In Kumogakure, Already a Villager A, but the Two-Tails

"No way, it's not working already?" Naruto stopped helplessly. "Hurry up, stop dawdling like a girl."

The Yugito Nii were drenched in sweat, as if they had just been pulled out of the water. She looked up at Naruto, her teeth clenched, clearly furious.

"I'm a woman, you bastard! Can't you slow down?"

"Slow down? You think this is some kind of fancy trick?" Naruto said, sounding annoyed. "We're on the move. Slowing down is a waste of time. Can't you keep up?"

"I can't hold on anymore, I'm not running anymore, I can't run anymore." The catgirl gave up and lay down on the ground, looking like she was ready to be beaten to death. "I won't run anymore, go ahead and do it."

Hearing this, Naruto walked to her side, looked down at her a few times, and curled his lip. What's the point of bullying someone who won't fight back? Of course, you have to run away.

"Why would I hit you? I just love seeing you run out of breath." Naruto showed no mercy whatsoever and pulled her up.

"I'm exhausted, I can't move." She was as limp as a lump of mud; the strenuous journey was pure torture, and she was on the verge of a mental breakdown.

"I'll give it to you once if necessary."

"No need, I'm not interested in the fuel tank opening." He refused directly, then looked at the Yugito Nii.

"You're not moving? What do we do then?" Naruto looked troubled and scratched his head. "Actually, there are other ways. We don't necessarily have to travel on foot."

"What?" The Yugito Nii's chest heaved violently, and the sweat on her forehead stung her eyes, so she could only squint at him.

"It costs money." Naruto looked down at him and made a money-counting gesture, saying with utter disdain, "There are still means of transportation in this world. I'll let you go if you pay this much."

"Where would I get money?" Yugito speechlessly. "Unless I return to Kumogakure."

"Ahem, this isn't Kumogakure," Naruto reminded her. "But it's not like there's no way out. We may not have money, but others do."

"Huh? How could you do something like that?" She was stunned, completely unable to accept such a shameless suggestion.

"You've got the wrong idea. I meant wandering ninjas." Naruto smiled. "I'm a law-abiding citizen. How could I possibly harm civilians?"

"Wandering ninjas are highly skilled in combat and often prey on civilians for money, usually operating in groups. We've encountered quite a few on the road; how about we rob them while we're on the way?"

"How could this be?!" The Yugito Nii' faces darkened instantly as they stared at Naruto with icy eyes. "Even if you've already... I still have my bottom line."

"No matter what, I am still a ninja!"

"Ninja? Ah!! It hurts!!! Please, spare me!" A female wandering ninja knelt in the darkness, clutching her thigh and begging for mercy in agony.

The night was dark and the wind was strong, and she was filled with regret. She had long heard from her seniors that the winds were strong lately and it was not advisable to commit crimes against the wind at this time. But she had lost too much these past few days, and she had no choice but to take the risk.

He had initially hoped he wouldn't run into the two blond-haired thugs who were known for their double-crossing tactics. But who could have imagined that he'd fall before he even got off the ground?

"Narrow-minded, you think you can be let off the hook?" Naruto stood aside with his arms crossed, sneering. The woman on the ground who was begging for mercy had just killed her entire merchant family, and he and Yugito happened to be blocking her way.

The composition of wandering ninjas is complex and cannot be summarized in a single word. They include rogue ninjas, those who voluntarily wander, and the most vicious individuals, each with their own story.

If it weren't for this chance encounter, who would believe that this seemingly frail, flat-chested woman on the ground was a ruthless, wandering ninja? You can't look people in the eye directly, and judging a book by its cover is naive.

The Yugito Nii, having lost patience with a woman's rambling, simply killed her. They glanced at the family that had been wiped out and shook their heads.

"Let's go," she said, continuing her search for the unlucky guy.

Although the two were short of money, they still avoided touching what they could. Even though that family was already gone, that's just how the world is; order cannot completely protect ordinary people.

Some orphaned, gentle boys, with sisters and houses, have inherited a trace of their bloodline. They unintentionally unleash their power and may even become entangled with wandering ninjas.

After all, a ninja's growth requires systematic training; even mastering the basics requires guidance. This has led to chaos in the world, where the deaths of some civilians are hardly a big deal.

Wealthy people would choose to live in ninja villages, or in major cities in various countries, or settle down in large towns.

