Chapter 6

Konoha, Melromarc Embassy

Seiya stared at Naofumi's hand crafted goods as the Shield Hero finished setting up shop. Beng overly cautious, Seiya was unsure if he should even be within any short distance of Naofumi. Though by now, he is fully aware of his fellow hero's abilities and lack of offensive abilities. Seiya could still see that Naofumi has some skills and abilities that may harm him. Though with Seiya's annoying personality, Naofumi really didn't want to be near this guy.

"Are you going to stare at my stuff all day like it's going to rip your face off or are you going to buy something?" Naofumi asked with an irate look on his face.

"How do I know it's not expired?" Seiya asked.

Naofumi groaned, "Then don't buy anything." he said.

"Then what if you conveniently have something that can amp up my power? And you're trying to hide it from me by increasing the price later?" Seiya asked.

"What exactly are your priorities?" Naofumi asked.

"Mainly my health, but I don't want some guy ripping me off with garbage that can turn my insides into gelatin." Seiya answered.

"You want a free sample then?" Naofumi asked.

Seiya was about to decline when he came up with an idea, "My baggage handler wants one." he said as he saw Elulu and Mash training with Rin.

"So you gotta try breathing. Fire needs oxygen, so it's going to go out if it runs out of air." Rin said as Elulu tried lighting some candles with some fire.

"I think I can make the fire, but not at the same time." Elulu said as she tried concentrating with her wand.

"So do you have any breathing styles that aren't fire?" Mash asked when suddenly he was lifted up by Seiya.

"I need you to try out free stuff." Seiya said before dragging him away.

"Hey! what are you doing!?" Mash asked before he was dropped in front of Naofumi.

Naofumi sighed, "You know, I'm not the nicest guy, but at least I don't treat Filo and Raphtalia like that." he said.

Despite the type of guy Naofumi is and the conditions he's been forced to go through. Including using slavery to get party members that won't betray him. Not that anyone in Melromarc would openly join him out of the goodness of their heart. Naofumi found and raised Raphtalia when she was sick and malnourished in that cage. The worst thing he did was shock her for being scared of fighting a large monster. Well that and saying he would stop taking care of her.

Though that last one was because Raphtalia had to develop courage. Courage to stop the same monster that was going to kill Naofumi. At best, it was more of a tough love situation.

"Just show me the free stuff so I know it's good." Seiya said.

"Fine, I got a potion that replenishes magic. It's also good for feeling exhausted in general." Naofumi said as Mash did train with Rin for over two hours today.

"That sounds good, I used up some new skills and it took a lot of magic on my part." Mash said as he extended his hand.

"Hold still, it's going to feel like you're taking iodine." Naofumi said as he poured the potion on Mash.

Mash winced as he felt his magic slowly return to him. Only by ignoring the slight pain and numbness on his arm. Mash felt relief within his body.

"Hey I think it worked!" Mash said.

"I hate iodine. What else you got?" Seiya asked making Mash and Naofumi sigh.

Eventually, Naruto arrived with some of the genin and his protection detail. Mash did a full bow while Naofumi and Seiya did small tilts with their heads. Something that made Mash nervous as he felt like they were disrespecting the emperor for not giving him enough respect. Luckily, Naruto was not the type of man to demand such gestures with the treat of death.

"You guys are going to get us in trouble!" Mash whined.

"Calm down, anyways. The only free samples I got left are for boosting the effects of buffs and flushing out poisons." Naofumi said as he held up two tiny bottles.

"Good, I can test this mushroom I found." Seiya said as he looked at Mash.

"Suddenly you're brave enough to grab mushrooms!?" Mash asked.

"Yeah, by now I have enough skills to avoid being suddenly attacked by plants. Besides, you can handle one mushroom's little effects right?" Seiya asked, but it sounded like there is no reasoning with him.

"I miss Rista!" Mash cried out.

Rista always did always act like the voice of reason. Sure she was not the most intelligent member of the party even though she is a goddess that has successfully saved five worlds. But, sometimes Seiya was the brains of the group despite Rista's frustrations with his odd sense of behavior. Right now, Rista would likely try to keep Seiya from doing something random.

"Fine, if you don't want to do it then stop crying." Seiya said as he tossed away the mushroom.

As the crazy suggestion didn't go through. Seiya kept looking at Naofumi's wares and pondering about his potential purchase. That's if he was sure that Naofumi isn't a secretly malicious person trying to kill him with bad supplies. That's if Naofumi can remain patient enough to deal with this cautious hero who keeps assuming that bad things will happen.

'I would rather listen to Itsuki than this guy.' Naofumi thought.

With Naruto

As the Crimson Emperor arrived at the home of his parents. He was greeted with a kiss and embrace from his affectionate wife. Both gestures were of course returned with just as much passion.

"How are things darling?" Yasaka asked.

"A bit hectic, but hopefully we can control the situation. Then put all of this behind us." Naruto said as Yasaka smiled.

"That reminds me, we will be having another visitor soon." Yasaka said surprising Naruto. "From none other than your fellow emperor. Who chose to break protocol." she said.

Naruto frowned, "Unless Alucard has chosen to have his midlife crisis right. Is it safe to assume that Vali left someone in charge with his own duties at home?" he asked.

"He did not give me details." Yasaka answered. "Now then, how will the situation with Melromarc's forces be handled? I'm sure no nation enjoys rogue soldiers doing as they please." she said.

"It's a matter of who is charge dear. You know that very well. Unfortunately for them, the distribution of powers has been brought down to that xenophobic codger." Naruto said referring to Aultcray.

"Very well, hopefully the pointless conflicts end and the politics return to a more stable case." Yasaka said. Where she then smiled as she looked up, "It's been a while since I've last spoken to Merillia. I hear she has yet to meet Fitoria." she said knowing how much the queen has wanted to meet the ruler of the Filolials.

"You say that as if it were a matter of importance." Naruto said with a sigh.

A couple of days later

Despite his main purpose of maintaining a spy network. Jiraiya thought it would be a good time to train his godchildren. Mainly starting with the toad contract as he hoped the two kids may potentially learn senjutsu in a couple of years time. All Jiraiya needed to do was worry about the boss of the toad clan accepting them. Since Gamabunta is very stubborn and difficult to get along with at first glance.

"So we sign right here ero-sennin?" Arashi asked.

"Don't call me that and yes, just prick your finger and sign it there with your blood." Jiraiya answered.

"Oh great, we're edge lords now." Mito said.

"Hey don't say that! Toads are cool!" Arashi said as he started signing.

"They would be more cool if we didn't have to cut ourselves like an emo." Mito replied.

"All contracts are like that as far as I know." Jiraiya said as Mito pouted.

After the signing was finished and the children were officially summoners like their father. Jiraiya explained the necessary hand seals meant to summon a toad from Mt. Myobkou. Only they had to make sure that they maintained good chakra control unless they wanted to summon a tadpole. Which was not the mission today and they only had about four weeks to train.

