I don't own Naruto and this is my shot at the Perfect Lionheart Challenge.

Beta By

Kumar

Tsunade Senju, Godaime Hokage of Konoha sat in a chair at the foot of the bed of Naruto Uzumaki. She looked at his sleeping form with sadness in her eyes and thought "I can't believe that those bastards on the council would threaten me like this."

Flashback

Tsunade stood in front of the council and asked while releasing some KI "Would you please repeat that again?"

Danzo said "Because of the actions of one Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha has left the village and we of the council have decided for the good of the village that you have two choices, one is to have him executed. Now, we all know of your feelings for the boy so we give you the second option, exile. If he is not out of the village in ten days then we will issue orders for him to be executed."

Tsunade said "You can't do that. I am the Hokage and I....."

Danzo said "Yes, yes, we know, you do not agree with our decision which is why we will notify the Fire Lord and he will support our decision. That is all, you have ten days to make your decision. Good day." as he got up along with the entire council minus the clans and left.

Tsunade frowned and looked around at the members who were still left and asked "What about you people? What do you have to say about this order?"

Hiashi frowned and said "I am indebted to Uzumaki for changing Neji for the better. I do not support this decision but was out voted."

Inoichi said "Actually Hokage-sama, all of the clans were against this, but they out voted us. We have all been either neutral or partially favorable to the boy."

Tsume asked "What do you plan to do, Hokage-sama?"

Tsunade said "I.....don't know."

Hiashi stood up and said "May I make a request, Hokage-sama?"

Tsunade turned to look at him and he said "If you do banish Naruto, please send Hinata with him." making everyone wide eyed.

Tsunade asked "Why."

Hiashi frowned and said "Because this will destroy what confidence she has. Everyone knows of her interest into the boy and if she reverts any then the Hyuuga council will force me to put the caged bird seal on her. I do not wish that for either of my daughters so at least if she was with Naruto then she could be happy...at least until my clan council decides to try to get her back. I may appear to not care for my daughter but the truth is I only wanted her to find strength and be happy. I ask that if she does leave with him that none of the rest of the clans reveal what I have said. As one parent to another."

Tsunade frowned and said "I will consider it....for now I just need time to think."

End flashback

Tsunade sighed as she looked at the form of Naruto and thought 'What am I going to do. I only came back to this damn village because of him...Becoming angry, with furrowed brows, she continued 'If he's not wanted, then neither am I."as she clenched her fist.

Jiraiya looked at her as he came in through the window and said "I heard what happened and came back as fast as I could. What do you plan to do?"

Tsunade said "I have no reason to stay in Konoha if he is not here. You know I only joined because I believed in him."

Jiraiya frowned and said "Then what? If you leave then Danzo will take control and have ROOT and ANBU after him before the end of the day.

Tsunade frowned for a minute, and then smirked and said "Not if the Rokudaime Hokage were to keep control...at least until I could get him to safety."

Jiraiya said "No way Tsunade. I am not taking that job."

Tsunade snorted and said "Agree to it and I will give you the one thing you always wanted."

Jiraiya frowned and glared at her and said "That's low, hime. You know I only want that if your heart was in it, not because of some payment. I know you care for him hime, as much as I do. He is my godson for kami sake."

Tsunade said "And what have you done for him? You've just taught him two jutsu, one of which is his birthright. I talked to him and I read all the reports sensei had on his education and training. I know how you only started to train him after he had to bribe you with his unique henge. You care more for nudity than you do for him, so if it takes you having me model for you nude to do the right damn thing for him then so be it."

Jiraiya closed his eyes and said "Fine....I will take the job and give you as much time as I can. What do you plan?"

Tsunade eyes softened and she said "I have a plan, I need some things from you in two days. I plan to leave the village with him then."

Jiraiya asked "Have you told him yet?"

Tsunade nods and said "Yeah, I told him earlier after I checked on his injuries. He...he's hurt by it Jiraiya."

Jiraiya frowned and said "Tell me what you need so I can get it."

Tsunade smiled softly and began to tell him what she needed. When she was done Jiraiya blinked and said "Well....that won't be to hard to get those items and I believe I can get the approval. I will see you in your office in 2 days and, I won't tell anyone." as he leaped out the window.

Tsunade watched him go and thought "thank you, you old pervert."

The next day Hinata walked into Tsunade's office with Hiashi and he said "We have come as summoned Tsunade-sama."

