of any potential issues" hiruzen says, taking a a long draw from his pipe and exhaling a cloud of smoke that drifts lazily.

"Good idea.. I'll send a message to the Hyuga compound.. The sooner we address this.. The better" minato says, his brow furrowing in thought.

"And what of Kaguya herself.. Have you considered how to approach her about this" hiruzen says, nodding approvingly.

"That's... A delicate matter.. Perhaps we should observe her for a while.. See if she shows any signs of the Byakugan" minato says, running a hand through his hair.

"A wise approach.. We must tread carefully.. The last thing we want is to make her feel like an outsider or a subject of scrutiny" hiruzen agrees, puffing his pipe. Minato's gaze drifts back to the village below and his mind working through the complexities of the situation. The two stand in companionable silence for a moment, each lost in their own thoughts about the challenges that lay ahead. The village bustles below them, unaware of the potential storm brewing on the horizon.

シーンブレイク

Sasuke and the others were amazed someone could eat as much as choji but naruto showed them. The blond has eaten five triple cheeseburgers, five patty melts, four medium fries and five 32oz cups of soda. There was still another forty-five minutes before they needed to return to the academy for their team placements. The group were sitting at few tables pushed together so they could speak, "Why do you eat so much.. You aren't even Faa..." ino says, catching herself before choji hears the f-word as naruto finishes his cup and was about go fill it up.

"I'm a Jinchuriki and I have a high metabolism" naruto says matter-of-factly.

"Have you met other Jinchuriki" sakura asks, leaning forward with interest.

"A passing glance but never met.. There are eight other Jinchuriki in the world.. Eight other people who house a Biju" naruto says, taking a sip of his drink before answering. The group fall silent for a moment while digesting this information but ino senses the heaviness in the air and decides to change the subject, "So.. Any idea who we'll be on a team with" she asks, her blue eyes scanning the faces around the table.

"Who knows but it'll be a drag" shikamaru mutters, earning a glare from ino who looks like she is about to smack him. Sakura's eyes lit up at the mention of teams, "I hope I'm on a team with Sasuke" she said, casting a glance at the dark-haired uchiha. Sasuke notices her gaze and offers a warm smile, his onyx eyes softening as he looks at his friend.

"I wouldn't mind being on a team with you Nox" kiba says, flashing toothy grin towards the blond as naruto arches an eyebrow. Tsubaki stares at naruto as she eats her mountain of fries, "Naruto Nox Fleuret.. Have you ever been to Iron Country in your travels" she asks, her voice tinged with curiosity.

"No.. Iron is bit discriminatory towards Shinobi.. So we avoided the country" naruto replies and rises from his seat, "I'm going fill my drink and get another Patty Melt.. Anybody want anything" he adds but everyone shakes their heads.

"Isn't that the weird girl" veldora says and naruto makes a face, remembering tsubaki constantly challenging him.

"She came all the way Here.. I thought she would go to Iwa but it can't be helped" naruto thought, ordering another patty melt to go and filling his cup again.

"Do you think your father will split you three up" veldora says, echoing in the blond's mind and the dragon has his arms folded.

"He won't go against the Prince" naruto thought, standing by the counter and sipping his drink. His number is called and naruto grabs his bag to head back to the table but sees sasuke, sakura and satsuki gone.

"They left" naruto says, more to himself than anyone else.

"Yeah.. They wanted to walk around a bit before team assignments" ino says, her blue eyes apologetic.

"We'll do the same.. See you at the academy" naruto says, as kaguya and konan grab their trays and the others wave. He takes them on a small tour of the village like the park where ravus found him and deciding to hang out in said park.

"This place... It's the one" konan asks softly, noticing the distant look in naruto's eyes.

"Yeah it is.. This is where my life changed" naruto muses, a small smile playing on his lips. They decide to spend some time in the park, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. Kaguya sits on a swing, her long white hair swaying gently in the breeze and her ears twitching. Konan leans against a tree and her amber eyes watchful but more the tiny animals. Naruto is lying on the grass, staring up at the clouds drifting by. As he watched the white puffs lazily float across the blue sky, his mind wanders to the day ravus found him in this very park. A bittersweet smile plays on his lips as he recalls the mixture of emotions like the loneliness, the hurt and then the sudden spark of hope when ravus appeared.

"I'm back here.. Who would've thought Uncle Ravus.. You found me here broken and alone.. And now I'm back but stronger than ever" naruto thought to himself, his blue eyes reflecting the sky above. He lets out a soft sigh while feeling the cool grass beneath his fingers. The park hasn't changed much over the years but he certainly had. He was no longer the neglected child seeking attention and love but now he is naruto nox fleuret, the leader of the vortex royals, back in konoha with a purpose. As a particularly fluffy cloud drifts overhead does naruto's thoughts turn to his deceased uncle. He wonders what ravus would say if he could see him now, lying in the same park where their journey together had begun.

