Naruto: Multiverse Character Templates

"Tsunade, you all did very well this time. Far beyond our expectations."

Hiruzen walked forward and said with a smile.

This was not polite flattery.

He truly had not expected Tsunade and the others to capture Rasa and Pakura alive.

He had originally thought that forcing Suna to retreat would already be extremely good. No one had expected Tsunade and the others to achieve this much.

"That's right."

Homura had a smile on his face as he said, "When I first received the news, I thought it was fake."

"Suna sent us a letter the day before yesterday, hoping to cease hostilities and negotiate."

Koharu opened her mouth to remind them, "In the battle against Suna, Konoha has already achieved final victory."

"Rasa, Pakura, and Reki have all been captured by us."

Homura said with an expectant tone, "This time, we must make them pay a large enough price."

"We will discuss the specific negotiation terms later."

Hiruzen ordered, "Tsunade, first have the Suna shinobi taken to Konoha Maximum Security Prison. We have already prepared rooms in advance."

Konoha Maximum Security Prison was a prison set up by Konoha to hold serious criminals.

Under normal circumstances, shinobi from other villages would not be imprisoned in Konoha Maximum Security Prison, but sent to the Anbu for interrogation.

But this time, far too many Suna shinobi had been captured, and the Anbu did not have that many cells.

With no other choice, they could only send them to Konoha Maximum Security Prison.

"Sakumo."

Tsunade thought for a moment and said, "I'll trouble you to make the trip."

Sakumo nodded and agreed.

He immediately led a group of people to escort the Suna shinobi toward Konoha Maximum Security Prison.

"I will have Anbu and Root shinobi watch over them."

Hiruzen added.

"It would be best to have shinobi from the Uzumaki Clan assist and use sealing jutsu on the important prisoners to prevent them from escaping."

Tsunade reminded him.

"That suggestion is good. I will arrange it later."

Hiruzen changed the subject and said, "Now, hurry and have the injured go to Konoha Hospital. We cannot delay their treatment."

"The seriously injured have all drunk red healing potions. Their conditions will not worsen in the short term."

After Tsunade finished speaking, she immediately instructed Hizashi Hyuga to handle it.

Hiruzen walked in front of the remaining Konoha shinobi.

Facing everyone's gazes, a smile appeared on his face.

"Everyone, you have worked hard!"

Hiruzen shouted loudly, "You have not failed the Will of Fire, and you have made outstanding contributions to the village!"

The shinobi immediately responded with cheers.

"This unprecedented great victory is all thanks to your efforts. Konoha will reward you according to your merits!"

Hiruzen paused for a moment, then said, "Go home and rest first. The specific rewards will be settled within two weeks!"

The number of Konoha shinobi who had participated in the war against Suna this time was as high as five thousand.

It would be very difficult to distribute all the rewards in a short time.

In addition, rewards and pensions also had to be distributed to the Konoha shinobi who had died in battle.

Being able to settle everything within two weeks was already very efficient.

"Thank you, Hokage-sama!"

The shinobi shouted in unison.

After that, they walked toward their relatives and friends in the crowd.

Before long, more than half of the massive crowd had dispersed.

Seeing that the discussion was over, Kushina ran forward.

"I heard you shouting Natsuki's name from far away."

Tsunade teased, "Did you not see anyone else?"

Kushina's face instantly turned bright red, and she lowered her head in embarrassment.

Hiruzen could not help smiling when he saw this scene.

"You can go back first."

Tsunade waved her hand and said, "Leave the rest to us."

"You three made great contributions in this war. You can think about what rewards you want."

Hiruzen looked at Natsuki, Nawaki, and Nonō, then said, "Come find me once you have decided."

"Natsuki told me before that he wants the Water Release chakra crystal."

Tsunade reminded him.

"The Water Release chakra crystal?"

Hiruzen was slightly startled, then said, "That was left behind by Sensei. Since you have already agreed, I naturally have no objections."

Natsuki could not help feeling a little surprised when he heard this.

But after thinking about it carefully, he felt it was very reasonable.

Chakra crystals required shinobi with enormous chakra reserves to create.

When it came to Water Release, Tobirama could be considered the best.

In the entire shinobi world, only Kisame could rival him.

Kisame was one of Kiri's second generation Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.