"Okay, Kuchiyose no Jutsu!" Arashi yells as he slams his palm onto the ground.

When the ground exploded and was surrounded with a lot of smoke. Arashi stared at the smoke with stars in his eyes as he awaited for a loyal toad to appear. Instead of a friend to assist him on the battlefield. The blond boy was surprised by the sight of a normal sized toad.

"Hey! Who the heck brought me here!?" asked the toad.

"Are you the boss toad?" Arashi asked.

"No, not yet at least. If you want dad, you did a poor job because I'm Gamakichi." the toad said.

"Try again." Jiraiya commanded.

"Kuchiyose no Jutsu!" Arashi calls out again.

This time, he summoned a yellow toad, "Oh boy, it must be super important if I'm here." he said before looking at the other toad. "Oh hey nii-san, you got summoned too?" he asked.

"Gamatatsu you numbskull, they were trying to call tou-san." Gamakichi said as Gamatatsu looked curious.

"I see, we got new summoners." Gamatatsu said as he looked at the teens and Jiraiya. "Jiraiya-sama, do you got any snacks?" He asked.

"I'll get you something later. Mito, maybe you will have better luck." Jiraiya said.

"Sure, just leave us alone. We enjoy being summoned for no reason." Gamakichi said sarcastically.

Just then, Naruto arrived to find Mito summoning a slightly larger toad with battle armor. It was impressive, but not the right one to call for. The Fox Emperor sighed as he moved towards his siblings to see what they were doing and potentially help them. As those two seemed both lost and confused.

"What are you doing?" Naruto asked.

"We're summoning toads!" Arashi answered.

"Failing to summon the real boss." Mito corrected.

"Have you tried putting in a lot of chakra? Your control should be fine after I removed the seals on your stomachs." Naruto said.

From there, it was a lot of annoying trial and error. Along with Naruto sensing an angry voice in between Arashi and Mito with something trying to recall his power. However, Mito was able to summon a giant toad right before Arashi summoned the real boss toad.

"Are you the boss?" Mito asked.

"In a life time where I am not clumsy, then maybe." the toad said.

"Eh? What are you doing here Gamaken? What the hell is Jiraiya doing summoning us?" Gamabunta said as Mito jumped on top of him.

"I summoned you!" Arashi yells.

Gamabunta scoffed as Gamaken left, "A brat like you is a century too young to do anything that impressive." He said.

"He did papa! We were watching them try and fail the whole time!" Gamatatsu yells.

"You make it sound more pathetic than it is." Gamakichi said.

"What are you two doing here? Jiraiya where the hell are you?" Gamabunta asked while Jiraiya was hiding behind a rock for some reason.

Naruto stepped forward, "Are you the leader of the toad clan?" he asked.

"Yeah, what's it to you?" Gamabunta asked.

"What does it take for you to find those two worthy of your contract?" Naruto asked.

"A big challenge, like a test of guts and strength. Why do you care?" Gamabunta asked.

"I'm their lost sibling from what I've been told." Naruto answered.

Now the toad boss looked confused, "What are you talking about?" he asked.

"It's a long story boss." Arashi said.

The next day, Konoha gates

Vali's airship finally arrived at the gate. Once again making Kotetsu and Izumo groan as there would be a bit too much excitement for their taste. As the airship touched down, an armed guard came out with an officer carrying proper documentation. Both gate guards were at least happy enough that the airship's owner took them for consideration rather than just fly over them. Though that would also be as good rather than to threaten them.

"Um, state your business." Izumo said trying to sound authoritative.

"Political business, we are carrying the Azure Emperor, Vali Lucifer on board. Who is requesting to pass into your village." The officer said.

Izumo's eyes shrank as he took the documents, "Ok… um, Kotetsu is there anything we need to ask for specifically?" he asked.

Kotetsu shrugged, "Identification? I guess?" he asked.

"All documentation is there as prepared." the officer answered while patiently awaiting the gate guards to grant them entry.

"Yeah, let me just run some stuff first. Protocol, am I right?" Kotetsu asked as the officer did not look amused.

After a few minutes of double checking the legal documents and protocols. Along with contacting an ANBU to send a message to the Hokage. The chunin ranked gate guards accepted the request for entry. The officer nodded as he took his documents back and returned to the airship. A few minutes later, Vali himself came out in a European style uniform with Arachne hanging off of his arm.

Along with Azazel following behind him with a medium group of armed guards. All of which made the gate guards feel nervous as they walked past the gate and found an ANBU waiting for them.

"Please follow to the Hokage's office." The ANBU said.

"Sure thing pal, mind the uptight security. It's part of the emergency measures and crap." Vali said in a laidback tone.

The ANBU nodded and lead the way. At the same time, trying to ignore the anxiety they felt from the silent guards. Something about their presence and armor maid them feel unnatural.

At the tower, meeting room

Naruto's senses perked, causing his ears to almost pop out his head. Momon noticed this as she had her sons set up communications within the council room. Before she asked what was wrong, the door was kicked open by Vali who made a surprise appearance.

"I see the party hasn't started." Vali said as Naruto sighed.

"Who is this?" Minato asked.

Momon walked up to Vali and extended her arms, "Ah, Vali. How long has it been?" she asked as Vali tried to hug her. Only to slap him, "How long has it been since I taught you manners!?" she asked angrily.

An emperor and one of the most powerful people in his own faction. Yet, Momon was someone that Vali feared when she got really angry. Especially when she's the one that had to teach him basic manners. Still, she was a lot more kind than his birth father. Then again, his adoptive father and uncle figure usually let him get away more often with some small things.

"Sorry grandma." Vali said before being slapped again.

"You are an emperor for crying out loud. Anyways, go greet your step brother and everyone else. Business is starting in a couple of minutes." Momon said as Vali rubbed his face.

"No respect." Vali muttered.

"Then earn the respect!" Momon yelled.

Vali sighed as he took his seat, "So, how bad are things?" he whispered over to Naruto who pinched the bridge of his nose. "That bad?" he asked.

"Where do I begin?" Naruto asked.

"How about after the attempted invasion or whatever the hell was going on when that princess showed up?" Vali asked.

"I guess the random break escape of a few berserker knights is a good place." Naruto said as Vali raised a brow.

"Enough chit chat!" Momon yelled as she set up devices.

Minato took a deep breath as he adjusted himself, "I'm supposed to be meeting with the other Kage. I didn't expect another realm filled with religious leaders and monarchs." he said to himself.

Soon enough, the thought projection of the Primarch and superior of Frollo appeared. In all of his holy glory, Primarch Dysley appeared before the council members and emperors.

"Greetings everyone, I thank the lord that we are all in good health. That we may overcome the needless violence if possible." Dysley said as everyone nodded back.

"This should be good." Vali whispered over to Naruto as he only imagined why the Primarch was needed.

