Chapter 864 : Lack of Interest...
Added 2025-02-01 01:53:58 +0000 UTCHiruzen sighed and said, “In my current state, I'm not sure if I can handle such a research. However, this is a good idea, Fujin. Once I recover to an extent, I'll start working on this.”
While Hiruzen didn't mind sacrificing more for the village, he wasn't very hopeful of any such research being fruitful. While Fujin nodded, Hiruzen thought, ‘Sensei had worked for years to improve this aspect but failed. I and Danzo had worked on this as well but neither of us had any luck. So, it's almost hopeless.
The only silver lining is that I fought reanimated ninjas summoned by Orochimaru, giving me some insights. So, I'll have a better chance than before. However, it is still very difficult. Sigh, how did that traitorous student of mine achieve something so complicated? How many lives did he sacrifice to achieve this?’
Hiruzen glanced at Fujin and decided, ‘Regardless, irrespective of whether I succeed or not, I can keep working on it to stop Fujin from pestering me endlessly. The only question is, how long will this satisfy him?’
Knowing Fujin's nature, he knew it wouldn't be for too long. He could only use the time to come up with more excuses to delay Fujin's request until the appropriate time.
Of course, his resolve didn't escape Fujin's eyes despite the lack of words. Fujin cursed, ‘This old fox! As I expected, he still doesn't want to give it to me. Though I understand where he's coming from, there isn't much time left. Luckily he accepted my idea. I'll be patient for a while, before going all out. Let me see how long you can delay this!’
Seeing there was no chance of getting the jutsu at that moment, Fujin said, “Good luck, Grandpa. Let me know if I can help you in any way.”
He turned his gaze to Tsunade and asked, “Did anything else happen in the last few days?”
Tsunade shook her head, “Fortunately not. I'll call for you when there are new developments. You can leave, but don't lose yourself so deeply into research that you can't hear your doorbell the next time.”
Fujin smiled and nodded. He turned around and was about to leave when Tsunade suddenly said, “Actually, I want to know one more thing from you, Fujin.”
Fujin stopped and looked back as Tsunade asked, “What are your thoughts of becoming the Hokage?”
Fujin furrowed his brow and wondered, ‘What the hell? Where did this question come from?’
Even Hiruzen was confused. Fujin asked, “What do you mean?”
Tsunade replied, “I just heard you were offered the position of the Fifth Hokage by the Daimyo, but you rejected his offer. It made me a bit curious about what your thoughts and dreams are about this matter.”
Fujin immediately replied, “That was a trap. Surely you would have realized that too. That said, I don't know why he set up that trap for me.”
Tsunade chuckled, “He just wanted to get a feel of you. However, my question isn't a trap, though it ain't an offer either. I want to know your real thoughts.”
Without thinking much, Fujin casually replied, “It is too much work and will heavily eat into my training time. Though I'll step up and accept the responsibility if the village has no other choice, I'd prefer not having to accept such a time consuming duty for another decade at least.”
A smirk appeared on his face as he added, “That said, since the council chose someone so young as the Fifth Hokage, I hopefully won't have to worry about it for at least half a century or more. Stay safe and healthy, Lady Tsunade.”
A tick mark appeared on Tsunade's forehead as Fujin disappeared from her office. She cursed under her breath, “Cheeky brat!”
Hiruzen asked in a serious but confused tone, “I don't understand. Why did you suddenly ask that? You should know that these things shouldn't ever be said…”
Even though Hiruzen was the person most invested into making Fujin the Hokage, he had never mentioned anything related to the Hokage seat to Fujin. From his perspective, he could never be sure who would become the Hokage. While Fujin was undoubtedly the one with the highest hopes at that moment, the future was never certain.
Hiruzen didn't want to give anyone false hopes and risk them becoming resentful if they weren't eventually chosen. It could make the village unstable. The only time Hiruzen would mention it to someone was when he was prepared to hand over the seat to that ninja, something which wasn't the case when Tsunade asked the question to Fujin.
Tsunade answered, “It's fine. He's very mature for that not to be the case. The reason why I asked was because I have a feeling that he has little to no interest in this seat…”
Hiruzen looked at her as Tsunade continued, “He can use his position in the council to vastly increase his popularity among the civilian ninjas. Yet, he hasn't done anything barring the changes to the Academy and creating the Guidance Hall. While both are revolutionary and boosted his popularity, there's a lot he can do to amplify it further.
However, he hasn't bothered with it at all. On the contrary, he barely shows up in his office, making several civilian ninjas dissatisfied. With his intelligence, there's no way he hasn't noticed it. Seeing how persistent and shameless he is while asking for techniques, he'd have done a lot if he wanted to become the Hokage. He would have already laid the groundwork and been prepared whenever an opportunity appeared in the future.
