A Journey Through the Universes

Chapter 149: Глава 82 – Доставучий

From that very conversation and Madara’s decision to go for the Hokage title to the end, a month has passed.

Most of the people were still shocked that Madara Uchiha himself appeared in Konoha, alive, young and healthy, and also expressed a desire to become a Hokage.

The clan heads were especially shocked when Tetsuya and Hiruzen introduced him at a meeting a month ago.

But to get a better picture, it’s worth remembering how that meeting went.

a month ago.

Hokage’s office.

Sarutobi Hiruzen was sitting at his desk and smoking a pipe, examining documents – Hmm, the police did well this month. –

– Thank you, Hokage. Fugaku, the head of Konoha’s military police force, said with some pride

– By the way, Hokage, did your son, Asuma, by any chance turn a year old yesterday? – said a large man, by the shape of whose body you can immediately understand that he is from the Akimichi clan.

– Oh~ oh, yes. – Hiruzen was distracted from the documents and smiled

– Why didn’t you tell us then?! At least we baked a cake as a gift. –

– Oh, no need. As for the celebration, we did it in a narrow family circle. –

The other clan heads mentally made a note to send congratulatory gifts for Sarutobi’s son.

The leaders of the major clans stood in a semicircle around the table. Some were talking, others were silently waiting for the end of the meeting.

Suddenly Hyuga Hiashi, who had been standing with his eyes closed before, said with interest – Hmm, the head of Senju also decided to attend the meeting today. –

Everyone in the room was surprised, except Hokage. Tetsuya rarely attended such meetings, as he did not see the point in it. Clan leaders attended these gatherings in order not to give the other clans the slightest advantage, and also to snatch some pieces of influence in the village. The person aiming for the place of the emperor did not see any sense in such meetings and went to them only when he just wanted to.

“Just… just who is accompanying him?” The head of Hyuga frowned

Sarutobi mentally sighed as he knew what was about to begin…

The door to the office opened – Greetings to everyone! Tetsuya said with a smile as he strode into the office.

The clan heads nodded affably in response and focused their gazes on the man who accompanied Uzumaki. Usually outsiders are not allowed to attend meetings, but there have always been exceptions. Everyone was wondering who the Shinobi God could consider an exception.

Following Tetsuya was a thirty-year-old man with a magnificent head of hair and mystical purple eyes.

No one recognized Madara, which is no wonder, even Hiruzen did not find this Uchiha.

More precisely, no one recognized Madara, except for the current head of the Uchiha clan, Fugaku Uchiha. Madara’s actions were a heavy disgrace on their name, and therefore all the highest representatives of the clan had to know everything about Madara Uchiha, including his appearance.

Involuntarily, the mangekyo sharingan pattern spun in Fugaku’s eyes – You ~ s … – he drawled with hatred and surprise

Everyone looked at each other in shock from Fugaku’s reaction. Still, quite a few things can cause such emotions in a person who suppresses them in every possible way.

– So much hate. Madara smiled slightly, looking into Fugaku’s eyes

– Madara Uchiha. Fugaku spat out these words, as if disgusted only by their sound

– Madara Uchiha? –

“The one?” –

– The traitor… –

Those present were shocked by the personality that Tetsuya brought.

Everyone was talking weakly, sharing their thoughts and emotions.

And at the same time, no one was going to attack him, because the Shinobi God was nearby, which means everything is under control.

Well, no one except Fugaku, who was now like a fighting dog that had an extremely burning desire to cling to the throat of the enemy.

Gathering his emotions, Fugaku exhaled and inhaled – Tetsuya… What’s he doing here? Or rather, why is he still alive? Why is he so young? –

Tetsuya tilted his head inquiringly to the side – Well, I rejuvenated him… –

– Why!? –

– What for? So that he would not die of old age. Uzumaki said and looked at Fugaku with a look: “Why are you asking such obvious things?”

The head of the Uchiha seemed to be able to explode from his overflowing emotions

– As for why I brought him… Well, I wanted to introduce you to my candidate for the post of Hokage. –

Silence… Silence after the dropped bomb…

The heads looked from Tetsuya to Madara with shocked faces. Even Hyuga couldn’t resist pinching himself to check if it was a dream.

