Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 223 Kaguya: I'm incredibly clever

Natsume and his companions arrived at the Sealed Shrine of the Swamp Country quite smoothly.

It is located in a very remote area, deep in the mountains.

The priestess guards were overjoyed at their arrival and prepared the best rooms for them.

Although it looks quite ordinary, as a ninja, one doesn't pay much attention to such things.

The remaining time is to wait for the appearance of either the Wraiths or the Yellow Springs Cult.

However, Natsume certainly won't just wait idly.

He planned to use someone else to do his dirty work.

In the presence of everyone in Kumogakure, the demon 'killed' the two Yugito.

In that case, no one can find fault with it.

Of course, Natsume can also take this opportunity to gain some fate points.

"Kaguya, I have to go out for a bit."

If it were someone else, he wouldn't need to explain.

But Kaguya Otsutsuki is a special case.

He also had to ask her to look after Hinata Hyuga.

"What is it?"

A flicker of emotion crossed Kaguya Ōtsutsuki's snow-white eyes.

Natsume found it somewhat unbelievable.

Given her previous personality, she would never have cared about what he was doing.

Unless it involves chakra.

After the initial surprise came joy.

It feels pretty good to be remembered by the ultimate villain.

How so?

I feel very safe.

After thinking it over, Natsume said, "Go teach those ninjas we encountered yesterday a lesson."

Kaguya Otsutsuki nodded slightly, her expression remaining unchanged.

Having thoroughly investigated Natsume's background, she now considered herself to know him well.

Given the attitude of the two men, he certainly couldn't just laugh it off.

"Go ahead."

Kaguya Otsutsuki said calmly.

Although Yugito Nii is a Jinchūriki, given Natsume's strength, there is no way he could be in any danger dealing with her.

It doesn't even take much time; you can be back in a day.

"After I leave, could you give Hinata some pointers?"

Natsume cautiously revealed his true purpose: "It would be even better if I could take her as my apprentice."

Kaguya Otsutsuki didn't answer, but looked at him.

Natsume immediately tensed up.

To be honest, he had anticipated that Kaguya Otsutsuki would refuse.

Even if Hinata Hyuga is her descendant, there are countless generations between them, so how could she have feelings for her?

In the entire ninja world, only Otsutsuki Hagoromo, Otsutsuki Hamura, and Natsume could catch her eye.

"I have a condition."

Just when Natsume thought Kaguya Ōtsutsuki was unwilling, she suddenly spoke up.

"What are the conditions?"

Although Natsume wanted to agree immediately, he wasn't sure he could meet her demands given her abilities.

Therefore, let's ask first.

"One month."

Kaguya Otsutsuki smiled slightly and said.

"...?"

Natsume was dumbfounded.

Although it was only three words, he already understood what condition Kaguya Otsutsuki was referring to.

He never imagined that one day he would be reduced to selling his body as a form of manual labor.

No, that's not right.

Kaguya-sama: Love Is War, you've gone astray!

You weren't like this before.

How did the naive and innocent girl suddenly gain intelligence?

cough cough.

He wasn't saying that Kaguya Otsutsuki was stupid, but rather that she had never been aware of this before.

The only thing she put her heart into was chakra.

And now we're starting to work on him.

Although Natsume likes it very much, he can't resist this method.

His mind raced. He wrapped his arms around her waist, nuzzled his face affectionately, and said with a smile, "I don't think it's fair."

Kaguya Otsutsuki looked down at him, her initial joy instantly dampened.

But Natsume is different after all.

She wasn't angry; instead, she asked calmly, "Where is it unfair?"

Seeing that she had fallen into the trap, Natsume smiled and asked, "What is Hinata in your eyes?"

Without a second thought, Kaguya Otsutsuki replied, "It's nothing."

"If that's the case, isn't it unfair to exchange it for a month?"

Natsume blinked and asked, "How about ten days?"

A month is too long.

Even with Kaguya Otsutsuki's chakra healing, mental exhaustion was inevitable.

If it's ten days, then that's just right.

It won't be too bad, and you can still enjoy it.

It's a real reward.

Kaguya Otsutsuki was slightly taken aback before realizing what was happening.

I must have been scammed.

She thought for a moment and said, "Then ten days."

Natsume immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

Kaguya Otsutsuki was ultimately not a truly wicked person.

"Ten days."

Just as he thought his scheme had succeeded, Kaguya Otsutsuki's voice rang out again.

She said expressionlessly, "The ten days I'm talking about are not the ten days in Ten no Miyabi."

Although there was no change in his tone, Natsume perceived it as full of murderous intent.

The kind that can really kill you.

Natsume's smile froze instantly, and his body trembled slightly.

Help!

Someone is cheating!

How could you say such a thing... such a thing...?

