Naruto: My Ninjutsu is mediocre

As he said that, he rushed towards the "enemy" first, and the four ninjas could only follow quickly behind him.

They quickly closed the distance with Hanemiya Minamoto no Isahara, but just as these people were about to launch an attack, the "captain" suddenly stopped.

He didn't have much time, otherwise they would soon find that one of their men was missing.

He turned his head without warning and looked in a certain direction, a look of surprise immediately appeared on his face:

"Clan leader?"

"Why are you here..."

These four ninjas were like little fans who admired their brother's acting skills. They completely trusted Hanediya Genma's performance and turned their heads almost at the same time to look in the direction he was looking.

While Hanediya Genma was speaking, a cold light flashed, and the sharp blade easily cut the necks of the three ninjas, and the three men had no time to react at all.

Only the last ninja was able to escape the sneak attack because he was the farthest away from Hanediya Genma and was a few steps behind when moving.

The only remaining person had big doubts in his small eyes. He didn't understand why the captain suddenly attacked his companions.

Oh no, could it be that the companions he just spent time with were all enemies in disguise? Am I also pretending to be one?

"Two against one, now it's our turn to surround and kill you."

Under the other party's shocked gaze, Hanemiya Genshin restored his original appearance, and the characteristics of the chakra he emitted also changed.

Chapter 7 Ashes (Part 1)

A sneak attack is an efficient means of killing, but frequently using tricks and sneak attacks seems a bit unethical.

Fortunately, no one among ninjas cares about martial ethics, and victory or defeat on the battlefield does not depend on one's character.

At this point, Haneiya Genma's strength was already stronger than the only remaining enemy, and with Haneiya Gen Ikawa's cooperation...

As he said, in a two-on-one situation, the enemy's fate can be imagined.

The enemy's body was lying in front of Haneguchi Genma, with an unwilling expression on his face. Haneguchi Genma Ikawa squatted beside the body and collected some ninja tools from the opponent to replenish the ones he had consumed previously.

"Two-thirds... We've eliminated more than half of the enemies. Now we should go support Ryunosuke. I wonder if they'll give us a chance to completely wipe them out."

The answer is most likely "no".

"Yes, patriarch."

Jianchuan stood up with a stern face. At this moment, he had the clarity of mind to escape from a desperate situation, but also the nerves to face an incredible situation. He was even a little confused and at a loss.

He couldn't understand why Yumiya Genma's strength suddenly became stronger, and he didn't understand how Yumiya Genma annihilated all the enemies he saw.

Could it be the same transformation technique and sneak attack method we just used? Could transformation be such a convenient, highly applied, and extremely practical ninjutsu? This doesn't make sense.

But no matter what his mood was, he followed behind Hanemiya Genma at this time, and the two of them rushed to support the third battlefield one after the other.

Unfortunately, the enemy is not a tool that will strictly execute the program it inputs. The battlefield is dynamic. As long as they have reconnaissance means, they cannot ignore the changes on the battlefield.

The last team of enemies had long-distance intelligence support provided by reconnaissance ninjas, and they had already noticed that the other two teams on their side had been completely wiped out.

Therefore, by the time Hamiya Genma and his men arrived near Hamiya Gen Ryunosuke, the last five enemies had already retreated.

Although they had no idea what had happened exactly, the fact that their companions' chakra signals disappeared rapidly was undeniable, and all ten signals disappeared.

This shows that they encountered unimaginable changes on the battlefield, and even the captain with the strongest combat effectiveness was the first to be eliminated. In other words, the remaining people had no ability to resist at all.

If you can't win, run away. This decision doesn't even require intelligence, only instinct. Abandoning the mission and choosing to retreat is the inevitable and only correct choice.

Genshin Hamiya came to Ryunosuke Hamiya and found that he was seriously injured. There were several serious penetrating wounds on his left leg. He was losing blood rapidly and his injuries needed urgent treatment.

If they hadn't arrived in time, Ryunosuke would probably have died here.

At this time, Ryunosuke's face also showed disbelief. He was ready to die, but he didn't expect the enemy to withdraw on their own initiative.

Hanemiya Genma and Jianchuan have arrived, which means that the clan leader really completed the goal of annihilating the enemy according to the pre-planned plan, but this... how is this possible?

"Chief, do you want to chase them? The enemy is about to escape from my sight." Jianchuan stood on a big tree and reminded loudly.

Of course, completely annihilating the enemy is the best option, which can prevent the leakage of intelligence and further protect one's own location information.

If these enemies are allowed to escape, Hanediya Genma and his men may soon face the next retaliation.

Although ten enemies were eliminated, the enemy's overall strength was not damaged and was still far stronger than ours.

Hanemiya Genma thought about it carefully and finally shook his head.

"Forget it, we don't have the conditions to pursue."

Everyone on our side was injured, and one of them needed urgent treatment. More importantly, the enemy had already retreated first, and "naked eye tracking" could not catch the clear evasive guidance of the reconnaissance ninja.

