For the next three weeks or so, Lin Ze took on the identity of "Suzaku," moving through the Land of Water like a ghost.
Relying on intelligence provided by the Bounty Station, along with his powerful sensory abilities and ability to track targets from the air, he efficiently carried out his newly accepted missions.
None of these targets were weak. All were at least veteran Chunin, and one even possessed the strength of a Jōnin.
But they still fell far short of Lin Ze.
By the time Lin Ze handed over proof of completion for several missions to the Bounty Station and collected the remaining bounties, his total funds had comfortably surpassed fifty million ryō!
It was a fortune large enough to make the ninja villages of many small nations envious, and a solid foundation for his future "Kekkei Mōra" plan.
Counting the days, only seven remained before his two-month mission deadline.
Lin Ze wasted no more time. He immediately set off, leaving the Land of Water at full speed and returning to the Land of Fire.
After a grueling journey, he finally reached Konoha two or three days before the mission deadline.
The Hokage's office.
Hiruzen Sarutobi accepted the scroll Lin Ze handed him, nodding slightly as he read.
"Well done, Lin Ze. This intelligence is very valuable. Thank you for your hard work."
"Just doing my duty, Lord Hokage," Lin Ze replied calmly.
Hiruzen Sarutobi asked no further questions about the mission's details. After a moment's consideration, he said the same thing as last time.
"You've had a tiring journey. Take two days off and get some proper rest."
"Yes. Thank you, Lord Hokage."
Lin Ze bowed, then turned and left the office without hesitation. He knew that someone as seasoned as Hiruzen Sarutobi had no need