Meanwhile, with the genin

While Naruto and Minato were at the meeting at the tower to discuss the latest issues with the other realms and political stability. Or the lack of with recent events. Leaving the genin to continue to train on their own with their respective jounin instructors or clan members. Meanwhile Kakashi decided to take Sasuke since the twins were being trained by Jiraiya. Surprisingly, Sakura decided to ask Felix for some help in support techniques.

Which Sakura had to learn by converting the techniques into chakra. They weren't perfect but at least those book smarts were being used for something useful for once.

"It's only going to be worse when nii-san comes back." Mito said with a sigh.

"Don't jinx it, he said he can try to be fair." Arashi said.

"Fair means keeping us alive baka." Mito said back.

Then Kushina arrived with a plate drinks, "You two shouldn't slack off. Your lucky the pervert is too soft on you." she said as she put beverages down. "I would be 10 times harder on you!" she said raising up her fist as an aura of fire appeared behind her.

The twins recoiled in fear as they saw the scary aura in their mother. Still, even as a housewife, Kushina is far from being weak. That and if she really wanted to be serious, she could floor her two children with her kenjutsu. Not that either one of them would want to test that as Kushina proved herself several times when they were smaller.

"I think we can take it slowly." Mito said before Arashi made it worse on himself.

"Okay, but remember this. I'm always willing to help." Kushina said with a friendly smile.

Unknown to anyone else, this smile guaranteed pain. Lots and lots of pain.

"We're good." the twins said at the same time.

"Anyways, who are you two fighting in the finals?" Kushina asked.

"I'm facing some Kumo girl named Samui." Mito said plainly.

Then Kushina's look dramatically changed for no reason. The Uzumaki matriarch was suddenlly wearing a red kimono with her clan's symbol and had her hair styled as if she were the leader of the Yakuza. Along with an emotionless yet terrifying stare as she looked down at Mito.

"Defeating your opponent is not enough musume. You must break them." Kushina said coldly.

'I forgot how much she hates Kumo!' Mito thought fearfully.

Oyabun Kushina then faced her son, "And you?" she asked.

"Neji Hyuga." Arashi answered nervously.

That's when Kushina returned to normal, "Okay, just kick his ass and maybe give him a good kick in the balls. Hinata is so sweet, she doesn't deserve that kind of beating." she said.

"She's right, Hinata lost mainly because she got too tired." Mito said as Arashi sighed.

"Okay! Okay! I'll do it! Not for Hinata, not for the clan, not for the village, but for the people of Robonia!" Arashi exclaimed as Titanius suddenly appeared.

"I dub thee, a legend amongst my people and neighbors of Robonia." Titanius said.

"Okay, enough jokes!" Kushina said cutting them off from another skit.

Later that afternoon

Gamabunta looked down at his new summoners who were trying to follow Gamatatsu around. Both Arashi and Mito were trying their hands at learning toad katas by starting with some exercises. Starting with the Froggy Song that Gamakichi made up as to help discipline them or something.

"I wish that fox brat was here. Never thought I would find myself fighting the Kyuubi again, only in a drinking contest and losing." Gamabunta said as he saw the dance.

"Do you know the froggy song?" Gamakichi sang.

"Yes I hear the froggy song, rib-bitty rib-bitty! Rib-bitty rib-bitty!" the twins sang.

"What are oji and and oba doing?" Kunou asked as she appeared with Yasaka.

"Dancing with frogs apparently. There are just being silly musume." Yasaka said as she did not understand the training course.

A few minutes pass and Kunou assumes fox form. Where she starts following her aunt and uncle around in an attempt to grasp a feel of the training. It felt silly to watch, so Kunou thought it would be fun to follow. Clearly Gamatatsu found more fun in dancing than teaching in this case. At least until Mito stepped on his foot.

"GRRR!" Gamatatsu growled angrily.

"Sorry." Mito apologized.

"Open your mind gaki, don't focus on Tatsu's movement." Gamabunta said as he drank a cup of sake. "This stuff is good, where do they make it?" he asked.

"Where did you get it 'bunta?" Jiraiya asked with interest.

"Back off pervert, this is mine and mine alone. That fox gaki managed to get it for me. They make this stuff feel strong but with a pleasent after taste." Gamabunta answered.

"I'm not trying to steal anything." Jiraiya said as he waved his arms around.

"This is tiresome." Yasaka said before Naruto arrived in a technique similar to shunshin. "Is the meeting over?" she asked.

Naruto nodded, "It is, i… what is going on?" he asked as he saw the dancing.

"Training, I think. Anyways, did anything meaningful occur?" Yasaka asked.

"For starts, Vali has arrived." Naruto said as Yasaka frowned. "While Primarch Dysley is working on way to calm down the fanatics of Melromarc as well as a few smaller sovereign states. Vali decided that things weren't fun enough and challenged me to a spar." he said.

"No ordinary practice session I assume." Yasaka said as she knew the other emperors well.

She only wished that Vali was more mature like Alucard. A more serious yet kind hearted monarch. Especially since he's married to that follower of Athena and with two children too. Such a beautiful family, but Vali just enjoys being a playboy on his spare time.

"It's going to be big, but luckily he doesn't want it bad enough to destroy the village." Naruto said as Yasaka sighed.

"Would it have been different if one of the Sparta brothers took over?" Yasaka asked.

"Dante would have left and I have mixed feelings about Vergil." Naruto answered.

"I suppose the same can be said about Cereza." Yasaka adds as Naruto nods.

Naruto then turned to face his siblings, "You two better take in this easygoing training. Because I will not let you take this one month as a leisurely vacation!" he yells as the two pale in fear.

Timeskip, three days before the finals

Mito and Arashi sighed as they finished eating their ramen at Ichiraku. After eating, paying and bidding Teuchi and his daughter farewell. Leaving the twins to drag themselves back home after another ragged training session with their brother. As it turned out to be true, Naruto did not hold back and expected the two children to properly wield their swords and constantly practice their kenjutsu so that they can learn higher level breathing styles.

Naruto is also a lot more difficult compared to the easy going Rin who just went with the flow. Describing his own experiences with his own strange words. While it was difficult to understand Rin, at least he wouldn't threaten them. Most likely because Rin had bad experiences with his own teacher who he referred to as, "Boob-zilla", for some odd reason.

"I miss Rin." Arashi said.

"Really!?" Mito asked.

"Yeah, he was super weird and lame, but he was cool. He also knows how to make tasty food instead of putting us on diets." Arashi explained as Mito groaned.

"Today was our "reward", so don't make nii-san regret letting us off easy." Mito said before they bumped into familiar faces.

"Oh hello Mito-san, Arashi-san." said none other than everyone's favorite raccoon girl.

"Hi Raphtalia, what are you doing here?" Mito asked as night had already consumed the village.

"I went out shopping for supplies for Naofumi-sama and Elulu here decided to come with me." Raphtalia said as the Dragon-Kin smiled.

"That's nice, I bet Naofumi doesn't work you two to death." Arashi said.

