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The sun hung low in the sky, casting long shadows over the bustling streets of Konohagakure.
Koharu Utatane, one of the elder council members, prepared for her journey to the Fire Daimyo's estate. Ambition gleamed in her eyes as she gathered her escort—Jonin and Chunin alike.
Just like her fellow elders, Koharu had no illusions of benevolence; she craved power and influence, longing to ensure her position at the top of Konoha's hierarchy.
"Make sure you keep your eyes peeled," She commanded her escort, a hint of arrogance in her tone.
The group set off, traveling along a well-worn path that twisted through the dense foliage surrounding the village. The sounds of nature accompanied them, but Koharu's mind was elsewhere, plotting her next move to solidify her control over the council.
As they ventured deeper into the woods, an unnatural chill settled in the air.
Shadows stretched and warped, distorting the surroundings as a menacing presence descended upon them.
One of the Chunin, a young man named Akira, paused and glanced nervously at the darkening forest. "Elder Koharu, something's wrong. I can feel it."
Koharu's eyes narrowed, irritation flashing across her face. "Stay focused, Akira. Your nerves will be your undoing."
Before Akira could respond, a rustling sound echoed from the underbrush, followed by a low, guttural growl. The Jonin at the front, Haruto, signaled for the group to halt. He scanned the area, his hand gripping the hilt of his sword.
"Show yourself!" Haruto demanded, his voice steady.
Suddenly, from the darkness, a figure cloaked in black robes emerged, its features hidden beneath an oni mask. Koharu's heart raced as the masked intruder raised a hand, summoning a legion of shadow soldiers that surged from the depths of the forest, their forms coalescing into solid figures, armed with wicked blades.
"Form a defensive line!" Haruto barked, unsheathing his sword as the soldiers charged. "Don't let them break through!"
The clash was immediate and brutal. The shadow soldiers swept through the ranks of Konoha's defenders with ease. Screams pierced the air as the Jonin and Chunin fought valiantly but were overwhelmed, their bodies falling to the ground like autumn leaves.
Blood stained the earth, and Koharu could only watch in horror as her protectors were slaughtered, their efforts futile against the relentless assault.
"Lady Koharu, fall back! We'll hold them off!" Haruto shouted, his eyes wide with urgency as he parried the strike of an onyx blade.
With adrenaline coursing through her veins, Koharu finally took action.
"I will not be a victim!" She shouted, channeling her chakra to summon a defensive barrier. A shimmering dome of pale blue light surrounded her, pushing back the encroaching shadows momentarily.
The masked figure laughed, a chilling sound that echoed through the clearing. "You think you can protect yourself? How quaint."
"Who are you?" Koharu demanded, her voice quivering but fierce. "What do you want from me?"
The figure tilted its head, as if considering her question. "It's not just about you, Elder. It's about everything you represent. Greed, corruption, weakness."
With a flick of his wrist, the shadow soldiers retreated momentarily, and Koharu seized the opportunity to engage him directly. She charged forward, her resolve unyielding despite the terror clawing at her heart.
The two clashed, Koharu launching a barrage of jutsu aimed at her opponent. Flames roared, wind blades sliced, and the ground trembled under the force of her attacks. But he dodged effortlessly, weaving through her onslaught as if it were a gentle breeze. Each counter he delivered was precise, calculated, and increasingly brutal.
"Is that all you have, Koharu?" He mocked, sidestepping a burst of fire that singed the grass. His hand shot forward, gripping her wrist and twisting it until the bones cracked. Koharu cried out, falling to her knees.
"You're weak," He taunted, landing a swift kick that sent Koharu sprawling to the ground. "Your thirst for power blinds you. You only care about your own position, not the village's welfare."
Pain surged through her as she struggled to rise.
"You... you're just a child playing with fire! You think you can challenge me?"
With that, he struck, severing one of her arms. Koharu screamed, the sound piercing through the forest, echoing her agony. He relished her torment, his movements languid and deliberate as he methodically rendered her helpless, limb by limb.
Desperation clawed at her throat as tears streamed down her cheeks.
"Please… stop! I beg you!" She finally cried, her voice trembling with fear and pain.
The figure paused for a moment, as if considering her plea. Then he laughed, the sound hollow and cold. "You should have thought about the consequences of your ambition. Your greed has weakened this village, and I'm here to correct your mistakes."
With deliberate slowness, he removed the oni mask, revealing a face that was all too familiar—Naruto Uzumaki, the son of the Fourth Hokage. But the boy she once knew was gone, replaced by a chilling void, a malevolence that sent shivers down her spine.
"Na-Naruto…? How could you…?" Koharu gasped, horror enveloping her like a shroud.
His lips curled into a sinister smile, his eyes glinting with a darkness she had never witnessed. "You see, Elder Koharu, I'm not the boy you thought I was. I am the culmination of darkness, power, and ambition."
Koharu's heart sank as the realization of his transformation washed over her. The village had celebrated him as a hero, but behind the façade lay a being far more sinister, driven by a thirst for vengeance and control.
"You... you were supposed to protect this village," She stammered, disbelief coating her words. She tried to persuade him with honey-coated and heavy words. "You were meant to be its savior!"
"Save it?" he scoffed, his voice dripping with disdain. "Are you trying to make me laugh? Did you send the young children in the war to save the village... or yourself? Did you and your comrade send all the Senju clan members to the frontline to guard the village or your own rule? Did you trap Sakumo Hatake and force him to commit suicide to protect the village or your position?"
"H-How do you..." Koharu was dumbfounded to learn that Naruto knew all of their dirty secret, unable to close her mouth.
Naruto snorted coldly and said coldly. "You and your comrades—Hiruzen and the others—they all are the same as you. Garbage, Trash, and Bastards!! Today, I will send you to hell... But don't worry, soon I'll send all your friends to hell to accompany you."
Koharu's breath came in shallow, panicked gasps. "This is... madness..."
"Madness?" Naruto's eyes flashed. "No, Koharu. This is necessary. Necessary for the future of the village."
With a flick of his wrist, he gathered mana into his hands and snapped all of her limbs and core, causing her to scream in pain. Tears streamed down her cheeks as she lay helpless on the forest floor, eyes wide with disbelief and horror.
"Consider this your penance, Koharu," Naruto said, standing over her broken form. He knelt down, his voice a whisper against her ear. "The animals of this forest are hungry, and tonight, they'll feast."
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