I'm drawing manga in Naruto

"Hokage Rock".

At this time, many people were repairing the statue of the Third Hokage at Hokage Rock, gradually revealing it bit by bit from nothing.

Is this reasonable guidance?

Orochimaru seemed to be deep in thought; this was guidance!

"Maybe I should give it a try and see what it's like to draw comics."

He thought to himself.

To understand and guide people's hearts, one must first learn to fathom their hearts, and storytelling is a good way to do this.

"No, comics are too complicated. All I need is a story."

"Try it."

……

"It seems Orochimaru has overcome his predicament."

On the Hokage Building, the Third Hokage, who had been monitoring the area with his telescope technique, breathed a sigh of relief.

"Orochimaru isn't as fragile as you think; he's the most suitable person to take over the Anbu."

Danzo entered from outside the office, looking confident.

Although Kurama Akabane possessed exceptional talent and inherited bloodline, Danzo disapproved of his lazy nature, while he saw ambition and stubbornness in Orochimaru.

Ambitious people have the motivation to pursue their goals and become stronger!

"You are not allowed to touch Orochimaru before the time we agreed upon, otherwise!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi unleashed his power, instantly creating a tense atmosphere in the office.

"Keep your weak threats to yourself. You said it a year ago, and it's a year now, hmph."

Danzo chuckled softly, then turned and left.

Back in the Dark Division, he took out the comic book he had bought earlier and started reading it again from the beginning.

He had only glanced at it a few times before losing interest and continuing to busy himself with Root matters. Now that he had some free time, coupled with Akabane's outstanding performance, he had regained considerable interest in the book.

"Um……"

After reading the first chapter, he glanced at the table, seemingly deep in thought.

"Lord Danzo, is this book... really that good?"

Seeing that even the head of the ANBU was reading this comic, the ANBU ninja responsible for protecting him spoke in a strange tone.

"The book itself is not important; the author of the book is."

Danzo said calmly.

"Oh? So this is your disciple, Kurama Akabane?"

"Ah."

Danzo responded and focused on reading the manga.

Episode 2, Episode 3...

He quickly finished reading all five chapters, closed the book, and seemed to be reflecting on it.

"My lord... what have you noticed?"

"I asked curiously," the ANBU ninja asked.

"The tailed beasts are the strongest fighting force in each village, but also the most unstable factor. Konoha has always sealed the strongest Nine-Tails, and thanks to the Uzumaki clan's physique and sealing techniques, there has never been a problem. However, something happened to the Nine-Tails in his book, and the successor is a half-blood who knows nothing."

Danzo sneered.

The pure-blooded Uzumaki clan has always had red hair, so how come there are Uzumaki clan members with golden hair?

"You mean..."

He believed that something terrible was going to happen to the Uzumaki clan, something that would nearly lead to their extermination!

Danzo said with certainty.

"Why? Maybe this is just a story he imagined?"

The ANBU ninja guarding the side were even more puzzled. The Uzumaki clan had lived in the Land of Whirlpools for generations. Who could possibly attack the Uzumaki clan?

Besides, Akabane is just a child, so what deeper meaning could there be?

"Replace asking questions with thinking, and also help me collect his latest content so I can see it as soon as possible."

Danzo put down his book and gave a special instruction.

"Yes!"

Although puzzled, the ANBU ninja nodded in agreement.

After his subordinates left, Danzo picked up the book again and looked at the opening of the first page.

"The Nine-Tails... the Uzumaki clan will target the Uzumaki clan..."

Danzo took out the map and examined it carefully. Akabane's manga was just a concept, but inspired by it, he felt that the possibility was quite high.

Every husband is not guilty, and he is guilty of his crime.

Powerful sealing techniques and terrifying vitality are the reasons why Mito Uzumaki, as a Jinchūriki, lived such a long life. In contrast, the Jinchūriki of other ninja villages met rather tragic ends...

To deal with the tailed beasts of Konoha, we must first cut off the source of the Jinchūriki.