"I won't let you down Uncle.. Watch me from the Pure Land.. I'll make you proud and show everyone what a Nox Fleuret can do" naruto whispers to the sky, his voice barely audible. The time soon comes and the three make their way back to the academy as others were doing the same, meeting in their classroom and a few minutes later iruka arrives, doing another boring speech as he starts on the first six teams.

"Team-7 will be Azula Namikaze.. Asuka Namikaze and Hinata Hyuga with your Sensei being Roki Tameruto.. Team-8 will be Shikamaru Nara.. Satsuki Uchiha and Shino Aburame.. Your Sensei will be Kurenai Yuhi.. Team-9 of Sasuke Uchiha.. Sakura Haruno and Kiba Inuzuka with your Sensei being Kakashi Hatake" iruka says and clears his throat a little.

"Team-10.. Will be Ino Yamanaka.. Choji Akimichi and Tsubaki Kurogane.. Your Sensei will be Asuma Sarutobi.. Team-11 of Naruto Nox Fleuret.. Konan Atsuko and Kaguya Otsuki will have Yugao Uzuki" iruka continues and finishes the teams, "Your Sensei should arrive soon" he adds, before excusing himself. The various genin graduates murmur among themselves as some were not happy with their teams as the sisters' fanboys were not on a team with said sisters. Kiba is not happy either as he wasn't on a team with hinata but on one with sasuke and his girlfriend.

"Of course he put his daughters on one team" naruto thought, amusement dancing in his eyes. The door slides open and a few nondescript jonin come in to get their teams, another ten minutes pass and roki arrives to pick up the three princesses.

"Asuka-sama.. Azula-sama.. Hinata-sama... If you will follow me" roki says, his voice smooth and authoritative but shoots a pointed look towards naruto. The three princesses walk down the steps and the sisters don't even spare naruto one last glance as they leave.

"Do you know him" konan asks, her voice low and curious but naruto shakes his head.

"Never saw him" naruto says, confused by roki's pointed look.

"Team-11" yugao says, wearing the standard jonin uniform but having a short-sleeve shirt and Anbu forearm guards with elbow length black gloves. Naruto and company walk down the steps with a few waves to the others, following yugao of the classroom and out of the academy. Kaguya offers a timid smile to those who have waved at her and konan gives a curt nod.

"Usually there is a test to see graduates are ready to become Genin but given you have trained outside of Konoha.. I will not test you but I do wish to know your skill-sets" yugao says, her voice calm and professional.

"That's fine" naruto says, his blue eyes curious. Yugao leads them to training ground forty-three which is near training ground forty-four and one of her friend's playground. The training ground is lightly forested with a small lake and all three could see a tall fence in the distance.

"What do you wish to see Sensei" naruto asks, his voice filled with a mixture of respect and eagerness.

"What you feel comfortable with" yugao says but her brown eyes widen as naruto brings out vortex pain through his armiger. Yugao's eyes widen in surprise and her composure momentarily slipping, "That's... Impressive" she manages, her gaze fixed on the weapon.

"This will probably shock Him but that's fine" naruto says, driving the sword into the ground and glances to konan with a nod. Konan focuses as paper starts to peel from her body as yugao studies her form, "Naruto and I call it Kamiton" konan says, her voice calm despite the impressive display. She forms the paper into various shapes with a flick of her wrist like shuriken, butterflies and even small birds that flutter around her.

"I see" yugao says, glancing to kaguya.

"I am a Long-Range fighter but I can defend myself pretty well in close-combat" kaguya says, her voice soft but clear.

"What about your eyes" yugao says, remembering what the hokage and hiashi hyuga spoke about.

"I am not sure.. Mother told me that my father was a Hyuga.. He assaulted her but I don't know his name or what he looks like" kaguya explains, her voice barely above a whisper and her flatten against her head to reveal her distress.

"I see.. I will speak with the Hokage about things... We'll meet tomorrow at the Mission Hall at 8am" yugao says with her tone gentle and the three nod, as she vanishes with a swirl of leaves.

"I wonder how long before the Hyuga will attempt something" naruto muses, dispelling vortex pain.

"But I'm not a threat to them" kaguya says, her eyes reflecting her worry. Naruto senses her distress and gently takes her hand in his, his touch is warm and reassuring, causing kaguya to look up at him with surprise. With a gentle smile, lifts her hand to his lips and places a soft but comforting kiss on her fingers.

