Meanwhile, in the forest, Ren, who had been sprinting all this time, finally stopped before a trap circle, then calmly turned around to face the Anbu surrounding him from all directions.
"There's no escape, is there?"
The Third Mizukage, who had stopped on a tree trunk, looked at Ren, who was now a fish in a barrel, a cold smile playing on his lips. The surrounding Anbu also drew their weapons with ill intent, ready to strike.
"The Third Mizukage personally came out; I am truly flattered."
Ren scratched his head, then sat down on the ground, showing no intention of resisting at all, which stunned everyone, including the Mizukage.
"Hand over the Tailed Beast obediently and tell us everything you know, and we can spare your life."
The Third Mizukage said in a deep voice, a hint of caution in his eyes as he looked at the other party. He could see that the other party's strength was only at the Jonin level and would definitely not be a match for him and his people.
But the reason he was so fearless was probably because of the Three-Tails he held. If the other party, with the intention of perishing together, released the Three-Tails, his current group of people would not be enough to seal it again. If the Three-Tails escaped, the damage caused would be no better than it being snatched away.
"Tsk, I'd be happy to hand it over, but there's nothing to hand over…"
Before Ren could finish speaking, two water whips shot out from behind him, circling twice in the air before binding him tightly.
"Well done!"
A smug smile had just appeared on the Third Mizukage's face, but the next moment, the smile froze.
The bound Ren made a face at everyone and then exploded into a puff of white smoke, instantly making the entire scene so quiet that a pin drop could be heard.
"Shadow Clone!"
The Third Mizukage gritted his teeth and said, then turned and left. The remaining Anbu looked at each other, and after a moment of stunned silence, they followed suit.
Meanwhile, at the Kirigakure Hospital, outside the operating room.
Ao, who was sitting in the corridor lost in thought, suddenly noticed that the light on the operating room had turned green. A moment later, the door was pushed open, and the two Medical Ninja, wearing masks and surgical gowns, walked out.
"Doctors, how are they doing?"
Looking at the somewhat anxious Ao in front of him, the Medical Ninja, transformed into Ren, said softly.
"Don't worry, the surgery was very successful. They should wake up this afternoon, barring any unforeseen circumstances."
"Thank you, doctors. Can I go in and see them now?"
Hearing this, Ren's expression remained unchanged. He glanced at the other party and said.
"You go and help call two nurses over first. They still need some IV fluids, and we have two more surgeries to do this afternoon, so we'll have to trouble you."
"No trouble at all, thank you both. I'll go find the nurses now."
Ao suddenly understood. After thanking the two, he left the corridor.
"Hurry up, let's go!"
Ren greeted Shina, and the two quickly left. Soon, they walked out of the Kirigakure Hospital's main gate and onto the street.
"This way."
Led by Shina, the two walked directly into a secluded alley. Soon, a pair of male and female, dressed simply and looking like siblings, emerged. They were Ren and Shina, who had disguised themselves.
Just then, a furious roar came from the direction of the hospital. Pedestrians on the road stopped one after another, some curiously looking in that direction, while Ren and Shina's expressions changed, and their pace quickened. After blending into the crowd, they soon disappeared.
At this moment, inside the hospital, Ao was looking at the two corpses of the doctors in front of him, his eyes bloodshot with rage.
Beside him were two nurses, paralyzed with fear and trembling, who had been called over. They noticed the "patients" covered with white sheets, and when they uncovered them, they saw the tragic sight of the two doctors, dead with their eyes open, instantly filling them with psychological trauma.
"Shuma! Haruki!"
Ao roared their names, simultaneously punching the wall, his fist immediately becoming bloody. But he seemed to feel no pain, staring intently at the two corpses.
"I will…"
The former suddenly rushed out of the room, and echoes resounded through the corridor.
"Kill you all!"
...
"Tsk, how many times has this been checked?"
Ren stood by the window, looking at the several Mist Hidden Ninja entering the inn below. He couldn't help but click his tongue.
Today was the third day after their operation. The two returned to the inn that day and began staying there as members of the Fujiwara Trading Company under Fujiwara Katsuma's cover.
That night, Mist Hidden Ninja knocked on the inn's doors for individual checks. The rooftops outside were filled with running Anbu and Ninja, causing panic among the civilians for a time.
"Open the door, it's a check!"
Ren skillfully turned and opened the door. Two Mist Hidden Ninja entered the room, looked around, and then left. They glanced at Ren and walked out without saying much. Ren was not surprised.
This half-floor was occupied by the Fujiwara Trading Company. For a big sponsor like Fujiwara Katsuma, let alone Ninja, even Anbu would be polite to him without the Mizukage's direct order. Their attitude towards Ren and the others was also much better than towards ordinary people.
After the two Kirigakure left, Ren did not return to his room. Instead, after these Mist Hidden Ninja withdrew from the inn, he came to the corridor. Shina, who was leaning against the wall, was also there.
"Let's go."
Shina nodded to Ren, and then the two went together to Fujiwara Katsuma's door and knocked.
"Coming."
The door opened quickly. Fujiwara Katsuma was not surprised to see the two and directly stepped aside to let them in.
Ren sat on the sofa, organized his words, and then spoke.
"President Fujiwara, it's almost time. Let's leave the Hidden Mist Village this afternoon."
"No problem, everything here has been prepared, we can leave at any time."
As soon as he finished speaking, Shina, who was sitting quietly beside him, took over the conversation and asked Ren.
"Do you need me to cover you?"
"No need."
Ren shook his head, directly rejecting the other party's suggestion.
"Your current identity is too sensitive. If you come to cover me, the possibility of exposure is too great. Therefore, it is most feasible for you to follow President Fujiwara as an attendant and safely leave the Village. As for this last step, just leave it to me."
Although Shina wanted to help, she fell silent after hearing Ren's analysis.
Indeed, the entire Hidden Mist Village was currently searching for her whereabouts. If she were exposed, it might cause the almost successful plan to fail. So, it was better for her to obediently follow the arrangements.
"Don't worry, both of you. This last step is much safer than the life-and-death crises before. You two depart on time, remember to slow down on the way, and if I haven't arrived at the main gate of the Hidden Mist, please wait for me a little."
Ren yawned, got up, and came to the window, looking at the Village covered by dark clouds, a hint of weariness in his eyes.
So sleepy. I really want to take a nap.