Escape From Konoha

Under the shade of the sun-shading trees, Shiraishi found the Xuan Yuans led by Insect Man.

"Looking at the way you have returned without success, it seems that Sugi no Mura has indeed been wiped out."

"Yes, Lord Shiraishi."

Worm Man tells the truth.

Although this was due to the incompetence of the Xuan Yuans, they did not expect that the Raikage of Cloud Hidden Village would retaliate against Shanno Village so decisively, leaving them with no time to react.

This interrupted the reward mission this time.

But failure is failure, so Insect Man will not look for excuses to make excuses.

After all, it is impossible to guarantee a 100% mission completion rate for the Xuan Yuanzhong who are wandering in the underground black market.

Even for the Immortal Cape, the mission completion rate in the underground black market in the past was only over 90%. Now the task completion rate of Xuan Yuanzhong also fluctuates around this value.

"Also, there is one more thing worth noting."

Bug Man said as he remembered something.

"What?"

"The big shots behind the underground black market platform, as well as the bounty hunters who rely on the platform to survive, are very dissatisfied with the Kingdom of Ghosts' approach to eliminate the black market platform. Some of the powerful bounty hunters may be instigated by the big shots behind the scenes and take risks. , launched an assassination operation against Lord Shiraishi as a deterrent."

After all, the Kingdom of Ghosts not only eliminated its own domestic black market platform, but even the black market platforms of the surrounding small countries also suffered a devastating blow.

Doing so will undoubtedly shrink the underground black market trading market and harm the interests of the black market platform.

The interests of the black market platform will also have an adverse impact on the income of bounty hunters who rely on the platform to survive.

Although the black market platform has not yet done so, if the Kingdom of Ghosts continues to expand its influence and eliminate the underground black market platform, it will inevitably arouse the black market's revenge and anger those lawless bounty hunters.

At the same time, it will also make the big businessmen and officials behind the black market platform dissatisfied.

This means that once the enemies of big businessmen and officials escape into the protected area of ​​the Ghost Country's black market combat platform, they will not be able to carry out assassinations.

Doing so will undoubtedly offend many people directly or indirectly.

"This kind of thing has been expected for a long time. You just have to do your job well in the underground black market. When necessary, you can act as an internal agent and annihilate the black market forces in reverse."

Shiraishi was not surprised.

He instructs the military to eliminate the black market platform near the Kingdom of Ghosts. It is natural that he will be retaliated by the black market platform.

According to the character of those big businessmen and officials who control the black market platform, they will not remain indifferent.

The apparent threat to the Kingdom of Ghosts has been removed, so it would be a good choice to secretly train troops with these unscrupulous little ghosts.

Anyway, in his conception, the underground black market, a platform full of dark transactions, was originally a key target and should not remain in the world.

With the Xuan Yuanzhong as internal agents, they are enough to grasp the trends of the underground black market at the first time.

"yes!"

A sharp light flashed in the eyes of Chong Man and others.

Over the years, the five of them have not only completed bounty tasks in the underground black market, but also secretly explored the intricacies behind the scenes of the underground black market. Constantly traveling around to find out where each country's stronghold is.

At the same time, secretly hunt down those bounty hunters, businessmen, and officials who want to harm the Kingdom of Ghosts.

After all, the rapid development and astonishing wealth of the Ghost Country have already attracted many people to covet it.

The war between the Kingdom of Ghosts and the underground black market has already begun.

The path that the Kingdom of Ghosts takes is destined to touch the interests of most of the vested interests and knock them from the sky to dust.

"Go, the rest of the underground black market troops, a total of one hundred and thirty-two people, will also start hunting operations with you."

Shiraishi waved his hand.

Insect Man and the other five people nodded, and with a whoosh, they used the teleportation technique and disappeared from where they were.

"It seems that the underground black market is no longer a concern now."

Thundermaru said while standing on Shiraishi's shoulder.

"This kind of chaotic black market platform does not pose a threat in the first place. Not only are there few experts, but they are also a group of desperadoes who sell their lives for money. When faced with a real death threat, they are more willing to risk their lives than anyone else. Death. The fight with them is just a small fight."

"That's right. The power of the black market is too dispersed. If it could be concentrated, it might be a little tricky."

But this is impossible.

There are too many big businessmen and officials behind the black market, and their forces are divided into dozens or hundreds of groups. The secret competition between Konoha's top Hokage and the roots has made Konoha miserable. Power is dispersed into dozens or even hundreds of underground black markets. One can imagine how difficult it is to unify.

Baishi did not reply, but walked out of the cave, came to a clearing in the woods, and said:

"Let's separate here. You can now go to the Country of Waves to assist in the operation. I can return alone without you following me."

"Yes, then I will take my leave first, father."