"True but to them.. You may be a Hyuga outside of their control" naruto says, his voice carrying a mix of understanding and caution. A faint blush colors kaguya's cheeks and she feels a wave of calm wash over her. The simple gesture seems to anchor her, chasing away some of her fears. She manages a small and grateful smile, her unique eyes softening as they meet naruto's steady gaze.

"Thank you Naruto" kaguya whispers, her voice stronger now. Konan watches the interaction with a mixture of amusement and approval but is unable to resist the opportunity for a bit of playful teasing. Konan clears her throat dramatically, "I'm Right here you know" she said in a sing-song voice, her amber eyes twinkling with mischief. Kaguya's cheeks are already pink from naruto's gesture, turn an even deeper shade of red but lets out a soft giggle.

"Oh.. Maybe you want Naruto to kiss your fingers too Konan" kaguya said, her voice gaining a hint of playfulness.

"I prefer my lips," konan said, her voice low and smooth. She puckers her lips slightly as the gesture is both playful and provocative. Then is almost in unison do they burst into laughter. The sound of their mirth echoes through the quiet training ground, another moment of lightness in the face of the challenges they know lay ahead. Naruto looked between his two as their laughter subside with a warm smile on his face, "Well.. I wouldn't want either of you to feel left out" he said, his tone a perfect blend of humor and affection.

"I think I'll pass for now" konan says, a hint of a smirk on her lips. The trio begin making their way back to koharu's place, their footsteps echoing softly on the worn path.

"I'm sure your father may have told them about Lord Ieyasu's Letter" konan says, her tone thoughtful.

"Probably but Hyuga could still try something" naruto says, his expression turning serious. Meanwhile yugao is standing in front of minato, her posture rigid as she delivers her report and explaining what she has just seen.

"He manifested a sword from thin air" minato says and leans forward at his desk, "Explain further Yugao" he adds, his voice calm but authoritative and his blue eyes intense

"Yes Hokage-sama.. It appeared as crystalline dust.. Konan has a strange Kekkei Genkai to turn parts of her body into paper and Kaguya.. Well I don't believe her eyes are capable of the Byakugan" yugao explains, her expression serious. Minato's brow furrows as he stands, walking to the window that overlooks the village.

"Hiashi will want the girl tested but if she is capable of it.. She will need to be branded... However Hiashi will have to accept that she can't by order of the Royal Family" minato thought and clears his throat, "Luna once told me that those who have the blood of Kings are capable of an ability called Armiger... As for Konan.. I wonder if she can be convinced to settle in Konoha and pass her Kekkei Genkai on" he says and looks yugao in her eyes. Yugao meets minato's gaze and sensing the weight of his words, "Do you want me to approach her about this Hokage-sama" she asks, her voice steady.

"Not Yet... Now you won't have to treat them to D-rank missions.. If he's trained enough outside of Konoha.. He can handle C-rank missions and above.. Also your team can work with the other teams but Team-7" minato says with his blue eyes meeting yugao's. Her eyebrows raise slightly at this last instruction but she didn't question it, "Understood Hokage-sama" she replies, her voice calm and professional. With a respectful bow, vanishes in a swirl of leaves and leaving behind a faint rustling sound.

"So the Kid's back" jiraiya says, stepping through the window and his deep voice breaking the silence that has fallen after yugao's departure.

"How much did you hear" minato says, his tone carefully neutral.

"Pretty much all of it.. He thinks he's untouchable too huh" jiraiya says, moving further into the room.

"He is.. Naruto is the Prince's Harbinger and any slight against him is a slight against Prince Ieyasu" minato says, his jaw tightened almost imperceptibly.

"That's why you don't want him working with the Twins' team" jiraiya says, realization dawning on his face and minato nods.

"I don't want their careers ruined because of Naruto" minato says, turning to look out the window at the village. A heavy silence falls between the two men with each lost in their own thoughts. Jiraiya shifts his weight and breaks the stillness, "What are you going to do Minato.. The kid may be close to Prince Ieyasu but your wife is close to the current Daimyo" he asks, his voice low and serious. Minato leans back in chair with his eyes on jiraiya and his expression thoughtful, "I'm aware of the situation" he replies, his voice calm but tinged with a hint of weariness.

"You do realize that Cersei is the Daimyo's grandniece right And your daughters... They're of royal blood.. That's not something to be taken lightly" jiraiya says, his eyes narrowing slightly. Minato sighs while running a hand through his golden hair, "I know that Sensei.. Believe me I'm well aware of the implications... But the fact remains that the Daimyo has chosen Prince Ieyasu to succeed him" he says with a slight pause, his gaze drifting back to the window.

"And that doesn't concern you?!.. The current balance of power could shift dramatically" jiraiya presses, his tone incredulous.

