I'm drawing manga in Naruto

"Is Sunagakure imitating us?"

Research Institute, Preparatory Department.

These were both new creations from Konoha, and they quickly followed suit, immediately starting to tinker with their own things.

They moved really fast!

"They didn't even notice that the enemy had infiltrated our reserve unit. They're a bunch of useless idiots. We need to further strengthen our guard and secret service."

Danzo gave a curt rebuke.

Akabane offered no comment, since it was indeed a mistake on both sides that the Sunagakure ANBU had gotten so close without being noticed. In addition, he was more concerned about the Sunagakure research institute.

There is no doubt that Shamen is not dead.

These were all the work of Shamen, that bald man with the dragon tattoo. He was frighteningly meticulous, but simply being able to learn wasn't enough to make them so worried.

The monk did not simply copy everything; he selected and filtered the best practices.

For example, the Ninja Academy and the Preparatory Division were not completely copied by Shamon. Judging from the intelligence, they only copied the surface, and the core was still their own Sunagakure model.

"The fact that Shamen is still alive is a real threat."

"I can't think of a way to assassinate them. How about you sneak in, kill them, and then use the Flying Thunder God Technique to slip out?"

Danzo glanced at him.

That's sarcastic. Who can you blame for Shamon not dying? Blame him for not killing the Second Kazekage back then?

"Fine, let's let him go this time."

Akabane chuckled awkwardly and waved his hands repeatedly.

The fact that intelligence personnel have never seen Shamon appear in Sunagakure shows how well Sunagakure protects Shamon.

Putting aside whether he could actually kill him, it was questionable whether he could even find Shamon in Sunagakure. Moreover, the journey from Konoha to the Land of Wind was long, and he had no desire to travel such a distant place.

"If you don't want to work, then shut up. The Land of Water... there's a scheme we can set up here. Are you interested?"

After Danzo finished reading the text on the scroll, he looked at Akabane.

The Minazuki clan might be able to be manipulated. Even if they can't be made to betray the Land of Water, at least they can disable a powerful bloodline limit in Kirigakure.

"No, don't look for me. Besides, a whole group of people from the Land of Water want to capture me. Wouldn't it be like walking into a trap if I went there?"

Akabane quickly refused.

He had no desire to do this kind of errand-running and mentally taxing undercover work.

Danzo was silent for a moment, then nodded slightly: "Then let Zixiao go."

Zi Xiao may not be the best in any one area, but his overall abilities are very high. In addition, he is also very intelligent. If Chi Yu is unwilling, he is the most suitable candidate.

"Hmm... okay."

While this level of mission was somewhat risky, it wasn't life-threatening, and Akabane didn't want to go simply because it was too troublesome. However, after thinking for a moment, he took out a specially made kunai infused with the Flying Thunder God Technique.

"Give it to Zixiao. If he encounters difficulties or dangers, I will support him as quickly as possible."

Akabane said.

Although the teleportation distance is limited by chakra, his chakra reserves are already very high, and with the chakra stored in the Yin Seal, flying from the border of the Land of Fire to the Land of Water shouldn't be a problem.

"Ah."

Danzo accepted the kunai.

After thinking for a moment, he took out an item from the cabinet and said, "Today is Shuo Mao's birthday, but I'm too busy to attend. Could you please give this gift to Shuo Mao for me?"

The item was wrapped up, so its contents could not be identified from the outside.

However, Akabane took it and squeezed it; it seemed to be a sealed scroll, and there was probably something else inside.

what is it then?

I'm really curious!

He resisted the urge to open it and put the package away.

"Well, I'll take my leave then."

Akabane bowed slightly, then formed hand seals and used Flying Thunder God Technique to return to the comic book shop.

Danzo paused for a moment, then couldn't help but recall the tumultuous feeling he had experienced with the Flying Thunder God technique yesterday...

The Flying Thunder God technique is too convenient; it's better to travel quickly and practice physical skills along the way.

"Hmm, I'll have to tell Akabane next time that we can't let him rely too much on Flying Thunder God."

Danzo was talking to himself.

But who knows what they really think?

Akabane came out of the lounge. The manga in the store was almost sold out again. Fortunately, Yamano Izumi would be sending over another batch today.

"Yunlang, talk to Mr. Shanye later and ask him to print out some of the previous volumes as well. We still need to keep some here."

Akabane gave a word of advice. As for the update, it was already completed yesterday. Since he was also drawing, he drew ten chapters of One Piece in one go.

"Yes."

Yunlang nodded and noted it down.

After dealing with these matters, he prepared to go and check on Shuomao.

But here's the question: Is Sakumo in the preparatory department or at home?

Okay, let's look in both places.

