Yagami faced off against a seasoned Jonin instructor in a sparring match and dominated him in Kenjutsu, Taijutsu, Genjutsu, and Ninjutsu. It was a humiliating defeat for the Jonin, shaking the pride of Konoha's elite.
In the aftermath, Danzo, observing the growing stir, took charge of the situation.
Danzo thoughts "This is not Challenging for him, we need to overwhelm him and place him in his place"
Danzo: "Hound! Step in and show that boy his place. Use any means necessary—even your Chidori, if it comes to that."
Kakashi's eyes widened behind his mask.
Kakashi's thoughts: He's just a kid from Obito's clan, and I'm supposed to use Chidori against him?
Noticing the silver-haired shinobi in the dog mask, Yagami smirked.
As Kakashi prepared himself, Yagami activated the Body Flicker Jutsu with no-mass, a technique designed for fluid, high-speed movement. He attacked Kakashi with a combination of Taijutsu and Kenjutsu.
Kakashi deflected the attacks with precision.
Kakashi's thoughts: This technique—it's similar to Uchiha Shisui's! This kid is no ordinary academy student.
Kakashi countered, "Earth Release: Earth Wave," disrupting the ground and forcing Yagami to halt his no-mass technique.
Seeing the platform unstable, Kakashi moved swiftly and lunged at Yagami with Chidori, its crackling energy lighting up the arena.
Yagami: "Shadow Clone Jutsu!"
In an instant, 20 shadow clones appeared around Yagami. Before Kakashi could react, Yagami and his clones launched a combined attack, using Wind Style: Vacuum Great Sphere Bullets. Each clone fired 10-15 bullets in rapid succession, creating a storm of wind projectiles aimed at Kakashi.
Danzo "Vaccum Great Sphere?, he is so young, how could he master that?"
Kakashi, using his agility, avoided the barrage by leaping to the top of the arena. The attack shattered a;; the glass around them as Kakashi prepared for another assault, activating his Chidori once more.
Meanwhile, Yagami unleashed his Black Lightning, its dark energy sparking with power.
Small sparks hit the ground while, it plundered the impact area.
Sweat dripped down Danzo's face.
Danzo's thoughts: This child—just six years old—is rivaling the strength of an ANBU commander! But he's an Uchiha he is truly evil, he must be eliminated, since he is inherited the will of fire, it will be difficult to recruit him to the root, lucky Bastard Hiruzen.
Before the clash could escalate further, Yagami raised his hand.
Yagami: "I surrender."
Danzo frowned, confused.
Danzo: "Why? Why surrender now?"
Yagami: "I have excellent vision, but with the ANBU-san's experience and speed, I'm not sure my body can withstand the flexibility of his attacks. If the battle continued, I would lose and risk significant damage. Even though my jutsu may be more potent than Chidori, his skill makes this a fight I cannot win."
Danzo's eyes narrowed as he studied the boy.
Danzo's thoughts: He's evaluating his battles with precision. This boy is the real deal. His talent rivals Madara's... but he's still an Uchiha, and Uchiha are fools driven by their cursed evil blood. sigh
Danzo spoke, "How do you know that jutsu? Who taught it to you?"
Yagami: "I created it myself. Though, it's interesting to see someone else wield a similar type of jutsu."
Kakashi stepped forward, intrigued.
Kakashi: "Your technique—there were different hand signs. And the ability to perform single-handed seals at your age is incredible. But why is it black?"
Yagami: "Apologies, ANBU-san. That's a shinobi secret."
Kakashi: "Fair enough. My apologies for asking."
Yagami: "No offense taken."
Danzo: "Boy, report to the council room to receive your headband and team assignment."
Yagami: "Hai."
As Yagami left the arena, Danzo called after him.
Danzo: "Wait outside. We will summon you shortly."
At the Council Room
The atmosphere was heavy as the events of the sparring session rippled through Konoha's upper echelons. Hiruzen Sarutobi exhaled smoke from his pipe, looking toward Danzo for a report.
Hiruzen: "What is your evaluation of the boy?"
Danzo: "His power outshined Kakashi's. his talent is quite terrifying and it could rival Minato's"
Homura: "That's a promising Shinobi, but he is so young."
Hiruzen: "Yes, Homura but I've prepared Yamanaka Ryu team captain, Hyūga Tokuma, and Aburame Torune for Team 46. They will form a specialized tactical tracking and information retrieval squad."
