Anbu Captain

Konoha

On the top floor of the Hokage Building, Naraku.

Brush!

A yellow light flashed, and a figure instantly appeared on the top floor of the Hokage Building.

Naraku sensed the movement, turned around, and sure enough, saw Namikaze Minato. A smug look appeared on Naraku's face, and he said softly:

"Minato, look what this is!"

Naraku extended his right hand, palm facing up. As Naraku gathered Chakra, a blue halo appeared in his right palm.

Within the visible blue halo, Chakra, as fine as threads, spun rapidly; this was none other than the Namikaze Minato, Rasengan developed by Minato Ninjutsu without hand seals.

"Fourth Hokage, I didn't expect you to master the Rasengan so quickly!"

Namikaze Minato showed a look of surprise on his face.

Namikaze Minato submitted his Ninjutsu, including his training experience with the Flying Thunder God Technique, the Rasengan, Wind Style: Rasengan: Rasengan, to the village after they were successfully developed.

The learning difficulty is too high; it's not something an ordinary person can learn. Jonin all have their own fighting styles, and it might not be applicable to them.

Naraku didn't obtain the Scroll of Sealing, and it was something Naraku couldn't very well say. To do so would make it seem like the Fourth Sarutobi Hiruzen, were at odds, which would damage the reputation of Konoha High Command and Naraku as Hokage.

Naraku didn't have the original Flying Thunder God Technique. He had seen Minato Naraku's training notes on the Flying Thunder God Namikaze Minato, which had some effect, but wasn't very useful.

It's like teaching someone how to use Fuinjutsu effectively and powerfully if they haven't mastered them—the help is far too limited.

"The Rasengan is truly Ninjutsu with limitless potential! Minato, I'm trying to incorporate nature transformation into the Rasengan."

After Naraku finished showing off, the Rasengan in his hand dissipated in the wind.

"As expected of the Fourth Generation Lord. But, did you summon me here because you're going out again?"

Namikaze Minato asked with some confusion. Regarding Naraku's summoning, Namikaze Minato could only think of Naraku appointing him Acting Hokage; he couldn't think of any other reason.

"No, Minato, I want you to concurrently serve as the Minister of Department of Defense, responsible for the defense of the Land of Fire and Konoha. The Department of Defense and the Jonin Council are both very important departments. If you take charge, I think no one will object."

Naraku spoke softly about the job transfer.

"The Department of Defense, isn't that under Lord Sakumo's jurisdiction?"

Namikaze Minato was somewhat puzzled.

"Yes, that's right. But I think it might be better if Sakumo were in charge of the Anbu."

He is suited to secretly eliminate threats to Konoha and silently protect the Konoha; moreover, this is Sakumo's ninja way.

Naraku explained softly.

With Konoha, the Department of Defense is unlikely to experience any major turmoil. Instead, the Anbu needs a capable person to manage and lead it, perhaps even to replace Danzo.

Naraku has controlled the Anbu for a long time, a minister could be appointed to assist Naraku 'Danzo influence within the Anbu.

"Oh, as long as it's for Konoha, I'll do my best, Fourth Hokage."

Namikaze Minato's expression was unusually serious as he answered softly.

As the Hokage's assistant, Namikaze Minato temporarily appointed Tenten Acting Hokage, a position that affected his daily life, much to Minato 'Kushina frequent complaints. This transfer suited Minato's wishes.

"It's good that you don't object, Minato. Since you have no objections, let's leave it at that for now."

I will summon Sakumo later, if there are no problems. I will issue a document tonight and send it to your house."

Seeing that Naraku Namikaze Minato responded without hesitation and with all his might, Naraku's smile grew even warmer.

"Yes, sir! If there are no further tasks, then I'll take my leave."

"Um."

Brush!

Naraku Namikaze Minato and went in a hurry. His Flying Thunder God Technique probably covered most of Konoha. He came and went without a trace in Konoha.

