Naruto: Reshaping the Shinobi World with Sasori

"Puppet masters are a specialty of Sunagakure... My ninjutsu was inspired by puppet masters."

"It's mainly because of Scorpion..."

"However, I'm not a puppeteer after all, and I can't use chakra threads... As a medical ninja, with my level of chakra control, I could definitely train to create chakra threads. But what I mean is, I don't have the basic skills that most puppeteers have, and my knowledge of manipulation techniques, mechanisms, and puppets isn't solid enough... So, I was thinking about whether I could use a physical object instead."

"The hand seals I used have several effects... First, they enhance strength and tactile sensation by activating the muscles and nerves in the hands through cell activation. Then..."

"Well... overall, that's it."

In front of the Third Kazekage and others, under Yubi's finger control, his scalpel hovered in mid-air in full view of everyone.

If you don't look closely, you really won't notice the threads that Yubi controls.

This knife seems to be controllable by Yubi's mind.

"This kind of technique... should be relatively easy for the village's puppeteers to learn."

A village elder stared at the throwing knife and spoke.

"Hmm... Indeed, Sasori has already tried it, and using chakra threads for this kind of ninjutsu is no problem. But he still needs targeted training because the puppets controlled by puppeteers are different from my almost weightless blades, including the difference between solid threads and chakra threads... There are also some variations during use. For example, to accurately attack the target and increase power and speed, they will also use the 'method' of attaching the threads." Yubi laughed, "However, to be honest... for most puppeteers, the ability of puppetry is still much higher than the ceiling of my single ninjutsu. After all, the practical effects that puppets can exert far exceed my kind of ninjutsu. Their functionality is irreplaceable."

"That's right."

After observing for a while, Chiyo nodded. "The chakra threads are completely different from Yubi's threads. They are easier to detect for ninjas with strong chakra perception. Even if a puppeteer masters this ninjutsu, its power and effect will decrease. Compared to the use of hand seals and chakra, this technique requires a long period of training to achieve such an effect. It is a relatively pure technique."

"Yubi's ninjutsu is simply an assassination technique... The reason it can reach the level of an A-rank ninjutsu is that it is extremely difficult to perform such a subtle and stealthy control effect, making it impossible for the target to defend against."

"If the timing isn't right, and it's discovered beforehand..."

"Even so, it's good for the village's puppeteers to have another tool at their disposal. Especially for assassination or decapitation missions... it's a great help, and they can even find people with this talent to form a dedicated assassination squad."

Chiyo's younger brother, Ebizo, with slightly white eyebrows, spoke up.

"The hand seals and chakra are fine..."

Another high-ranking member formed hand seals repeatedly, closed his eyes, sensed the chakra level within his body, then opened his eyes and nodded to the others.

"Yubi, use your magic to attack me."

At this moment, the Third Kazekage, who had been sitting behind the table without getting up, crossed his arms and rested his chin on his hand, and spoke.

Clearly, the Third Hokage wanted to experience the power of this technique firsthand.

"Huh? Attacking the Kazekage-sama... isn't that a bit inappropriate?"

Yubi pretended to be surprised and scratched his head.

"It's okay...you can do whatever you want..."

Fengying comforted her.

But he hadn't finished speaking.

Suddenly, a loud bang came from the void beside his head.

A cold glint unexpectedly pierced his temple.

But... just as the blade was about to strike, a hard piece of iron sand appeared on the side of the Third Kazekage's head, deflecting Yubi's scalpel away.

This scene made everyone present jump.

Good grief... He acted without warning. Yubi is quite cunning.

They thought that Yubi, a mere brat, would be intimidated by the majesty of the Third Generation, and would at least be polite.

The attack came unexpectedly.

"Hehe... No way, Lord Kazekage is indeed extraordinary!" Yubi grinned, showing no sign of panic.

Since the Third Hokage had asked him to take action, Yubi naturally wouldn't let this opportunity pass him by, to experience the power of a Kage-level expert.

The result was as expected.

"So fast!"

Someone exclaimed in a low voice.

And... it's another knife.