He specialized in Water Release and possessed astonishing chakra reserves, earning him the title of the tailless tailed beast.

How should he put it?

Natsuki felt that just based on his appearance, he did not look human. He looked more like some kind of fishman.

"Let's go to the Hokage's office and discuss the details."

Although Hiruzen already knew the rough course of events, there were still many details Tsunade needed to explain.

In particular, how the Curse Antidote should be used against Hanzō needed to be discussed even more.

"Are you planning to go straight home next?"

After Hiruzen and the others left, Kushina asked.

Although she really wanted to stay with Natsuki, she also knew her limits. She knew that they had spent five days on the road and were already very tired.

Nawaki and Nonō subconsciously looked at Natsuki.

During this period, Natsuki had always been their team captain, and they had become used to following his orders.

"It is almost lunchtime. How about we go to Mito-sama's place first?"

Natsuki thought for a moment and asked.

A smile immediately bloomed on Kushina's face, and she quickly nodded.

"Mm."

Nonō replied softly.

Nawaki had even less reason to object.

After all, Mito lived in the Senju Clan compound.

"Let's go!"

Kushina waved her small hand and said very happily.

Natsuki smiled and followed behind her.

After taking two steps, Kushina suddenly turned around.

As she walked backward, she said, "Hurry up and tell me the details of this war!"

"I'll tell you!"

Nawaki's eyes lit up, and he asked, "Which part do you want to hear?"

"I want to hear it from the person involved."

Kushina stared at Natsuki with her bright, watery eyes and asked, "I heard you defeated Rasa?"

Nawaki reacted.

He immediately shook his head in frustration.

It really was painful not being allowed to talk about such a great chance to show off.

"You know Rasa?"

Natsuki asked curiously.

"I did not know him before."

Kushina explained, "I only found out after you became famous."

"I see."

Natsuki nodded, then told her about the battle between him and Rasa.

"In such a short time, you actually created three such powerful taijutsu techniques yourself?"

Kushina asked in surprise.

Natsuki had previously mentioned that he wanted to create his own taijutsu.

At that time, Nawaki had expressed doubt, but she and Nonō had both chosen to believe him.

However, believing was one thing. Creating three techniques so quickly was truly beyond her expectations.

Most importantly, all three taijutsu techniques had extraordinary power and had played a major role in the battle against Rasa.

Shigan injuring Rasa, in particular, could be called the turning point of their battle.

"For the next period of time, we probably will not go to the Land of Rain for now. I will teach you starting tomorrow."

Natsuki said with a smile.

He had already taught Soru to Nonō and Nawaki.

Now that he had time, he could teach Kushina and Tsunade.

Of course, he also had plenty of things to do himself.

At the same time, in the Hokage's office.

"Natsuki's growth speed is truly astonishing."

After listening to Tsunade's report, Hiruzen could not help sighing.

"Being able to win this time, Natsuki deserves the greatest credit."

Homura nodded and said, "He helped crack Chiyo's poison and defeated Rasa."

When Danzō heard this, the muscles on his face could not help twitching.

The better Natsuki performed, the more heartache he felt.

A talent like this clearly should have belonged to Root.

But he also could not blame the Root shinobi who had conducted the test at Konoha Orphanage back then.

Even he could not understand why Natsuki had no talent for ninjutsu, but had talent for creating his own ninjutsu.

"The most important thing is that the Curse Antidote can not only cure Chiyo's poison, but also Hanzō's poison."

Tsunade said in a deep voice, "We can use the Curse Antidote to catch Hanzō off guard."

"We can give the Curse Antidote to Root and have Root send people to assassinate Hanzō."

Danzō immediately said.

"That is not appropriate."

Hiruzen refused, "Although Hanzō is confident, he is also very cautious. He has many guards with him and never appears alone."

Danzō's expression stiffened, but he did not dare say anything else.

"Tsunade, are you sure the Curse Antidote can counter Hanzō's poison?"

Koharu interrupted and asked.

"I have already tested it."

Tsunade replied.

Previously, when she had taken Natsuki to escort logistical supplies to the Land of Rain, she had tried to crack Hanzō's poison.

Although she had not succeeded, she had preserved a certain amount of the poison.

"Very good."

