The commotion from sealing the One-Tail Beast failed to lure out the Kirigakure Ninja, but that didn't mean the plan was unsuccessful; it simply meant the bait wasn't enticing enough. Therefore, Naoki Senju decided to find a different bait that the Kirigakure couldn't refuse—
Nine-Tails!
The Nine- Nine-Tails, the strongest of the Nine Tailed Beasts, suddenly went berserk. Although the timing was somewhat coincidental, Naruto Uzumaki's status as the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki' jinchūriki had already been "exposed" after the Chunin Ninja Exams. No one would think that Jinchūriki of such a young age could be Perfect Jinchuriki who could control Tailed Beast at will.
Combined with the information that Naoki Senju sealed the One-Tail into his own body, the reason for the Nine-Tails Beast's rampage becomes quite reasonable.
Naoki Senju craved power (Naoko!), sealed away the Three-Tails, and still wasn't satisfied with just the One-Tail, so he chose to attack the Nine-Tails -Tails. However, his own strength was insufficient to suppress the Nine-Tails, leading to Nine-Tails rampage...
It was perfectly logical and flawless; even Naoki Senju almost believed it to be true, because this development indeed perfectly aligned with humanity's most basic desire—greed.
Having sealed away two Tailed Beast, they naturally crave greater power, and at this time, the Nine-Tails is the best choice.
As for how to convince the Kirigakure Ninja that the Nine-Tails had gone berserk, releasing it directly was impossible. Minato wife immediately added another seal, rendering all their efforts futile.
So Konoha, in a friendly manner, borrowed a young monk from their neighbor, the Fire Temple... As for whether he can be returned in perfect condition, that's another story...
"Reporting to the Lord Hokage, the monk from the Fire Temple, Sora, does indeed possess some of the Nine-Tails Chakra, but whether it reaches the level of Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, I cannot be certain."
Inside the Hokage's office stood a row of researchers who were quite knowledgeable about the Nine-Tails Chakra. Although scientific research was not a mainstream activity in Konoha these days, and was generally only undertaken by those without ninja skills, the Konoha government still provided considerable support for the research on the Nine-Tails Chakra, after all, it was the strongest weapon of war.
"What if we forcibly infuse a larger unit of Nine-Tails Chakra? Could that enhance the strength of Nine-Tails Mode and bring it closer to the true Nine-Tails?" Naoki Senju asked tentatively, after all, this was how his father created Sora's Nine-Tails power.
"This..."
The researchers exchanged bewildered glances. Did they really think Nine-Tails Chakra was something special? Forcibly injecting it... Finding a material that could withstand Nine-Tails Chakra was truly difficult!
"That's possible... but Sora isn't a true Jinchūriki. If we do that, he probably won't be able to withstand it for long, and his body and lifespan might even be affected..."
"That's enough. Go and prepare, try to make sure he can withstand as much of the Nine-Tails Chakra as possible."
The researchers in white coats smiled bitterly. Although the villagers were valuable experimental subjects, they had no choice but to follow orders when the village had more important uses.
"Yes, Lord Naoki."
Although Naoki Senju currently holds no official position in Konoha, anyone with a modicum of common sense wouldn't dare to ignore this 'regular' in the Hokage's office.
He tore apart the Four Violet Flames Formation with his bare hands, repelled Orochimaru, sealed the One-Tail, and possessed Wood Release. Any one of these achievements would be something that other ninjas could never achieve in their entire lives. Moreover, Naoki Senju's current status in Konoha can be described as second only to the Hokage, and sometimes he can even bypass the Hokage and give orders directly!
After the researchers left, Naoki Senju looked at Tsunade, who was leaning on her desk with one hand, her taut body forming an alluring curve, yet she was Tsunade from boredom, and said with utmost seriousness:
" Sister Tsunade, we must first pacify internal strife before dealing with external threats. It's time to settle some scores."
Hearing the seriousness and murderous intent in Naoki Senju's tone, Tsunade sat up straight, her lazy yawns stopped, and the murderous aura of the Sannin slowly returned.
Yes, some scores need to be settled!
Konoha, Root base.
This desolate and eerie place is the infamous Root stronghold of Konoha, hated by countless clans and ninjas, yet powerless against it.
Because the leader of Root was a disciple of the Second Hokage and a teammate of the Third Hokage, and his own strength was among the top in the Shinobi World, it was for these reasons that this department, whose authority was no less than that of the Anbu, and perhaps even greater, was able to exist to this day.
But today, this Root, which has existed for thirty-seven years, is about to disappear completely.
Under the cover of night, more and more Anbu Ninja began to gather in the small open space. A large number of Anbu Ninja directly under the Hokage appeared here. Having received the news, the various clans who came to watch all understood the Hokage's determination.
At the same time, I felt excited and happy. The Lord Hokage had only been in office for a few days, and he had already taken action against the Root, which had been oppressing the major clans. What does this show? It shows that the Hokage is always on their side!
The wonderful day for our family is finally coming!
"By order of the Lord Hokage, the Root is sealed off. All Root ninja, kneel down and surrender. Root leader Shimura Danzō, the Lord Hokage requests your presence."
The Anbu Ninja's words weighed heavily on the hearts of the various clans. Tsunade's resolve ultimately proved insufficient; merely annihilating Root without completely eliminating Danzo meant Root would inevitably rise again...
Danzo, who emerged from the secret Danzo leaning on his cane, didn't think that way. He knew better than anyone how much the brother and sister, now at the very top of Konoha's power, wanted him dead.
But he cannot die; he cannot die for Konoha!
Danzo's expression gradually turned ferocious. He could accept missing out on the Hokage Position, as there would be other opportunities in the future. However, what he could not tolerate was that a remnant of the Senju Clan had actually taken the Hokage Position he had always dreamed of!
"Hmph, go back and tell the Hokage that Root is currently on a classified mission and cannot accept an investigation by the Anbu. If they don't leave, they will be obstructing an important classified mission of Konoha, a crime they cannot bear."
The heads of the various clans gasped in shock. It was terrifying! Absolutely terrifying! Shimura Danzō the Hokage head-on, without flinching at all!
Could it be that he has some trump card that allows him to defeat Naoki Senju, the Hokage's top fighter, One-Tail Jinchuriki and the Wood Release Kekkei Genkai Naoki Senju?
Naoki Senju's strength has been recognized by the entire Konoha. With just one Wood Release, he silenced all dissenting voices. That's the Wood Release of the First Hokage! Did you really think the First Hokage's Wood Release was only good for landscaping?
Even if it's for landscaping, the fertilizer is made from the corpses of the enemy!
" Lord Danzo, I think it would be better if you went. Making things too tense will be bad for both of you."
A lazy voice rang out, and Kakashi, who didn't forget to hold Icha Icha Paradise even at this moment, stepped out from behind a group of Anbu.
Of course, the most eye-catching thing is the Hokage half-sleeve on Kakashi Hatake's left arm. The last person who was qualified to wear the Hokage half-sleeve was named Hatake Sakumo!