Humans, who have a short life span, are afraid of death and long for immortality, which are desires that no one can resist. As the second generation Hokage, Senju Tobirama, who has everything from ability to resources, strength to power, if he had not died early, it is hard to imagine what terrible things he could have researched out. Just look at how much of a stir Orochimaru caused in the ninja world after he perfected the Impure World Reincarnation and then came up with the Undead Reincarnation. It can be inferred that standing on the shoulders of the giant, the second generation Hokage, what can be researched out is clear.
Before you notice these things, you won't associate them in this direction, but once you really have the chakra of the tailed beasts in your hands and deliberately study them in this area, you will find some clues that you would not normally notice.
"Many things are really not suitable to be kept on paper. It is necessary to exchange memories."
After carefully reading the information in his hand, Shuimu burned it directly. After cleaning up the traces, Shuimu said to Xiaochun: "We can arrange to meet as soon as possible. Be careful not to be discovered. There may be some people around us who are monitoring us now."
The feeling of being the center of attention has hardly ceased recently, and Mizuki can't tell whether it's all due to Danzo Shimura or someone else - such as Zetsu, who has top-notch reconnaissance abilities.
"I understand. But, Shuimu, if we keep in touch with them like this, we will be discovered sooner or later." With such a crude way of contact, it won't be kept secret for long if someone is paying close attention to it.
"It's okay, Xiaochun, it won't be long before we won't have to go through so much trouble." The breakthrough in the study of the tailed beasts' chakra and the analysis of natural energy and the Sage Mode will bring about earth-shaking changes to himself and his various clones. Judging from the current information, it won't be long before tangible results can be achieved.
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As more and more things are accumulated, Mizuki has more and more problems to worry about. As time goes by, his strength improves, and his research progresses, Mizuki's views on many things have changed. For example, if there is no considerable experiment, it is impossible to research this ninjutsu. Konoha's surface is bright, but the darkness hidden behind is not necessarily absent. The existence of Shimura Danzo happens to be a typical representative of the dark side of Konoha.
Sometimes, Mizuki felt that it was a pity for Shimura Danzo, who had extraordinary abilities but wasted them on intrigues, gradually eroding the generosity and ambition of his youth. In the end, he fell into greed and arrogance and could not extricate himself.
However, looking at the problem objectively does not affect Mizuki's attitude towards Shimura Danzo. Mizuki will never associate with such a person. Mizuki does not have the capital to do something that would take advantage of the tiger. Just like Mizuki does not like Uchiha Sasuke's way of dealing with people, but he may help him occasionally.
For example, now, Mizuki is not used to dealing with people who are too much older than him. The average age of the older generation of Ino-Shika-Chou is nearly ten years older than Mizuki. It is quite a stretch to say that they are of the same generation. Mizuki felt a little uncomfortable sitting and drinking with these people. Besides, he was the only Chunin present, so his words were not taken seriously. But fortunately, with the presence of his peers, Hatake Kakashi and Might Guy, Mizuki would not seem particularly different. As for other ideas, Mizuki also admired the way these people drank with injuries.
For two groups of people who were half a generation apart, if there was anything in common, it would actually be very boring. But it was okay to get along with them, at least to get to know them, which might come in handy someday.
"Asuma has not been back for a long time. Is the situation in the Land of Earth so troublesome? There are so many things going on recently." Kakashi did not drink much and complained to Mizuki. In fact, it would be a good idea to call Asuma at this time.
It is not surprising that Ino-Shika-Chou, as a core member of the family, is able to understand some of the high-level movements of Konoha. The others, Kakashi, Mizuki and Might Guy, are actually parties involved. Everyone is an insider, so it doesn't matter if they talk about such secrets in private.
"The Iwagakure Village seems to have some very strong opinions and very strange demands, and the village seems to be unprepared to deal with them." Nara Shikaku explained. With their power, it is not surprising that they know some inside information.
"We still cannot determine the other party's true intentions. The village is a little hesitant now."
"Without the Hokage, it will always be difficult to unify the differences."
