"Tagitsuhime, are you saying this thing is a Six Paths ninja tool?"
"Why does it not really look like one to me?"
The more Gekko Chizan looked at the bracelet in his hand, the more something felt off. Logically speaking, there were only five Six Paths ninja tools: the Banana Palm Fan, the Seven Stars Blade, the Amber Purification Jar, the Crimson Gourd, and the Gold Rope.
He had never heard of there being a bracelet.
And what was going on with this bracelet anyway? It was divided into five colors—yellow, red, blue, purple, and black.
What the hell was this black one?
"What nonsense. If something like this counts as a Six Paths ninja tool, then the Sage of Six Paths really dropped in value."
"Sense it yourself. There are four kinds of chakra on this bracelet—fire, earth, wind, and lightning."
"Didn't Pakura say it already? That black water that appeared in the house earlier should be water."
"So that means five elements are sealed inside this bracelet. That black color should be what it looks like after being used."
Listening to Tagitsuhime's analysis, Gekko Chizan revealed a trace of disdain.
Five attributes—tch. Sounds impressive, but it looks pretty mediocre.
"A piece of trash. Just carrying this piece of trash, and you still dared to cause trouble in my house."
"You've got some nerve."
"Tagitsuhime, paralyze him. Don't kill him—I'm taking him to Kumogakure to demand answers."
Tagitsuhime's senjutsu specialized in binding and paralysis. This was effortless for her.
Within the red glow, a ripple flashed by, and Dōkaku instantly lost all consciousness.
Paralysis—paralysis to the extreme. Even his brain was paralyzed. To put it plainly, bound by senjutsu, he was now a complete living corpse.
Unless the senjutsu was released, he would remain like this indefinitely.
"They came pretty fast."
"Next comes retaliation."
Gekko Chizan waved his hand, and Tagitsuhime dispersed the dense senjutsu chakra. The red glow dissipated as well.
Minato Namikaze and Uchiha Fugaku arrived with the ANBU in pursuit.
When they reached the spot where the red light had appeared, they only saw Gekko Chizan holding a child, while Dōkaku from Kumogakure stood stiffly in place.
"Taken care of?"
"Yeah. Just this one guy—not worth the effort."
Minato Namikaze stepped forward and examined Dōkaku, discovering that he was not dead.
"What's his condition?"
"Paralyzed. Ryūchi Cave senjutsu. He's a living corpse now."
"What Kumogakure did this time—hmph—using peace as a pretext."
Minato's words were filled with anger. Kumogakure's actions were equivalent to grinding Konoha's dignity into the ground.
Sneaking into Konoha Village to kidnap people—this was something they actually dared to do.
"This isn't over. What about the other three corpses?"
"Leave them to me as well. Since Kumogakure wants to make trouble, then let's make it big."
Gekko Chizan had already decided to go to Kumogakure to demand accountability. If Kumogakure didn't give him a reasonable explanation and compensation, this matter would not end.
Hearing his words, a trace of helplessness flashed across Minato's face as he began analyzing the current situation.
Uchiha Fugaku, standing to the side, was well aware of the implications of this incident and therefore remained silent.
However, in his heart, he supported Gekko Chizan. His daughter had been kidnapped—if he didn't vent, he'd suffocate to death.
People would point at him when he went out, and he'd have to sit at the kids' table even at banquets.
Of course, he also didn't believe that Gekko Chizan would endure this. After so many years as friends, he knew Gekko Chizan's temperament better than anyone.
"Let's not rush this. Tomorrow, I'll negotiate with Kumogakure."
"Let's see if they'll give a reasonable explanation."
After all, Minato Namikaze was the Hokage now, and every decision had to take the village into account.
In the end, all he got were glares from his two friends.
"Just stop already. Kumogakure dared to do this—do you really think they're afraid of being held accountable?"
"Believe it or not, even if we kill three of them and capture one, they'll still turn around and accuse us."
"Anyway, I'm definitely going to Kumogakure."
"Summoning Technique!"
Before Minato Namikaze could react, the summoning was already complete.
A massive black snake—the Black Mamba—appeared, and without another word, it charged in the direction of Kumogakure. On its body was clearly Gekko Chizan's technique formula.
"The Black Mamba will take time to reach Kumogakure, so during this period, you can communicate with them."
"Minato, I'm not talking nonsense—if the reply Kumogakure gives you is any different from what I said, I'll wash my hair upside down!"
Gekko Chizan let out a cold laugh, his words brimming with confidence.
Minato Namikaze frowned slightly. Although he also had plenty to say about Kumogakure, it was still a major ninja village—surely they wouldn't dare act without taking responsibility, right?
"Alright, let's head back first."
"I'll continue patrolling tonight."
"And don't let your daughter sleep out in the open—she'll catch a chill."
In the end, it was Uchiha Fugaku who stepped in to smooth things over.
Actually, Gekko Chizan wasn't unaware of Minato Namikaze's predicament. If this were his old temperament, he would have already rushed to Kumogakure.
The reason he gave Minato time was because he wanted Minato to understand that these major ninja villages were dirtier than the last.
Once everything unfolded exactly as he said it would, Minato would understand that dealing with such people required only one approach—force.
Holding his daughter, Gekko Chizan suddenly had a thought.
He squatted down on the spot and began drawing circles on the ground with his free hand.
This sudden action left Minato Namikaze and Uchiha Fugaku completely baffled, and they both asked:
"What are you doing?"
"Hmph. Can't I draw a couple of circles?"
"Alright, we're leaving. You go on ahead—I'll be home in a moment."
[Ding! Curse Technique: Draw a Circle to Curse You activated! Target: Fourth Raikage A!]
Only after hearing the system notification did Gekko Chizan rise with satisfaction.
Fourth Raikage, don't you like to play? Then let's start playing.
Hmph! With this curse going off, I want to see just how unlucky you can get!
Even if he couldn't go to Kumogakure to make trouble directly, interest still had to be collected.
...
The Gekko residence was brightly lit, packed with people.
Hatake Sakumo and his son, Hyuga Hizashi and his son— even Kushina and Uchiha Mikoto were there.
Four-year-old Gekko Dōnin, upon hearing that his younger sister had been kidnapped, had a chill all over his little face.
But when they saw Gekko Chizan return holding Gekko Senka, everyone let out a sigh of relief.
"Yo, quite a crowd here."
"Hizashi, why aren't you handling the Hyuga clan's affairs? What are you doing at my place?"
Gekko Chizan was a bit surprised by how many people had suddenly gathered at his home.
"Where's that bastard?"
"ANBU took over. Don't worry—he won't get away."
Pakura took Gekko Senka from his arms. Relief flashed across her face at first, followed immediately by a surge of anger.
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