Chapter 155 Convergence
Chapter 155 Convergence
Nishikawa Tetsu contacted Minato and Yahiko through a summoning beast. After learning the location of their temporary base, Nishikawa Tetsu's team rushed over there without stopping.
When he stepped through the base gate with Kai, Kurenai, and Shisui, he was greeted by a warm embrace from Minato Namikaze and Yahiko.
"Che, you've finally arrived."
Minato patted Nishikawa Tetsu on the shoulder, his azure eyes filled with relief. In these extraordinary times, seeing his dearest friend safe and sound was more important than anything else.
"Was the journey smooth?" Yahiko asked with concern.
"It's alright, just encountered a small problem."
"We encountered a small team from Iwagakure on the way."
"Iwagakure?"
Minato and Yahiko exchanged a glance, their expressions turning serious.
"It seems our intelligence was correct. Onoki is indeed up to no good and has already extended his reach into the heart of the Land of Rain," Minato said in a deep voice.
"Yes, a Jonin will lead the team, along with two Chunin."
Nishikawa Tetsu found a seat, picked up a bottle of water, and unscrewed it.
"But we've already taken care of it, and we also gave these little guys a practical lesson in the process."
He pointed to Kai, who was looking excited, Hong, whose face was still a little pale, and Shisui, who was silently wiping his short sword.
"That's good."
Yahiko breathed a sigh of relief and then said, "Konan and Nagato went to a nearby outpost. We'll have a good get-together when they get back."
Nishikawa Tetsu nodded and asked, "How have things been here lately?"
"It's the same old story: continue with infrastructure development, and we still have to guard against those who want to take advantage of the situation."
Yahiko gave a wry smile and pointed to the map on the wall.
"Since Iwagakure gathered in the north, our trade routes have been greatly affected. Moreover, recently, unidentified ninjas have been frequently seen wandering around the area, making everyone very nervous."
"Unidentified ninjas?" Nishikawa Tetsu narrowed his eyes. "Most likely, they are spies from other major powers."
"Whoever dares to cause trouble, we'll send them packing!"
Yahiko clenched his fist, a fierce glint flashing in his eyes.
"Alright, let's not talk about these heavy topics anymore."
Minato interrupted the two with a smile, pointing to a group of children playing on the other side of the hall.
"It's rare for us to get together, so let's all relax for a bit."
Following the gaze of the water gate.
Kai was striking his signature exaggerated pose, yelling at Kakashi in the corner.
"Kakashi! My nemesis!"
A passionate roar shook the ears.
As soon as Might Guy put down the heavy backpack, his eyes lit up as he locked onto the silver-haired boy in the corner who was wiping his short sword with a cloth.
"Meeting in such a foreign land, filled with the smoke of battle and passion, must be a guide for youth!"
Kai struck an exaggerated starting pose, revealing a set of gleaming white teeth.
"Come on! Let's celebrate this reunion with a thrilling showdown!"
Kakashi rolled his dead fish eyes, without even raising his head.
"I'm so tired, I don't want to move."
"Don't be so cold!" Kai persisted. "I've been specially trained by Captain Nishikawa now."
"Oh?"
Kakashi sheathed his short sword, seemingly intrigued.
Minato laughed and said, "Go, Kakashi."
"Since the teacher has said so..."
Kakashi sighed and stood up.
The two walked to an open space.
"Before that, I want to be freed from these constraints!"
Kai shouted and pressed the switch on the gravity adjustment rings on his wrist and knee pads.
"Buzz—"
As the gravity spell dissipated, Kai felt as light as if he were about to fly.
"Leaf Whirlwind!"
The next second, a green afterimage instantly traversed several meters.
"So fast!"
Kakashi's pupils contracted slightly, and he instantly activated the Substitution Jutsu.
"Bang!"
The future Sixth Hokage and the future brute who almost ended the series with a single kick engage in a spectacular duel at the Akatsuki's temporary base.
……
Meanwhile, in the other corner.
Obito Uchiha was hiding behind a pillar, peeking out at the black-haired boy who was sitting quietly next to Tetsu Nishikawa.
Uchiha Shisui.
Both being members of the Uchiha clan, Shisui's name was renowned within the clan, unlike Obito, the infamous "underachiever"—a Chunin at the young age of ten, a genius who awakened the two-tomoe Sharingan.
Obito touched his still-unresponsive eyes, feeling a pang of sadness mixed with curiosity.
