Naruto: Random Flying Thunder God Technique? Intercepting the Dark-Dark Fruit

He considered the other person both his best friend and his rival.

He pays close attention to whenever the other person shows improvement and tries his best to catch up.

It was through this competitive rivalry that they graduated from the Ninja Academy together and rose through the ranks to become Jonin.

Such a deep friendship naturally made him value it.

Minato shrugged helplessly and turned to leave. Sometimes he couldn't understand his friend's thought process.

……

Inside the house, Shiranui Sho realized what had happened as she closed the door and returned to the dining table.

Having known each other for so many years, how could he not understand Minato Namikaze's orientation?

Although he was never seen getting close to any girls, he secretly collected adult magazines published in Konoha, which were full of hot girls.

As a good brother, he simply saw through it but chose not to say anything.

It's estimated that Minato doesn't know yet, but Jiraiya and he already knew this little secret.

Sigh, Minato, you're still too young.

After thinking it through, Minato's words just now had a reasonable explanation.

Just as he regarded Minato as a "rival" and a "formidable enemy" to be caught up with, Minato should have felt the same way about him.

Shiranui Sho then looked at Kushina sitting at the dining table.

The girl was clearly drooling over the ramen in front of her, but she still waited for him to come back so they could eat together.

Only then did Shiranui Sho vaguely recall what had happened.

In the original work, Minato Namikaze and Kushina Uzumaki were not very familiar with each other during their time at the Ninja Academy, and their relationship changed during the kidnapping incident at Kumogakure.

Minato, who may have developed feelings for Kushina during his time at the Ninja Academy, focused his attention on training and competition because of the presence of Shiranui Sho.

The process of rescuing Kushina from the Cloud Village was also completely different from the original story due to the appearance of Shiranui Sho.

This tiny butterfly of his has already begun to stir up a storm in the ninja world.

"Let's get started, Xiao!"

After spending some time together, Kushina seemed to have grown closer to Shiranui Sho, and quietly changed how she addressed him, no longer calling him "classmate".

"Okay, let's eat!"

Shiranui Xiao sat down, her gaze, filled with a smile, meeting the girl's eyes, which seemed to sparkle like stars.

Then, the conversation stopped temporarily, and the two of them slurped noodles in hushed tones.

Soon after, the two put down their chopsticks at the same time, and looked at each other with smiles in their eyes.

But for some reason, Kushina Uzumaki suddenly lowered her head again.

Her fair cheeks and cute little ears flushed crimson, and her gaze involuntarily shifted away.

"Leave the dishwashing to me."

Shiranui Sho smiled as she put away the bowls and chopsticks and then went into the kitchen.

This will minimize the lingering smell of ramen indoors.

"Um……"

On the sofa, Kushina Uzumaki stared blankly at the tall, straight back of the man washing dishes in the kitchen, lost in thought.

Not long after, Shiranui Sho finished washing the dishes.

They chatted for a while about the fun times they had at the ninja academy, which brought them closer together.

It was getting late. Kushina picked up her empty vegetable basket, got up, and waved goodbye.

Chapter 23 "Wolf", The Dark Side's Invitation

Time flies like an arrow, and another week has passed in the blink of an eye.

During this time, Shiranui Sho did not actively accept any more missions, but instead lived a simple life between two points.

From home to the training ground, and then from the training ground back home.

Over the past week, his Dark-Dark Fruit abilities have improved considerably, with both his control and power increasing.

Unfortunately, the Flying Thunder God Technique is still not very stable. The first time he is teleported to a location that deviates from the mark, the second time he can successfully land.

As for how to trigger the Flying Thunder God Technique to travel to other worlds like last time, Shiranui Sho hasn't figured it out yet.

Fortunately, after he seized the Dark Fruit last time, he left the Flying Thunder God Technique in a relatively hidden location, so he was able to use it in the sea.

However, there is no need to go back to that world again in the short term.

Finally, on this day, just as he finished warming up on the training field...

A white-haired ANBU ninja wearing an animal mask appeared in front of him, with an upright posture and calm gaze.

As this figure arrived, Shiranui Sho stopped what she was doing and silently met her gaze.

The iconic uniform of Konoha's ANBU ninjas is a gray-white vest and animal masks with various patterns.

Compared to the green vests of ordinary ninjas, Xiao prefers the cool and imposing gray-white vest from an aesthetic point of view.

Of course, the difference in color is also related to the different scenarios in which they are applicable.

Ordinary ninjas fight more frequently in forests and fields, and green helps them blend into the environment.

The ANBU ninjas, hidden in the darkness, naturally had even less noticeable gray-white attire.

The ANBU ninja who appeared before Shiranui Sho was not only striking for his distinctive attire, but also for his demeanor.

Just by making eye contact with it, Shiranui Sho felt an extremely sharp and terrifying aura, like a blade drawn from its sheath.

With such sharp charisma and that rare white hair, a name had already surfaced in Xiao's mind.

"I am 'Wolf,' and I am here on the orders of the Hokage to invite you to join the Anbu."

The white-haired dark-skinned man spoke each word clearly.

……

The Konoha Anbu base is hidden deep beneath the Hokage Building.

