In the quiet and quiet woods, Sasuke is here to practice Thunder Escape.

Not far from him, Naruto was also cultivating, he separated the shadow clone, and the main body, with the leaves in his hands, focusing on creating wind attribute chakras between his palms, and cutting the leaves between his palms.

This is the basis for practicing Wind Escape Ninjutsu.

This kind of cultivation has also been done by Sasuke.

However, the content of the exercises is not the same, after all, he can only fire escape and thunder escape, and he has not developed the wind attribute chakra at present, and he can't use the wind escape ninjutsu.

Although I don't understand why Naruto separated the shadow clone for cultivation, this is obviously a deliberate arrangement by Kakashi.

Watching Naruto devote himself to the cultivation of the wind attribute chakra, his perception of the outside world seemed to be shielded, as if no matter what happened, he couldn't attract his attention, this kind of concentration on cultivation let Sasuke know that Naruto's desire to become stronger was not lower than his own.

When Naruto first entered the seventh class, he said something like 'I want to be the Hokage', probably not because he was joking, but because he really intended to fight towards this goal.

It's as if he killed the traitor Uchiha Itachi for revenge, and everyone has their own reasons for wanting to become stronger.

Thinking of this, Sasuke couldn't help but feel a sense of urgency.

Although Naruto's strength is still a cut away from himself, this gap is beginning to shorten at an abnormal speed.

In the beginning, he didn't even know how to climb trees, but in just over a month after graduation, he not only learned to climb trees, but also learned to tread water, and on the basis of controlling chakra, he began to practice wind attribute chakra.

The next step is to practice the art of retreat.

This cultivation speed made Sasuke feel a little frightened.

If this continues, the gap between Naruto and him will get shorter and shorter.

Sasuke felt extremely strange in his heart about Naruto's cultivation progress, which was sometimes fast and slow.

The other party may have some extremely important secret hidden in his body, which caused his cultivation progress to be so abnormal.

Of course, this can also be a lot of accumulation.

However, Sasuke didn't believe in this possibility at first.

The example of accumulation should belong to an honor student like Sakura.

Because of the practice of medical ninjutsu, the total practice time of climbing trees and treading water was less than an hour, and they were all mastered.

This is all thanks to the regular use of medical ninjutsu, and unconsciously, the subtle control of chakra is beyond the level that the lower ninja should have.

And Naruto's usual performance, no matter how you look at it, doesn't look like he's accumulating.

After all, the Three-Body Technique and the Shadow Clone Technique do not require much control over Chakra, and can even be described as inferior.

Just as Sasuke was thinking about these things, he heard footsteps in his ears.

"Sasuke."

Sakura's figure appeared next to Sasuke, and her long cherry blossom-colored hair was very eye-catching.

"Sakura-chan? What's up? ”

Sasuke took his eyes off Naruto and shifted it to Sakura, who looked at him nervously at the moment, leaving Sasuke a little confused.

"That...... Do you have time now? ”

Sakura asked.

"What, is there something wrong?"

Sasuke asked rhetorically.

"That, that, I think Sasuke, you've been cultivating these days, will your body be tired, I think it's better to go out for a walk......"

When she said this, Sakura's face was visibly blushing, and her movements were a little whimsy.

“……”

If this is not seen, then Sasuke will live for twelve years in vain.

After all, ninjas are also human beings, and they will have seven emotions and six desires.

It's not that Sasuke is narcissistic, but it turns out how popular he was with girls when he was in ninja school.

and Naruto at the end of the crane, among the groups of girls, there is a completely different treatment.

If he remembered correctly, Sakura was also a member of the so-called 'Sasuke Support Group'.

But later, in order to learn medical ninjutsu, it was a short period of precipitation, and I thought the other party had given up, but I didn't expect to be immortal in my ambitions.

can't be said to be troublesome, but the other party's emotion also makes Sasuke feel a little headache.

In love...... Sasuke doesn't actually hate it, but now he doesn't have the slightest interest in these, and even if he wants to have a relationship with a girl, it's a matter of the distant future.

His goal now is to kill the Uchiha Itachi and then revitalize the Uchiha clan in Konoha instead of indulging in some boring things.

In Sasuke's view, love is the most useless thing for his current self.

Women, it will only affect the speed at which they become stronger!

"I'm sorry, Sakura-chan, I don't have time for the next step, the cultivation task assigned to me by Kakashi hasn't been completed yet."

Sasuke shook his head and refused.

"W-That's it...... Well, since it's a task assigned by Kakashi-sensei, there's nothing I can do about it. ”

Sakura's body stiffened, and then she smiled stiffly.

