Naruto: The Ōtsutsuki Bloodline Development Manual

"Bastard!"

Under the moonlight, the Fourth Mizukage, Yagura Karatachi, now transformed into the Three-Tails, let out a deafening roar.

Hidden within the body of the Three-Tails, his expression twisted with shame and rage, emotions surging uncontrollably. He felt as though his teeth were about to shatter from clenching so hard!

Clearly, with the Genjutsu control being removed by Obito Uchiha himself, he had fully regained his consciousness.

During the time he was under the Genjutsu, he hadn't been entirely unaware. Even in a foggy state, he had been cognizant of many things.

Recalling how, as the Mizukage, he had been reduced to a puppet, watching helplessly as his beloved village was manipulated and destroyed, he was filled with an overwhelming killing intent.

"Stop it, all of you!"

However, he knew that the most important thing now was to stop the infighting within the village.

If this continued, the village would truly collapse!

Though, at this point, it was already on the verge of ruin...

The Fourth Mizukage's roar echoed through the skies, infused with the Chakra of a Tailed Beast, instantly causing an uproar throughout Kirigakure.

The loyalists were elated, while Minamoto's followers wore grim expressions.

After all, Yagura Karatachi was one of the rare Perfect Jinchūriki in the ninja world, able to fully utilize the power of the Three-Tails.

"This is bad..."

For a moment, all the "rebels" felt a chill in their hearts.

Though they had mentally prepared themselves, facing the mountain-like form of the Three-Tails still struck fear into their very core.

Even Kitagawa Minamoto and Mei Terumi were no exception, their gazes heavy as they looked at the towering figure before them.

"Master, something's not right."

At this moment, Ao suddenly rushed over.

"The Fourth Mizukage... there's no trace of Genjutsu control on him anymore!"

"Huh?"

Ao's words left both Minamoto and Mei Terumi stunned.

And just then, the Fourth Mizukage's voice rang out once more.

"Everyone, stop immediately!"

"Everything that happened tonight was orchestrated by someone with the intent of overthrowing Kirigakure!"

"As the Fourth Mizukage, I order you all to begin a search and elimination operation immediately. Our true enemies..."

"They are still within Kirigakure!"

...

In a forest within Kirigakure, a lone kunai was embedded in the ground.

Suddenly, with a ripple of Chakra, three figures appeared out of nowhere—it was Kitagawa Minamoto, Jiraiya, and Kakashi.

"It seems we're safe for now..."

Jiraiya scanned the surroundings and, seeing no immediate threats, finally exhaled in relief. But soon after, he couldn't help but curse under his breath.

"That damn guy, actually unleashing the Three-Tails... seriously..."

"Honestly, Jiraiya-sama, if you hadn't been so focused on breaking the Genjutsu, we might not have ended up in this mess."

Minamoto pursed his lips, glancing at the distant, mountain-like figure of the Three-Tails as he couldn't resist making a sarcastic remark.

"And now look at us—the Fourth Mizukage won't let any of us go. We're in big trouble."

"Hey, hey, hey, I had my reasons for doing that! If you don't understand, don't just spout nonsense, kid!"

Jiraiya widened his eyes, raising his voice defensively, though even he felt a bit weak in his argument.

The words the Fourth Mizukage had broadcast using the Three-Tails' Chakra had been crystal clear to them.

Jiraiya understood why the Mizukage had acted that way—after all, no one wanted their village's dirty laundry aired in public.

A shadow of a village being controlled like a puppet was a scandal with far-reaching implications.

For now, this matter had to be suppressed as much as possible...

"Kakashi, are you alright?"

Not wanting to bicker with Minamoto, Jiraiya turned to Kakashi with concern.

"That guy, you..."

"Don't worry, I'm fine."

Kakashi shook his head, speaking earnestly.

"I know what I need to do. Obito... is no longer the Obito we once knew. The hero that Obito was will always live on in my heart—and in my left eye."

"The ghost wandering this world is merely wearing Obito's face. He is no longer the boy who dreamed of becoming Hokage."

"Sigh, as long as you have that clarity..."

Hearing Kakashi's words, Jiraiya felt a mix of emotions, a tinge of guilt even.

Kakashi could maintain such clarity, yet Jiraiya himself seemed unable to reach that level...

"Minamoto, are you alright?"

Kakashi, seemingly unwilling to dwell further on the topic, turned to Minamoto with a hint of concern.

Though Minamoto appeared unscathed, Kakashi was well aware of the kind of opponent his student had faced.

