Konoha, formerly the headquarters of the Uchiha Clan.
On Haruma, I strolled along the path where my dreams began, looking left and right.
The recuperation area remains the same as before.
After the Uchiha Clan moved away, no one lived here anymore.
Although the place is not small, its location is indeed somewhat remote.
It's normal that no one has moved in.
Zabuza and the others have already been taken by Sasuke to the main house where Fugaku is staying.
Haruma then strolled alone to Haruma Courtyard.
This base, where we've lived in seclusion for over a decade.
Compared to her childhood when she had to rely on her grandparents' savings to make a living, Haruma is now living a life of luxury.
Walking the same path again, my mood seemed to improve somewhat.
Inside the small house, Haruma Hand Seals and unleashed the Magic Lantern Body Technique.
Five minutes later, Kakuzu had received a separate contact from the media, appeared.
How's it going with your current partner?
Haruma leaned against the wooden bed and said lazily.
Hidan?
Kakuzu Phantom paused for a moment, then said, "Not bad, but that kid's nerves are a little off."
Having already learned of Haruma, Qing Tian nodded. "After the Konoha Chunin Tournament concludes, find a way to take him to the Land of Fire."
"Don't make it too special; it's best to find a suitable reason."
"It doesn't have to be the Land of Fire, but it has to be far away from Amegakure and away from the area where Obito and Nagato are."
Kakuzu immediately nodded in agreement.
As long as we're far from Amegakure, we can just find any bounty target to carry out; it's a very simple task.
Judging from the boss's tone, it was clear he was going to cause trouble for that crazy kid.
Although we've gotten along fairly well during this time, and there's been some affection between us.
But compared to his own safety, this feeling was somewhat insignificant.
"Alright, remember to bring the Akatsuki mission funds when you come."
After Haruma finished explaining, she immediately dispelled the spell.
Although there's still some time before the Chunin Ninja Exams end.
However, having Kakuzu prepare in advance would prevent suspicion arising from acting on a whim.
This exam marked the end of that old man Sarutobi's career.
It's time to shift our focus and have some fun with the Akatsuki.
After all, Haruma has always treated Xiao as a subsidiary.
After so many years of development, it's time to go and inspect the situation.
Arrange all follow-ups
Haruma, yawning, went straight to bed on the wooden bed she'd been lying on for over a decade.
certainly,
The array that entangled her before she fell asleep was also something Haruma habitually set up casually.
Seven days passed in a flash, and the scattered Genin various countries finally gathered in Konoha.
Even the aloof Kimimaro felt somewhat embarrassed during this week-long trip to Konoha.
He insisted that Zabuza seek reimbursement from Sarutobi for the cost of three meals a day.
Even when going out shopping with Haruma, she always makes sure to contact Naruto, Sakura, and the others first.
Its purpose is obvious: to scam people and then make them pay the bill.
What's most frustrating is...
Kimimaro Zabuza, the two strongest fighters, must carry out secret missions every night.
They infiltrated the closed shops in Konoha and stole the little cash the shops had left.
If it weren't for preventing Sarutobi's Telescope Technique, Haruma would have even considered sending everyone out.
Instead of sending only their two strongest personnel.
Night, accompanied by mist magic.
We spent seven days on team building without spending a single penny, and even made a considerable profit.
The bone mist combination of Zabuza and Kimimaro also greatly satisfied Haruma.
The next day,
A beautiful, sunny day.
Having received Zabuza's notification, everyone assembled in front of the camp early in the morning.
When Haruma, yawning, finally appeared, all six members of the Kirigakure team who were taking the exam were present!
In the bright and spacious classroom, the expressions Genin the hundreds of genin taking the exam varied.
Some were serious, some were tense, and some were relaxed with their eyes closed as if they were dozing.
But everyone remained silent, waiting for the examiner to arrive.
As for Team 7, which Naruto belongs to, apart from the three-person team led by Guy, they were originally the top eight teams from Konoha.
They were now intently gathered in front of a white-haired ninja, carefully examining the thick stack of cards in his hand.
"Senior Dou, you're amazing!"
Sakura looked surprised after hearing the introduction to the Ninja Info Card.
He actually participated in the Chunin Ninja Exams seven times and spent four years collecting so much information about the candidates.
"By the way, Kabuto-senpai, do you have any information about Kirigakure members participating in this exam in your Ninja Info Card?"
Naruto, spoke with a look of resentment.
"Oh~"
"It seems that one of the candidates from Kirigakure has already piqued your interest."
Kabuto adjusted his glasses. "The intelligence I've gathered about Kirigakure this time is not yet complete."
"You can tell me first, who you want to ask about."
" Haruma!"
Naruto, looking annoyed, shouted, "The one with the gold Forehead Protector hanging on his forearm!"
As he spoke, Naruto pulled out his tattered Xiaoqing wallet, radiating an indescribable sadness.
" Haruma?"
Dou murmured to himself, then flipped through the thousands of cards in his hand.
After a while, a blank card was pulled out of the deck.
Infused with unique Chakra, the blank card slowly revealed an image and text.
Holding the card in his pocket, he introduced it softly, " Uchiha Clan Haruma."
"A former genin of the Uchiha clan from Konoha, who completed 1,846 D-rank missions!"
"Zero C-level missions, zero B-level missions, zero A-level missions, zero..."
They were all somewhat surprised when they read it aloud.
What kind of bizarre mission log is this...?
Its execution capability far exceeds that of a standard D-level executive; all others are zero.
"Ha?!"
"So that guy doesn't even have the ability to carry out a C-level mission."
Naruto looked furious.
He even said he'd teach me a powerful Ninjutsu, making me waste so many days of his time.
"Oh, my poor Xiaoqing."
Ignoring the mischievous Naruto, Sakura, Sai, and the others, upon hearing Kabuto's information, were more concerned about that surname!
"So you're from the same clan as Sasuke-kun. No wonder you're so handsome too."
Sakura rested her chin on her hand and analyzed in a low voice.
"Is he also from the evil Uchiha Clan...?"
Sai frowned and murmured.
"Bang!"
The classroom door was suddenly pushed open with great force.
Suigetsu, with her hands behind her head, calmly retracted her right foot.
Facing hundreds of unfriendly eyes, Suigetsu calmly greeted them, "Hi~"
"Alright, find your seats, hurry up and finish this so you can go home and catch up on some sleep."
Upon hearing the boss's words, Suigetsu, who was about to provoke him further, could only shrug and walk towards Kirigakure's seat first.
Kimimaro, Sasuke, Chōjūrō, Haku, and finally, Haruma slowly came into view.
"Long time no see, Kabuto."
Haruma's gaze swept over the Konoha ninja, and he casually greeted Kabuto.
"Uh, long time no see."
Dou, a beat behind, responded stiffly.
That sound!!!
Kabuto, who was already skilled at gathering intelligence, would never forget that voice he had heard at the adult base several times!
Watching Haruma's yawning figure disappear into the distance, Dou's pupils suddenly contracted!
Is that you...?
Dafuweng!!!