"And, for me now, revenge is the reason to live, and I don't want to be distracted by something else. Can you get the idea, Sakura-chan? ”

This sentence is also a disguised way to tell Sakura that she will not consider anything about love until her revenge is completed.

Sakura didn't blame Sasuke in her heart, because the Uchiha clan knew something about it, in fact, as students.

The entire family was wiped out overnight, leaving only Sasuke as a survivor.

The tragic death of her father, a clansman, at the hands of the enemy, Sakura can't experience this feeling, and she doesn't want to experience it.

But that didn't stop her from feeling sorry for what happened to Sasuke.

Since then, Sasuke, who doesn't like to talk, has become more indifferent at school, and no one is allowed to enter.

Now that I can be assigned to Sasuke in a group, I am already very lucky.

Sakura didn't dare to ask for too much.

"yes, I see."

"You can understand best. In addition, instead of being around me every day and being close to me, it is better to do something useful for your future. ”

When Sasuke said this, he glanced at Naruto, intentionally or unintentionally.

"Something that works for you?"

Sakura looked at Sasuke in confusion.

"When we come out of school, we are no longer children. Life needs purpose, and my goal now is for revenge, so I need to be stronger, and I need more power. Naruto wants to become the Hokage, so he is now desperately cultivating, not wasting a single moment of time, trying to make others recognize him. So, what about you, Sakura-chan? What do you live for? ”

"I ......"

Sakura opened her mouth, not knowing how to answer Sasuke's question.

"It seems that you haven't thought about it, you have a happy family that Naruto and I are very envious of, maybe the care of your family makes you not know the cruelty of the ninja world. Even after leaving school, I still have this naïve idea. But when Kakashi kills those wandering samurai mercilessly on the way here, you should understand that the battle of ninja is a battle that blocks your life and dignity! It's not the kind of childish ninja game that used to be played in school! ”

Sakura's face changed uncertainly, and her breathing became hard for the first time she heard Sasuke say these heavy words.

"You're the medical ninja on the team, me and Naruto...... No, even when Kakashi's life was in danger in battle, you were the logistical support for the entire seventh squad. I shouldn't have been asked to say these words, but that Kakashi guy is too unconscious and too tolerant of you. Think about it, me, Naruto, and Kakashi, our lives are in your hands! ”

Are Medical Ninjas Important?

Of course it's important.

It's even so important that every team can't wait to stuff one more medical ninja in their squad to prevent problems from happening.

Everyone doesn't want to die, and when you are wounded in battle, a medical ninja is the guarantee of your own life.

However, the number of new medical ninjas added every year is so much, and compared to ninjas in other fields, the training of medical ninjas consumes more time and resources.

Therefore, until now, not every ninja squad in Konoha will be equipped with a medical ninja unit. Only a small number of ninja squads will be cared for by medical ninjas.

From this point of view, the seventh class can be regarded as a special care ninja squad.

Because of this, he didn't want Sakura to go wrong with this kind of thing.

Once Sakura has a problem, when he, Naruto, and Kakashi have a problem, Sakura will not only not be able to lighten the burden for them, but may even become a burden to the team.

This is very fatal.

Sasuke left with an indifferent face, leaving Sakura's mind blank and froze in place.

……

"Hey, I mean, you were too cruel to the girls just now, didn't you, Sasuke?"

Walking out of the woods, Sasuke came to the shore, and the refreshing sea breeze blew, and his mood became better.

At this moment, Kakashi's more lazy voice came from behind.

Sasuke knew that all the words he had just said to Sakura had been heard by Kakashi.

"Eavesdropping on whispers between subordinates, I'll doubt your character as captain, Kakashi."

Sasuke didn't look back and said.

solemnly stated that the three of them were just Kakashi's subordinates, and they were superiors and subordinates.

And not the so-called teacher-student relationship.

"Then I didn't see you call me a captain...... Forget it, is it really good to delay a girl's feelings so much? ”

"For me, there's no delay or delay, I don't need this boring stuff right now. You know, I'm only living for revenge now, and whoever stands in the way of me going for revenge is my enemy! No one is exempt from this, even if it's you Kakashi. ”

The bangs on Sasuke's forehead hung down to the sides, and his dark pupils were full of coldness and determination.

Sakura's feelings are clear to him.

But because of this, he could not accept it.

Not only because he has no feelings for Sakura, but also because of his life, he has been bound by a man named 'Uchiha Itachi'.

Before killing the other person, you can't be diverted by anything.

And only by killing each other can you live your own life.

If he gave up revenge, then who should pay for the Uchiha clan's so many lives?

Uchiha Itachi, he must die, and he must die by his own hands!

In this way, he can comfort his dead parents and clansmen and restore the prestige of the Uchiha clan.

