vncnus Chapter 14: Are the salaries of the Dark Guard high?
Chapter 14: Are the salaries of the Dark Guard high?
Sitting cross-legged in the stable, Qingwu fell into deep thought.
The currency of the ninja world can be exchanged for gold coins.
This necessitates some adjustments to his previous development plans.
"I wonder... how high the salary is for the Anbu."
But one thing is for sure: the Dark Division has absolutely no freedom!
The reason they have chosen to side with the Hokage is so that Danzo will have something to think twice about.
In fact, the lack of freedom alone made Qingwu uninterested in joining the Dark Division.
"How do you make money?"
Combining his memories from his past life and the original body, Qingwu pondered a suitable way to make money in the present.
"An underground gold exchange?"
No, I'm not strong enough.
Moreover, with the renewed war between Konoha and Kumogakure, it's not easy for registered ninjas to leave the village at will.
"There are still more than two months until the Chunin Exams..."
"Do you make money by taking on tasks?"
"But without becoming a Chunin, the highest level of missions I've received is only C-rank."
That would be pointless; the rewards for C-level missions are too meager.
Besides, Xiyan has already joined the Dark Division, so the team isn't complete anymore.
Qingwu scratched his head in distress. If he teamed up with Konoha ninja of Chunin level or above, he might be able to get some well-paid missions.
For example: Go to the front lines!
Even if it is not part of the combat unit sequence.
The rewards for simply completing tasks such as transporting supplies to the front lines are very high.
To be honest, if it were during the Fourth Shinobi World War a few years ago, a genin like Qingwu would have been on the battlefield long ago.
These days, things are relatively good.
Since the night of the Nine-Tails last year, Konoha has "lost" the Fourth Hokage and the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.
The Cloud Village, which has always advocated invasion, could no longer sit still.
Over the past six months, following initial probing and friction at the border, the Hidden Cloud Village has been continuously increasing its troop strength.
The Konoha leadership was in a state of panic, fearing that it would escalate into a 1v4 battle.
Therefore, Konoha is currently increasing its material support to its ally, Sunagakure, in order to stabilize the village.
On the other hand, they also have to be careful of the Hidden Rock Village and the Hidden Mist Village taking advantage of their misfortune.
Under such circumstances, Qingwu inevitably had some worries.
He was not opposed to going to the battlefield. Before he awakened his inner wisdom, he was focused on honing his skills to pass the Chunin Exams, because he wanted to serve the village.
Even now, he doesn't reject it.
There are many opportunities on the front lines; he can use campaign results to level up and acquire resources.
But... the problem is, the territory has already been established in the Death Forest.
The most urgent task is to develop.
Once you're on the battlefield, you don't know when you'll be able to return.
It's nowhere near as free as doing tasks.
With this in mind, Qingwu set a framework for his next actions: freedom!
You must have the ability to return to build your territory at any time, and ensure that you can recruit the troops that are refreshed in the barracks every week.
Little by little, it adds up.
His unit slots were filled with a whole bunch of 'spirit beasts'.
Even though they are all Tier 1 or Tier 2 cannon fodder units.
At that time, the level of battles that can be completed on the front lines will be even higher.
The experience and resources gained at the end of the campaign will be even greater.
"It still needs time!"
I used to have average talent, but I didn't realize it because I was quietly cultivating.
Since awakening his cheat ability, Qingwu has found himself becoming increasingly impatient.
"Forget it, I'll try my luck at the mission center tomorrow and see if I can find a temporary team to take on battlefield missions."
Qingwu glanced at the sky, ate a simple meal, and then went to the outside of the stable.
Summon the withered tree guardians again.
After getting used to the controls for a while, I finally got to know them.
Then they tested the power of the magic arrows.
As night fell again, Qingwu glanced at the panel.
Soon, we'll have enough resources to build the [Dwarf Village] tonight.
If all goes well, recruiting dwarves should significantly increase stone mining.
In that case, the resources of timber and ore can keep up for the time being. The only thing to consider is... money!
call out!
Kakashi appeared before them. "Let's spar again!"
Qingwu was stunned for a moment, then remembered what Kakashi had said when he left last night.
"senior!"
"..."
"Do you have money?"
"!!" Kakashi thought he was hallucinating. Judging from this, does she want to borrow money from me? How dare she?
"Senior, you're not going to say anything? Then I won't spar anymore."
"..."
"You...want to borrow money?" Kakashi decided to figure out the kid's purpose first.
"Senior is indeed clever!" Qingwu laughed heartlessly, "Is that alright? I need some money, I'll pay you back in two months... no, three months."
"..." Kakashi was speechless.
He wasn't short of money; although the Hatake family had declined, it wasn't a matter of money.
Besides Jiraiya-sama's new work, he doesn't really have any other expenses.
But it just feels... awkward!
"Sigh, never mind." Qingwu waved his hand and said, "I cultivated for too long this afternoon and haven't recovered yet, so let's skip today's sparring."
The dead fish eyes behind the mask bulged out. This brat! Is he 'threatening' me?
"Here you go!" Kakashi tossed a money bag over.
Qingwu was overjoyed; he never expected it to actually work!
Just as he was about to open it, Kakashi's voice came through: "You can spar now, let's begin!"
As soon as he finished speaking, he relied on pure speed to rush straight to the left side of Qingwu.
"Hey, senior, you're not showing any martial ethics!"
Qingwu was loud and boisterous, but his figure kept growing taller.
The withered tree guardian appeared at his feet, blocking Kakashi's path as he charged forward.
"Wood Release: Rain of Thorns!"
Qingwu shouted wildly.
However, the roots controlling the withered tree guardians had changed their attack method—
Previously, the Deadwood Guardians would either launch surprise attacks from underground using their roots or extend their roots from their bodies to launch straight-line attacks.
This time, Qingwu first directed the withered tree guardians to quickly wriggle and grow large areas of roots, and then used the time difference to continuously fan outwards.
This attack method came to me when I was familiarizing myself with the controls this afternoon.
Believe it or not, it really does have the effect of area attack.
Furthermore, the almost continuous attacks effectively compress the enemy's offensive space.
Kakashi moved swiftly, leaping and dodging the strikes from the roots, twisting his body forcefully in mid-air, and rapidly forming hand seals.
"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!"
boom!
The extended roots do not possess the defensive capabilities of the withered tree guardian itself.
The entire area in front was charred black.
Kakashi used the moment his vision was obscured—
He used a clone to deceive the withered tree guardian.
Its true form appeared on a branch of a large tree to the side and launched an attack on Qingwu.
Kakashi's tactics have remained unchanged since yesterday; he believes that the battle will end once he controls Qingwu.
The green wutong tree standing atop the withered tree guardian chuckled.
The wooden prison once again locked itself inside.
The afternoon test of the Magic Arrow resulted in his current natural energy being only 66.2 points.
To prevent yourself from fainting again, you can only use the Magic Arrow twice.
That should be saved for the crucial moment.
As long as he has a "no-seal ninjutsu" that he can use instantly, Kakashi will be hesitant when attacking.
In that case, Qingwu could use the defensive power of the withered tree guardians to deal with Kakashi.
Half an hour later...
Whoosh!
Kakashi steadied himself, slightly out of breath. "Your Wood Release seems to be getting more and more proficient."
The more Qingwu understands the withered tree guardian, the more confident it becomes.
He was much more at ease today than yesterday.
With a wave of his hand, he dispersed the magic arrow that had been frozen in place, and Qingwu asked with a smile, "Senior, I wonder if someone with my strength is capable of going to the front lines?"