Konoha: I, Naruto, will eat the Forest-Forest Fruit!

"Found it!"

Kushina cheered.

After entering the ruins of the Land of Whirlpools, the two recalled all their shadow clones that were outside.

Upon entering the ruins of the Land of Whirlpools, they once again used numerous shadow clones to conduct a thorough search.

It's normal that she can't remember because so much time has passed and Kushina was so young when she left.

After a thorough search, the location of Uzushiogakure was quickly found.

Upon arriving at Uzushiogakure, Kushina's childhood memories became clear.

They quickly found the secret chamber where the village of Uzushiogakure had hidden back then.

When the Land of Whirlpools was destroyed, countless ninjas coveted and feared the Book of Seals of the Land of Whirlpools.

After they came in, they divided it up. They took everything they could carry with them and burned everything they couldn't.

But residues will definitely remain.

The secret chamber of Uzushiogakure has been completely preserved.

Does it feel familiar?

Not bad, round...

The Land of Fire is a friendly, even brotherly, nation to Konoha.

Overnight, another perfect Jinchūriki was added, following in the footsteps of Mito Uzumaki.

The ninjutsu and knowledge of sealing techniques have been greatly improved.

The situation is even more pronounced in the ninja world, where ninja tools such as explosive tags, which incorporate the underlying logic of sealing techniques, have seen a sharp drop in price.

There's another situation: Konoha's sealing techniques are in a class of their own, while the sealing techniques of the other four great ninja villages are slightly inferior.

One-Tailed Shukaku Gaara, including the previous One-Tailed Shukaku Monk Bunpuku.

Most people are unable to sleep.

If it weren't for Bunpuku and Shukaku improving their relationship later on, he probably wouldn't have been able to sleep either.

Looking at it this way, it seems that the sealing techniques of other ninja villages aren't that strong either.

Hey, the Land of Fire and the Land of Whirlpools are brother countries, so it's normal that their sealing techniques are powerful.

"This is it!"

After the initial surprise came silence.

Following her hazy memories, Kushina led Eita into the underground chamber.

Looking at the long row of masks, the memories became clearer.

"Kushina, this should be the mask Naruto mentioned we'd need for the ritual, right?"

"Yes." Kushina looked at the densely packed masks with mixed feelings.

Almost every one of them represents a sacrificial seal.

Yongdai frowned, remained silent for a long while, and then said in a deep voice:

"Kushina, let's take all these masks back with us."

"However, let's not give it to Naruto for now. Let's try to find a way to solve the problem of the offerings needed for the Reaper Death Seal."

"Naruto doesn't understand the power of these demons and gods yet. If he makes a mistake, his soul might be taken away by the Grim Reaper... I don't want that to happen."

Kushina nodded slightly. "That's right, the danger level is too high. Even if we're going to use the Reaper Death Seal, I should be the one to do it."

Nagata gently embraced Kushina, "Don't worry, we'll definitely find a way."

Little did they know, Naruto's original plan was to capture a few White Zetsu.

Find the Snake Aunt and have her perform the sacrifice.

Now... Naruto has even given up on the idea of ​​using sacrifices to fool the Grim Reaper.

He wanted to test whether the Forest Fruit's domineering absorption power could absorb the Grim Reaper.

"Let's get started. Go back early, and we'll have time to prepare."

"Um."

Inside the secret chamber, countless masks, books on sealing techniques, and scrolls of ninjutsu were all taken away.

......

At noon, Naruto's house was as lively as ever.

Sasuke saw that Naruto still had the same gentle smile on his face as usual.

After a moment of silence, he finally couldn't hold back any longer.

"Naruto, is your father really the Fourth Hokage?"

"As far as I know, the Fourth Hokage's wife was the previous Jinchuriki."

"They all perished on the night of the Nine-Tails' rampage, but... why are you the current Nine-Tails Jinchuriki?"

Everyone was stunned by these words.

Kurenai and Ako knew some more secret information.

I wasn't too shocked, but at the same time, I still had some doubts in my heart.

They also knew Kushina and Eiryuu, and quickly recognized Naruto after seeing him.

I can't figure it out, I really can't figure it out.

Sakura added, "Kakashi-sensei became our Jonin instructor because he has the Sharingan, right?"

Erzhuzi's face was gloomy. "Sakura is right. During the Nine-Tails' rampage, the Nine-Tails' eyes turned into Sharingan. That's what it looked like when it was controlled by the Sharingan."

"In addition, I checked the records from that year. That night, our father, who was also the head of the Uchiha clan, issued an order that no one was allowed to leave the clan's territory."

