Leaf Village: Training Ground 3.
Daichi was under a tree sitting crossed legged and meditating. At least that's what it would look like to anyone who saw him. He received new memories from his clone less than a minute ago and was currently reviewing them.
'So Kimimaro is under custody huh. That's good. Based on the information my clone was able to take from him, the other two in the base are Jirobo and Kidomaru. So that means the rest of sound Five are with Tsunade and Shizune. Maybe even Kabuto is there…'
Daichi's eyes slightly closed tighter as he decided to focus on his clone's mission. 'It seems my initial plan of copying the jutsu and leaving is now out of the question. This was supposed to be a stealth mission. No one was supposed to know I was even there to begin with… Well it doesn't matter. I dealt with the cards I have. My clone doesn't have much Mana left. He can't use the Mana mind shock again so if he encounters any other enemies he'll have to kill them.'
A couple meters away his teacher was leaning on a wooden stump and reading his favorite literature. Even though Kakashi was reading he couldn't help but take a glance at Daichi every now and then.
Finally he decided to break the silence. "You're quiet." He spoke in a soft tone and saw Daichi opening his eyes.
The Genin looked at the silver haired man with a raised eyebrow and Kakashi sighed. "Even more than usual."
"I have a lot on my mind."
Kakashi looked at the boy and gave a small nod. "I thought you'd want to train. You know to take your mind off everything."
"Right now I'm not in the mood to train and meditation is helping me focus and calm my mind."
Kakashi closed his book and stood straight. "Then you should get some sleep Daichi. You've had a long day. Go home."
"I doubt I'd be getting any sleep tonight… But I suppose you're right." Daichi let out a long breath of air and stood. 'I'll also need to keep an eye on everything happening with my clones.'
Just before Daichi left he turned to his teacher and held a serious gaze. "If anything new comes up, please inform me. I want to be kept in the loop."
Kakashi looked at the boy and after a few moments of silence gave a short nod. Daichi nodded his head and vanished with the body flicker jutsu.
The gamer ninja soon reached home and made his way to the backyard. As he opened his inventory he found dozens of new scrolls and books.
As Daichi looked in his storage space, he saw a couple new unexpected items as well. He looked at the details of the items and his eyes widened in shock.
'Ultra low temperature freezers? Liquid nitrogen Storage systems? What the hell? Did my clone decide to rob the whole place?'
Daichi smirked as he thought about the situation. 'Orochimaru's going to be in hell of surprise when he returns.'
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Land of Sound: Orochimaru's base.
The clone looked around the large room and used 'Observe' on everything his eyes fell on.
[Experimentation Chambers]
[Secure chambers for conducting experiments, often with restraints and monitoring equipment for observing test subjects.]
Daichi looked at the chamber and saw seals covering several areas of the room. 'I can't even imagine how many people have died in this room.'
[Medical Equipments]
[Advanced medical tools for performing surgeries and biological experiments, including microscopes, surgical tools, and healing ointments.]
'Yeah, I'm taking all that.' Daichi took the small shelf containing numerous medical tools and placed them in his inventory.
He then looked around and saw a slightly larger area with several seals drawn on the floor.
[Summoning Area]
[A space dedicated to summoning jutsu with pre-drawn summoning circles and materials for blood contracts.]
Daichi saw several blood stains on the ground in the summoning area and he could hypothesize a guess. 'That snake must have used his summons to dispose of corpses with no further use. Brutal but I suppose it's effective.'
Daichi's eyes fell on another shelf that held various glass jars with different colored liquids in them.
[Chemicals and Poisons]
[A variety of chemicals, poisons, and antidotes, showcasing Orochimaru's knowledge in toxicology. Among these are dozens of new poisons Orochimaru created using snake venom.]
'If I didn't have my gamer abilities, studying these would have taken years.' Daichi didn't waste time and stored them in his space without another thought.
Daichi took everything of value in that lab and nodded in satisfaction. The once fully equipped lab was now stripped naked.
Just then the clone received memories from the ones in Orochimaru's study. 'Detailed notes on Genetics and information on the other labs here. That saves some time.'
Daichi decided to move to the next base Orochimaru had hidden in the land of Rice Paddies and quickly disappeared from his spot.
