Mizukage's Pokémon Ninja Scroll

Chapter 264 Retaliation

After hearing the Third Mizukage's request, Tachibana Kanagawa finally understood why he insisted on recalling her and Harusame.

"Just as Teacher Qing said, it's because of the ability to fly!"

This time, Kirigakure did not intend to have a Jinchuriki infiltrate the core of the village before launching an attack, as they had done with Kumogakure when they attacked the village before.

Instead, they opted for the safer method of releasing the Tailed Beasts via airdrop, which required the deployment of flying ninjas.

As for why he didn't bring the other members of the Air Force, Tachibana Kenkawa has some guesses.

The location of Kumogakure is quite unique. It is a village built on a towering mountain peak, shrouded in mist and clouds, and occasionally thunder and lightning-streaked cumulonimbus clouds can be seen.

Not to mention whether the other members of the Sky Division could fly to such a high mountain peak, even if they did, flying ninjas, all equipped with metal gear, would have to be careful of being hit by lightning strikes from high above.

Moreover, this mission can only last for seven days due to the seal of "Zero Eight-Tailed Fox," so it is obviously impossible to wait for a clear day after reaching the destination before taking action.

So it really is only Tachibana and Kenkawa who can carry out this mission.

As expected, the Third Mizukage also made a special explanation.

"Harusame, your bubble ninjutsu can easily carry people. And Tachibana, you'll be responsible for assisting Harusame and providing cover for her."

"The village will also send a secret team to assist you, but their mission is only to escort you to the vicinity of Kumogakure. The rest of the work will have to be done by the two of you."

"Yes!" x2

Since the Third Mizukage had said so, the two naturally accepted the order respectfully.

He carried a container wrapped up like a mummy and went to meet up with the members of the Dark Guard who were participating in this mission.

However, after leaving the base, Tachibana Kanakawa noticed that, seemingly because the "Zero Eight-Tails" had been sealed away, the villagers on the street seemed to be much more normal.

Yes, there's been a lot more arguing and shouting.

Unfortunately, with her mission at hand, Jianchuan Ju didn't have time to check on the changes at Old Man Shuangyue's place.

Arriving at the Anbu base with Chunyu, Tachibana Kenkawa smiled upon seeing the Anbu members who were cooperating with this operation.

Surprisingly, three of his acquaintances were among them. Hozuki Shingetsu and Tamura Yuka were participating as ordinary members of the Anbu, while the last one was...

"Ghost Shou, when did you return to the village?"

That's right, the squad leader of this secret unit is none other than Kisame Hoshigaki!

Because he hadn't returned to the front-line camp for over two months, Tachibana Kanakawa was urgently recalled without informing anyone. He traveled day and night to get back to the village, only to find that Kisame Hoshigaki was no longer on the front lines.

"Hehe, I came back half a month ago, and I can go on missions with Dr. Tachibana again."

Upon hearing this, Tachibana Kanagawa chuckled.

Being able to carry out missions with the reliable Kisame Hoshigaki made Tachibana Kenkawa feel much more at ease.

However, it was only then that Tachibana Kanakawa realized what was happening.

Back then, I and Captain Harusame were directly transferred from the Anbu to the Air Force. However, Kisame Hoshigaki and Harpoon only became Ninja Swordsmen; they weren't actually transferred out of the Anbu.

Kushimaru Kurihara, the ninja swordsman, also serves as the head of the Anbu (Anbu headquarters).

With Kisame Hoshigaki's current strength, it wouldn't be surprising if he became a captain in the Anbu.

After greeting two other acquaintances, Jianchuan Ju said goodbye to everyone before leaving the village together and heading towards the Land of Lightning by boat.

After the personnel who carried out this mission left, three figures suddenly appeared in a flash on the highest cliff next to the entrance of Kirigakure Village.

It was the Third Mizukage, the green-haired ANBU who had always been following behind him, and Yagura Karatachi.

Yagura, the first to speak, was tachibana.

"I've done what I promised you; now it's your turn to fulfill your promise!"

However, the Third Mizukage, who was standing in front of Yagura, did not react to these words. Instead, the ANBU member next to him let out a strange laugh.

"Hehe, don't be in such a hurry, Lord Yagura. This is just the start; it doesn't count as fulfilling our promise yet."

After saying that, the 'Anbu' member shrugged at Yagura Karatachi with a hint of provocation.

"you!"

Yagura was about to get angry.

Mizuki Sandai, who seemed not to have heard their conversation at all, suddenly turned around and faced Yagura Karatachi.

Suddenly, the Third Mizukage's eyes, which had been narrowed, opened slightly, revealing a chilling red light.

Faced with the smiling 'Anbu' and the cold-faced Third Mizukage, Yagura Karatachi simply clenched his fists, left with the words "Remember your promise," and then turned and left.

On the sea leading to the Land of Lightning.

Jianchuan Ju leaned alone against the edge of the plywood, looking at the sea.

In his previous life, he never saw the real ocean until his death, but after transmigrating, he seems to travel back and forth by boat frequently.

Moreover, since they were carrying out a dangerous secret mission, and even had to drop such a "weapon of mass destruction" on the enemy, it was destined to cause the deaths of many innocent people.

Tachibana Kanagawa discovered that she didn't feel much guilt, as if she were just a heartless task machine.

Although he kept telling himself that Kumogakure was the enemy and that they were the ones who attacked Kirigakure first, he was able to retaliate against the enemy without any scruples.

But Tachibana Kanagawa is still afraid of her own gradual cold-bloodedness.

"I think I'm becoming more and more like a true Blood Mist ninja."

Thinking that after the Third Shinobi World War, the shinobi world might usher in a rare period of peace.

However, Tachibana Kenkawa, who was transported to the present day and immediately faced the Third Shinobi World War, found himself somewhat unsure how to cope with a peaceful life.

"I really envy those time travelers who were born in Naruto's era."

Although they still faced all sorts of enemies, and even though there were still battles and sacrifices, at least the Fourth Shinobi World War had a clear distinction between good and evil.

Regardless of winning or losing, they will not feel disgusted with their own behavior.

"Invasion and being invaded? Hah, what's the difference between this and gangsters fighting over territory?"

"Oh, no, gangsters don't harm family members."

Jianchuan Ju couldn't imagine how she would face those in Kumogakure whose families had been destroyed by this operation once peacetime arrived.

Or even earlier, the relatives and friends of those you killed on the battlefield.

Tachibana Kanagawa, whose hands were already stained with blood, opened his palms and stared blankly at the azure sea.

"Actually, it might not be so bad if the village—no, the entire ninja world—were trapped in that negative emotion absorption barrier."

At that moment, Kisame Hoshigaki walked out of the cabin and interrupted Tachibana Kanakawa's self-pity.

"Dr. Lu, what are you standing there for?"

Upon hearing the voice, Tachibana Kanagawa did not turn around immediately. Instead, she first put the mask on her face before speaking in a light tone.

"It's nothing, it's just that it's rare to be operating as an ANBU member again, so I'm feeling a bit sentimental."

After reviewing the draft, I've decided to add an extra chapter tomorrow so everyone can read this part in one go.

Many people guessed Zero-tailed, but they all forgot about the previous Eight-tailed Fingers.

I guess you could say I guessed correctly (I saw someone else guessed the golden skill a tiny bit correctly too).

Haha, my boss was away on a business trip this week, and there wasn't much going on at the company, so I secretly wrote quite a bit. I'll add a little more words tomorrow~

(Well, my boss probably won't read this novel of mine, I guess.)

(End of this chapter)