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Time: 2:10 PM. Date: June 26, 1573. Location: Konaha, Hokage's office.

It had been a rather interesting week, ever since Luffy arrived in the village. To clarify this we dive into the head of the 3rd Hokage who was sitting in-front a one of the largest piles of paperwork he had seen since he had returned to office.

{I suppose I shouldn't be surprised. He is Naruto's Grandfather after all, which brings up what king of woman Luffy-Kun's Wife was. It's clear to me that Minato took slightly more after her side. I do have a feeling however that it won't always be like this.}

These thoughts in particular were caused by the massive pile of paper work in-front of him. Which in-turn was caused by Luffy. Most were construction forms, along with a few minor things that concerned him with turning Naruto over to Luffy. Everything else? Those were complaints.

Luffy, was used to living on a ship or camping out. Because of this, and the fact that he would be moving in to the village as a permanent resident, felt that the only thing to do was construct a Tree-House, in the middle of the Village. Some had thought this ludicrous, including Hiruzen. Luffy had gotten around this by BUYING Naruto's building, kicking out everyone who had lived their previously (except Naruto, obviously), and proceeded to tear down the building, by hand. He next intended to uproot a tree and planting it where the building had been located. Not wanting him to do something so, drastic, Hiruzen came up with a better solution. He turned to one of His ANBU, Tenzo, As he had the ability of Wood-Style, which he used to grow trees, and other plants,at a phenomenal rate. He also supplied the Lumber for the rest of the construction. Luffy had insisted he and Naruto could handle the building of the house portion themselves. Leaving no room for complaints, al that was left were the construction forms to make things legal.

As for the complaints, that was where the largest portion of the pile was located. Most were things like noise complaints, night and day, and all the rest were false Complaints made by people who hated Naruto, and by extension, Luffy. Being false complaints, they were mostly thrown out, some had to actually be looked at however. They all ended the same, with villagers stomping off in anger. During the rare occasions Luffy and Naruto were called it was even worse. More than a few claimed that something of the construction passed the property line, and into theirs.

Despite Luffy at first appearing to Hiruzen as being dense, he seemed to know exactly where the property line was. Thus each and every time somebody made this particular complaint he got around it expertly. The rest of the complaints were from the council, which were swiftly ignored. Some days it was good to be Hokage.

It was during such encounters that Hiruzen was able to see Luffy at his fiercest, protecting Naruto from the villagers. A truly terrifying sight, that in this case Hiruzen approved of.

In-truth Hiruzen had finished most of it along with his normal paper work, now only a few key complaints remained, along with the papers directly in font of him. It was another legal document, specifically citing that along with 4 industrial strength refrigerators, Luffy had purchased a walk in freezer to be constructed by professionals. It was the only thing Luffy said he and Naruto couldn't build themselves. For some reason requests like these needed his direct attention, though he couldn't fathom why. From what he heard only the first floor that would contain the freezer had been finished, along with floor of the, floor, above it, and an elevator used to reach the actual floors. He was both impressed and terrified.

He would have found it odd, had he not gotten a letter from the owner of Ichiraku claiming thanking him and claiming that with the money he'd made off Naruto & Luffy's combined bill over the week that he could retire, not that he would, but he could. Strangely he had gotten similar letters from various merchants claiming similar things because from purchases, or orders made by Luffy for items that couldn't be found in town. All food. He'd even heard that Luffy had even beaten the head of the Akimichi clan in an eating contest, which in its self was a amazing & terrifying fact. The one thing the 3rd couldn't figure out was where the money was coming from,especially since none of it was being bought on credit, just handfuls of gold coins covered in an odd symbol he didn't recognize. While he did have a suspicion as to the moneys source, he could not tell where it was physically, as Luffy had entered the village with only a small bag. A mystery he felt he wouldn't solve anytime soon.

Regardless he singed for the freezer.

Just as he was about to move on, his office door burst open and he heard.

" I want to adopt another Grandson! "

Having somewhat gotten used to Luffy's antics, he merely raised an eyebrow.

{Somehow I feel that came out wrong.}

" Luffy-Kun, good to see you, please have a seat and could you explain that request? "

Luffy looked confused for a moment, then hit his open palm with a sideways fist in realization.

