Chapter 114 The Fear of the Nine-Tails.

Uzumaki Mito remained calm and indifferent, unmoved by the Nine-Tails' provocations.

"...Are you afraid, Nine-Tails?"

The Nine-Tails narrowed its eyes, its pupils turning vertical, flashing a hint of malice.

"Uzumaki Mito, your bravado is meaningless. You've sensed it too, haven't you? This guy's chakra is almost identical to Madara Uchiha's, equally ominous."

"With such talented Uchiha in the present Konoha, is there another Hashirama Senju to balance him?"

Uzumaki Mito raised her brow and remained unexpectedly silent. This was precisely the question she had been contemplating earlier. 

The moment she saw Hanma, Uzumaki Mito felt as though she were seeing Madara Uchiha himself. But her composure concealed her inner surprise well.

For members of the Uzumaki clan who awaken the Kagura Mind's Eye, a person's most distinct feature is not their body or facial features, but their chakra.

"Hanma's chakra is indeed identical to Madara Uchiha's, that kind of ominous chakra...it's been a long time since I've felt such a thing..."

"What a hassle... The Uchiha clan has produced such a figure again. I'm afraid that just the Monkey and Danzo alone will find it challenging to maintain the current situation..."

"Hmm?"

Uzumaki Mito and the Nine-Tails were drawn by external sounds, glanced at each other, and then focused their attention on the conversation between Hanma and Danzo.

After listening to Danzo's excessive speech, the atmosphere within the sealing space became quite awkward.

The image of Uzumaki Mito's wisdom was unceremoniously shattered by Danzo at that moment.

If such a person could now take on the leadership role of Konoha, then how much weight did Uzumaki Mito herself still hold?

It was nothing more than a spent force.

Uzumaki Mito remained expressionless, while the Nine-Tails smirked and began a new round of mocking:

"Konoha is truly impressive nowadays. A ninja of this level dares to speak so boastfully, did no one teach him manners from a young age?"

"If Hashirama knew that today's ninjas had such qualities, he would probably cry in his grave, wouldn't he?"

"A fool barking orders for the village? Where did such a stupid dog come from? I've witnessed hundreds of years in the ninja world, and this guy's stupidity ranks high..."

"If only this guy were born a bit earlier; I'd love to see him ask Madara Uchiha why he defied the Hokage's orders and betrayed Konoha."

The Nine-Tails launched a full-on attack, fiercely ridiculing Mito.

Uzumaki Mito ignored the Nine-Tails' ranting, silently observing Danzo.

Although the Nine-Tails' words were harsh, they expressed much of what Mito wanted to say.

"Tobirama's disciple has always been imitating his style but has never managed to grasp the essence, only scratching the surface."

To use a metaphor, it was like Tobirama Senju directly confronting Madara Uchiha at the founding of the village, a surefire way to court death.

"Hiruzen is more tactful, but ultimately, his talent is limited. His strength is moderate and hardly a match for Uchiha Van."

Uzumaki Mito felt utterly exhausted. After Hashirama Senju's death, her only wish was to ensure the continuation of Hashirama's ideals and preserve peace in Konoha.

Yet, with the current situation, the two of them could only barely maintain the status quo, likely to be wiped out after her death.

"Refreshing!"

With a loud snap of Danzo's head, the Nine-Tails couldn't help but clap its paws in praise.

The Nine-Tails had long sensed Danzo's deep-seated malice towards it.

It had already resolved that if it were ever sealed within Danzo, it would take him down no matter what.

However, the Nine-Tails also realized something crucial:

With its sharp eyes, it could barely keep up with Hanma's action speed!

As the strongest among the tailed beasts, the Nine-Tails always held itself in high regard, looking down on all other tailed beasts except the Eight-Tails.

In contrast, its formidable strength and learning ability were well deserved.

Unlike the foolish raccoon who got complacent with a few sealing techniques and ninjutsu, Lord Nine-Tails deeply understood the vastness of the ninja world.

