Chapter 397 Invitation

Konoha 60 years, January.

In the winter snow-pile forest, a huge wild boar runs fast in the forest. When it runs, it drives icy snowflakes flying. On the pale and boundless snow, there are hoof prints visible to the naked eye.

Wild boars are just ordinary beasts, not rare psychic beasts, but their sense of danger still surpasses that of humans.

Perceived a cold aura locked on him in the dark, no matter what, it made him restless, and he could only run in more complicated terrain to avoid the pursuit of the hunter in the dark.

Although I don't know whether the hunter in the dark is a human being or a beast stronger than myself, it is enough to run all the way according to this instinct of escape.

boom!

Without any warning, a light stretched out from the darkness.

The wild boar running away in the forest froze, slid a certain distance on the snow, and then lay motionless on the snow.

The head was pierced by some kind of small object from the side.

The white snow on the ground turned blood red.

In the grass thousands of meters away, a boy with white pupils, about twelve years old, clearly saw that his mission target was killed through his eyesight and perspective.

So he exhaled lightly, took a long-range sniper weapon named 'sniper rifle', stood up from the snow-covered ground, and patted the white snow on the clothes in front of him.

He carried the heavy sniper rifle behind his back, and his figure quickly ran towards the place where the target was killed.

In less than half a minute, the boy with white pupils arrived at the scene of the incident.

Beside the wild boar corpse, there was a black-haired boy wearing a monocle and a white coat. He was slightly older than himself, about fifteen or sixteen years old. He stood there with his hands in his pockets, looking down at the wild boar that was killed by a sniper bullet, as if observing something.

Hearing the sound of footsteps, he turned his head and saw the white-eyed boy who was younger than himself. He smiled in an appreciative tone: "Good job, Cai, and the target at a distance of 1,400 yards was easily eliminated. Compared with the previous period, he has made a lot of progress. How is it? Is the sniper rifle that I improved is still easy to use?"

"The feel is very good, and the weight is relatively moderate. The only problem is that I think the magnification lens that comes with the sniper rifle is a bit redundant."

The boy with white pupils gave a fairly pertinent evaluation.

"Uh... that is for people like you with white eyes, the magnifying glass is indeed a bit redundant. But military snipers, it is impossible for everyone to have white eyes. Sometimes, those snipers who don't have white eyes have to be considered."

The black-haired boy in a white coat scratched his head helplessly.

The boy who is one year old and one small is Uchiha Asuka and Chiba Aya.

Although they are not real brothers, but half-brothers, the two have lived in the same place since they were young, and they have a deep relationship with each other. Not being real brothers is better than real brothers.

Three years have passed since the kingdom of ghosts became the sixth largest country.

The current status of the sixth largest country in the ghost country is not as unstable as it was three years ago. With the rapid development in the past few years, the ghost country has quickly established its own alliance forces in the western part of the mainland, making the status of the sixth largest country even more deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

The allied powers with Ghost Country as the core country mainly include Bear Country, You Country, and Snow Country. You Country has tended to dominate the Ghost Country since ancient times. Needless to say, the Bear Country also publicly became a subsidiary country of the Ghost Country three years ago, and sooner or later it will be unified and merged into the management system of the Ghost Country.

The Kingdom of Snow also has an unclear relationship with the Kingdom of Ghosts, and the high-level contacts are also extremely close. Although it has not been officially announced, intelligence personnel from various countries must guess something based on some clues.

However, under the premise that the other five big countries did not speak, even the small countries that had quite objected to this had no choice but to pretend not to see it.

In addition, there are several small countries with very small land areas on the map. In order to adapt to the development of the new era, they also mean to move closer to the country of ghosts.

Because there were many conflicts and conflicts with the big country Wind Country and Earth Country in the past, but due to the powerful forces of the two big countries, they had to bear it.

Nowadays, there is a new pattern in the western part of the mainland, and the country of ghosts, which has not had many grievances and conflicts with them in the past, has become the first choice to move closer to it.

Regarding this, the Kingdom of Ghosts does not reject anyone who comes. Compared with other big countries, the Kingdom of Ghosts is indeed weaker in this regard, and urgently needs new blood to join.

With the current size of the Kingdom of Ghosts, as long as it doesn't eat up too much land and population in one bite, there won't be too many hidden dangers.

The land under its rule is already comparable to other big countries. With the expansion of the territory, the population has also increased significantly, and it is not considered to be the bottom of the big countries.

