Chapter 115: New Mission, Yuzhi: It's Already So Late (Ten Thousand Words)

As a transmigrator, Yuzhi still sometimes thinks of some miraculous creatures.

Moreover, a white-furred fox from ancient legend is enough to make an emperor "love beauty more than the kingdom."

Yuzhi's greatest regret is that he transmigrated too early; he heard that in his previous life, northern cities had such white foxes that could be casually picked up and played with.

Even if it costs a bit of money, who could refuse?

It's just that things don't go as wished, but after transmigrating he did encounter a fox—however, it's not only red, it's also male.

"I don't know why, but I always feel you're thinking about something strange."

Little Nine-Tails lifted its head, looking at Yuzhi with a puzzled expression, and after a while suddenly asked.

"Do you think I'm useless, not as good as that big fox?"

"This."

Upon hearing the little fox's question, Yuzhi stopped wandering thoughts, hesitated a moment, and gave a tactful reply.

"It's hard to say how it will turn out, but at least it won't be weak."

Thinking this, Yuzhi once again looked at the little fox before him.

"Can you control your own size?"

The little fox sat directly on the ground, speaking helplessly in a voice whose gender was indistinguishable.

Because he thought of a problem: with such a massive amount of Nine-Tails chakra, wouldn't another consciousness emerge?

Watching those nine tails swinging casually, then seeing the little fox's insistent expression, Yuzhi also couldn't be bothered to insist further.

Seeing this, Yuzhi didn't expect the fox to act pitiful here, but he had to admit the little guy was indeed quite clever.

The little fox confidently lifted its head.

"But I'm not him; he harbors extraordinary hatred for you, yet to me, you are my father."

This way, he might later be able to draw the tailed beast's chakra more conveniently, making many things easier.

Yuzhi's expression also became considerably more solemn; he looked seriously at the little fox.

"You'd better follow through; don't forget there's that big guy outside."

Mainly, Yuzhi just wants to see whether he can release this little fox directly without going through Susanoo.

If it ends up completely locked, or if one must use Susanoo to connect and use the tailed beast's power, that wouldn't be good.

"But I've gotten used to it; everything's still fine."

""Future promising" means I can't do it now, right?"

"I know what he knows, and even what his state is after being sealed."

"Since I was born, I've always been here, knowing nothing of the dark, sunless world, nor understanding the outside situation."

"You've only existed for at most half a year, or even less—come on!"

"Don't worry, I said I can do it, so I can."

"Control size? Isn't that the most basic operation?"

However, that familiar Nine-Tails chakra is drifting everywhere, which also gives Yuzhi a headache.

Although the wording is a bit awkward, Yuzhi truly believes this little fox won't be inferior to the original Nine-Tails.

"How about this?"

"It seems this seal is indeed strong, and being sealed inside Susanoo also prevents him from knowing anything about the outside."

Although he indeed plans to bind Susanoo and the tailed beast completely, he can sometimes try using the tailed beast's power elsewhere.

Thus, sealing it inside Susanoo is indeed an excellent option, though he now also has some difficulties.

The little fox looked at Yuzhi doubtfully, then its body suddenly shrank, now looking about the size of a cat.

"Don't go too far! I can try to control my chakra, but I can't control my tails!"

Looking at the little fox, Yuzhi secretly thought, but he hadn't expected this little fox to be quite clever as well.

Moreover, this little guy said that condensing his chakra fused with Susanoo and Yuzhi's own chakra.

"How long will it take to digest all this chakra of yours?"

"However, this seal is entirely under my control; perhaps I can try some experiments."

"I don't know either; just take it slow, anyway I can't get out."

"If your chakra leaks out, we'll both be in trouble."

Yuzhi didn't want to say these things to the little fox, but he couldn't help lifting his head to look at the Nine-Tails chakra all around.

"I believe you have a promising future."

As long as this guy's chakra doesn't leak, after I go out I can set up some more seals; I think there won't be much of a problem.

