A place to call home

An hour has passed. The students of Tanomi-sensei who suddenly appeared unexpectedly have already more or less mastered the Kage Bunshin. Some got one clone, while others got two or more. “Sensei…” flashed through her head. Maybe it will become one in the future? What a good idea! She will arrange for them a “heavenly life” in the world of shinobi. Sitting in the gradually disappearing shadow of the boulder, Tanomi began to think about the future. Let’s say I can deal with Akatsuki in one or two minutes. But what about Ōtsutsuki? Kaguya, Toneri, Momoshiki, Kinshiki, Urashiki and that scum Isshiki. Where is this Jigen hiding? Now he does not have a single vessel for Kama that is compatible with it. It will be easiest to kill him now. And the future organization of genetically modified human monsters “Kara” will not exist. Okay, let’s find him and think further. What about team seven? Sakura is a medic, and that says it all. Sasuke is an unfinished avenger… As shown in Tsunade’s dream, his desire to be the strongest outweighs common sense. But at least this is not as critical as in reality. It will be difficult, but it’s worth trying. And finally, Naruto is the jinchuriki of the Kyuubi, the reincarnation of Ashura Ōtsutsuki, the hero of Konoha and the future Nanadaimyo Hokage. Now I have the opportunity to prevent the death of Kushina and Minato. October 10th is Naruto’s birthday. It’s good when you know the date! We need to somehow get into Konoha and stop Obito… Why is it so difficult with this boy? There are two plot developments here: 1) We stop the Uchiha and prevent Kurama’s attack and, thereby, save a whole bunch of lives. But something else follows from this — Naruto will not be the person we all know him to be… 2) Let Obito kill Kushina and destroy half the village with its inhabitants. We are trying to find Minato and prevent him from using the seal of the God of Death. Let the other seal the Yin and Yang Kurams into their bodies. Probably the second option will be better, because this will affect other jinchuriki, especially Gaara… “As usual… Nothing is ever easy…” Tanomi stated quietly with a heavy sigh. “Now we need to test this technique…” Rising from her usual place in the sun, Masukaru began to look for a suitable target for practice. The students immediately brushed it aside — let them live a little longer. Small boulders were also not suitable… Having walked a few meters away from the crowd, my eyes caught on a peaceful rock that did not bother anyone. Having asked the price, Tanomi folded the seals and activated Chidori. The charge became much more powerful than the previous one. Perhaps five times, if not more… Swiftly, like a cheetah, she approached the rock. As soon as the hand with a powerful stream of rayton touched the surface, a strong bang was heard. The young shinobi uncomprehendingly and synchronously turned to the source. As soon as all the dust settled on the stone soil, a picture that could not fit into their heads appeared before their eyes. Tanomi was on the other side of the rock, her back turned to them. Shards of stones were scattered around her in a chaotic manner. But the rock itself… If, before that, it was the size of two Sandaimyo residences, now, at a stretch, it was the size of one. This blow was so strong… Tanomi turned to them. There was a smile on her face…of madness? She looked ominous, especially after this… -Well, how do you like my technique? — she shouted, not holding back her laughter and tears. Wouldn’t you call it madness? “Amazing…” Yumi answered quietly, the others nodded silently. Only a day has passed, but the result is as if she spent… a year? - These are just flowers… When it becomes even more powerful, then it will be “Amazing”! — Tanomi said with her eyes burning with excitement. -Where more powerful? — The only thing Kuroniani Kizumaru could say. A boy with blue eyes and platinum hair with a slight hint of yellow. Scratching the back of her head, Tanomi smiled, saying, “The devil knows!” Her reaction made the children laugh. A genius, but he behaves like a young child! But all the voices died down when Kanoku-sensei finally appeared to them. -I see, you did a good job… Not a bad hit, Tanomi. -Thank you, sensei! —Who taught you such a powerful technique? — he asked with undisguised curiosity. —I learned how to use it myself! — Tanomi