My Sign-in System in Naruto

After expressing his thoughts to Mifune, Haru turned around and walked toward Fu, who was sitting in the ruins.

Mifune stood frozen in place, unable to process what had just happened.

Whether it was strength, presence, or way of thinking, Haru was undoubtedly one of the most exceptional shinobi Mifune had ever encountered.

Given his age, Mifune even felt that Haru was a rare genius.

If he were allowed to continue growing, he would undoubtedly leave his mark on the history of the shinobi world.

In fact, Mifune suspected that Hiruzen had allowed Haru to take the lead in this meeting as part of his efforts to nurture him.

"Are you planning to groom him as the next Hokage?"

Mifune couldn't help but ask as he watched Haru's retreating figure.

Although Hiruzen was known as the "Shinobi God" he was getting older and would eventually have to step down from the position of Hokage.

In Mifune's eyes, Haru was Hiruzen's successor.

"Perhaps."

Hiruzen's gaze was focused as he also watched Haru's retreating figure.

Perhaps having Haru become the Fifth Hokage wasn't a bad idea.

"Fu."

Haru ignored Hiruzen and Mifune, walking straight up to Fu.

Although Fu's attempt to assassinate the Fourth Raikage had been unexpected, the outcome wasn't entirely bad.

Moreover, aside from being kicked by Hiruzen, Fu hadn't suffered any other injuries.

"Haru…"

Fu's breathing quickened involuntarily. He looked up at Haru's face, his emotions clear.

He had been the one to assassinate the Raikage, sabotage the meeting, and he was also a member of Danzō's Root organization.

It was possible that Haru was planning to use him to deal with Danzō.

"I won't let you succeed. Assassinating the Fourth Raikage was my own decision. It had nothing to do with Lord Danzō."

Fu took a deep breath and decisively pulled a sharp kunai from his ninja pouch, aiming it at his own heart.

Boom!

A loud noise rang out as the kunai in Fu's hand was knocked away.

At the same time, the base of his thumb split open, and a trickle of blood seeped out.

"Danzō is dead."

Haru looked at Fu and spoke softly. "It happened a couple of days ago."

"What?!"

Fu's eyes widened in shock, and a surge of energy seemed to burst from his body as he stood up abruptly.

He stared into Haru's eyes, unable to believe what he had just heard.

A couple of days ago was when they had left Konoha.

"It was my Wood Clone and Itachi Uchiha who killed Danzō together."

Haru looked at the stunned Fu, his voice low. "And now, I will be taking over Root. If you can't accept this fact, you are free to leave Root."

"However, I hope you understand that before you are a Root shinobi, you are first and foremost a shinobi of Konoha."

After saying this, Haru turned his gaze to Yugito and used Wood Release to grow vine-like tendrils from the ground, wrapping them around her body.

In addition to restricting her movements, these vines also had sealing properties, preventing her from entering her tailed beast form.

"If you want to return to the village with us, carry her."

Haru didn't wait for Fu's response and simply walked back to Hiruzen's side.

Fu looked at the unconscious Yugito, his emotions in turmoil.

But in the end, he wasn't like the average Root member.

He was from the Yamanaka clan and hadn't been subjected to Danzō's brainwashing from a young age.

He had a name, emotions, a past, and a future…

He was both Root and a shinobi of Konoha.

If he didn't choose to return, where else could he go?

However, he had never imagined that Danzō, who had always been decisive and resourceful, would die at the hands of Haru's Wood Clone and Itachi Uchiha.

And not even Haru's real body.

"Wait…"

"Haru is taking over Root?"

It was only then that Fu suddenly realized the other piece of information Haru had mentioned.

In other words, if he stayed in Root, he would now be Haru's subordinate?

This…

How was this possible?

Not long ago, Haru had been an unknown child from the Senju clan.

He hadn't even been admitted to the ninja academy.

"Fu."

Seeing Fu still frozen in place, Hiruzen finally spoke, calling his name.

Given how things had developed, Hiruzen had no intention of holding Fu accountable for his actions.

After all, even Danzō, who had orchestrated all of this, was dead.

This was for the best.

"Yes…"

"Lord Hokage…"

Although the series of revelations had dealt a heavy blow to Fu, as a shinobi, he quickly accepted the situation and forced himself to move, picking up the unconscious Yugito and carrying her on his back.

"Are you planning to take Yugito back to Konoha?"

Mifune frowned at the sight.

After all, Yugito was Kumogakure's perfect Jinchūriki.

He had thought Hiruzen would decide to leave her here, allowing Mifune to return her to Kumogakure.

"If you take Yugito with you, there will truly be no room for reconciliation between Konoha and Kumogakure." Mifune hesitated but still emphasized this point.

Even though Haru was prepared for war, Mifune hoped that Hiruzen wouldn't be completely swayed by Haru's ideas.

"The ones who need room for reconciliation have never been us."

Haru interjected, maintaining his firm stance. "Moreover, Kumogakure doesn't value Yugito. Even if we send her back, she'll eventually die at the hands of someone else."

"Huh? What do you mean by that?" Mifune was taken aback.

He had expected Haru to refute him, but not in this way.

How could Kumogakure not value their own Jinchūriki?

"Exactly what I said." Haru responded without hesitation.

When Killer Bee, the Eight-Tails Jinchūriki, was taken by the Akatsuki, A had been furious.

The entire Kumogakure had nearly mobilized to fight Sasuke.

But what had Kumogakure done for Yugito?

Besides, rather than letting Yugito fall into the hands of Kakuzu and Hidan, it was better for Haru to make good use of her.

"Lord Hokage, we should go." Haru paused before continuing. "I think there's a lot waiting for us to handle back in Konoha."

"Right." Hiruzen nodded, realizing that Haru was referring to the Uchiha clan's planned coup.

"We should head back, Mifune."

Hiruzen turned and bid farewell to Mifune.

Meanwhile, a familiar voice echoed in Haru's ears.

Host, please proceed to Naka Shrine for check-in. Successful check-in will grant you a reward!