He also can't easily say whether this space counts as the interior of Susanoo or a special sealed space.

At least inside his Susanoo there's still that much Nine-Tails chakra; if this little guy finishes devouring it, he can basically reach the level of that big fox.

"Can chakra be gathered so it doesn't leak? Can the tails merge into one?"

"."

At this moment, Yuzhi also didn't know what to feel—being called father by a juvenile Nine-Tails made him feel somewhat strange.

But he also couldn't be bothered to dwell on this; he still had more important things to do.

"Give me your paws, don't struggle, got it?"

"Okay."

The little fox also didn't hesitate; its paws immediately rested on Yuzhi's hand.

At this moment, Yuzhi felt more clearly the connection between him and this little fox.

That resonance and fusion of chakra is fully manifested in this little fox's body.

Moreover, from the chakra transmitted by the little fox, he could feel pure closeness and trust, leaving him momentarily speechless.

"It's really not the system's credit; it's just my luck that's too good."

Yuzhi silently whispered a phrase in his heart, and the next moment his whole body jolted, and his consciousness swiftly drifted outward.

However, as he left, he deliberately released his perception to continuously observe the changes around him.

At the same time he tightly locked onto the little fox before him, to confirm its condition.

Buzz—

Accompanying the shift of consciousness, Yuzhi discovered that the Nine-Tails' seal changed in response to his thoughts.

Suosa didn't seem to block the little fox's departure; they easily constructed a passage within the seal!

"But only the little fox can pass; that chakra remains sealed in place, unless..."

Unless Yuzhi permits that power to be transferred, and the only target for the transfer is himself!

"It seems this seal is truly extraordinary; the system's creations are indeed varied."

Yuzhi thought to himself, but at this moment he seemed to feel his consciousness returning to his body.

Suddenly, Yuzhi opened his eyes, and somehow his eyes had turned a scarlet hue.

On his body, robust chakra kept circulating, spilling throughout the entire room.

"What's wrong?"

Hikari's gaze instantly turned toward him; she furrowed her brows and asked with some concern.

She, who had been sitting beside Yuzhi, earnestly studying the seal's tome, naturally instantly sensed something was off with Yuzhi.

But before she could finish her sentence, she oddly stared at a sudden light orb appearing in Yuzhi's arms.

"This is..."

The light orb slowly coalesced and merged, and then a strange aura began to emerge gradually.

This aura contained Yuzhi's chakra essence, also bearing the feeling of Yuzhi's Suosa, and most importantly—

"Nine-Tails?"

Hikari's eyebrows knit even tighter, because she was standing so close, and had once fought the Nine-Tails, which gave her this sensation.

However, the Nine-Tails' aura was somewhat mottled and its spill was rather scant, leaving her uncertain.

Yet when a fox the size of a cat, bearing nine tails, fully condensed, Hikari was absolutely certain this was the Nine-Tails!

Yuzhi, is there a juvenile Nine-Tails?

Hikari's complexion grew a bit odd; she looked up in puzzlement toward Yuzhi.

"This is..."

Yuzhi naturally noticed all this, and opened his mouth to explain.

But before he could finish speaking, the little Nine-Tails in his arms suddenly lifted its head:

"Father, is this my mother?"

"..."

——

While Yuzhi and Hikari were playing around at home, Tuan Zang wore a composed expression and hurried toward an office in the Hokage Building.

Looking at the familiar yet strange surroundings, Tuan Zang felt a bit unable to hold himself together.

Since the Nine-Tails incident, after being scolded by Minato Namikaze, and after the failed assassination of the Third Hokage, he hadn't been to the Hokage Building for a long time.

On one hand he was laying low; on the other, in his view, Leaf Village had already degenerated!

This was no longer the Leaf Village of his memory; it had become a degenerate Leaf Village that began colluding with the Uchiha Clan, abandoning the traditional Will of Fire.

But today he received news that broke his defenses, and even if he was reluctant, he had to come.

"Uchiha members actually entered the High-Level Ninja Council, and three at once?"