Thunder Pill nodded slightly, jumped down from Shiraishi's shoulder, ran with his limbs quickly, and disappeared into the dense forest into a blue thunder light.

Watching Thunder Pill go away, Shiraishi withdrew his gaze and rushed back towards the Kingdom of Demons.

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At night.

"Well, Tsunade-sama, we have to be on the road tomorrow. It's best not to drink too much at night...and drinking too much wine is not good for your health."

Shizune sat aside, looking at Tsunade who was drinking continuously, causing her face to turn red, and couldn't help but give an admonishment.

"You're really verbose, Shizune. I'm a medical ninja. Of course I know my body well. It's okay."

Ignoring Shizune's advice, Tsunade picked up the bottle and took a sip into her mouth, making Shizune sigh.

Just because he is a medical ninja, he should not indulge himself like this.

Just when Shizune was about to admonish again, a voice suddenly reached her and Tsunade's ears:

"You are still here drinking alone late at night. Did you encounter something troublesome, Tsunade?"

Shizune looked up at the person, quite surprised.

"Jiraiya-sama?"

The visitor was none other than Jiraiya. He was standing in front of the wine table, teasing with a smile on his face.

Tsunade also woke up from her drunkenness, but the skin on her face was still red. She squinted her eyes and said, "Today's troubles are really happening one after another. Did you deliberately discuss them?"

Tsunade's words sounded a bit baffling to Jiraiya, but he didn't pay much attention to them.

Sitting opposite Tsunade, he smiled at Tsunade and said, "Don't say that. You left the village in a hurry before and I didn't have time to have a drink with you. I just make up for it today."

Shizune looked at Jiraiya slightly dissatisfied.

I almost forgot that Jiraiya, one of the three ninjas, was also an alcoholic, and he was a very poor alcoholic.

Not only that, he is also a hungry ghost in lust.

But Orochimaru, the only one who did not touch the three taboos of ninja, was an S-level dangerous rebellious ninja who betrayed the village.

"If you have something to say, say it quickly. If nothing happens, get out. I don't have time to listen to you beating around the bush here."

Tsunade said rudely without giving Jiraiya face.

Jiraiya was embarrassed for a moment, but he soon calmed down and said, "Actually, I came to you not only because of my personal wishes, but also because of Sarutobi-sensei's wishes."

"Pick up the key points."

Tsunade's voice deepened.

"Sarutobi-sensei and I both hope that you will return to assume the position of the Fifth Hokage."

Seeing Tsunade being so direct, Jiraiya didn't want to ask for help first and tell him his purpose directly.

"What's the reason?"

"You know my personality. I am too free-spirited and not suitable for managing a village. Moreover, Sarutobi-sensei is already old, and now something like this has happened to the Uchiha clan, plus the Kingdom of Demons... so The current international environment is very unfavorable to Konoha. Only you, as the granddaughter of the first Hokage, can go back and turn the tide."

"And then become a puppet like Minato?"

Tsunade was holding the bottle of wine that she had finished drinking, feeling a little restless.

"Sarutobi-sensei was also worried about the village at the beginning... Moreover, Minato has passed away, so let's not talk about the past anymore."

Speaking of this, Jiraiya also showed a trace of sadness in his eyes.

"That kind of nonsense is just to deceive an idiot like you who is easily moved by himself. Don't tell me that Uchiha matters have nothing to do with the higher-ups."

Tsunade sneered.

"Because of this, we need you to return to power. With your prestige, you are enough to become the fifth generation Hokage. To be honest, the current Sarutobi-sensei is already powerless to deal with the roots. As far as I know, the roots have recently been We are conducting some forbidden experiments, which may be related to tailed beasts.”

"Isn't that great? It can greatly enhance the strength of the village."

"This is different. Danzo's ideas are too extreme, and Danzo is very ambitious. Once he is allowed to dominate the voice of the village, a ninja war may immediately break out."

Jiraiya looked serious.

"It doesn't make any difference whether Konoha or other villages take the initiative to initiate the Ninja World War. People will die and fight anyway. It's just that Konoha under Danzo's leadership has changed from passive to active."

Tsunade said coldly.

Jiraiya looked at Tsunade in shock. He didn't expect Tsunade to say such words.

"Why do you say that?"

It was like getting to know Tsunade again.

"...It's nothing. I'm a little confused after drinking."

Tsunade also knew that she had made a mistake. In any case, her previous words were somewhat contrary to her grandfather's ideals.

If she made a change, it would first be disrespectful to her grandfather.

But... Tsunade remembered what Shiraishi said to herself in the afternoon.

Not only did he deny his grandfather, he also denied the daimyo and nobles. He wanted to reshuffle the entire world structure and establish a new system, which made her a little yearning.

If we continue to act like that, will the world really be a good place?

The ninja village system has many drawbacks.

