Chapter 5
“Hello, Hokage-sama.“ Hikaru said awkwardly.“I’m Uzumaki Hikaru and this is Uzumaki Yasu. Your Shinobi offered us a place in Konoha…“
“Ah, yes. I’m sorry I was expecting just one of you. Did both of you collect the bounties or just one? Forgive me if this is too straightforward.“ The old man looked curious, a polite smile on his face.
“We always fought together. It would be foolish to go against such strong opponents without any help, even if you could beat them alone.“ Yasu spoke up.
“The more the merrier!“ Hikaru grinned.
“Don’t you mean better safe than sorry?“ Yasu raised an eyebrow.
“Same thing.“
Yasu rolled his eyes. “Anyways, we started dressing similar to confuse the opponents, but we hadn’t anticipated that everyone would think we are the same person. We apologize for the shock.“
“Don’t apologize. Two powerful Shinobi are better than one, right? But you want to join our ranks, don’t you?“
“We would love to.“
“Alright, you will be watched for a month or two and you will have to tell me more about yourselves and your life, but we can do that at a later date.“
“Of course, Hokage-sama.“
“We will have to talk about your living arrangements. Kakashi, You live alone in an apartment in the Jounin complex, don’t you?“
Kakashi sighs inwardly, knowing where this was going.
“Yes, Hokage-sama“
“Great! You wont be living alone for some time now, at least until they start missions and have enough money to pay rent.“ The Hokage smiled at Kakashi’s hidden disdain.
“Now Yasu-san, Hikaru-san, I need you to fill out these forms to apply for citizenship and to join our Jounin ranks.“
Both of the Uzumaki were handed several sheets of paper that they quickly started to fill out. It took several minutes until they were handed back and the Hokage signed them.
“Now one last thing before i let you go.“ He grabbed something and presented it to the redheads. “You’ll need these to be recognized as official Konoha shinobi“ In his hand were two shiny Konoha forehead protectors.
“Thank you so much, Hokage-sama“ Both of the new Konoha Jounin whispered in awe, Hikaru louder and more emotional and Yasu quiet and sincere. They quickly exchange them with their Uzushio ones.
“A nice fit“ the Hokage smiled. Hikaru sniffles in response, failing to completely stop his tears. Yasu pats his back in comfort, but has teary eyes as well.
“Now Genma, would you mind giving our new comers a tour?“
“Of course not Hokage-sama. Just follow me, you two. Do you mind grabbing something to eat first? I’m starving.“ Genma leaves the room, the Uzumakis in tow.
The Hokage and Kakashi stood in silence for a minute, listening to their footsteps.
“So Kakashi, what do you think of them?“
“Yasu-kun is more reserved than Hikaru-kun. He is quiet and keeps to himself most of the time, but he cares a lot about Hikaru. I’m pretty sure he does the sand Jutsu alongside some fuinjutsu. Hikaru-kun is very bright and more approachable. He openly shows how much he cares about the people around him. Ive seen him working on very advanced seals so its safe to say he is a seal master. He also uses Shadow clones a lot, even in non-combat situations like to do those fancy hairstyles they wear. Both of them seem to be on the same level tai- and kenjutsu wise. I haven’t found out about their chakra elements yet.“
The Hokage nods. “Thank you, Kakashi. Please report when you find out more. You are dismissed. Go and prepare your apartment for guests.“ The Hokage smirked.
“Of course“ Kakashi answered, sounding like he was in physical pain. Having to spend even more time with people sounds like a nightmare come true.