Traveling through the Naruto world to become the God King

"This village is much better than before - the atmosphere that used to permeate the village... is gone!"

Itachi looked around as if savoring the moment and spoke softly.

"You are really amazing - Chiba, Shisui and I lost everything and couldn't do it, but you did it easily!"

"Oh, don't praise me so much... You said it was easy, but I worked so hard! Do you know what I did to build Konoha's reputation? I went to all three major ninja villages. How could it be easy for me?"

Chiba glared at Itachi.

Since taking over Konoha, Chiba has made many plans!

First we rectified the internal situation, then shaped the external situation. It took us a lot of effort to get to where we are today! It was indeed not easy.

"Okay, let's not talk about this anymore, Itachi... Did you come to Konoha for the Nine-Tails this time!?"

Itachi's pupils suddenly contracted.

"It seems that I can't hide it from you——"

"Of course, your other purpose should be to meet Sasuke, right? Hehe... You really dote on your brother! Don't worry, as long as Sasuke is in the village, I will definitely guarantee his safety!"

The implication is that if Sasuke was not in the village, or if he committed suicide, Chiba's actions would be different.

"The Nine-Tails is just one of the things. The organization has long been planning to target the tailed beasts, not just the Nine-Tails!"

Itachi said solemnly.

Chiba might be the only person in the world who understands him, so Itachi trusts Chiba very much and does not hide anything.

"I know this. The leader of your organization attacked me a while ago... but I beat him away!"

Itachi was stunned, a little shocked.

He was driven away. The leader of the organization was the invincible Pain who possessed the legendary Rinnegan, but Chiba actually drove him away.

"Chiba, y-y-you are talking about Pain!?"

"Yes, the leader in the open is him! Of course... I took the masked man with me, but I don't think he's dead. He has many Sharingans and ninjutsu like Izanagi, and even I can't do anything with him!"

Even if he wanted to change his fate, Chiba couldn't have protected Obito all the time at that time. After all, Pain was threatening Mei Terumi, so he set up the Wood Release Seed and left.

Itachi was deeply shocked by Chiba's words, and he slowly breathed a sigh of relief after a moment.

At first he was a little worried. After all, the organization would take action against the Nine-Tails sooner or later, although he and the organization had agreed that they would not take action against Konoha while he was alive.

But Itachi couldn't guarantee that he could survive to the end.

"Really? I was going to remind you, but it seems I was worrying too much! This is fine..."

After calming down and being silent for a while, Itachi finally spoke.

"But, Itachi - have you ever thought about returning to Konoha? I'm the Hokage now. If you come back, you're always welcome..."

Hearing Chiba's words, Itachi was stunned for a moment, and then his expression became complicated.

Itachi was a very controversial character in the original work. He was said to be loyal and righteous, but he massacred his entire clan; he was said to be ruthless, but he shouldered a burden for Konoha and Sasuke that ordinary people could not bear.

After a moment, Itachi's eyes firmed and he shook his head.

"No, thank you for your kindness, Chiba... I am now a sinner of Konoha. Going back will be useless and may even damage your reputation--"

"Don't you want to think about it? As long as you agree, I have a way to help you get back on track..."

Qianye said calmly that he had the confidence.

This time, Itachi didn't hesitate and just shook his head.

"No need, this is my destiny... This is the path I chose, and I will continue on it. You also said that you have your way of doing things and I have mine. Perhaps - this is my choice!"

"Really? Since you've decided, I won't force you, but the door to Konoha is always open to you! If you get tired and want to come back, you're always welcome!"

"Thanks, Chiba!"

Qianye nodded without further explanation...

Chiba will take care of Akatsuki's affairs.

There is still value in keeping Xiao now.

Uchiha Obito, Uchiha Madara, and... Black Zetsu, don't think that the Ten-Tails is only your target!

"Okay, let's stop here today, Chiba... I'm very happy to have talked to you for so long. If there is a chance to meet again--"

Itachi didn't finish his words, but Chiba understood the determination in his words.

"Then... let's stop here for today!"

The two nodded, and Qianye smiled slyly.

"You should go check on your partner. By the way...when we get back to Akatsuki, tell Pein a message for me!"

"What words!"

"If you want to snatch the Nine-Tails, Konoha welcomes you to challenge at any time - if you have the ability, just come and try!"

"It really fits your provocative personality!"

"It's just the art of speaking!"

After the two finished talking, Itachi jumped up and disappeared in front of Chiba in an instant.

"Have you already started paying attention to the tailed beasts... Akatsuki is also going to take action!! Time is passing faster than expected!"

Looking at Itachi's disappearing back, Chiba muttered to himself while rubbing his eyes.

"It's about time I took my eyes a step further..."

The next step after the Mangekyō Sharingan is the Rinnegan.

Chiba is also very much looking forward to what abilities his Rinnegan will have!

To open the Samsara Eye, you must use the power of Naruto and Sasuke! That is, the reincarnation of Indra and Ashura.

"But...they are too young——"

The key is insufficient chakra. This is the most critical point. Chiba's current huge chakra will absorb their chakra and then filter it, making it basically useless.

"So - we have to wait until Shippuden!?"

Night falls.

Chiba did not stay in the village because there was something he had to deal with as soon as possible.

This matter should have been made clear at the beginning, but due to the affairs of Pain and the Three Kingdoms, it has been delayed until now.

In the next period of time, Qianye plans to go to Loulan Kingdom.

This matter must be settled before then.

Thinking of this, Qianye made a seal casually and the corners of his mouth twitched slightly.

"Instant transfer!"

With a swish, Chiba suddenly disappeared in a corner of Konoha.

When he appeared again, he was in an unfamiliar room.

It's a foggy room!

Qianye quickly threw it aside, not wanting people to think he was a pervert.

Then I discovered that this foggy room… was actually a bathroom.

"Uh... So he's taking a shower. Should I get out of the way now?!"

Chiba hesitated for a moment, trying hard to suppress the urge to peek, and then quietly left the bathroom.

As Qianye walked out, a head suddenly popped out from behind the curtain.

“Is this an illusion…!?”

And the moment she came out, the towel she was using to wipe her hair fell directly to the ground.

"Um... well, good evening! Mei Terumi - how should I put this!? Long time no see! No, actually I just saw you a few days ago. Anyway, how are you doing!?"

Chiba smiled bitterly. Should we say that he came in time or not? In short, at this moment, Terumi Mei's expression showed an impulse to kill someone.

“Where did you come from!”

"Get out of here! This is my home. What are you doing here in the middle of the night? Even if we are allies, you have no reason to..."

"I just wanted to come over to talk about what happened that night!"

For a moment! Terumi Mei froze.

Then his lips moved slightly and he subconsciously looked away.

"I don't know what happened that night! Go back... We have nothing to talk about. You are the Hokage and I am the Mizukage. We are just allies, that's all!"

"I am a man, I know what I should bear for what I have done! If I can't even face this kind of thing, then what's the point of me being a man!?"

"I was drunk that night, it was my fault... If I hadn't said those words and done those things, what happened that night wouldn't have happened! You don't have to feel guilty!"

Chiba then stood up from the sofa with an extremely serious expression.

"This is not a question of who is right or wrong! This is a question of principle. I want to make a promise to you today... I want your answer!"

puff.

Chiba suddenly pushed Terumi Mei against the wall and looked down at the tearful woman.

Mei Terumi was frightened by Chiba, her face turned red instantly and her heartbeat began to accelerate.

He looked away, not daring to look at Qianye.

I didn’t feel anything last time because I was drunk, but this time I was sober and a masculine scent hit me in the face.

In this empty living room, the breathing sounds of the two people filled the entire room.