Chapter 116

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"I am the ultimate ninja tool! I was meant to conquer the ninja world... I am the ultimate ninja tool! I was meant to conquer the ninja world..."

Seimei's resentful voice echoed alongside the sound of iron forging, endlessly repeating within the ninja tool shop.

Kujaku, already used to this, ignored the once highly respected master and instead respectfully apologized to Sasuke, explaining that Seimei had some mental issues and asked for Sasuke's understanding.

Once the admiration for Seimei was broken, it was hard to restore.

The Four Celestial Symbols Men had naively believed that Seimei, after being resurrected, would sweep away all obstacles and conquer the ninja world.

It wasn't until they saw how powerless Seimei was before Gensou that they realized how childish their thoughts were, and their reverence for their master plummeted.

Now, as captives in Jomae Village, unlike Seimei who still couldn't adapt, Kujaku and the other three had quickly submitted.

Creating ninja tools wasn't a big deal for them.

In the Craftsmen Village, they were already doing this job.

Compared to the Craftsmen Village, where they faced constant pressure from the Five Great Ninja Villages to complete quotas and were often threatened with low profits, their life in Jomae was more relaxed.

They didn't have to work overtime and even had weekly breaks.

As for wages? They were captives; it wasn't worth discussing.

Surviving was good enough.

Kujaku and the other two had the right mindset and harbored no thoughts of rebellion against Gensou, who had left a deep impression on them. Naturally, they were also very respectful towards Gensou's disciple.

Upon receiving the task to forge a ninja sword for Sasuke, Kujaku and the others, along with Seimei who just mouthed off but still worked diligently, crafted a high-quality ninja tool.

At this moment, Kujaku was receiving Sasuke, while Suiko carried a large ninja tool box from the backyard.

"Sasuke-sama, the ninja sword is finished. Please accept it." Suiko handed the box to Sasuke.

Sasuke took it with one hand, opened the box, and saw a straight, long ninja sword.

"This ninja sword is modeled after the most popular Kusanagi sword in the ninja world. With Seimei's superior forging techniques, its quality surpasses the original Kusanagi sword. Additionally, due to the inclusion of thunderstone, it can channel lightning power like the Raijin Sword," Kujaku explained.

For once, Seimei didn't repeat his "ambitions." After listening to Kujaku's explanation, he snorted coldly and arrogantly said:

"What Kusanagi sword, what Raijin Sword, just some mediocre creations. They are worthless in my eyes."

While Seimei's strength didn't match his big talk, in terms of ninja tool crafting, he was indeed unparalleled in the current ninja world.

Sasuke acknowledged this.

Drawing the sword, he felt a cold, sharp aura emanating from it, making his eyes light up. Injecting lightning chakra, he watched the lightning dance around the blade, feeling no resistance, and the power was even greater than the Raijin Sword he had previously fought with.

Sasuke nodded in satisfaction.

Having mastered many techniques in the Chidori stream system, he needed a sword compatible with lightning release to enhance his skills.

"The sword is excellent. Thank you for your efforts."

Sasuke politely thanked them and left the shop amidst Kujaku and Suiko's send-off and Seimei's repetitive "I am the ultimate ninja tool! I was meant to conquer the ninja world..."

Next to the ninja tool shop was a newly opened medical clinic.

As Sasuke passed by, he saw the clinic's owner, a man named Shinno, enthusiastically sharing his medical knowledge with the recently returned Kabuto.

"Haha! What have I learned in these fifty years? It's knowing the times! You must know the times!"

"Don't worry, Kabuto! You've made significant contributions to Hagoromo-sama. I, who also regard Hagoromo-sama as a deity, will impart all my medical ninjutsu knowledge to you!"

Hearing this conversation, Sasuke didn't linger and continued towards the training ground.

Now that he had the sword, it was time to get familiar with it.

Tap. Tap. Tap. Unconcealed light footsteps stopped in front of a three-story building with a modernist appearance, different from other wooden structures.

"Clan leader, the latest ninja world intelligence has been collected."

The owner of the footsteps, a woman named Hanare, slightly bowed and reported.

In the next second, the seal on the door dissipated, and the door opened automatically.

Hanare walked in, familiar with the place, heading towards the experiment area.

Unlike many people's impression of an underground, cold, dark, and creepy experimental base, Gensou's lab was built in the sunlight. Both its exterior and interior were clean and tidy, with a futuristic decor that made it feel like stepping into a sci-fi setting.

Anyone who saw it wouldn't think this was a fearsome experimental base filled with horror stories. Instead, they'd be pleased to work in such an environment.

Gensou believed that a good work environment could stimulate innovation.

He wasn't impressed by the Root base he once visited.

Even Konoha's research buildings lacked aesthetic appeal.

Previously in Konoha, with no other options, he had to make do.

Now, back in his own territory, Gensou naturally built a research base to his liking.

As for whether having it above ground made it too exposed, Jomae Village was self-contained and banned outsiders from visiting.

Even if someone infiltrated and broke through the outer seals, it wouldn't matter whether the base was above ground or underground.

"Clan leader."

Hanare entered the experiment area, her eyes sweeping over a row of large equipment she still didn't fully understand and the several white Zetsu soaking in nutrient tanks.

Noticing one less white Zetsu than last time, Hanare approached Gensou, who was researching at a computer, and handed over the intelligence scroll, saying:

"Clan leader, this is the summary of the month's ninja world intelligence."

"I see."

Gensou moved his gaze from the screen, turned his chair, took the intelligence scroll from Hanare, and began reading.

(End of Chapter)