Natsume's heart was bleeding.

It really is dripping blood.

As the saying goes, one drop of that thing is worth ten drops of blood.

"What's the problem?"

Kaguya Otsutsuki couldn't help but laugh at his adorable reaction.

Her cool and refined face, like a fleeting ephemera, exuded a captivating smile.

Natsume, however, was unable to appreciate it.

He's a devil!

"You didn't specify where the ten days refers to."

Kaguya Otsutsuki reached out and stroked his cheek, finally biting his lip, and said, "Go quickly and come back quickly."

Natsume was taken aback when he saw the captivating wateriness suddenly welling up in her eyes.

That look in her eyes was Kaguya Otsutsuki suppressing her emotions.

It's like seeing a massive amount of chakra, but being unable to obtain it.

Natsume sighed inwardly.

Come to think of it, among all the women he knew, it seemed that only Kaguya Otsutsuki would look at him with that kind of gaze.

It's really... hard to refuse.

That's it!

I don't go to hell, who goes to hell?

Actually, it's not really hell.

After all, aliens give people a very cool feeling.

Natsume smiled, kissed her lips, and said, "I'll be back as soon as possible."

Kaguya Otsutsuki released her hand and opened it in front of him.

A gentle breeze gathered.

A black ball quickly formed in the palm of his hand.

Natsume narrowed his eyes.

It is the Jade of Seeking the Dao.

It uses Yin-Yang Release techniques to create a physical form, while incorporating high-density chakra of the seven attributes of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements.

It can be described as the power of simplicity in the ultimate truth.

It is incredibly powerful and can easily destroy a vast forest.

In addition, it can automatically transform into a weapon according to the user's preferences.

For example, the Sage of Six Paths' Sage Staff and the Ten-Tails Spear were divine swords created by Obito Uchiha when he transformed into the Ten-Tails' Jinchuriki.

After Kaguya Otsutsuki glanced at him, the Truth-Seeking Balls, under her control, gradually grew into a black staff.

It looks very much like a black stick.

The black rod is a product of the Rinnegan or Yin-Yang Release.

Inserting it into the opponent's body can seal the pressure points through which the opponent cultivates chakra and disrupt the opponent's chakra.

But it's definitely different from weapons made with Truth-Seeking Jewels.

"for you."

Kaguya Otsutsuki spoke up, "You gave the bow to Hinata, so here's another weapon for you."

Natsume paused for a moment, then couldn't help but hug her again, kiss her, and say, "Thank you."

I have to say, Kaguya-sama is really great.

If you truly get to know her, you'll find she's actually quite emotional.

Moreover, she is the kind of exceptionally good woman who is devoted to only one person.

Well, it's mainly because my thinking is relatively simple, or rather, pure.

In her world, there is only chakra and Natsume.

The rest of the people and things were not worth her consideration.

Kaguya Ōtsutsuki patted his head and said, "Don't give this sword to anyone else."

You call this a sword?

Okay, Kaguya-sama is right.

Natsume gripped the black stick, a surge of information flooding his mind.

He was slightly startled.

This weapon has three uses.

First, its shape can be changed arbitrarily.

Secondly, it can be inserted into an enemy's body and absorb their chakra.

Third, it is indestructible.

No wonder Kaguya Otsutsuki called it a sword.

That's absolutely right.

Natsume thought for a moment and decided to call it the Ruyi Jingu Bang (the magic staff).

It's just that his name is somewhat similar to Hiruzen Sarutobi's.

He has a spirit beast called the Ape Demon, which can transform into a weapon called the Vajra Ruyi Staff.

Clearly, this was borrowed by the original author from "Journey to the West".

Just like the Banana Leaf Fan, Seven Star Sword, and Amber Purification Bottle of the Sage of Six Paths.

No problem, just change the name of Ape Demon.

Natsume thought to himself that he was the most legitimate successor.

Using the name of the Great Sage is not a big problem.

"I won't give it to anyone else."

Natsume smiled and said, "Of course, I should use such a good thing myself."

Kaguya Otsutsuki nodded.

Although she didn't say anything, Natsume could tell that she was very satisfied or happy.

He released his hand, and with a thought, the Ruyi transformed into a ring, which he slipped onto his ring finger.

Great, that's really convenient.

"I'll go and call Hinata over."

Natsume left the room.

Hinata Hyuga was training in the courtyard at that moment.

Upon seeing Natsume, she immediately stopped and called out, "Natsume-nii-san!"

What do you think of the Fourth Palace?

Natsume nodded in response and then got down to business.

"Very impressive."

Hinata Hyuga replied without hesitation.

Although she had never seen Kaguya Otsutsuki in action, her insights into Gentle Fist were truly astonishing.

She felt that even her father, Hyuga Hiashi, was completely incomparable to her.

