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The day was bright and full of promise as families gathered in the courtyard of the Ninja Academy. The air was thick with chatter and excitement as parents and children prepared for one of the biggest steps in a young ninja's life—entering the academy. Among them were notable clans of Konoha, each standing out with their own unique presence.
Naruto Uzumaki strode through the crowd, his head held high, his bright blue eyes filled with excitement as he took in his surroundings. By his side was his mother, Kushina Uzumaki, who smiled warmly at him, clearly proud and supportive.
Yet, there was an odd dynamic between them. While most children clung to their parents, following their lead, it was clear that in the Uzumaki household, Naruto was the one in charge.
"Mom," Naruto called out, glancing back at Kushina. "Hurry up! We've gotta get in line!"
Kushina chuckled, jogging to catch up. "Alright, alright, Naruto! You're so impatient, y'know!"
Naruto shot her a grin. "We can't waste time, Mom. Today's important."
Kushina's eyes softened as she watched him, almost submissive.
Naruto had always been a unique child, wise beyond his years in many ways, yet still full of the energy and enthusiasm that came with youth. She would do anything for him, anything... that much was clear.
As they made their way through the crowd, Naruto noticed familiar faces—children from various clans he'd seen around the village, many with their parents by their side. His eyes lingered on the members of the Uchiha, Hyuga, and Yamanaka clans, all of whom carried themselves with the poise and confidence their families were known for.
Just then, he heard a small, gentle voice call out, "Naruto!"
He turned to see Hinata Hyuga standing a few feet away, her face lighting up when he looked at her. She was a shy girl, but Naruto had shown her kindness on more than one occasion, giving her the courage to approach him.
Beside her was Sakura Haruno, her pink hair unmistakable in the crowd. She, too, waved, her expression full of excitement. Both girls quickly approached him, their smiles widening as they got closer.
"Naruto-kun," Hinata greeted softly, her cheeks pink with a faint blush. "It's good to see you here."
"Hey, Naruto!" Sakura added, her voice a bit more enthusiastic. "Are you excited?"
Naruto grinned back at them, nodding. "Of course! Today's the start of everything! Are you guys ready?"
Hinata nodded, looking down shyly, while Sakura's eyes sparkled with determination. "I'm totally ready! We're all going to become amazing ninjas!"
Kushina, observing the scene, couldn't help but smile warmly. "Naruto, you've already got friends here. That's wonderful!"
As they chatted, a few steps away stood Hiashi Hyuga and Kizashi Haruno, Hinata and Sakura's fathers. Both men approached Kushina, bowing their heads respectfully.
"Kushina-sama," Hiashi greeted her with a formal tone, though there was a hint of warmth in his eyes. "It's good to see you here. The academy must be honored to have the son of the Fourth Hokage among their students."
Kushina laughed, waving her hand dismissively. "Ah, come on, Hiashi! There's no need to be so formal, you know! Naruto's just a kid like everyone else. He's got to earn his place like the rest."
Kizashi nodded in agreement, a friendly smile on his face. "It's a great day for all of us, isn't it? Seeing our kids take this first step."
Kushina nodded, her gaze softening as she looked back at Naruto, who was now engaged in a cheerful conversation with both girls. "Yeah… It's a big day. I couldn't be prouder of him."
Soon, more and more familiar faces arrived.
"Ino!" Sakura called out happily to a cute blond girl, familiar with her.
Ino greeted Sakura and waved at Naruto. "Naruto! You're looking as confident as ever. Think you'll be the star of the academy?"
Naruto smirked, his tone smooth. "Oh, I don't think, Ino—I know. But don't worry, there's plenty of spotlight to share. You and Sakura might even steal a little of it if you try hard enough."
Ino blinked, momentarily caught off guard by the subtle boldness in his tone. She glanced at Sakura, who seemed equally perplexed, the depth of his words flying just above their heads. Yet both girls found themselves inexplicably drawn to his charisma.
Not far away, Kiba Inuzuka appeared with Akamaru perched proudly on his head, barking excitedly. "Naruto, you think you're hot stuff, huh? Don't forget, I've got Akamaru, and together we're unstoppable!"
Naruto turned to Kiba, his smirk unfaltering. "Unstoppable, huh? I guess we'll find out. But remember, Kiba—it's not just about barking loudly. You gotta bite harder."
Hana Inuzuka, Kiba's elder sister, chuckled as she approached, her arms crossed. "Careful, Kiba. You're dealing with someone who clearly knows how to talk the talk."
Naruto's grin shifted into something more refined as his eyes met Hana's. "Hana-san, you're right about that. But some people know how to do more than just talk. Maybe one day, I'll get to show you."
Hana's confident demeanor faltered for a split second as her lips parted in surprise. She quickly recovered, smirking. "You're pretty smooth for a kid, Naruto. Keep practicing—you might just turn into someone worth watching."
Kushina, standing nearby, laughed heartily, placing a hand on Naruto's shoulder. "This kid's got the charm of a seasoned diplomat and the mouth of a troublemaker. Takes after me, y'know?"
As they continued to chat, another familiar voice called out, "Kushina!"
Turning, Kushina's face lit up as she saw her best friend, Mikoto Uchiha, walking toward her with her son, Sasuke, in tow. Mikoto's graceful presence was unmistakable, and her son had inherited her dark hair and intense gaze.
"Mikoto!" Kushina greeted, moving forward to hug her friend. "It's been too long! And look at you, Sasuke! You've grown so much since I last saw you!"
Sasuke, standing beside his mother, looked at Kushina with a polite nod, though his gaze was mostly on Naruto. There was a slight look of appraisal in his eyes as if sizing him up.
Mikoto gave a soft laugh. "Sasuke, why don't you say hello to Naruto? You two will be in the same class, after all."
Sasuke turned to Naruto, his expression a mix of arrogance and curiosity.
"So, you're the son of the Fourth Hokage," He stated, his tone matter-of-fact.
Naruto raised an eyebrow, his grin unfaltering. "Yeah, and you're the Uchiha kid everyone talks about. Good to finally meet you!"
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