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Daichi bypassed several guards standing outside the base and soon entered the second laboratory he could find. The equipments in the room was just as advanced as the ones in the main lab.
'How is he getting the funding for all this? To create so many labs and ship these equipment here. If his other labs are just like this then it must have cost him the wealth of a small nation. How did no one trace the purchase and movement of materials like this?'
'Observe'
[Incubators with CO2 Regulation]
[For growing and maintaining cell cultures that are being genetically modified or used in experiments, ensuring they have the right conditions for growth and survival.]
Daichi opened the Incubator and saw a sealed tray with a cell culture.
[Genetic sample of Shin]
[Shin is one of the many test subjects under Orochimaru. However, what truly sets Shin apart is his unique genetic makeup that allows his body to accept any transplant without rejection. He can integrate any foreign tissue or organ into his body seamlessly, effectively making him a perfect vessel for Orochimaru's experiments in seeking immortality and mastering all jutsu. Orochimaru, fascinated by Shin's adaptability, would likely conduct a series of experiments aimed at unlocking the secrets behind Shin's unique ability to accept and adapt to any foreign genetic material.]
There were several stacks of documents on a nearby table. Daichi opened the folder and saw the photo of a young Shin on the front page. The young medic read the notes and was shocked at how far Orochimaru had come in the field of biotechnology and Gene Mapping.
Nearby, in another medical equipment Daichi saw 2 compartments with cells and organs inside.
"Observe."
[Synthesized cells for Gene Mapping and Analysis]
[Subject: Shin]
[Orochimaru started by mapping out Shin's genome to identify any genetic markers or anomalies that contribute to his extraordinary adaptability. This involved comparing his DNA with that of individuals from various clans, especially those known for unique Kekkei genkai, to understand how Shin's body recognizes and integrates foreign DNA.]
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[Extracted Tissue and Organs for Transplant Experiments]
[Primary Subject: Shin]
[By transplanting tissues and organs from various shinobi with unique abilities into subjects with and without similar adaptability to Shin, Orochimaru could observe the outcomes. Success in these experiments led to breakthroughs in creating synthetic bodies or vessels that could harness multiple Kekkei Genkai.]
Daichi reread the last part in the system information box.
'Success in these experiments led to breakthroughs in creating synthetic bodies or vessels that could harness multiple Kekkei Genkai… Wait a minute.'
In that instant a figure came to Daichi's mind. 'Danzo's arm. It was composed of Senju blood and Sharingan. Is it possible that Orochimaru had success with combining other bloodlines?'
Daichi looked at the papers documenting the experiments done on Shin and one page suddenly caught his attention. He read the notes written by Orochimaru about his observations of the boy.
Chakra Nature Adaptation Studies: Subject's unique physiology positively affects his ability to adapt to and manipulate different chakra natures and Kekkei Genkai. This involved rigorous training sessions under controlled environments, where Shin is exposed to various chakra types and tasked with mastering them. Further testing under extreme conditions are required for more in-depth analysis.
The gamer ninja couldn't help but sigh as he looked at the data. 'If his blood was used in the right way it could be used to create a cure for many fatal diseases.'
Daichi turned the page and the information on the next paper proved his hypothesis correct.
Immune Response Manipulation: A key aspect of Shin's ability is his immune system's tolerance to foreign genetic material. I have manipulated the immune response in other subjects, attempting to replicate Shin's tolerance involving genetic editing, viral vectors to introduce specific genes, or even creating a serum based on Shin's blood. But there hasn't been much success.
Daichi turned to the next page and a frown formed on his face as he read the information.
Cloning and Mass Production: Attempt to clone Shin and create beings with Shin's genetic makeup is successful. Will need to conduct further tests to see if it's possible to create a new Kekkei Genkai in the clone body. The final objective would be to produce an army of shinobi who can adapt to any Kekkei Genkai.
'If Orochimaru is able to mass produce clones with special bloodlines then we're all fucked.'
Daichi didn't wait another second and started shoving everything from notes to lab equipment into his inventory. Once the whole place was empty the disguised Daichi moved on.
