Konoha's Mission Master

Strangely, according to Konoha's Anbu intelligence, the Third Kazekage did not go to the Endless Desert to retire, but instead disappeared after leaving Sunagakure.

Also missing was Ebizo, the elder of Sunagakure.

Yakumo looked thoughtful. Ebizo was Chiyo's younger brother, and the two had a deep bond that had lasted for over forty years.

So, the question is, will he give up on revenge?

Obviously not. If he's planning revenge, why would he give up the power he holds in Sunagakure?

"He found other forces that could avenge him."

Yakumo's mind raced, and he quickly guessed the answer to the question.

This is the benefit of having sufficient intelligence, but a sense of urgency suddenly arose in my heart.

The enemy lurking in the shadows may not wait until he is fully prepared.

He lowered his head and continued reading the text in the report.

Currently, the Land of Water's policy of isolation remains in effect, and the Konoha Anbu has very little intelligence regarding Kirigakure. They only know that the Third Mizukage has passed the position to the Fourth Mizukage, Mizukage.

In this life, the Land of Blood Mist does not exist.

Yakumo quickly grasped the basic situation of the ninja world over the past few months.

Even outside Konoha, undercurrents continue to surge.

Because of Yakumo's presence, Konoha held a superior position, which temporarily suppressed various contradictions and conflicts among the remaining three hidden villages, and there was a subtle trend towards joint operations.

Yakumo is not strong enough yet, not strong enough... to directly suppress all the demons and monsters in the ninja world.

But it won't be long.

Four months later, the Wood Release Manual will break through to the Grandmaster level, and with the addition of exclusive enhancement privileges, Yakumo's strength will inevitably experience a leap forward.

The Wood Release Enhancement Authority is transformed from the eleventh-level Secret Forest Codex, which may contain power surpassing even the Six Paths.

"I go first."

Around noon, Tsunade got up and left.

The will of the intercolumnar cells was further compressed and reduced, which also made the work of culturing living cells quite simple. Now, the three of them can complete the original workload in just one morning.

"it is good."

Yakumo nodded; he could tell that Tsunade was somewhat dissatisfied.

After all, when he asked for the Wood Release manual, Tsunade did not hesitate to take out the scroll that Hashirama Senju had personally marked.

While the master-level Palm Healing Technique is precious, it is still much less significant than the Wood Release used by the First Hokage to conquer the ninja world.

Unfortunately... Yakumo cannot allow the control of life to become abused.

"I'm leaving now."

Yakumo stood up and moved swiftly... catching up with Tsunade in just a few steps.

Tsunade moved swiftly between buildings, her dark blue robe loosely draped over her shoulders, revealing certain beautiful features that seemed almost palpable, creating a stunning sight.

Yakumo quickly caught up from behind.

"Master, you still seem angry."

What are you doing following me?

Tsunade asked in return, and for some reason, sadness began to spread in her eyes.

"I'd like to explain."

The two landed at the training ground behind the Senju Mansion.

This was a place Yakumo was quite familiar with; he had trained in ninjutsu with Jiraiya here and spent several pleasant months there.

During that time, he had an excellent relationship with Jiraiya.

Although they were not master and disciple, their relationship was closer than that of master and disciple. However, as Yakumo's strength continued to improve, an invisible barrier appeared between them, and Yakumo never came here again after that.

Jiraiya was lying under the lush shade of an ancient tree, his head resting on his hands, a blade of grass dangling from the corner of his mouth, and most of his chest exposed, looking somewhat unrestrained.

“I treat you like my own apprentice, but you always treat me like an outsider.”

Yakumo was taken aback. He had indeed never revealed his true strength to Tsunade, and she only learned the truth after... Yakumo unleashed his power on the Sunagakure battlefield, easily defeating Elder Chiyo.

Although Tsunade is unreliable, she does take good care of Yakumo, and once spent about two months personally teaching him the technique of extracting small ailments.

Initially, Yakumo kept the research on life cells a secret from Tsunade. It wasn't until the second stage that Aoyama Reiko extended an invitation to Tsunade.

Actually... given their relationship, it should have been Yakumo who took the initiative to invite him.

Despite her many faults, Tsunade treated people with sincerity.

This is where Yakumo cannot compare.

However, treating others with sincerity also requires strength as a foundation.

Yakumo now treats everyone with sincerity because he is strong enough that there is no need for him to play games. After all, the sword in his hand represents the greatest truth in the ninja world. Taking a deep breath, he finally decided to speak frankly.

