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217 Naruto: Yagura Karatachi

The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, was personally moving to intercept them?

Yagura raised an eyebrow when he heard the news.

"Orochimaru, it seems we'll be seeing your teacher again sooner than expected."

Orochimaru noticed the surprise in Yagura's tone. It was clear that Hiruzen's arrival hadn't been part of Yagura's original intel. Still, he replied calmly,

"Mm. So how will you respond to Sarutobi-sama, Mizukage?"

With that subtle twist of words—"Sarutobi-sa...

216 Naruto: Yagura Karatachi

Two months later. October 10th.

Uchiha Obito successfully infiltrated the secret location where Uzumaki Kushina was giving birth, killing the Anbu guards sent by Konoha.

While Namikaze Minato's attention was focused on Kushina, Obito slaughtered the midwives—including Sarutobi Biwako—and took the newborn Naruto hostage.

Using the child as bait, he lured Minato away from the site.

Then, dragging the weakened and exhausted Kushina, he escaped.

...

238 I Became a Jonin

The system's notification chimed just as Mordo began to laugh.

Yamanaka Shinno glanced over at the other side, where Kaecilius had already stood up. He raised his hand slightly, signaling that Kaecilius could ask his question.

"Supreme Sorcerer, Your Eminence… You said just now that magic can do anything. Does that include resurrection?"

Kaecilius clenched his fists tightly, his knuckles pale from the pressure.

The only reason he had pursued the mystic arts was to br...

237 I Became a Jonin

As Mordo passed on the news that the newly appointed Sorcerer Supreme, Yamanaka Shinno, was going to publicly explain and share his magical theories, a massive wave of excitement swept through Kamar-Taj.

In less than half an hour, the vast training ground of Kamar-Taj became packed with people.

In this era of phones, texts, and messaging apps, word spreads fast.

Not just the few dozen apprentices currently studying at Kamar-Taj showed up.

Hundreds of sorcerers, scatter...

236 I Became a Jonin

Yamanaka Shinno glanced at his [Primordial World Sovereign] trait, then casually activated both [Virginity Seal Specialist] and [Cupid the Jerk].

[Primordial World Sovereign] allowed him to absorb the majority of laws and concepts, granting dominion over most abilities, regardless of the world or power system they originated from.

While those two traits always gave off a rather... sleazy vibe, they weren't completely useless.

The Virginity Seal restriction wasn't recorded in...

429 Naruto: Stealing Attributes

After Matsuri and Yukata settled down in Konoha, life for Mirai gained a bit more joy.

Every time he looked at those young, budding flowers growing up before his eyes, he couldn't help but feel a quiet sense of satisfaction.

And so, day by day, the peaceful days continued. Under Mirai's guidance, Matsuri and Yukata's strength had skyrocketed across the board.

Sometimes, even Temari found herself shocked by their performance. Deep down, she couldn't help but feel competitive,...

428 Naruto: Stealing Attributes

After eating their fill, Uchiha Mirai and Temari both patted their now round, full stomachs in satisfaction.

They exchanged a glance, then simultaneously stuck out their tongues to lick the corners of their mouths.

With a chuckle, Mirai asked, "Temari, did you come looking for me today for something in particular?"

Temari responded immediately, "Yes, Mirai-sama."

"Ever since Gaara became the Kazekage, he's had very little time to personally mentor his disciples."

146 Naruto: Awaken the Tenseigan

Utakata stood frozen in place, stunned into silence by the man's every word. At this moment, he could no longer utter a single word in defense.

The brutal truth crashed down on him like a sledgehammer, leaving him no choice but to accept the unbearable reality.

Suddenly, his legs gave out, and he collapsed to his knees.

With trembling hands, he clutched his head tightly, tears pouring from his eyes like a dam had burst.

"It's my fault... I killed my master… It was my...

145 Naruto: Awaken the Tenseigan

Kakashi felt a headache coming on. The two people standing before him were far too important—their roles in the grand scheme of things couldn't be overstated. There was absolutely no way he could let them go freely.

But given how urgent the situation was, he had no choice but to try everything he could to convince them to stay.

"I can return your weapons. I'll even let you walk away," Kakashi said, his sharp gaze locked onto Utakata. "But... the situation you're in right now is ...

126 Executing the Moon Eye Plan

Kakashi Hatake had been an adorable kid ever since he was little—at least, that's what Uchiha Kaien thought as he looked at the white-haired boy. Still, he couldn't help but wonder—why did a kid this small always wear a scarf?

It was only September, wasn't it?

Kaien reached out and gently ruffled Kakashi's hair. It was still soft—hadn't hardened yet—so it felt nice to the touch.