"Of course it concerns me.. But we can't change the Daimyo's decision.. We have to work with what we have" minato says with a shake of his head and a small but rueful smile playing on his lips.

"And what exactly do we have Minato?!.. A potentially hostile heir to the throne and your estranged son as his right-hand man.. It's a powder keg waiting to explode" jiraiya says with a frown, while crossing his arms.

"I know.. But for now we wait and watch.. We can't make any moves that might be seen as a challenge to Ieyasu's authority" minato said softly, his voice barely above a whisper. The two men fall silent for a moment with the weight of the situation hanging heavy in the air, "And what about Naruto? How does he fit into all of this?" jiraiya says, his voice gruff but concerned.

"Naruto is... A wild card.. We need to be cautious in how we handle him.. One wrong move could have far-reaching consequences" minato says, his blue eyes hardening slightly.

"I hope you know what you're doing Minato.. The future of Konoha might very well depend on it" jiraiya says while nodding slowly, his expression grave. As the last lights of day begin to fade from the sky, the two men continue their discussion, their voices low and urgent, planning for an uncertain future that seems to loom ever closer.

シーンブレイク

Naruto stares at the sunset in the same park where ravus found him with a small book is gently in his hand called Loveless. The sky is ablaze with vibrant oranges and pinks, painting the world in warm hues as day slowly gives way to night. He left konan and kaguya at koharu's place to relax while he indulges in a bit more wandering, seeking solitude amidst the fading light.

"Infinite in mystery is the Gift of the Goddess... We seek it thus and take to the Skies.. Ripples form on the Water's surface.. The wandering Soul.. Knows no Rest" naruto muses but as a last syllable leaves his lips, hears footsteps and sees mizuki approaching.

"Mizuki-sensei.. I hope you aren't too upset about what I did" naruto says, closing his book with a small snap. Mizuki gives a naruto a smile that doesn't reach his eyes as he approaches, "Oh no.. You're quite skilled" mizuki says, his voice smooth.

"Thank you for your kind words but why are Really here" naruto says and mizuki narrows his eyes while them tension, as the blond places his book on the bench and rises to his feet.

"Is it to apologize for giving me weighted weapons.. Or for using Chunin speed against a student or Even your sinful gazes on Kaguya" naruto says, his voice calm but laced with a hint of sarcasm. Mizuki drops all pretenses with an angry look on his face, "You go beyond your station Bastard" he says, venom dripping from every word and naruto chuckles.

"Ah yes.. The Old adage and another of my Sisters Foolish Sycophants" naruto says, a thin smile on his face and his gaze never leaving mizuki's face.

"Don't speak ill of Lady Azula or Lady Asuka!" mizuki snarls, his hands clenching into fists at his sides. Naruto slips his hands in his pockets with a tilt of his head, "Why not.. I bet they've spoken ill of me.. Oh but I'm a Bastard.. So it's allowed" he says, his voice deceptively light. The fading sunlight casts long shadows across his face and giving him an almost otherworldly appearance.

"I'll put you in your place and bring you to my Master" mizuki says, fishing out a small bottle from his pocket. Naruto's eyebrows rose slightly at the sight of the bottle in mizuki's hand, "Your Master.. Surely you mean the Hokage" naruto says, a note of curiosity in his voice. Mizuki pops the cork from the bottle with a smirk, "The Hokage doesn't compare to my Master" he sneers, drinking down the concoction in the bottle. The tension in the air is palpable as they face each other, the once peaceful park now a stage for their confrontation. The last rays of sunlight disappear behind the horizon and plunging them into the growing twilight.

[Music: Orochimaru Fight Theme - Naruto Ost]

Mizuki drops the bottle and crushes it under his sandal as naruto narrows his eyes, "Something's off" veldora says, echoes in the blond's mind. Mizuki grits his teeth as muscles begin to flex and bulge, straining against the fabric of his shirt and vest. The sound of tearing cloth fills the air as his clothes ripped open, revealing unnaturally enlarged muscles.

"Yes.. Yes I can feel the power flowing through me" mizuki says, his voice deeper and more guttural before rushing naruto with a flurry of punches. Naruto's movements were fluid and graceful as he dodges each strike, leading mizuki further into the park. Trees and bushes blur pass them as they move, the sounds of their scuffle echoing in the empty space.

"What's wrong Bastard.. Too afraid to move now" mizuki taunts with his breath coming out in heavy pants, seeing naruto's hands still casually in his pockets but the blond slowly removes his left. Mizuki suddenly sees stars and falls to his knees as naruto slips his hand back in his pocket, "There I moved" naruto says, his voice cool and composed. Mizuki spits some saliva and blood with fury in his eyes as more of the concoction courses through his body while naruto pulls his hands out his pockets.