"They might attract more enemies." Although he could understand that Hanemiya Gen's decision was very rational, Jianchuan still couldn't help but remind him.

"I understand that we may face even more brutal retaliation next time, but... this was actually their best chance. Even so, they didn't achieve their goal of annihilating us completely, so they won't be able to do it next time."

"We have to move again... As long as we can catch a moment's respite, they won't be worth fearing."

Both companions felt a certain confidence from Hanemiya Genma's words, so they had no choice but to believe it.

In fact, the two men also knew that they basically had no ability to pursue the enemy, but they saw the opportunity to wipe out the enemy, but had to give it up, which made them feel too unwilling and regretful.

Yumiya Genma really no longer worried about this enemy, because at this time he began to believe that his development ability was stronger than the opponent. In this case, time was actually in his favor.

It's sad to say that the reason why the Yumiya Gen clan suffered such heavy casualties and losses, and even almost was wiped out, was because they chose to defend the village to the death.

But now they have become homeless wandering ninjas, and can only keep wandering around the ninja world. Their movements have become more flexible and more difficult to catch.

After repelling the enemy's attack, it meant that they had lost the other party, and it would be very difficult for them to find this small ninja again.

"Don't be too pessimistic," Hanemiya Genshin continued as he tended to his companions' wounds. "Even if we encounter the Jinchuan clan again and are forced to fight them, the outcome of the battle is still unknown."

At this time, Jianchuan also came to the side of Hanemiya Genma. After hearing this, he said: "That's right, don't worry too much. Maybe before we encounter them again, the Jinchuan clan will be wiped out by other ninja clans."

Yumiya Genma glanced sideways at the guy and suppressed a retort, thinking, "Are the things I said the same as what you said? I said rely on myself, how come you heard it as rely on luck?"

But he had to admit that what Jianchuan said was very likely to come true. In this day and age, was genocide such an inconvenience? A medium-sized ninja clan might be fine today and completely gone tomorrow.

After stopping Ryunosuke's bleeding, Hanemiya Genshin bandaged the wound on his shoulder. The three of them rested for a while and then went to look for other tribesmen.

To be honest, the remaining Yumiya Gen ninjas had no ability to protect themselves at this time. Not to mention the enemy ninjas, even if they accidentally encountered some wild beasts in the forest, they would suffer unimaginable losses.

Fortunately, they were not that unlucky. Yumiya Genma and his companions quickly found other members of the tribe. They were hiding deep in the dense forest and were very safe.

After briefly explaining what had just happened, the group set off again, moving in a direction away from here - the specific direction didn't matter, as long as they had to leave here as soon as possible.

Chapter 8 Ashes (Part 2)

Because the Yumiya Gen clan had no ability to resist risks, after gathering all the clan members, they moved along the stream towards the deeper part of the primeval forest.

For wandering ninjas like them, instead of believing that their strength as ninjas can protect their own safety, it is better to believe that block-based geographical units and natural environmental barriers can better protect their own safety.

Frankly speaking, given the current situation, it would be more flexible, free and safe for Hanemiya Genshin to integrate into the ninja world if he separated from his clan and acted alone, but he did not have such an idea.

During the year he lived in the ninja world, these ordinary tribesmen gave him so much help. If he had not lived in a tribe, he would not have survived until now.

Human nature can be indifferent, but it cannot be negative; the bottom line can be lowered, but it cannot disappear.

Since everyone calls him the clan leader, Hanemiya Genshin also regards himself as the clan leader.

There was no path to follow in the deep mountains and old forests, so they had a hard time walking, feeling a bit like "blazing a trail from scratch".

After five days, they crossed a mountain, and after two more days, they stopped in a valley in the rolling foothills.

This place is almost in the center of the forest. The valley is surrounded by jungle, and with mountains and trees covering the area, even ordinary scouting ninjas would find it difficult to detect their tracks...

There are only a dozen or so of them, and even if they have been active here for a long time, there are no obvious signs of human life.

Genma Hanemiya stepped on the huge tree roots that bulged like tendons and carefully observed the surrounding environment.

Then he reached out and patted the thick, wall-like tree beside him, saying:

"This is it."

This primitive forest environment is certainly not suitable for long-term settlement. Fortunately, Yu Gongyuan and his friends only need a temporary resting point and will not settle down here.

Faced with the greenery that seemed to devour everything, and the wild aura emanating from the surroundings at all times, the ninjas of Hanemiya Gen had no complaints at all.

On the contrary, only in this kind of place where primates are almost non-existent can they feel a sense of security, putting aside the panic of fleeing for days and feeling relaxed in their hearts.

After determining the location of the camp, Hanemiya Gen's ninjas began to build simple houses.

They searched for large, raised tree roots, dry tree holes, or half-fallen dead trees, and used the height differences to clear away dead branches and leaves at low places and build roofs at higher places.

