40 Chapter 39 : Uzumaki Nanako
The Uzumaki lineage is distant blood relatives of the Senju clan and inherits part of Ashura's power. They're born with diverse chakra attributes, robust vitality, longevity, and chakra reserves.
Differing from the Senju, the Uzumaki's chakra levels wildly escalate with their strength and physique, offering increased strength and fitness. The Uzumaki also have a chance to awaken special abilities.
Indeed, with every developmental breakthrough, individuals from the Uzumaki clan may awaken unique talents.
For instance, the Kagura Mind's Eye, a perceptual skill, can sense Chakra anomalies within a radius of tens of kilometers after closing one's eyes and opening their heart. It can identify Chakra, discern precise locations, and movements.
Mastering this ability facilitates identifying foes, their attributes, and even discerning opponents' speeds with great detail. It's also a tool for concealing one's own Chakra when in danger and even detecting lies through the perception of others' Chakra.
Moreover, there's the innate ability to restore physical energy. By biting their own skin, an Uzumaki can swiftly recover their or others' Chakra and injuries, with a substantial effect. For instance, during the Fourth Great Ninja War, Madara's body, brutally severed into two halves by Tsunade, was fully restored using this ability.
Included is a sealing technique talent as well. The Adamantine Sealing Chains are the unique sealing technique of the Uzumaki clan. They instantaneously channel Chakra to form chains that can bind others, including tailed beasts!
Naruto's mother, Uzumaki Kushina, relied on this technique to subdue the complete Nine-Tails!
These three innate abilities alone are the envy of many.
Uzumaki Nagato, chosen by Madara as Rinnegan's host, lacks all three abilities, perhaps due to Rinnegan suppression or mixed lineage.
Uzumaki Kushina, the Fourth Hokage's wife, awakened the Adamantine Sealing Chains and, with Nine-Tails' aid, gained a simulated Kagura Mind's Eye.
Uzumaki Naruto, also with Nine-Tails' assistance, managed to utilize the Adamantine Sealing Chains, learned the basic sensory ability, and thanks to Nine-Tails, gained the capacity to sense good and evil.
Uzumaki Mito, the first Nine-Tails Jinchūriki, First Hokage's spouse, and a master of Adamantine Sealing Chains.
Uzumaki Karin's mother solely mastered the healing ability, her potential suppressed by a mere grass ninja village (Kusagakure).
These individuals are renowned, with at most two awakened abilities.
Yet, Uzumaki stands out, possessing the fully developed Kagura Mind's Eye, physical healing ability, and Adamantine Sealing Chains - a triple innate talent showcasing exceptional physical development prowess.
After joining Orochimaru, she also mastered Healing (Medical) Jutsu, a skill even rare among medical ninjas. She's a biological research genius comparable to Kabuto.
This talent gained her a chance encounter with a hero during the Chūnin exams.
Could Uchiha Ran relinquish his prepared plan after this?
Having Elite Jōnin strength and relying on the Three Tomoe Sharingan's illusion control, Uchiha Ran infiltrated the grass ninja village, successfully rescuing Karin. She was placed on the island of Summoning Beasts, accompanied by later additions Ranmaru and Raiga.
Regrettably, Karin's mother was nearly exhausted by the time he reached her in the grass ninja village.
She had barely held on during the village's dark times, striving to protect Karin and prevent her daughter from sharing the same fate.
Upon learning that Uchiha Ran was Tsunade's younger brother of the Senju clan, willing to care for Karin, she smiled and ended her own life.
Uchiha Ran only managed to save one Uzumaki, who remained unharmed. But the latter was all too familiar with her mother's pain, well aware of the suffering awaiting her.
Thus, Uzumaki Karin felt gratitude towards Uchiha Ran, not only for saving her life but also for "saving her mother."
This bond, within a world dominated by puppy love, transformed into deep affection for Uzumaki.
Especially after over a year of intermittent companionship.