Danzo: "Excellent. The boy's power will complement that team well. He also created a jutsu—one with destructive potential exceeding Kakashi's Chidori."
Hiruzen: (raising an eyebrow) "could this jutsu classified above A-rank?"
Danzo: "the jutsu was really similar to Kakashi, maybe he could provide insights on this one and can elaborate further on its capabilities."
Hiruzen: "Lizard, summon Hound."
Moments later, Kakashi entered the room, his dog mask securely in place.
Hiruzen: "Hound, what can you tell us about the boy's 'black lightning' jutsu?"
Kakashi: "The jutsu is immensely destructive, resembling the Raikage's Black Panther technique in its properties. From my observations, direct contact with the jutsu could cause the affected body part to explode. However, Yagami's control over it is still developing, so it lacks precision."
Hiruzen: "Interesting. We'll have Yagami submit the jutsu in exchange for access to the Scroll of Seals. This way, we can achieve mutual benefit."
Danzo nodded and moved toward the door, but stopped abruptly, his sharp eyes narrowing at the scene beyond. Standing beside Yagami in the hallway was none other than Kushina Uzumaki, her fiery red hair vivid in the light.
Outside the Council Room
Kushina: "How is Isami?"
Yagami: (with a small smile) "Mom's doing fine, but she misses Dad a lot. She still talks about him often. By the way, how's Naruto? I haven't seen you since... Dad's passing. I couldn't leave his closest relative alone. He'd be disappointed if I ignored family."
Kushina: (smiling warmly) "You're just like your father, Yagami. Always thinking of others. But wait—what are you doing here? This building is for Jonin, Special Jonin, and the elder council!"
Yagami: (calmly) "I'm here to collect my headband and formally join the ranks as a Konoha Shinobi."
Kushina: (blinking) "But what about the academy?"
Yagami: (shrugging) "The teachers said there wasn't anything else they could teach me."
Kushina: (chuckling) "You've got a long road ahead, but that sounds just like you. Still, you should come visit Naruto sometime. He's lonely—dattebane!"
Yagami's eyes softened, his voice carrying sincerity.
Yagami: "Your hair is beautiful, Aunt Kushina. It reminds me of my father."
Kushina froze, the mention of her late brother striking a deep chord. Her eyes glistened, and before Yagami could react, she pulled him into a tight embrace.
Kushina: "Don't worry, Yagami. If you ever need help, you can always ask your aunt."
She pulled back slightly, studying his face as if to memorize every detail.
Kushina: "By the way, do you know any of the Uzumaki sealing techniques?"
Yagami: "Father taught me up to the Fourth Volume before he..."
Kushina: (nodding, visibly impressed) "That's pretty advanced for your age, Yagami. You've got the Uzumaki knack for seals."
A sudden, loud cough interrupted the moment. Both turned to see Danzo standing there, his expression unreadable, but his presence commanding silence.
Inside the Council Room
Hiruzen watched the scene unfold through the slightly ajar door, his expression unreadable as he puffed on his pipe.
Hiruzen "You can go Kakashi!"
Hiruzen's thoughts:
How could I have overlooked this? Yagami is part Uzumaki—a direct relative of Kushina. This complicates things. If the Nine-Tails were to ever escape, Yagami could play a critical role in countering it. His ties to Kushina may even make him a stabilizing force. On the other hand, his resentment toward the Uchiha—fueled by their treatment of his parents—could push him away from his clan. A double-edged sword, but one Konoha can wield if handled carefully.
Hiruzen's eyes narrowed, his mind already strategizing. "Come here Yagami"
Yagami "Hai Hokage sama"
Hiruzen "Here is you headband and after a week, come to training ground 5 around 10 am for the new team, you are having C-rank Mission"
Yagami "Yes, thank you Hokage sama"
Kushina intervened "Sending a 6 year old child to a c-rank mission?, what are you thinking about Pops"
Hiruzen "Well, Yagami is exceptional and they are only going to track and collect information, root anbu will follow them and finish assaination"
Kushina "Ok, if he is safe"
Koheru "Kushina it is not the way to a talk to elders and Hokage"
Kushina "Sorry, by the way, I want to teach Kaito's son some seals, will the elders council allow it?"
Hiruzen "Yes, I allow it"
Danzo and other elders had a dissatisfied face toward Hiruzen.
Its evident that, they didn't want a Jinchuriki near an Uchiha
Kushina "Come let's go to Ramen first then to my house"
Yagami "Ok, Aunt"