"After this mission is complete, I'll take on the infiltration mission in Hidden Mist Village. I'll make sure to escalate internal conflicts within Hidden Mist Village."
Ling planned to use her unique methods to infiltrate Hidden Mist and acquire an identity. The face-shaping ability granted by the Twin Curse Method would ensure she left no flaws.
She genuinely wanted to visit Hidden Mist Village. She had underestimated the difficulty of Ice Release; relying on the Ice Condensation Curse Method alone wouldn't produce Ice Release, as the two were not from the same system.
Secondly, she wanted to find a way to get information on Utakata, the Sixth Tail Jinchuriki. Utakata should still be a little kid around her age.
Thirdly, it was her plan to unify the Ninja World. If the plan succeeded, her identity in Hidden Mist might allow her to seize the position of Fifth Mizukage.
At that time, unifying the Ninja World would undoubtedly be much, much simpler, so even if she might encounter Uchiha Madara in Hidden Mist Village, she didn't care.
It was still uncertain who would kill whom in a fight, and she also didn't know how Sasori of the Red Sand, whom she had intentionally placed in Hidden Mist Village, was doing, or if he had managed to get any Ninja with Ice Release Bloodline Limit.
"Miss Ling, wouldn't it be too dangerous for you to go? And…"
Hiruzen Sarutobi was indeed a bit hesitant. Ling was undoubtedly the most suitable candidate and was available, but Ling was the hope for Konoha's internal stability.
"Teacher, even if I can't win, I can escape. However, please do not record this mission, nor tell anyone. Just say that I've been in seclusion designing barriers."
Ling specifically pointed this out because she didn't want Black Zetsu to know. For Black Zetsu, Konoha's confidential intelligence archives were undefended.
So, she could only use this most secretive method to hide herself. She wasn't foolish enough to fall into Black Zetsu's trap when she knew Black Zetsu wanted to kill her.
"Are you saying that Konoha's top-secret intelligence might not be safe?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi recalled the prisoners who were inexplicably rescued from Konoha's prison. It was because of this incident that Konoha was put on the defensive and dragged back into the quagmire of war.
"Yes, Teacher, that person is very powerful and very good at hiding. It's best if Teacher doesn't investigate secretly; an open investigation will suffice."
Ling didn't want Black Zetsu to focus on Konoha again because of Hiruzen Sarutobi's actions. During this time, Black Zetsu should be keeping an eye on Yahiko as he settled accounts with Hanzo and Danzo.
Ling had asked Cat Granny to keep an eye on Hidden Rain Village, and to her surprise, Yunyan-酱 told her two days ago that a secret battle had occurred in Hidden Rain Village, and Hidden Rain Village had changed.
Ling knew that Hanzo was most likely dead. Yahiko would not tolerate the person who caused Nagato's death to remain alive. Hidden Rain Village should now be secretly controlled by the Akatsuki Organization.
The Akatsuki Organization is currently lurking within Hidden Rain Village, secretly developing, much like SHIELD. And before long, Danzo should also be purged.
Root will be uprooted. The Root that harmed Konoha will eventually burn, and the burning of Root can last longer than the burning of leaves.
In the original work, Danzo at least fulfilled his dream and became the 5.5th Hokage. Now, Danzo is not only fleeing north in disarray, but he has also reached his end.
"Miss Ling, you must be careful and not take risks. If things go wrong, just return to Konoha."
Hiruzen Sarutobi finally agreed to Ling's choice. He would cooperate with Ling's actions.
Ling immediately created ten Shadow Clones, sealed them one by one in scrolls, and then handed them to Third Hokage.
"Each of these Shadow Clones can last for a long time, and there are no side effects for me. During this time, let the Shadow Clones participate in barrier design."
The Shadow Clones Ling used were all infused with the Rabbit Escape ability from the curse technique system. Releasing one to move around every so often was also to mislead Black Zetsu.
"That's good. Konoha is truly fortunate to have you and Minato."
Third Hokage sighed, pleased by Konoha's talented people but also lamenting this battlefield of the Fourth Great Ninja War.
"Teacher, please take care. I'm heading to the Fire Country Capital first."
Ling used Flying Thunder God to arrive at her home. She still needed to warn Pakura not to go out while she was away, lest she be caught and Ling be blamed.
After a series of warnings, Ling sealed Pakura's Chakra, then fed a Soldier Pill to the Rogue Ninja used as a sacrifice to prevent him from starving to death.
Ling also planned to visit Gennō in the Fire Country Capital this time. She had promised to let him and his son meet, and now she could finally fulfill that promise.
Ling didn't waste any time. Sensing the direction of the Fire Country Capital and the Flying Thunder God Mark she had left, Ling disappeared into the basement.
Arriving in a secluded forest, Ling maintained the Flying Thunder God Mark, and then proceeded to the next Flying Thunder God Mark.
The Fire Country Capital wasn't far, but it was still some distance. After two or three uses of Flying Thunder God, Ling arrived at this city, which was even more prosperous than Konoha Village.
Without rushing to complete her mission, Ling first went to the address Gennō had given her. Following the address information, Ling quickly arrived at a street selling various wooden goods after asking for directions.
Although the bamboo weaving and wood carvings were exquisite, Ling had no intention of admiring them. Following the house number, she quickly found Gennō's furniture store.
The shop Gennō ran not only sold furniture but also took on house design and construction projects. His business was quite good, as he was a renowned architect far and wide.
The moment he saw Ling, Gennō seemed to realize something and was somewhat surprised. However, there were still customers, so he suppressed his excitement and finalized the current business deals.
"Gennō, long time no see. I've come to fulfill my promise."
Ling walked into the shop and noticed a White Zetsu monitoring from the corner. Black Zetsu was truly a persistent nuisance. Ling couldn't openly kill this White Zetsu.
She could only use Yin Release Chakra to distort the White Zetsu's five senses, preventing it from transmitting information about her back. Killing it directly wouldn't be a problem for her, but Gennō would be in danger.
"Miss Ling, I have been waiting for this day. I am very grateful that you still remember your promise."
Gennō had thought that Ling might have been deceiving him back then, which was why he had come to the Fire Country Capital somewhat disheartened. He hadn't expected to actually wait for this day.
"Let's find a quiet place; this isn't suitable. Also, although you can meet, it cannot last forever. The cycle of life and death cannot be broken. The Pure Land has a manager; he will not allow anyone to escape life and death. Do you understand?"
Ling wasn't trying to scare Gennō. While Edo Tensei was good, it wasn't without any cost to the resurrected. Once they left the Pure Land, their souls would gradually dissipate.
Perhaps stronger Ninja could exist for a longer time, but there would eventually be a day of weakness, and if they continued to sustain themselves, their souls would be scattered.
There is no true reincarnation in this world. Only sufficiently powerful Chakra can allow one to live another life through a method similar to transmigration.
However, that would no longer be the original person; it would merely be a similar flower. Chakra would influence the personality of the reincarnated person, but it doesn't mean memories can be passed down.
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