Kazuyama was still a step too late. By the time he arrived in the Land of Rice Fields, the Iwa ninja had already surrounded the country.
The Hive Mind was teeming with movement—figures darting across the ground and leaping between tree trunks. Warriors of all shapes and sizes filled the area, creating a dazzling spectacle in Kazuyama’s eyes.
“Damn, Kazuyama, the Land of Rice F...
2025-02-28 13:20:57 +0000 UTC View PostBefore Blayn left the base to hunt Danger Beasts, an uninvited group arrived at the Assassination Unit’s headquarters.
They had been sent by Saikyuu to carry out his orders.
Saikyuu was well aware that, besides Blayn, the Empire’s Assassination Unit had two other Teigu Users—Seryu, the wielder of Hekatonkheires, and Kurome, the wielder of Yatsufusa.
To ...
2025-02-28 08:29:01 +0000 UTC View PostBlayn was just short of outright saying, “Let me have all the experience points for myself.”
But if he had, Sheele and Mine might have actually understood.
After all, in the world of Akame ga Kill, the concept existed. One of Esdeath’s Three Beasts, for instance, constantly rambled about “experience points.”
“Tch, as if we’d even want to help you,” Min...
2025-02-27 23:33:51 +0000 UTC View Post"You'll be leaving tomorrow."
"So today, we'll make an exception and drink a bit."
An unknown barbecue restaurant in Konoha had only one table of guests inside. Without any elders present, Nawaki took on the role of the eldest brother, filling sake glasses one by one.
"Pour less for Konan," Misaki said, stopping Nawaki for a moment and handing Konan the smallest glass.
"...
2025-02-27 13:56:35 +0000 UTC View PostIwagakure, the Land of Earth.
Under the moonlight, a lone figure darted swiftly through the dense forest.
After an indeterminate period of time, she finally stopped before an unremarkable tree. With cautious precision, she surveyed her surroundings, then reached into a small, hidden tree hole and retrieved a scroll.
Using the faint moonlight, she unrolled the scroll and read i...
2025-02-27 13:56:05 +0000 UTC View Post“Kazuyama, what are you smiling at?”
“Did I smile? Minato, you must be mistaken.”
Kazuyama quickly hid his grin. It wasn’t his fault—Minato was just too amusing.
“In the current situation, I still believe we should take the initiative. Once Iwa attacks the Land of Rice Fields—”
“The moment Iwa makes a move there, Kumo will be forced into a defensive p...
2025-02-27 13:48:17 +0000 UTC View PostAfter listening to Kazuyama's words, Kakkō nodded.
"Okay, your information is worth 30 million."
"Let's go back to the base!"
With this intel, Kakkō needed to report to Lord Tsuchikage immediately and send intelligence personnel to the Land of Rice Fields to verify its accuracy. If it was true, this would be the perfect opportunity to strike Kumogakure—one they couldn't af...
2025-02-27 13:47:48 +0000 UTC View Post“We’ve been discovered?”
Mine found it hard to believe. How could he be so perceptive?
Her finger, which had been about to pull the trigger of Pumpkin, hesitated for a moment.
Luckily, that moment of hesitation meant she didn’t fire. If she had, Blayn would have undoubtedly used the Gunbai Uchiwa to deflect the energy wave right back at them.
“Wait... how are y...
2025-02-27 08:24:50 +0000 UTC View PostAfter the exchange was successful, the Gunbai Uchiwa appeared in the "Existing Items" section of the System Panel.
With just a thought, Blayn summoned it into his hands.
A massive, gourd-shaped fan materialized, its surface adorned with two pairs of red tomoe patterns on both sides. A chain was attached to the handle, giving it a unique appearance.
Blayn immediately noticed th...
2025-02-26 23:00:45 +0000 UTC View PostWhen the meal was over, no one left. Even Minato stayed behind instead of going to keep Kushina company.
The servants cleared the leftovers, wiped down the table, and served fruit and drinks.
“Minato, are you going to stay in the Anbu or come out?” Tsunade broke the silence, deliberately avoiding the previous topic.
“I’ll do whatever you say,” Minato replied. Team Ma...
