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

Chapter 271 The Price Konoha Offered!

"Barrier Ninjutsu, Cursed Seal Ninjutsu, Steel Fist Fluid Technique..."

While the clan leader was reviewing the scroll's contents, Nara Shikaku spoke up to offer a reminder.

"These are all types of ninjutsu and taijutsu that the clan leader specifically requested."

"Considering that the Yamanaka clan is already proficient in sensory abilities, I did not request the village to replace sensory-type ninjutsu."

"If the clan leader really needs sensory ninjutsu, we can negotiate with the Yamanaka clan later."

The three races of pig, deer, and butterfly have fought side by side for many years, and their relationship is very close and stable.

If some of the descendants of the Ino-Shika-Cho clans are ninjas who want the ninjutsu, or even the secret techniques, of the other two clans.

With proper communication, the other families are highly likely to agree to this request.

Of course, the ninja who makes the request also needs to pay a certain reward.

However, compared to purchasing ninjutsu directly from outside sources, seeking ninjutsu from allied clans is definitely easier and less costly.

Before the rise of Nara Rinka, the highest-ranking ninja among the Ino-Shika-Cho clans was Akimichi Torifu, who had served as a bodyguard for the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju.

But after the rise of Nara Rinka, he will be the "leader" of the Ino-Shika-Cho triad.

The reason is simple: Nara is the strongest in the region.

Considering Nara Rinka's current status and position among the Ino-Shika-Cho triad.

Nara Shikaku felt that if the clan leader really needed the Yamanaka clan's sensory ninjutsu, his side might not even need to pay any price, and the Yamanaka clan would offer the sensory ninjutsu to him without hesitation.

"The sensory ninjutsu of the Yamanaka clan?"

Nara Rinkei put down the small scroll in his hand and shook his head slightly.

What the Chief of Staff didn't know was that he had already secretly mastered the Mountain Clan's [Perception] secret technique, and even the Inuzuka Clan's [Super Smell] secret technique.

Nara Rinkei included "sensory ninjutsu" in the terms of his trade with the village.

It's because he's pursuing ninjutsu that relies on all five senses, excluding "chakra perception" and "olfactory perception."

Sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch.

"Sight" and "hearing" are the basic training courses for the vast majority of ninjas.

Aside from eye-sighted clans like the Hyuga and Uchiha, the other ninjas' sensory abilities in terms of sight and hearing are not significantly different.

"Taste perception"... As far as Nara Rinka knows, there shouldn't be any sensory ninjutsu of this type in the ninja world.

Having already mastered "olfactory perception," Nara Rinka sought nothing more than "tactile perception" ninjutsu.

However, compared to the "sight, hearing, and smell" senses, which are easier to study and perceive, the "touch" sense is relatively more difficult to study.

The future Fifth Kazekage of the neighboring Sunagakure village has mastered the method of using sand to sense enemies.

On the other side of Konoha...

There seems to be no impression of the use of "tactile perception ninjutsu".

Since no "tactile perception ninjutsu" was mentioned in this transaction, Nara Rinkei did not insist.

For him, this means of perception was at best an "icing on the cake," something he accepted calmly and took indifferently when he lost it.

In fact, there is another means of perception that surpasses the five senses perception ninjutsu.

"Malicious perception".

However, this ability seems to be exclusive to the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.

Nara Rinkei currently has no plans to deal with the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.

Little Chili and Little Sun are a harmonious couple. Nara Lan Gui, having nothing better to do, went and provoked them.

He's not Xian Er!

"That's enough for now, Shikaku-nii. We can go back to the village now."

Nara Rinka handed the small scroll in his hand to the Chief of Staff.

This scroll certainly contains more than just three A-level techniques.

It also includes some less important B-rank techniques, money, supplies, ninja tools, and even a small piece of land...

Nara Rinka had no idea how Nara Shikaku had negotiated this deal, let alone how the village had agreed to these conditions...

As the clan leader, all he needs to do is enjoy the benefits.

"I personally agree in principle to sell the Mitsuo Isobu to the village."

"good!"

Nara Shikaku nodded seriously, a relaxed expression on his face.

For him, "trading the three tails" is a heavy task that tests his mental fortitude.

Apart from the first Five-Photo Summit back then.

Which ninja in the ninja world would dare to talk about "buying and selling tailed beasts"?

Let alone talk about it, I wouldn't even dare to think about it!

But Nara Shikaku did it.

He not only succeeded, but he also sold Mitsuo Isobu for a good price.

"During this battle in the Land of Hot Water, the clan chief not only captured the Three-Tails Isobu, but also the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki... Hmm, let's consider that after the village unseals the Eight-Tails!"

Several thoughts flashed through Nara Shikaku's mind. He gripped the small scroll and nodded to the clan leader.

"Chieftain, I shall take my leave now."

"Thank you for your hard work—wait a moment, Brother Shikaku."

Nara's sudden call nearly snapped the Chief of Staff's back.

"I have a few things here that I need your help with."