Hiruzen let out a breath and said, "With the Curse Antidote, our chances of winning against Ame will increase greatly."

"Tsunade, when do you plan to use it?"

Koharu asked again.

Tsunade repeated the contents of her previous conversation with Natsuki.

"The most crucial battle?"

Hiruzen pondered for a moment, then said very decisively, "Then I will leave it to you three to resolve."

The current Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Orochimaru already had considerable fame.

If they defeated Ame and Hanzō as well, ending the Second Shinobi World War, their fame would likely be enough to compete for the position of the next Hokage.

Koharu, Homura, and Danzō could all hear the implication in Hiruzen's words.

The two Hokage advisors did not actually care who became Hokage. As long as they could preserve their positions, it was fine.

Danzō cared very much about who became Hokage, but right now, he did not dare oppose Hiruzen and could only remain silent.

"There is one more thing."

Hiruzen continued, "The negotiations with Suna are scheduled for next month. I think you are the most suitable person to represent Konoha in the negotiations."

"Do not come to me for that."

Tsunade rejected him without hesitation, "Something troublesome like that does not suit me. It suits Shikasuke."

"Rasa, Pakura, and Reki were all captured by you."

Hiruzen smiled helplessly and reminded her.

"I already captured them, and you still want me to negotiate? Then did I not capture them for nothing?"

Tsunade curled her lips and asked.

Hiruzen was immediately speechless.

However, he confirmed once again that Tsunade had no interest in becoming Hokage.

Because matters like negotiation could increase her prestige, and if they succeeded, it would also count as an achievement.

"If there is nothing else, I will leave first. Oh right, I will take the Water Release chakra crystal with me."

Tsunade waved her hand, then turned and left the Hokage's office.

The Senju Clan compound.

Natsuki saw Uzumaki Mito.

At first glance, he noticed that she was in a state of complete exhaustion.

Because despite possessing the Strength of a Hundred Seal, she actually looked old.

Aside from storing chakra, the Strength of a Hundred Seal could also use fine chakra control to maintain a youthful appearance.

The only reason Mito had aged was that she could no longer perform, or had chosen to stop performing, that extremely delicate chakra control.

After Natsuki greeted her, he went to the kitchen to cook.

"It seems I came back at just the right time."

Tsunade walked into the living room and smelled a faint fragrance.

She looked toward the dining table and found that three dishes had already been set out.

"Sis, we were just waiting for you!"

Nawaki waved and said, "Hurry over!"

"Grandma Mito."

Tsunade walked forward and sat beside Mito.

"You worked hard during this time. Now that you are back, get some proper rest."

Mito smiled and said.

"It was not especially hard."

Tsunade shook her head, then said, "Since we defeated Suna, any hardship was worth it."

"Grandma Mito!"

Nawaki suddenly said excitedly, "After we eat, I will tell you about my performance this time. I really was not inferior to Great-Grandfather!"

"Natsuki's performance is more like it."

Tsunade raised her hand and flicked Nawaki on the forehead as she said this.

At that moment, Natsuki, Nonō, and Kushina walked out of the kitchen.

Each of the three carried a plate.

"The dishes are all ready. We can start eating."

Natsuki said with a smile.

"Thank you for the meal!"

Nawaki and the others clapped their hands together and said happily.

After the meal, Natsuki and Nonō returned to Konoha Orphanage.

But before leaving, he received the Water Release chakra crystal from Tsunade.

The next morning.

After thinking it over, Natsuki decided to find Granny Cat and ask her to make the Sorcery Clima-Tact for him.

Granny Cat had provided ninja tools to the Uchiha Clan for many years, so there was naturally nothing to question about her ninja tool manufacturing skill.

Most importantly, her reputation and character were very good.

Besides, with Natsuki's current status and position, Granny Cat would not dare covet his blueprint.

Although Granny Cat was mysterious, in the end, she was not a powerful fighter. She was only a ninja tool and intelligence merchant.

After Natsuki and Nonō finished breakfast, they arrived at the Empty District where the ninja cat clan was located.

Because he was the contractor of the ninja cat Shirayuki, he was able to meet Granny Cat very smoothly.

"Natsuki, when we meet again, you have already become a super genius famous throughout the shinobi world."

Granny Cat said with a chuckle.

