Uchiha Fugaku couldn't directly strengthen his connection with Shinki, so he continued his efforts with Uchiha Mikoto.
Taking two bottles of juice from the refrigerator, he handed one to Mikoto and gestured for her to sit down:
"There haven't been any conflicts within the Uchiha recen...
2024-12-05 12:23:32 +0000 UTC View PostCompared to ANBU, the police department's methods seemed weak and overly cautious. In fact, they could even be described as overly gentle.
"Minister, nothing will happen, right?" one of Uchiha Fugaku's subordinates asked nervously.
Fugaku cast a cold glance at his guard, his eyes twit...
2024-12-05 12:23:20 +0000 UTC View PostIssuing the announcement at such a critical time was a strategic move to quell the rising anger among the villagers. The Third Hokage hoped this would pacify some people, though he was fully aware that regaining their trust in the long term would require more effort.
However, the Third Hoka...
2024-12-05 12:23:07 +0000 UTC View PostAmong the five major ninja villages, the one most likely to consider disarmament would undoubtedly be the Sand Village.
Even with the Third Kazekage as its leader, the harsh truth remained: compared to the other four great villages, Sand Village's resources were woefully inadequate.
"...
2024-12-05 12:22:54 +0000 UTC View Post"Hey, hey, hey, bring it on!!!"
Controlling a puppet carrying Nara Shikaku's clothes toward the ANBU base, Shinki let out a malicious laugh.
"Haha, Nara Shikashin will probably lose it when he finds out!"
Too bad it's already too late!
"I'll take your son off your hands fo...
2024-12-05 12:22:42 +0000 UTC View PostThe food supply was running low, and Nara Shikashin appeared grim. But deep inside, he was laughing.
For years, certain families had enjoyed preferential treatment—priority access to prestigious missions, the highest subsidies, and privileges that allowed them to keep their resources inta...
2024-12-05 12:22:28 +0000 UTC View PostAt this point, overthinking is futile.
Sometimes, doing nothing is better than creating unnecessary trouble.
The protests by a large number of Konoha ninjas might indirectly pressure the daimyo. That could be seen as a silver lining in an otherwise messy situation.
Now that thin...
2024-12-05 12:22:15 +0000 UTC View PostPetty grievances and trivial flaws can always be found in someone famous.
But if someone happens to be a daimyo, even with a few shortcomings, as long as he doesn't harm the people of his country, he is considered a good daimyo.
Even if he enjoys life excessively, even if he is infatu...
2024-12-05 12:22:01 +0000 UTC View PostWith Uchiha Shisui's Susanoo dominating one side of the battlefield, the tide of enemies seemed momentarily suppressed. However, the enemy's relentless use of detonating tags created massive explosions that were almost absurd in their intensity.
Shisui frowned. Are these truly just deto...
2024-12-05 10:52:46 +0000 UTC View PostAfter half an hour.
"Huh?!"
"Hey, why did you all run away!?"
Only then did Reiki react.
He had merely made a suggestion. Shouldn't they discuss the specifics of the implementation plan together? These guys...
"Shisui, you're the reliable one here," Reiki muttered, g...
2024-12-05 10:52:32 +0000 UTC View PostFor a moment, everyone expressed their doubts.
The primary concern was the strength of the hired ninjas.
If they were merely average Chunin or Jonin, it would indeed be troublesome to face them. A single misstep could result in death. However, the ninjas in the special training camps ...
2024-12-05 10:52:18 +0000 UTC View PostAfter their encounter with Kaguya, Reiki and his team returned to the special training camp.
Previously, many ninjas saw the camp as merely an opportunity to access better medicines and training resources. However, their battle against Otsutsuki Ishiki had changed their perspective.
T...
2024-12-05 10:52:03 +0000 UTC View PostAfter listening to Reiki's words, Otsutsuki Kaguya fell silent.
Though his proposal deviated from her original plans, its purpose aligned with hers: to reshape the world.
More importantly, the young man before her had achieved the unthinkable—defeating and killing Otsutsuki Ishiki.<...
2024-12-05 10:51:44 +0000 UTC View PostAfter taking the magatama from Reiki's hand, Black Zetsu wore a puzzled expression.
He couldn't comprehend why Reiki would make such statements.
After all, he was an extension of Kaguya Otsutsuki herself. Now that his mother had been successfully rescued, he should naturally return to...
2024-12-05 10:51:30 +0000 UTC View PostSeeing Uchiha Shisui standing up, Reiki did not stop him.
This was because the powerful ocular technique released by Shisui contained the power of reincarnation.
"Hmm?!"
Just as Hamura Otsutsuki was preparing to sacrifice himself and summon the powerful entities from Takamagahar...
2024-12-05 10:51:15 +0000 UTC View PostFacing the combined attacks from Reiki and Chodori, Otsutsuki Hamura remained indifferent.