So he sat down and began to explain. " Naruto needs a Brother! " It appeared that was all the explaining that he apparently felt his decision needed.

Hiruzen sighed for a number of reasons. While it wasn't the explanation he had wanted, it was mostly acceptable. He even thought it was a good idea, except most of the orphans were too young, or outright hated Naruto because of the influences of the adults. It was one of the reasons he had moved Naruto into his own apartment.

" Unless you have some one specific in mind, I don't think that would work out. I explained to you what the village thought of Naruto. "

Despite the last statement Luffy was still smiling.

" But I do have someone in mind! "

While surprised by his words, something told Hiruzen the answer to the question on his mind currently will lead to a headache & more paperwork. Despite this he asked. " Who? "

Luffy's grin only got wider and this sent a chill through the 3rd Hokage's spine.

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12:00 noon the next day. Same Location.

{Somehow I feel that I'll regret this.}

These were the thoughts going through The 3rd Hokage's head as he waited for 3 individuals to arrive at his office.

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20 minutes later.

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" WHAT DO YOU MEAN I'M GOING TO BE RELATED TO HIM!? "

{I knew I was gonna regret this.}

These were his thoughts 20 minutes later after he had explained the situation the two boys in-front of him, Namely a Naruto D. Uzumaki & Sasuke (Soon to be D.) Uchiha.

Hiruzen sighed, which he had been doing a lot lately.

" Luffy-Kun, didn't you explain the situation to Naruto-Kun? "

" Of course I did! " Still smiling.

" HE DIDN'T EXPLAIN THAT I'D HAVE THIS, THIS, THIS SASUKE! AS MY BROTHER! WHAT THE HELL GRANDPA? " BONK "OW! "

Sasuke looked surprised while Hiruzen sighed, again.

" WHY'D YOU HIT ME? "

" I TOLD YA YOU'D GET THE FIST OF LOVE IF YOU KEEP BEING DISRESPECTFUL! "

Looking just a bit scared at the prospect of being adopted by this old-man, Sasuke turned to the Hokage.

" Hokage-sama, don't I get a say in this? "

" Saddly no Sasuke-Kun. You have to be at least 12 to object to the adoption. Granted you're case is rather unusual, but I honestly don't see a legitimate reason for you to object. And no, not liking Naruto-Kun doesn't count. "

For a moment, just a moment, Sasuke's left eye twitched.

The 3rd blinked and convinced himself he just needed more sleep.

Barring a few extra whines from the two Boys the papers were signed. To commemorate the day the 3rd took a picture of the three together (Think Team 7 team photo), Luffy was the only one smiling.

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30 minutes later.

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With the adoption taken care of the Family of three headed back to the Tree-House. The VERY incomplete Tree-House.

Once they reached their intended destination Sasuke discovered just how incomplete. While they had finished the first two floors, Luffy intended for there to be 8 floors, plus a crows nest, for some reason.

Luffy assigned the Boys jobs, Sasuke would move the lumber, while Naruto went about hammering certain pieces into place. Luffy would all the while supervise, and sand down the upper portion of the tree that would run through the upper floors. This went pretty smoothly, for a time. The peace and quiet ended when Luffy heard, well this.

" YOU BASTARD! YOU TAKE THAT BACK! "

" NO! YOU'RE HAMMERING SUCKS! THAT'S ALL I SAID! ARE YOU STUPID? "

They were so focussed on their augment that they didn't notice Luffy walk and deliver a Fist of Love to the both of them.

BONK

" OW! "

" Stop fighting! You're Brothers now! That means that you two need to look out for each other! SO DO IT! "

Naruto squinted at his Grandpa confused, while Sasuke just scowled. Meanwhile Luffy just continued to give them a stern look. When he finally did turn around to get back to his own work, He suddenly felt like someone was looking down & laughing at him. {Probably Nami, she'd find this funny.} Then Luffy himself began to laugh, which creeped out the two Boys.

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1 day later.

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Things didn't change much the next day.