Raphtalia was really defensive about her master, "Naofumi-sama is not that bad of a man. He may seem cold and distant, but he knows Filo's as well as my own limits." she said.

Elulu frowned, "I wish Seiya let Mash and myself train. He keeps taking all of the fights for himself." she said.

"At least you aren't being worked to death. You get to train with Rin and probably eat his tasty food." Arashi said as Elulu sweat dropped.

"It can't be that bad. Your own brother is a powerful emperor. Your own father is very strong as well." Elulu said unaware of Naruto's methods.

"It is bad." Arashi said with a sad face.

"Well then maybe…" Raphtalia stopped mid-sentence as her ears picked up a noise. "What's that?" she asked.

"Is something the matter?" Elulu asked as she looked around.

Raphtalia looked over at the roof, "I think I hear fighting or some heavy metal work." she said as she walked through an alley.

"It's worth checking out I guess." Mito said as she wanted to be sure.

Arashi shrugged as he gestured for Elulu to follow him. As the group followed Raphtalia. They quickly found a Konoha jounin falling down from a building with a giant gash on his chest. Raphtalia immediately moved towards him and started pulling out a healing potion. Meanwhile the twins and Elulu looked up at the roof to see a Suna jounin along with two individuals looking down at them.

"I see it is time for us to leave Baki-san." said Kabuto who quickly escaped.

"Oh my, I never expected this many part crashers. Fret not, I believe I can dispose of them." a jovial masked man said as he jumped down.

Baki nodded and started running while the masked man distracted them. Arashi immediately ran after the jounin without so much as a plan. Mito was about to run and stop her brother. Only for the masked man to throw a kick towards her.

"Crap." Mito cursed.

"I'm afraid I cannot let you leave. It would only ruin our plans." the masked man said only for Mito to swipe at him. "Now now, a young lady should not be engaging in violence." he said taunting Mito.

"Hold still freak!" Mito yells as she keeps slashing at him.

"Haste!" Elulu yells as she boosts Mito's speed.

"Oh my! So much more ferocious!" the man said as he had to move faster.

"Illusion Sword." Raphtalia whispered as she disappeared.

Mito jumped back and formed a hand seal, "Shadow Clone Jutsu!" she yells as four copies of her fight by her side.

"Delay!" Elulu yells out in an attempt to slow down the masked man.

"I have you now freak!" Mito yells as her clones prepare to cut the man down.

"My name is not "Freak", it is Vanir. How rude of- AHHH!" Vanir screams as Raphtalia managed to surprise him.

Mito's clone land several blows as well, but the masked man turned into dust. Mito immediately looked around and focused on her surroundings. Like Orochimaru, Mito believed that Vanir is capable of a clone technique. Only it was dust or sand rather than mud. Except she never noticed how the mask stayed behind.

"Is he dead?" Elulu asked while feeling squeamish.

"It could be a trick or maybe he was a golem." Raphtalia said as she poked the mask with her sword.

When it suddenly came to life and attached itself to her face. Raphtalia immediately panicked as she tried to rip it off of her eyes. Mito turned around and saw this sudden action before Raphtalia calmed down.

"Did you think it would be that easy? I'm certain that this will prove more difficult for you now that I have your friend hostage." Raphtalia said in Vanir's voice.

"Hey! Let me go!" Raphtalia yelled out.

"Hush my lady, allow me to lead this dance." Vanir said as he took control of Raphtalia's body and sword. "Come forward, that's if you are risking the life of your raccoon friend." he said as he gave a taunting gesture to the girls.

Elulu glared at Vanir's mask, "Flare Circle!" she yelled as she trapped Vanir inside of a circle of flames.

"I suppose this is unexpected." Vanir said as this can damage him and Raphtalia.

"I'll try cutting the mask!" Mito said as she jumped over the flames and into the circle.

Vanir wagged Raphtalia's finger around, "Careful, you harm me and you will be hurting this girl the most." he said.

Mito grits her teeth, "Teme! Raphtalia is a kind person and you're treating her like a puppet!" she said angrily.

Raphtalia then briefly took back control, "Mito-san, just take him out! I can handle the hits! I promise!" she pleaded.

Mito hesitantly nodded but switched to a kunai, "Maybe a smaller weapon will weaken the blow. First Form: Unknowing Fire!" she yells as she attempts to cut off the mask.

Which Vanir avoided by bending over backwards quickly, "Oh my, for someone well endowed. You are very flexible." he said.

"Pervert!" Raphtalia screamed as she slapped the mask and hurting herself in the process.

"Let go of her!" Mito demanded as she tried slashing at the mask again.

Vanir blocked the kunai with Raphtalia's sword, "Just because the girl takes all the hits. It does not mean I will not fight back." he said with a grin.

"Delay!" Elulu casts from outside of the circle.

Vanir frowned as the debuff landed on him, "This is still difficult. I'm glad I only grabbed very little attention." he said before kicking Mito towards the fire.

"No you don't! Shadow Kunai Jutsu!" Mito yells as several kunai fly towards Vanir who blocked most of them.

Except for one that hit right above the eye hole, "Damn." he said as he pried it off.

Followed by being kicked in the chest, "Sorry Raphtalia." Mito said as she repeatedly kicked the demi human.

"You sadist! Where is the honor of kicking a man while he's down!?" Vanir said as Mito kept kicking.

"Keep going Mito, he can't fight if I can't move!" Raphtalia said.

Mito was about to kick again when she looked at Elulu, "Do you know any paralyses techniques?" she asked the younger girl.

"Um, I think I have one for…" Elulu tried to say before Vanir sweeped Mito's legs.

"Too slow!" Vanir taunted as Mito fell onto the ground. The masked demon continued to laugh, "So pathetic, so weak, so childish. I only wonder where little girl like you hails from. Wait a moment, I can figure it out." he said as the eyeholes of the mask started to glow.

Mito growled as she stood up again. Not realizing that Vanir read her mind and obtained information for himself. Where he proceeded to laugh yet again as he taunted Mito with the information he acquired.

"The daughter of the village leader? How can you be this slow when he's revered as the fastest man alive? Maybe you don't have the heart of a warrior like this raccoon girl." Vanir tauned.

"Leave Mito-san alone!" Raphtalia yelled.

"Be quiet you, this girl has the heart of a punk or maybe a future housewife." Vanir said making Mito angrier by the minute. "Wait, that means I have the heart of warrior now. Haha, that means I win. Haha, I win again. Haha, you want more?" he asked.

"Paralysis!" Elulu yelled out.

"Haha! Huh?" Vanir asked when Mito grabbed the mask. "Unhand me! I know you don't wash your hands! You only use hand sanitizer!" he yelled before Mito ripped him off of Raphtalia's face.

"Wash this!" Mito yells as she uses all of her strength to shatter the mask. "Finally, it's over." Mito said as the flames died down.

Raphtalia groaned as she held her head, "That really hurts." She said.

