Naruto: I became a super shadow in the Anbu.

Chapter 366 He Wants It All

Akimichi Torifu, seeing the surprised look in Nara Shika's eyes, said:
"Don't worry, there are no secret agents around, no one will see my current state."

They do have that much perception ability.

I just heard about Mitokado's illness and I'm itching to do something about it.

After briefly recalling my old martial arts techniques, thankfully, I haven't forgotten the skills of effortless weightlifting.

"Uncle Qufeng, your strength has actually recovered, hasn't it?"

"Of course there was no reply. No matter who asks, my strength is far from its peak," Akimichi Torifu said.

"I know you really want to ask me why I refused to come out of seclusion."

Deer Antlers, the village is currently in a period of turmoil.

The village was originally established with the Senju and Uchiha clans as the main members and the smaller ninja clans as secondary members. However, this order was disrupted by the Second Hokage after the First Hokage's death.

The Second Hokage initiated the great integration of Konoha Village, establishing an order with ninja clans as the main body and civilian ninjas as a supplement.

This order was disrupted once again by the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Hiruzen Sarutobi has now established a new order that emphasizes sacrificing oneself for the village under the Will of Fire.

I believe this order is unsustainable; it will collapse due to excessive death, without anyone needing to disrupt it.

Even without the Fourth Hokage, it might have collapsed under Hiruzen Sarutobi's hands.

Danzo's Root and Shimura clans were repeatedly attacked, and Mitokado Homura was killed. The attacks were too precise.

The order established by Hiruzen Sarutobi is already collapsing.

Even enemies from other villages, like Onoki, could not accurately grasp Konoha's weaknesses.

These strikes were so precise, as if Hiruzen Sarutobi had personally arranged and ordered them.

This indicates that there is a group of people in Konoha who are extremely dissatisfied with the existing order.

If I leave the mountain, I must maintain Hiruzen Sarutobi's order in accordance with his wishes.

Then that force will fix its attention on me.

It doesn't matter if I die, but the three races of pig, deer, and butterfly will suffer a great blow in the confrontation.

After the Shimura clan, it was the Ino-Shika-Cho trio's turn. I even feel that it was Hiruzen Sarutobi who was orchestrating this.

Madara Uchiha's actions are very similar to those of the Anbu. I wouldn't be surprised if you told me that Madara Uchiha was cooperating with Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"Forget it, let them fight it out. I, along with the Pig, Deer, and Butterfly clans, will not act as a shield."

The Nara deer remained frozen in place.

He thought he had seen through many things, but now he realized that he had been in the upper echelons for too long and could not see the whole picture of Konoha.

Yes, the current order in Konoha Village is based on a spirit of sacrifice led by the Will of Fire.

He sacrificed himself for Konoha, and for his comrades.

However, this order is extremely fragile.

Nara Kazumi has witnessed too many selective sacrifices, too many passive sacrifices, and far too many large-scale sacrifices.

This order, based on sacrifice, is unsustainable.

"Uncle Tofu, I've read the intelligence scroll of the Anbu. It seems that Madara Uchiha has a good relationship with the Uzumaki clan. He has been protecting some of the Uzumaki remnants."

Our Ino-Shika-Cho clan's ninjas became the guardian ninjas of the Land of Whirlpools' daimyo. Will Madara Uchiha target our guardian ninjas?

Uncle Feng, if you're not going to be the foreign affairs advisor, the village needs a strong one even more.

We must intimidate Madara Uchiha, otherwise all the Guardian Shinobi will be in danger.

Akimichi Torifu said, "If the sky falls, there are tall people to hold it up. The Land of Whirlpools is southeast of the Land of Fire, and the Land of Rain is west of the Land of Fire."

The two directions are far apart, and there's no immediate danger. Let's observe further and wait a bit longer; there's no rush.

Nara Shikaku said, "Uncle Torifu, I didn't expect you to see things so clearly and with such wisdom. Compared to you, I'm rather foolish."

“Wise?” Akimichi Torifu said, “I’m not wise. I can’t even figure out who the opposing force in Konoha is.”

Akimichi Torifu's eyes were serious.

"Is it the Senju clan? Senju Hanamoto is too conservative, and Tsunade is too gambling, so her actions are flawed. It doesn't seem like them."

Is it the Uchiha clan? If the Uchiha clan had such strength, they couldn't have remained hidden for so long.

Is it Sakumo Hatake? It doesn't seem like it at all. Sakumo Hatake is somewhat idealistic, but that kind of idealism is useless.

