hotmtlnovel Chapter 181 Eight Trigrams, Nine Tails
Chapter 181 Eight Trigrams, Nine Tails
Chapter 172 Eight Trigrams, Nine-Tailed Fox
When Hoshino Senju and Tsunade left the Third Hokage's house and returned to the Senju residence, it was already 10 p.m.
A casual chat over the night improved his impression of Hiruzen Sarutobi somewhat.
Ultimately, this Third Hokage took office during a time of crisis for Konoha.
Faced with internal and external troubles and insufficient strength and prestige, he had to delegate power and rely on his companions and the support of their families to lead Konoha to where it is today.
So far, his performance as Hokage has been satisfactory.
However, due to his attachment to old friendships, or rather, his path dependence—even though he already possessed sufficient strength and prestige—he failed to promptly restrict Shimura Danzo's power and thwart his ambitions, allowing this "Darkness of the Ninja World" to continue to loom over Konoha, which subsequently triggered numerous backlashes.
Hoshino Senju and Tsunade listened to Hiruzen Sarutobi's many "advice" until Tsunade clearly showed her impatience, and the nighttime conversation finally ended.
The next morning.
The two woke up normally and had breakfast with Minato and Kushina.
"Tsunade-neechan, did you have fun at the Third Hokage's house last night?" Kushina asked curiously.
"Hmph, I was bored to death by that old man's nagging all night." Tsunade curled her lip.
Minato is not as politically asept as Kushina.
He sensed something from recent clues—the Third Hokage intended to groom Tsunade as the successor to the Fourth Hokage.
He aspired to become Hokage, but never considered vying for the Fourth Hokage position; his goal was to become the Fifth Hokage. He strongly supported Tsunade becoming the Fourth Hokage.
After a moment's thought, Xingyuan Qianshuo said, "Minato, Kushina, Tsunade and I are planning to take the students on a trip in a couple of days. The return date is uncertain."
"That's great! I really want to go out and play too," Kushina said with envy.
"Jinchūriki don't have to stay in the village forever. Jinchūriki from other ninja villages can go out and even participate in battles. You can do that in the future too," Hoshigen Chisaku said with a smile.
Minato hesitated for a moment, then took Kushina's hand and said calmly, "Chisaku, Kushina and I have learned the Eight Trigrams Sealing Technique and have decided to accept your proposal to change the sealing formula."
"Oh, is that so?" Hoshino Senju said. "Then let's go ask the Third Hokage for instructions in a bit."
He didn't intend to urge them, but he wanted to try it as soon as possible to see if he could get the system reward.
He didn't discuss this matter at the Third Hokage's house last night because the decision still needed to be made by Kushina, the person involved, and Minato.
"Okay," Minato replied calmly.
Soon, after finishing breakfast, Hoshino Senju, Minato, and Kushina's shadow clone headed to the Hokage Building.
Tsunade had no desire to see her teacher again, so she went to Konoha Hospital first.
On the way, Xingyuan Qianshuo mentioned to Minato that he had mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique and thanked him for providing the scroll of training records.
Hokage Room.
Hiruzen Sarutobi felt refreshed and arrived at work on time.
Before starting his work, he leisurely smoked a cigarette.
Upon seeing Xingyuan Qianshuo and the other two arrive, he was slightly surprised and asked gently, "Minato, Qianshuo, Kushina, is something the matter?"
Hoshino Senju, as the proposer, pondered for a moment before speaking: "Third Hokage, I have developed an even more advanced Eight Trigrams Seal based on the Four Symbols Seal. This technique is very suitable for use on Kushina as a method to seal the Nine-Tails."
"Kushina is getting along well with Kurama now, so we would like to ask you to replace the current tail-locking seal with the Eight Trigrams Seal. This would not only reduce the burden on Kushina in maintaining the seal, but also improve Kurama's situation, enhance mutual understanding, and make it easier to borrow Kurama's chakra in the future."
After listening, Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned, glanced at the three of them, and finally fixed his gaze on Kushina.
He knew that even the shadow clones of a Jinchūriki could use the Nine-Tails sealed within them to detect the outside world, so there were some things that were not suitable to say.
However, it was clear that the three of them had discussed it beforehand and came to ask for instructions together, so he had to take it seriously—especially since they and Tsunade were all skilled in sealing techniques and naturally knew how to act.
This was a matter of great importance. After a moment's thought, he asked in a deep voice, "Did you bring the Bagua seal?"
