Naruto and Sasuke are doing nothing; Madara and I will set an example.

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As he typed on the keyboard, the robotic arm on the workbench above Qing's instrument panel rapidly filled his left side with various parts.

At this moment, young talents truly connect with the current situation.

So, I survived Mr. Chen's attack and was successfully retrieved into the base by Shell? Then this man is...

Qing stopped moving and, after regaining his composure, said, "Although I have already guessed your identity, I would still like to ask if you are Mr. Amado from the inner circle?"

Amado did not answer until the manual operation was over. He then switched the operation mode to the automatic mode of CNC programming, and used his free right hand to pinch the cigarette butt in his mouth and stub it out in the ashtray next to him, which was already full of cigarette butts.

"Pop." He slowly lit another cigarette, took a deep breath, exhaled a thick wisp of smoke, and then turned his gaze to Qing, speaking calmly.

"It's me. Qing, you've completed the task assigned to you by Master Guoxin and survived. As agreed, you will be promoted to become a member of the inner formation."

"Ah... I see." Although it was within Qing's expectations, he was still grateful for the positive feedback he had received after risking his life.

Mr. Chen, that's great... We've taken the most crucial step in the Hunt for Ada operation.

Chapter 143 The Shell's Appearance

They did not become complacent.

"I see..." Qing withdrew his gaze, revealing a self-deprecating expression: "Even if I become part of the inner formation, I won't be of much use anymore, my left side is almost shattered."

"The moment Uchiha Chen fired a beam at me with his mechanical hand cannon, if it weren't for the Byakugan amplification device, a scientific ninja tool given to me by the layman, which absorbed most of the cannon's firepower, I would probably have been pulverized."

Amado held a cigarette between his fingers and said casually, "As long as you're not dead, there's no problem. I'm implanting a 'regeneration core' exclusive to the Inner Array into you, as well as a brand-new scientific ninja tool that can complement your 'Byakugan.' Once completed, it will be enough for you to unleash a powerful combat force worthy of the Inner Array."

Qing exclaimed, "Is that so? This is such cutting-edge technology. I am truly honored to have been chosen by you."

Amado flicked his cigarette ash and said, "Opportunities are earned. There are plenty of people who can replace you."

"When faced with the death threat from Uchiha Chen, in order not to reveal any information about the organization, you did not hesitate to provoke him with words, forcing him to kill you. This loyalty and decisiveness is what I truly value about you."

Qing thought to herself: Mr. Chen, I won the bet... But at the last moment, you should have 'held back', right? Otherwise, with the power of that hand cannon, even if I could absorb part of it, it would have been enough to pulverize me.

Qing asked, "Was it Guoxin Jushi who brought me back here?"

Amado said, "No, he and Dilda went out on a mission to bring back the 'device' and haven't returned yet. It was Aoya who brought you back."

"Hello~" A clear voice came from the center console on the right. A girl with long, straight black hair and fair skin, who had the Roman numeral VIII tattooed on her forehead, turned around and waved to Qing. (Attached photo below)

Shell inside array, Ao Ya

“Ao Ya is a member of the inner circle and also a capable assistant in my research. However, Ao Ya will not be needed in the later stages of the research.”

"Once your modifications are complete, you and Ao Ya will form a two-person team to carry out Shell's assignments. I have a feeling that the coming period will be a turbulent one for the organization."

What was said in jest was taken seriously by the listener: a research assistant? So... she possesses a lot of Amado's research secrets, could she be a breakthrough point to obtain information about the location of the container sealing Aida?

Qing closed her eyes, remaining calm and composed: "I will follow your arrangements."

"Buzz!" At this moment, the base gate opened in the surveillance footage... Guoxin Jushi and Diruda walked in together.

"Didn't you bring the instrument back?" Amado stubbed out his cigarette in the ashtray.

In the corridor, a burly man, dressed in a black robe and with the Roman numeral III tattooed on his face, leaned against the wall.

As Delta passed by with a livid face, he taunted, "Yo~, Delta, you're back. Why do you look so constipated?"

Intrashell array, Borro. (See attached image)

Intrashell array, Borough

"Boom!" Diruda furiously slammed his regenerating leg into the wall next to him!