“Master, it’s not that I’m unwilling to teach you, but the effects of this ninjutsu are too dangerous. I’m worried that if it gets spread, others will misuse it and cause irreparable damage to the ninja world.”

Upon hearing this, Tsunade suppressed her anger and asked in return.

Is it really dangerous?

"A thousand times, ten thousand times more than Orochimaru's knowledge."

Tsunade remained silent. She and Reiko Aoyama had explored the knowledge left behind by Orochimaru and knew how evil and terrifying it was.

But if Yakumo's mastery of the techniques truly reached a thousand or even ten thousand times the level, what kind of forbidden knowledge would that be?

Tsunade suddenly had a feeling that if he wasn't lying, then Yakumo's actions might have been the right choice.

This was made out of consideration for the safety of the ninja world, and thinking about this, the dissatisfaction in my heart gradually dissipated.

"You're not lying to me this time?"

"Of course, every word is true!" Yakumo patted his chest and assured him.

Tsunade simply disliked Yakumo's secretive attitude.

This made her extremely angry...

After all, she absolutely hates being lied to!

"This time... I forgave him."

Tsunade smiled, as if the cold winter had dissipated and a warm spring day had arrived with a gentle breeze. Seeing this, Yakumo quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

The relationship, which had deteriorated to the point of being strained, has finally returned to normal, which is exactly what he had hoped for.

At this moment, Jiraiya got up and came to the two of them. The three of them had a picnic under the shade of a tree, and soon laughter replaced the dull atmosphere.

Many years ago, three teenagers gathered under this big tree for a meal and camping trip, enjoying their dreams.

They swore then... to be friends for life and fight side by side until the end of their lives.

The food and sake disappeared very quickly, and a kind of sad atmosphere spread out, like the hazy mist of early morning, which lingered for a long time... and seeped into the heart.

Yakumo suddenly realized something, but it came too late.

Jiraiya and Tsunade gathered here to pay their respects.

In remembrance...

The old friend who was killed by Yakumo's own hands... Orochimaru.

This feeling is truly magical.

Yakumo killed Orochimaru…

Now they've come to participate in a ceremony commemorating Orochimaru.

At this moment, many questions were explained… Why Orochimaru trained here with Mitarashi Anko, and why Jiraiya always seemed lost in thought or showed a sad expression in the training ground. Because… this was originally the secret base of Tsunade, Jiraiya, and Orochimaru.

In a somber atmosphere, the dinner party came to an end.

Jiraiya and Tsunade planned to go for a second round of drinks...

Yakumo then quietly left.

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Chapter 263 Obito and Rin, Bond Quest.

After the meal under that tree, Jiraiya left Konoha, supposedly to travel the ninja world to admire the beautiful scenery and publish books.

However, Yakumo felt that Jiraiya was carrying some special mission, and Konoha was also searching for the group that assassinated the Daimyo of the Land of Wind.

I suppose... this kind of sightseeing isn't exactly respectable.

Before we knew it, it was the end of October.

A new batch of Chunin from Konoha have been promoted to Jonin. During Sakumo Hatake's tenure as Hokage, the title of Jonin did not require any qualifications or background to be assessed. As long as one's strength reached the Jonin level, everyone could be promoted.

Jonin are more like high-level employees of Konoha. Although the rewards for missions are more generous than during the Chunin era, the Konoha Mission Department's cut has increased by 25%.

After three days of competition, three people were successfully promoted.

Obito Uchiha was promoted to Jonin during this period.

In the original story, Madara Uchiha nurtured Obito's talent with hatred, while Yakumo now motivates Obito through encouragement and love, but unfortunately, the effect is far less than the former... He failed to awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan at the age of fourteen.

Yakumo and Mori Masako arrived at the private room of BBQ Q.

Only Obito Uchiha was present at this moment. He was wearing a dark green vest typical of Jonin, with brand-new goggles on his forehead, and looked energetic and spirited.

Yakumo watched as Obito Uchiha secretly placed a bouquet of fiery red roses in a dark corner of the private room.

Roses symbolize passionate love.

He was clearly planning to confess his feelings to Rin Nohara today.

"Here you are, Yakumo."

Obito Uchiha stood up and hugged Yakumo. Having experienced the trials of the Third Shinobi World War, Obito was less frivolous and impetuous, and more grounded and composed.

"You're planning to...?"