2025-02-26 13:14:36 +0000 UTC View Post“More?”
Sakumo was now completely convinced. With Nagato’s demonstrated abilities, conquering the Land of Rain—or at the very least, remaining undefeated—seemed entirely feasible. No wonder Kawakaze had been so confident.
“Do you still want to see more?” Kawakaze asked, a bit exasperated. If everything Nagato had shown so far wasn’t enough to convince Sakumo, they mi...
2025-02-26 13:14:07 +0000 UTC View PostKakkō received a response from the Tsuchikage and swiftly gathered nearly 120 million ryo from the residence before heading outside. His actions did not go unnoticed, drawing the attention of many, including Iwagakure's Jinchūriki, Rōshi.
"Kakkō, what are you doing with that much money?"
"Oh, Rōshi. I'm making a deal with a bounty hunter who brought information and the body of ...
2025-02-26 12:55:19 +0000 UTC View Post[Ding! Detection complete! Due to the host's influence, Minato Namikaze was at a disadvantage in his battle against A, causing him to miss an opportunity to showcase his talent. As a reward, +2 Taijutsu has been awarded.]
Kazuyama, who was in the middle of his journey, suddenly felt a wave of confusion.
What was going on? Namikaze was fighting A?
Shouldn't Minato be at the bat...
2025-02-26 12:52:14 +0000 UTC View Post[Host: Blayn]
[Age: 18]
[Strength: 50 (+10)]
[Agility: 50 (+10)]
[Constitution: 130 (+10)]
[Ocular Power: ? (+10)]
[System Points: 54]
[Existing Items: White Mask]
[System Shop Lv2]
With a thought, Blayn opened the System Panel and confirmed that all his attributes had indeed increased by 10 points.
In other words, he had spent just 10 System Points on a mask...
2025-02-26 08:29:24 +0000 UTC View Post"Phew, finally back."
Chelsea felt a sense of relief as she returned to the Revolutionary Army Headquarters after several days away.
That said, during her time infiltrating the Empire's Assassination Unit, she hadn't found herself particularly worried. On the contrary, her target had actually taken good care of her.
It was all thanks to her decision to transform into a black c...
2025-02-26 00:05:15 +0000 UTC View Post“Uncle looks so scary,” Ginji whispered to Tsunade at the dinner table.
“Don’t be nosy,” Tsunade scolded, glaring at him. Couldn’t this brat see everyone was trying to eat in peace?
“Never mind him, come to your aunt for a hug,” Nayuki said, glancing at Sakumo before opening her arms to Ginji.
“I don’t want to be that close to my uncle,” Gin...
2025-02-25 13:23:43 +0000 UTC View Post“Big brother.”
Kawakaze walked out of the Hokage's Building with Hayato and headed straight to Sakumo’s office.
“What is it now?”
Sakumo didn’t even look up, continuing with his work. He had grown accustomed to Kawakaze’s antics.
“Have someone call Maple Squad over. I have something to tell them,” Kawakaze said, walking over to the sofa and sitting down...
2025-02-25 13:22:54 +0000 UTC View Post"Damn it... When...?"
"Well, when you weren't looking at me. Have a nice trip. I'll make your death meaningful."
Kazuyama slowly drew his Crystal Release long sword.
Toroi's body fell heavily to the ground.
"Chōmei, what do you think I should call my Crystal Release long sword?"
"I finally managed to get this new Kekkei Genkai, so it can't just be called anything,...
2025-02-25 13:07:56 +0000 UTC View Post"Damn, what is this place...?"
"I... Was I ambushed...? Here... Huh... What the hell is going on?!"
Toroi felt his body slowly regain consciousness, and anger surged from his chest.
"Damn it! Lightning Release! Thunder!"
Forcing his hands into seals within the wooden box, he unleashed a blinding pillar of thunder. The crackling energy burst from his hands, obliterating t...
2025-02-25 13:07:00 +0000 UTC View PostImperial Capital, Royal Palace.
A long, luxurious dining table was filled with an extravagant feast.
As always, Prime Minister Honest indulged in binge eating, stuffing himself almost constantly. However, what was different today was the presence of someone sitting across from him.
