Naruto snorted, "If that were the case I doubt he would have attacked our team."
"Perhaps, but from what I understand he had a specific purpose for doing that," Sarutobi said. "Perhaps you three can elaborate on what happened from your perspective."
The three genin looked at each other, nodding before they began to corroborate their story. Telling Sarutobi what happened to them from after the group had been separated by a Fuuton jutsu. Several times in throughout the brief, the old Hokage felt like he was going to have a heart attack, especially when he was told of Naruto basically sacrificing himself for his teammates, though a part of him could also not help but feel pride at Naruto's willingness to sacrifice himself for his teammates.
At the end of the report he frowned, "So you're telling me that both of you received the curse seal?"
"Hai, that sounds right," Naruto replied.
"And yours is no longer there?"
Naruto sighed before showing either side of his neck where the cursed seal would be, but there was nothing there. "I managed to beat the hebi-teme's power back, I suppose that just goes to show how truly awesome I am."
His teammates snorted while Sarutobi chuckled, "I see, well that is good to hear. Now Sasuke, anything Orochimaru gives is extremely dangerous so I am afraid we will have to seal it…"
"Don't worry Ojisan," Naruto interrupted, "I already took care of it."
Sarutobi blinked, "What do you mean you already took care of it?"
"I mean I sealed it up," Naruto answered as if it should have been obvious.
"Show me," The aging Hokage ordered. Sasuke frowned but went over to Sarutobi and showed him the seal none the less. The Hokage looked down at the seal to see the familiar heaven seal like Anko's. However surrounding that was a seal that looked extremely complex and powerful. ""What kind of seal is this?"
"It's a modified version of the Fuja Hoin (Evil Sealing Method), it's essentially a double-layered version of that," Naruto answered, at Sarutobi's enquiring look he continued. "As you know the Fuja Hoin is a seal that ties the users will to its ability to seal whatever you're trying to seal away."
At Sarutobi's nod Naruto continued, "What I did was dual layer it so that rather than just being tied to Sasuke's will, it's also tied to my will; meaning that even if Sasuke tried to use it, it wouldn't work unless I gave permission for it to be used. This also has the added benefit of allowing Sasuke to train harder since he does not need to worry about keeping the seal in check."
Sarutobi stared at the blond in amazement as he listened to the boy's explanation. To think that in less than six months Naruto-kun has come so far in such a vague and difficult skill to learn. He truly is your son Minato.
"That's extremely impressive Naruto-kun," Sarutobi said. "I am actually surprised by how good you have gotten in your sealing."
"Hehehe, thanks Ojisan," Naruto rubbed the back of his head as an embarrassed blush spread across his face.
"You know, if you're interested I could have Jiraiya look over a few of your seal designs when he gets into the village," Sarutobi suggested.
"You mean Jiraiya, theJiraiya? Of the Sannin?" asked Naruto in shock.
"Yes the very same, I have recalled him from a mission I sent him on and he should be returning sometime within the next month."
Naruto grinned, "That. Would. Be. AWESOME!"
Sarutobi chuckled, "I am glad to know you're pleased. I do have a question though; can you put that seal on Anko?"
Naruto's shoulders slumped a bit at that, "No, because Anko already as a Fuja Hoin on it I can't. That would have to be removed before I could place this one on her, and if the seal is removed the cursed seal would flare up and destroy her chakra coils, especially since she's never used it before and would be unable to handle the influx of power."
"I see…" Sarutobi sighed sadly, "I thank you three for giving me your report on what happened. The second stage for the Chunin Exams will be ending in two days, so I suggest you use that time to rest."
"In that case I'm going to get some food. I feel like I haven't eaten in weeks." Naruto said as he and the other two left, "I wonder if they have any Ichiraku's here."
As the door shut Sarutobi looked over to the corner of the room, "What do you think?"
There was a shimmer before a man appeared in the corner. He was taller than most people, standing at around 6'5" and had long white spiky hair that went to his mid back and was held up by a head band that had two horns on either side and the kanji for oil on the front. He was wearing a green gi under a red vest and had wooden geta sandals, along with a large summoning scroll attached to his back.
The man gave thoughtful look as he glanced back at the doorway, "The gaki is definitely talented, I can tell you that. I'm not even sure Minato could have come up with a seal like that at his age. And this means we won't have to worry about the snake trying to affect the Uchiha's mind since it would have to go through Naruto."
"So I'm guessing you would be willing to help him out over the one month period?" asked Sarutobi. "I also need you to look at his seal, I fear the Kyuubi may be able to try and influence him. It was able to speak with him during the mission to Nami, I want to make sure that won't happen Jiraiya."
Jiraiya frowned before shrugging, "Well, we'll see what happens; so long as it doesn't cut into my research."
"Have you no shame Jiraiya-kun," Sarutobi scolded.
"And your telling me you do?" asked Jiraiya with a grin, "Besides, I only need a little bit more material before I come up with my newest Icha Icha series."
"Hmmm well that is quite important," Sarutobi said in agreement. "Still, I think you should help train the boy."
"Don't worry old man, I'll help the gaki along," Jiraiya said. "Now if you'll excuse me, I've got to go do some 'research'."
Sarutobi watched as Jiraiya disappeared, sighing he went back to thinking about all the information he had on Orochimaru.
I will need to be careful with my old student around…just what are you planning…Orochimaru.
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