"Really? However, after killing Itachi, you need to revitalize the Uchiha clan, right? You can't revitalize a clan by one person alone, after all, Konoha's Uchiha is the only one left. ”

Kakashi patted Sasuke on the shoulder.

For example, the one in the country of ghosts, but he is trying to have more children and raise more with his wives.

Population is the key to revitalizing a family.

“…… Not serious. ”

Sasuke understood Kakashi's subtext, after all, the affairs of men and women, he had also learned some in the textbooks of the ninja school.

So it's clear what Kakashi is trying to say.

"That's an adult's experience."

"It's like I've been in love. You might as well let Sakura master some medical ninja survival skills than that, as she is prone to problems once she encounters real danger. ”

“……”

For some reason, Kakashi suddenly felt his heart ache.

"You're still the same as before, not very obedient. Forget it, that's the end of this topic. ”

After all, from the mother's womb to now, he is still single, which makes Kakashi powerless to refute Sasuke's words.

Actually, what Naruto said was not wrong at all, Sasuke's guy is quite annoying.

"What's wrong?"

Sensing that Kakashi had something to say, Sasuke frowned.

"If it's okay, pay more attention to your surroundings, the atmosphere has been a little too quiet lately."

Nothing is clearly indicated, but the danger may be looming.

Sasuke lowered his head thoughtfully, guessing Kakashi's intentions.

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"Have all the people been withdrawn?"

Inside the dark house, Tenzo gathers the members of the dark detachment.

In addition, the ninjas of the root also meet in this house.

There are more than 10 people in total, and almost every corner of the house is stained.

Even the outside is covered with people in the shadows and roots to prevent the conversation here from being heard.

"A few people from the third detachment haven't arrived yet, but according to their reply, they're on their way."

"The third detachment? I think it was the Shadow Squad that protected the human pillars, right? Why, even they have to withdraw? ”

A dark shinobi frowned slightly under his mask.

Tianzo said: "Don't worry, there is Chief Kakashi there, and there is Jiraiya-sama personally to protect it, and there will be no problems." ”

Tenzo's words relieved the ninjas of the Shadows.

Not only because of Kakashi's existence, but also because Jiraiya, one of the three shinobi, actually appeared here, which made them feel incredible.

These two people are united, and it is estimated that basically no one in the ninja world can break through their defensive circle.

The protection that the shadows can provide is unlikely to be comparable to that of Kakashi and Jiraiya.

The root ninja on the side didn't say anything, just silently watched his companion in the shadows.

Although the roots belong to the branch of the dark part, they have detached a long time ago.

This time, they were invited to come because of the will of the leader Danzo, not the Hokage's will.

For the ninjas of the roots, Danzo's presence is stronger than that of the Hokage.

"Gentlemen, the encirclement of the outer sea of the waves, please arrange it, remember not to involve irrelevant people. This is the basis for cooperation between the two countries, and I don't think Danzo-sama wants any unexpected twists and turns in this kind of thing. ”

After Tenzo explained the mission of the dark part, he shifted the topic to the ninja at the root.

"Don't worry, the severity of this, Lord Tuanzang has already explained it very clearly."

The head of the root nodded, agreeing with Tenzo's statement.

To prevent the comeback of the country of demons later, it is very important to cooperate with the country of waves, whether it is the Hokage or the root.

Even if you want to do it against the country of waves, it will not be now.

The Fire Country and Konoha must submit their alliance agreements to their neighbors as soon as possible, and manage the surrounding external environment to prevent the Oni Country from taking advantage of it again.

Only in this way can the Land of Fire and Konoha develop with peace of mind.

Compared to a few years ago, when they were jointly targeted by the country of ghosts and the country of thunder, now there is only one country of ghosts for the opponent, and the tasks of the dark and root parts are much easier, and they are no longer as cautious as in the past, and they dare not take the initiative to attack.

"Now, then, go to your posts, and wait for me to give orders. Now, scatter! ”

Tenzo nodded, then waved his hand and made a 'scatter' gesture.

The dark and root ninjas in the room suddenly disappeared, leaving only Tenzo alone.

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"It's not a good kind of weather to travel."

Located in a factory building in the middle of the factory, the interior is quite elegantly furnished, with a teacup in her hand, standing at the window, looking up at the sky outside.

Today's weather is not clear, with thick gray clouds blocking out the sun and turning grayish-white.

The surrounding woods surrounding the factory quieted down at some point, and there were no birds fluttering their wings in sight.

The atmosphere was quieter than usual, and not only the leader of Kazuhime, but also the rest of the Oni no Kuni ninjas in the factory also noticed that something was wrong.

"Ichchihime-sama."

While Kazuhime was looking at the scenery outside the window, a Oni no Kuni ninja walked in and said respectfully to Kazuhime.

