Having made the decision and received affirmation from the Shadow Clones and Puppet Disciple, the next step was to take action.
“We must act quickly, or prolonged delays will arouse suspicion,” the Puppet Disciple said.
Qifeng nodded and formed a hand seal.
“Summoning Jutsu!”
Poof!
As the white smoke dissipated, a puppet was summoned by Qifeng.
It had blue-black hair, articulated joints, and wore a brown raincoat.
It was the Third Kazekage Puppet.
Seeing the puppet appear, the Puppet Disciple’s eyes widened. “You’re going to use it?”
“It’s the most suitable choice. All outward aspects of ‘Huoshi’s Obsession’ can be concealed. Its outstanding strength can even rival the Sannin to a certain extent, ensuring that the upper limit of this identity’s strength will make it easier to gain corresponding prestige, status, and power,” Qifeng nodded.
The conversation between the two, one human and one puppet, seemed like an exchange, but in reality, it was a Q\u0026A session with himself.
“He is a Magnet Release ninja.”
“Magnet Release isn’t exclusive to Sunagakure. As far as I know, Yugito Nii of Kumogakure is also a Magnet Release ninja, just not as famous as the Third and Fourth Kazekages.”
Magnet Release, this Kekkei Genkai, isn't uncommon, and it's not inherited through bloodline in the same way as Sharingan, Byakugan, or Shikotsumyaku.
Theoretically, anyone who obtains the right method and combines it with the correct chakra nature transformation can develop Magnet Release. However, even ninjas with the Magnet Release Kekkei Genkai can't explain the exact process.
Luck is very important.
So, why can't luck favor Sarutobi Hizashi?
“Besides, one of the basic attributes of Magnet Release is Wind Release, and the Sarutobi clan has the most genetic inheritance of Wind and Fire Release chakra, which can make it believable.”
Just like the Uchiha clan mostly possesses Fire and Lightning Release, there are, of course, exceptions.
“If you’ve thought it through, then fine,” the Puppet Disciple nodded.
“If I possess Magnet Release, it can make this identity’s strength and status rise more logically,” Qifeng had already conceived his explanation.
Special power inevitably comes with a special status.
“Moreover, the world's perception of Magnet Release is too limited. Perhaps certain restrictions prevent it from reaching the level of Magneto, but I believe there is still room for improvement.”
Qifeng had sufficient confidence in this.
“Then what are we waiting for?” The Puppet Disciple approached.
Qifeng removed the “Huoshi’s Obsession” tag from its face, and the puppet reverted to its original appearance.
It was simple to communicate with oneself.
He then stuck it onto the Third Kazekage Puppet's face.
As the function activated, the Third Kazekage Puppet transformed into Sarutobi Hizashi, his eyes closed, appearing peaceful.
“From now on, the ninja world will be one Puppet Disciple short, and Konoha will gain a Magnet Release Sarutobi Hizashi,” Qifeng murmured.
After that,
He skillfully used the Shadow Clone Technique and Beast Transformation Technique to perfectly control this puppet with his own methods.
“Here, I’ll give you this diary. Go back and let everyone read it together. Finish reading it as soon as possible, and then transmit the memories over,” he gave the diary to the Puppet Disciple and, amidst his slightly resentful gaze, released the Summoning Jutsu.
Reading books, especially such tedious ones, was best left to the Shadow Clones.
Qifeng and “Sarutobi Hizashi” exchanged a smile.
“Whether this succeeds depends on whether we can deceive everyone. The Third Kazekage Puppet is still very valuable, so it’s best not to lose it.”
After speaking, Qifeng used Earth Release to clear all traces from the scene, collected the three corpses, and supported “Sarutobi Hizashi” as they headed towards the Sakamoto Outpost.
...
...
“Hizashi!”
“Hizashi, are you alright?!”
“Hizashi is back!”
Just as they approached the Sakamoto Outpost, some ninjas who were receiving treatment from medical ninjas saw Qifeng supporting Sarutobi Hizashi and revealed expressions of joy.
They thought Sarutobi Hizashi was definitely dead, but they didn't expect him to return alive!
“Sarutobi Hizashi’s” face was slightly pale, his chest covered in scabbed bloodstains, wrapped in blood-stained white bandages.
He revealed a slightly bitter smile, “I was lucky. I happened to run into Qifeng, who provided emergency treatment for my injuries, and I survived.”
It wasn't surprising that Qifeng possessed some medical ninjutsu skills. He occasionally filled in when the medical ninjas at the camp were short-handed.
After all, he was considered a semi-registered disciple of Daixiong, someone who had attended Daixiong's mini-lessons.
Everyone cast grateful glances at Qifeng.
Qifeng smiled extremely modestly.
“It seems Sarutobi Hizashi’s status in this camp isn’t as low as I imagined,” Qifeng thought to himself.
“Hizashi-sama, then I’ll go help out.”
“Okay, thank you this time.”
“It’s my duty.”
Qifeng joined the medical team, helping with some minor tasks.
Sarutobi Hizashi asked the others, “Where is Captain Minato?”
Upon being asked about Minato, the expressions of several people gradually became serious. “He’s still entangled with the Cloud ninjas inside.”
“I understand, I’ll go take a look.”
Saying that, he was about to rush towards the central area of the Sakamoto Outpost.
“Wait! Hizashi, you’re also seriously injured, you don’t need to…” Someone stepped forward to stop him.
