The Adventurous Gamer Ninja - Daichi Hekima [Vol. 02]

Chapter 291 - Daichi's Strategies

Hokage office

The Jonin commander of the Leaf village let out an audible sigh after he was made aware of the ongoing crisis by the Hokage.

"What a disastrous situation. That Orochimaru is becoming more and more troublesome."

"Shikaku. I need you to draw up battleplans. We'll be going into a direct conflict with him and his people. Alert all the Jonins and Chunins and have them on standby."

"Yes sir." Shikaku nodded as he looked at the old leader. Seeing the thoughtful look on Hiruzen's face, Nara spoke. "What are you thinking, Lord Hokage?"

"Orochimaru had been planning this for a while. I'm sure of it. What do you think his tactics would be?" Hiruzen asked the man.

Shikaku was silent and carefully thought about the answer. After a short while he replied. "This whole thing, he's strategically planned his encounter with Lady Tsunade. Now to keep us from rescuing her he'll most likely use false information and diversion tactics. Maybe even brute force."

Hiruzen leaned back as he listened. "So there is the possibility of an attack to keep our attention away huh..."

"Yes." The commander nodded.

"I need you to assemble a small team with an interrogation specialist and a tracking specialist... Orochimaru must have gathered intelligence on Tsunade's whereabouts and routines."

Shikaku quickly understood what the kage was implying. "Someone must have observed her movements and habits and reported back to Orochimaru. That's valuable intel and he must have used it to plan his attack."

Hiruzen nodded. "Yes. Mizuki's attack last night... There is no doubt in my mind. It must have been a diversion to keep us occupied. Keep the patrol squads occupied while he carried out the attack and abduction."

"But if we can retrace Lady Tsunade's steps and investigate we might be able to gather some information. I understand."

Hiruzen sighed as he turned his head and looked out at the village. "It's a long shot. But we need to pursue all avenues. Go. I'll leave it to you to pick the team."

Shikaku nodded and vanished.

'Tsunade, Shizune. Please be safe.' Hiruzen closed his eyes and prayed.

"Oink..." The sad whine of the small pig was heard and Hiruzen looked at Tonton with a soft gaze. "Do you miss her...? I miss her too..."

Uchiha Compound.

Sasuke was home standing in front of the mirror wearing only his trousers. Even though his eyes were on his reflection in the mirror, his mind was far away.

''Die." Sasuke saw the moonlight glint on the blade as it came down on him. He felt Mizuki's killing intent along with pain spreading in his chest. His Sharingan recorded every moment and he could only stand by helplessly and watch. The blade was only several inches away before Mizuki was blasted away by Daichi.

Sasuke suddenly let out a long breath of air and closed his eyes. He was slightly sweating as he recalled how close he came to death.

'I can't believe I almost died to Mizuki... Even more than that, I can't believe I would risk my life for Naruto of all people... Damn it... I put my own ambition at risk to save his life...'

Sasuke opened his eyes and his hands went to his chest. He looked and felt the area where Mizuki's sword first pierced. 'Not even a scar. Daichi's an excellent medic. I don't feel any abnormalities with my body. So everything should be alright.'