Uzushiogakure

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Three days later,

Aina accompanied by her son and other senju guards had finally passed the sea and had stepped in to the region that came under the banner of Land Of Whirlpool 🌀.

They had travelled by 2 long boats which were already pre arranged by Ashina for their travel.

The Land of Whirlpool was surrounded by water on all four sides. It was located on an island off of the coast of the Land of Fire. Several great whirlpools lie off of the coast, preventing the passage of great numbers to the island. But it was not closest to the land of fire .Instead, Land of water was way closer to it, despite being separated by a huge water body.

Several great whirlpools lay off the coast, preventing the passage of large numbers to the island.

There have been countless skirmishes between the land of water 's daimyo and Uzushiogakure for the resources. Though anyone at first glance after visiting uzushiogakure could easily determine that it was the land of waters who were actually targetting the resources of L. O. W ( land of whirpools).

L. O. W, was in itself a thriving nation filled with abundant resources and a vast array of sealing techniques for which any land would be happy to make it a part of their territory.

But naturally L.O.W being close allies with the senju clan often deterred other nations and clans to avoid attacking it. And with the vast knowledge of sealing arrays they were natural freaks of nature, not easy to be conquered.

Uzumaki's were usually withdrawn from wars and it had been years since they participated in anything big except the usual clashes with the clans surrounding them.

As they bypassed the land covered by giant trees 🌲🌳🌴 , they came in contact with some big stones, which were very unlikely to be actually placed there, as this was the main route to the town... Atleast that's what Tatsuya thought. He didn't voice out his thoughts , because as soon as it came in sight his mother had already dropped a few drops of her blood on a seemingly particular small shaped rock which was easy to ignore for the common eye.

As if reality had crashed down... A veil covering everything in front of them had been removed and cooing of birds which he had been hearing till now dwindled down as sound of water rushing down could be heard..

Though the seen in front remained the same Tatsuya couldn't help but notice that it was somehow different ... Chakra had moved in various inscripting patterns in air after his mother had dropped her blood.

She continued moving and knowing that Tatsuya was somehow amazed she asked, " Pretty good right? Little Tat...hu..hihi" She chuckled seemingly looking at Tatsuya with curiousity and pride.

Before answering her, Tatsuya looked behind only to find that they were alone and the guards had left them as soon as they saw those strange rocks.

" What happened mom, why did the guards leave.... And what was with all those stones stuff? " Tatsuya asked her, though he already had a pretty close grasp as to what actually was happening.

" Well son, you see the guards could and are allowed to only escort us this far.. Further only those who either have the uzumaki bloodline or have been invited are allowed to proceed forward... Usually for trade and stuff we use different routes.. This one is only for incoming people.. Those stones were arrays ,a sealing formation beyond grandmaster level.. Only which your grandfather has touched that level of mastery...". As if teaching a little child from the very beginning she explained dutifully, but with a hidden glint of pride in her tone.

Smiling ,she continued, " Even your father and brothers will have to come from another route which will be filled with inspection.. But since you are my son.. You don't need to worry about these proceddings.... We will be spending quite some time here ".

" Mom then will I be able to meet my grandpa? And when will i be able to return home? " Tatsuya had a quite grasp of future events, knowing that L. O. W will be destroyed by the combined forces of three nations, he didn't pry further, asking about it's security managements.

By now he had already come to the conclusion that their were definitely traitors within the Uzumaki's including the future leaders of konoha, which had led to eventual downfall of this beautiful country.

Under such heavy security it would have been impossible to actually pass the first layer of security, which was the surrounding waterbodies, having huge whirpools, which were seemingly impossible to pass unless you had a detailed map or information about the particular area.

" You hurt me Little Tat, ... Do you not see this land as your home? " She asked in a teasing voice.

" But mom neither elder brothers or father are here so how can i see it as home.. For me it's only habitable because you are here with me" Tatsuya paused and then replied to her.

" Ain't you talking big for your age...hmm?? It seems you have matured faster than either of your brothers " She hummed as she spoke those words with her eyes narrowing towards Tatsuya.

Although Tatsuya had just reached the of 2 years and three months, his body had already advanced quite a bit, thus he could feel himself sweating at the back of his head when his mother narrowed her eyes at him.

Trying to divert her attention he spoke " Mom look we are quite close to our new home" already embracing the fact that this was his living habitat for the near future.

" Changing topics ..huhh... Well maybe your maturing has something to do with your kekei.. Oh whatever ", whispering to herself with an underlying curiosity gleaming in her voice.

Soon we came to a high end gate or that's what it looked like,where two ninjas were stationed.

Seeing Aina they immediately stood upright, bowing to her they declared in a respectful voice simultaneously, " Lady Aina, it's our honour to have you back!! ".

Aina nodded towards them as she continued moving.

The village was bustling with redheads, and Tatsuya being perched up on his mothers shoulder could see it in its full glory, thinking 'They definitely are more advanced than the most clans... Even the senju's houses doesn't have such intricate structure.

Heads turned our way as many people offered a little bow towards mom with a joyful smile on their face. My mom ever the polite one also did a few bows as she continued moving towards a large building. Which even by my standards was pretty huge for the shinobi world of this era.

As soon as we arrived infront of the gates of the huge red and black coloured building which seemed awfully like the ancient Japanese buildings, a tall man suddenly appeared in front of us.He had deep red hair , bearing a little bit of stress on his face, as it seemed to reflect came in front of us. He had deep red hair, with light brown eyes, wearing standard shinobi equipment even after being present in the heart of the clan lands.

He was handsome,undeniably so though it seemed as though the title of uzukage bore a heavy burden on him.

Aina seemed to resonate with Tatsuya's thought process, as she questioned in a little worried tone, speaking before he could even form his own words, " What have you been doing these past days., look at you!! ".

Ignoring Aina's question his gaze immediately stopped towards Tatsuya as a hefty grin 😁 spread on his face, snatching him from his mother arms with ease, which Tatsuya was sure that his mother had actually let Ashina.

" Well well if ain't Little Tatsuya, how have you been and if you are wondering who I am ,then I am your uncle, -- Uncle Ashina , hahaha " He spoke in a jubilant tone , as if all his exhaustion had flown away.

His nose snuggled to Tatsuya's cheek in an attempt to show his love for him, as he continued speaking without giving Tatsuya even a moment to speak.

Giggles escaped from Tatsuya as he found himself in embrace of another person who had made him feel again as if their was a strange connection between them.

Trying to regain his stature Tatsuya replied in an excited and joyful tone, " Hihi, hello uncle, I'm good.".

Seeing her son son enjoy the hold of her brother so much happiness flickered in her eyes which quickly turned to a little jealousy as she quickly took back Tatsuya back in her arms , saying, " Don't take my Tatsuya away from me.. Hmph.. ".

Ashina quickly became dejected as soon as Tatsuya was snatched away from him by his little sister..

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