Xingyuan Qianshuo stepped forward and handed over the Bagua seal scroll.
Hiruzen Sarutobi unfolded the book and began to read it carefully.
He is proficient in almost all of Konoha's ninjutsu, and naturally also knows the Uzumaki clan's sealing techniques, including the Four Symbols Sealing Technique and the S-rank Reaper Death Seal.
"Two Four Symbols Seals cleverly superimposed? More tight, more solid, and more durable." Hiruzen Sarutobi was secretly shocked. "It can convert the leaked Tailed Beast chakra into its own chakra, and it can also set the sealing key."
After a quick glance, he looked up at Xingyuan Qianshuo and smiled, "Qianshuo, I didn't expect you to be so talented in sealing techniques."
"It's all thanks to the village and the Uzumaki clan's profound knowledge of sealing techniques. Kushina, Minato, and Tsunade all taught me diligently," Hoshigen Chisaku replied gently.
"Yes, it's commendable that you can guide and learn from each other and grow continuously." Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at the three of them with kind eyes.
He paused for a moment, then asked, "Minato, Kushina, have you both learned this sealing technique? Have you also decided to make the replacement?"
"Yes, Third Hokage, Kushina and I also think this sealing technique is more suitable," Minato replied calmly.
"Third Hokage, don't worry! The Nine-Tails is actually quite easy to get along with. In the past, tailed beasts were regarded as symbols of disaster, and after being sealed away, they naturally harbored hatred towards ninjas."
Kushina's shadow clone cheerfully declared, "But we still need to understand each other with the Tailed Beasts. Maybe one day, Kurama will lend me its power, and then I'll be the first 'Perfect Jinchuriki' in the ninja world!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi, defeated by Kushina's optimism and carefree attitude, smiled helplessly and asked, "The perfect Jinchuriki?"
"This is a theory proposed by Chisaku, which is that the Jinchuriki and the Tailed Beast are connected by their hearts, understand each other, recognize each other, and fight together," Kushina explained.
Hiruzen Sarutobi's mindset was still stuck in the past, and when he first heard this claim, he thought it was a bit of a fantasy.
He held a pipe in his mouth and pondered for a while.
This plan is highly feasible, though it carries some risk, but it is within a controllable range.
Furthermore, if Kushina could borrow the Nine-Tails' chakra sooner, Konoha's weakness in Jinchuriki would be immediately compensated for, and might even become an advantage.
He just thought that if his three old partners found out, they would definitely object fiercely.
After some contemplation, he made a decision and solemnly said, "In the end, Konoha still depends on you young people for support and protection."
"I'll leave this matter to Tsunade. The three of you following Tsunade's instructions is also a test for her and for you."
"Yes, Third Generation." The three accepted the order.
Xingyuan Qianshuo never expected that Tsunade, who was unwilling to come, would be assigned this task.
He could imagine Tsunade's complaining expression afterwards.
"Okay, you guys go back and prepare." Hiruzen Sarutobi instructed. "Shinnosuke, take my warrant and have the ANBU ninjas protecting Kushina coordinate with the sealing squad."
"Yes, Father." Shinnosuke appeared, removed his ape-face mask, and bowed to accept the order.
Soon, the three of them, along with Shinnosuke, left the Hokage Building with the Third Hokage's warrant.
Hoshino went to the hospital to inform Tsunade, Minato and Kushina returned to the Senju residence, and Shinnosuke was responsible for informing the Konoha Sealing Team.
Konoha Hospital.
Upon hearing Hoshino Senju's relay of the Third Hokage's orders, Tsunade's eyebrows shot up, and she complained, "So the three of you went to ask for instructions, leaving me to take the blame?"
"Haha, who told you to be the future Fourth Hokage? The Third Hokage is just letting you experience the pressure on the Hokage's shoulders in advance," Hoshino Senju laughed.
Tsunade curled her lip and didn't argue. She just disliked trouble, but she wasn't afraid of trouble.
Changing the sealing technique on Kushina was Chisaku's suggestion, and she agreed to it.
If we reach an understanding with Kurama sooner, we can try to borrow Kurama's chakra sooner to enhance Konoha's strength.
After thinking for a moment, she asked, "When do you plan to do it?"
"There's no need to prepare for this for too long. The sealing team's barrier has always been there and can be used directly. We plan to proceed this afternoon," Xingyuan Qianshuo responded.
"Who will be responsible for casting the Eight Trigrams Seal?"
