Chapter 404 Graduation

Deep in the forest where there are few human beingsa huge underground space like a labyrinth.

Candles are burning on the snake-shaped candlesticks, illuminating the passage of the maze.

Following a knock on the door, a hoarse and deep male voice came from the room:

"Come in."

Holding a cylinder in his hand and wearing a ninja headpiece from Otoyin Village on his head, a boy with six arms walked into the room.

There are various experimental equipment and human body materials in the room. The strange-shaped creatures soaked in the glass cylinder obviously have very strong life fluctuations, and they are not dead objects.

This is obviously an extremely top-secret laboratory.

Although it was not the first time he came here, the boy couldn't help but shudder every time he saw the strange creatures soaked in the cylinder solution.

It is said that this is an ancient creature called a dinosaur.

Extract the DNA of dinosaurs from ancient fossils, resurrect them with forbidden techniques, and summon them to the present era.

With the supply of Chakra, this creature is more ferocious and brutal than the original ancient dinosaurs.

"Master Orochimaru, Mizuki has brought back what you asked for."

The boy walked towards the center of the laboratory.

A black long-haired man with candle-like transparent skin stood there with a pensive expression on his face, as if he was thinking about something.

"Are you back? Then you can arrange for him, Kidomaru."

Orochimaru turned his head, glanced at the boy, and ordered him.

Orochimaru did not expect that an idle chess piece back then could play such a big role today.

But this is also good, it can save him a lot of effort.

Even small roles can one day play a vital role.

What's more, this small character also has a strong ambition to climb up.

For a commoner without any background, he is quite a guy.

Since the other party has proved his worth, he will not be stingy in giving the other party new strength.

This kind of ambitious people will be useful one day sooner or later.

"yes."

The young man named Kidomaru's expression became serious.

As he spoke, he put the cylinder-shaped chakra storage on the table in front of Orochimaru. In the storage, a certain amount of Nine-Tails Chakra was stored, which was a very important research material.

"Other than that, this is what Danzo entrusted Mizuki to bring over, and it seems to be a new cooperation content."

Kidomaru also handed over a scroll.

"Put it here."

Orochimaru didn't pick it up, but said this sentence casually.

"yes."

Kidomaru put down the scroll, turned and left the laboratory.

Oshemaru put the scroll aside, and has no time to deal with Danzo for the time being.

He is not so enthusiastic about the cooperation with Danzo now.

Whether it is his own research on the forbidden technique of reincarnation, or the research on the taboo that Nagato entrusted him with, the documents in Konoha's hands can no longer bring him any substantive help.

His path has long deviated from Konoha's original track, and the research task entrusted to him by Nagato is related to taboo forces such as reincarnation eyes and ten tails. No matter which one it is, Konoha is not involved deeply.

The next research can only be done with my own hands.

Or look for an ancient country like the Lituo Kingdom. Only by obtaining materials and documents from the era of the Immortals of the Six Paths from that country with ancient civilizations can be helpful to his research.

However, in this kind of matter, maybe the research system of the kingdom of ghosts can also bring new ideas to oneself.

Oshemaru heard from Nagato that Chiba Shiraishi can split his soul and integrate it into the yin and yang attribute chakra in order to create a powerful individual clone.

These avatars have independent thoughts and have different systems of spell power. A single avatar is not a threat, but once the avatars get together, it will become extremely difficult.

The existence of Chiko and Tianyunu that appeared in Konoha's intelligence system were mistaken for ninjas of unknown origin, and the unknown thing that wiped out thousands of sand hidden ninjas was also suspected to be some kind of mysterious and unknown psychic beast.

But these intelligence information are actually misleading.

That is not a ninja at all, nor is it a psychic beast.

Those existences are all soul clones of Chiba Shiraishi. An unknown life form that is similar to human beings but differs greatly from human beings in terms of life characteristics.

"Soul...Although they are all exploring life, it is completely different from the path I take."

Orochimaru was thoughtful.

He comprehended the true meaning of longevity from the profound meaning of the soul.

As for Qianye Shiraishi, in the profound meaning of the soul, what he comprehends is the creation of life.

are essentially studying the core of life.

The difference is that he focuses on the continuation of life, and wants to achieve the realm of immortality and immortality.

While Chiba Shiraishi pays more attention to the natural development of life itself. Those fresh and independent clones are proof of that.

But no matter which path reaches the limit, it is no different from the so-called 'God'.

Immortality and life creation are things that only 'God' can do.

A look of regret flashed in Orochimaru's eyes.

The abilities involving soul and life forbidden art are too weird and unpredictable, just like it is impossible for him to share his forbidden reincarnation art with others, and study the weakness of his reincarnation art from the art.

It is also impossible for Chiba Shiraishi to exchange his forbidden technique of creating life with him, and to communicate and discuss with each other.

