It's normal to get a kaleidoscope as a first deposit of six yuan, right?

boom!

Zhi Xue kicked open the ventilation duct and gently landed on the ground, creating more than a dozen shadow clones that searched the surrounding books.

"Who goes there!?" Seemingly hearing the noise from the library, several members of the Dark Guard rushed in from outside, only to be knocked unconscious by Zhi Xue's shadow clone.

"Be careful, the number of enemies is unknown, do not advance rashly!"

"But, Captain, a lot of ninjutsu data and secret techniques are still recorded in there. What if..."

"We'll talk about that later. You guys go and notify the other secret agents to guard the other exits here. Even the ventilation openings that are less than half a meter wide must be blocked!"

"Yes!"

In less than half a minute, Zhi Xuehua found a green Wood Release scroll, stuffed it into his clothes, and was about to return the way he came when he suddenly sensed the Dark Side heading towards the ventilation shaft.

"Huh? They won't even let such a small hole go? Oh well, it seems I'll have no choice but to break out from the front." Just as Zhi Xue drew her Flying Thunder God Kunai from her waist and was about to rush out, something resembling a poison gas bomb was thrown in from outside, emitting a captivating fragrance. The exit of the library was also sealed off by earth magic.

boom!

The earth-escape technique that the Dark Guard had sealed off was breached in just one exchange, sending debris flying.

Two members of the secret service raised their katana and slashed at Zhixue.

After taking out the Kusanagi sword and cleaving the two katanas that were attacking her, Shiyuki took advantage of their brief moment of confusion to kick them both away.

"Wind Release - Vacuum Wave!" A whirlwind-like airflow swept in from afar, only to be cleaved in two by a red blade of light.

A burst of crimson-white flames gathered around the Kusanagi sword; the scorching heat could easily melt even steel.

Relying on the sharpness of the Kusanagi sword and the narrowness of the corridor, Shiyuki pushed the Anbu out almost unopposed. But just as she was about to reach the exit, the branches that were winding around her caught Shiyuki's attention.

"Wood Release: Silent Binding Technique!" Several thick vines reached out from a distance and grabbed at Zhixue.

However, when the wood wrapped around Zhixue's body, Yamato was astonished to find that Zhixue's body seemed to melt and turn into water, passing through the wood release's restraints.

"Could it be a water clone!?"

Because the Uchiha clan and Konoha need to maintain their current relationship, the Sharingan is probably not very useful. Otherwise, they could have learned some Wood Release ninjutsu from Yamato and used it on the spot.

Zhi Xue used water to move quickly through the vines and arrived in front of Yamato. She grabbed the kunai that was being slashed at her, and after a few rounds of physical combat, Yamato struggled and was tied to a tree with steel wire by Zhi Xue.

"I'm sorry, I can't let you know my identity right now..." Zhi Xue dusted off her hands and disappeared into the surrounding darkness...

Because the Void Ring can conceal chakra fluctuations, she was like a gust of wind, impossible to track or capture, and one could only slowly sense her disappearing into the night.

The next day, in the Hokage's office, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at the report presented to him with a rather unpleasant expression.

What on earth happened recently? Konoha's defenses were just starting to ease when this happened. It's as if they're treating Konoha's defense system like a decoration!

"Lord Hokage, according to the description of the injured Anbu, the enemy showed almost no chakra reaction, which is why they were able to infiltrate the library so silently. They also possessed a longsword that could spew fire and the ability to turn their entire body into liquid to avoid physical damage and pass through obstacles."

"The most likely candidates to meet these criteria are the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist from the Land of Water. They are skilled in assassination techniques, and the Hozuki clan also possesses the ability to transform into water. However... I've never heard of any of them having a longsword that can emit fire."

Upon hearing the Anbu's analysis, Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned.

The original Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist were almost wiped out by Might Guy during the Third Shinobi World War, so they shouldn't pose any threat to Konoha at this point.

"Judging from this, the enemy should still be inside Konoha Village. We should strengthen Konoha's defenses first, and be extra careful in checking the main gate. By the way, have you checked the library of the former Root organization? What's missing?"

Upon hearing Hiruzen Sarutobi's question, the Anbu members' expressions became somewhat strange.

"Um... most of the books and scrolls are intact, only the scroll that recorded the Wood Release ninjutsu used by the First Hokage was stolen."

"Wood, Wood Release??" Upon hearing that it was Wood Release, Hiruzen Sarutobi was so shocked that he dropped his pipe on the table.

Even if they take this, will they be able to learn it? You know, in the entire ninja world, probably only the First Hokage and the Heavenly Burial technique unearthed from Root can truly use Wood Release. What would the enemy want this for? Is Orochimaru behind this again?

