At this time, in Masahiko's home.
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[Obtained performance pay: Special Ninjutsu Random Card]
Looking at the reward, he pondered for a moment and finally chose to draw.
Cards with "Special" in them had a chance to draw secret techniques.
The last time he got such a card, it was a "Special Water Release Random Card," and through it, he obtained "Water Jellyfish," which completed his Hōryū's deficiency.
Moreover.
Based on the techniques of the Water Jellyfish, he had also mastered a series of skills—
For example, the technique used to restrict Yakumo was a variation of the Water Jellyfish combined with Sealing Jutsu techniques.
Special Ninjutsu must also be of high value.
It's a gamble!
The next moment.
[Obtained Ninjutsu: Chakra Absorption Technique]
After he chose to receive it, memories quickly flooded into his mind.
"So it's Yoroi Akado's Chakra Absorption Technique."
"Regardless, any ability that can absorb Chakra is relatively rare. To call it special..."
Masahiko entered the Training Space to try it out.
Soon, he had a general idea.
It was still useful.
It could absorb the opponent's Chakra for one's own use through physical contact with the palms, and the rate wasn't as pathetic as Yoroi Akado had shown.
Of course, it wasn't fast either... its combat value was better than nothing.
For him, in the short term, another value might be higher—
Theoretically, everyone in the Ninja World has Chakra; through this special Ninjutsu, he could allow his Shadow Clones to sustain themselves outside without worry.
Furthermore, its upper limit was indeed affected by various factors.
Further development might yield even stronger effects, but limited by the palm-absorption method, it really couldn't compare with several other abilities that could absorb Chakra.
However—
Would it also be helpful for Yakumo's situation?
Masahiko pondered.
Afterward, he entered the Training Space... The next morning, before Masahiko had even gotten out of bed, Anbu Ninjas arrived outside.
Hiruzen Sarutobi invited him over to participate in a discussion meeting.
When Masahiko arrived... several people were already present at the meeting.
Aside from Hiruzen Sarutobi, of the three major Advisors, only Utatane Koharu was absent. In addition, there were Kakashi, Asuma, Nara Shikaku, Inoichi Yamanaka, and a Jonin he didn't recognize.
"Hokage-sama, Advisor-sama..."
Upon arrival, Masahiko immediately bowed and apologized, "Sorry, I'm late."
"We didn't notify you in advance, so it's normal that you didn't arrive earlier."
Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't mind.
He looked at the others and said, "I asked you to come mainly to discuss Yakumo's issue. She trusts you... perhaps you understand her better."
Masahiko looked around, understanding clearly in his heart—
A round of discussions had likely already taken place here, but Hiruzen Sarutobi was not satisfied with the results, which is why he was called to join the meeting.
Shikaku briefly recounted the situation they had discussed.
They had tried.
Neither the Yamanaka Clan's secret techniques nor other means could force the other party out; this "Evil Spirit" seemed to have vanished.
He pondered for a moment and said, "This subordinate believes that an outside Ninja has tampered with things, which led to the change in Yakumo."
Masahiko looked at Kakashi.
"Hokage-sama, seniors... I wonder if any suspicious persons were discovered in Konoha these past few days, especially outside Yakumo's home."
The unrecognized Ninja spoke up, introducing himself, "I am Ryo Kitamura from the Barrier Team. I did not sense any suspicious persons that day."
Masahiko was somewhat disappointed, but not surprised—
In the original work, Shinno had once entered Konoha to steal scrolls, showing he had a considerable understanding of Konoha.
Inoichi stated that it was very dangerous inside Yakumo's body, making it difficult to perform their techniques.
Danzo Shimura asked, "Why are you so certain it was caused by an outsider? If another problem arises and puts the entire Konoha in crisis, who will be responsible?"
Masahiko was not surprised. He straightened his body and said:
"This subordinate was the first on the scene yesterday and saw that monster. Its situation is very strange; there seemed to be a special symbol on its forehead."
Hiruzen Sarutobi asked, "What symbol?"