Tsunade made sure the door was closed and put up a privacy jutsu and said "Now that I am sure no one can listen to us I will speak. Hinata Hyuuga, your sensei and your father have told me how you have an interest in healing."

Hinata stuttered "Yes Hokage-sama."

Tsunade nodded and asked "What is your opinion of Naruto Uzumaki?"

Hinata turned red and Hiashi said "Go ahead Hinata and speak the truth. I hold no judgment in this and I support you."

Hinata nodded and stuttered "He inspires me Hokage-sama, no matter what happens he always gets back up and keeps going. He is very brave and....."

Tsunade interrupted her and said "Alright, lets just hurry this up. I will ask you a question and you will shake your head yes or no OK."

Hinata nodded and Tsunade asked "Do you like him?"

Hinata nodded and Tsunade asked "As more than a friend?"

Hinata looked at her dad who nodded and she nodded and Tsunade asked "If you had a chance to be with him, would you take it?"

Hinata quickly nodded and Tsunade asked "Even if you had to leave the village and your clan and family?"

Hinata froze as she looked at her father, who said "This is a decision that you will have to make on your own Hinata. This is one decision where you will have to live with your choice, so don't worry about what anyone else thinks but yourself."

Hinata closed her eyes and said "Why do you ask me this, Tsunade-sama?" without a stutter.

Tsunade looked at her and said "What I am about to tell you, you can not tell anyone or repeat, am I understood, both of you?" making Hiashi look curiously.

Hinata nodded along with Hiashi and Tsunade said "I will give you the quick version because I have a lot to do and not a lot of time. The Yondaime could not kill the Kyuubi as you were told, he had to instead seal it into a newborn baby. His son." making Hiashi eyes wide.

Tsunade continued "By doing that he made it such that when his son dies the Kyuubi will die as well. They are two separate beings but..."

Hinata said "But Naruto-kun is seen as the Kyuubi, attacked, glared, hurt, and treated unfairly." making both Hiashi and Tsunade look at her.

Hiashi asked "How did you know Tsunade is speaking about Naruto?"

Hinata frowned and said "The night he stole the forbidden scroll.....I....I snuck out and followed him."

Hiashi frowned and Hinata said "I heard what Mizuki....and Iruka said that night.....I finally knew why..... he was treated the way he is."

Tsunade saw the look on Hiashi face and asked "And what do you think of him?"

Hinata put her fingers together, and said "I only see him as that much of a hero for it."

Tsunade said "The council of Konoha, in its infinite wisdom decided that I have two options, to banish Naruto or to have him executed. The clans were against this but they were outnumbered."

Hinata looked down at this and Tsunade asked "Would you like to go with him?"

Hinata bit her lip and nods and Tsunade said "Good, now Hiashi, I am afraid that is all I can say with you here because the rest of our conversation is the details about when they will leave and what is to happen. I request that you please prepare anything you wish for her to take with her and seal it into a scroll for her and bring it to me tonight at midnight. Now if you would please leave and allow me to speak with Hinata privately?"

Hiashi nods and said as he stopped at the door "No matter what you think of me or what I have done in the past or may have to do in the future I have always loved you and I was only hard on you because I wanted you to become stronger and find happiness. If being with Naruto gives you that....then you have my blessings for what its worth....you know I am but one man and I will have to answer to the council and protect your sister....please be strong and good luck my daughter. I love you and your mother would be proud." as he walked out the door.

Hinata fell to the floor crying after he left and Tsunade got up and went around and hugged her and said "Shh....it will be OK Hinata. I promise."

After several minutes Hinata calmed down and Tsunade stood up and said "Now we have much to discuss. You see we leave tomorrow at 5 am. I have two very trusted Chunnins doing guard duty."

Hinata asked "We?"

Tsunade said "Yes, you see along with Naruto both Shizune and I will be going with you. I am taking you both as apprentices. Leave your headband here when you leave today and pack your clothes and anything you might need. I read in Kurenai's report of your team, that she taught you the basic of sealing. So, seal everything you wish to bring so we can travel fast. If you wish to see anyone before you leave you need to do so now, but you can't tell them why you are leaving. Inform them that I have you along with three others going on a special C-rank mission that you can not tell about for security of the client."

Hinata asked "How is Naruto-kun taking this?" with a stutter.

Tsunade frowned and said "You will learn tomorrow. Now please leave and do what you need to and do not seek out Naruto because you won't find him. OK?"

