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At the same time.
On a continuous rainy battlefield within the borders of the Rain Country.
"Splurt!"
With the sound of splattering blood slowly ringing out, a Sand Shinobi, clutching his chest that was continuously oozing blood, collapsed pale and ugly on the ground. Before long, blood mixed with rainwater had covered the ground.
In front of him, a cold-hearted young man slowly retracted the blood-stained shuriken. In the mist of the pouring rain, his pair of blood-red eyes flashed.
"Snap!"
At this moment, a figure suddenly appeared beside him, half crouched, with a tired expression on his face. He was breathing slightly, and his breath was uneven. However, his eyes were incredibly determined.
"Captain Shino... We've found traces of the Sand Shinobi up ahead. We can catch up immediately!"
He stared with a pair of red eyes, waiting for Shino's response.
In front of him, Shino had a slightly cold expression, his long bangs hanging down, concealing his expression. His voice was somewhat hoarse.
"Is... that so... In that case, let's go... It's time to avenge Dan..."
Upon hearing his words, Yuuhi had a somewhat heavy expression on her face, but her eyes were slightly excited.
Dan! Your sacrifice, Captain Shino and the others will definitely avenge you!
The Sand Shinobi, we will not let them go!
With such thoughts in his heart, Yuuhi's eyes showed a hint of hatred towards the Sand Shinobi.
Shino, on the other hand, had a complex expression in his eyes, secretly thinking.
Has the peace negotiation already succeeded? Using the Rain Shinobi Village as a base... What exactly do you want to do...
No matter what you plan... I will hide and wait... Until the day... I kill you, bastard...!!
Carrying a deep-seated hatred but different emotions, the two "swooshed" and disappeared from this place, leaving only the endless drizzle pouring down...
In the memorial monument inside Konoha, the name of a new comrade was added.
The newly added name is Kato Dan, and above him is written 'Senju Nawaki'
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Within the borders of the Rain Country.
Inside the continuous rainy village of the Rain Shinobi, in a secluded small courtyard.
"Drink!"
In the courtyard, a brown-haired child was practicing earnestly in the rain. He clapped his palms together, shouted, and in the land he was looking at, a sapling suddenly burst from the ground, full of green buds!
Under his chakra manipulation, the newly green sprout grew rapidly in the wind and instantly became a tree two people tall!
The rough branches and leaves bloomed with crystal-clear greenery in the fresh rain, showing vigorous vitality.
There were already more than ten of these large trees in a row in the courtyard. It could be seen that each tree's height had increased by a few inches, indicating that this was the result of the child's hard work.
In the side corridor of the courtyard, a figure with a smiling face sat gently there, looking at the child's Wood Release practice with a gentle gaze.
For the past few days, Sosuke had been supervising Nawaki's Wood Release training and secretly observing Nawaki's diligent practice in the courtyard.
Although Nawaki's Wood Release had not fully manifested itself, the rough display of power at this moment also made Sosuke carefully study it.
Sosuke was somewhat surprised by the effects that Wood Release could produce. Thinking that the First Hokage could create an entire forest of Konoha with his own power, even he had to admire this terrifying power.
At this moment, he lightly frowned, then slowly stretched out.
He gently looked at Nawaki, who was still practicing, his lips slightly curved, muttering softly.
"It seems... everything is going very smoothly according to the plan."
The sound of dripping rain in the courtyard accompanied by the faint cries of practice created a scene that gave people an indescribable feeling.
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One day later.
A secret intelligence report issued by the Hokage's office in Konoha surprised the leaders of various bases within the borders of the Rain Country.
In a Konoha base.
Inside a camp tent.
"What!? Teacher actually chose Sosuke as the commander for the total attack against the Sand Shinobi!?"
A lively figure with golden ponytails exclaimed, her tone expressing surprise but not hiding her joy for this development.
Upon hearing her words, a pale-faced young ninja in the tent glanced at her and hissed.
"For Sosuke, this is both an opportunity and an assessment. You should understand the reason behind it, Tsunade."
Although Tsunade's face still showed a hint of surprise, she nodded lightly and said in a charming voice.
"I understand, Orochimaru. But... since sensei and the others have really given Sosuke this opportunity, I believe he will bring satisfactory results to everyone!"
Hearing her words, Orochimaru, sitting in front of her, smiled slightly, shook his head gently, and hissed.
"If it were someone else, I might not approve, but if it's that guy Sosuke... I'm willing to follow him."
In response to Orochimaru's words, Tsunade revealed a smile, glanced at him gently, and said in a charming voice.
"For someone else, I wouldn't approve either, only that guy..."
She didn't finish her sentence, but the smile on her lips already revealed her meaning.
At this point, as if remembering something, she furrowed her brows slightly and inquired.
"But... even in the current situation, dealing with the Sand Shinobi is difficult. After all... fighting on Sand Shinobi's terrain is a significant disadvantage for Konoha."
"In this case... if Sosuke really can't complete it by then..."
As she spoke, a trace of worry flashed between her eyebrows.
At this moment, Orochimaru glanced at her and hissed.
"Are you worried about Sosuke? That guy doesn't need us to worry about him... I'm afraid he will arrange everything properly."
Hearing Orochimaru's words, Tsunade sighed and said.
"But... Sosuke doesn't have enough supporters after all, and... you also know... the voice of Shino in the village is very high. At a time like this, the Uchiha clan's attitude will definitely not let go of this opportunity."
To this, Orochimaru, with his snake-like eyes slightly narrowed, hoarsely said.
"The Uchiha clan... don't worry. Sosuke will consider this. Just like before, we just need to believe in him and silently support him from behind."
As he spoke, his tone sank, seemingly implying something.
"I heard that Jin sacrificed himself... It's really... I wonder if this has something to do with the Uchiha clan."
Hearing his words, Tsunade was momentarily stunned. After Nawaki, Dan also sacrificed himself...
Thinking about this, her face also showed some sadness, after all, Jin used to get along very well with them.
As if touching on something extremely sad in her heart, she spoke with a slightly lower voice.
"This kind of thing... no one wants it..."
Hearing her words, Orochimaru was slightly stunned, realizing that he had unintentionally made Tsunade recall Nawaki's incident. He fell silent.
He looked slowly outside, gently clenched his pale hand, and his eyes showed a complex expression.
The fragility of life, whether it's Dan or Nawaki, is unquestionable.
However... I will slowly grasp the power of this taboo... to escape the forbidden power of the Shinigami...