"I didn't see it clearly, but it looked like a character. Furthermore, its body was dressed almost exactly like Yakumo, only its face looked like it was wearing a Demon Mask."
Masahiko described Ido's appearance. "Yakumo has self-awareness; she protected me and Kurenai Yuhi in the Illusionary Realm."
Kakashi also spoke at this time, "Although I encountered danger, a way out was always left for me. This should also be Yakumo's influence."
Hiruzen Sarutobi fell silent.
Danzo said coldly, "I know everyone's thoughts, but... we can't just gamble, can we?"
"It's not a gamble, Danzo-sama. I thought of a potentially feasible method last night."
...Konoha Anbu Base.
Kurama Yakumo lay on a hospital bed in the center, with various medical instruments attached to her body.
Numerous sealing formulas had been laid out in advance nearby.
The entire Room was covered with various formulas and charms. Under the combined effect of Sealing Jutsu and Barrier Jutsu, anyone who entered would definitely be unable to escape the Room.
At the same time—
The Yamanaka Clan's secret techniques, in coordination with the instruments, were merging spiritual energy to suppress the situation in the Room.
At this moment.
"Masahiko, are you really prepared to do this?"
"Yes."
Voices came from outside.
"The Nine-Tailed Chakra in Naruto's body is the most powerful Tailed Beast power. Through it, that Chakra can be devoured, allowing Yakumo to return to normal."
"What if it fails?"
"Then... there's no other way."
Masahiko's voice came through, "Besides, I believe in Yakumo!"
"Then go in."
"Thank you for permitting my selfishness!"
Masahiko bowed deeply, then entered with the unconscious Naruto.
He walked to Yakumo's side and sighed softly, "Yakumo, I'm sorry. To help you, you might need to go through some pain..."
Saying this, Masahiko formed hand seals.
In the next second, a ball of water appeared in the palm of his hand... In the adjacent dark Room.
Hiruzen Sarutobi, Homura Mitokado, and Kakashi stared at the screen in the next Room.
"He is absorbing Yakumo's Chakra."
Kakashi pushed up his forehead protector and, through his Sharingan, saw clearly why the water ball was growing larger.
"A Medical Water Release, yet he could develop it to this extent..."
"Incredible development ability!"
Homura Mitokado lamented.
Hiruzen Sarutobi remained silent, having no time to discuss it at all.
In another Room, Danzo held his blade, ready to intervene in the experiment at any time. His plan was also very simple—
Kill Yakumo, and the monster would naturally be gone.
Inside the Room.
As the Chakra was continuously being extracted... on the other side, Masahiko split off a Shadow Clone to extract Chakra from Naruto.
"When Naruto's Chakra is almost exhausted, the Tailed Beast Chakra will automatically come out. At that time..."
"The Chakra belonging to the Nine-Tails will be able to devour that Chakra inside your body."
Masahiko looked at Yakumo, his voice gentle.
"You must also resist and pull yourself together. She, who obtained that eerie Chakra, is not that compatible with your body. You are the master of this body..."
At this moment, Kurama Yakumo's expression kept changing.
Sometimes painful, sometimes hideous.
Suddenly, a powerful surge of Chakra erupted from her body.
Instantly, the water ball turned into pitch-black ink.
Kurama Yakumo opened her eyes, her gaze filled with deep hatred and anger.
The moment Ido appeared, the pitch-black, ink-like Chakra completely covered Masahiko, who was close to her.
Masahiko's body was slowly dissipating, like a splash of water about to vanish.
"Something's wrong!"
Ido screamed.
She realized something was amiss; this wasn't the real body, but a Water Release Shadow Clone Technique with an attached illusion!
However.
Kurama Yakumo's anger reached its peak at this moment.
"You actually dared to attack Teacher! Get out of my body!"
Powerful spiritual energy, like an invisible wave, erupted from Kurama Yakumo's body.
In the next second, a monster with a body identical to hers and wearing a Demon Mask was ejected. On its forehead, there was indeed a blurry 'Zero' character.
Ido was forcibly expelled!
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