What does the High-Level Ninja Council signify?

That council decides the village's future policies!

Each participant holds voting power for or against proposals, though some ruffians have infiltrated, like members of the Nara Clan.

But at least there is still someone like the Hokage, the village's elite and core!

Now letting three Uchiha in at once gives them three votes, plus the Police Department is entirely under Uchiha control.

"These people intend to overturn Leaf Village!"

Tuan Zang roared inside his mind, feeling the world had truly gone mad.

"Damned Minato Namikaze, what are you doing, and damned Ri Zan, you're becoming more and more degenerate!"

Tuan Zang's heart brimmed with hatred, yet he was powerless to directly veto.

Because he was not the Hokage!

Only the Hokage can decide who qualifies to enter the High-Level Ninja Council.

"Even if I, for Leaf Village, cannot change it!"

Tuan Zang felt a chill in his heart, and also a profound loneliness.

Because he didn't know which path Leaf Village would take.

"I will not give up, never!"

He whispered softly, for Leaf Village he felt an undeniable duty!

Even if the success rate was low, he would forge ahead, always convinced he was right.

Thinking to himself, he had already arrived at the councilor's office.

He pushed the big door open, stepping in as before, and his three old classmates were all inside.

"Tuan Zang?"

The few Third Hokage figures glanced at Tuan Zang and involuntarily furrowed their brows.

Especially the Third Hokage seemed to have thought of something, and his fists tightened slightly.

But in the end he still gave what he considered a gentle smile and nodded at Danzo.

"It's really been a long time since I last saw you. How did you come here, and how have you recovered?"

As he spoke, his gaze also fell on Danzo's arm, tightly bound with bandages.

"I've recovered well; for someone as busy as you to still remember me is truly my honor."

Danzo was actually a bit uneasy, but his skin was thick enough, and he said coldly,

"But Rizhan, I hope you can keep your disciple in line, and also examine everything you are doing now.

Three members of the Uchiha Clan have joined the meeting; are you trying to destroy the Leaf Village?"

Sure enough, they came for this matter.

The Third Hokage and the other two shook their heads in their hearts; the moment Danzo entered the door they had a premonition.

After all, the only thing that could stop Danzo, who is now wholly focused on rebuilding the foundation, is this matter.

But the three of them also felt a little uneasy at this moment, because they truly were investigating Danzo!

Fortunately, they are all thick‑skinned; as long as they don't speak up or get discovered, everything will be fine.

"Danzo, you're too extreme."

The Third Hokage took his pipe, placed it in his mouth, and said slowly,

"No one wants to destroy the Leaf Village; everyone only wants to protect it.

Some words are better left unsaid, otherwise they will cause unnecessary misunderstandings."

"No misunderstanding!"

Seeing the Third Hokage like that, Danzo seemed to get into his stride.

Just like in the old days, he could still wield his power magnificently!

"We cannot ignore the significance behind that surname; don't you understand what kind of people they are?"

"You are indulging, you are destroying the Leaf Village, and if this continues, you will become the Leaf Village's sinners!"

"Danzo, enough."

Originally unwilling to get involved, Zhuan Qin Xiaochun and Mizumoto Monen could no longer hold back; Danzo truly left not a single word of decorum!

They had originally felt a bit guilty for secretly investigating Danzo and didn't want to confront him directly, but now they couldn't hold back.

"You keep saying it's for the Leaf, but have you considered the Leaf's actual problems?"

Zhuan Qin Xiaochun said coldly, "Although I don't like the Uchiha, my standard for judging matters is whether they benefit the village."

"Three pairs of Mangekyou Sharingan, and setting aside the fact that they already align with the Leaf, even if they are hostile, we still must give them what they deserve!

Because the ninja world situation is uncertain, the village needs their strength, and even if the world stabilizes, three pairs of Mangekyou Sharingan can still change many things.

Do you understand these principles at all, Danzo?"

"Even if they can change a lot, so what? Should a village have to compromise with a group of villains?"