The only problem is that once a war breaks out, there will no longer be any buffer zones between the Kingdom of Wind and the Kingdom of Earth, which are also big countries, and the territories will start to border each other.

As for the country of ghosts, with the increase in territory and population, coupled with the vigorous economic development, the industrial system will be more and more perfect.

Whether it is civilian industry or military industry, compared with three years ago, there has been more obvious progress.

Among them, the sniper rifle is an insignificant new weapon produced during the development of military technology.

But this kind of insignificant new weapon is very terrifying in terms of individual combat capabilities, especially when combined with the supercilious eyes of the Hyuga clan, it becomes even more terrifying.

Especially in a complex terrain environment, Baiyan can ignore all terrain and obstacles, find the target position accurately, and just need to find a good angle to start long-distance hunting at any time.

The supercilious eyes with far-sightedness, perspective, insight, and the ability to adjust the focus arbitrarily, combined with the sniper rifle with long-range sniper capability, is simply a tactical combination made in heaven.

Generally speaking, ninjutsu that exceeds the attack range of ten meters can be classified as long-range ninjutsu.

Within five meters, it is classified as short-range ninjutsu.

Five to ten meters is medium-range ninjutsu.

Ninjas will judge the characteristics of themselves and the enemy based on the ninjutsu of these three distances, and formulate appropriate tactical battles.

Usually, ninjas who are good at long-range ninjutsu have an advantage over mid-range and short-range ninjas in battle.

The so-called "one inch is longer and one inch is stronger" is the truth.

Individual weapons like sniper rifles, which have a range of more than one kilometer and can accurately snipe the enemy from a long distance, are definitely a weapon beyond common sense in the ninja world.

In fact, if it is not limited by the attack range of the sniper rifle, with the observation ability of white eyes, it is possible to directly and accurately snipe the target from five kilometers away.

Even if the enemy detects the position, the sniper with white eyes can immediately move his position, because the distance between himself and the enemy is too far, and the sniper cannot immediately lock the exact position of the sniper, unless it is a perception ninja.

It can be said that as long as this ultrlong-range sniper tactic is maintained, the ninjas of the Hyuga clan are inherently invincible.

Even if you encounter a problem, you can use the ability of Baiyan to quickly leave the battlefield and escape thousands of miles away.

"That's true, but unfortunately, this weapon can't be used in the official exam. Otherwise, even the difficult Chunin exam can be easily passed."

Cai reached out and touched the heavyweight sniper rifle on her back, feeling sorry.

Accustomed to this convenient way of fighting, he felt more than once that traditional ninja tactics had been gradually eliminated by scientifically manufactured weapons.

Of course, it is not completely eliminated, but requires the combination of traditional tactics and science of the new era, and the diversification of tactics.

Abandon the cumbersome things in traditional tactics and choose more direct and effective scientific ninja tactics.

Even so, in the official ninja exam, weapons with super abilities such as sniper rifles are prohibited from being used in the exam.

"The basic quality of a ninja will determine the upper limit that a ninja can achieve with weapons. Ordinary people drive flying ninjas, and ninjas drive flying ninjas. In the rating assessment, ninjas often score the highest."

Asuka said disapprovingly.

The reason is that even if the same weapons and equipment are used, the basic quality of the ninja determines that they can get started with various weapons faster.

Nerve response is also stronger than that of ordinary people.

Even if you are manipulating a flying ninja and performing bombing practice, after finding the target, the ninja can quickly attack the target with a relatively accurate bombing method according to your own reaction ability.

There is also the ability to capture motion, which is also an advantage for ninjas.

Even the scientific weapons of the new era still cannot change the fact that people create and use them.

As long as human flesh and blood are used to control weapons, the details will determine the gap between ninjas and ordinary people in using scientific weapons.

Nerve response and dynamic vision are the top priorities.

Moreover, there will be cases where weapons are damaged, and the ninja's own abilities will also determine the outcome of the battle.

Because of this, with the gradual popularization of scientific weapons, the kingdom of ghosts has paid more attention to the basic abilities of ninjas, instead of only cultivating the ability of ninjas to use weapons in the new era.

"The Chunin Exam is the same. This is a test of the ninja's own abilities. Scientific weapons that are too advanced will naturally be classified as prohibited. However, for you, the Chunin Exam is still several years away."

Different from the six-year education in other ninja villages, the Ninja Country in Ghost Country adopts nine-year education for ninja training.

Cai is only a sixth-year student now, and she still has three years to study in school.

After graduation, they will be automatically incorporated into the military system and registered in the army. But you also have to go through the internship period of the ninja, and then you can pass the recommendation of leading the ninja to take the zhongnin exam.