"Don't worry, Kakashi-sensei, I'm fine."

Minamoto smiled faintly.

"This went better than expected. Though it was troublesome at first, Obito was somewhat restrained after I tricked him last time.

And with the Fourth Hokage's mark, he didn't dare make any reckless moves. Though I fear that mark won't be usable much longer."

"It doesn't matter. The fact that it proved effective is enough."

Jiraiya pursed his lips, a trace of regret flashing across his face at the thought of yet another legacy of Minato disappearing from the world.

But that mark had already proven so much, fulfilling its purpose entirely.

"Speaking of which, it's incredible that guy survived a Rasengan. Perhaps that's the power of Wood Release."

"We should leave this place. It's too dangerous here."

Kakashi sighed, then suggested.

"Minamoto, can you still hold out? I have some soldier pills from the Akimichi Clan. If you need..."

"Don't worry, I'm fine."

Minamoto shook his head, a smile spreading across his face.

His Chakra reserves were still abundant, and after this event, they would only grow larger!

To his surprise, the reward this time was the Chakra of the Three-Tails!

He had long coveted this power. Previously, he had considered targeting the Fourth Mizukage, but with Obito watching closely, he never had the chance.

Now, he didn't need to think about it anymore—the System had delivered it to him!

For someone like him, who relied on the Ōtsutsuki's tree-planting methods, this was invaluable...

Though he didn't dare use the Three-Tails' Chakra just yet, unsure of what might happen, he planned to experiment after returning.

Even without it, his own Chakra reserves were more than sufficient!

"But I still have an exclusive task. Why hasn't it been tallied yet?"

Curious, Minamoto wondered about this but decided not to dwell on it. He figured he'd find out after returning.

"Let's leave here first. The Fourth Mizukage has ordered a full-scale hunt, and we... hmm?"

Before Minamoto could finish, he suddenly furrowed his brows, turning his gaze.

Jiraiya and Kakashi also turned immediately, and not far off, space began to distort.

In the next moment, Obito Uchiha and Kisame Hoshigaki emerged from the spatial rift.

For a moment, the five of them locked eyes, the air growing deathly still.

"Obito..."

After a brief pause, Kakashi's gaze turned icy, while Obito snorted coldly.

"What, want to fight again?"

Obito felt his luck had truly run out. After escaping with Kisame to recover from his injuries, he had randomly chosen a spot to rest, only to run into them again.

He cursed inwardly but knew he couldn't show any weakness.

"I think we should leave it here for now."

Sensing the rising tension, Kisame quickly spoke up.

"Though we're enemies, don't forget that Kirigakure is still hunting us. Any grudges can be settled later."

"But wasn't the Fourth Mizukage under his control? Leaving you here wouldn't be a bad idea."

Minamoto raised an eyebrow, but Obito sneered dismissively.

"Go ahead, fight if you want. Do you really think they'll let you go? You're from Konoha. Do you think they'll allow you to report back?"

For a moment, silence fell again, the tension between the two sides palpable.

"Over there, check it out!"

"Be careful. The Mizukage said there are enemies in the village. Stay alert."

"Do you think...?"

"The Mizukage has already invited Master Minamoto for talks. Stop speculating."

As voices from Kirigakure's search teams grew closer, the tension dissipated.

Though they were powerful, none of them could withstand an entire village's pursuit.

"Forget it, we'll let you go this time."

Jiraiya sighed, speaking gravely.

"Konoha won't forget what you've done!"

"Hmph."

Obito snorted coldly, turning to leave with Kisame.

As Kirigakure's forces drew nearer, neither side wanted to be cornered.

But just as the two groups turned to leave...

Whoosh!

Minamoto suddenly vanished with the Flying Thunder God Technique, his White Fang short sword crackling with Purple Electricity as he slashed at Obito's head.

As if anticipating this, Obito activated Kamui just in time to evade, simultaneously completing a series of seals.

"Fire Release: Explosive Wind Dance!"

At the same moment, Kakashi and Jiraiya also finished their seals.

"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!"

"Fire Release: Great Flame Bullet!"

Kisame, too, reacted swiftly.

"Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique!"

In perfect synchrony, the five unleashed their attacks at the most opportune moment.

Boom!

The forest erupted with roaring flames, crackling electricity, and surging water techniques, filling the air with steam.

Amidst the mist, the five stared at each other in silence, the tension palpable.

And just then, Minamoto's System chimed in.

[Exclusive Side Quest for Kakashi Completed]

[The Disillusioned Obito, His Shattered Self]

[Reward Calculating...]

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