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[It had been an eventful day, alright. After that, um, incident, he'd left the house with the two Ame ninjas and not come back until it was time to eat.]

[Once Kushina spoke, he let out a nervous chuckle, he still felt bad about the whole thing.

Hah, yeah, they got home just fine. Um, sorry for.. y'know. Bringing them over without telling anyone.

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[After everything, Minato felt the beginnings of an incoming headache again but he tries to shove it away. There are some things that just can't be undone, after all, and the sixteen years he didn't get to see were some of them. All he can do is sigh in both relief and exasperation. It's almost like coming home to a long day of Hokage work.

At his son's apology, he gives a small smile.]

It's not your fault, Naruto. It's nobody's fault. I'm just glad no one's hurt.

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[He SHOULD be sorry for not telling them who he was bringing over because they had caught both Minato and Kushina off guard. And Kakashi.

After setting down the rice, Kushina is quick to circle around the table while Minato is talking and gather her son into her arms. It's something she had wanted to do the moment she had seen his face crumple from a smile into confusion and then guilt.

And he's forgiven. Always.]

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Yeah, but it is my fault 'cause-

[He had other words to follow that, but the surprise from Mom hugs cause him to just trail off instead. Ahh, Mom, he's glad that she's not angry with him.]

[Instead of talking he will return the hug.]

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[His smile broadens and his blue eyes softens as he watches this affectionate display. But it's not enough to just stare at it, right? So, Minato approaches them and places both his hands on either one of their shoulders. There's a gentle squeeze there because how can he not forgive his son? How can he not join his family in this?]

I could just imagine how hard it must have been for you. I don't blame you, Naruto. Just tell us next time, alright?

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[For a while Kushina can only hug her son, especially when he returns it. She squeezes her arms around him gently and then relaxes when she feels Minato's hand on her shoulder. One arm unlatches from Naruto and reaches up for Minato, pulling him down roughly into the hug as well so they're a small huddle of Uzumaki.

Minato is definitely an Uzumaki.

Naruto probably knows now and if he doesn't well... she can scold him then, not now.]

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[Definitely an Uzumaki.

He lets out a sigh, having both parents here and hugging him. At least they don't seem too upset with him, which is good. This will all be figured out eventually.]

Yeah, I will. I guess I sorta.. forgot, that people are still gonna be angry with them? I mean, I remember all the stuff that happened, obviously, but they changed, and they were just being used [By someone, he feels, but oops not bringing Obito up at the dinner table ok]. They ain't bad guys.

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I can tell they're good people.

[Or at least, they're good people now. Minato has always been a good judge of character and he can obviously conclude that they've changed. Now more than before.]

I don't hate them, nor am I angry at them. I'll accept our alliance with them because I know it's a step towards the peace Jiraiya-sensei yearned for. But like I said, trust and forgiveness will have to be earned.

[Surely, he'll take into consideration Konan's stay here and the fact she's in good terms with Kushina. Nagato, well, he'll have to earn his share. But no hatred will come from Minato.]

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I'm not angry.

[YEAH, NO OBITO THANK ITS A SENSITIVE SUBJECT...

Kushina pulls back just a little (reluctantly) so she can look them both in the eyes now. Her arms remain around the two of them, keeping them in a half-hug. She doesn't look angry either. If anything, it's the opposite of angry. She's full of love for this young man and his father because they're such amazing people.]

Trust is always earned. Even if they weren't who they are, it wouldn't make sense to believe in them immediately. But there's a reason Naruto trusts them and I'll always believe in him. He lost Jiraiya-sensei just as much as we did and had to face that on his own. If he's friends with them now despite that, giving them a chance is the least we can do.

Naruto's only doing what we always hoped he would. We named him after that character in that book for a reason, didn't we? I can't be angry at that. I can't be angry you've overcome hating someone because you care about something greater than your own self, Naruto.