Yet, he hasn't made a single political move after establishing the Guidance Hall…”
Hiruzen muttered, “That isn't entirely a bad thing. If he was as obsessed with becoming the Hokage like Naruto or Konohamaru, Fujin would have been as big of a headache as Danzo, if not even bigger.”
Hiruzen shuddered at the thought of Fujin devoting his energy and intellect in making political moves in the background. His simple, straightforward and greedy personality was already too big of a trouble to deal with.
He added, “Anyway, you don't need to worry. Even though he has shown little interest in politics, he has risen up to the occasion whenever the village required him to. He may be very greedy for powerful techniques, but the Will of Fire burns bright in him. He'll accept the responsibility if the village needs him to.”
Tsunade prayed, ‘I hope so too. It'll be a headache if he ditches the responsibility just like me and Jiraiya… Fortunately, there are a few over enthusiastic brats in the village!’
——
While Tsunade and Hiruzen discussed him, Fujin had flickered into his training ground. Due to it being dark, the training ground was now empty. Fujin thought, ‘As I expected, he didn't hand over the Edo Tensei jutsus or other forbidden jutsus just yet. He wants me to mature more, sort of like Ryu, who wants my body and chakra reserves to mature more. Sigh, these old fellows and their strict requirements.
Luckily, I have laid the groundwork for both. Before Akatsuki attack Sunagakure to kidnap Gaara, assuming they still do so, I will learn Senjutsu as well as the Edo Tensei jutsu. Only then can I lay the groundwork for my plans. Anyway, I can worry about this later. For now…’
Fujin's lips curled upwards as his right palm formed into a fist. Chakra coursed through his arm and concentrated around his fist as he punched the ground with his full strength.
——
On the opposite side of the training ground, several Anbu ninjas became alert and flickered out into the open. Each was holding a weapon and prepared to battle. However, they didn't see any enemy.
One of them asked, “What was that?”
Another replied, “The entire ground trembled for a moment. That didn't happen even when those gigantic snakes attacked us.”
Monkey carefully observed and muttered, “It seems like the tremors came from the training ground. I suspect Fujin must be trai…”
He stopped speaking as another tremor passed under their feet. By now, even the trainees, including Fujin's students, had come out. All glanced towards the training ground as the tremors were spreading from that direction.
Hikari asked softly, “So, Sensei finally left his house?”
Yuji replied, “Most likely. As always, he gets up with a bang! Do you think he's punching the ground in frustration because he missed the opportunity to hunt down Orochimaru?”
Takeshi replied, “Don't be ridiculous. He must be testing an Earth Release jutsu.”
The remaining Anbu and trainees reached similar conclusions and scattered. Only a few remained to keep an eye.
Comments
I agree with u...I hate the fillers but the actual anime...chefs kiss
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-02 23:59:19 +0000 UTCI know. I used to see, but I made the fatal mistake of not checking which episodes were fillers. Got bored due to them and dropped the anime. Never picked up again 😵💫 I think I saw till ep 140 or something. So, I know the initial power system. Just not much about the power creep that followed.
Devil Hex
2025-02-02 23:39:30 +0000 UTCHe is OP OP...but he had to be since hes the final boss
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-02 23:13:24 +0000 UTCAizen is a walking genjutsu...let's put it this way...as long as ur in his presence...he don't even have to look at u..u don't know if what ur seeing is real or not
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-02 23:07:56 +0000 UTC😱😱😱😱....hex...I love naruto but u have to see bleach..bro..u will not be disappointed...its goated with one piece and one punch man
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-02 23:05:13 +0000 UTCNot sure, lol. Haven't seen Bleach entirely.
Devil Hex
2025-02-02 23:02:39 +0000 UTCIf aizen and madara went 1v1 who would win?
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-02 21:13:49 +0000 UTCOne punch man is goated..no debate there..😆..then put limitations and restriction on it to decrease whatever ability it is...I completely understand where ur coming from
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-02 21:07:07 +0000 UTCYeah, but too op can break the entire book. It's fun when done like one punch man, but not much of a fan of it in Naruto fanfics (especially considering one of my main motivations to write this book was so many fanfics having characters getting op too quickly 😅🤣).
Devil Hex
2025-02-02 21:04:43 +0000 UTCIf done right I like the OP characters...its jus a fun exciting read...but there's no middle ground its either epic or fail..but u can pull off an OP character
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-02 20:52:41 +0000 UTCI agree it'll be broken...but it'll be so cool.. lol😂😂
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-02 20:46:06 +0000 UTCI did. But no plans to add something like stealing abilities/potential through souls in Naruto world. Will be too broken 😵💫
Devil Hex
2025-02-02 20:45:07 +0000 UTCThe double-edged sword of being detailed XD, details can sometimes be overlooked. I wonder if there are notes for each new technique or event that has changed XD.
