With the troublesome ninjas defeated, Namikaze Minato swiftly turned the tide of battle against the remaining two enemies. Within moments, he had subdued them, and Rin completed the job by sealing them with practiced precision.
Akimichi Choza and Aburame Shibi approached from the dis...
2024-11-19 10:37:35 +0000 UTC View PostDespite Reiki's comments, Namikaze Minato maintained his composure as he fended off his two attackers. The enemies pressing him felt the mounting pressure as Si Ji, one of their strongest, had already been defeated by three young shinobi.
Reiki, now fully aware of the situation, glan...
2024-11-19 10:37:21 +0000 UTC View PostReiki's keen eyes caught the strange dynamic in Namikaze Minato's battle. The legendary Yellow Flash hadn't used the Flying Thunder God Jutsu from the start—an anomaly that made Reiki suspicious. He reasoned that the mysterious man named Gu was likely using a special ability to restrict ...
2024-11-19 10:37:08 +0000 UTC View PostObito's face twisted with a mix of sympathy and uncertainty as he looked at the unconscious forms of Chiyue and Binghuo. They were used to being pushed to their limits during training with Reiki, but seeing it applied to their enemies left Obito uneasy.
"Boss Reiki, what are we going...
2024-11-19 10:36:56 +0000 UTC View PostChiyue, still disoriented from the barrage of ninjutsu, blinked in confusion at Reiki's words. This wasn't an illusion—it was real. She glanced at the three young ninjas standing nearby, each armed with several scrolls ready for use, while Reiki calmly approached her.
"What do you ...
2024-11-19 10:36:42 +0000 UTC View PostKakuzu, momentarily stunned by the unexpected bounty of wealth and potions, quickly snapped back to reality. He was now the first member of the Jue Organization, a prestigious position that came with responsibility. Reiki's trust in him to complete the first mission perfectly lit a fire of...
2024-11-19 10:36:26 +0000 UTC View PostSeeing Reiki's confident smile, Namikaze Minato couldn't help but feel a touch of helplessness. This boy, despite knowing how valuable and attractive his abilities were to the ninja world, never seemed to worry. The black market for medicinal potions had become fiercely competitive, with p...
2024-11-19 10:36:08 +0000 UTC View PostAfter distributing the potions, the seven-member team departed from the village, heading toward Loulan.
In the shadows, whispers spread.
"A major group left Konoha this time."
"The head of the Akimichi family, Akimichi Choza. [3.1 billion ryo]."
"The strongest insec...
2024-11-19 10:35:52 +0000 UTC View PostOver the next two days, Kakashi and his teammates found themselves repeatedly pushed to their limits by Reiki's relentless training regimen. At first, anger simmered within them, then came despair, and finally, a sense of acceptance. Despite the challenges, Kakashi, Obito, and Rin felt a s...
2024-11-19 10:35:39 +0000 UTC View PostFor a moment, Kakashi grew more relentless. The sword techniques he had learned from Hatake Sakumo were fully displayed as he fought. With dazzling skills and formidable strength, he overwhelmed Machuan and his team.
"Illusion Jizo!"
Suddenly, Yuhi Kurenai appeared before Kakas...
2024-11-19 10:35:24 +0000 UTC View PostKushina couldn't help but burst out laughing, her giggles echoing through the room. Uchiha Mikoto also joined in, covering her mouth as she tried unsuccessfully to stifle her laughter.
Nawaki groaned, burying his face in his hands. You just love to pick on me, huh? he t...
2024-11-19 10:32:30 +0000 UTC View Post"It's a bit complicated," Uchiha Mikoto said, forcing a small smile. The topic was sensitive, and while she was highly regarded within the clan and respected in the village, she was still young and held little sway over the clan's major decisions.
Kushina looked at her sympatheticall...
2024-11-19 10:32:18 +0000 UTC View PostAfter several days of internal deliberation, the Uchiha clan decided to make a cautious move. Uchiha Fugaku, careful not to act recklessly, sought out Uchiha Mikoto and used her visit as a pretext to approach Shinki.
"No need to be so formal; make yourselves at home," Shinki said wit...
2024-11-19 10:32:04 +0000 UTC View PostThe exclusion of the pharmaceutical department left the village's medical system in an awkward position. Mitokado Hamura, after observing the unwavering stance of the Third Hokage, finally resigned himself to the outcome.
"I understand. I will arrange the manpower and ensure the equi...
2024-11-19 10:31:50 +0000 UTC View PostShinki didn't intend to play any tricks with the Third Hokage, and the Anbu members couldn't withdraw first. If they did, the Third Hokage could come up with countless excuses, such as incomplete equipment, to delay. And then, who would Shinki turn to for justice?
It was clear to him...