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Locating the hidden labs was not as difficult as Daichi expected. He was able to easily get past the patrol ninjas who were oblivious to his presence. Daichi made sure to not fall into any hidden boobytraps or seals that were placed.
It took almost an half an hour but he was inside the third laboratory hidden underground. As he looked around, Daichi found another cryopreservation system and he opened it. He immediately used Observe and the Genetic samples stored inside surprised the boy.
[Genetic sample of A (Third Raikage)]
[Known for his physical durability and lightning-fast speed, A was considered one of the strongest Raikage in Hidden Cloud's history. His Lightning Release and Hell Stab were particularly feared.]
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[Genetic sample of Third Kazekage]
[Known for his unique ability to use Iron Sand, the most feared weapon in Hidden Sand's history. He modeled this technique after the Jinchūriki of Shukaku before him, creating weapons from sand mixed with iron powder. His ability to manipulate magnetic fields made his Iron Sand techniques versatile and deadly.]
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[Genetic sample of Kushina Uzumaki]
[Known for her incredibly strong life force, sealing techniques, and chakra reserves. The Uzumaki's ability to recover from injuries and perform jutsu that require large amounts of chakra makes their genetic material exceptionally valuable.]
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[Genetic Sample of Itachi Uchiha]
[A member of the Uchiha clan and as such is known for his strong genjutsu and visual prowess. His ability to awaken the Mangekyō Sharingan, granting unique abilities drew Orochimaru to obtain his blood.]
'I didn't know he had blood samples of the Third Raikage and Kushina. He must have gotten the Raikage's blood after his death somehow. And Kushina's while he was still in the village.'
Daichi sighed and took all the samples. He looked at the nearby machines and used his skill.
'Observe'
[Refrigerated Centrifuges]
[Before storing blood samples, it's often necessary to centrifuge them under cold conditions to separate plasma, serum, or other components without compromising their integrity.]
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[Automated Cell Counters and Analyzers]
[To assess the quality and quantity of cells before and after preservation, automated systems can provide vital information about cell viability and concentration.]
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[PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) Machines]
[Essential for amplifying DNA sequences, making it easier to study small samples by generating thousands to millions of copies of a particular DNA sequence.]
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[DNA Sequencers]
[Used for sequencing the DNA, allowing scientists to understand its exact makeup. High-throughput sequencers can sequence entire genomes quickly and efficiently.]
'These PCR and DNA sequences are even more advanced than the ones in the Fire Capital hospital. Where did Orochimaru even get these? I need to look into this when I get the time.'
[Electrophoresis Equipment]
[Utilized for DNA, RNA, and protein separation based on size and charge, critical for analyzing molecular components.]
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[Microarray Scanners]
[For gene expression analysis, these scanners allow researchers to understand the expression levels of thousands of genes simultaneously.]
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[Flow Cytometers]
[Used for cell counting, cell sorting, and biomarker detection, providing detailed analysis of cell populations.]
Daichi moved around the machines and removed the protection seals as he noted the information his system showed him. He stored them one by one and made sure not to disturb the contents inside the machine as he did so.
[Centrifuges]
[Essential for the separation of fluids, gas, or liquid, based on density. Ultracentrifuges are used for more detailed molecular biology work.]
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[Incubators and Growth Chambers]
[For culturing cells and tissues under controlled conditions, essential for experiments requiring specific temperatures, humidity, and atmospheric composition.]
"Yeah. I'm gonna need to build a really big lab to fit all this." Daichi spoke to himself as he took the incubation chamber and safely stored it in his system space.
The Gamer ninja looked around and began plundering the rest of the lab. Soon there was nothing left but a giant empty space.
Daichi closed the door to the lab behind him and disappeared. Around an hour later he found another hidden base and was soon inside the lab. The moment he opened the door a large tank caught his eye and what was inside the tank made him freeze.
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Hidden Leaf village - 10:30 pm.
The Leaf Aviary.
The Leaf Aviary is the location where messenger birds such as hawks, special summon sparrows deliver important messages. The aviary is a circular building built into the top of a tree with a spiral staircase.
Two Chunin ninjas were keeping a close watch on the skies above. The cool wind made one of them yawn.
