Namikaze Estate, Two Days Later

The sun streamed through the window, casting a warm glow across Naruto's room. He stirred awake, stretching his arms above his head and letting out a yawn. Today was a new day, and he could feel the excitement bubbling within him. He quickly threw on a t-shirt and some shorts before heading down the stairs to the living room.

As he reached the bottom, he noticed that Sasuke was nowhere to be seen. He must have gone to get his picture taken for his shinobi ID, Naruto thought, recalling that all academy graduates were required to do so. Since he was the dead last, his picture was scheduled to be taken a little before lunchtime. Sasuke's appointment, however, was in the morning, so he must have left before Naruto woke up.

Naruto made his way to the kitchen, pouring himself a bowl of cereal and adding cold milk. He then whipped up two egg omelets and toasted some bread, savoring the delicious aroma wafting through the air. He settled down on the sofa, breakfast in hand, and began to reflect on the events of the past two days.

After the Mizuki incident, he had gathered his friends to share what had happened. Sasuke had been furious, wishing he had known earlier so he could have tested one of his new jutsu on Mizuki and set him on fire. Ino had been more vocal, declaring that Mizuki got what he deserved. Hinata had expressed her relief that Naruto was okay, her gentle nature shining through. Shikamaru, as always, had simply remarked that Naruto was "one troublesome blond."

Naruto chuckled to himself, grateful for the support of his friends. They had all rallied around him, and it felt good to know he wasn't alone.

After finishing his breakfast, Naruto decided to go for a run around the village. He was particularly excited today because it was the day of the week when he would release his gravity and resistance seals to get used to his speed. He had been training hard, and he wanted to see how far he had come.

He started with a lap on level 10, feeling the weight of the seals pressing down on him. As he ran, he focused on his breathing and form, pushing himself to maintain a steady pace. After completing the lap, he released the seals to level 8 and took off again, feeling lighter and faster.

With each lap, he continued to lower the resistance, moving to level 6 and then level 4. The wind whipped through his hair, and he felt exhilarated as he picked up speed. He was in his element, enjoying the freedom of running through the village.

Suddenly, he noticed a green blur coming up from behind him, shouting something about "Youth."

"What the—?" Naruto thought, glancing back to see a boy a bit older than him, clad in a green spandex suit with orange leg warmers and the thickest eyebrows Naruto had ever seen. The boy caught up to him, a wide grin on his face.

"Good morning, my youthful comrade!" the boy exclaimed, his voice full of energy. "It is nice to see someone so young running so fast! Unfortunately, I cannot let your youth outshine mine! I am Rock Lee, the Blue Beast of Konoha!" With that, he surged ahead, his enthusiasm infectious.

Naruto was taken aback by the boy's exuberance. "Lee, huh?" he thought, shaking his head in amusement. "What a weird guy."

Feeling competitive, Naruto released his seals to level 2 and pushed himself to catch up. "Hey, wait up!" he called out, determination fueling his legs.

As he closed the distance, he introduced himself. "I'm Naruto Uzumaki! I hope we can be friends!"

Suddenly, Naruto released his seals completely, and with a burst of speed, he zoomed past Rock Lee. The boy stopped in his tracks, watching in awe as Naruto disappeared into the distance.

"Whoa! I need to tell Guy-sensei that a youthful genin younger than me completely destroyed my top speed!" Lee shouted, his voice filled with excitement as he turned and ran the other way, shouting something about "Youth!"

Back at Home

Naruto reached his home, still buzzing from the encounter with Lee. "What a weird kid," he thought, chuckling to himself. "But he's got a lot of spirit. I guess most great shinobi have some weird quality about them."

He plopped down on the couch, still feeling the adrenaline coursing through him. The morning had been invigorating, and he was eager to see what the rest of the day would bring.

As lunchtime approached, Naruto felt a surge of excitement. He headed to his room to change into his shinobi outfit, eager to show off his new look. His outfit hadn't changed much; he still wore the same black high-collared half-sleeved t-shirt with the Uzumaki spiral on the back. However, he had swapped out his black cargo pants for navy blue ones.

The modifications he made were practical and meaningful:

1. Temperature Regulation Seals: He had sewn seals into his clothes to help regulate temperature, ensuring he would be comfortable in both colder and warmer environments.

2. Crimson Tide Sheath: He added a sheath on his back for his sword, Crimson Tide, a weapon he had grown fond of during his training.

