Konoha: I Have a Gravity Training room

Just then, a huge bone spine suddenly extended wildly from the ground, supporting Kimimaro and bringing him in front of everyone in an instant.

Kimimaro was seen with a face full of madness, roaring: "For Lord Orochimaru!

I will give everything!

That is the meaning of my existence!!!"

His hand transformed into a huge bone spear, which he fiercely thrust towards Kakashi and Kai.

Kai immediately unleashed the Sixth Gate, raising his hand to firmly catch the bone spear, stopping its advance.

But the next second, the power in the bone spear vanished.

Looking at Kimimaro again, he had lost his breath on the spot, dying in an attacking posture!

"This..."

Everyone was speechless, looking at Kimimaro like this, unable to let go for a long time.

Tenten whispered: "Why?

Why did he have to give his all for someone like Orochimaru?

Even, even like this..."

Everyone else also didn't understand.

To them, Orochimaru was a sinister and vicious poisonous snake, someone they couldn't wait to kill quickly.

However, they hadn't expected that for some people, Orochimaru was like a god, willing to sacrifice everything for him without hesitation.

Sasuke stared at Kimimaro and only spoke after a long time: "Kimimaro?

You are a true strong person!

I will remember you!"

Neji also stared at Kimimaro, still wondering if the Kaguya clan had any connection to the Hyuga Clan, but now that the person was dead, there was nothing he could ask.

As for taking samples from Kimimaro's body or anything like that, Neji would not do such a disrespectful thing to the deceased.

Furthermore, Kimimaro was also a strong person.

"Forget it.

I'll ask if I encounter another Corpse Bone Pulse user in the future."

Neji sighed in his heart.

However, he couldn't possibly know that Kimimaro was already the last Corpse Bone Pulse user.

The group left the area and found a quiet place to rest.

Sasuke and Kai's wounds were also simply bandaged.

Since there were no medical Ninja present, they could only make do with this.

Tenten silently sent a note to Natsuki:

(Tenten) Natsuki, it's safe here now.

Kimimaro is dead.

(Natsuki) It's good that you are alright.

(Tenten) Natsuki, I don't understand.

Why did Kimimaro give his all for Orochimaru?

(Natsuki) Well... Do you remember Team Seven's mission in the Land of Waves?

Why did Bai die for Zabuza?

Tenten was taken aback.

She naturally had an impression of the Land of Waves mission.

At that time, Naruto was even showing off smugly, and then he was criticized by Natsuki until he was useless.

However, she was also quite moved by the bond between Bai and Zabuza.

Looking at Kimimaro now, perhaps she could understand.

Some people might be utterly evil, but to someone else, that person is a reliance, hope, or even faith!

Orochimaru definitely held extraordinary significance for Kimimaro, even making Kimimaro willing to sacrifice everything to accomplish something for Orochimaru.

It made people unable to understand, yet it also seemed natural.

Perhaps only by experiencing similar things could one truly understand.

(Tenten) I think I understand.

Natsuki, if it were for you, maybe I would do the same.

(Natsuki) You silly girl, I don't want you to risk your life for me.

You need to protect yourself well.

We'll get married and have children in the future; good times are still ahead.

(Tenten) You're right, we both need to be well!

Kakashi was nearby.

He glanced at the content of their chat and instantly awakened the Hyuga Byakugan.

He knew it.

These two kids were really using Flying Thunder God Technique to send messages and say sweet nothings.

However, he was too lazy to interfere; after all, it was the couple's business.

A day later, the two small teams received a message from Tsunade and immediately returned to the village by riding Badora.

Kakashi patted the eagle's back and sighed, "It's so convenient to have a flying summoning animal. The speed is fast, and it doesn't take much effort."

Kai said proudly, "Look how far-sighted my student is. This time, it's truly thanks to Tenten. Our squad was able to arrive in time for the rescue by riding the giant eagle, and we didn't expend any energy on the journey."

Sasuke, hearing this, also touched the eagle's back.

Although he wanted to make a contract with a powerful summoning animal, like Orochimaru's snakes, if it was a giant eagle, wouldn't it also be convenient for traveling?

He'd ask Natsuki about it later. He figured Natsuki wouldn't refuse.

Of course, he didn't plan on always taking advantage of Natsuki; he had to think carefully about how to reciprocate.

Tenten smiled and said, "Kakashi-sensei, if you want to contract a giant mountain eagle, you can too. The scroll is with me. You can sign it right now."

Kakashi, however, waved his hand, "No, no, Pakkun and the others would get jealous."

Summoning animals get jealous?

Tenten was taken aback, remembering Pakkun's intelligence, and thought it might actually be possible for them to get jealous.

So, she didn't bring up the topic again.

In less than a day, the two squads successfully arrived back at the Village, and everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

They had felt bored guarding the border for the past month, but when they actually encountered enemies, their hearts pounded with fear. Now, they just wanted a good rest, but they still had to report first.

After completing their return registration, the six people went directly to the Hokage Office.

Tsunade and Shizune were relieved to see everyone return safely, and even Tonton, the pig in Shizune's arms, let out a 'Puu ye' greeting.

However, after listening to Kakashi's report, Tsunade and Shizune both looked at Tenten with strange eyes, making Tenten feel a bit embarrassed.

This little girl always felt a bit eccentric.

Using Flying Thunder God Technique to send messages and chat with her boyfriend over long distances was one thing, but that Money Release made it hard to keep a straight face.

If directly throwing Exploding Tags could be considered a Ninjutsu, then Tenten was indeed extremely outstanding. Her family was rich, and she carried over 100,000 Exploding Tags with her. The key was that she also used Flying Thunder God Technique to teleport the Exploding Tags to the enemy and detonate them, instantly making it seem much more impressive.

But, somehow, it just felt a bit off when you heard it.

It was clearly Ninja combat, so why did it turn into burning money when it came to this little girl?

Tsunade and Shizune seriously suspected that Tenten had been led astray by Natsuki, but Tenten was also undeniably strong with her barrage of Exploding Tags, so they couldn't say she was led astray. It just felt very strange.

Everyone else also understood Tsunade and Shizune's conflicted expressions, because they felt the same way.

"Ahem, well, you've worked hard."

Tsunade regained her voice, "This mission to support the border was originally B-Rank, but since you encountered Orochimaru's forces and successfully eliminated them, you have greatly suppressed Orochimaru's arrogance and thwarted his plot to steal Sasuke. This is a great achievement, so I will count it as an A-Rank mission for you."

"Thank you, Tsunade-sama!"

Everyone was very happy, after all, A-Rank missions were not simple.

Generally, only Special Jonin or even Elite Jonin were qualified to take on such missions. They were quite dangerous, but the rewards were extremely generous.

The rewards here weren't just money; there were also merits. In the future, they could use these merits to exchange for useful things from the Hokage, including Ninjutsu, Genjutsu, Taijutsu, Sealing Jutsu, and even Chakra batteries. In short, they were very useful.