"Man, I'm so tired. We're just standing here doing nothing. It's soo boring. It's making me sleepy." The chunin who spoke was a young man in his late teens while the other was a much older man nearing his thirties. He had a much more serious demeanor than his younger teammate.
"Focus. Several scouting teams have been sent this morning. We should be hearing back from them soon."
The teenager looked at the older man and just sighed.
Seeing the look the older ninja spoke. "You're new here aren't you."
Seeing the silence of the teenager, the older man continued.
"This may look tedious but our work is just as important as anyone else's. We need to correctly interpret any messages we receive and send it to the tower as quickly as possible. If we fail in our task and vital information is not delivered on time, it could have serious consequences."
The younger Chunin sighed and decided not to argue. He turned his attention back to the night sky and soon spotted a brown hawk making its way towards them. The older man quickly spotted the avian creature as well and they both stood alert.
The moment the hawk landed the older ninja took the scroll tied to its leg and gave it to the younger man. Just as he was about to speak he saw another hawk flying towards them. It quickly landed in front of them and raised its left leg. Without any delay the younger chunin took the second sealed scroll tied to the hawks legs.
"Take these to the analysis team. Go."
With a quick nod the teenager vanished and made his way to the cryptanalysis team.
Hokage Tower.
Shortly after Kakashi gave his report and left and Hiruzen had his rest, he was once again at his desk going through the numerous reports piled up in front of him. Even though his eyes were on the papers in front of him his mind was elsewhere.
The images of Tsunade and Orochimaru popped up and Hiruzen remembered the last time he saw his student.
The old kage closed his eyes and exhaled as if to get rid of the haunting memories. At that moment the image of another student appeared in his head.
'Hurry Jiraiya. I need your help on this matter.'
Suddenly the door opened, jolting the kage from his thoughts and a Chunin rushed inside. "Sir, I have news."
Hiruzen recognized the young Chunin as a member of the cryptanalysis team. He also saw several documents in the young ninja's hands.
He gave a nod and the Chunin began his report. "Reports from the Reconnaissance Teams are coming in. We just received intel from squad 2 and 6. They've investigated the locations assigned to them and have confirmed sightings of Orochimaru's hideouts. These are the blueprints they drew up. There are also several mercenary ninjas guarding the hideouts."
The Chunin handed the Hokage the documents in his hands and Hiruzen quickly started going through them. His eyes narrowed as he looked at the key information.
'The base squad 6 found is near a small town. A total of 23 enemies are guarding the hideout. If a direct confrontation happens there it'll cause panic among the people. These mercenaries could also use them as hostages if they get their hands on civilians. No identifying clothes or gear that would point them to a Hidden village.'
Hiruzen looked at the blueprint created thanks to the Hyuga on the team and swiftly studied it. 'Several hidden floors and deepest level is hidden behind seals blocking the Byakugan.'
The old kage turned to the document sent from squad 2 and he read somewhat similar information. 'A team of 21 ninjas are guarding the location. This base has several tunnels underground leading to different locations but obstruction seals are blocking the way.'
Hiruzen leaned back in his chair and turned his gaze back to the chunin in front of him. "Make sure Shikaku gets a copy of these reports."
"Yes sir."
"Dismissed."
Once the Chunin left the room, Hiruzen looked up at the ceiling as he tapped a finger on the desk. 'Assuming the other bases are of similar state, then a large force is required to attack them head on. A direct confrontation will cause chaos if the other hideouts are located near any towns. Infiltration and assassination squads are better suited for this task… Hmm… Then again this could also be an opportunity for me to do that.'
A total of seven squads were deployed in the morning at 10:30 and now by around midnight, reports are coming in from all of them.
Hiruzen looked at the reports from all the reconnaissance teams as he smoked his pipe. 'All of them have around two dozen ninjas guarding them. And none of the teams could detect Tsunade, Shizune, Orochimaru or even Kabuto's presence in any of these locations.'
The old man let out a smokey breath and clenched his fist. 'Daichi might be right. This might just be a waste of time… I wonder what he's doing now. I doubt he's sleeping.'
Kensei's Home.
Approximately 1 am. March 22.
Daichi was in his room taking out the numerous scrolls, documents and books from his inventory seconds after his clones stored them.