"Is it the Hyuga clan? Forget it. The Hyuga clan was destroyed by the Caged Bird Seal. They only care about petty hierarchies between the main family and branch families, and have no ambition whatsoever."

Akimichi Torifu looked at Nara Shikazumi and said, "Shikazumi, it wasn't you, was it? Were you the one who secretly arranged for people to attack Danzo and Mitokado Homura?"

Nara Shikaku gave a wry smile and said, "You know how powerful our Ino-Shika-Cho trio are. Even if I wanted to, I wouldn't have the strength."

Just then, Akimichi Torifu suddenly raised his hand and said, "The Anbu ninjas are about to pass by, you can go and do your work."

Nara Shikaku turned his head, but he didn't even notice the Anbu. However, Uncle Torifu sensed them first.

After saying goodbye to Uncle Tokifumi, Nara Kaguchi turned and left the small lake.

He frowned deeply, finding the current situation in Konoha somewhat perplexing.

Is there really an opposing force within Konoha Village that keeps attacking the Hokage's forces?
Will the three races of pig, deer, and butterfly also be affected because they are beneficiaries?
The root, the Shimura clan, and Mitokado Homura's advisor, the enemy's attack range is expanding.

After careful consideration, Nara Shikazuki concluded that the competition for the advisor was of great importance, and that faction would inevitably reveal its true colors.
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The land of rain.

"Sir! ANBU Ninja Hawk!"

A ninja hawk circled in a certain pattern under the dark clouds in the distance, and Antelope recognized it as a ninja hawk from the Anbu.

Summoning beasts with intelligence capable of using reverse summoning techniques are extremely rare in the ninja world.

Aside from summoning beasts, the Ninja Hawk is Konoha's most efficient communication tool.

Sugata summoned the ninja hawk and glanced at the small scroll tied to its leg.

His expression changed drastically, and he said in a panic, "Something terrible has happened! My lord! Lord Yellow Dog has urgently summoned us back to the village!"

Ye Guang said, "We must remain calm in the face of important events. We are the secret service; how can we afford to lose our composure?"

"Sir! Advisor Mitokado Homura has been murdered!"

"What? Why didn't you say so sooner? Next time you give a report, can you please give the whole thing at once?!"

Ye Guang thought to himself, "This semi-exile is finally coming to an end. The village, under pressure, has recalled me."

Yellow Dog has no way of dealing with dangerous enemies like Sarutobi Kanosuke or Tobi.

Without its own leader, the secret service will eventually fall apart.

"Hurry up, get back to the village."

Leaving the damp environment of the Land of Rain and entering the Land of Rivers, the ANBU members felt their breathing become much easier. It took them ten days to reach Konoha Village.

The panic caused by Mitokado Homura's death has created an extremely tense atmosphere in Konoha Village.

Despite the ferocity of the Second Shinobi World War, no high-ranking officials in Konoha suffered any casualties.

Mitokado Homura was killed by a rogue ninja's subordinate, causing chaos in Konoha and making the future extremely uncertain.

The daimyo had just reached an agreement with Mitokado Homura when Mitokado Homura died.

What happened to the promise of trusting Konoha? What happened to the promise that Konoha had the ability to protect the Daimyo?

Mitokado Homura himself has been killed; how can he protect the daimyo?

Daimyo from various countries sent letters to Konoha, inquiring whether the agreements reached with Mitokado Homura were truly guaranteed.

The village was in a state of chaos and had no choice but to send more ninjas to the capitals of various countries.

Upon entering the Dark Guard base, Ye Guang immediately retrieved intelligence gathered during this period.

The scroll indicates that Orochimaru is the most popular candidate and the most likely to become the next advisor.

Orochimaru is strong enough, but Yagami is unwilling.

He painstakingly killed Mitokado Homura, not to pave the way for Orochimaru.

You've managed to reap the benefits?

Night Light arrived at the Anbu base beneath the Hokage Building.

"I'm sorry, Lord Yellow Dog, my mission has failed," said Nightlight.

"I was searching for Madara Uchiha's rogue ninja organization in the Land of Rain, but I didn't expect Tobi to appear in the Land of Rivers."

Yellow Dog said, "It's not your fault. The ninja world is so big. With just a small ANBU squad, it's impossible for you to catch up with Tobi."

Ye Guang nodded, knowing he wouldn't face any punishment. He said:
"Lord Yellow Dog, Danzo should be calmed down by now. He's been sending me out to search aimlessly without any results."

"I'm not angry anymore, and I was also frightened. The death of Advisor Mitomon Homura has greatly affected several high-ranking officials. Advisor Danzo will no longer order you to leave the village for extended periods, as this would be a serious waste of the Anbu's combat power."

