Naruto: I'm Nine-Tails and My Host is Kushina

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The Shadow Clone Technique, known for its ability to create multiple clones, was a powerful technique in the ninja world. But what if there was more to it?

What if the user could not just create shadow clones but also use the power of the Nine-Tails? Kushina Uzumaki's recent actions had caught the attention of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Kushina had been learning how to master the chakra within her, and the Third Hokage had begun to believe that she was, indeed, tapping into the power of the Nine-Tails, even if only a small portion of it.

This was no small feat, especially considering that the Nine-Tails was the most powerful of the Tailed Beasts, a creature whose strength had caused massive destruction in the past.

Despite her being the current Jinchūriki, the Third Hokage understood that she wasn't yet fully in control of the beast's immense power.

Even so, he couldn't deny that the Uzumaki clan's lineage gave Kushina an unparalleled potential.

He, along with others in Konoha, had witnessed the power of the Uzumaki clan firsthand in the past—how their seals, their chakra control, and their stamina were far beyond what most other ninja clans could achieve.

Hiruzen reflected on the past, remembering the Uzumaki clan's glorious history. It had been so powerful that even the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, the "God of Shinobi," had chosen to ally with them and marry into their clan.

But after Hashirama's passing, the tides had turned. Other nations and ninja villages formed an alliance to destroy the once-great Uzushiogakure, and with it, the formidable power of the Uzumaki.

It wasn't just any ninja village. Uzushiogakure was a country built on the power of seals, and the fall of such a country had left scars on the hearts of those who had witnessed it.

For Hiruzen, the rise of a new Uzumaki Jinchūriki, one as powerful as Kushina, was not only a personal victory but also a chance for Konoha to reclaim some of the might lost in the wake of Uzushiogakure's fall.

His mind began to race, envisioning what might be possible if Kushina could gain full control of the Nine-Tails.

She could surpass even Mito Uzumaki, the previous Jinchūriki, and become the perfect vessel.

Hiruzen couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the thought of it. The perfect Jinchūriki had never been achieved in the history of the ninja world, but if anyone could do it, Kushina had the potential.

A perfect Jinchūriki would be a historic milestone for Konoha, marking an era of unprecedented power and influence.

If Kushina could master the Nine-Tails, Konoha would stand as the most powerful village in all of the five great countries.

Other villages would look up to Konoha, and its authority would be unquestioned.

Hiruzen exhaled a cloud of smoke from his pipe as he allowed these thoughts to settle in his mind.

With a sigh, he muttered to himself, "We must make sure Kushina feels a deep connection to Konoha, that she sees the village as her true home.

She must remain loyal, for her strength will be Konoha's greatest asset."

Kushina's emotional well-being was important, Hiruzen thought. She had been through a lot, being the Jinchūriki of the Nine-Tails.

But he was confident that with time, she would grow into her role, her powers only becoming more refined as she learned to understand them.

He had seen the potential for loyalty to the village, something that would make her a true asset.

In the end, all the children of Konoha must be nurtured to understand their duty to the village—something Hiruzen had always emphasized. After all, it was through loyalty that the village could grow stronger.

His methods of "guiding" the younger generation, what some would call "brainwashing," were effective.

He had used this approach with many of Konoha's top ninja.

He had no doubt that it would work on Kushina as well.

As Hiruzen's thoughts drifted, the door to his office opened, and his old friend, Danzo Shimura, hobbled in, leaning on his cane.

"Third Hokage," Danzo began, his voice low and serious, "I believe we should keep a close eye on the Nine-Tails Jinchūriki. If anything unexpected were to happen, the village could be in danger."

Hiruzen's expression hardened as he looked up at his old friend. "Hmph, Danzo," he said coldly. "You should be more concerned with your roots. If something were to happen to Kushina, as Hokage, I would bear the responsibility. But let me remind you, did you not give the order when Mito-sama was still alive? You know as well as I do what happened then."

Hiruzen's words carried weight. In Konoha, the Hokage held absolute power, and while Danzo was influential, he was merely an advisor.

There was a clear divide between the two men—Hiruzen, the beloved leader of Konoha, and Danzo, the shadowy figure who ran the secretive Root organization.

Danzo's expression flickered, but he didn't press further. He knew that Hiruzen was not an easy man to sway.

Besides, his real agenda was not to convince Hiruzen to take action—it was to gather information.

Danzo's thoughts wandered to his own plans. He had been investigating ways to control the Nine-Tails, seeing it as the ultimate weapon.

There were two powers he believed could control the Nine-Tails: the Sharingan of the Uchiha clan and the Wood Style of the First Hokage.

The Sharingan had once been used by Uchiha Madara to control the Nine-Tails during the battle against Hashirama, and the Wood Style of Hashirama was capable of suppressing the Nine-Tails.

The thought of possessing such power filled Danzo with ambition, but he knew it would not be easy.

The Uchiha clan had long been weakened, and with only a few of them having awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, it was becoming increasingly difficult to obtain the power he sought.

But Danzo was patient. He had already begun to study the cells of Hashirama, and though they were difficult to replicate, he knew he was getting closer.

"I'll leave you to your work, Hiruzen," Danzo said finally, his voice colder than before. "But remember, you will regret this in the end."

With that, Danzo turned and left, his steps echoing in the hallway. Hiruzen was left alone, thinking deeply about the future of Konoha and the growing power of his village.

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Meanwhile, Kushina was in high spirits. After a victory at school, having defeated the genius Minato Namikaze, she felt more confident than ever.

The teasing about her red hair had stopped, and for the first time, she didn't feel like an outcast.

But beyond the surface, Kushina had been wrestling with her true self—her identity as the Nine-Tails' Jinchūriki. It was a burden she carried with pride, but it was also a constant reminder of the power within her.

She had started to make peace with the beast inside her, even developing a strange bond with it.

Later that night, Kushina visited the sealed space where the Nine-Tails resided. She had become more comfortable there over the past few weeks.

As usual, she saw the massive form of the Nine-Tails lounging, its eyes half-closed but aware of her presence.

"Big Fox," she said with a smile. "Thanks for your help today."

The Nine-Tails, Kurama, gave a low growl, acknowledging her words.

Despite their complicated history, Kushina felt a strange kinship with the beast.

"I know you're not a bad person," she continued. "Maybe you're just misunderstood."

Kushina's determination shone through as she made a decision. She would stop running from her power and face it head-on. She was ready to take control, to not be defined by fear but by strength.

"I'll break the seal," she said firmly. "I won't be afraid anymore."

And so, Kushina vowed to embrace her role, not just as a Jinchūriki but as someone capable of great power and even greater resolve.

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