Eliminating Kurama's Future Troubles

Within the territory of the Land of Rivers.

In a valley surrounded by mountains.

A large number of ninjas set up camp here.

The vanguard of Sunagakure had already crossed the Land of Rivers and marched straight into the Western Borderlands of the Land of Fire, catching Konoha off guard and capturing Kikyō Castle, a key border town of the Land of Fire. Almost all of the Konoha Ninja in the castle were wiped out.

This valley serves as a transit point for Sunagakure. Ninjas sent from the rear to the front lines, as well as supplies transported to Kikyō Castle, would all be first sent here.

One of the major reasons for Sunagakure's defeat in the Second Ninja World War was insufficient logistical support.

Sunagakure originally hoped for a quick victory, but Konoha dragged them into a quagmire of attrition, making defeat inevitable.

Therefore, this time, Sunagakure was well prepared.

At this moment, in the main camp at the very center of the camp, the high-ranking officials of Sunagakure were gathered.

Since the Third Kazekage mysteriously disappeared and his fate remains unknown, the two advisors of Chiyo, the siblings Chiyo and Ebizo, have taken charge of Sunagakure Sunagakure. This surprise attack on Konoha was also initiated by the two of them.

In addition, the two candidates for the Fourth Kazekage, Rasa and Pakura, were also in the camp.

The two were the strongest among the Jōnin of this generation of Sunagakure. Rasa learned the Magnet Release of the Third Kazekage, while Pakura mastered the extremely rare Scorch Release Kekkei Genkai.

Their performance in this great battle will also influence the final outcome of the Fourth Kazekage's position.

"Chiyo, all combat personnel are ready and supplies are in place. I wonder if we should launch a full-scale attack on Konoha next."

The Sunagakure in charge of logistics Jōnin Sunagakure spoke up.

"Use Kikyō Castle as our base and wait for Konoha's ninjas to launch a counterattack," Chiyo said in a deep voice.

"Yes."

"Is there anything else you want to say?" Chiyo asked, noticing the complicated expression on the Jōnin's face.

"Chiyo, we have sufficient combat personnel and supplies. If we don't take the initiative to launch an offensive and expand our gains, once the Konoha assembles, even if we manage to defend Kikyō Castle, we won't be able to avoid getting bogged down in a war of attrition, just like last time. In this respect, the village probably can't compete with Konoha."

"You're absolutely right." Chiyo nodded, then looked at Pakura beside her. "Pakura, what are your thoughts?"

The Kunoichi named Pakura appeared to be in her early twenties, about 1.6 meters tall. She had indigo green hair tied in a bun, with her sideburns dyed yellowish-brown. She wore a black, high-slit, sleeveless dress that exposed her entire back, revealing a large expanse of fair skin.

"That's what I'm worried about too. Our Sunagakure ninjas are of very high quality, no less than those of Konoha, but they really can't fight a war of attrition against the well-established Konoha."

Pakura truthfully answered his own thoughts.

Chiyo frowned slightly upon hearing this; Pakura's political acumen was truly lacking.

"According to the original plan, we still need a year to prepare, but now the situation is that Sunagakure has no choice but to launch a war against Konoha. As you should know, the Daimyo is very dissatisfied with our last defeat and has been cutting the funds allocated to the village for the past few years, forcing the village to reduce the size of its ninja force."

When the previous Third Hokage were alive, they could increase the village's funds by panning for gold.

Since Third Hokage have been missing, the village's economy has been in serious trouble!

Regardless of whether Konoha or not, the blame should fall on Konoha.

Chiyo explained.

The Third Kazekage and her grandson Sasori disappeared together, and with no news of them for so long, it can be assumed that they are dead.

Although Chiyo couldn't accept it, it was the truth.

Besides Konoha, Iwagakure and Kumogakure are also capable of doing this.

However, Sunagakure must hold Konoha accountable.

"What Chiyo means is that we will launch an attack on Konoha sooner or later. The reason for bringing it forward now is to turn the internal conflict into an external conflict and prevent the internal conflict from escalating."

Rasa spoke up from the side.

"That's the idea." Chiyo nodded and continued, "If the village shrinks its ninja force, many ninjas will inevitably have to change careers, which will be fatal for Sunagakure."

In just a few years, our Sunagakure will become the worst ninja village among the Great Nations.

Since the daimyo is unwilling to increase funding, we have no choice but to launch the war ahead of schedule.

Regardless of whether the Daimyo is willing or not, he cannot stand idly by and watch Sunagakure be defeated, and he will definitely give his full support to our war against Konoha.

If we significantly weaken Konoha's strength in this First Shinobi World War, or even unite with other villages to defeat Konoha, the Daimyo will not only not hold us accountable, but will also allocate additional funds to the village.

Soon, Kirigakure will launch an attack on the Land of Fire from the east, thus attacking from both sides and simultaneously tying down two forces in Konoha.

