69: Organization and Returning to the Battlefield

It was very smooth to get these five experimental assistants to obey their own thoughts. In fact, there were very few choices for them, but no matter what kind of thoughts these people had, Shiraishi was not very interested in their psychological activities.

　　These people's bodies have been transformed by natural energy. In theory, they can be called 'superhumans'. Their natural lifespan and even the degree of delayed aging will be much stronger than ordinary people.

　　In simpler terms, even if they reach the age of sixty, as long as they pay more attention to maintenance issues, their physique will not drop a lot, and they can continue to work.

　　And these five people are all young people in their twenties, and there will be more than 30 years to provide him with work services.

　　This is just the first batch, and more people will join in the future.

　　It has to be said that natural energy is really a good thing.

　　Although it is not comparable to Chakra in terms of versatility, the increase in physical fitness has completely surpassed Chakra.

　　Large-scale mass production of taijutsu ninjas is possible, and after years of systematic study, it is not difficult for these taijutsu ninjas to reach the chunin level.

　　At most, the fighting style will be relatively simple, and compared with the standard Chunin, it will appear to be inferior.

　　Because most Chunin, it is impossible to only be proficient in taijutsu, but also other ninjutsu and illusion, and can carry out a variety of tactical cooperation.

　　But that's enough.

　　The use of natural energy lies in its universality, and even ordinary people can use it.

　　According to Shiraishi, this is where natural energy is truly terrifying.

　　Ninjas are strong because chakra doesn't have the universality that makes most people strong.

　　Only a very small number of people benefit the most.

　　Unlike natural energy, he can make the lower limit of human beings very high. Due to the lack of useful intelligence comparisons for the upper limit, Shiraishi cannot say that the upper limit of natural energy is higher than the upper limit of chakra.

　　On average, chakra is inferior to natural energy.

　　Since he decided to make good use of the power of these five people, Shiraishi naturally wouldn't be stingy with them.

　　The training methods of taijutsu, as well as the refining methods of chakra, including some simple ninjutsu, will be taught to them.

　　Shiraishi is also not worried that they will reveal any problems.

　　The natural energy precipitated in their bodies was not obtained through formal cultivation, but directly injected into their bodies in the form of reagents, greatly improving their overall physical quality.

　　That is to say, the five of them have a foundation suitable for training physical skills, but they are unable to extract natural energy by themselves.

　　Because Shiraishi didn't plan from the beginning, just handing this kind of thing to the people below him casually.

　　Maybe in the future, but at this stage, these five people are not enough for Shiraishi to trust.

　　For this reason, even if they were allowed to leave after a month, they had to leave some special marks on them.

　　After that, Shiraishi ended his work in the laboratory hastily, and let the five people act as work tools here.

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　　The next day.

　　Shiraishi came to Ruri's room and discussed with her about the five people.

　　"Set up an organization?"

　　Ruri looked at Shiraishi with doubtful eyes.

　　Seeing Ruri's doubts, Shiraishi gave a very good reason. He said, "Yes. I think this is an inevitable plan. Because as my research gets bigger and bigger, especially the senjutsu chakra experiment, it is very likely that some uncontrollable accidents will occur. You should know how powerful the power of senjutsu chakra is."

　　Ruri nodded seriously.

　　She has experienced that feeling with her own hands. With the firmness of the underground laboratory, although it can resist some energy shocks, it will fall apart when it encounters too powerful forces.

It may still cause some trouble and attract attention.

　　"I think so. We can set up an organization outside, and when necessary, we can go outside to conduct experiments. After all, there is so much noise in the village that it can easily attract the attention of some people."

　　"Is that the only reason?"

　　"Also, the relationship between your Uchiha and a certain senior in the village is not good. Although Hokage promised that no more accidents will happen, you shouldn't believe this, right?"

　　Hearing Shiraishi's rhetorical question, the sneer on Ruri's face also proved this.

　　She didn't believe Hokage's words at all.

　　Originally, there was some improvement in the Hokage series, but now, it is just that some Uchiha clansmen are too naive.

　　Pride in power, disdain for intrigues.

　　Konoha is not the old Konoha, and Uchiha is not the old Uchiha.

　　The reason why Uchiha is powerful now is because of the bloodline limit, not the people.

