Naruto : Saga of Tanya the Kunoichi

Tsunade had handled the matter of the enemy's surrender.

Konoha Shinobi sent to Land of Wind to stabilise them, along with help such as monetary aids, food supplies, and even opening areas accepting refugees in underdeveloped lands in Land of Fire. It was almost stupid there was so much underdeveloped lands filled with nothing but trees and bushes when the Land of Wind was starving. Might as well make good use of it.

This would boost the Land of Fire economy further, reduce food prices globally once Land of Fire becomes the top food producer. 

The Daimyo agreed and let the nearest local lord take charge of the area.

Konoha Council, Hokage, and Tsuyu sat down together discussing what they wanted to do.

Tsuyu's opinion was the most important.

Land of Fire had absorbed Land of Lighting. Land of Wind became a vassal country. While on Land of Earth, Root had control over 30% of the black market of Land of Earth. And Black Market controlled 60% of the Land of Earth economy. Their influence in the dark was growing stronger by the day, at least economically.

You could say ROOT had become a terrifying entity.

To control both the surface and the root.

Using Yamanaka's extraction method, Itachi's crow summons were reverse summoned.

Another Shisui's eye was obtained. In a laboratory, the pair of Shisui's were bathed in nutrient solution filled with hashirama's cells, making sure they heal quickly.

Danzo had always kept his eye on his body for protection and trump card, but now it's his turn to contribute to Tsuyu's plan.

Tsuyu understood tyranny was temporary. Shisui's eyes were the trump card she had to create as perfect of an Utopia she could. The world leaders have to obey.

An efficient, fulfilled, society working around enriching themselves and each other.

***

"Hnhnhn… Tsuyu, I was surprised you are letting me be."

Orochimaru licked his lips. Tsuyu had noticed his presence after her curse mark was upgraded. Orochimaru should be able to get out anytime, but he wouldn't since he knew Tsuyu would just catch or kill him. Orochimaru had zero idea on Tsuyu nor Konoha after seeing what she's capable of.

But contrary to his thoughts, Tsuyu pulled him out of the Curse Mark and put him in the body of an Iwa prisoner. There's a lot of prisoners they could use for the time being.

"You are a genius, Orochimaru. Though, your attempt to take my body…" her eyes turned cold.

"It was a silly mistake… to think you have 9 tails in you. I wouldn't dare if I had known. I may be greedy, but I wasn't crazy. Hnhnhn. So, what do you need from me?"

"You are someone who wants to know all the jutsu in the world. I need information. Eyes of the Sage. Rinnegan. What do you know?"

"If it's that… I know a little…"

Orochimaru had returned to Konoha silently, working under Danzo and Tsuyu.

In fact, if you really let him be immortal, giving him spares to use, he was a decent person who really just liked to research.

Tsuyu had given Orochimaru a perfect solution.

Cloning.

A novel idea Tsuyu gave to Orochimaru that made him go on a research frenzy like a madman. Using Orochimaru's true flesh she acquired after his death, clones of Orochimaru were cultivated. This would be for his immortality. Exchanging bodies won't weaken him. As for sharingan, unfortunately the compatibility issues was a problem so she suggested using genetic engineering to create a clone that carried both Uchiha and his own genes to have them compatible.

Orochimaru had his eyes shining. He had so much to research and he's happy. Of course, Orochimaru didn't know if he refused, Kotoamatsukami was already in plan to be used on him because she needed a talent like him.

Medical ninjutsu for the mind was introduced to Tsunade. With so many war veterans that were traumatized, there's a lot of research subject.

"Tsunade-sama… I hope you can help our Shinobi… and Naruto."

Tsunade's expression seemed gloomy and weary after Jiraiya's death. She looked at the proposal almost emptily.

"... Your idea was novel… no one thought of using genjutsu as a treatment for the mind… to use a tool of war for medicine… people would have thought you would do the opposite…" Tsunade mumbled.

"I agree with the plan… and I am stepping down…"

"Huh? Tsunade-sama…"

"It's hard… Tsuyu. I should focus on this… helping our Shinobi… I am too old for this…"

Tsunade smiled wearily.

"You can become the Hokage if you want."