Danzo snorted coldly, dismissing his old friend's words.

"If we grant them these positions now, what about the future? Will we have to give them the Hokage as well?"

"Have you forgotten the teacher's teachings and will? This is outright betrayal!"

"Danzo, have you forgotten that the Police Department was given to them by the teacher?"

Mizumoto Monen also said coldly, "You claim everything you do is for the Leaf, but everything we do is degeneration, right?"

"Moreover, Xiaochun's statement is a hypothesis, assuming they are hostile to the Leaf.

But the fact is, they are members of the Leaf; like the Mirror, they all possess the fire will of Leaf ninjas!"

"Is that not enough? Isn't that carrying out the teacher's will and teachings?"

Surrounded and blocked by his three old friends, especially seeing their unmistakable gazes, Danzo was completely broken.

Even though he knew beforehand that the chance of success was low, since this involved the Fourth Hokage.

But he still hoped his old friends would support him; now it seemed he had been isolated by his once best friends!

He suddenly felt like he was a clown.

"Alright, alright, alright!"

Danzo, furious, laughed bitterly, turned his head and headed straight for the main gate.

"Just wait; the Leaf will eventually be destroyed by your hands, and you will eventually regret it!"

"Danzo."

The Third Hokage turned back coldly, looking at Danzo, whose face showed a mix of sorrow for his misfortune and anger for his lack of resistance, as if his loyal counsel had been ignored; he spoke calmly.

"You have overstepped, I have not; you are not the Hokage."

Bang!

As the Third Hokage's words fell, the only response was the heavy slamming of the main gate. —

"I am not the Hokage!"

Outside the Hokage Tower, Danzo glanced back at the towering building.

Half of his heart felt relieved, the other half seethed with resentment.

The relief came from him smashing that broken door; he had wanted to do it for a long time but had never dared before.

The resentment stemmed from the Third Hokage's words; ever since then, anything he does is restrained, not because he lacks talent.

It's simply because he is not the Hokage!

Rizhan dared to shout at him, Minato Namikaze, the junior, dared to act likewise, and even now Rizhan, not being the Hokage, still dares.

That is the reason, and it truly broke his defenses.

"I will definitely become the Hokage!"

Looking at the building behind him, Danzo silently vowed in his heart that even if the road ahead is uncertain and riddled with difficulties, what does it matter?

How could a person possibly abandon their own dream.

As long as he becomes the master of this Hokage building, everything will change.

He only needs to issue a single command to alter the fate of Leaf Village and even the entire shinobi world.

This is what he has long dreamed of!

"Sooner or later…"

Danzo turned away in a resentful mood, while the few people in the Hokage office stared at each other.

They knew Danzo might have already lost his composure, but the extent seemed far more severe than they had imagined.

"Rizhan, this matter."

After a moment of thought, Shuihu Men Yan and Zhuang Xin Xiaochun looked at the Third Hokage, who, with a pipe in his mouth, thought for a moment before speaking.

"Never mind, don't interfere, but don't tell the Fourth Hokage about this."

What we need to do now is smoothly push forward the meeting of the three Uchiha, while urging Tsunade to speed things up.

You have also seen that Yuzhi increasingly bears the shadow of Madara Uchiha, but they are not Madara Uchiha; I'm worried their eyes can't endure it.

"We understand."

Zhuang Xin Xiaochun and Shuihu Men Yan both nodded; they certainly didn't think "it would be better if Yuzhi's eyes went blind."

Of course, people are selfish; even if they have such thoughts, they can't voice them, let alone act on them.

What benefits Leaf Village, they can still weigh clearly.

"Also, regarding Danzo's matter, I hope you can act faster."

The Third Hokage rubbed his forehead and sighed, saying.

"Although I know this matter isn't easy, judging by Danzo's current behavior, he can no longer see the situation clearly.

I also know the best approach is to let him fall directly, but…"

What exactly, the Third Hokage didn't say, but Shuihu Men Yan and Zhuang Xin Xiaochun both understood.