He hesitated for a long time before finally mustering up the courage to walk over with two bottles of cola.
"Um... hey!"
Obito awkwardly handed over a bottle of cola.
"Here, have some."
Shisui paused for a moment, looked up, saw it was Obito, immediately stood up, and bowed slightly in a very polite manner.
"Thanks."
"Ahem, you're welcome."
Obito sat down next to him, glancing at Shisui out of the corner of his eye. After hesitating for a long time, he finally couldn't help but ask:
"Um... I was just asking..."
Obito pointed to his eyes, his voice extremely low.
"How do I awaken the Sharingan? I've used so many eye drops and do eye exercises every day, but there's still no effect!"
Shisui looked at Obito's conflicted expression but did not laugh at him.
"Opening your eyes is not done with medication."
He said earnestly, "The elders in the clan often say that the Uchiha's power stems from the pain of losing love, but in my opinion..."
Shisui paused, his dark eyes fixed on Kakashi and the others in the distance.
"Perhaps, a strong desire to protect something can also be the key to unlocking the Sharingan."
"To protect...?"
Obito was stunned.
He subconsciously glanced at Lin, who was not far away.
"Is it not because of hatred, but because of love?" Obito murmured to himself.
"Yes." Shisui nodded. "If you don't mind, I can check your chakra flow."
"R-really?"
Obito's eyes lit up, and his previous awkwardness vanished.
"Then I'll leave it to you!"
Two Uchiha boys huddled together, whispering and exchanging their insights on the Sharingan, even though one of them hadn't awakened it yet.
……
Beside the pile of supplies on the other side.
Kurenai Yuhi was holding a silver-gray short gun—the "electromagnetic pistol" that Nishikawa Tetsu had equipped the medical ninjas with—and seemed somewhat at a loss.
"Is it really just a matter of pressing it?" Hong asked nervously.
"Don't be nervous, Hong."
Nohara Rin sat next to her, holding the same gun in her hand, skillfully disassembling and assembling it.
"I took this course specifically when I was taking the medical ninja certification exam."
Lin smiled and gave instructions:
"Look, there's a sensor area here on the grip. When you place your palm on it, even a tiny amount of chakra can activate the battery."
"And here's the safety switch," Lin pointed to a switch on the side of the gun. "It needs to be locked normally to prevent accidental discharge."
"When aiming, don't stare at the crosshair with your eyes; use your sense of touch."
Lin raised the gun with a standard and efficient posture, her eyes instantly becoming sharp.
"Medical ninjas are priority targets on the battlefield, so our counterattacks must be swift and precise. As Tsunade-sama said, this gun is our extended scalpel, used to remove the malignant tumors that threaten our safety."
Wow... Lin, you're amazing!
Hong looked at Lin with envy.
"We're about the same age, yet you're already so professional."
"Because I'm the medical ninja of Team 7."
Rin lowered her gun, looked at Kakashi and Obito not far away, and smiled gently: "I want to protect everyone. I need to know how to heal injuries and protect myself. I can't become a burden to Obito and Kakashi."
"Come on, Hong, you try it. Keep your wrist steady."
"Okay!" Hong nodded and raised her gun, just like Lin did.
……
Konan and Nagato returned to the railing on the second floor.
Nishikawa Tetsu, Namikaze Minato, Yahiko, Konan, and Nagato stood side by side, looking down at the group of energetic young men and women.
Kai is still bothering Kakashi, Obito is having Shisui look at his eyes, and Rin is teaching Kurenai shooting techniques.
"That's great."
Nishikawa Tetsu took a sip of water and sighed.
"If there were no war, they should be going to school in the village, eating snacks and playing after school, instead of studying how to become stronger here."
"yes."
Minato nodded, his gaze drifting outside the base, a complex expression flashing in his eyes.
"But it is precisely because of the war that they have had to grow up quickly. Looking at them, I always feel that we are getting old too."
"What are you talking about? We're only teenagers, okay?" Yahiko laughed and punched Minato.
"However, seeing so many outstanding new generations in Konoha is very encouraging."
Nagato stood in the shadows, her red hair obscuring her eyes, but a smile played on her lips.
"We will also work hard and will not lose to Konoha."
Looking down at the scene below, Xiao Nan said softly, "I hope that after this war is over, we can all get together and chat like we are today."
"It definitely will." Nishikawa Tetsu nodded vigorously.
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