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　The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, was processing documents in his office, with Anbu Captain Sakumo Hatake nearby. The documents were related to Anbu resource approvals, including the qualification review of Anbu members and the allocation of various types of ninja resources.

　"Sakumo, Yoru has officially joined the Anbu, right?" Hiruzen Sarutobi said as he reviewed the documents, occasionally taking a puff of his cigarette to relieve the pressure.

　"That kid? He's already been assigned to the Anbu, but he's young and inexperienced, so I've arranged for him to be an intern Anbu first," Hatake Sakumo replied.

　"An intern ANBU?" Hiruzen Sarutobi was taken aback, then chuckled to himself, thinking that this was not bad.

　Ye Chen is exceptionally strong, but he is still a child with little experience and needs more training.

　To be honest, a large village like Konoha is never short of geniuses, but very few of them actually grow up to be truly great.

　Why do I say this? Ordinary ninjas receive too few resources and need to complete missions to obtain them.

　Especially in places like the Dark Division, those who can enter are undoubtedly geniuses, possessing strength far exceeding that of their peers.

　“Geniuses are often a bit arrogant. This period is a good time to temper their character, so Hokage-sama need not worry too much,” Hatake said.

　He wasn't in Konoha when he was on a mission. He only knew that Ye Chen was a genius from other ninjas, and that it was just hearsay.

　However, the more talented someone is, the less they should be spoiled or given special treatment.

　This is also why Ye Chen hasn't taken the initiative to meet with them, even though he's been in the Dark Division for over a week.

　After all, he was a powerful Kage-level ninja. To him, being a genius meant he was just a ninja who was slightly stronger than an ordinary person.

　What he needs to do now is observe and see what kind of person Ye Chen is!

　"Oh!"

　Just then, a masked ANBU ninja appeared in the Hokage's office. ANBU ninjas are different from ordinary ninjas; they don't use the main entrance, but instead use the Body Flicker Technique to move swiftly.

　Because ANBU ninjas are required to be efficient and fast.

　As soon as the ANBU ninja appeared, he knelt down and bowed to Hiruzen Sarutobi and Sakumo Hatake.

　Hiruzen Sarutobi and Sakumo Hatake both looked up at the same time.

　"What is it?" Sakumo Hatake asked, because as the captain of the Dark Division, he was in charge of all matters concerning the Dark Division.

　"Captain, Hokage-sama. Trainee Anbu member Yoruichi is currently engaged in the Dark Ranking Duel at the Anbu headquarters. He has already achieved ten consecutive victories, and the duel is still ongoing," the Anbu ninja reported.

　"What? A duel on the Dark Rankings, Nightfall!" Hatake Sakumo exclaimed incredulously.

　He created the Dark Ranking, a duel ranking system designed to cultivate more outstanding ninjas.

　Those who can make it onto the Dark List are absolutely geniuses among geniuses, even in the Five Great Nations.

　But I just heard that Ye Chen has won ten consecutive games? How long has he been in the Dark Division?

　"Are you telling the truth?" Hiruzen Sarutobi took a deep drag on his pipe and exhaled slowly.

　"We dare not deceive the Hokage; the entire Anbu has been alerted," the Anbu member said.

　"Hehe, this kid really is a handful; wherever he goes, trouble follows!" Hiruzen Sarutobi laughed.

　Sakumo Hatake, however, had a solemn expression and said, "Lord Hokage, I'll take my leave now."

　"Go, go." Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand, as if to...

　(1/3)

　Let's see how Captain Sakumo Hatake handles this.

　After saying that, Hatake Sakumo and the ANBU ninja disappeared into thin air using the Body Flicker Technique.

　……

　nb

　At the Konoha Anbu duel arena, there were already dozens of people gathered there.

　It's important to know that the Dark Division is usually quiet and deserted, with absolutely no communication. It's rare for dozens of people to gather together like this.

　At this moment, the battle on the dueling field was fierce!

　Earth Release: Earth Dragon Bullet!

　A ninja wearing a black earth mask quickly formed hand seals and slammed his hands on the ground. The earth shook violently, cracks appeared in the soil, and rubble flew everywhere. Then, an earth dragon, about five or six zhang in size, burst out of the ground.

　This Earth Dragon Bullet Technique is already a B-rank ninjutsu, but it's at the bottom of the B-rank ninjutsu!

　The earth dragon roared as it burst from the ground, baring its fangs and brandishing its claws. It first hovered in mid-air, then swooped down, looking from a distance like a small mountain crashing down on its head.

　"Well done!"

　"Armament Haki Hardening: Super Strength Spiral Force!"

