Konoha: Naruto Taught By Aizen

Soul, what a mysterious and elusive word it is.

When Orochimaru was still in Konoha, Aburame Neri was ordered to be Orochimaru's assistant.

That period was also her happiest time.

What she was exposed to was pure, unpurposeful research.

It was also during that time that she first learned about the soul with Orochimaru.

Unfortunately, the soul is too mysterious.

"I'm not qualified to study the soul right now." Aburame Neri's tone was rather regretful.

Whether it is laboratory equipment, materials, or resources, they are far from being qualified to study the soul.

Aburame Neri's talent in research is definitely not inferior to Orochimaru, but the entrustment and limitations of the roots have greatly affected her growth.

"There will be opportunities in the future." Naruto glanced meaningfully at Aburame Neri and left a thought-provoking sentence.

During this time, he saw Aburame's passion for research.

This is also a stepping stone for her to join her own camp in the future.

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In the days that followed, Tsunade, who had just taken over, was overwhelmed by Hokage's affairs.

Jiraiya lingered in the bathhouse after a few days.

Returning to the village, Sasuke threw himself into training again.

Jiraiya, who has nothing to do, occasionally guides her.

Naruto has really rested for the past few days, and even his training has slowed down temporarily.

Only in the past few days, when he had just received a commission from the Kingdom of Ghosts, and the commissioned information was not hot, a piece of bad news appeared.

Rock Lee's parents died in an emergency while out of the village on a mission, and the remains have now been transported back to the village.

The incident happened so suddenly that everyone was caught off guard.

After receiving the news, Naruto's first reaction was not sadness, but suspicion.

Perhaps because of his habit of hiding himself for many years, he became suspicious and suspicious.

"Rock Lee's parents are both Genin and rarely perform out-of-village missions, let alone dangerous out-of-village missions."

"How could there be an accident in such a coincidental entrustment, and I heard that all the accompanying companions survived, and only the two of them received the lunch."

"There are too many coincidences that make people doubt it."

"If their deaths weren't accidental, who would want to kill them? Could it be... Danzo?"

The first suspect that popped into Naruto's mind was Danzo.

Because Danzo is ruthless, he also has a 'cleanliness' in employing people.

Most of the ninja giants who join the root are ninjas with no parents and no worries.

Therefore, the addition of Rock Lee is a precedent.

Judging by Danzo's urination, he wants to make Rock Lee Naruto's most loyal subordinate.

But for the roots, ninjas with family support have huge weaknesses.

If Rock Lee's family is coerced in the future, will he reveal the information about the roots?

One more emotional concern means one more weakness.

Judging from Danzo's cautious personality, such an accident would never be tolerated.

So it seems excusable to use the commission to make Rock Lee "clean".

This will allow Rock Lee to be completely loyal to Naruto.

Become Naruto's most useful subordinate, right?

It seems.

Danzo is quite heart-warming and thinks a lot for Naruto.

Whether or not this guess is correct, it means that Naruto needs to be more vigilant.

Danzo is definitely not a fuel-efficient lamp to be able to do such maddening things to fellow villagers.

Once Danzo discovers his true inner thoughts, it will be a huge trouble to face himself.

Naruto's eyes sank. Came to the cemetery, Rock Lee knelt before the grave, weeping.

Friends are standing behind.

Everyday, Neji, Sasuke, little Sakura, and even the Hinata team who just finished their mission are there. "Naruto, you're here." Seeing Naruto, Sasuke breathed a sigh of relief: "It's over to you." He patted Naruto on the shoulder.

"We've been comforting him for a long time, but it's useless, boy, just use your youth to set him on fire." Guy grabbed Naruto's arm sobbing with tears on his face.

There were sad expressions on everyone's faces.

This scene made everyone a little sighed.

The ninja world is too cruel.

Tragedy came too suddenly.

Even less than a year after becoming a ninja, I have seen the cruelty and blood of the ninja world.

Everyone's hands were already covered in blood.

Witnessed the separation of life and death.

Ninjas have never been playful.

will die.

It also got them thinking.

How heartbroken the family would be if they died on the mission.

"I'll leave it to you, Rock Lee." Guy was the most emotional of them all.

In the past, he had also brought disciples.

But the final fate of these disciples is either to die or to give up being a ninja.

When seeing someone close to them die on a mission, when they see the cruelty and reality of commissioning, many people will back down. ..

Guy is worried that Rock Lee will be devastated and give up being a ninja.

After everyone left, Naruto came to Rock Lee's side.

This scene always feels a little familiar.

Rock Lee, who had low self-esteem at the beginning, was also in a downturn.

It's just that at the beginning, he was sad because of his lack of strength.

Now he is grieving the loss of his family.

"The world of ninjas is cruel." Naruto whispered.

"The moment you become a ninja, life is out of your control."

"I won't say more, you have to be strong, didn't you say follow me?" Naruto's tone was still gentle.

Nothing moved in his heart.

Because from the beginning, he has embarked on a path that is more ruthless and cruel than a ninja.

This is the awareness he has.

"It is sad to pass away, but you have to remember that you are a ninja. Ninjas will not immerse themselves in the past. Teacher Danzo has not sent me a new commission to go to the land of ghosts. That commission may come into contact with The Pure Land is a very dangerous mission. But I am ready, and if you are not ready, I will go ahead with Aburame Neri tomorrow."

The breeze blew, blowing the leaves on the ground.

Rock Lee stared blankly at the fallen leaves that were blown up by the wind and wandered like duckweed.

From today onwards, he is like a fallen leaf, without support.

Hearing Naruto's words, his empty eyes gradually gleamed.

Yes, he said it himself.

To follow Naruto.

But now I am sinking into the pain of losing my family, like a dog.

He raised his head and looked at Naruto.

Naruto's smile was gentle under the sun.

Those who don't know may think that the Naruto family is harmonious and happy.

But Rock Lee knew.

Naruto had a miserable background and suffered from malice from birth.

He was the first to know Naruto and watched Naruto get recognized with a smile along the way.

His heart was deeply touched, and he stood up and wiped his tears.

"Laughing at you, Naruto. From now on, I am a ninja of the roots, a sage. Your most reliable and loyal follower!"

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