Suddenly, a loud “KAI!” was heard in the silence. –

Everyone turned around and saw how the shocked Fugaku folded the seal and tried to remove the genjutsu–KAI! –

Tetsuya shook his head, “This is not an illusion, Fugaku. I’m serious. –

It was impossible to look at him now without pity.

Wide-open and shocked eyes, in which the mangekye sharingan pattern danced. The hands that formed the seal trembled, and the fingers turned white from the tension and the force with which they were squeezed.

In addition, the other clan heads were already ready to “express” their honest opinion about candidate Tetsui, but he was faster.

– Of course I have a reason to bring him to Konoha and even recommend him for the post of Kage. – he said, sitting down on a chair in the center of the room – Let me ask you, what have you heard about Ootsutsuki? –

On that day, Tetsuya partially initiated the leaders into his plan.

He told them about the Ootsutsuki who would come to this world for the chakra and about his knowledge of the future. He told why Madara betrayed Konoha and why he decided to come back.

He did not talk about the unification of the Shinobi world, because he believed that it was too early to mention it, although he did not have to doubt the leaders of the clans, but it was better not to risk it.

With Tetsui’s persuasions, Madaru was creakingly accepted back to Konoha, but he had to climb the Shinobi career ladder from the very beginning.

The Uchiha who wanted to kill Madara were the most opposed to this decision, but the problem was that Madara was the second most powerful person after Tetsuya, so they had to agree to give him a chance.

But surprisingly, there was a person who did not want to see Madara within Konoha more than Uchiha.

Shimura Danzo. A man who took over from his teacher distrust of the Uchiha and raised him to the absolute.

After the meeting, Danzo burst into Hokage’s office when he was alone – Sarutobi! –

– Kha! – choked Hiruzen pipe – Kha, kha, kha! Scared you, you idiot! –

Danzo quickly approached Kage’s desk – What the hell did Madara Uchiha forget in Konoha!? Why is he alive? Why is he now a Konoha shinobi?! And Hokage?! Is he going to become a Hokage?! What the hell am I asking you!? –

– “Kami, my old rival, it’s the first time I’ve seen so many emotions on your face.” – thought Hiruzen, looking at Shimura’s furious face – I kind of sent ANBU to deliver a scroll to you… –

– And I read it! What nonsense is this?! What kind of aliens?! What kind of conspiracy?! And even if that’s the case, you can still do without this traitor! I thought Tetsuya would be Hokage! –

– Don’t spit. Hiruzen muttered, removing a few drops from his face, “Tetsuya is not going to be Hokage… –

– Hiruzen, we agreed on the opposite! I will only support his candidacy for this post! –

And it’s true, Shimura Danzo, the head of the Root, strongly supported Tetsui’s candidacy for the post of Hokage and discussed it with Sarutobi more than once. This is quite surprising, considering that he did not maintain any ties with Tetsuya himself.

All because Shimura saw Tetsuya as the perfect Hokage. Who is the perfect Hokage for him? The perfect Hokage, in Danzo’s view, must have the power of Hashirama Senju and the mindset of Tobirama Senju.

And Uzumaki Tetsuya is just like that in Shimura’s view.

The most amazing thing is that such a selfish and vicious person like Danzo considered Tetsui’s candidacy better than his own, but only Tetsui’s candidacy. The thought that Hokage would become Madara made Danzo’s heart ache.

Danzo believed that once Uzumaki Tetsuya became Hokage, it would not take ten years before the Will of Fire would spread to all countries. He believed that Tetsuya could easily conquer all countries and raise the banner of the land of Fire over them.

– I know that we talked about something else, but what will I do if he aspires to the post of Emperor. – caricatured, “with sadness”, sighed Hiruzen, slyly squinting.

Danzo was ready to express his extreme dissatisfaction once again, but then his mind caught on one word. – The Emperor? –

– Uh-huh. Hiruzen nodded, blowing smoke out of his nose

– How is it the Emperor? –

– Well, he’s going to unite the Shinobi world and become an Emperor. –

In Danzo’s empty head, a holiday with fireworks began – I don’t quite understand… –

– hm. He is going to unite the countries under his rule, but he is not going to impose his culture and worldview on them. –

– Ahem, that is, Konoha will not be the main one? –

– No. – Hokage shrugged his shoulders – However, Konoha will be the capital of the future empire. At least that’s what his plans are. –

“Well… it’s not that bad… But I’m still against Madara! –

– Tetsuya recommended him for this post. He says that Madara has changed and that he is ready to vouch for him. Also, Madara himself said that he would prove it not with words, but with deeds. –

– Ahem. Well. Let’s see, time will tell… But I’m against it! – Danzo said finally and left the office with a flying gait

–Miracles…” muttered Hiruzen, shaking his head

In the present

– Don’t piss me off! Madara shouted as he raced on the heels of a small cat.

