As Suzaku unleashed his fiery wrath upon the landscape, the once lush forest transformed into a charred, smoke-filled wasteland. The air turned thick and acrid, laden with toxins that seeped into the lungs of those nearby, making each breath a laborious struggle. The smoldering remnants of the forest stood as a testament to his unbridled fury, fueled by what he perceived as a grave betrayal by the leader of the Uchiha clan. The heat emanating from Suzaku's enraged form intensified, creating an oppressive atmosphere that radiated outward, causing a sweltering discomfort within a vast 30-mile radius. Even those far from the epicenter found their clothing soaked in sweat, their heads spinning with dizziness, and their bodies overwhelmed by a debilitating fatigue.
Unknown to the onlookers, this display of power represented merely a fraction of Suzaku's true capability. At just 30 percent of his potential, his heat and flames were already beyond the realm of ordinary comprehension. His anger, unquenched by Mirai’s retreat, continued to feed the inferno of his emotions, making him resemble a tailed beast in his uncontrolled state. The intensity of his killing intent seemed to merge with the very flames he wielded, creating a fiery aura that was both awe-inspiring and terrifying.
In the midst of this fiery chaos, only one man was believed to possess the necessary power to quell the raging inferno of Suzaku's wrath. That man was Inoka, known for his unique abilities and profound understanding of Suzaku’s turbulent nature. Inoka's movements were precise, his fingers forming the intricate hand seal known to bear the legacy of the Yamanaka Clan. This seal, a symbol of their unique ability to convert consciousness into spiritual energy, was the key to reaching Suzaku in his uncontrollable state. With focused intent, Inoka projected his consciousness toward the inferno of Suzaku's rage, managing to intertwine with his fiery spirit for a fleeting second. Despite Suzaku's overwhelming willpower and searing aura, which swiftly expelled Inoka's presence, that brief connection allowed for a single word to be implanted into the depths of Suzaku's mind:
"Chill."
This word, simple yet loaded with shared history and significance, pierced through the tumult of Suzaku's emotions, triggering a rapid cooldown of his body heat. It was a testament to the power of their bond and Inoka’s understanding of Suzaku’s psyche, even as the backlash of this psychic intrusion scorched Inoka’s body, leaving him with severe burns. The immediate reduction in Suzaku's temperature served as a silent acknowledgment of Inoka's success, albeit at a great personal cost.
Regaining his senses, Suzaku's focus narrowed on Mirai, his demeanor still ablaze with authority and reprimand, yet free from the blind fury that had previously consumed him.
"You are to head to my headquarters at once," he commanded, his voice carrying the weight of his regained composure and the unspoken consequences of her actions. Suzaku's directive was clear, demanding Mirai to precede him back to the village, setting the stage for a confrontation that was to unfold within the walls of his command center, a meeting where the fiery chaos of the forest would be replaced by the cold, calculating atmosphere of leadership and accountability.
The figure of Inoka, standing beside Shijo with burns etching his form, was not the flesh and blood warrior known to Konohagakure but a meticulously crafted puppet. As the realization of its true nature dawned, the puppet Inoka, a silent guardian of the clan's will, prepared to fulfill its final directive. With the semblance of life still flickering in its wooden eyes, it conveyed Inoka's last command to Shijo,
"Escort Mujin back to the Hokage's headquarters." The words were laden with authority and urgency, leaving no room for doubt or delay in their execution.
In the moments following this utterance, a subtle transformation unfolded. The puppet, having served its purpose, began reverting to its original wooden form, a silent sentinel awaiting its next call to duty. Simultaneously, a significant portion of the consciousness that had animated this proxy—a staggering 49%—began its journey back to the true Inoka, tracing the invisible threads that connected his mind to the puppet's form.
Location: Travelling to Border of Leaf District ---> Konohagakure (Hokage's Residence)
Posting Order: Shijo/Anbu→ Inoka Yamanaka---> Mujin Uchiha ---> Mirai Uchiha ---> Suzaku
Post Time Limit (PTL): 3 Days.
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