Though this person didn't partake in the meal, the fact that he could sit with Honest was proof ...
2025-02-25 08:27:17 +0000 UTC View PostBlayn couldn't help but think that this little black cat had impressive acting skills.
If it weren’t originally human, it would be the perfect pet—beautiful, obedient, and quiet. A model house cat.
Unfortunately, in the end, this little guy was still human.
Before long, the little black cat finished the bowl of nutritious porridge.
Blayn tidied up the dishes before h...
2025-02-25 00:10:11 +0000 UTC View PostEver since awakening his Wood Release, Ginji's daily life had grown monotonous. He was either training or heading to training.
The only bright spot in his routine was the young girl, Satsuki, who came to keep him company every day. Even Orochimaru had no objections to this arrangement.
A fulfilling time always passed quickly, and in the blink of an eye, a month had gone by. Ginji ha...
2025-02-24 13:33:48 +0000 UTC View Post“Did Ginji just do that?”
Kawakaze was the first to step forward, appearing beside the crowd and pointing at little tree as he began to ask questions.
“Mm-hmm,” Kakashi, Nagato, and the others nodded in unison. Meanwhile, Ginji and Satsuki still seemed clueless about the situation.
“Haha~ My big boy.”
Kawakaze let out a laugh and scooped Ginji up into his arm...
2025-02-24 13:33:13 +0000 UTC View Post[Ding! Detected that the host's savings have reached: 506 million ryō, completing the second Kekkei Genkai activation mission.]
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for awakening the second Kekkei Genkai: Crystal Release!]
[Ding! Sensing that the host completed the mission in a short time, a special bonus is granted. The host can use Crystal Release while in the...
2025-02-24 13:18:59 +0000 UTC View Post“Oh? There are actually snakeberries?”
"Kazuyama, you were summoned by me, so don’t forget that I get a share of the snakeberries too, right?"
Tagitsuhime's voice rang out with a smile.
Finally free from the spinning sensation, Kazuyama looked at the snakes before him, then nodded to the Snake Princess. He took out a scroll and released two baskets of snakeberries.
Hearing Kurome—a girl who had seemingly appeared out of nowhere—threaten to kill him, the nobleman Jabigai was first confused, then enraged.
"Little girl, you’ve got some dangerous thoughts," he sneered. "But I have to say, you’re quite the beauty."
Still half-dressed, Jabigai casually reached for a sword nearby.
He assumed the people in front of him were just a bunch ...
2025-02-24 08:22:38 +0000 UTC View Post"So, you've done this kind of thing plenty of times, haven't you?"
Kurome stared at Cole with cold, disdainful eyes, as if looking at filth. "And you were the one who allowed it to happen?"
Her words echoed the thoughts of Kelly and the others.
If Cole was the root of the problem, then this had nothing to do with the rebels at all.
"...Little girl, I have no idea what yo...
2025-02-23 23:23:40 +0000 UTC View Post“Ginji, I’ve come to play with you.”
Just as Kakashi and Ginji were having fun, a childish voice called out from afar. A little girl, her short legs pumping energetically, ran toward Ginji. The newcomer was none other than Orochimaru’s family of three.
No matter how vigilant you are, there’s no guarding against your daughter liking someone. Orochimaru could only rub his no...
2025-02-23 13:11:50 +0000 UTC View Post“How did you feel on your first day of school?” Sakumo asked casually at the dinner table. Despite his relaxed tone, he still took Kakashi’s school life very seriously.
“It was okay,” Kakashi replied, swallowing his food before speaking. His words were measured, devoid of any particular emotion. With Kurenai and Guy around, it didn’t feel much different from usual.
“Yo...
2025-02-23 13:11:21 +0000 UTC View Post"Oh? A Kumo ninja? What rank?"
The black-clad man's eyes lit up at the mention of "Kumo," but he still explained the rules.
"You don’t seem like a regular customer, so let me warn you—we don’t pay for anyone who isn’t on the bounty list."
"I know the rules, don’t worry."
"And I guarantee that the one I killed is definitely on the list."
Come on, Kumo’s ...
2025-02-23 12:55:49 +0000 UTC View Post