Chapter 481: A Capable Subordinate (1)

Chapter 481: A Capable Subordinate (1)

Moving at a rapid speed, Fujin reached close to the cave where Fujin had carved seals to create a safe hideout for Shigeki. When he was 12 kilometers from the cave, a smile appeared on Fujin's face. He thought, 'Though I'm not sure it is him, I can sense a disturbance in the Space-Time field. If it is him, then I'll be impressed. To have such perseverance Hehe, I got lucky in being able to recruit such a good subordinate so easily.'

Gaining a capable person to handle matters when he wasn't present was important for the organization's ability to survive and become stronger. It was the reason why Fujin made a move when he got the chance. Though Fujin couldn't visit him since then, that also served a purpose. It allowed Fujin to test his character and perseverance. After all, Fujin was the one who saved his life and gave him an opportunity to get revenge for his family. While this wasn't something Fujin did intentionally, he wouldn't reject the observations he gained due to it.

As he reached closer, Fujin could finally sense the chakra signature. Behind the mask, his smile grew wider. Meanwhile, inside the cave, Shigeki looked outside and wondered, 'Someone is able to sense me despite the seals in the cave?'

He immediately became alert. It was the first time someone had sensed him inside the cave. At the same time, he became hopeful and wondered, 'Has the Lord returned?'

Shigeki hoped that was the case. However, he prepared himself for a battle as well. While Shigeki wouldn't stand out if placed in a strong village like Konoha, in a minor village, he was ranked quite highly. After training continuously for nearly 3 years, his confidence had grown.

Very soon, Fujin appeared in front of the cave and entered it. On entering, he saw Shigeki in front of him. Shigeki immediately recognized him. He bowed slightly and said respectfully, "It's good to see you again, Lord Shiden."

Fujin nodded and said, "Drop the 'Lord'. It's good to see that you are still here, Shigeki. I'm impressed that you haven't left."

On hearing the command to drop 'Lord', Shigeki sighed in relief. It wasn't anyone in disguise nor had his savior's nature changed over the last 3 years.

Shigeki said, "You saved my life and gave me an opportunity. I won't break my promise unless you do something that goes against my beliefs."

Fujin nodded and said, "Good."

Shigeki asked, "If I may ask, can you tell me why you didn't appear for so long?"

While he did wait patiently, he couldn't help but think that Shiden had abandoned plans to build a branch there and hence hadn't come to visit him. Had he been strong enough to get his revenge, he might not have waited.

Fujin nodded and said, "It was a test."

Shigeki was surprised. He asked, "A test?"

Fujin replied, "Yes. It served two purposes. The first purpose was to test your nature. If you had left during this time, then it would have implied that you are ungrateful and don't stick to your words. I wouldn't want someone like that in our organization.

The second purpose was to test your perseverance. You were too weak to avenge your family back then. This time in isolation was the perfect environment for you to train yourself. I will need to check whether you have stayed true to yourself and your family and used this time well. Then I'll judge how you performed in this parameter."

Shigeki was surprised. At the same time, he was relieved and thought, 'Luckily, I didn't leave and kept training all the time!'

A smile formed behind Fujin's mask as he said, "To the deepest point obviously."

Shigeki was surprised. The Valley was surrounded by tall mountains. Compared to the edges, the deepest point of the Valley was almost a kilometer and a half deep. If it was a flat surface, then the deepest point would be around 10 kilometers away from the closest edge. As a result, the deepest point will be completely hidden from anyone!

He couldn't help but wonder, 'Is Shiden planning to create a base so deep in the valley? Wouldn't it make accessing it very difficult? Also, what's the purpose of this organization? He didn't even tell me the name of his organization.'

As they moved rapidly, Fujin asked, "Shigeki, before we fight, how would you evaluate your strength?"

Shigeki answered, "If I return to Tanigakure, then I'm sure I'll be able to contend for the spot of the strongest ninja in the village. If I was in a major village, I guess I would be an Elite Jounin."

Fujin was surprised by his self-evaluation. That said, he didn't assume it to be true. After all, most minor villages didn't believe themselves to be much weaker than major villages. The only points where they accepted their inferiority were the absence of rank S ninjas, Jinchurikis and the total number of ninjas.

Fujin asked, "And, what do you specialize in and what are your abilities?"

Fujin already knew the answer to this question. However, he didn't know what Shigeki did after their meeting. As such, he was curious to know.

Shigeki answered, "I specialize in Ninjutsus. More specifically, Wind and Water nature manipulation. The Land of Rivers is covered by numerous rivers. These two natures allowed me to restrict our enemies and keep them on the opposite bank. I'm decent at Taijutsu and can use some Genjutsu as well. Though they aren't as good as my Ninjutsu."

Fujin already knew that information. He asked, "And which are your strongest jutsus?"

[A/N : Bonus chapter on next Sunday if the fic gets 1000 Power Stones. Bonus chapter on next week's Saturday if the fic gets 2000 Power Stones.]

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