13 Ch-13 Reverse Scale.

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"However, I don't think you've learned any healing jutsu," Sakumo remarked.

"I'm not familiar with any healing jutsu, but I can eliminate these bugs within mother's body through burning," Michikatsu explained.

"Burn them?" Sakumo's confusion was evident as he questioned.

"Trust me, Father. What you're about to witness might appear harmful to Mother, but please believe me," Michikatsu reassured.

"If I can't even believe you, then whom can I believe?" Sakumo's retort came.

"Yes, son. Do what is necessary. We believe in you," Kiyomi affirmed.

"Hmm, Mother, you just need to remain calm," Michikatsu advised.

After uttering this, Michikatsu clasped Kiyomi's hand and employed his Blood Demon Art: Combustible Blood. Kiyomi's hand became enveloped in pink flames. From an external perspective, it seemed as though Kiyomi's hand was ablaze, but she experienced no pain. "What kind of flame is this? I don't feel any burning sensation," Kiyomi marveled.

"This is a variation of my flame. It can incinerate anything within the body, be it poison or any type of insect, without harming the human body in the slightest," Michikatsu explained.

"So, you're essentially immune to any kind of poison," Sakumo deduced.

"Yes, although my body is already immune to almost all poisons. However, if there's a poison my body can't handle, I can use this fire," Michikatsu clarified.

Inside Kiyomi's body, the bugs grew agitated, consuming her chakra at an accelerated rate. Kiyomi began to experience pain as a result. Michikatsu noticed this and extended the range of his flames, swiftly burning the bugs inside her body.

Within a few minutes, all the bugs within Kiyomi's body were incinerated. As soon as this process was complete, Kiyomi fell unconscious.

"Is she alright?" Sakumo inquired, his concern evident.

"I'm not a medical expert, so I can't say for certain. Based on what I can see, Mother appears to be fine; she just needs some rest," Michikatsu replied.

"Okay, don't worry. I'll bring Tsunade to check on your mother. She's returning from her mission tonight," Sakumo assured.

"Well, if a skilled medical ninja like Tsunade examines Mother, then there shouldn't be any cause for concern," Michikatsu remarked.

"Hmm, you take care of your mother. I have some things to attend to, alright?" Sakumo said.

"Father, there's something I want to mention. Based on the stories you've shared with me so far, I've come to a conclusion. It seems that Konoha is influenced by four individuals who have been friends since childhood, whether their actions are in the shadows or the light. So, please think carefully before you act for mother," Michikatsu advised.

"Don't worry, son. I know when to exercise restraint," Sakumo said while affectionately ruffling Michikatsu's hair.

After that, Sakumo donned his ninja gear, strapped on his short sword, and left the house.

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Forest outside the Aburame Clan compound.

"Stop! How dare you trespass on the Aburame Clan compound and injure so many of my clan members? Do you really think you can escape?" Aburame Shikuro exclaimed while chasing a man.

The man who was running ahead suddenly halted and turned around. He retorted, "Aburame Shikuro, you once served under me. Did you not even hesitate before attacking my wife?"

"What are you talking about? Why would I harm anyone's wife? And I don't recall working under you. Remove your mask before you speak," Aburame Shikuro demanded.

"Really? Did you not place your nano insects in the chakra pathways of my wife's body?" Sakumo confronted.

Upon hearing this, Aburame Shikuro's expression changed dramatically. "White Fang!?"

Panicking, Aburame Shikuro unleashed all of his nano bugs and directed them towards Sakumo. He knew that if Sakumo got even a slight opportunity, he would be swiftly dealt with.

Anticipating the incoming attacks, Sakumo employed his White Fang blade and executed 'Fang's Ward,' creating a barrier through a series of swift slashes. The nano bugs were unable to penetrate this barrier, and Sakumo seized the chance to counter-attack. He struck repeatedly, causing the bugs to disperse and return to Aburame Shikuro.

Yet, Sakumo was not inclined to show mercy. He pressed on with his assault, utilizing 'Fangstorm Fury.' With a flash of white light emanating from his chakra-infused White Fang Blade, Sakumo seemed to vanish, passing through Aburame Shikuro's body in a blur of white brilliance. In the next moment, Sakumo reappeared behind Aburame Shikuro, smoothly sheathing his sword.

"If you had attempted to assassinate me, I would not have taken your life as a fellow villager. Instead, I would have presented you before the Hokage. However, when it comes to my family, they are my reverse scale, and no one can harm them. Otherwise, they would face the same fate as you," Sakumo declared.

As soon as Sakumo's words resounded, the sliced body of Aburame Shikuro collapsed to the ground.

Sakumo turned away and unleashed the "Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique," engulfing Aburame Shikuro's body in flames. He had two reasons for doing this: firstly, to obliterate the remains of Aburame Shikuro's body, and secondly, to exterminate the nano bugs that inhabited his body. This was to prevent any harm to innocent Anbu or Aburame clan members who might arrive soon. After the body was consumed by flames, Sakumo departed using the 'Body Flicker Technique.'

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