Chapter 194: Return to Root!
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Away from the rain border, eleven shinobi were moving at high speed, with a red-headed kunoichi leading the way. Naruto and his sister Himawari exchanged glances, feeling a strange kinship towards Karin. Nagato felt the same, sensing a connection that he couldn't quite place.
Karin's sensory abilities were top-notch, allowing her to navigate the group without detection. Zabuza and Haku flanked her, their eyes sharp and alert for any threats. The group moved with practiced efficiency, their movements silent and coordinated.
Naruto couldn't help but stare at Karin. "Hey, who exactly are you?" he asked, curiosity getting the better of him.
Karin glanced back, a slight smirk on her face. "Name's Karin. I'm a sensor ninja, and I'm leading you to a safe place."
Himawari looked between them, her own curiosity piqued. "You feel... familiar. Like family."
Karin's smirk softened into a genuine smile. "We share a common bloodline. Uzumaki."
Naruto's eyes widened in surprise. "Uzumaki? Like our mom?"
Karin nodded. "Yes, just like your mom. We're from the same clan."
Nagato, overhearing the conversation, felt a pang of nostalgia. "The Uzumaki clan... I thought they were all gone."
Karin shook her head. "Not all of us. Some survived and scattered. I guess you could say we're the remnants. Or that was what we were told."
As they approached the edge of the Wave Country, the group stole a small boat and began to row towards the Whirlpool Country. The journey was tense but focused, each member contributing to their swift progress. The sight of the island coming into view brought a mix of relief and curiosity.
Upon reaching the shores of the Whirlpool Country, the group encountered the remnants of specters—Shinigami's slaves—still lurking around the island. Though Horyu had altered the seal to prevent them from feeding, some still had enough energy to be a threat.
Naruto and Himawari stared at the specters in shock. "What are those things?" Himawari asked, her voice trembling slightly.
Zabuza grunted, his grip tightening on his sword. "Specters. Dangerous remnants of the past. Stay close and don't let them touch you."
Nagato's eyes narrowed as he observed the specters. "They're part of the sealing jutsu. We need to be careful."
Kakashi, always quick to adapt, gave orders to the group. "Stay in formation. We'll clear a path."
Karin led the way, her senses guiding them through the least infested areas. Zabuza and Haku moved with deadly efficiency, stepping away from any specter's reach. The rest of the group followed closely, their eyes scanning the surroundings for any threats.
Naruto couldn't help but feel a mixture of fear and awe. "This place is intense. How did Horyu find it?"
Karin glanced back, her expression serious. "Horyu is resourceful. He found this place and secured it. We're safe here, but we need to be cautious."
Passing the specters, the group arrived at the seal covering the entire island. Karin, having learned how to bypass the seal from Horyu, executed her growing mastery in seals with practiced ease. As the seal opened up a path for them to pass, the group saw Uzumaki Village for the first time in their lives. It was like a ghost town, frozen in time. Houses were empty, and an eerie silence pervaded the air.
Karin stopped and turned to face the group. "Welcome to Uzumaki Village."
The group looked around, each reacting differently to the desolate scene. Naruto's eyes widened in awe, while Himawari looked around nervously. Nagato and Yahiko exchanged uneasy glances, their expressions somber. Kakashi and Obito remained vigilant, scanning for any signs of danger. Konan, Rin, and Zabuza's group took in the surroundings with varying degrees of curiosity and caution.
Karin didn't wait for them to process their emotions and led the way deeper into the village. "Follow me. There's something you need to see."
As they reached the heart of the village, they encountered a sealed, frozen entity. The air around it was thick with a malevolent aura, making everyone stop in their tracks. The oppressive feeling was almost palpable.
"What is that?" Himawari gasped, her voice trembling.
Naruto took a step closer, his eyes narrowing. "It feels... wrong. Like it's full of anger and pain."
Obito, his Sharingan active, analyzed the seal. "I've never seen anything like this. The power here is immense."
Nagato frowned. "It's not just powerful. It's chaotic. There's a lot of trapped energy in there."
Yahiko's eyes were fixed on the entity, a mixture of fear and determination in his gaze. "We need to be careful. Whatever this is, it's dangerous."
Karin, visibly affected by the chaotic emotions emanating from the sealed entity, took a deep breath to steady herself. "This entity is, Shinigami. Horyu warned me about it. It's holding countless souls and creatures, all trapped inside."
"The Shinigami?" Obito echoed, his voice filled with a mix of disbelief and curiosity. "Why would something like this be here?"
Karin shook her head. "I'm not sure, but Horyu said it's been here for a long time, predating even the fall of the Uzumaki clan. It's one of the reasons this village was abandoned and hidden."
Approaching the seal cautiously, Karin looked at the urn-like seal Horyu had told her about. This was the ritualistic urn for Uzumaki to drop their blood, allowing them to enter the seal. Only Uzumaki could enter, or Uchiha after Horyu had altered the seal. She pricked her finger and let a few drops of blood fall onto the urn. The blood was absorbed quickly, and the seal began to glow.
The group watched in awe as the seal activated, revealing another village within a sealed dimension. This village was different from the ghost town they had just walked through. It was vibrant, with people sporting red hair going about their daily lives, children playing, and the general hustle and bustle of a thriving community.
Naruto's eyes widened in disbelief. "This... this is incredible."
Himawari nodded, her eyes sparkling with wonder. "It's like stepping into another world."
Nagato, Yahiko, and Konan exchanged glances, each of them processing the sight before them. Kakashi and Obito, always vigilant, scanned the area for any signs of danger but were equally impressed by the spectacle.
As they stepped into the vibrant village, a few figures emerged to greet them. Leading them was Uzumaki Mito, a legendary figure in the history of their clan. Beside her stood Uzumaki Kenji and several other elders, their expressions a mixture of hope and relief.
Mito's eyes moistened as she looked at the group. "Welcome back, my children," she said, her voice trembling with emotion.
Karin stepped forward, tears in her own eyes. "Horyu sent his regards. He wanted me to tell you that his gift is not the first generation you were awaiting, but their descendants. I, Uzumaki Karin, daughter of Uzumaki Karen, greet you, Ancestor."
Mito's expression softened, and she reached out to touch Karin's cheek gently. "You carry the blood of our people. It is good to see you, Karin."
Kenji stepped forward, his gaze sweeping over the group. "And who are your companions?"
Karin introduced them, her voice steady. "This is Naruto and Himawari, descendants of the Uzumaki clan through their mother, Kushina. This is Nagato, Son of Uzumaki Nagito. These are Yahiko, and Konan, who have been helping our people. Kakashi, Obito, and Rin are former Konoha Jonin, deserted after the incident, and my trusted friends Zabuza and Haku."
The elders nodded, their expressions thoughtful. "You have brought many allies."
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