Mizukage's Pokémon Ninja Scroll

Chapter 204 Secret Techniques of the Dark Guard

Although the mission objective was clear, Tachibana Kanakawa still had many questions, so she simply asked them all at once.

"So how many escorts does Konoha have? Is there anyone from Sunagakure to meet them? Or is Konoha escorting them all the way to the Land of Wind?"

Yagura, on the other hand, didn't seem to dislike the numerous questions that Tachibana asked.

Intelligence is crucial for ninjas to carry out missions, so the more detailed the better.

Yagura first handed a scroll of information to Tachibana, and also gave a brief explanation.

"According to intelligence, the number of Konoha's escort personnel is not large. However, the exact number is uncertain, and even the person in charge of the team is unclear."

"Not many people, so they're all elites?" Jianchuan Tachibana silently translated for Yagura Karatachi in his mind.

"As for the Sand Village's support, there's no need to worry. Konoha will escort Pakura all the way to the Land of Rivers for the handover. You just need to intercept her in the Land of Fire."

"And this time it's a secret escort, so Konoha won't be taking the usual main road; instead, they'll be bypassing their own frontline camp."

There's only one reason that Jianchuan Ju can think of: it's embarrassing!

The prestigious No. 1 ninja village was not only forced to return prisoners, but also had to secretly escort them back to their hometown. It was utterly shameful.

However, this had nothing to do with Jianchuan Ju, so he continued to ask.

"Since it's a secret escort, what's the route?"

After thinking for a moment, Yagura decided to explain in more detail.

"We've already obtained the route through some people within Sunagakure, but we only have the general outline. That's why we're having Ao accompany you this time; we need him to help you pinpoint your target."

Jianchuan Ju subconsciously looked in Qing's direction, but Qing just smiled at him and didn't say anything more.

"Kisame Hoshigaki's main task this time is to cover your operation, but we still need to minimize ground troop operations to avoid inconvenience in retreating from the Land of Fire."

"Furthermore, this mission will require you to depart from the sea, and you will still be in command of the second ship. Although the escort ship crew will still accompany you, you will only be given half of the flying ninja."

"The rest of you will remain at the front-line camp, under the command of Minister Harusame. Ensure there are sufficient flying ninjas to support the front lines."

After hearing this, Jianchuan Ju nodded, indicating that she understood.

After all, this was a secret operation by Kirigakure, not a bombing of Konoha, so bringing too many people wouldn't have been useful.

"The remaining detailed information is all in the scroll; you can take a closer look before the mission."

Tachibana Kenkawa wasn't in a hurry to check it right away. He simply stuffed the scroll into his pocket, his mind preoccupied with what Yagura had just said.

"I didn't expect this information to have come from within Sunagakure itself."

"It seems someone doesn't want Yekura to go back."

"Luo Sha?"

"It shouldn't be. After so much time, Yekura is no longer a threat to Rasa's position; on the contrary, she would be a valuable asset. Otherwise, the return of the prisoners wouldn't have been accomplished."

"Probably some dirty internal strife again?"

Jianchuan Ju didn't care much about these things, and instead turned to look at Chunyu.

Jianchuan Ju had been wondering why Haruyu, who was unrelated to this mission, was waiting here.

I initially thought there was something else going on, but it turns out they were just here to hand over their team members.

"No, Minister Chunyu, the people under me are all terrible. You'd better be careful when using them."

Chunyu stared speechlessly at Jianchuan Ju, who was feigning pitifulness, her face full of exasperation.

He'd known this kid for a long time; he knew exactly what kind of person he was.

In the end, he just shook his head and chuckled, saying...

"Don't worry, I'll keep them all for you and return them when you come back."

Upon hearing this, Jianchuan Ju grinned and revealed a smile.

"Thank you very much, Minister Chunyu."

Then he looked at Yagura.

"Lord Yagura, when shall we depart?"

"No rush. We got the intelligence earlier this time. Konoha hasn't started transporting the Leaf Warehouse yet. You can go back and rest first, and make arrangements for the personnel involved in the operation."

Jianchuan Ju shrugged.

"Okay, that's not bad."

However, after Yagura finished speaking his last words, the rest of the people left the tent one after another.

But Jianchuan Ju showed no sign of moving an inch.

Instead, they stood still, staring straight at me.

"Um, Tachibana, aren't you leaving?"

To everyone's surprise, Tachibana Kanagawa had a look on her face that said, "Listen to what you're saying."

"Lord Yagura, have you forgotten something?"

Seeing that Yagura hadn't reacted yet, Tachibana simply stretched out her right hand, made a heart shape with her thumb and forefinger, and rubbed them together.

Yagura suddenly realized what was happening, patted his head, and laughed and scolded himself.

"You little rascal! You're not going to be shortchanged."

After saying that, Yagura picked up a scroll from the table and casually tossed it to Tachibana.

When Jianchuan Ju took it, he saw that the scroll clearly read "Secret Technique * Cutting Rain".

"I never expected it to be this kind of technique!"

Yagura also explained.

"This secret technique was originally only qualified for squad leaders in the Dark Division to learn, but you haven't been in the Dark Division for long enough. You were transferred out before you even became a squad leader."

"Of course, it's not against the rules for you to study as the squad leader now. Go back and study at your own pace."

Jianchuan Ju showed a bright and sunny smile and said.

"Then I thank you very much, Lord Yagura."

The Secret Technique * Rain Slicer* generates a fine rain composed of special chakra, which reduces the power of the enemy's ninjutsu.

Although it wasn't the signature ninjutsu of Yagura Karatachi, "Water Release: Water Mirror Technique," that he had imagined, Tachibana was still quite satisfied with the technique.

You can never have too many of these special ninjutsu techniques. Perhaps Tachibana Kanagawa can even apply this knowledge to develop other effects.

After happily leaving the tent, Jianchuan Ju intended to go and ask Qing about his recent situation.

However, they couldn't find the other party, so they decided to return to their own aircraft carrier to make arrangements for the personnel they were going to take out on the mission.

Since we'll be carrying out missions together soon, there's no rush to meet now.

"Captain, let our squad go with you! Squads one and two are one thing, but what right do Squad eight have?!"

As he spoke, the squad leader of the seventh team glared at his colleague.

"What are you looking at! When did our Air Force ever rank troops according to strength? If you're not happy, go up in the sky and have a go!!"

"What? Are you afraid of me?"

This time, Jianchuan Ju didn't hesitate too much and casually selected seven well-equipped flight formations to accompany him on his mission.

However, to my surprise, everyone else was quite enthusiastic, and they even argued over a spot to go on a mission.

"Stop talking nonsense! I'm actually thinking of resting at the camp! You guys should just be happy!"

Despite saying this, a smile still appeared on Jianchuan Ju's face as he did this.

Although his prestige in the Air Division was earned through repeated victories, he was still somewhat gratified to have gained the trust of these Blood Mist Ninjas.

"Alright, everyone else, report to Minister Chunyu."

"Be careful when you go on missions, and don't be stupid enough to rush ahead! I don't want to come back and have to retrain new recruits!"

Upon hearing this, everyone gave a knowing smile.

"Yes, Captain!"

(End of this chapter)