"Eighty. No less."
"Ten. That's it—no more, no less. For me, it doesn't matter whether I trade or not. I'm not fond of items from such a backward era. At most, I'll sell them to the village to make some money to buy materials for puppet-making."
"Chiyo, let me be clear. The number w...
2024-12-07 12:52:44 +0000 UTC View PostThe armistice had been signed, and Konoha's negotiations had secured a favorable outcome. However, in Sunagakure, the mood was far from celebratory. The village simmered with quiet resentment, especially among those who felt the Kazekage had mishandled the war.
Among them was a young boy wi...
2024-12-07 12:52:27 +0000 UTC View PostWith the armistice agreement signed, the village finally exhaled a collective sigh of relief. The war was over at last. Both Konoha and Sunagakure quickly sent word to their respective frontlines, while the Hokage's Office issued an official announcement to the village.
The Village Reacts 2024-12-07 12:52:11 +0000 UTC View Post
Mitokado Homura observed the Sand Village's desperation and commented, "The Sand Village must be anxious. Puppets have always been their hallmark. Now, faced with Shinki's dimensionality-reduction attack, many puppet ninjas are bound to question their craft. That level of doubt is devastating for...
2024-12-07 12:51:52 +0000 UTC View PostOne moment, Chiyo was yelling furiously at Mitokado Homura, and the next, she wore an affectionate smile, turning to Shinki as if she were a kind old grandmother discussing cookies over tea. The transformation was so abrupt that it left everyone stunned, struggling to process the shift.
A C...
2024-12-07 12:51:38 +0000 UTC View PostChiyo's guard looked perplexed, his mind racing. Did Chiyo-sama truly understand what she was saying? Using women to sway one of Konoha's top-ranking figures? Was this a joke?
Sure, Sunagakure had its share of beautiful kunoichi, but did Konoha lack stunning women? Certainly not. However, t...
2024-12-07 12:51:20 +0000 UTC View PostChiyo sighed deeply. "It would be ideal if I could bribe Hyuga Shinki," she murmured, pondering the complexities of the current situation.
Shinki, however, ignored her musings and continued his thoughts aloud.
"If we let go of the puppet techniques we've clung to for so long, we can p...
2024-12-07 12:51:02 +0000 UTC View PostThe Land of Fire was simply too prosperous. Signing a peace contract of this nature would leave other villages with no legitimate reason to initiate conflict. This would allow Konoha to develop peacefully, continuously accumulating strength and becoming an even greater powerhouse.
Not to me...
2024-12-07 12:50:45 +0000 UTC View PostIn the pitch-black depths of their hideout, a group of cultists gathered around an altar. Their leader, dressed in a black priest's hat, spoke in a raspy voice.
"One of our teams was killed," he said gravely. "The village they targeted is abandoned. Something happened."
"Do we need to...
2024-12-07 10:09:01 +0000 UTC View PostThe aftermath of the earlier battle was a scene that words struggled to describe. The lone standing member of the Evil God Cult, clutching his scythe, trembled as beads of sweat fell steadily from his forehead. His mind teetered on the edge of collapse.
"Ahhhh!" he screamed, summoning what ...
2024-12-07 10:08:01 +0000 UTC View PostReiki's diligence and friendly demeanor quickly won over the people in the village. Not only did they accept him as one of their own, but they also gifted him seeds—a treasure in a poor village like this. He now had a small plot of land to his name, further cementing his cover as part of the co...
2024-12-07 10:07:01 +0000 UTC View PostThe woman couldn't quite understand why, but as she looked at Reiki's sunny and confident face, she felt a tinge of disappointment. She had initially been skeptical of him, but now it seemed clear that this Konoha medical ninja wasn't "that kind" of person.
"Master Ninja," she began hesitan...
2024-12-07 10:06:01 +0000 UTC View PostReiki had long left behind the emotional whirlwind of his encounter with Uzumaki Daemon. Now, he was traveling to the next village, determined to continue his mission: honing his medical skills, gaining experience, and finding hidden members of the Uzumaki clan.
His encounter with Daemon ha...
2024-12-07 10:05:00 +0000 UTC View PostAfter hearing Reiki's explanation, Uzumaki Daemon's turbulent emotions began to settle. Although he had been cut off from the world for a long time, names like Mito-sama and Kushina Uzumaki still carried weight for him. He knew that someone connected to...
2024-12-07 10:04:01 +0000 UTC View PostUzumaki Daemon's face betrayed a flicker of panic as he was held firmly by Reiki. He knew all too well that even within Konoha, members of the Uzumaki clan were often targeted for their unique physiology. Their chakra-rich bodies made them ideal sources of energy for powerful ninjas with sinister...
