章節 185: 185.Intelligence

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Within the borders of the Land of Rain.

Inside a Leaf Village outpost.

After receiving the news from Konoha, a young man with a cold expression slightly furrowed his brow.

Inside a tent, several Leaf Village ninjas exchanged glances, wearing expressions of puzzlement. Clearly, the sudden appointment of Sōsuke as the overall commander for the Sand Village offensive seemed strange to them.

"Captain Shino, why did they appoint Sōsuke as the commander for the Sand Village attack when the destruction we caused is evident? Why wasn't Captain Shino appointed as the overall commander?"

One of the Leaf Village ninjas below spoke indignantly.

Hearing this, a young ninja next to him, with a pale complexion, glanced at him and gruffly responded, "Don't utter such ignorant words, Shingo. You should know that Captain Sōsuke's strength is no less than Captain Shino's..."

While Yasura admired Captain Shino's strength, he had no doubt that the figure who had always led them forward in the past was far superior to them now.

It was just a gut feeling, without any concrete reason.

Even though Yasura admired Captain Shino's strength, he had no doubt that the figure who had always led them forward in the past was far superior to them now.

Shingo, upon hearing Yasura's words, wanted to continue speaking, but after glancing at Captain Shino and seeing the expression on his face, he faltered and didn't continue with his shallow words.

Captain Shino stood in front of the table, seemingly indifferent to their conversation. Instead, he was contemplating a question.

Why did Sōsuke choose to participate in this Sand Village operation, and what were his intentions?

As one of the ninjas who most wanted to kill Sōsuke, Shino was eager to know everything.

"What benefits does Sōsuke want to gain from this war?" Shino murmured absentmindedly.

The sudden appointment of Sōsuke as the overall commander for the Sand Village offensive seemed unbelievable to Shino, but for some reason, he felt Sōsuke's presence behind it all.

Is it just an illusion?

...

The news from Konoha spread slowly after leaving the Land of Fire.

It wasn't until a few days later that Leaf Village ninjas brought this information to the Rain Village.

Crash!

Intense lightning flashed across the sky, illuminating the oppressive clouds and heralding the beginning of a heavy rain.

On top of the towering black stone structure at the center of the Rain Village.

A Leaf Village ninja stood respectfully in the Rain Village's office.

In addition to the order appointing Sōsuke from the Third Hokage, the ninja brought an invitation from Konoha.

"That's right, Lord Jinnai, the Third has sincerely invited the Rain Village to contribute in the upcoming battle against the Sand Village. After all, the alliance between Konoha and the Rain Village can showcase the strong friendship between the two villages."

"What are your thoughts on this?"

The ninja, who appeared quite ordinary, spoke in a calm tone while sitting at the table.

Hearing this, Jinnai interlocked his fingers, looking at him with a gentle smile, and spoke softly.

"There's no need for that. The friendship between the Rain Village and Konoha has long been proven. The Rain Village is tired of conflicts now. Please convey this to the Third Hokage."

The Leaf Village ninja nodded seriously, indicating that he would convey this message as it is.

At this moment, he looked towards the tall figure on the side of the office, smiling.

"Captain Sōsuke, now that you've received this order, when do you plan to leave?"

Hearing this, Sōsuke's face revealed a slight smile, and he replied gently.

"Faced with such an urgent situation, I will naturally set out as soon as possible to reach the Sand Village battlefield and take command of the situation."

Turning to Jinnai, he expressed a apologetic smile and whispered.

"I apologize, Lord Jinnai. With this, I must trouble you no more in the Rain Village. I hope you can forgive me."

Hearing this, Jinnai stood up, smiling faintly, and said in a low voice.

"It's okay, Sōsuke. You are a friend of the Rain Village. As long as the friendship between Konoha and the Rain Village exists, you will always be a welcome guest in the Rain Village, and that will never change."

The Leaf Village ninjas observed this with a kind and hearty smile, saying nothing.

Soon, under Jinnai's lead, a group of high-ranking Rain Village figures surrounded him, escorting Sōsuke and the Leaf Village group out of the village.

"Pattering..."

The pouring rain filled the space with mist, even at the entrance of the Rain Village.

Two groups of people, clad in raincoats, faced each other in the heavy rain.

"Pitter-patter!"...

Sōsuke and the Leaf Village group turned around and slowly walked out of the village.

"Sōsuke, remember! As long as the friendship between Konoha and the Rain Village remains, our friendship will never change!"

At this moment, Jinnai's shout echoed behind them!

Despite the loud sound of the pouring rain, it couldn't conceal the message conveyed in this shout.

Upon hearing this, Sōsuke's mouth slightly curled up in a way hidden from view. Without looking back, he simply waved his hand gently.

The Leaf Village ninjas beside him also seemed surprised by this statement, but they quickly restrained their expressions.

They quickly left the area.

In a forest soaked with rain.

Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!...

Several shadows suddenly appeared on a thick tree trunk.

Tap, tap! Tap, tap!...

With the crisp sound of water on the trunk, they halted, looking somewhat puzzled at the tall figure in front.

"Captain Sōsuke? What is this about?"

The Leaf Village ninja who had met with Jinnai in the Rain Village looked at Sōsuke with a puzzled expression, softly inquiring.

Upon hearing the question, Sōsuke waved his hand, signaling for silence.

With a serious expression, he gently turned his head, his gaze always alert to the surroundings. Finally, as if confirming that there were no Rain Village pursuers, he relaxed.

Glancing at the Leaf Village ninja, he spoke softly.

"Are you Dashi?"

"Convey this message to the Third Hokage for me. I've found the burial place of Hanzo."

Suddenly hearing Sōsuke's words, several Leaf Village ninjas were shocked!

Their faces showed expressions of disbelief.