3 Chapter 3: Resumption of work

Having decided to go through the military service. Sasori think for several hours in the most effective way to do it. He could not use puppets because the Empire would be wary of someone who could use such a weapon without having Teigu.

As a result, he decided to use his expertise in poisons. It was known that the Empire frequently used killers, so becoming one of the main suppliers of toxins would allow it to have the necessary contribution to access a Teigu. On the other hand, to give a Teigu to a poison supplier, Sasori had to become a high-ranking officer, otherwise it would be considered wasteful. Moreover, even if the Teigu did not serve him anything, by obtaining it he will be able to reveal his art of the puppets without that it seems suspicious.

One of the advantages of this profession is that it can get as much subject as it wants for its experiences. Whether to test his poisons or to turn them into his puppets.

To make him less suspicious he would ask his father, Simon, if he could have a teacher in this field. At the same time, this world had to contain different plants from his previous world so he could perhaps improve the poison he used before his death. Although he is read many books of herbalism, an apothecary must certainly have a better knowledge than him.

Even though he was not Simon's legitimate son, he treated him decently by providing the proper care and giving him adequate training. Although he was not honest, he was not a monster who tortured for pleasure either. In recent years the nobles of the capital have succumbed more and more to vices. Most of them treated peasants as cattle and tortured them for pleasure or their taxes very heavy. In fact, his father was one of the most decent nobles in the capital. Sasori could use his father the same way he used Grandma Chiyo to get the tools he needed.

The rest of the family saw him as a person who should not be here, Sasori had nothing but contempt for them. He reminded her of those arrogant people of the clans, that believer all allowed, because they had a kekkei genkai. In the end it did not stop them from joining his collection.

At this time of day, his father was working in his office on reports of patrols in his area, Sasori went to the door to tell him about his future.

Sasori: Father, I will have a favor to ask you

Simon was surprised that his son was asking for a favor. Usually it was him who had to go to him to talk to him.

Simon: Come in, you do not have to be so formal.

After entering, Sasori noticed his father in his usual noble attire, sitting behind his desk and a mountain of papers. He was a muscular man with the same color of blood hair as his son.

Sasori: Father, I made an important decision about my future.

Simon looks seriously at his bastard son. He did not doubt his words because he knew he was very intelligent. He knew he spent his days reading books that would teach him in various fields and all his teachers called him a genius. It was a source of pride and concern for him to have such a young child with such capacity. His concern was that Sasori had no interest in socializing with others and that he had never seen anyone so inexpressive. He put that on the premature death of his mother and the fact that he is more intelligent than the children of his age. In addition, he looked so serious that even he did not dare disturb him during his studies. The only trait that made him look like a child was that he hated being made to wait.

Simon: Knowing you, if you tell me about it I guess it's because you need my help.

Sasori: Indeed, I would like to learn the art of potions and I would like you to recommend me to an apothecary master.

Simon was surprised that Sasori wanted to learn such a specific job. Potions makers were not rare. In fact their services were requested throughout the country. But, it required a great concentration to succeed, which is why few people could do it. Since this was the first time his son asked him he decided to grant him. Even if he fails he will always have time to find his true path.

Simon: I agree with your choice. I will recommend you to Master Claudius to take you as a disciple. He is a competent apothecary who should be able to teach you the basics. However, you will have to go to his house to receive his teaching.

Sasori smirked at his answer. At last he would be able to begin his plans.

Sasori: Thank you, father.

Simon was so surprised to see Sasori's little smile that he did not know what to say before he left the room.