"Sorry Raphtalia, the stupid mask was really annoying." Mito said as she dropped the fragments.

Just as the girls helped Raphtalia stand up. They turned back towards the jounin who was injured. Where they found him barely alive but breathing fine thanks to the potions and basic medical knowledge Raphtalia has. Though it would appear that he needs a real doctor.

"I swear, I'm going to kick Arashi's ass for abandoning us!" Mito said angrily.

"Where did he go anyways?" Elulu asked.

"I would be more concerned with me!" the girls turned around to find that Vanir returned to life.

With the roman numeral "II" on his mask as a slight change in appearance. The girls quickly got into their fighting stances as the demon prepared to fight the until the reach exhaustion. It was only until out of nowhere, a giant kick to the head sent Vanir crashing through an abandoned building and into an empty fruit stand.

"That will teach him!" Tohru said as she revealed herself.

"Tohru!" Mito called out.

"I was getting some last minute groceries for the babies. When I saw Arashi getting his butt kicked by some foreign guy then he told me about you three." Tohru explained.

Mito sighed, "I'm beating him up." she said.

"I think the other guy beat you there. Though he got away, but still. I managed to beat that demon in time." Tohru said as they all went to find Vanir barely able to maintain a humanoid form.

"He just keeps coming back. He also controls us if we destroy his body." Raphtalia said as Tohru started pondering what to do.

At home

*CLANG*

Tohru put down the jar filled with Vanir's mask and sand. Right where Naruto and the rest of the family could see the trapped demon. Meanwhile, Ram came in with beverages and saw the jar.

"You brought home sand." Ram said.

"It's not sand, it's some parasitic demon in the shape of a mask!" Tohru yelled.

"A sand demon then." Ram corrected herself only to hear Tohru growl.

"Is it a bakezori? Like in the legends?" Minato asked as it seemed that yokai and other myths have come to life.

"Unlikely, while it's possible for people to own various masks. This accessory could function like a remote control." Yasaka said as she waved her fan around.

"Perhaps Grandfather Greyfarn can study it." Naruto said as Vanir struggled to escape.

"I should add a seal, the last thing I want is a demon to run around." Minato said as he went to get some papers and a brush.

"Maybe some interrogation would help." Ram suggested.

"We can't hurt him in person, but that doesn't mean we can't play mind games." Tohru said as she pulled back her sleeve.

During this talk, Vanir felt very nervous as his sand was sliding around within the jar. It didn't help that Ponta jumped onto the table and started scratching the glass with her paw. The curious fox like creature looked at the jar's contents as the sand moved around on it's own.

"We'll save this for the morning." Naruto said.

"Maybe add a triple seal of resistance. Just in case he manages to get loose." Yasaka suggested.

Day of the finals

After the incident with Vanir, the jounin was identified as Hayate Gecko. After losing consciousness for about two days. The man ended up waking up and reported what he found. It did help that he was stable enough for a Yamanaka to check his mind for information. In which they identified the Suna jounin, Baki, as responsible for his assault. Along with Kabuto Yakushi who is still at large and Vanir who represented a third party working with Orochimaru.

Sadly, they were still trying to get information out of Vanir. Especially since he was very discreet with what he told Baki. Yet it sounded like Kabuto knows more but the village is still looking for the silver haired man. Although that didn't mean Suna was any more innocent as Baki tried going into hiding but his assigned genin team is making an appearance at the finals.

With that, Minato and Naruto had their respective underlings prepare for a potential attack. For now, they could not risk a massive panic during the final exams which still had to take place.

"Welcome, ladies and gentleman, I welcome you all to the final round of the Chunin Exams!" Minato announced as the crowd cheered.

As Minato continued his speech, the genin at the bottom started to get lined. With Genma Shiranui taking over as the new proctor due to Hayate's injuries. All of them continued to listen to the Hokage's speech about maintaining the peace as well as prosperity through the skills presented by these genin and future genin of the next exams.

"Smile for the crowd, all of you are the stars today." Genma said as Minato was finishing up.

"With that! I present the brave genin who made it this far!" Minato said as the crowd cheers for the genin. "As well as a surprise guest for a special exhibition at the end of the first round!" he adds as Genma pulls out the bracket for the matches.

"Pay close attention, so you know when your name is called." Genma said to the genin. "Now, I need Arashi Namikaze and Neji Hyuga to get into position. The rest of you leave the field." he said as all but two of them left.

Neji took his position where he took a stance for the Gentle Fist. Meanwhile Arashi adjusted himself and reached out for his sword on his back. While also making sure that his new clothes were looking neat. It was a big a change, but Arashi got a custom dark purple outfit with a red hood attached. It kind of looked like a uniform, but one fit for combat.

"Are you both ready?" Genma asked and the two nodded. "Very well, the first round of the finals may now begin!" he announced as he brought his hand down.

Neji already narrowed his eyes at Arashi, "Just surrender, Fate has decreed my victory." he said.

"If Fate decreed then what does it look like?" Arashi taunted.

"The appearance matters not! For I know…"

"What are you? A prophet all of a sudden?" Arashi asked making Neji feel annoyed.

"I just know, for we it is all determined…"

(Demon Slayer OST - Inosuke Theme Version 2)

"Water Breathing!" Arashi yells as he runs head first towards Neji.

Neji gritted his teeth as he was "rudely" interrupted by Arashi. Before avoiding the rapid slashes aimed towards him. Where Arashi charged up his weapon with a lot of chakra to unleash a large wave of water.

"First Form: Water Surface Slash!" Arashi yells as he he slashes towards Neji.

Who quickly avoided the attack as it left behind a heavy mark on the ground. Arashi continued his assault even when Neji kicked him away. Not that the Hyuuga prodigy could do any long lasting damage. As underneath the sweater, Arashi had some light leather armor meant to reduce cuts and most blows.

As Arashi slides across the ground, he quickly forms a familiar hand seal, "Shadow Clone Jutsu!" he yells out.

Neji maintains his stance as he expects each clone to run at him wildly. Instead, each clone started performing their own hand seals. Unlike Arashi who befriended Hinata and learned a bit of insight from the Hyuuga taijutsu style. Neji did not do any research on his opponent other than relying on common knowledge about him being the son of the Hokage. Along with potentially knowing that Arashi had kenjutsu skills as well as some ninjutsu.

Though even with a good pedigree, Neji saw Arashi as a clown as he was in public along with Mito. Then again, Mito was a tad more serious but also more easily angry like her mother.

As Neji didn't expect each clone to be solid and capable of using jutsus.

"Water Style: Water Bullet!" each clone yells as they bombard Neji.

Neji in return had trouble avoiding each attack. Which got worse as the clones rotated from firing together to one at a time to keep Neji moving. Even more so as Arashi generated more clones to help corner him. Forcing Neji to use his trump card early.

"Kaiten!" Neji yells as he reflects each attack. Holding out long enough, each clone popped as they ran out of chakra, "This is the ultimate defense. You will not be able to do so much as touch me." he said before realizing that he couldn't see Arashi.