Because that is tantamount to exposing one's own weaknesses to outsiders without reservation.

Once the other party has strange thoughts, especially if the other party has explored the art of life to a very deep level, then the consequences will be unimaginable.

This is different from the foundational technique of Yin Yang Dun. This kind of life technique is the source of their life and death.

Unless it is a close person who can entrust his life, this secret cannot be shared, nor can it be used to trade with outsiders.

Regarding this, Orochimaru can only regret it.

However, Orochimaru was not discouraged. After regretting for a while, he calmed down.

His golden snake eyes turned to the cylinder storage of the Nine-Tails Chakra, stuck out his tongue and licked his lips, revealing a horrified smile.

"The Yang-attribute Nine-Tails Chakra is in hand, now we can officially start the experiment."

I haven't had such a headache for a long time.

Since the talks in the Land of Rain three years ago, this is the first time that Hiichi has had such a headache in the past few years.

Throat seemed to be blocked by something, put down the pipe, then sat on the seat, coughing violently for a while.

Mizuki is missing.

It should have been possible to use the information in Mizuki's mind to catch a big fish, and even deal with more 'nails' in Konoha. However, now that Mizuki mysteriously disappears from the interrogation room of the torture unit, the important secret that Mizuki carries is also lost.

Using Nine-Tails Jinchuriki and the Sealed Book as bait, an important clue that was finally seduced disappeared before his eyes.

If you want to say that you are unwilling, it must exist. And it is quite unwilling.

There is also anger.

Cleared up the problems in the Anbu, but there was another problem in the torture department.

Next, is it the turn to investigate the intelligence class and perception class?

Regarding this point, Ri Zhan undoubtedly felt very sad and helpless.

But even so, Hirazan couldn't show any emotion on his face that would worry his subordinates.

He adjusted his mood, endured the humiliation, and asked silently:

"...Are you sure it was made by Orochimaru?"

"Yes, judging from the traces at the scene, it is Orochimaru's ninjutsu. The residual substance also matches the chakra characteristics of Orochimaru."

Minister of the Torture Department Ibiki Morino replied.

Oshemaru used to be Konoha's ninja, and in Konoha, naturally there is also Oroshemaru's chakra information. As long as some residual materials from the scene are collected and matched with the research department, you can know who left the Chakra trace.

Although it may be imitated by some kind of technique, the characteristics of chakra are the unique and exclusive marks of each ninja. Even the best camouflage technique cannot be completely consistent. What's more, this point has also been determined by the people in the research department.

"Not only that, but the residual substance seems to be very similar to the power of the curse seal on Mitarai Anko Jonin's body."

In order to give this answer, Yibixi presented more convincing evidence.

Mitarai Red Bean is a member of Konoha's special jonin.

Used to be a disciple of Orochimaru, one of the Sannin.

Before Orochimaru left, he left a curse mark on the opponent's body. Konoha also studied this, but in the end because of the lack of core data, he could only use the sealing technique to barely suppress the power of the curse mark on the opponent's body, and could not completely eradicate it.

Sun Zhan was silent.

His previous guess can be said to be completely wrong.

Mizuki is not a spy of Oni Nation, but Orochimaru's team member who stayed in Konoha. This matter has nothing to do with Oni Nation.

Because I was too jealous of the kingdom of ghosts, I must have been negligent in guarding against Orochimaru.

This made Ri Zhan feel quite self-blame.

Although the Kingdom of Demons is Konoha's confidant, Orochimaru is also a person who knows Konoha well, and during Konoha's period, he was closer to the core of Konoha's management than Chiba Shiraishi and others. In terms of threat level, Orochimaru is not weaker than the Kingdom of Demons.

In some respects, it may surpass the Kingdom of Ghosts.

At this moment, Kakashi entered the office after knocking on the door.

Seeing that Yibixi was also here, the two sides nodded to each other, which was regarded as a greeting.

Afterwards, Kakashi didn't care whether Ibiki was present or not, and reported directly: "Master Naruto, Chunin Chie Tsubaki is missing."

Chie Tsubaki, has been listed as the fiance of B-rank Konoha defected ninja Mizuki.

is also Mizuki's only living relative. The two are childhood sweethearts and have been in love since they were teenagers.

The two got engaged a few months ago and plan to get married this year.

Same as Mizuki, Chie Tsubaki is also a Chunin of Konoha. Unlike Mizuki who works in the ninja school, the other party is the logistics staff of Konoha Hospital. He knows some medicine and medicine, but he is not a medical ninja.

"Who is her boss?"

"Director of the pharmacy department Masumi Asami. Chie Tsubaki is in the pharmacy department and is in charge of delivering medicines and moving equipment. She suddenly disappeared while on duty last night."

Kakashi replied.