"I'm sick!"

Boro laughed heartily: "Hahaha, you look full of energy! That puts my mind at ease!"

Not far away, a boy with messy, reddish-brown curly hair and a Roman numeral VI under his right eye leaned against the table, resting his chin on his hand, and said to Deluda in a feminine tone, "If you encounter any trouble that you can't handle, Boro and I wouldn't mind stepping in to help you sort it out~".

The inner circle, led by Kaud, is also a successor to the 'White Wedge' technique. (See attached image)

In-shell array, Codd

“Korde… Stop talking nonsense.” Diruda clenched her fists, the thought of that figure in the black divine robe filled her with a pervasive fear that made her tremble uncontrollably.

However, it was concealed by the black robe she was wearing, so it couldn't be seen.

Uchiha Chen, that kind of monster, is simply beyond your and Boro's capabilities; only Jigen can handle it.

Speak of Cixian, and Cixian arrives.

He was dressed in a white monk's robe and walked from the end of the corridor. (See attached photo)

Shell Leader, Cixian

"Diruda, what's going on? The equipment wasn't brought back?"

Dilda's face immediately fell, unsure how to explain what had happened.

At this moment, Layman Guoxin stepped forward and said, "Let me explain the situation."

Cixian said, "Oh, the lay Buddhist has come too, that's wonderful."

Guoxin Jushi quickly prepared his words.

At the time, as a condition for getting Uchiha Chen to let him leave, he proposed not to reveal any information about Chen's abilities.

However, this is ultimately a 'gentleman's agreement,' and whether or not it should be followed, and to what extent it should be followed, is ultimately beyond Chen's control.

But...Guoxin Jushi had his own considerations from the beginning, so he decided to respect the promise.

He said, "'The weapon' fell into the hands of the Hidden Leaf Village and was protected by the Hokage Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha."

Cixian's expression remained unchanged: "And then?"

Kashin Koji said, "Deluda and the Hokage exchanged blows, and Deluda was initially in the lead. But then, Uchiha Chen suddenly appeared, disrupting the original rhythm."

“Uchiha… Chen.” Jigen narrowed his eyes slightly.

The legendary figure who defeated Kinshiki and Momoshiki, the leader of the Dark Ninja Village whose whereabouts remain unknown to this day.

"You fought him?"

The following answer is crucial.

If it's information that Cixian could obtain with a little effort, then his lying is no different from courting death.

Therefore, selective concealment is necessary.

"They've exchanged blows..."

"He was very strong, and we were forced to make a strategic retreat. After that, we know nothing about what happened between him and Konoha..."

Cixian said, "Be more specific, how exactly do you mean to strengthen it..."

Just as Guoxin Jushi was pondering how to begin,

Amado came over.

"I've gathered some information about Uchiha Chen's battle. It was recorded directly by 'Ao,' who just became an inner member, using a high-speed camera. It's very clear and intuitive. Would you like to take a look?"

"Oh?" Cixian raised an eyebrow, revealing his interest.

“Then I really need to take a good look.” Cixian: “Together? Boro, Kaode.”

Boro: "Heh, it doesn't matter, I'm free anyway."

Caud: "Oh my, oh my, I'd like to see what kind of guy can make even Diruda leave disappointed."

Delta: Tch! You'll see how terrifying this guy is once you see him!

Cixian and the inner circle members gathered in the control room and sat on the sofa.

Amado pressed the remote control.

It felt like being there in person.

The high-speed camera, inserted into the right eye by 'Qing', recorded a first-person perspective shot of a man wearing a sailor blue and white collared t-shirt carrying two bags of groceries walking towards them...

Chapter 144 The Mobilization of the Shell

Seeing Chen appear in the frame carrying ingredients, Bo Luo teased, "Oh my~ He seems like a man who enjoys life, but I wonder how strong he is."

On the screen, Chen stopped and said in a detached tone, "If I'm not mistaken, you're the Byakugan of Kirigakure, aren't you?"

A young voice rang out from the background: "Oh? I'm truly honored that you recognize my name. Mr. Uchiha Chen!"

Leaning back on the sofa, Codd picked at his ear and said, "Heh~ He even slept with her first, acting all high and mighty. Is this guy really that famous outside?"