Upon activating his Byakugan, Neji used his 360 degree vision to find his opponent. Only to find several clones of Arashi falling from the sky. Leaving the Hyuga wondering how Arashi made it up there in the first place. Regardless, each clone was bringing down their water coated blades in an ambush.

"Third Form: Water Wheel!" they yells as they spin vertically towards Neji.

"Kaiten!" Neji yells as he attempts to repel the clones.

Though the amount of force they all poured into such a small space without somehow hitting each other. Neji was able to blast them all away. Before he could continue to belittle Arashi and flaring his arrogance. Neji was surprised by a sudden slash that he attempted to avoid. One that ended up cutting Neji's side, making him jump away as the real Arashi flicked away the blood on his blade.

"Impossible!" Neji cried out.

Tenten, Neji's teammate, stared in shock, "Impossible! Neji's technique can't be broken!" she yelled.

TenTen spent a lot of time training with Neji so the latter could perfect the technique kept by the main family. Only unlike what Naruto and other jounin had taught, TenTen relied solely on weapons but is not a true master. Excellent with many of them yes, but in a real fight with only one weapon type. TenTen would lose and with that logic, the bun haired girl only used brute force and that wouldn't be enough against a giant sphere on the ground.

"I cut you when you stopped! You idiot, what good is a defense if it gets tired!?" Arashi asked as he wanted to test Neji's defense strength.

Only to see that Neji staggered when each water bullet hit his sphere. Meaning that he was either getting tired and couldn't hold Kaiten for too long or too much pressure would break the barrier.

"For a genius, you sure are slow." Arashi taunted as Neji ran at him.

After avoiding several blows, Arashi bent over backwards and tossed out a flash bombs. Neji quickly tried to strike Arashi while he was open. Only for the bright light of the bomb to damage his eyesight and with a dojutsu, the Byakugan especially, Neji would be in a world of pain. As his dojutsu was only more sensitive to light which made him unable to see straight. Now feeling disoriented, Neji never had the chance to defend against Arashi's final attack.

"Third Form: Flowing Dance!" Arashi yells as he and the sword start spinning.

From there, Arashi moved smoothly almost as if he were dancing. Creating a flowering pattern as he sliced up everything in his path. Unfortunately for Neji, he happened to be the only thing in Arashi's path. When he found himself being repeatedly sliced up but without having any vital organs punctured.

'Good thing I held back.' Arashi thought as he stopped once Neji collapsed with a loud thud.

Genma ran up to check Neji and shook his head, "Neji Hyuga is unable to continue! The winner is Arashi Namikaze!" he announced as Arashi raised up his sword and cheered.

As the first winner of the Chunin exams left to join the other contestants. Neji was taken away while no one but Hanabi Hyuga noticed her father leave to visit his nephew in the infirmary.

Round 2

Mito grinned as she jumped down before slapping her own cheek, 'No, not the time to play around. This is a serious situation. No time to joke around like Arashi baka.' she thought just as Samui started making her way down.

Mito looked up and saw Minato conversing with the Raikage who decided to watch the exams. Unlike the Tsuchikage who claimed to have important business of his own. Mito merely continued to move to the center of the arena and wait until Samui arrived.

"Are both contestants ready?" Genma asked as he received two nods. "Begin!" he said.

Unlike Neji, Samui kept her composure and maintained an emotionless look. Where she proceeded to draw her own sword and charge at Mito who was taking deep breaths. When the younger girl drew her sword to block Samui's at the last second. Even with the quickdraw, Samui looked emotionless as Mito pushed back the Kumo kunoichi.

As Samui regained her footing and prepared a defense. Mito continued to take deep breaths. All while thinking about what she learned when developing her breathing style.

"Fire Breathing." Mito whispered as she raised her blade. Then her eyes almost appeared to be glowing with life, "Fifth Form: Flowing Tiger!" She shouts as she charges at Samui with rapid slashes.

Despite their speed and fury, Samui managed to block each one. Only to see Mito generating a large tiger made of fire. One that had nearly engulfed the busty young woman in fire as the tiger attempted to devour her. Making the calm looking kunoichi show fear as she barely avoided the flames from burning her body.

'Control your breathing Mito. The pain starts if you lose focus.' Mito mentally told herself as she chased Samui around.

Samui formed as few hand seals before jumping and turning around, "Lightning Style: Electromagnetic Murder!" she yells as she destroys the ground in front of Mito.

Mito avoided the attack and continued to dash at Samui. As both their weapons clashed, Samui kneaded chakra around her body. Mito started to get the idea that her opponent was about to release another technique. Prompting her to jump away in an attempt to avoid the attack.

Samui then slammed her hands onto the ground, "Lightning Style: Spider Web!" she calls out as lines forming a web appeared on the ground and unleashed a giant spark of electricity.

In a secret area

As Vali prepared himself for the potential exhibition match. Arachne watched the fight from a magic mirror with interest. Smiling and nodding at the design of the jutsu that Samui used.

"I could use a skill like that. Perhaps one of my subordinates can recreate it." Arachne said.

Vali chuckled, "Don't tell me you want to poach a human." he said.

"No, just the design. The way it's made looks beneficial." Arahne replied. The spider themed woman then wrapped her arms around Vali's neck, "Now, how much of a show are you going to put on?" she asked.

"That would be telling." Vali answered.

Arachne gently held Vali's chin and moved his face towards hers, "And what do I need to do to make you tell me?" she asked.

"Quite a bit actually. Besides, Naruto's sister is too focused. You should be focusing on the entire fight." Vali said as an explosion went off in the arena. "See?" he asked.

Arachne let go of the emperor and looked back at the fight, "This girl is quite versatile." she said referring to Mito.

Back in the fight

To avoid the web shaped electric trap. Mito made a pair of Shadow Clones appear and used them to toss her into the air. Lasting long enough until the lightning died down and she could attack Samui while she was open. While it was powerful, that jutsu is better off for a large group of enemies or someone working as support for Samui.

"Third Form: Blazing Universe!" Mito yells as she strikes Samui with a downward arc.

Samui let out a cough of blood as she dropped her tanto. Having had no time to use it quickly enough to defend herself. Before Mito chopped the back of her neck, rendering her unconscious.

"The winner, Mito Namikaze!" Genma announces as Mito bows.

This elegant behavior of hers is most likely due to fearing her brother. Not that he forced Mito to be a traditional woman, but most likely to stop messing around like Arashi. Too bad her other brother didn't get the memo and decided to be his obnoxious self as usual.

"That's my daughter. Only she was too soft on her foe." Kushina said with a stoic appearance.

"Kushina-chan, why are you dressed like an oyabun of the Yakuza?" Mikoto asked.

"I have no idea what you are talking about Mikoto-chan." Kushina lied.

