Sealing Barrier and Anomalies

"I really didn't expect that after the D-rank mission, we'd directly take on a B-rank mission.

The only regret is that this mission is too simple. It's been two days, and we haven't encountered any real combat..."

Deep within a dense forest, Kiba Inuzuka kept watch of his surroundings while handing materials to Kazeka.

It wasn't that he was bored, but B-rank missions already involved direct confrontation with ninjas, such as assassinations or escorting important items.

Participants were led by Chunin or Jonin, and there was a high probability of combat.

Kiba Inuzuka had just graduated and become a ninja, at that hot-blooded age where youths dared to fight and push themselves.

Now, two days had passed with nothing happening, and it looked like it would continue that way, which was truly disappointing for him.

"Don't be disappointed, Kiba..."

Hinata, kind-hearted as she was, comforted him from the side:

"Isn't it good to complete the mission safely?

Besides, I believe Lord Hokage knows our situation, which is why he gave us a mission with low combat intensity.

Also, the experiences we've had along the way have increased our experience significantly. I think that's great."

"Hinata is right..."

Kurenai Yuhi nodded appreciatively from the side:

"The reason B-rank was mentioned is because Kazeka can repair the border's alert barrier for the Land of Fire, which is a technical skill. We're benefiting from it.

Under normal circumstances, without Kazeka, this mission would only barely qualify as C-rank.

Logically, you should have taken on D-rank missions for another three to four days to gain experience and temper your impetuous nature.

If Kazeka wasn't so troublesome, Lord Hokage wouldn't have assigned this mission.

But don't worry, after this mission is complete, we'll take on missions that match your abilities, or even more dangerous ones.

Our village has plenty of missions, and there will be days when you'll be constantly fighting, barely touching the ground!

However, by then, don't complain anymore!"

"I see..."

Kiba Inuzuka nodded in understanding, but then immediately spoke with renewed vigor:

"Don't worry, I, Kiba Inuzuka, love constant combat the most. In my nature, there's no such thing as battlefield fatigue!"

"Don't speak too soon, Kiba..."

After securing a seal in front of him, Kazeka applied two newly developed alert seals on top of it.

He turned his head and looked at the battle-ready Kiba:

"Besides a few leading Jonin, how many Jonin do you usually see in the village?

Even the Chunin are often exhausted like old men. If you do something too much, even if you like it, you'll get tired..."

Kazeka kindly advised Kiba, and just as everyone in the squad was surprised by his kindness.

His next sentence revealed his true sinister nature:

"Come to my laboratory for an experiment. I'll implant a skill in you that can repair barrier seals.

As you've seen, this mission is basically a vacation. Only by balancing work and rest can a ninja go further..."

Speaking of experiments, Kazeka's previously calm face instantly turned incredibly sinister.

With a chilling smile, his words, like blades from hell, continuously pierced Kiba Inuzuka's mind:

"It won't be too complicated. You'll undergo three dissection experiments and five brain nerve restructuring experiments daily for half a month, and you'll see significant results!"

"Please allow me to ref... refuse!"

Kiba Inuzuka's expression twitched as he looked at Kazeka:

"If I undergo your experiments, I'll die on the operating table before I even master any Sealing Jutsu!"

"Don't worry, Kiba..."

Kazeka patted his shoulder:

"After all, we're teammates. If you die, I'll pass this opportunity on to your good friend!"

"I thank you on behalf of my friend..."

Kiba Inuzuka shivered:

"Hearing you say that makes me even less likely to agree to your request!"

"Hmph, unambitious!"

Kazeka glared at Kiba Inuzuka with dissatisfaction, then stood up and clapped his hands.

As a light screen filled with complex characters flashed and disappeared before them, Kazeka nodded with satisfaction:

"The alert seals have been reinforced and updated. Our mission is considered complete!"

"Kazeka, you... you're really amazing!"

Hinata looked at Kazeka somewhat timidly:

"I've read the related introductions from my clan. Such a large-scale sealing reinforcement should take four to five days!"

"Hinata is right..."

Kurenai Yuhi nodded in agreement:

"And the barrier we reinforced this time should be a rather complicated one, usually requiring two sealing personnel to work together.

Kazeka, your strength is truly undeniable..."

As the Jonin leader, Kurenai Yuhi wanted to offer Kazeka some daily advice:

"If you could temper your personality a bit, perhaps you could become Konoha's youngest Jonin in recent years!"

"The title of Jonin doesn't attract me nearly as much as experiments..."

Kazeka didn't pay attention to this, instead looking in the direction outside the barrier:

"Speaking of which, I've completed the mission ahead of schedule. Since we still have time, how about we explore a bit further out?"

"Let's... let's not..."

Hinata said with some worry:

"This is a border area after all, and we might encounter unexpected situations. It's best to return to the village and report back promptly.

Besides, doesn't Kiba want to buy some high-quality dog food at the nearby market? We shouldn't waste time."

"There's still time to buy dog food..."

Kiba Inuzuka was also restless. Hearing Kazeka's suggestion, he also wanted to go out and explore, feeling a bit like a dog wanting to mark its territory:

"Teacher Kurenai, what do you think?"

"Kazeka, did you discover something?"

Unlike Hinata and Kiba, Kurenai Yuhi clearly thought further ahead. She noticed a hidden meaning in Kazeka's expression and immediately asked:

"Is something wrong?"

"This area is where our Konoha set up barriers for early warning.

Generally, apart from the Ninja who patrol here daily, everyone else stays as far away as possible..."

Kazeka paused and spoke again:

"But for the past two days, because I've been watching the barrier with my Byakugan activated.

I've noticed there seem to be quite a lot of hunters around here..."

"Is there a problem with that?"

Kiba Inuzuka still didn't quite understand:

"Hunters sometimes move in groups, and prey scatters.

After all, they need to fill their stomachs. It's not a big deal if they occasionally appear here, right?"

"Normally, that would be true..."

Kazeka's Byakugan remained active as he looked into the distance, his eyes revealing a hint of danger:

"But over twenty people, evenly distributed, acting rhythmically, and showing no intention of leaving for at least two days.

There's no way to explain this as normal hunting, no matter what!"