The Fourth Raikage ultimately didn't dare commit the full might of Kumogakure to a war with Konoha. The next day, a Jonin leader, along with several others, arrived at the Konoha encampment to deliver a peace proposal on behalf of Kumogakure.
To be safe, Sarutobi Asuma left behind a Shadow Clone, and with Killer B, his main body returned to Konoha.
As for how the peace talks would proceed and the amount of ransom, a precedent had already been set, so Jiraiya and the others would naturally be in charge.
In the Hokage's office.
Namikaze Minato looked at Killer B and smiled, "Mr. Bee, I didn't expect we'd meet under these circumstances."
"This is all because of someone, Bakiiyagaru! Konomayagaru!"
Killer B said with a blank expression, but his peripheral vision under his sunglasses couldn't help but glance at Sarutobi Asuma, who was standing nearby.
He still felt lingering fear when he recalled his previous battle with Sarutobi Asuma.
"This guy is beyond normal."
Sarutobi Asuma watched with a smile, not minding Killer B's catchphrase. However, he had already decided that before Killer B was ransomed, he would make him work for him.
Namikaze Minato chuckled, "Looking at you, it's clear you've grasped that precious thing. Congratulations!"
"Perhaps the first perfect Jinchuriki in shinobi history!"
Huh?
Killer B's expression shifted slightly. He hadn't expected Namikaze Minato to see through him at a glance. He couldn't help but say, "As expected of the Fourth Hokage!"
"Killer B, for the time being, I'll trouble you to stay in Konoha."
Namikaze Minato said gently, "Konoha has a different style than Kumogakure, and there are many unique local snacks that I think you'll enjoy."
Killer B blinked in surprise. "You're not going to imprison me?"
I am a Jinchuriki!
Namikaze Minato smiled, "We trust you, Mr. Killer B!"
Killer B was stunned and couldn't help but be moved.
In his mindscape, the Eight-Tails Ox-Demon couldn't help but tap his head. "Idiot, he already knows you're a perfect Jinchuriki!"
"Besides, with that Sarutobi Asuma around, you can't escape, nor can you inflict any damage on Konoha!"
"With his abilities, it's likely he's the one who suppressed the Nine-Tails!"
Killer B cried out in pain, holding his head.
...
Exiting the Hokage building, Sarutobi Asuma suddenly grinned at Killer B. "Want to put on a concert?"
Huh?
Killer B froze for a moment, looking at Sarutobi Asuma strangely. "While that proposal is very tempting to me, don't think you can fool me, Bakiiyagaru! Konomayagaru!"
Sarutobi Asuma chuckled as they walked. "Fool you with what?"
"If I wanted to fool you, I could just use Genjutsu!"
Killer B, who had just started walking to catch up, changed expression because his body wouldn't move.
"Is this a immobilization jutsu..."
"But this kind of Genjutsu is useless against a Jinchuriki who can control a Tailed Beast, Bakiiyagaru! Konomayagaru!"
Killer B snorted inwardly. Just as he was about to call on the Eight-Tails to break the Genjutsu, he heard the Eight-Tails' voice in his ear: "Bee, this guy is far more terrifying than we imagined. His Genjutsu, it even immobilized me!"
"What?"
Killer B was shocked. He had never encountered anything like this before.
"See? Was I wrong?"
Sarutobi Asuma turned back and smiled, then released Killer B from the Genjutsu.
Killer B regained his freedom and followed behind Sarutobi Asuma, his expression a mix of surprise and uncertainty. "Eight, what exactly does this guy want to do?"
"Bakiiyagaru! Konomayagaru! He's definitely the most dangerous person I've ever met!"
"How did Konoha get such a freakish person, Bakiiyagaru! Konomayagaru!"
The Eight-Tails Ox-Demon was also a little scared. "This guy's strength is probably no less than the God of Shinobi, Senju Hashirama, and the Shura of the Shinobi World, Uchiha Madara, from back then!"
In front of Sarutobi Asuma, he, a Tailed Beast feared and dreaded by most shinobi, was easily suppressed.
He hadn't seen anyone like this in decades.
In the past, only the First Hokage, Senju Hashirama, and Uchiha Madara could do this.
As for the Third Raikage and the Fourth Raikage, they could suppress him and beat him down, but they had to use all their might. They were definitely not this casual.
"God of Shinobi and Shura of the Shinobi World..."
Killer B didn't expect the Eight-Tails to have such a high evaluation of Sarutobi Asuma.
"Speaking of which, I remember this guy is only about 15 years old, right?"
Killer B looked at Sarutobi Asuma's retreating, lazy back. "What a terrifying monster!"
"It seems any action here is meaningless. Since that's the case..."
The Eight-Tails said speechlessly, "So, you're planning to agree to let him hold a concert in Konoha?"
"Of course!"
Killer B grinned. "This is an excellent opportunity to showcase my rap artistry, to let the genius rapper from Kumogakure, Lord Killer B, conquer this wild land! Get it? Come on, yo!"
The Eight-Tails said emotionlessly, "Whether you can conquer this wild land is unknown, but if the Raikage finds out about this, I think he'll conquer you with his fists first!"
Just then, Sarutobi Asuma, who was ahead, turned around and asked, "Have you made up your mind?"
"This is a rare opportunity. As for the Fourth Raikage, you don't need to worry about him at all."
"He's not coming to Konoha anyway, is he?"
"Moreover, you are Killer B, the rap genius, destined to be famous throughout the ninja world."
