Chương 4: 4-Purpose in the world or boredom?
Yasaka sat in silence. Everything had been in order in her life, every aspect well under control, until the arrival of this stranger with ten tails, which he kept swaying in front of her as if it were something impressive. To Yasaka, it was clear that Naruto was arrogant, someone who believed that just because he had one more tail than she did, he was already superior. This deeply bothered her, but what truly ignited her anger was seeing how her father, Shiguro, seemed genuinely convinced by Naruto's words.
Shiguro, a man who had lived so long, who had witnessed the downfall and near extinction of the Kyubis, now believed that a stranger could achieve what generations of Yokai had not: uniting the faction. Yasaka couldn't help but silently scoff at this idea. Not even when the Kyubis were abundant, when her mother was alive, was true unity ever achieved. Why now, suddenly, would this Naruto be able to do it?
Naruto was sitting on top of one of the tallest buildings in the village, gazing at the horizon with a tired expression. Meanwhile, inside him, the bijuus were having a conversation.
"These yōkai are interesting," commented Saiken, but the others ignored him, causing the slug to feel downcast.
Kurama, with his characteristic mocking tone, addressed Naruto: "So, joining a faction, huh? I thought you didn't want a 'big mission,' and now you plan to join a fragmented faction and claim you'll rebuild it." Kurama leaned back, but one of his tails was singed by Matatabi's blue flames.
"Let it go, Kurama," Matatabi interjected in defense of Naruto. "The kid has just found his purpose."
Naruto, who had been listening to them with an expression of exhaustion, finally responded in an apathetic voice: "I'm not doing this because it's a 'big mission.' I'm doing it because you all said you were bored." However, Gyūki firmly denied it: "We asked you to move around a bit and shake off the rust, not to save anyone."
The other bijuus fixed their gaze on Naruto, intensifying the pressure on him. Naruto, feeling cornered, was about to search for a response, but was saved by Shukaku.
"Guys, guys," Shukaku began with a mischievous grin. "You're forgetting the important part: in this world, Kurama is a big-breasted brat."
Kurama snorted, irritated, but couldn't help but counterattack. "At least I have a version of myself in this world, but it seems even the world knows how useless and weak you are, which is why you don't even have a version here."
However, before Kurama could continue, a ball of sand struck him, interrupting his words. The massive nine-tailed fox dropped to all fours, and even in that posture, his size was imposing. With a swift motion, he threw the tanuki to the ground and placed one of his large hands on Shukaku's head. "Start respecting the ranks, raccoon," Kurama growled.
Shukaku, defiant, turned his body into sand and slipped out of Kurama's reach, reappearing elsewhere. "Nobody respects you, Kurama," he declared. But as Kurama moved, the large tanuki backed away, keeping his distance.
As the bijuus argued, Chōmei intervened with a calming tone: "Guys, stay calm." His presence was felt, and the chaos in the room was momentarily subdued.
Kurama, still irritated but with a hint of acknowledgment in his tone, leaned back to try to rest. Before drifting off to sleep, he addressed Naruto: "Brat, I've seen you since you were a fetus. I saw you be born, walk for the first time, speak for the first time, and even kill for the first time. I thought your fate was in darkness, but you proved me wrong. If there's anyone who can unite this faction, it's you."
Naruto was taken aback by the sincerity in Kurama's words. Throughout all these years, he had never received such a genuine compliment from the Nine-Tails. His face lit up with a sincere smile, the first in a long time. "Thank you, Kurama," he murmured.
Kurama, now returning to his usual personality, declared: "Oh, and brat, make it interesting."
With those final words, Naruto faded from the mental space, leaving the bijuus behind. In the outside world, Naruto stood atop the building, gazing at the stars. The serenity of the night sky offered him a moment of peace after the mental turmoil he had experienced.
Naruto yawned, then settled himself comfortably to sleep, finding peace in the calm night.
Meanwhile, in the mental space, the conversation among the bijuus continued. Son Goku, with a mischievous smile, addressed Kurama: "Where's all this kindness coming from, Kurama?"
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Naruto walked with a smile on his face, enjoying the mix of respect and admiration from both ordinary citizens and yokai. The feeling of being treated with a noble's deference was both amusing and somewhat surprising to him. He wondered how he had come to be seen in such a way in an environment so different from what he was used to.
In front of him, two kappa approached, bowing in reverence. "Naruto-sama," said the first kappa, while the second continued, "Shiguro-sama has called a meeting of the yokai leaders."
