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Mastermind of the Akatsuki 330
Chapter 330: Strategic Planning and Future Plans[Name: Byakuya][Age: 22 years old][Current Affiliated Organization: Akatsuki Organization][Chakra Attributes: Lightning, Water, Earth, Wind, Fire, Yang, Yin][Ninjutsu: Substitution Jutsu, Basic Kunai Throwing Technique, Advanced Wind Style Ninjutsu, Mastery of Water Style Ninjutsu, Advanced Paper Style, Mastery of Wood Style, Disguise Jutsu, Spore Ju...
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Chapter 90: AftermathKonoha’s devastating defeat in the Land of Rivers was beyond anyone’s expectations.That day, when the surviving shinobi, led by Shibi Aburame, returned to the village, even Konoha’s higher-ups couldn’t keep the news under wraps. Before long, the entire village was filled with wails of grief and sorrow.A thousand shinobi didn’t just mean a thousand lives lost; it mean...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 329
Chapter 329: Settling Matters in SunagakureAfter learning the truth about his identity, Naruto neither caused a scene nor lost control. He calmly accepted the fact that he was the son of the Fourth Hokage and the Jinchuriki of the Nine-Tails. He even decided to continue practicing the Will of Fire moving forward.Upon receiving this news from White Zetsu, Byakuya smiled mysteriously.Naruto’s acce...
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Chapter 89: Evolution and ConclusionThe twelve Jōnin of Sunagakure were momentarily confused. However, when they followed Rasa’s gaze, their expressions stiffened. A realization dawned upon them, and their eyes flickered with admiration and awe as they looked at their leader. The five Konohagakure ninja who had just escaped—especially the two from the Uchiha clan—came to mind."Alright, ...
My Journey as Fourth Kazekage 88
Chapter 88: The Final PhaseA voice, dark and menacing, like something from the depths of hell, sent a violent tremor through Danzō’s entire body.With the last of his strength, he gripped a kunai and thrust it toward Rasa.Slash!The blade effortlessly pierced Rasa’s back, yet it did nothing to stop his outstretched arm."Arg!!!"Danzō let out a gut-wrenching scream as his right eye—the...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 328
Chapter 328: Learning the IdentityNo matter if it was the Third Hokage, Kakashi, or Black Zetsu, they all advised Naruto not to dwell too much on his origins. They assured him that once he grew stronger, all truths would eventually come to light. Knowing the correct answers at the wrong time wasn’t necessarily good.But this reassurance relied on the assumption that the Third Hokage and Kakashi k...
My Journey as Fourth Kazekage 87
Chapter 87: Rasa vs. Danzo (Part 4)“Guah!!!”A mouthful of blood burst from Danzo’s lips as he stared in disbelief at the sand spear impaling his chest. This was the first time Kagami’s Sharingan had ever failed.His vision blurred as he looked up, meeting Rasa’s unwavering gaze.“How is this possible…?!”Everything Danzo had learned indicated that only perfect Jinchuriki could break f...
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Chapter 86: Rasa vs. Danzo (Part 3)Among the two great dōjutsu of the ninja world, both the Sharingan and the Byakugan can perceive the flow of chakra within a ninja’s body. However, the key difference lies in how they function. The Sharingan’s perception is based on its ability to detect the presence of chakra itself.In other words, while the Sharingan can observe the movement of chakra insi...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 327
Chapter 327: Naruto's DilemmaStanding in the clearing, Naruto formed the Seal of Opposition, looking at Kakashi and saying,"Kakashi-san, before starting my special training, I want to see your strength."(AN: I decided to use Japanese honorifics other than ‘sensei’ and ‘sama.’ The original author called him “Jonin Kakashi,” but it felt cringy.)Challenging a Jōnin before eve...
