The Son Of The Fourth Hokage

Following Naruto's introduction, the question everyone was dying to ask surfaced.

"Um, Uzumaki Naruto, is your father really the Fourth Hokage?"

All eyes turned to Naruto, eager for his confirmation. The sudden attention made Naruto pause, unsure how to respond. He knew the truth of his lineage, but openly admitting it posed a problem. If he acknowledged it, the Third Hokage would surely confront him about how he knew. Any attempt to cover up would likely lead to more lies, and with his current lack of power, a single misstep could have serious consequences.

So, Naruto decided to dodge. "I don't know who this 'Fourth Hokage' you're talking about is. I lost my parents when I was very young... I've been living alone, struggling with food and clothes."

Naruto's delivery of his supposed tragic life story left him feeling like he was auditioning on The Voice. But he wasn't lying—this was the truth of the Naruto in the original story.

Meanwhile, the Third Hokage, watching through his crystal ball, was exasperated. What does this kid mean he doesn't have enough to eat or clothes to keep warm? Though the pocket money provided might have been a bit sparse, it was because Naruto had a unique bloodline. The Hokage knew Naruto had more food in his fridge than he did! The boy was even taller than other kids his age, clearly well-nourished. If I keep watching this kid, he'll give me a stroke, thought the Hokage.

The classroom was moved by Naruto's story. Some students were even tearing up, and Iruka's eyes reddened.

"Naruto! Even if you're not the son of the Fourth Hokage, we'll still be your friends!"

"No! Maybe he is the Fourth's son, but doesn't know it!"

"Naruto, I brought extra lunch today. You can have mine."

The classmates' sympathy for Naruto was overwhelming. Even Sasuke, from his seat, couldn't help but feel a sense of confusion. This guy doesn't have enough food? Sasuke remembered seeing Naruto with a full breakfast, envying the meal. Who is this guy kidding?

Naruto, seeing the sympathy, tried to maintain his composure. "I didn't say all this to get sympathy from you all. I just want to tell you that no matter what others say, I am Uzumaki Naruto!"

His bold statement left everyone stunned. Even the Third Hokage was taken aback. This kid... he really does resemble Minato, he thought, staring out the window at the Hokage Rock. Maybe it's time to reveal the truth.

The Third Hokage decided it was best to officially announce Naruto's heritage, ensuring that the boy's identity as the Nine Tails Jinchūriki wouldn't be an issue. He called for an Anbu member, giving orders to release the information.

As for Naruto, he quickly reverted to his usual bored demeanor. The rest of the morning was filled with dull theory, which Naruto promptly slept through. After school, he snuck away to a secluded spot, opened a portal, and went home for lunch. The afternoon found him at his favorite training spot by the river, practicing his tree-walking technique—a daily habit he couldn't shake.

Back in class, Hinata noticed the empty seat beside her and felt a pang of disappointment. Iruka, aware of Naruto's true identity, chose to let the boy's absence slide, understanding the complexities of his situation. What can I do? Even the Third Hokage gets a headache from this kid.

The Third Hokage himself was frustrated. I thought school would help Naruto socialize more, he lamented, but the kid's still doing his own thing. Watching Naruto train by the river, the Hokage felt his blood pressure rise. Realizing his medication was almost gone, he sighed deeply.

The Hokage Building's announcement of Naruto's parentage quickly spread through the village. A crowd gathered around the posted notice, Kakashi among them, lost in thought as he stared at the picture of the Fourth Hokage.

"Yo! Kakashi, why are you here?" Metkai's boisterous voice jolted Kakashi from his reverie.

"Looks like the Third Hokage finally revealed the kid's identity," Metkai observed, noticing Kakashi's downcast mood. "Are you okay?"

"Fine," Kakashi muttered, hands in his pockets as he walked away. Metkai watched him go, guessing Kakashi was headed to the flower shop.

The news of Naruto's lineage sparked a wave of mixed reactions. Some villagers expressed concern.

"No! The Nine Tails in that child killed the Fourth Hokage!"

"He's a disaster waiting to happen!"

"He might attack the village again in the future!"

"We need to control him for everyone's safety!"

Fears about the Nine Tails overshadowed Naruto's lineage. The Third Hokage, hearing the Anbu's report, was furious. He angrily summoned Danzo, suspecting him of stirring the pot.

Danzo... I warned him, the Third Hokage seethed. This has gone too far.