Naruto, who had been enjoying the attention, bowed slightly to them and replied with a smile, "Very well, lead me to the meeting location." For Naruto, this would be his second important meeting after the Kage Summit, and he hoped things wouldn't turn out like they did back then.
The two yokai nodded and led Naruto towards the largest building in the village. As they walked, Naruto observed his surroundings, noting the differences between this village and his own home. It was fascinating to see how yokai and humans coexisted and how the social structure seemed to function uniquely in this world.
Upon arriving at the building, which was imposing and clearly the center of political activity in the village, the kappa bade farewell to Naruto and joined some nearby water pools. Naruto gave them a final smile and a nod of thanks before entering the building.
Naruto entered the building with a mix of curiosity and anticipation. He was greeted by Shiguro, who offered him a warm smile. Next to Shiguro stood Yasaka, who couldn't hide an expression of annoyance upon seeing Naruto. Amused by Yasaka's reaction, Naruto responded with a friendly smile.
"Good morning, Naruto," greeted Shiguro with a kind and professional tone. "Good morning, Shiguro," Naruto replied, noticing Shiguro's slight sigh of frustration at Yasaka's attitude.
"Alright, Naruto, we need to head to the meeting. If you could follow me," Shiguro said, beginning to walk towards an adjacent room. Yasaka followed closely, casting one last disdainful glance at Naruto before entering the room.
As Naruto followed Shiguro, he observed his surroundings. The building was decorated with a mix of traditional styles and unique elements from this world, such as statues and paintings that Naruto did not recognize. Despite noticing these differences, the room they entered bore a striking resemblance to the hall where the Kage Summit was held in his world.
Naruto sat down near Yasaka, who looked at him with a mix of irritation and disdain. Despite Yasaka's clear attitude, Naruto chose not to let it affect him. He settled into his seat, maintaining a relaxed and open demeanor as he waited for the meeting to begin.
Naruto observed the leaders attentively as they began to fill the room, noting the variety and unique character of each one. The room was now complete, with a total of six people, including Naruto.
Yasaka, who had shown her disdain for Naruto from the beginning, was dressed in an elegant golden kimono that accentuated her regal presence. Beside her, Shiguro wore a long jacket that left his chest exposed, giving him a commanding yet relaxed appearance.
One of the leaders was an imposing samurai, covered from head to toe in full armor. The only visible features were his piercing, serious eyes and a long red nose. Additionally, he had a pair of gray wings protruding from his back, signaling his yokai nature.
Another leader caught Naruto's attention due to his small stature. He wore a ronin hat that added an air of mystery, and he had a turtle shell on his back. To Naruto, he seemed the most amusing of the group.
Finally, a tall woman with red hair and cat ears caught Naruto's attention. She wore a red ninja outfit, which surprised Naruto—he hadn't expected ninjas to exist in this world.
Shiguro, noticing that all the leaders were present and ready, raised his voice to capture everyone's attention. "Alright, let's begin the meeting," he announced, officially starting the session.
Shiguro was the first to break the silence, introducing Naruto to the other yokai leaders. "Alright, as you all know, this is Naruto, a new kind of yokai," he announced. The eyes of those present turned toward Naruto, each evaluating him in their own way.
Shiguro continued, "We will proceed with creating the legend and establishing a new clan." The room filled with a mix of reactions. The samurai appeared indifferent, the ninja woman remained serene, the small leader fidgeted nervously in his seat, while Yasaka looked at Naruto with discontent.
The ninja woman, who introduced herself as Shiara, the leader of the nekomatas, was the first to speak directly to Naruto. "So you're a new kind of yokai," she said with a smile, assessing him. "Do you have any useful abilities?" asked the samurai, Hendo, with an indifferent tone, eliciting an annoyed glance from Shiara.
Naruto responded with a confident smile. "More than one," he said, aware of the differences he had noticed between yokai and ninjas. Despite the yokai having more chakra, their skills were less developed compared to those in the ninja world. Naruto thought that if Kakashi had the amount of chakra that yokai possess, he would easily be one of the strongest ninjas in history.
Yasaka, still unsatisfied, snorted. "You haven't demonstrated any skills yet, aside from flaunting those tails of yours," she said with disdain.
Naruto, seizing the opportunity to retort, replied with a playful tone, "Well, I could show them to you, but I'd need a bed and it has to be nighttime." His comment earned him a murderous glare from Yasaka.
