Hokage : My Nine tails are getting more and more

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Originally, the arrogant attitude of the Cloud Shinobi didn't just anger Hiashi; it incensed the other members of the Hyuga clan who had captured the Cloud Shinobi as well. Their faces were filled with fury. But before anyone could act, something unexpected occurred.

A torii gate suddenly descended from the sky, enveloping the Cloud Shinobi. His expression changed instantly, his body weighed down by a crushing pressure. His chakra froze, and all his strength seemed to drain away. Immobilized, he could only breathe and move his eyes, making suicide impossible.

The Hyuga clan members were left stunned, their gaze shifting to Naruto in disbelief.

Lowering the hand he'd used to form the seal, Naruto said calmly, "It's just to prevent suicide."

Hiashi stood up abruptly, shocked by what he had witnessed.

"This... this is Wood Style!?" he exclaimed, his voice thick with astonishment.

The technique bore a striking resemblance to the legendary Wood Style, but Hiashi quickly shook his head in disbelief. "No, this isn't Chakra Nature Transformation. It just resembles the Wood Style's sealing technique."

Even so, the clan leader couldn't help but feel deeply impressed by Naruto's abilities. Despite his young age, Naruto had executed a powerful sealing jutsu with just a single-hand seal, demonstrating a level of mastery far beyond his years. At that moment, Hiashi realized that the rigid traditions of his clan might not be so important anymore. Naruto's potential was undeniable, and if he continued on this path, his future would surely be nothing short of brilliant.

Hiashi's gaze softened as he looked at Naruto, a sense of admiration and approval beginning to form. Naruto wasn't just a prodigy—he had already surpassed expectations. In fact, at Naruto's age, even Namikaze Minato hadn't reached this level of skill.

Hiashi nodded warmly at Naruto before addressing his clan members. "Calm down, everyone. This is part of a conspiracy from Cloud Shinobi Village."

His tone, typically sharp and commanding, now held an unusual gentleness, a reflection of his improved mood. One of the Hyuga members immediately stepped forward to relay Hiashi's next order—to summon someone from the Yamanaka clan.

The Yamanaka clan had secret techniques for reading memories, and they could extract information from the Cloud Shinobi's mind. If their actions were exposed, even the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, would have no choice but to act against Cloud Shinobi Village. If Sarutobi tried to sweep the issue under the rug, it would tarnish his reputation and undermine his authority in the village, especially with many waiting to challenge his leadership.

But just as the Hyuga member moved to carry out the order, a group entered the room—led by none other than Sarutobi Hiruzen himself.

"There's no need," Sarutobi Hiruzen said firmly, stopping the Hyuga clan members in their tracks.

Hiashi turned his gaze towards the Hokage. Sarutobi Hiruzen's sudden appearance cast a heavy silence over the room. The Hyuga members hesitated, unsure whether to follow the Hokage's directive or their clan leader's. Seeing their discomfort, Hiashi gestured for them to step back, allowing them to avoid the awkward position.

Hiashi turned to Sarutobi Hiruzen and said pointedly, "Are you planning to handle this the same way you did last time?"

The word 'handle' was a deliberate reminder, a veiled reference to a painful incident a few years ago when the Hyuga clan had been left to resolve a similar issue on their own—resulting in the death of Hiashi's brother, Hizashi.

Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed, his eyes heavy with the burden of leadership. "Hiashi, you know the village can't afford to provoke a war right now."

Hiashi's heart sank. He knew what Sarutobi's words meant—that, once again, the Hyuga clan would be left to bear the consequences of this incident. But this time, Hiashi didn't have a brother to sacrifice. If things went the same way, he'd be the one to lose his life.

Sarutobi Hiruzen was no longer the bold and decisive leader he had once been. Age had made him cautious—too cautious, in Hiashi's view.

"This is for the peace of Konoha," Sarutobi Hiruzen continued, trying to appeal to Hiashi's sense of duty. "We can settle this matter through negotiation."

Hiashi remained silent, stepping aside to allow Sarutobi Hiruzen into the room. He had nothing more to say for now, but his heart was filled with frustration.

Inside the room, Naruto sat quietly, observing the exchange. When Sarutobi Hiruzen entered, he showed no surprise. Anbu had already reported the fight between Naruto and the Cloud Shinobi, and it wasn't hard to deduce that Naruto would have taken Hinata to the Hyuga clan afterward.

After Hiashi closed the door behind them, he turned to Hinata. "Hinata, go rest now," he said gently, dismissing her from the room.

Naruto nodded at her as well, signaling that it was okay for her to leave. Hinata hesitated but eventually complied, casting a final glance at Naruto before departing.

Now, with the room cleared, only Hiashi, Sarutobi Hiruzen, and Naruto remained.

Outside, in the courtyard, Anbu and Hyuga clan members stood watch over the captured Cloud Shinobi, ensuring that he remained under control. Inside, the tension between the three figures in the room was palpable.

Sarutobi Hiruzen turned to Naruto, offering him a kind smile. "Naruto, this is a complicated issue. Why don't you let us handle it? You should go rest."

Naruto smiled back, but his mind was already made up. After everything that had happened, especially the way Hiashi had warmed up to him, Naruto wasn't about to walk away. This was more than just a political situation—it was personal. Hinata's safety and well-being were involved, and Naruto intended to stand by her.

Shaking his head, Naruto replied calmly, "Hokage-sama, this matter concerns the people I care about. I want to hear your opinion."

Sarutobi Hiruzen paused, taken aback by Naruto's maturity. The boy's calm demeanor and determination were far beyond his years, and the Hokage couldn't help but wonder if someone had been secretly guiding him. Perhaps it was the lingering influence of the Fourth Hokage, or even the Nine-Tails within Naruto. Either way, Naruto wasn't the naive child he once was.

Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed again, returning his focus to the issue at hand. "The Hyuga clan can offer some resources as compensation to Cloud Shinobi Village. The village will cover the cost," he said to Hiashi, offering a compromise.

Hiashi's face hardened. He wasn't satisfied with Sarutobi Hiruzen's decision. This was the same weak response the village had given years ago, the one that had cost his brother's life. But before he could voice his objections, Naruto spoke up, addressing Sarutobi Hiruzen directly.

"Hokage-sama, you don't want people to find out that you've been letting your personal feelings toward an old friend smear the reputation of the Fourth Hokage's son, do you?"

Hiashi's eyes widened in shock. Was Naruto really threatening the Hokage? Direct confrontation, skipping all pleasantries or negotiations? This boldness was beyond anything Hiashi had expected.

Sarutobi Hiruzen's expression remained composed. "Naruto, my personal reputation is irrelevant. What matters now is how we steer Konoha through this crisis."

Konoha was vulnerable, weakened by the loss of the Fourth Hokage, the Nine-Tails attack, and internal strife. The village had lost many elite ninjas, and even the mighty Sannin were no longer around. Hatake Sakumo had died by suicide, the Uchiha clan had been annihilated, and Danzo still lurked in the shadows. Konoha's military strength was at its lowest since its founding.

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