Spirit Beast!

Everyone settled down at Uchiha Itachi's home.

Over the next few days, Uchiha Itachi indeed kept an eye out for information about the mysterious force.

Aoba and the others did not remain idle either, continuing to ask around the town for information.

That day, Uchiha Itachi hurriedly found them and said, "There's news. I heard that strange people have been frequently appearing at an abandoned castle near the border recently. It might be connected to that mysterious force."

Genma Shiranui's eyes lit up. "Great. This could be an important lead.

Young master, do you know the exact location of that abandoned castle?"

Uchiha Itachi nodded. "I do. I can take you there.

However, that place is dangerous. You must be careful."

Everyone nodded. After making some preparations, they followed Uchiha Itachi toward the abandoned castle.

Along the way, everyone remained highly alert, because they might soon be facing a powerful and mysterious force.

By the time they reached the vicinity of the abandoned castle, the sky had gradually darkened.

The castle stood in the darkness, emanating an eerie atmosphere.

"Everyone, be careful. There may be many dangers inside."

Genma Shiranui said softly.

The group cautiously approached the castle. The moment they entered through its gates, a group of shadows suddenly rushed out from all directions.

Aoba and the others immediately prepared for battle and engaged the shadows in a fierce fight.

During the battle, Aoba discovered that these shadows were extremely agile and seemed to have mastered some strange ninjutsu.

As he fought, he observed the surrounding area, trying to find the leader of this mysterious force.

After a fierce battle, the group finally drove back the shadows.

But just then, a low voice came from deep within the castle. "Who are you people? How dare you trespass on my