Elsewhere, with Naruto

Ghislaine chugged down a bottle of brandy as she saw the fight through a magic mirror, "Your sister got the job done. Looking fancy and everything. You even got her wearing a battle kimono while the other gaki looked like a dork." she said.

Naruto did a few stretches before answering, "Then Mito has clearly learned. Arashi is still showboating too much." he said. "Still, a victory is a victory." he said.

Ghislaine laughed at the criticism, "I wonder if my own brother would say the same if he saw me now. He probably thinks I'm dead in some ditch somewhere. Not that I would blame him." she said.

"Looks like I'm not the only one with family troubles then." Naruto replied.

Ghislaine shrugged, "Whatever, though I do have two nieces or so I've heard. Never met them, but maybe this curiosity is just a sign of home sickness." she said as she thought about her childhood home.

"Then go on your free time. No one is stopping you from asking for time off." Naruto said as he adjusted himself.

Just then, Diablo arrived in a poof of black smoke, "Your majesty." he said as he bowed. Diablo then raised his arms revealing a large cloth, "I have retrieved the blade and double checked the seals to keep it from running "loose"." the demon butler said.

"Very good Diablo, now you may want to keep everyone safe just in case." Naruto warned as Diablo.

"At once." Diablo said before disappearing.

Ghislaine grimaced, "Then I'm taking cover too. The last thing I want to do is be near "that" when it's unleashed. I'm not as crazy as Vali." she said.

"Then feel free to explore or hide behind a large barrier." Naruto said as he saw no issue with Ghislaine seeking safety.

"Yeah, I'm definitely watching the fights somewhere else." Ghislaine said as she left towards the bleachers.

Kunai then poked her head inside the waiting room, "What has Ghislaine so worried your majesty?" she asked.

"It's the blade I keep Kunai. I almost forgot that you spent most of your career as Lady Skadi's bodyguard to not know." Naruto explained as the golem looked confused.

Outside, on top of the village gate

The gate guards sighed as they found themselves on top of the gates rather than guarding the main doors. Only now they were heavily locked with a large military presence to guard them. Along with receiving foreign aid for reasons that they were not told yet. All they could tell was that trouble is likely to occur and they were either meant to prevent it or become the first defense of it.

"I know I complain about things getting dull, but now I feel anxious." Kotetsu said.

"Yeah, I mean why is all of this necessary?" Izumo asked.

"I guess, but it still feels wrong to not know the whole story. Seriously, we never been this secure with the chunin exams in the past." Kotetsu answered.

"Stay focused you two." said a tall heavily armored soldier with a gruff voice.

"Alright, alright, geez some these guys are too intense." Izumo comments.

"Hey! Look alive!" someone with binoculars shouted. "I see someone coming!" they said.

A Hyuga ANBU jumped onto the edge, "I see them, it looks like a single person. With a lot of power no doubt, but it doesn't look like chakra." They said as everyone felt tense.

The Imperial army of Makai narrowed their eyes and they got the defenses ready. Most of them already scrambled into their positions to prepare for a war. Unlike most of the Konoha shinobi, they didn't assume this guy to be dangerous. Ironic considering their own Hokage decimated about 1000 Iwa ninja in their last war. Especially with conflict in the near future, it was a terrible idea to underestimate a single person.

As the individual came closer, the shinobi could see it was a young man with black wavy hair and a face filled with arrogance.

"Hey freaks! My name is Shogo Taguchi! So you better listen up to what I have to say!" Shogo yelled.

Everyone looked at each other in confusion, "Who is this guy?" Someone asked.

"He just said his name is Shogo Taguchi." Izumo said.

"Yes, but why is he special?" someone else asked.

Shogo crossed his arms and smirked, "I'm going to break down those doors and kick everyone's ass! So you better be ready!" he yelled arrogantly.

"This guy is crazy." Izumo comments.

"Berserker!" Shogo yells as he suddenly empowered with a massive boost of strength.

Completely obliterating the doors to the village. With everyone already waiting inside having prepared their weapons. Shogo grinned like a maniac as he heard explosions in the distance. With an army of Suna and Oto shinobi along with a few contingent of Falmuth knights.

Elsewhere, in the prison cells

With the attack on the village starting soon. The enemy alliance started utilizing the power of otherworldly heroes. Similar to what Melromarc had done, a kingdom known as Falmuth had summoned their own individuals to fight for them. Only now these three find themselves being duped into helping this invasion. Not that they cared since all of them, Shogo especially, didn't believe in honor or any heroic crap. They're just here because they've been told to do so.

"And where are the losers I'm supposed to let loose?" asked a female otherworldly hero named Kirara. She let out a groan as she went into the cells, "Screw it, everyone gets a "Get of Jail" free card!" she yells as she starts smashing locks.

Until she eventually ends up smashing open the lock for the cells holding the parties of Melromarc. Kirara realized this once she saw the eccentric personalities of the Spear and Bow hero.

"Oh shit, I smashed up so many locks. I forgot I was looking for- I mean, uh! Hey fellow heroes! The Kingdom of Falmuth has sent reinforcements!" Kirara exclaimed as she did a pose.

Kirara felt stupid about making a pose, but believed the heroes she was looking for to be idiots. Luckily they really were, one of them being a womanizer and the other being a childish prideful biggot.

"Falmuth? Wait, are you a hero from another world too?" Itsuki asked.

"That's right! Heroes gotta help each other out right?" Kirara asked.

Suddenly, Motoyasu held her hands together, "That's cool! A fair maiden is saving the hero this time!" he said.

Kirara cringed, 'Gross, is this how idols feel? Like when they deal with all of those creepy fans? I bet this creep doesn't wash his hands!' she thought angrily as Motoyasu caressed her hands. Prompting her to pull her hands back, "Yeah, anyways we should get out. The Demon Fox King is plotting to destroy our kingdoms! So we have to stop him right away!" she said in a high voice.

Almost seeming like a magical girl of justice. Kirara made yet another pose that fooled the two idiots. Seriously, for Kirara it felt like these kings are just taking people out of the bargain bin. Maybe they all save lots of magic and time by using the crappiest people of all. Instead of random as they stated that they do.

"She's right Motoyasu. Naofumi already went too far and we can't let the Demon King make matters worse!" Itsuki exclaimed.

"Yeah, we also have to save Filo too!" Motoyasu said. "Let's go Myne! Reinforcements are here!" he said unaware of Malty's evil smirk.

"We'll regroup later…"

"Kirara, my party will catch up with you guys later!" Kirara said as Motoyasu and Itsuki's parties escaped the prison.

Malty briefly looked back at Kirara who started to walk away, 'Finally, someone capable came. But what's Falmuth?' she mentally asked.

"Watch your step Myne! I don't want to lose a princess today!" Motoyasu said as his heroic complex only grows stronger.

"I will Motoyasu-sama!" Malty said with a fake cheery smile and voice.

