"Gulp…"
Obito swallowed nervously as he stared at the overwhelming number of opponents assembled before them. Despite having fought against enemy ninjas during missions, this was different. The sheer number of challengers and the presence of Reiki—a medical ninja with formidable ...
2024-11-18 07:45:54 +0000 UTC View PostAfter hearing Reiki's explanation, Kakashi frowned, processing the information. "Reiki, why were we chosen for this mission? The details you shared make it clear that this mission isn't within our current capabilities."
Reiki met Kakashi's questioning gaze with a smile. "Kakashi, you...
2024-11-18 07:45:40 +0000 UTC View PostAfter returning home, Namikaze Minato sat in thoughtful silence, a frown creasing his brow.
"What's wrong?" Kushina asked, noticing his troubled expression. She tied on her apron, preparing to cook but couldn't help but ask when she saw Minato's pensive look.
"Hokage-sama still...
2024-11-18 07:45:27 +0000 UTC View PostHalf a month passed in the blink of an eye.
At the Mission Office, Namikaze Minato, just back from his mission, still bore signs of fatigue and the weariness of battle. As he handed in his mission report, a familiar voice called out from behind.
"Brother Minato!"
Minato t...
2024-11-18 07:45:14 +0000 UTC View PostSeeing Tsunade's smile, Reiki felt a slight chill. Tsunade definitely suspected something. She wasn't easy to fool.
"I need to go, teacher. There's an ancient recipe for potions there, and I need to secure it myself. I'm worried others might mishandle it," Reiki explained.
"An ...
2024-11-18 07:45:00 +0000 UTC View PostOrochimaru paused, his thoughts swirling. Reiki's words had struck a nerve. Indeed, the operations he had orchestrated were designed to secure more experimental subjects, but Reiki's straightforward approach was out of character. Typically, one would need to decode Reiki's indirect hints. ...
2024-11-18 07:44:47 +0000 UTC View PostAfter Reiki finished speaking, Orochimaru handed him a scroll, a subtle smile playing on his lips.
"Lord Orochimaru, I'm curious. How much of this does Danzo have, or is it all in his possession?" Reiki asked, examining the item he held.
"The Third Hokage has some as well. Danz...
2024-11-18 07:44:35 +0000 UTC View PostThe Sanada Chamber of Commerce had gained significant status in the ninja world due to its profitable potion business, and its power was on the rise. However, the new venture into the employment business made President Sanada uneasy. The black market was notorious, and any attempts to encr...
2024-11-18 07:44:21 +0000 UTC View PostAs Orochimaru departed from the Root Organization, the sadness on Danzo's face faded completely. With the trump card Orochimaru had provided, things suddenly seemed much simpler. At least now, Danzo could stop worrying about the strength of his forces. Supporting Orochimaru had proven to b...
2024-11-18 07:44:07 +0000 UTC View PostSarutobi Hiruzen stood tall, pride radiating from him.
Usually, when he promoted the Will of Fire through his speeches, Shimura Danzo, Mitokado Hamura, and Koharu often thought it was unnecessary and overly dramatic. Excessively preaching about the Will of Fire felt contrived. Yet no...
2024-11-18 07:43:51 +0000 UTC View PostWithin the interrogation department.
"Greetings, Minister Iga Tsuna. I am here to assist with the interrogation."
"Here is the Hokage's warrant."
Uchiha Shisui presented the warrant as he entered.
Iga Tsuna took it, glanced over it, and nodded before heading o...
2024-11-17 09:32:07 +0000 UTC View PostIga Tsuna's hands began to tremble as he processed the information. This interrogation had unveiled more than just Danzo's individual misdeeds; it exposed the shadows lurking in Konoha's leadership.
Reiki, however, seemed deep in thought.
"I feel like there's something missing,...
2024-11-17 09:31:53 +0000 UTC View PostAfter a brief examination of Tamu's body, Reiki's expression grew serious.
At first, Tamu thought this was a new type of interrogation tactic. But when he saw Reiki's intense expression, a wave of unease washed over him.
He was a member of the Root Organization. He ...
2024-11-17 09:31:41 +0000 UTC View PostAfter being stopped by Reiki, Tsunade forced herself to stay composed.
"Since the problem lies within the Root Organization, we should start the investigation there."
"Interrogation Department Head, Iga Tsuna, will lead the interrogation, with Tsunade and Jiraiya overseeing and...
2024-11-17 09:31:28 +0000 UTC View PostAfter the terrifying explosion, a thick cloud of dust and smoke engulfed the Daimyo's carriage. The Anbu members shifted their focus to Namikaze Minato and his team.
The mission was done.
Now, it was time for them to target Namikaze Minato and the others.
The Anbu operati...