"Tsunade-sama…"

Tsuyu thought about it. Actually… there's a suitable candidate. She's too young.

"If you want to step down, I hope you can support Danzo-sama to become Hokage."

"... Very well."

The news eventually spread that Tsunade was going to step down. A new Hokage would be selected. As for what the Jonin Council and Military Council had to say… There were few candidates. Kakashi, Danzo, and finally Tsuyu herself.

Whenever Tsuyu walked, the people of Konoha gave her a warm smile.

"Tsuyu-sama! I have a new menu you should try!"

"Tsuyu-sama! I… I wanted to be a strong Kunoichi like you! Please accept me as your disciple!" 

"Tsuyu-sama!"

Most of Konoha's civilians weren't made aware yet that Kumogakure was gone. They only thought she was a hero.

While for Konoha Shinobi, they were a mix of fear, awe, admiration and even worship.

Tsuyu visited the academy. Children running around playing Shinobi on the field.

Now there would be no more child soldiers…

She sighed. This too, were a fucked up thing. How everyone could act this was normal. All of them were crazy.

She had different reforms and plans in place.

Shinobi Articles of Concords for the Shinobi. It includes a 4 year long step of increasing the minimum age of graduation as Genin year by year, until a minimum age of 16 is reached. She may increase it later, but 16 was an adult age based on this world standard.

Council of Unity Charter involving the Daimyo's and the Local Lords. She couldn't overthrow the current system just like that. But they had to obey her anyway. There would be regulation on taxes, tariffs, even for trade inside and outside of the nation. This needed to be done so a standard can be set.

A third governmental body led by civilians was also created. So they would have a chance to complain and make a report on those lords. The governmental body led by civilians for civilians is called Komei Hall, or Hall of Fairness.

They would put forward complaints or suggestions, while the Local Lords, Daimyo and the Kage would review and answer them. Also, the lord's, Daimyo, and Kage would judge each other basically.

While you can't control if a lord decided to put stupid tax on their people, the people can complain, and the notion can be put forward in Komei Hall for everyone to decide if it was fair or unfair. The Daimyo or Hokage had the power to overrule a local lord with justified reasons or through a voting process.

Tsuyu can expect these lords to collaborate together one day to shamelessly let injustice go as it was through vote. She cannot change human nature. Oh, she did have Kotoamatsukami. That was her trump card so people stop being stupid and greedy.

Civilians had the right to speak, but they had no power on decision making. This was to avoid oversight of the common people, but still keeping them in check.

***

In a matter of a month, Danzo was crowned Hokage.

In fact, Danzo actually refused at first and wanted to give it to Tsuyu…

"Sigh. Tsuyu, Konoha already achieved what we had because of you. I really am too old to become Hokage."

He said wearily as he placed down the Hokage hat.

Danzo sighed with a smile. He had dreamed of becoming Hokage for his whole life. But now he had them, he didn't feel he needed them anymore. He just wanted to retire peacefully.

"Danzo-sama, congratulations on achieving your dream." Tsuyu smiled slightly.

"Tsuyu, my dream was to have Konoha as it is today. It wasn't to become Hokage. I could die tomorrow and I would be happy."

Danzo raised his hands.

"Also stop with the honorific, Tsuyu. If I wasn't too old, I would have called you Tsuyu-sama."

"You jest… you are the Hokage now, how dare I call you by just your name." Tsuyu chuckled.

"Tsuyu, since you insist on letting this old bone of me as Hokage, then I hope you can stay as my assistant. The documents… ehem….quite overwhelming for my age… you had too many reforms…"

"Yes, I would stay. I understand your trouble. And I would like to expand our Konoha Council since we have a lot to do."

Danzo nodded and agreed. They really had so much to do.

"I will leave ROOT to you from now on… I want to focus on my work as Hokage… retiring from the dark." 

Danzo said softly and handed Tsuyu a scroll. Danzo was almost a changed man after his dream came true.

"This is the jutsu and the key to the Seal of Eradication technique I placed on ROOT members. Now they are in your hands. Honestly, ROOT has grown too big in the underworld. I was a little baffled… haha… I will send you the list of people I kept in charge in different regions."

"I will accept your will, Danzo-sama."

