How does it feel to be back in your hometown?
Kakuzu was the first to be affected, just scoffed at these words.
This guy has been a defector for decades, so it's absurd to say he misses his hometown.
I guess they were more interested in going back to kill them.
As expected, although Kakuzu showed no outward change in emotion, the killing intent in his green eyes could no longer be concealed.
"Tch... Back then, they arranged for me to kill Hashirama, and then the Second Hokage of Konoha came knocking on my door. Those bureaucrats just made me a scapegoat!"
Whenever I think of him, I feel a tightness in my chest.
In the Original Work, he did not seek revenge after joining Akatsuki. One reason was that when he seized the Earth Grudge Fear, he took the hearts of all the high-ranking members.
On the other hand, it's also possible that they were outnumbered and powerless, and that they had a grievance to settle and a debt to settle, so they still had some compassion for their own villagers.
It is indeed difficult for one person to fight against an entire ninja village. Although it is just a small ninja village, it still has Tailed Beasts.
Unless he can mobilize the Akatsuki's forces, which is clearly impossible.
To say that he is detached from worldly desires and has let go of hatred is clearly impossible; given the chance, he wouldn't mind making them pay a greater price.
He served the village tirelessly, only to be unjustly imprisoned and eventually become Rogue Ninja.
If it were Orochimaru, Konoha dared to treat him like that, they would be lucky if they didn't destroy Konoha!
Now that you have the ability, why don't you go back to show off and slap yourself in the face, staging a drama of "thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river, don't underestimate the poor middle-aged"?
Without Orochimaru even having to urge him, this guy volunteered to lead the way.
Having acquaintances makes things easier. Leading more than two hundred ninjas, they traversed from the cold regions of the Land of Iron to the ever-spring-like Land of Waterfalls.
Many ninjas wearing cotton-padded coats couldn't help but take off their coats.
As for powerful individuals like Orochimaru and Kakuzu, who are confident in their superior physiques, they wouldn't freeze like dogs.
"How much do you know about the Seven-Tails Jinchuriki of Takigakure?"
Noticing the somewhat subdued atmosphere, Orochimaru raised a question that he was particularly interested in.
The Seven-Tails Chōmei, is not described much in the Original Work. All that is known is that the Jinchuriki of this generation is "Fu" or "Feng".
She should be a little girl of three or four years old now, and she has been nurtured from a young age.
It's obvious what the situation is like for Jinchuriki; every single one of them grew up amidst ridicule and sarcasm.
Even Eight-Tails Killer B, the Perfect Jinchuriki of Kumogakure, wasn't much better as a child.
However, each of these Jinchuriki has their own way of comforting themselves.
Naruto has a self-hypnosis technique, Killer B simply entertains himself through rap, and Fu is no exception.
This little girl has always been carefree and easygoing, as if she's missing a screw in her head; she's heartless and indifferent to everyone.
He secretly registered for the joint exam between Konoha and Sunagakure, and when he returned, he ran into Kakuzu and Hidan.
Knowing full well that they were enemies, she still went to them. Can we call her naive or stupid?
The inevitable outcome was that they were completely devoured by the Akatsuki, and even when they appeared in the Fourth Great Ninja War, their role in the summoning event was minimal.
"Seven-Tails Chōmei? Takigakure just monopolizes the Tailed Beasts; the Jinchuriki of each generation have never played a role, and they even need ninjas to protect them!"
Kakuzu seemed to look down on the Jinchuriki of Takigakure, and unless the Tailed Beasts went berserk, he really didn't think they were any threat.
Moreover, according to the information gathered, Fu has only been Jinchuriki for a short time. What's there to be afraid of? Kakuzu even fought Hashirama.
Perhaps Kakuzu knew this, which is why he spoke so confidently. Orochimaru didn't expose his thoughts, but instead continued:
"Doesn't Takigakure have the legendary Hero Water? Can that stuff really make people stronger?"
To everyone's surprise, Kakuzu was even more amused when Kakuzu, and those around him were a little confused by his neurotic behavior.
"That thing does have some effect; it can stimulate human potential, but..."
He paused for a moment, and everyone perked up their ears when they saw that he was still keeping them in suspense.
"Kakuzu- senpai, is that thing really that amazing?"
Anko also moved closer to him, looking at him intently; becoming stronger was her greatest passion.
The influx of talented and powerful individuals during this period has put immense pressure on her, especially Guren, who has always been at odds with her.
After being trained by Orochimaru, Guren gradually began to show her talent thanks to her Kekkei Genkai.
Now that girl isn't around, what are we waiting for? Let's seize this opportunity!
"You can try it then, but I drank it all in one go when I left back then. I wonder how much it has stored up over the years!"
The others were speechless. No wonder this guy had such a strange look in his eyes, acting like he got a good deal but was still being smug.
"Huh? Kakuzu- senpai is so unfair! No wonder you're so strong!"
Upon hearing this, Anko said angrily, "I never thought Kakuzu would be so greedy!"
Fortunately, this thing is regenerable, otherwise she would have been devastated.
"Speaking of which, you've taken two of the three great treasures of Takigakure. You certainly know how to do business!"
"Hehe... That's right! Otherwise, do you think I was able to sit in the top position of the Northern Lands Finance Department by flattering Lord Lang?"
As he spoke, Kakuzu glanced casually at Orochimaru, and seeing that he didn't react, he continued speaking to Anko:
"I earned all of that through my own abilities! I'm not bragging, but I, Kakuzu, have never made a losing deal. The First Hokage knew that!"
"Why is the First Hokage being brought up again?"
"Because he had a good eye back then. He could tell at a glance that I was a rare talent. He recognized me as such back then because I was a rare talent...!"
Everyone listened with great interest as Kakuzu recounted the past.
These younger generations were also curious about the old stories, and in their eyes Kakuzu usually had a very dignified appearance.
Now I have the opportunity to learn more about the Genin world and also to build relationships with the leaders. Everyone is very respectful.
Time drew near to Takigakure amidst Kakuzu's rambling conversation.
With a slight activation of Mind's Eye of the Kagura, Orochimaru sensed several hidden sentries.
Although it can't compare to the vigilance of the great ninja villages, and Takigakure is hidden in the waterfall, there is still a necessary level of vigilance.
"Send a few people!"
Orochimaru pointed in several directions, and the three-person ninja teams quickly went to investigate.
"Young man, you have a bright future! I won't worry about your heart!"
Kakuzu patted the ninja he was chatting happily with, and the ninja found his words rather strange.
"Thinking about the heart? Is he some kind of heart-stealing demon? Judging from his constant wearing of a mask, is his mouth always full of blood?"
The ninja, who had been all smiles, humble and gentle, suddenly felt a chill run down his spine, and involuntarily took a step back.
"Alright, time to get to work!"
Just then, Orochimaru's voice came from the side again!