'So many books, jutsu scrolls and files. My inventory would be filled up if I don't do anything. I can keep the medical equipments and storage tanks in the inventory but I'll have to take out everything else and store it in a separate scroll.'
Daichi looked at the total slots available and smiled. 'Each level up gives me an additional 7 inventory slots. Right now since I'm at level 62 I have 434 spaces available. Still, it's a good thing I removed all non essential items from my storage space just for this occasion.'
The Genin looked at all the scrolls and books piled up in front of him and had a small smile. 'It will only take a short while for me to get through all this but to do research… That'll be much more time consuming.'
Just then Daichi was taken aback by another thought and he chuckled to himself. 'I never would have thought I'd become a scientist when I first woke up here. Here I am in the Naruto world and I'm excited at the prospect of learning more about the human body and research… How hilarious…'
Just then Daichi received new memories from his clone and the smile on his face widened. 'I wasn't sure if he put that thing in his lab in the Land of Sound but I'm glad. This will certainly accelerate my plans.'
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Daichi's disguised clone.
As it infiltrated Orochimaru's fourth hideout he sensed a powerful chakra coming from deep within the lair. Daichi moved forward avoiding all traps and obstacles and soon reached a dead end. Daichi observed the wall and noted a miniscule amount of chakra running through it in a unique pattern.
'Hidden barrier seal.'
Daichi had raised his sealing skills enough to get through and understand almost all sealing ninjutsu. He was able to quickly decipher the counter jutsu and quickly made several hand seals.
The moment he made the final hand seal, a round sealing pattern appeared on the wall and Daichi touched the seal with his index finger. The next moment an opening appeared in the wall and it expanded creating a round doorway.
Daichi stepped through and saw that the whole room had a dark green tint. He immediately noticed several large tanks filled with fluid of some kind. A moment later one particular tank caught his eye.
'No way. That's…' His eyes narrowed and he walked towards the large container that caught his attention.
'Yup. It definitely is…'
Here, amidst an array of arcane equipment and chakra-infused apparatuses, lies the cultivation of a marvel. The Horn of the 8 tails.
'Observe.'
[Cultivated horn of the Eight-Tails, Gyūki]
[The horn, originally a formidable appendage of the mighty Tailed Beast, now finds itself in a new incarnation. Under Orochimaru's meticulous care, it has been transformed into a living, pulsating tissue, brimming with the raw, untamed chakra of Gyūki. This is not merely a replication of biological matter but an enhancement, an evolution of its innate properties facilitated by the fusion of chakra, science and genetic engineering.]
Daichi walked forward and he couldn't help but place a hand on the glass of the tank.
'Knowing that he cultivated this is one thing but to see it in person… I can feel powerful, extraordinary chakra from this horn. Unbelievable. How did he create such a thing?'
Daichi looked around the room and soon found a large table filled with stacks of papers. He walked over and started going through each and every one of them as quickly as he could. Before he had a rough understanding of the cultivation method.
'So that's how it is. The process began with the isolation of viable cells from the scraps of the horn. And every step after needed unparalleled precision. Orochimaru employed a mixture of enzymatic digestion and chakra manipulation to separate and prepare the cells for cultivation. That ensured that their vitality and chakra potential were not only preserved but augmented.'
Daichi's eyes narrowed as another question popped in his head. 'But for all this he would have needed a powerful bio chamber-'
The Genin immediately turned around and turned his attention to the large tank. 'Observe.'
[Modified Bioreactor]
[For larger-scale cloning applications, bioreactors provide a controlled environment for growing cells or tissues that are being cloned, ensuring they receive the right amounts of nutrients and gasses. This specially designed bioreactor is made to cultivate the cells from the horn of the 8 tails and preserve it. This environment, saturated with a meticulously formulated growth medium, simulates the natural chakra flows of the Eight-Tails' body, promoting not just cell growth but chakra maturation. Orochimaru's design allows for the manipulation of chakra nature and intensity, guiding the developing tissue towards desired characteristics.]