Peace should not just be about enclosing land for self-entertainment, nor should it just be peace between daimyo and nobles.

If he were a civilian, he would want to live in the country of ghosts even more.

If more people knew about the living environment in the Ghost Country, would they follow suit and expect that kind of life?

Will her grandfather, Izumi Izumi, support her?

But... in this case, what is the value of Konoha... everything her grandfather left behind?

Thinking of this, Tsunade laughed at herself.

Really, as the successor of the Will of Fire, now I am beginning to question the will of my ancestors because of the few words of the traitor.

Peace...what does it look like?

Is it peace for the privileged classes such as daimyo, nobles, and ninjas, or... is it peace for more ordinary people, more mortals?

Jiraiya looked puzzled as Tsunade's hand picking up the empty wine bottle was trembling slightly.

He didn't know if Tsunade's hands were shaking because she drank too much, or if she was shaking because she was afraid of something.

Maybe it's the former.

In Jiraiya's impression, Tsunade has always been a strong woman who is fearless.

"Jiraiya..."

Tsunade's voice was a little hoarse.

"Um?"

"If you investigate the cause and effect of something, but you are afraid of breaking such rules and causing chaos that will overturn the world... what should you do?"

Tsunade stared intently at Jiraiya's face.

Jiraiya looked even more stunned, he was a little surprised that Tsunade would ask such a question.

Although it is a bit vague, the reason is probably understandable.

After thinking about the words for a while, Jiraiya replied: "It depends on the cause and effect of this matter, whether it can bring good things or bad things. After all, you also said that it is a chaos that is enough to overturn the world. If it happens, A lot of people will definitely die. If it were me, of course I would have to consider this kind of thing in the long term, make changes slowly, and find the best of both worlds to solve the cause and effect you talk about without destroying stability."

"That's it."

Tsunade smiled.

It's really a "self-made" answer.

"Leave this question aside, what are you thinking about the Fifth Hokage?"

I am also interested in this topic.

"My thoughts are in a mess right now, and I can't give an accurate answer. Decline Sarutobi-sensei's kindness for me."

Tsunade waved his hand, a bit reluctant to talk about this topic.

"Why? Among the leaves, only you have the ability to turn the tide."

With the current situation of Konoha, it is really not good in the world.

Various accidents have occurred one after another. Since the end of the Third Ninja World War, the number of Konoha's task entrustments has been decreasing year by year.

If this continues, it is bound to be overtaken by the rest of Ninja Village.

"I said that my mind is a bit confused, and I can't answer it now."

"Tsunade, you are a little strange today, what happened?"

Ji Lai also fell silent, and suddenly asked this question.

Tsunade dodged his gaze a little, put his hands on the table and stood up straight.

"It's nothing, you're thinking too much. I'm a little dizzy, I'm going to rest first. Mute, let's go."

After finishing speaking, Tsunade covered his forehead with a headache, pretended to be dizzy, and walked out of the room with Shizune's support.

"This Tsunade guy..."

Jiraiya squinted his eyes.

He had a hunch that something must have happened to Tsunade, otherwise today would not be so strange.

"It seems that it is not that simple to complete the old man's mission, and I am also a little concerned about the recent movements of the organization that Orochimaru belongs to..."

Zilai also has a headache.

Now that he is really weak, the pressure Konoha faces internationally, as well as the internal power and factional struggles, are also the local officials he is worried about.

Not only that, the two major tasks of convincing Tsunade and collecting the trends of the mysterious organization also fell on him.

Going further, the Kingdom of Ghosts cannot take it lightly.

Of all the threats today, the Kingdom of Ghosts is the greatest.

If Tsunade can serve as the fifth fire shadow at this time, then many problems can be solved easily.

To reverse Tsunade's mind, he can only take it slowly.

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Konoha Hospital.

The Pharmaceutical Analysis Institute, headed by Asami Masumi, the director of the pharmacy department, and a total of twenty-one Konoha elite medical ninjas, are conducting a secret research mission assigned by the village's top brass.

Taking "unknown poison" as the main subject of this research task, we started to analyze the unknown poison.

Asami Masumi held a small piece of finger-sized dark red transparent crystal in her hand. It was a rare crystal produced when an unknown poison was mixed with blood.

Such crystals were extradited from high-level officials to the hospital research institute. They asked the hospital research institute to analyze the medicinal properties of this crystal as quickly as possible, and to produce an ineffective and highly toxic resistant drug for this highly toxic substance.

This research work has been carried out for many days, but the progress of the analysis of the toxic pharmacology can still be described as slow.

Although they have concluded that there is an extremely terrifying secret hidden behind this poisonous crystal, but now they can't even see the shadow of the door that opens the secret, let alone peek at the secret behind the door.

"How? Still failed?"

Putting the crystal casually in a closed transparent bottle, Asami Masumi stuffed it into the pocket of her white coat, found the medical ninja who had finished the analysis, and asked.