"It seems I hold a place in Karin's heart akin to her mother's."
"My efforts were not in vain."
Uchiha Ran felt a sense of relief within his heart.
Ordinarily, Uzumaki Karin would've undoubtedly chosen the resurrection card to revive her mother. But now, she hesitated, considering the power boost the sealing technique from the first option would provide.
Strengthening herself was the key to greater self-help, hence her dilemma.
Yet, Uchiha Ran believed that Uzumaki Karin need not choose just one option. In terms of gain, both Uzumaki Kushina and Namikaze Minato can also teach her the sealing technique.
He held this confidence.
[Uchiha Ran: Miss Uzumaki Karin, if you have someone you wish to resurrect and who can be revived, you can select option two. I'd truly like to witness the entire resurrection process. As for the sealing technique, I have a copy in Konoha. It can be returned to the original holder!]
Underneath Uchiha Ran's words was the suggestion that Uzumaki Karin should choose the resurrection option.
Concurrently, it provided the other a rationalized cause for joining Konoha. (Identity rationalization)
However, to others, the intention was different.
In Iwagakure, Onoki's gaze held fear, muttering, "You're so young yet possess such cunning nature!"
"What a formidable Fifth Hokage!"
Uchiha Ran's on pretence of curiosity, but there was a hidden agenda behind.
Using the sealing technique to entice Uzumaki Karin towards Konoha Village!
Once, Uzumaki Kushina, the Uzumaki clan's princess, had joined Konoha, bringing along a significant portion of the clan's sealing heritage. It was a known fact among various high-level factions. Later, Namikaze Minato employed the sealing art and Flying Thunder God technique, mastering multiple sealing techniques.
Though Konoha's upper echelons, specifically Konoha F4, had undermined the Uzumaki clan, the survivors chose to remain anonymous rather than ally with Konoha. Particularly with Root's Danzo maneuvering behind the scenes, this was a covert operation, especially in light of the Golden List connecting the current world with the Pure Land.
Sealing art was the Uzumaki clan's heritage. It was openly recorded from the Uzumaki clan within the Book of Seals of Konoha, avoiding ninja and clan conflicts.
Yet, only Uchiha Ran could thank the Uzumaki clan.
It was akin to saying that if Uzumaki were to join Konoha, they would be Uchiha Ran's faction.
Furthermore, due to Uchiha Ran's influence, he could receive double benefits. If Uzumaki was indeed revived, it's gratitude would be even more pronounced.
Additionally, relying on Uzumaki Karin would undoubtedly attract goodwill from the Senju and Uzumaki clans, granting political resources from First Hokage, Second Hokage, and Fourth Hokage.
Uzumaki's well-being in Konoha could potentially draw numerous Uzumaki clan members, a distinct advantage.
It's about influencing people, expanding Konoha, enhancing personal power, acquiring political resources, even weaving control over visitors...
The potential advantages were manifold.
Uchiha Ran's Hokage position would grow increasingly secure.
"Even if I, or others, discern this plot, even if it's evident that Uchiha Ran is acting in self-interest, I cannot expose it, let alone thwart it."
Onoki shivered.
Uchiha Ran's move was a scheme!
He persuaded Uzumaki Karin to select the second option, which could be described as "seeking good for the entire ninja world."
At this juncture, everyone would question the authenticity of the resurrection card!
Contradicting words and actions would label one an enemy of the ninja world!
...
"Uchiha Ran, this old man truly underestimated you."
Sarutobi Hiruzen regarded Uchiha Ran with apprehension.
Seeing the latter's pleasant smile at this moment, a chill ran down his spine.
Meanwhile, Summoning Beasts rested on the island.
Observing Uchiha Ran's words, Karin immediately grasped his intention. She felt her heart fill with sweetness, making a decision: "I choose the second option!"
Following a familiar process, Karin now held an additional card.
Amidst the spotlight, Karin tore the card apart.
"I choose to revive my mother, Uzumaki Nanako!"
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