The Adventurous Gamer Ninja - Daichi Hekima [Vol. 02]

Chapter 356 - 'Dragon' Makes a Move

Land of Earth: A few hours ago.

Daichi's shadow clone moved silently through the desolate terrain of the Land of Earth. The vast rocky landscape provided ample cover for the Leaf ninja.

Clad in a dark green cloak and a dragon mask, he adopted the persona of 'Monkey D. Dragon.' The disguise was essential; anonymity was his greatest ally here.

'The wind is fierce today.' he thought, feeling the small rocks carried by the infamous "Rock Rain" pelting against his cloak. 'Perfect for masking my movements.'

He advanced cautiously, his senses heightened. Ahead, he spotted a patrolling Hidden Stone shinobi, moving alone along a narrow path. Assessing the situation, he decided to proceed.

Waiting for the opportune moment, the clone darted forward, catching the shinobi off-guard. Before the ninja could react, Daichi struck swiftly at a pressure point, stunning the man.

The disguised Daichi made contact with the man's head and 3 seconds later his Chakra Absorption skill activated.

[Skill Chakra Absorption has activated]

[Skill Mind Drain has activated]

2 more seconds later his Mind Drain skill activated.

In less than a minute the lone Hidden Stone shinobi who was unable to defend himself, collapsed and became unconscious.

'I need as much chakra as possible, when I get to the minister. No doubt he'll have protection. Need my tank near full when I get to him.' 'Dragon' thought. He felt the replenishment from the absorbed chakra and Mana energy. 'Every bit counts.'

Avoiding larger patrols, he continued this pattern, only engaging when he was certain of a quick victory. His objective was clear: gather information and strength without drawing unnecessary attention.

After hours of meticulous movement, and information gathering, the clone finally reached a vantage point overlooking an opulent mansion nestled within a secluded valley.

'So that's Kuroda Michinori's residence,' he mused. 'The Finance Minister doesn't shy away from displaying his wealth.'

Before the clone did anything else, he immediately informed his original counterpart who was currently in the Land of Fire. "I'm near the Finance Minister's mansion. I'm going in to interrogate him."

"Do it. But make sure to keep him alive. Depending on what his relationship with Orochimaru is, we'll proceed. Keep me updated." Came the reply from his creator.

Getting the 'go ahead' the disguised clone ended the communication array and focused on the large building in front of him.

The mansion was expansive, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and high walls adorned with intricate carvings. Guards were stationed methodically around the perimeter, their movements disciplined and routes overlapping to minimize blind spots.

After suppressing his chakra as much as possible, Dragon activated his Mana Cloak skill. He concealed himself, becoming virtually undetectable to the naked eye. The disguised clone settled into a concealed position with a clear view of the main entrance.

'Time to gather some intel.'

Focusing his gaze on the nearest guard, he activated his 'Observe' skill.

[LV. 63] [Hajime Sato]

Age: 32

HP: 7820CP: 7514