"This afternoon, Master Jiraiya took Naruto with him." Hatake Kakashi, who was nearby to protect him, was the first to know about Naruto's movements as his instructor. "I hope it won't take too long."
It is not good news that Konoha, the overlord of the ninja world, has been vacant of a Hokage for a long time.
"Lady Tsunade, long time no see." There are several seriously injured ninjas in the hospital who need treatment. Everyone present, including Mizuki, has hidden dangers and may need Tsunade's return to be completely cured.
"By the way, Mizuki." Kakashi suddenly said to Mizuki who was silently listening to everyone's conversation, "Are you okay? You have been entangled with that whirlpool masked man for so long, are you still able to bear it?"
"It's OK." Mizuki, who just wanted to make himself familiar with the crowd, was a little helpless when Kakashi pulled him out. "Although it's not suitable for me to overdraw my body for the time being, I'm not a seriously injured person who can't fight back."
"Teacher Mizuki's strength is also unexpected. The three of us fought for our lives to barely repel them. How could you hold on for so long with two burdens on your own?" Apart from Akimichi Choza who was eating hard, and Yamanaka Inoichi who didn't talk much when he drank, Nara Shikaku, who had the highest IQ, was the person who talked the most.
"Those two are not a burden, they are a great help. The strength of the Genin these days is so strong, which puts a lot of pressure on a Chunin like me who is not strong enough..."
Shuimu can still handle casual socializing and bragging.
"You are too modest. With your ability and performance, you are almost certain to be promoted."
"If we have one more jonin, our pressure will be reduced a lot." Kakashi Hatake has been feeling a bit overwhelmed by too many tasks lately.
"If I really get promoted, I should show my gratitude for the big meal that Shancheng Qingye owes me. I'll take everyone with me. You're welcome."
"You suffered a lot yesterday, and you didn't even save that clone." Kakashi remembered this incident very clearly, "It wasn't easy to make this clone."
"Well, it is quite troublesome." Shuimu said truthfully, "The cost is secondary. The key is that it is a waste of time."
"If this isn't difficult to make, you'll be in trouble." Yamanaka Haiyi took a big sip of wine and said to Mizuki with a smile.
"That's true." Shuimu also raised his glass and took a sip. Although he didn't like drinking, he drank quite a bit today.
Kakashi looked out the window and said, "It's so late, it's time to go home!"
"That's all for today. Let's find time to have a drink when Lady Tsunade comes back to succeed the Fifth Hokage." Nara Shikaku and Yamanaka Inoichi also felt that it was about time to go back.
Akimichi Choza also agreed: "Since someone is treating us, let's all come."
Well, Mizuki suddenly felt that Yamashiro Aoba might not be able to keep his savings.
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"Kakashi, you called me here today, aren't you just here to chat?"
"How should I put it?" Hatake Kakashi thought for a moment and then said, "This time, Lady Tsunade has returned to take over as the fifth generation. She has been away from the village for a long time and does not understand many things. Solving problems is one aspect, but the key is to have capable people. Just like Shikamaru Nara, with his excellent performance in the Chunin Exam, he may be recommended as a Chunin. I'm sure you can guess this."
After Kakashi said this, Mizuki roughly understood. In his own words, it was just about winning over and taking sides. The supporters of the Hokage faction saw his strength and potential, and began to establish order in Konoha after Tsunade took over as the Fifth Hokage.
However, there may be reasons mentioned above, but more importantly, Kakashi Hatake played a significant role in it.
"Thank you, Kakashi."
"You're welcome. The village is in a time of trouble and needs more people. Like I said before, it would be great to have one more capable person. But..." Kakashi paused, "Although there are several jonins who jointly recommended us, jonin are different from others. Whether they are well-rounded jonin or special jonin with special expertise, they are the greatest support of the village. No matter what, the final decision-making power is still in the hands of the Hokage, so the final test mission is absolutely indispensable."