They are old classmates, naturally reminiscing about their bond; a peaceful end is naturally the best choice.

Of course, it doesn't rule out, through prolonged investigation, stripping out content related to them from some sensitive matters.

Nevertheless, Danzo is also their old friend, and they are still willing to show mercy.

"We understand; leave this matter to us."

Shuihu Men Yan and Zhuang Xin Xiaochun both nodded, knowing they have a lot to be busy with next.

They only wish to keep a sliver of warmth for Danzo, but deep down Danzo's heart grows increasingly resentful.

"There must be change, otherwise this old man… will never turn his life around."

Danzo, heading inward, rapidly pondered in his mind.

Over the years he has done many things, but without exception they all failed.

Whether it's Orochimaru or the assassination attempt on the Third Hokage, the only thing that might have any effect is his spread of slander about the Fourth Hokage.

Although more than half a year has passed, the aftereffects of the Nine‑Tails incident cannot be erased.

Just one Nine‑Tails incident also elevated Yuzhi's standing in the hearts of Leaf Village residents to be on par with the Fourth Hokage.

After all, Yuzhi led his clan to defeat the Nine‑Tails, and his reformed police department saved civilians.

And the Fourth Hokage

Danzo's attacks were extremely vicious; even after so long, people no longer mention them.

But no one forgets that the one bearing the Nine‑Tails seal is Minato's wife.

It is also because Minato took the child that Kushina fell into weakness, and because Minato's inadequate care let the Nine‑Tails emerge!

One can only say that Danzo truly knows how to grasp people's hearts; he knows they are very interested in negative news about the Hokage.

What infuriates Danzo is that his attack on the Fourth Hokage actually cheapened Uchiha Haori, that little brat!

"Yi, come over."

He stroked his chin, Danzo suddenly spoke, and a young boy quickly came before him.

The kid, though wearing a mask, had a distinctive hairstyle and red glow in his eyes that revealed his identity—Itachi Uchiha.

"Soon, you will graduate from school and then focus on gathering intelligence within the Uchiha Clan."

"Yes, Lord Danzo."

Itachi Uchiha nodded; in fact, he has been doing these things all along.

Within the Uchiha Clan, aside from Sasuke, there is no one else worth paying attention to.

Whether his mother or former friends, they have now aligned themselves with Uchiha Haori.

Given that, to eliminate this unstable factor, for the village, and for his brother, he will naturally make some preparations in advance!

"Very good."

Danzo nodded; he hasn't forgotten the fellow who said he would cooperate with him.

That fellow was supposed to deal with the Uchiha, so now is the time to start preparing.

As long as that fellow receives enough intelligence and sufficient cooperation, Danzo wants to see what that fellow can do!

"But that's still not enough; more preparation is still needed."

Danzo thought silently, and his other target is Orochimaru.

Orochimaru has been researching for so long; he remembers Orochimaru once said that if the experiment succeeds, they might obtain the power to dominate Leaf Village!

In a previous meeting, he recalled Orochimaru saying the experiment was proceeding smoothly.

"I've spent so many years, invested so much money, and given you so many materials; I should have a result by now."

At this thought, Danzo stood up and addressed Itachi Uchiha beside him.

"Prepare yourselves, we're going to see Orochimaru together."

"Yes, Lord Danzo."

Itachi Uchiha heard this and couldn't help but nod immediately.

But hearing Orochimaru's name made him momentarily dazed, because he still remembered what Orochimaru had once said to him—

"You guy, your strike is too ruthless, aren't you?"

Walking along Konoha Main Street, Kakashi rubbed his face nearby, looking plaintively at Yuzhi beside him.

His face was a bit swollen now, and his body was covered in bruises of blue and purple.

In fact, it wasn't just him; Akai, Yueguang Jifeng and the others nearby were similar, the only one without issue being Asuma.

"You were the one who told me to be a bit more serious, I'm just doing as you asked,"

Yuzhi spread his hands, then humorously pointed at Hikari beside him.

