The world of Bai Ming.
The atmosphere was tense.
No one could have imagined that Uzumaki Kuroning (Black Naruto) would orchestrate everything so perfectly overnight. A photograph of Shimura Danzō secretly meeting with Uzumaki Mianma served as damning evidence, strategically left behind by Kuroning.
All that remained was to wait for Sunagakure's envoy to arrive and take Uzumaki Mianma into custody.
Mianma's plan was about to unfold.
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Konoha's Restlessness
While some rejoiced, others felt a creeping unease.
The ninjas uninvolved in the situation watched with bated breath, curious to see whether Kuroning's scheme would succeed and how Tsunade would handle this emerging crisis.
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The Next Morning – Hokage's Office
Tsunade looked frustrated, her anger barely contained.
"Luna," Tsunade called to her aide, "the village finally stabilized, and I managed to relax with some hot springs and sake. Now Sunagakure's blowing up with trouble? What is this about?"
Tsunade tossed the urgent letter onto Luna's desk, irritation etched across her face.
"A massive crater appeared in Sunagakure's desert?"
Luna frowned as she read the report carefully. "It doesn't look like it was caused by a natural collapse. Sunagakure has requested our help to investigate this."
Tsunade sighed and muttered, "The Sunagakure envoy is on their way to Konoha. This doesn't feel like a natural disaster—it might be worse than that."
"Could Akatsuki be involved?" she wondered aloud.
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Enter Temari
As Tsunade deliberated, a knock came at her office door.
"Come in," Tsunade said.
The door opened, revealing Temari of Sunagakure, her war fan strapped to her back.
"Tsunade-sama," Temari greeted with a bow.
"Temari," Tsunade acknowledged with a slight smile. She was no stranger to Gaara's older sister.
Temari explained the events in Sunagakure: the crater, the suspicion of sabotage, and the political unrest caused by those opposing Gaara's potential promotion to Kazekage.
Tsunade listened intently. "So, you're saying someone deliberately caused the destruction to destabilize Sunagakure's leadership?"
Temari nodded. "Yes, and we suspect internal forces might be behind this. That's why I've come to request Uzumaki Naruto's assistance."
"Naruto?" Tsunade raised an eyebrow, startled.
"His strength is unmatched, and his presence might deter any further sabotage," Temari explained.
After some thought, Tsunade agreed. "Fine. I'll send Naruto, along with Yūhi Kurenai and Uzuki Yūgao, to support you. This situation affects more than just your village."
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Kuroning's Deception
Unbeknownst to everyone, the Uzumaki Naruto accompanying Temari and the others wasn't the real Naruto—it was a Wood Clone created by Uzumaki Kuroning.
Kuroning decided to stay in Konoha to oversee the next phase of his plan.
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Nightfall in Konoha
Konoha was alive with energy, its streets filled with celebration. The villagers were finally enjoying peace after the turmoil of the past year.
Tsunade, slightly drunk, exited a tavern with Luna by her side.
But their cheerful mood was interrupted by Luna's worried voice.
"Tsunade-sama, look at the sky…"
Tsunade glanced up and saw two bright, intertwined lights.
"What the—" she muttered, her senses sharpening as the lights grew brighter.
Suddenly, an explosion erupted from Konoha's back mountain, shaking the ground. The blinding white light left the villagers in shock.
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Panic Spreads
The explosion in the back mountain sent a wave of fear through Konoha.
"Was that a Tailed Beast Bomb?" a villager shouted.
Tsunade's face darkened. "Luna, send a team to investigate the back mountain immediately!"
But before Luna could respond, another villager pointed to the sky.
"There's another light! It's falling toward the village!"
This time, the light was accompanied by two circular energy spheres, which radiated an ominous glow.
"It's not just light," someone gasped. "There's a figure carrying those chakra orbs!"
Tsunade's heart sank. "Luna, organize an evacuation of the villagers. I'm heading to the central square now."
Her mind raced as she ran. "This explosion… Is it connected to what happened in Sunagakure? If so, someone is targeting the Five Great Nations."
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Confrontation in the Square
In the central square of Konoha, a figure descended, holding two massive chakra orbs glowing with deadly energy.
The villagers froze in fear, unsure of what would happen next.
Tsunade arrived, fists clenched. "Who are you, and what do you want?"
The figure smirked beneath their mask. "I'm here to test Konoha's resolve."
Tsunade narrowed her eyes. "Do you think we'll let you destroy our village?"
The masked figure laughed. "Your resolve isn't the only thing I'm testing. Let's see if your leadership is as strong as your fists, Hokage."
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Chaos Ensues
The masked figure launched one of the chakra orbs into the air, where it detonated, sending shockwaves rippling through the village.
Tsunade immediately leapt into action, rallying her forces to protect the villagers and prevent further destruction.
Meanwhile, Kuroning watched from the shadows, satisfied that his plan was unfolding perfectly.
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Temari's Dilemma
In the Land of Wind, Temari grew increasingly uneasy. She couldn't shake the feeling that Kuroning's plan was far more intricate than she realized.
"Why did he insist on Naruto staying for three days?" she wondered. "What's his real objective?"
Unbeknownst to her, Kuroning's true goal was to destabilize the alliance between Konoha and Sunagakure, forcing both villages into chaos while he pursued his ultimate ambition.
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Tsunade's Realization
Back in Konoha, Tsunade faced the masked figure head-on, her mind racing.
"The explosion… The chakra orbs… It's all connected," she thought. "This isn't just about Konoha. Someone is trying to send a message to the entire shinobi world."
As the figure prepared to unleash another attack, Tsunade clenched her fists.
"Whoever you are, you picked the wrong village to mess with."
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