Deeply Hidden Force

Seated in the lit lounge of his hidden base, Shino leaned back on the comfortable couch, his eyes closed as he sorted through his thoughts, digesting the wonderful benefits of the special tutoring service he is experiencing, a service that brought a new level of excitement and growth to his learning.

The subtle sounds of conversation and the soft rustling of movement filled the air, creating a soothing ambiance.

Sitting beside him, Karina leaned against Shino, resting her head gently against him as her finger drew circles on his chest. Her playful eyes swept over the room, observing a new employee hard at work, her teasing tone breaking the silence.

"Shino-sama, your heart is beating so fast. It seems you have forgotten about the old after getting the new," Karina teased, a mischievous smile playing on her lips.

Hearing her words, Shino opened his eyes, a sly smile forming on his face. He wrapped his arm around Karina's waist, his other hand reaching out to pat her head affectionately as he soothed the playful jealousy within her. "Karina, you know I will never forget you. You know you hold a special position in my heart, and your skills are obviously incomparable."

With a sly smile, Karina responded, her eyes locking provocatively with the new employee's dull gaze. "True, the next generation of queens certainly lacks the skills I possess. Her abilities to mold biomass are reduced, preventing her from generating biomass outfits and objects. Not only that, her physical form can't be optimized to the ideal state, and it is permanently bound to her current age. Needless to say, she also lacks many of the other special unique skills I have... Indeed, she pales in many aspects."

As a playful curve hung on her lips, Karina's voice carried a charming allure as she continued, "But, my dear, it seems someone else isn't happy with your words and our evaluation."

Hearing her undertone, Shino followed Karina's gaze and fixed his attention on Kurenai, her plump soft lips enticing him in a skillful display of her genjutsu, yet her red eyes stared at him with tears streaming down her face. The traces of her reluctance and sorrow were evident, stirring a deep fury within Shino's heart.

Shino spoke with a hint of anger in his voice, "Oh? Am I truly that unbearable? Or are you still thinking of him even now? It seems I have been too lenient."

Gently pushing Karina to the side, Shino rose from the couch, his hands firmly grasping his teaching materials. With determined movements, he delved into the unknown depths of his studies, his mind focused and his actions rough, digging for more knowledge.

Karina leaned back on the couch, a smile of satisfaction on her face as she observed the scene unfold. However, after a while, she noticed the tear-streaked face and widened red eyes of Kurenai. A flicker of sympathy replaced her amusement, and she couldn't help but interject. "Shino, perhaps you should show a bit more gentleness. After all, it's her first memory."

Shino's movements didn't pause as he glanced over, a mischievous grin adorning his face. "I'm no good guy. If anything, I am a scum. When I'm unhappy, I naturally won't care about others' feelings, unless it's you, Karina."

Struck by Shino's sweet words, Karina's sympathy faded, and a blush crept onto her cheeks. She called out in a coquettish voice as she stood up, "My dear, how can you say such things, especially when doing this? It's unfair. But... I like it."

With arms wrapped around Shino's neck, Karina's lips closed in on his, initiating a passionate and deep kiss. Their tongues danced and intertwined in perfect harmony, the beats in the background serving as the sensual melody to their intimate dance.

The dance seemed to transcend time, and its duration remained a mystery.

But eventually, Shino felt the crescendo of their dance approaching, the music reaching its peak in tension. His hands and hips ceased their movements, freezing in the final pose of their passionate duet.

As the accompanying music abruptly ended, the tension left him, leaving behind a sense of fulfillment.

Their lips parted, and Karina's gasps filled the air, her eyes moist as she leaned against Shino's shoulder. Her gaze strayed downward, her cheeks flushed.

Following her gaze, Shino's eyes narrowed with pleasure as he released his hands. The dance was over, and there was no longer a need for a pose.

Soon, the sounds echoing in the room reminded him of the original character of Shino, the friendly yet unnoticeable character who had not been replaced by a scummy transmigrator. The original Shino was a gag character, and now his teacher had become one, too.

Sitting back down on the couch, Shino leaned back, observing Karina's playful smile as she gracefully lowered her body. Her amorous eyes locked with his gaze, and her hands moved downwards gracefully to raise the imaginary dress, her head bowing to complete her curtsy - the perfect ending to their dance.

Unsurprisingly, Karina's head stay lowered... bobbing up and down as she continued her unique but rather lengthy curtsy.

Shino couldn't help but curse under his breath, "Damn. You're insane, Karina."

[Not more insane than my dear. If there was an audience, they would probably curse my dear out, probably say something like they would drop the novel or something because there is not enough real 'action'. But it doesn't matter, because Karina will be here regardless. After all, as long as it's for my dear, Karina is willing to be insane with you.]

Rolling his eyes, Shino glanced at Kurenai, whose face was still dazed, traces of tears mixed with sweat drenching her face. It was the aftermath from falling prey to the intricate counter-genjutsu that Shino had employed, a certificate of Shino's exemplary learning progress.

