The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

This figure is completely overlapping.

Tsunade could truly see the mark of her former beloved in Naruto; it was so similar, so very similar.

This is why Tsunade favors Naruto so much.

The reason she gave the necklace she inherited from her grandfather to Naruto was because of this.

Tsunade placed all the familial love she had lost on Naruto. It could even be said that Naruto was a significant reason why Tsunade returned to Konoha to become the Fifth Hokage.

Tsunade admired this determination, but she was also very worried about it.

Because she already has two painful memories.

I really don't want to see it a third time.

therefore.

Tsunade hardened her heart once again, preparing to continue refusing Naruto, and even planned to send more people to keep a close watch on him.

"Lord Hokage! Urgent report from the front lines!!"

Suddenly.

A hurried voice came from outside the office.

"Ok?"

Urgent report from the front?

Tsunade was stunned for a moment, and then her expression changed.

"Come in!"

The words were shouted out in a stern voice.

"Yes!"

After responding in a deep voice, the Konoha ninja outside immediately pushed open the door and strode in.

He knelt on one knee and bowed, replying, "Lord Hokage, Lord Jiraiya reports from the front lines that the Cloud Ninja frontline forces suffered a major defeat. More than three thousand Cloud Ninja were mostly annihilated by the Takigakure forces led by Menma Uzumaki. On the battlefield, the Six-Tails Jinchuriki and the Seven-Tails Jinchuriki appeared simultaneously. The Fourth Raikage, A, appears to have been severely injured by Menma Uzumaki, and the Two-Tails Jinchuriki has been captured by Menma Uzumaki. The remaining Cloud Ninja forces are now covering the wounded Fourth Raikage's retreat back to the border of the Land of Lightning. This is the detailed situation. Please review it and give your instructions, Lord Hokage!"

While speaking at an extremely fast pace, he also took out a scroll from his pocket and presented it with both hands.

Shizune quickly stepped forward, took the scroll, and presented it to Tsunade.

With a very serious expression, Tsunade took the scroll and quickly opened it, scanning it at a glance.

Naruto, who was sitting on one side, was already stunned.

what?

Did Mianma win big?

And he even defeated the Raikage, one of the Five Kage?

Upon hearing this news, Naruto didn't know what kind of emotion he should feel. Was he shocked? Or relieved? Or perhaps some other emotion?

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 301: The Key

It was a feeling that even Naruto himself couldn't explain.

Tsunade, sitting in the main seat, felt extremely troubled and shocked. She was well aware of the strength of the Fourth Raikage, who had made several outstanding contributions during the Third Shinobi World War.

Whether it's speed or strength, he is unparalleled in the ninja world.

The Hidden Cloud Village has always been considered a powerful ninja village second only to the Leaf Village. The individual combat skills of the Cloud Ninja are extremely high. With more than 3,000 Cloud Ninja, led by the Fourth Raikage himself, and with the Two-Tails Jinchuriki also present, Tsunade felt that even if her own village were to take action, it might not be easy to defeat them with such a lineup.

It could only be done if he and Jiraiya worked together.

All that's left is to fill the gap with sheer numbers.

Konoha has such a strong foundation, so what makes Takigakure so special?

Three tailed beasts are indeed exaggerated, but throughout the history of the ninja world, how many people have been able to truly and perfectly unleash the power of the tailed beasts?

If everyone were that strong, Konoha would have been even more exhausted by the time of the three Shinobi World Wars.

Ultimately, a Jinchuriki is a Jinchuriki, and a Tailed Beast is a Tailed Beast.

The two cannot be truly equated.

But even under these seemingly unfavorable circumstances, Menma managed to lead the Takigakure ninja to a decisive victory against the Fourth Raikage's Takigakure in a direct confrontation!

What's even more terrifying is that Menma single-handedly overwhelmed the Fourth Raikage.

This is a level of strength.

This method.

"!!?"

How could Tsunade not feel palpitations and shock?

Most importantly, the defeat of Kumogakure completely disrupted their plans. After reading through the contents of the scroll, Tsunade's expression became uncertain.

But Tsunade was, after all, a heroine among women.

Just a moment later, he adjusted his mindset and sorted out his thoughts.

"Tell Jiraiya to follow their assessment from the front lines. I will contact the major ninja villages and tell them not to rush things, but to observe the situation further before making any decisions. The on-the-spot judgments will be left to the front lines."

Tsunade took a deep breath and spoke calmly.

With Jiraiya and Shikaku at the front lines, Tsunade trusted them completely. She didn't need to get too involved; just handling the logistical work was enough.

Tsunade would definitely support Jiraiya and Shikaku's judgment 100%.

"Yes, Lord Hokage!"

The Konoha ninja in the lower position immediately bowed and replied.

Then.

He also got up and strode away.

"Jingyin, immediately send this intelligence from the front lines to the three advisor elders for their opinions."

After that Konoha ninja left.

Tsunade turned her head to look at Shizune on the side and handed her the scroll.

"Yes, Lady Tsunade."

Jingyin, clearly aware of the importance of the matter, immediately responded solemnly.

"Naruto, I know your determination, but now is really not the time for you to go out. Stay in the village and I will consider it. But right now, you can't do anything reckless, understand?"

Tsunade looked at Naruto on the other side and said with a very serious expression.

Naruto opened his mouth, looking like he wanted to say something but hesitated.

But in the end, she nodded silently and replied softly, "I understand, Granny Tsunade."

Naruto is still the same Naruto; his optimistic, positive, cheerful, and resolute personality remains unchanged.

However, this is still due to different childhood circumstances.

In this life, Naruto is more knowledgeable and matures earlier than the Naruto in the original story.

After all, he had carried the honor of being the son of the Fourth Hokage since childhood.

Beneath that sunny exterior lies a heavy burden.

"Okay, let's go back and rest for a bit. Trust me, and trust your grandfather Jiraiya, we will handle this properly."

Seeing Naruto's obviously depressed mood.

Tsunade sighed softly to herself and spoke in an incredibly gentle tone.

In Tsunade's heart.

Naruto's status is quite high; Tsunade truly treats Naruto as her closest family member.

"Ah."

Naruto nodded slightly.

Then he turned around, pushed open the door, and slowly left.

"fox"

"Yes, Hokage-sama."

And just after Naruto left, at Tsunade's soft call, a figure suddenly appeared in the shadows on the left.

He was dressed entirely in black, and wore an animal mask on his face.

He was a member of the Anbu directly under the Hokage.

The cold and fierce aura emanating from him.

This is also enough to prove that this member of the Anbu is at the Jonin level.

"The 24-hour protection must not be interrupted. We need to increase manpower and make sure Naruto doesn't leave Konoha. You understand what I mean?"

Tsunade said with a serious expression.

"Yes, please rest assured, Hokage, I will definitely not let Naruto leave Konoha."

The member of the secret service also responded in a very low but firm tone.

Everyone in the entire ninja village knew that Naruto's identity was special.

This is not only because of the Fourth Hokage.

It was also because of the Fifth Hokage, Tsunade.

Those ANBU members who are directly under the Hokage's jurisdiction need to be paid even more attention.

'Old man, I hate to say it, but it really is all your fault...'

Tsunade glanced back at the four Hokage photos hanging on the left wall of her office, her gaze settling on the third photo of her own teacher. She couldn't help but shake her head slightly and sigh inwardly.

If Menma and Naruto had lived together in Konoha as the Hokage's children 12 years ago, how could things have turned out this way?