How to use this technique specifically is the next question.

Originally, Shuimu had thought that since this technique was no longer of much use to him, he might let Xiaochun try it and maybe it would be of some use.

Now, even if the power of the combined transformation cannot be fully unleashed, the simple fusion of the power of the Sage Mode is already powerful enough.

If one could use two kinds of magical powers at the same time, or develop a mixed magical power like the magical technique Goemon, the instantaneous lethality would be greatly enhanced.

"I have accepted your reward, but what do you want me to do?"

"You are just too serious sometimes!"

Jiraiya sighed softly.

"Anyway, apart from you, I guess no one else has learned it, so there's nothing wrong with giving it to you!"

Although this is true, the secret technique that requires the Sage Mode to be effective, plus a strong enough target to perform the joint transformation technique, apart from Jiraiya and the Myobokusan toads who trust each other, the only ones who meet the conditions are Mizuki.

Mizuki is not someone who will easily accept favors from others, but it is difficult for him to give anything in return. With Jiraiya's self-contained fighting style, Mizuki has no room to say anything.

With a style that uses fire and earth jutsu as the main fighting methods, and with the help of the toads from Mount Myoboku, there is no need for any extra ninjutsu.

What Jiraiya needed after decades of accumulation was sublimation on the road, and this was exactly what Mizuki could not give him.

"Don't look so sad. Isn't this a good thing? I'm not making things difficult for you."

Jiraiya smiled.

"If I'm really sorry, I have something to ask of you!"

"Please go ahead!"

"Regarding Naruto, you have come into contact with the seal of the Nine-Tails several times, and you should have discovered the abnormality inside."

"You mean ..."

"Different chakra!"

Jiraiya was a little worried.

"With my level of sealing skills, I can detect some problems, but I don't know the reasons. If there is a problem here, I still need you to pay more attention!"

"This one?"

Mizuki nodded.

"Actually, I have a clue. From the news I received about the Nine-Tailed Fox attacking the village, it shouldn't be a bad thing. This might be a backup plan left by Naruto's parents. That kind of chakra is very gentle..."

"That's good. Since I uncovered some of the seals on the Bagua, I have investigated several times and have made similar guesses, but I am not sure. You have the same opinion, so it should be correct, but..."

The gloom on Jiraiya's face grew even darker.

"You are too young to understand some things, but I am sure that the Nine-Tailed Fox in Naruto is a little abnormal..."

"Well?"

Mizuki was stunned. He didn't expect Jiraiya to find out.

"Both Naruto's power and the Nine-Tails' aura have weakened a lot. I originally thought it was because of excessive consumption, but what's suspicious is that they have never recovered to the level I remembered!"

"The Nine-Tail has become weaker?"

"Yes!"

Jiraiya nodded.

"I can't find any clues about this matter. The parties involved more than ten years ago are no longer alive. The Fourth Hokage, Kushina, and the old man Third Hokage are the only ones who know the inside story!"

The key point that cannot be avoided here is the Shiki Fuujin. The one who currently controls this technique is Mizuki, and it is not difficult for Jiraiya to know this news from Tsunade.

"I see what you mean."

It seems that there is no way to avoid it. No matter how things develop, we must have an understanding in the end. If we must use the soul sealed in the belly of the god of death, it is better to control it in our own hands.

As for the risks, we’ll talk about it later. It’s not a critical moment yet.

"You really think highly of me. I agree to this!"

It's just going with the flow. Shuimu himself is worried about getting the benefits without paying a price.

"The progress of cracking is still a bit slow, so I can't give any guarantee for now. I can only do my best."

"Your words are enough. If I force you to do something that killed two generations of Hokage, I would be too inhumane!"

Mizuki put away the thick scroll.

"In that case, leave Naruto to me!"

If Naruto loses his tailed beast, how can he save his life?

Maybe some people were at a loss before, but look at the Seven-Tails Jinchuriki of Takigakure - Fu, how Mizuki and Tsunade joined forces to save her life?

"You are really worried!"

Mizuki chuckled.

"In fact, you don't have to be so polite. Even if you don't say it, I will do my best to protect Naruto until he becomes the pillar of Konoha."

"Just like you said, I am also feeling uneasy. Just as you have worked so hard for your disciple Sakura, I must also pave a few more paths for my last proud disciple!"

In the evening streets, the heat of midsummer had dissipated a little, and more and more people came out for a walk to cool off. Not far away, a big eight-legged spider was carrying a little silver-haired girl towards this side.

"Your daughter is really smart. She even knew to come and greet her father."

Jiraiya glanced over.

"It's time for me to go too. I haven't seen you for many years, but the girls in the village are still so welcoming!"

"I won't bother you any more!"

Mizuki waved and walked towards Komiyuki's direction.

"Shiki Fuujin, we need to speed up."

This secret technique that would kill one if used once cannot be practiced at all. One can only make foolproof preparations through the study of sealing techniques and spiritualism, and use it directly when needed.

In such a predicament, the progress of cracking the code is shockingly slow, especially when there is no inheritance at all and one has to study it on their own with half-understood information, which makes people even more confused.

Fortunately, the key core is still there, and there will be no problem as long as the general direction is correct.

…

Hatake Kakashi went to the Land of Water in a hurry, while the people of Konoha waited patiently for the reply from the Hidden Mist Village.

The affairs of the Security Department once again fell on Shuimutou.

"Shiho, I haven't seen you for a few days. You look uglier and uglier. You don't look like a teenage girl at all!"

"Deputy Minister Shuimu, who do you think is responsible for this? If you were half as diligent as the Minister, I would have a lot of time left for vacation."

"With great ability comes great responsibility. I am giving you a valuable opportunity to exercise. I am optimistic about you. Come on!"

As a secretary, of course you have to share the worries of your boss, otherwise what is the point of having a secretary?

Just after Mizuki worked hard for three days, Hatake Kakashi finally sent back the first information.

As the Mizukage, Mei Terumi will definitely not leave the Hidden Mist Village.

The main fighting force is the Anbu led by Yanliu, Qing, Chojuro and Ken. One of their members captured the Three-Tails, which stunned Mizuki.

"Hyūga, the Six-Tails Jinchūriki? Is Mei Terumi crazy, or is she sure that Konoha will not sit idly by and will definitely send someone to help? So she's not going to pay, right?"