I, who just wanted to be lazy, was forced to become the Hokage.

Chapter 106 Suspicious Points Regarding Orochimaru's Research!

It was dark and the roads were slippery, so everyone went home.

After agreeing on a time and place to meet tomorrow, the group dispersed.

Nara Rinka summoned a shadow creature, sat on its back, and slowly flew towards Kikyo Castle outside Konoha Village.

Halfway through.

Nara Rinka examined the effects of the newly acquired [Smoke Clone Technique].

"A D-rank clone technique?"

The two most widely circulated types of clone techniques in the ninja world.

The first is the most basic formless [cloning technique];

One is the physical form of the Shadow Clones developed by Tobirama Senju.

Besides these two, there are a large number of other types of clones in the ninja world, in all shapes and sizes.

We will not discuss the special clone techniques mastered by other ninjas for the time being.

Nara Rinka's own ability to create clones, aside from the [Clone Technique] and [Shadow Clone], is limited to these.

There is also the [Ink Clone], developed based on the [Super Beast Imitation Painting];

In addition, there are three techniques developed based on the Shadow Secret Technique: Shadow Personification Technique and Shadow Clone Technique.

"I never expected that there would be another type of clone technique now."

Nara Rinka gazed at the effect of the D-rank technique [Smoke Clone Technique] on the panel.

"And it's actually a special clone technique developed based on bloodline limits!"

Nara Rinka does possess the ability to unlock techniques within the bloodline limit range from the [Ninja Scrolls].

However, as is well known, bloodline limits have a very strong repulsive effect on ordinary ninjas.

If it were merely a kekkei genkai of the escape technique type, Nara Rinkei might be able to figure out its specific usage methods through his own learning and research abilities.

For example, the previous [Burning Escape - Over-Steam Kill].

However, he has none of the physical-type bloodline limits.

"Well, not entirely. For example, the Bagua Empty Palm technique..."

Nara Rinka was examining the contents of the scroll containing the "Smoke Clone Technique".

"The Ibri clan's Smoke Release is like both a physical ability and a escaping technique, almost like a bloodline limit version of the Hozuki clan."

"According to general escaping techniques, bloodline limits are all based on the fusion of two different types of chakra."

"So, what exactly is this 'smoke' nature based on, and which two chakra natures was it developed from?"

"In terms of specific usage effects, it seems to be unrelated to the two chakra natures of lightning and fire."

"So it's... two of the three elements: wind, water, and earth?"

Nara Rinkei didn't have high hopes for the D-rank [Ninja Scroll], but unexpectedly it revealed a bloodline limit ability formula, which was a pleasant surprise.

Unfortunately.

Nara Rinka is not a ninja of the Ibri clan and does not understand the Ibri clan's methods of manipulating "Smoke Release".

He couldn't forcibly bring back a research subject from the Ibri clan like he did with Yekura.

Research on the "Smoke Clone Technique" has to be temporarily suspended.

Nara Rinka's focus shifted to another matter.

Hiruzen Sarutobi knew about Orochimaru's connection with the Ibri clan and also knew about Orochimaru's plan to study the Ibri clan's bloodline limit abilities.

The Third Hokage's initial idea was probably quite simple.

If Orochimaru's research is successful, it will be able to add a bloodline limit to Konoha's resources.

If Orochimaru's research fails, Konoha will basically not have to pay any price.

however……

"In the end, Hiruzen Sarutobi still didn't have a clear and profound understanding of his disciple."

Although Orochimaru is still one of Konoha's Legendary Sannin, not the S-rank rogue ninja he later became.

But in Nara Rinka's eyes, is Orochimaru Uncle, Aunt, or Mother Snake...?

None of that matters.

That guy is a complete research fanatic!

"When Ibrix Yukimi took her younger brother to see Orochimaru, it was like a lamb offering itself up to a big bad wolf, eagerly waiting to be devoured..."

In this D-rank mission, which was originally intended as a practice exercise, Nara Rinka discovered quite a few suspicious points.

For example, where did Orochimaru learn of the existence of the Ibri clan?

