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Pov:- Tatsuya senju
As we made our way to our father's working area, I could see numerous gazes falling on me and my brothers.
I think it must be because we were little children and me being no different than a toddler.
One fact I hated was my mother dressing me up with two shorts ponytails. Anyone at first glance might as well think I was a girl.
Now seeing the curious gazes directed at us, specifically me, I couldn't help but get embarrassed.
Entering the room, it was almost as if the whole world has turned silent... No voices of outside could be heard. The tent was packed with older men.
Gazing around, , I saw a beautiful lady standing beside my father, who was exuding a cold aura.His mere presence making no one present in the room speak a word.
The lady had deep red hair with blue eyes, similar to mine , she gave a similar vibe to my father.. A dangerous one.. But when her gaze fell on me... All that serious demnour was thrown out of the window... If there were any present...
I moved towards her.. Leaving my brothers behind who stood under the scrutiny of various elders and A rank ninjas.
As of now the ranks of genin chunin jounin were not formalized.
But if given a proper evaluation in comparison to modern rankings then genin occupied the ranks of -D, D, +D, each indicating beginner, advanced and elite respectively.
Chunnins occupied the ranks of -C, C, +C
Special jounins occupied -B, B, +B
Jounins occupied -A, A, +A.
Most of the elders occupied this category unless one is too old to maintain with that title.
Then their was the kage level which was unofficially in this era known as clan head level.
Their are no specifications known about this but still it can be categorized on their amount of experience and capabilities they behold.
Their were Three clan head level people currently in the senju clan. They were My father, second elder who was my father's brother 'Uncle Nozohito' and the seventh elder ' Senju Akari'.
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The large, wooden doors of the Senju clan leader's office slid open, revealing a room filled with esteemed clan elders and the three Senju brothers: Hashirama, Tobirama, and Tatsuya. The two elder brothers, Hashirama and Tobirama, stood upright and proud, their eyes fixed intently on their father, Senju Butsuma.
Two-year-old Tatsuya, on the other hand, had already been lifted from the ground , present in the embrace of his mother's arms , curiously looking around.
Butsuma, seated behind his large, ornate desk, surveyed his sons with a serious expression. "Hashirama, Tobirama," he began, his voice firm but measured. "You have both reached the age where you will begin taking on shinobi missions. It is time for you to prove yourselves as worthy members of our clan."
Hashirama and Tobirama exchanged a look, their faces set with determination. They nodded in unison, eager to accept the challenge.
But hearing this a worrying expression appeared on Aina's face though she quickly hid it, so as to not give anyone a chance to look at her.
Listening to the orders of his father who had officially deployed his elder brothers to undertake missions ,Tatsuya couldn't help but think that troubles were officially on their way.
Troubles will always find their way to the reincarnation of Ashura and Indra, but because of this status, they will also find some way or another out of those troublesome situations.
And if worse comes then who knows from where grandpa Hagoroma will pop out from, just to save the reincarnations of his children.
Butsuma's gaze then shifted to Tatsuya, who was busy exploring the intricate patterns on the floor. "And as for you, Tatsuya," he said, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "You will be traveling with your mother to the Uzumaki clan grounds. It is time for you to begin learning about your mother's heritage and the traditions of our allied clan."
Hearing his name Tatuysa immediately looked towards his father.. Learning about his eventual departure from the senju clan lands.
' This is sudden.... Is the upcoming battle against the land of Earth's daimyo's forces going to be so catastrophic that I need to relocate with mom?? '. Though confusion shrouded his face, he immediately hid it.
Tatsuya looked up at his mother, Aina, who smiled reassuringly. He giggled and wrapped his arms around her , happy to be going on an adventure with her and also because this will provide him an opportunity to know more about the mysterious uzumakis and their vast array of sealing techniques.
The clan elders nodded in approval, their faces grave with the weight of responsibility. The shinobi world was once again descending into chaos, the last time such situation happened ,The senjus lost their previous patriach , the father of Butsuma who after his death took the reins of the clan with his military feats, which he had achieved in the past battles.
They knew that the Senju brothers would one day be leaders among their people, and it was essential that they be trained in the ways of the shinobi irrespective of their young age.
As the meeting drew to a close, Butsuma stood, his eyes locked on his sons. "Remember, Hashirama and Tobirama, your actions reflect not only on yourselves, but on our entire clan. Conduct yourselves with honor and integrity. "
The Senju brothers bowed, their faces set with determination. Tatsuya, still clinging to his mother's hand, grinned up at her, excited for the adventures that lay ahead.
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The fifth elder of senju clan ' senju Teko " Upon hearing the departure of Tatsuya and his mother couldn't help but sigh , already knowing how much trouble he is going to get into upon returning home.
As he knocked on the entrance of his house , aloud booming voice could be heard.
" Grandpa - grandpa you are home hahaha" a little girl could be seen running towards him as soon as the door was opened by his daughter in law.
Immediately she went to his arms as Teko picked him up, he asked in a gentle and caring voice " So how was your day princess, did you miss your grandpa? "
" Yes, yes I did... So grandpa would you mind if- " As she was speaking in a buttering voice in an attempt to make him agree on something, her mother's voice who was behind her could be heard in an teasing tone, " Why are you lying to grandpa dear. You were thinking of Tatsuya from the moment you woke up today".
" Ahhhhh no no.... That's not true" She screamed as a healthy tone of blush covered her face.
" From the first time you met that toddler you have kept saying his name... So you can't lie to me" Her mom continued in a teasing tone.
" Well before you all continue with this topic and hurt my heart more.. I have got some unhappy news for you Toka. " Teko said in a slightly embarrassed tone after being ignored by both his granddaughter and daughter in law.
He continued, " Well you see my dear, your new friend is going to his mother's clan land, so you won't be able to see him for a long time".
" Huh, wha- what do you mean grandpa "asked the three your old girl present in the arms of her grandfather, with a shocked expression.
" I meant exactly what I said - " As he was about to further explain Toka immediately got of her grandfather's embrace and walked away to the dining room with a slightly dejected experssion.
" Ain't she only three, just what magic did that boy do to her " Her mother said to no one in particular but Teko heard it.
" Well you can't blame her... That was the first friend she had ever made, previously we never allowed her to go out of the house, and since this was the first time she saw a person about her age, she couldn't help but get attached to him". Teko explained, but he was also a bit sad on seeing the lonely expression present on his granddaughter's face who had just left him.
" I know but... ... Anyway is the upcoming conflict really going to be that much dangerous father, that the clan leader needs to vacate his youngest child? " She asked, her voice filled with doubt.
" Well you see the clan leader hold's special love towards his youngest, this was not even shown when hashirama and tobirama were born so it is of no doubt that he wishes to protect him... Atleast until he comes to the age where he could hold a kunai in his hand"
Then he added with a bit of seriousness, " As for the upcoming conflict, then yes it is actually going to be a big one... And could go on for about next 5 to 6 years. "
" I see... It seem's this time even I'll have to present on the battlefield ? " she asked in a confirming tone since she herself were a C+ level ninja.
" Indeed.. If the situation gets hectic then you'll have to....." he confirmed, a bit slightly agitated and remorseful since he had lost his son in the last ' Uchiha vs Senju ' war.