" SHUT UP YOU DEAD LAST! I DON'T NEED TO HEAR YOUR OPINION! I KNOW WHAT I AM DOING! "

" STUPID BASTARD! I WON'T BE BEATEN BY YOU! "

" YOU'LL JUST BE WASTING OUR TIME YOU WEAKLING! "

" WHO'S WEAK YOU DUCKTAILED ASSHOLE?! "

" WHAT YOU SAY YOU PORCUPINE FRE ... "

BONK

" OW! DAMMIT OLD-MAN! "

" WHAT THE HELL GRANDPA?! "

" Stop fighting! You two are brothers now. That means you get along! SO GET ALONG! Or I'll really get tough! "

While neither would admit it, they were both scared of being hit again so they stayed quiet and tried to get back to work. While Luffy wasn't happy with there lack of cooperation, he was satisfied for now.

As Luffy turned to get back to his own work, both boys sighed, simultaneously, and proceeded to glare at each other.

Meanwhile Luffy was smiling. {Well, its a start. Certainly better than me and Ace in the beginning.}

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The next day.

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Despite the situation, Luffy still thought it was going better than the beginning of his relationship with his own brothers.

" Wipe your eyes and pull that stick out of your ASS BASTARD. This wall is fine! "

" YOU MUST SQUINT SO MUCH CAUSE OF POOR EYESIGHT! THAT WALL LOOKS LIKE IT WILL BE BLOWN AWAY BY A STRONG WIND! "

" WHAT YOU SAY ABOUT MY EYES BASTARD?! "

" ONLY THAT YOU CLEARLY CAN'T SEE MORE THAN TWO FEET IN FRONT OF YOU DEAD LAST! WHAT, YOUR EARS SHITTY TOO? "

" HOW WOULD YOU LIKE IT IF I GAVE YOU A BLACK EYE BASTARD! "

" JUST TRY IT DEAD LAST! YOU WON'T BE ABLE TO EVEN TOUCH ME! "

" YOU WANNA BET YO . . . . "

BONK

" OW! STOP DOING THAT OLD OLD-MAN! "

" FUCK. " BONK " OW! Why'd you hit me again Grandpa? "

" No swearing until you're at least twelve! "

Sasuke raised an eyebrow. " And bastard isn't a swear? "

Luffy grinned " Nope! "

For once Sasuke and Naruto looked at each other without glaring as they found themselves baffled by Luffy logic.

Luffy just laughed and rubbed both their heads, which they protested.

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1 week later.

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On this particular day no argument broke out, unfortunately not much work was getting done either. Naruto just kept glaring at Sasuke so he was constantly distracted, while Sasuke himself was attempting to ignore in his own words his "So called brother" which for him was harder then it appeared. So Luffy was the only one working on this day. Even so, not a lot of progress was taking place. Luffy also didn't like being the only one working, mostly cause he was lazy. However, he couldn't stand seeing his two Grandsons like, well, Zoro & Sanji. It just seemed wrong to him for some reason. What troubled him the most however, was that he didn't know what to do. Him and his Brothers had bonded because he had been beaten by the Pirate Porchemy and nearly killed.

{The situations are different. And while I think it would help, I probably shouldn't have them go at it in a no holds bar fight. They might actually end up killing each other. I'll give them more time, its all I can do for now.}

Luffy at this point stopped working completely. Instead he watched the two more closely. He soon started making comparisons. Looking at Sasuke, he saw a resemblance between him, and both Ace & Zoro. He seemed just as angry as Ace was at that age, but he appeared to have Zoro's ability to put on an outward calm facade (When he wasn't fighting with Sanji) and that air of cool intimidation Zoro had. Naruto on the other hand definitely took after him, though he also clearly inherited his temper from his Mother and Grandmother. There was also a air of dishonesty that reminded Luffy of when he had met his future Wife for the first time. His outward emotions were clearly a facade, Even he had never quite that stupidly happy, unless either Snow or his Queen was involved. He clearly wasn't adjusted to the new situation yet. Neither Boys were, and that worried him.

And it looked like they were gonna fight again. So Luffy got up, cracked his fingers, and Moved towards his Grandsons, sighing all the while.

{If only they had a Sabo, he been the mediator between me and Ace, up until his supposed death, and at that point thinking we had lost him managed to cement our bond. Sigh, Troublesome!}

(Somewhere two Nara were sneezing, and questioning if they had a cold, and thus repeated the word.)

