Chapter 39: This Tailed Beast Was Just Released, Why Is It Being Recaptured Already?

"Tailed Beast??" Nara Shikazo frowned as he stared in the direction of the Land of Whirlpools. That chakra, that jutsu was that a tailed beast??

They were very familiar with the Tailed Beast Ball. And that enormous body was clearly visible. But...

Could it be that the Uzumaki Clan is really so hard to wipe out?

And what was that tremor earlier? Was it from Kirigakure or the Land of Whirlpools?

Now they've even released a tailed beast. Could it be that Kirigakure, one of the Five Great Shinobi Villages, still can't destroy the Land of Whirlpools?

As expected of a clan with a thousand-year legacy!!

Nara Shikazo frowned deeply as he watched the Land of Whirlpools. What should they do now? Should they send someone to investigate?

But during wartime, deploying shinobi recklessly could easily cause trouble. What if others thought Konoha had joined the war?

Maybe...

They should wait a little longer?

...

Uzumaki Jun had no idea what Konoha was thinking, but if he knew Nara Shikazo's thoughts, he would have laughed himself silly.

Damn it, Konoha was already dragged into this mess. By now, Hozuki Gengetsu was probably furious and planning to demand compensation from Konoha!!

But...

That wasn't the main concern right now. His right hand...

It hurt like hell!

He needed to find a medic-nin fast!!

"Who's there?"

Just as Uzumaki Jun approached the hidden medical and command center, a Uzumaki shinobi suddenly appeared.

"It's me," Uzumaki Jun said calmly.

Uzumaki Kimito relaxed when he saw it was Uzumaki Jun, his expression turning respectful and admiring. "Lord Jun!"

He had already heard the news from the frontlines. Who would have thought Lord Jun was so clever, tricking Kirigakure into hesitating to act? Because of this, the shinobi in the rear held immense respect for him.

Because...

The Land of Whirlpools had hope.

"Where's my father?" Uzumaki Jun asked. He wondered how his dad was doing—probably worried sick.

"The Daimyō is inside," Uzumaki Kimito replied respectfully.

"Then I'll head in first," Uzumaki Jun said. "Stay alert. The war might end soon."

The war might end soon??

All the guards exchanged shocked glances. What was going on? Hadn't it only been a few days? Was Kirigakure scared and planning to retreat?

Though they wanted to ask, Lord Jun had already gone inside. They could only bury their questions for now.

Shinobi didn't need excessive curiosity.

"Dad! Dad!!" Uzumaki Jun shouted as soon as he entered. Why wasn't he in the front hall? Where had he gone? He wasn't strong, didn't know medical ninjutsu, where else could he be? Was he flirting with the medics?

Should he tell his mom? Would it cause family issues? But if he didn't, wouldn't that be unfair to her? Would he get beaten up?

Suddenly, a red figure rushed forward and...

Uzumaki Jun was tightly pressed against a soft chest.

Recognizing the familiar scent, Uzumaki Jun relaxed. "Mom!!"

Indeed, the one hugging him was Uzumaki Meirin, his mother.

"My baby!!" Uzumaki Meirin held him tightly, as if afraid to let go, sobbing. "It's all your father's fault for being so useless, otherwise..."

"Mom, let go, let go!!" Uzumaki Jun struggled in her embrace. Not only was it hard to breathe, but his right hand was also being squeezed painfully. He felt...

His right hand had suffered secondary damage. Now it hurt even more!!

The Daimyō, who had been standing awkwardly nearby, noticed Uzumaki Jun's pained expression and quickly called out, "Meirin, Meirin, let go! Jun looks like he's hurt!"

"Ahh!!" Uzumaki Meirin immediately released him in a panic. "Medic, medic, get a medic!!"

Finally able to breathe, Uzumaki Jun took a deep breath. "It's fine, just a minor injury on my right hand."

"How is it fine?" Uzumaki Meirin refused to listen, grabbing his right hand angrily. "What happened? How did you get hurt so badly?"

Uzumaki Kyoko, hearing the call for a medic, rushed over. Seeing Uzumaki Jun injured, she anxiously rolled up her sleeve and offered her arm. "Lord Jun, you're hurt? Bite me, bite me and you'll heal!"

Uzumaki Jun gave her a surprised look, but the pain in his right hand was unbearable. Without hesitation, he gently bit her arm.

To be honest...

As a twice-lived virgin, biting a girl's arm made him a little shy.

Uzumaki Meirin, who had been furious just moments ago, found the sight amusing and studied the two children with interest, especially scrutinizing Uzumaki Kyoko.

"Hmm!! Red hair, Uzumaki Clan, not bad-looking, and with strong life force—definitely capable of bearing healthy, strong children! And she's been diligently learning medical ninjutsu lately, so she's hardworking too!!"

Not bad, not bad!!

Uzumaki Meirin stroked her chin, deep in thought as she stared at Uzumaki Kyoko.

Uzumaki Kyoko, feeling her gaze, suddenly grew shy. What was going on? Why was the Daimyō's wife staring at her like that?

At that moment...

"How are things outside?" the Daimyō asked urgently. With no updates for days, as the nation's leader, he had been extremely worried. Seeing his son unharmed eased his mind somewhat.

Uzumaki Jun snapped out of his daze at his father's voice and released Kyoko's arm with a smile. "All better. Thank you, Kyoko-nee!"

"Mhm!" Uzumaki Kyoko blushed and shook her head. "No problem!" Then she ran off in embarrassment.

Seeing this, Uzumaki Meirin's red hair flared as she glared at the Daimyō, who was utterly confused. He hadn't said anything wrong—just asked about the war. Why was his wife suddenly angry? He was about to ask more when he saw her murderous expression and wisely shut his mouth.

"Mom, why are you here?" Uzumaki Jun asked curiously. Hadn't he arranged for her to hide in the underground shelter?

"I was worried about you!" Uzumaki Meirin crouched down and pinched his cheeks, her tone dangerous.

Recognizing that tone, Uzumaki Jun immediately stopped asking. If he pressed further, he'd get smacked. Clearly, his arrangements hadn't sat well with her. He turned to his father. "Things are under control. If nothing unexpected happens, the war should end soon."

They needed to divert the attention of the surrounding villages. Otherwise, constant surveillance would hinder their development. Uzumaki Jun narrowed his eyes—he had an idea.

...

Battlefield.

Following Uzumaki Jun's instructions, after a brief standoff, the Grand Elder shouted, "Everyone, retreat!!"

He didn't understand the reasoning, but since Uzumaki Jun hadn't made a single misstep so far, there must be a purpose to this. He wouldn't interfere.

"Yes!!"

All Uzumaki clansmen responded.

Victory!! Victory belongs to the Land of Whirlpools!!

They cheered inwardly.

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