Who was the middleman who connected Orochimaru with the Ibri clan?

Just how far has Orochimaru gone in his research on the Ibri clan?

What is Orochimaru's ultimate goal in researching the Ibri clan...?

"The Ibri clan, bloodline limit, Tenzo... Root, Yamato, Wood Release?"

A jumble of thoughts flooded Nara Rinka's mind.

Even after returning to the Kikyo Orphanage.

Even Nara Langui couldn't come up with an accurate judgment.

After all, the claim that "Orochimaru used the Ibri clan's Smoke Release to deepen his research on Wood Release" is utterly absurd...

Kikyo Orphanage.

After a busy day, Master Nara sat down at the dining table, waiting for his older sister to feed him.

"Here you go, Lan Gui."

Yakushi Nonou handed a black clay doll to Nara Rinkei.

"What is this?"

Nara Rinka extended her right thumb and forefinger, pinched the body part of the unidentified creature that could probably be called its "neck," and gently shook it.

"This is a gift from Kabuto to you."

Yakushi Nonou suppressed a laugh and said in a serious tone.

"According to Kabuto, this is a doll he sculpted based on your image."

"You're saying this is me?"

Nara Rinkazu's lips twitched, and he shook the humanoid doll in his hand vigorously. Although it was said to be human, it was actually more like the "No-Face" from another world.

I said he's not me!

"Nonou-nee, are you sure Kabuto got a new pair of glasses with the correct prescription today?"

"I'm very sure."

Yakushi Nonou nodded and chuckled.

"A pair of silver-rimmed rectangular glasses that are roughly the same style as your sunglasses will cost 2234 taels."

"Forget it, what adult would argue with a child?"

Considering Yakushi Kabuto's good intentions, Nara Rinkei did not throw away the clay doll in her hand, but placed it on the windowsill of the room.

"By the way, Nonou-nee-san, have you done what I asked you to do before?"

"I have already used [Super Beast Imitation Drawing] to convey your situation to Mr. Miyajo En."

Yakushi Nonou and Nara Ranka squeezed together by the pool, each washing the other's hands and lathering them with soap.

"Mr. Miyajo En said he would discuss this with you in person when he comes to Konoha next time."

"That's good, but I hope he can come to Konoha soon."

Nara Lan Gui gently wrapped her arms around Yakushi Nonou's waist and buried her head in replenishing her mana.

"Nonou-nee, I really wish we could only do four things together every day: three meals a day."

……

In the following days.

Nara Rinka and his team took on many miscellaneous D-rank missions to improve their tactical coordination.

Although these D-level missions are not difficult and are quite tedious.

Fortunately, none of them are jobs like "taking care of children", "catching pets", or "growing potatoes".

Each D-rank mission that Nara Rinka's team receives is basically a corresponding skill of one of the team members.

For example, in the previous "Find the Child" mission.

It was Hyuga Rei's Byakugan that played a very important role in his long-range observation ability.

Through these few days of low-level tasks.

Nara also obtained several D-rank [Ninja Scrolls].

It's just a pity.

Perhaps it's because these D-rank missions no longer involve special bloodline limit families like the Ibri clan.

The contents of the [Ninja Scroll] opened by Nara Rinka are quite unsatisfactory.

D-rank physical technique [Leaf Whirlwind], a spinning high kick;

D-rank taijutsu [Leaf Gale], a spinning low kick.

Nara Rankei didn't know why the "roundhouse kick" could be divided into two types, and even classified as a D-rank martial art...

But at least these two physical skills are not the lowest quality rewards.

On one occasion, Nara Rinka even found 500 taels of cash in a D-grade scroll.

Five hundred taels, in cash...

Nara Rankei strongly suspects that he is currently experiencing a period of bad luck.

But he had no evidence.

And later on, they actually produced a decent D-level surgical technique.

[Rank D Spell: Immobilization Spell/Golden Binding Spell]

[Spell Description: A low-level illusion that binds the body with an invisible force]

[Technique Description: By consuming one's own Yin Release chakra, it's like using an invisible steel cable to restrain the opponent's body, limiting their ability to move. The strength of the restraint varies depending on the caster and the amount of chakra invested.]

