The people in the Hokage's office were completely stunned by Shizuka's bold and outrageous statement. For a moment, no one knew how to react.
Sakura spoke with a trembling voice,
"Nagi… you have three girlfriends… uh… actually… yeah… that kind of makes sense."
"Yeah, normal."
"I think so too."
At first, they were shocked that Nagi was dating three women at the same time.
But after looking at his unbelievably handsome face… somehow, it suddenly felt reasonable.
Sure enough, when someone's looks reach a certain level, almost anything can be forgiven.
"Ahem, alright. Let's end this topic here."
Tsunade quickly changed the subject.
After all, hearing that such an incredibly handsome man already had girlfriends—was there anything more heartbreaking than that?
"Oh right. Not long ago, the Land of Lightning experienced earthquakes, lightning storms, and other natural disasters. Just now, the Raikage's secretary Mabui sent a telegram saying they still haven't properly thanked you."
She handed Nagi a letter.
"This is their message of thanks. Soon they'll send someone personally to express their gratitude."
Tsunade narrowed her eyes slightly.
"You brat… you just came back from the Land of Lightning, didn't you?"
"Yeah, that's right. Shizuka and I just returned from there."
Nagi took the letter and read it.
Tsunade asked curiously,
"So what exactly did you do in the Land of Lightning? That hot-headed Raikage actually wants to thank you on behalf of the entire village.
You know Konoha and Kumogakure have never exactly been on good terms."
"There was a natural disaster there. I simply went to help with disaster relief."
Technically speaking… that statement wasn't wrong.
He really had gone there to "help with disaster relief."
"I see."
Tsunade nodded thoughtfully.
Then Nagi looked toward Naruto.
"Naruto."
"Hm? What's up, Nagi?"
Naruto turned to him.
"The letter says Kumogakure will grant me a few requests without conditions."
"Oh! That's great! So…"
"So I'm planning to have Killer B teach you how to become a perfect Jinchūriki."
While Nagi could help Naruto himself, Killer B was far more experienced in that area.
The moment he finished speaking, Tsunade immediately objected.
"No! Naruto's safety comes first. And who says they're really acting in good faith?"
As the Hokage, Tsunade couldn't blindly trust favors from another village—especially when Naruto's safety was involved.
If something went wrong, they could simply claim it was Naruto's own fault.
Nagi replied calmly,
"In that case, since the Hokage values Naruto so highly, I'll help him myself."
"T-That… Nagi, this isn't something to joke about! Tailed Beasts are extremely dangerous!"
Tsunade hesitated.
"Yes, Tailed Beasts are indeed dangerous."
Nagi nodded.
Just as Tsunade, Kakashi, and the others sighed in relief…
Nagi's next action shocked them completely.
"In that case, let's talk directly with the Nine-Tails—no, Kurama himself.
After all, becoming a perfect Jinchūriki requires communication with the Tailed Beast."
He beckoned Naruto over.
A faint orange glow appeared in Nagi's hand.
"You've been locked inside a human body for so long. That must've been tough.
Come out, Kurama."
The moment he finished speaking, a puff of smoke suddenly appeared on Naruto's shoulder.
When the smoke cleared…
A tiny orange Nine-Tailed Fox, about the size of a plush toy, was sitting there.
"!?" ×5
Naruto, Sakura, and the others froze.
"Is that… a Nine-Tails plush toy?"
Hearing that, the fox jumped down from Naruto's shoulder and released a terrifying surge of chakra.
"You're the plush toy! Your whole family are plush toys!!"
Tsunade, Kakashi, Sakura, Naruto, and Shizune were all overwhelmed by Kurama's chakra pressure. Cold sweat instantly covered their backs.
Seeing this, Nagi calmly walked over and gently scratched Kurama under the neck.
"Hrrrm…"
Kurama let out a pleased sound, his tiny claws curling slightly in comfort.
"There, there. Kurama is the strongest Tailed Beast. Definitely not a toy."
Nagi then lightly rubbed Kurama's belly.
The little fox became completely relaxed, exposing his stomach while pulling his paws toward Nagi.
"Good boy, good boy. Such a good fox."
At that moment, Nagi began to understand the joy of petting animals.
"So cute~ Can I pet him too?"
Shizuka crouched down eagerly.
Nagi handed Kurama to her, and she began gently stroking the tiny fox.
"So adorable~"
"Hmmmm…"
Kurama wore an extremely comfortable expression.
Live Chat Commentary
[Naruto Uzumaki: That's the big fox!? It has to be fake, right? Every time I saw it before, it acted so arrogant—almost as bad as Sasuke.]
[Sasuke Uchiha: Hah? Idiot Naruto, what nonsense are you talking about!?]
[Minato Namikaze: Judging from the ferocity of the chakra, it's definitely the Nine-Tails… but…]
[Jiraiya: Why does it look like a puppy from the Inuzuka clan? It's so obedient that even I want to pet it.]
Not just Jiraiya—many people across the shinobi world suddenly had the urge to pet the adorable chibi Nine-Tails.
[Kurama: Pet your head! I'm a fox-type Tailed Beast, not a dog!]
[Orochimaru: Hehehe… foxes are part of the canine family.]
[Kurama: ...]
[Shukaku: Hahaha! Kurama, you look just like a puppy. That's embarrassing.]
[Kurama: Hmph. You stupid tanuki should talk. Don't wet yourself when you meet Nagi someday.]
[Shukaku: What did you say, you bastard!?]
[Kushina Uzumaki: Hahaha! The Nine-Tails turned into a puppy. Honestly, it suits him.]
[Mito Uzumaki: Indeed. When Hashirama first brought him back, he was extremely unruly. I never expected him to be so obedient around Nagi.]
[Madara Uchiha: Heh. The presence Nagi gives off has already surpassed Kurama's ability to comprehend. Perhaps it instinctively triggered his canine nature.]
[Kurama: Damn it! Madara Uchiha, YOU'RE the dog!]
[Madara Uchiha: Oh? When this broadcast ends, I'll help Naruto properly discipline you.]
[Naruto Uzumaki: ...]
[Kurama: ...]
The Scene Continues
Seeing how happily Shizuka was petting Kurama, everyone around them couldn't help feeling envious.
Naruto stepped forward.
"Hehe… Shizuka, let me try—"
Before he could finish—
"ROAR!!!"
Kurama suddenly roared directly at Naruto.
The terrifying aura instantly made everyone's hair stand on end.
"Whoa!"
Naruto and the others quickly backed away several steps in fright.
Only then did Kurama nod in satisfaction.
He then returned to lying obediently in Shizuka's arms while she continued petting him.
Seeing this, Naruto pointed at him in frustration.
"Hey! Kurama! I'm your Jinchūriki!"
"Hmph."
Kurama glanced at Naruto with disdain.
The meaning in his eyes was clear:
Who are you? What gives you the right to pet me?
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