Hiruzen now saw this as his opportunity to set Naruto and Honoka's plan into action, "I motion that we reinstate the history of Uzu no Kuni, Uzushiogakure and the Uzumaki Clan back into Konoha's history books. Everyone will have to be reeducated and learn the truth about the Uzumaki in its entirety. It won't be easy as so many have already been conditioned to believe what they have been taught over the years. Therefore the villagers' reeducation will be in stages. With Honoka having in depth knowledge about her people and country, I recommend that she becomes the teacher of that class, and after learning details of her ninja expertise and years of field and combat experience, I'll automatically give her the rank of Chuunin.
"Furthermore, I motion that Naruto and Honoka be granted clan status and be allowed to reside in the house Yondaime lived in. I also motion that Naruto be given everything that belonged to both Yondaime and Kushina as his birthright which also includes the treasury saved by Yondaime. All in favor of the motions being carried out?"
All of the clan leaders raised their hands. Some on the civilian council raised their hands as well, though a few didn't. After a short moment though, the rest that didn't raise their hands soon did so in union with the rest of the civilian and shinobi council.
"And all who oppose?" Hiruzen asked as everyone dropped their hands. Though Homura, Koharu, and Danzo didn't vote in favor, they didn't vote against it either.
"Then, the motions are official and will be carried out," Hiruzen stated.
Koharu suggested, "Since Uzumaki Honoka-san is to be given the rank of Chuunin, then perhaps as the older of the two, she should be given charge over Naruto and everything belonging to the Uzumaki Cl-"
"I refuse!" Honoka interjected.
"Excuse us?" Homura replied.
"Naruto-kun is the last direct descendant of the last leader of our clan and is the sole son of your late Yondaime. And by shinobi law, Naruto being a Genin makes him an official adult and ninja answering directly to the Hokage. Furthermore, Naruto-kun is far more knowledgeable about your village and its laws than me. Under these conditions, it's not my place to take charge over Naruto-kun or the soon to be re-established Uzumaki Clan. I would be more than happy if Naruto-kun was given the responsibly of managing the revival and reconstruction of our clan," Honoka requested.
The chamber was silent as they gave careful consideration to Honoka's words. From what they saw, she brought out some valid points, but there was still one other question in mind.
"And what part would you play in all this were we to grant this appeal?" Koharu asked.
"I would be Naruto-kun's advisor and guide," Honoka answered.
"So as a Chuunin, you're willing to submit yourself to this inexperienced Genin who would be beneath you in rank," A civilian council woman asked. Neither Naruto nor Honoka missed how the woman undermined Naruto's abilities and legacy. Honoka was about to give a retort when…
"First off, the civilian section of this council has no say in clan affairs. Two, based on the information provided for us during this meeting, Naruto is the firstborn male descendant, in a long line of Uzumaki Clan leaders thus it's his birthright, not Honoka's," Shikaku emphasized.
"I agree," Hiashi spoke up, "I see no reason to deny Naruto the role of re-establishing the Uzumaki Clan which rest entirely on him, who in time will become the new clan leader of the Uzumaki."
"Surprising; you sound so sure of the boy, Hiashi-san," Danzo remarked.
"I watched Naruto for the past number of years and I see the potential he possesses. And seeing how he dealt with all of our ninja of various ranks and including the Hokage, no disrespect, I have no doubt that he'll become one of our strongest ninja. Furthermore, I watched how he won over the respect of some of the members of my clan both Main House and Cadet Branch members alike. He even managed the mend the sharp rift that once existed between my two daughters, something I admit that I and the elders in my clan were responsible for. Naruto has helped my elder daughter in ways that I as her father have failed, and for that he has my utmost appreciation and respect," Hiashi enlightened.
Everyone in the chamber knew the kind of stern and traditional man Hiashi was, especially when it came to clan affairs. But what was also known about him was that he was very protective of his two daughters in spite of his firm character as a clan leader, and without hesitation he would kill anyone who'd pose a threat to either Hinata or Hanabi. For him to speak so highly of the village pariah spoke volumes.
"Do you truly see Naruto as such a person," an older civilian council man asked.
Hiashi gave the man a Byakugan enhanced death glare and retorted with a hardened tone, "I wouldn't have spoken such words about the boy if I didn't believe my own words and I wouldn't have trusted or allowed him to be near my daughters if I viewed him as a threat or in the same foolish way the villagers have over the years."
Many thought that he just tolerated Naruto being around Hinata and Hanabi, but they never knew how attached Hiashi became to Naruto over the years. If one thing was certain, Hiruzen was happy that Naruto managed to win over the noble clan leader. And having Hiashi speak on Naruto's behalf would definitely silence possible objections to Naruto's birthright as the heir of the Uzumaki Clan. Hiruzen nodded and approved, "Based on the supporting testimonies from both Shikaku and Hiashi along with your explanation Honoha-san, your request is granted."
"Thank you, Sandaime-sama," Honoka said.
Hiruzen continued, "Now, as for revealing Naruto's parentage, that will be done-"
"Jiisan?" Naruto requested. Hiruzen turned to Naruto.
"Yes Naruto?"
"Let everyone in this chamber go home today and explain this to their families and friends themselves. Let them go home and explain to everyone how they mistreated the son of the Yondaime, Konoha's Yellow Flash. Since the history of my clan is to be re-established into Konoha's history books, hiding who my parents are wouldn't make sense as it's part of the Uzumaki history. It wouldn't be enough if only you declared my heritage as everyone here should have a role in doing this," Naruto suggested.
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