"And compared to me, I'm much gentler than her,"

As soon as Hikari was mentioned, Akai, Yueguang Jifeng, and Aoba couldn't help but get restless.

They were also curious about this girl who got along extremely well with Yuzhi, yet seemed never to have attended the ninja academy.

Of course they also knew that this girl had teamed up with Yuzhi to deal with the Nine-Tails, so they approached the sparring with a learning attitude.

As a result, the sparring left them stunned, because Hikari's strike was far from ordinary in its ruthlessness!

Ninjutsu, Genjutsu, Taijutsu, and the Sharingan combined seamlessly, instantly leaving them dumbfounded.

Sparring with Yuzhi allowed them to hold on for a few minutes.

But sparring with Hikari, they lasted less than a minute before being knocked flat to the ground.

"Hikari, your strike is a bit heavy too,"

Lin was also left dumbfounded today; it was her first time realizing that her good friend actually had such a side.

"When Yuzhi and I spar within the clan, it's about as intense as before; a ninja's battle always requires seriousness, even in sparring,"

Hikari looked at Lin, then glanced at Yuzhi beside her before speaking.

But she added in her mind that it was a thing from a year or two ago, and now she didn't even want to spar with Yuzhi.

That overbearing guy's hands and feet aren't clean.

And she might not be able to handle it, so it's better not to spar.

"Did you make 'this' angry?"

Asuma came up to Yuzhi, a mischievous grin on his face as he extended his pinky and hooked it.

Yuzhi knew that a pinky sign meant girlfriend, which made him chuckle and shrug.

Hikari wasn't exactly angry; she was just startled and a bit embarrassed.

That little Nine-Tails guy truly dared to speak; he inherited the memories of another Nine-Tails, so he knew Hikari.

He also remembered that big guy being beaten up by Yuzhi and Hikari together, and now his heart was still full of resentment.

Based on those memories, the kid subconsciously called out to Hikari: "Mom."

The situation was somewhat like when Yuzhi once said to Hikari, "We should have a son," with comparable impact.

However, this time Hikari was still a bit restless, but her tolerance seemed much improved.

After all, she only shouted at Yuzhi, "Your fox is as nasty as you!"

Then, she just made a move against Akai and the others.

"You're at least the son of the Third Hokage's will, can you stop gossiping all day?"

Yuzhi shook his head, smiled, and asked.

"You need a goal, a drive to move forward, like aiming to become a Hokage's assistant or something,"

"Got it."

Asuma sneered and shook his head, but quickly recovered.

"Why just be a Hokage's assistant? Just because you want to be Hokage, does that mean I have to give you leeway?"

"Can you compete?"

Yuzhi blinked, then his gaze shifted to the red-haired one following Lin, who, together with Hongdou, sized up Hikari.

"Not to mention other things, in this area I've already surpassed you by an unknown margin,"

"Bastard."

Asuma couldn't hold back; he grabbed a Senbon, slowed his pace, apparently trying to get near Hongdou.

Yuzhi also looked at Kakashi, asking curiously.

"By the way, I recall you said you wanted me to teach you the Flying Thunder God and the Sharingan, so why did so many people show up all of a sudden?"

"Sigh."

Kakashi let out a weary sigh, pointing at Akai nearby.

"Isn't it that this guy caused the trouble? I finally got a break, then went out..."

At that point, Kakashi couldn't continue, because all around were their good brothers who had already explained everything.

Yuzhi found it somewhat amusing, but he understood that everyone was curious about the ANBU, and Kakashi happened to be a member of the ANBU.

It did put Kakashi in a bind, but he didn't mind much; it's clear that his time in the ANBU accelerated his growth.

"Then we'll choose another time; there will always be a chance."

Yuzhi shrugged indifferently, but he also thought of something.

Perhaps, in the future, his alias and these Konoha comrades will inevitably have to interact.

