To all of my readers. I am horribly sorry for not updating in so long, I kind of lost my inspiration. Never fear though, because I am back and plan on seeing this story through. Please enjoy, and as always please review.

Hanabi and Naruto walked peacefully through the market district of Konoha. Hanabi had been rather quiet as she was lost in her thoughts. She was still stumped by how Naruto managed to walk with his head held so high with almost every villager they passed shooting deadly glares his way. Always being held with such high regard in the village, she had never seen this side of people before. That was partly due to her always being so busy training with her father. She also was still a bit irritated on the effect he had on her emotions. She could feel that they were going to be close in the future and worried how that would make her sister feel. She knew that Hinata really liked Naruto. She did not know that he knew about her feelings though. This too puzzled her greatly. Everything she had ever heard about Naruto was about how loud and unintelligent he was. But, that was not what she has seen from him. So far she saw that he was actually quite smart but only hid it behind his ignorant nature. She assumed so it was to get some acknowledgment since he never had any friends or family. She then remembered his early statement about going "Sakura" on him. This too puzzled her, as she did not know who Sakura was. Tired of wondering all this to herself she decided to just ask him.

"Naruto, if you have always known about my sisters feelings for you, why did you not ask her to go out with you?"

"Well, I think part of it was because I had my eyes on a different girl. I also never really saw Hinata that way. Don't get me wrong, Hinata is great, but I think we would just be better friends. I never really wanted someone so nice to be burdened with an outcast like me," Naruto answered coming out of his own thoughts.

"I see. So, who is the other girl?"

"Her name is Sakura Haruno, she was a girl in my class. I liked her because she was really popular and figured if I dated her, then everyone else would like me as well. What I figured out though was she only had eyes for Sasuke Uchiha, just like every other girl, and was very cold and abusive to me. Every time I asked her on a date she belittled me and hit me on the head. And for a girl, she could really pack a punch."

Hanabi took in every word and thought about her answer. She then realized that her being cold to him and hitting him probably hurt him more than he let on. She realized that she had over reacted, and to a suffix that he seemed to genuinely mean.

"I am sorry for acting like her earlier. It's just that the only person who calls me that is my sister. She says that my mother did as well, but she died when I was young so I don't really remember her."

"It's okay Hanabi, you did not know. I am sorry to hear about your mother though, I can relate and know exactly how it feels."

They locked eyes in understanding. As they turned away from each other the noticed an ANBU appear before them.

"Namikaze-Sama, we have been instructed to show you to your new home. We have already taken the liberty to move your belongings from your apartment to your estate. Now, if you will please follow us."

Naruto nodded. He noticed that Hanabi and the branch member continued on letting him see his family home alone. With this he hesitated, since he met Hanabi he had not felt alone and rather liked her presence.

"Hanabi…uh, will you come with me." Naruto asked slightly embarrassed.

"If that is what you wish, I will be glad to." Hanabi answered barely containing her smile.

The walk to the Namikaze estate was fairly quiet. Hanabi used this time to contemplate her thoughts and feelings. She had never in her whole life felt this at ease. I was nice not to have to act like royalty that her father expected her to be. It also seemed that Hinata finally showing her true potential has sparked a change in him as well. It was small and hard to find, but it was there. At first she was extremely upset about losing to her sister, but now she doesn't mind. It felt as though a great had been lifted from her shoulders. Yet now she did not know what the future had in store for her. She knew she wanted to be a shinobi, but was afraid that her father would not allow it with her status in the family. With all of her thoughts running rapid in her head she did not notice Naruto stop in front of her and she walked into him. After the contact and she looked at him and noticed how stiff he was and seemed to be sweating. She felt selfish; here she was throwing her own private pity party when he was probably going through the toughest time of his life. This too confused her. She had grown the reputation of being cold and uncaring. Now it seems that one boy is changing all that and she did not know if she was ready. Still she decided to help Naruto in his time of need.

"Naruto, are you okay?" She kindly asked.

Naruto looked at her and then noticed that the other two had stopped and were looking at him as well. He only smiled and continued walking not being able to trust his voice.