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Two weeks later.

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Sasuke wasn't in a particularly good mood today. First, both him and Naruto had been woken up at the crack of dawn. Luffy had immediately ordered Naruto to get to work, while he and Sasuke went for a walk. He seemed older than normal. While Naruto complained, Sasuke thought better of it. And so they had been off. However, they had been walking for nearly forty minutes, and Sasuke was pretty sure they had been going in circles for awhile. Understandably this didn't improve his mood. This soon changed though when . . . .

" We're here! "

Luffy screamed this rather loudly, with both arm help up in the air. For some reason this seemed to make him look, younger? What was happening with his age today?

Anyways, apparently they had arrived. As Sasuke turned his attention to were Luffy was facing he saw something that, well surprised him. It appeared to be a huge enclosure with a forest surrounded by a chain link fence. The trees were big, bigger than some buildings. And something about it appeared to be, ominous. His instincts told him it was dangerous. Sasuke was distracted he didn't notice the sign that said training ground 44.

Before he could ponder any further, he was grabbed by Luffy.

" Lets go! "

Luffy then proceeded to Jump the fence, and I do mean JUMP. At the peak they were at least 20 feet, if not higher. When they finally landed Sasuke was on his hands knees panting. He turned to look at Luffy, who looked back to find that the Boy had a scared look in his widened eyes. Only now was he truly Scared of the MAN in front of him him. Luffy meanwhile just kept smiling.

" Well, lets go! "

And so the snow haired Man began to walk into the forest. While Sasuke was scared, he didn't want to show it more than he already had. Plus, he was probably safer with the crazier old man than by himself, not that he would admit that. So he got up and began to follow.

It was like this for awhile. Sasuke was experiencing a interesting range of emotions. Everything from annoyance, to Rage, to Pure fear, as he was sure there was a number of large carnivorous animals surrounding them, though they wouldn't attack for a reason he couldn't identify.

He was pulled out of his analysis, by Luffy's voice.

" Sasuke, we need to talk. "

This surprised Sasuke, not the statement itself, as he had suspected as much, but the way it was stated. It lacked both the enthusiasm, and was said in far more serious a manner than anything he had heard attached to anything the Man had said so far in their relationship. Looking at him, he Also saw that the Hat covering his eyes, making him seem far more intimidating, More intimidating even than "That Man".

" About what Old-man? " He asked with some hesitation.

" About how you refuse to Accept Me and Naruto as your Family. Naruto is having the same problem as you. Out of the two of you, I thought it would be easier to talk to you. "

" Yeah? Well you are wrong! I don't have any Family! My Family is DEAD! "

" Sasuke, if you don't think I understand you, you're wrong. "

" And WHAT is it you think you know!? "

" I know that nearly all you relatives are dead except two. I know the rest were slaughtered by that one, Itachi Uchiha, Your Older Brother, in blood. And I know that despite your anger you miss not just those who have died, but you miss him as well. Yet you are still intent on killing him. "

Up until this point Sasuke had managed to Bottle up all Rage at Luffy concerning their situation (the adoption) and the conversation. But not any more.

" What gives you the right? Huh, What gives you the RIGHT, TO BRING UP MY PAIN!? TO BRING UP WHAT HAPPENED TO ME, TO THE UCHIHA CLAN!? TO MY FAMILY!? WHAT MAKES YOU THINK YOU CAN REPLACE THEM? "

For the first time since they entered the forest Sasuke looked at Luffy. In this we saw that he looked absolutely feral with rage, while at the same time he was crying. Luffy on the other hand just side eye the weeping Boy.

" Let me tell you a story Sasuke. "

Despite the smoothness of his voice & the calmness of the words, Sasuke knew it was order. So he face forward again, ashamed that he had again Lost his control.

