Standing on the tree was Uchiha Fugaku, who had rushed over from the village.
After confirming Orochimaru's departure, Uchiha Fugaku removed his mask and quickly surveyed the scene. He was truly astonished by what he saw.
Just by looking at the burned trees around him, he could imagine how exaggerated the Fire Style jutsu must have been. And as far as he knew, Orochimaru wasn't very skilled in Fire Style ninjutsu.
Could it be that this level of Fire Style was actually released by the seven-year-old girl in front of him? No wonder Orochimaru wanted to take her as a disciple.
Naraku and Orochimaru hadn't yet determined who attacked Naraku, but he knew very well. He hadn't expected her to defeat Root ninjas at such a young age!
(PS: Just to clarify, Orochimaru would immediately discover the identity of the Root members upon returning, but he didn't know their identities at the time.)
They could discuss the specifics later. The urgent matter at hand now was...
Uchiha Fugaku quickly formed hand seals.
"Fire Style: Dragon Flame Jutsu!"
Instantly, a great fire ignited, incinerating every trace of evidence. As for why he didn't use his signature Great Fireball Technique...
That was simple. The Great Fireball Technique was too uniquely Uchiha.
He didn't want to reveal that he'd left the village. The relationship between the Uchiha and the village was already strained.
Any rash actions on his part could push the Uchiha's relationship with the village to a breaking point.
Having done all of this, Uchiha Fugaku jumped in front of Naraku and said softly:
"Let's go to my place first. I have something to tell you."
Go to your place? What did this old man want to do?
Is he going to try something weird with me?
Uchiha Naraku was inwardly refusing. After all, in Naraku's mind, Uchiha Fugaku had always been a pervert who coveted her body.
"Fugaku-sama, are Itachi and Auntie at home too?"
Uchiha Naraku asked weakly. If others were there, even a beast probably wouldn't dare do anything to her, right?
"Of course, Itachi's at home. Let's hurry."
Hearing Naraku first ask if Itachi was home, Uchiha Fugaku immediately squinted and smiled broadly, as if he understood something from Naraku's words.
[Congratulations, Host, your favorability with Uchiha Fugaku has increased, gaining 10 currency.]
Wait a minute, my goal is to beat up your son in the future. What exactly did you misunderstand?
Do I need to explain myself? But he didn't seem to say anything. Damn, I got screwed again.
Whatever, I'll endure it for now, so I can become a man again. Uchiha Naraku quickly performed the hand seals to dispel the summoning technique.
After recovering for a while, she could at least walk without any issues.
And so, Naraku followed Uchiha Fugaku out of the large forest.
The forest fell silent once more, until a few minutes later, three masked Root ninjas reappeared at the scene.
"Ren!" Kou was the first to discover their companion, who was burned beyond recognition.
"The traces have been deliberately destroyed, but it's certain that someone else was present besides that little Uchiha girl."
Another Root ninja searched for any traces Naraku might have left behind, but found nothing.
"Indeed, such an exaggerated Fire Style technique is impossible for a little girl to master. Looks like we underestimated her."
A Root ninja wearing a bird mask said in a low voice, looking at the scale of the destruction.
"Where's Tei? Where is he?"
The Root ninja wearing a leopard mask couldn't find Tei anywhere.
"Missing. Probably captured by the enemy."
Kou concluded.
"The mission has failed. Let's return and report to Lord Danzo."
Root Headquarters.
Danzo's expression darkened after listening to Kou's report. He really hadn't expected that little girl to be so lucky.
But, it didn't matter. He, Danzo, wasn't the type to give up easily. One day, he would get that girl.
No, he would get the entire Uchiha clan...
The sliding door of the Japanese-style room opened, and Uchiha Fugaku entered first.
"Father, you're back."
Uchiha Itachi looked at his father calmly, his tone respectful.
However, he quickly lost his composure.
Because within seconds, the slightly uneasy Uchiha Naraku followed her father into their home.
"Naraku? What are you… I mean, please, come in."
Itachi looked at Naraku with surprise and quickly got a pair of slippers for her from their shoe rack.
Could it be that his father had been in a hurry to leave just now because of Naraku? Had Naraku gotten into some kind of danger?
Itachi, being thoughtful, grasped the crux of the matter. He immediately looked at Naraku nervously. Fortunately, although she looked a little pale, there didn't seem to be any injuries on her.
Uchiha Fugaku couldn't help but smile at his son's reaction.
Truly worthy of being my son. However, next time, I'll have to remind him that he still needs to focus on improving his strength.
After all, this girl could already use a B-rank Fire Style ninjutsu in actual combat.
"You didn't say there were guests coming."
Uchiha Mikoto also came out of the house, holding little Sasuke.
Naraku politely greeted Uchiha Mikoto.
[Congratulations, Host, your favorability with Uchiha Mikoto has increased, gaining 10 currency.]
Looking at Mikoto's happy smile, had he made the right choice by coming? Were all of Uchiha Itachi's family this friendly?
Although today had been quite fruitful for Uchiha Naraku.
Orochimaru alone had provided Naraku with 25 currency.
But Naraku always felt like Orochimaru's favor was a hot potato.
After all, most people's favor meant they were friendly towards you.
Orochimaru's favor was most likely because he thought you looked delicious.
Fortunately, Uchiha Fugaku and Uchiha Mikoto had also provided her with 20 points of currency.
This somewhat healed Naraku's wounded heart.
"Alright, I have something to discuss with little Naraku tonight. Naraku, come with me to the inner room, I have something to tell you."
Uchiha Fugaku had a serious expression as he walked into the house first.
"Naraku, are you alright? You look so pale, are you hurt anywhere?"
Seeing his father leave, Itachi immediately stepped forward, anxiously asking Naraku about her injuries in a low voice.
"I'm fine, Itachi-kun, don't worry."
Naraku didn't say much. After all, it was better not to let Itachi know about what had happened tonight.
Nodding to both Itachi and Uchiha Mikoto, Uchiha Naraku then followed Fugaku into the inner room.
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