　　For this reason, this time Hokage gave another opportunity to watch the Book of Seals, and Ruri did not listen to them at all, and went to watch the Book of Seals again.

　　Although Shiraishi was a bit disappointed when he heard that Liuli made this decision, he knew if he persuaded Liuli not to be so arrogant, agree to Hokage's conditions, and choose another secret ninjutsu from the book of seals, he may be severely beaten by her.

　　This is a matter of principle for Ruri to do things.

　　She would not accept such a form of compensation that bordered on mercy and charity.

　　If you accept Hokage's proposal, it means that the grievances and grievances of this incident will be wiped out, and both parties can no longer mention this matter and expose it completely.

　　However, for Ruri, this matter is not over yet.

　　Regardless of Hokage's compensation, Ruri will seek justice in her own way. Shiraishi had already expected this kind of thing.

　　She didn't want compensation in the first place.

　　A great man once said that when your thoughts are inaccessible, you must find ways to make them accessible.

　　And the only way to let Ruri's thoughts get through is not Hokage's apology and compensation, but revenge on the root.

　　Sometimes, the obsession of those who believe in strength is so terrifying.

　　"There is no guarantee that similar things will not happen again in the future. The misleading of intelligence in the mission is also the reason why we need to establish our own organization. Whether it is collecting intelligence or doing other things, it will be very convenient. It is even possible to set up ears and eyes in the ninja world, and secretly cut off the roots that perform tasks outside. You should be very interested in this kind of thing, right?"

　　Whether in Shiraishi's eyes or Ruri's eyes, the root ninja is no longer a guy who can be called a companion.

　　They are the enemy.

　　Coupled with Hokage's biased approach, it is really unconvincing.

　　Sure enough, Ruri became interested in this.

　　What is Shiraishi's purpose, she doesn't really want to know, but she is still very motivated to take revenge on the root.

　　"Another point is that the two of them, aunt and uncle, are doing business outside, always hiring other ninjas or samurai... Although they are all mercenary groups with good reputations, at a really critical juncture, these people are still unreliable. We can personally provide them with high-quality and reliable protection personnel to prevent accidents from happening."

　　Ruri nodded again, agreeing with this.

　　Her parents, Uchiha Sosuke and Uchiha Miyoko, do have such problems around them.

　　The reason why Shiraishi discussed this with Ruri was entirely because Ruri was worthy of his trust.

　　As long as the trust is passed, many problems can be solved easily.

　　The most important thing is - she is rich.

　　During this period of time, Shiraishi completed more than ten difficult tasks due to paddling, but the total reward he received was only over one million taels.

　　With this little money, he wants to set up an organization of sufficient scale to provide him with research services, not to mention the waves, not even a sound.

　　Not to mention all kinds of food, clothing, housing and transportation, as well as the large amount of funds needed to expand the site, all require strong capital to settle in.

　　Hearing Shiraishi saying a lot of words in front of him, Ruri just replied him lightly:

　　"Tell me, how much does it cost?"

　　Shiraishi coughed and said: "I don't know much about this, but I think the initial development should require at least several hundred million taels of capital investment. Therefore, I think such a large capital investment should be discussed with aunts and uncles first."

　　"No need, I can make the decision myself with this money. In the tea country, there are several mines under my name, which can be sold for a little money."

　　After Shiraishi heard these words, he didn't know how to proceed.

　　"Wait, mine or something, why didn't I hear you mention it?"

　　After reacting, Shiraishi quickly asked this question.

　　"This is not something to brag about. So, you don't have to worry about funding. And it's nothing, Konoha's annual military spending is more than that. I want to set up a collection of intelligence, research, and even training armed personnel. A comprehensive organization is impossible without billions of dollars."

　　It was clear that the proposal of the organization was put forward by Shiraishi first, but Shiraishi suddenly felt that Ruri was much more professional than him when it came to establishing an organization.

　　"However, have you thought about where to set up the organization?"

　　Ruri asked this question.

　　The base of the organization must not be established within the territory of the five major countries. These five countries represent power, and it is impossible to allow uncontrolled forces to stray inside.

　　Once an organization is established in these five countries, it will inevitably usher in a devastating blow.

　　Therefore, only small countries can start.

　　"The country of demons and the country of iron...Which one do you think is better?"