　Ye Chen first used Moonwalk to jump into the air, then his arm turned into a black iron block and clenched tightly. He threw a punch with great force, white water vapor overflowing from between his fists, and it was also mixed with superhuman strength techniques!

　At the same time, 10% of the compressive force is released in an instant!

　"boom!"

　A punch imbued with Armament Haki and superhuman strength landed squarely on the head of the dragon's head, and at the very moment of impact!

　The effects of Armament Haki burst forth, the space suddenly paused, and a Haki domain appeared.

　Centered on Ye Chen, streams of black and dark red energy flowed outwards from the area where his iron fist made contact with the earth dragon's head, just like black lightning!

　"Kacha!"

　With a single punch, the surface of the earthen dragon, which was over ten meters long, cracked inch by inch!

　But after all, it's an Earth Release technique, known for its defensive capabilities!

　Although the ninja was shocked, he believed that Ye Chen could only throw this punch in the air because he had no leverage point before landing. That would be the best moment for him to control the earth dragon's attack.

　"Moonstep!"

　Seeing that his first attack failed to shatter the earth dragon, Ye Chen used the Navy's Six Styles Moon Walk again, using his extremely strong leg strength to stomp on the air continuously.

　A vortex of air appeared beneath his feet, and then he actually took a step in mid-air to gain leverage, which to outsiders looked like he was walking in the air!

　"How is this possible?" the Kurotsuchi ninja exclaimed incredulously.

　Using Moonwalk to step into the air, Ye Chen attacked again. The earth dragon had already been shattered by his previous punch, so it was impossible for it to withstand another punch.

　Armament Haki: Iron Fist!

　With this punch, Ye Chen descended directly from the sky, unleashing a fist technique that descended from the heavens, directly striking the earth dragon's vital spot!

　The powerful Armament Haki combined with the monstrous Spiral Force smashed the Earth Dragon in half without any hindrance!

　shave!

　Ye Chen teleported, and a sudden gust of wind swept in. By the time the Black Earth Ninja reacted, Ye Chen's iron fist was already positioned on his chest; a counterattack would be enough to shatter him to pieces!

　"I surrender!" the Kurotsuchi ninja said hastily.

　"This is already a thirteen-game winning streak!"

　"Who is he?"

　"This person wasn't on the previous dark list!"

　(2/3)

　"This person might be invincible below the Jonin level!"

　The surrounding undercover agents were all talking amongst themselves, each with their own thoughts, but without exception, they all showed respect!

　The Dark Division is inherently a hierarchical organization, and the strong are naturally respected.

　A quick glance at the experience points: 7200/10000

　Ye Chen did not continue the duel and prepared to leave.

　At that moment, a white-haired man walked in amidst the awe-inspiring gazes of the numerous ANBU members. (3/3)

Chapter 33 Battle with a Kage-level Powerhouse (Seeking flowers and favorites)

　The Anbu suddenly fell silent. In the midst of the battle, all the ninjas consciously separated to the sides, and whether they were reserve ninjas or regular ninjas, they all stood up and bowed to Hatake Sakumo to show their respect for the Anbu captain.

　Sakumo Hatake nodded slightly, waved to indicate that everyone didn't need to be so polite, and then walked through the crowd directly to Ye Chen.

　This was the first meeting between Ye Chen and Hatake Sakumo, although Hatake Sakumo had heard of Ye Chen more than once.

　But this was the first time Ye Chen had seen Sakumo in person. Although Sakumo was still very young at this time, his flamboyant white hair was still unique in Konoha.

　In particular, his face bears a striking resemblance to Kakashi Hatake; indeed, like father, like son.

　"Captain!" Ye Chen said softly, his face showing respect.

　As the captain, White Fang naturally didn't wear a mask. With his strength, why would he need a mask to hide his identity?

　Furthermore, although the previous Hokage described Sakumo Hatake relatively little, it is not difficult to see that he was a powerful ninja worthy of respect.

　Ultimately, the choice between teammates and the mission rests with the teammates, even the rescued teammates turn around and accuse the other of being wrong.

　As a result, he was subjected to huge fishing boats, and eventually, unable to bear the burden, he committed suicide. It can be said that a hero's life was cut short, which is both lamentable and tragic.

　However, there is another theory, which leans towards conspiracy. Rather than saying that Sakumo Hatake committed suicide, it's possible that he was forced into it.

　As the Third Hokage's right-hand man, and whose strength and reputation surpassed even the Legendary Sannin at the time, he was even highly likely to become the Fourth Hokage in the future. Naturally, some people couldn't allow these things to happen, so they couldn't sit still.

　Regardless of the truth, Ye Chen didn't want to think about it too much! After all, he himself didn't have the strength to protect himself in the ninja world right now.

　"No need to be polite."