"I hope they don't cast a shadow over me,"

Yuzhi thought with a wicked grin, while Kakashi helplessly shook his head, lowered his gaze, and whispered.

"Recently there probably won't be any chance, because I have something else to take care of."

"Hm?"

Yuzhi blinked, then calmly led Kakashi forward a bit, creating some distance from the people behind.

"What's wrong."

"The ANBU need to act because something happened."

Kakashi whispered, saying that ANBU matters couldn't be disclosed casually, but he was very clear about one thing.

Yuzhi is someone who will attend the 'Advanced Ninja Meeting'; when it doesn't involve Hokage‑related issues, some matters can be disclosed to someone like Yuzhi.

Kakashi knows these rules well and also knows Yuzhi's situation, which is why he spoke up.

"Do you know about the Four‑Tails jinchuriki from Rock Village?"

"Four‑Tails? I know him; isn't he not in Rock Village?"

"Yes, he appeared in the Waterfall Country, right on the border between the Waterfall Country and the Land of Fire, and the Third Tsuchikage was alarmed."

Hearing Kakashi's words, Yuzhi was puzzled—what was going on?

Old Purple has been away from Rock Village for a while; earlier Ohnoki hadn't reacted much, so why such a big reaction now?

"Probably not that much—Ohnoki is going to mobilize?"

Yuzhi thought for a long time but couldn't figure it out, so he asked curiously.

"Isn't it because the Dragon Vein of Sand Village was stolen earlier?"

Kakashi spread his hands helplessly, though his expression was not very happy.

"The damned scoundrel attacked the Dragon Vein, causing Sand Village to worry they'd do more terrible things."

"The Dragon Vein is a massive collection of chakra, and the tailed beasts count as such; they need to take preventive measures."

"Therefore a jinchuriki must return to the village, so."

"So, Obito is taking the blame again?"

Yuzhi blinked; he felt he had finally untangled the whole story.

It turned out it was because he had set Obito up, and now Obito was starting to take the blame again.

Thinking of that, Yuzhi was both amused and exasperated.

It seemed he had only used Obito's identity once, yet the chain reaction was that strong?

For a moment, he didn't know whether to be glad for Obito or feel sorry for him.

"Because you are already a relatively competent Pot Shadow."

"The so‑called Pot Shadow is someone who, no matter what misdeed occurs and regardless of evidence, is the first person others think of."

"Danzo is clearly that, and now Obito seems to be evolving in that direction."

【Obtained New Side Quest】

【1. Help Rock Village and Leaf Village to return the Four‑Tails jinchuriki to the village】

【2. Capture the Four‑Tails jinchuriki and deliver it into Rain Country】

【Unknown Task Reward】

As Yuzhi was pondering, the system in his mind refreshed.

Staring at the task before him, Yuzhi was momentarily dazed.

But soon he lightly nodded:

"Obito, you're definitely a Pot Shadow."

"Even the Sage of Six Paths can't stop me, I said!"

——

The moonlight was hazy.

After just finishing a meal with Kakashi and others, Yuzhi and Hikari sat on the sofa at home to rest, though Yuzhi was already contemplating how to carry out this mission.

He naturally wouldn't send the Four‑Tails jinchuriki to Rain Country, and judging by the task hint, Old Purple would probably go mad as well.

Thus battle is inevitable; how to effectively prevent Leaf Village casualties while delivering a heavy blow to Rock Village and the Four‑Tails is what Yuzhi must seriously consider.

He couldn't help but remark that Obito is a good person, after all these tasks are the key to Yuzhi's advancement.

"Moreover, the more such battles there are, the faster my Sharingan will improve!"

Silently pondering, he hesitated whether to cause trouble using Obito's identity or to brandish Madara Uchiha's identity to intimidate Ohnoki.

Hikari glanced at Yuzhi and let out a light hum.

"What are you thinking? You aren't thinking about that fox of yours, are you?"

"Hm?"

Yuzhi was stunned for a moment, then said humorously.

"What's that, still holding a grudge against the little fox?"

