After resolving the issue with Qingyan, Reiki rejoined the group.
"Reiki, you…"
"It's fine. That monster retreated on its own."
"Hyuga-sama, is everything okay?"
Reiki glanced at Hyuga, noticing the serious expression on her face. Ever since he arrived, she had se...
2024-11-12 10:57:46 +0000 UTC View PostHyuga Oyo felt a pang of frustration as he assessed the situation. If he were alone, these five enemies wouldn't pose much of a challenge. As an elite jounin—his strength further enhanced by Reiki's treatments—he could handle them without much trouble. But with Asuma, still just a geni...
2024-11-12 10:57:33 +0000 UTC View PostReiki soon sensed the presence trailing him. Without hesitation, he activated the "Evil Ghost" jutsu and sprinted toward Morishita and the team.
"How did we lose him?!"
The leader of the Root squad, Blade, wore a mask of disbelief. Their advanced tracking and perception techniq...
2024-11-12 10:57:18 +0000 UTC View PostIn a dimly lit hotel room, Morishita's expression was serious as he listened to Reiki and Asuma recount their encounter with Beisuke.
"This is your conclusion after making contact?" Morishita asked, disappointment etched on his face. While he trusted the authenticity of the informati...
2024-11-12 10:57:02 +0000 UTC View Post"Beisuke!" the casino owner shouted, frustration edging his tone.
When he had hired Beisuke, it was with the knowledge that he was a traitorous ninja from a major village, a detail that made him both dangerous and valuable. Such ninjas were powerful and easy to control due to their c...
2024-11-12 10:56:49 +0000 UTC View PostAfter completing Uchiha Natsume's treatment, Reiki and his team departed, leaving behind the relieved Sand Ninja. For the first time, despite their injuries, they were grateful to avoid further encounters with Konoha's medical ninja. They had received more treatments in one night than ever...
2024-11-12 10:56:36 +0000 UTC View PostThe factory at the edge of the Zhu Yan Forest had been destroyed by Hyuga as planned. There were only four ninja guards present; the rest were ordinary workers. Hinata efficiently gathered the special papers produced and secured them.
When Hinata and Asuma returned to the designated ...
2024-11-12 10:56:22 +0000 UTC View PostBy the time Yashamaru and his group of Sand Ninja reached the Zhu Yan Forest, all the guards had already been defeated. The workers, while spared from attack, had fled in panic—ordinary civilians couldn't be involved in battles between ninjas.
Yashamaru's eyes narrowed as he took i...
2024-11-12 10:56:08 +0000 UTC View PostReiki looked at the new prop in his possession, took a deep breath, and placed it in the system space.
"Now, there are more ways to save lives," he thought with satisfaction. "I should check on Morishita outside."
Reiki lifted the barrier, sensing Morishita's presence outside, ...
2024-11-12 10:55:53 +0000 UTC View PostJust as she walked out of the hospital, an ANBU ninja appeared in front of Tsunade.
"Tsunade-sama, Hokage requests your presence."
The ANBU member spoke politely.
Though ANBU members often exuded pride around others, they knew better than to show any arrogance in front of...
2024-11-12 10:55:36 +0000 UTC View PostSeeing Nawaki's confused expression, Reiki almost laughed.
"Brother Nawaki, we all need to get stronger as soon as possible," he said encouragingly. "That way, our teachers can feel more at ease."
"Brother Nawaki has great potential. If you push yourself, you'll definitely impr...
2024-11-12 10:55:20 +0000 UTC View PostBang! The door to the Hokage's office burst open with a loud crash.
"Biwaku?" Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes widened in surprise. "What are you doing here?"
Under normal circumstances, Biwaku Sarutobi rarely came to the Hokage's office, focusing instead on managing famil...
2024-11-12 10:55:07 +0000 UTC View PostDanzo's face darkened as the ANBU operatives surrounded him.
"What's the meaning of this, Hiruzen?" he asked, a hint of unease creeping into his voice.
Sarutobi Hiruzen gestured for the ANBU to stand down. Once they vanished, he began speaking, recounting everything he knew abo...
2024-11-12 10:54:53 +0000 UTC View PostWhen Asuma had rushed out earlier, Reiki had secretly applied a technique to partially counteract the poison in Asuma's system. This was why Asuma hadn't completely lost consciousness.
Hearing the commotion, Asuma had initially wanted to check on the situation. But his weakened legs ...
2024-11-12 10:54:38 +0000 UTC View PostObserving Reiki's expression, Hyuga didn't question him further.
He took the antidote Reiki handed him without hesitation.
"Hyuga-sama, you will lose consciousness in three hours," Reiki said seriously. "Remember, don't miscalculate the time."
"Reiki, what's going on?" Hy...