"The Flying Thunder God Technique is truly impressive. If the Shinobi World had a logistics company or a food delivery service, the Flying Thunder God would be virtually invincible, capable of taking on a hundred opponents single-handedly."

Naraku was somewhat envious of this Flying Thunder God Technique.

"Shisui, go and invite Hatake Sakumo."

Naraku's thoughts returned, and he softly issued a mission to the Anbu Ninja disguised as a bird on the roof below.

"Yes, sir!"

Shisui acknowledged, dispelled the Transformation Technique, and with a few Body Flicker Technique, his figure disappeared into the distance.

Naraku watched Shisui's departing figure, a thought flashing through his mind:

"Shisui must be twelve years old by now. I wonder if he's awakened his Mangekyo yet. I haven't noticed for a few days, and he seems to have grown taller again..."

Naraku the top floor for a while, and couldn't help but play with the Rasengan Ninjutsu.

"Rasengan, Wind Style: Rasenshuriken, Wind Release: Nature Transformation, is my weakest attribute..."

Naraku had only been studying Ninjutsu for a short while when Hatake Sakumo arrived at the Hokage Building, leaping several times to the rooftop.

"Fourth generation."

"Sakumo, I have a mission that requires your assistance."

Naraku seeing White Fang, Sakumo snapped out of his immersion in Ninjutsu research.

"Fourth generation, just give the orders directly. There's no need for all this trouble."

Hatake Sakumo smiled, showing his unconditional obedience to Uchiha Nara's orders.

"Haha, Sakumo, this mission is very complicated and difficult, so I'd like to ask for your opinion."

Naraku's expression turned serious and solemn as he continued:

"Sakumo, I hope you can serve as the Anbu Captain and assist me in managing Anbu."

Since the Third Hokage handed the Anbu over to me, Anbu various training programs, missions, and intelligence gathering seem to have become less effective than during the Third Hokage's era.

I need the Anbu, but I don't have much time to manage Anbu. I hope you can assist me in training the Anbu to become the Hokage's sharpest sword.

And, all members of the Root in the Anbu will be screened out and eliminated.

After Naraku finished speaking, he stared intently at Hatake Sakumo.

The Department of Defense was transferred to the Anbu, which is a lateral move. The Anbu is a direct subordinate unit of the Hokage, specializing in handling classified missions.

This position has always been held by someone the Hokage values and is closest to.

"Anbu Captain? Eradicate the root? No problem. I enjoy quietly dedicating myself. I will help you train the Anbu well. During the training period, if I have any requests, Fourth Hokage, you must support me."

Hatake Sakumo was only slightly surprised by the transfer, but then readily agreed. Moreover, Sakumo seemed to have a clear idea for the reorganization of the Anbu, and first requested Naraku's support.

As for the Root, lower-ranking ninjas in Konoha might not have heard of it or know anything about it. However, among the higher-ranking ninjas in Konoha, Root is no secret.

"No problem, Sakumo, I will definitely support you with all my might. The Anbu Training Department, which was previously controlled by Shimura Danzō, seems to have lost its vitality after Danzo down."

Naraku paused slightly, then changed the subject and said softly:

"I know a retired ace spy from Root, who previously served in the Anbu of Root and was known as the Wandering Miko. I'm sending her to your command to help you reorganize the Anbu."

With the assistance of this former ace spy, the intelligence and espionage skills of the Anbu will surely return to their peak, making them indispensable eyes and ears for me."

Naraku spoke softly, "Yakushi Nonō, Naraku has never forgotten this orphanage director."

Under Naraku's protection, the orphanage operated peacefully and steadily.

"Wandering Miko? I know the rumors about her. If I had Wandering Miko to assist me, I think I could completely revitalize the Anbu."

Seeing that Naraku his ace Wandering Miko shrine maiden, to assist him, Hatake Sakumo felt that cultivating the Anbu would be even less of a problem.

Hiding in the shadows, dedicating oneself silently, and seeking neither fame nor fortune—this is the Hatake Sakumo is now pursuing.