"Today's Kakashi's second birthday. I was just about to take him to pick out a gift he li...

125 Executing the Moon Eye Plan

"The Two-Tails is currently sealed inside the Amber Purification Jar, a legendary artifact said to have been forged by the Sage of Six Paths."

"That big orange jar? Yeah, I caught a glimpse of it once."

Uchiha Kaien didn't waste time—he went straight to the point and laid out the intel cleanly.

He had always had a keen sense for managing people's emotions. After just finishing his little act of being cutesy and shameless to lower their guard, it was now time to get down to...

064 Breaking the World Apart

The slug moved in an urgent rush, her usual polite demeanor nowhere to be seen.

"Don't tell me something's happened in the Shikkotsu Forest too…" Jiraiya couldn't help but feel a wave of unease.

Tsunade's expression was grim. She tried to reassure him, saying,

"Jiraiya, there's no need to worry too much. Mount Myōboku and the Shikkotsu Forest are not ordinary places—accidents rarely happen there. And if something has gone wrong, it's probably beyond anything ei...

063 Breaking the World Apart

The adorable Tonton opened her gaping maw, and with the terrifying sound of flesh tearing, her mouth stretched beyond its natural limits. Teeth erupted wildly like overgrown weeds, piercing through her cheeks and jaw to become jagged bone spikes.

Skin, muscle, and internal organs seemed to reverse and scramble their positions, entangling messily and hanging from the rapidly growing bone protrusions. Her pig-like face had already collapsed into a grotesque horror. From the pierced wounds...

062 Breaking the World Apart

Shizune hurriedly ran over and picked up the pearl necklace, her eyes anxiously darting around. After a moment of hesitation, she finally identified the source of the strange noise—it was coming from the inn's kitchen.

A flood of gory images surged through her mind. Biting her lip, Shizune drew a kunai and cautiously approached the kitchen door. Holding her breath, she tried to peer through the crack in the door.

It was pitch black inside—she couldn't see a thing. But that eer...

061 Breaking the World Apart

Somewhere in the Land of Fire, inside a quiet hot spring inn.

A blonde little girl with twin ponytails walked in, followed by an older woman with short black hair.

They were none other than Tsunade and Shizune. No matter how good their Transformation Jutsu was, Karin recognized them instantly.

There was no helping it. That pink pig wearing a pearl necklace was far too conspicuous—it was impossible to pretend not to notice.

"Huh? I remember the owner here used to be a...

124 Executing the Moon Eye Plan

Hokage's Office

At the moment, Sarutobi Hiruzen was dealing with a pounding headache. There was simply too much on his plate, and he had to sort things out one by one.

The intel brought back by the four shinobi before him was no less important than what they'd gathered during the Second Great Ninja War.

"Ahem... Let's handle this one step at a time."

First, there were the children that Uchiha Kagami had temporarily placed in a local inn. That part was ...

123 Executing the Moon Eye Plan

"Phew… thank goodness. Looks like the impact was weakest up front—or maybe it's thanks to my Mangekyō Sharingan. Either way, I seem to be okay."

Uchiha Kaien turned around and gave everyone a reassuring smile.

He really was fine. With so many buffs stacked on him, something would be wrong if he wasn't.

The one who suffered the most was Namikaze Minato.

At just twelve years old, his spirit was the weakest of the group. He didn't have a dōjutsu bloodline t...

144 Naruto: Awaken the Tenseigan

Kakashi asked about what had happened. Tonbei sighed and recounted everything in detail.

Four shinobi claiming to serve Obito had infiltrated the area, intending to steal the Tsuchigumo clan's secret technique. They were stopped by Utakata, who had entered a partial Tailed Beast transformation.

Kakashi's expression darkened. "You're certain they said they served Obito?"

If that was true, Obito was clearly scheming something again.

"Absolutely," Tonbei confirmed. "I hea...

143 Naruto: Awaken the Tenseigan

Shikamaru spoke gravely.

"Ino, Chōji—you two escort Asuma-sensei's body back to Konoha immediately. We can't leave his remains exposed out here."

"I'll head to Mount Katsuragi to find Team Dusk and deliver the intel."

Chōji shook his head and firmly objected.

"No way. I should be the one to deliver the intel. You two take sensei back safely."

They all knew what this mission meant. If any of them encountered the Akatsuki, their chances of survival were next to...

427 Naruto: Stealing Attributes

"Some hardship and trials..."

"Could you be a little more specific?"

Young Mirai asked eagerly.

As a transmigrator, he had always worried that he might meet some random, senseless death one night.

But now, seeing how powerful his future self had become, he finally felt at ease.

Still, he couldn't help but wonder—just what exactly was he going to experience in the future?