3. Shisui's Chest Vest: He wore Shisui's brown chest vest, which he had dyed navy blue to match his pants. This was a tribute to his brother, but he was determined to forge his own path. He would be Naruto Uzumaki, not just Shisui Uchiha's student.

After getting dressed, he packed his shuriken and kunai, along with some storage scrolls containing important items: sealing equipment, camping gear, food and water for emergencies, and extra clothes. Satisfied with his preparations, he left for the Hokage's office.

The Hokage Office

Upon arriving at the Hokage's office, Naruto approached the receptionist, who gave him a glare that made him feel uneasy. "You're late. Go to the roof," she instructed curtly.

"Geez, no need to be so grumpy," Naruto muttered under his breath as he made his way to the roof.

Once he reached the rooftop, he was greeted by an old man with a camera and some lights. "Ah, you must be Naruto Uzumaki! I'm here to take your shinobi ID photo. Please, have a seat," the man said, gesturing to a chair.

Naruto sat down, a smile plastered on his face. The man pointed the camera at him and asked him to pose. Naruto grinned widely, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. After the photo was taken, he thanked the man and headed back down to the office.

When he entered Hiruzen's office, he handed over the photo. "Here you go, Jiji!" he said cheerfully.

Hiruzen looked at the photo and then at Naruto, a smile spreading across his face. "I like your new look, Naruto. The vest suits you well."

Naruto beamed at the compliment. "Thanks, Jiji! I want to make my own name, though. I'm not just Shisui's student; I'm Naruto Uzumaki!"

Hiruzen nodded, his expression turning serious. "I've also put down your Sexy Jutsu as a forbidden technique. It's a devious technique, and I can't have it associated with the village."

Naruto's eyes widened in disbelief. "What? No way! That's not fair!" He transformed into the sexy blonde version of himself, pleading with Hiruzen. "Please, Hokage-sama! Don't do that!" she said in a sultry voice.

Hiruzen's eyes widened, and he promptly passed out from blood loss, collapsing onto his desk. Naruto shook his head, a grin on his face. "Jiji, you're such a pervert!" he laughed.

After a few moments, Hiruzen regained consciousness, his dignity slightly shaken. "Naruto, never do that again!" he said, trying to sound stern but failing to hide the hint of embarrassment in his voice.

As Naruto and Hiruzen shared a moment of levity, Naruto sensed someone waiting outside the office. The chakra signature was barely at the academy level, so he didn't worry much, assuming it was just some kid.

Suddenly, the door burst open, and a boy with a pineapple hairstyle, wearing a metal helmet and a yellow t-shirt, rushed in. A blue scarf longer than his height trailed behind him as he yelled, "Old Man! Today's the day I will defeat you and become the Fifth Hokage!"

Naruto watched with amusement, noticing that Hiruzen didn't seem alarmed in the slightest. This kid is going to trip on that long scarf, he thought, smirking.

Right on cue, the boy stumbled over his scarf and fell flat on his face, clutching it in pain.

Hiruzen shook his head, sighing. "Konohamaru, you really need to be more careful."

Just then, a man in a navy-blue uniform, wearing a headband like a bandana and sunglasses, entered the room. "Honorable Grandson! What are you doing? You can't just barge in here like that!" he scolded, his voice stern. "You need to train properly under me! Only with my training can you find the shortcut to becoming Hokage!"

Naruto recognized the man as Ebisu, one of the jonin who had never been particularly fond of him due to the Kyuubi. He watched with mild interest as Ebisu continued to lecture Konohamaru.

Konohamaru, still on the floor, looked up at Naruto with a defiant expression. "I know you set a trap for me! That's how I fell!" he accused, his voice filled with indignation.

Naruto rolled his eyes, lifting the boy by the front of his shirt. "You tripped over your own scarf, kid. Don't blame me for that," he said, trying to keep his tone light despite his annoyance.

Ebisu stepped forward, puffing out his chest. "You should be careful, Naruto. The Honorable Grandson of the Third Hokage is destined for greatness! You should be honored to be in his presence!"

Konohamaru smirked, looking at Naruto with a challenging gaze. "You're scared to hit me because of who my grandfather is, aren't you?"

A vein popped on Naruto's forehead, and he couldn't help but punch the boy lightly on the head. "I don't care if the Third Hokage is your grandmother! You need to learn some respect!" he exclaimed, trying to keep his punch from being too hard.