"I am currently most proficient in the Eight Trigrams Sealing Technique. After discussing with Minato and Kushina, I will perform the technique. The sealing key will then be kept by Minato."
To ensure a smoother and more successful operation, he planned to spend 5,000 reputation points to exchange for a perfect scroll and upgrade his Bagua Seal Proficiency to the perfect level.
"Is that so?" Tsunade pondered for a moment, then smiled and said, "As the person in charge, I'm responsible for trusting you."
"Don't worry. The interval between exchanging sealing techniques is very short. Even if the Nine-Tails doesn't cooperate, I can seal it in time," Xingyuan Qianshuo said gently. "At worst, I can use Wood Release to control the Nine-Tails and seal it again."
"Hmm." Tsunade nodded calmly upon hearing this.
After their conversation, the two informed Dean Biwako of their presence and left Konoha Hospital to prepare for the replacement of the sealing technique.
In fact, Xingyuan Qianshuo believed that the Nine-Tails would cooperate based on his perception ability, but necessary preparations were still needed.
At noon, the group had a simple lunch and then arrived at the core area of the sealing barrier of the Thousand Hands Mansion.
Aside from the sealing squad, the supervising ANBU ninjas, the only people present were Hoshinomoto Chisaku, Tsunade, Minato, Kushina, and Shinnosuke.
Hiruzen Sarutobi did not come in person, but instead sent Shinnosuke to "risk" staying on the scene, which served as a training opportunity for him and also allowed him to deepen his friendship with the other three, including Senju Hoshino.
Although the four were quite confident, they were also on edge.
"Let me speak with Lord Nine-Tailed Fox for a few more minutes first," Xingyuan Qianshuo said softly.
"Okay." Tsunade nodded.
Kushina and Minato, holding hands, nodded in agreement.
Thus, Xingyuan Qianshuo once again entered the sealed space within Kushina's body.
"Lord Nine-Tailed Fox, how is it? Are you ready?" Hoshino Senju asked calmly.
"Hmph. Kids, in the end you still don't trust me," Nine-Tailed Fox said gruffly.
"Haha, trust is built step by step. This is an important step in our mutual trust," Xingyuan Qianshuo replied with a smile.
Nine-Tails was silent for a moment, then sighed, "I have lived for over a thousand years. I once trusted humans, but in the end, I was betrayed and met with hostility."
Seeing that Kurama had abandoned its arrogance and begun to have a heart-to-heart talk, Xingyuan Qianshuo subtly shifted his thoughts, once again blocking the communication between his consciousness and that of his external self, transforming into a state of "supreme saint and sage," and said, "Kurumi, after coming into contact with those powerful forces wandering in the world, I also inexplicably sensed that this world is facing a major crisis. Perhaps, all of this is the Sage of Six Paths guiding us to understand each other, help each other, and work together to resolve the crisis in the ninja world."
Nine-Tails has absolute faith in the malice it senses, believing that the person in front of it has no malicious aura, which makes it inclined to believe what the other person says.
"Alright, you can leave now. I won't take this opportunity to break free," Nine-Tailed Fox said gruffly.
"Thank you, Lord Nine-Tailed Fox." Xingyuan Qianshuo bowed slightly, his consciousness leaving the sealed space.
After exiting, Xingyuan Qianshuo canceled the shielding of his external body and said to the three of them, "It's ready, let's begin."
Tsunade and Minato retreated, not too far away, about ten meters apart.
"Chisaku, I will now begin to release the Tail-Locking Seal." Kushina's expression was solemn.
"Okay," Xingyuan Qianshuo replied with a relaxed expression.
Soon, within the sealed space, the wooden stakes, chains, and rocks that sealed the Nine-Tails began to soften and melt, gradually losing their sealing effect.
As the seal weakened, the Nine-Tails instinctively twisted its body to break free.
When the tail-locking seal was completely released, the Nine-Tails gained "freedom" within the sealed space. It lay on all fours, its nine tails unfurled wildly, radiating a terrifying aura from its immense chakra.
Externally, Xingyuan Qianshuo sensed this aura up close, and his mind instinctively tensed up.
Kushina was also pale and tense, on guard against the Nine-Tails escaping, ready to use the Adamantine Sealing Chains again at any moment.
Fortunately, Kurama kept its promise, restraining its chakra and preventing it from leaking out or even forming a chakra cloak.