" When I was very young, My father left me in My Grandfathers hands to raise. So I have something in common with you and Naruto in that respect. Despite his leaving, I never resented my Father. Hell, for the longest time I didn't realize I had a Father, and by the time we met, I was ready to start a relationship with Him. It was rocky at first, but, with time we were able to bond, and we still keep in contact to this day. With you and Naruto, I think I know how my Dad felt. Because at that point he hadn't really known how to be a real Father. And while it's different, I feel can use that example to make a relationship with you two. But more than me and my Dad, or even me and my Grandpa, You and Naruto remind me most of me and my Brothers. Looking at us back then and you two now, it clear I have to use that as My example. You know, me and My Brothers weren't blood related either. "

While Luffy smilled down on the Boy, Sasuke looked up at him in surprise, completely forgetting his anger.

" What!? How can you be brothers then? "

Luffy laughed at that.

" Shishishi, That is Your problem Sasuke! You have this notion that Blood makes Family, when in reality having a strong bond does. If the person you are close to just happens to be Blood related, then it might be able to make that Bond stronger, but in the end it doesn't matter if you don't have a Bond. Thats what me and my Brothers have, even if one of us isn't still here. I can tell thats what You had with Itachi, thats why it hurts so much. But, you know how me and my Brother Ace first met? "

At this point Sasuke was listening intently to what his Grandfather had to say.

" Ace spit on me, then tried to kill me! Shishishishishi! "

Once again Sasuke's eyes had widened.

" Not just once or twice either. More like, dozens. But despite that, I know he didn't mean it. After I met both my Brorhers they had me tied to a tree, and claimed that they were going to kill, but they couldn't go through with it. They were only 10 and neither had killed before. At the time they didn't have the conviction. Later they saved my life, and we became close, and eventually we bonded as friends, and eventually Brothers. For me, them and my Grandpa were my family for the longest time. Then when I went to sea I gathered a crew and they were my Family. I even married one of them. "

" Alright, that's fine for you, but I was raised differently than you. I was raised to Honor my Family, to show respect & that nothing was as important as the clan! "

" Not even the village? "

This caught Sasuke's attention. He knew his Grandfather had a point and that he was meant to listen. This was good as he really didn't understand what he was getting at.

" The Uchiha Clan in the end valued the Clan over the Village, despite being founders of the Village and the fact that the point of being a Ninja here is to protect the Village and it's people. Speaking to Hiruzen as I have, he's told me that he sees everyone in the Village as his Family, including us. While I wouldn't take it quite that far, I will say that Family is really whoever you consider Family. "

" Maybe that's how you and the Hokage see things, but not me. "

Once again Luffy was side-eyeing him, seeing that he was listening but not really getting it. Seeing this he knew he had one other thing to offer him, understanding.

" You know, I really do get what you're going through. I generally don't kill my enemies, thats too easy. Instead I destroy their Dreams and Ambitions. See, they expect you to try and kill them, or even simply catch them. What they don't expect is for you to destroy everything they work for so that it collapses out from under them. Now thats Cruel! " As he said this he looked at Sasuke with a huge grin, One that made him look like the Devil himself as he clearly enjoyed what he described.

Soon his Grandfather turned forward again, suddenly looking more serious.

" That being said, while I've only killed a small number of people in my time, I've never hesitated to do so when necessary. But there were two men once, two men I didn't necessarily have to kill. "

Sasuke, who had been listening, suddenly found himself completely sucked into his Grandfather's story.

" See, when I was 17 years old my Older Brother Ace was captured by the Marines, (who Sasuke had her heard of) and me and My Crew were separated at the time. Up till that point I had been intent to reunite with them, But Ace's life was on the line. So I went to save, despite having our own adventure, sneaking into the Prison he was held in, and when that didn't pan out I went to the place he was to be executed at. I even managed to free him. But, that wasn't enough, cause he did something stupid that delayed our escape. It was at this point my body gave out, because I wasn't strong enough. " At this point Luffy's Hat was covering his eyes. Despite this his Grandson could see, he was crying. It wasn't that he was bawling and trying to contain it, but that the tears were sliding slowly down his face as he spoke at the same pace of his past. " So when an admiral tried to kill me, Ace got in front of me and took the blow, and that's how he died. Saving my life. I only bring this up up because like you, I craved vengeance. And not just against the one Who killed Ace directly, the who game this scar! " Luffy now held his left hand to his chest. Sasuke saw this, and thought of the scar he had only seen glimpses of. It had looked like a burn scar to him, and he wondered . . . . " But also the man, NO! the DEMON! Who put him in that situation in the first place. I took my time, waited until I was strong enough, until the opportunity arose, and I KILLED THEM! AND I ENJOYED SEEING THEM SUFFER! AS THEY MADE ACE SUFFER! " For a moment there was silence as he sighed silently, not even the beasts could be heard. " But I didn't do it alone, I had my Brother Sabo, and my Crew, my Family there to help me. " He appeared to be calm again, and once again turned to Sasuke, this time with a genuine smile, one that contained real joy, 40 years worth all in this simple gesture. " I'd be a hypocrite if I said you shouldn't seek revenge, so I won't. What I will say is that when the time comes I'll be here to support you as you Grandfather, and maybe Naruto to if he warms up to ya. " His smile grew wider. " You know, you remind me a bit of Ace, when he was about your age. He was Angry too, but he got over, and he became a lot more mellow with age, and not just content, but genuinely happy. I think you can to. Besides, you're not alone any more, you've got us. And I know that being along is something thats worse than death, thats what we three have in common. "