"Back then, apart from my father, no one else in the clan could barely control the Nine-Tails."

Shikamaru was the calmest and most composed of everyone.

It seemed as if they already knew about these things.

He rested his chin on his hand and said slowly:

"This is a last resort. Whether we move or not, the result will be the same, but obviously, the Uchiha who don't move will have a much better outcome than the Uchiha who do. Your father's decision was right."

"The one who sacrificed himself was the Fourth Hokage, who had no real power back then. I think Naruto wouldn't resent your parents, would he?"

Hearing this, Naruto shrugged. "What's done is done, there's nothing I can change."

"Kurama is actually quite good. Besides, Shikamaru, you should know who I should resent more."

"who!"

Tian Tian immediately got angry, as if she were the first one to charge forward if Naruto pointed at her.

"Heh heh, where leaves dance in the air, fire will never die out. The firelight will continue to illuminate the village and allow new leaves to sprout."

"After leaving the Hokage's office that day, I did a lot of research."

"Including the night of the Nine-Tailed Fox's rampage."

"The Will of Fire does not mean that the sacrifices of the older generation were not meaningless, but rather that they will inspire young people to become pillars of the future."

"I checked all the information, but I couldn't find any information about the great Hokage, his assistants, or the two advisors of Konoha fighting on the front lines."

"Wasn't the Third Hokage the God of Shinobi?"

"Guess what information I found?"

Sakura's lips curled into a sneer.

"What?!"

Everyone asked the question at the same time.

"The person hailed as the God of Shinobi in the ninja world is the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju."

"While portraying himself as an invincible ninja god, he hides in the rear."

"The one who voluntarily resigned from the position of Hokage was after that defeat on the front lines... Heh."

"Also, the Third Hokage's sealing techniques seem to be quite skilled, so why was it Naruto's father who was chosen to perform the sealing?"

What was he doing during the Nine-Tails' rampage?

Shikamaru shook his head. "Sakura, when the Nine-Tails appeared, the Third Hokage organized a team and wasn't entirely inactive."

"Of course, this is not in line with the Will of Fire that we have been learning and studying repeatedly since childhood."

Everyone fell silent after Shikamaru's words.

Kurenai and Anko also lowered their heads, and unconsciously clenched their fists.

"Putting all that aside, I just want to know, why has Naruto kept his identity as the Fourth Hokage and the son of a hero a secret all this time?"

"Tenten, our great ninja clan knows all about these things, and even many ninjas know them, but they've all been silenced."

Shikamaru was really going all out, saying whatever came to mind.

"How come I don't know anything about this?!"

Ino's eyes reddened.

Hinata held Naruto's hand tightly.

"If everyone knew, would those people still be able to beat me up and vent their anger and resentment?"

Seeing that Shikamaru seemed reluctant to continue, Naruto finished the story for him.

In an instant, everyone was stunned.

Shikamaru sighed, "Naruto... you've suffered so much these past years."

With tears streaming down her face, Ino said, "No wonder... no wonder Uncle Shikaku said back then, 'Don't worry about what others think, go ahead and play with Naruto if you want.'"

With tears welling up in her eyes, she asked Shikamaru another question that left him speechless.

"Anything else!"

"Since Naruto is the son of a hero, what about the legacy left by the Fourth Hokage and his wife?"

What was Naruto like when he was a child?

"Thirteen hundred taels...even the son of a hero can't afford that!"

"I don't believe that a father who was the Hokage and a mother who was a Jinchuriki would not have left behind any wealth."

Erzhuzi said coldly, "Most of the Uchiha clan's wealth has also vanished. The only things left are real estate and some money from my family."

In that instant, everyone's goodwill towards Konoha plummeted.

Especially the so-called God of Shinobi, the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"Damn it!"

"Shikamaru, you're the smartest, what do you suggest we do?!"

Teeth were the first to get restless.

With a loud thud, his fist slammed heavily on the table.

"snort."

Neji crossed his arms and gave a cold laugh.

"That's fate; you can't change it."

"Actually, every person in Konoha has a caged bird tattooed on their forehead."

After a moment of silence, Shikamaru shook his head.

"I've discussed this matter with my father in a roundabout way."

"Our great ninja clans have been completely surpassed by the Sarutobi, Shimura, Utatane, and Mito clans in recent years."

"In countless wars, most of those who died on the front lines were ninjas from our great ninja clans."

"So, many times, even if we know... including the night of the genocide, we have no way, no ability."

As he spoke, Shikamaru looked at Sasuke.