This is not complicated. You just need to weave the vines into a network of branches, and then cover the network with layers of leaves to protect you from wind and rain... Soon, temporary houses were built.

Well, what they built were actually shacks.

Just as they had set up their shelter, a moderate rain fell from the sky, but they had no time to hide from the rain and rest.

Except for the wounded, the remaining people were divided into two groups. One group hunted animals and collected wild fruits in the surrounding area, while the other group fished from nearby streams.

They had long been cut off from supplies, and it was only by utilizing the rich natural resources in the forest that they survived.

What allows a ninja to survive to the end is not superior strength to the enemy nor extreme endurance, but skilled fishing and hunting techniques.

Various freshwater fish, large animals and even wild fruits provide them with the energy and nutrients necessary for survival.

It was just the beginning of autumn and the temperature was still acceptable, so they didn't have to worry about the severe cold for the time being.

As the clan leader, Yumiya Genma still received certain preferential treatment even in such a difficult environment.

First, he did not have to participate in fishing and hunting activities. Second, the tribesmen arranged his residence in a place that was slightly higher, dry and had a wide view.

At this time, he was sitting under a simple shack, observing the rain and thinking about what to do next.

What should the collective future of the Hanemiya Gen clan be? To be honest, it is impossible for them to become big and powerful in this ninja world with only the remaining people.

Not to mention these ninjas of ordinary origin, insufficient abilities, and small numbers, even if he had ten Kakashis...

Well, ten Kakashis could certainly do a lot. Ten elite ninjas like that could shake up the ninja world most of the time.

In short, the most sensible thing for a small force like them to do is to rely on the strong. However, dependence without trust will only make them cannon fodder for other forces.

Instead of that, it is better to survive in the cracks. At least you can decide your own destiny.

Regarding the future, Hanemiya Genma is actually not that pessimistic. This is not because he is strong-willed, nor because he knows the future of the ninja world, but because they have hit bottom now, and the next step will be a rebound.

Or to put it the other way around, I'm already in this situation, so there's no need to hide my shame and endure humiliation. The worst that can happen is that I'll "die in front of you." What's there to be afraid of?

After thinking for a while, he made some kind of decision.

The rain came and went quickly. Near dusk, the rain stopped and the ninjas brought back a certain amount of food. Then they began to process the food and make a fire to cook.

Hanemiya Genshin found a relatively dry ground, lit a bonfire, and when everyone started to eat, he gathered the remaining sixteen tribesmen to the bonfire.

After escaping death, everyone looked a little depressed, but their overall mental state was still okay... After all, being alive is better than being dead.

The ninja clan was almost wiped out, and the sadness of most of the clan members dying was hidden in everyone's heart.

Hanemiya Genshin sat on a tree stump, next to him was a freshly made, roughly shaped wooden bowl containing a few pieces of fish and a bowl of fish soup.

He picked up the wooden bowl and the hot soup soaked his lips and teeth. He didn't taste much of the fish oil, but instead tasted a faint pine scent, which was the original taste of the wooden bowl.

No one spoke, everyone was enjoying this moment of tranquility.

In this difficult environment, it is still necessary to unify everyone's thoughts. Yumiya Genshin put down the wooden bowl, cleared his throat, and then said:

"Although we have escaped the enemy's pursuit, the living environment we will face is still very harsh."

"The battles between the ninja clans have been going on for a long time. For the foreseeable future, this chaotic conflict will continue. We are so weak that we will be completely destroyed in the blink of an eye..."

"But today I don't want to tell you about the difficulties of survival, nor do I intend to blame others or give up on myself. I just want to say that survival requires a method. If we choose the right method, we have a greater chance of survival."

"We want to survive, not just to survive."

"People definitely need to have some spirit. I'm not talking about the kind of aloofness where everyone else is drunk but I'm the only one sober. I'm just saying that we are human beings, not rotten meat with the ability to move."

"Our Yugongyuan clan... In fact, with only a few of us left, I believe the Yugongyuan clan has been effectively destroyed."

"In order to survive as long as possible, maintain autonomy and avoid becoming cannon fodder, we must absorb other living forces and seek to grow stronger."

"You have to be careful about what you do. You have to be able to protect yourself, but you also have to avoid becoming a thorn in the side of the great ninja clans."

"For us now, clan is no longer important."

"The Yumiya clan has neither a long history nor so-called family glory, nor any commendable bloodline... Our clan's reputation is certainly worth protecting. In fact, quite a few of our clansmen have died for this very reason."

"What I want to say is, let things that need to be destroyed be destroyed. Giving up something is only to gain something new."

"I have decided that from today on, we will no longer operate under the name of the Hanemiya Gen clan. From now on, I will call myself 'Hamatsu', and you will no longer be members of the same clan in name. You are just a group of wandering ninjas who have come together by chance and with similar aspirations to survive..."