Konoha: This Uchiha is extremely sneaky

Chapter 510 Trade Zone

Noon the next day.

In the Konoha training ground, two figures, one in gold and one in black, were flying around a green figure.

Behind them, a girl with long pink hair watched the two engaged in fierce combat.

He looked at the kunai in his hand and was internally ranting.

"Sasuke is one thing, but how come Naruto is so strong too? He usually can't even use a simple clone jutsu properly~"

Naruto's life these past few years has been pretty good.

He has a loving mother and a childhood sweetheart with whom he grew up.

Whenever Jiraiya had free time, he would visit him and Kushina, and inexplicably Karin also appeared.

They are not lacking in family affection.

There's no reason for him to act silly in class; aside from being a bit mischievous, he doesn't have any major flaws. As for licking Sakura's boots... that simply doesn't exist.

However, his control over chakra is somewhat unsatisfactory.

However, Kushina's teachings also made him realize that there was an uninvited guest inside his body.

Because of its influence, he is unable to control his chakra freely, but he is already trying to make up for this shortcoming.

Sasuke has had a good life these past few years. The night of the massacre of his clan did not happen, and he has both parents, allowing him to have a happy childhood.

The only drawback is that his eldest brother is very low-key in the family because he did something wrong a few years ago.

This prevented him from showing off his older brother to his fellow tribesmen.

The only thing that hasn't changed is Sakura's gaze towards Sasuke; it's still as adoring as it was in the original story.

"Sasuke, I'll take the lead!"

With a loud shout, Naruto crossed his hands to form a hand seal.

"Multiple Shadow Clone Technique"

This ninjutsu was a secret technique that he had pestered the perverted sage for a long time before the sage taught him on his birthday last year.

The moment he tried it, he felt as if this ninjutsu was specially prepared for him. This time, he was determined to make Kakashi suffer.

"Oh, you've already learned this trick?"

"Simple tactics, but... very effective!"

Seeing the figures that had completely surrounded him, Kakashi pulled his right arm out of his pocket and became a little more serious.

'These two don't usually get along, but they do cooperate to some extent.'

His gaze swept over Naruto and Sasuke, then turned to the girl behind him, who looked somewhat lost, and he couldn't help but sigh.

Compared to those two, Sakura is still far behind.

"Idiot, that was too much!"

Just as Kakashi was about to defeat the shadow clone by dodging its attack, a series of shuriken whistling through the air rang out.

At the same time, four or five Narutos crept up behind him, trying to restrict his movements from behind.

Bang!

A white night dispersed.

"Sasuke, and Naruto, you two went way too far!"

Sakura was stunned by what she saw.

"You've all killed our teachers, how are we supposed to graduate?"

"Don't worry, Sakura, Kakashi isn't that easy to deal with."

All the shadow clones turned around, gave Sakura a bright smile, and left her with a reassuring look.

As Naruto finished speaking, the smoke dissipated, and Kakashi was nowhere to be seen. He was just a substitute wooden stake riddled with shuriken.

"Idiot, don't get distracted!"

Sasuke seemed to have discovered something, and looking anxious, he loudly warned Naruto to be careful.

However, it was all too late.

"Earth Release: Decapitation Technique of the Heart"

Just as Naruto turned his head, an arm reached out from the ground and grabbed one of Naruto's calves.

"Sigh~"

With a gasp, before Naruto could even react, a dizzying spin left only his head on the ground.

As for the shadow clones, they were all dispelled when he was hit.

"Hey, get your attention..."

Just as Kakashi was about to give him a lecture, rows of fireballs the size of soccer balls attacked him.

"Fire Release: Red Balsam Flower Claw"

Unfortunately, if the opponent is another special Jonin, or even a Jonin, Sasuke's ninjutsu can be quite effective.

However, he encountered Kakashi.

Whoosh whoosh!

He threw out a row of kunai, deflecting the incoming fireballs, and Kakashi himself took a few steps to stand in front of Sasuke.

"How could that be?"

Surprised that his opponent had broken his ninjutsu with such a simple method, before Sasuke could react, Kakashi appeared in front of him.

"Don't underestimate me!"

Sakura, who had been playing a minor role, finally snapped when she saw her crush in danger.

However… it was just a few shuriken attacks, and Kakashi blocked them with just one hand.

Sasuke, having gained a brief respite, immediately launched a counterattack, once again engaging Kakashi in combat, while Sakura seized the opportunity to rescue Naruto.

The three of them engaged in another fierce battle with Kakashi.

Even Sakura would occasionally team up with Naruto and Sasuke to throw a few shuriken at Kakashi.

