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

Chapter 136 Unruly and Unrestrained, the Ink-Stained Beast! (Fourth update, 1.4 words, requesting monthly votes)

The prescient Nara Rinka knew very well the talent and strength represented by the name "Uchiha Shisui".

Orochimaru's deliberate targeting will not actually harm Uchiha Shisui; it will only accelerate his power increase.

In addition, Hinata Rei and Shizune each have their own "professional missions" and will basically not get involved in the front line of the battlefield.

Nara Rangkei was very confident in the safety of his three team members.

"From this perspective..."

Nara Rinka's [shadow creature] flew northeast towards the Land of Grass, the direction leading to the Land of Waterfalls, far from the front lines of the battle between Konoha and Iwagakure.

"Orochimaru, he's actually a pretty nice guy!"

For Nara Rinkazu, what he currently lacks most is sufficient research time.

Due to his status, Nara Rinka had no choice but to go to the battlefield and carry out missions with his teammates.

However, it was precisely because he spent so much time working with his teammates that Nara Ranke was unable to fully dedicate himself to his own experiments.

Although various types of [Ninja Scrolls] can be obtained through numerous missions.

However, my recent experience has already proven one point well.

As Nara Ranke's strength continued to improve, the usual C-rank and B-rank [Ninja Scrolls] were basically no longer of much use to him.

No matter how many Earth Release ninjutsu there are.

Isn't it just the difference between "small clods" and "large clods"?

What Nara Rinka truly needs are those special techniques, such as the [Bloodline Limit Technique], and the various "Flying Earth Release" techniques of the Third Tsuchikage.

However, such tasks are rarely involved in regular missions.

This is quite troublesome.

Nara Rinkazu's original plan was to seize the spare moments on the battlefield to slowly improve his research progress, which is why he always slacked off during the "starvation" missions.

But unexpectedly, Orochimaru gave him a "long vacation" this time!

[Level C Mission: Reconnaissance]

"Such a long-term mission, which only requires periodically gathering intelligence and sending it back... isn't this the perfect mission to slack off?"

Nara Rinka controlled the [Shadow Creature] and landed it near an uninhabited waterfall on the border of the Land of Waterfalls.

After confirming that there were very few traces of human activity in the surrounding area.

Nara Rinkazu formed a hand seal and pressed it against the ground around him.

"Earth Release: Earthquake Core!"

A rumbling sound came from the earth, and then a huge space sank down.

Generally speaking, the effects of ninjutsu do not last very long.

For example, the flames released by Fire Release and the lightning released by Lightning Release basically dissipate on the spot after they are released.

However, the effects of ninjutsu will dissipate when chakra is depleted, but its real-world impact will remain.

The most prominent example is Hashirama Senju's Wood Release.

To this day, no one knows how much the First Hokage contributed to the afforestation efforts in the Land of Fire.

Another example is earth escape.

Earth Release is basically about using earth-based chakra to interfere with and manipulate the earth.

Most earth-based techniques can maintain their effects for a long time.

The crater created by Nara Rinka at this time will continue to exist unless affected by external forces.

But his goal was clearly not just to create a hole.

Nara Rinka leaped into the underground space and formed hand seals once more.

"Earth Release: Iwaya no Jutsu!"

rumble--

Once again, a series of booming sounds rang out.

A simple rock house appeared in the pit.

Nara Rangsuke also placed some concealment on the top of the rock house, making it difficult for outsiders to notice its existence.

In this way, a very simple temporary underground research institute was successfully completed!

"Let's continue our research plans in this underground research facility for the next period of time..."

Before Nara Rinka enters the underground, he doesn't forget to create another "shadow clone".

"The mission to gather intelligence on Iwagakure's rear is entrusted to you."

"You really know how to order people around."

The shadow clone, looking distressed, reluctantly retreated.

"I want to do my research indoors too!"

……

A week passed quickly.

The underground research institute on the border of the Land of Waterfalls.

Nara Rinka tidied up the items in the temporary research institute, and after confirming that nothing was missing, she left the institute.

Standing on the ground, he once again formed hand seals and released a ninjutsu towards the underground research institute below.

"Earth Release: Rock House Collapse!"

Boom!

Earth Release chakra easily destroyed the stable structure of the previously constructed underground rock house, utterly destroying it and restoring the earth to its original flat state.

Nara Rinka created a [shadow creature], then leisurely left the place and returned to the Konoha camp.

Inside the Konoha camp.

Nara Rinka, carrying the mission scroll and the intelligence scroll, walked unhurriedly toward the main tent of the camp.

"These are the location information of several rock-dwelling gathering points that I have discovered this week."

Nara Rinka handed both scrolls to Orochimaru and gave a formulaic report.

Please take a look.

With the flying ability of the [Shadow Creatures], a week is enough time for Nara Rinka to explore the entire Grass Country.

However, Orochimaru seemed completely unaware of Nara Ranke's laziness and slacking off.

"As expected of Nara-kun."

Orochimaru carefully put away the mission scroll, then flipped through the intelligence scroll again before returning it.

"Now, I'll trouble you to destroy these few hidden rock strongholds."

"Just as I thought!"

Nara Rinka had heard of similar mission requirements from Uchiha Shisui before, and knew that Orochimaru had considered assigning both the mission of "investigating supply points" and "destroying supply points" to their team.

At this moment, he heard the mission assignment from Orochimaru.

Nara Rinka didn't feel much surprise.

but……

"This intelligence scroll contains the location information for four Iwagakure supply points, but I haven't yet investigated the strength of the personnel there."