answered proudly. Confusion appeared on his face. “You taught yourself?!” — Per day! — she continued, putting everyone in a state of shock. Per day?! This cannot be true! It takes at least a week for such equipment. Well, not a day! -How do you know this technique? — trying to control his emotions, he asked. “I don’t even know such techniques, but I need to work with them.” They don’t turn out well yet and some belong to other elements than mine… “Different…” Tanomi answered vaguely. “It’s better to demonstrate them in battle…” -Do you want to have a battle? — Magitawa asked puzzled, — he never expected this. - I won’t insist. I just mentioned her. Kanoku-sensei thoughtfully, folding his hands in a cross, looked at Tanomi. “You are an unusual person,” flashed through his head. You don’t meet people like this every day, especially children. You involuntarily begin to doubt that this is not a child in front of you, but an adult. Taking a deep breath, he looked around everyone. -Fine. Let’s have a little sparring… — He continued after looking around his surroundings — Are there anyone among you who can use techniques? At least a couple… There was silence for a minute. The young ninjas looked at each other. After seeing the power of Tanomi, they had some fear — would she kill them? Sensei looked at his charges with puzzlement. No one wants or knows a technician? Or was there something else involved… -Well… Since no one is eager, then… - I guess I’ll try. Everyone turned their heads to this daredevil. Tanomi already understood from the look who it was. A boy with green eyes and unusually shaped brown hair, but with killer abilities. -That is great! Tanomi vs Gary. Just don’t overdo it… **** Under the scorching rays of the sun, the opponents stood opposite each other, waiting for the battle to begin. After briefly explaining the rules of the fight, Kanoku-sensei, having received a nod from both sides — confirming that they understood the rules — announced the beginning. -And… Let’s start! — he moved with a shunshin to the others, so as not to interfere with the battle and not accidentally receive an unexpected blow. Gary is the owner of the Bakuton element. Specializes in taijutsu. Of the techniques, I only know the mine fist. Did he awaken…or rather, not like that. Can he use it now or not yet? One thing is certain: you can’t let him get close to you. The war is proof of this… Tanomi, as soon as the fight began, did not move, even when Gary ran straight towards her. He was already one step away from her. She didn’t move. The kunai almost reached its target, but something happened that he never expected. In an instant, Tanomi suddenly ducked down and dodged. The kunai cut the air above her. Taking advantage of the moment, she folded the seals. —Suiton: Suidan no jutsu. The water flow threw him straight into one of the boulders. The blow, although not fatal, was enough to leave a metallic taste in the mouth. Having recovered from the “soft” landing on the stone surface, Gary rushed towards her again. “She is not a weak opponent, as it seems at first glance,” flashed through my head, “You shouldn’t act rashly.” The distance is about five meters, and in her arsenal there were many techniques that she learned in secret from everyone. This, she thinks, no one knew except her. The enemy came almost close. And she, again, stands and doesn’t move. “Same trick?” Again a meter away from her, the blade cuts the air again. -It won’t work with me twice! — he shouted and raised his leg to strike. A little more and there is a direct hit, but it is abruptly stopped by sudden pain. Lowering his gaze to her, he notices a grin on her face and turned his gaze to her leg. A kunai was driven right through his left leg. Blood gushed from the wound in a strong stream onto the hot ground underfoot. Outlining every curve of the blade, it dripped down, causing Masukaru to grin predatorily. “Does this bring her pleasure?!” — I mentally asked myself, or even her. Slowly pulling the weapon out of his leg, he could hardly contain his emotions. It was real torture, which gave her great pleasure. Causing pain to others, reveling in the suffering of others is nothing less than sadism… Hellish pain passed through every cell of his body. Gary collapsed to the ground next to Tanomi. I didn’t have the strength to stand, and my leg didn’t allow me to stand. - It