Chapter 77
"According to my investigation, the Daimyo of the Land of Demons unsealed the Mōryō, obtaining its soul and body…"
All of this happened in secret.
However, it couldn't be hidden from the Miko's precognition.
"Every ten or twenty years… the Mōryō will appear, bringing disaster to the world. Sometimes it breaks free naturally, other times… it's caused by humans."
Kabuto chuckled softly.
"According to historical records, each time the Mōryō appears, it causes great destruction and numerous casualties. I'm actually quite curious, why can't this crisis be resolved once and for all?"
"…"
The Miko remained silent.
The guards were just ordinary people, at most capable of some basic Sealing Techniques.
Therefore, throughout history, the Mikos always fought the Mōryō alone.
Coupled with the fact that the Mikos could indeed temporarily seal the Mōryō, over time… no one from the outside world supported them anymore.
—Unless the Mikos actively requested assistance.
"So, I suggest… why not consider coming to our Konoha?"
Kabuto suggested.
As a Konoha spy, he constantly thought for Konoha.
Doing this was naturally for the safety of everyone at the Orphanage, and… the director's safety.
"With your power, combined with the power of our Konoha Ninja, wouldn't it be a simple matter to defeat the Mōryō? This is for the sake of all living beings in the world…"
Kabuto's proposal was very appealing.
"And think of your daughter… Lady Shion…"
The Miko's daughter, the next successor, Shion, possessed even greater abilities.
But that wasn't the main point; the main point was… if her daughter could live in a world without the Mōryō.
Then, she might be able to escape the Miko's destiny.
As a mother, she naturally hoped her daughter would grow up healthy; even if she could live like an ordinary person, that would be a mother's greatest hope.
Seeing the Miko's interest, Kabuto continued, "I believe Hokage-sama will definitely welcome your arrival…"
"Hmm, I will consider it."
The Miko nodded; her own reserve prevented her from immediately answering the Konoha spy… Just as dawn broke, Konoha received the message Kabuto sent back.
Danzo looked at the report Kabuto sent and was very satisfied.
Kabuto was a useful pawn; his professionalism as a spy was no less than that of his adoptive mother, Yakushi Nonou.
And if the Miko could be brought to Konoha.
Just the ancient Sealing Techniques the Miko possessed would be enough to make people covetous.
Especially the Sealing Techniques that could seal demons; if used against the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox and other Tailed Beasts… a terrifying smile appeared on Danzo's gloomy face, and he quickly finalized the secret Miko transfer mission… Hokage Building, Office.
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at his youngest son, whose hairstyle was very fashionable, and couldn't help but frown.
He couldn't help but turn his gaze to the girl beside his youngest son.
"Asuma, Yuhi, Itachi…"
After calling out the three names, Hiruzen Sarutobiissued a secret mission.
Its difficulty level was A-rank.
Asuma was the team leader, and Yuhi was included.
Because of Itachi's talent, he was exceptionally allowed to undertake an A-rank mission, which was considered a recognition of his gift.
There were also a dozen other team members participating in this protection mission.
This mission concerned the peace of the Ninja World.
Considering the combat power of the Land of Demons Ninja, an A-rank evaluation was sufficient.
Asuma, who had always yearned for recognition, listened intently to his old father's mission explanation, then nodded vigorously: "Thank you very much! Hokage-sama, I will complete this mission well!"
Alas… Asuma, I hope you can truly grasp the essence of the will of fire.
Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, but his heart was filled with worry… Konoha streets in the early morning.
Several days had passed since the incident in the back mountains.
Sako had already been discharged from the hospital, while Gekkō Hayate was still hospitalized.
Naruto ran through the streets, beginning his daily morning training.
The Uchiha Ninja had already grown accustomed to Naruto's actions.
Especially when they learned that Naruto had saved Sako, they became even more benevolent towards him.
Of course, the proud Uchiha would not casually interact with others. So no Uchiha would actively talk to Naruto, but the benevolent looks in their eyes couldn't be faked.
And Naruto's so-called morning training also had its own purpose.
One was to show his face and build recognition among most Uchiha Ninja. By circling Konoha a few times every day, he could basically get to know most Uchiha Ninja and leave an impression in their minds. This would facilitate the next step of his plan to save the Uchiha Clan.
