Chapter 66

Chapter 66: Suppression and the Sand Village's Outburst!

Tatsuma Yaken!

He hadn't expected that the person in front of him was actually the commander of this border camp, essentially the one in charge.

Hmm, during wartime, this position would be like sitting on a volcano, only those at the level of the Sannin or White Fang could hold it securely.

But in peacetime, being a border commander is an excellent way to gain experience and reap benefits.

And the Tatsuma clan, from which Koharu Utatane, one of the 'Konoha F4', hails.

Originally a small clan, but ever since she climbed the ranks, the clan has expanded like a balloon.

Now with a population of over a thousand, it can be considered a major ninja clan.

It just goes to show, seeing how these clans of the higher-ups change, you realize how fake the 'Will of Fire' is.

It's all about exploiting the lower-level ninjas! But that's not the main point. No matter how well the Tatsuma clan develops, it has nothing to do with Uchiha Takashi.

The problem is, there's something that connects them.

Healing potions!

They also oversee the medical department, and while others might not know the details of the healing potions, she surely knows who developed them.

In fact, the distribution of the potions is through the medical department.

So she has always tried to get the healing potions under her control.

Because these potions are something that can sustain the prosperity of a ninja clan for a long time.

Recently, when Uchiha Takashi was at Konoha Hospital, he received quite a few hints.

As long as he handed over the secret formula for the healing potions, he could gain the friendship and protection of the Tatsuma clan.

Damn! Uchiha Takashi naturally wouldn't agree.

He doesn't care about the potion formula.

The problem is, the special seaweed needed for the raw materials requires blood cultivation, which is a secret he can't reveal.

How could he hand it over?

Thus, he naturally 'offended' the Tatsuma clan.

That's right.

When the higher-ups ask you for something and you, a lower-level ninja, don't hand it over, it's considered 'offending' them.

Luckily, they aren't like Danzo, who would just take it by force.

Now, he's fallen into their hands.

During his time at the border camp, they could make things difficult for him at any time.

Now you know why Uchiha Takashi's face darkened, right?

"Uchiha Takashi, Chunin, this is your next mission!"

Tatsuma Yaken, as if 'just doing his job', handed over a mission scroll.

In the anime, when missions are given in a consultative tone, it's either because the person has a background or is at the Jonin level.

For Chunin and Genin, they're just tools.

Especially Genin! They're basically cannon fodder and expendables on the battlefield, and it's not surprising if many die.

Uchiha Takashi took the mission scroll, and it was a patrol mission.

But...

'This is a death sentence!'

A cold glint flashed in his eyes.

If Honda and the others' patrol mission was to prevent an invasion by the Sand Ninja army,

Then the mission given to Uchiha Takashi was to infiltrate the west, into the Land of Wind's territory, to gather intelligence.

He could encounter Sand Ninja at any time! Logically, such a dangerous mission shouldn't be given to a newly promoted Chunin like Uchiha Takashi, who isn't familiar with the local intelligence.

But they handed it to him anyway.

"As a genius of Konoha, Uchiha Takashi, this mission is meant for you!"

Tatsuma Yaken praised enthusiastically after Uchiha Takashi finished reading the mission.

How ruthless!

Using 'genius' as an excuse to silence any gossip.

Because this reason is indeed plausible.

You're a genius, so naturally, you should bear the heavy burden; otherwise, what's the point of special treatment?

"The commander is joking, I'm no genius, Kakashi is!"

Uchiha Takashi didn't hesitate to shift the focus to Kakashi.

He really doesn't want the title of genius; what he wants is fame.

It's precisely this fame that makes the Root hesitant to act against him without first luring him out of Konoha. If he were an ordinary ninja, the Root would have acted directly within the village, something they've done plenty of times.

Inside the village, Uchiha Takashi would have many concerns, but outside... does he really inherit the Uchiha trait of going soft against the village's higher-ups?

His style is to act without hesitation.

"But if you don't want to, I won't force you. There's also a task assisting in the medical department..."

Tatsuma Yaken picked up another mission scroll from the long table.

The implication was clear, letting Uchiha Takashi choose for himself.

Chapter 66: Suppression and the Outburst of the Sand Village!

Faced with the choice between undertaking a perilous mission or opting for a safe and easy task, most would naturally choose the latter.

However, there is a price to pay.

The formula for healing potions!

Though the other party didn't speak, their intentions were clear.

Anime really does paint a deceptive picture.

In the anime, it's all about passion and bonds, or at the very least, hard work and friendship.

But in the ninja world where Uchiha Takashi has found himself, it feels like a dark and brutal realm.

"I'm sick of the smell of disinfectant."

Uchiha Takashi shook the reconnaissance mission scroll in his hand and turned to leave.

He planned to rest for a day before starting the mission. After all, it wasn't urgent and didn't need immediate attention.

For other Chunin, this mission might indeed be dangerous.

But for Uchiha Takashi, it posed no threat.

His combat abilities were already formidable, not to mention he had two powerful summon beasts, Taiichi and Chubimaru, making reconnaissance tasks a breeze.

Especially Taiichi!

Just because he hadn't shown his reconnaissance prowess before didn't mean he lacked it.

With two summon beasts at his disposal, he had no worries about encountering trouble.

The next day!

After leaving the camp, Uchiha Takashi began forming hand seals.

"Summoning Jutsu!"

Caw! A giant, jet-black three-legged crow appeared before him.

"Let's go!"

Uchiha Takashi leaped onto its back.

The sleek black feathers were completely water-resistant, making it impossible for an ordinary person to stay on its back.

But ninjas are different! With chakra, maintaining balance was no issue.

Even a ninety-degree cliff wasn't a problem, let alone standing on Taiichi's back.

Whoosh! Taiichi spread its wings and soared into the sky amidst the howling wind.

Aerial advantage!

This was Uchiha Takashi's greatest confidence.

In the future, Deidara of the Akatsuki used his flying advantage to flatten the Sand Village and forcibly capture Gaara.

If he couldn't fly and had to attack from the ground...

Even with twice the number of Akatsuki members, success wouldn't be guaranteed.

"Let's go!"

Uchiha Takashi directed Taiichi to fly towards the Land of Wind.

Flying at an altitude of over a thousand meters, there was no fear of ground threats.

At least not during this period before anyone had any overpowered abilities.

But before Uchiha Takashi could relax for too long, his eyes suddenly narrowed.

A distress signal!

It was a distress signal from a Konoha patrol team.

After a moment's hesitation, he signaled Taiichi to lower the flight altitude to assess the situation.

Now, he truly understood the benefits of the Byakugan.

It's like a super radar.

Envy, jealousy, and resentment.

If only he had the Hyuga bloodline, he would definitely get a pair for himself.

After lowering the flight altitude, he could barely make out the situation on the ground of the yellowish desert below.

A Konoha team was fleeing ahead, pursued by several Sand Ninja squads.

They've hit the jackpot! Uchiha Takashi immediately realized.

This Konoha team must have obtained some crucial information; otherwise, they wouldn't be pursued by multiple Sand Ninja squads.

But as his gaze extended further, he felt as if something was gripping his heart.

Because, in that direction, a large number of dark figures were charging forward like a wolf pack, seemingly intent on tearing everything apart.

The Sand Ninja army!

For ninjas, even a single Genin could easily slaughter hundreds of ordinary people.

So, an assembly of over a thousand ninjas was indeed an 'army.'

At this moment, the number of Sand Ninjas in Uchiha Takashi's view was definitely more than a thousand.

And this signified one thing.

The Great Ninja War had finally erupted.

(End of Chapter)