2024-12-07 10:03:01 +0000 UTC View PostA faint light pierced through the darkness, illuminating a shadowy figure.
The person emerging wore a white robe adorned with intricate gold embroidery, resembling ancient and mysterious curse seals. Beside him stood a towering man wielding a scythe. A massive, unhealed wound crossed his ch...
2024-12-07 10:02:01 +0000 UTC View PostSeeing the stunned expressions of everyone around him, Reiki couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.
It seemed that once again, he had unintentionally shown off, and in doing so, had unintentionally shaken the confidence of the members of the special training camp.
"I know ninjut...
2024-12-07 10:01:01 +0000 UTC View PostAfter carefully processing Orochimaru's words, Reiki fell silent. The implications of what Orochimaru had discovered were significant.
Indeed, ensuring Orochimaru could master Sage Mode would undoubtedly elevate his strength. However, when compared to the potential of Yin-Yang Chakra, even ...
2024-12-07 10:00:08 +0000 UTC View PostNaruto and Konoha's companions were shocked as they looked at the vanished figure in the distance.
It wasn't that they didn't want to chase him; it was simply that Satoru's speed was so fast, they had no clue which direction to even begin pursuing.
That speed—unbelievable.
Not ev...
Satoru reclined against the tree trunk, enjoying the gentle sway of the leaves. His relaxed posture and easygoing grin made him seem completely at odds with the tense atmosphere that seemed to plague the Akatsuki organization.
Being an alternate member of Akatsuki was, in his opinion, the p...
2024-12-06 15:37:50 +0000 UTC View PostThe morning sunlight filtered through the dense canopy, and Satoru lounged lazily on a tree branch. The warmth seeped into his body, a rare moment of peace amid the chaos of Akatsuki's daily routine.
Step one complete, he thought, a satisfied smile on his face.
Step ...
2024-12-06 15:37:33 +0000 UTC View PostSatoru blinked, his pale blue eyes sparkling with amusement as the corners of his lips curled into a sly smile.
His ability to locate Kisame and Itachi had been effortless. With the heightened perception of his Six Eyes, no movement escaped his notice.
"'It doesn't ma...
2024-12-06 15:37:18 +0000 UTC View PostSatoru rested his chin on his hand, observing the chaotic scene with a faint smile. His pale blue eyes curved slightly with amusement.
Looks like it's about time to leave.
There was no point in staying for a battle that didn't concern him. The only thing he needed to ensure w...
2024-12-06 15:37:02 +0000 UTC View PostHearing Jiraiya's question, Uchiha Itachi's expression remained calm, though his tone carried a trace of thoughtfulness.
"So Kakashi knew," Itachi murmured.
"I see. You were the source of that information."
Itachi's mind flicked back to their encounter in Konoha when Kakashi, al...
2024-12-06 15:36:44 +0000 UTC View PostUchiha Itachi's gaze rested on Satoru, standing not far away, his expression unreadable.
How does Sasuke know someone this dangerous?
Itachi's thoughts darkened.
What have the people of Konoha been doing these past few years? Have they forgotten their promises?...
2024-12-06 15:36:26 +0000 UTC View PostSatoru wandered through the bustling market, a skewer of three-color dango hanging from his mouth.
"This place isn't bad," he said vaguely, his words muffled by the sweet snack.
His messy white hair swayed slightly over the bandage on his forehead, and his black robe rippled in the wi...
2024-12-06 15:36:08 +0000 UTC View PostAs Satoru and Orochimaru talked inside the barrier, the Konoha ninja outside observed them intently, their expressions a mix of worry and confusion.
"What are they talking about?" one ninja asked.
"I don't know," another replied. "Why hasn't anyone made a move yet?"
"Hokage-sama...
2024-12-06 15:35:54 +0000 UTC View PostMeanwhile.
Satoru's pale blue eyes flashed with a hint of surprise.
Is this... Zetsu?
A villain who only appeared in the middle and later stages of the original story, contributing significantly to the main conspiracies.
Why is he here now? 2024-12-06 15:35:34 +0000 UTC View Post
"Hey, really? Your Sand Ninja Village is in such a state of ruin?"
"If you're going to show off, what's Konoha supposed to do?"
The original plan was for Mitokado Homura to make a sharp point to put Chiyo in an awkward position, but now it felt like riding a tiger—he couldn't get of...
2024-12-06 10:09:00 +0000 UTC View PostAs the conversation continued, Tsunade turned to Reiki with a serious expression.
"You know my situation well. The magic of the Sage Land of Shikkotsu requires an immense amount of chakra. Even now, with the chakra I've accumulated over such a long time, it's still insufficient."
"So,...
2024-12-06 10:09:00 +0000 UTC View Post