2024-11-12 10:54:24 +0000 UTC View PostWhen the time comes, the Sand Village will be able to send troops into the Land of Rain without opposition. Konoha will be forced into war. The Sand Village had been preparing for this war for a long time. Everything was set; they only needed approval from the Daimyo.
How could they ...
2024-11-12 10:11:24 +0000 UTC View PostThe truth is, the conflict is far from over.
If it was truly Hanzo's fault, why did he provoke the conflict? Once escalation begins, war can erupt at any moment. When that happens, the first to suffer is the Land of Rain, inevitably becoming a battlefield for the great powers. Is Han...
2024-11-12 10:11:10 +0000 UTC View PostThe Third Hokage was furious.
He had stayed out all night, indulging in a bit of freedom, only to be summoned to an early meeting before he could catch up on any sleep. Jiraiya slouched in his seat, disheveled, his white hair more unruly than usual. An odd assortment of smells clung ...
2024-11-12 10:10:56 +0000 UTC View PostThe room erupted with laughter.
"Pfft! Hahaha..." Tsunade doubled over, unable to contain her laughter.
Kushina joined in, giggling uncontrollably.
Seeing them laugh, Minato Namikaze couldn't help but chuckle as well.
"You... you guys are so mean! This is bullying,"...
2024-11-12 10:10:41 +0000 UTC View PostThe New Year was approaching, but the Third Hokage was still busy. Even on New Year's Eve, he would work in the office until late before heading home.
"Tsunade, do you have something to ask me?"
"Not really. I just want to ask the old man for a favor."
"A favor?" The Thir...
2024-11-12 10:10:28 +0000 UTC View PostWiping his face with the towel draped around his shoulders, Shinki walked to the doorway and leaned against the frame, watching the two boys training with kunai in the yard. Sometimes, a difference of just two or three years doesn't prevent true friendships—it only takes the right moment...
2024-11-12 10:10:13 +0000 UTC View PostKushina went out shopping with her two friends, Uchiha Mikoto and Hyuga Mihui. With nothing else to do, Nawaki and Minato Namikaze ended up together, sitting on the ground and chatting for a bit before running off hand-in-hand, looking like they were up to mischief.
Watching the two ...
2024-11-12 10:09:59 +0000 UTC View PostWith the combined efforts of Nawaki and Minato Namikaze, the grill was quickly set up. Shinki lit the firewood and added a generous amount of charcoal. As the flames grew and the coals began to glow, he placed the marinated meat on the grill. Soon, the enticing aroma of barbecue filled the...
2024-11-12 10:09:45 +0000 UTC View Post"Ah! Why? I just want to sleep a little longer!" came Nawaki's wail from his room. Shinki, busy washing and preparing the meat, chuckled to himself.
It was futile for Nawaki to try and resist when Kushina was involved. He couldn't bring himself to be harsh with her, and even if he di...
2024-11-12 10:09:30 +0000 UTC View PostTsunade, who had been laughing hysterically, suddenly froze. Her eyes widened as she stammered, "Slug Sage, are you sure he has a good talent?"
"Yes, his talent is excellent, comparable to Hashirama Senju. If he dedicates himself, he will definitely learn the senjutsu of the Shikkots...
2024-11-12 10:09:14 +0000 UTC View PostUnder Shinki's questioning gaze, Tsunade's cheeks flushed with embarrassment.
"Stop staring! The Slug Sage said I don't have the talent!" she huffed.
Got it. The truth had finally come out. With Tsunade's determined nature, she wouldn't have given up easily unless...
2024-11-12 10:08:57 +0000 UTC View PostAfter their meal, Kushina's face was glowing with joy. Shinki chuckled. "Of course, I won't. Your friends are my friends. Why would I be angry with them? But why are you worried I might be angry with Mihui?"
Shinki was puzzled, as he had no memory of a girl named Mihui.
"You'll...
2024-11-12 10:08:42 +0000 UTC View PostThe food was truly delicious, and Shinki relished every bite. After a hearty meal, he planned to head home for some well-deserved rest.
The Akimichi family truly knew how to enjoy life! Their specialty barbecue alone brought in a hefty profit, enough to make other families in Konoha ...
2024-11-12 10:08:28 +0000 UTC View PostDo you really think that Hanzo of the Salamander is made of clay?
Black iron sand hovered in the air, surrounding the Third Kazekage, who did not even bother to turn around. He would not place Hanzo of the Salamander on the same level as himself.
"The Rain Village has no right ...
2024-11-12 10:08:12 +0000 UTC View Post"Don't tell me that the Byakugan of the Hyuga clan can evolve just like the Sharingan!"
"Why not?" Shinki said, "I have gained a lot of strange abilities, and the caged bird seal that bound me has disappeared. For this, I can only say that my eyes have evolved."
"Damn it!"
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