Naruto: I'm Nine-Tails and My Host is Kushina-Chapter 144 : Two Tails

The Land of Lightning, Hidden Cloud Village

After years of expansion, Hidden Cloud Village had grown into one of the most formidable powers in the shinobi world.

At this point, it was likely second only to Konoha in terms of military strength and influence.

Surrounded by towering peaks and perilous terrain, the village was a natural fortress.

The Third Raikage stood atop one such peak, arms crossed, deep in thought.

A lot had changed in the ninja world over the past few years.

For instance, the Land of Fire had seen two different Hokages in quick succession.

Uzumaki Kushina, the "Crimson Tempest," had ascended to the position of Fourth Hokage.

Her name had become legendary during the Fourth Great Ninja War, so her promotion wasn't exactly surprising—but the speed at which it happened certainly was.

And just as quickly as she had risen to power, she stepped down.

In less than a year, the fiery kunoichi had resigned, leaving many baffled.

The news spread rapidly across the shinobi world.

It was almost like she treated the Hokage title as a fleeting responsibility—one she could pick up and toss aside as she pleased.

But that was the privilege of the strong.

Shortly after, Tsunade of the Legendary Sannin took up the mantle of Fifth Hokage, reigniting chaos in the world once again.

Tsunade certainly had the qualifications and raw strength to be Hokage.

But the Third Raikage wasn't concerned with Konoha's leadership changes.

No, what kept him awake at night was something far more dangerous.

The Nine-Tails.

Kurama.

As far as he knew, the beast was still within Konoha.

The last thing the world needed was another disaster involving that monster.

Even now, the Third Raikage could still feel the lingering fear deep within his heart.

Years ago, he had fought against 20,000 Iwa shinobi alongside Gyūki, the Eight-Tails.

He had thought himself unstoppable.

Then Kurama entered the battlefield.

The fox was completely insane—an untamed force of destruction.

Its sheer ferocity had left an unforgettable mark on the Raikage.

After that war, the decision had been made: Hidden Cloud would never again directly challenge the Land of Fire.

Years passed in the blink of an eye.

But the chaos never stopped.

Over in the Land of Wind, another major event had shaken the shinobi world.

The "Strongest Kazekage," the Third, had vanished without a trace.

Even now, no one had found him.

His disappearance remained an unsolved mystery, and with his loss, Sunagakure had become unstable.

For now, Rasa had stepped in as acting Kazekage.

The Third Kazekage's absence had forced figures like Chiyo and Ebizō to step into the shadows, withdrawing from political matters.

Sunagakure's future no longer rested in their hands.

"Raikage-sama, how should we handle the Two-Tails situation?"

The Third Raikage let out a heavy sigh.

Ever since the Eight-Tails had been taken from them, the Two-Tails was the last of their remaining bijū.

Currently, the beast was sealed within Nii Yugito.

But she was only eleven years old.

She had yet to master the power of Matatabi, making her a ticking time bomb.

At any moment, she could lose control.

For now, the village had decided to isolate her.

Not as a prisoner, but as a precaution.

She was given a secluded place to live, far from the village, where the risk of collateral damage was minimal.

The Third Raikage could only hope that Yugito would learn to control the Two-Tails quickly, just like Killer Bee had.

Cloud Village had years of experience training jinchūriki.

It was only a matter of time before Yugito became a perfect host.

Meanwhile, near the Land of Lightning...

A squad of Konoha ANBU had escorted a particular individual toward Cloud Village's borders.

Kurama.

"Lord Kurama, ten kilometers ahead is the location of the Two-Tails' jinchūriki."

One of the masked ANBU pointed forward, speaking cautiously.

Kurama's eyes narrowed.

He could already sense the overwhelming chakra signature up ahead.

A tailed beast's presence was unmistakable.

The Two-Tails was nearby.

They reached Mountain Peak, a heavily guarded area where Yugito was stationed.

Cloud shinobi patrolled every inch of the perimeter, ensuring that nothing could get past them unnoticed.

They treated their jinchūriki like walking weapons.

A single mistake could mean disaster.

"Lord Kurama, should we take out the guards silently?"

One of the ANBU inquired.

Kurama smirked.

"No need."

The ANBU were stunned.

"No need...?"

"Just follow me and watch. That's all you need to do."

"...Understood."

Though confused, they obeyed.

Kurama simply walked forward.

Casually.

The movement immediately triggered the Cloud shinobi's defenses.

"Stop! Identify yourselves!"

Dozens of guards suddenly emerged, weapons drawn, ready to fight.

"This attire... Konoha's ANBU?"

Their expressions darkened.

Alarms blared across Peak.

"Where is your Raikage? Tell him to come out."

Kurama's tone was almost... bored.

"You think you can just demand to see our Raikage?"

One of the guards scoffed.

"Capture them!"

Cloud shinobi wasted no time attacking.

Big mistake.

Kurama's Mangekyō Sharingan activated.

In an instant, every single Cloud shinobi in the vicinity collapsed.

The distant guards watching the battle felt a chill run down their spines.

"R-Report this to Raikage-sama!"

Kurama and his squad continued forward effortlessly.

Before long, they reached Yugito's quarters.

Kurama could feel her chakra surge.

Then, with a loud boom, the girl stepped out.

Her golden eyes gleamed with hostility.

"You Konoha bastards have some nerve attacking Cloud."

The young jinchūriki cracked her knuckles.

She was still young.

Still cocky.

"You. I want you."

Kurama pointed at her, expression unreadable.

The tension thickened.

Yugito bared her teeth.

"You think I'll just let you take me?"

She swiftly performed hand seals.

"Lightning Release: Thunder Orbs!"

Four massive spheres of crackling electricity appeared in her hands.

With a flick of her wrists, they launched toward Kurama from all directions.

The air hissed as the projectiles tore through the battlefield.

But Kurama simply raised his hand.

With a single swat, the lightning was sent flying.

"...What?"

Yugito stared in disbelief.

That technique wasn't even a warm-up for her.

Yet he had dismissed it like nothing.

Kurama chuckled.

"How else am I supposed to steal you away?"

"Like hell I'm going anywhere with you!"

Meanwhile, in the Raikage's office...

"Raikage-sama! An intruder at Peak!"

The Third Raikage's expression darkened.

Ai slammed his fist on the table, shattering it.

"Who dares?!"

The messenger hesitated.

"They said... they want to meet you."

From Konoha.

The Third Raikage's heart skipped a beat.

"...No way."

His hands clenched into fists.

"Gather the troops. We're going."

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