Chapter 14: Root

"The root organization? I have never heard of it. I'm I supposed to care?" Aizen's face was plain, and he was not confused by the appearance of the two mysterious people. However, in fact, he has never heard of the root organization.

"Hmph, you not knowing about our existence is normal. With just half a month since you joined Konoha, how many secrets can you know." The two men in black said coldly, and their black cloaks fluttered in the wind against the backdrop of the dark night.

"Do you know what? Please don't block my way, I have to hurry back to practice." Aizen's face was gloomy, even in the face of the two powerful root members, he still did not flinch

That kind of natural aura faintly confronted the two of them.

"We will find you, and naturally have our purpose, so why bother to leave!"

The two root members looked at each other, their eyes flickering fiercely. They moved quietly and gradually approached Aizen, forming a horn-cutting formation.

Aizen's face was solemn, he could feel the pressure of the vast Chakra inside the two of them, and a murderous aura was in the eyes of the two root members, that seemed that if they didn't agree with each with them, they would kill you.

It's just that Aizen didn't flinch, a sarcastic smile appeared at the corner of his mouth, instead he stepped forward.

"Huh? That look." At this moment, the two members of the root organization seemed to have seen an unbelievable scene. They felt an unparalleled domineering in Aizen's eyes, and it seemed that there was an ancient noble soul hidden in this young body.

That the look that made them feel terrified disappeared, and in addition, the two of them were deeply shocked, and when they regained consciousness, Aizen's eyes returned to calmness, even full of vigilance.

They stared at Aizen for a long time, but didn't find any clues, they could only shake their heads in a daze,

"It seems to be just an illusion. A teenager who is only a teenager can't make me feel fear from the soul."

Soon, the two of them recovered their inner peace again, but they subconsciously didn't push forward again, and kept a distance from Aizen.

The atmosphere returned to solemnity, as if nothing had happened, but the backs of the two root members had been wet with cold sweat. The hallucinations they experienced made them feel the trembling in their souls, as if they had gone to the afterlife.

"What do you want?" Aizen was not afraid of danger, facing the two men in black, still keeping calm.

"It's very simple. Our leader has taken a fancy to your talent and wants to invite you to join our root organization." The two men in black opened the skylight and spoke directly explaining their intentions.

"Your leader? Who the hell is it?"

Aizen looked puzzled. Although he was lurking in Konoha, he didn't know much about Konoha's dark side.

"Shimura Danzō, Lord Danzo. He valued your talent, so he ordered us to come in contact with you."

Speaking of Danzo's name, the eyes of the two men in black were full of admiration. In their hearts, Danzo's orders are everything, even if they sacrifice their lives, they must be fulfilled.

"Oh, that's the case. It's just that I still don't understand what your so-called root organization is about, so why are you talking about joining?" Aizen smiled slightly, and there was no mood swing in his plain eyes.

"Our roots, also known as "Anbu Training Department", are an independent organization directly affiliated to Konoha hero Shimura Danzō. It is not controlled by nor under the jurisdiction of Anbu during the day. It is a completely independent organization."

The eyes of the two men in black flashed with pride, and then said, "You can call us the Konoha assassination organization. Because we are all engaged in the dark side of Konoha, and we are not as open and upright as Anbu. Everything is done for Konoha's peace."

"We are like tree roots that take root in the soil, providing infinite nutrients for Konoha, nourishing its growth."

The two men in black had a pause, looked sharply at Aizen, and said, "After explaining so much, you must know something about us. How is it, have you made a decision?"

Aizen didn't answer their questions immediately, but looked at them calmly. He knew that it was part of his talent that he deliberately showed that to Danzo, who was hiding in the dark side of Konoha, was attracted to him. This was just what he wanted!

"Let's go, take me to meet your leader." The night was dim, and the figures of the three quickly disappeared on this path.

A magnificent and spacious room was located in a remote location of Konoha, and that gave people a sense of loftyness.

At this time, the door to the room was pushed open, and three figures entered the room, it was the Aizen and the two other men who were escorting him.

When Aizen entered the room, his eyes were instantly attracted to the old man's shadow sitting in a chair.

Although this figure looks old, his eyes were piercing, steady and confident. He just sat there, naturally excludeing a kind of superior aura, without anger.

Cruel, scheming, and unscrupulous.

This is his first impression of Aizen.

This old man is the leader of the root organization and one of Konoha's veterans, Shimura Danzō!

Shimura Danzō sat in the first position majesticly, and the moment Aizen stepped into the house, his eyes focused on Aizen.

The cold eyes were full of majesty, and the breath of the superior was naturally released. Danzo's sharp gaze was fixed on Aizen tightly, as if he wanted to see through his inner thoughts.