At this time, Orochimaru, who was still seeking the truth in the experimental base of the ninja world, was unaware that Hiruzen Sarutobi, thousands of miles away, had already pinned a huge accusation on him. Ever since he was beaten up by Shizuka's genjutsu, he had decided to go to the Uchiha clan in a while to get two perfect bodies for reincarnation.

Orochimaru believed that once he possessed the power of the Uchiha clan, he would have a natural resistance to Shiki's genjutsu, and at that time, it wouldn't be long before he obtained Shiki's lovely yet hateful body.

On the experimental table, Orochimaru looked at several photos of Uchiha clan members, and after a moment of deliberation, he fixed his gaze on Uchiha Itachi and sneered twice.

"Uchiha fighting seven at once... Konoha's ANBU captain, the son of the Uchiha clan chief, bearing the title of genius, is more than enough to be my vessel. However, how to get past all the blockades and capture you is still a question worth considering. But the risk and reward are proportional... Once I obtain the power of the Uchiha clan, Yuki will simply be mine for the future... Hehehe..."

Orochimaru's sinister laughter echoed from the laboratory. Although she had been easily defeated by Yuki's Mangekyou Sharingan earlier, this would only make Orochimaru more fascinated by this powerful force once his fear subsided...

Chapter 113, The Development of Wood Release

The morning after the theft of the original Root base, shortly after the sun had fully risen in the east, Shisui got up, prepared breakfast, and left home to go to work at the guard unit.

Almost two hours after Zhishui left, Zhixue slowly got out of bed, drew back the curtains, glanced at the clear sky outside, stretched, and then, feeling inexplicably irritated, rubbed her messy hair.

Today is another day of my period, it's really awful. I guess I'll have to avoid cola and ice cream for a while.

Ding! Host, please think of something happy. This will help relieve the discomfort caused by your period.

"Sorry, I can't think of anything that makes me happy. Of course, if you could sell me the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan for 0.01% of the original price, then it's hard to say." Zhi Xue still remembered the feeling she had when she excitedly opened the Wood Release scroll last night, only to find that she couldn't understand it at all.

Ding! Host, please don't get your hopes up. Even if this system offers discounts and flash sale prices, it's impossible for the price to be as low as 0.01% unless this system goes bankrupt.

"Oh, I was just kidding, don't take it seriously." Zhi Xue waved her hand, then took the Wood Release scroll she had stolen last night from under the bed and looked at it.

A compilation of introductions and precautions for using Wood Release ninjutsu, printed edition, by Tobirama Senju.

Perhaps because she scored in the single digits in her academic subjects, or perhaps because Tobirama Senju deliberately raised the bar for reading to prevent future Wood Release ninjas from being as intellectually challenged as his older brother, he used a lot of technical terms. As a result, she recognized each word in the scroll, but couldn't understand it at all when they were put together.

In some ways, this is even more distressing than not getting the secret scroll at all. If you don't get it, you still have the chance to borrow it from other places, but it's embarrassing that her mind doesn't seem to allow her to look at something so profound.

After sighing, Zhi Xue decided to take it slow. After going to the bathroom to change her sanitary napkin, she used her chakra to suppress the urge to ejaculate in her abdomen. After washing up, she changed her clothes.

After finishing breakfast, Zhixue washed the dishes and looked at the still damp clothes hanging on the balcony. She then returned to her room and gradually deepened her consciousness into her inner space.

"It's just a simple Wood Release technique, isn't it? Everyone else who's had it transplanted has used it freely even though they've never seen the scroll before, right? I refuse to believe that someone with perfect fusion like me wouldn't know how to use it..."

Zhi Xue arrived at the center of the virtual training field, took a deep breath, and spoke to the system.

"Tongzi, get a Kage-level bot. Remember to get a strong one. Forget about the old Danzo who likes to use his watch as a stand-in."

Ding, received...

Upon hearing Zhixue's request, a burst of blue light suddenly appeared on the opposite side of the training ground. The particles gradually condensed and transformed into a tall, muscular man with dark skin, whose body seemed to be crackling with lightning and sparks.

A (Fourth Raikage)

Strength: Kage level.

Description: A master of taijutsu, skilled in Lightning Release Chakra Mode, proficient in ninjutsu and taijutsu, and extremely fast.

When she saw the Raikage, Shiki became somewhat interested. She hadn't had much contact with the ninjas of Kumogakure, and this battle with the Raikage would not only allow her to develop her Wood Release skills but also train her physical reflexes. After all, having the Sharingan but not being able to quickly draw kunai for defense and counterattack is meaningless.

……

While Shisui was still practicing diligently in the training ground, Shisui learned from Fugaku in the security team about the attack on the original Root base and the theft of the ninjutsu scrolls the previous night.

Upon hearing this news, Shisui immediately thought of Shisui.

Is this a coincidence? Obviously not. Shisui considers himself to know his younger sister quite well. Although she seems so carefree most of the time, she gets very serious when it comes to important matters or goals.

