Aoba looked at the dust scattered across the ground and could not help frowning.
This Impure World Body was nearing its limit.
Besides the somewhat poor sacrifice, the first version of the Impure World Reincarnation also had lackluster results.
"No, I'll switch to a better sacrifice first."
Aoba pondered.
He would need to find a rogue ninja, at least a Genin. A Chunin would be best; otherwise, they simply could not withstand much strain.
"There's no need, Aoba-kun."
Dan Katō seemed to see through his thoughts and gently shook his head.
"Killing is a ninja's fate. Some kill to protect, some kill for revenge. Although Impure World Reincarnation is a ninjutsu created by the Second Hokage, disturbing the dead and commanding departed souls is inherently an ominous technique. That is why the First sealed it away and classified it as a forbidden technique. Your intentions may be good, but I still hope you use it as little as possible. Killing enemies on the battlefield is merely a difference in position. A ninja's blade should be aimed at the enemy's vital points, giving them a swift end—this is not mercy, but reverence for life!"
His voice was calm, yet it struck Aoba like the toll of a great bell.
That was right!
When had he begun treating the weak as worthless?
How was that any different from Orochimaru?
No wonder he was the man who had won Tsunade's heart. The gentleness and kindness in his bones were truly admirable.
After their exchanges within the mental space, the two had grown even closer.
They could be considered friends despite their age difference, somewhere between teacher and friend.
"I understand."
Aoba nodded and respected Dan's choice.
In that case, he could no longer summon Senior Dan so frequently.
Fortunately, he had already gathered