The Golden Fox [Naruto Fan-Fic]

Chapter 42: Hidden in the Light

Chapter 42: Hidden in the Light

4 years later...

A warm and summer day it was in the hidden Leaf village. It was four years since the battle that destroyed a large portion of the village; however, the village has since been returned to normal. The years and the hard work from the citizens returned Konoha to its former beauty. In returning the village to its former beauty, the stadium that was destroyed four years prior was rebuilt. The new stadium sported a Golden Statue of Naruto outside with Heaven's Blade over his shoulder, while looking toward the Hokage Monument. The stadium was built in his honor and named 'Naruto Coliseum'. Today was a special day, today was the day the day that the Chuunin exams would be held.

The citizens from the Leaf, among shinobi and civilians from all over the world, were flocking to Konoha to see the Chuunin exams. This year featured a number of talented Shinobi from each of the Hidden Villages, including one from the newly formed Nikkougakure no Sato, also known as The Village Hidden in the Sunlight, or Light Village for short.

The newly formed Light Village was a mystery to many; few knew where it was and who its leader was. All anyone knew is that it was located in Sun Country. The head bands warn by the Light Shinobi had a diamond symbol in the middle, with lines coming from each point. The stadium was filling up and everyone was excited to see the competition this year.

The Raikage, Nenshou Kouen was already present at the stadium with his subordinates. Tsunade, the Hokage was also present, as well as Gaara. All of the village leaders were present with the exception of the Karikage, or the leader of Light. The village was not among the great shinobi villages, but the leader was still referred to as the Karikage. Many wondered who the leader was.

Tsunade, who was sitting turned to Gaara, "This years exams are promising. We have a good bunch this year from the Leaf."

"As do we from the Sand, but I'm putting my money on the Shinobi from Light." Gaara stated.

Kouen glanced at Gaara, "Light... Why light and not your own village"

"I've seen the prelims, that masked fighter was holding back. I'm a realist, my genins are not equipped to deal with a Genin of that level" Gaara informed Kouen.

Kouen sucked his teeth, "No faith, that's not good for a village leader"

Awesado, the Rocks new leader entered in the conversation, "Well I'm definitely have faith in all of my shinobi in the competition. Besides, Light only has one shinobi."

Gaara just turn to look at the people entering the stadium without saying a word. "On another note, security seems to be tight Tsunade."

"Yes, our New Police Captain has made sure of that."

"Uchiha Sasuke, he takes no chances do he?" Everyone turned to Safaia who was now the Mizukage of Mist.

"He's only following orders. I ordered for him to have his men stationed throughout." Tsunade pointed out.

"So where is Uchiha Sasuke?" Kouen questioned.

Outside of the stadium...

Sasuke was standing on a tree in his Jounin outfit that now had the Police Corp. logo on the vest. "The fights this year should be interesting to say the least" "Kiba, your squad is set up in location?"

Over the radio Kiba's voice could be heard, "Yes, were at our designated stations. So pretty boy, any bets on who's going to take it?"

" The Shinobi from Light is going to take it hands down." Sasuke said.

"Are you sure?" Kiba voice came in over the radio.

"Yes, I'm positive"

"Well we shall see, I'm returning to my post, keep me updated!"