Konoha cat breeder

Chapter 81: Are You Sure About This?

"Ninjutsu: Spiral Wind Flash Brilliant Fire Roar—Blazing Star Inferno!"

The absurdly long name echoed across the battlefield as Minato and Tonari unleashed their synchronized combination attack. It was a spur-of-the-moment name, but the synergy between the two seemed to go beyond their techniques—it extended even to their shared sense of humor.

Tonari exhaled a stream of scorching flames mixed with chakra. Perched on his shoulder, the mini Two-Tails stepped forward. As Tonari's fire roared to life, the small creature opened its mouth, releasing a single fine thread of chakra.

Compared to the raging flames, the thin blue thread seemed almost insignificant. But as soon as it touched the fire, the flames surged with terrifying intensity, transforming from their usual red-gold hue into a blazing blue inferno.

With Minato's Great Breakthrough wind technique amplifying the flames, the fiery wave spread outward like an unstoppable tide. In seconds, the battlefield was consumed by the blue inferno, a raging sea of destruction.

Meanwhile, Yoruichi's own technique, Lightning Style: Black Panther Charge, reached its full form. A large, crackling black panther, surrounded by arcs of electricity, shot forth from his body. The ground burned where its claws touched, and its growls echoed like thunder.

However, the panther was no match for the overwhelming blue flames. It disintegrated almost instantly upon contact, and the flames engulfed Yoruichi before he could react.

Pushed to his limits, Yoruichi tried to shield himself with layers of earth and mud, but the flames burned through them with ease.

The miniature Two-Tails on Tonari's shoulder faded into a faint outline, its energy completely spent.

"Tonari, the enemy's life force is still faintly present. He's heavily injured but not entirely gone. I'll leave the rest to you. Handle it, and I'll teach you more about how to use my power later."

The mini Two-Tails spoke in a serious tone before vanishing into Tonari's body.

Minato stood quietly, observing the transformation in his comrade's chakra. He didn't question the strange appearance of the Two-Tails' energy or Tonari's feline features, though his curiosity was evident.

For a brief moment, Minato found himself distracted by Tonari's cat ears, which twitched ever so slightly. They were surprisingly... cute. But he quickly dismissed the thought.

Once the flames died down, revealing scorched earth and lingering smoke, Tonari approached the barely breathing Yoruichi.

The Cloud ninja lay limp, his body burned beyond recognition. Yet he was still alive, his eyes slowly blinking open.

Even in his weakened state, Yoruichi's gaze was sharp, his expression filled with disbelief and frustration. His mind raced as he pieced together what had just occurred.

The blue flames, the chakra, the overwhelming power—it all pointed to one undeniable truth:

"The Two-Tails... This brat is the Jinchūriki of the Two-Tails..."

Yoruichi's heart sank. The mystery of the missing Two-Tails had plagued the Cloud Village for months. Now the truth was clear: Konoha had stolen their ultimate weapon.

His mission had been to locate the Two-Tails, and now that he had, he had no way to report it back. His body was broken, and his voice refused to work.

Tonari stepped closer, his chakra blade pressed against Yoruichi's throat.

"Name? Who sent you? Why did you target Kushina?" Tonari's voice was calm, but his eyes gleamed with a mix of amusement and cold intent.

Yoruichi's lips trembled, but he couldn't form words.

"Oh, a tough guy, huh? I respect that. I really do..." Tonari's lips curled into a mocking grin.

With a casual flick of his wrist—

"Wait!"

A sharp voice cut through the silence.

Emerging from the shadows, several masked figures appeared, their movements precise and disciplined. They encircled Tonari and Minato with practiced efficiency.

The masks, uniforms, and demeanor left no doubt—they were members of Konoha's ANBU.

Tonari's expression darkened. He had expected interference, but seeing the ANBU confirmed his suspicions.

"Root," he muttered under his breath.

These weren't ordinary ANBU under the Third Hokage's command. They belonged to Root, Danzo Shimura's covert faction.

Tonari's grip on his blade tightened.

"Stop!"

The Root captain's voice was cold, and his presence exuded authority.

"We need him alive," the captain said, nodding toward Yoruichi. "This man's information is crucial for Konoha's position against the Cloud Village."

Tonari's eyes narrowed.

"Sorry, I couldn't hear you over the sound of my blade."

Without hesitation, Tonari slashed downward.

Blood sprayed across the ground as Yoruichi's throat was slit. The Cloud ninja's eyes widened in shock before his head fell limp.

"You—"

The Root captain appeared in front of Tonari in an instant, his blade pressed against Tonari's neck.

"You just killed our key to leverage against the Cloud Village. Explain yourself!"

Tonari stood motionless, unfazed by the blade at his throat.

"Ah, my bad. You startled me, so my hand slipped. Guess he was weaker than I thought."

The sarcasm in his tone was impossible to miss.

"Do you realize what you've done?" the captain hissed, his grip tightening on his blade.

Tonari tilted his head slightly, his expression unreadable.

"Do you realize what you're doing, pointing that thing at me?"

Minato stepped forward, his voice calm but firm.

"Captain, we've neutralized the enemy and recovered Kushina. Isn't that enough?"

The tension in the air was palpable as Tonari and the Root captain locked eyes.

Neither side seemed willing to back down.

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