"I will Kill you Bastard and Lay your corpse at Lady Azula or Lady Asuka's feet.. Your head will go to my Master" mizuki shouts with his voice raw from hate, before springing to his feet but naruto halts him with a knee feint. Naruto turns this into a leaping guyver kick but kicks mizuki with his right leg instead of his left, staggering the instructor back as naruto lands on his back and kips up to connect with a rising knee just as quickly.

"Curse you Bastard" mizuki shouts, clutching his now broken nose. Blood seeps between his fingers, dripping onto the ground below. His eyes are wild with pain and fury but locked onto naruto. Mizuki calls on more of his chakra as tiger like markings form on his arms, chest and face.

"I'm amazed Konoha's Anbu haven't stormed him" veldora says but naruto mentally scoffs.

"They're watching.. Minato wants to see some of my skills before our first mission" naruto thought, his gaze flicking briefly to the shadows surrounding the park. Mizuki vanishes and attempts a knife-edge chop but naruto ducks under as mizuki then tries to bring it down, forcing naruto to his right and back to a vertical base. Mizuki starts to growl, the sound more reminiscent of a tiger than a human. His skin ripples while sprouting orange and white fur. His nails elongate into sharp claws and his face contorts, taking on distinctly feline features.

"Time for you die Bastard" mizuki shouts, his voice now a guttural roar. He blitzes with a leap and downward punch but naruto dodges as mizuki spiderwebs the ground, "Do you see now Bastard.. This is the true power of my Master" mizuki shouts, his tiger-like eyes gleaming with malice. Naruto holds out his hands with a sigh, "You may be stronger" he starts, dodging mizuki's next attack and then the second, third, fourth and fifth in quick succession.

"But it is useless without speed" naruto says and uses armiger to bring a pair of Vailant pistols, "Now.. I'll further hamper you" he says, his voice cool and collected. Mizuki is undeterred by the appearance of the weapons, rushes towards naruto with a feral roar but his charge is cut short as two shots ring out in quick succession. The tiger-man screams in pain as two holes opens in his thighs, the bullets passing clean through. Naruto fired four more shots before mizuki could react. Two bullets tear into mizuki's shoulders and two more into his arms. The transformed instructor crashes to the ground while howling in agony.

"One for each Bastard" naruto says, his eyes cold as he looked down at his fallen opponent. Mizuki writhes on the ground as his tiger-like features contorted in pain. Blood seeps from his wounds, staining his fur and the grass beneath him. The blond then points one of the valiants at mizuki's skull as fear fills mizuki's eyes, "Seven for Good Measure" naruto says but Anbu surround him, their masked faces impassive as they formed a tight circle around him.

"You done enough Naruto Nox Fleuret" neko says, her tone firm but not unkind. Naruto sighs and dispels the pistols and runs his fingers through his hair, "Well he's all yours" he says, turning on his heels and placing his hands behind his head. Neko watches naruto leave but turns her attention and her eyes widen behind her mask as mizuki starts to shrink at an alarming rate. The tiger-like features were receding, his fur disappearing as quickly as it had appeared. The once-imposing figure is now a shell of his former self, lying in a pool of his own blood.

"We need to move now!.. Get him to the hospital immediately!" neko barks out orders to her team. The Anbu operatives spring into action, carefully lifting mizuki's battered form as they rush towards the hospital. Neko couldn't help but marvel at the damage naruto inflicted as it was precise, calculated and devastatingly effective. At the hospital, med-ninja work frantically to save mizuki's life. It is a close call with his vitals dropping dangerously low several times during the night. By morning do they manage to stabilize him but the prognosis is grim.

"His chakra network has been severely damaged.. The foreign substance in his system.. Combined with the trauma from his injuries... I'm afraid his days as a ninja are over" one of the senior med-ninja reported to neko.

"What about his mental state" neko asks with a solemn nod, her mind already racing with the implications of this event.

"He's... coherent.. But he's been mumbling about a 'Master' and some kind of organization.. I think there might be more to this than just a grudge against the Nox Fleuret boy" the med-ninja responds while hesitating for a moment. Neko's posture stiffens at this information, "I see.. Keep him under close observation.. I need to report this to the Hokage immediately" she said, her voice low. Neko couldn't shake the feeling that this was just the beginning of something much larger as she leaves the hospital. Naruto has not only defended himself but inadvertently uncovered a potential threat to konoha. [song ends]

シーンブレイク

The next day team-11 were taking their first mission as konoha genin and that mission happens to be within the village or training ground-44, also called the Forest of Death. Their mission is the extermination of a nest of spiders for the upcoming Chunin Exams in six months' time. Minato explained the spiders were up the size of full-grown tigers and poisonous, also someone would meet them at the gates to lead them the nest.

