Naming the Yuki Clan

Konoha

Hokage Building

"Thank you for taking us in, Lord Hokage. We, the Snow Clan, will never forget your kindness..."

In the Hokage Office, Ran, an Ice Release ninja from the Snow Clan, and Kiyo, an elder of the Snow Clan, bowed to the Fourth Hokage with somewhat sorrowful expressions.

"Gentlemen, no need for formalities. I never imagined the Land of Water would be in such chaos, even considering annihilating the Shinobi World Ice Release ninja clan. I truly don't know what the Mizukage is thinking."

At this point, Naraku sighed sadly, and continued:

"Hey, from now on you can live peacefully in Konoha. I'll allocate an area for you to build houses and rest."

The fact that the children have come shows that the Snow Clan's Ice Release has not disappeared and can be revived in the future."

Naraku comforted the two of them, then his expression became serious and solemn as he said:

"Where the Konoha dance, the fire will never cease; its Kakkō will illuminate the village and allow new leaves to sprout."

Just like the Will of Fire in Konoha, we hope that the children can take root, sprout, and grow strong in Konoha."

Upon hearing these words, the two people in the room trembled and sobbed uncontrollably.

The near destruction of his family, the relentless pursuit by his former comrades, and the uncertainty about the future.

Under Naraku's instilling of the Will of Fire, they finally overcame their fear.

"Thank you... thank you Lord Hokage... for taking me in..."

Elder Kiyoshi of the Snow Clan answered with a twitching nose and a hint of tears in her voice.

Jie looked at her and saw that she was just a young woman with beautiful black hair, fair skin, and a cold and elegant demeanor. Coupled with her sad expression at the moment, she was truly pitiful to behold.

"Ran served as my bodyguard, and we have a very deep friendship. Moreover, the Uchiha are a great clan in the Shinobi World, with a lineage that has lasted for a thousand years."

Now that we live in the era of ninja villages, our clans should help each other even more. However, I have a small request, I wonder if you two..."

Naraku paused slightly at this point.

Lan, being a young man, quickly composed himself and regained his composure. After hearing Naraku's words, he softly inquired:

"Naraku, but what is it?"

They weren't worried about the Hokage making demands, as a ninja clan that had survived in the Shinobi World for many years had accumulated enough Ninjutsu, secret techniques, and wealth.

Although the cities in the Land of Water have been plundered by the Hidden Mist, as a ninja clan, they still have something even more valuable: Ninjutsu and Kekkei Genkai.

"As the leaders of the Snow Clan, and with your families suffering such a calamity, I think it would be best for you two to change your names and surnames."

While the word "snow" encapsulates the essence of noble Ninjutsu, it might cause some trouble for the diplomatic relations between Konoha and Kirigakure.

I suggest you change your surname to avoid trouble and also to signify a new beginning."

Lan and Jie exchanged bewildered glances, initially expecting the Hokage to make some unreasonable demands. It turned out he only wanted their clan to change their surnames to avoid causing diplomatic trouble for Konoha.

Naraku's face was gentle as he comforted Naraku in a soothing voice. After a slight pause, he continued:

"I have a small suggestion: how about changing it to the Yuki Clan? Like our Uchiha Clan, it would be a three-character surname."

Naraku spoke softly, and even thought of a surname for them.

The Uchiha Clan is the most famous clan in the Shinobi World. The Fourth Hokage was also the leader of the Uchiha, and this proposal was a great honor for them, who had lost their homeland and were now newly united with the Uchiha.

Lan and Jie exchanged a glance, and Jie said softly:

"We obey the Lord Hokage's orders. From now on, we are the Yuki Clan. We are extremely honored that the Lord Hokage has named us."

Yuki Kiyoshi's eyes, fluttering gently, and combined with her icy beauty aura, she instantly won people's favor.

"Ahem, alright, those of you clansmen who were settled in Yuho City will be properly taken care of, don't worry."

"Yuho City, also known as Chagakure, is an external base of our Uchiha. We need some manpower, which is why we've set up here. Please don't take offense."

Naraku changed the subject, bringing up the Yuho City.

The more than one hundred Yuki clan members who were rescued were divided into two groups by Naraku. One group was taken in by Konoha and joined Konoha as villagers. The other group was settled in Yuho City to enhance the Yuho City's strength.

"Lord Hokage, we will only obey your orders because you saved our lives. Please rest assured, we will not question any of your decisions."

Yuki Kiyoshi answered softly.

Yuki Kiyoshi and Yuki Ran somewhat understood the Fourth Hokage's cunning and shrewdness. When he Uchiha Clan Head, he had already established a ninja village base in a small country.

If the Uchiha were in a situation like theirs, they would have someone to help them at any time, and they wouldn't be in such a sorry and helpless state as they are now.

Moreover, it's better for the Kirigakure Yuki Clan to be divided into two groups, so they don't end up being almost surrounded and wiped out by Kirigakure like they did in the Land of Water.

"Yes, the Yuki Clan will obey your orders and commands! Please give the order, Lord Hokage!"

Yuki Ran also spoke up at the opportune moment to express her loyalty.

"Hehe, there's no need for that. Konoha isn't Hidden Mist. Konoha never forces its subordinates. Konoha are an enlightened city, where many ordinary people live. It's completely different from the Land of Water."

Naraku gently comforted the two, telling them not to be nervous.

Konoha doesn't have a policy like the Hidden Mist Village of the Bloody Mist; it doesn't have issues like mutual slaughter.

Konoha is a place that talks about the Will of Fire. Although few of Konoha High Command who constantly talk about the Will of Fire are good people, it's still much better than Kirigakure.

"Since you all obey my orders, I will now issue the first order!"

Naraku's expression hardened, and he appeared somewhat serious.

"Please give your orders!" X2

"I order you two to go back and rest well, and to quickly appease the Yuki clan members. Those of the Ninja Academy age will be arranged to attend the Ninja Academy soon!"

Naraku's expression was serious, but his words were warm.

"Yes, sir..." x2

After replying Yuki Kiyoshi gazed at the handsome Uchiha Nara with her phoenix eyes.

Naraku's demeanor touched Yuki Kiyoshi, who had never met the Fourth Hokage, Uchiha Nara. Naraku's gentleness gave Yuki Kiyoshi a strange sense of peace.

Yuki Kiyoshi couldn't help but think of the Fourth Mizukage, Karatachi Yagura.

The methods of the Hokage and the Mizukage are vastly different. If only the Mizukage could be as kind and gentle as the Hokage...

Kiyoshi harbored deep doubts about the changes in Karatachi Yagura in recent years. While the previous Mizukage had punished them, he had never been so brutal and reckless.

In recent years, the actions of the Mizukage have been as if he has become a completely different person.

"Yes, get some rest, forget those unpleasant things. From now on, the Yuki Clan will begin a new chapter. Go!"

Hi! X2

After agreeing, Yuki Kiyoshi and Yuki Ran left the Hokage Office.

Yuki breathed a sigh of relief. The Hokage she was worried about had changed his mind and hadn't shown up. Naraku was as kind and gentle as ever.

When Yuki Kiyoshi first met Naraku, she was attracted by Naraku's gentle and warm nature, and put aside her fear, anxiety, and helplessness.

Naraku watched the two leave through the door, then stroked his chin, lost in thought:

"The Ice Release Kekkei Genkai clan has been brought to Konoha. As for those people from the Land of Rain who fled to Konoha before, we might as well gather them on the outskirts of Konoha and let them keep company with the Yuki Clan."

"Salamander Hanzo has been a renowned figure in the Shinobi World for many years. Who knows what kind of talent his clan and servants might discover in the future."