On the tray of the detector, there is some dark red powder scraped from the crystal.

The tray is surrounded by a miniature sphere barrier.

The medical ninja gave a wry smile, nodded and replied: "Yes, it failed. Many of the instruments that analyze drugs in the hospital are related to the chakra system, but once the chakra comes into contact with this powder, it will be swallowed up. Even with the most sophisticated observation equipment, it is impossible to completely analyze the constituent materials of the powder."

"Since this kind of thing can eliminate chakra, it must have something in common with chakra."

Asami Masumi stroked her chin and said.

The medical ninja also nodded, and he also thought Asami Masumi's words made sense.

Since it can eliminate chakra, part of it must be related to chakra. It's just that they can't figure out the secret now.

Because this substance is related to Chakra, but on the other hand it can eliminate Chakra. This is what makes them helpless now.

A group of the best medical ninjas in Konoha have been gathered together, but they still can't figure out the secret, which shows that this kind of poison is rare and special.

Even if external forces intervene, except for chakra, they have no way to use the second energy to decipher the secrets.

"What's next?"

the medical ninja asked.

Asami Masumi thought for a while and said: "Since the instruments here cannot analyze it, we can only conduct time-lapse observations through this highly toxic movement."

The medical ninja was stunned for a moment, then asked in a low voice: "If we do this..."

"Well, human experiments."

Asami Masumi pushed up the thick-framed glasses on the bridge of her nose and responded softly.

It is very difficult to conduct human experiments in Konoha Hospital because the hospital cannot make the decision on its own, especially when it involves such an important confidential task and needs to be reported to the top.

"Although the bodies of ordinary people and animals can be used as substitutes, the best material is ninjas. Because only ninjas can observe everything. I will go to the Sandaime and apply to him."

"yes."

Watching Asami Masumi leave.

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Looking at the report submitted by Asami Masumi, Hiruzen was also considering it.

Then, he looked at Asami Masumi who was wearing a white coat. At only thirty years old, he was already the leading medical ninja in Konoha.

Over the years, I have worked in the pharmacy department of the hospital as the director, and have won the trust of my subordinates both in terms of character and work ability.

It can be said that, besides Tsunade, he is one of the best medical ninjas in Konoha.

His talent in drug analysis and research is also outstanding.

"Tell me about your request."

Hiruzen didn't know much about the analysis and research of drugs.

Therefore, he could only provide the hospital's drug research department with the greatest authority possible to analyze the secrets of the special poison that Jiraiya brought back.

Because it is one of the major ninjutsu secrets related to the Kingdom of Demons, and we must do our best to complete the research work.

"Yes, Hokage-sama. I hope that the village can provide about ten to fifteen ninjas to cooperate with our research. Because this is an extremely rare virus. We have exhausted all methods of research these days and cannot understand it. The secret is. We only know that it is compatible with Chakra, but it also shows extremely repulsive characteristics to Chakra. We can only observe it from the dynamic effect when the poison spreads."

Asami Masumi gave her own reasons, which were also the reasons to convince the Sandaime to provide human bodies for research by the hospital department.

"Ten to fifteen is too many... I'll give you eight at most."

Hiruzen thought about it for a moment, sighed, and answered.

Asami Masumi hesitated, knowing that this was Hiruzen's limit.

"Yes, I understand."

"I know that this work is difficult for the research department of your hospital under limited conditions, but the village is also in a difficult situation now. I hope you can understand."

"Yes. I understand, Hokage-sama. In addition, I also hope that Jiraiya-sama can also cooperate with us."

"Jiraiya?"

"Well, of course it's not that Lord Jiraiya is used as a test subject. It's that this kind of poison seems to be eliminated by Mt. Myoboku's magic. I hope that Lord Jiraiya can get in touch with Mt. Myoboku and be able to eliminate this kind of poison." Highly poisonous spells or items are provided for the department to conduct research. Otherwise, even if there are sufficient human bodies, I am afraid there will not be much progress."

Asami Masumi looked directly into Hiruzen's eyes with a sincere attitude.

Hiruzen thought about it, then nodded and said, "Okay, I will mention this to Jiraiya, but whether it can be done depends on the attitude of Mt. Miaomu."

Although because of Jiraiya's relationship, the relationship between Konoha and Myoboku Mountain is considered relatively friendly.

But when it comes to some secrets that are unique to him, Hiruzen is not sure that Miaomushan will definitely cooperate with Konoha in research.

"It doesn't matter. Then, I'll take my leave now, Hokage-sama."

Bowing slightly to Hiruzen, Asami Masumi turned around and walked outside. The bright white light reflected on the lenses, and her face was still emotionless and emotionless.

As a result, Miaomushan can no longer maintain a sense of mystery that fools people.