Rubén López
2025-02-02 18:32:38 +0000 UTC💀💀💀
Yamir
2025-02-02 18:28:42 +0000 UTCidk about that. Naruto rarely explains the exact mechanics behind the techniques so it's all speculation. If I'm not wrong, all we know is that there is a technique that enhances sensory capabilities by opening the mind's eye.
psybermonk
2025-02-02 18:18:24 +0000 UTCZaoprimo
2025-02-02 18:07:07 +0000 UTCSorry guys. Forgot about something while writing the chapter 😵💫 Should have done by now but now have to rewrite a bit. Also quite hungry. So, will take some time.. Eta : 2 hours
Devil Hex
2025-02-02 17:15:40 +0000 UTCI am. Just locked in. I'll reply after I'm done writing.
Devil Hex
2025-02-02 16:22:22 +0000 UTCDoes anyone know if hex is okay or if something happened to him?
Matyas Castro Ramírez
2025-02-02 14:38:42 +0000 UTCHe missed a chapter this week and mentioned he'd make it up today rather than doing a double release.
Starfighter
2025-02-02 13:45:51 +0000 UTCI always thought it had something to do with the pineal gland which is commonly referred to as the third eye
Kelevra
2025-02-02 13:16:06 +0000 UTCYou’re onto something there and having Fujin seem more hot blooded is in line with what they want the world to think
Kelevra
2025-02-02 13:13:16 +0000 UTCHe didn't. On saturday he normally doesn't update
Devine Satanus
2025-02-02 13:04:59 +0000 UTCHe skipped again…
khaled
2025-02-02 11:22:53 +0000 UTCYuji replied, “As always, he gets up with a bang! Do you think he's punching the ground in frustration because he missed the opportunity to hunt down Orochimaru?” This would be an interesting rumor to spread and make Fujin seem more like a hot blooded youth.
Jack Nathaniel Mikhail
2025-02-02 05:04:13 +0000 UTCAlthough Hex promised a chapter today, but usually when he writes a chapter, he periodically puts a "like" and replies to comments and informs about the ETA. Even on the day off, he still sometimes replies to comments. Probably, today was a difficult and busy day for him. By the way, Hex take a few days off if you need it. We all hope you are doing well.
TrustZee
2025-02-02 01:11:12 +0000 UTCChapter today?
Jorge Leon Castanos
2025-02-02 00:28:35 +0000 UTCsaturday off day
a
2025-02-01 21:38:17 +0000 UTCsaturday off day
a
2025-02-01 21:38:09 +0000 UTCSaturday off day
a
2025-02-01 21:38:00 +0000 UTCYeah, it might be the result of Karin's heritage and physiology. But the term 'mind's eye' indicates it exists in everyone and there must be a way to open it.
psybermonk
2025-02-01 21:35:34 +0000 UTCI could see Fujin taking missions that would grant him access to certain technology, Jutsu and artifacts/power ups from the various filler/movies. Another way for him would be to send his organisation or Use one of his personas to do it while he “trains” in the village/summons place. 1: The land of Demon Movie, because I want Fujin to seal part of the Demon Mōryō inside him. Perhaps even become the father to the next priestess. 2: Land of Ice movie, with the purpose of getting access to the chakra armour and studying the snow release. Though technically this should already have happened. 3: Stone of gelel, for obvious reasons, even if not for implanting in himself, he could use it to enhance a familiar, weapons or armour. 4: the will of fire movie, it instead of targeting Kakashi he should target Fujin who then complete destroys Hiroku, though I would prefer Hiroku to join the akatsuki. 5: The land of sky movie most definitely, they wouldn’t stand a chance with the wind dome and the updated barrier that is currently being updated. One aspect would be the zero tails, but something far more interesting would be the memories of Doctor Shinno who possesses special body enhancement techniques
Kelevra
2025-02-01 20:58:54 +0000 UTCChapter today ?
Mael
2025-02-01 20:41:41 +0000 UTCI agree it seems like an Uzumaki ability and he might not awaken it the same way, but perhaps he could enhance his own sensing, and Karin seems to be able to sense more deeply as well
Kelevra
2025-02-01 20:38:31 +0000 UTCHex did u take a look at Mortal Kombat shang tsung?...like literally he can take someone's soul and their a abilities and potential is his...so if the character takes a uchiha soul they will get their sharingan as well as their techniques but his/her Level of affinity being low stays the same but the way they get stronger is through more powerful souls...his core ability will be his fuinjutsu and sword/partner...I think if anyone can pull something like that off and make it epic..u can
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-01 19:58:31 +0000 UTCHex might be jus tired today or got some IRL stuff going on
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-01 19:56:14 +0000 UTCETA?
