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"Indeed, if it weren't for Zixiao's cover, I might already be dead in this battle."

Shuo Mao said with deep emotion.

"Thank you very much."

Zi Xiao said gratefully.

He knew very well that Akabane and Sakumo were stronger than him.

Zi Xiao was never the best from a young age, and he was used to it, so he told himself that as long as he was good at everything and did his job well, that would be enough.

But when faced with real comparisons, he still couldn't bear it.

Akabane could instantly kill several Chunin, and Sakumo could use his swordsmanship and agile movements to kill Chunin, while he could only restrain and be beaten.

The gap was too big, so big that it discouraged Zixiao.

"I've been used to it since I was a child, but you're right, I have my own uses, and luckily my element is fire."

Zi Xiao chuckled softly, then immediately pulled at her wound, causing another sharp pain.

Fire-attribute chakra possesses powerful offensive capabilities, which at least makes Zixiao somewhat stronger in attack, preventing her from being completely mediocre.

Otherwise, he really needs to consider changing careers or specializing in one thing.

"It's a pity you don't get along with the Uchiha, otherwise you could learn their best techniques and your strength would improve by a whole new level."

Seeing that his mood had improved, Akabane changed the subject.

Among Konoha's Fire Release techniques, the Uchiha clan is undoubtedly the strongest. Even Zixiao's Phoenix Flower Technique originated from the Uchiha clan.

Chapter 39 No, you don't want to rest

"Konoha...we're finally back."

On their way back to Konoha from the border, almost no one dared to attack them, so the journey was smooth, and they quickly returned to Konoha territory.

Upon seeing the gate, Akabane's eyes welled up with tears.

These past few days have been like hell. Now that he's finally back in Konoha, he feels he needs to take a sick leave.

In terms of physical condition and sick leave, being a member of the pommel horse family can be a significant advantage, increasing the chances of success.

"Back to Konoha, everyone disperse."

Danzo's shadow clone collapsed and disappeared the moment it finished speaking.

The remaining three people exchanged glances, as if they were reliving the joy of graduation. Even the most composed Sakumo's face twitched slightly, his expression quite varied.

"I'm finally back, and I've decided to take a vacation..."

As Akabane was speaking, he was interrupted by Zixiao halfway through.

"No, you don't want to rest. You want to update and benefit the vast number of comic book readers."

Zi Xiao remained serious, not giving Chi Yu a chance to finish her sentence.

"I want to see what happens next."

Sakumo also hurriedly urged for an update. As the father of his future "son," he was particularly eager to know how that bastard Akabane would draw the subsequent content.

"Please, I just got back..."

"Anyway, you're just using clones to do the manufacturing anyway, so what's the difference?"

Zi Xiao shrugged, then waved goodbye and quickly left.

"Remember to draw."

Shuo Mao spoke gently, but having just experienced bloodshed, he always exuded a chilling aura that sent shivers down people's spines.

"Who are you all? Even shadow clones need to rest!"

Akabane sighed helplessly. No one would believe him if he said that, after all, he was the one with the least human rights among all the shadow clones of Konoha.

He hadn't walked far when he saw Tsunade around a corner.

She had just run over, her expression excited and nervous, but upon seeing Akabane, all those expressions vanished, replaced by calm: "Oh, haven't seen you for days. Did you just come back from outside the village?"

"..."

Tsunade, your flirting skills are terrible.

Konoha is only so big; it's impossible to keep any mission a secret from any group.

Akabane silently complained in his heart, but considering the other party's good intentions, he didn't say what he really thought: "Yeah, I just came back from completing a mission."

"I really envy you guys. We've been doing odd jobs for three days already."

Tsunade sighed, feeling very disappointed.

What these people longed for most was to leave the village and encounter a major mission, but they hadn't even accepted a C-level mission, let alone left the village.

"Don't even mention it, the back-and-forth travel is exhausting. Why don't you tell Danzo to switch places with me?"

Akabane remained expressionless. He got angry when Danzo was mentioned. Other teams started from the bottom, so why did they skip directly?

"Goodbye, Danzo..."

Tsunade's indescribable expression clearly showed that she had a very clear understanding of Danzo and had absolutely no feelings of admiration for him.

Danzo was not a good person, even during this period.

Akabane didn't dislike Danzo, but after spending a few days with him, he also didn't like him.

He looked somewhat depressed as he walked home along the street, with Tsunade following beside him, as if he had no particularly urgent mission.

The more this was the case, the more sorrowful Akabane felt in his heart.

They're both genin, but the treatment they receive is vastly different.

"By the way, if you're free this afternoon, shouldn't you be drawing? It's been four or five days, and you still haven't gotten the next part of the story out..."

Tsunade followed him for a while, then suddenly realized that she hadn't even told him her main purpose for coming to see him.

"..."