"You and your fox are of the same temperament."

Hikari hummed lightly, but her gaze quickly turned serious.

"You won't be discovered bringing him along, right? I feel Leaf Village people aren't that friendly toward the Nine‑Tails, after all—"

"Don't worry, this level is nothing."

Yuzhi understood Hikari's meaning, but this world is quite different.

With Yuzhi and Hikari's involvement, the Nine‑Tails didn't even make it through Leaf's main gate before being hammered.

It naturally couldn't do what the original story did, causing massive casualties and property loss for Leaf, even making Naruto endure a tragic childhood.

Leaf's residents still worry about the Nine‑Tails, but relatively they are more restrained.

What they discuss most is Minato's 'negligence', after all Danzo's methods of shaping public opinion are quite strong.

"Moreover, I already made an agreement with that little guy; he will control his own chakra, and unless we get too close, he won't be detected."

"So there's no need to worry about being sensed by Kushina and the others; if worst comes to worst, I can set up some barriers at home—this isn't difficult for me."

"Then just handle it as you see fit."

"Hikari nodded, but just then Yuzhi reached out and blocked her shoulder."

"How come, you don't like that little guy?"

"Can't be bothered with you, you over-the-top little brat."

"Hikari watched Yuzhi's actions, feeling both annoyed and amused for a moment, but she didn't object."

"By the way, what did you and Kakashi talk about there just the two of you today?"

"Oh, it's about his mission."

"Yuzhi also didn't hide anything; he straightforwardly blurted out everything Kakashi had told him."

"At the same time he didn't hide his own ideas, using Tailed Beast staining and gathering a large amount of chakra to prepare for later merging the bloodline net."

"He would never hide these things from Hikari, because they are both things we two need to do together."

"So, do you have the idea of participating this time?"

"Hikari blinked, she asked doubtfully."

"Won't there be trouble? You said that old man is extremely dangerous; are you sure you can handle him without using Brave Storm?"

"Besides, if we go ahead with this, how will the village respond; do you think Shadow Clone Jutsu is enough?"

"First, I can't be sure what will happen if we don't use Brave Storm."

"Yuzhi laughed and shook his head, he said with a laugh."

"But I still have time; I can try to use the little fox's chakra to change the color of Brave Storm."

"If worse comes to worst, I can just use Divine Authority; after all, Divine Authority's power is no joke."

"As for the Leaf Village side, I can make some preparations in advance, using other matters to draw attention."

"Having said that, Yuzhi paused slightly, then he continued speaking with a smile."

"Such power is hard for me to give up, even if it's just preparation; but for our future, this will eventually have to be done, I"

"No need to say it; I know, and besides, I won't have to explain so much later, after all I already said that"

"Hikari shook her head to interrupt Yuzhi's words, she looked at him and gave a light laugh."

"No matter what, I will always support you."

"Yuzhi looked at Hikari's expression, a smile also appeared on his face, and the two of them leaned together enjoying the warmth of home."

"Time slipped by quietly; not knowing how long had passed, Hikari finally raised her head and spoke softly."

"It's getting late; let's go rest."

"Mm."

"Yuzhi nodded, then he reached out and put his arms around Hikari as they lay down together on the sofa."

"What what are you doing?"

"Hikari suddenly felt a bit flustered, she pulled at Yuzhi's collar and whispered."

"Let me get up, I."

"Wasn't it you who said we should go rest?"

"I"

"And you also said you'd support me in everything, right?"

"Hearing these words, Hikari was instantly speechless, and she also felt she couldn't hold back."

"Do I mean that?"

"Looking at this familiar scene before her, feeling the arms wrapped around her that wouldn't loosen."

"Her heart felt a bit gloomy for a moment: damn, that bastard succeeded again!"

"Not knowing how long had passed, Hikari seemed as if appointed, and let out a faint sigh."

"She simply buried her head in Yuzhi's embrace and whispered a sentence."

"You really are getting more and more over the top, Yuzhi."