Konoha.
"Kakashi-sensei! You're late again!" Naruto complained loudly, his arms flailing in frustration. Beside him, Sasuke and Sakura didn't say anything, but their faces made it clear they were thinking the same thing.
Kakashi scratched the back of his head with a sheepish laugh, unfazed.
"Ah, well, ...
2025-01-17 06:04:01 +0000 UTC View PostUnder the watchful eyes of the people of Sunagakure, Pakura, the Fifth Kazekage, publicly pledged allegiance to Uchiha Mirai.
At the same time, due to the recent assassination of the Daimyō of the Land of Wind by Sunagakure's shinobi, the village had essentially become the ruling force of the nation. This meant that the entire Land of Win...
2025-01-17 06:03:01 +0000 UTC View PostThe wind gently rustled Uchiha Mirai's black hair as he stood, facing the ever-serious Pakura.
With a lowered gaze and a calm voice, he said, "Not long ago, Sunagakure attacked Konoha. It's time you paid the price."
Pakura clenched her teeth and retorted, "You've already killed three thousand of our shinobi. What more do you want?" 2025-01-17 06:02:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Inside the massive, open laboratory of the ShinTen Biotech, four figures who had hurried over from the Hokage's office gathered.
ShinTen Biotech had long since expanded, now over ten times larger than before. This particular lab was a massive chamber that Uchiha Akira had specifically ordered to be built.
The walls shimmered faintly ...
2025-01-17 06:01:01 +0000 UTC View PostAt the point where three chakra-infused fists collided, Akira distinctly saw space distort, forming irregular ripples that ebbed and flowed.
Such power was unprecedented in Akira's life!
Hagoromo and Hamura both wore solemn expressions, their focus unyielding as their chakra surged to its peak.
Surprisingly, Akira was the most ...
2025-01-17 06:00:06 +0000 UTC View Post"Ahahaha, big brother, it seems we've been underestimated."
"Heh, if that's the case, let's show them what we're really made of."
The Gold and Silver Brothers exchanged a look, their faces twisting into crazed grins as dark red chakra began to surge around them. Tapping into the Nine-Tails' chakra, brimming with malice and hatred, th...
2025-01-16 22:38:23 +0000 UTC View PostThe Gold and Silver Brothers' laughter abruptly ceased. While they were reckless and eccentric, they weren't fools. On the contrary, their combat instincts were sharp. Seeing the coffin, it wasn't hard to connect the dots—dead bodies. Using the dead in battle? The two exchanged a glance, the same chilling thought crossing their minds: the Batt...
2025-01-16 22:37:55 +0000 UTC View Post'Look at him! Sarutobi Hiruzen, that despicable man.'
Danzo seethed inwardly, consumed by bitterness. Once again, Hiruzen had managed to curry favor with their teacher using his faux-compassionate façade. Why is it always him? Danzo thought, gnashing his teeth.
But he said nothing aloud.
Senju Tobirama w...
2025-01-16 22:37:27 +0000 UTC View PostUnder Senju Tobirama's instructions, Danzo entered the camp. Facing the Mist and Stone emissaries, who were already seated opposite each other, he said,
"Let's begin. Talk it out."
Why did Konoha step in to mediate the negotiations between the Mist and Stone? The reason was simple. Danzo recalled his teacher's lessons about the princ...
2025-01-16 22:36:57 +0000 UTC View PostBy the end of Year 16 in the Hidden Leaf Calendar,
Kumogakure launched a surprise attack on Konohagakure from Moon Canyon. However, Konoha was well-prepared. Under the strategic command of Nara Shoroku, Konoha's forces staged a tactical retreat, luring the Kumogakure ninja into an ambush. The result was devastating for Kum...
2025-01-16 22:36:28 +0000 UTC View PostLand of the Moon.
A rugged and desolate valley, surrounded by towering peaks and jagged rocks. The echoes of a roar would reverberate fiercely through the mountains.
Kakuzu stood atop the mountain, one foot resting on a rock, silently taking in the unique landscape.
"Kakuzu-sama, Rokuno has returned," said Hana...
2025-01-16 22:35:57 +0000 UTC View PostWithin Konohagakure, squads of shinobi dashed out of the village, only to be intercepted by masked ANBU operatives.
"Lord Tobirama gave specific orders: our duty is to guard the barrier and ensure the explosion's range doesn't reach the village," one ANBU member stated firmly.
"But with such intense fighting over there, are you sure ...
2025-01-16 22:35:19 +0000 UTC View PostThe sky was exceptionally clear today, with a refreshing breeze that made the atmosphere soothing. Kakuzu, clad in his usual coat and carrying a bag in hand, strode leisurely toward Konoha's gates. He had gathered everything he needed—it was time to leave.
As he reached the gates, Kakuzu greeted the two gatekeepers warmly. They returned ...
2025-01-16 22:34:48 +0000 UTC View PostHashirama's decision left everyone present utterly speechless. Before the founding of the villages, clans operated as independent units, with their family name held in higher regard than life itself. A clan's name was synonymous with honor and strength.
No one could have imagined that Hashirama Senju would propose dissolving the mighty Sen...
2025-01-16 22:34:13 +0000 UTC View PostAt this moment, why not seize Hashirama's power and use it for oneself? The answer was simple: Hashirama's power was not something that could be forcibly taken. Such an attempt would only backfire.
Take, for example, the future "Shadow" Danzo. He transplanted Hashirama's cells, but nearly fell victim to their backlash. Constantly suppressi...
