Konohagakure no sato :
Uzumaki Apartment :
Standing in front of the mirror , Naruto checks his Yukata again . While checking his clothes and face , his mind thinking totally different things though.
( Inviting THE JINCHURIKI of all things ...... And it's Nara of all people , don't they understand how troublesome things will be from now on )
Looking at himself in mirror , Naruto notices his long hair nearly reaching his shoulders and picks up a hairtie , making a small ponytail , Naruto decided to make a small decision .
The Hair that were combed back , he brings them forward and
( This should look like Mina-- 'The Fourth Hokage' right )
Blonde hair , blue eyes and near identical hairstyle that came to be because Uzumaki Naruto couldn't 'CUT' his hair because of his busy schedule .
( it's been almost 4 months since i 'awakened' and didn't cut the hair , It's finally time to shine on this occasion )
During these days with his probing , Naruto already understands this so called 'Party' is not just a party but something entirely different .
All the clans seems to invited , and from his friend Shikamaru's mouth , Naruto also knows that this is totally not normal , especially Shiakamaru's lazy dad seems to be much busy .
So busy that Shikamaru's Dad can't even spare time for a single shogi match with his son.
So busy that even Shikamaru's Mom is worried and has been paying less attention to her son .
So busy that even Shikamaru can't take a nap peacefully while noticing all these things.
( Let's see if there are any wise people still inside this village , and watching me like this can connect the dots )
Naruto doesn't know what The Nara and all other clans are cooking But he doesn't really need to know that .
The reason to dress like this and his actions from all this time are all for
( Status , Identity , recognition and most importantly FREEDOM )
As long as it doesn't belong to his JINCHURIKI identity but as a The Legacy of Fourth Hokage , The HERO of 3rd Shinobi World War , THE GOLDEN FLASH and also the Saviour of Kyubi's Night.
Emotions , Gratitude , Fear , Hypocrisy , Grief , Guilt , Repayment , Pride , Loyalty , Acknowledgement , Resilence and much more . No matter what , No matter how small , as long as it acheives his goal , As long as it works
( Canon Naruto was 'played' and kept in darkness till the end , if not for the 'fourth Hokage's chakra sealed inside his body , And Pain's attack........ 15-16 year old fool ........how much longer would it have taken )
Now , in just four months , an opportunity has arrived , The Nara invited him and most clans will be there too . He doesn't need to draw attention or any stupid
( First Gather support in silence with this status ...........not from those 'tools' but from those who care and respect Fourth Hokage and also his legacy )
*Ding-Dong**Ding-Dong**Ding-Dong* .....*Ding-Dong* *Ding-Dong*
Fixing his clothes , Naruto picks up the gift he prepared for Shikamaru and heads downstairs without wearing his mask
( I didn't want to start things this fast but an opportunity is at my doorstep and to get it , ALL I NEED TO DO , IS JUST TO SHOW MY FACE )
Naruto's ideal plan was to keep training and training and keep Sign-in and using his cheat to get stronger but The number of unique sign-ins inside the village are either prohibited places or totally out of his current status.
THE ANBU
The ROOT
INTELLIGENCE DIVISION
FOREST OF DEATH
THE NAKA SHRINE
SEAL DIVISION
KONOHA ARCHIVE LIBRARY
Konoha's Secret Sealed Hall
ALL KINDS OF DIFFERENT ClANS
& MUCH MUCH MORE That he didn't even know .
What Sign-in reward will he get and most importantly the faster he gets the more assurin-
" Narutoo........!!!!"
Seeing Ino at his door wearing a beautiful white themed Yukata , Naruto greets her
" Ino , That Dress looks amazing on you "
" Reallyyyyyyyyyyy..!! >< "
" Mm"
" HEhe "
Seeing Ino distracted , Naruto also switches to 'kid Naruto' mode that all the ' ANBU ' know of
" Shall we go , Ino "
" yeahhh"
Its still morning , and it's near 10 in morning .
" ...... I thought the party will be at evening " Naruto
" No way , Parents won't let the kids spend the night outside "
" even yours "
" it's kids party you know , not just INA-SHIKA-CHO "
Walking on the streets , Naruto remembers his leave application granted by Iruka Sensei
( Does Hokage approve ?? Just what's going on ??)
Walking through the streets the blonde fail to notice another blonde's blushing cheeks and sneaking glances towards the new hairstyle that now matches with his Yukata and also without wearing any mask .
( Oh My God .......say something Ino-baka say something , didn't he already compliemented you .......Why can't you do the same ......that hairstyle without his mask ........ good )
Walking on the streets , they soon arrive at The Nara Compound and after greeting the gatekeeper , the kids head inside .
Approaching an open avenue , Uzumaki Naruto noticed that he seems to have come early , No canon character seems to be here except
" Yo Naruto , Ino "
" Happy Birthday Shikamaru "
" Happy Birthday , Lazybum ..!!"
After wishing Shikamaru , they both handed their gifts , which Shikamaru handed to a servant beside him .
" Thank you "
" You looked tired "
" greeting and all , It's gonna be troublesome today , lots of guests "
Before Shikamaru can complain more , a Middle age man with same features as Shikamaru appeared
" Shikamaru , Ino "
" Dad "
" Uncle "
Shikaku signals Shikamaru with his eyes and Shikamaru catching the hint replies
" Dad , This is Uzumaki Naruto , My Friend "
" Good Morning Uncle , I Am Uzumaki Naruto , Thank you for having me "
" Haha no need to sweat it , enjoy today "
( They look alike , especially today , This is gonna be troublesome ......hehe )
Nara Shikaku , The Nara Clan Head and The Brain of The INO-SHIKA-CHO thought to himself while smiling internally
( This is Good ...even God is helping me .......with this even those civilian Jonins will be moved , The Smarter ones will definitly be on board and .......Ehhh I didn't invite the fools though )
Greeting the kids , Shikaku notices his wife standing just a little distance and went up to her
" What happened , Yoshino " Shikaku
" he really looks alike "
Seeing the distracting look on her face , Shikaku also follows his wife's gaze and looks at Uzumaki Naruto
" Yeah "
" can i talk with him " Yoshino
" Why are you asking that to me "
" open area , middle of the day and even ANBU inside and you didn't even talk to him much either ....should I say more " Yoshino
" ...... just don't say troublesome things "
" ....Really "
" umm , Him being here means , The Hokage approves , just don't ---"
" I know ...... I am also Matriach of Nara Clan "
Saying her piece , The Matriach of Nara Clan heads to the kids area with a target in sight and a lot of guilt and emotions inside her heart .
Seeing His Wife going away with eager steps , The Nara Clan Head also looks at 'him' and sighs inwardly
( 9 years .......alas I really don't know how I will face you in Pure Land , My Friend )
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Ding ..!!
Sign-in Location - The Nara Clan
Sign-in Reward - Sharp Mind
Sharp Mind ( Passive ) - A Sharp Mind
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Looking at his new skill , especially a Passive skill , Naruto while eating a snack with Ino and Choji looked especially happy , but this was just a beginning of nightmare
" Ino , why don't you introduce me with your friend "
" aah ,Hello Aunt ......Naruto , this is Aunt Yoshino , Shikamaru's Mom "
" Hello Aunt Yoshino ....... I am Uzumaki Naruto "
Looking at smiling Aunt , Naruto notices Shikamaru disappearence and also Ino's quietness and Choji wiping his hands and eating with MANNERS.
( Now that I look closely .......her eyes look a bit dangerous )
A chill run down his spine when he notices that 'gentle' aunt is wiping a corner of his mouth from the sauce and
( Just when and how did she get here ......she was just there .......!!! )