If they're broke, they'll simply go into seclusion; if they're bold enough, they'll live in ordinary villages. If they encounter trouble or wandering ninjas, they'll usually cooperate and then go to the ninja village to ask for help from the ninjas afterwards.

Ultimately, the unstable element of wandering ninjas also attracted the attention of the wealthy. At the same time, they became targets for prevention and suppression by the major ninja villages.

As for complete eradication, that's utterly impossible. Wandering ninjas thrive like weeds, and unless the Otsutsuki eradicate all life on the planet, their Chakra will never truly disappear.

Ultimately, the bloodline of Otsutsuki hybrids will not disappear; it will only become increasingly diluted. After a period of time, there is a small probability that hybrids with higher purity will emerge.

"These days, no wandering ninjas have shown up around here. Let's find another place," Naruto said nonchalantly, his eyes darting around.

This was a small teahouse. The two people at the table ordered several plates of snacks and two cups of fragrant tea. Wisps of white steam rose, lightly obscuring the furrowed brows of the Yugito Nii.

"We've already visited all the ones with names and surnames, and the rest don't dare to show their faces." The Yugito Nii nodded, indicating their agreement to the suggestion.

As Naruto ate, he observed the Yugito Nii. Seeing that they were no longer resistant to these things, he couldn't help but grin. This was also part of the training.

Compared to Yakumo Kurama and Hydrangea, Yugito Nii's abilities are clearly stronger. However, she is also a Kumogakure, so it's impossible for her to choose to become a traitor directly.

Even if he makes a decision, he will definitely hesitate and waver repeatedly. What he needs to do now is to refine the Yugito Nii, influencing her both physically and mentally.

Like a young girl's underwear, boundaries are crossed little by little. Once there's a first time, there's a second; a small stream will eventually become a estuary.

The journey can be slower, but it is essential to ensure that the Yugito Nii do not sit on the fence.

There weren't many customers in the teahouse, and the people sitting at a distance from each other meant there was no possibility of their conversation being overheard by those sitting next to them. After a moment of silence, the Yugito Nii suddenly looked up and asked a question.

"Why do you think those wandering ninjas are so cruel, always targeting civilians?"

"What's so strange about that? This is the real Shinobi World." Naruto said, seemingly unfazed. "Ninjas are born killing machines."

"They're either at war or on their way to war. Wandering ninjas aren't exactly regular ninjas. They don't dare to attack those protected by ninjas, so they can only turn their swords on civilians."

Upon hearing this, the Yugito Nii didn't say anything more. She wasn't a naive Genin; she had climbed her way up to the rank of Elite Jonin and had seen her share of bloodshed.

What I just said was just a momentary impulse; I didn't take it too seriously.

A few more days passed.

After traveling to several places and changing modes of transportation, the two finally arrived at the Land of Lightning. Naruto didn't cause any trouble along the way, nor did he try to instill any strange ideas in the Yugito Nii.

He knew the principle that too much of a good thing can be bad, and changing someone's mind is not something that can be done overnight. Moreover, the Yugito Nii were in special circumstances.

Thanks to the system, Yugito and he were now essentially bound to each other. There was no need to worry about being betrayed by the catgirl; it was simply that shared beliefs would ensure things proceeded more smoothly.

Night falls.

The two settled in a market town near Kumogakure, and as usual, they only booked one room to save money. Even though they had already raised a huge sum of two million ryo from wandering ninjas, they remained frugal.

Perhaps it's just become a habit. Ancient rulers didn't live and eat with their ministers for romantic purposes; it was more about winning people's hearts.

Unfortunately, Yugito Nii is a Jinchuriki of a Tailed Beast, so she won't experience things like getting sick, otherwise he could have pulled off another cliché plot.

Poisoning yourself and then curing yourself... Hmm, that's too obvious. It's still not gone.

After washing up, nothing happened that night.

The next day.

On a hilltop near Kumogakure, the Yugito Nii gazed towards their homeland.

Kumogakure is a village built atop a mountain range, a Jonin village nestled among the clouds, supported by several large peaks. It is perpetually surrounded by white clouds and the constant rumble of thunder.

The people here revere martial prowess due to the sunshine and the terrain. Most have dark or white skin, and their hair comes in various colors; they are also known for their large, beautiful women.

The white-haired, black-cheeked Mabui is also a rare breed; it is probably of mixed race, with a petite face and a hot figure.

The men were mostly big and burly, though there were also some small dogs, but those who reached the pinnacle of Ninjutsu body tempering were all big guys like the Fourth Raikage A.

