"Do you think other ninja villages are capable of replicating our new energy vehicle?"
The Third Kazekage asked Qingshui again.
"It's not impossible. At the very least, we should prepare for every eventuality."
Qingshui looked at the Third Kazekage, his mind drifting back two and a half years to when he first arrived in the Land of Rain, and saw that pale-skinned, cold-faced man with a chilling, snake-like aura.
After the Second Great Ninja War, Orochimaru entered his peak period, a pivotal moment in his life.
Orochimaru had lost his beloved apprentice Nawaki and one of his few friends, Kato Dan, during the war. Not long after the war ended, Konoha's White Fang, a top-tier shinobi whom even the Sannin respected, died in political infighting among the higher-ups, as if it were a game.
This made Orochimaru realize the fragility of life.
Even a powerful individual like White Fang, whose strength was no less than his own, would eventually wither away.
It was likely from this point on that Orochimaru changed. Driven by his lament for life, fear of death, and desire for truth, he embarked on a path seeking immortality and scientific knowledge.
Qingshui had no doubt that Orochimaru could decipher the Chakra Capacitor.
Even with corresponding security measures, Orochimaru might still be able to crack it, but at least it would delay him for a long time.
Qingshui shared some of his thoughts with the Third Kazekage.
Mainly regarding the Chakra Capacitor.
He planned to design a security system with Chiyo, Sasori, and Ebizo that combined Puppetry and Sealing Jutsu. Before starting the vehicle each time, one would need to perform hand signs on the capacitor and use a special ninja tool to unlock it.
"Then do as you say."
The Third Kazekage pondered for a moment before approving Qingshui's plan.
If he had to come up with a solution himself, he certainly couldn't have thought of a method that would bring more benefits and be safer and more reliable for the Sand Village.
"In that case, young man, I'll trouble you to accompany this old man for some exercise."
The Third Kazekage chuckled, rose from his seat, removed his Kage robe, and walked out.
"Then this junior would be honored to oblige."
Qingshui followed the Third Kazekage to the top of the Kazekage Building.
A mass of Iron Sand emerged, carrying the two of them towards the training ground.
"Make your move, Qingshui. Let this old man see if you now possess the strength to earn my approval."
The Third Kazekage stood with one hand behind his back, exuding a masterful demeanor.
Behind him, a vast expanse of Iron Sand covered half the training ground.
Many ninjas training nearby quickly evacuated the training ground and gathered around to watch.
"Magnet Release? It's Lord Third!"
"Lord Third is actually training at the training ground too."
"Looks like he's guiding someone. Who knows that young Jonin?"
"He's Jonin Qingshui, who oversaw the canal construction."
Many of the watching ninjas became spectators.
When the Third Kazekage made a move, it naturally drew attention.
Qingshui glanced around and took off the Sealing Scroll from his back.
Did the Third Kazekage intentionally bring him here to spar, intending for him to display his strength in front of the other ninjas in the village?
"You go first, Qingshui."
The Third Kazekage spoke.
Qingshui put aside his distracting thoughts, unrolled the scroll, clapped his hands together to form a seal, and summoned three Puppets.
Big Ivan, Fatty, and Little Boy.
Over the past year or two, Qingshui had been busy with daily affairs, but he still made time to improve his Puppets.
Big Ivan already had a good foundation, and as Qingshui's mastery in Puppetry and engineering continued to improve, this Puppet, through continuous modification, now had basic functions not far off from Electrolight. And because its material had higher Chakra conductivity, the Puppet's performance was even stronger than Electrolight. Under Qingshui's direct control, its combat power was definitely much higher than Electrolight's.
As for White Knight, it couldn't be compared for now.
The defensive power of extraordinary metals like Promethium Alloy was incomparable to conventional materials, and the Speed Force was so heaven-defying it could override all physical laws, making any comparison impossible.
But at least its rating had reached A+.
As for Fatty and Little Boy, they were no longer the B-rank Puppets they once were.
Their foundations were too poor; Fatty, in fact, was originally a teaching Puppet that Qingshui modified when he first became a Genin. The time and money required for maintenance and upgrades were almost as much as building a new one from scratch.
So, Qingshui used the Electrolight model as the base Puppet and combined the original characteristics of Fatty and Little Boy to create Fatty Mark II and Little Boy Mark II. One focused more on defense and strength, while the other emphasized speed and agility.
Little Boy's rating was also A+, while Fatty was A. Their overall performance and individual combat power were slightly weaker than Big Ivan.
The Third Kazekage scrutinized Qingshui's three Puppets.
"Lord Third, I apologize in advance."
Qingshui hooked his left hand, and Big Ivan quickly draped over him. Fatty took the lead, slamming its palms onto the ground, shattering a large area in front of it. Countless碎石 were carried by the air current, shooting towards the Third Kazekage.
The Third Kazekage remained with his hands clasped behind his back, as Iron Sand automatically gathered beneath him, lifting him into the sky to evade the attack.
In the next instant, he raised the hand he had kept in front of him, forming a single hand seal. Fine Iron Sand converged into a thick, solid shield, blocking countless senbon that shot at him from the side.
Little Boy, connected by Chakra Threads, fired the senbon, then continued to jet air from his feet, shifting position in mid-air.
Qingshui himself, piloting Big Ivan, soared skyward. A long metal sword extended from Big Ivan's forearm, and with the infusion of Separation Release Chakra, it transformed into a brilliant blue lightsaber, unlike the High-Voltage Electric Sword he previously formed with Lightning Release Chakra.
"Separation Breathing: Second Form: Separation Flow Dance!"
A dazzling and magnificent blue sword energy instantly cut through the Iron Sand shield.
Big Ivan moved with lightning speed, cooperating with Little Boy, who charged from another direction, to encircle and attack the Third Kazekage.
At the same time, Fatty on the ground stomped, shattering the earth. Gas jetted from his feet and back, propelling him into a great leap into the air. He swung his fist, attacking the Third Kazekage from below.
A three-pronged pincer attack!
"Haha! Excellent!"
The Third Kazekage laughed heartily.
Even after only a few exchanges, the techniques Qingshui had displayed so far were enough to pleasantly surprise the Third Kazekage.
"Magnet Release: Iron Sand Cube."
"Magnet Release: Iron Sand Wave."
The Third Kazekage, a ninja with immense battle experience, pressed his left palm down. In the air beneath his feet, he condensed a massive block of Iron Sand, heavy and substantial, sending it crashing down towards Fatty. Simultaneously, the Iron Sand around him surged and swirled like waves, rushing furiously towards Qingshui and Little Boy.
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