"The person we're meeting is a good friend of mine but a little eccentric" yugao says with a slight smile, as they rush across the roofs towards the forest of death.

"We're an eccentric bunch too.. You should ask Naruto about the Land of Honey" kaguya says and the blond shoots her a look, something yugao catches with an arched eyebrow.

"You will have to tell me about it" yugao says, as they reach the main gate of the forest having numerous warning signs on the fence. Naruto and company see a woman waiting for them with a stick of dango in her mouth but numerous other sticks in the ground.

"So this your team Yugao and one happens to be the Hokage's missing son" the woman drawls, her voice playful yet sharp. She has light brown, pupil-less eyes with violet hair styled in a short, spiky, fanned-out ponytail.

"Meet Anko Mitarashi.. Tokubetsu Jonin" yugao says and anko waves with a cheeky smile. She wears a fitted mesh bodysuit that covers her from her neck to her thighs, a tan trench coat with a purple in-seam and a pocket on each side, a dark orange mini-skirt, a dark blue belt, and pale grey shin guards.

"I'm Naruto Nox Fleuret and they are Konan Atsuko and Kaguya Otsuki" naruto says and anko arches a eyebrow but spits out her dango stick.

"Ok.. Now follow me and I'll show you where the nest is" anko says and they follow her over the fence, into the forest and naruto notices the trees are thick enough to make the forest seem darker, swallowing the light above.

"Alright Kiddies.. It's time for a lesson about the Forest of Death.. It has Forty-four locked gates.. A river running through the length and a center tower.. Which is ten kilometers away" anko says, her voice carrying a hint of excitement.

"Also dangerous animals" yugao adds with a nod.

"How dangerous" kaguya says, her pale eyes widening slightly and anko looks back with a wide grin.

"The man-eating kind" anko says and naruto touches his chest softly, as yugao clears her throat.

"The three of you will handle the spiders and I'll will observe" yugao says, her tone leaving no room for argument and the three slowly nod, as the group travels for about twenty-five minutes.

"The nest is up ahead.. Have fun Kiddies" anko says, her tone far too cheerful for the situation at hand as she and yugao stop on a large branch. Naruto brings out vortex abandon as the bow materializes in his hands with a faint blue glow. Kaguya brings out her staff, its ornate design catching what little light that filters through the canopy. Konan creates a spear of paper from her arm, the sheets folding and hardening into a formidable weapon.

"Now's he brought a bow" yugao says, more to herself than anyone else. Her gaze lingers on the unusual weapon, curiosity evident in her expression.

"He didn't make any hand-signs either" anko says and her eyes widen as naruto fires arrows of wind, "He's a Wind user" she adds, her voice low and intrigued but clearly impressed.

"Add Lightning and Water as well to create the Storm Release" yugao says with her tone matter-of-fact, as kaguya fires a few fireballs from her staff. The forest echoes with the sounds of battle as the genin engage the massive arachnids.

"I'd forgotten he's the Kyubi Jinchuriki" anko says, seeing naruto send his bow away and bringing out another sword, creating arcs of wind. Konan impresses the former student of orochimaru as she creates bombs from the paper, "They're pretty good for Genin" anko says, clearly impressed by the team's performance.

"They're really Genin in name only" yugao says, as kaguya crashes into a spider and shows off the strength of her legs with a small crater under them. Naruto brings out more swords, spears, poleaxes and even a shield as he and his girls tear through the spiders. He then weaves signs and creates a massive tiger made of crackling lightning, its electric roar echoing through the forest. The construct races down into the spider nest, electricity arcing between the remaining spiders and frying them where they stand.

"Not Bad Kiddies" anko says, her tone impressed despite her casual words as she and yugao drop down. Yugao surveys the scene while nodding in approval, "A job well done on your first mission" she said, her eyes taking in the destruction around them. The forest floor is littered with the remains of the giant spiders, a testament to the team's strength and teamwork

"What do we do now Sensei" kaguya says, her voice tinged with curiosity.

"We'll inform the Hokage of the mission success and take another" yugao says, her tone businesslike.

"What about the corpses" konan asks, her origami spear dissolving back into sheets of paper and her eyes on the spider carcasses

"The other animals will deal..." anko says but suddenly clutches her collarbone in pain, "Damn it.. Right now..." she hisses, through gritted teeth.

"What's wrong" kaguya says with eyes wide in concern, as yugao checks on anko.

"My bastard of Sensei left me a Nasty Hickey" anko says with a grimace of pain, moving her coat and pulling on her mesh suit to show a mark on her collarbone in the shape of three commas.

"This is the work of Orochimaru.. He gave her this Curse-mark and left her to die" yugao says, her voice laced with disgust.