"Send Anbu to assist Asami Masumi in the investigation, and Mizuki also dispatches a squad of Anbe to continue to follow up. If it really doesn't work, let it go."

Ri Zhan sighed helplessly.

He also knew that if he sent Anbu to investigate at this time, it would be impossible to find anything useful.

But he didn't say anything, and it seemed that Konoha's handling of this matter was a complete failure.

The only good news is that Naruto, who is Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, still has a very strong sense of belonging to Konoha, and there are no irreversible problems.

It is a blessing in misfortune.

If even Nine-Tails Jinchuriki had uncontrollable problems in this riot that he deliberately indulged, Hiruzen dared not imagine such a situation.

"yes."

"Both of you go down, and you can decide for yourself about the aftermath."

The Anbu and the Torture Department have important matters to deal with, Hirizhan doesn't want to delay the work progress of Kakashi and Ibiki.

Kakashi and Ibiki didn't say anything, and seemed to know that Hirizan was in a bad mood, so they walked out of the office together.

Outside, Yibixi sighed: "I always feel that the burden on Master Hokage is getting heavier and heavier. If the candidate for the fifth Hokage can be decided as soon as possible, the situation may be much better."

"It depends on whether Tsunade-sama is willing or not. For this kind of thing, we only need to do our own work well."

Kakashi replied.

The placement of the Fifth Hokage is indeed a major event for Konoha.

For Junin of their level, they have more or less their own eyes and ears, and it is not difficult to guess what the high-level people think about this matter.

Oshemaru, one of the three ninjas, is already Konoha's enemy, so he ignores political affairs and is responsible for collecting intelligence for Konoha. And with the opponent's jumping temperament, it is not suitable for Hokage's position.

Neither Kakashi nor Ibiki dared to imagine what a person like Jiraiya would do to Konoha after he became Hokage.

The only person who has the ability and reputation to serve as the Fifth Hokage, Tsunade is the only one who is qualified among the Sannin.

As for the rest, they are either too old, or too young, with insufficient qualifications to be qualified for the position of Hokage.

"I'll trouble you next time, Kakashi. I need your help to investigate spies."

Yibixi turned her head and said.

"Ah, you should discuss this matter with Tianzang. I will temporarily leave Anbu to work for a while."

Kakashi scratched his head and said embarrassedly.

"Temporarily leave Anbu? What's going on here?"

Yibixi's face was full of surprise.

Kakashi is the head of the Anbu, and strictly speaking, he is also the immediate boss of the Torture Department, because the Torture Department is a branch of the Anbu, just like the root.

Regarding the resignation of Anbu Minister, it is neither big nor small, but there was no news at all before, and Ibiki was really surprised to hear that Kakashi was leaving Anbu all of a sudden.

Kakashi sighed and said: "Oh, I don't know what Hokage-sama thinks... Among the graduates of Ninja School this year, there is a special student. Hokage-sama wants me to lead and guide the team in person."

Yibixi frowned.

Leading a team of Jonin? No matter what you say about this kind of thing, it's not Kakashi's turn to mount the horse himself, right?

"Special students?"

"It's Uchiha Sasuke...but now maybe there is a more troublesome kid."

Kakashi shook his head helplessly.

"The orphan of the Uchiha clan? That's really a bit of a headache."

As for the more troublesome kid... Yibixi thought about it a bit, and then she knew who this more troublesome kid was.

Nine Tails Jinchuriki Uzumaki Naruto.

I heard that the opponent learned the multiple shadow clone technique in the sealed book, and after borrowing the power of Kyuubi, he defeated Mizuki.

With the acquiescence of Hokage, he passed the 're-examination' and successfully graduated from the ninja school.

Thinking of this, Ibixi looked at Kakashi with pity.

These two, no matter which one they are, are existences at the level of a hot potato, and the rest of the jounin are afraid to avoid them and dare not provoke them.

Nine-Tails Jinchuriki is okay, but Uchiha Sasuke...maybe because of this, he will be targeted by the Uchiha clan in the kingdom of ghosts.

Ibiki also understood why Hokage let Kakashi leave Anbu temporarily.

Among Konoha, Kakashi is probably the only one who can take on this task.

"I'm a hard worker by nature. Forget it, let's not talk about it, investigate the internal affairs of the torture department, you go ask Tianzang, I have already said hello to him. During the period when you are leading the Jnin, it is considered a vacation."

Kakashi reluctantly convinced himself with such an excuse.

"Thanks. Then, I will take my leave. I wish you a pleasant 'vacation'."

Ibiki patted Kakashi on the shoulder, smiled, and disappeared from the spot with the instant body technique.

The country of ghosts.

The forest at dusk is filled with thin white mist, completely covering the huge forest with a radius of tens of kilometers, forming a Jedi that no one can detect.

Looking up at the sky that was about to darken, Asuka didn't know how many times he sighed.