It only exudes an aura that is unrestrained within the sealed space, and only a few people present can clearly sense it.
Seeing that Kushina had completely released the Tail Locking Seal, Hoshino Senju did not hesitate. His right hand surged with chakra and he thrust it violently into Kushina's abdomen.
The Bagua sealing skill, which has been upgraded to the perfect level, is used with exceptional skill and ease.
The sealed space within Kushina's body suddenly changed—a cage, iron bars, and a vortex-shaped sealing switch appeared, enveloping and sealing the Nine-Tails.
"Freedom" was gone. Looking at the sealed cage around her, the Nine-Tails couldn't help but snort coldly.
Soon, Xingyuan Qianshuo finished casting the spell. On Kushina's smooth, white abdomen, the black runes were clearly visible.
"Chisaku, is it over?" Kushina asked quickly, her expression relaxing.
"Okay, you can move now. I'll set the sealing key now," Xingyuan Qianshuo replied calmly.
He took out a huge scroll from his personal storage space and began to write rapidly with the brush and ink he had prepared beforehand. His brushstrokes were fluid and powerful; his perfect level of proficiency allowed him to write without any hindrance, with unparalleled precision.
Kushina watched Chisaku's actions while feeling relaxed and comfortable.
Although the Tail Lock Seal has strong sealing power, it requires her to devote energy to maintaining it.
However, the Bagua Seal does not require her mental energy.
Tsunade and Minato were relieved and stepped forward.
Soon, Xingyuan Qianshuo finished writing, rolled up the scroll, and handed it to Minato.
"I'll leave this sealing key to you, Minato, for safekeeping," said Hoshino Sensaku.
"Yes, I will keep it safe." Minato accepted it and replied solemnly.
"Kushina, let's enter the sealed space and say hello to Kurama," Hoshigen Chisaku asked. "Kurama kept its promise, so we should express our gratitude."
"Okay!" Kushina also wanted to see the specific situation of the Eight Trigrams Seal.
She closed her eyes and focused her mind. Xingyuan Qianshuo placed his hand on her shoulder, and her consciousness instantly sank into the sealed space.
Unlike the dark, sewer-like appearance of the Bagua seal on Naruto, the sealing space that Xingyuan Qianshuo set up for Kushina with the perfect Bagua seal was still very bright.
Even the cage where the Nine-Tails was located was five or six times larger than in the original story, enough for the Nine-Tails to wrestle and struggle inside.
It can be said that Xingyuan Qianshuo put a lot of thought into solving the Nine-Tails' "claustrophobia".
If it still can't be cured this time, then we can only wait until later to create an external clone of the Nine-Tails with a shared consciousness.
"Kid, is this your new sealing technique? Couldn't you have made this place a little bigger?" Nine-Tails asked without any politeness as they entered.
"Lord Nine-Tailed Fox, my current sealing technique can only reach this width; any wider and it won't be secure. I'll expand it for you when my abilities improve in the future," Xingyuan Qianshuo said with a smile.
"Hmph." Nine-Tailed Fox gave a haughty snort.
It can't say whether it's satisfied with the current "cage" or not; it can only be said that it's much better than the previous "binding."
Kushina curiously surveyed the sealed space, then looked at Kurama and said, "Kuama, you're practically living inside me now. When are you going to lend me some chakra? I can't let you down!"
"The Nine-Tailed Fox boss?" Hoshino Senju's lips twitched as he looked at Kushina.
"Ahem, Chisaku, you have to keep this a secret for me." Kushina looked slightly embarrassed.
In order to borrow the Nine-Tails' chakra as soon as possible and to show off her power outside, she lowered her status and became the Nine-Tails' "little sister," calling the Nine-Tails "boss" inside her body.
"Hmph, we'll talk about it when you're in danger." Nine-Tails didn't mind being called "boss," but still refused with a haughty air.
"Oh dear, we should always practice beforehand!" Kushina said coquettishly.
Nine-Tails simply turned its head to the side and ignored her.
The two did not linger; their consciousnesses quickly departed.
Everything went smoothly, and they prepared to say goodbye to the sealing team and Shinnosuke before dispersing.
At this point, a system notification message popped up.
Xingyuan Qianshuo opened it and glanced at it, and was immediately delighted.
You have greatly alleviated Kurama's "claustrophobia" and have received the reward: Chakra Nature Fusion Scroll (Advanced).
*1, Asura bloodline +20%, Yin power +10%, Yang power +10%, Chakra +100 million