"Has no one tried to remove it" konan says, her analytical mind already working on possible solutions.

"His old man and his Perverted Sensei have tried but they both say they can't" anko says, slipping her coat back on right.

"Maybe we can help" naruto says, causing both women to look at the blond in confusion.

"You both know my mother was the Oracle Healer.. I learned a little of her Magic... Kaguya if you please" naruto says, his voice steady and confident. Kaguya slams her staff and some vines emerge from the ground to hold anko in place, "We don't want you to fall" she says and overlaps her hand with naruto's left hand.

"Ready" naruto says and kaguya nods, "Large Curse Cure" both intone in unison as their hands glow a green and purple. Anko's body seizes and she stifles a scream as her body glows the same as their hands but soon relaxes as dark purple smoke rises from where her curse-mark was. At the same time in the land of sound orochimaru screams in pain as a piece of his soul is destroyed. Kaguya releases anko from the vines and the snake mistress staggers a little but catches herself but quickly checks her collarbone to find some burned skin.

"I'm free" anko whispers, turning to naruto and kaguya. She suddenly grabs naruto by the head and smashes her lips onto his to the shock of konan, kaguya and yugao. Naruto's cheeks were red and he accidentally parts his lips to allow her tongue into his mouth, "Way to go" veldora shouts with amusement, as anko pulls back.

"That was Grown-up kiss Kiddo.. We May do the rest another time" anko says with a sultry tone and licks her lips with a look to kaguya, "Same for you Bunny Girl" anko adds with a wink, vanishing with a leaf shunshin. Naruto stands motionless with a red face as kaguya and konan stare at him, shadows cover their faces with two orbs for eyes but yugao clears her throat to garner their attention.

"Anko didn't mean that but Thank you for helping her" yugao says, her voice a mix of exasperation and amusement as it snaps naruto out of his stupor.

"R-right" naruto says, still visibly flustered.

"Why would Orochimaru brand her with such a curse" kaguya asks, patting naruto on the shoulder to mean they would talk about this later. The four take to the trees as yugao explains, "Orochimaru is an Evil man and conducted evil experiments.. Some on people and the Curse-mark is a result of that" she explains, her expression darkening.

"If he has done such.. How did he escape from here" konan asks, her voice tinged with disbelief and yugao frowns.

"The Sandaime hesitated with Orochimaru as he was one of his students and that hesitation allowed him to escape" yugao says, as they fall into silence and like before it takes nearly a half hour to reach the gates. The only sounds were the rustling of leaves and the occasional call of a distant bird.

"Naruto.. I would like to test your skills in Kenjutsu.. Your showing in the forest has caught my interest" yugao says, her eyes fixed on her blond student.

"Thank you sensei.. Uncle Ravus and Lady Asakura taught me" naruto says with a touch of pride, as they reach the village proper and take to the roofs.

"I see... Also I'll have to inform the Hokage about Anko" yugao adds with a thoughtful expression and naruto slowly nods.

"That's fine.. He probably knows I may have learned Magic in Niflheim.. So it would be no big secret" naruto replies and yugao nods, as they soon reach the hokage tower and make their way inside towards the mission hall.

"Since things have happened concerning Anko.. We'll meet tomorrow at nine at Training-ground 43 but you can take a D-rank mission if you wish" yugao says and the three nod, as she dismisses them. Naruto decides to see what the d-ranks have to offer but could feel a pair of eyes on him, "She kissed me you know" he says, his voice barely above a whisper.

"We know but Kushina will not be happy" konan says and naruto pales a little, as they enter the mission hall. The sandaime is sitting at the desk with iruka and he sees the three entering, "Hello Team-11.. Where's your Sensei" hiruzen says, his voice warm but carrying the weight of his years.

"She needed to talk the Hokage but she said we could take a D-rank if we wished" naruto says, his voice respectful but not subservient.

"I see.. Well you can look at the board to my right" hiruzen says his eyes lingering on naruto for a moment longer before shifting to include konan and kaguya. Naruto and company move towards the board to look over the d-ranks but they were mundane at best. The missions were things civilians could do for themselves like babysitting, painting fences, walking their dogs, buying their groceries or even planting fields.

"How about this one" kaguya says, pointing to one the board and it was to clean up a house to be sold.

"I wonder if the house is already sold" konan says, tapping her chin thoughtfully. Naruto pulls the paper off the board and makes his way back to the table, "We'll take this one" he says, allowing iruka to log it in. Team-11 make their way out of the mission hall and towards the southeast of the village away from the village proper.

"If the house still on the market.. Will we get it" kaguya asks, her voice tinged with hope.

