The Swift Prodigy

Chapter 1: Hidden Leaf in Crisis

Chapter 1: Hidden Leaf in Crisis

Hiya guys, new story, hope you enjoy it. This isn't a neglect fic, I still haven't decided on the pairing. Suggestions are welcome. Please REVIEW and let me know what you think.

Chapter One

Hidden Leaf in Crisis

October 10, the night that will be forever carved into the hearts and minds of every citizen of Konohagakure. The citizens of Konoha at first, however, were blissfully unaware of the impending destruction of their homes.

The abrupt attack of the Nine Tailed Demon Fox had disrupted the normality and tranquillity of this day. The large fox's tails destroyed the village as it thrashed them around. It snarled and roared loudly as more of the village suffered. The shinobi of the hidden leaf bravely rushed the fox in the name of protecting their families and homes.

As the attack commenced within the village, young shinobi and citizens had already been evacuated to the forest, which overlooked the village. A barrier prevented anyone from getting in, likewise from getting out. However, the fact that the young shinobi couldn't fight alongside their teachers and comrades made them very restless.

"This is ridiculous, how....how are we supposed to prove our youthfulness if were are stuck here?" asked a young 16 year old Might Gai.

"There isn't anything we can do?" said Kakashi with a sigh.

The fox growled and slammed its hand on a group of shinobi.

Gai's hands were white as he balled it into a fist.

"Tsuande-sama and Jiraya-sama ordered us to stay here, so that's what we'll do, follow their orders and stay here", surmised Yoba.

"That's right", a jonin appeared in front of the large group of shinobi. "This isn't your fight; this fight is for the current generation of ninjas to fight. If we should all perish the it'll be your jobs to carry on the will of fire", he gave them the thumbs up then disappeared again.

"All we can do is wait for more orders", said Asuma Sarutobi.

Everyone else all had emotionless looks on their faces; it was a really solemn atmosphere. Whilst observing the carnage before them, a small cry from behind them broke their trances.

They all looked at the source, their expressions softening as they observed the young child. Naruto Namikaze, son of the 'Yellow Flash' and the 'Benihime' of Konoha. Tsuande and Jiraya dropped him off here so they could go fight the Kyuubi. The young boy had yellow pyjamas on; adjourning them was a pattern of animals. He had spiky blonde hair and azure eyes, which made him, look a lot like Minato.

At the moment he was upset, angry and frightened all at the same time. He threw a tantrum when Tsunade and Jiraya told him that he had to stay here. He proclaimed that he wanted to 'fight' and 'protect the village'.

In many ways we was very similar to Kushina at times, however, his personality best matched Minato's. He was a quiet and well-mannered boy, his parents never spoiled him and such he wasn't a bratty child.

His frightened dark azure eyes scanned the burning village as he watched his home be destroyed by the large fox.

Kakashi walked over to him, his eyes closed indicating that he was smiling.

"Hi there Naruto-kun", he said.

Naruto looked at him and quickly wiped his tears away.

"I wasn't crying okay", he said as he turned his head away and crossed his arms.