2024-11-19 10:31:35 +0000 UTC View PostBesides, Shinki had already played the trick of "killing a chicken to scare the monkeys" before taking action, which made the Anbu even more reluctant to get caught up in his bad luck.
"Do you have an order to arrest?"
Tiger and Eagle shook their heads in unison.
Their order was...
2024-11-19 10:31:22 +0000 UTC View PostOrochimaru, ever prepared, had all the materials set aside, just waiting for Shinki's approval. Now that he had it, he set to work crafting the puppets in no time. Meanwhile, the Anbu's operations department, under Shinki's directive, went into motion.
With dozens of Anbu ninjas, led by cap...
2024-11-19 10:31:09 +0000 UTC View PostThe dismissed Anbu members were left with little choice. Despite their desire to remain in the Anbu, they had been branded as traitors and expelled. Even if Shinki didn't officially record their transgressions, their departure was its own form of stigma—proof that they had breached trust, earni...
2024-11-19 10:30:55 +0000 UTC View PostWhether the Third Hokage would be overwhelmed by this or not, Shinki didn't care.
He was determined to secure 200 sets of equipment, anticipating an expansion in the number of Anbu operatives in the near future. Shinki was prepared to launch a wave of rapid growth and operations.
True...
2024-11-19 10:30:42 +0000 UTC View Post"Tora, why did the Anbu try to take the elders of the Shimura clan?"
Tora lowered his head slightly and responded, "Hokage-sama, I am just following the orders of the deputy minister. I don't know the specifics."
Not willing to disclose the mission details? The Third Hokage's ex...
2024-11-19 10:30:29 +0000 UTC View PostNara Shikashin contemplated and then shook his head.
"It should be. Shimura Richu was training outside the village. The training spot was near one of the villagers' fields. Hearing commotion in the forest, two villagers went to investigate and were affected by the released ninjutsu."
...
2024-11-18 07:49:46 +0000 UTC View Post"I won't give up!" Hyuga Hiashi thought fiercely, his hands clenched tightly within his sleeves.
Meanwhile, back in the Hokage's office, the Third Hokage, Utatane Koharu, and Mitokadu Hamura sat in silence, each reading the frustration in the others' expressions.
"It seems the usual m...
2024-11-18 07:49:32 +0000 UTC View PostWalking out of the Hokage office building, Hyuga Hiashi's expression was conflicted. "Tsunade-sama, is she trying to win over Uchiha?"
Shinki glanced at him with a smirk. "Who can say what the future holds? But one thing is certain: those who align themselves might fare well, but those who ...
2024-11-18 07:49:18 +0000 UTC View Post"It's a caravan responsible for purchasing on behalf of the village," the Third Hokage stated vaguely.
Shinki was unfazed and responded bluntly, "I'm sorry, Hokage, but since the outbreak of the war, the Anbu has sustained heavy losses from gathering intelligence and protecting key personne...
2024-11-18 07:49:05 +0000 UTC View PostIs it really appropriate to discuss such a serious topic in such a formal place?
The conversation between them grew more intense until the Third Hokage arrived with two of his advisors. The Third Hokage took the main seat, and Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Hamura sat unceremoniously on either...
2024-11-18 07:48:49 +0000 UTC View Post"Take it; just think of it as a loan," Shinki said nonchalantly. "When you grow up and can earn your own money, you can pay me back."
Minato hesitated, but Shinki continued, "Boys should always have a little money with them. What if you want to grab a bite to eat or go to a hot spring with ...
2024-11-18 07:48:32 +0000 UTC View Post"Don't waste your time. Don't do it for nothing. In the end, you'll just lose face," Nara Shikako muttered as he shook his head, pushing aside these chaotic thoughts and returning to his tasks.
Meanwhile, Shinki contemplated his next move. If the Third Hokage wanted to elevate Hatake Sakumo...
2024-11-18 07:48:18 +0000 UTC View PostThe idea that Shinki couldn't handle the Anbu's affairs was absurd. He returned to the village with accolades and sat in the Anbu office with confidence. Who would dare challenge him?
The body of Hanzo of the Salamander had not even been turned into a puppet yet.
Faced with his...
2024-11-18 07:48:05 +0000 UTC View PostWhat a headache...
Shinki, who was pressed down onto a chair by Tsunade, glanced at a document, his brow twitching.
"Why do we have to submit even reports on stalking suspects to the office?"
Tsunade, leaning against the desk, responded matter-of-factly, "To prevent power...
2024-11-18 07:47:49 +0000 UTC View PostUnlike other departments where delays could be excused, the Anbu's operations had to be handled promptly. Otherwise, chaos could ensue.
"No discussion. Either you take the post, or I do. It's as simple as that," Tsunade said, leaning against the door frame with a calm gaze, hop...
2024-11-18 07:47:36 +0000 UTC View Post