Konoha: Unable to learn ninjutsu, they had to develop their own.

"The idea came from him."

He nodded every day.

Fengxiang was extremely surprised.

He always thought Chiba only knew ninjutsu, but he didn't expect him to also be knowledgeable about ninja tools.

amazing!

"Then I'll go to the next place first."

She waved goodbye every day, and then couldn't help but sigh softly, her mood no longer as high as before.

"Why are you sighing? You're so young, sighing will make you age prematurely."

"cut."

Tian Tian curled her lip and said, "How could sighing a few times cause premature aging? I'm not using any life-consuming ninjutsu."

She remained silent for a few steps before saying, "I just feel so insignificant."

"Individuals are insignificant, which is why teams and cooperation are needed. If one person can defeat a group of people, what is the point of having teammates?"

"Like you?"

"If it were to deal with an ordinary ninja, I should be able to manage it now."

After a moment of contemplation, Chiba fairly described his current strength.

It's definitely at the level of a movie star.

However, his strength is closely related to Sage Mode. Without Sage Mode, his power is reduced by half, even if he develops a restorative chakra shield...

At most, it will only extend the battery life a bit.

To become stronger, you still need to start with Sage Mode.

of course.

There is another way, which is—

Sharingan!

Danzo was already dead, so Chiba had little idea what Danzo was thinking in his last moments, that he would willingly gouge out his eyes and give them to him.

but.

Without a doubt, a Mangekyou Sharingan can greatly enhance one's strength.

however.

Chiba didn't want to gouge out his own eyes.

After thinking it over, he shook his head: "By the way, I will be in charge of the Dark Division training from now on, and I need your help."

"Anti-military training?"

Tian Tian paused, then asked, "What is that?"

"You can think of it as a department that trains talent for the Anbu. It used to be controlled by Danzo, but now that Danzo is dead, the Third Hokage has ordered me to take charge."

Chiba gave a simple explanation.

"Danzo... is he dead?"

Tenten exclaimed in a low voice, "The Sand Village is too ruthless! And who did they send that could kill Danzo? That's...!"

Wasn't he a Jonin from the same era as the Third Hokage?

She thought to herself.

Chiba didn't know how to explain.

"This is classified information, and I can't reveal the specifics, but in short, I need you to help me forge some ninja tools."

"Chakra ninja tools?"

Every day, his eyes light up.

Chiba nodded and said, "Help me forge a steel wire infused with chakra iron."

"A steel wire? That'll do, it's better than nothing."

Tian Tian rubbed his hands together, chuckled, and said, "Well, if you ever have that kind of opportunity in the future..."

"Looking for you!"

"Thank you, Chiba-kun!"

Every day, he would bow deeply and then run away happily.

After talking with Tenten, Chiba followed his senses and located two key individuals within the village—

Younu Zhiwei, Shanzhong Haiyi.

Their families are an important part of the Root Squad and the Dark Division.

Zhiwei and Haiyi naturally nodded in agreement.

Danzo died, and Chiba took over.

According to Chiba's account, the Root Squad will likely revert to its previous function, focusing solely on training members for the Dark Side and not participating in other matters.

This is the best result.

After talking with Zhiwei, Chiba was thinking of going back to compile training materials for the Dark Division, but then he thought about it...

There is also an important person being held captive by the secret service.

In terms of strength, Kimimaro at full power is at least at the level of a near-Kage. Even without using the Shikotsumyaku, his taijutsu and swordsmanship are first-rate.

Isn't this the best coach?

"Is there anything else, Chiba-kun?"

Zhiwei noticed Qianye's hesitation.

Chiba nodded and said, "I want to talk to Kimimaro again."

"Uh, now?"

Now it was Zhiwei's turn to hesitate.

but.

Considering Chiba's abilities, he gritted his teeth and agreed to accompany Chiba to the sealing class.

Only three members of the sealing team remained; the others had gone out to help.

Upon seeing Chiba, they immediately stood up and bowed.

"Lord Chiba!"

"I'll talk to him for a while."

Chiba gestured for them to relax, and then asked about their recent situation while the lockdown was lifted.

The sealing squad ninjas were very reserved, as if they were being checked by a teacher, and they all stammered when they spoke.

A few of them probably didn't even know what they were saying, and after they finished speaking, they looked like they wanted to slap themselves.

He suppressed a laugh and let them leave after the lockdown was almost lifted. Zhiwei had already gone to the door without him realizing it.

Only Chiba and Kimimaro remain here.

Kimimaro was already calm. After the seal was lifted, he glanced at Chiba, then got up and stretched his limbs.

"Most of the Anbu ninjas are not at the base. What happened to Konoha?"

"You should know something about Orochimaru's plans, right?"

"..."

Kimimaro remained silent.

"Hehe, you don't need to be so wary. I'm not trying to extract information from Orochimaru. On the contrary, I'm telling you some news."

Chiba wanted to laugh, but had to suppress his expression. "Orochimaru is dead."

"You think this level of fake news can fool me?"

Kimimaro gave a cold laugh.

He didn't believe it at all.

Chiba nodded in agreement, saying, "Orochimaru's ability to survive is truly exceptional. Under normal circumstances, he would never die, and even I would have a hard time catching him."

Orochimaru also possesses the Eight-Headed Serpent Technique and the Reverse Summoning Technique. Unless Chiba can kill Orochimaru in one move, Orochimaru will still be able to escape.

but.

"Have you heard of the art of spirit transformation? It's a forbidden assassination technique that allows the soul to leave the body."

"Anyone in Konoha who knew this would have died long ago."

Kimimaro still didn't believe it.

"That's right, Kato Dan is dead, and the Second Hokage who created this technique is also dead. But unfortunately, Orochimaru used the Impure World Reincarnation to summon the Second Hokage, and then..."

"!!!"

Kimimaro's face finally showed surprise.

This?

Based on his understanding of Orochimaru's plans, summoning the Second Hokage might actually be part of the plan.

and so.

Orochimaru's own scheme ultimately led to his death?

It's ridiculous!

Kimimaro opened his mouth, but for a moment he didn't know what to say.

He himself was still alive, but Orochimaru, who was pursuing immortality, died just like that.

He was bewildered.