In terms of self-cognition, there is already a distinction between Shuimu's original body and the physical clone, but in terms of identification to outsiders, they still maintain a whole. This is more convincing, otherwise I don't know how to introduce it. Have you found your twin brother who has been separated for many years?

From now on, Shuimu tried his best not to let his original body or clone appear at the same time. He needed time to adapt, and it was impossible for others to accept his inexplicable changes all at once.

Now, a certain leader was sitting in the office of the Security Department with his eyes closed, quietly experiencing the strange feeling brought by the chakra vision transmitted from Nobumasa, comparing it with his own perception, and figuring out the pros and cons, evaluating the current degree of adaptability of the Byakugan and how much effect it can play.

Half asleep and half awake, a voice came into his ears, and Shuimu opened his eyes with a little displeasure.

"Kakashi, it's you!"

"You have an easy job as the deputy chief of the security department. If it were a few months earlier, you would have been in charge of the mission a while ago."

"The more capable you are, the more work you should do!"

Mizuki shrugged and took the document Kakashi handed over.

"Has it been decided?"

Inuzuka Hana was confirmed to be transferred to the first team. Although Mizuki was no longer in charge, he still served as the captain in name. As for Kotsubaki, she was assigned to the Hyuga Karamon team.

"It's just a matter of course!"

"Thank you very much!"

Although it's just a small favor, it's still a small favor to me.

"You sent this here specially. Is there something you want to discuss?"

“I guess so!”

Kakashi pulled up a chair and sat down across from Mizuki.

"Sasuke is applying for jonin qualification, things are a bit troublesome!"

"Can a jonin apply? Shouldn't a jonin class member recommend him and the Hokage arrange the assessment?"

There are so many things that need to be considered for a jonin. Combat power, loyalty, family background, achievements, etc. are all key points that need to be evaluated.

With Sasuke's strength and Sharingan's special abilities, he has a good chance of qualifying as a special jonin. However, he is currently a little short of being an all-round elite jonin.

Jonin is not only a ninja level, but also a symbol of status and identity in the village. The promotion task is definitely much more difficult than the Chunin examination. Mizuki also survived a near-death experience before passing the final examination.

It wouldn't be as difficult for others to become a jonin as it was for Mizuki, but it wouldn't be much easier either.

"Don't worry too much!"

Kakashi smiled easily.

"Sasuke has performed well in the Anbu and completed his mission very well. With his qualifications, it is only a matter of time before he becomes a Jonin!"

Sasuke has made great progress in both combat power and experience. He has seen it in the Wind Country and knows it well. Actual combat missions are very important for ninjas with excellent qualifications, and generally have a good improvement effect.

“Better sooner rather than later!”

"So, Sasuke can't wait any longer."

Thirteen or fourteen-year-old jonins are rare, but not unique, and Sasuke's impatience is understandable. However, those examples all grew up in war, and this kind of behavior of forcing growth is not very encouraged in peacetime.

"What's the point of you telling me?"

"If it really comes to this, you should think carefully about the promotion mission. As a familiar jonin, it's not surprising that he would offer some reference opinions."

Well, although Shuimu is not as leisurely as he looks, in the eyes of others he is just being lazy, so it is normal for him to come over and chat.

"You are more familiar with the promotion of ANBU ninja than I am. Why are you asking me?"

Sasuke has the desire to improve himself, so it's not surprising that Kakashi, as his teacher, helps him. Mizuki has received a lot of favors from Kakashi, so it's okay for him to give him a hand. However, Mizuki really has no say in the assessment tasks.

"Since you have no objection, you should have confidence in Sasuke, right?"

A true genius will not be stumped by a test. As long as it is not intentionally difficult for him, it is possible for Sasuke to become a special jonin.

"It's inevitable to worry. After all, I'm a teacher, and it's human nature to seek peace and stability."

"Safe?"

Shuimu was stunned for a moment, then he suddenly realized.

"What do you like about me?"

"One serving of the omnipotence potion."

"Lady Tsunade agrees?"

The random leakage of medicine has long been prohibited, and Shuimu will not agree to it without orders.

"Well, it's not easy to convince Lady Tsunade."

"Is the mission difficult?"

The situation is so serious that it may be life-threatening and requires the use of an all-purpose potion to save his life. It does not seem to be an easy task.

"almost!"

"All right!"

Shuimu didn't ask any more questions, but took out a bottle of omnipotence and handed it over.

"The usage must be explained clearly. This is the last resort to save life, not a healing potion."

"Thank you very much."

Although he didn't know what the mission was, and Mizuki couldn't find out the secrets of the Anbu, but according to Mizuki's estimation, there shouldn't be too much danger during this period. Most of them would be assassinations of dangerous people, or the elimination of vicious ninja bandits or wandering ninja organizations.

None of this is important; the key point is that Sasuke became a jonin so quickly.

Sasuke was already very strong during the Chunin Exam at the beginning of the year. It was not impossible for him to be promoted to Jonin in nearly a year, although it was a bit of a stretch. But as long as he put some effort into it, there was nothing to object to. It was just that the title was awarded in advance.

"Maybe this is a good thing. It can put more pressure on Naruto, a boy who sees Sasuke as a rival, and make him work harder."

…

In the Land of Tea, Pharmacist Kabuto looked at the information just delivered by the messenger eagle with a headache.

"Another secret base has been destroyed. The guys who keep chasing us are really annoying. However, this time it's a bit troublesome. I don't know if Jūgo and Hozuki are dead. If we can't find these two people, the loss will still be very painful."

Jūgo is Orochimaru's most valued research material and the source of the curse, and one of the important cornerstones for Orochimaru to build his own power system. In addition, Jūgo's strength after the curse is released is extremely strong, and he also has the ability to communicate with animals, which is also valuable in reconnaissance and tracking.

As for Suigetsu Hozuki, although she has not been captured for a long time, her special body shape and the combination of the water-transforming secret technique give her considerable combat power. She also has excellent talent in swordsmanship and is a rare research subject.

“What a pity!”

Kabuto Yakushi casually burned the information in his hand, and then turned to report to Orochimaru. The Akatsuki organization has been chasing like crazy recently, so Orochimaru and Kabuto Yakushi dare not be careless.

Although the Akatsuki organization needs to be treated with caution, it does not mean that the two are afraid of them. They just don't want to engage in a meaningless battle for the time being.

"It's not the right time yet, but it will be soon. I really want to test how strong those unscrupulous guys are!"