Scheming Orochimaru
Life gradually returned to normal.
After making a phone call to the Land of Haze, the Land of Haze seemed indifferent to its reputation and the two Ninjas, and made no real move.
Shinki's extortion attempt failed.
The key issue is that he kept the two Haze Ninja brothers locked up in jail, and he still had to pay for their food.
So Shinki wondered if he could recruit these two into Konoha...
Later, the Shinki Sect's Anbu service investigated them and discovered that the four brothers had used all the commission fees for their missions to build Orphanage...
Therefore, Shinki asked Shikamaru to act as an intermediary, trying to persuade the two brothers to voluntarily join Konoha and be loyal to Konoha.
As they walked out of Konoha Prison, both Yūgata and Yorukata felt somewhat incredulous.
"Konoha doesn't seem as bad as described. The Hokage here isn't a monstrous demon with a blue face and fangs, and not everyone here is evil."
"Yes, perhaps we're too narrow-minded."
Upon hearing their conversation, the jailer responsible for escorting them out of prison burst into laughter. "Haha, how can anyone still spread rumors about Konoha like that?"
"You know, Konoha is now the most suitable place for Ninjas to live! ❛‿˂̵✧"
"Furthermore, after the Lord Sixth came to power, he not only renovated the Orphanage but also launched a pension insurance program through New Future Company, ensuring that elderly Ninjas are cared for in their old age..."
The Yūgata and Yorukata brothers were stunned as they listened to the jailer's endless tale of Konoha's benefits.
Before today, they had never considered whether a Ninja Village was worth serving.
The Hokage's Office.
Shinki and Shikamaru stood side by side.
Watching the setting sun gradually sink in the distance, Shinki casually asked, "How are those two brothers?"
Shikamaru grinned. "It went smoothly. They are Ninjas who grew up under the oppressive policies of Haze Ninja Village, and were abandoned by Haze Ninja. After seeing Ninja benefits far exceeding Konoha of Haze Ninja, they were able to make the right choice."
"However, there's one thing I need to emphasize: they still miss the Orphanage in Haze Ninja, after all, it's where they grew up."
Shinki smiled, "That's easy to solve. Konoha doesn't just raise two orphans casually... It just so happens that Konoha's birth rate has dropped in the last two years, so there are more Ninja prospects. (๑ت๑)"
After understanding what Shinki meant, Shikamaru nodded. "Understood."
"Seriously, Shinki, you're really getting more and more professional as Hokage."
Shinki casually picked up the cup, took a sip of water, and said, "I've always been reliable. ❛‿˂̵✧"
Shikamaru chuckled and left.
The next day.
A clever Ninja in the Sealing Squad has developed a new Sealing Jutsu and asked Shinki to help test its power.
At this moment, Shinki was trapped inside a blue-purple light barrier by more than twenty sealed Ninjas!
The Ninja developed this Sealing Jutsu explained while forming hand seals to maintain the Sealing Jutsu: "This Sealing Jutsu not only creates a strong barrier that restricts the enemy's movement, but it can also, to some extent, prevent the enemy from gathering Chakra... (◔◡◔)"
The words had barely left his mouth.
"Bang!!"
The sealing barrier was shattered by the Shinki's punch.
Shinki said indifferently, "It's still lacking."
" For Ninjas with slightly better Taijutsu, breaking through isn't difficult. Take Guy from our village, for example, or the Fifth with his immense strength... See if you can find a way to improve upon it."
The Ninja from the Sealing Squad nodded obediently upon hearing this.
No sooner had Shinki finished speaking than a green figure streaked across the sky!
Closely following behind was Kakashi, with his white hair!
Kakashi complained as he ran, "Kai! Did you have to go to such lengths to beat me? You even opened the Gate of Healing?! (눈益눈)"
Might Guy, not forgetting to turn back and taunt, said, "My physical abilities are now superhuman; I'm not afraid of overexerting myself with the Eight Gates!"
"My dearest Kakashi ~ Is this all you've got?! Then I'll win my 300th victory! ୧⍢⃝୨"
The competition was probably too intense, and the two didn't notice the group of people from the Shinki below, and ran far away...
A Ninja the Sealing Squad: "Was that Might Guy and Kakashi who just passed by? (≖╻≖;)"
"Wow, that's so energetic!"
Upon hearing this, Shinki began to ponder whether he should find some work for these two old men...
Just then, a masked Anbu Guard appeared, knelt down, and reported, "Lord Sixth, the Victor Company, which you asked us to keep an eye on, has made some new moves!"
The Hokage's Office.
Shinki sat in his chair and looked at the Anbu who had come to report the news, "Tell me in detail."
Anbu: "Our investigation has revealed several cases of employee disappearances at Victor Biotechnology Company in recent days. However, due to Victor Company's immense power, the news has been suppressed."
Shinki frowned. "The Hashirama Cells have been brought back, and they're still doing experiments... That old bastard Victor really has a lot hidden away! ꐦ≖ ≖"
The Anbu continued, "Furthermore, just as the Lord Hokage predicted, Miya and Anato were targeted by what appeared to be an assassination attempt by the Victor Company during their move, but our Anbu thwarted it, and they have now moved to live within the Land of Fire."
Shinki nodded and tossed a Flying Thunder God Kunai from his Ninja Tool Pouch to the Anbu: "Alright, thanks for your hard work. Take this Kunai and continue investigating Victor Company's movements."
"In any special circumstances, smear the Flying Thunder God Mark on the bitter object with blood; I can sense it."
The Anbu took the Kunai, his hand trembling slightly.
Kunai bearing the Flying Thunder God Mark! This is the Lord Sixth's recognition of his work!
You should know that this thing is considered a peripheral product of the Lord Sixth, and there are countless people on the Black Market willing to pay a high price for it!
"What are you shaking for? (ー_ー)!!" Shinki was speechless.
The face beneath the mask of the Anbu blushed, and then the body vanished.
A few hours later, Shinki finished his day's work and arrived at Konoha Prison.
A factory inside Prison.
Orochimaru pounded away on the sewing machine, cursing as he did so, "I'll poison all these clothes! Let's see who dares to wear this stuff!" (ꐦ°᷄д°᷅)
Shinki leaned closer to the giant snake. "What are you muttering about?"
Orochimaru turned his head. "It's nothing, I was just praising you."
As he spoke, Orochimaru pulled out a garment from under the sewing machine needle, a strange smile on his face, "Shinki, this is the garment I've been sewing especially for you these past few days..."
Shinki: "..."
If he hadn't heard Orochimaru's villainous remarks, he might have actually believed it.
"Alright, stop pretending. I'm here to ask you something." Shinki politely pushed aside the clothes Orochimaru offered and asked, "Have you ever heard of the 'Kara' organization before?"
Orochimaru honestly shook his head. "I really don't have that."
Shinki continued, "Do you have any other unreported Experimental Bases?"
"A biotechnology company is researching Hashirama Cells. Did you leak that information?"
Orochimaru shrugged. "I really don't know. ¯_(ツ)_/¯"
"By the way, has that guy who studies Hashirama Cells made any progress?"
Shinki answered truthfully, "No, in fact, it harmed quite a few people."