"So, you wouldn't refuse to be her student?"

Natsume smiled and ruffled her hair, then asked.

Hinata Hyuga was stunned upon hearing this.

After a moment, he waved his hand and said, "I am Natsume-nii's student, I don't need a new teacher."

Natsume was somewhat surprised.

I never expected her to refuse.

After all, it's normal to have two teachers in this world.

"But are you sure you only want to be my student?"

Natsume rolled his eyes and asked teasingly.

Hinata Hyuga was somewhat puzzled.

Only after noticing his expression did I gradually understand the meaning of his words.

If they're not students, what else could they be?

Almost instantly, her face and ears turned completely red.

Because of the cold climate of the Swamp Country, steam was actually rising from her head.

At the same time, there was rapid breathing and exhaled mist.

Natsume quickly supported her as she fainted.

"Hinata?"

He couldn't help but shake his head.

It seems like I haven't been training enough.

After Natsume waited a while, Hinata Hyuga slowly woke up.

"Feel sorry."

She lowered her head, not daring to look at Natsume.

The brain is still excited by the previous statement.

"There's no need to apologize for something like this."

Natsume pinched her warm and soft little face and said, "Come with me to see Shinomiya."

"Um."

Hinata Hyuga did not refuse this time.

The two arrived at Kaguya Otsutsuki's room.

Natsume knocked on the door and then went inside.

"teacher."

Hinata Hyuga knelt down on both knees and shouted quite sincerely.

According to the etiquette of the ninja world, a bow would actually suffice.

Kneeling is undoubtedly beyond the norm.

Kaguya Otsutsuki glanced at her, but her gaze finally settled on Natsume without saying anything.

Given her personality, this already counts as an agreement.

Natsume smiled at her, then helped Hinata Hyuga up and said, "I'm going out for a while. Just follow your teacher's instructions."

"Um."

Hinata Hyuga nodded vigorously.

Seeing this, Natsume did not linger and appeared in the Land of Demons using the Flying Thunder God Technique.

He had already seen the locations of two sealed temples, so he found his target without spending too much time.

"Hasn't it started yet?"

Natsume raised an eyebrow.

The two wooden figures and others in front of the Sealed Temple appeared quite relaxed, waiting for the Yellow Springs Cult to arrive.

He stroked his chin and thought for a while.

In the original work, Huang Quan's strength is relatively average.

He's at most a Jonin.

Only after sewing the soul of the demon into his body could he be considered to have obtained the combat power of a tailed beast.

In other words, he couldn't beat the two Yugito.

Even with the addition of Danzo Shimura, the situation remains the same.

It's not that Natsume looks down on Nabekage, but that he's not at his peak right now.

Moreover, he wouldn't risk his life for Huang Quan.

That's when we need his help.

Upon realizing this, Natsume immediately entered Sage Mode.

Since the sealed temple is Huang Quan and the others' target, they are most likely nearby.

All you need to do is avoid the senses of the sensory ninja.

However, the perception of Sage Mode is expanded to dozens of times.

With Natsume's abilities, he easily located their position.

An unnamed valley.

A figure flashed by.

It was Natsume.

He glanced at the guard at the cave entrance and summoned the slug.

"Natsume-sama."

A slug, as small as an ant, landed in his palm.

When Natsume saw it, it reminded him of something.

That means I need to talk to the Slug Sage about the destruction of Mount Myōboku.

If it could act as a traitor a thousand years ago, it can certainly do so a thousand years later.

The slug crawled into the cave, found a secluded spot, and used the Reverse Spirit Communication Technique.

Natsume appeared in the smoke.

"Slug Sage, I'll come to see you in a while to discuss something."

"OK."

The slug nodded and returned to the Wet Bone Forest.

The interior of the cave has been turned into the headquarters of the Yellow Springs Cult.

Natsume sensed the surroundings and found that there were quite a few people, nearly thirty in total.

However, their abilities are all quite average.

He walked all the way to a laboratory.

They didn't knock, they just opened the door.

"Didn't I tell you? No one should bother me!"

Huang Quan, who was undergoing surgery, turned around angrily and was suddenly stunned when he saw the unfamiliar Natsume.

Natsume didn't bother to talk to him and directly activated his Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan.

Huang Quan's face showed a blank expression, but he quickly returned to normal.

"Let's go, go and inform everyone to gather and head to the Sealed Temple."

In his mind, Natsume was now his trusted subordinate.

Because of your actions, Huang Quan's fate has changed, and you have gained nineteen points of Fate Value.

Natsume smiled, casually changed his face, and followed Yomi out of the laboratory.

Four thousand words. The power was out all day, so I'll just post four thousand words to make do. I hope the power won't be out tomorrow.

(End of this chapter)