Chapter 232: Want to Learn? I’ll Teach You!

Chapter 232: Chapter 232: Want to Learn? I'll Teach You!

Shūichi knew that Hiruzen Sarutobi and Shikaku Nara's concerns weren't unfounded.

Moreover, he could discern the subtle opposition in Hiruzen's words.

As for Shikaku, his analysis was purely logical and impartial, with no bias.

Unifying the ninja world was undoubtedly an extremely challenging task.

After all, the concept of individual shinobi villages was deeply ingrained in people's minds, tied to their interests and power structures. It wasn't something a few lofty words could resolve.

The unification of China by Qin Shi Huang had been short-lived, as his death quickly led to rebellion from the six states' nobility. It wasn't until the Han Dynasty that ideological unity was truly achieved.

The issues that Hiruzen Sarutobi and Shikaku Nara worried about had, in fact, been raised by Minato Namikaze before.

Peaceful unification? Impossible.

This was a matter of stark, naked interests.

"This is indeed a tough problem. If it weren't for the threat of the Eye of the Moon Plan, we could simply conquer the other villages one by one—those who resist would be killed."

Shūichi continued, "But now we must prevent Uchiha Madara from taking advantage of the situation."

Shikaku Nara suggested, "Perhaps we can first use the Eye of the Moon Plan to form a Ninja Alliance. Once Uchiha Madara is dealt with, we can use the Alliance as a foundation for unification."

"At that point, as a hero with overwhelming power, your influence would greatly reduce resistance."

Shūichi smiled and nodded. "That's certainly one approach."

"But in reality, Nagato has a similar goal to mine."

"His original intention was to seize the Ten-Tails and use it as a weapon to sweep across the ninja world."

"I've made a bet with him: whoever wins, the loser must submit."

"So, right now, Nagato and I are both competitors and collaborators."

Hiruzen and Shikaku were shocked to hear this—this was information they hadn't known before.

Shikaku's sharp mind quickly deduced Shūichi's intentions. "Shūichi, are you planning to use the Akatsuki's power to weaken the other villages while leveraging their threat to gradually erode them?"

Shūichi nodded. "That is one of my plans."

"Also, I just received intel that the Fourth Mizukage of Kirigakure may already be under the Akatsuki's control."

What?!

Hiruzen and Shikaku were taken aback.

That's an entire village's leader!

Hiruzen's tone grew serious. "From earlier intelligence, the Fourth Mizukage became the Jinchūriki of the Three-Tails... Could it be Obito's Mangekyō Sharingan?"

Shūichi nodded. "This hasn't been fully confirmed, but it's highly likely. Only Obito's Mangekyō could achieve this level of control."

"Because of our current relationship, Kumo has already set its sights on Amegakure. This means the Akatsuki will likely sever overt ties with Amegakure."

Shikaku remarked, "Kirigakure would serve as an excellent cover."

"It's isolated in the sea and already follows a closed-door policy."

"And now, with the Fourth Mizukage under control... Without the right intelligence, who could possibly imagine such a thing?"

Hiruzen added gravely, "If Obito's Sharingan is exposed, then..."

Shūichi shook his head. "It won't matter. Obito is also under Uchiha Madara's control."

Whether or not Obito was truly controlled didn't matter—the narrative would stand.

After all, it was Uchiha Madara, the original wielder of the Rinnegan. The explanation would make perfect sense!

Unless Obito fully aligned himself with the Eye of the Moon Plan.

Hiruzen nodded, then asked, "So, Shūichi, are you planning to expose the Fourth Mizukage's manipulation at the right moment?"

Shikaku added, "If we reveal this during the chaos caused by the Akatsuki in Kirigakure, it could create a power vacuum—a perfect opportunity to bring them under our control."

Shūichi instantly understood Shikaku's underlying message.

The Fourth Mizukage must die.

Hiruzen then asked, "Shūichi, when you visited Kirigakure, who would most likely succeed the Fourth Mizukage as the next leader?"

The old are indeed the wisest.

While Shikaku focused on the Fourth Mizukage, Hiruzen was already considering the next candidate.

Of course, Shūichi thought Shikaku had tactfully left this part unsaid.

"As for the Fifth Mizukage..."

Shūichi smiled. "The most likely candidate would be Mei Terumi, someone around my age."

