Three years had passed since Kuro's death, Konan with the first batch of children in the orphanage, ranging in age from 4 to 8 years old. The orphanage had grown so large that one could easily mistake it for a family clan in Amegakure. Throughout these years, Magina continued his hunting missions, gaining a reputation as the Ninja Hunter, a fitting title given his armored attire.
Magina had formed a close friendship with Hanzo over time, proving his strength to him from time to time. He demonstrated to Hanzo that making friends with him was not a mistake, as every missing ninja from Amegakure either returned or met their demise at Magina's hands. The surrounding villages also witnessed his prowess, solidifying his status as a formidable opponent. At level 18, Magina's strength was on par with a starting Kage, and he could hold his own against other Kage-level opponents in one-on-one battles.
Over the past two years, Magina had heard rumors of a mysterious figure known as the Bounty Hunter. However, those who spoke of him had never laid eyes on his face, as he always disappeared into the shadows. The Bounty Hunter's fame spread throughout the ninja world, with stories circulating that anyone who had a bounty on their head, regardless of their strength or age, should run if they became his target. Magina eagerly anticipated a confrontation with this notorious figure, especially now that he had a bounty on his own head.
With the orphanage expanding and having its own civilian guards, Magina felt relieved that no one would intrude upon their territory. Being friends with the Amegakure leader added to his sense of security.
"Magina-sama instructed us not to let anyone in for the time being. I believe he has an important announcement," a woman informed the guard before rushing off to relay the message to others in the quarters and houses.
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"Hello, good morning. I have an announcement to make to all of you who have been with me since the establishment of this orphanage. I consider you all as the first fruits of our endeavor, and I trust you with all my heart, just as you have placed your trust in me," Magina addressed the gathered crowd, recounting their journey over the past three years, acknowledging the losses they had suffered along the way.
"Now, it is time for me to reveal the truth. I am Magina Uzumaki, and my village was destroyed by a joint attack. Like all of you, I have a strong desire to live, but those who killed my kin still roam free. I want to rebuild the Uzumaki clan and create a new future. That is the reason I established this orphanage. I want all of you to become part of my family and help us in this endeavor," Magina declared, looking down at the people who listened attentively. He waited for their response but was met with an unexpected silence. The unexpected reaction made him smile awkwardly; he hadn't anticipated such a response when revealing the truth.
"I am v-" Before Magina could finish his sentence, everyone burst into laughter and looked at him with amusement. Confusion washed over Magina as he couldn't comprehend their reaction.
"Sir Magina, we already know. Konan overheard you murmuring about seeking revenge for your clan two years ago when you were in meditation. And with your red hair, it was clear that you are from the Uzumaki Clan," a man in the crowd said, his smile reflecting the memory of Konan sharing this information with them.
"Don't worry, Magina-sama. We will help you with everything we can. Even though we are only civilians, who says that civilians can't make a difference?" a woman in her thirties shouted with enthusiasm.
Her words ignited excitement among the crowd, and they cheered for Magina, expressing their unwavering support. Witnessing their dedication, Magina couldn't help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude towards each and every one of them.
Unbeknownst to Magina, the people held a deep appreciation for him that surpassed his imagination. They were prepared to sacrifice their lives for him, having witnessed the lengths he had gone to provide for and protect them.
"Since you all agree, I hope we can leave to go to my village," Magina said, attempting to contain his doubts. He wondered if the people would be willing to uproot their lives and venture into the unknown.
"When do we leave?" Konan eagerly asked, not wanting to be left out of the journey.
"I hope we can depart tonight," Magina responded with a serious expression. He didn't want to rush the people, but he knew it had been nearly three years, and Fukushu must be anxious for news.
Over the years, Magina's animosity towards shinobi had diminished as he encountered many good-hearted ones working towards a better future. His hatred now solely resided in those who had destroyed his village. He also admired Fukushu's determination and hoped to bring the people to his village.
"Why am I even thinking about Fukushu at a time like this? That manipulative fool is nothing more than a weakling," Magina thought, berating himself for allowing thoughts of Fukushu to distract him. He hadn't even had the chance to get to know Fukushu well, yet the thought of him persisted in his mind.
As night fell, the people gathered in the stadium, clutching their belongings. Confused, they wondered why Magina had assembled them there instead of heading directly to the village gate. Whispers filled the air as they speculated among themselves.
Magina appeared before them, and the crowd fell silent, eager to hear his words.
Magina paused for a moment, waiting for the men he had commanded to finish counting the number of people present.
But one person, unable to contain their curiosity, asked, "Magina-sama, shouldn't we head to the gates now? They might close soon."
"Magina-sama is a friend of the Lord Hanzo. Do you think the guards would dare block his way?" another man interjected, feeling proud of his response as most of the crowd agreed.
Magina glanced at the diverse expressions among the people, some brimming with excitement while others remained confused about the situation.
"Don't worry, all of you. I have a Scroll of Teleportation. It will allow us to teleport directly to the village hall. This is a seal that the Uzumaki village prepared for mass immigration, though they tragically perished before they could use it," Magina explained, partially true about the teleportation scroll comes feom Uzumaki village but withholding details about the System and the village's strangeness.
Upon hearing Magina's words, the crowd fell excited as they awaits Magina's next move.
Magina put his palm toward the Scroll of Teleportation as he pour it some chakra.
"Whoosh!" A blue seal appeared beneath everyone's feet and in the sky above them.
After a few seconds, they all vanished.
Thump, thump, thump.