The second was to find a way to contact specific individuals. For example… Uchiha Izumi. He couldn't just run to her house and knock on her door to see her. So casual interactions were particularly important.
Today.
Naruto saw Uchiha Izumi on patrol.
Still a Genin, she had already joined the Police Force. It was clear that the Uchiha Clan internally took care of her.
The beautiful young girl, wearing a sleeveless outfit, also indicated that the weather was gradually warming up.
Just as Naruto was about to greet her and pretend it was a chance encounter… a large group of people moving through the street caught Naruto's attention.
The F4, the leading youth with a Mitsui Hisashi delinquent hairstyle, who else could it be but the rebellious Asuma.
The serious, red-eyed, curly-haired girl beside him was his childhood friend, Kurenai Yuhi.
Itachi was also among the team behind them.
Naruto wondered what kind of mission required such a large group of people to execute.
Naruto's gaze caught the attention of Yuhi ShinKurenai and Uchiha Itachi.
As Shinku Yuhi's daughter and an excellent Genjutsu Ninja, Yuhi ShinKurenai's perception was naturally extraordinary.
And Itachi… it was like enemies meeting, with emotions running high.
Naruto guessed that Itachi might be driven mad because he had taken his sister.
After all, Sako's Sharingan had awakened because of him. It was equivalent to being bound to Sako.
As her older brother, he must be angry.
"You'll be even angrier later."
Naruto met Itachi's gaze without fear, and after Itachi left, Naruto refocused his attention on Uchiha Izumi.
"Izumi-jie jie, good morning, what a coincidence~" Naruto instantly changed his expression, saying innocently.
"Uzumaki Naruto…"
Izumi recognized Naruto from the previous shopping incident.
She had also visited Sako when she was hospitalized and understood the whole story.
Knowing that Naruto protected Sako, she had a good impression of him.
However, this scene of interaction, seen through Yūgao Uzuki's eyes, caused Yūgao to worry.
The Uchiha Clan might exploit the Nine-Tailedinside Naruto.
So, next, she still needed to persuade Naruto to stay away from them… Chapter 17. First Subordinate? Yūgao Targeted by Naruto.
"Izumi-jie jie, I won't disturb your patrol. Goodbye~"
A few simple words of conversation marked the completion of their first formal meeting.
Naruto waved his hand and turned to bid farewell to Uchiha Izumi.
"I didn't expect this child to actually save Sako…"
Izumi gazed at Naruto's retreating figure, waving her hand and murmuring.
"The legendary Demon Fox boy isn't like what people describe."
Her father had died at the hands of the Nine-Tailedback then.
But the gentle Izumi harbored no hatred towards Naruto.
They were all comrades in the same Village, so Uzumaki Naruto was also one of them.
"He's not some demon fox…"
A clan member beside Izumi said indifferently.
Izumi: "Eh?"
"In short, you'll know later…"
The identity of Uzumaki Naruto as the son of the Fourth Hokage.
According to the theory of bloodline, the Uchihaare also the clan that most reveres bloodline. Sooner or later… this kid Uzumaki Naruto will have his moment to shine… *Swish!*
Yūgao Uzuki's figure appeared beside Naruto.
"Naruto."
Standing in front of Naruto, Yūgao was as valiant and spirited as ever today.
The Anbu uniform accentuated her graceful figure, making Naruto linger.
Unfortunately… the first two times he only fed her some milk; he couldn't make too many moves.
That's why he used some of his methods on Hyuga Natsu instead.
"Yūgao-jie jie, is something the matter?"
Naruto put on a harmless expression.
With this look, he could easily gain the goodwill of almost everyone, and the Yūgao in front of him was no exception.
And now, with the merit of saving Sako, defeating several Hidden Mist Ninja, and even punishing Biwa Jūzō of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist. Naruto's position in Yūgao's eyes became increasingly incredible.
She felt that Naruto radiated infinite light and heat, like a sun that she needed to look up to.
Even the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist had been dealt with.
Then, it probably wouldn't be long before Narutoreached the level of a Kage.
Thinking of Naruto's terrifying talent, Yūgaocouldn't help but gasp, inhaling a Wind Release