Ye Guang suddenly whispered, "Lord Yellow Dog, I wonder who will be the next advisor in charge of foreign affairs?"

"I don't know," said the yellow dog. "The Hokage doesn't have a suitable candidate yet."

Lord Qu Feng has been retired for many years. His identity is suitable, but his strength is insufficient.

Of the remaining people, Orochimaru is the most likely.

Some people are campaigning for Orochimaru in the village, but the Hokage seems to be hesitant.

"Yes, ultimately it depends on the Hokage's attitude. However..." Nightlight's voice was full of seduction:
"If Lord Yellow Dog were to compete for the position of advisor, I'm sure Lord Hokage would support him."

Upon hearing this, the yellow dog was somewhat tempted.

Who wouldn't want to be a senior advisor?

Mitokado Homura, by virtue of his position as a high-level advisor, firmly holds a share of the missions in the Land of Rivers, as Huang Quan knows. Mitokado Homura's wealth is the envy of many.

Besides money, ninjutsu, and secret techniques, there is also status.

Mitokado Yanagi enjoys high recognition among the daimyo, and many tasks require his coordination.

Foreign affairs advisors wield considerable power.

Ye Guang continued, "Although Orochimaru is very strong, how could he possibly complete a foreign mission with his cold-blooded nature?"

If he goes to talk to the Daimyo of the Land of Grass about the mission to Konoha, won't he scare the Daimyo to death?
I can't even imagine whether Orochimaru would smile or not when he saw the Daimyo.
If he doesn't smile, how terrifying would that face be? It's sinister and eerie.

If they laugh, wouldn't that be even more terrifying?
So Orochimaru isn't suitable; it has to be you, Lord Yellow Dog.

"As the Hokage's eldest son, your words absolutely represent the Hokage's and Konoha's stance. The Daimyo will definitely trust you, won't he?"

With a glint in his eyes, he used the advantage of being the son of the Hokage to defeat Orochimaru. The Yellow Dog was promoted to advisor, and he himself became the head of the Anbu.

After killing the Yellow Dog, Hiruzen Sarutobi will be completely without anyone to use.

The consultant position is vacant again.

At that point, Sakumo Hatake and Tsunade will be unable to control the situation, and Hiruzen Sarutobi will have no choice but to rely on Sakumo Hatake or Tsunade if he wants to deal with Madara Uchiha and the others.

If we then recommend Sakumo Hatake as an advisor, there will be much less resistance.

Therefore, the yellow dog's promotion is crucial.

"Lord Yellow Dog, let the Anbu help you build momentum!"

"Wait, don't rush, let me think about it." Yellow Dog calmed down and then said, "Fox, do you really want to be the head of the Dark Division?"

Ye Guang planned to retreat in order to advance, and slowly accumulate power:
"My lord, you have misjudged me."

I am self-aware; everything I have is thanks to your patronage, Lord Yellow Dog.

Apart from you, I have no other foundation and it is impossible for me to hold the position of head of the Dark Division.

This position is too crucial; it must be someone the Hokage absolutely trusts.

The Anbu possess intelligence both inside and outside Konoha; they are the Hokage's eyes.

The Anbu are the Hokage's direct subordinate units, and they are the kunai in the Hokage's hands.

Previously, the Hokage absolutely trusted Danzo, but now the Hokage absolutely trusts Yellow Dog.

Lord Yellow Dog, if you were to become the Fourth Hokage one day, you might be able to compete for the position of head of the Anbu.

My loyalty to the Hokage and the Yellow Dog is as boundless as the waters of the Naka River.

It would be a stretch to ask me to be the head of the secret service now.

I'd like to, but I know my own limitations.

The yellow dog nodded repeatedly; the fox still knew its limits. The yellow dog then asked:
"Fox, if I become a foreign affairs consultant, would you be willing to be my consultant's assistant?"

The yellow dog was also a little scared at the thought of going to the dangerous Land of Grass and Land of Rivers.

Of all his men, only the fox was capable of protecting him.

"Of course I'm willing!" Ye Guang's tone changed:
"However, Lord Yellow Dog, I can take on both roles. I can protect your safety while preserving your influence in the shadows—killing two birds with one stone."

Lord Yellow Dog, now that you've become the foreign affairs advisor, are you just going to hand over the Dark Division to someone else?

We need advisors, but we can't lose our covert operations either.

Huang nodded repeatedly, agreeing.

He planned to return to his ancestral homeland to discuss with his father whether he wanted the advisor and the secret service.

After he leaves, Fox can temporarily take over the Dark Division.

(End of this chapter)