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

Chapter 363 - In The Land of Earth: Rescue Plan 01

Around 5:30 pm, Tobirama appeared with Jiraiya in the safe house located in Tsuchiyama village. It was a small settlement a couple of hours away from the Earth Capital. The room was modest, with wooden walls and sparse furnishings, but it served its purpose of secrecy and seclusion.

Jiraiya glanced around and spotted familiar faces. Kakashi stood near a window, his single visible eye observing the surroundings with a practiced calm. The Sannin could see that while Kakashi was keeping an eye on the outside he was also keeping an eye on a certain one eyed, one armed occupant inside the room.

Near him was Daichi who was going through various documents laid out on a table. Upon seeing him, the Genin gave a subtle nod.

"Well, looks like the gang's all here," Jiraiya remarked with a grin. He wasn't surprised to see Kakashi and Daichi. He had expected their arrival. 'Looks like their trip to the Fire Capital was completed faster than I thought.'

Kakashi turned to face him. "Lord Jiraiya" he greeted. "Any news?"

"Plenty," Jiraiya replied, tapping the scroll tucked into his robe. His gaze then shifted to the figure seated quietly at the corner of the room. Danzo. "I see you guys are getting acquainted."

Meanwhile Daichi's eyes moved to Tobirama, standing beside Jiraiya. 'I still can't believe the Second Hokage was brought back by the Reanimation Jutsu.' He thought. 'Seeing a legend in person... it's so surreal.'

He recalled their first meeting just an hour ago.

Flashback.

Earlier that afternoon, Daichi and Kakashi waited in a secluded forest clearing outside the Fire Capital. The sun filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground. They were expecting someone to escort them, but the details were scarce.

"Who do you think is coming?" Daichi asked, keeping his senses alert.

Kakashi glanced at him. "If Lord Hokage arranged this, it must be important."

At precisely 4:17 pm, a figure materialized before them. It was a ninja in full Anbu gear with his face concealed by a mask.

Daichi's senses sharpened. He suddenly detected the faint scent of dust and ash emanating from the newcomer. He quickly used his senses to identify the mysterious man and he was shocked by what he found.

'What incredible chakra reserves. I've never sensed anything like it. His chakra is even greater than the Hokage or Tsunade sensei. His chakra signature is potent and it has a strong affinity towards water nature. Just as strong as mine, if not stronger. This isn't an Anbu operative. No way.'

"Don't you know not to pry into Anbu shinobi's secrets, child?" A cold voice suddenly emanated from the masked man.

Kakashi was tense as he sensed a different air around the man and he glanced at his student. 'Daichi, I warned you before.'

The Genin stepped forward cautiously. "You're a reanimated ninja aren't you?" Daichi stated, his eyes fixed on the masked ninja.

Kakashi's eye widened in surprise. "What?" He was on the defensive and the only thing that kept him and his student from attacking the masked ninja was the knowledge that the Hokage had arranged this.

"What makes you say that?" The masked ninja crossed his arms. He ignored the elite Jonin and looked at the boy.

"You... You don't have a heartbeat. Or at least I can't hear it. And mind you, my senses are sharp. I can also smell dust and ash from your body. I've only sensed something like this once before. On one of Orochimaru's experiments."