50: Chapter 50 The Touch of SpiritualizationA few days later, the Konoha team made a breakthrough.
Under Hibari's deliberate guidance, the Ino-Shika-Cho trio accidentally discovered the temporary base of the "unidentified ninjas"—a remote warehouse filled with counterfeit smuggled goods boxes.
Just as Asma's team was preparing to investigate further, a figure dressed in dark, tight-fitting clothes and wearing a simple mask suddenly emerged from the shadows.
"Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique!"
The powerful water dragon roared as it charged toward them with astonishing force.
"Watch out!" Asuma shouted, drawing his Twin Blades and unleashing a fierce wind-attribute chakra slash that cleaved the water dragon in two.
Shikamaru quickly analyzed: "The opponent is only one person, but he is not weak!"
Ino and Choji immediately went into battle mode.
The ensuing battle was intense but kept within the scope of a Rank B mission.
Suigetsu fully utilized the troublesome nature of his Hozuki clan's water transformation technique and his superb water-style ninjutsu to hold Asuma's team back for a moment.
Ultimately, under Asuma's fierce offensive and with the assistance of Shikamaru's Shadow Imitation Technique, the masked ninja seemed to realize he was no match.He feigned an opening, took a non-fatal palm strike from Asuma, and used the force to smash through the back wall of the warehouse, falling into the sea and disappearing into a puddle of water.
"Water clone?Or some kind of water transformation technique?" Asuma sheathed his sword and frowned."The opponent is cunning and decisive."
Shikamaru watched the puddle of water disappear quickly, then glanced at the smuggled goods in the cabin that were clearly a decoy, and was basically certain that this was a show staged by the Apocalypse Merchant Guild.
The purpose.is probably to logically introduce this B-rank mission, so that they can naturally arrive in the Land of Waves.
"Never mind, Asuma-sensei, the other party has run away, and these goods don't seem to be of much value anyway."
Shikamaru yawned."The mission report will be easy to write now.'Encountered an unidentified ninja who blocked your way.After a fierce battle, you repelled them.They are suspected to be related to a small group of roving forces that have been harassing merchant ships recently.I can hand it in now.'"
Asuma glanced at the students and nodded.He had a vague idea of what was going on, but it wasn't something he could decide right now.Now that the mission was complete, he could simply report the remaining questions to the Hokage.
The mission is complete, and it's time to leave.
The atmosphere was subtle as they saw each other off at the dock.
Choji was beaming as he held several jars of Naruto's secret sauce and snacks from the Land of Waves.
Shikamaru remained lazy, but there was a hint of consideration in his gaze as he looked at Naruto.
Asuma patted Naruto on the shoulder, saying nothing more, his eyes filled with the complex emotions of an elder.
Ino lagged behind, looking at Naruto, hesitant to speak.
Naruto stepped forward and handed her an exquisite scroll.
"This is…" Ino took it, her fingertips inadvertently touching Naruto's hand, causing her to tremble slightly.
"The initial plans for the Yamanaka Flower Shop's Naminoukuni branch, and the support that the Chamber of Commerce can provide."
Naruto spoke softly, making sure only the two of them could hear him, "I've read your analysis of the flower market; it's very insightful."
"This place needs someone as knowledgeable and decisive as you to develop it."
Ino unfurled the scroll, quickly skimming through it, her heart pounding.
It not only analyzes the market, but also provides detailed solutions for initial investment, store location selection, and even how to quickly open up sales channels by utilizing chamber of commerce channels.
This is not just a business plan, but also a great affirmation of her abilities.
"I." Ino looked up at Naruto, her cheeks burning, "I need to go back and talk to my father, but.but I really want to try!"
"No rush, I'll wait for your news." Naruto smiled, his tone encouraging."I believe you can do it."
He glanced at Shikamaru and Choji beside him, and added meaningfully, "The doors of the Apocalypse Trading Company are always open to talented partners.Whether they are outstanding strategists or.future gourmet suppliers."
Shikamaru, his eyelids drooping, gave a mumbled "hmm," while quickly calculating the long-term benefits that cooperating with the merchant guild could bring to the Nara family.
Dingci nodded vigorously, expressing his strong approval of the prospect of becoming a food supplier.
Sakura stood not far behind Naruto, looking at the scroll in Ino's hand and the awkward atmosphere between Ino and Naruto that was difficult for anyone else to intrude upon.Her fingers tightened subtly.