But you should care about yourself just as much. It turned out okay this time, but not everyone is going to be like Nagato either. There's some people in this world you can't reach no matter how hard you try, not if they don't want to be. But there's plenty of other people to make up for that, isn't there? Konan is a good example, she--

[She realizes she's rambling a bit, looks sheepish, and finally trails off.]

... I like Konan.

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Mom, Dad.. [Naruto's pulled away just a bit, enough to properly look at his parents' faces as they speak. It's a rare moment where he's lost for words- just hearing them say the things they say; that it's what Jiraiya would want, that they seem proud of him, it's overwhelming and it feels him with a burst of happiness. B'aww just LOOK AT THAT FACE.]

Yeah, I really like Konan too, she's nice. And I know not everyone's gonna be like that, but they are.

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[He listens to his family talk and his lips couldn't help but form a soft smile as their words, not only enter his ears, but also his heart.]

I suppose there's only thing definitely apparent to me now.

[The smile on his lips grows broader.]

I'm lucky to be a part of this family. [Minato tightens his hold a little around his wife and son.] Surrounded by two people with big hearts. [Probably the biggest ones.]

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You have a big heart, too.

[He was Hokage, he loved his village. She pokes Minato in the chest but settles against him as he tightens his hold while pulling Naruto in closer. After her prodding of Minato, Kushina pokes Naruto in the chest as well, right where his heart is.]

But if he's both of us, his heart is bigger than both of ours, ya know? Right, Naruto?

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[Naruto looks down at where his chest was just prodded, before looking up.]

Uh.. I guess I do? [He doesn't know, really. He's just... well. Him.]

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[Minato gives a wide grin because Kushina's absolutely right. More on the part where Naruto has a bigger heart than them because it's still embarrassing to accept that he has a big heart too. Even if it's true.]

Now you're just being modest.

[A quick, amused ruffle of his son's hair.]

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[It's not how hearts are made but it's CUTE THEY'RE BEING CUTE PARENTS HHHH Naruto they didn't get to spend time with you as a baby SO THEY'RE TRYING]

We should check.

[One hand is placed on Minato's chest and then the other is on Naruto's. She looks thoughtful, staring up at the ceiling.]

Mn, yep. I think Naruto's is bigger.

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[There's a hint of a blush to his cheeks now.]

Nah it's not, I reckon we're all the same. I'm pretty lucky to have such awesome parents y'know?

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[YES BBRAMENCAKES, FORGIVE YO PARENTS. Now is their only chance to joke around with you. :3

At the compliment, Minato's grin remains.]

No, I think your mom's right. Though, I wish you're not just saying we're awesome because you want to get away with doing chores tomorrow.

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[Her hand pulls back and fists at her side, lips curling in a smirk.]

That's not going to happen.

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Of course I'm not.

[HE KNOWS BETTER than to try and get out of his chores.]

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[That got Minato chuckling a little.]

Good. I was just kidding, though.

[Yes, Minato. Please stick to your long jutsu names because clearly, you can't do humor.]

[fervidity]

[BETTEr BE KIDDING. She's smiling at the both of them, Naruto because he really does think they're good parents and Minato at his attempt at humor.

Kushina is the one to pull away though and remind them about something

VERY

IMPORTANT]

Alright, it's time for dinner. It's getting cold, ya know? If Naruto is going to do his chores, we have to eat so he can clear the table.

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[With a grin and a slight chuckle, Naruto turns back around in his seat to face the table.]

Yeah yeah yeah, I get it. Chores tomorrow.

What are we having for dinner?

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[Upon mention that the food's getting cold, Minato returns to his seat as well.]

I'm sure it'd taste great regardless of what it might be.

[Yes, even Minato's tastebuds are Kushina-sexual.]

[fervidity]

[sdlgkjslg lmao kushina-sexual

She nudges Minato a bit, blushing]

Just sit down and you'll see for yourself.

[GOING BACK TO THE KITCHEN TO GRAB ThE REST]

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[Naruto is sat there like the good kid that he is, happily smiling because he can SMELL FOOD and it is probably great, and he is super hungry 'cause he's a growing boy.]