Ōnoki and the Third Raikage will not remain indifferent.

"I see." Pakura suddenly realized. She had thought that Lady Chiyo had lost her mind because of the disappearance of the Third Kazekage and her grandson Sasori, and was eager to take revenge on Konoha. She did not expect that there was also a political reason behind it. She had never thought of this aspect.

Chiyo: "Rasa, all the Sunagakure in Kikyō Castle are under your command, Pakura! You must assist Rasa well."

"Yes," Rasa and Pakura replied respectfully.

"I will lead the Puppeteer Squad to stay at the camp and provide support at any time. In addition, I will send a small elite force into the Land of Land of Fire to launch a surprise attack on the Konoha Ninja and create unrest in their rear. Now that White Fang is dead, we have no more worries about our rear."

"Yes!"

Konoha.

The main force has begun to assemble at the village entrance.

Orochimaru will serve as the commander-in-chief of this Western Front.

Of course, this was something everyone expected.

The last time they fought against Sunagakure, Three Ninja gathered together, and Orochimaru was in charge of command.

This time, facing their old rivals again, led by Orochimaru, the Jōnin relatively at ease.

After all, in every large-scale frontal battle, Orochimaru, as the commander, always charged to the front. For this reason alone, both clan ninjas and common ninjas were convinced of his authority.

Soldiers must trust their commanders to unleash the full potential of the troops.

For ninjas with extraordinary abilities, tactics are important in battle, but ultimately they cannot compare to the confidence that a strong person can inspire by leading from the front and using their powerful presence to give others confidence.

Shiraha, an "ordinary" medical Chunin, remained at home and did not join the army's departure.

Because he wanted to help Kushina eliminate future troubles.

At this moment, at Shiraha's home.

He and Kushina were in a room covered by a barrier.

Since Kushina confronted the Third Hokage, Third Hokage has stopped using the ' Telescope Technique ' to monitor her.

It's not that we can't, but that we dare not.

"Kushina, are you ready?"

"Um."

Shiraha sent his Chakra into Kushina's abdomen, and together they entered the Sealing Space.

After careful consideration, I think that Kushina's combat power is the easiest to improve at this stage. All I need to do is help her increase her utilization rate of the Nine-Tails Chakra.

And this matter also requires Uzumaki Mito's help.

The two appeared in the Sealing Space and came before the Kurama.

Because of Kurama's mistake last time, Kurama 'Kushina lower body was firmly locked by Golden Chains, leaving only its forelimbs exposed, which looked quite comical.

Shiraha: "Kushina, let's begin."

Kushina nodded, looked directly above the Sealing Space, and called out:

"Grandma Mito, I'd like you to help me break the seal, is that alright?"

As soon as she finished speaking, Chakra Orb appeared in the space in front of her.

However, this time Uzumaki Mito did not manifest in human form, but instead surrounded Kushina in the form of Chakra Orb.

"Grandma Mito?" Kushina looked at Uzumaki Mito's Chakra with a puzzled expression.

Soon, Mito Uzumaki Mito's figure appeared within the Chakra Orb.

After much deliberation, she chose to believe Kushina.

"Kushina." Uzumaki Mito stepped forward and hugged Kushina.

This time, she will manifest human form for the last time. Her Chakra will lose consciousness and remain in the state it was in when she last disappeared.

However, Mito is already content to see her granddaughter grow up.

Before Shiraha could speak, he felt a gentle yet powerful Chakra send him out of the Sealing Space.

The next second, his consciousness returned to his body.

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Shiraha smiled helplessly. It seemed that the grandfather and grandson wanted to have a private conversation, so they kicked him out of the group chat.

It's okay if you don't listen.

If he insists later, Kushina will definitely tell him what Mito said.

Of course, there's no need for that.

As long as it benefits Kushina, that's enough. It's not like he needs to know everything.

At this moment, inside the Sealing Space.

Kushina looked at Mito in surprise. "Grandma Mito, Shiraha, he..."

Mito smiled slightly and said, "Kushina, I know that child is someone you can completely trust, and I believe in him too, but there are some things I only want to tell you to one person, and I hope you can understand."

"Yes." Kushina nodded.

"I saw everything that happened between you and Kurama. Even now, I still find it hard to believe that Tailed Beast would be willing to coexist peacefully with humans. You did something that no one else could do, and I am very gratified."

Mito smiled; at this moment, she no longer regarded Kushina as a child.

"Hmph!" The Kurama behind her snorted softly upon hearing Mito's words.

"The fact that Madara is still alive is something even Hashirama probably didn't expect. Whatever his schemes may be, you will have to face them yourselves. In the final moments, the only thing I can do to help you is to unleash the power of the Kurama."

Mito continued.

"Grandma Mito, have you agreed to lift the seal?" Kushina asked.

