HINATA IS BROKEN

Orochimaru. Yes, Orochimaru, the legendary Sannin, was finally here.

In an instant, the ninjas in Konoha Village, who had been on edge, seemed to see a glimmer of hope. Their collective gaze turned to Uzumaki Naruto, whose expression had suddenly turned serious. It was clear that the arrival of this figure was no ordinary event, and from the look on Naruto's face, it was evident that the person approaching was someone of immense power.

At present, there was only one individual who could evoke such a serious response from Naruto, and that person was none other than Orochimaru, the notorious rogue ninja and one of the most dangerous figures to have ever emerged from Konoha.

Senju Tobirama, the Second Hokage, could hardly conceal his anger as he observed the unfolding situation. "I'm so pissed off. What's going on in Konoha Village now? Why is Uzumaki Naruto so agitated? Can we really rely on Orochimaru to handle this situation?" He gritted his teeth, unable to contain his frustration.

Uchiha Madara, on the other hand, stood at a distance, a smirk playing across his face as he watched the scene unfold. "This is the funniest thing I've ever seen. If I were still alive, forget the unsealed Nine-Tails, I wouldn't even need to see the full Nine-Tails Jinchūriki in my hands."

Senju Hashirama, ever the voice of reason, couldn't resist reminding Madara, "Madara, you and I are already dead. What's the point of discussing it now? Our time has passed."

In the Pure Land, Uchiha Madara stood in silence, looking on with disdain. "Who the f**k cares that we're dead," he muttered under his breath. His thoughts were consumed by the ongoing plans of Infinite Tsukuyomi. "As long as that fool Naruto stays unaffected by the black-framed world, my plans should succeed," Madara mused. He was confident that everything would proceed as he had envisioned, but his thoughts also turned to another version of Naruto—the Naruto of the black-framed world. This Naruto was different, more cautious and strategic. "If Obito wants the Nine-Tails, he'll pay a heavy price," Madara thought, a malicious grin forming on his face.

Back in the real world, in the spiritual realm, the Nine-Tails stirred, sensing the ominous presence. With a low growl, the massive fox raised its head. "Naruto, the visitor is not kind," the beast rumbled, its chakra flaring.

Naruto, ever vigilant, acknowledged the warning with a nod. "I know," he said, though his tone betrayed a hint of unease. He was already on high alert. Despite his bravado, there was no underestimating the threat that loomed ahead.

As Naruto's companions, Sasuke, Hinata, and the others, remained unaware of the danger, Naruto's focus sharpened. "Let's head to the central tower first," Inuzuka Kiba suggested, pointing to the towering structure in the distance.

"We can't afford to waste time," Naruto replied, shaking his head. "You all go ahead. I'll stay behind and deal with things here."

Hinata, always the shy one, found her voice and, in a soft, almost hesitant tone, spoke up, "Naruto-kun, let's go together. We can all look after you on the way." Her words, though quiet, carried a weight that caused Naruto to pause. But before he could respond, Inuzuka Kiba cut in with his usual enthusiasm.

"Yeah, Naruto, let's stick together!" he said, his voice laced with excitement.

Naruto, however, remained firm. "No," he said, his voice suddenly growing serious. "You guys go first. I have to deal with something. It's better if you don't get involved."

The mood shifted as the group sensed the tension in the air. Sasuke narrowed his eyes, recognizing the urgency in Naruto's words. "Who could be coming?" he wondered aloud, his mind racing.

Suddenly, a sharp, unsettling growl cut through the air. "Woof!" Akamaru, the loyal canine companion, trembled in Inuzuka Kiba's arms, his fur standing on end.

"Akamaru..." Inuzuka Kiba muttered, his voice shaky. "What is it? Is Naruto right? Is there really someone powerful coming towards us?" His thoughts raced as fear began to creep in.

Naruto, ever the protector, gave a brief nod. "Yeah, there's someone here," he said, his voice calm but filled with resolve. "Stay alert."

Hinata, trembling slightly, placed her hands in front of her as if to shield herself. Despite her fear, she found the courage to speak. "Master Daishin once said that we shouldn't leave our companions behind, even if the situation is dangerous." Her voice faltered, but her words carried a weight that resonated with the group.

Naruto, though shaken, couldn't help but feel frustrated. "Old man Third Hokage's lessons have their limits. In the face of true power, emotions mean nothing," he muttered under his breath, though the others couldn't hear him.

From afar, the ever-present Sarutobi Hiruzen, the Third Hokage, watched the exchange with a knowing smile, his heart swelling with pride for Naruto's resolve. "Ahem," he coughed, trying to appear modest. "Well, I must say, some of my teachings have clearly had an impact."

Fourth Raikage, from a distance, voiced his disagreement. "Impact? I think Naruto has a point. Sometimes, all the good intentions in the world just won't be enough against someone like Orochimaru." He scowled, his thoughts aligning with the growing concern in the group.

Terumi Mei shared a similar sentiment. "Indeed, facing Orochimaru is not something to take lightly. If he weren't so fixated on the power of the Sharingan, I doubt he'd even care about these children," she remarked, her voice tinged with disdain for Orochimaru's insidious ambitions.

Onoki, always pragmatic, added, "That's not necessarily the case. Orochimaru is cunning enough to eliminate anyone who stands in his way. He killed his own master; what's to stop him from taking down a few Genin?" His voice was grave, knowing just how dangerous Orochimaru could be.

Luo Sha, the Kazekage, nodded in agreement. "That snake has no loyalties. His ruthlessness knows no bounds."

As the conversation continued, Inuzuka Kiba, hot-headed and eager to prove his worth, banged his chest and said, "Naruto, you're not alone. We'll fight by your side!" His enthusiasm was palpable, though Naruto couldn't help but feel frustrated.

"Don't be reckless," he warned, but in his heart, he knew there was no stopping them now. They were already too invested in this.

Just as Orochimaru appeared in front of them, everything seemed to slow down. The temperature dropped, and an overwhelming aura of menace filled the air. His disheveled hair and snake-like presence made it clear who stood before them.

"Oh? So many of you are gathered here. How... quaint," Orochimaru hissed, his cold voice sending a chill down everyone's spine. His gaze flickered across the group before settling on Sasuke. The brief flicker of interest in his eyes didn't go unnoticed.

Uzumaki Naruto, though nervous, quickly snapped into action. "That's him," he said simply, though the tension in his voice was clear.

Sasuke stepped forward, his eyes fixed on Orochimaru, a sense of unease crawling under his skin. He had heard the legends, but seeing Orochimaru in person was something else entirely. The moment their eyes locked, Orochimaru's smirk deepened, and a cold shiver ran down Sasuke's spine.

Orochimaru's focus shifted back to Naruto. "Interesting... you're more perceptive than I gave you credit for." His eyes gleamed with a strange mixture of admiration and hunger.

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