Devine Satanus
2025-02-01 19:41:31 +0000 UTCHe's already one of the best sensors in the world, and he has a space-time detection technique. Also, Karin's thing seems like something from a Natural/Uzumaki sensor.
Rubén López
2025-02-01 19:39:45 +0000 UTCOh Yuji, duh.
a
2025-02-01 19:24:39 +0000 UTCZaoprime, indeed but I think he still has a few gates that only requires training yeah?
Kelevra
2025-02-01 19:20:02 +0000 UTCI hope she teaches him directly/indirectly through his organisation or by him possessing her
Kelevra
2025-02-01 19:19:03 +0000 UTCApart from these, maybe he can also open his mind's eye like Karin to enhance his sensory capabilities? It would be interesting to see how that interacts with Senjutsu
psybermonk
2025-02-01 18:18:05 +0000 UTCETA?
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-01 16:00:07 +0000 UTCActually, he might not be able to open the gates he once could, as his body now has new limits that he hasn't yet reached.
Yamir
2025-02-01 15:47:58 +0000 UTCNo, instead of a double chapter, he plans to release a chapter on Saturday (he usually has Saturdays off)
TrustZee
2025-02-01 15:40:53 +0000 UTCbut for the eight gates, he already explained that you can only open the last gates by fighting someone who makes you risk your life, except that since he is an S-rank, he could really die if he trained such a technique while fighting, so he will not open any more gates
Zaoprimo
2025-02-01 15:03:49 +0000 UTCAre you gonna drop the double chapter this week?
khaled
2025-02-01 10:44:35 +0000 UTCSorry bur ranmaru? Who is that
Milos
2025-02-01 09:52:40 +0000 UTCI disagree. Until Fujin learns senjutsu, he should focus half of his efforts on taijutsu, because there are opponents against whom ninjutsu doesn't work. As for ninjutsu, he's already at a high level. As for the rest of his free time, I hope to see him copy Ranmaru's eyes. Currently, Fujin has no measures against genjutsu except for the seals on his eyes, and this should make him wary.
Aldar
2025-02-01 07:24:40 +0000 UTCyujiro?
a
2025-02-01 06:16:31 +0000 UTCi agree but taijutsu was not his main focus so itll most likely be his ninjutsu...its much more his speed...hes not as good as guy by a long shot...but this is a perfect time for him to plan his path to power
Kwabena Kumi
2025-02-01 05:24:43 +0000 UTCThat Senju strength
G 21
2025-02-01 05:11:21 +0000 UTCI believe that Fujin will open another gate soon?) After all, his body has improved greatly and he should definitely feel it. In general, I think we need a little time transition... Where we will see Fujin stabilized and making/planning the next steps towards power.
Aldar
2025-02-01 04:22:49 +0000 UTCOh, I'd like to see Fujin and Tsunade spar in Taijutsu and see the power of their fists clashing.
TrustZee
2025-02-01 04:01:53 +0000 UTCSo now fujin can have a talk with yujiro 😂😂😂.
Yamir
2025-02-01 03:34:19 +0000 UTCThanks
Qweku_v
2025-02-01 03:27:30 +0000 UTCFor readers, what would be the filler episodes or movies of the first part of Naruto that you would be curious to see with Fujin's intervention? Just out of curiosity. Personally, I would find the chapter where Chikara from the Land of Noodles appears funny, where his future wife hires Ino to be her body double and Naruto accompanies her, Chikara's reaction would be interesting, and the 2 blondes reacting to what Fujin is would be funny. Another would be Anko's mission in the Land of the Sea, where she travels to Orochimaru's old laboratories and meets the fish girl, where a curious team combination of Naruto, Ino, and Shino appears, although since Amachi and Kabuto's companions died there isn't much conflict, although it could be a place to track Orochimaru or at least the investigations of the animal changes. XD. And the most curious for me would be the story that is told in the land of snow, especially the effects that the Scorch Release would have in a place with so much snow XD. But it is almost impossible to do all this because Fujin does almost everything alone, so it would be forcing something if he undertakes missions with someone unless they want someone to accompany him to give constant guidance and information, because mobilizing Fujin is almost always an excess. Unless Fujin is interested in doing tourism, in the time skip.
Rubén López
2025-02-01 02:18:26 +0000 UTCNow that his talent in the land has increased he might be able to steal some techniques from deidara
Zaoprimo
2025-02-01 02:17:22 +0000 UTC💀🤣
Devil Hex
2025-02-01 02:09:35 +0000 UTCGave me a heart attack at first hex🤣🤣 that title made me think u were quiting lmaooo💀💀
Jonnylawz0
2025-02-01 02:03:49 +0000 UTCthird
Rubén López
2025-02-01 02:00:04 +0000 UTCCool
Yamir
2025-02-01 01:58:44 +0000 UTCFirst
Mackimus
2025-02-01 01:54:58 +0000 UTC