Hinata nodded and left.

The next morning at 5 am, Tsunade walked to the gates with Shizune and Naruto and saw Hinata already standing there, waiting.

Tsunade asked "Are you ready?"

Hinata nodded and Tsunade said "Good, lets go." as she walked out the gates with the others following.

About two miles away from Konoha, Naruto said "This is far enough." as he was covered in smoke and a 5 ft tall toad was standing there where Naruto had been.

Hinata asked "Where is Naruto-kun and whats going on?"

Tsunade said "Relax Hinata. You see, Naruto is still to injured to move, even with his healing abilities he wouldn't be able to move without re-injuring himself for another 4 days. This is a Toad Summon. The Toads have taken Naruto to Myobokuzan Mountain. Now if you would please grab the toad and he will take you there as well. You need to hurry, though."

Hinata looked confused and asked "What about you?"

Tsunade smirked and said "Don't worry, I will be joining you soon along with Shizune in 10 days. For now take this scroll and begin to do what it tells you until Naruto has healed enough."

Hinata took the scroll and and did as she was told and grabbed the toad. Soon they were both covered in smoke and, soon appeared on a mountain with several giant toad statues .The toad said "Please wait here." as he jumped away.

A few minutes later a small orange toad in a vest appeared and said "So you are Hinata. I am Gamakichi. I am one of Naruto favorite summon. Please follow me."

Hinata looked around and nods as the toad began to lead her away.

Back with Tsunade and Shizune, after Hinata left, both looked at each other and Tsunade said "Last chance Shizune, you can turn back now or...."

Shizune said "My place is with you, Tsunade-sama."

Tsunade said "Right, then you know the plan, let's go." as both took off leaping through the trees.

Hinata looked at the hut Gamakichi lead her to and Gamakichi said "Bro's in there asleep. Slug lady put him in a medical coma until he heals. If you need anything just ring the bell on the front of the hut but please do not wander around out of sight of this hut. It is not safe here for outsiders without a guide. Good luck." as he jumped away.

Hinata looked at him until he was gone and she stepped into the hut and saw a toad sitting on Naruto's stomach and he looked at her and nodded before he jumped away.

Hinata walked over and looked at Naruto and saw he had bandages over his chest. She closed her eyes and activated her bloodline and looked at Naruto. She gasped and thought "Poor Naruto-kun, did Sasuke do this to you?"as she canceled her bloodline and sat down moving the hair away from his face.

After about an hour of looking at him sleep, she pulled out the scroll Tsunade had given her and opened it and read

Hinata,

If your reading this then you have already been taken to where Naruto is. Please make sure that he does not move around too much when he wakes up. Now for yourself I don't know what is there you can use or not, so I have several books that I want you to read while you watch our favorite knucklehead. When he wakes up have him read them as well. Please help him when he needs it and give him support. Test him on what you both read to make sure he actually knows it. I want at least the book on basic anatomy memorized by you both by the time we meet up.

Tsunade

Hinata looked at seal with the kanji for one on it and unsealed it with chakra and out popped a book labeled basic anatomy.

She looked at Naruto and then sighed as she opened the book and began to read.

Later that afternoon, in Konoha, in the Hokage office there was a knock on the door. Tsunade said "Come in." as she was looking at some books on her desk.

Homura and Koharu both walked into her office and she looked up and glared before looking back at the book she was reading and asked "What do you want?" with disdain in her voice.

Homura said "We came to see if you have decided what to do about Uzumaki."

Tsunade said "Naruto is still in a coma from the Chidori Sasuke shoved in his chest. I will not make a decision without talking with him about it first."

Koharu said "We had heard he had awoken already and you had talked with him."

Tsunade said "And this from the same people who wish he was dead. Sorry to disappoint but even with the Kyuubi inside him helping he is not immortal and still Human and requires time to recover from near death. Anyone who attempts to harm him before he is healed enough to either leave or face his execution will result in the death of not only the person who attempted it but their 3 closest blood relatives or if they are not any relatives then their teammates."

Both Koharu and Homura eyes got wide and Homura said "You can't do that, Tsunade."

Tsunade said "I have already made it official and sent it to the fire lord along with a copy of your orders, his medical file about his injuries, the mission he was on as well as the other members who were with him and their reports as well as a few other files I found in sensei's files I thought would be important. You want a fight, well this bitch has claws. Now get the hell out of my office or I will send you both to Ibiki for Insubordination."

