Chapter 191: C Rank: Search & Destroy... A book?

Chapter 191: C Rank: Search & Destroy... A book?

It was early morning in the Leaf village. The special two man Genin team was making their way to the Hokage tower. Kakashi had deemed his student ready for another C Rank mission. Before long they were in front of the Hokage.

Hiruzen smiled as he looked at the two ninjas. At that moment Daichi noticed something strange.

'Is it just me or does he seem like he's in a good mood... It's his smile It's definitely different from the ones before. Hmm Something must have gone his way'

Daichi didn't remark on what he noticed and kept a straight face.

"So are you two ready for your next C Rank mission?"

"Yes sir." The young Genin replied with a small smile.

The Hokage handed the mission scroll and explained the situation to the team.

[Quest Created - Search and Destroy]

Daichi read the details of the quest and quickly accepted it. It looked like an ordinary quest with no hidden agenda. Visit no(v)eLb(i)n.com for the best novel reading experience

"You will meet the client in the location marked on the scroll. Your task is to retrieve some valuables that were stolen from his house."

Daichi was surprised at the mission. 'Finding lost items? Feels like Deja vu.'

"But there is one condition." The Hokage continued. "Among the stolen valuables is a book containing information sensitive to the client. He wants the book destroyed. Your client Denjima will explain the details."

Both Kakashi and Daichi nodded and soon left the office.

Hiruzen sat back in his chair and thought about what the other Kage of the Hidden Leaf was up to right now. He recalled the conversation he had with Lord Second.

Flashback.

"There are several things that needs to be done. I will modify the barrier seal formula and strengthen it. We need to make sure something like the Ninetails attack never happens again." Tobirama said as he looked at a scroll.

"There is something else I've been meaning to ask It's about your teleportation jutsu."

Tobirama looked up from his scroll and motioned Hiruzen to continue.

"There has only been one person who could learn that jutsu and use it like you could. And it was Minato."

"Is there no one else who could use it?"

"There are his personal guards. But all three have to be present to use it. And that Teleportation jutsu is far too valuable to be ignored. But the problem is, even with your notes, the jutsu is far too complicated to use." Hiruzen didn't say anything more as he knew his predecessor understood what he wanted.

"You want me to rework the jutsu formula and make it so that someone capable can learn it."

The old kage nodded. "You're the only one familiar with space time ninjutsu. Even my knowledge on the subject is spotty at best."

Tobirama pondered on it and agreed. 'He has a point. That jutsu is indeed too valuable to be left alone. But I also need to make sure its useless in enemy hands.'

"I can certainly modify the jutsu. But I'll have to create some contingencies just in case. And simplifying the jutsu means its power will also be reduced. There will be more restrictions"

"I understand." Hiruzen nodded as he already has a list of Jonin candidates in mind who he believes can learn the jutsu.

Tobirama crossed his arms and spoke about the things he needed to do. "Studying the curse seal from that girl Anko will take time and creating a suitable removal method even more. I will put it at the bottom of the list. First and foremost, we need to strengthen the village. Creating countermeasures for the Reanimation Jutsu is the priority."

The second Hokage thought about the ordeal. 'If his student attacks the village, he will no doubt have several reanimations under him. And based on what Hiruzen said, Orochimaru will definitely improve the jutsu. He must be testing its limits even now. So the power and control aspect of the technique will certainly be greater than it is now. This is my first priority'

"And then there is the counter to the Genjutsu Kotoamatsukami. That jutsu is quite powerful. But if Danzo only has one eye then we have a chance." Hiruzen continued. He knew there were quite a lot of things needed to be done and not a lot of time.

The second Hokage nodded. "I will begin working on the Reanimation. I need you to get me a few things."

No sound was heard from the room for several minutes and then the door opened and Kakashi came out with a calm smile. "Well, we have what we need. Time for us to get to work. We will return here once the mission is completed."

With that the Jonin and Genin from the Leaf village left the Inn to complete their mission. Denjima sighed and went to the upper floor of the building. He knocked on a room marked 318 and a man in ordinary clothing opened the door.

"Master Ayama. The two ninjas have left for the mission."

The man now identified as Ayama nodded. "Were there any problems?"

"No sir. Everything went as expected But do you mind me asking, what if they decided to keep the book for themselves and try to learn the secrets of your business"

Ayama shook his head. "It's not a concern. There is a rule that says ninjas shouldn't open confidential documents pertaining to their clients. They won't break that rule and even if they do, they won't be able to learn the secrets of the book unless they have the key"

Denjima nodded and left. "I understand sir. I will wait for their arrival."

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"What kind of interrogation techniques did you use? I didn't hear any sounds and when you came out he didn't look physically hurt. So I'm guessing you went with some sort of psychological attack?" Daichi asked as he looked at his teacher.

"I could have. Or"

The young Genin sighed. "Or you could have used your Sharingan to get the information."

"It was much easier since I didn't know anything about him."

Daichi nodded. "So was he right? Is this Butsuba guy really the one behind the theft?" He asked his teacher.

Kakashi nodded his head at Daichi's question. "Yes. And based on what I learned he's a small time merchant. He would only have ordinary guards for protection."

"Something I don't understand. Why would he want to destroy the book if he gets it?"

The Jonin shrugged since he didn't know the answer. "Perhaps he wants to make sure his business secrets and tactics don't reach into rival hands again But whatever the case, our mission is to retrieve it and if not, destroy it."

"So how do we proceed sensei?"

"I have the location of his home. But we won't go break down the front door. We'll do this with stealth. We'll have to scout the location and see how many guards are present. Once we have all the information we'll strike a little after midnight."

The young gamer nodded to the plan and they made their way to their target's home. Soon the two ninjas reached a compound surrounded by walls and guards on all sides. Inside the compound stood a small mansion 3 stories tall.

Daichi used Chakra Sense and didn't find anyone with significant strength. 'All are normal guards. So that's why that Denjima guy applied for a C Rank. I thought there would be some ninjas considering the guy's wealth but it looks like that's not the case.'

Kakashi and Daichi were hidden in the trees surrounding the small mansion. Kakashi made a few hand signals and gave Daichi instructions.

Hold position. Observe guards. Moving to observe viable entry points.

Daichi nodded and Kakashi vanished without making a single leaf move. The young Gamer used Observe skill on every guard he saw to make sure there weren't any hidden surprises. Daichi mentally noted down their number, patrol paths, their behavior and more.

Time went by and the sun slowly set. 'So this is what Kakashi meant when he said we needed to have patience and D Rank was the best way to learn it This is soo goddamn boring'

Kakashi joined Daichi and the duo waited for the perfect time to strike. They saw the guards change shifts and Daichi could see that almost all of them were undisciplined or sleepy.

Soon the time came. Kakashi gave a single hand signal. Let's move. And the two ninjas quietly vanished from their spot.

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