　　"A neutral country?"

　　Neither the country of demons nor the country of iron is a big country, and there are only five big countries in the ninja world.

　　But not all small countries will be classified as neutral countries.

　　For example, the country of rain, the country of rivers, the country of grass, or the country of Uzumaki that was destroyed a few years ago... Although it is a small country, it is in danger of being destroyed by a big country.

　　Therefore, among the many small countries, the Kingdom of Demons and the Kingdom of Iron stand out as particularly special.

　　Especially the country of demons.

　　This is an unknown country.

　　The supreme ruler of the country is not a daimyo, but a being named 'Miko'.

　　This country believes in witches and has a certain style of mysticism.

　　Ruri has also heard that the ruler of the country of demons, the High Priestess-sama, has a very special power and is said to be able to see through the future.

　　This kind of thing is true or false, and there is no unified generalization.

　　In any case, the country of demons is indeed the most special country in the ninja world.

　　Its ruling model is different from most countries in the ninja world.

　　"Yes, a neutral country can provide a good protected status from being affected by war."

　　"The land of demons."

　　Ruri said.

　　Shiraishi looked at her and wanted to hear her reasons.

　　In fact, the country of iron is similar to the country of demons. In terms of the principle of proximity, the country of iron is more suitable.

　　"My parents' main workplace is there. Because of their business relationship, they have some friendship with those in power in the land of demons, so they can provide some convenience appropriately."

　　"Witch?"

　　Shiraishi remembered Ruri saying that her parents were businessmen in a small country in the extreme west of the ninja world.

　　The country of demons is located in the extreme western region of the ninja world.

　　The only tedious thing is that the country of demons is very far away from the country of fire.

　　Even if you try your best to rush the road without stopping, it will take more than three days before you can barely arrive.

　　It would be nice if there was a plane. But Shiraishi could only think about it.

　　With the existing technology in the ninja world, there may be flying tools, but they cannot be widely used and the price is very expensive.

　　"I don't know much about the witch's. After that, I will ask them to sort out the information about the country of demons, as well as some information about the witch's."

　　"That would be great."

　　Except for the long distance, Shiraishi was quite satisfied with the special national conditions of the country of demons.

　　Ninjas have already seen it, so what kind of existence will the shrine maiden be?

　　With the ability to see into the future, I really want to see it.

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　　A month is long or short, and before you know it, it has passed.

　　After that, Shiraishi also went to the Hyuga family and invited Ayane out. By the way, she talked about the organization. She didn't have any emotions, and said, "As long as it is Shiraishi-kun's decision, I will support it unconditionally."

　　Sometimes, Shiraishi really couldn't understand the thoughts of girls.

　　Maybe this is the reason for the arrival of puberty.

　　The underwear and kimono that had been hidden in the room by Shiraishi didn't take this opportunity to directly hand over to Ayane, because she wouldn't accept it now.

　　Although she is still as obedient as before, she has become stubborn in a certain way, and Shiraishi believes that this is also a kind of growth that interests him very much.

　　What will her future look like? After unraveling the caged bird, will she leave himself, find the true freedom she yearns for, and become completely independent from himself... Find her own path...

　　After all, this is a ninja that he taught himself.

　　Somewhat spoiled, or indulged in her vexatious thoughts.

　　Not only hope that she can follow him all her life, but also hope that she can gain complete freedom, do what she likes, and don't care about the mood of his 'master'.

　　The mood is really complicated.

　　——As for the preparatory work of the organization, it has also progressed relatively smoothly.

　　The first is the base of the organization, and the country of demons in the extreme west of the ninja world was chosen.

　　Shiraishi didn't need to go there to observe in person, he just controlled the five people and made them his eyes, hands and feet.

　　Even if he goes to the land of demons, it will be many years later.

　　At present, there is absolutely no need for his leader to rush over.

　　After a month of simple training, these five people barely mastered the basic skills of ninjas, and the next step is to apply these skills to actual combat.

　　Two days before the end of the vacation, the training was completed, and Ruri was asked to transport them out of Konoha. At that time, the person responsible for the liaison between the two parties was Ruri's ninja cat.

　　There is only one place for the five people to go - the land of demons.

　　Once there, someone will tell them what to do next.

