Uzumaki Naruto

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A/N: Aisu backstory edit complete

NOTE: Any instance I use Dattebayo incorrectly or inconsistently with Naruto's personality till the end of Shippuden, please point it out.

I don't want to create a disaster like they did in Boruto: NNG manga.

(don't believe me? Read the manga chapters where Kawaki appears)

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Question: Did I put a picture of 10-year-old Aki?

Question: Which character stats next?

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Name: A (4th Raikage)

Affiliation: Kumogakure

Age: 37-38 (when Naruto was 7)

Partner: Killer Bee (Adoptive Brother)

Mastered Natures: Lightning, Earth (unknown), Water (unknown)

(I mean I only saw him use lightning)

Nature Affinity: Lightning, Earth, Water

Chakra Mode: Lightning

Level: Kage

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LET THE CHAPTER BEGIN

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The boy noticed Aki staring and grinned, his blue eyes shining. "Hey! You're new around here, aren't you?" he asked, his voice full of curiosity.

Aki nodded slightly. "Yeah, just got here," he replied.

The boy's grin widened even more. "I'm Naruto Uzumaki! I'm gonna be the Hokage someday, believe it!" His voice was full of that unmistakable, unwavering determination that only a child could possess.

Aki raised an eyebrow, a bit amused by Naruto's confidence. "Hokage, huh? That's a big goal," he said with a beaming smile. "Best of luck!"

'What great luck to actually meet the protagonist on my first visit,' Aki thought to himself happily.

Naruto puffed out his chest proudly. "You bet it is! But I'm gonna do it! And when I do, I'll make sure the whole village is a great place for everyone!" He paused, looking at Aki in surprise. "Wait, you think I can do it?"

Naruto found it surprising that someone actually believed him right now, especially when everyone else mocked his ambitious goal. Maybe he had found a friend.

"Oh, and what's your name?"

"Aki," he replied simply. "And yes, I believe you can do it."

'Which idiotic fan would think otherwise about the Seventh Hokage?'

"Nice to meet you, Aki!" Naruto couldn't hide his happiness at Aki's words. "You're gonna love this place. It's the best ramen in the world, dattebayo!"

Aki couldn't help but smile at the boy's infectious energy. "I hope so," he said.

Just then, the owner placed a steaming bowl of ramen in front of Aki. "One miso ramen with chicken and extra slices!" he said with a smile.

Aki murmured a thank you and picked up his chopsticks, taking his first bite. The flavors were rich and comforting, a brief respite from the chaos in his mind.

The ramen tasted so good that Aki couldn't extricate himself from devouring it completely, only catching Naruto's words between his slurps.

"See? Told ya!" Naruto said, already halfway through his second bowl. "This place makes everything better! I come here whenever I can!"

Aki replied between slurps, his cheeks puffed with food. "Yeah, it's really good," he admitted.

Naruto grinned, his cheeks full of noodles. "You know, Aki, when I'm Hokage, I'll make sure everyone in the village gets to eat ramen whenever they want! No one should go hungry, dattebayo!"

Aki glanced at him, a little surprised by the boy's earnestness. "That's... a nice thought," he replied, unsure of how to respond to Naruto's boundless optimism.

Naruto nodded vigorously. "Yup! And I'll protect everyone too! So, if you're ever in trouble, I'll be there to help, dattebayo!"

Aki blinked at Naruto's unexpected declaration of support. There was something so pure and sincere about the way Naruto spoke, a belief in his words that was hard to dismiss, even for someone like Aki who had been through so much.

"Well, thanks," Aki said, a small, genuine smile tugging at his lips. "I'll remember that, future Hokage."

Naruto beamed, clearly pleased with the title. "You got it!" He turned back to his bowl, slurping down the last of his ramen with gusto.

'Damn Talk no Jutsu… Naruto, you already won me over,' Aki mused to himself.

If Naruto were the Hokage right now, Aki might have defected without a doubt. But for now, it's Hiruzen, and the village is most dangerous during his era.

Otherwise, how would Kishimoto write about Naruto's journey and the improvement of the village over time? In Naruto's era, it becomes the best place to live in across all villages.

