The next morning.
The rising sun of Capital of Fire has just climbed up to the horizon, and a group of people have already gathered in the backyard of "Food Is Heaven".
The members of Xuanyuan Group - except for Xuanyuan Gari and Aying who are still "enjoying" the transformation in the Orochimaru laboratory - are all here.
Senju Chen stood in the center of the courtyard, his eyes scanning the people in front of him.
Behind each person is a long or short "tail". Those creations that combine metal and flesh glow with an icy sheen in the morning light.
"Young Master Chen." One of them spoke first, with a hint of urgency in his tone, "The transformation of the captain and Aying..."
"Very successful." Senju Chen interrupted him with a playful smile on his lips, "The new 'tail' is not only more stable, Chakra's conversion efficiency has increased by 30%, and..."
He paused and looked at everyone's expectant eyes.
"There will no longer be that feeling of exploding at any moment."
The words just fell.
There was a brief silence in the courtyard.
Then, a burst of irrepressible excitement broke out.
"Really? It won't explode?"
"Chakra The conversion efficiency has been increased by 30%?"
These people's strength has indeed improved a lot since they were transformed by Amado using Scientific Ninja Tool. But the feeling of losing control at any time, like a knife hanging above their heads, makes them fearful every time they fight.
Now hearing the news...
"Young Master Chen! Please let us also undergo transformation!"
"We are willing to go through fire and water for you!"
"Swords and fires, no matter what!"
Senju Chen looked at the guys in front of him who were so excited that they were about to cry, and the smile on his lips became even deeper.
This is the charm of Scientific Ninja Tool.
Give them a taste of the sweetness and they will follow you wholeheartedly.
"Okay, okay, stop shouting slogans." Senju Chen waved his hand, "When Xuanyuan Gari and Aying get used to the new device, you can take turns when they come back."
"Thank you Young Master Chen!"
Everyone's voices were uniform, with unconcealable excitement.
"But..." Senju Chen changed the topic and his tone became serious, "During the transformation, you must fully cooperate with the research of my teachers Orochimaru and Mr. Amado. You will do whatever they ask you to do. Do you understand?"
"Understood!"
Senju Chen nodded with satisfaction.
Of course he knew what Orochimaru and Amado would do to these people.
It's nothing more than various tests, various experiments, various... tossing.
But these are necessary.
Only through the accumulation of a large amount of data can the performance of Scientific Ninja Tool be continuously optimized. People like Xuanyuan Group are the best "experimental samples".
Of course, he would not say these words.
"By the way." Senju Chen suddenly remembered something, "Azi, please stay here for a while. Others can go about their own business first."
"Yes!"
Everyone dispersed.
There were only two people left in the yard, Senju Chen and Azi.
"Young Master Chen, what are your orders?" Azi asked respectfully.
"Land of Birds, do you know the store over there?" Senju Chen asked.
"Yes, I know. I heard Mr. Kosuke mentioned it before."
"I heard from Mr. Kosuke that the chefs and waiters have been recruited and are undergoing training." Azi paused, "But the candidate for the store manager... Mr. Maruboshi said he would personally inspect it, so it has not been decided yet."
"Yes." Senju Chen nodded, "The store manager's matter is not urgent. Let Mr. Kosuke choose slowly. But the guard..."
He looked at Azi, "When you complete the adaptation of the new "tail", go to Land of Birds and take charge personally."
Azi was stunned.
"Young Master Chen, you mean..."
"Although Land of Birds is a small country, it has a special geographical location." Senju Chen said slowly, "It is sandwiched between Land of Fire and Land of Wind. It is the only place where caravans from the two countries must pass. And..."
He paused, a hint of deep meaning flashed in his eyes.
"The relationship between Land of Birds's name and Land of Wind is very subtle."
Azi understood instantly.
The famous name Land of Birds, on the surface, bows to Land of Fire, but secretly has many contacts with Land of Wind. This kind of passive attitude makes Land of Birds become a gray area for information exchange.
"I understand." Azi took a deep breath, "Young Master Chen Don't worry, I will take good care of the store."
"Not only do you have to keep an eye on the store." Senju Chen's tone became more serious, "I want you to establish an intelligence network in Land of Birds. All caravans and travelers entering and leaving Capital of Birds, their identities, destinations, and the goods they carry... I want to know."
Azi's pupils shrank slightly.
Is this to turn "Food Is Heaven" into an intelligence stronghold?
"In addition..." Senju Chen continued, "Land of Birds's black market, you also have to infiltrate. It is a gathering place for hired ninjas and bounty hunters, and a lot of valuable information will circulate there."
"Yes!"
Senju Chen patted Azi on the shoulder.
"Go ahead. Once your 'tail' is upgraded, set off immediately."
"Understood!" Azi turned and left.
Senju Chen is planning to wait for the remaining four stores to open, and let Xuanyuan Group guard one store by himself. After they all replace their "tails", their overall strength will be greatly improved, which is more than enough to deal with some street eaters.
Half an hour later.
Senju Chen left Capital of Fire with the disguised Rin Nohara.
Instead of taking the main road, the two chose a remote path.
Lin followed Senju Chen, her face still pale, but her eyes were firmer than yesterday.
"Chen-kun." She suddenly said, "If... I mean if..."
"What if?" Senju Chen turned around.
"If the crack fails..." Lin bit her lip, "What will you do?"
Senju Chen was silent for a moment.
"It won't fail." His tone was very calm, "My teacher said the success rate is 70%, which is already very high."
"But..."
"There is no but." Senju Chen interrupted her, "Lin, you have to believe in me and my teacher."
Lin lowered her head and said no more.
Three days later.
After passing through a dense forest, a hidden cave appeared in front of me.
"We're here." Senju Chen stopped, "My teacher's laboratory is inside."
Lin raised her head and looked at the dark hole, her heart beating faster involuntarily.
"Let's go." Senju Chen walked in first.
Lin took a deep breath and followed.
The cave is very deep, and the further you go inside, the more humid and cold the air becomes.
After walking for about ten minutes, a metal door appeared in front of me.
Senju Chen raised his hand and pressed a few times on a certain location on the door.
"Click--"
The metal door slowly opened.
A green light shone from inside and shone on Lin's pale face, making her look even weaker.
"Let's go." Senju Chen turned around with a gentle smile on his face, "The spell on you will be lifted soon."
Lin walked in.
Then, she saw the "experimental subjects" soaked in culture fluid.
Her face instantly became paler.
"Don't be afraid." Senju Chen patted her shoulder, "These are my teacher's research materials and have nothing to do with you."