"Granny Cat, you flatter me. I would like to ask you to help me forge a ninja tool."

Natsuki got straight to the point.

"What kind of ninja tool?"

Granny Cat paused, then asked, "A sword? Or a bow?"

Aside from providing ninja tools, she also provided intelligence.

During this period, Natsuki had made quite a name for himself in the Land of Rain, so she naturally knew about it.

And what he was most famous for were his archery and swordsmanship.

"A staff."

Natsuki took out the blueprint for the Sorcery Clima-Tact and handed it to her.

Granny Cat subconsciously glanced at it, and her expression shifted slightly.

This was the first time she had seen such a unique ninja tool.

Granny Cat quickly took the blueprint and examined it carefully.

The more she looked, the more surprised she became.

Ninja tools in the shinobi world were actually not complicated.

In essence, they were standardized ninja tools. Kunai, shuriken, senbon, and the like all followed unified standards.

But the Sorcery Clima-Tact was different. It had multiple functions and was much more complex.

"I will give it a try."

Granny Cat said in a deep voice, "It is the most complicated ninja tool I have ever seen. I do not have absolute confidence."

"Then I will trouble you, Granny Cat."

Natsuki then took out the Water Release and Lightning Release chakra crystals and said, "Please provide the remaining materials. I can pay for them."

"No problem."

Granny Cat nodded and said, "Aside from the Water Release and Lightning Release chakra crystals, I can find all the other materials."

"About how long will it take?"

Natsuki handed the two chakra crystals to her.

The Lightning Release chakra crystal had been taken from the Sword of the Thunder God.

And without the Lightning Release chakra crystal, the Sword of the Thunder God had turned into an ordinary sword.

Fortunately, he had Projection Magecraft, so losing the original Sword of the Thunder God did not matter much.

If he found a second Lightning Release chakra crystal in the future, he could install it again.

"That is hard to say."

Granny Cat pondered for a moment, then said, "At least three months. When the time comes, I will notify Shirayuki."

Natsuki nodded slightly.

He did not know whether it would be ready in time for Konoha's war against Ame.

After finishing the matter, Natsuki and Nonō hurried to the Senju Clan compound.

But after entering the courtyard, he noticed something was wrong.

Nawaki and Kushina were both absent.

"You are here?"

Tsunade said with a silent expression, "Come with me."

Natsuki suppressed the doubts in his heart and followed her into the living room with Nonō.

After reaching the living room, Tsunade did not stop and instead walked upstairs.

Natsuki's heart trembled, and he vaguely had a guess.

So sudden?

No, perhaps it was not sudden.

Mito had most likely been holding on all this time, just to wait for Tsunade and Nawaki to return and see them one last time.

Now that her wish had been fulfilled, she could rest in peace.

After going upstairs, Natsuki saw an unexpected figure, Hiruzen.

His guess was confirmed once again.

After all, under normal circumstances, Hiruzen would not appear here.

Unless it was to replace the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.

"Hokage-sama."

Natsuki and Nonō quickly greeted him.

"You may go in."

Hiruzen nodded and said.

Natsuki and Nonō entered the room.

Inside the room, Mito was lying on the bed.

Nawaki and Kushina were crouched by the bedside, their eyes red and filled with tears.

"Na... Natsuki."

Mito called out.

Her voice carried a deep sense of weakness.

"Mito-sama."

Natsuki immediately walked forward.

"Nawaki and Kushina rarely have friends. I hope you can take care of them more in the future."

Mito grabbed Natsuki's hand and said, "Especially Nawaki. His personality is rather impulsive."

"I will."

Natsuki nodded solemnly and said.

"Thank you."

After Mito finished speaking, she looked at Tsunade.

"Nawaki, Natsuki, and Nonō, you go out first."

Tsunade patted Nawaki's head and said.

"Grandma Mito, see you later."

Nawaki wiped his eyes hard and said.

Natsuki held Kushina's hand and squeezed it before leaving the room.

"You wait in the living room."

Hiruzen gave an instruction, then walked into the room.

"Begin."

Mito looked at Kushina.

Hiruzen nodded.

Kushina bit her lip and felt lost.

She subconsciously clenched her fist and thought of Natsuki. Her heart calmed slightly.

No matter what, she was not alone.

(To be continued.)

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