Led by "Wolf", they entered the base through a secret passage, and the first thing they saw was the smooth, polished rock wall.

There is a light every ten meters in the corridor, which provides some illumination while leaving most of the space in shadow.

The lights were a cold, somber white, subtly conveying a sense of menace.

After bringing Shiranui Sou to the Anbu base, "Wolf" immediately led him to a secluded and quiet dark room.

Click—

The lights were turned on, and the cool white light illuminated everything in the room before Shiranui Sho's eyes.

His dark eyes swept around, taking in the entire scene in the dark room.

The darkroom was lined with neatly arranged shelves along the walls on both sides, dividing the space into relatively clear areas.

On the first shelf against the wall, various animal masks are displayed in sequence, their contours shifting in and out of light in the dim light.

Next to the mask, gray-white vests in the style of the Dark faction were neatly stacked according to different sizes.

Looking further in, there are rows of horizontal samurai swords, their blades dark and somber, all facing the same side.

The wolf stood still and said in a calm tone, "Pick a mask you like, a vest that fits well, and a handy knife."

"it is good."

After nodding, Shiranui Xiao did not say anything more, and went to the rows of shelves to start picking.

First, the mask.

The masks on this shelf are all animal-themed, mainly cat faces, fox faces, monkey faces, bird beaks, etc., but there are also differences in the patterns on the masks of the same animal.

His gaze swept over the various masks, and finally Shiranui Sho reached out and removed one of them.

The mask is shaped like an eagle's beak and is mostly white like other masks, but it is decorated with dark purple flame patterns in the center of the forehead.

The mask caught his attention at first glance.

After choosing the mask, the remaining vests and samurai swords are all of the same style; you just need to choose the ones that fit well and are comfortable in your hand according to the size.

As for the katana, Shiranui Sou was only at the level of being able to use it but not being good at it.

The reason why ANBU ninjas are equipped with the same weapons is to reduce the traces of their personal characteristics when they move around.

"If you've made your choice, then come with me."

Seeing that Shiranui Sho had neatly and efficiently put on her mask and vest, and then slung her katana over her back, "Wolf" nodded slightly.

"Wait a mininute."

Instead of moving immediately, Shiranui Sho stood still and tentatively stretched her right hand behind her back.

He gripped the hilt and yanked it out, a flash of cold light appearing!

Then, following the trajectory of drawing the sword, he sheathed it again, instantly concealing its sharpness.

The wolf was puzzled, and after hesitating for a moment, it couldn't help but ask, "...What are you doing?"

"I'm worried that if I can't draw this sword during a fight, then it'll be useless."

Shiranui Sou's voice came from behind the hawk-beak mask.

Sometimes, because the sword is too long, it is difficult to draw it in an emergency.

This event is also recorded in "Jing Ke's Assassination of Qin".

In addition, Xiao also remembered that in his previous life, someone tried to pull the sword out from behind their back while cosplaying as Link from The Legend of Zelda, but could not pull it out no matter what they did.

After a few seconds of silence, "Wolf" replied, "The swords of the Dark Division are specially designed. As long as the length does not exceed the corresponding specifications for height, this situation generally will not occur."

Then, he turned and walked out of the dark room.

Behind him, Shiranui Sho asked in confusion, "By the way, don't I need to take a code name for the Anbu as well?"

Members of the secret service do not reveal their real names; their names and other personal information are kept secret from outsiders.

The wolf didn't turn around; its voice came from ahead: "Code name? Let's think about it after you pass the Dark Division's test."

Shiranui Xiao was stunned.

I'm shivering with anger. How could I, a Konoha Jonin, a veteran of countless battles, and handpicked by the Hokage, not be guaranteed a spot?

He lamented the decline of morality and his own lack of recognition for his talents, and quickly followed in the footsteps of the "wolf".

After leaving the dark room, we returned to the gloomy and cold corridor.

The two walked silently through the narrow corridor. "Wolf" pushed open a door at the end, and the view suddenly opened up.

The large, circular training field is predominantly dark gray-black, and staying there for too long can even create a feeling of oppression.

Two tall figures stood side by side, casting scrutinizing glances the moment the door was pushed open.

Both were ANBU ninjas, and both were adult males.

One of them had purple, tousled hair and wore a cat-face mask. Although his aura was slightly less imposing than "Wolf's," he was equally sharp and piercing, like a sword drawn from its sheath.

The other person had short black hair and wore a red bird-beak mask with patterns on his face, giving him a slightly gloomy appearance.

"Moon, Wharf, this is the new recruit participating in today's Dark Division assessment. Which of you will come forward?"

After bringing Shiranui Sho to the two of them, "Wolf" asked.

Just as the purple-haired ANBU ninja codenamed "Moon" was about to speak, the black-haired ANBU ninja codenamed "Wagyu" stepped forward first.

Chapter 24 Investigation of the Dark Division

"Captain, let me do it."

The voice of "Eagle" was cold and calm, revealing no emotion. Its scrutinizing gaze lingered on Shiranui Sho, as if trying to see through the mask to get to the bottom of things.

Shiranui Sho frowned slightly, as he keenly sensed a deep-seated hostility hidden beneath that scrutinizing gaze.

He racked his brains but couldn't recall ever offending someone with such characteristics.