"She possesses two Kekkei Genkai abilities, and I've already placed a Flying Thunder God mark on her."

Shikaku asked, "A kunoichi?"

"If she's around your age, perhaps marriage could be used to smooth the process and reduce difficulties."

Shūichi glanced at Shikaku, feeling as though he was being slandered.

Hiruzen, however, nodded in agreement. "That's indeed a good suggestion."

"As for Sunagakure, if the Fourth Kazekage... Pakura would also make an excellent choice for leadership."

Hearing this, Shūichi silently mourned for the Fourth Kazekage.

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The Cloud Delegation departed on the second day.

"I'm currently the head of Konoha's Root Special Training Division. That means every member of the Anbu, now and in the future, will go through my training."

"Surely you don't think I got this position just because I'm the Fourth Hokage's student?"

"I've mastered all five basic chakra natures, Yin Release, Yang Release, and the seven elemental transformations. As far as I know, even Nagato only has six."

Konan responded calmly, "My techniques don't fall under the seven elemental transformations."

Despite her words, sheets of white paper floated into the air.

Shūichi caught the paper with a smile, examining it closely. "Special paper, waterproof, and mixed with the materials used in chakra test papers. Not bad."

Paper clones? Is that supposed to be difficult?

Infusing his chakra into the paper, Shūichi made it rise and, under Konan's slightly shocked gaze, the paper combined in midair to form a replica of himself.

Paper Clone Technique!

For Shūichi, who had the [Clone Master] tag and could create clones from virtually anything, paper clones were child's play.

After all, he had already developed Crow Clone Technique.

With a rustling sound, the paper clone dispersed, scattering sheets of paper in front of Konan.

Shūichi remarked, "Paper clones shouldn't be too hard for you."

"Compared to standard clone techniques or Shadow Clone Technique, you just need to incorporate a bit of transformation thinking into it."

"Give it a try."

Konan stared at him, her mind filled with doubt.

Is this guy insane?

Or does he actually have a thing for me?

Suppressing her thoughts, she contemplated for a moment before picking up a sheet of paper from her desk. After a short while, the paper floated into the air, forming the upper half of her body.

Shūichi nodded approvingly with a smile. "Not bad. The next step is just training."

"You're better at manipulating paper than I am, so it shouldn't take you long to perfect this."

"After that, you can work on techniques like the Hydrification Technique or Shukaku's sand body. Those are slightly more challenging..."

As he spoke, Shūichi lowered his gaze under Konan's watchful eyes.

Is this guy seriously planning to develop such techniques in such a short time?

Konan's face remained calm, but her heart wavered.

If he actually managed to do it, such talent would be terrifying—far surpassing even Nagato.

Meanwhile, in the next room, the Animal Path opened its eyes again, a hint of suspicion in its gaze.

Did he already know such techniques beforehand?

No... there would've been no need to hide them.

But to master all chakra natures at his age and surpass the Fourth Raikage in Lightning Release... his talent is truly astonishing.

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Time passed little by little, and soon an hour had gone by.

Konan glanced at Shūichi, who was now sitting so close to her, and secretly exhaled in relief.

It shouldn't be possible to achieve something like that in such a short time.

However, just as she was about to lower her head and continue her work, the sound of rustling paper filled her ears.

Konan abruptly looked up, her pupils contracting sharply.

Shūichi's body was transforming into paper—piece by piece, layer by layer, peeling away from his form.

Suddenly, with a loud "bang", Shūichi exploded, scattering countless sheets of white paper that fluttered throughout the room.

"This..."

Konan couldn't help but stand up, staring in shock at the flying paper filling the space.

Moments later, the sheets swirled and gathered together, re-forming into Shūichi, who was once again sitting casually on the desk.

He smiled. "It was a bit tricky, I admit."

Konan was truly stunned. Her slightly parted lips trembled as she asked, "You... how did you do that?"

Of course, by cheating!

If Shūichi hadn't already mastered Shukaku's sand body and analyzed the Hydrification Technique, coupled with the simplicity of Paper Ninjutsu's principles and its lack of elemental nature transformations, he wouldn't have been able to accomplish it so quickly.

This was the essence of "Master one technique, master them all!"

But naturally, he couldn't explain that to Konan. Instead, he extended his right hand toward her and said with a grin, "Want to learn?"

"I'll teach you!"

(End of Chapter)

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