At that time, you can choose to stay in the army, or go to the National Guard, and be transferred to the central or local government.

At Cai's age, if she wants to take the Chunin Exam, she needs a three-year study period, and then there is a half-year or one-year internship as a Genin before she can take the Chunin Exam.

As for this kind of thing, Asuka felt that there was nothing to worry about.

Cai looked up at Asuka, and said, "That's not necessarily true, brother Asuka. Dad mentioned something to me a few days ago. It is said that the military will select some students with better grades from the school this year to enter the internship period of Genin ahead of time. The selection range is from the sixth grade to the eighth grade."

Because the ninth grade students will graduate normally in March and April this year, they don't need to graduate early, they just need to graduate at the normal pace and become Genin.

"Huh? Is there such a thing?"

Asuka was slightly surprised.

This was the first time he had heard of it.

"Maybe it's because Brother Feiniao, you are a graduate this year, so you didn't notify me in advance when you were in school."

Cai guessed.

"There is also this possibility."

Asuka felt that Cai's analysis made sense.

He is a ninth-grade student at Ninja School. According to normal procedures, he will graduate in March this year and become a ninja.

Although he has been absorbed into the research department of the military in advance, and his position is a senior technician consultant, but in essence, it cannot change the fact that he is a recent graduate of the ninja school.

After all, the research department and the combat department are two completely different businesses.

But for him, whether it is the lower ninja, the middle ninja, or the upper ninja, it is just a process.

So he is not particularly keen on the Chunin Exam that will be held in the second half of this year, and he usually doesn't pay much attention to the Chunin Exam.

"You say that, Cai, do you want to graduate early and take this year's Chunin exam?"

Asuka asked seriously.

"With this consideration, although my father did not give an accurate answer, my mother hopes that I will participate."

I have finished all the courses in the school.

The so-called actual combat training has also accumulated a wealth of actual combat experience through practicing with family members.

Many times, the body will be covered with injuries, and it is normal to see blood.

The rest is only real combat, but that requires the tempering of blood and fire, which is fundamentally different from actual combat training.

Only real fighting can improve him now.

"It's really strange, obviously you are not like Auntie Ayane, who needs to inherit the position of patriarch of the Hyuga clan."

Asuka was puzzled.

Although the Kingdom of Ghosts is surrounded by enemies, the rest of the big countries are very restrained and don't want to provoke the Kingdom of Ghosts.

So today's international environment is relatively peaceful.

Even Yun Yin, who has been collecting secret arts all over the ninja world, has become more low-key recently, focusing on safety, probably because he doesn't want to get the top position of the five major powers with great difficulty. If something happens, his style of doing things is not as arrogant and domineering as in the past, and he has begun to cultivate his self-cultivation.

Without such external pressure, the competition between countries is also within the controllable range. Therefore, Ayane asked Cai to graduate early and take part in this year's Chunin exam, which made Asuka a little puzzled.

It's not that you don't think the ability of the same color, but that there is no need to do so, just follow the procedure steadily.

In addition, Cai's surname follows his father's surname. It can be seen that Cai is different from him. He doesn't have too much pressure from the family. He doesn't need to rush for success and gain the strength to be recognized by the family behind him.

The nature of the problem is slightly different from the 'shame' of the Uchiha clan like him.

"I heard that sister Yi Ji graduated early in the past."

Cai said.

"Ah, you don't have to compare that monster."

Asuka shook his head slightly.

The Uchiha family is a family that obeys power first.

The strongest is the patriarch. This rule has been true since ancient times.

All the fame of the patriarch is based on his own strength.

Compared to his younger sister Yi Ji, his talent as a ninja really pales in comparison.

The natural three-god jade sharingan, and the chakra that is comparable to the tailed beast, the starting point of the opponent is already the end point that many ninjas can't reach in their lives.

Even as an elder brother, he still doesn't know how strong his younger sister has grown.

After all, it will not be lower than the five shadows.

"What monster? Are you talking about something interesting?"

A cold voice suddenly came from behind.

The figures of Asuka and Cai froze.

Turning around, I saw a cold and beautiful girl's face. Compared with a few years ago, she was much more mature, and her face was gradually getting rid of immaturity. She stood on the snow with no expression on her face, looking at the two of them.

"Uh, Ichihime, why are you here?"

Asuka was surprised by the girl's arrival, and then looked away a little guilty.

Because it is the Chinese New Year, the other party will also return to the Kingdom of Ghosts from the Kingdom of Waves to enjoy the opportunity to reunite with their families.