A light blue longsword materialized in one hand, while the other hand unleashed the Golden Wheel Reincarnation Explosion.
Two immense powers surged from a single person.
<...
2024-12-05 10:51:01 +0000 UTC View PostWave after wave of powerful energy continued to pour into Shisui's mind.
With a burst of chakra, it gathered from his whole body to his brain, then slowly flowed into his eyes.
"No, I won't let you die!"
"I will take you back from the hands of Yama!"
Shisui shouted, his vo...
2024-12-05 10:50:44 +0000 UTC View PostUpon closer inspection, the white spheres floating around Otsutsuki Hamura turned out to be pairs of pure white eyes.
"What is this guy planning?!" Reiki thought, his expression grave.
Hamura had clearly mastered the power of the Tenseigan. Originally inherited as Kaguya Otsu...
2024-12-05 10:50:30 +0000 UTC View PostAfter Hozuki and Shiro departed, Satoru remained in place, his sharp gaze scanning the surroundings. His eyes landed on a familiar figure—a ninja with a scarred face, one of Sarutobi's trusted aides.
Satoru smirked. Perfect opportunity.
With the stealth of a ...
2024-12-04 13:08:28 +0000 UTC View PostSatoru and Neji left the examination room after a brief exchange. Though Satoru couldn't quite decipher the meaning behind Neji's relieved smile, it didn't seem like a bad thing.
With a hand on his chin, Satoru pondered, What could that smile mean? Oh well, not my problem. 2024-12-04 13:08:15 +0000 UTC View Post
Shikamaru, seated among the spectators, shook his head and spoke in a low voice, "It's not the Sharingan."
The others around him turned toward him in confusion.
"Although the Sharingan is capable of copying techniques, replicating the Hyuga clan's Gentle Fist&n...
2024-12-04 13:08:02 +0000 UTC View PostIn the audience, gasps of disbelief echoed as Neji Hyuga staggered back, clutching his right arm. His expression was tight with both pain and confusion.
"How is this possible?" Tenten exclaimed, gripping the railing. "Neji… injured? And it looks like his chakra is sealed!"
Sh...
2024-12-04 13:07:44 +0000 UTC View PostSatoru held his chin, observing Neji Hyuga, whose mounting anger was almost tangible. His pale blue eyes remained calm, a stark contrast to Neji's fiery demeanor.
"Ah, I see," Satoru mused internally. "The mere mention of 'fate' ignites such fury in him. That must be his sore spot."<...
2024-12-04 13:07:27 +0000 UTC View Post"There's a good show to watch now," Inuzuka said in a relaxed tone as he settled into the viewing seat.
"I still don't know what the strength of this white-haired boy is," Hyuga, sitting beside him, remarked, her eyes fixed on the field.
As someone who had faced Neji before, sh...
2024-12-04 13:07:14 +0000 UTC View PostTime flew by, and the Chunin Exam Finals had finally arrived.
Konoha - Chunin Exam Arena
The arena buzzed with excitement as candidates gathered in the center, surrounded by a sea of spectators. The circular layout of the stadium allowed a clear view of the act...
2024-12-04 13:07:00 +0000 UTC View PostNaruto and Sasuke, still standing in the middle of the now-quiet street, exchanged awkward glances.
"Well… what just happened?" Naruto muttered, scratching the back of his head. "Is this good or bad?"
"Good," Sasuke said after a pause, his tone oddly relaxed. "At least we don...
2024-12-04 13:06:47 +0000 UTC View PostJiraiya stared at Satoru, his expression a mix of disbelief and growing frustration.
"You're a real piece of work, kid," he muttered, running a hand through his pale hair. He'd encountered many unpredictable ninjas in his time, but this one… this one was something else.
Still...
2024-12-04 13:06:34 +0000 UTC View PostSatoru watched as Naruto and Sasuke's retreating figures disappeared into the distance. He stood still for a moment, the pale blue of his eyes glinting with a mix of amusement and shock.
Did they really just use food to distract me? he thought, scratching his head. ...
2024-12-04 13:06:19 +0000 UTC View PostThe Daimyo of the Land of Fire prided himself on maintaining his reputation. Even in his fury, he managed to shift the blame onto his staff.
When Konoha's financial crisis hit its peak and the Third Hokage forced his hand, the Daimyo needed a scapegoat. Naturally, the first to suffer...
2024-12-04 13:02:25 +0000 UTC View PostAfter several sleepless nights, the Third Hokage, with pronounced dark circles under his eyes, convened a private meeting in his office with Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura.
As Nara Shikashin had predicted, the Third Hokage hadn't rested in days.
Shinki's proposal had been gnawing ...
2024-12-04 13:02:09 +0000 UTC View Post