Anyway, with the Flying Thunder God Technique, the round trip is incredibly fast.

After some trouble, he confirmed that Sakumo was not in the reserve department. Today, Shishou was filling in for him. Poor Shishou had no idea that he was going on another long trip and was diligently helping Akabane and Sakumo train the genin.

In terms of training, his style differs from Sakumo's.

Although he wasn't the best in any particular area, he could offer some insights into each course, demonstrating considerable expertise in providing guidance.

After listening for a while, Akabane felt that if Zixiao was strong enough, she could even replace all the teachers and complete the preparatory department's training work all by herself.

Chapter 253 What are Itachi and Sasuke's father's names?

"So, you didn't come in place of Zixiao, but came alone?"

Sakumo sat outside the dojo, his face covered in sweat.

Although it was his birthday, his life was no different from usual; he continued to train as usual, without any changes.

"It wouldn't be right to trouble him to come here, so I didn't ask him."

Akabane felt no shame whatsoever.

My own shadow clones are fully deployed, and the training effect might not be as good as Zixiao's, so of course, the capable should do more.

Besides, what difference does it make whether it's your birthday or not?

This guy's shamelessness is getting better and better; I'm starting to struggle to keep up.

Sakumo squinted, wiped his sweat, and then stood up and said, "If there's nothing else, I need to continue training. I still have a lot of classes today."

"It's your birthday, I've come to give you some gifts."

Akabane took out the scroll that sealed the "Fang," then broke the seal and took out the "Fang."

A pair of short knives.

Sakumo's eyes lit up. Short swords were the weapons his clan was most skilled at, and this pair of short swords was clearly a chakra weapon.

"It's called Fang. It's a weapon I got from a Hidden Mist ninja. I thought it would suit you well, and since it's your birthday, I'm giving it to you."

Akabane handed him the sword, "Try it."

Fang doesn't appear often in the comics, but the visuals and power are quite good—mainly because it's cool.

"Lightning-attribute chakra weapon."

Sakumo took it and quickly realized the weapon's capabilities.

Then...

Chidori Blade!

Zizzi~

A burst of electric current appeared, accompanied by a piercing sound. With a single swing of the blade, a bolt of lightning shot out.

Akabane, who was standing to the side, was instantly struck by lightning.

I'm paralyzed!

He quickly mobilized his chakra, used his medical abilities to remove the paralysis effect on himself, and then jumped away swiftly.

"Thank you, Akabane, this sword suits me perfectly!"

Shuo Mao loved it dearly.

Although he already has White Fang and two other swords, what swordsman would complain about having too many swords?

"nice! You love it."

After giving him his own scroll, Akabane took out another scroll.

This was given by Danzo to Sakumo.

"This is?"

"The teacher gave it to me, take a look."

He handed the package to him, and Sakumo took it and used the unsealing technique to remove the seal on the scroll.

Akabane stared at the scroll.

He was very curious about what gift Danzo would give; judging from the scroll, it should also be a sword.

The seal is broken, and the blade is revealed.

This was a sword without a tsuba (handguard), looking clean, sharp, and stylish. Akabane recognized it at a glance; it was very similar to the one Sasuke would later use.

No, it's very likely the same one.

"The Kusanagi Sword, this is the Kusanagi Sword!"

Sakumo's eyes widened, his usually expressionless face filled with surprise.

The Kusanagi sword is not a single sword, but a general term for a class of swords, all of which are extremely sharp and powerful.

This sword...

He picked it up and tried it out; sure enough, it could hold lightning-attribute chakra.

"The Kusanagi sword is not bad."

It was unexpected by Akabane that Danzo had collected this sword as a gift.

Sakumo didn't seem to be very good with long katana before, but now he's almost mastered the three-sword style, so adding a katana to his repertoire is nothing.

"Please thank the teacher for me."

Shuo Mao was overjoyed.

Although this sword doesn't quite fit his current style, a swordsman can benefit greatly from practicing a different style of sword in certain situations.

of course.

Sometimes, trying to do too much at once can lead to failure, and constantly seeking variety can get you into trouble.

Sakumo got the weapon and excitedly ran off to practice his swordsmanship.

With his teeth and white teeth, he wielded the three short swords with effortless skill, seemingly experimenting with the coordination and cooperation between them.

"Keep up the good work, and by the way... happy birthday."

Akabane did not intend to linger.

If Kazami Hatake returns and sees him squatting here, he'll probably enthusiastically urge him to practice his swordsmanship.

Swordsmanship is just something to look at; there's no way I'd actually practice it. It's exhausting, and a single punch with superhuman strength would be much more efficient. At worst, I could use illusion magic or even just use the Flying Thunder God technique to escape.