The Hidden Mist Blacksmith, forging the glory of the Ninja Sword Style!

"Yes, Minister."

Uehara Shu returned to his forging room.

Arriving at the smelting furnace.

"Chakra Fusion Technique".

A large amount of fire-attribute chakra entered the furnace.

"This recruitment drive is larger than the last one, so it should bring me more prestige."

The ten candidates immediately began their work as soon as they heard the word "begin" from Arabusa's mouth.

They rushed to the materials area to make their selections.

It's even a matter of fighting over it.

However, because Arafune Ni was present, as were the members of the forging department's guard team, they didn't dare to actually fight.

But it's also clear how much they cherish this opportunity.

Ten people are competing for one spot.

If successful, given the current state of the forging department, it would be tantamount to changing its own future.

Seeing all this, Huangchuan Er felt somewhat emotional.

Back then, Arasen watched as each blacksmith left the forging island.

But now, we can see these blacksmiths scrambling for a single spot in the blacksmithing department.

"Forging Island is back!"

"No, it's already better than before!"

Tanaka Shinnosuke, on the other hand, felt a sense of urgency.

The last recruitment for the forging department was somewhat rough.

In addition, the reputation of the forging department was not as good as it is now at that time.

Many excellent blacksmiths did not accept the invitation.

Tanaka Shinnosuke knew that his skill level was not considered outstanding among these people.

You could say that last time was my only chance.

If you miss this opportunity, there will definitely be no chance of joining the forging department again.

"Fortunately, I seized the opportunity last time."

"I wonder why that guy was eliminated."

Tanaka Shinnosuke recalled the blacksmith who performed best during the forging process.

"But whatever the reason, I have to thank him."

"If it weren't for him, I wouldn't have had this opportunity."

"Thank you so much."

Chapter 144 Beneath the Zanpakuto lies a good swift sword

"Ah!"

A middle-aged man was sitting on the side of the street when he suddenly sneezed for no apparent reason.

The middle-aged man couldn't help but frown.

"Are you cold?"

"Wait a minute, how could the temperature be like this today?"

"There's no wind."

Just then, several figures nearby began to discuss the matter.

"I heard that the forging department is recruiting new forging masters."

"The forging department is completely different now."

"That blacksmith single-handedly supported the blacksmithing department."

"Furthermore, they have developed a scalpel project that the Land of Iron cannot compete with. Ordinary blacksmiths cannot create ninja swords of Zanpakuto caliber, but they can still make their own value."

"If I go back to the forging department now, I won't have to worry about my future."

"If I can accept the invitation, I will do my best to win it."

The middle-aged man glanced back.

These people, like the middle-aged man, were all from the blacksmith circle, and thus had heard some news.

The middle-aged man's face darkened.

"I should have been the one to pass last time."

"What makes Tanaka Shinnosuke so special?"

A strong sense of regret erupted in the middle-aged man's heart.

"Tick!"

"Tick!"

"Tick!"

Uehara Osamu looked up.

"Has it been that long already?"

Uehara stopped and stored the smelted metal together.

After that, he left the forging room.

When Uehara Osamu entered the forging competition arena, the forging of swords by the blacksmiths was already nearing its end.

"minister."

The guards at the entrance quickly made way for them.

Uehara Osamu nodded slightly.

"Shinnosuke, how about it?"

This name always made Uehara Osamu feel strange.

Not only will I think of Hiruzen Sarutobi's eldest son, but I will also think of Shinnosuke from another world.

If Shinnosuke existed in a multiverse, that Shinnosuke would be the most widely known and famous among all the Shinnosukes.

"Minister, there are two people, something's not right."

"Something's not right?"

Shinnosuke Tanaka lowered his voice.

"Those two used additional materials, beyond what we provided."

Uehara Shu frowned.

Some additives, which are not the main materials, often have a very good effect during the forging process.

It has a specific name: auxiliary materials.

What these two did was tantamount to cheating.

Naruto could pass the Chunin Exams written test as long as he wasn't caught cheating.

Because cheating is also a skill of ninjas.

But for blacksmiths, it's not like that.

Forging is a very fair process.

If you take forging seriously, the finished product will give you more feedback.

If you are careless and perfunctory, then the finished product will inevitably have many flaws.

Uehara Osamu would not allow such a person to exist in his forging department.

"You! You! Come out here!"

Uehara Osamu read out the two names directly.

The two looked up, their faces showing a hint of panic.

A person with good mental fortitude will only experience a fleeting moment of panic before quickly regaining composure.

The other person, on the other hand, became flustered.

All eyes turned to them.

Uehara Shu looked at Arasenji.

"Wilderness Two, you've explained the rules to them clearly, haven't you? They can only use the materials we provide."

Arafuneji nodded.

"Reporting to the Minister, I have made it clear. I have emphasized it several times."

"it is good."

Uehara Shu's gaze shifted to the blacksmiths.

"However, some people violated this rule by using extra materials they brought with them, which constitutes cheating. Those who cheat are not qualified to continue taking the exam."

"You two, go back."

One person, dejected as if all his strength had been drained, packed his belongings and walked outside.

The other person wanted to argue.

However, before he could speak, a guard ninja had already appeared in front of him.

The ninja sword in his hand was already halfway drawn.