Chapter 6 : Nine-tails Transfer Ceremony¯\_( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)_/¯
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The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, took the lead and said, "Mito-sama, we would like to ask you about the follow-up arrangements regarding Uzumaki Kushina becoming the Jinchūriki of the Nine Tails."
Hiruzen explained his thoughts, as well as those of Danzo and the other village elders.
The room fell into complete silence. Hiruzen, Danzo, Koharu, and Homura all awaited Uzumaki Mito's response.
Mito took her time, carefully considering the consequences of Kushina becoming the new Jinchūriki.
After a long moment of contemplation, Uzumaki Mito finally spoke.
"Follow the Third Hokage's wishes."
"Mito-sama, this—" Danzo immediately stood up, ready to object.
"Danzo, I have my own judgment on this matter," Mito interjected firmly.
The battle between Madara Uchiha and the First Hokage took place at the Valley of the End. None of Konoha's villagers had ever witnessed the Nine Tails in action, nor had they truly experienced its destructive power firsthand.
Now, the only ones aware of Kushina's new role as the Nine Tails' Jinchūriki were the highest-ranking officials in the village.
If Kushina was kept under excessively strict supervision, it might not be necessary.
Given this, there was no reason to conceal Kushina's identity as the Nine Tails' new host.
As the previous Jinchūriki, Mito had never lost control of the beast, nor had she caused any harm to the village.
Moreover, after observing the recent state of the Nine Tails, she felt even more confident in her young successor.
Having shared her opinion, Mito noticed Danzo's reluctance to speak further, which she took as his silent agreement.
If the Anbu were to monitor Kushina too closely, it might inadvertently attract unwanted attention from enemies.
Besides, Uzumaki Mito was a highly respected figure in Konoha. Neither Hiruzen nor Danzo dared to refute her outright.
"Understood, Mito-sama," Hiruzen said. "There are still many matters to attend to in the village. We will take our leave."
Uzumaki Mito waved her hand dismissively.
Hiruzen, Danzo, and the others bowed to her once again before departing.
"Tsk, these Konoha politicians, especially Danzo and the Third Hokage, are all schemers," a voice echoed inside Mito's mind.
Kurama, the Nine Tails, chuckled with amusement.
Even without fully manifesting, he could sense Danzo's barely concealed malice.
In front of Mito, Danzo hid his true intentions well.
But it was impossible to deceive the Nine Tails, a being forged from pure hatred.
Even if Mito detected Danzo's ill intent, she assumed it was solely directed at the Nine Tails.
That evening, Kushina lay in Uzumaki Mito's arms.
Over the past few days, Mito had been teaching her about Konoha's structure, history, and important figures. Meanwhile, Kushina had taken the opportunity to explore the village.
When she learned that she would be able to attend the ninja academy like an ordinary child, her eyes sparkled with excitement.
Here, she found her dream.
"I want to become the first female Hokage!" Kushina declared with enthusiasm.
Mito gave her an encouraging smile.
"That's a wonderful dream, Kushina," Mito said, raising a thumb in approval. "I believe you will succeed."
"Thank you, Mito-sama!"
Compared to this passionate junior, Mito felt a sense of admiration.
She had only ever been the wife of a Hokage, but Kushina aimed to become Hokage herself.
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After many preparations, the time for the Nine Tails Jinchūriki handover finally arrived.
Kurama, who resided within Uzumaki Mito, observed the transfer ceremony's location with interest.
Unlike Konoha's usual high-security chambers, the ceremony was being conducted in a hidden cave outside the village.
The process of transferring a tailed beast, much like childbirth for a Jinchūriki, carried immense risks.
To prevent the Nine Tails from escaping and wreaking havoc, the transfer was being conducted outside the village, shielded by multiple barrier layers.
Sarutobi Biwako, the Third Hokage's wife, was in charge of the ritual. Outside, elite Anbu operatives stood guard.
"Mito-sama, everything is ready," Biwako reported respectfully.
"I understand, Biwako, please step back."
Inside the stone chamber, candlelight flickered, illuminating only Uzumaki Mito and Kushina.
Mito looked at the younger girl with a calm expression.
"Kushina, don't be afraid."
Kushina took a deep breath and nodded.
"I won't be afraid."
She had already steeled herself for this moment.
Kurama, deep inside Mito, found himself intrigued.
Over the past few days, he had sensed his chakra gradually loosening within the seal.
But now, the real event was beginning.
Uzumaki Mito untied her sash, allowing her robe to slip off, revealing her frail, aged body.
Kushina followed suit, though the contrast was stark—she was young, with a long future ahead of her.
Kurama found the transfer process strange. Did a Jinchūriki transfer truly have to be conducted like this?
But both Mito and Kushina had already agreed to the procedure.
Kushina lay down on the stone bed, her body tense with anticipation.
Uzumaki Mito formed a complex series of hand seals before pressing her palm against Kushina's abdomen.
Instantly, a powerful surge of red chakra erupted from Mito's body, flooding the chamber with its oppressive energy.
"Kushina," Mito warned, her voice steady despite the strain, "the more the Nine Tails resists, the more painful it will be. Endure it."
Sweat beaded on Mito's forehead as she focused intently on the sealing process.
The immense chakra began to flow into Kushina's body, forcing its way inside her.
This method was the most stable and ensured a stronger seal.
It was only possible when transferring the Nine Tails between female Jinchūriki.
Kurama, still within Mito, felt an odd sensation.
He found himself unable to resist the process, so he simply accepted it.
The moment Kurama's chakra first entered Kushina's body, she let out a strangled cry.
The agony was overwhelming.
"It hurts—" she screamed, her voice raw.
The sheer pain of the process was comparable to childbirth.
"Kushina, hold on!" Mito urged. "The Nine Tails' power is vast. This transfer will take time."
Kushina's body trembled, her face drenched in sweat. Tears pricked at her eyes, but she clenched her jaw, refusing to cry out again.
She bit her lip so hard that it almost bled.
"I won't lose… to that stupid fox…" she muttered through gritted teeth.
The pain was unbearable, but it was temporary.
The most agonizing moment had passed—the initial surge of the Nine Tails' chakra into her body.
Gradually, Kushina's body adjusted.
She began to feel warmth rather than pain.
And then, something changed.
Strength. Power. A surge of something incredible.
At that moment, she knew.
She had truly inherited the Nine Tails.
She had become a Jinchūriki.
And she would use this power to forge her own destiny.
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