As a result, wind attribute chakra must be injected into it, and it may even be converted into senjutsu later to further enhance the destructive power of ninjutsu. I know this is not an easy thing to do.

"It's good to have confidence." Shikamaru nodded, glanced around, then focused on Naruto again, and said: "Speaking of which, I heard about this mission from the Hokage. Don't

There are depressing thoughts, after all, no one expected the intervention of the Kingdom of Ghosts."

Thinking of this, Shikamaru couldn't help but feel regretful.

What a great opportunity this was, but due to the sudden intervention of the Kingdom of Ghosts, they returned without success.

And the worst part is, I also learned that Sasuke is originally from the Kingdom of Demons, and taking refuge under Orochimaru has the meaning of being a spy. Not only that, even the person who originally inferred that Kakashi was Orochimaru,

The position of this speculation has also become ambiguous.

In other words, the already powerful Demon Country will become even more powerful in this operation, which is by no means a good thing for the hostile Konoha.

"I've long looked past this kind of thing. As long as I can meet Zuosuke once, I'll be satisfied."

Naruto said this.

But Shikamaru still heard helplessness and annoyance in his tone.

Shikamaru stared at Naruto.

"What's wrong, Shikamaru?"

Naruto blinked in confusion.

"No, it's nothing. In fact, after this mission, I have always had a bad premonition in my heart."

Shikamaru expressed his inner uneasiness.

"Bad feeling?"

"What do you think Sasuke will do next?"

Shikamaru continued to look into Naruto's eyes and asked.

Naruto's heart skipped a beat.

"This kind of thing..."

"Actually, Naruto, you understand, but you don't want to think in this direction. However, the current situation does not allow us to delay it. Some decisions are better to be firm earlier. Zuosuke is very likely to follow

...No, he will definitely attack Konoha and take revenge!"

Shikamaru stared closely at Naruto's green penis, and from his eyes, Shikamaru saw sourness and pain.

Obviously, Naruto also understands this truth.

But as Shikamaru said, he didn't want to think in this direction...or, in other words, he subconsciously avoided such a correct answer.

"...Isn't there any other way, Shikamaru?"

Naruto lowered his head and clenched his fists, still hesitating in his heart.

"Unless one of us falls completely, his revenge will not stop."

Shikamaru broke Naruto's unrealistic fantasy.

"Really? Isn't it really possible?"

Naruto raised his head and looked at the night sky. His green eyes reflected the cold moonlight, and he didn't know what he was thinking in his heart.

Shikamaru nodded, unwilling to say any more, turned around and left the place, his figure disappearing into the shadows of the woods.

…

7:30 p.m.

"Thank you for your hard work on the report. That guy Lu Jiu really got it right. Although you are still young, your ability to do things is still quite good."

In the Hokage's office, where the lights were still on, Tsunade's voice of appreciation came.

Although the mission to annihilate Orochimaru failed, and most of the ninjas and ANBU of Kumogakure and Sunagakure left one after another, the Chunin Examination still needs to continue.

After taking the information report prepared by Shikamaru, Tsunade sorted it out a little, then put it aside with satisfaction, waiting to be distributed tomorrow.

"No, thanks to the help of Sunagakure's Jonin Temari, otherwise I wouldn't have finished it so quickly."

Shikamaru answered modestly.

"It would be great if all the young ninjas in the village could be as easy-going as you."

"If everyone were like me, Konoha would be doomed immediately."

Shikamaru didn't dare to follow Tsunade's thoughts and a drop of cold sweat flowed down his face.

Immediately, he straightened his expression and reported to Tsunade:

"Just now, I went to Naruto's place for a walk."

"Oh? Are you doing psychological counseling?"

Tsunade became interested.

Shikamaru shook his head.

"Naruto is not that fragile. He can survive this level on his own. I just wanted to confirm his inner thoughts, but found that it still didn't work."

"Is it because of Uchiha Sasuke?"

Tsunade picked up the water glass and took a sip of water, leaning back on the seat.

"Hokage-sama is really perceptive."

"For a ninja, being too emotional is not a good thing."

"Yes, a ninja's rationality and sensibility should be balanced, otherwise he will suffer a great loss in battle and even risk death." Shikamaru admitted this point of view, and then changed the subject: "But,

There should be no one in this world who can truly balance this."

"Are you trying to excuse Naruto?"

"No, I want to ask Hokage-sama for something."

Shikamaru's expression turned serious.

Tsunade was silent for a moment.

"Tell me."

"I want to personally lead the team to kill Zuosuke."

Shikamaru's words were astonishing, his eyes revealed unprecedented determination, and a killing intent as cold as winter.

"Naruto, he doesn't know what you are thinking."

Tsunade continued to drink water and looked out the window at the dimly lit night market. Although she was questioning, she was sure that Shikamaru had not revealed any relevant thoughts to Naruto.

Shikamaru nodded and said: "If he knew what I was thinking, he would definitely find ways to stop it. Therefore, I want to kill Zuosuke before he attacks Konoha."

"Are you sure that Zuosuke will attack Konoha?"

Tsunade put down the cup in her hand and looked directly into Shikamaru's eyes.

"You can guess this kind of thing without asking specifically, right? Besides, I think you, Hokage-sama, are already making relevant preparations."

If it were just Uchiha Sasuke, he wouldn't be worthy of Konoha's high-profile response.

However, Uchiha Sasuke is now backed by the Kingdom of Demons. If the Kingdom of Demons supports Uchiha Sasuke in his revenge, then things will become extremely difficult, and it will no longer be Uchiha Sasuke's personal revenge.

Taking precautions, Shikamaru determined that Tsunade was already taking corresponding countermeasures.

"It's not a good path to carry everything alone."

Tsunade sighed, not wanting Shikamaru to make this choice.

"But now I have a choice, and I don't have the time to wait any longer."

"…So, what happens next?"

"after?"

"After killing Sasuke, will you also get rid of Sakura and Kakashi?"

"……yes."

Looking at Tsunade fearlessly, Shikamaru did not hide his thoughts.

"Sarutobi-sensei originally arranged for you to contact Naruto and include him in the group. It seems to be a wrong decision."

Tsunade suddenly said these words that shocked Shikamaru.

In the past, in order to take care of Naruto's daily life and to cultivate the connection between Naruto and the village, a smart enough peer was needed to guide him, and that person was Shikamaru.

"No, Sandaime he——"

"Boy from the Nara family, I am the Hokage now. I will not agree to this matter. You are not qualified to bear everything by yourself."

"I know, but if this continues, Naruto, and the village..."

"An Uchiha Sasuke is not something to be afraid of!"

Tsunade's expression turned cold.
To be continued...