Looking at this crystal clear little water ball, Shuimu's eyes looked a little strange.

"That's all? As I recall, it should be a water monster about the same size as Gamabunta, right?"

The little water ball trembled slightly, as if it was very afraid that Shuimu would kill it.

"I used fire escape to evaporate the rest, otherwise it would be too troublesome to bring it back. This thing is much more powerful than the water transformation secret technique of Suigetsu Kisaragi. Maybe there is some connection between the two."

It sounds good, but it's a pity that it is of little help to the current Shuimu situation and can only serve as an insignificant decoration.

"Then I'll study it. The only thing that's valuable is its life form. Once I figure it out, I'll give it to my daughter who's going to be born soon as a toy."

It is indeed interesting to see a guy who can freely manipulate water flow and whose body can be revived infinitely with the help of water.

…

In the Rain Village, the rain clouds all over the sky make people feel depressed. Many people have already forgotten the last time the sun shone. The rain keeps falling on this country that was once shrouded in war, washing away the lingering smell of blood.

Pain Tendao sat on the seat on the top of the tallest building in the Rain Country, performing the Rain Tiger Freedom Technique continuously, always monitoring the dangerous people who tried to sneak into the country.

The Five-Tails was sealed just a few days ago, and the organization, which was already in disarray, finally showed some signs of recovery. Fortunately, the current priority is not to capture the Jinchūriki, but to earn the necessary funds for the organization and to gather intelligence on all the Jinchūriki.

At this moment, Pain's expression changed, and a familiar figure appeared in front of him, wearing a black robe with red clouds and a vortex mask. This was not the fake Mizuki.

"There is new information about the whereabouts of the Jinchūriki..."

Uchiha Obito said in a calm and mature voice.

"There is news from the spies who remained in the Hidden Mist Village and have not yet been completely eradicated. The Six-Tails Jinchuriki Yugao has returned to the village safely."

"Recycled? How could this happen?"

For the Akatsuki organization, the Jinchūriki who defected outside were just heads waiting to be harvested. Once they were discovered, it would be basically impossible for the isolated and helpless Jinchūriki to escape the pursuit of the Akatsuki organization.

But if they are taken back by the major ninja villages, it will be a big trouble. Breaking into the Hidden Rock Village to capture the Five-Tails Jinchuriki has already consumed a lot of Pain's energy, and this is also the result of the Jinchuriki being bewitched and leaving the village without permission. Although the Hidden Mist Village is not as strong as the Hidden Rock Village, Mei Terumi is not a master who can be easily dealt with.

"The situation is not very clear, it seems that they picked up the unconscious Yugao by accident. It seems that female ninjas are becoming popular in the ninja world as leaders. They seem to have good luck!"

Pain ignored Uchiha Obito's joke.

"What is the cause of the coma?"

"Rumor has it that he was attacked, but the process and the result are all unclear. Only one thing is confirmed, the black-based red cloud imperial robe and the vortex mask?"

"Oh? Sounds like someone you know. What do you want to do by attacking Vulpix?"

I always thought that Mizuki's actions were just to cause trouble for the organization, but why did he attack the defected Jinchūriki for no reason, just to allow the Hidden Mist Village to recover the Six-Tails? This is the tailed beast of the Hidden Mist Village, not the Nine-Tails of Konoha Village. Is it necessary to spare no effort to help the so-called "ally"?

Neither Pain nor Uchiha Obito would believe that Mizuki would be so kind. There is no Lei Feng in the ninja world who would do good deeds without leaving a name.

"Things are a little weird. Don't ignore him anymore. If necessary, it's better to kill the guy who attacked the tailed beast!"

Although I don’t know what Mizuki did to Yugao, it must not be a good thing for the Akatsuki organization.

“I will pay attention to this matter.”

Payne also knew the seriousness of the matter, as there had just been a conflict some time ago.

"What I want to know is your recent plans. There are still nearly two years until the Three-Tails is resurrected, but it's time to make some plans for the future."

"Of course, we are trying to gather information about the Jinchuriki. We have confirmed the general location of the Two-Tails Jinchuriki, but we don't know who he is."

Uchiha Obito changed the subject.

"Of course, there is another important thing for the organization, which is to kill Orochimaru and take back Sora-chan."

Orochimaru, who betrayed the organization, was too dangerous and might bring huge losses to the organization at any time. There were too many secrets known by these core members.

"Have you found any trace of Orochimaru?"

"There is some clue. According to the information sent back by the spies from the Sand Village, Orochimaru has recently appeared in the Wind Country. Deidara and I will go to confirm it as soon as possible."

"Then Orochimaru will be in your hands!"

"If possible, I will let Deidara catch the One-Tail!"

"Do what you can..."

While Pain's words were still floating in the air, Uchiha Obito's figure had disappeared.

In the quiet room, a large number of flying pieces of paper gathered into the shape of Xiaonan.

"Do you want to attack him?"

"It's not the right time. Now he doesn't stand in my way and is still a help in achieving my dream!"

"Understood!"

It seems that this relationship of mutual exploitation will inevitably end in war!

…

Ignorant people always numbly enjoy the so-called peaceful time. Only those who are truly in the know understand that now is just the last period of calm before the turmoil. The Akatsuki organization has gathered so many S-level rebels. It is easy to overthrow some small countries. Even the five major countries have to deal with it carefully. The Fire Country and the Lightning Country are still confident, and the Hidden Rock Village in the Earth Country has suffered a great loss. As for the more declining Wind Country and Water Country, even if they are also one of the five major countries, they cannot resist the invasion of the Akatsuki organization.

In Konoha Village, the scorching season is not far away, and the Chunin Exams, which are held every six months, will begin in almost two months.

This time, Mizuki had no intention of letting the two remaining Genin in Team 8, Hyuga Hinata and Inuzuka Kiba, take the exam again.

This is not because Mizuki is partial. Although the examiners are changed every time for the Ninja Exam, few candidates will take part in the Chunin Exam twice in a row, and even fewer will take part in it three times in a row. A few months ago, that was a special case. The exam in the middle of last year was suspended halfway, and many candidates lost the opportunity to perform. The Chunin Exam at the beginning of the year is a compensation for them.

Taking part in the Chunin Exam too frequently will give you a preconceived impression of the exam content, which is extremely unfair to first-time candidates.

"It seems that the three of you agree very much. Then, let's give the other Genin some chances this time. It's also a good thing to let these arrogant guys hang out for a while!"