Naruto: The Information Broker from the Uchiha Clan

"When Konoha's Research Department officially developed the technology for desert greening, the biggest problem of Sunagakure itself was solved. That was also the time when I chose to come to Konoha."

"Later... the Second Research Department expanded the feasibility and convenience of this technology, and resources were already overflowing. The attitude of Sunagakure, or rather the attitude of the lower and middle levels, Gaara, and some of the higher-ups, changed even more."

"The proverb that the Nine-Tails often says: 'The most valuable thing about a person is self-awareness.' Sunagakure is very self-aware in this regard. My arrival is also meant to strengthen relationships and set an example."

As soon as she finished speaking, Temari stopped and downed a glass of sake by herself.

He then slightly raised his head to look at the group.

Ino smiled, picked up the bottle and poured her another glass, saying something to reassure Temari.

“Yun sometimes mentions that helping Gaara back then was the best choice he ever made. Because of that choice, the Fifth Kazekage didn’t become an obstacle on the road to peace; instead, he was able to truly maintain peace.”

“The Sand Village and the Leaf Village are very close, but once the resource problem is solved, the hearts of the people of the Land of Wind will gradually become those of the people of the ninja world.”

Temari nodded: "Peace has been maintained for so many years, and the rapid development of technology has made life better and better. No one is willing to give up this hard-won peace."

At this moment, Hinata raised her wine cup and extended it to Temari, saying softly, "Naruto and I both believe in you, and we also believe in Lord Kazekage and Sunagakure."

Tenten and Sakura followed closely behind.

So the women put aside their earlier awkwardness, and the atmosphere became lively again.

They chatted about everyday matters, how busy the men in their families were with work, treating the lounge in the Naruto Building as their home, either coming back in the middle of the night or not coming home at all.

After forming a united front, their relationship clearly improved.

After all, there will always be resentment. Even Kushina sometimes kicked Minato Namikaze out, let alone these guys...

However, although he knew perfectly well what was going on, he didn't mention it to Karui at all.

……

On the other side, the Hokage Building.

Fearing being overheard by special technology or abilities, the group of kids, at Boruto's urging, applied for a meeting room right here.

The Hokage Building is protected by a barrier that is kept open year-round. The research department is responsible for the latest technologies and preventing any information from leaking out, making it the best place for such protection.

"Boruto, you shouldn't be involved tomorrow, right?"

Upon meeting, Sarada immediately retorted to Boruto.

Boruto retorted, "Even though I lost, I'm still a member of Team 7. I can help with the planning for such a big event tomorrow, and it was my suggestion to come here."

Lu Tai glanced at him: "I thought of that too, and it was my father who was the one I found. You, the young master, are utterly useless."

Boruto retorted angrily, "Who said that? Dad only refused because Uncle Sasuke was there, otherwise..."

Naruto would never want to use his position for personal gain, especially since Sasuke, who was also a candidate for Hokage, was present...

As they were talking, Boruto spotted Yu watching the show out of the corner of his eye.

"This guy is the real prince, okay? Why don't you talk about him? I think if you went to his house to talk, even if that big devil wanted to eavesdrop, he would have to come back empty-handed."

Yu's eye twitched. He was just watching the show, how did he get caught in the crossfire?

And this great demon... am I talking about the one from Amegakure?

"Time is running out."

Yako's voice rang out. She looked at the group and said, "The finals are tomorrow, so make sure you get some rest today. If this pointless conversation continues, I think we should all go home and go to sleep."

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone stopped arguing.

Shikadai nodded, then turned his attention to Uchiha Yu: "First, Yu, which gate of your Eight Gates Formation can you open?"

Yu didn't mince words and replied directly, "The seventh gate. And the eighth gate, the gate of death, is almost here too. I can feel it, and my physique seems to be getting stronger all the time these past few days."

Lutai: ⊙_⊙

Boruto: →_→

Sarada Meko: (⊙o⊙)!

The Seventh Gate?

Is the Eighth Gate of Death coming soon?

What chilling words are these?

It should be noted that after his father's battle on the coast of the Land of Fire, the terrifying increase in the power of the Eight Gates was already known throughout the ninja world.

And the seventh gate...

That's the power to compress air and create a violent explosion; if the Eighth Gate could be opened, it would be the kind of power that could shatter a corner of the continent...

Is there any need to hold the Chunin Exams anymore?

That Sunagakure's Shinki, with iron sand imbued with chakra, could withstand such power?

They should have crumbled at the first blow!

"Hey!"

Uchiha Yu waved his hand at the stunned group of people: "Don't overthink it. The Eight Gates are different in everyone's hands. Me, Rock Lee, Guy, and my father are three different levels. Don't think I can really dominate everyone!"

Aren't they the same?

After thinking for a moment, Lu Tai nodded.

That makes sense; that explains why Uncle Tongyun continues to train with Mr. Kai day after day.