Back at the arena, a short while later

With the first round of the chunin exams coming to a near end. The fights were going to end and be followed up by a break and the exhibition match planned by Minato and the emperors. A secret one meant to display a minimal amount of skill for Vali and Naruto. Kind of as a little bit fun challenge for Vali, but Naruto saw it as a way to inspire his people. A little bit of training did help since politics can dull the mind and skill in the field.

Only before they could get to that, Sasuke and Gaara were having their own fight. With Sasuke trying to maintain his distance as Kakashi had warned. Luckily, Naruto decided to be charitable and gave him a detailed scroll on the basics and principles of Thunder Breathing. While it did annoy Sasuke, at least it helped him get a strong idea on how to use the unique kenjutsu style. Especially since with enough lightning, he can try and turn Gaara's sand into glass as a way to break his ultimate defense.

'And the Hyuuga think their Kaiten is the ultimate defense? This freak is too fast and barely touchable.' Sasuke thought as he also trained to increase his speed.

With Sasuke having to rely on quick but weak strikes. He ended up running up the wall of the stadium and used a jutsu that Kakashi had taught him. One that made even Minato feel a bit uneasy about because of how unstable and dangerous it was. Then again, he didn't want to feel like a hypocrite since he taught his children the Rasengan and they had Jiraiya and several others to teach him. Minato only hoped Kakashi was right with his judgement and that Mikoto trusted her son with using such a dangerous technique.

"Chidori!" Sasuke yelled as he ran straight towards Gaara.

Where his technique managed to land and strike Gaara within his dome of sand, "Blood. IT'S MY BLOOD!" Gaara screamed like a madman.

That's when several explosions occurred where the Hokage's box were. In the surprise, Gaara sent Sasuke crashing into a wall with his sand. Genma also started to get into a fighting stance as Suna shinobi started to attack within the crowd. Only for several of them to be cut down by Ghislaine who jumped out from the seats.

"Hey boss man! If you want to show off some skilsl! Now is a good time!" Ghislaine yelled out as Naruto came out of hiding.

"What is going on!?" Naruto asked.

"A surprise attack, that's what! Cowards decided to hide among the civilians!" Ghislaine shouts as Oto shinobi also appear along with some knights of Falmuth. "Shit, knights from another kingdom!?" she asked as she revealed her demon eye.

"Keep the civilians away from harms way!" Naruto ordered his bodyguards.

With everyone on both sides scrambling. Naruto pulled out the cloth that Diablo had given him and pulled it off. Allowing the blade to appear in broad daylight as he flared his power. Making most of the entirety of the stadium choke on the power it emanated. With Vali demolishing a wall as he felt the blade appear.

"You were going to bust out Enma right away?" Vali asked.

"You didn't want to hold back." Naruto argued.

Vali sighed, "Fair enough, Arachne could you be a dear and help out? I think your little minions have been feeling angsty." he said.

Arachne grinned, "I'm sure they are." she said as several spiders came out from her shadow.

Vali smirked as he saw the destruction, "Come on Naruto, lets join the fun! Divine Dividing: Scale Mail!" he calls out as his dragon armor appears.

As the chaos happened, Naruto immediately dashed towards the crowd. Where he tried to find his wife and daughter and guarantee their safety. Not that he doubted Yasaka's own fighting abilities, but having only recently given birth. Her body is not at perfect shape and she taking care of two children at the same time will make battles more difficult.

That left Vali alone to deal with some narrowed eyed guy who jumped in front of him, "So you're an emperor? I guess anyone with fancy armor can be a monarch." he said as he reached for his sword. "Still, it's better than that fat slob I have to listen to." he said referring to Falmuth's own king.

Vali sighed, "Let me guess, you're the guy who obtained the ultimate weapon and hasn't lost once. No? Then maybe you're an otherworld hero who used to get picked on and now feels entitled to whatever he wants." he asked.

The man glared, "You won't be laughing when you see my real power. Also, my name is Kyoya Tachibana. You won't remember the name because of how quick I am." he said. "Severer!" Kyoya yells.

(Overlord OST - NPC Battles)

Suddenly Vali found what appeared to be an infinite number of blades heading towards him. All of them moving at Vali with great speeds. Kyoya laughed as he expected each blade to skewer Vali like Swiss cheese. Only for the Blue Emperor to raise his palm as each one became a lot smaller and less threatening.

"Try more than throwing glass at me." Vali said to taunt Kyoya who looked surprise.

"It won't matter, you can't see what I can't see! All Seeing Eye!" Kyoya yells as he dashes towards Vali.

"Reallty? I saw the fight of some guy with 360 degree vision say he was invincible. What's going to make you special?" Vali asked. with crossed arms.

Just then, Kyoya appeared behind Vali, "Stupid! You should have realized how awesome my strength is! I'm not one trick pony!" he yelled as he brought down his sword.

Only for it to be swatted away by Vali's hand. Followed by his other hand shaping itself into a fist that buried itself into Kyoya's gut. The summoned hero of Falmuth coughed up some blood before having his face kicked in. Causing him to crash into the arena across from him. Vali wiped his hands clean as he walked up to Kyoya.

"I respect strength, but that's one thing you lack. Cool flashy tricks won't be enough." Vali said as he entered another fighting stance.

Kyoya growled as he ran headfirst towards Vali. With his skills, he was able to think more quickly and assess the situation along with reacting more quickly. However, it didn't seem to matter as Vali was not just an emperor for show. Instead, he actually had to train himself for many years to get this strong.

"Take this! Severer!" Kyoya yells again as he tries to harm Vali by moving a lot closer.

Instead, Vali flares his power, "Chain Dragon Lightning!" he yells as he blasts Kyoya once he was in point blank range.

Kyoya let out a cry of great pain as a giant hole appeared in his gut. Where he then watched as a barrier appeared around Vali's body as each blade he summoned had shattered upon impact. Leaving the Blue Emperor's armor looking pristine and untouched.

"Not… fair…" Kyoya said before his head was smashed by Vali's boot.

"That was lame." Vali commented.

"I think you might want to worry about the bigger mass of foes." Azazel said as he hovered over Vali.

"Yeah yeah, time for us to clean up." Vali said before flying into the sky.

TO BE CONTINUED…

NOTES: Sorry if that ending felt abrupt, but with the arc ending in the next chapter with the massive invasion. I think it would be time for more of the story and world building to continue after this fight. Especially with the reveal of the main plot in the upcoming chapters along with the extended adventures you will all have to wait and see. Sorry if the beginning felt a bit awkward and do expect a lot of updates since I noticed a lot of mistakes on my part.

Also, for some announcements. A friend of mine, Aclux, posted an interesting challenge for all of you writers or aspiring writers. If you like One Piece and World of Warcraft. Then hopefully some of you are interested in taking on the challenge of making Luffy's crew navigate through the world of Azeroth. Of all the hijinks they can get into, who wouldn't want to see that?

Anyways, Aclux has the details and rules for the challenge on his profile. Be sure to look it up if any of you are interested. Everyone else, I hope to see you for the next chapter.