Nara Shikaku turned around and happened to see his clan patriarch's right hand slapping the large scroll he always carried with him.

With a surge of chakra, several oddly shaped ninja swords were released from the scroll.

Nara Rinkazu marked each of these ninja swords with a "contract seal," completely eliminating any possibility that Kirigakure would be able to summon them back.

"Of the seven swords of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, I'll keep Samehada and Hiramekarei for now because they're useful, I've given Shizune the long sword Sewing Needle, and the remaining four swords are all here."

How could I have completely overlooked the presence of these ninja swords before...?

Nara Shikaku's gaze swept over the blades of the four ninja swords.

Although compared to the Three-Tails Isobu, the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist are indeed nothing...

[Decapitation Blade], [Exploding Blade Spray], [Blunt Blade Cut], [Thunder Blade Fang].

Nara Shikaku recalled the names of the four ninja swords present.

"Chieftain, what do you mean?"

"These knives are useless to me."

Nara Rinka pointed to the four ninja swords that were carelessly discarded on the ground.

"Brother Shikaku, see if any members of your clan need these four ninja swords. Not just our clan, but also ninjas from the Yamanaka and Akimichi clans can consider them."

"In short, you can deal with these knives as well. Whether you keep them, give them away, or sell them, it doesn't matter."

"Well, besides these four swords, I still have a use for the [Great Sword Samehada]. As for the [Double Swords Hiramekarei], I'll probably hand it over to the clan after I've had my fill of playing with it."

I've had enough fun...

Is the "Double-edged Flounder" something fun?

Nara Shikaku was somewhat speechless.

"Um, clan leader, since we have summoning scrolls for sealing ninja tools, why don't you take these swords with you for now?"

Nara Shikaku glanced at the several ninja swords on the ground and tentatively asked.

"Without orders from the rear, we can't return to the village in a short time. I'm afraid it's not safe to leave these knives with me."

The so-called "insecurity".

Actually, it can be phrased differently – "too much trouble".

As for the famous Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist—no, the Four Ninja Swordsmen.

Although Nara Shikaku wasn't particularly interested in these ninja swords, he was aware of their considerable value.

Nara Shikaku had no interest in carrying these ridiculously expensive legendary ninja tools around, as it would only add unnecessary trouble.

Of course, this could also be due to the sheer weight of these ninja tools.

Look at that door-like [decapitation sword], look at that brick-like [exploding blade spray], and the most outrageous of all is that [blunt blade slash] attached to a hammer.

Given that there were clearly better options available to the clan leader.

Nara Shikaku wouldn't take on these "burdens" for the clan leader for nothing.

"Alright!"

Nara Rinka was unaware of the Chief of Staff's true concerns; upon hearing the other's words, he simply nodded.

"When you return to the village, Brother Lu Jiu, please remember to let me know."

"If you didn't tell me about these knives, I might have completely forgotten they existed."

Nara Rinka originally planned to take advantage of this "sword-throwing" opportunity to see if he could create a new S-rank family mission.

But since Nara Shikaku wanted to delay things, he didn't really care.

With so many bloodline limits, there's no shortage of opportunities to trigger S-rank family quests.

"The monthly S-rank family mission is almost over."

Shadow tentacles emerged from beneath Nara Rinkazu, dragging the four ninja swords back into the [Sealing Scroll] and storing them away.

For this S-rank family mission, which kekkei genkai research scroll should we submit?

Nara Shikaku watched as the clan leader carefully put away the four ninja swords, and he breathed a slight sigh of relief. He then clasped his hands together.

"Chieftain, if there's nothing else, I... shall I leave?"

The General Staff's panting speech only elicited a single response from Nara Rinka.

"Thank you for your hard work, Brother Shikaku."

Nara Shikaku didn't stand on ceremony and decisively retreated, fearing that the clan leader might leave behind some other troublesome tasks.

The opinions from the front-line camp were quickly relayed back to the village.

After learning that Nara Rinkei had finally agreed to the deal, Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others all breathed a sigh of relief.

They genuinely didn't want the Shadow of Darkness's power to expand and increase further.

But the Three-Tails... is definitely a battle we have to fight for!

The power of the Five-Tails and the Three-Tails must not be concentrated in the hands of a single ninja.

Not to mention that the ninja himself was exceptionally strong!

However, now that Nara Rinkei is willing to exchange for the Three-Tails, and Sarutobi Hiruzen and the others have confirmed the new Three-Tails Jinchuriki, the situation has changed.

There is only one problem remaining.

"Who should be sent to the Land of Hot Water to seal the Three-Tails inside Kakashi Hatake?"

Danzo Shimura's one eye swept around, a hint of ill intent flashing in its depths.

"There aren't many ninjas in the village who are proficient in sealing techniques, and even fewer who can preside over the tailed beast sealing ceremony. How about this..."

"I volunteer to go to the Land of Hot Springs."

Goodnight everyone.

There are still 3 updates to be added.

I'll pay it back tomorrow.

(End of this chapter)