Naturally, Mirai had no intention of hiding anything from himself. He chuckled and be...

426 Naruto: Stealing Attributes

Konoha Village.

Not far from the village entrance, a small forest hid a babbling stream that filled the air with the soothing sound of flowing water.

A young boy, chewing lazily on a blade of grass, lay sprawled on the ground, gazing gloomily up at the sky.

"Seriously, after all this time traveling to another world, not even a system to work with?"

"No system I can deal with, but being born into the Uchiha clan... that's basically a dead end."

Mu...

235 I Became a Jonin

Private booking—Hotel Swimming Pool No. 4.

Splash—!

Kushina leapt from the three-meter diving board, her body twisting gracefully through the air in a double spin before slicing into the water with a near-perfect splash.

She glanced at the screen near the pool, which was showing a diving competition, then smirked as she climbed out of the water, rubbing her soaked red hair with a towel.

"Heh, I think I've already surpassed the pros."

234 I Became a Jonin

After transferring the method of magical training into Shinobu Kocho's mind through an illusionary image, the wooden clone of Yamanaka Shinno sat cross-legged in the palm of Kanae Kocho's hand and turned to look at everyone present.

Although the clone couldn't access the full power of [Clockwork of Fate], and thus couldn't read detailed values like karma, virtue, or fortune, a single glance was enough to sense the radiance of virtue shining from each of them.

Even Sanemi Shinazuga...

233 I Became a Jonin

"I'm so sorry, everyone! I'm late!"

Before the doors even opened, Rengoku Kyojuro's booming voice echoed through the hall, drawing everyone's attention.

As the Flame Hashira and successor of the Flame Breathing style, he hadn't held the title for very long, but his powerful strength and straightforward, dependable personality had already earned him many allies within the Demon Slayer Corps.

"Kyojuro, I know the news was shocking, and I appreciate you rushing back from Okawam...

215 Naruto: Yagura Karatachi

Of course, among the few who knew this information was Yagura himself.

He just didn't know the exact due date.

Kushina Uzumaki's pregnancy was top-level classified information in Konoha.

Even though Yagura had taken steps to investigate—despite Kirigakure having numerous spies within the Land of Fire—those who had actually infiltrated Konoha itself were few, and most had already been discovered and eliminated.

So in the end, Yagura had learned nothing from Konoha. ...

214 Naruto: Yagura Karatachi

August 1st. The day of Yagura's official inauguration ceremony.

The people of Kirigakure, already riding high on their village's meteoric rise, were whipped into even greater excitement.

This wasn't an illusion—Kirigakure's new power was real.

Under the leadership of the Fourth Mizukage, they truly believed their village was heading toward a glorious future.

And don't forget—of all the current Kage, theirs was the youngest!

But for Yagura himself, the ceremon...

060 Breaking the World Apart

A Water Release projectile exploded against the massive tree behind Asuma, sending splinters flying everywhere.

Asuma's brow twitched as a sharp pain shot through his arm—blood was now streaming from a gash torn open by the attack.

What looked like a standard Water Release jutsu unleashed by Kakuzu was anything but ordinary. The condensed water bullet had such force that the air pressure alone had sliced through his flesh.

Dodging wasn't an option anymore. He had to fight ...

059 Breaking the World Apart

On his way back, Sarutobi Asuma was suddenly ambushed by unknown assailants.

They could mold chakra but knew very few jutsu. Their combat ability was barely on par with recent Academy graduates. Asuma assumed they were just rookie bandits or rogue ninja. With a few quick Fire Style jutsu, he wiped them out and incinerated the corpses.

But the attacks didn't stop there.

More and more people kept targeting him—some were shinobi, some ordinary civilians. The entire night turn...

058 Breaking the World Apart

Unfortunately, Gamamaru's genjutsu was completely ineffective against Uchiha Shiran. He simply turned around, raised his hand, and unleashed a torrent of demonic energy.

"Urgh!" Fukasaku and Shima didn't even have time to leave any last words. The magic overwhelmed them in an instant, reducing them to dust—body, soul, everything—completely obliterated.

The Great Toad Sage's eyes widened in disbelief. Aged and never much of a fighter, he was shaken by the sudden death of Fukasa...

057 Breaking the World Apart

During their escape, Sarutobi Hiruzen and his group were unsurprisingly pursued. Sasuke didn't make a move himself—instead, he ordered the former Konoha shinobi who had pledged loyalty to the daimyō to carry out the attack, as a show of fealty.

Those poor Konoha ninja were forced to slaughter their own comrades. But what did that matter? Sasuke hadn't even made them kill their own parents yet.

With Jiraiya escorting them and the defectors intentionally going easy, Sarutobi Hiru...