Naruto the Genius

Chapter 31 Danzo’s methods

Naruto and the others were not in a hurry, and they sailed slowly on the sea. When they returned to Konoha and met Tsunade, they had heard about the conflict between Kumogakure and Kirigakure. It was basically the same as Naruto had thought before, but things calmed down after the conflict.

Naruto reported the whole incident to Tsunade, who said, "Naruto, I didn't expect this mission to be completed so smoothly. I believe that the Raikage and the others would never dream that it was our Konoha who did it."

Naruto said, "Hokage-sama, I think the Raikage is already suspecting that it was our Konoha who did it. The Raikage is the leader of Kumogakure after all. Although he has a bad temper, he is definitely not stupid. Among all the ninja villages, the most likely to have a powerful water-style ninja is Kirigakure and our Konoha. From the perspective of our Konoha, we are the ones who most hope to see them clash. The Raikage discovered this, so they only had a brief conflict."

Tsunade supported her head with her hands, thought for a while and said, "What Naruto said makes sense, but the Raikage will still doubt Kirigakure. The threat to us has been resolved. You completed this mission very well. I plan to promote you to the captain of the Anbu. From now on, you can mobilize some personnel in the Anbu."

Naruto said, "Thank you, Hokage. However, judging from the current situation of Konoha, there is a high possibility that other villages will target us. We may be busy in the future. Then, I will go back first."

After reporting to Tsunade, Naruto returned home to rest as usual, giving his tired body and mind some time to relax. Tsunade promoted Naruto's status in the Anbu and gave him more power, but with it came more troubles. In addition to the mission, the biggest trouble was Danzo.

As the captain of the Anbu, he holds a relatively high position, and has more opportunities to come into contact with Danzo. Danzo has a high status in the Anbu, even higher than the Hokage. Naruto disagrees with many of Danzo's practices. Sometimes, too dark means often bring more unfavorable situations. But Naruto dare not oppose Danzo too much for the time being. Although Danzo will not kill Naruto, Naruto is very afraid of Danzo's Mangekyō Sharingan and Kotoamatsukami, so Naruto basically avoids him.

But there was still no way. Danzo went directly to Naruto to discuss things. As a subordinate, Naruto had no way to refuse. Danzo took Naruto to his private office, a very secluded place. Naruto believed that if he was killed, no one outside would know. However, for a genius like Naruto, as long as he was sincere in doing things for Konoha, and Danzo was also devoted to Konoha, the possibility of him being killed was still not high.

After Danzo brought Naruto in, he didn't turn around, the office door closed automatically, and then came Danzo's unhurried voice: "Uzumaki Naruto, Konoha's genius, has attracted widespread attention in the Chunin Exam. All the tasks so far have been completed excellently, and this trip to the Land of Lightning has fully demonstrated your talents. Naruto, you and I have great aspirations, but many things cannot be done well in the sun. You still lack something. The darkness in you is not enough in the Anbu, which will hinder your future achievements."

Naruto did not move after entering the house, and kept listening to what Danzo said. After Danzo finished speaking, Naruto said: "I am willing to do anything for the village, but everyone's methods will be different. There are some means that don't need to be used all the time. I hope Danzo-senpai can understand."

Danzo said: "Naruto, follow me, this will be more beneficial to your development."

"Senior, I still stick to my original choice," Naruto said.

Danzo turned around, as if nothing had happened, and coughed softly, "So, Naruto, how about we make a deal?"

"What deal?" Naruto said.

Danzo said, "If you do me a favor, I'll give you a Sharingan!" Sharingan, Naruto didn't expect Danzo to use this to make a deal with Naruto. To be honest, this is very attractive. Even if it is only a three-magatama Sharingan, its role is self-evident. Kakashi got the title of copy ninja with just one Sharingan. However, Naruto has other plans, and he can't let others know after transplanting the Sharingan. It is estimated that he can only become a one-eyed dragon like Danzo.

Naruto said to Danzo directly: "It is indeed a very tempting deal, but I don't want to cover one eye with gauze."

Danzo showed a trace of surprise on his calm face, but he recovered immediately and said, "Some people are not interested in this kind of eye technique. What about the cells of the first Hokage? You went with Yamato on this mission, right? I think you should be very clear about the power of Wood Release, but I won't hide it from you. Not everyone can successfully transplant the cells of the first generation, and the application of Wood Release also varies from person to person."

Naruto has always been pursuing power, and the cells of the first generation are of course very attractive to Naruto, but as Danzo said, it is really hard to say whether the transplantation can be successful, but Naruto really wants to give it a try.

"So, what does Danzo-senpai need me to do?" Naruto said.

Danzo said: "It seems that this thing is a little attractive to you. What I need you to do is not so easy, and it is easy to lose your life, otherwise I would not ask you to do it. I want you to sneak into the Land of Earth and kill the current daimyo of the Land of Earth, and you must not reveal your identity."

Hearing what Danzo said, Naruto instantly understood that the Land of Earth must also have bad intentions towards Konoha, and Tsunade hoped to resolve it through peace talks. Moreover, the Land of Earth had no definite actions, so Danzo had no way to take action. Moreover, this mission was definitely not something that ordinary ninjas could accomplish. If a powerful ninja was sent, his identity would likely be guessed, which would be counterproductive. Therefore, it was most appropriate to send a new face like Naruto, and from the last mission, it was seen that Naruto was very good at hiding his identity, so Naruto was the best choice.

Danzo continued, "As a ninja of Konoha, you must also consider the safety of Konoha. If the Daimyo of the Land of Earth is killed, the Land of Earth will surely fall into turmoil for a period of time, and will not have the extra energy to deal with Konoha. I know that you like other solutions just like Tsunade, but this idea is too unrealistic."

Naruto interrupted Danzo and said, "So, when will you transplant the cells of the first generation into me?"

Danzo said: "I will let you transplant the cells of the first generation first. If the transplantation is unsuccessful, you will not be able to go on this mission, because without the cells of the first generation or the Sharingan, you will not be able to complete this mission at all."

Naruto thought to himself, no wonder he was willing to give me such a big benefit, it turned out he was afraid that I would not be able to complete the task. Danzo, this old fox, really put a lot of effort into the safety of Konoha.

But Naruto still said on the surface: "Then let's do as Danzo-senpai said."

(End of this chapter)