The ninjas from these small ninja villages were recruited to plunder Konoha's resources, and they would definitely not leave anything that could prove their identity on them.
After all, if their identities were exposed, it would bring disaster to his village.
"Since we can't find out, then chop off their heads and seal them with a space scroll. When we return to the village, give them to Anbu and see if they can find out."
Hatake Sakumo immediately gave the order.
"Yes, Captain."
Sarutobi Juro immediately went to do as he was told.
He chopped off the enemy's heads one by one and sealed them inside the scroll.
"The ninjutsu they used were all common ninjutsu, and they should not be ninjas from the major ninja villages."
Sarutobi Juro said after doing all the analysis.
"That's right. The ninjutsu they used were all ordinary ninjutsu. Although they have more chakra than us, they are no match for us when it comes to fighting."
Another Konoha Shinobi spoke up.
"A small ninja village definitely doesn't have the guts to provoke us. There is definitely a large ninja village taking the lead here."
"The Jōnin I fought doesn't look like something a small ninja village could produce."
Hatake Sakumo shook his head and said, then glanced at Jiraiya.
It seems to be saying that the reason I am one step slower than you is because my opponent is stronger.
Hatake Sakumo also wanted to save some face for himself.
Jiraiya could naturally understand the meaning behind Hatake Sakumo's eyes.
I feel speechless.
You are a Jōnin, how can you be so serious with me?
"These ninjas are so bold. If we can find out the forces behind them, they will definitely pay a heavy price."
Sarutobi Juro said bitterly.
"This time it was all thanks to Jiraiya for discovering the enemy in advance, otherwise we would have suffered some losses."
Hatake Sakumo praised Jiraiya.
"Now all the herbs are ripe. We must be more vigilant and must not let anything go wrong with them." Hatake Sakumo said seriously.
Hatake then re-planned the patrol plan.
This group of sneak attack ninjas can be regarded as a warning to Hatake Sakumo and others.
Now Konoha Shinobi Village is known as the strongest ninja village.
At least that's what all the Konoha Shinobi think.
Therefore, the Konoha Shinobi stationed here had no sense of urgency at all, and were very perfunctory during their daily patrols.
I think no ninja would dare to come here to plunder the herbs.
But what happened today made them realize it.
After all, there are still some daring ninjas.
After the tasks were assigned, Jiraiya and the others followed Hatake Sakumo back to the camp.
As for the border, four Konoha Shinobi remained on duty, and the number of patrols doubled from before.
Back at the camp, Hatake Sakumo called Jiraiya into his room alone.
"Jiraiya, the ninja sword in your hand is extremely extraordinary. If you use it in front of others in the future, you must not leave anyone alive. Otherwise, once the news of this ninja tool is leaked, it will cause you a lot of trouble."
After entering the house, Hatake Sakumo said to Jiraiya.
While he was fighting, he naturally noticed Jiraiya's ninja sword.
He was somewhat envious of the function and sharpness of this ninja sword.
It is more powerful than his family heirloom sword, White Fang.
"I understand that."
Jiraiya nodded and said.
An extremely precious ninja tool like the Thunderfire Blade can attract many ninjas.
If his role were fully exposed, there would definitely be many ninjas coming to snatch it.
Especially the ninjas who are good at Fire Style and Lightning Style, they are simply unable to restrain their greed.
"If you wish, I can hide the function of your ninja tool when writing the battle report."
"Although the companions in the village are all trustworthy, no one can guarantee that there is no one with a dark heart."
Hatake Sakumo said cautiously.
This was also a gesture of goodwill towards Jiraiya.
After all, Jiraiya has demonstrated amazing talent and immense strength.
It is worth interacting with.
Jiraiya could naturally understand Hatake Sakumo's good intentions.
Otherwise, with Hatake Sakumo's level, there would be no need to ask for his opinion when writing the combat report for this battle.
Jiraiya thought for a moment and said, "This ninja sword of mine was left to me by my parents. It has a bright origin. And I trust the village. Just write the report truthfully."
He didn't want to hide the Thunderfire Blade.
Even if Hatake Sakumo helps him hide it now, it will be exposed in the future.
Unless he seals the Thunder and Fire Blade and doesn't use it.
This is obviously impossible.
So late exposure and early exposure are the same, there is almost no difference.
The Thunder and Fire Blade is an extremely powerful ninja tool.
Once the news gets to the village's top leaders, someone will definitely become interested.
However, as long as it is not an Elite Jōnin or a Kage-level character who does it personally, Jiraiya believes that no one can take the Vice Admiral ninja tool away from him.
He still has some confidence in this.
Currently, there are a very limited number of Elite Jōnin and Kage-level characters in Konoha Village, and they are all well-known figures. It is impossible for them to attack the ninjas in the village just because of a ninja tool. At most, they will send their men to steal it.
"Jiraiya, what kind of existence is Konoha Village in your mind?"
Hatake Sakumo asked.
"I like the current environment of Konoha very much. It is worth protecting with my life, but not all people in the village are included."
Jiraiya replied.
"Your answer is quite interesting."
Hatake Sakumo laughed and then looked into Jiraiya's eyes and asked, "You asked me to report truthfully. Do you really believe in the village or in your own ability?"
"If someone in the village really tries to steal your ninja tools, what will you do?"
"Both."
"If anyone in the village tries to steal my ninja tools, he will be an enemy and no longer a companion. I will naturally kill him."
Jiraiya answered quickly.
"If the other party begs, will you give him a chance to repent?" Hatake Sakumo asked with a frown.
"When he chose to snatch my ninja tools, he was already my enemy. Being kind to the enemy is being cruel to myself. I will not do such a stupid thing."
Thinking of Hatake Sakumo's future tragedy, Jiraiya replied that he hoped to bring about a slight change in Hatake Sakumo's heart so that he would not regard everyone in the village as his companions.
After all, some people are not worthy of being called companions.
To describe them as beasts is a compliment to them.
"Jiraiya, when you have time, come to my house more often."
Hatake Sakumo said with a smile.
He now felt that Jiraiya was very interesting. Although he had some different ideas from him, he was indeed a friend worth making friends with.
He began to write the combat report.
With so many enemies raiding this stronghold, he naturally reported it in detail to the village.
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