They seemed somewhat cooperative.

However, their cooperation was barely enough for Kakashi, an elite Jonin.

After a long while, in the center of the training ground, one person was tied to a tree stump. The other two were panting heavily, looking completely exhausted.

Next comes the scene from the original work where Kakashi tests the three of them.

The only unexpected thing was that the person tied to the wooden stake was Sakura, one of the three.

Over the years, Naruto has received meticulous guidance from Kushina and has had frequent contact with Kakashi and Jiraiya, so he has gained some perspective.

Although he still retains his impulsive nature, his abilities have improved significantly.

Naturally, he wasn't tied to the tree stump by Kakashi.

……

Northwest of Konoha, near the border with the Land of Rain.

Jiraiya, cloaked in a cape, stood on a high ground, looked up at the dark clouds in the sky, and then looked down at his achievements over the years.

His eyes were filled with a look of satisfaction.

As the raindrops slid off the cloak, a splash of crimson color appeared as they dripped down.

Although it was still raining, the bustling market below was still teeming with people.

Merchants haggling in twos and threes, ninjas guarding their employers warily, or commoners holding awnings to shelter their goods from the wind and rain.

They were all oblivious to the rain falling from the sky and were extremely busy.

"All these years of hard work have finally paid off!"

The Land of Rain occupies a unique position, connecting the wind, earth, grass, and waterfall, making it arguably the center of the entire ninja continent.

If Konoha wants to engage in international trade, it naturally cannot avoid the Land of Rain.

"Lord Jiraiya, the aftermath has been taken care of!"

Without turning his head, Jiraiya's gaze remained fixed on the market.

He could sense that over the years, with the development of trade zones in various places, the previously somewhat stiff atmosphere between countries had gradually begun to soften.

The tensions between nations seem to have subsided considerably.

This owes a great deal to the businessmen below, who of course also benefited greatly.

When the trade zone was first established, the merchants who received the news were all incredibly excited.

Those who were less daring would bring their own goods or money, hire local ninjas, and come to the trading zone to make a fortune.

Many bolder individuals even used the trade zone to hire ninjas from other countries to sell their goods, making a fortune in the process.

For example, in this trading area, you can find seafood from the Land of Water, exquisite items from the Land of Wind, mountain products from the Land of Thunder, and so on. Goods from various countries are everywhere.

Behind these people are ordinary civilians who either grow their own crops, harvest from the mountains and forests, or fish in the rivers and seas, reaping their own rewards.

The war seemed to have been forgotten by everyone; all that filled their minds was making money.

"Have you figured out where those people came from?"

With the influx of merchants and their goods, chaos was inevitable.

Scammers, thieves, robbers, scoundrels, and all sorts of other kinds of people are commonplace here.

"It's 'those people,' the ninjas hired from the Ninja Village at high prices."

"This is never going to end!"

Jiraiya chuckled, slightly annoyed.

The so-called "those people" are naturally those whose interests have been harmed because of the trade zone.

These people are not simple individuals; a large portion of them are nobles from various countries who utilize their status and geographical location.

Engaged in smuggling trade between countries.

This trade zone has effectively cut off their source of income, which they cannot tolerate.

From time to time, he would command his samurai, ninjas, or ninja clans from the hired ninja villages to attack the trading districts or the merchants who came to trade.

"Is there any solid evidence?"

Turning his head, Jiraiya looked at the ninja who had come to report.

"No!"

"These people are very skilled; they left no trace whatsoever. We were able to determine who did it from the clues they left behind."

"Tsk!"

He smacked his lips, feeling a bit of a headache.

These people have sensitive identities. Although they have great strength, there is no way to kill them directly.

At first, they killed a few unruly nobles, but these people quickly learned their lesson and became much more discreet.

"Thank you for your hard work, Kisame!"

"After this attack, they should behave themselves a lot, as should those clueless ninja villages."

Even if someone desperately wants money, they'll carefully consider the consequences of doing so!

Looking at the tall man and glancing at the weapon on his back, Jiraiya did not dislike him because of his terrifying appearance.

He's a meticulous guy, an excellent ninja, especially with that ninja sword.

"These are just requirements of the mission!"

Kisame is very satisfied with his current job.

Unlike before, I no longer need to stab my comrades with my ninja sword.

Moreover, watching this trading area gradually develop, the village and the Water Kingdom sell their goods here.

He was also very satisfied that the ordinary people in the Water Country and the village were gradually getting better.

It seems that he has found the meaning of his life.

(End of this chapter)