Naruto: Pay-to-Win Ninja System

At this moment, after hearing such "important intelligence" from Itachi, Danzo was truly shocked:

"Actually, someone wants to defect!"

"And that [traitors' village] dares to send people for assistance?!!"

"Is the information accurate?"

Itachi nodded, confirming the report.

Seeing this, Danzo inhaled sharply, his left hand tightening on the armrest of his wheelchair. Excitement surged through him like wildfire.

This was a golden opportunity!

No matter who [Homura Hidden Village] sends for the rescue mission, he could take advantage and set up an ambush—wiping them all out in one go!

If that brat Shimoku himself dared to walk straight into his trap,

So much the better!

He could tear him limb from limb and finally vent his long-standing hatred!

As for the authenticity of this intelligence, Danzo had little doubt—not because he lacked suspicion, but because the one reporting it was none other than Itachi himself!

After all, who would ever suspect a subordinate who proactively reported his own clan, and decisively decided to raise his blade against his family?

Besides, Itachi's parents, along with the younger brother he cherished most, were still within Konoha—still under Danzo's control.

Therefore, there was no way Itachi could betray the Hidden Leaf!

"Itachi, what are your plans?"

"It's entirely up to Lord Danzo's decision."

Itachi lowered his head respectfully, responding politely. From his tone alone, there was absolutely no way to tell his true thoughts.

Danzo wasn't too concerned about it either. After all, the immediate priority now was how to determine the ambush location, how many personnel to dispatch, and exactly how to set up the trap...

"No matter how many people the [traitors' village] sends! This time, they won't leave alive!"

Danzo clenched his left fist tightly, silently vowing deep in his heart.

Moreover, he could use this opportunity to seize a few more Sharingan and further strengthen his collection!

However, still haunted by the previous life-threatening danger, Danzo had learned his lesson this time. Already preparing—if victory was not certain during the ambush—he would never appear in person again!

...

Time passed gradually.

On the surface, Konoha remained peaceful—but beneath it all, a storm was brewing.

A massive number of Anbu and Root ninjas were being secretly recalled, quietly deployed, and prepared for action.

Of course, Sarutobi quickly noticed the unusual activity within the Anbu ranks. But having just had a huge argument with Danzo recently, he simply assumed this was just Danzo's way of sulking after their argument.

Especially since Root had also just submitted an official document titled "Emergency Training Drill Proposal." Plus, nothing particularly unusual had happened around the village lately.

So Sarutobi temporarily chose to ignore it.

...

Soon, twilight faded away as night fell upon the land.

At this moment, outside the [Hidden Leaf Village], two figures were quietly lurking in hiding.

Naturally, these two were none other than Shimoku and Nonou, who had arrived here after a long journey.

Leaning against a large tree, Nonou wore tight leather clothing that accentuated her graceful curves.

The sight sent a rush of blood to Shimoku's head, bringing back memories of pole dancing from his past life.

Sigh…

Once we get back, I gotta push for this idea!

"Lord Shimoku? Lord Shimoku?..."

"Oh? Oh!"

Nonou's voice snapped Shimoku out of his pleasant daydream.

"What are we waiting for?"

"For an opportunity..."

"Huh?"

Shimoku slightly tilted his head, gazing at the sky over Konoha.

He continued, "Back during the Great Ninja World War, Konoha established a Sensor Division led by the Yamanaka Clan."

"This division creates a large spherical barrier above and beneath the village, enabling it to detect the chakra of any ninja entering or leaving. It also has some defensive capabilities."

"Besides ordinary villagers and ninja with cleared identities, only those who possess the cipher can pass through freely."

"Otherwise, anyone attempting to break through or sneak in will be detected instantly."

"Though such a barrier is no obstacle to me."

"But if discovered, the entire Konoha would go on high alert. At that point, rescuing all the children from the orphanage would become much harder."

"You know Root's ruthless methods. We must be wary they'll do something drastic and harm the children!"

"Also, after my last defection attempt, Konoha definitely updated the barrier ciphers. The ones I used are now obsolete..."

Upon hearing that, Nonou couldn't help but startle.

As a former Root ninja, she naturally knew passing through the barrier required a cipher.

But beyond that, even Root members weren't allowed access to additional information.

She hadn't expected this young kid, Shimoku, actually knew far more than her!

"So what now?"

"We wait!"

"Huh?"

"I've already made arrangements. Just a little longer."

"Fine."

Nonou gave a small nod, deciding to place her trust in him.

...

Half an hour crawled by.

Finally, distant rustling sounds came from afar.

Several dark figures entered their line of sight.

"That's... Uchiha clan members?!?"

Nonou secretly felt shocked.

After all, within the Uchiha Clan, aside from those few sent on missions or who had joined Anbu,

other clan members were strictly forbidden from knowing the barrier ciphers.

Trying to use stolen codes or force their way out

would instantly draw detection from the Sensor Division, labeling them as rogue ninjas!

Previously,

when over 400 of her clansmen attempted to flee Konoha, they were exposed almost immediately.

If the clash between Shimoku and Fugaku hadn't drawn most of Konoha's forces away,

the Sensor Division would've summoned numerous ANBU units to intercept and eliminate them right away.

Therefore,

Nonou was quite curious why several Uchiha ninja were now frantically fleeing like this.

"Stay calm. Don't expose yourselves!"

Shimoku whispered cautiously.

Soon, both silently watched as those Uchiha clan members escaped into the distance.

Yet Shimoku still held his ground, making no move.

Just like that, not even dozens of seconds had passed.

"Swish, swish, swish—"

Dozens of sharp whistling sounds followed in quick succession, swiftly moving in the direction several rogue Uchiha ninja had fled, quietly giving chase.

All these Konoha ninjas wore masks.

Without a doubt, they were members of the Anbu Black Ops.

At this moment, they were preparing to track down the rogue Uchiha ninja, hoping to locate their 'meeting point.'

"The timing should be about right," Shimoku murmured softly, a slight smirk tugging at his lips.

The next moment. 

He suddenly vanished from the spot.

Several seconds later. 

Shimoku reappeared beside Nonou.

However. 

Now he had an Anbu ninja in his grip, his hand clamped tightly around the man's throat.

Clearly, Shimoku had acted decisively, capturing the last remaining trailing Anbu ninja.

Truth be told, it was totally absurd—a ten-year-old kid holding down a full-grown ninja who couldn't even fight back.

Right now, though, time was pressing; no room to dwell on absurdity.

The next moment. 

Relying on the powerful ocular might of the Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan, 

Shimoku effortlessly placed the captured Anbu under Genjutsu control.

And from him, extracted the latest barrier cipher.

Seeing this, Nonou finally understood. 

So this was Master Shimoku's plan! This was the opportunity he'd been waiting for!

With this new code in hand, 

Breaking through the barrier and entering Konoha wouldn't trigger a single alarm. 

They could surely rescue the children from the [Orphanage] quickly!

"Good, we have the code." 

"Move out!" 

"B-but, Master Shimoku, what about your clansmen just now…?" 

"No need to worry, I've made arrangements. Let's save the kids at the [Orphanage] first!" 

"Understood!" 

Nonou felt a warmth in her heart, quickly agreeing.

In an instant, 

The two rushed ahead, using the darkness and the code to breach Konoha's barrier. 

And stormed straight into the [Hidden Leaf Village].

...

(Even during the New Year holidays when even the donkey from the production team gets a break, 

The author is still diligently working hard. ;′⌒`)

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