hurts, doesn’t it? Gary turned his eyes to her. Madness is what he saw in her eyes. This is not the Tanomi she was before the fight started. It’s like she’s been replaced. -Do you like to cause pain? Do you like watching me suffer? — he tried to speak as calmly as possible, but his leg was making itself felt. “To some extent, but most of all I like killing…” He tensed. It turns out that he was even lucky. — …but I will make you happy. Even though such thoughts come to me, I don’t need your lives. I already have goals, but I won’t tell you or anyone else about them… -And how often do such thoughts come to you… - Apparently, in battle. I call this “Berserk” mode — in which… you already understood everything yourself. — She turned her gaze to the wound. Approaching him, Tanomi activated a technique unknown to him. Her hands glowed green over his wound. -What are you planning? — Gary asked incomprehensibly, without taking his eyes off her. “And what kind of technique is this?” -Shossen no jutsu — mystical palm technique. This is medical ninjutsu, my friend. This is the second question, and the answer to the first: I am correcting the consequences of an uncontrolled regime… Gary wanted to ask the next question, but was prevented from doing so by Kanoku-sensei, who suddenly appeared next to them. Kneeling down on one knee, he watched this picture. —When did you learn to use this technique? Few people find it easy… —When I fell from the walls trying to learn to walk on them. — she answered without looking up. “I see…” Magitawa said quietly. “Genius is no different,” he said mentally, confirming his thoughts with a short nod. **** About a minute has passed and Tanomi finally finishes the “small operation”. -How is your leg? — Masukara asked turning to Gary. “It doesn’t hurt…”, moving it, he answered. “That’s good…”, rising from the ground and turning her back to them, she continued, “You saw how I used Chidori, and still decided to try my luck?” — two perplexed glances rushed towards her — You either think too highly of yourself, or you’re just a fool… — turning back to them -… or maybe the sun has just gotten to your head. I’ve been in this hot sun for about two minutes already, and my brain is already starting to melt. — allowed herself a radiant smile. “You’re strange…” Gary grinned. “It is what it is…” she answered, scratching the back of her head. From this idyll, Kanoku-sensei involuntarily smiled. And then he remembered that they had almost missed one moment. -I almost forgot. — the former rivals turned to him — The seal of reconciliation is a tradition that has already existed for decades. — he turned his gaze from one student to another — Gary, Tanomi… After making the seal, they crossed their arms. “Remember, my friend…” he raised his eyebrow, saying “I’m listening,” and looked at her. “In a real battle, I won’t hold back.” “I can’t wait to fight you.” — Sharing her excitement, he replied. As Tanomi helped Gary get up from the ground, she felt someone’s gaze on her. Berserk mode tried to activate again, but these urges were controlled. “Tanomi…” hearing her name, she turned to sensei. “I’m surprised.” Your shinobi skills, techniques… — he shook his head — I can’t even wrap my head around it. I’m ready to award you the title of genin, even now, but… — he paused a little -… you must fulfill one of my conditions. -And which one, sensei? — Tanomi asked, not believing what she heard. -Try to win the battle with me. — Magitawa answered, adding seriousness to his voice and assuming an imperturbable appearance. -With you?! -Yes with me. I’ll even give you time to prepare. Tomorrow afternoon — this is where we will fight… I want to test you in battle myself. -Okay, Kanoku-sensei! — she shouted with undisguised joy. -You can go and start preparing. And…” he turned his gaze to the distraught Gary. “Gary, I think you should go to the hospital.” -No, sensei. There is no need for this. — He answered, shaking his head negatively. -Well as you know… -In that case, see you tomorrow, Kanoku-sensei! -See you tomorrow, Tanomi. Having folded the seals, Tanomi left them with a shunshin, leaving behind a small white smoke. “You never cease to amaze me… And this power… there is clearly something strange here. This look is alarming. And her chakra, it seemed…changing? We’ll check it tomorrow…” —And what techniques, if it’s not a secret?