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Chapter 85: Rasa vs. Danzo (Part 2)Amidst the wreckage of their fierce battle, the forest lay in complete disarray. Shattered trees and scattered debris marked the aftermath of their clash. High above, atop the canopies of two towering trees, Rasa and Danzo stood facing each other once more, their eyes locked in a silent, deadly standoff.Drip.Danzo felt a sharp sting on his cheek and instinctively...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 326
Chapter 326: Kakashi's ConcernsBefore witnessing Kakashi effortlessly overpower two chunins, Naruto had a vague understanding of the hierarchy of ninja ranks. He assumed there might be some differences in strength, but not to a significant degree.For instance, while he had confidence in defeating a Chūnin, he believed that several Chūnin together would always be able to overcome a Jōnin.The...
My Journey as Fourth Kazekage 84
Chapter 84: Rasa vs. Danzo (Part 1)Outside the Four Purple Flame FormationAfter adapting to the battlefield and shedding blood in the process, the jōnin of Konohagakure finally figured out how to counter the massive tanuki warriors.However, understanding their weaknesses was one thing. Defeating them was another. Their absurdly strong defenses and overwhelming destructive power made it nearly imp...
My Journey as Fourth Kazekage 83
Chapter 83: A TrapRasa’s words made Danzo’s pupils contract sharply.He looked up to see Rasa hovering in the sky, his gaze filled with disdain. Danzo’s face tensed, his expression turning grim."I've been discovered!?"Being called a "rat in the sewers" did little to rattle him. He was not the type to be provoked by mere insults. Remaining composed, he tilted his head sligh...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 325
Chapter 325: Kakashi’s Naruto Observation DiaryAfter receiving a mission from the Third Hokage, Kakashi didn’t rush to meet Naruto.He decided to observe Naruto in secret for a few days first. Only by fully understanding him could he tailor the training to help Naruto grow into a great ninja.His first stop for observing Naruto was the Ninja Academy.Wearing his jonin vest, Kakashi entered the ac...
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Chapter 82: Tanuki Warriors"Be careful!"The Konoha Jonin at the front felt the overwhelming power radiating from the massive creature and instinctively stepped back.Boom!The several-ton tanuki warrior crashed down with earth-shattering force. The ground trembled violently, sending shockwaves rippling through the forest. Its enormous blade cleaved through thick trees, each as wide as two pe...
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Chapter 81: White Zetsu’s TailingDeep within the forest.On a massive tree branch in a secluded area, a figure emerged from the ground as if the earth itself had given birth to it. Pale white from head to toe, its head bore a distinctive spiral-like design, resembling a mask.In a voice both childish and curious, it muttered, "Why… why is Danzo here?"This figure was none other than White...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 324
Chapter 324: A Mission Concerning Konoha’s FutureAfter returning to the Hokage’s office, the Third Hokage angrily swept everything off his desk.Staring at the now-empty surface, he took a deep breath to calm himself and began recalling his conversation with Danzo from half an hour ago.In order to minimize casualties on the front lines, he had agreed to all of Danzo’s conditions in exchange f...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 323
Chapter 323: The Third Hokage and ShisuiShinnosuke Sarutobi was his son and the current head of Konoha’s Anbu, possessing the strength of an elite jonin. If he continued to hone his skills for several more decades, it wouldn’t be impossible for him to reach the Kage level.All along, the Third Hokage had considered grooming Shinnosuke to compete for the position of the next or even the one afte...
My Journey as Fourth Kazekage 80
Chapter 80: PerceptionAt the border between the Land of Fire and the Land of Rivers, near the edge of the Land of Rain, Danzo led a group of Konoha Jonin, positioned in a carefully planned ambush.While the border between the Land of Fire and the Land of Rivers stretched long and vast, it was the quickest route for the Sunagakure ninja to return to the Land of Wind. Danzo had considered the geograp...