The romance is also something that urges for more updates.

"Also, don't forget to send me the original cover design."

Seeing Akabane continue forward, Tsunade shouted from behind.

He was devastated. He waved his hand helplessly and then turned to go home.

Regardless, updates still need to be made, otherwise if these manga fans come knocking on his door, the Kurama clan might not be able to protect him—not to mention, just one Uzumaki Mito would be enough to give them a hard time.

On the other side, the Hokage Building.

"My lords, many rogue ninjas have suddenly appeared in our Land of Whirlpools, damaging all our trade routes, and we are also being hunted down by many ninjas..."

The caravan leader, who had been brought to Konoha by Danzo, slowly revealed the truth about his current situation in the Land of Whirlpools. Inside the office were the Third Hokage, Danzo, Koharu Utatane, and Homura Mitokado.

This is the current highest leadership of Konoha.

"Where did these rogue ninjas come from? Didn't Uzushio Village take any action?"

Koharu's expression was serious, and she was very puzzled.

Uzumaki Village is a true ally of Konoha, and its leadership is well aware of just how powerful the Uzumaki clan is.

This is a terrifying clan; each member possesses exceptional talent, and it's impossible for them to be unable to handle mere rogue ninjas.

"There are too many! There are far too many rogue ninjas, and it's impossible to tell where they come from. Moreover, they don't confront the ninjas of Uzumaki Village directly; they usually avoid them. Although the Uzumaki clan mobilized their forces, their efficiency was too low."

The caravan leader smiled wryly.

If he hadn't contacted the Senju and Uzumaki clans, he would have been completely unaware of so many secrets, which is why Danzo immediately took him alone to Konoha.

Unfortunately, this person, as the leader, was targeted and suffered severe injuries, remaining unconscious for half a day; otherwise, he wouldn't have had to wait until now.

"So you want us to take action?"

The Third Hokage exhaled a puff of smoke and spoke his first words.

"Yes, please help Uzushio Village and the Land of Whirlpools, Lord Hokage."

The caravan leader immediately knelt down and begged desperately.

"Is this your idea, or the idea of ​​the Uzumaki clan or Uzumaki Village?"

Danzo said coldly.

"This...this is of course the will of the Uzumaki clan..."

The caravan leader was sweating profusely, his eyes darting between the four men.

He is lying!

Danzo remained indifferent and unmoved.

The Third Hokage took a few puffs of his cigarette without speaking. At this moment, Mitokado Homura had no choice but to speak: "Mr. Kazama, we don't want to hear lies. Please answer honestly."

"My lords, this...this is really..."

"Ok?"

Danzo opened his eyes, his killing intent surging forth.

"Danzo, don't treat Konoha's guests like this."

The Third Hokage immediately stopped him, then smiled gently and said, "Mr. Kazama, I don't think Uzushio Village asked Konoha to take action, right? Otherwise, it wouldn't have been you who came, but the Uzumaki clan."

"This……"

Kazama Satoshi turned pale with fright, his legs trembled, and he almost knelt down with a thud.

"Since this is not the will of Utsushima Village, we cannot intervene. We apologize."

Xiaochun shook her head, looking regretful.

"But……"

"Mr. Kazama can stay in Konoha for a while and take a look around, but there's nothing we can do about this matter for the time being."

The Third Hokage said apologetically.

Kazama Sakai's face was grim. He nodded with difficulty and left the office.

The remaining four people sat inside in silence.

“If it weren’t for an official request, we could only offer support through a mission assignment, but this…”

Mitomon Homura said half a sentence, then hesitated and didn't continue.

The border chase alone has already produced Jonin-level figures, so sending a rookie squad would be a joke, but being too weak is equally useless...

"Let's wait and see. If Kazama Sakai goes to the Senju clan, there might be a turning point."

The Third Hokage rose, sighed softly, and left.

Chapter 40 Take the comic and go home.

"I'll try to draw up to chapter 10 today, and then send it to Yamano Izumi Hiroshi."

Back home, Akabane created a shadow clone, set a small goal for it, then ignored its resentful and angry gaze and lay down to rest.

This was the first time he had actually been in contact with a bed in several days. He was so exhausted that he didn't fall asleep until very late that night in the mountain village.

"There are too many words to say; I simply can't draw that many on my own."

The shadow clone complained.

"Don't worry, I'll create a second one later. I'm too tired right now, and I might faint as soon as I create the second clone. Then you'll all disappear just like before."

Akabane looked exhausted, but as a clone, how could he not know the actual situation?

Actually, I haven't done much work these past few days; I've just been running around a lot.

Ultimately, it's just laziness!

The clone silently complained to himself, too lazy to say anything more about Akabane.

You can't fight city hall. Whether it's one or two people, he'll still be doing the same amount of work. The only thing is that the progress of the comic will be a little slower.