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"Don't go!"
"Let's talk more!"
The Nine-Tailed Fox was anxious, genuinely afraid that Uchiha Nan might leave.
The most terrifying thing isn't endless darkness, but a light that appears in the darkness only to vanish instantly.
Any creature in the abyss will show unparalleled endurance if it can see hope.
It's just another ten years in Uzumaki Mito's body. Endure it, and it will pass.
A bright future awaits!
The Nine-Tailed Fox encouraged itself, knowing the opportunity for freedom was near. It couldn't let it slip away.
"Have you thought it through?"
"Can you accept it?"
Uchiha Nan smirked inwardly. The big fox finally took the bait.
"I can accept it!"
"Just another ten years. I can endure!"
The Nine-Tailed Fox patted its chest, indicating its strength to overcome this small challenge.
Uchiha Nan nodded. Since the Nine-Tails was yielding, it was time to push further. He had the upper hand in negotiations.
If not now, when would he set conditions?
"Let's establish three rules. I promise to give you freedom after Uzumaki Mito dies, but in return, you'll live near Konoha as a tailed beast protecting the village."
"Konoha will, of course, provide protection and living guarantees!"
Naturally, Uchiha Nan couldn't let the Nine-Tails roam freely as a wild tailed beast.
Even as Hokage, he couldn't release the strongest tailed beast. The village's leaders wouldn't agree to such a risk, as it threatened Konoha's foundation.
Who knows, the moment the Nine-Tails is freed, it might be captured by Uchiha Madara and used as a mount.
Uchiha Nan believed he was considering the Nine-Tails' welfare, though he wondered if the fox understood his intentions.
"What?"
"Stay in Konoha?"
"That wasn't part of the deal!"
The Nine-Tails was furious. Why add another condition? What a dastardly Uchiha!
"What did I say earlier?"
"I'm releasing you from Uzumaki Mito, granting you freedom. Isn't that a favor worth a little reward?"
"Surely you're not as stingy as Shukaku."
"If that's the case, I'll respect your decision. Perhaps I misjudged you."
Uchiha Nan feigned disappointment, making the Nine-Tails feel guilty.
Especially since Uchiha Nan mentioned Shukaku. The Nine-Tails didn't get along with the other tailed beasts, often clashing.
The Nine-Tails couldn't bear being compared to Shukaku. As the strongest tailed beast, it couldn't stand being equated to the likes of Shukaku.
Living near Konoha wasn't impossible. The surrounding forests were similar to its previous homes.
As for protecting Konoha, the Nine-Tails ignored it, planning minimal effort.
A few tailed beast balls for show would suffice. Most enemies couldn't withstand them.
The Nine-Tails doubted its ability to handle foes that could resist tailed beast balls. Releasing a couple on the battlefield was doing Uchiha Nan a favor.
If it didn't flee then, its imprisonment would be in vain!
In any case, agreeing was essential. It had to escape the dark room in Mito's body. The Nine-Tails couldn't remember the last time it basked in the sun.
Other matters could wait!
The Nine-Tails suddenly felt free, its thoughts unbound.
With patience and opportunity, it would one day soar like a bird and swim like a fish!
Oh, I'm clever, thought the Nine-Tails, impressed by its poetic thoughts. It would recite them when free!
"For you, I can agree!"
"I, the Nine-Tails, am not an ungrateful beast!"
The Nine-Tails smiled slyly, its pride palpable. Uchiha Nan was pleased; the big fox was easy to handle.
"Let's establish three rules and seal it with a fist bump!"
Uchiha Nan wanted to imitate Uzumaki Naruto, believing it could foster connection with the tailed beasts.
He bore no ill will toward them. By the time Mito died, many years would have passed.
Perhaps he might even obtain the Rinnegan, rendering the tailed beasts unnecessary.
"Okay!"
The Nine-Tails extended a fist larger than Uchiha Nan's, bumping it against his. Sadly, there was no special reaction or telepathy; perhaps the bond wasn't there yet.
Uchiha Nan didn't mind. His goal was nearly reached; it was time to discuss serious matters.
"Kurama, how will you help me?"
Uchiha Nan looked serious. Having followed the Sage of Six Paths and lived for millennia, Uchiha Nan doubted the Nine-Tails lacked a trump card. Mito wasn't Uchiha Madara or Senju Hashirama, who could overpower it. The Nine-Tails must have a way to influence her.
"Hmph, I've been trapped in Mito's body for years, eroding the seal with chakra, though imperceptibly."
"But I have time. Water wears away stone. Mito will age and weaken. When the seal is weak, I'll have a chance."
The Nine-Tails smiled wickedly. Uchiha Nan nodded, realizing he had judged the fox correctly.
Foxes are cunning.
Uchiha Nan gave a thumbs-up, praising the Nine-Tails' perseverance.
The Nine-Tails felt proud, continuing:
"Once you're out, I'll gather all the chakra eroding the seal. The seal will weaken, and I'll reclaim chakra Mito stole."
"When she suppresses me, I can't maintain tailed beast form. You know what to do next."
"Give Mito a good beating, that wretched woman!"
The Nine-Tails grinned maliciously, clearly disliking Mito. She and Hashirama treated tailed beasts disdainfully.
"No problem!"
Uchiha Nan agreed instantly. He was skilled at exploiting weakened foes, but to establish dominance, he had to challenge the toughest opponents.
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