Hanabi sighed; it seemed he had a lot of problems opening up.

The group stood before a large gate that enclosed a large group of homes. In the middle was a rather large but traditional looking house. Naruto stood in awe at what was before him. He finally had something that was not shaggy and rundown. He finally felt he had somewhere he belonged. There was an ANBU waiting at the gate with his belongings in a storage scroll. He also held in his hands the scrolls that the Hokage had shown him earlier. The masked ninja handed Naruto his belongings and disappeared in a puff of smoke.

"Namikaze-sama, the gate can only be opened by your blood." The ANBU said interrupting Naruto's thoughts.

Naruto then noticed the blood seal on the gate. Not wanting to wait any longer he bit his thumb and spread the blood over the seal. The seal started to glow a bright blue and then dissipated. Naruto pushed the gate open. He slowly walked through. He was finally home.

Danzo sat in his secret chamber. He was normally a patient man but when he found out that the demon brat was the son of the Fourth he was ecstatic. He could finally find out what made the Fourth so powerful. Once he did nothing could stop him from taking over the Leaf and bringing them back to their former glory. It was only a matter of time.

Naruto stood in the door way to his new home. In front of him was a wonderfully comfortable looking couch with a table in front of it. Once he reached the table he set down the scrolls that the Hokage had given him earlier. He continued farther in the room. Looking around he saw shelves on every wall full of scrolls. He saw a hallway that went to an enormous kitchen. Deciding to explore that later he noticed the stairs to his right. The stairs led him to another hall way, all the way at the end he could see what he assumed to be the master bedroom. As he approached the door he saw a rather large bed. On the bed he saw his father's infamous white coat. On top of it was an envelope with his name on it. He stopped and stared and his father's elegant hand writing. He wanted to open it but was afraid to. He reached out with a shaky hand but stopped mere inches away. Hanabi put her hand on his should to let him know he was not alone. He turned and looked at her with thankful eyes. He had almost forgotten that she was there. His courage renewed he grabbed the envelope and opened it. As he unfolded the letter inside he again saw his father's hand writing. Without a pause he began to read.

Naruto,

Son, I am sorry to say that if you are reading this then your mother and I have passed on. We never intended to leave you alone, but with the Kyuubi attacking cannot say I am going to be able to confront it and make it out alive. Since you are reading this I assume that you are in our estate. I want you to know that I had really hoped to be the one to show you what it means to be a great shinobi and an even greater man. Everything in this estate is now yours for you to use. I have left many scrolls to help guide you along the way. Also know that all of my jutsu I created are in a hidden scroll in the library. It is located underneath the estate. Please know that some of them will be very hard for you to master alone. I have informed Jiraiya and Kakashi to help you in my stead. Now enough with the business end. Your mother and I love you very much and are very proud of you. I am sure you know of the burden I left on you by now. I really do apologize but it was the only choice I had in such a short amount of time. I am also sorry to say that your mother passed giving birth to you. We were both very excited to be parents and love you very much. I know this seems rushed and confusing but I don't have any more time. I know you will make us proud.

Love,

Dad.

Naruto wiped the tears from his eyes and folded the letter back up. He looked around and saw a picture of his parents. On the right was his dad with the same grin he had. On the left was a very beautiful and very pregnant red head. He had never seen a more beautiful woman in his life. He only wished that he got to meet her.

"Naruto, maybe your dad has something to help you with your chakra control in the library." Hanabi said. She had read the letter over his shoulder.

"That's a great idea Hyuuga-Sama." The ANBU said.

"I guess it can't hurt." Naruto said.