The Uzumaki clan is in danger!

"The Hidden Cloud Village? Or the Hidden Mist Village, or something else?"

Danzo was lost in thought.

This is something that may not necessarily happen, but as a member of the Anbu and the future Root of Konoha, he needs to plan ahead and make arrangements in advance.

Chapter 35 Mission: The Border of the Fire Kingdom

"Episode 8 is finally over."

"Damn salted fish, next time I think you can just summon them all at once, no need for this trouble."

That night, before the two clones disappeared, they both said something to Akabane at the same time.

"Wait for me……"

Akabane was about to tell them not to disappear in such a hurry, but then...

Bang!

With a bang, the clones vanished simultaneously.

"I rely on!"

Akabane wanted to curse. These two bastards were definitely taking advantage of his free time that afternoon and were deliberately getting revenge.

She's about to faint...

As he thought about it, his head suddenly felt like it had been hit by a hammer, his skull was about to split open, and he was in excruciating pain.

After a while, he sat on the bed, panting heavily.

"I... damn it, those two bastards..."

Akabane gasped for breath, realizing that his clone had been right; his 70 points of mental energy were just enough to bring him to the limit where both clones would disappear at the same time.

"Child, who are you talking to?"

Qianming's voice came from outside the door.

"Talking to himself."

Akabane rubbed his temples as he gave a perfunctory reply.

"Given Lord Danzo's personality, you'll likely be on a mission tomorrow, so get some sleep."

Kurama Chiaki said through the door.

"Ah."

……

When Akabane woke up early in the morning, his headache was gone.

"High mental strength is indeed useful. It seems that in addition to exchanging for ninjutsu, I should also exchange for more mental strength."

Akabane thought to himself.

Leaving the Kurama clan's territory, Akabane saw Nara Shikamei, who had gotten up early to go out.

"That's strange, Lu Ming, you're up so early."

Akabane was quite surprised.

"Ha, I've never been late for school all these years, you have no right to say I get up late, do you?"

Lu Ming sneered.

No, you were late once.

Akabane said casually as he walked toward the Hokage Building.

"Holy crap, who's responsible for that?"

The only time Lu Ming was late was on graduation day, a memory that still bothers him.

"Being late is being late, once or several times is the same. I'm off, I'm off to catch up on my task."

Akabane instantly accelerated and rushed towards the Hokage Building.

Nara Shikamei was stunned for a moment, and couldn't help but wonder—what time is it now?

Are we going to be late if we rush like this?

After thinking it over, he quickened his pace and ran towards the Hokage Building.

"Wait, why would I go to the Hokage Building? I'm training today!"

After running a few steps, Lu Ming gradually figured it out.

We're just genin, still in training, what kind of mission could we possibly be on?

"Huh, that red feather..."

His expression was blank, then he looked in the direction Akabane had left with some sympathy. "Following Danzo is really miserable. Even someone like Akabane has become diligent."

If Akabane knew this, he would strongly agree with Shikame's idea.

Following a mission fanatic like Danzo is truly the worst luck imaginable.

As soon as they arrived at the Hokage Building, before they could even catch their breath, Danzo had already come out with the mission sheet, followed by Sakumo Hatake and Shishou Mitarashi.

"Mission: Assist in border patrol."

Danzo said calmly.

"What? Aren't genin usually just helping the villagers with chores?"

Akabane was shocked; this guy had access to special privileges!

"It's just a C-level mission. Your strength is the best this year, so you're more than capable of handling this mission."

Danzo didn't pay attention to Akabane's words. After reading the manga, he had a pretty good grasp of the kid's personality.

She is intelligent and has precocious thinking; her only flaw is that she is lazy.

Young people always need to be pushed a little.

Danzo walked slowly towards the edge of the village.

As one of Konoha's top ninjas, Danzo's travels naturally attracted a great deal of attention, drawing many people's attention along the way.

Upon reaching the gate, Danzo took out the pass and mission sheet.

"Lord Danzo is going to participate in border patrols?"

"Ah."