The animal felt great in the forest and managed to magically slip out of the Uchiha’s hands every time. Madara himself could not use his power, as he was afraid of accidentally killing the animal, and this is unlikely to please the customer.

– Stop the creature! Madara exclaimed when the cat, using small cracks in the roots of trees, again escaped from the hands of the thirty–year-old genin

“You’re forcing me, you fiend. – with a twinkle in his eyes, Uchiha slowly spoke, stretching out his hand towards the fleeing animal – Tendo. –

Following the word, an attractive force burst out of Madara’s palm.

The fleeing cat, which was already in a small clearing, froze in the air during the jump, and then slowly flew into Genin’s hand with a dissatisfied squeal.

Grabbing the animal by the scruff of the neck, Madara looked into the cat’s discontented eyes – Are you still dissatisfied with something!? Why the hell aren’t you affected by genjutsu!? – he was shaking the cat. Madara thought that with the help of genjutsu he could easily complete the mission, but for some reason the cat turned out to be invulnerable to illusions and the poor Uchiha had to run after her – Kami, what am I doing… –

There were soft claps above the Uchiha’s head. *CLAP* *CLAP* *CLAP*

Raising his head, Madara saw an impudent grin on the face of the red–haired guy who was so mockingly patting – To use Rinnegan’s “Way of Heaven” to catch a cat… Old man Rikudo probably didn’t even realize that he could be used like that. –

– What do you want? Madara muttered with displeasure

– Nothing. I was just passing by and felt like someone was using such a powerful force to catch the poor cat. –

Madara shook his head – I wish I was dead… –

Tetsuya jumped down and stroked the cat in Madara’s arms. Pussy happily pressed her head against the hand of the Shinobi God and purred quite, which made the Uchiha even more furious – Is it really that bad? You’ve spent your whole life in wars and training. Don’t you like this kind of relaxed peaceful life? Isn’t this what you’ve always dreamed of? –

Madara looked away, not wanting to agree with Tetsuya’s words, even if it was true.

– Well, if that’s the case, then why not enjoy life because of my goodies? Tetsuya said and an apple pie appeared in his hand

– Get this stuff away from me! Uchiha exclaimed and jumped a few meters away from Uzumaki, while loudly swallowing saliva

– Hmm? What is it? Tetsuya asked innocently

– Don’t play the fool here! After your delicious and wonderful food, I became disgusted with any other food! I couldn’t get away from it for a week, but even now everything I eat resembles complete tastelessness! It’s a drug! –

– what? What drug? I eat it myself and feed my women… –

– Exactly! You feed them, and for a long time! They can’t even think about eating something that you didn’t cook! That’s why I think they’re so silk? What harem? And there it is! They almost eat off your hands, like tame cats! I won’t fall for it anymore! –

– I think you’re exaggerating. Tetsuya said with a laugh, taking a piece of pie in his mouth. Will you? –

Swallowing, Uchiha shook his head sharply and disappeared into the stream of leaves. Shunshin.

– Hmm, you don’t want as you want. I’d rather treat Orochi then. Tetsuya said and walked towards Orochi’s laboratory

Some time later.

Orochi Laboratory

There were two people in the spacious room.

The room was perfectly lit. There were a couple of mugs and an empty pie dish on one of the tables.

– Are you sure? Tetsuya asked

– Yes. – Orochi replied and began to undress

As soon as possible, she completely undressed. The girl looked at Tetsui’s face with interest, but saw that the guy looked away – I thought it was not new for you to see a woman’s body. With your gigolo track record and iryenin’s divine skills, it seems strange to take your eyes off a naked female body. –

With an effort, the guy turned his gaze to Orochi and rubbed the back of his head and said – Oh, I’m not to embarrass you. –

– Well, I’m not embarrassed. You can watch. She said calmly, narrowing her eyes slightly.

–Ah-ha-ha! Okay, okay, let’s get to the ritual. Tetsuya said hurriedly

The girl nodded and slowly entered the big seal.