Koharu frowned and Homura said "This isn't over Tsunade."

Before Homaru could say anything Tsunade had cleared her desk and had slammed her against a book shelf and said "Do not threaten me you old bastard. I am the Hokage and you are my advisers. Do not try my patience." as she let go of Homura and stepped back and said "Do not bother me until the time limit is up or I will kill you. Now ."

Both advisers quickly left and after they were gone Tsunade slumped into a chair and was covered in smoke as Jiraiya appeared and thought "Well, that will buy you some time hime. Lets see what else I can do huh....perfect."

Jiraiya quickly put up a henge again and pressed a seal under the desk and said "ANBU."

4 ANBU appeared and Tsunade said "Get me Hatake Kakashi and bring him yourselves. I want him here. Right. Now."

The 4 ANBU quickly left and Tsunade smirked and began to write something down and about 10 minutes later Kakashi appeared with the 4 ANBU .Kakashi asked "Don't you think this was a little overboard Hokage-sama."

Tsunade looked up and glared at him and said "ANBU, leave us." and they left.

She then said "Now Kakashi, I have been reviewing some files on team 7 along with your personal files. I do not have a lot of faith in you at the moment from what I have read. According to your own reports all you have done is trained your team in teamwork and tree climbing while you focused on the Uchiha."

Kakashi frowned behind his mask and opened his mouth to say something when Tsunade said "Don't say a word or I will have you do D-rank missions for a year in one of Gai's jumpsuits."

Kakashi shuddered and Tsunade said "Now, I read your report that there was nothing you could teach them because of their lack of chakra control and I find that hard to believe that a man who has copied over 1000 jutsu could not find something that they could learn. So, I am giving you the next 5 days to right down every jutsu you know, hand signs, how to do it and a description of the jutsu."

Kakashi said "But...". Tsunade slammed her fist into the desk and said "That is not a request. It is an order. I want that in my hands in 5 days or I will have your Sharingan eye removed and destroyed and have you put on trial for treason because purposely sabotaging your Gennin team training qualifies as insubordination, especially with us in a war now. Now get started, time is counting down."

Kakashi said "Yes Hokage-sama." as he shunshin away.

After he was gone Tsunade released the jutsu and Jiraiya was seen again and he thought "Well, that should help you, hime, with his training."

With the real Tsunade, Tsunade sighed as she and Shizune sat on a river and Shizune said "Where exactly are we going Tsunade-sama?"

Tsunade said "By now Jiraiya should have sent those reports I fixed up to the fire lord as well as a copy of my final orders."

Shizune asked "What were they? I know you had me getting several items for you like the forbidden scroll, the Sarutobi Clan Summoning contract, money from the Konoha treasury. Though, why was it such a weird amount?"

Tsunade smirked and said "Konoha was originally founded by the Senju and the Uchiha clans. As part of the original charter if either clan were to leave the village they would split the village in half between the 2 clans. What I had you take was exactly half of the Konoha treasury which is legally mine."

Shizune frowned and said "Alright, I can understand that. But what were your orders? And why the summoning contract?"

Tsunade said "Asuma had a falling out between him and his father refusing to ever sign the contract. I fear that it will never find its way to Konohamaru's arms. So, I am taking it until he reaches the age at which he will be capable of using it. As for my other orders, I officially took Naruto and Hinata as my apprentice and had both promoted to the rank of chuunin. I have their vests with me. I also made it so that both of them plus both of us are officially cleared of all past, present and future obligation to the village of Konoha."

Tonton who was in Shizune's arms squealed and Tsunade said "Yeah, you too Tonton." as Tsunade and Shizune laughed.

Tsunade smirked and said "I also did something that is going to make it extremely hard for Konoha for the next few months. In 3 days time Jiraiya who is impersonating me at the moment will send out an order for an official public audit of all the clans and the council financial holdings which require the clans to withdraw all their money from their accounts in the bank and with the Senju money being removed that will pretty much bankrupt the banks and the council as well since they won't receive their orders until the day after by which time they won't be able to get any money making it where they can't pay for any missions."

Shizune eyes got wide and said "Thats evil Tsunade-sama....", and then smirked, saying "I like it."

Tsunade sighed and said "Well...I also took the hat."

Shizune asked "Really, why?"

Tsunade smirked and said "I like the hat. We should get going now to make sure anyone who's following us will have a hard time tracking us down."