Chapter 103: Chapter 103: The Third Hokage Gets Exposed, and Tsunade Confronts Him

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Chapter 103: Chapter 103: The Third Hokage Gets Exposed, and Tsunade Confronts Him Kurama's mind raced as it started to piece things together. It had sensed a familiar tailed beast chakra from Takuya before-similar to its own, with an oddly pleasant scent. Now, Takuya had a small white fox by his side, with nine tails, looking strikingly similar to Kurama itself. Well, that solves the mystery. "Pah! That's no ordinary creature-that's a tailed beast! That 'Snowy' is definitely a tailed beast," Kurama snarled. "You're the tailed beast!" Kushina snapped back, hands on her hips, her fierce little stance doing nothing to intimidate Kurama. Seems like I'll need to get closer to find out more, Kurama thought. After a moment of contemplation, Kurama said to Kushina, "Release the seal on the barrier, and I'll help you. I'll help you first, at least." "Fine," Kushina agreed, still unsure of Kurama's sudden change in attitude. As long as it's willing to help, though, that's a win, Kushina thought, grinning with satisfaction at her success. Gaining a bit more freedom to move within the seal, Kurama focused on its task. "Takuya said someone's watching us, but I couldn't sense anything. Can you find out who it is?" "I'll give it a try," Kurama said, though not entirely confident. Can't afford to mess this up, Kurama thought, not wanting to embarrass itself. Fortunately, it didn't mess up. Kurama's powerful sensory abilities quickly locked onto the chakra source from the direction of the Hokage's office. Once certain, Kurama grinned. "Kushina, little brat, if you tell me everything about that tailed beast-uh, I mean, about Snowy-I'll tell you who's spying on you and where they are. How about that?" What is this fox up to? Kushina wondered, frowning as she weighed the offer. It didn't seem like a bad deal, so she nodded. "Alright." With the deal struck, Kurama laid down, its tone dripping with disdain as it revealed, "The chakra's coming from your village's Hokage office. I know it well. Uzumaki Mito used to call him 'Monkey,' but you call him the 'Hokage Uncle."" Despite having been tormented by Uzumaki Mito countless times, Kurama still respected her and spoke of her somewhat politely. "What?" Kushina exclaimed as she exited the seal's inner space. Takuya knew that Kushina had sought Kurama's help. "What's wrong? Why the shout? Did you find out who it was?" Tsunade asked curiously. "I did, but it's..." Kushina trailed off, unsure how to put it. "Spit it out!" Tsunade demanded, her patience wearing thin. Who would dare spy on me knowing I'm here? Tsunade fumed inwardly. "It's the Hokage Uncle," Kushina finally admitted. "Huh? Wait... WHAT?!" Tsunade's voice rose with each word, her shock turning into anger as she looked toward the Hokage's office, her fists clenching. With nowhere to vent her frustration, Tsunade punched a large hole in the office wall before storming out, still fuming. Well, that was a mess, the Third Hokage thought, his serious expression quickly turning to one of embarrassment. What was supposed to be a discreet observation had turned into an awkward situation after getting caught red-handed. And thanks to his... other uses of the telescope jutsu, he couldn't even muster the courage to stand his ground against Tsunade's accusations. Ramen? It's fine to eat occasionally, but every day? No one could handle that. Takuya prepared a bowl of ramen with a unique flavor for Kushina. Kushina finished an entire bowl, and even Tsunade, who was still stewing with anger, had two bowls before she was satisfied. After the meal, Takuya made his exit with a quick goodbye. Back home, he grabbed a pen and some paper, quickly jotting down the principles and hand seals required for the telescope jutsu. After two hours of work, Takuya had written over a hundred sheets before finally stopping. He had memorized the jutsu's details from a game he played in his previous life, or he wouldn't have known the sequence of hand seals. This was a jutsu the Third Hokage hadn't even taught Jiraiya. So, you like to spy, huh? Takuya thought with a smirk. Well, let's make sure everyone can enjoy the show. Let's see how you like it, Hiruzen Sarutobi. Takuya had made up his mind--he was going to make the telescope jutsu common knowledge. Whatever consequences followed, that wasn't his problem. If anyone was to blame, it was the old man who couldn't keep things decent. "Snowy, this is your job," Takuya said, knowing he couldn't risk being caught distributing the information himself. That night, a small white fox darted through the streets of Konoha, expertly placing the sheets it carried in the most visible spots before returning to Takuya's side, satisfied with its work. The next morning... "What's this?" "A new village notice? Is it about the war?" "Can someone read it? Tell us what it says!" *********** Note: If you're interested, you can read up to chapter 175+ at patreon.com/Emiko1. Don't forget to give a power stone for many bonus chapters!

Chapter 103: Chapter 103: The Third Hokage Gets Exposed, and Tsunade Confronts Him

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