Konoha: Unable to learn ninjutsu, they had to develop their own.

"So what do you plan to do? Take it down?"

Is this really good?

but.

The Nine-Tailed Fox clone was somewhat pleased.

in contrast.

Although most of his chakra was stripped away, his consciousness was preserved, and he now accompanies Shukaku in the Forest of Death.

"I think that girl is nice."

Chiba himself was also somewhat conflicted.

These words came from the bottom of my heart.

Nine-Tails questioned him from inside his body—

Nine-Tailed Fox pondered for a few seconds.

Let's leave Shukaku aside for now.

and so.

"Aren't you a tailed beast too? Why do I feel like you're gloating?"

The only way to deal with a creature like the Nine-Tailed Fox is to stroke it gently. If you try to be nice to it now, it might just rebel.

Chiba was speechless.

of course.

Chiba was speechless at its self-proclaimed "easygoing" attitude.

"If it were me, I definitely wouldn't want to be sealed away. As for moving it, it has nothing to do with you. Not every tailed beast is as easy to talk to as I am."

This is just Kurama's own opinion; Sanya certainly doesn't think so, after all...

"Nine-Tailed Fox said proudly."

"..."

That guy wasn't very intelligent.

Following Chiba will at least give you one or two options.

After pondering for a while, the Nine-Tailed Fox clone said, "Would you like to hear my opinion?"

"..."

Karin.

Having Karin seal the Three-Tails is indeed a viable option, but the problem is that the Akatsuki will definitely be able to find the Three-Tails' trail, and Karin will likely be unable to withstand the Akatsuki's attack.

It's not easy to train a good subordinate.

"let me think again."

Chiba shook his head.

As the only wild tailed beast, the existence of the Three-Tails is indeed a headache.

If they capture them all and release them into Konoha, and Pain finds that his subordinates can't defeat them, he might just launch a full-scale attack on the village by the Akatsuki. In that case, he would truly be protecting Athena.

and.

In that case, Konoha would likely suffer significant losses as well.

Chiba narrowed his eyes, and an idea gradually formed in his mind.

The Three-Tails belongs to Kirigakure (Hidden Mist Village).

The Hidden Mist Village is not particularly strong at present, ranking second to last among the Five Great Villages.

The village of Sunagakure, which likes to challenge Konoha, is ranked last.

Mei Terumi is now in power in Kirigakure, but Elder Genji is still in charge of actual governance, which is why the village remains in seclusion.

If that's the case, the Three-Tails could serve as a stepping stone to open the gates of Kirigakure, and then a reasonable deal could be made with Kirigakure.

Chiba narrowed his eyes.

Although Kirigakure is not strong, they have a lot of knowledge that is worth learning, especially water release techniques and silent killing techniques, as well as some ninja sword forging techniques.

Compared to a tailed beast that's like a ticking time bomb, those things are the most important.

Chiba himself would also control a portion of the Tailed Beasts for research, so what he handed over to Kirigakure would only be an incomplete version.

of course.

Besides this use, another purpose is to exchange it for the Byakugan, so that Kirigakure will return the Byakugan that they stole to Konoha, but this is something that the Hyuga clan has to do.

If Hyuga doesn't take the initiative, Chiba won't go out of his way to approach her.

I have no feelings for the Hinata sisters, so why should I help those old guys?

Isn't that just being a jerk?

Chiba shook his head, already having made up his mind.

"Looks like you have an idea, hehe, do you want me to help you? Just give me a little bit of Sage Chakra..."

"Ah."

Chiba communicated with Kurama, "That kind of Tailed Beast Ball you used must have consumed a lot of your chakra, right?"

"..."

The Nine-Tailed Fox clone remained silent, then sighed, "You really can't hide anything from me. Can't you be a little dumber?"

That's right.

That fusion reaction does indeed reduce its total chakra reserves.

This is something that Kurama only discovered later.

That moment...

Nine-Tails even felt a little regretful.

If it had known this would happen, it wouldn't have used that technique on Shukaku; it was like using a cannon to kill a mosquito.

Since she had already put on a show, she had to keep up the act. That's why Nine-Tails pretended to be nonchalant, but Chiba actually saw right through her.

Chiba smiled without saying a word.

The Nine-Tails' new Tailed Beast Ball is essentially a prototype of the Heavy Particle Mode, only the usage is slightly different.

He saw through it at the time, but he didn't call it out.

With Chiba's words pointing it out, Kurama lost its focus and fell into silence.

Chiba was happy to have some peace and quiet.

Jugo and Karin naturally dared not speak.

The ship sailed towards an island amidst the sound of waves. Before long, he reached the island's shore and spread his senses, but he could not detect the Three-Tails.

This guy is very cunning.

No wonder Kirigakure has been unable to find the Three-Tails' whereabouts for so many years.

Without Yukimaru, even if we could find the Three-Tails, it would be of no use. Moreover, Kirigakure had been under the rule of the Blood Mist for many years, and its internal strife was very serious.

Although the blood mist has been dispelled, it doesn't necessarily mean they've fully recovered and may not be able to handle matters concerning the tailed beasts.

Chiba felt that his plan was more feasible.

Trading half a tailed beast for ninjutsu or other conditions from Kirigakure would be an absolute bargain.

"Let's go."

"Lord Chiba, where are we going now?"

Karin asked.

"Find Honglian."

……

On the island, Guren lives in a small house with Yukimaru.

She felt very happy during this time.

There's no need to think too much. Just take care of Yukimaru every day, working at sunrise and resting at sunset, just like a family.

but.

She had a knot in her heart.

He killed Yukimaru's mother himself!

Also.

She didn't know how Chiba would deal with Yukimaru once he found out.

Although that person is different from Orochimaru, being more benevolent and kind, he is related to the Three-Tails, so no one would not be tempted, right?

Red Lotus sighed softly.

After a moment, her face suddenly turned pale.

I was just thinking of that person...

He's here!

"Yukimaru, I forgot to buy something. Wait for me at home."

"it is good."

Yukimaru nodded.

Honglian vanished in an instant.

Chiba walked across the water at a coastal spot, followed by Jugo, Karin, and the Thunder Beast.

"Jūgo, take it to a secluded place. It's not good to scare other people."