Shortly after they made it to the library they split up. Hanabi searched for anything she could find chakra related. She found a few basic chakra control scrolls and one very large elemental chakra scroll. She did not know much about elemental chakra, but figured that Naruto and she could find someone to help them. Naruto looked around for the hidden chamber where his father secret scrolls were hidden. The ANBU was patiently waiting for them to finish their business along with the branch member. Naruto continued to look around for anything that looked slightly out of the ordinary. He knew since his was father was the one who hid it that it would be hard to find. Naruto barely noticed a concealed seal in the paint of the far back wall. Not having any other ideas he bit his thumb and spread the blood over the center of the scroll. The seal started to glow a brilliant gold color. The wall slid back into itself before sliding open to the right. Inside were several sealing scrolls. What caught Naruto's eye was the strange looking kunai that lined every inch of the walls. There had to be hundreds of them. Before Naruto could investigate any further he heard loud bang and a gasp come from behind him. His sense of danger went crazy as he turned around to see what the commotion was. He was met with a bloody kunai in his face and a dead Hyuga branch member on the floor by his feet. He could almost see the evil smirk behind the ANBU's mask.

"If you want to keep your life Namikaze, I suggest that you step aside and let me take what I came here to get. My master still has plans for you."

Naruto glared at the traitor with ice blue eyes. It wasn't that he had been betrayed that had his blood boiling, it was the fact that an innocent person had been killed for no reason. He saw Hanabi sneaking up behind the ANBU out of his peripheral vision. He took care not to avert his eyes her way so he would not give her position away. He figured this guy was at least Jonin level and had not forgotten about her, but he was hoping he would not expect a child to attack. Hanabi locked on to her target, she fought her nerves. She really did not want to kill again but she knew her enemy would not hesitate to kill her. She took a deep breath and launched herself with surprising speed and precision. Just as her hand was about to strike the ANBU in the back of the head he gracefully dodged the attack without even turning around. In a blur he was behind her with his kunai to her throat.

"I would tell you that I will spare her if you let me pass, but I was given strict orders to make sure there were not any witnesses."

Naruto tried to control his rage. Clenching his fist till his nails drew blood. He did not know what to do. He knew that if he attacked he would kill her. He was not even sure he could do much considering he was still uncoordinated. Just as he was about to try and think of a plan Hanabi sent her elbow hard into the enemy's ribs, making him release her. Naruto instantly formed his not yet famous seal.

"Kage Bunshin no Jutsu" He yelled

He was disappointed as two sickly clones appeared from the smoke. His chakra was still messed up. Through his surprise he barely managed to avoid the incoming kunai that made its way towards his heart. Hanabi quickly lunged towards her downed opponent hoping to strike his heart and end this now. Alas her effort was thwarted with a kicked to her stomach. She could feel the air leaving her as she tried to keep from doubling over. With all of the ANBU's attention on Hanabi Naruto picked up the kunai that had missed him and ran as fast as his little legs would carry him. Leaping in the air he lunged the deadly weapon wildly towards his targets throat. Not having enough time to react, the ANBU could only widen his eyes before cold steel met the warm satisfaction in its hunt for blood. After confirming the threat was dead Naruto hurried over to Hanabi's side. She managed to get up with the help of Naruto.

Just then the Hokage and a purple haired female walked into the library. Noticing the dead body the both hurried to the two young ones supporting each other up.

"It seems that your fears have been realized old man. Danzo is after the Haraishin." The mystery woman said to her elder.

"So it seems. We shall discuss this later, for now we should escort these two out of here."

Once the four were safe in the Hokage's office, the younger two seemed to relax. It truly had been a hard two days for the pair, and the growing bond and respect between the two was more evident. The old village leader smiled at what these two would become in the near future.

"I must say that you two never cease to amaze me. Not only have you now beaten a chunin, but now one the Elite ANBU of this village. You have no need to explain yourselves as I saw everything transpire through my crystal ball."

"I did not want to kill him Ji-Ji, but I didn't have any other option." Naruto said in a shaky voice.

"You did what you had to Naruto. Completing your first kill is always hard and probably will stay with you the rest of your life, but you must understand it was him or you. Also, considering he was a traitor to the leaf you have done this village a favor. Taking life is part of becoming shinobi, I am not saying you have to like it, and hope that you never do, but it comes with the job."

Naruto nodded not trusting his voice. He still had the blood on his hands and face and it was making him feel sick.

"I would like you two to meet Anko Mitarashi. She will be training you over the next three months. I normally don't like to play favorites, but I have grown fond of you two and am excited to see what is in store for your future. She will also escort you today as you finish running your errands. Now on that note I will let you get acquainted, since I have to inform Hiashi that one of his members has been murdered." The Third said and then exited the room.