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Chapter 79: Hana UzumakiIt was no wonder that she would one day become the future mother of Karin. Standing before Rasa was a young girl who bore a striking resemblance to Karin, around eighty percent alike.She appeared to be no older than thirteen or fourteen, youthful and fragile. Her hair and pupils were both the distinct red of the Uzumaki clan. She wore what seemed like prison garb, and her e...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 322
Chapter 322: I Want to Live Under the SunWhile the Fourth Kazekage was coming to terms with his status as a rogue ninja, the Third Hokage, one of the Five Kage, was in the Hokage Office, overwhelmed by the ongoing war on the frontlines.The war between Iwagakure and Konohagakure had been going on for three months.During this period, there had been no large-scale direct confrontation, but small-team...
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Chapter 78: A SalvationDanzo had never imagined that one day, Minato Namikaze, someone he had always considered to be without any substantial foundation, would become his greatest obstacle to obtaining the position of Hokage.It wasn’t until Minato successfully convinced the Uchiha clan to join the battle to prevent the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki from entering the fray that Danzo’s suspicions were f...
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Chapter 77: The Uzumaki Clan"What does that mean?"All eyes immediately turned toward the speaker."If we can't claim the power of the Uzumaki clan for ourselves, then we must ensure Sunagakure doesn't get it either. Otherwise, where would that leave our village’s pride?""We understand that, but how exactly do we create trouble? The Kazekage is far beyond our capabiliti...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 321
Chapter 321: A Change in MindsetSasori wasn't lying—he did know a Ninja skilled in Wind Release.That person was none other than his colleague in the Akatsuki, Kakuzu. While Kakuzu's proficiency in Wind Release wasn’t on par with the Kazekage, he was at least at the level of an elite joNinja, more than capable of instructing a young girl Temari. More importantly, Kakuzu was a Ninja who ...
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Chapter 76: KusagakureKusagakure sprawls across an immense plain, its vast landscape dominated by fields of ryūjō flowers. These blossoms, with their crimson-hued buds, resemble flickering flames, making the entire terrain appear like a sea of fire under the sun’s glow.Lacking natural defenses, Kusagakure has been fortified into a near-impenetrable stronghold. Towering walls of solid rock enci...
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Chapter 320: Rasa’s Awakening“Did I really go to all the trouble of framing you, turning you from Kazekage into a missing-nin, just to kill you?”Rasa froze, staring at Byakuya with confusion. If not to kill me, then what was all this scheming for?He thought, struggling to comprehend.The awkward silence stretched on for what felt like an eternity.Finally, Rasa broke it. “In the ninja world,...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 319
Chapter 319: Leaving the Future of Sunagakure to YouFacing the overwhelming Wood Release: Deep Forest Emergence, the Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, attempted to resist. He believed that even against Byakuya and Orochimaru, he had a fighting chance due to his Magnet Release Bloodline Limit.Magnet Release was an exceptionally versatile and powerful ability, granting control over gold dust and enabling fligh...
Mastermind of the Akatsuki 318
Chapter 318: AftermathThe next morning.As the shinobi of Sunagakure woke up and prepared to head to the Kazekage’s office to receive their missions, they were greeted by an unexpected scene.The shinobi discovered that the Fourth Kazekage, Rasa, was not in the Kazekage's office. Instead, Chiyo and Ebizō, two retired elders, were temporarily managing the village's affairs.Simultaneously, ...
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Chapter 75: The Land of GrassThe Land of Grass.A small nation ensnared in a web of danger.Surrounded by the Land of Fire, the Land of Earth, the Land of Rain, and the Land of Waterfall—each posing its own threat.The Land of Fire and the Land of Earth were undisputed great powers.The Land of Rain, though small, had produced Hanzō of the Salamander, the legendary “Demi-God” who had shaken the...
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Chapter 74: Despair"Ah... my leg...""Help me...""Cough... cough..."The relentless explosions had collapsed the riverbanks, cutting off the entire ravine. The scene was one of chaos and despair. Some were buried alive under the rubble. Others had their legs crushed by falling debris. A few, caught in the shockwaves, coughed up blood as their lives slowly slipped away.Shisui ...
