44The straw that broke the camel's backAI Model: gemini-2.5-flashChapter 44 The Straw That Broke the Camel's Back
Jiraiya and Kakashi looked at Naruto.
Naruto grinned, "I forgot to tell you, Uchiha Obitocame a while ago, and his purpose was to contact Danzo."
Under their shocked gazes, Naruto snapped his fingers and said faintly, "Their goal is to first kill Uchiha Shisui, and then cooperate to destroy the Uchiha Clan."
"In this way, Konoha Village will have one less powerful clan, paving the way for capturing the Nine-Tailed in the future."
Capturing the Nine-Tailed?
Wouldn't that be capturing Naruto?
One of his inverse scales.
Kakashi's expression changed drastically.
He didn't think Naruto would deceive him, and even if he did, investigating such a matter was only a matter of time for him.
So, this was most likely true.
Kakashi gave a self-deprecating smile: 'For so many years, I've been immersed in the past. Now it seems I truly am a fool.'
Jiraiya also didn't know what to say.
This kind of thing was truly explosive.
Just listening to the story was chilling, let alone the high probability of it being true.
Not only did they kill his teacher and teacher's wife, but they also wanted to kill their son.
Is this something a person could do?
Bastards.
"So, your purpose."
Jiraiya looked at Naruto and finally asked the question.
"No purpose, just here to tell you some things."
"And to alienate you from the Village, that's all."
Go to hell.
Jiraiya almost spat out a mouthful of old blood.
This guy was truly confident, speaking of alienation so matter-of-factly.
But he had to admit, he succeeded.
Even if he himself wasn't affected, the thorn in Kakashi's heart had probably already pierced through.
It was likely impossible to go back to how things were before.
This person, how should one put it, acted openly and honestly, being bad in a straightforward manner.
He just wanted to be Hokage, he just wanted to do bad things.
He said it directly, so what could they do?
Jiraiya wanted to make a move, but a voice inside him kept telling him that it would be futile.
And Nara Shikaku.
What role did he play in this?
If the Uchiha Clan was saved by this person, then they were probably also won over.
Ino–Shika–Chō were also of one mind.
"Tsk, old man, I can't help you this time."
Jiraiya pouted.
He didn't care who became Hokage, as long as the Village was well.
What he cared most about was the Child of Prophecy, the Rinnegan, and the eye that could rival the Rinnegan.
Who were their owners?
Rinnegan, Nagato.
Jiraiya's eyes darkened.
Perhaps this Rinnegan referred to him.
A series of thoughts surfaced in his mind, and Jiraiya clearly felt that Hiruzen Sarutobi's era seemed to be passing.
Whose era would it be next?
Gazing at Naruto, Jiraiya shook his head uncertainly.
The dust had not yet settled, and no one knew what the future held.
Don't underestimate Hiruzen Sarutobi's abilities.
His ability to reach this point proved his capability; he was just caught off guard for now.
Once he recovered, it was truly hard to say who would win or lose.
He wouldn't get involved in it.
As for Kakashi, he should strive hard from now on, which was also a great thing.
Naruto raised his hand and made a grasping motion in the air.
A kunai with a sealing formula appeared in his palm, and he casually handed it to Jiraiya.
Jiraiya took it, somewhat puzzled.
"If you're willing, send it to Mount Myōboku."
"Mount Myōboku."
Jiraiya's eyes flashed as he took the kunai Narutohanded him.
As for whether to send it, he had to think about it.
"I'm leaving, good luck to you two."
The things that needed to be done were done; he wasn't confident in winning over Kakashi and Jiraiya.
Reaching this point was already sufficient.
As for the future, it depended on how far they could go.
He still had many things to do.
Thinking this, Naruto looked deeply at Kakashi, and with a thought, he disappeared from the spot.
"Senior."
"Hmm?"
"Why didn't you make a move just now?"
Kakashi looked at Jiraiya in confusion.
He himself was one thing, but Jiraiya was the Sandaime's disciple after all.
Now someone was trying to overthrow the Sandaime's position, yet he remained so calm.
"Couldn't stop him!"
Jiraiya sat down, poured himself a cup of sake, and said faintly, 'His coming here means he has that confidence.'
"Secondly, can you stop that Flying Thunder God?"
Kakashi fell silent.
No!
Sitting quietly across from Jiraiya, Kakashi felt a bit lost.
He felt like his worldview of these past years was collapsing.
"Don't think too much. Work hard on your training. When you're strong enough, many problems will solve themselves."
Pouring Kakashi a drink, Jiraiya raised his cup and said with a smile, "As for the Village's affairs, we actually can't interfere."
Jiraiya was speaking the truth.
Why didn't he become Hokage?
The most important reason was that he still had things to do and didn't like sitting in that position.
There was also another reason: although he bore the title of one of the Legendary Sannin.
But having been out of the Village for so many years, even if he became Hokage, he would be a puppet.
Konoha Village had not yet reached a desperate situation.
The oppressive soil still existed.
Danzo, Homura Mitokado, and Utatane Koharuwere not easy to deal with.
Why would he bother to seek such trouble?
The two raised their cups and drank, silent for a moment.
...
"My goodness, you really are bold."
Upon returning home, the Nine-Tailed's entire body collapsed onto the ground, not wanting to move.
Just now, its nerves were taut, fearing that Jiraiyawould make a move.
Are you kidding?
He was one of the Legendary Sannin, incredibly powerful, and Kakashi was also there.
Naruto was also daring, actually chatting and laughing there.
"What are you doing?"
Not hearing Naruto's reply, the Nine-Tailed looked over curiously and saw Naruto with his palm open, doing something he didn't understand.
"I'm researching Wood Release."
Naruto was full of enthusiasm.
Because he had consumed so much spiritual spring water and vegetables, he clearly knew that his attributes had been greatly supplemented.
The Wood Release he used just now was too fake.
Now he wanted to research it himself.
If he could truly research it, that would be interesting.
"How could it be that sim—I—"
Before the Nine-Tailed could finish its sentence, it saw a bean sprout appear in Naruto's palm.
"I—you—"
The Nine-Tailed was dumbfounded.
Does he have to be so overpowered?
Did he succeed on just one try?
"It's not successful yet, why are you so anxious?" Naruto shook his head regretfully, "This is my limit for now."
"I have to say, Wood Release is indeed difficult. To reach the level of the First Hokage, there's still a very long way to go."
Versailles.
You're just being Versailles.
The Nine-Tailed roared internally, but its face was filled with joy.
Hahahaha!
This was his partner, very good, very good. The stronger he was, the safer it would be.
Hehe!
The Nine-Tailed snickered.
Is this what it feels like to cling to a powerful leg?
It's truly great.
With Naruto's existence, it could walk sideways in the Ninja World from now on.
"Thinking about it carefully, what was I doing fighting alone before?"
"If I had directly clung to the First Hokage Senju Hashirama's leg back then, wouldn't I be living a very comfortable life now?"
"Sigh, the past is too painful to recall."
...
"Indeed."
Under the bright light, Hiruzen Sarutobi's figure faded into the shadows, a wisp of flame quietly igniting the intelligence in his hand...