2025-01-16 22:33:40 +0000 UTC View Post"Hashirama, it's been ages since we've fought for real," Madara said, his voice laced with both challenge and nostalgia.
"Madara, do you want to let all our efforts go to waste? Our infighting will only dishonor the comrades who once stood by our side," Hashirama implored, his tone earnest. His words seemed to strike a chord, if only for a...
2025-01-16 22:33:06 +0000 UTC View PostThe departure of Hyūga Tennin left a vacancy in the position of Konoha's frontline commander. There wasn't much debate about who would take over. The decision was made that very evening—Senju Tobirama, Hokage's assistant and second-in-command of the Senju clan, would assume the role.
Tobirama wasted no time. That night, he summoned the ...
2025-01-16 22:32:37 +0000 UTC View Post"Kakuzu, I assure you, I mean no harm."
Sensing the shift in the room's atmosphere, Hyūga Tennin hastily offered an explanation. Kakuzu, seated on the floor, observed Tennin's back in silence. After several moments, the corners of Kakuzu's mouth turned up slightly, forming a faint smile.
Once, because of the side effects of Eart...
2025-01-16 22:32:05 +0000 UTC View Post"Kakuzu-sama, please give me the medicine. I'll handle it," a Hyuga clan member said, taking the medicine. He had assumed that Hyuga Tennin needed to take it, but he shook his head. Looking at Hyuga Ryuten and the other clan members, he spoke firmly, "Everyone, leave. I need to speak with Kakuzu alone."
His words stunned everyone. The reac...
2025-01-16 22:31:34 +0000 UTC View PostThe wind blew gently across the vast desert, sending dust swirling in the air as the sand shifted with the breeze. Amidst the barren landscape, Kakuzu and Tobirama Senju stood, facing the wind. Tobirama's silver hair fluttered lightly, while Kakuzu's cloak made a soft rustling sound. The perfect activity for such a moment?
"Care for a smok...
2025-01-16 22:31:03 +0000 UTC View Post"Hiruzen! I'm so disappointed in you all!!"
"Six against one, and this is all you can muster?"
"I had such high hopes for you, yet you've let me down so badly!"
"How did you even earn the title of Konoha's elite Jōnin? Was it through connections with Tobirama? Did you sneak in through the back door?"
The angry reprimands...
2025-01-16 22:30:34 +0000 UTC View PostWater flowed across the scorched earth, littered with broken branches and withered wood. Blue sparks crackled intermittently over the eroded ground. Lightning Release thrived in the presence of water, amplifying its power and broadening its range. With the water acting as a conductor, the violent bolts of electricity struck with precision and de...
2025-01-16 22:30:02 +0000 UTC View PostThe battlefield was in chaos.
"Raikage-sama!!!"
"No! This can't be true!"
"Hurry! Retrieve Raikage-sama's body!"
The First Raikage, a formidable leader and symbol of Kumogakure's strength, had been defeated in a single move by Hyūga Tennin. This shocking news would undoubtedly shake the world and bring unimaginable disgr...
2025-01-16 22:29:24 +0000 UTC View PostHyūga Tennin, the first patriarch of the Hyūga clan in Konohagakure. Once ranked third on the black market's bounty list, he was the supreme military commander of Konoha's northwestern defenses, a figure of true authority. Some claimed his strength rivaled that of Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha.
Kakuzu suspected such claims were likel...
2025-01-16 22:28:52 +0000 UTC View Post"Hanabusa, I'll be heading to Konohagakure. Over the next few months, I'll rely on you to keep things in order here. If the glassware shows any signs of cracking again, replace it immediately," Kakuzu instructed as he observed the freshly replaced glass container, within which floated a piece of tortoise shell.
Hanabusa nodded seriously. "...
2025-01-16 22:28:16 +0000 UTC View Post"Lord Kakuzu, here's the latest bounty list circulating in the market. Care to take a look? It's quite interesting," teased Hanabusa, lounging on Kakuzu's lap with a playful grin. She was dressed in a revealing outfit, her tone full of mischief.
Kakuzu, seated comfortably in a fur-lined armchair, lazily stroked Hanabusa's shoulder with one...
2025-01-16 22:27:46 +0000 UTC View PostThe current Kakuzu was no longer the man who had just crossed into this world years ago. Now, he possessed both power and wealth. Since he chose to revisit this old stomping ground, he naturally became the de facto ruler of the area. The underground laboratory here served as his perfect experimental base. As for the bounty exchange office, its s...
2025-01-16 22:27:18 +0000 UTC View PostIn the year 11 of the New Calendar, the Shinobi World had only experienced about a decade of peace since the end of the Warring States Period. Over these ten years, the various nations worked tirelessly to rebuild and grow their economies. With economic development came rising prosperity. However, the more money circulated, the more issues of in...
2025-01-16 22:26:47 +0000 UTC View Post"Ha! Hanabusa, you dare humiliate me like this? Don't come crying to me later!"
Retsu's face was twisted with anger, his pride thoroughly shattered in front of his comrades. Hanabusa, however, maintained a faint smile and gestured politely for him to leave.
Though she lacked the backing of a large village like Iwagakure, she wasn't s...
2025-01-16 22:26:13 +0000 UTC View PostThe streets bustled with life. Shops lined both sides of the road, their vibrant signs competing for attention. Voices filled the air—vendors shouting their wares, townsfolk deep in conversation, and the soft jingling of carriage bells. This town, nestled at the crossroads of the Land of Fire, the Land of Waterfalls, and the Land of Iron, had ...
2025-01-16 22:25:42 +0000 UTC View Post