"So, what is the specific power of the seventh gate?"

Yu smiled and said, "If it were before this, I might not have been able to reach the same level as Mr. Kai after opening my seventh gate, and I would have been severely injured and unable to move afterward."

"But today I discovered... maybe Dad wasn't lying to me, there's a hidden power within me."

"So now... I can say with certainty that power can compress air, and it won't immediately stop working after use."

Boruto pouted, but still gave Yu a pat on the shoulder: "You've been hiding this too well, haven't you? But this way, we'll definitely be able to teach that guy who's playing in the sand a lesson tomorrow."

Lu Tai thought for a moment, then looked at Ya Zi.

Before she could even speak, Hyuga Yako said directly, "The Flying Thunder God Technique can already be used in actual combat at a basic level..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Lu Tai's face lit up with joy: "You guys are really giving me a big surprise! With the Flying Thunder God Technique, if used properly, the opponent's iron sand will be useless. If we take them by surprise, we can achieve our goal with just one strike!"

"You're celebrating too soon..."

Yako interrupted Shikadai's fantasy: "It can be applied to actual combat at a preliminary stage, but that's only the beginning. I have indeed learned the Flying Thunder God Technique, but that doesn't mean I can use it at will."

"Uncle Yun said that without the corresponding reaction speed, Flying Thunder God Technique is just handing your head over to the enemy to cut off. A specially made kunai serves as a positioning tool, but the correct body position during teleportation requires constant practice."

After he finished speaking, Lu Tai was stunned for a moment.

He then gave a wry smile, realizing that it was indeed true. Without a strong reaction speed, the Flying Thunder God Technique was practically just a convenient way to get around.

What should I do?

They all seem to possess powerful abilities, yet none of them seem able to fully utilize them.

"Lutai, you've gone a bit too far."

Sarada, who had been eagerly waiting, never received a question from Shikadai.

What? There's still strength discrimination even in the finals?

Shikadai scratched his head: "Sorry, I was just thinking about how to formulate a battle plan, so I was a little distracted. Now, Sarada, tell me about your power."

Sarada snorted coldly: "Two-tomoe Sharingan, skilled in Fire Release, Lightning Release and shuriken throwing, and has also mastered some genjutsu."

Lu Tai casually remarked, "Haven't you activated the Kaleidoscope yet? Oh, if you're buying two jades..."

Sarada fumed, "And the Lightning Release: Chidori, and Mom's superhuman strength."

Soon, Shikadai ignored Sarada's pouting face, reached for a stack of papers, and began to record the abilities he had just learned.

As for physical skills, given that Yu has already been able to open the Seven Gates, Lan Luo's personality is not a problem.

Iron sand... electromagnetic forces require lightning to disintegrate them.

However, that guy from Sunagakure named Shinki isn't quite enough with just Sarada...

Lightning can have a certain restraining effect, but the power of lightning needs to be very strong.

and so……

“King against king, general against general. Yu, your target is that Lan Luo, and you need to finish this quickly. After defeating him, immediately rush to support Sarada, so you cannot open the Seventh Gate; you must preserve your fighting strength.”

Shikadai then looked at Sarada and said, "You need to face Shinki. Lightning ninjutsu can counter his iron sand, but I hope you just stall him until your teammates arrive before crushing him."

"At present, it seems that the strength we have accumulated in just six months since graduation is probably not enough to break through his iron sand, so you need to stall for time."

Sarada nodded, pouting.

Yako looked at Shikadai and said, "So my target is that guy who uses Wind Release, right? Flying Thunder God Technique plus the Byakugan's Gentle Fist, I have both close-range and counter techniques. I'll get there as soon as possible."

Lu Tai: "That's about right. But we still need to go into the details, because those guys might not follow our plan."

……

Chapter 472: The Final

The next day, at the venue for the finals.

"It's really lively... People from all the wealthy corporations in the ninja world have come."

Hei Tu looked around the venue. Yesterday, only representatives came, but today, with the finals approaching, everyone had come in person.

Chojuro, standing nearby, also remarked with a sigh, "Everyone in the Land of Water who's considered wealthy has come. It's astonishing that a single spot can cause such a frenzy. Lifespan is something that has always been a major concern for people throughout history."

Gaara didn't speak, but his gaze swept across the entire venue, finally settling on Uchiha Un, who was already seated not far away.

The longevity technology released by Konoha's research department is something only this person can decide.

The tremendous changes in the ninja world over the past decade or so have all been brought about by his efforts.

And those present were mostly people who had amassed great wealth through reforms over the past decade or so.

At that time, the Daimyo Prefecture had become a parasite hindering the progress of the ninja world, so it was destroyed.

Now... Konoha wants to gradually and peacefully complete its strategic plan to unify the ninja world, and the amount of money needed is enormous.

So... a lifespan of only twenty years, yet able to repeatedly amass wealth, that's quite a thoughtful plan.