Shaking his head, Shino momentarily cleared his dark thoughts. He decided to let Kurenai rest for a while before continuing their lesson.

With his hands spreading out to rest on the couch, Shino Aburame's glasses glinted in the dimly lit room as he pulled up his mind map and a couple of surveillance videos. His eyes swept over the screens, silently adding more prompts to his intricate mental web.

At the same time, he found solace in the fact that Karina, his lovely companion, seemed to be an extension of himself. She effortlessly took the prompts he had entered and began developing a detailed plan, her mind seamlessly merging with his.

Time passed, their workflow impeccable as they worked in perfect synchrony.

Meanwhile, a beauty, using her scattered bandages, silently cleaned herself nearby before gradually rising from the ground. She clasped her red mesh blouse against her chest, ready to leave. However, just as she turned around, Shino's cold voice echoed in the room, freezing her in place.

"Where are you going?" Shino's tone held an edge of curiosity and authority, demanding an explanation.

Kurenai, who had been preparing to depart, stood frozen, her face paling slightly. Karina, raising her head with a playful smile, declared confidently, "Shino, it's ready."

Shino's eyes held a deep intensity as he gently rubbed Karina's head, offering his praise. She returned his gesture with a smile and rose to sit by his side on the couch. Her gaze then fixed on Kurenai. "It's time for the flowering part of the genjutsu lesson."

Kurenai's body trembled, her fist clenched in a struggle visible to all. After a long silence, eventually, she succumbed to the inevitability of the situation and turned around, her captivating red eyes fixated on the ground.

"Kurenai-sensei, please show me the long-awaited genjutsu pose you use to attract Asuma Jonin. I need more data to optimize our plan to save him later..." Shino's voice was steady, his request filled with determination.

Biting her lip, Kurenai's body trembled slightly as she released her grasp on the clothes in her hand. They fell to the ground, forgotten. Slowly, she lowered herself to the ground, assuming the position that would unleash her special genjutsu, a technique known to be particularly effective against men.

In a mix of embarrassment and determination, she turned her head to the side, her fingers forming the intricate bird seal.

Observing the scene, Shino's grin widened as he stood up, striding confidently towards Kurenai. "I don't recall the bird seal being used in genjutsu. It seems I still have much to learn, Kurenai-sensei."

With a reckless abandon, Shino joined his teacher in learning about her treacherous realm of genjutsu, his careless entry causing a groan, a mixture of pain and pleasure escaping his lips as he succumbed to the alluring danger of the forbidden illusion. "Mmm. The trap of a mature master in illusions is really different."

As Shino immersed himself in the depths of genjutsu alongside Kurenai, a question lingered in his mind, prompting him to turn to Karina for an update on their arrangements in the capital.

"Karina, how are our arrangements in the capital progressing?" Shino's voice held a sense of urgency, his mind focused on the grand scheme they had set in motion.

Karina's response came swiftly, her tone assured. "Everything is going according to plan. Our research has yielded initial success, and a secret group has already taken root. Some influential nobles have joined us, enticed by the promise of newfound power and immortality."

Nodding in satisfaction, Shino's excitement grew as he discovered an intriguing genjutsu spot that elicited a suppressed response, his pace quickening.

His voice carried an undertone of fascination as he continued, "It's fascinating to think that despite the formidable researchers in this ninja world, such as Tobirama and Orochimaru, none have ventured down this path to change the circumstances. It becomes clear that ninjas truly disregard the plight of ordinary people. Many of these people possess the drive, effort, and potential, but lack the opportunities. And now, we are simply providing them with one."

However, Karina's hesitant tone hinted at her concerns. "But Shino, is it truly wise to bestow such power upon nobles and ordinary civilians? There is no precedent for this in the ninja world. It may lead to unforeseen problems and disrupt the delicate balance of society."

Shino chuckled, his confidence unwavering. "So what if it does? Who cares if they employ their newfound power for personal gain or to challenge the established order of the ninja world? So what if there is chaos? Only when there is chaos would it be conductive to our growth. Besides, no matter how dire the situation becomes, the final control remains firmly in our hands."

Karina's fingers danced over her personal database, meticulously recording the intricate details of the genjutsu lesson imparted by Kurenai. She shared Shino's perspective, her reply laced with agreement. "Ha… Indeed, we have installed safeguards. The implanted zerg can be deactivated at any moment, and the dormant implantation within their minds can obliterate their sanity in an instant should they betray us."

Shino's grin widened, a touch of mischief in his eyes. "Yes, and unless they willingly relinquish their newfound power, they will forever be under our control."

With a mirthful smile, Shino's gaze locked onto the captivating beauty before him, sensing her inability to suppress the urge to unleash her newly acquired singing genjutsu. "Am I right? After all, once one has tasted power, who would willingly return to a life of mediocrity?"

Shino, a ninja with newfound abilities, would never willingly relinquish his power. The same applied to his fellow ninjas, and certainly to the powerless denizens of this ruthless ninja world.