As Luffy continued forward he began to laugh, not immediately noticing that Sasuke had stopped. As Luffy finally noticed he looked back, and an expression of surprise, followed by another smile came upon his face. This was because his Grandson, Sasuke, was crying, and not just crying, but bawling with full snot & tears crying. And these tears, were tears of happiness.

" Th . . . Thank you, G . . Ga .. Ga . . . . . . . GRANDFATHER! "

" Shishishishishishishi! Your welcome!

With his new found acceptance, Grandfather & Grandson left the great training ground 44, Grandson never noticing how the beasts seemed to avoid them at all costs.

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A little later on the way back to the Tree-house.

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Luffy and Sasuke were now on their way back. This is when something occurred to Sasuke.

" Grandfather, what about Naruto? As you said, he's stubborn, he's not likely to accept this. And fighting with him, it's bit too easy. "

Luffy, being back to his mostly laid back self, just smiled and gave surprisingly good advice.

" Naruto is stubborn, but he'll come around. But, you are is Big Brother now since you're older, that means you have to look out for & protect him. That's your job now. If you want him to accept you and the situation, do things like a Big brother would. Like, tease him, be softer, be nice but at the same time keep him on his toes. "

Sasuke had a hand to his chin in contemplation.

" I'll take that into consideration, Grandfather. "

" Shiahiahi! Sure! "

After this it was silent, but a comfortable silence. Soon they arrived back at the sight. Seeing as they couldn't see Naruto, they took the elevator figuring he was currently on the unfinished 5th floor. When they did they found Naruto working hard, though quite a few boards were crooked.

" Shishi, Nice work Naruto! Looking good! "

Sasuke side eyed his Grandfather, casting clear doubt on his sanity. What he didn't realize was the fact that he even considered the possibility that Luffy was still (if ever) Sane Casted and even greater doubt on his own sanity.

Naruto jumped in surprise having not noticed that the two were back, but turned to his Grandfather and smiled anyway.

" Thanks, but it's been taking much longer without you and the Bastard! "

Luffy just laughed and went back to work. Sasuke on the other hand was thinking of ways that he could bond with his Little Brother. Spotting the crooked boards, he got an idea. Walking over he began to initiate it.

" You know Naruto, I could hold the boards while you hammer them, I think that would speed things up. "

Naruto turned to his unacknowledged Big Brother with a frown on his face.

" You making fun of me you Bastard? "

Sasuke stood with his arms crossed, and momentarily he scowled, but calmed down.

" I never made fun of you Little Brother. " he looked down to his left as he said the next part " I may have insulted you a bit, but I never made fun of you. "

For a moment Naruto blinked as if something was trying to register in his brain.

" Did you just call me Little Brother? "

Sasuke nodded at this, trying to be patient.

Naruto seemed to get annoyed, but not angry.

" Bastard! Who said you were the Older Brother? "

" Don't be a moron, I'm like three months older than you! Of course I'm the Big Brother! "

" Shut up Bastard! " he whispered this next part. " I wanted to be the big brother. "

" What was that? "

" Nothing! "

Luffy meanwhile once again observed his two Grandsons, smiling now they were arguing like Brothers should.