"Well brats, as you heard my name is Anko. Today I may seem nice, but tomorrow is when the fun begins. Just because you are small and young, does not mean that I will take it easy on you. You will probably want to quit with in the first week, but I promise you that if you stick with it and give me all your effort and time that you will become truly strong. So, what are your names?"

Both Naruto and Hanabi looked worried from the crazy look that Anko had in her eyes. They could tell that she was being honest with them and were glad to know what to expect.

"My name is Naruto Namikaze, son of the Fourth Hokage. I promise that I will surpass him in every way and become an even greater Hokage that he was." Naruto said with his blue eyes burning of determination.

"I am Hanabi Hyuga, and I plan to be the best konoichi this village has ever seen." Hanabi said with equal determination and pride.

Anko smiled at the pair. She could already see that they were going to help each other get better over the years. Konoha had no idea what was in store for them."

"Well now that that's done lets go get blondie some new clothes shall we."

They stood outside one of the biggest clothing stores Naruto had ever seen. The two ladies went to walk in when they realized that Naruto was not following. Both of them turned around and saw that he was hesitant and nervous. They turned and looked at the shopkeeper who was sending him the most hateful glare they had ever seen on a civilian. Anko glared right back. She too knew that look. She grew up with the same looks cast her way, all because of her teacher.

"You go cheer up blondie, I will go deal with our new friend." Anko told Hanabi as she walked into the store.

"Come on Naruto, they can't do anything to you. Besides if they do, it seems like Anko will kill them. If they don't then I will, so let's get this over with."

Naruto nodded and followed her in. They had to keep from laughing when they saw that the shopkeeper had peed his pants when Anko licked the kunai she had held to his face.

"Go ahead and find what you like Namikaze-san, he won't bug you." Anko said with a deathly sweet smile.

Everyone in the shop stopped in shock when they heard what Anko had called the boy. There was no way that he was HIS son they all seemed to be thinking. Naruto ignored the stares and quickly looked for something the he could be light and comfortable in. He knew he could now wear orange anymore because it just screamed kill me. He came across a loose fitting black shirt that seemed to only cover one shoulder, leaving half of his chest exposed. He grabbed that and a pair of black standard ninja pants. He went into the nearest changing room. Hanabi had been keeping her eye on him to make sure he did not choose anything to ridiculous. When he came out she could not believe her eyes. He looked like a completely different person. Now more than ever she could see the resemblance between him and his father. The way that his chest was exposed made her blush for reasons she did not know. Granted that there were still bandages from the night she met him but it was still a captivating sight.

"Well from the way that Miss Hyuga is blushing I would have to say that is a good choice. So grab a few more pairs and let's get out of here." Anko said with a cheesy grin.

After Hanabi paid the shopkeeper, who gave them a discount, they went to find somewhere to eat.

"You two go ahead, I have something I want to go do." Hanabi said and then disappeared into the crowded streets.

Naruto and Anko ended up eating at a dango shop that Anko seemed to love. During the meal they argued over what was better, ramen or dango. It was not long until Hanabi returned. She approached their table holding a package. She sat down next to Naruto and Anko ordered for her. She then handed Naruto the package she was carrying.

"What is this for?" Naruto asked as he took the gift.

"Well if it was not for you that ANBU would have killed me, and I figured you would like this. Now you're making me get all sentimental so just open it."

Naruto did as he was told and started to rip the packaging off. One he opened it all the way he stopped and stared with surprise. He was completely taken aback.

"Good to see you like it." Hanabi said with a grin.

Inside was a smaller replica of the coat his father wore.

"Well, try it on." Anko said.

Naruto stood up and slid the coat on. Everyone in the restaurant stopped and stared. Anko smiled and how much he looked like Minato. The future seemed bright indeed.

Well I hope you enjoyed this as much as I did writing it. I truly promise that I will update A LOT more often. Any way please review or leave any comments you feel necessary. Thank you to everyone.

KIT