Tsuyu looked at Danzo, her expression warm. Danzo trusted her very much, and treated her like his own kin.

"Danzo-sama, I wonder if you are free for dinner? I found a good place that serves exquisite seafood. We can go out for just an hour. I can teleport us both."

"Tsuyu… no one has invited me for such an occasion… very well." Danzo let out a soft warm smile.

Danzo was brought to light by Tsuyu's company.

That Tsuyu was someone Danzo trusted with all his heart. He wanted to give her his Sharingan arm so she could lead Konoha to a better future. After all, why would he need the arm and multiple lives. Tsuyu needed it more.

He was contemplating on how to go about it though. Telling her his arm was filled with sharingan and they were extra lives so suddenly didn't seem right.

The two had an outing, travelling to Land of Sunset, a small island among Land of Water.

The beach was clean, serene. At night, there would be bioluminescent organisms along the beach. It was a beautiful sight.

The Land of Water was literally a paradise for tourism. They had so many beautiful sceneries. 

She decided to have a more open relationship with the Land of Water and promote tourism between nations. They need a sense of normalcy after a war. Shinobi were Shinobi. Civilians were civilians. Life has to go on.

Tsuyu had a picnic with Danzo after taking takeout from a restaurant. The sun was setting, the orange glow reflected in the sea, the breeze, and the sound of waves, it was peaceful.

Danzo sighed. He never had felt normal. Away from Root, away from his dark work.

He knew Tsuyu must have felt the same. And she was so young.

"Tsuyu."

"Yes, Danzo-sama." Tsuyu replied, her eyes looking tired as she looked at the sunset.

Danzo knew what was weighing in her mind, even with all she achieved. 

Her only weakness in this world. It's that boy Naruto.

"... I have a way to make him like he used to be."

"Really…?" Tsuyu's eyes brighten up.

"It's the eye of Shishui Uchiha. The jutsu, Kotoamatsukami. You had been hit with it from the one owned by Itachi. You have worked hard for Konoha, you deserve your own wish."

"..." Tsuyu bit her lips. She let out a sigh.

"Danzo-sama… It's against my principle to use it on him…"

"... I see."

…

"I appreciate your suggestion… but I respect his free will and wishes. If he hated me… it was a consequence of my choices."

"... You are a strong Kunoichi, Tsuyu. But even the strongest may break." Danzo had broken many people, so he knew.

Her gaze returned to the ocean. 

Naruto refused to leave his room for weeks… He was just inside. Not going anywhere. 

***

Nii-san, we will go to Ichiraku. Come.

…Okay.

"Teuchi-san. It's great as always." Naruto smiled slightly at Teuchi.

Teuchi smiled back, but he felt worried. He never had seen Naruto like this.

"... Naruto, you can order more." Tsuyu said.

"... I am full… I guess one bowl is enough…"

"If you say so…"

Unless she forced him out, Naruto just… stayed in bed.

"Naruto, Kiba invited you to hang out… he's waiting outside."

"... I feel a little tired Tsu-chan… can you tell him next time?"

Tired… you are doing nothing for weeks now… but I get it…

The gloomy room, the clothes scattered all over his room. The ramen cups on his desk side.

"... Sure. I will tell Kiba…"

Naruto… he had depression… I hope Tsunade could help him. Oh. I guess I could ask Sasuke to stay over. That would be great for both of them. While at it I might invite Kiba over so they can have some boys sleepover.

Tsuyu quickly went to the rebuilt Uchiha compound, where Sasuke was staying.

Sasuke looked lonely, much like Naruto. The question of 'why' haunted his mind after Itachi's death. Part of him wanted to believe it was Itachi's twisted game.

On hearing Tsuyu's plan, he agreed. He felt heartbroken for his closest friend too. He forgot how long it has been since he gave his sunny smile to him or anyone. His smile turned almost sad somehow.

***

She stopped remembering and turned to the present.

"Danzo-sama, are you not afraid of me?"

Danzo frowned.

"Of course not. You are a hero of Konoha. In my eyes, Konoha had never been better, even better than when Hashirama was still alive."

"I see. A lot of my friends… I could see it. There were some distances. Except a few."

