Naruto: Scourge of the Ninja World

Because of Mito's one sentence, Gekko Chizan's heart was already churning with a thousand waves.

But after all, he had lived two lives. His mindset was steady, and he immediately suppressed his thoughts and said calmly:

"I don't understand what you're talking about, Mito-sama. A jinchūriki?"

"Me? How could that be possible."

Mito looked at the boy in front of her with a gentle smile.

Clearly only in his teens, yet already able to conceal his emotions so well.

Truly a rare talent.

"Kid, I've lived a long life. Deceiving the elderly isn't exactly admirable."

"This house has been sealed with a barrier. No sound from within can escape, so you can rest easy."

"I was the very first jinchūriki of the Nine Tails. Even though I never used the Nine Tails' power, it still constantly influenced me."

"It gave me the ability to sense malice... and also gave me a sense that can detect others of the same kind."

"The Nine Tails' chakra is very special—immense and uniquely powerful."

"My senses do not lie. You have a tailed beast inside you."

Gekko Chizan's heart sank... Damn it... No wonder they had him come here.

So this is what they were waiting for.

What do I do... what do I do...

If Mito were to reveal that he's a jinchūriki now, everything would be over.

No, not everything. At most, he'd be imprisoned? Impossible! If they thought they could imprison him, they were dreaming. What did they think his Flying Thunder God Technique was, a decoration?

Just as Gekko Chizan's mind was starting to run wild, Mito chuckled softly.

"Alright, kid, stop overthinking. I have no intention of revealing your tailed beast."

"A person without a trace of malice in his heart—I don't believe someone like that would do anything to harm the village that raised him."

"I'm not interested in how you obtained the tailed beast, nor which one you possess."

"What I care about... is you, Gekko Chizan."

At that, Mito let out a faint sigh...

Her next words made Gekko Chizan's heart tremble—and even the beast inside him, Chōmei, shuddered in response.

"All this time, I never believed tailed beasts were inherently evil. So even though the Nine Tails is full of malice, I still wanted to reach him with love."

"My later years were spent struggling against the Nine Tails. I once thought I'd chosen the wrong path, but now... I see I didn't."

"You've shown me with your actions that not all people passively accept their tailed beasts."

"Some open their hearts to them—filled with love."

"Chizan, thank you. You've shown me what true harmony between a person and a tailed beast looks like."

As her voice fell, Uzumaki Mito, who was leaning against the bed, actually gave a slight bow toward Gekko Chizan.

"Mito-sama, what are you doing..."

Gekko Chizan quickly stepped aside, unable to accept such a gesture. Though he was usually a carefree person, he still understood proper respect.

The elder before him had devoted her life to Konoha, to peace—even though that life was filled with hardship.

"If you don't mind... could you tell me which tailed beast is inside you?"

"Of course, you don't have to tell me. After all, it's your secret."

"But no matter what, I ask you—please, in the future, look after Kushina a little more. She may seem strong, but she's just a girl."

"Namikaze Minato may be extremely talented and care deeply for Kushina, but he's not a jinchūriki—he can't understand how hard it is."

"Your presence is very important to her."

Listening to the old woman's request, Gekko Chizan felt deeply conflicted.

Even while facing death, she still thought of the next generation... how could he possibly refuse her...

Helplessly, he nodded.

Seeing his agreement, Uzumaki Mito smiled in relief.

"Don't worry. Once the Nine Tails has been transferred, I'll leave this world. I'll take your secret with me."

"Alright, you can go now. Thank you, child."

With those words, Mito withdrew her gaze and quietly waited for her final moment to arrive.

Gekko Chizan turned and walked to the door, but just as his hand reached out to open it, he suddenly paused.

"My companion inside..."

"The Seven Tails... his name is: Chōmei..."

As the words fell, Gekko Chizan opened the door and stepped out.

Mito's whole body trembled. Then she revealed a faint smile and murmured:

"So... the tailed beasts have names too... what a pity..."

...

"Chizan-kun, you're out."

"What did Grandma Mito say to you?"

As soon as Gekko Chizan came out, Kushina was the first to run up and ask.

Looking at the girl before him, Gekko Chizan gave a soft smile.

"Mito-sama told me to take good care of you. She said she knows how hard the path of a jinchūriki is."

"She said since Minato and I are your friends, she wants me to watch over you carefully—to make sure the Nine Tails doesn't drown out the love in your heart."

Off to the side, Minato also chuckled.

Because Mito-sama had just told him the exact same thing.

"Kushina, I told you, didn't I? Mito-sama would definitely ask Chizan to look after you."

Now it was Chizan's turn to be stunned. He immediately turned to glance back at the wooden house.

Mito-sama... you even planned this far ahead?

You called Minato over on purpose to cover for me, just in case they got suspicious?

Sigh... as expected of someone who survived the Warring States Period—truly a wise one...

"Minato, she said the same to you?"

"Yeah!"

Might as well commit fully to the act—since Uzumaki Mito had already smoothed things over for him, he had no reason not to go along.

"Kushina, don't worry. We'll always be your friends."

Kushina's eyes turned red again at those words.

Off to the side, Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but sigh softly. But for the sake of the bigger picture, he still stepped forward.

"Kushina, let's begin."

"Remember Mito-sama's expectations."

Kushina wiped her reddened eyes and nodded firmly.

Then, with determination on her face, she walked straight toward the wooden house.

The Nine Tails transfer ritual officially began.

...

The ritual proceeded smoothly—almost without a hitch.

With Mito-sama's passing, Kushina successfully became the Nine Tails' new jinchūriki.

The sealing technique used was the Four Symbols Seal as well.

Thus, Kushina became the second jinchūriki of the Nine Tails.

...

That evening, back home, Gekko Chizan sat on the roof, gazing at the night sky.

Suddenly, Chōmei's voice rang out:

"Chizan... thank you..."

"Chōmei, did the Nine Tails scare you or something? What's with the nonsense?"

"You bastard Chizan! I was just moved by what that human woman said, alright? Love... I wonder if that damned Kurama will ever find something like that..."

Even though the tailed beasts constantly bickered, they all originated from the same being. There were still feelings between them.

"Hahaha, he will. That fox... he'll definitely find love someday."

"Just like I found you, Chōmei. I'll love you too!"

Chōmei: .....

"Let's not, alright? I don't need your love. I'm not into you... you're too ugly..."

Gekko Chizan: I! @@￥@!@#

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