There were two tables in the center of this seal. On one of them lay a faceless humanoid without any reproductive signs. A girl lay down on the other table.

– Ready? –

– Yes. – she answered, closing her eyes

– Okay, let’s get started. –

The chakra burst out of Tetsuya’s body and entered the seal, activating it.

Gradually, Orochi’s body turned into smoke, which rapidly headed into the humanoid’s body. When there was nothing left of Orochi’s body, the second phase of the ritual began.

The humanoid’s body began to slowly change and, unfortunately, not in the direction it should have.

“What the hell!?” Tetsuya exclaimed with a frown.

Slowly, the humanoid took the form of a perfect female body, but Tetsuya could not do anything, because this could put Orochi’s life and existence under serious threat.

And so the ritual continued until its epilogue came.

The seal went out. The girl’s eyelids trembled and eventually opened, revealing a mesmerizing snake pupil. Then the eyes turned black and three tomoes spun in them.

Turning off the sharingan, Orochi regained her snake pupil and slowly got up from the table – I am a woman. – she said calmly

– Yes. Tetsuya pursed his lips, “I do not know why this happened. –

– Nothing, don’t worry. Orochi smiled slightly

– Where did I go wrong? I couldn’t be wrong. – Uzumaki withdrew into himself

“Tetsuya, don’t worry, I’m not upset about this outcome. Maybe it’s fate. –

The guy frowned and looked into the girl’s eyes as if trying to find something – Are you sure you’re not upset? –

– No, it’s all right. Apparently this is fate. –

– No, I have to figure out the problem. Tetsuya shook his head and walked over to the seal

The girl bit her lip, watching as the guy went to get to the bottom of it.

After a while, Tetsuya exclaimed, “What the hell? –

– What is it? –

– It’s not like that! I set up the seal so that you could return to your male form, but someone changed the seal! Instead, fuin on the contrary has strengthened your female transformation and consolidated it! –

– What a pity. – the girl said calmly and spread her hands – Apparently someone got in here and changed the seal. –

– It’s impossible, I checked the seal yesterday and it was fine. No one could change her so much overnight. Tetsuya shook his head categorically

– hm. What if the criminal has not entered the laboratory for the first time? Perhaps he has already penetrated here several times and was able to study the seal enough. –

Tetsuya looked skeptically at the girl – So you want to say that some Shinobi, well versed in fuinjutsu, sneaked into your laboratory several times unnoticed and eventually changed the seal? –

– It seems so. – Orochi shrugged her shoulders – Don ‘t get hung up… –

“It doesn’t make any sense. Why would anyone do that? –

“How do I know what the criminal was thinking?” –

– That’s also true… I think I’ll find him. There are very few people capable of doing this, plus there should have been some evidence left… –

– No need … – Orochi said softly, bringing her eyebrows together

– Don’t be afraid. Tetsuya waved his hand, looking suspiciously at the girl – It’s not difficult for me. –

– I said no need. – Orochi said loudly and clearly, and then quietly added – I don’t want to drag you into my problems. I’ll figure it out myself, I’m not a helpless little girl. –

– I understand. Well, when will we repeat the ritual? –

– Shall we repeat it? – the girl said questioningly, clearly surprised

– Yes. This fuin certainly consolidated the results, but I think I can create a seal that can still return you to a man’s appearance. –

– Yes, don’t… –

– Come on, it’s not difficult for me. This is already a professional interest. Tetsuya narrowed his eyes. The guy’s eyes sparkled with amusement.

“Well… will you need another homunculus?” –

– Yes. –

– Then it will take time… –

– A month? –

– No, I ran out of the right ingredients… –

– I’ll help you get them. –

– We need to grow a homunculus again, and I want this ritual to make me stronger again… so we need to get rare genes again… All this should also take time … plus the development of printing, and I need to rest, in general, not in the near future. –

– That’s how. Well, if anything, call me. –

– OK. Orochi breathed out

– Oh, yes, before I leave, let me ask. –

– Yes? –

– Why are you still naked? –

Orochi looked at her naked body and tilting her head calmly said – Oh, I forgot. –

– Nothing happens. I often forget to get dressed, too. Well, bye. –

A moment later, Tetsuya disappeared.

The naked girl was left alone in this quiet room.

Wiping a few large drops of sweat from her forehead, Orochi exhaled softly and with relief – “Sometimes you are so annoying and meticulous.” –