Evil Uchiha Itsuki

Itsuki looked unexpectedly at the pure white-haired girl standing in front of him.

Didn't she have a good impression of Naruto?

She even ends up becoming the wife of the Hokage in the future.

What's going on here?

She actually attacked Naruto so decisively?

And!

The power of her attack just now—wasn't it a bit too much?

Wow, she slapped Naruto and sent him flying.

Even if Naruto was caught off guard, this was a bit much.

Judging by her strength, she could definitely be at Chunin level.

No, even among Chunin, her power is quite impressive.

Is this Hinata?

The white-haired... no, white-eyed girl?

Hinata looked up, carefully glancing at Itsuki, then quickly lowered her head.

"Are you... Uchiha Itsuki-kun?"

"Yes!"

Itsuki nodded, saying, "Girl, why did you attack Naruto? Aren't you two on good terms?"

"Na-Naruto-kun... he's acting strange. This isn't really him."

Hinata spoke softly, "Besides, you... you saved me!"

"Huh?"

Itsuki's head was full of question marks.

Saved Hinata?

Did I do that?

The people he had saved were very few.

He definitely wouldn't forget someone like Hinata, who had such distinctive features.

Itsuki glanced at the "W" in front of Hinata.

Twelve years old?

Yeah, right, who would believe that?

If I trust you, I'd be as naive as Naruto.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others watched Hinata intervene but paid no mind.

The girl was just a pawn meant to be sacrificed!

"Orochimaru!"

The Third Hokage's voice was low, saying, "Act now. Have the Nine-Tails kill Uchiha Itsuki."

"I'm working on it!"

Orochimaru's vertical pupils grew colder.

"Roar!"

Another tail sprouted from the Nine-Tails, and soon, another one was forming.

The Nine-Tails chakra around Naruto was growing more intense.

Seeing this, Itsuki finally stepped forward, pushing Hinata away, saying, "Little girl, stand aside. This kind of battle is beyond you. Getting even a little involved could cost you your life."

Hinata bit her thin lip and obediently retreated to the side.

"The Nine-Tails?"

Itsuki looked at the Nine-Tails and chuckled, saying, "Now I finally understand why they made this arena so large. They want a fight between you and me."

He glanced around at the nobles, then laughed again, saying, "And in front of these nobles? Are they just here for entertainment? I just hope they don't lose their lives while enjoying the show."

The nobles looked on with excitement.

This was much more interesting than the Chunin exams.

The Shadow of the Fire Village, fighting against the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki!

Who would survive?

It must be the Nine-Tails!

After all, it was a natural disaster-level beast. Though Uchiha Itsuki was strong, he was still human.

Who's stronger, a human or a Tailed Beast?

Except for Uchiha Madara and Senju Hashirama, who else would dare say they were stronger than a Tailed Beast?

How many Kages in history have died at the hands of Tailed Beasts?

Wasn't it only a few years ago that the Fourth Hokage died?

This time, it was the Wood Shadow's turn!

Hiruzen Sarutobi did well this time!

The nobles were all pleased!

The only worry was whether this barrier would hold up.

Soon enough!

The Third Hokage assured each of the nobles that this barrier absolutely could not be broken.

Only then did the nobles relax.

"Roar!!!"

Naruto roared at Itsuki, unleashing a powerful shockwave.

Instantly!

Dust flew everywhere, and the ground began to crack.

Itsuki's eyes changed to the Sharingan with three tomoe.

Seeing this!

Hiruzen Sarutobi felt a twinge in his heart: "As expected, he doesn't dare use the Mangekyō."

Shimura Danzo, standing beside him, said in a low voice, "Based on our data, Itsuki has used the Mangekyō Sharingan multiple times. If he uses it a few more times, he might go blind—perhaps even after the next use."

Jiraiya glanced at Orochimaru and sneered, "A blind Uchiha, Orochimaru, do you still want that body?"

"Of course!"

Ignoring Jiraiya's sarcasm, Orochimaru grinned, saying, "It's just a matter of going blind. Who says it can't be fixed? Besides, if worst comes to worst, I can replace the eyes."

The conversation ended.

"Roar!"

Naruto let out a roar, opened his mouth wide, and fired a small Tailed Beast Bomb at Itsuki.

It was too sudden!

Even Itsuki hadn't expected Naruto to release a Tailed Beast Bomb without any preparation.

Whoosh!

Flying Thunder God Technique activated.

In an instant, Itsuki appeared in front of Naruto.

"Boom!"

An uppercut.

Naruto was sent flying.

Whoosh!

Itsuki disappeared again, and the next moment, he appeared above Naruto, stomping down hard.

"Boom!"

Both of them fell to the ground, kicking up a large cloud of dust.

Naruto was stomped into the earth by Itsuki.

It was only at this moment that the Tailed Beast Bomb Naruto had initially released hit the barrier.

Of course, it had no effect.

The Four Red Yang Formation was the strongest barrier, capable of withstanding a Ten-Tails Tailed Beast Bomb. A hasty Tailed Beast Bomb from the Nine-Tails had no chance of shaking it.

Whoosh!

Itsuki landed ten meters away, quietly observing Naruto, who was lodged in the pit.

Suddenly!

His expression changed, and he quickly retreated.

From underground.

A large hand made of Tailed Beast chakra emerged, reaching for Itsuki.

Next!

Itsuki kept retreating, and chakra hands kept appearing underfoot.

Each hand reached for him in turn.

"Roar!!!"

In the pit, Naruto emerged.

He had completely transformed into a half-Tailed Beast form, and the number of tails behind him had reached a staggering seven.

Itsuki murmured, "Is he going for a full Tailed Beast transformation? Or are Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others actually aiming to release the Nine-Tails? Ruthless enough!"

He remembered that Mount Myoboku had a key to unlock Naruto's seal.

Jiraiya, being a disciple of Mount Myoboku, could easily obtain that key.

"Roar! Roar! Roar!"

Naruto kept roaring, clutching his head and falling to the ground, the roars turning into cries of pain.

... The Nine-Tails was breaking free of the seal!

Itsuki looked over at Jiraiya.

Jiraiya had already made his decision, so even though he looked unhappy with Naruto's suffering, he managed to keep his composure.

"Not bad! Ruthless enough!"

Itsuki let out a low laugh, turned his head, and looked at Naruto.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

He activated the Flying Thunder God Technique to its limit.

Kunai with his mark were scattered all around.

The entire arena was his domain.

He could go anywhere he wanted.

He was incredibly fast.

So fast that he left behind afterimages.

Naruto kept twisting his head, looking for Itsuki, seemingly stunned.

"Naruto, here I come!"

Itsuki let out a low laugh. In the next instant, he appeared right in front of Naruto.

They were almost face-to-face.

Naruto paused, just about to roar.

"Boom!"

Itsuki stomped on his face.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

A powerful kick sent Naruto flying, rolling across the ground.

Naruto quickly stabilized himself and prepared to counterattack.

Itsuki appeared again.

And again, he stomped on Naruto's face.

"Roar!"

Naruto was enraged, his chakra surging violently.

But!

He had no time even to roar.

Itsuki appeared once more and stomped on his face yet again.

A Jinchuriki?

The Nine-Tails?

In the face of the Flying Thunder God Technique, what do they matter!

Itsuki used his actions to show everyone just how terrifying the Flying Thunder God Technique was.

Moreover!

The one who truly brought this jutsu to prominence was none other than Naruto's father, the Fourth Hokage!

Minato Namikaze!

(End of Chapter)