"They will turn around. You have saved Konoha, Tsuyu. And even if the whole world is against you, I will always have your back." Danzo said seriously.

"Thank you… Danzo-sama…"

Her heart felt warm, knowing Danzo would always support her.

She felt a little silly that she was afraid Danzo would use Kotoamatsukami on her. When in reality, he had been her biggest believer. The only one who understands her.

"But I still believe you need to get as much strength as you have. The threat of Eyes of the Sage, the Rinnegan, are too big. They already had 1 to 7 tails. I hope you can accept my arm, it will give you multiple lives. I also have a Byakugan from the recent war if you prefer them instead. It would suit your long range needs in the air. It's best if you don't get overconfident. As long as you can improve, you should."

Tsuyu nodded.

"Then I will have a Sharingan on my left, and Byakugan on my right."

Danzo nodded.

"I will make arrangements. But you will also take my arm. I will teach you how to use Izanagi afterwards."

"Sigh. Very well, since you insisted on it Danzo-sama…"

***

Akatsuki Theme Playing

Kisame's and Deidara's corpse was already turned to ashes thrown into the sea. On Kisame, it's to avoid Tsuyu from getting to him and to them.

With them knowing the horror of Flying Raijin they had to do it. Kisame gladly offered his head, knowing he might put them in danger.

As for Deidara, he had become a traitor because of his crazy idea on art that he would work for Tsuyu, an enemy. So he was killed by Tobi when no one was looking.

In fact Deidara went with a bang, using C0 to kill Tobi and become the final masterpiece he created. His only regret was he wouldn't be able to show his art to Tsuyu. He had considered Tsuyu a fellow artist he admired and worshipped.

Sasori felt a little sad for Deidara. They were fellow artists, even if their arts were different. Sasori could understand why Deidara betrayed them. The black hole was surrounded by a ring of light, and its devastation was magnificent…

Pain looked at those he had left.

Tobi, Konan, Kakuzu, Sasori, Zetsu.

… Really? That's it?

Nagato wondered if he could win against Tsuyu.

To have lower risk, I need to take out Gedo Mazo and use what I have. Only then…

Nagato was overthinking it.

Kurama and Gyuki make up more than half of ten tails. If only Obito was smart he would have taken Naruto then B first.

But then Obito believe Naruto may had a flying raijin mark on his body, so it was almost suicidal. And he wasn't sure if the Kamui dimension could seal the space away from Flying Raijin. So he couldn't take Naruto yet…

But now, Naruto was useless and there was no reason to take him.

But that's also why… she wouldn't expect it. That boy as a potential ally and her Achilles heels. Her cruelty would create her own enemy.

"We can take it slow from now on. She would be watching constantly. We have to keep it low for a while. We need to gain strength, and new members." Nagato said.

Tobi agrees. It seemed he had to really take that suspicious guy in. Along with the other crazy guy.

"I have two new members to introduce to you. Come in."

Hiruko, the creator of Chimera Technique.

Kabuto… his body, his skin was covered in snake scales.

"Introduce yourself. And what are your intentions in joining Akatsuki?" Pain asked coldly.

Hiruko stepped forward.

"I wanted to become a perfect Shinobi… In a few years, I would be able to do the ritual to absorb multiple kekkei genkai. I only need your help to gather the people I need. Once I become a perfect Shinobi… I would want to fight that Demon." Hiruko had his own pride in the matter. If he became a perfect Shinobi as he envisioned, Tsuyu would be defeated in his own hands. He never saw the so-called fight. As for the jutsu that could annihilate Kumogakure, once he became a perfect Shinobi, he would be able to do it too. So nothing special.

And if I can absorb that Rinnegan… and even that Demon together… I will become a God.

Hiruko flashed a small smile behind the bandages covering his mouth.

People called her the new God of Shinobi, but he would want to overthrow her.

Pain nodded. His eyes turned to Kabuto.

"I want her body…" Kabuto wanted to follow Orochimaru's will. And his last will was to get her body. He would follow Orochimaru's footsteps.

"That would be difficult. But we eventually would have to kill her, and you can take it. Our goals are aligned."

"I have a proposal…" Kabuto needed some help to accelerate development of Edo Tensei. It would be a needed fighting force against her.

"Speak."

***