"It is indeed the power of an A-rank ninjutsu, but its weaknesses are also obvious... You need to find the right opportunity, and the target can't be too strong. Most importantly, it must be a one-hit kill. If the first attack misses, the control and fluidity of your throwing knives will decrease." The Kazekage was not intimidated by Yubi's sudden attack and calmly said, "Your ninjutsu doesn't rely heavily on techniques and chakra; instead, it incorporates more techniques for using ninja tools... You should know more than just this one kind of ninjutsu, right? And you can control quite a few throwing knives... right?"

"As expected of Lord Kazekage."

Yubi smiled.

That's considered an implicit agreement.

"This kind of ninjutsu is still very valuable for a puppeteer... and it's not hard to see that you have the talent to become a puppeteer." As he spoke, Kazekage looked at Chiyo.

In their Sunagakure village, there is only one person who is both a medical ninja and a powerful puppeteer, and that is Chiyo.

"I only want to become an excellent medical ninja... I have no interest in being a puppeteer." Yubi saw through the Kazekage's meaning and immediately said, "Compared to the potential of being a puppeteer, I am obviously more talented and interested in becoming a powerful medical ninja."

"There's already a genius puppeteer like Scorpion in the village... I can't possibly take care of everyone."

He understood... Kazekage wanted Chiyo to take him as her disciple.

"I see..."

Fengying frowned.

It seems that he was somewhat dissatisfied with Yubi's answer.

"Alright then... You're still young. If you change your mind in the future, you can always tell me."

"Yes."

"Furthermore, your ninjutsu... needs to be recorded in a ninjutsu scroll and shared with the village... Of course, the village will pay you a considerable reward. The choice is yours. You are a rare genius in our Sunagakure village, capable of creating an A-rank ninjutsu, with a bright future... If you do not wish for the village to keep and distribute this ninjutsu, I will not force you."

Feng Ying said in a deep voice.

"Of course, it's my pleasure to be able to help the village!"

Yubi immediately responded.

This made Fengying's brows relax slightly.

"Alright then."

The Third Kazekage nodded. "Furthermore, you are now a key figure in the village. You should try not to publicize the 'Sword Intent Manipulation' ninjutsu, including your abilities. The village will also take some confidentiality measures to prevent it from being leaked for the time being... This is also for your protection."

"I see!"

Immediately, Kazekage gave Arai a look.

The latter understood immediately, and after greeting everyone with Yubi, he turned and left.

As soon as Yubi stepped out of the room, he heard a group of high-ranking officials inside the room behind him starting to discuss him.

"How is it? You're very happy, aren't you... You're a genius valued by the Kazekage and the higher-ups, and you've become a treasure of our Sunagakure."

As they left the office building, Arai patted Yubi's head and smiled.

"There's a little bit of smugness, but more than that... it feels like things are getting complicated." Yubi sighed.

Arai smiled knowingly.

He knew that what Yubi was referring to was the freedom of children.

And then there's the mission and responsibility that come with becoming a key member of the village... Of course, Yubi is still too young to understand that now.

But the future is probably...

Then, the two went their separate ways.

Yubi went home alone.

After parting ways with Arai, Yubi, who had been smiling all along, finally stopped smiling and her eyes became clear.

His soul is not that of a child... He noticed the entire reaction of the Third Kazekage just now.

"That feeling...you can't lie."

Yubi clicked his tongue.

In the village's eyes, he could not only become a medical ninja, but also a powerful puppeteer... In other words, he could become a more powerful tool to be used by the village!

Given this, Yubi's refusal would naturally displease the Third Kazekage, but since he was just a child and so talented, and had received attention... the Third Kazekage couldn't push him too hard.

But unsurprisingly... this matter is not over.

Fengying's words had a very clear meaning.

This is something Yubi can't decide for himself; he doesn't want to now... but he'll have to do it in a few years or when he's older.

He clearly has this ability, yet he's wasting it... The Third Kazekage obviously wouldn't allow it.

Because, in the other party's eyes, this was not just a matter for Yubi personally, but a loss of village property.

As for the others, although they also praised him... their underlying logic was that they were happy that a genius had emerged in the village.

"However... I've finished this move."

With a sudden thought, Yubi clenched his fist.

He was no longer an insignificant nobody in Sunagakure, but was regarded as a precious asset by the village and became a genius... This meant that he had officially opened the door to stepping into the upper echelons of Sunagakure in the future.

I have the opportunity and the qualifications to change this village.

Of course, this is just a small step, and we still need to work hard.