Aizen is indifferent, not afraid of Danzo's sharp eyes. He unhurriedly followed behind the two men in black, and gradually came to Danzo.

"Well, you are finally here." Danzo's voice was vigorous and powerful, and because of the thick Chakra, it made others sound like thunder and rumbling.

"You two step back, it is enough to leave him alone here." Danzo waved his hand gently, and the two members of the root organization stepped back respectfully. From beginning to end, their mannerisms towards Danzo were full of respect.

After the two root members left, only Aizen and Danzo were left in the rokm. The atmosphere fell into solemnnes, and there was only silent confrontation between the two.

"Well, you don't know me yet. This old man is Shimura Danzō, who is also Konoha's veteran." Although Danzo's face was densely wrinkled, his eyes flashed with a sharp light, which not only possessed the youthful vigor, but also the stability left by the years.

"The veteran of Konoha? No wonder it makes me feel so dangerous."

Although Aizen's face was calm, his heart was very alert, because Danzo's pressure on him was strong, this feeling is several times stronger than when facing a Jonin.

He didn't know that Danzo and Third Hokage were from the same era, and they were both disciples of Second Hokage, Senju Tobirama. Although he has reached the twilight age, he is powerful, and Konoha is also a top-notch existence.

"Hehe, in the face of my coercion, being able to remain so calm is indeed a genius." Danzo cast an appreciative look towards Aizen, although he didn't like Aizen's appearance, but a rookie who has just become Genin could maintain his composure in front of him was impressive.

"I wonder why you have found me in so much trouble?" Aizen calmly stood in front of Danzo.

He knew that he could not be too outrageous, nor could he show fearful expressions. Because facing a cruel person like Danzo, as long as he shows a slight regression, he will end in tragedy.

"As expected of a genius, I like to talk to smart people. Although you have only been in Konoha for half a month. However, I know your performance during this period of time." Danzo stood up and stared at Aizen and then said, "Ninjutsu genius, illusion genius, and the speed of cultivating Chakra is also rapid. To be honest, your incomparable talent is even the envy of the old man."

He knew so much about him, and this information was openly shared. This old man must have a high position in Konoha. Aizen thought, and narrowed his eyes. He did not expect that Danzo, who was hiding in the dark, had been collecting Aizen's information.

"Actually, not only Sarutobi Hiruzen, but even the old man also doubts your identity. However, no matter how much power I mobilize, I still can't get the slightest information about you."

As early as the day Aizen joined Konoha, Danzo caught sight of him. It's just that Aizen has always performed perfectly, without flaws. 

Coupled with the fact that the root organization cannot inquire into Aizen's intelligence outside the village, this also makes Danzo believe that Aizen is just an ordinary civilian.

Danzo's eyes became very sharp. He glared at Aizen and asked, "If you are not an undercover agent from an enemy country, it's okay. Otherwise, don't blame the old man for being ruthless."

A huge chakra burst out of Danzo's body, forming an invisible coercion, but what surprised him was that Aizen didn't flinch at all, he still faced it calmly.

Aizen only placed his hands in a defensive position, as he was ready to fight Danzo in a fist fight.

"Huh, it seems that you are not an undercover agent. Otherwise, with the old man's huge intelligence network, it is impossible to find out the slightest information." Danzo snorted, not wanting to dwell too much on this topic. He paused for a moment and then said, "Presumably you also know that the Chūnin exam will be held in a month."

"Well, Teacher Kurenai has already signed up for me. But does this matter have anything to do with our meeting?" Aizen asked suspiciously.

"The Chūnin exams is an opportunity to enhance the country's prestige. In the past, we Konoha Shinobi were geniuses, and we often shine in the Chūnin conference. However, this year, a genius appeared in the country of sand, Gaara!"

Danzo frowned, his eyes flashing with a killing intent. As long as the genius that poses a threat to Konoha, he wants to eradicate it.

"My reason for looking for you is very simple, that is, I have taken a fancy to your talent. I hope you can stop Gaara at the Chūnin Conference and defeat him." Danzo said his purpose, he didn't want Gaara to be the limelight.

"Master Danzo, not only you, but even Teacher Kurenai thinks Gaara is the strongest newcomer. Then, how can I defeat him with my strength?" Aizen shook his head and said sadly.

"This old man has naturally considered this. As long as you agree to join the root organization. I will give you this scroll of ninjutsu. It contains Konoha's many ninjutsu, and I believe that with your talent, you can quickly master it." Danzo threw an olive branch to Aizen, as a condition of the transaction, Aizen must join the root organization.

"Join the root organization? But, I only have Genin's strength."

Aizen let out a long sigh and expressed his worries.