"This is inevitable, Kakashi, I understand, you have done enough." The recognition of others is one aspect, but the most important thing is that one's own strength is worthy of one's level, otherwise it will be a disaster rather than a blessing.
"I'm glad you understand." Kakashi nodded, "Prepare well in the next few days and get your body back in shape as soon as possible. The position of Hokage won't be vacant for too long, so it won't take too long for you to prepare."
"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing." Although ninja rank is not everything, Mizuki, who has long felt very uncomfortable with the weak and inconvenient identity of a Chunin, had long planned to wait for Tsunade to come back and find a chance to show off, or at least make himself familiar to the public. Unexpectedly, it was Hatake Kakashi who helped a lot this time.
The status of a Jonin can neither directly improve one's strength nor bring oneself too many direct benefits. It is more of an indescribable psychological effect.
Jonin, no matter in which ninja village or which ninja organization, is not a title that can be easily obtained. It represents a certain level of strength and credibility. This kind of intangible convenience is far beyond the reach of Chunin. Just like when Afei attacked Uzumaki Naruto, if he was a Jonin, he could even take over the temporary command directly, and in that case, he would not have put himself, Uzumaki Naruto, and Uchiha Sasuke in danger.
"However, today's social gathering did reveal a lot of information..."
If Shuimu didn't notice it before because he didn't know about it, now that he understands what happened, then some words can no longer be treated as casual remarks.
"The Land of Earth, the Hidden Rock Village, Deidara, the Akatsuki organization is still haunting us. However, I planned this in the dark, so who will come this time? It would be great if there was Hidan. I really want to see what the immortality caused by the evil god's curse is. And the Earth Grudge, this magical thing, I really want to see it. "
Mizuki is not arrogant enough to fight against these official members of the Akatsuki organization. Now that he has been hinted at the possible type of mission, according to the current strange situation in the Land of Earth, he will most likely face off again. Since he cannot escape, and now that the strength of the Akatsuki organization has been exposed, they will never give him a mission that will ensure his death, even if it is a promotion test for the jonin. Although he does not know what it is specifically, Mizuki, who already knows the intelligence of the Akatsuki organization, is undoubtedly in an advantageous position.
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In the morning, Mizuki and Hatake Kakashi sat on the branches of a giant tree in the training ground, watching Uchiha Sasuke practicing Chidori over and over again. Haruno Sakura was treating Sasuke's arm injury.
"Why don't you go down and stop it?" Seeing Sasuke's high-intensity training, Mizuki felt that it was a bit too much. "Look at Sakura, she can't even handle the treatment. This is no joke."
"Naruto is not here. He went out with Master Jiraiya. This is a rare opportunity for training. Maybe his strength will be greatly improved when he comes back. Wouldn't this stimulate Sasuke even more? I want to stop him, but Sasuke must listen to me." Kakashi also sighed, "I also know that I may not be a match for Uchiha Itachi. How can I teach him to be strong enough to satisfy Sasuke? Sometimes I feel a little uncertain."
"How many people in this world can be sure that they are stronger than Uchiha Itachi?" Mizuki disagreed with Kakashi's statement. "You also know the principle that the disciple is better than the master."
Orochimaru, who was unable to defeat Uchiha Itachi, taught Sasuke who defeated Uchiha Itachi, and was even killed by Sasuke himself.
"That's true. I was just making fun of myself just now. The mission is urgent, so I'll leave first. Please take care of it for me for the next two days."
"Leave it to me. Be careful with the Water Country. It's not easy to gather intelligence in the Blood Mist Country, which has been closed off for so many years."
"I see……"
"The Three-Tails Jinchuriki Yagura is about to die, and Mei Terumi is about to make her debut."
This female ninja, who is as strong as Tsunade, was able to single-handedly end the history of the Bloody Mist Village in the Hidden Mist Village and support the devastated village all the way to the Five Kage Tournament. Her strength and means are quite remarkable.
Mizuki looked at Sakura Haruno and Uchiha Sasuke below. It was hard to associate them with such immature strength as the heroes who would seal Kaguya Otsutsuki and save the world three years later.