His face and clothes were covered with a lot of dust, and he looked very embarrassed.

This forest with a radius of tens of kilometers is the place where the Ninja School graduation exam will be held this year.

The subjects of this year's ninja school graduation exam-survival in the wild, intelligence interpretation and collection.

All the students taking the graduation exam have to survive in the wild for a week in this huge forest.

Before the exam, the examiner confiscated all the ninja tools of the students, and only allowed the students to keep a handful of kunai, and distributed simple survival props to each student, such as antipyretics, tea cups, etc.

In addition to this, students cannot bring anything other than the rules.

Besides, during the test period, the students have to face sneak attacks from time to time by the examiners who sneak into the forest. If they don't want to be harassed while sleeping, they have to hide in a place where the examiners won't notice.

Once the examiner notices the trace, don't even think about resting in the forest with peace of mind.

Until I was unbearably harassed by the examiner and gave up the exam.

The second item is to search for the three scrolls hidden in the forest under the pressure of living in the wild and being harassed by the examiners.

Each scroll comes with an examination question. After opening the scroll, it needs to be interpreted on the spot.

Unfortunately, the examiners who entered the forest to harass would squat at the scroll position from time to time to watch the students arrive.

Therefore, every time you get a scroll, you must quickly interpret the correct intelligence answer in the scroll, and then quickly leave the scene to avoid being targeted by the examiner.

Before entering the examination room, each student carries a map. On each map, the location of the three scrolls belonging to their intelligence examination questions will be marked for students to find.

And in every area of the forest, a large number of monitors will be installed to observe the movements of each student and prevent students from any uncontrollable accidents during the exam.

"One day left..."

Asuka gasped wearily, and touched the three scrolls in the ninja bag.

The above information has been deciphered, and all that remains is to stay in the forest until the end of the exam time.

If it was just information interpretation and collection work, then he could leave the forest right now and complete the graduation exam.

But intelligence interpretation and collection tasks are only one part of the exam.

Surviving in the wild for a week is also a necessary step for the graduation exam.

In view of this, although Asuka complained in his heart, it was impossible to give up at this time.

Thinking that a few months later, there will be a more difficult Chunin exam waiting for him, and it is the so-called joint Chunin exam, Asuka smiled wryly.

Just the genin ninja graduation exam is so difficult, it's hard to imagine how difficult it will be to join the chunin exam.

The elite ninjas from so many countries gathered together, and Asuka's heart had already begun to retreat.

Just when he was lamenting the joint Chunin exam a few months later, Sasha's voice suddenly came from his ears, someone was quickly approaching his position.

Asuka's expression changed, and he swiftly ran away.

This group of examiners is really lingering, their noses are as sensitive as dogs.

He didn't want his last day to be so uneasy.

the next day.

When the sun shines on the edge of the forest, the students who are taking graduation exams in the forest return to the camp according to the route they entered the forest a week ago against the rising sun.

In front of the gate of the camp, more than a dozen ninja examiners have been standing there waiting for a long time.

"Congratulations on successfully passing the exam. From now on, you will officially become Genin."

An examiner said with a smile.

The student who walked out of the forest seemed to have let go of all the burdens on his body, and fell to the ground exhausted. Hearing the examiner announce that he had passed the exam and became a Genin, there was no joy on his face.

In the foggy forest, while looking for scrolls, and at the same time preventing the harassment of the examiners, survive in the wild for a week in the forest.

For the students of the ninja school, this is by no means an easy task.

Even the joy of becoming a renunciation should be celebrated after a rest.

Seeing that most of the students who walked out of the forest fell down or sat in front of the camp to rest on their own, the examiners didn't care.

After all, they have come all the way in the past.

Students today are simply repeating what they have experienced in the past.

Anyway, most of the students here are fifteen or sixteen years old. Compared with other ninjas in Ninja Village, they graduated from school three years later. Naturally, the difficulty of the graduation exam will increase accordingly.

If you just take an exam like the Three Body Technique, it is really too boring, and there is no reference value.

They understand the students' fatigue at the moment.

Asuka did not lie down, but managed to maintain a standing posture. He came to his younger brother Cai who was taking the graduation exam with him.

The other party also has dust on his body, but it is almost negligible, and his face is not tired, and he is full of energy.

"Cai, you look so energetic, haven't you been harassed by the examiner these days?"

Seeing Aya full of energy, Asuka couldn't help asking curiously.

Cai tilted his head, pondered for a while and said, "You mean this, at first someone came to harass me, but after I knocked out all the harassing examiners and hung them on the tree, the surrounding became much quieter. Why, brother Feiniao, didn't you pass the exam in this way?"

Asuka asked such a question, he was puzzled.

In fact, I personally prefer peace and don't like to use violence to solve problems.

Asuka didn't show any embarrassment on his face, and answered decently.

(end of this chapter)