"Even more so, holding a concert in Konoha is just the beginning. I believe many places in the Land of Fire will welcome you!"
These words immediately filled Killer B's mind with visions of himself being adored by thousands and showcasing his rap.
No way.
I have to do it!
Sarutobi Asuma smiled. "Let's go, I'll treat you to Ichiraku Ramen. If you come to Konoha and don't eat it, it's like you never visited this beautiful village!"
...
Hokage's Office.
Not long after Sarutobi Asuma and his group left, Uchiha Fugaku knocked and entered.
This was not an unannounced visit by Uchiha Fugaku; they had arranged it beforehand.
The conversation with Uchiha Fugaku should have started much earlier, but the series of chain reactions caused by the Nine-Tails incident had kept Namikaze Minato busy.
Now that victory was secured on all three battlefronts, he finally had the time.
"Patriarch Fugaku, Itachi is a remarkable child. The Third Hokage spoke very highly of him."
After Uchiha Fugaku sat down, Namikaze Minato said with a smile.
Mentioning his excellent eldest son, Uchiha Fugaku couldn't help but show a smile. "Thank you for the compliment, Fourth Hokage. Itachi still has much to work on."
Starting the conversation with the topic of children greatly improved the atmosphere.
After chatting for a while, Namikaze Minato finally got to the main point, saying, "Patriarch Fugaku, you should be aware of the incident where the Nine-Tails was released, right?"
"Yes."
Uchiha Fugaku nodded gravely and said in a deep voice, "The one who manipulated the Nine-Tails used the Sharingan's dōjutsu."
"However, to manipulate a being like the Nine-Tails, an ordinary Three Tomoe Sharingan wouldn't suffice. It would require the legendary Mangekyo Sharingan."
"But ever since Uchiha Madara's defection back then, no one in our Uchiha clan has awakened the Mangekyo Sharingan."
Namikaze Minato nodded and continued, "The masked man who unleashed the Nine-Tails during Kushina's childbirth that night knew the weaknesses of the Nine-Tails' seal very well."
"Furthermore, not only did he possess the Mangekyo Sharingan, but he also had a summoning contract with the Nine-Tails."
Uchiha Fugaku was shocked. "Could it be..."
Namikaze Minato nodded slightly, his expression grave. "Although I cannot be 100% certain, it is highly possible that the masked man is Uchiha Madara."
"Or perhaps a descendant of Uchiha Madara, or an Uchiha clan member cultivated by Uchiha Madara."
"Moreover, according to previous intelligence, a mysterious force had targeted Shisui, but Asuma discovered it and obtained some information indicating that Uchiha Madara is not dead."
Uchiha Fugaku was so shocked that he couldn't recover for a long time.
Someone who was believed to have died in the battle at the Valley of the End, someone who had become almost taboo within the Uchiha clan, was alive again?
Furthermore, this person not only targeted the Nine-Tails but had also previously targeted outstanding members of the Uchiha clan.
If it were Uchiha Madara, the most dangerous person would be the Uchiha clan itself, given what happened back then...
Also, only Mangekyo could counter Mangekyo.
If the Uchiha clan was truly being targeted, then...
Thinking this, a cold sweat broke out on Uchiha Fugaku's back.
Namikaze Minato stated, "Regardless of whether the mysterious person is Uchiha Madara or not, he possesses powerful abilities like the Mangekyo Sharingan."
"The village and the Uchiha clan will face new challenges, and this individual is indeed still lurking in the shadows."
"Therefore, we must prepare against Uchiha Madara's potential schemes."
"Such as dividing the Uchiha clan and the village!"
Uchiha Fugaku steadied his mind and replied, "Uchiha Madara targeting the Uchiha clan is likely for the Three Tomoe Sharingan, to be used as expendable material for the forbidden jutsu, Izanagi."
"Perhaps it's even to find someone capable of awakening the Mangekyo..."
Uchiha Fugaku paused, then looked at Namikaze Minato. "Fourth Hokage, what are your plans?"
"Eliminate the rift between the Uchiha and the village!"
"Guide the Uchiha down the correct path and obtain the Mangekyo Sharingan!"
Namikaze Minato had already prepared his response. "I will select excellent members of the Uchiha clan to serve in the Anbu. One spot has already been confirmed: Uchiha Shisui!"
"As for the Mangekyo, Asuma needs to work hard on it, and Clan Head Fugaku will also need to cooperate, because according to what Asuma said, it's very difficult for others to use the Mangekyo he cultivates freely."
Uchiha Fugaku immediately bowed his head slightly. "The Uchiha clan will cooperate with all our might!"
Namikaze Minato did not bring up the matter of reforming the Konoha Military Police Force. One must eat the meal bite by bite.
First, offer incentives.
Given the Uchiha's nature, they would likely become arrogant very quickly.
Once their arrogance reached a certain level, he would douse it with cold water. This way, the proud Uchiha could be gradually tamed.
Following that, Namikaze Minato and Uchiha Fugaku discussed unifying their statement.
Rumors had already begun circulating within Konoha over the past few days.
After all, the Nine-Tails' Sharingan eye symbol on that night was far too conspicuous.
Konoha still had many elders who had lived through the era of Senju Hashirama.
Therefore, a unified statement was necessary.
regardless of whether it was Uchiha Madara.
The one who controlled the Nine-Tails that night was the rogue ninja Uchiha Madara!
Konoha, and the Uchiha clan, must unite against a common enemy!
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