Shiguro, seeing that things were about to get out of hand, released his chakra, asserting his authority in the room. The power emanating from him was overwhelming, enough to silence and tense everyone present. Naruto couldn't help but have a small internal laugh, realizing that Shiguro was stronger than he had anticipated, comparable in power to a bijuu.
"Let's discuss where you will stay and the new legend," Shiguro asserted, regaining control of the meeting. He cleared his throat slightly before continuing.
Naruto, still maintaining his relaxed attitude, replied, "Where I stay? Meh, put me anywhere. And about my legend, I'll build it myself. After all, I'm the strongest." His declaration was met with scrutinizing looks from the other leaders.
Shiara smiled broadly, showing her approval. "Heh, I like you, kid. I'm Shiara, leader of the nekomatas. The old guy over there is Hendo, and the little one is Taizo," she said, introducing the other two leaders while relaxing a bit.
Shiguro, noticing that Naruto seemed to be losing interest, decided to redirect the conversation. "Alright, Naruto-san, didn't you want to present your proposal?" he asked, knowing it was important to keep the new yokai engaged and ensure the meeting progressed constructively.
Naruto let out a light laugh before shifting to a more serious expression. "It's not a proposal; it's a statement," he declared with arrogance, taking some delight in realizing that his presentation style was having the desired effect. It was a familiar feeling, reminiscent of Sasuke's days of arrogance.
"I'm going to unite the yokai faction and make it a powerhouse," Naruto asserted with a confident smile. His words caused a stir among the leaders present. Taizo, the kappa, raised an eyebrow and expressed his skepticism. "Unite the yokai faction? That's impossible. It's not something that can happen," he said, almost with an unshakable tone of certainty.
Hendo, the samurai, joined in the skepticism. "This time, I'm with the dwarf. Uniting the faction is something the daiyoukai tried before and failed. One died in the attempt, and the other two, who knows what they're doing now," he commented with a cynical tone. Yasaka visibly tensed at the mention of the daiyoukai, recalling the failure of their previous leader.
Hendo looked at Naruto with a mix of challenge and concern. "Even if you're strong, Tamamo's death proves that strength alone isn't enough," he concluded, with an air of resignation.
Naruto's response was immediate and full of confidence. "Heh... HAHAHAHA," he laughed, relishing the challenge. His expression shifted to a more intense one as he entered his Sage of the Six Paths mode, releasing his chakra. The room filled with palpable pressure as the Gudōdama appeared behind him, floating in their characteristic display of power.
"That strength alone isn't enough, huh? Then I'll demonstrate absolute power," Naruto declared. His chakra impacted everyone present, clearly showcasing the magnitude of his strength. The room filled with awe as the yokai leaders watched in surprise.
Shiguro, who had been observing the scene with a satisfied smile, thought to himself, "Just as I expected, he is the one who will change our faction."
With the room still resonating from his demonstration, Naruto looked at the present leaders with a confident gaze. "I need information on where the other yokai are," he said, with a mix of authority and expectation.
Shiara was the first to offer her help. "I'll assist you. I can search for the scattered yokai," she declared confidently, her posture relaxed but determined. Taizo, who seemed to have softened a bit after Shiara's intervention, nodded. "Alright, if we're going to attempt this, we'll do it right. I'll help as well. I have multiple contacts who could be useful," he said with a resigned sigh.
Hendo, for his part, remained in a neutral stance. He neither opposed the proposal nor committed to actively participating in the search. Yasaka, however, clearly refused to cooperate, her expression showing disdain and distrust toward the idea of collaborating with Naruto.
"Alright, Naruto-san, when we have the information on the scattered yokai, we'll inform you," said Shiguro, taking control of the meeting. "For now, focus on establishing your legend."
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Yasaka hurried through the temple's corridors, her face reflecting deep dissatisfaction. The discussion in the meeting had left her unsettled and frustrated, and she felt the need to speak with someone she trusted to express her concerns.
Upon arriving in front of a specific door, Yasaka stopped, took a deep breath, and then opened it with determination. Inside the room, she found Shiguro reclining on his bed. He looked notably paler than before and had several papers with inscriptions and a talisman on his chest, as if he were involved in some sort of ritual or protection.
Yasaka sighed again before looking at Shiguro. "Brother, we need to talk," she said.
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Hello, good morning, and thank you very much for your support; it really motivates me to continue with the story. The chapters will be at least 2000 words long.
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