After seeing the Konoha group off, Naruto's gentle expression quickly vanished.
"Hibari, you will be responsible for following up on the subsequent contacts with the Nara and Akimichi families.The conditions can be relaxed appropriately.What we want is a long-term cooperative relationship."
"clear."
"Iron Boat, the Chamber of Commerce's guard team has increased its daily training intensity by 30%, and we need more reliable manpower."
"Yes, Chairman!"
Naruto looked at Karin, who had been quietly following behind him: "Karin, can your Kagura Mind's Eye cover the entire headquarters of the merchant guild?"
Karin pushed up her glasses and answered somewhat nervously, "It's.a little short, but if I stand on the highest watchtower, it'll be barely possible."
"Very good.From today onwards, you will dedicate half of your time each day to sensory training.I need a pair of eyes that can cover the entire Land of Waves."
Naruto gave the order, then turned his gaze to the eager Suigetsu, "Suigetsu, your current task is to familiarize yourself with the operation of the Chamber of Commerce's Armed Forces Department as soon as possible, and also to conduct long-term sweeps of the seas, clean up the pirates who don't know their place, collect combat data, and see if there are any talents suitable to be brought back."
"Haha!I love this!Leave it to me!" Shuiyue licked her lips excitedly.
Finally, Naruto looked at Sakura.
Sakura immediately straightened her back and waited for instructions.
"Sakura, Lady Tsunade is currently researching a new type of potent soldier ration pill and needs an assistant.Go and help her, and at the same time record all the experimental data and her operational details."
Disappointment flashed in Sakura's eyes; she would rather have combat training, but she still respectfully replied, "Yes, Naruto-sama!"
After arranging everything, Naruto walked away alone.Towards the underground chamber.
The room was dimly lit.
On the table were some materials obtained from Yakushi Kabuto regarding Orochimaru's forbidden techniques research, with a focus on incomplete records of the Spirit Transformation Technique, as well as a small tube of cell sample labeled "Kato Dan".
The Spirit Transformation Technique, an S-rank forbidden technique, allows the soul to separate from the body, killing without leaving a trace.
Kato Dan, Tsunade's former lover, is a master of this art.
Naruto stroked the obscure runes on the scroll, his consciousness sinking into the system.
[Current Villain Value: 2500 points]
[Fusing options detected: Spiritualization Technique (Fragment) + Kato's Severed Cell Sample + Heart-Binding Curse (Existing Skill)]
[Fusion Deduction: Consuming 2000 Villain Points, the Spirit Transformation Technique can be transformed into "Spirit Transformation Touch." Retaining its original abilities and incorporating the characteristics of the Heart Binding Curse, it allows the soul to carry a spiritual imprint, marking, eroding, and even initially controlling the target soul.]
[Note: This technique demands extremely high mental strength from the caster and carries the risk of backlash.]
"Fuse." Naruto said without hesitation.
[Consuming 2000 villain points, initiating fusion deduction.]
[Fusion successful!New skill gained: Spiritual Touch!]
A massive flow of information forcefully flooded into my mind, accompanied by the excruciating pain of my soul being torn apart and reassembled.
Naruto groaned, beads of sweat forming on his forehead, but he forced himself to calm down and process the power.
A moment later, the excruciating pain subsided, and a profound realization of an elevated level of life filled his mind.He could clearly feel that his control over his mental power had leaped to a new dimension.
He picked up the tube of Kato's broken cell sample and tried to activate "Spiritual Touch".
An invisible tendril of the soul quietly emerged from his fingertip and gently touched the test tube wall.
In an instant, fragmented and blurry images and intense emotional pieces flooded Naruto's consciousness—a warm smile, a deep gaze at Tsunade, and the regrets of his final moments.
It belongs to the lingering thoughts of Kato Dan!
Naruto quickly severed the connection and retracted his soul tentacles.
Success!The "Touch of Spiritual Transformation" not only allows the soul to leave the body, but also captures the information remaining in the fragments of the soul!
Although they are just fragments, they mean endless possibilities—reading memories, uncovering secrets, and even.communicating with the dead?
Orochimaru's pursuit of the Reanimation Jutsu is to possess other people's bodies.
"My 'Touch of Spiritualization' aims to directly control the soul itself."
He looked in the direction of Konoha.
Danzo, how many Uchiha souls are connected to those Sharingan eyes on your arms?Can your Reverse Four Symbols Seal seal seal corpses, and these resentful fragments of souls?
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