Nine-Tails, I'm Very Democratic!

In Konoha, on the rooftop of the Hokage Building, Tsunade stood there with an extremely solemn expression.

Although the location for unsealing the Nine-Tails was in the deepest part of the Forest of Death, and the aura and movement were sealed off by the Barrier Team, she was not worried about the aura leaking out.

Instead...

The deal with Kurama (the Nine-Tails) did not go as smoothly as expected.

That thing is, after all, Tailed Beast.

The values and thoughts of Tailed Beast cannot be understood using human thinking. What if Nine-Tails regrets being released immediately, and Kyohiko and Minato Namikaze are unable to stop Nine-Tails?

Therefore, Tsunade and the others form the second line of defense.

"Don't worry, they'll be fine."

Orochimaru chuckled, "With Kyohiko and Minato's abilities, even if Kushina has gone berserk and can't control herself, they can still suppress the Nine-Tails."

As a researcher, he was all too aware of just how terrifying Kyohiko's power was now.

The current Kyohiko...

In terms of physical constitution, he is far inferior to Hashirama Senju, but he has little to do with normal people.

even.

Senju Tobirama was probably far less physically powerful than Kyohiko.

In addition, there's the Sage Transformation.

To put it bluntly, Kyohiko is now a Hashirama -Hashirama. He can do most of what Hashirama Senju can do, and he can also do quite a few things that Hashirama Senju can't do.

With all-around strength and virtually no weaknesses, suppressing the Nine-Tails is a piece of cake.

not to mention.

Minato Namikaze is no pushover either.

Although his potential is somewhat lower, he is slightly better than Kyohiko in terms of speed and Sealing Technique, making him a suitable second-in-command for sealing Tailed Beast.

In addition, there's Yuzuki Uzumaki, who comes from the Uzumaki Clan...

Such a combination.

Let alone one Nine-Tails, even if there were another Eight-Tails, Konoha might still be able to handle it.

A long time passed.

Tsunade sensed a rising aura, and her expression immediately changed.

The Barrier blocked its flow, making its aura extremely weak.

but.

For experts like them, such an aura was enough for them to sense and raise their guard.

"Nine-Tails! As expected, this guy..."

"Don't rush."

Orochimaru, however, remained calm.

He squinted. "The Barrier hasn't been broken yet, the worst situation hasn't happened, and it's possible that Kyohiko has already brought it under control."

Although Orochimaru's tone was calm, his hand was toying with a snake in his sleeve. When he unleashed his aura, he instantly grabbed the snake's body, causing it to writhe in agony.

It's clear that Orochimaru's mood was equally unsettled.

One second, two seconds...

A few seconds later, the aura that had been faintly emanating from the Barrier gradually subsided, and as the aura calmed, the birds that had been startled in the Forest of Death gradually returned to their nests.

"It's alright now."

Orochimaru breathed a sigh of relief.

fine.

It was just a false alarm!

Tsunade smiled and said, "Yes, it's alright now. But I hope the cooperation with Nine-Tails will go smoothly, otherwise it'll be quite a headache if this happens a few more times."

"Um."

Orochimaru closed his eyes, turned around, and said, "I'm leaving. My research still needs to continue."

Thank you.

Tsunade expressed her gratitude.

Orochimaru waved his hand, then Body Flicker Technique disappeared.

The old men from the Konoha Ninja Academy were still gathered on the sidelines and had not yet left.

Hiruzen Sarutobi walked off the stage and chatted with everyone, trying to stall for time. He was quite far away and couldn't sense any fluctuations at all.

A few seconds later, a voice appeared beside him.

"Lord Sandai, Lord Kyohiko sent me a message: they've finished."

"Good."

Hiruzen Sarutobi responded softly.

He used his Transparent Escape ability to approach Hiruzen Sarutobi Gekko Shusaku directly informed him of the latest news before silently leaving the scene.

Hiruzen Sarutobi knew.

My work here is finally over, and I feel a sense of relief mixed with a touch of melancholy.

One is...

He hadn't felt this way in a long time since he was no longer the Hokage.

in addition.

As Konoha grows stronger, the "rules of the game" in the Shinobi World seem to have changed. Past ways of thinking and routines are no longer applicable.

His abilities seem to be gradually becoming useless.

For Konoha, Hiruzen Sarutobi seemed to have become a dispensable old man, and the Third Hokage" had become the respectful title everyone used for him...

Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed softly.

"Hiruzen, what are you thinking about?"

"Oh, I'm sorry."

Hiruzen Sarutobi of his daze and began to wrap up his speech.

