Entering the Camp

Bai Lin said indifferently, "Whether it's true or not, you can find someone to test it. However, the side effects of this Hero Water are extremely severe. If an ordinary person drinks it, their life force will burn away, and they might even be blown apart by the surge of Chakra."

"It is best if one's strength reaches the Jonin level to use it safely, and it should only be used in emergency situations."

Do not look down on 'Hero Water'. Although its utility is not as practical as Bai Lin's Cursed Seal, it is far superior to ordinary Military Ration Pills. At critical moments, it can provide an instant replenishment and burst of Chakra to save one's life.

Upon hearing this, the village head immediately shouted toward the door, "Come in!"

A steady-breathing Kusagakure Jonin walked in quickly and bowed, "Village head, what are your orders?"

"You, try the effect of this potion." The village head pointed to the glass bottle in Bai Lin's hand, his tone carrying a hint of urgency, "Don't worry, it's not poison."

"Yes." Although the Jonin hesitated, he still stepped forward respectfully.

Bai Lin poured the liquid from the thumb-sized glass bottle into the Jonin's mouth.

As he swallowed, a violent, extreme surge of Chakra instantly exploded within him, and a powerful aura of Chakra erupted from the Jonin's body.

"This... this is!" The Jonin's face was full of shock as he felt the amount of Chakra within him.

"I feel like my Chakra reserves have doubled."

Seeing this, the village head and the two elders stared at Bai Lin, signaling with their eyes: How is this different from what you said?

"Heh, this bottle was just for you to experiment with. Only with a larger quantity can you achieve the effect I mentioned. Lord Orochimaru still has plenty."

"100,000 Ryo per bottle. I only brought 10 bottles with me. How much money does your Kusagakure have? In the future, I will come to Kusagakure every month to trade. Not only Hero Water, but also the ninja tools and Military Ration Pills I mentioned—everything you need. However, these supplies can only be traded after a month."

The village head and the two elders exchanged glances instantly, both seeing a frantic eagerness in the other's eyes.

100,000 Ryo a bottle! 10 bottles would be 1,000,000 Ryo!

1,000,000 Ryo is not a huge sum for Kusagakure, but exchanging it for 10 bottles of Jonin-level Chakra is a massive profit! With enough supply, the village could even temporarily possess a Kage-level combatant when facing strong enemies!

"Good! We'll buy it!" The village head said readily, almost without hesitation, "10 bottles of this so-called Hero Water for 1,000,000 Ryo! We will give it to you now."

The elder on the left quickly chimed in, "That's right! We also want to purchase large quantities of the ninja tools and Military Ration Pills you mentioned! We'll pay the price you asked, plus a 50% premium!"

"Straightforward." A satisfied smile curled the corner of Bai Lin's mouth, and he chuckled inwardly—the fish had been completely hooked.

Soon, the village head had his attendants bring 1,000,000 Ryo in banknotes, neatly placed on the table.

[Ding! Congratulations to the host for completing the transaction, obtaining a consumption amount of 1,000,000 Ryo.]

Bai Lin took the banknotes into the System Space without hesitation and placed 10 identical thumb-sized glass bottles on the table.

"Looking forward to our next cooperation! Please give our regards to Lord Orochimaru, little brother!" the village head said politely.

"Naturally! I won't stay in Kusagakure any longer. From now on, I will be the one handling the handovers with you personally; this is Lord Orochimaru's instruction." Bai Lin smiled and proposed his departure.

With the transaction complete, Bai Lin did not linger in Kusagakure.

He had achieved all the goals for leaving the village. Although he didn't get any news about the Uzumaki Clan, the results were already very satisfying, especially the 'Hero Water' and the trade channel with Kusagakure.

"Both core objectives for leaving the village have been achieved, and the trade channel is open. It's time to head to the battlefield." A sharp light flashed in Bai Lin's eyes, "Hanzo, Sunagakure... wait for me!"

Bai Lin stopped thinking and sped toward Orochimaru's camp at full speed.

[Host: Bai Lin] [Age: 12 years old (October 21st)] [Template: Sasuke Uchiha] [Kekkei Genkai: Three-Tomoe Sharingan] [Ninjutsu: Cursed Seal, Body Flicker Technique, Lightning Style: Chidori, Chidori Blade, Chidori Current, Kirin...] [Weapon: Kusanagi Sword] [System Space: Hero Water, Shuriken, Kunai, Explosive Tag, Food] [Consumption Amount: 21.55 million Ryo] [Combat Power: Elite Jonin]

Border between the Land of Rain and the Land of Fire.

Bai Lin's figure shuttled through the dense forest like an arrow released from a bow, leaving behind a pile of charred corpses on the ground not far behind him.

Within half a day, he had encountered three teams of Amegakure patrol ninjas, all of whom were swiftly dealt with by his Lightning Style, with no survivors.

"It seems the conflict is becoming more and more apparent. I've encountered three Amegakure ninja squads in just half a day."

"I wonder how the battle is going on Orochimaru's side?"

"I hope Kushina, Mikoto, and Nawaki haven't encountered any danger. Please, let nothing go wrong!"

As he drew closer to the camp where Orochimaru was stationed, Bai Lin noticed the faint sounds of ninjutsu combat in the distance. Clearly, there was a battle ahead.

He quickened his pace, Lightning Style Chakra erupting beneath his feet, and his figure turned into a blue flash of lightning, speeding toward the source of the sound.

"Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!"

Just as he rushed out of the dense forest, he saw flames soaring into the sky. Four Konoha ninjas were using the Great Fireball Technique to clear the traces of the battlefield.

By the time Bai Lin arrived, the battle had already ended. On the ground lay several burning corpses of Amegakure ninjas, and the air was filled with the smell of gunpowder and blood.

"Who's there? Come out!"

The four Konoha ninjas immediately turned to take a defensive stance. The leader held a ninja blade, his eyes as sharp as a hawk's, pointing the weapon directly toward Bai Lin.

Bai Lin slowly stepped out of the shadows, raising a hand to reveal the Konoha forehead protector on his brow: "Friendly forces. Bai Lin, student of Tsunade."

"Bai Lin?"

There were four Konoha ninjas present, and they frowned after seeing the forehead protector on Bai Lin's head.

Seeing them frown, Bai Lin couldn't help but frown as well.

What kind of reaction was that?

Why were they frowning?

Could there be a problem?

"We are the unit responsible for perimeter patrol. Those Amegakure ninjas tried to ambush us just now, but we took care of them."

"Since you are a Konoha ninja and a student of Tsunade, why are you here all by yourself?"

The leader with the ninja blade looked Bai Lin up and down, his tone carrying a hint of scrutiny.

Every ninja knows the most basic Transformation Technique, so it was normal for the other party to be this guarded.

Once Bai Lin realized this, he didn't mind the interrogation and said with a smile: "I had other missions and didn't arrive with Orochimaru's unit earlier."

"Now that the mission is complete, I am returning to report to Orochimaru."

"I see."

The leader's expression softened slightly, though he still didn't fully lower his guard. "In that case, we will take you to see Orochimaru so he can verify your identity personally."

As soon as he finished speaking, the other three ninjas quietly closed in, maintaining a distance that was neither too far nor too close, forming a subtle encirclement.

It was as much an escort as it was a precaution; should Bai Lin make any suspicious moves, they could strike immediately.

They had never met Bai Lin before, so the necessary vigilance was required. Otherwise, if any ninja wearing a Konoha forehead protector could easily enter the camp, it would mean they were being treated like fools.

Bai Lin understood the situation perfectly. He offered no resistance and said calmly: "That is only right. Sorry for the trouble."