Naruto turned to Hiruzen. "I'm heading out now, Jiji. I'll see you later!" he said, waving goodbye.

As Naruto left the Hokage's office, he could hear Ebisu's voice rising in the background, lecturing Konohamaru. "You must not go near scum like him!" Ebisu exclaimed, his tone condescending. "Stay close to me, and I'll ensure you receive the best training possible!"

Ebisu puffed out his chest, clearly proud of himself. "You see, Honorable Grandson, I have trained many Hokage-eligible candidates. I am the best teacher in Konoha! Only through my teachings can you take the shortcut to becoming Hokage!"

He looked down at where Konohamaru had been standing, only to find the spot empty. "Huh? Where did he go?" Ebisu muttered, glancing around in confusion.

Hiruzen chuckled softly, pointing toward the door. "It seems your honorable grandson has left you behind, Ebisu."

Ebisu's eyes widened in realization. "What? Honorable Grandson!" he shouted, rushing out of the office in a panic. "Get back here!"

On the Streets of Konoha

Naruto strolled through the bustling streets of Konoha, contemplating what to do for the day. The sun was shining brightly, and the village was alive with activity. As he walked, he noticed a peculiar sight by the fence. There, trying to conceal himself with a camouflage cloth, was Konohamaru. The only problem was that he held the cloth horizontally, which meant the fence pattern was turned around, leaving the top of his head and feet completely exposed.

Naruto sighed, shaking his head. "I can see you, you know. That camouflage is really poorly executed," he called out, unable to suppress a chuckle.

Konohamaru giggled, peeking out from behind the cloth. "You saw through my disguise. That's why I respect you as my rival, Naruto!" he exclaimed, emerging from his hiding spot. "Boss! Can you train me?"

Naruto raised an eyebrow, feigning disinterest. "I'm not really interested. I've got things to do," he said, turning to walk away.

But Konohamaru quickly dropped to his knees, hands joined in a pleading gesture. "Please, Naruto! I want to learn that technique you used to make my grandfather pass out!"

Naruto laughed, the idea of teaching the boy his Sexy Jutsu sounding like a fun way to pass the time. "Alright, fine! Let's go find a place to train," he said, leading Konohamaru down the street.

As they walked, Naruto spotted a gorgeous woman in a red blouse with long black hair. He turned to Konohamaru, a mischievous grin on his face. "Okay, let's start with the Transformation Jutsu. I want you to transform into her."

Konohamaru nodded eagerly, his eyes sparkling with determination. He quickly formed the hand signs and concentrated. In a puff of smoke, he transformed into an extremely fat and ugly version of the woman.

"Uh, is that supposed to be her?" Naruto asked, trying to suppress his laughter.

Just then, the woman turned around, her expression shifting from confusion to shock. The temperature around them seemed to drop as she approached, her voice sweet but laced with danger. "Is that really supposed to be me?"

Naruto chuckled nervously, and the sounds of a beating echoed in the air as the woman unleashed her fury on Konohamaru, who was now clutching his face in pain.

Later, Naruto and Konohamaru found themselves at a training ground, both sporting bumps and bruises. Naruto had a black eye, while Konohamaru munched on a chocolate bar that the woman had bought him after beating up Naruto.

"Okay, let's try this again," Naruto said, shaking his head. "You need to focus on the details when you transform. It's not just about the shape; it's about capturing the essence of the person."

Konohamaru nodded, determination etched on his face. "I'll get it right this time, I promise!"

As the sun began to set, Konohamaru sat across from Naruto, a triumphant grin on his face. "I did it! I transformed perfectly!" he shouted, excitement bubbling over.

Naruto smiled, genuinely proud of the boy. "Congratulations, Konohamaru! You've come a long way."

"Thanks, Naruto!" Konohamaru replied, his voice filled with gratitude. "I really appreciate you teaching me. You never call me the honorable grandson of the Third Hokage."

Naruto raised an eyebrow, curious. "Why would I? You're Konohamaru, not just Hiruzen Sarutobi's grandson."

Konohamaru's expression turned serious. "My whole life, I've been stuck in his shadow. Even my sensei never calls me by my name; it's always 'honorable grandson.' It's like I'm not my own person."

Naruto nodded, understanding the weight of those words. "I get it. You don't have to worry about that with me. You're your own person, and you can carve out your own path."