Looking at Shisui deep in thought at the conference table, Fugaku spoke up: "What's wrong? Do you have any clues about this matter? Although this incident did not occur in our Uchiha clan, it is still part of the duties of the security force."

"Ah, well, I was sleeping at home when the incident happened yesterday, so I don't have any good suggestions or opinions, hahaha." Shisui scratched his head and said with a smile.

Fugaku looked at Shisui's closed eyes and changed the subject again, asking, "Let's not talk about that for now. The crime scene is in the dark area, and we are just cooperating in the investigation and search. But, more importantly, how did your eye transplant surgery a few days ago go?"

Upon hearing Fugaku's words of condolence, Shisui nodded.

"The transplant was quite successful. I estimate that in another two or three days, he will be just like a normal person. Chieftain, you don't need to worry too much."

Hearing Shisui's answer, Fugaku was relieved. After the Nine-Tails' attack, Shisui had been unhappy, and even Itachi couldn't do anything about it. This made Fugaku very worried about whether the loss of his sister and Sharingan would cause any psychological distortion or trauma to Shisui.

In retrospect, he had worried too much. Shisui was still the same Shisui, loving his family and village. He truly was a descendant of Kagami-senpai.

What Fugaku didn't know was that Shisui was happy today because Shisui had returned. Although she might not stay for long, it was enough; at least she wouldn't forget her older brother.

……

Amegakure Village…

Kakuzu, who had already returned to the organization, had stored the remaining money from the commission in one of the organization's underground vaults.

Konan checked several boxes on Kakuzu's ledger. Although Kakuzu was officially the organization's financial manager, in reality, many of the money's deposits and expenditures still required Konan's review and approval.

This is also what Nagato feared: that one day Kakuzu might have a conflict with members of other organizations and run away with the organization's money. If that didn't happen, all would be well; but if it did, the Akatsuki organization might not be far from bankruptcy.

After returning the ledger to Kakuzu, Konan glanced at the empty space around him and asked, "Didn't Yuki come back with you?"

"Are you talking about that brat who teamed up with me? Hmph, seems to have found something boring to do on his own during the mission and went off to play. He probably won't be back for a few days." Kakuzu waved his hand and put the ledger into his sleeve.

He was about to reach his limit with this lazy brat who never did any work. He was determined to suggest to the leader that they replace him with a different teammate, preferably someone who was quiet, not greedy, liked to work, and could fight. This would save him a lot of trouble.

……

Chapter 114, A Chance Encounter at the Ramen Shop

Zhi Xue explored and learned Wood Release in the training ground, fusing Water Release and Earth Release chakra. Although she could unleash Wood Release with abundant life force, the range was still somewhat difficult to control. She might need to gradually become more familiar with Wood Doll and Wood Dragon before she could unleash them.

"Wood Release: Descent of the Sea of ​​Trees!" Zhi Xue formed hand seals one by one according to the seals drawn on the Wood Release scroll, and then clapped her hands together. Suddenly, the barren ground around her was surrounded by a green expanse. The surging trees emitted a verdant light that spread across the ground, and in less than half a breath, they grew into a towering forest.

Even the lightning-fast Raikage was entangled under numerous large trees by the terrain created by Wood Release, losing his ability to fight.

Ding! Congratulations, host, for defeating the Kage-level powerhouse, the Fourth Raikage.

Zhi Xue looked at the forest she had created around her, wiped the blood from her waist. Although the wound had healed completely, she could still feel waves of pain.

"Lightning Release really is the nemesis of Water Transformation Technique. But will my body develop muscle memory from training here?"

Ding! Please rest assured, host, everything you learn during training here will be clearly recorded in your body.

Hearing the system's explanation, Zhi Xue nodded and left the training ground.

Waking up in bed, Zhixue felt a sharp pain in her lower abdomen, as if muffled thunder was exploding inside, which made her want to go back to training.

"Hmm, never mind, I'm not going back yet. I'm a little hungry, I'll go find something to eat first. Later, I'll leave the Thunder God Sword with Sasuke, and then I'll browse the system shop to see if there's anything I can give my brother."

Zhi Xue walked out of her room wearing slippers, opened the refrigerator, looked at the few bottles of drinks on the top shelf, wiped the drool from the corner of her mouth, hesitated for a moment but still didn't reach out to take them.

If I drink it now, I'll probably suffer tonight. I should restrain myself and wait until my period is over before drinking it.

Zhi Xue closed the refrigerator, used her transformation magic to slightly modify her appearance, then took a black trench coat from the wardrobe and put it on. Her figure instantly disappeared from the spot.

"Uncle Ichiraku, give me a bowl of miso ramen, and please remember, not spicy."

"Okay." Ichiraku, standing in the store, was taken aback when he saw a strange girl walk in after lifting the curtain, but he still greeted her warmly, put the drinks on the table, and went to the kitchen to make ramen.