Nara Langui said bluntly.

"The mission to destroy these Rock Hidden Supply Points cannot be classified."

"That's settled then."

Orochimaru seemed to have anticipated this and presented a pre-prepared plan.

"As the highest commander of the Iwagakure front, I am issuing an S-rank mission to Nara-kun."

"Nara-kun, please search for the small-scale ninja units of Iwagakure scattered throughout the Land of Grass and destroy them completely if possible."

[An S-rank ninja quest has been detected!]

[S-Rank Mission: Guerrilla Warfare Behind Enemy Lines]

[Mission Objective: Search for and eliminate the small-scale ninja force of Iwagakure located within the Land of Grass]

[Mission Reward: One S-Rank Ninja Scroll]

Orochimaru and others...

Nara Rinka pursed her lips.

Orochimaru was completely unaware of the "surprise" he had caused Nara Rinka, only thinking that he was deliberately making things difficult for this lazy Nara boy and making him feel pain.

"Nara-kun, don't you think this task is a bit too difficult?"

Orochimaru licked his lips and said with a smile.

"Should I recall your three teammates from the front lines to help you complete this S-rank mission?"

"Speaking of which, Shisui-kun, who always follows your orders in your squad, has recently earned a resounding nickname on the front lines."

"Shunshen Shisui."

"No need."

Nara Rinka refused outright.

"I'll take on this task."

"I will send intelligence to the camp regularly from now on, barring any unforeseen circumstances."

Orochimaru didn't seem to care at all. "Then I congratulate Nara-kun in advance on the success of his mission."

After bidding farewell to Orochimaru, they replenished their supplies at the camp.

Nara Rinka manipulated the [Shadow Creature] and left immediately.

In mid-air, Nara Rinka calls out the control panel.

[A C-rank ninja quest scroll has been detected!]

[Rank C mission [Reconnaissance] completed!]

You have obtained a C-rank [Ninja Scroll]!

"So, that C-level mission is now complete..."

Nara Rinkazu unleashed this C-grade scroll without any expectations.

[Opening...]

[This C-rank ninja scroll includes: Techniques]

[Rank C Technique: Earth Release: Rock Cannon Technique]

[Technique Description: A rock is ejected from the mouth! With the force of a cannonball!]

[Technique Effect: Gathers earth-style chakra into the chakra points in the mouth, materializes it into rocks, and then fires them outwards. The size of the rocks depends on the amount of earth-style chakra injected.]

[Technique Evaluation: A clod of earth!]

"..."

Nara Rinka remained silent for a moment, then mechanically tugged at the corners of her mouth.

"But... there really is a technique for manipulating clods of earth!"

I simply closed the panel, out of sight, out of mind.

Nara Rinka recalled the S-rank mission she had just completed.

"I really don't know how to describe Orochimaru's actions... I always feel that this guy is an eyesore, but not as eyesore as I imagined."

Manipulating the [Shadow Creature], Nara Rinka went straight to a gathering point of rock hideouts that his [Shadow Clone] had previously scouted out.

After spending so many days studying in the underground research institute, it's time to come out and stretch my muscles!

A balance between work and rest is essential for improving efficiency.

Not long after.

Nara Rinka rode the [Shadow Creature] to the side of a steep river valley, making no attempt to conceal his intentions and boldly approaching downwards.

The Iwagakure ninja stationed at the logistics post immediately noticed the strange and unusual "black beast" and sent out a warning signal.

"An unfamiliar ninja is approaching!"

"Be on guard!"

"It seems to be the team led by that Shisui from before!"

Nara Rinka's previously composed expression stiffened slightly upon hearing these words.

"Uchiha Shisui, I'll remember this little score!"

Nara Rinkasa, facing the group of Iwagakure ninjas who remained here, raised his hands and fired jets of black bullets from his index fingers.

【Spiral Shadow Simulation】!

Each black bullet fired transforms into a shadow clone the moment it hits an enemy or touches a shadow.

In the blink of an eye, a large shadowy army descended upon this remote valley.

The Shadow Clone clones each wielded incredibly sharp shadow blades, as if holding razor-sharp knives, swiftly reaping the lives of the Iwagakure ninjas at this river valley supply point.

The group of Iwagakure ninjas were completely wiped out without any chance of resistance.

Not long after.

A loud roar erupted.

A dark, shadowy beast soared into the sky.

The Rock Hidden Supply Point, located here, has been completely reduced to ruins.

In the following months.

Nara Rangsei has consistently maintained this operational pattern.

They routinely set up temporary research bases in secluded corners and steadily advanced their research plans.

When the mood strikes, or when you want to vent your energy.

Nara Rinkachi then rode his [Shadow Creature], roaming every corner of the battlefield, ruthlessly reaping the lives of any Iwagakure ninja he encountered.

Unlawful and undisciplined, a beast stained with ink.

The Iwagakure ninjas had no way to deal with such a ninja who possessed extremely high mobility.

Ordinary ninjas simply cannot find a way to deal with these flying ninjas.

In addition, the speed at which Nara mows the grass is incredibly fast.

Even the Iwagakure ninja who came to provide support could only see a black beast soaring into the sky upon arrival.

Left with no other choice, the information was passed up the chain of command.

Information about this rampaging "black beast".

Finally, it was placed on the desk of the Third Tsuchikage, Onoki, the Two Scales.

Earth Release: Rock Gun Technique (Episode 594 of the anime)

The fourth update is still two updates short.

(End of this chapter)