He kept shouting that he wanted big and hard, and his muscular physique moved with a powerful and imposing manner.

These are Naruto's impressions of Kumogakure: a village that reveres strength and is fond of fighting. The Raikage is the strongest man in the entire village, skilled in Lightning Release and Nintaijutsu.

When it comes to Nintaijutsu, they have some skill, but some are just flashy. The A the Raikage of all generations was able to combine Lightning Release Ninjutsu and Taijutsu, creating one amazing feat after another.

However, compared to Might Guy's Eight Inner Gates, which can overcome all techniques with sheer force, it's still a complete novice. Even if Naruto is incredibly arrogant, he wouldn't dare claim he could withstand a single kick from Might Guy.

With Might Guy his foundation, Naruto has no fear of the Fourth Raikage A. He was able to wreak havoc on Kumogakure last time, and two years later, he's back and can do it again.

Back in the day, Chen Daozai.

"Let's hide for a bit, the Kumogakure Anbu might find us," the Yugito Nii said, interrupting his fantasy.

"Okay, okay." Naruto had no choice but to give in to reality, but at the same time he couldn't help but sigh that it was so convenient to have a local, someone who knew the place well.

The time they spent together had allowed the Yugito Nii to let go of their resistance to Naruto. Now, after all this time, she had finally returned to her hometown, but she felt none of the turmoil she had expected.

In just two short years, everything has changed beyond recognition, and she can never go back. If she were to reappear, she would likely face endless interrogation by the Kumogakure Anbu.

She sighed softly, and as soon as she turned her head, she found Naruto staring at her, which startled her.

"What are you doing?"

"Where are we supposed to hide?" He rolled his eyes, the mountain peak beneath his feet standing all alone. "You said we should hide, but how are we supposed to hide in this situation?"

"Go in!"

"Ah, you said it yourself." Naruto hesitated, then glanced at the Kumogakure not far away. "Once we're inside, you'll have to look after me and give me directions."

"What road are you pointing to? There's only one road," the Yugito Nii said.

With that, the two swaggered over using their Ninjutsu Transformation Jutsu, only to be stopped at the village entrance. Fortunately, they had Yugito Nii, who managed to sneak in without any real danger.

Upon entering Kumogakure, Naruto discovered that this village was utterly bizarre. Everywhere he looked, there were burly men engaged in fierce fighting; in other villages, brawls were at most just rolling around together, exchanging punches.

The villagers here even have fighting techniques; if it weren't for the fact that they couldn't use Ninjutsu, Naruto would have even suspected that the entire village was made up of ninjas.

Naruto had already Transformation Jutsu into an ordinary, white-skinned Villager A, while the Yugito Nii had transformed into a male Villager B.

In this place, it's a rare sight to see a man and a woman walking together on the street. It's not uncommon to see two muscular men holding hands, after all, excessive fitness attracts the opposite sex.

After their transformations, the two looked unremarkable, and no one paid them much attention. Turning into a small alley, Naruto stopped and turned to ask.

Where do you live?

"We can't go back. There's probably someone watching us, and we'll be discovered if we go back," the Yugito Nii said, shaking their heads.

"No way, my money... wait, isn't your money still at home?" Naruto swallowed hard. "Is it safe to leave it at home? Should we go back and check?"

Yugito Nii: "... Let's do it tonight."

Time flew by and evening arrived. Villager A and B wandered around and entered the long-abandoned home of the Yugito through the window. She looked at the dusty furniture and couldn't help but sigh.

"As expected," she muttered to herself, wiping away the dust.

"What?" Naruto turned to look at her, wondering where the money would be hidden, but unexpectedly, Yugito Nii pulled out several large boxes from under the living room table.

He saw it clearly; none of the chain stores had even opened. The stacks were filled with brand-new Land of Lightning currency, totaling tens of millions of taels, all neatly stacked there.

"What are you waiting for?" She glanced back at Naruto and gestured, "Put it all away. Haven't you been eyeing this money for a long time?"

"You can't say that. This is our operating budget." Naruto smiled and reached out, putting several boxes into his Sealing Space.

He looked around and said to Yugito, "We need to find somewhere else to stay. Pack your things."

"Okay." The Yugito Nii were quite decisive. They turned around, went back to their room to pack their clothes, grabbed a bag, and left.

As night deepened, Naruto and Yugito rented an apartment, officially beginning their short-term life of infiltration in Kumogakure, where they remained hidden from view.