[Surgery Evaluation: Huh? Stand still!]

In terms of specific effects.

The 【Immobilization Technique】 is not much different from the 【Shadow Binding Technique】 passed down in Nara Rinkei's own family.

However, the latter needs to be launched through the medium of "shadow".

The former, however, only requires a "stare" to use.

Therefore, Nara Rinkei was quite satisfied with this D-rank illusion technique, "Golden Binding Technique".

On this day, a sizable caravan slowly approached Konoha.

After meeting with his various partners and trading associates, the caravan owner took some time to meet his true target in a secluded teahouse in the village.

"It seems your caravan business has been developing at an astonishing pace recently."

Nara Rinkei sat on the soft tatami mat in the tea room, propping his chin up and lazily watching the caravan owner walk in.

"Miyuki En".

"Without the support and guarantee of the Nara clan, it would have taken me at least three more years to develop the caravan to its current size."

Miyajo En walked into the tea room with a smile and sat down opposite Nara Rinka.

"Nara-kun, you've really had a tough time..."

"This is the first time we've met since that day, isn't it?"

"That's true."

Nara Rinka sized up Miyajo En.

"I thought you would ask about Chino's situation first."

"I'm not Chino's father anymore."

Miya Shiro adjusted his glasses, the light reflected from the lenses obscuring his gaze.

"You are her father now, Nara-kun."

This topic triggered Nara Rangsei's silence.

He had absolutely no idea how to respond to these words from Chino's biological father.

"I really can't understand your thinking..."

Nara Rinka let out a sigh of relief and decided to skip the topic altogether.

Let's get down to business!

"I need your help to build a small-scale underground research base in Kikyo City."

"Research base?"

Miya Shiro raised his eyelids and looked at Nara Ranka sitting opposite him, a strange light flashing in his eyes.

"Nara-kun, what you want to study isn't the Blood Dragon Eye, is it?"

"If you've done any research on me, you'll know that I've recently joined a team."

Nara Rinka responded very calmly.

"The most talented Chunin of the Uchiha clan in this generation is in my team."

"As for the difference between the Sharingan and the Blood Dragon Eye... I think I don't need to elaborate, right?"

A sentence that Nara Kano had once said suddenly flashed through Miyajo En's mind.

"Does Konoha... have a better option?"

"In short, believe it or not, I have no interest in the Blood Dragon Eye of the Blood Pool Clan."

Nara Rinka tapped on the table.

"The reason I commissioned you is simply because you are the most professional real estate businessman I know, and you have the means and authority to help me build a research base in Kikyo City."

"Okay, I'll accept this commission."

Miyajo En nodded in response.

"But I have a question... Why didn't you ask Chief Nara Kano of this matter?"

"because……"

Nara Rinka sighed.

"The sight of the Nara clan working so hard is truly captivating."

Regarding the [Immobilization Spell] that appears in this chapter.

This is a D-rank ninjutsu that appeared early in the manga. (Volume 7, Chapter 57)

During the Chunin Exams, several ANBU ninjas used the "Immobilization Technique" to restrict the movements of a tiger in the Forest of Death.

Additionally, this D-rank ninjutsu, "Immobilization Technique," is also translated as "Golden Binding Technique."

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However, at the same time, in the middle of the manga (volume 38, chapter 345).

When Itachi Uchiha met Orochimaru.

Orochimaru was pinned to the spot by Itachi Uchiha's [Golden Binding Technique], then was followed up with [Illusory Shackle Technique], and finally had his hand severed by a kunai.

The "Golden Binding Technique" that appears here is another illusion.

At least in Orochimaru's eyes, this was a [genjutsu].

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One in front of the other.

One is a ninjutsu, the other is a genjutsu.

They all have the same name...

Ashin simply combined the two into one.

【Golden Binding Technique】 is the same as 【Golden Binding Illusion Technique】, which is a Yin Escape and Immobilization Illusion Technique.

This can be considered a dual premise.

Second update.

The third update will be later.

(End of this chapter)