"Let's play," Aki decided to be a child once more with Naruto. This time by choice, not because of circumstances.

"REALLY?" Naruto was over the moon, ecstatic that someone was finally willing to play with him, regardless of his new friend's origins.

Aki finished his bowl of ramen, wiping his mouth with the back of his hand. He looked over at Naruto, who was already bouncing on the stool with excitement.

Aki knew he needed to check in with his assigned Jonin before spending more time with Naruto.

"Hey, Naruto," Aki started, trying to sound casual. "I just need to talk to someone real quick. You know, uh, my guardian. Gotta let him know where I am."

Naruto tilted his head in curiosity. "Guardian? Oh, you mean like a babysitter or something?" He laughed, clearly finding the idea amusing.

Aki chuckled, scratching the back of his head. "Yeah, something like that."

"Order up more Ramen if you want to eat, I'm paying" Aki's words sent another wave of excitement in Naruto.

"Two bowls of ramen with miso base and extra chasu, also add Naruto toppings" Naruto ordered more without hesitation at those words.

With that Aki went outside the shop and found the Jonin the third Hokage had sent to watch over him.

"Hey," Aki greeted, trying to sound casual despite the tension. "I just met a new friend. Naruto Uzumaki. We were thinking of playing for a bit. Is that okay?"

Jonin's eyes narrowed at the mention of Naruto's name, his demeanor becoming even more rigid. "Naruto Uzumaki?" He spat the name out as if it left a bad taste in his mouth.

"Listen, kid, you don't want to associate with him. He's nothing but trouble." His tone was harsh, full of disdain.

Aki frowned, taken aback by Jonin's reaction. "Trouble? He's just a kid, and he seems like a good person," Aki argued, his voice firm. "He was the first person to actually talk to me since I got here."

The Jonin's expression remained unyielding. "You have no idea what you're dealing with," he said coldly.

"That boy is a nuisance, a constant headache for everyone in the village. It's not about being a 'good person.' There are things you don't understand."

Aki's eyes hardened. "All I see is a kid who's trying his best," he replied sharply. "If you think I'm going to ignore him just because of some rumors or whatever grudge people have, then you're wrong."

The Jonin stared at Aki for a long moment, his lips thinning into a tight line. "Fine," he said coldly.

"Do what you want. But don't say I didn't warn you." His words were strict, almost a command, but Aki could tell they came from ingrained bias rather than genuine concern.

Aki met the Jonin's gaze, unflinching. "Noted," he said curtly before turning away to head back inside the ramen shop.

'tsk tsk another goddamned Naruto hater of Konoha, you'll eat your words once he becomes the Hokage. If you're alive by the time that is.' With those thoughts, Aki returned to the shop.

Aki was contemplating whether to put this motherfucker on his kill list.

"I have returned" Aki announced as he returned, 'How's that for you people expecting the words "I'm back" from me to roast me' he mused to himself.

Naruto was still at the counter, enjoying his second bowl of ramen with pure bliss. His eyes lit up at Aki's words.

"So, are we going?" Naruto asked with a shaky voice, after all, most kids have refused him after talking to their guardians.

"Of course," Aki replied with a beaming smile bringing excitement back to Naruto's face.

Naruto's eyes widened with delight. "Really? Thanks, Aki!" He jumped off the stool, practically vibrating with excitement. "Let's go play, then!"

Aki paid the ryo he owed to the shop and followed Naruto to the supposed best spot. He wanted to know what prank this prankster would bring him along for.

Aki was kind of envious of Naruto's optimism, it is so unnatural that people think of him as the worst protagonist in the Big 3.

If there was anyone else in his position, they would have gone Eren Jaeger mode and destroyed the world.

'If Naruto was also evil, there is no way for Naruto-verse to survive.'

Just imagine Naruto joining hands with Madara and Obito during the 4GNW or with Pain right after Sakura summons him back.

While Aki was thinking that Naruto brought him to a shop selling paint. 'No fucking way, we're doing THAT" Aki thought fearing it might cost him his sanity to be friends with a kid like Naruto.

'You get what you sign up for'