"Huh, the so-called restriction is just a useless move that the stubborn fellow Hiruzen came up with. There are no restrictions on my root organization, as long as you are loyal enough."

Danzo naturally understands that Aizen's restriction refers to the premise that Konoha Anbu joins at least Chūnin level.

After listening to Danzo, Aizen chuckled lightly and said, "Since I joined Konoha, I am also a member of Konoha, so I will naturally try to intercept Gaara as much as I can. I agree to join the root organization. But I have a condition, this month during the period of time, you can no longer monitor me and let me devote myself to cultivation."

"I agree, as long as you guard Konoha faithfully, both conditions are understandable." Danzo's eyes were calm, and he simply responded, "OK now go. If it disappears for too long, it will cause Hiruzen's suspicion."

"Well, let's say goodbye first. Don't worry, Master Danzo, I will definitely practice hard and defeat Gaara." Aizen smiled slightly and left the house facing the smile.

Soon, Aizen left the room, and after regaining his peace he returned to his home in the northern part of the village with a bit of joy in obtaining a ninjutsu scroll.

He believes that with the help of ninjutsu scrolls, he will become stronger in the Chūnin exam a month later.

....

At a secret grove in the north of Konoha.

At this time, the night was very quiet, and there were no other people in this arraa.

Only the bright moonlight shone, and there was no sound.

After Aizen left the root organization, he did not return to the house full of surveillance, but instead, he chose to come to this hidden forest.

It was late at night, and the night was dim, and he was not afraid of being followed.

Aizen's purpose was simple, just to see the value of these ninjutsu scrolls.

He came to a small pile of rocks, and with a thought, he disappeared in place with a swish sound.

"Shunpo!" When he reappeared, Aizen had landed firmly on a boulder fifty meters away. Judging from his appearance, he seemed to be able to do well.

If Kurenai saw this scene, she would be shocked. During the day, Aizen barely used the basic Body Flicker Technique, but ithst progress was still great.

But now, Aizen can easily move a distance of fifty meters with Shunpo, and this kind of performance was beyond common sense.

"Let me see if the so-called scroll of ninjutsu is really worth anything."

Aizen calmly opened the ninjutsu scroll without much fluctuation in his heart.

He can't wait to get the scroll of ninjutsu, not just to increase his strength, but to learn more about ninjutsu.

Aizen knew very well that with Danzo's scheming character, it would never be possible to give him high-level ninjutsu for nothing. This ninjutsu scroll is likely to record various low-level ninjutsu.

However, for Aizen, this is enough. His purpose is to master more low-level ninjutsu so that he can shine in the Chūnin exam, and according to the information provided by Kurenai, the final of the Chūnin exam will be highly anticipated.

Almost all Konoha's ninjas will be there, and even top ninjas from other countries will also come.

Aizen slowly opened the ninjutsu scroll and saw a dazzling scene. There are many kinds of ninjutsu on the scrolls, not only Fire Style, but also Lightning Style, and even Wind Style.

The Five Elemental Ninjutsu were recorded in the Ninjutsu Scroll, and although it is not powerful, there was a wide range of types.

Fire Style·Wind Fire Technique, Water Style·Water Dragon Bomb Technique, Wind Style· Great Breakthrough, Earth Style·Headhunter, Lightning Style·Heavy Mines.

Aizen looked at these ninjutsu carefully, most of them being useless, but some still had some use.

But what's more, it is easy for Aizen to master these ninjutsu. Because he has a huge hole card, a mutated spiritual power seed!

The Chakra in Aizen is different from other ninjas and does not requedeliberate practice, but to continuously refine spiritual power seeds to obtain Chakra. The most important thing is that Aizen's Chakra has also mutated and can switch attributes at will. This means that Aizen can practice all kinds of ninjutsu as he likes, and is not restricted by the a Chakra Affinity.

Aizen's gaze swept across ninjutsu one after another, and he memorized the heal sealing method by heart.

His IQ and talent were unmatched, and he easily comprehend the essence of all kinds of low-level ninjutsu.

"Water Style·Water Dragon Road!"

Aizen stood up and completed the hand seals. In an instant, Chakra quickly condensed in his mouth, and the after the Chakra was spit out from his mouth, it condensed into a majestic water dragon.

Boom! A dragon roar resounded, breaking the tranquility of the night.

Following with the lightning strike and the Great Fireball Technique, Aizen once again move to other types of ninjutsu.

"For Genin, the power is pretty good."

Aizen smiled slightly, not paying attention. For him, mastering the five attributes of ninjutsu is easy. It's just that these low-level ninjutsu are good tools for his disguise.

Throughout the night, Aizen practiced various low-level ninjutsu, enhancing his proficiency again and again, and after trying all night, he thoroughly mastered these ninjutsu.