"How's it going out there?"

Ichihime didn't ask back.

"Everything is normal, no trace of the enemy has been found so far, please allow me to lead the team out to investigate."

The Oni no Kuni ninja said with his head down.

He heard footsteps coming, and Kazuhime had come to him.

He raised his head slightly, and when he saw Yiji's cold but very beautiful face, his heart skipped a slight beat, and the other party's pitch-black pupils were very deep, like two black holes devouring people's hearts.

The Oni no Kuni ninja asked quietly, "What's wrong, Ichchihime-sama?" ”

"No, since everything is normal, it's best to prioritize protecting what's inside the factory right now."

Kazuhime thought for a moment and said.

"Yes."

"There's another task to be assigned to you."

"Please give an order."

"The content of the task is ......"

A moment ago, her face was quite normal, but her eyes suddenly became cold.

The Kusanagi sword at his waist instantly unsheathed and slashed at the Oni no Kuni ninja in front of him.

As if he had expected that his true identity had been exposed, he retreated one step in advance, the blade slashed from the tip of his nose by a millimeter, and the fierce murderous aura condensed on the blade startled him into a cold sweat.

"When did you notice that?"

The Oni no Kuni ninja looked at Kazuhime with a cold expression.

"When?" Kazuhime glanced at the face of the ninja of the Oni Country, tilted his head, and said, "Next time, remember to say the phrase 'the enemy has been caught'." ”

As soon as these words came out, the face of the 'Oni Country Ninja' immediately changed drastically.

Not only his own identity, but also the plan for this attack has long been revealed.

Not good! He thought of something terrible, and the idea of fighting Kazuhime suddenly put aside, and he wanted to escape from here and send a message to his companions.

This time, the plan of action was revealed, and the only ones left in the factory were the traps arranged in advance by the Oni Country!

However, it was late.

As soon as he turned around, a ghostly white shadow flashed before his eyes.

Rumble!

"Ahh

In the scream, his body flew out like a cannonball, swept past Kazuhime, blew a few strands of black and shiny hair, and then calmed down.

The other party's body was sunk in the wall, his chest was blurred with blood, and a large mouthful of blood spurted out of his mouth.

His eyes were fixed on the doorway, where a white-clothed and white-haired boy appeared at some point, making a punch stance.

There is no joy, anger and sorrow in the eyes that humans should have, and the eyes are more indifferent and cold than those of a chihime.

"Are you awake, Akako?"

Kazuhime looked at Akako who appeared at the door.

Akako nodded, then touched his belly, and said in an emotionless voice, "Belly...... Hungry. ”

"It's okay, I've got a wake up dessert for you to cheer you up."

Akako continued to nod and stepped aside, picking up the Dead Soul Gun wrapped in the cloth belt.

The cloth tape that wrapped the front of the wrap was ripped open, revealing the head of the spear that was as red as blood, and the room was shrouded in a faint blood-red mist.

The 'Oni no Kuni Ninja' embedded in the wall didn't know why, and suddenly a bad premonition arose in his heart.

"You're welcome, then."

Ako walked towards the 'Oni no Kuni Ninja', stood still in front of him, and stabbed the Death Spear in his hand without hesitation in the other party's frightened expression.

The struggle lasted for just a few seconds, and the 'Oni no Kuni Ninja' embedded in the wall remained motionless, his body stiffened, and he turned into another unfamiliar face.

The face remained shocked and frightened, vivid.

At this time—

Bang!

The impact of the explosion caused the room to shake violently, and immediately diverted the attention of Ichihime and Akako.

Looking out, I saw a large number of figures using the explosion as a signal to charge, climbing over the protective wall arranged with thorns and wires, and rushing into the territory of the factory at a rapid speed.

As soon as they rushed in, without the slightest hesitation, they directly used ninjutsu on the ninjas of the Oni no Kuni in the factory territory, and bombarded everywhere, attacking buildings, causing riots and attention.

The leader was a dark yellow long-haired female ninja in her twenties, who led the team and went on a rampage all the way, and an amazing momentum erupted from her.

With the chakra that erupted alone, she bounced off several of the Oni Ninjas who surrounded her in an instant, causing them to fall back with injuries.

The strength can be imagined as terrifying.

Her purpose is clear: to be a data room in the factory's large manufacturing building.

The thick black iron door looked like a pile of broken copper and iron in front of her eyes, and a huge tail burning with blue flames extended from behind her and flew quickly towards the black iron door.

Bang!

The explosion kicked up a large amount of smoke and dust, which began to rush in all directions, obscuring people's vision.

It can be vaguely seen that a shocking hole has appeared in the black iron door that can protect against the bombardment of high-level ninjutsu.