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Meanwhile back at the Hokage Office the 3rd was observing the newly cemented Family through his Crystal ball. All the while smiling while smoking his pipe.

" Well done Luffy-Ken, well done. "

Date: One month later, August 18, 1573 . . . . Time: 2:23 PM.

A lot had happened in the intervening month since Luffy & Sasuke talked. Sasuke and Naruto had bonded, not just with each other, but with their Grandfather as well. They had also celebrated Sasuke's 10 Birthday, which was only 6 days after the talk. On that day Luffy had introduced them to the Sake drinking ceremony that he and his Brothers performed. He then wacked them on the head and said they weren't to drink again until they at least became ninjas. He had even gotten them their own uniquely colored cups, bright orange and dark blue (I'll let you guess which got what cup.), and they managed to finish the Tree-House, though only today, just moments ago.

All three stood admiring their work. They also were dirty, and even bruised in some places. Luffy was shirtless, a sight all the Girls & women who passed by appreciated. Naruto had his jacket wrapped around his waist and was wearing a mesh shirt. He too was getting some looks from young girls. Sasuke on the other hand, stood in a blue tank top (don't ask me how that ended up in his wardrobe.) and was getting quite a few looks himself, more than Naruto, but less than Luffy.

Here they stood, looking at the place of residence they had created. The Tree-House. It wasn't the prettiest thing ever built, as it was painted a combination of dark blue, bright organe, and blood red in certain places. It was crooked in places, but it was solid. And at the top was a long flagpole along with a Crows nest (Luffy insisted). There were four flags in total, the top flag having had the symble of the Village, and on the opposite side the kanji for fire. Directly under that was a flag that carried a Skull & cross-Bones, wearing an oddly familiar Straw-hat, and the two next flags carried the crests of the Uchiha & Uzumaki Clans respectively.

They stood there a few moments longer, when Luffy began to laugh. Both of his Grandsons began to look a him.

" It is complete! Great! " He then put his arms around their shoulders. " We're got less than a month for training before you boys go back to school. Best get to work right away! Shishishishi! "

While they didn't know why, a shiver went down both their spines, and they felt they would have to band together, now more than ever.

Meanwhile somewhere (I won't say where.) One Monkey D. Garp watched and laughed as His Grandson handled his own Grandchildren in a way he approved of.

And . . . Done! Well that took longer than I intended. Sorry about that, but the last chapter I uploaded was during Christmas break, and while I started this right away, I got caught up in the holidays, and then college again. This was the first time I really devoted myself to my school work, so I had no time. An while the semester ended just less than a month ago, I've still been pretty busy. But good news, I'll be starting on the next chapter tomorrow, which will begin when the teams are form. so look forward to that. Now for the replies to your reviews.

Guest: I'll answer you first since you don't have an account. HERE YOU GO!

northwind132: Thank you, not just for reviewing! You sir have been I think, the one person who has consistently reviewed for almost all the chapters I've put out so far. So again, thank you.

TBM10: Thank you! However, I'm afraid you are mistaken. Kakashi did in-fact use two Jutsu, both Rock-wall and Shadow-Clone. I can understand how you could miss that. As for why so little Nin-jutsu occurred, that was because I want all the big stuff to be saved for later.

SeanHicks4: Thank you, I appreciate your thoughts. I wouldn't say he's making fun of the name, but its one thing to have a name that means something, its another to have you surname be something so, Blatant, for a lack of a better term. And don't worry, I overthink everything.

(Sorry, it wouldn't let me write your full pen-name for some reason.) brunella: Here you go.

Now, before I end this, I have a question for you guys. Its been a while since I've read the first few manga chapters, or seen the subbed or dubbed first few episodes of One piece, and the only one I remember clearly is the dub, which maybe why, since I've always based my thoughts on the Dub, but when Luffy & Zoro talk while Zoro's blocking the swords of all Morgan's men Zoro says something that I took to mean that Zoro would kill Luffy if he inferred with his dream. But recently in reading other peoples Fanfic's I've found that most think that he told Luffy he would have to commit Seppuku if he interfered, so which is it? Please leave your answer in your review, or PM me directly. So see you next time, BY!