　　——The laboratory has recovered, and only Shiraishi is working here.

　　Compared with a month ago, the problem of replacing chakra with natural energy as life energy has basically been solved.

　　The result was a bit unbelievable, but Shiraishi had to believe the answer he had verified——

　　That is that natural energy is in a way...very similar to chakra!

　　It can even be said that after a series of processing procedures, natural energy can be converted into energy similar to chakra.

　　The degree of similarity, judging from the statistical results of the computer, is more than 90%.

　　The reason why they can't be 100% the same is because they can't be achieved technically, and there are many of them that Shiraishi can't understand and feel incredible existence.

　　In other words, processing natural energy to this point is already the limit.

　　To proceed further, special 'equipment' is required.

　　This 'equipment', Shiraishi has no clue now, and it is unknown whether it exists or not.

　　Shiraishi thought it might be a coincidence.

　　Because natural energy comes from nature.

　　Chakra is the combination of physical and spiritual power from the human body.

　　Essentially completely different and irrelevant.

　　The only place where they are connected is the fusion of celestial chakra.

　　Natural energy is equivalent to the chakra of nature, which is different from the chakra of the human body.

　　So, this unexpected discovery may really be a coincidence.

　　He originally just wanted to process natural energy as a life energy problem to replace Chakra, but the more he studied it, many contradictions and problems that were completely contrary to common sense appeared one after another.

　　"What is this..."

　　Shiraishi smiled bitterly.

　　To be honest, Shiraishi really has no clue.

　　Although the experiment to verify the relationship between chakra and natural energy is not necessary, if it is only to solve the problem of the caged bird, it is almost here.

　　Besides, he really doesn't care about it.

　　Because the clues of the research are broken here.

　　Shiraishi felt that there was a door firmly closed in front of him, and the answer was behind the door.

　　Whether through brute force or otherwise, the door cannot be pushed at all.

　　Shiraishi couldn't do anything about it.

　　Had to give up exploring.

　　For things that have no clue, Shiraishi can't create something out of nothing.

　　If there are new clues in the future, you can continue to explore, now is not the time to pay attention to this kind of thing.

　　Soon, he will be on the battlefield again.

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　　At the beginning of October, the two-month vacation ended, and today was the day to head to the front lines.

　　Shiraishi, Ruri, and Ayane met at the entrance of Konoha Village.

　　Soon after, Anbu appeared, handed the two documents to Ruri and Ayane and disappeared.

　　"Chunin appointment letter?"

　　The form of the two documents is exactly the same, and it is a special appointment letter to upgrade the ninja level.

　　The object of upgrading the level, naturally it was Ruri and Ayane.

　　"Boring."

　　With the strength of the Jonin level, Ruri is not very satisfied with the position of Chunin.

　　Ayane smiled and put away the appointment letter, apparently not caring about it.

　　When she graduated from the ninja school, her strength was almost close to that of Jonin. Now that more than half a year has passed, she has cultivated natural energy in the past two months, and her strength has steadily improved to the level of Jonin.

　　"Let's go."

　　Heading to the front line this time, it was just a group of three of them.

　　No specific instructions were given above, but the three of them were asked to go to the front line as soon as possible to join their captain Hatake Sakumo.

　　To be honest, I haven't seen Sakumo for two months, and Shiraishi really misses him a little strangely.

　　Moreover, Sakumo's acting style is decisive and firm, which is also quite appreciated by Shiraishi.

　　Most importantly, he can take good care of his companions.

　　In many missions, Sakumo will give priority to the safety of Shiraishi and the three, and then choose whether to continue chasing the enemy, or give up the pursuit, and give priority to the safety of his companions.

　　Sakumo's thoughts were obvious when he fought against the sand ninja troops before.

　　Let Shiraishi feel that Sakumo is a ninja who really strictly abides by the principle of the will of fire and acts.

　　This is also the talent that the first Hokage expected from the beginning.

　　A village tied together by the fetters of his companions, and protecting every compatriot in the village is the ultimate interpretation of the will of fire.

　　Even though Sakumo may not have what it takes to become a Hokage in the future, he is a model ninja student who conveys the will of fire.

　　Shiraishi thought so.

　　Although Shiraishi is not particularly keen on the Will of Fire.