"The Wood Release Bloodline may not be useful for the Moon Eye Plan."
The mysterious masked man seemed not to like the power of the Wood Release, speaking coldly: "I have also awakened the Wood Release Bloodline and do not think it is stronger than the Mangekyo Sharingan."
"..."
That's definitely because your Wood Release is too weak!
The Venus Flytrap Monster knew this well but did not intend to argue with the mysterious masked man; they knew the mysterious masked man's Mangekyo Sharingan was indeed stronger than his Wood Release.
"Alright."
It seemed that there were two wills existing within the Venus Flytrap Monster.
The black half of the Venus Flytrap Monster's mouth moved slightly, speaking in a somewhat hoarse and gloomy voice: "Since we happen to be in Konoha, let's observe that little brat's Wood Release talent. The Moon Eye Plan requires quite a few strong helpers; an extra person is always useful…"
"Moreover, I just observed in the Forest of Death in Konoha."
"Although I didn't see that brat use Wood Release, the forest is still filled with abundant life energy, proving that the brat's Wood Release is not useless."
"That's good."
"If that brat is really useful... a boy full of darkness and flaws would be easy for me to deal with."
The mysterious masked man didn't even look at the Venus Flytrap Monster beside him, nonchalantly raising his hand and forcefully clenching it into a fist: "I have a piece that can deal with him; just using a little trick, I can make him betray others with nowhere to go..."
"Oh?"
The Venus Flytrap Monster became a bit curious.
"Not long ago, someone sneaked into The Hidden Mist Village and was noticed by me; it was Aburame Ryuma under Shimura Danzo, and I caught him personally."
The mysterious masked man spoke of the plan he wanted to implement, his tone unable to contain some pride: "As long as I use Wood Release Ninjutsu to kill Aburame Ryuma and then let Konoha discover the body, I can frame that brat Akihara Kagura…"
Theoretically, this plan is somewhat simple.
When truly executed, however, it has a very high chance of achieving the goal, because not many possess the Wood Release Bloodline in the Ninja World.
"The remaining time is to continue observing that brat."
The mysterious masked man finally nodded, snorted coldly, and said: "I also happen to observe how the seed I left two years ago is growing…"
"Uchiha Itachi?"
The white half of the Venus Flytrap Monster's face immediately revealed a strange smile: "Back then you personally killed Uchiha Itachi's teammate, letting the kid awaken the Sharingan, and directly awakened the Double Tomoe Sharingan the first time, quite a talent…"
"That's why I spared his life."
The mysterious masked man nodded and spoke with a knowing look: "That little fellow Uchiha Itachi has the potential to awaken the Mangekyo Sharingan; just give him a slight stimulus, and his Sharingan can advance further."
"Hehehe… It's quite coincidental!"
The white half of the Venus Flytrap Monster's face seemed to think of something suddenly, getting a bit excited: "Konoha is currently holding the Chunin Exams, and both Uchiha Itachi and Akihara Kagura are participating!"
"According to the usual rules of the Konoha Chunin Exams, during the third round, Akihara Kagura and Uchiha Itachi might end up fighting in the arena, allowing us to observe that Wood Release brat and the Uchiha brat, to see which one of them is stronger!"
"Another Chunin Exam, huh…"
The mysterious masked man's voice became a bit low.
Chunin Exam.
A topic ninjas can never avoid.
Within the base of the Root Organization, Shimura Danzo was also discussing the Chunin Exams, but when this old man mentioned it, his face was as gloomy as if water could drip from it.
"Jia!"
Shimura Danzo was scolding Akihara Kagura, who had just returned to the base: "You were too ostentatious during the Chunin Exam; do not casually expose your Wood Release Bloodline, and there is no need to waste Chakra using powerful jutsu!"
"…I understand."
Akihara Kagura furrowed his brows and said: "When the third exam comes, I won't use Wood Release Ninjutsu, alright?"
"..."
Shimura Danzo was almost about to cough up blood.
Using it carelessly when you shouldn't and not using it when you should!
Now that you've already used Wood Release Ninjutsu, what's the point of hiding it further?
"Never mind."
Shimura Danzo waved his hand, somewhat helplessly: "Since everyone already knows, there's no need to continue hiding…"
"Oh."
Akihara Kagura nodded nonchalantly.
"The third exam… take it seriously."
Shimura Danzo looked at the somewhat careless boy and said in a deep voice: "You and Uchiha Itachi are the most outstanding candidates in this cohort and will definitely meet in the final round; do not underestimate that kid and use the Wood Release Ninjutsu to defeat him!"
Because this exam holds political significance.
If Akihara Kagura uses Wood Release Ninjutsu to defeat Uchiha Itachi, the genius of the Uchiha Clan, it will make the Uchiha clan behave a bit more sensibly in regard to the village's orders.
"I understand."
Akihara Kagura nodded in agreement.
"And one more thing…"
Shimura Danzo finished discussing the Chunin Exam with Akihara Kagura and finally came to the topic he found most troublesome: "After the Chunin Exam, you will be transferred to the Dark Department…"
"Why?"
Akihara Kagura asked curiously: "Aren't we, the Root, already part of the Dark Department? Why be transferred to the Dark Department?"
"You're being transferred to the Hokage's direct Dark Department."
Shimura Danzo coldly pointed out the distinction and continued: "Just as the Root is loyal to me, the members of the Dark Department are loyal to Monkey…"
"Wait a minute…"
Akihara Kagura's expression suddenly changed, looking up at Danzo in disbelief: "Lord Danzo, why are you suddenly transferring me to the Dark Department? Is it… you don't want me to continue in the Root… don't want me to stay by your side anymore?"
Akihara Kagura seemed completely unaware of what he had done, his eyes desperately showing a hint of shock, and even a trace of anger: "Did someone report me to Lord Danzo? I was only out of the base for a day…"
As Akihara Kagura spoke to this point, he tried to squeeze out a few tears of grievance but couldn't manage, so he continued sorrowfully: "If it's because of those people, I can promise you, I won't associate with those people in the future…"
"It's not your fault!"
Shimura Danzo impatiently interrupted him.
Even though it was indeed this brat's fault...
Wasn't it because you were too showy during the exam?
However…
The way this brat looks so pitiful...
He even still remains loyal to him.
Nonetheless…
There is indeed a way.
This child would also become a piece I place in the Dark Department!
"Jia, don't be sad."
Shimura Danzo suddenly reached out slowly, patting Akihara Kagura's shoulder and casually asking: "After you enter the Dark Department, will you still follow my orders?"
"Of course."
Akihara Kagura quickly nodded.
Once a superior asks such a casual question, they require your firm stance; aside from quickly answering, you must also express your determination!
But…
That's not enough!
The best method, of course, is to speak ill of the superior's mortal enemy!
Akihara Kagura furrowed his brows and said with some curiosity: "Right, tonight I happened to meet the Third Hokage, and he kept talking to me about Lord Danzo…"
"Hmm?"
Shimura Danzo's expression immediately turned unpleasant, coldly saying: "That bast… Third, what did he say to you?"