Several minutes passed.

"Everyone has registered, and we should start delivering firewood by next week at the latest. Genin or students will help chop it then..."

Chopping wood, carrying water.

These were originally tasks for genin (Genin).

Nowadays, it's just a matter of adding a step where students go up the mountain to chop, deliver, and split firewood.

A cheer erupted from below.

Deep within the Forest of Death.

As the Nine-Tails disappeared, all that remained was a tree that looked like a dragon.

Kushina looked at Minato, and then...

She looked at Kyohiko.

Where is the Nine-Tails?

"They're inside, wait a moment."

Kyohiko smiled.

Yuzuki Uzumaki's face was filled with shock and complex emotions.

I witnessed the Nine-Tails...

She now understood why Kyohiko had taken her to see the seal.

Yes, a visit.

Just as Kyohiko had said before, she didn't actually need to take action in this battle. She was just there as a safety net, and also to let Kyohiko witness the power of the Tailed Beast.

Now, she sees it.

The Nine-Tails ' power was terrifying; in that instant, its aura made her almost feel the approach of death.

but.

Despite being Jinchuriki, Kushina was able to quickly counterattack the Nine-Tails after receiving help, and reseal a portion of it.

Such power is enough to demonstrate the strength and uniqueness of the Uzumaki Clan's Sealing Technique.

The Uzushio Village may have been destroyed for this reason.

Yuzuki Uzumaki's eyes dimmed.

After a short while, the fruit in the dragon-shaped tree split open, releasing a rich aroma.

Immediately afterwards, two tiny Nine-Tails emerged from within.

They looked at each other without saying a word.

"Nine-Tails Fox #1, Nine-Tails Fox #2, what do you want to say?"

"You!"

The Nine-Tails fox spoke, its voice incredibly childish.

It seemed to have returned to the moment it was first created, and for a moment it was in a state of panic and confusion.

how so?

They glared angrily at Kyohiko.

What did you do?

"It's nothing. As Chakra life forms, your life state and aura are actually quite easy to influence. I just applied some seals and added a core to you."

Kyohiko answered calmly.

Each of them contains a piece of Amber, which seals a portion of the Nine-Tails 'Chakra.

He definitely couldn't have done it before.

Previously, thanks to the master-level Strength of a Hundred Technique, Kyohiko's Yin Seal had also reached the master level, making him very familiar with how to seal Chakra to create a pool.

Helping the two Nine-Tails build Chakra pool would be a piece of cake.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have waited so long.

Nine-Tails #2 angrily retorted, "Shameless! What happened to your promise to set us free?"

"Aren't you free now?"

Kyohiko countered with a question.

The two Nine-Tails choked instantly.

this...

If one had to put it bluntly, it seems the other party didn't completely seal off their freedom; at least they didn't steal their Chakra and seal it within their own body.

But with such a size and voice, where is the slightest hint of imposing presence?

They didn't want to talk at all.

Minato Namikaze suppressed a laugh, clearly understanding how Kyohiko had done it.

"This is indeed a win-win solution. If you really encounter danger, we will definitely help you break the seal. But if we completely return the power to you, what if you get angry and hurt someone?"

Kushina agreed.

She was speaking to them, and also to the Nine-Tails fox within her—

She still possesses half of the Nine-Tails ' power.

"Agh! I, the Nine-Tails, have been reduced to this state by you! No, I disagree! I want them back!"

The Nine-Tails creature roared incessantly, its claws pounding furiously against the prison gate.

Taishe is dead!

If others saw this, my lifelong reputation would be completely ruined!

Kushina suppressed a laugh and looked at the two Nine-Tails outside.

"Your original body wants to take you back, so do you want to stay outside and enjoy your freedom, or come back to me?"

"..."

The two Nine-Tails foxes stared at each other.

Good question!

They didn't answer immediately, clearly indicating that they were starting to waver.

go back...

Once you're out, who wants to go back?

Kyohiko smiled brightly and said, "You need to understand that your interests are not the same as itss. You are free and unrestrained outside, but it is still locked inside!"

Minato Namikaze's lips twitched.

That kid is really bad!

The tactic of sowing discord is blatantly obvious, and the thing is, it actually works.

Whether it's Shadow Clone or Tailed Beast clone, each consciousness is subtly different in essence; only their memories are completely identical. Now, however, they belong to different individuals...

Taking them down one by one is incredibly easy.

The two Tailed Beast split their minds and began to move.

"Oh, right, Shukaku from Sunagakure will be coming to our village sometime. I'll give you guys a chance to give him a good thrashing then!"