"Maybe.. I doubt Granny Koharu wants us to stay too long" naruto muses, his tone thoughtful. The neighborhood is rows of houses or close to compounds for clans, "Is it really plausible to buy a house.. Especially if we don't remain here" kaguya says, her voice low.

"We'll see if the owner is willing to lease" naruto says, finding the house in question and has a similar fence to koharu's house. The house is a two-story structure, its facade a pleasant mix of traditional and modern styles. A smaller porch adorns the front and to its left are large bay windows reflecting the sun. The front lawn, though compact, boasts a sturdy tree that provides shade and character to the property. As they approach, notice the gate is open and a 'For Sale' sign is prominently displayed.

"Are you the Genin Team I asked for" the man asks and the three nod, "I'm Sero... Follow me and I'll show you where you can start" he adds, his voice carrying a hint of expectation and introduction

"Why are you selling the home" kaguya asks, as they follow sero through the front door. The entryway opens into a small area for shoes with a hallway stretching to the back of the house, a staircase to their right led to the second floor.

"I'm moving across the village to a larger home" sero says, his hand trailing along the polished wooden banister.

"Are you willing to lease the home for the right price" naruto asks, his tone casual but tinged with genuine interest as sero leads them upstairs.

"I would be.. Though I doubt Genin would have the money to do so" sero says, a hint of skepticism in his voice. The upstairs has three bedrooms, one of which is the master-bedroom having a full bathroom. Another bathroom is the second floor as well with a study looking at the backyard, having a large tree and a back deck also having a grill.

"What would you willing to lease for" naruto asks, as sero shows them the boxes that need to be brought downstairs and into the yard for movers to get.

"Two Thousand a month which includes Water and Electric.. Upkeep would be on the leaser" sero says, as naruto nods. The three look between each other and start to move things downstairs, "That doesn't sound too bad" konan says, carrying two boxes with kaguya behind her.

"Three bedrooms.. We'd have our own room" kaguya says, her pale eyes brightening at the thought.

"If the others comes.. We can share a room or we can get a pull-out couch" konan says, placing her boxes down and kaguya does the same. A few naruto clones come out with large boxes and the sofa, "The Boss is talking to the owner about possibly renting" one says, placing a large box down.

"He's also trying to talk him down a little as well" another adds, grunting as they carefully place the couch down on the grass. The clones work efficiently, their movements synchronize as they continue to bring out more furniture and boxes. Kaguya and konan head back into the house to the upstairs to grab more boxes but once they come down a woman is coming. She has long black hair and blue eyes with a visible baby bump under her dress, "Are you the team Sero hired" she asks and both nod, "Thank you for helping us.. My name is Yorika" she adds, as konan and kaguya introduce themselves.

"Your husband said you were moving" kaguya says, pale eyes curious.

"Yes.. We'll be closer the hospital" yorika says while resting her hand on her belly, following them upstairs.

"Our third teammate is speaking to Sero about possibly renting the home" konan says and yorika stares in shock.

"You're all so young" yorika says, her tone a mixture of concern and amazement.

"We're experienced.. We've rented a few places in our travels" kaguya says, in reassuring tone.

"Oh my goodness" yorika whispers, clearly taken aback by their independence. The kunoichi pair of team-11 and naruto clones follow yorika's instructions on what to bring out, soon the real naruto joins them and gives some good news about sero agreeing to rent to them. Sero would have a contract written up for them by the end of the week and they would pay eighteen-hundred a month but would have to put down four thousand as a down-payment to have a year lease. Thanks to naruto's clone the team finished in about two hours to sero and yorika's praise, thanking the three profusely for aiding them.

"So we got our own place" konan said softly, her gaze sweeping over the property that would soon be theirs.

"It's pretty much a done deal" naruto says, his blue eyes twinkling with excitement and sends a clone to hand in the mission report. The three would head back to koharu's place to give her the news and by the end of the week, they would have their own place to live.

つづく

Character Legend:

Roki Tameruto(Loqi Tummelt) - Final Fantasy 15

AN-2: I'm going to end it here with naruto and company gaining their own residence in konoha but doing their first mission as konoha genin. As you can see minato is trying make naruto jump through hoops to get his inheritance but naruto counters with ieyasu's letter but this won't stop minato or cersei. We also got to see the last member of the harem in satsuki as she and her brother have a connection to naruto. I'll try to show more of that in coming chapters.

You also got to see naruto and kaguya destroy orochimaru's curse-mark but do some damage to him. Also anko kissing him in front of his girlfriends but also her saying she would do the same to kaguya. The next chapter will timeskip about three months and team-11 heading out to a certain mine in river country. Will naruto gain another of the seven swords of kirigakure. Stay tuned and find out. Lastly thank you to everyone for their support and as always. Stay Frosty!. Bye!.