Just then, Ebisu burst into the clearing, his expression stern. "Honorable grandson! You shouldn't be hanging out with such filthy people!" he exclaimed, pointing at Naruto. "You should be training under me!"

Konohamaru frowned, standing up to face Ebisu. "My name is Konohamaru! I'm not just the honorable grandson!"

In an instant, he performed the hand signs for the Sexy Jutsu, transforming into a stunning woman with long black hair and fair skin, clouds strategically covering her modesty.

"Take that, Ebisu!" he exclaimed, striking a pose.

Ebisu's face turned beet red, and he stumbled back, flustered. "W-What is this?! Such lowly techniques do not work on elites like me!" he sputtered, trying to regain his composure as Naruto burst into laughter beside him

Ebisu scoffed, crossing his arms. "You need to stay away from lowlifes like him. I've trained many Hokage candidates, and I'm the best teacher in Konoha!"

Naruto couldn't help but smirk. "Oh really? Name one Hokage candidate you've trained," he challenged, crossing his arms and leaning back slightly, a playful grin on his face.

Ebisu stuttered, his confidence faltering. "Uh, well… I—"

"See? You can't even name one!" Naruto interrupted, laughing. "You're just full of hot air, Ebisu."

Ebisu's face flushed with anger, but he quickly regained his composure. "You should be quiet, Naruto! You're just a genin! You have no idea what it takes to be Hokage!"

Naruto stepped forward, a serious expression replacing his playful demeanor. "You need to teach Konohamaru a lesson about what it really means to be strong. It's not about titles or who your grandfather is; it's about hard work and determination."

Ebisu smirked arrogantly, "And what do you think you can teach him? You're just a kid!"

"Watch me," Naruto replied, his voice steady.

Naruto took a deep breath and yelled, "Multi Shadow Clone Jutsu!" Instantly, a hundred shadow clones surrounded Ebisu, each one grinning mischievously.

Konohamaru looked at Naruto in awe. "Whoa! That's amazing!"

Ebisu, however, maintained his arrogant demeanor, getting into a fighting stance. "I'm not a lightweight like Mizuki! You think you can intimidate me with numbers?"

Naruto smirked back, his clones holding half-ram seals. "Let's show him, guys! Harem Jutsu!"

In unison, all the clones transformed into sexy versions of Naruto, their sultry voices echoing around the clearing. "Hey there, Ebisu~"

Ebisu's eyes widened in shock, and he stumbled back, his face turning beet red. "What is this?! Such low-life and filthy techniques do not work on elites like me!" he protested, trying to regain his composure.

"Really? Because it looks like it's working just fine," Naruto teased, enjoying the moment.

The clones surrounded Ebisu, bombarding him with flirtatious comments and playful gestures. The sheer overwhelming nature of the jutsu sent him flying backward, and he crashed into a nearby tree, unconscious from the nosebleed he suffered.

Konohamaru burst into laughter, clutching his stomach. "That was awesome, Naruto! You really showed him!"

Naruto chuckled, but then his expression turned serious. "Listen, Konohamaru. There's no shortcut to being Hokage. It takes hard work, dedication, and sacrifice. We're the strongest shinobi in the village because of the effort we put in. Sometimes, we have to make tough decisions, even sending our comrades into danger. It's not for the weak-willed."

Konohamaru nodded, his expression thoughtful. "I get it. Being Hokage means looking out for everyone, right?"

"Exactly," Naruto replied, his voice firm. "The Hokage looks at the village as a family and would give their life to protect it. If you want to be Hokage, you'll have to get in line because that spot is mine first."

Konohamaru brashly replied, "Don't lecture me, Naruto! I'm not your apprentice! From now on, we're rivals!"

Naruto smiled, nodding in agreement. "Rivals it is! Let's see who can become Hokage first!"

Hiruzen's office

Meanwhile, Hiruzen Sarutobi watched the entire scene unfold from his crystal ball, a proud smile on his face. The will of fire burns so strong in Naruto, he thought, admiring the bond forming between the two boys.

He chuckled softly, recalling the earlier display of the Harem Jutsu. "I'll have to note that down as another forbidden technique," he mused, shaking his head at the antics of youth.

As he continued to observe, he felt a sense of hope for the future of Konoha. With young shinobi like Naruto and Konohamaru, the village was in good hands.