Kyohiko's smile gradually broadened.

In an instant.

"Make a deal!"

The two Nine-Tails creatures spoke in unison, without the slightest hesitation.

Minato Namikaze secretly gave a thumbs up.

Goodness, Kyohiko really knows how to do things; he actually came up with this trick...

but.

What's going on in Sunagakure?

He didn't rush to ask questions, but instead looked at the two Tailed Beast, pondering how they should be allocated and managed.

Even if it's only a quarter of his Chakra, without the sealing ability of the Adamantine Sealing Chains, he might not be able to reseal and take it back after releasing it.

"You guys go back first. I'll discuss the follow-up arrangements with Minato and these two."

"Good."

Kushina and Yuzuki exchanged a glance.

"Let me take you to the Hokage Building; I can help you report on your work there."

Without saying a word, Kyohiko sent both of them over.

Minato Namikaze a slight sigh of relief.

"Kyohiko, thank you!"

He understood that Kyohiko had sent Yuzuki Uzumaki over in the hope of easing tensions between her and Kushina.

In fact.

This clansman was indeed a knot in Kushina's heart. Although she didn't say it usually, it was always on her mind, something she couldn't untie or let go of for a long time.

"Okay, now let's talk about ours."

Kyohiko sat on the ground, looking at the two miniature Nine-Tails foxes.

"I'm very democratic and have always respected other people's opinions. Now you can choose for yourselves: whoever wants to follow me, whoever wants to follow him, or you can all follow him. I don't object."

Minato Namikaze felt a sudden pressure.

One...

He was starting to get worried.

If two come, what will happen?

What's the difference between that and just throwing the Nine-Tails into their house?

Neither of the two Nine-Tails foxes wanted to go to Kyohiko's place.

This guy is too strong!

Even at their peak, they weren't confident they could defeat Kyohiko, let alone now that they only had a quarter of their Chakra, and most of their Chakra was sealed.

Working with Kyohiko will be very stressful.

Correspondingly, it would also be safer, and you never know when you might be able to come out for some fresh air.

The two foxes were torn and unable to make a decision.

"Me!"

Nine-Tails #2 raises its hand.

Kyohiko nodded. "Alright, then it's you, Minato. You can take care of the other one."

"Um."

Minato Namikaze is perfectly acceptable.

Outside the Hokage Building office, two red-haired women stared at each other, neither speaking for a moment.

Kushina pondered how to break the deadlock.

but--

Before she could come up with an answer, the door creaked open.

"What are you two doing standing at the door? Please come in."

Shizune Gate of Opening and made a "please" gesture.

The two nodded.

Upon entering, before Kushina Tsunade into a barrage of questions. "How's the situation? Has the Nine-Tails matter been resolved?"

"Well..."

Kushina was stunned for a moment.

she...

I don't think I had a very strong awareness at the time.

At this moment, Yuzuki Uzumaki said, "It's all taken care of, Lord Hokage. The situation was like this..."

She recounted the situation in an orderly manner.

Basically, it covered every little detail.

Tsunade, and at the same time, she was secretly surprised—

Orochimaru was right!

Kyohiko alone could probably handle the Nine-Tails.

certainly.

According to Yuzuki's description, Kushina must have also restrained some of the Tailed Beast Chakra. If it were the complete Nine-Tails, even Kyohiko would have had a very difficult time.

The subsequent "Little Nine-Tails" made Tsunade want to give it a thumbs up.

Her biggest headache was figuring out how to deal with the Nine-Tails that had split off.

To give the other party freedom, yet to restrict its actions...

That's a Tailed Beast!

The current plan couldn't be more perfect.

Tsunade had a bright smile on her face.

"Kushina, you've all worked so hard! I'll treat you all to dinner tonight to reward you properly!"

"No... I didn't do anything!"

Kushina a dry laugh.

She felt as if she hadn't put in much effort; she had simply relaxed her mind and the seal slightly, allowing half of the Nine-Tails ' power to emerge.

After that, it was all Kyohiko's performance.

Shizune said expressionlessly, "Lady Tsunade just wants to drink, but Lady Tsunade, you still have a debt to repay to Lord Jiraiya this month, and your balance is insufficient to pay it."

"Shizune!"

Tsunade on the table, then her tone softened quickly, "We can use next month's supply first, it'll be ready soon anyway."

Kushina and Yuzuki exchanged a glance, feeling unable to get a word in edgewise.

and.

This situation was truly unexpected.

Especially Yuzuki Uzumaki.

She never expected that Lady Tsunade would be like this in private, completely different from her usual solemn and dignified demeanor.