2024-11-17 09:31:14 +0000 UTC View PostReiki felt somewhat relieved seeing Tsunade's smile. He had half-expected a scolding or worse...
With this development, the atmosphere in the village began to shift toward a more "harmonious" tone. The only person feeling uneasy was Shimura Danzo.
"What?"
"Uchiha Fugaku h...
2024-11-17 09:31:00 +0000 UTC View PostOver the next few hours, Nozuki and Shisui worked diligently to absorb the information Reiki had shared. They even went through Reiki's detailed plans and records several times, ensuring they understood what was expected.
"So, what can we do?"
With the time spent processi...
2024-11-17 09:30:47 +0000 UTC View PostFaced with Minato's sudden gesture of kindness, Tsunade could easily guess what was going on.
It seemed that Namikaze Minato, like Sarutobi Hiruzen, believed that Reiki's actions and attitudes reflected her will. However, the idea of reaping benefits without lifting a finger wasn't a...
2024-11-17 09:30:34 +0000 UTC View PostOne noon, a week later, Tsunade walked out of the Hokage Building with a puzzled expression.
Back at the yard, Reiki had just finished preparing lunch.
"Teacher, are you back?"
"Shizune, set a place for the teacher too."
Seeing Tsunade enter with a contemplative loo...
2024-11-17 09:30:21 +0000 UTC View PostAt the same time, Ma Chuan, Feng, Jian Zhang, and the others stood behind Reiki.
They had already accompanied their mentor Jonin on several missions.
Now, they appeared more mature.
"Today, everyone has become Genin."
"From now on, we must shoulder the responsibilit...
2024-11-17 09:30:03 +0000 UTC View PostIf it were anyone else, accessing the forbidden scroll would be nearly impossible. To learn the techniques within, one would typically need to exchange a significant amount of military merit and secure permission from both the Third Hokage and the Elders.
Tsunade, however, was an exc...
2024-11-17 09:11:26 +0000 UTC View PostJiraiya had learned senjutsu, but his mastery was only partial. Orochimaru, on the other hand, never took it seriously. Now there was Shinki, who had perfected senjutsu, sparking Orochimaru's interest.
Recently, Orochimaru had been contemplating a visit to Ryuchi Cave to learn senjut...
2024-11-17 09:11:11 +0000 UTC View PostThe Hyuga clan leader, now advancing in age, had begun preparing the family heir for future responsibilities. The focus was on Hyuga Hiashi, the young clan leader, who was stepping into a more prominent role.
"Father, elders, I don't believe Shinki is lying," Hiashi stated after a brief sil...
2024-11-17 09:10:57 +0000 UTC View PostShinki's laughter echoed as she collapsed onto the sofa, her eyes watering from amusement. Kushina's complaints had hit Tsunade right in her pride.
When they were kids, Tsunade and Jiraiya were known for their less-than-stellar study habits. While Tsunade managed average grades, Jiraiya con...
2024-11-17 09:10:43 +0000 UTC View PostThe Hyuga clan faced a dilemma.
The Third Hokage's actions had left the Hyuga clan in a precarious position, and Tsunade appeared ready to act against them at any moment.
What made things even more difficult was their deep conflict with Shinki, which left the clan at a loss.
The...
2024-11-17 09:10:29 +0000 UTC View Post"Targeting the oases, burning everything, reshaping the terrain, and cutting off underground water sources—that would devastate the Sand Village and enrage the Daimyo of the Wind Country."
"It would be more painful for them than losing a limb," Tsunade noted.
While such actio...
2024-11-17 09:10:10 +0000 UTC View Post
Shinki knew when to stop joking, so he refrained from calling Orochimaru "White Snake" again. Orochimaru, too, learned his lesson and stopped teasing him with "God Slayer."
Since they were escorting supplies and wounded, the group's pace was slow, taking five days to reach...
2024-11-17 09:09:57 +0000 UTC View PostThe Third Hokage was in a bad mood, and so were the other members of the council, but Tsunade was quite pleased. The council wanted to suppress the news, but they didn't dare to and couldn't even try. Doing so during wartime would offend many and dishearten countless others.
Moreover...
2024-11-17 09:09:40 +0000 UTC View PostAfter the war, he stayed behind to care for three orphans. Only Jiraiya could do such a thing. His compassionate nature was so unwavering that even a herd of oxen couldn't pull him away.
For Jiraiya, village responsibilities and apprentices could wait.
"Forget it, let him be. W...
2024-11-17 09:09:24 +0000 UTC View Post"It's just average, not worth mentioning."
Shinki smiled slightly, waved at everyone, and signaled Nawaki and the little blonde to head back quickly and not wander around before the battle was completely over.
At this time, accidentally stepping on an explosive tag or inhaling ...
2024-11-17 09:08:59 +0000 UTC View Post