"We can't waste this opportunity. I'm leaving all my remaining Chakra to you." Mito nodded.

After saying that, Mito quickly Hand Seals, completing Hand Seals at a speed that left Kushina dazzled.

Splash splash splash~

The massive Golden Chains binding the Kurama Fox's body began to loosen gradually.

Soon, all the chains came loose and left the Kurama ' body.

However, these Golden Chains did not completely disappear; instead, they transformed into a giant cube-shaped cage, trapping the Kurama Fox inside.

"Mito?! What are you doing?" The smile on Kurama's face gradually froze as she pounded on the metal cage, but she couldn't break the seal.

"Kurama, you can try to break the Adamantine Sealing Chains I left behind with brute force. I don't know if you can succeed, but doing so will definitely hurt Kushina."

Mito said with a determined expression.

Upon hearing this, the Kurama paused in its action of patting the cage.

"Kushina can only use a small portion of your power right now."

You've been inside my body for decades, and no one knows your power better than I do.

Letting you out completely would be far too risky.

Kurama, I still can't believe you!

After all, during the last Chakra refinement, your consciousness briefly controlled Kushina's body.

Your act of helping her use the Tailed Beast Ball makes me wary.

Last time, with me watching over you, you didn't dare to take over Kushina's body. But once my Chakra is completely gone, there will be no one left to help Kushina.

"If you completely take over Kushina's consciousness, even if Hashirama is resurrected, his Wood Release will likely have very limited effectiveness against you."

Mito continued, her eyes filled with apprehension as she looked at Kurama.

"Grandma Mito, Kurama isn't that kind of person!"

Kushina stepped forward and spoke with a very firm tone.

Mito shook her head. "Kushina, forgive me for not being able to believe in the Kurama like you do, after all, it has brought too many disasters to humanity."

Even if it doesn't harm you, what if it briefly controls your body and releases Tailed Beast Ball at Konoha? What will you do then?

Kushina was speechless for a moment, unsure how to answer.

If Kurama actually did that, she might be very disappointed, but as long as Kurama doesn't kill those she cherishes, Kushina doesn't really care about the lives of the other Konoha people. She won't kill innocent people indiscriminately, but if it has already happened, then naturally Shiraha and Kurama are the most important to her, and the rest are Tsunade and Nawaki.

"Hmph! Even if I wanted to seek revenge on Konoha, I wouldn't use such despicable methods. I'm not like you humans!"

Kurama glared at Mito and roared.

"I'm sorry, I have to prepare for the worst. I hope you won't blame me." Mito looked at Kushina apologetically.

"Grandma Mito," Kushina shook her head, "I won't blame you."

Although she didn't agree with Mito's actions, she could understand her feelings. After all, she didn't feel much belonging to Konoha right now, and if Shiraha and Kurama were to attack Konoha, she would definitely take action. This was probably why Mito was worried.

"Kushina, in this final moment, I hope you can promise me that you will never harm anyone from Konoha. Can you do that?" Mito's eyes were filled with hope. Kushina was different from her; the current Kushina had her own ideas.

"Shouldn't you be worried about whether Konoha will harm her? If the people of Konoha try to attack her, can't she fight back?" Kurama said angrily. This Uzumaki Mito, she really is Hashirama Senju, they're both equally unreasonable.

"My request is conditional on the fact that no one from Konoha has attacked you first, nor harmed you, Shiraha, or anyone you cherish," Mito added, a hint of a smile appearing in her eyes as she heard Kurama's angry words.

Kushina remained silent for a moment, then finally agreed to Mito's request:

"Grandma Mito, I promise you, as long as the people of Konoha don't harm me, Shiraha, Kurama, or the people I cherish, I will not lay a hand on anyone from Konoha."

As she spoke, Kushina looked at the Kurama in the cage. "Kurama, you can do that too, right?"

"Hmph!" Kurama snorted coldly and turned its face away.

"Thank you, Kushina." Mito gently stroked Kushina's cheek, her eyes filled with tender reluctance, as if she wanted to remember Kushina's voice, appearance, and smile forever.

"Grandma Mito."

As Kushina watched Uzumaki Mito Kushina gradually disappear from her sight, her eyes filled with tears.

After the fall of the Land of Whirlpools, it was Mito who gave her the warmth of home, and even as she was about to disappear completely, she still cared for her.

The Kurama crouched in the cage, staring at the spot where Mito's Chakra had dissipated, and pursed its lips. "Damn Mito, what a pointless thing to do!"

As it spoke, Kurama stretched its forelimbs out of the cage, and a ball of orange Chakra gradually seeped out of the cage.

Soon, a Mini Nine-Tails, half a meter tall, appeared outside the cage. It looked incredibly cute, making you want to hug it and pet it.

Kushina was taken aback:

"Kurama, how did you get out?"

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