'No matter how much I despise him, it's undeniable that Orochimaru is one of the most gifted scientists in this world. The process, knowledge and constant care needed to cultivate this…'
"It's a shame you decided to go after my teacher, Orochimaru. If you hadn't… who knows. Maybe we could have been colleagues in the future." Daichi couldn't help but speak softly. He sighed and slightly shook his head.
The Genin then looked back at the papers in his hands and read the observations and end results.
The result of this intricate process is a horn tissue unlike any other. Visually, it retains the intimidating appearance and characteristic of the Eight-Tails and its texture and sheen suggest a vitality that is almost equal to its original form. Functionally, the tissue demonstrates remarkable properties: enhanced regenerative capabilities, a chakra conductivity that could potentially amplify or alter jutsu cast through it, and a resilience bordering on the indestructible.
Potential Applications -
Possibilities include grafting onto a living being to enhance their chakra capacity and physical prowess, using it as a core for creating new weapons or artifacts of immense power, or further experimentation towards creating synthetic beings with Tailed Beast-like abilities.
Daichi stored the notes and files in his inventory and looked around the lab. He noticed multiple new machines and immediately used his information gathering skill.
[Automated Cell Culture Systems]
[These systems are crucial for cloning as they can automate the process of growing cells in culture, ensuring consistency and reducing the risk of contamination.]
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[Micromanipulators]
[Used in conjunction with microscopes for manipulating cells and cellular components, essential for procedures like nuclear transfer in somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT), a common cloning technique.]
Daichi looked to the side and saw a tank filled with just fluids. 'That must be the base culture medium.'
[Nutritional Fluids for Cloning Chambers]
[The nutritional fluids, often referred to as culture media or growth media, are crucial for the survival and growth of cloned cells or tissues. These fluids contain a mix of -
Essential Nutrients which include amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and glucose, to support cellular metabolism and growth.
Growth factors: Protein-based substances that play a critical role in cell division and development.
Antibiotics which prevent bacterial contamination without harming the cells.
Buffering Agents which maintain the pH at a suitable level for cell growth.
Serum: Often fetal bovine serum (FBS) is used, providing additional growth factors and nutrients.
Specific formulations can vary based on the type of cell or tissue being cloned.]
'He can't use the same growth medium for all experiments. So he must have modified this fluid according to the nature of the cells… Can't waste anymore time looking at all these.'
The tanks in this lab were large but thankfully Daichi knew he could store them safely in his storage space. 'It's a good thing I tested the size and weight of the objects I could store in my inventory during my dungeon runs…'
Daichi began examining the tanks and noticed several precaution seals carefully placed. He created two clones and all three began removing the sealing jutsu and traps in the room. It took half an hour to complete the task and Daichi immediately began storing the items in his inventory. When it came to the horn of the 8 tails Daichi was unsure. He still remembered what his inventory showed when he tried to store a living creature inside.
[Warning. Action Denied. Cannot store living creatures. Only exceptions are during special conditions.]
'I'm taking this horn no matter what. I don't know if the horn is considered as a living being. If I can't keep it in my inventory I'll have to make other arrangements.'
But it wasn't as Daichi feared. He was able to store the tank that contained the 8 tail's horn without any problems. Soon there was nothing but a large empty room with several disconnected power lines and an empty desk.
Just then he received memories from the clones in the other hideouts. As Daichi got the memories he smiled. 'My clone took the Akatsuki ring Orochimaru was given. I'll have to study that thing…'
Daichi kept reviewing the memories and he was happy. 'A compiled information on Akatsuki, Zetsu, Danzo and the ninja clans in the Land of sound.'
"Hahaha…." Daichi laughed at the ease with which he succeeded in this mission. 'I wouldn't have been able to complete this task within such a short time without my Mana stealth ability or all the information I got from Amachi. Orochimaru being out of the country and taking half of his guards is also a bonus.'
Daichi looked around and then took a look in his filled up inventory.
'I got everything I came here for. The clone disguised as Kimimaro should be here just in case. If anything happens he can just dispel. But the rest of me, time to get the fuck up out of here.'
The clone Daichi made sure he didn't leave any trace of himself and then vanished in a puff of smoke. Soon only the shadow clone impersonating Kimimaro was left in the main hideout.
Time: Approx. 2am.
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