The hand reaching out in the scene opens the box next to it and takes out the scientific ninja tool Gatling gun.

The camera panned up... Qing, wearing a camera, stood up.

"Excuse me for being blunt, but all I want is to kill you, or be killed by you."

"What a strange request~." In the scene, Chen picked up the plastic bags in both hands and said, "Can I put down these bags first? These are ingredients for making soup tonight."

"Pfft!" Boro chuckled. "Soup? It's not turtle soup, is it? It's for nourishing kidneys!"

Cixian rested her chin on her hand, staring intently at the screen, and said, "Boro, Kaud, can you two be quiet for a second?"

"No~" came Qing's answer in a wicked tone from the screen.

"Bang!" The Gatling gun flashed and fired at the man opposite.

"Is that so? What a pity." One eye was visible beneath Chen's bangs.

Cixian's expression shifted, and he raised an eyebrow: "Oh? The Rinnegan."

In the next scene, Chen summons the mechanical arm of the Asura Path and launches a section of his wrist like a cannonball... The explosion obscures his figure.

When the flames subsided again, Chen had already used a mechanical arm to lift the modified Gatling gun.

Boro exclaimed in surprise, "That's... a scientific ninja tool!? This guy can use scientific ninja tools too!?"

Amado, puffing on his cigarette, said, "That's called the [Asura Path]. It's said to be one of the six powers of the Rinnegan, and can be considered a scientific ninja tool that comes with the Rinnegan."

"Bang bang bang!" The Gatling gun in Chen's hand, emitting blue flames, collided with the Gatling gun in Qing's hand, emitting yellow flames... In an instant, the scene was filled with light pollution.

Even the deafening sounds of gunfire vibrated in our ears.

Codd frowned, covered his ears, and said, "My eyes are almost blinded by the light, it's so flashy..."

"Impossible! The organization's latest scientific ninja tool achievement has been suppressed head-on by similar means!?" Ao's exclamation rang out, and the scene flipped and flashed by, showing a house collapsing.

Boro: "Oh dear~, it looks like this outer formation, Qing, has been deflated."

The camera begins to circle rapidly around the dust... It's because Aoki is no longer able to fight head-on, so he starts to maneuver and fire in bursts.

Dust remained motionless, carrying the ingredients, and used a robotic arm to lift the Gatling gun and fire.

The gun barrel in Qing's hand melted, and the mottled blue fireball that shot in front of the lens was suddenly blurred by a series of lines.

Amado, with a cigarette between two fingers, explained to the crowd, "It was the Byakugan amplifier, a scientific ninja tool worn by Ao, that triggered it, absorbing the blue fireball launched by the Asura Path."

The fireball disappeared, the scene returned to normal, and then the camera quickly moved forward.

Although the first-person perspective doesn't show Qing's face, everyone imagined Qing charging at Chen, who was fully armed, with his bare hands.

Boro spoke up fairly: "Hey, this guy outside the formation is really going all out, isn't he? He's charging forward instead of running away!"

"Whoosh!" The water quickly filled the camera lens, submerging Xiang Chen's figure.

Then, in the blink of an eye, the water dragon shrank, and Chen's face appeared up close before everyone's eyes!

Kaud said, "Absorption similar to Karma, that's also a power of the Rinnegan, right?"

The camera shook for a moment, and when it stabilized again, it was a close-up of Chen's face from a downward angle.

As you can see, he used his robotic arm to choke the camera's owner in mid-air. The Gatling gun is gone; it has been replaced with a precision hand cannon that emits purple light and makes a "pop pop" sound.

He stared intently at the camera: "You scoundrel, I have no grudge against you. I don't know why you ambushed me here today. Tell me, I don't want to kill anyone at my doorstep. If you confess honestly, I might give you a way out! But if I hear something that angers me, then things might be different."

After Chen said these words, Qing began his righteous and sarcastic remarks.

The satirical content is omitted here.

"That's enough, enough for me to grind you to dust."

The camera is filled with golden shimmer... then the scene ends.

"Ah~~~~!" Cowd yawned deeply: "Boring~. I thought it would be much stronger."