Erzhuzi's face turned pale when he heard about the night of the extermination of the clan.

"So, Shikamaru, you mean that besides Itachi, those high-ranking figures were also involved in the massacre?!"

"Isn't Konoha always said to be the strongest ninja village in the ninja world?"

"Why did my father have to be made the scapegoat for the main family in such a disgraceful way?!"

"A weak Hokage! A high-ranking official who only knows how to fight amongst himself, a ninja clan that can't resist!"

Neji couldn't hold back any longer either.

Hinata lowered her head.

Naruto gently patted her head. "It's not your fault."

Neji then composed himself, but the bulging veins on his forehead betrayed his current mood.

"The Third Hokage... he is still the Hokage of Konoha, everyone."

Shikamaru took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and said the words with some reluctance.

"What if he becomes a Hokage with no one to support him soon?"

Naruto asked with a smile.

All eyes were on him.

"Is it that there's no one here, or no ninjas?"

"Naruto, what do you mean?"

Shikamaru immediately opened his eyes and stood up with a "whoosh".

Naruto's words contained a lot of information!

After Shikamaru's brief explanation, everyone stood up immediately.

This is incredible news!

If it's a ninja... then...

Naruto is absolutely terrifying!

Unbeknownst to them, they had somehow acquired the power to change the fate of Konoha!

"Of course, it means exactly what it says."

Naruto shrugged, indicating that he wasn't faking it.

"Ninjas, civilians, all of them."

"Of course, the number of ninjas is the largest."

"Great! Naruto, let's overthrow that despicable Third Hokage right now!"

Ya cheered immediately.

But everyone looked at him as if he were a fool.

It made my teeth blush.

Akamaru didn't understand anything; all he knew was that he shouldn't get to know this master for the time being.

"What's wrong?"

He asked through gritted teeth.

A relaxed smile appeared on Shikamaru's face.

"Naruto, I think your purpose is not that simple."

"Ah...this is really troublesome. I suddenly thought of so many things that would ruin the Third Hokage's later life...heh, he's ruthless, but not as ruthless as him."

"If he likes that position, then let him stay in that position."

"Having a real name but no real power means everything you do will be denied, and you will be subjected to countless insults and contempt every day for the rest of your life."

"Treat others as they treat you."

"high!"

Shikamaru couldn't resist imitating Rock Lee and Guy's signature moves.

This action immediately gave the slow-thinking and angry Xiao Li an outlet.

"Naruto!"

Xiao Li gave a thumbs up, revealing his shiny white teeth.

Everyone smiled.

Naruto patted Tenten's little head.

"What's wrong, big sister? Did you get sand in your eye?"

"Hmph~"

"So, Naruto, when do you plan to make your move?"

Everyone looked on with curiosity.

"Yes, that way we can be prepared!"

"Well, I'll try to convince my dad. If he doesn't agree, I won't bring meat back for him anymore!"

"Red Bean and I will also stand up."

"..."

Seeing that everyone seemed a bit impatient, Naruto shook his head and smiled:

"No rush, there's still a lot to do, and the root organization hasn't been dealt with yet."

"Moreover, a renowned scientific pioneer in the ninja world will help us create a very good venue."

"By the way, that pioneering researcher can also resurrect the First and Second Hokage using the Impure World Reincarnation technique."

"The old man must be very happy in front of so many people, right?"

Four sentences later, everyone's jaws dropped again.

But the eager and expectant light in his eyes made Naruto unable to open his eyes.

At this point, all twelve Konoha 12 have turned against Konoha!

Oh, it's Konoha now.

Suddenly, Erzhuzi remembered something and quickly asked:

"Naruto!"

"I...you must know what happened on the night of the massacre, right?"

"I almost forgot, when we wipe out the Root Organization, I'll have my father take you with him."

"As expected! I knew it, Konoha couldn't possibly be unrelated to the Uchiha clan massacre!"

But soon, Erzhuzi was dumbfounded.

"What do you mean?"

Everyone else had question marks on their faces as well.

Naruto ruffled Ino's short, ear-length hair and chuckled:

"Literal meaning."

"Oh no!"

As soon as Naruto finished speaking, Kurenai Yuhi and Anko Mitarashi's faces instantly turned pale.

The two exchanged a glance.

"If it's true... then, besides Minato-sensei..."

"Facing the blood-red chili peppers head-on?"

What should we do?

"Ah~ I'm so embarrassed~"

"Shame is nothing, I can grit my teeth and get through it, but we're an old cow eating young grass..."

Ino and the other two women glanced at them suspiciously.

Why such a strong reaction?