"The old man asked me to come and tell you to go home for dinner."

"Have you reached this point yet?"

"You guys have been out for too long. Hurry up, I'm hungry."

Yi Ji urged the two of them.

"knew."

Asuka disposed of the wild boar's body on the snow, and Aya followed Kazuki and left the woods.

"United with other countries to hold Chunin exams?"

In the study, Shiraishi mentioned this matter to Liuli.

Three years have passed, and their appearance has basically not changed much, maintaining a very young state.

This youthful state is not only reflected in the appearance, but also affects various functions of the body. Even the energy remains extremely strong.

"Yes, as the status of the sixth largest country in the ghost country is gradually stabilized, it also has the confidence to further demonstrate its strength to other countries to expand its international influence."

Even with the emergence of technology, the status of ninjas has not been eliminated.

The diversity of tactics has instead become an important topic studied by various countries today.

But it does not mean that traditional ninja skills will be abandoned.

On the contrary, the other big countries can naturally understand the truth of what the ghost country can think of. No matter how powerful the technological weapons are, they need equally powerful ninjas to control and use them, so that they can be used to the limit.

The advantage of ninjas over ordinary people is too powerful.

Therefore, for the selection exams for Chunin, all countries that have a ninja village will increase the difficulty year by year and improve the selection criteria for Chunin.

Using the Chunin Exam to show strength to other countries will also become a limited-scale 'war' between countries.

The kingdom of ghosts at this time is no longer the small country that needed to take advantage of the chaos of the ninja world war to develop.

Since joining the arena of major powers, it is necessary to compete for the right to speak internationally.

This is something that every big country is longing for.

Inviting other countries to hold the Chunin Exam together is a good opportunity to demonstrate the power of the country.

"No wonder you decided to let some students graduate from the ninja school early this year. Is it because of this idea?"

Liuli rubbed her chin and thought for a while, and thought of the key point.

"Although the order has not been formally issued, I plan to implement the specific early graduation measures around March. Students aged 12 to 15 will be allowed to graduate early this year. But the graduation standard is those excellent students who have already completed their studies and are only short of practical ability."

Chunin is nothing to a ninja at Shiraishi's level.

But for most students who have not yet graduated from ninja school, it is still a very difficult threshold.

Geniuses with the ability to skip grades are rare after all.

Most ninjas have ordinary talents and need to graduate according to normal procedures.

These students are naturally not among the candidates for early graduation.

And even if it is to show other countries the ninja ability of one's own country, one must follow the principle of "merit admission".

"In this case, let Asuka take part in it. He happens to be graduating this year."

Liuli decided to go down.

"It's not just Asuka, Ayane seems to be planning to let Cai graduate in March this year in advance, and then immediately enter the Genin practice period to prepare for the Chunin exam. At that time, let their brothers form a team, otherwise I don't worry about Cai's safety."

Although he knows that Aya's talent as a ninja is higher than that of her elder brother Asuka, Shiraishi recognizes Asuka's ability more than Aya.

As far as ninjas are concerned, Cai is indeed better.

A lot of things other than ninja are areas that Asuka is good at.

Even Asuka's Sharingan has a very low level of awakening, and it can only evolve to Ergouyu at the age of fifteen.

As far as the ninjas of the new era are concerned, Asuka can participate in the Chunin exam as a team leader, but Aya cannot.

"Is it colorful?"

Liuli nodded slightly.

Aya is not his own son, but he has trained the other party in the past, and knows that the other party is very strong in ninja talent. And with the addition of Baiyan, many dangers can be avoided.

Liuli is very appreciative of Baiyan's detection ability.

During the White Fang Squad, Ayane was everyone's eyes.

It is also reasonable for Yun Yin to covet Bai Baiyan.

Blank is too powerful in terms of strategic value.

"Do you have a choice for the third person in the team?"

Liuli asked.

"There are a few candidates, but they are still under consideration. According to my original intention, I intend to select a perceptual ninja from the Uzumaki clan to join Asuka and Cai's team. Before that, we must discuss it with the other major powers in advance."

"Then what is your choice?"

"Every big country invites once, and small countries with ninja villages will also invite. As for how many countries can agree, it is unknown."

That's what he said, but Shiraishi showed a confident smile on his face.

This is an opportunity to collect information on the ghost country in a fair and honest way. The small country is not sure, but after the big country learns about the actions of the ghost country, it will definitely take corresponding measures to test the military power of the ghost country.

(end of this chapter)