Chapter 285: Kushina, Transformed into the Nine-Tails!

Kushina glanced at Namikaze Minato, her determination set. "I trust Reiki. He wouldn't joke about something so serious."

Minato met her gaze, unwavering. "Then go for it, Kushina. Trust Reiki and give it a try."

With a firm nod, Kushina began forming hand seals. "Release!" she commanded, and the chakra chains within her body loosened, allowing her to continue.

As she reached the ninth seal, Reiki could only watch in stunned realization. He understood why the Nine-Tails felt trapped—Kushina must have reinforced these seals every time it acted up. With her mastery in sealing techniques, the Nine-Tails had no chance of slipping out.

A sudden, powerful wave of dark, ominous chakra erupted from Kushina. 

"The Nine-Tails' chakra!" Minato's eyes widened, muscles tensed as he prepared to act if necessary. 

"I'm fine!" Kushina called out, steadying herself. Minato relaxed but remained vigilant, his eyes darting to Reiki.

"No need to worry," Reiki reassured. "Sister Kushina is communicating with the Nine-Tails."

Reiki felt it in his core—the subtle shift in the Nine-Tails' emotions. Despite its intimidating reputation, it was surprisingly composed.

Kushina, inside her mind, faced the towering beast. "Reiki said you approve of me. If that's true, these seals are unnecessary." Without hesitation, she released every restraint binding the Nine-Tails.

The massive creature stepped forward, surprise etched across its features. "Do you... really trust me?" Its deep voice trembled with doubt.

Kushina stood tall. "It's not about trust in you. It's about trust in Reiki. But if you're sincere, prove it. Lend me your power."

The Nine-Tails stared at her, stunned. "Soul Resonance?" It hadn't expected her to opt for such a risky technique, which required absolute trust from both sides. If one party turned on the other, it could result in catastrophic backlash.

Kushina's fingers brushed against the Nine-Tails' snout. The touch sent a shiver through the beast, its eyes reflecting an emotion it hadn't felt in decades. Was this... acceptance?

"I thought Reiki exaggerated when he said you would accept me," Kushina muttered. "But no matter, I'm strong enough even without your help." She began forming seals to leave.

"Kushina!" The Nine-Tails' voice thundered. It extended a massive paw toward her.

"Do you trust me?" Kushina asked again, her eyes searching the beast's expression.

The Nine-Tails nodded solemnly. "My name is Kurama."

Kushina smiled, raising her hand to meet the Nine-Tails' fist. "I'm Uzumaki Kushina. Let's work together from now on."

In a flash of light, Kurama's form dissolved, merging into Kushina. The oppressive red chakra that had filled the room slowly receded, replaced by a brilliant, golden glow.

Outside, Minato watched as the dark red chakra on Kushina's body retracted. "It looks like it didn't work," he murmured, a hint of disappointment lacing his voice. "Even Mito-sama took time to earn the Nine-Tails' trust."

Suddenly, a powerful hum resonated from Kushina's body, sending ripples through the air. Golden chakra, unlike any Minato had ever seen, began to spread.

Moments later, Kushina opened her eyes and stood, cloaked in a radiant tailed-beast chakra. 

"This is... the power of the Nine-Tails?" Kushina marveled, flexing her fingers as she felt the surge of energy coursing through her.

"Kushina! Are you alright?" Minato called out, eyes wide. "Is this... tailed beast transformation?"

"Yes." Kushina nodded. "Kurama has agreed to lend me his power. It's incredible." She grinned mischievously. "Minato, how about letting me test it out on you?"

Minato blanched. "Wait, what? You want to punch me while using that power?"

Reiki, standing nearby, couldn't hide his eager smile. 

Minato sighed, opening his arms as if accepting his fate. "Alright. Do it. But please, be gentle." His voice wavered as he glanced at Reiki for reassurance. "At least Reiki is here to patch me up after this…"

"Boom!"

A moment later, a Minato-shaped hole appeared in the courtyard wall. The stunned ninja had been propelled through it and into the next room, leaving Kushina shaking her head with a fond smile and Reiki fighting to suppress his laughter.

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