After all, this was a poor fox that had been jointly beaten by both Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha.

It frantically recalled the teachings of the Sage of Six Paths, having already made initial progress in sage techniques, and was even formulating a devastating annihilation ninjutsu in its mind.

Having been toyed with like a dog by Madara Uchiha, the Nine-Tails awoke with boundless rage, reflecting on its own strength.

It vowed never to endure such humiliation again.

If another powerful enemy attempted to humiliate it, the Nine-Tails would sacrifice everything to make everyone understand the weight of its dignity.

However, a crucial problem arose: it had not yet perfected this ninjutsu, with only a rough framework!

The Nine-Tails became anxious. Although Hanma had only shown a glimpse of his strength, this expert already saw the depth.

If Danzo continued to be so weak, and Uzumaki Mito decided to seal it within Hanma, then everything would be over!

"This guy Hanma, an evil Uchiha, possesses a physique stronger than the Senju clan. It utterly disgusts me..."

"What's even more unsettling is the aura of 'Goo' I sensed within his flesh. What kind of stitched-together monster is this..."

"If he continues to grow stronger, the consequences will be unimaginable..."

At this moment, the Nine-Tails seemed to see Indra, Asura, and the Sage of Six Paths all smiling and staring at it, then raising their fists.

The Nine-Tails forced itself to remain calm, maintaining a mocking expression to avoid revealing any weakness to Mito, while quickly thinking and planning.

Unbeknownst to the Nine-Tails, Hanma had zero interest in it.

As the largest component of the Ten-Tails, Hanma would never place it within himself without first thoroughly devouring it.

Uzumaki Mito severed her sensory connection, choosing to ignore the troubling presence of Danzo.

"With Danzo's capacity, he can only temporarily act as a container for sealing the Nine-Tails..."

"Hashirama's dreams... I'm truly powerless to fulfill them. Successfully passing down the Nine-Tails within Konoha is my current limit..."

Uzumaki Mito shook her head helplessly, having reached the end of her life, with no more cards left to play.

The Nine-Tails' voice rang out again, carrying a bewitching menace, interrupting Mito's thoughts.

"Besides that chakra identical to Madara Uchiha's, you've also sensed a bizarre aura within that guy's flesh, haven't you?"

"Such evil, obscure, and greedy energy... It even makes me bow in shame..."

"Let me tell you, that's the aura of 'Goo,' a demon born from the Box of Ultimate Bliss created by the Sage of Six Paths, a monster that absorbs all negative energy and brings destruction to the world!"

"Someone possessed by 'Goo' will have only the desire for destruction in their hearts, gradually losing familial love, friendship, and romantic love, ultimately becoming a puppet of the Box of Ultimate Bliss, devouring the entire world!"

"I'm really looking forward to seeing how Konoha will deal with such a powerful monster after your death!"

The Nine-Tails, with its vast experience, began recounting a story, with a single purpose: to make Uzumaki Mito realize Hanma's danger, eliminating the possibility of making him a Jinchuriki.

Uzumaki Mito squinted her eyes. The existence of the Box of Ultimate Bliss was something only those from the Warring States period would be familiar with, even for someone from her time.

However, she shook her head shortly after, trusting her own sensory abilities over the Nine-Tails' words.

"Although Hanma's flesh indeed harbors an extremely pure negative energy, his mental state and chakra are very stable, showing no signs of possession..."

Chewing over the Nine-Tails' words, Uzumaki Mito's eyes brightened as she silently exited the sealing space.

"Love, familial love, and friendship, huh..."

"Maybe, Little Tsunade could be the one to restrain Hanma..."

Watching Mito leave, the Nine-Tails snorted coldly and resumed its diligent training, preparing for the worst-case scenario.

"Earlier, you seemed quite lively, huh?"

With a gentle smile, Uzumaki Mito opened her eyes, looked at Hanma and the Third Hokage, and softly asked.

(End of Chapter)