Naruto: My Clones Can Evolve

"Sorry, not interested," Genzuki replied coldly.

"In that case, our Akatsuki organization will do everything in its power to eliminate you. Don't think… you're already invincible in this world!" Sasori sneered.

"Sorry to disappoint you, but Akatsuki will never know I exist," Genzuki said with a smirk. "Sasori, do you really think I'd let you leave here alive?"

Genzuki's sword was already pressed against Sasori's neck. He knew Sasori's real body was hidden within this puppet.

"Apologies, Genzuki, but you can't kill me!" Sasori said with a sinister smile. "Because my real body isn't even here!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Sasori's puppet body began to tremble violently, seemingly on the verge of exploding.

"Water Transformation!" Genzuki quickly shouted.

Both he and Suigetsu immediately activated the Water Transformation Technique, narrowly avoiding the explosion of Sasori's puppet.

The blast sent countless poisonous iron needles flying in all directions. Even a slight scratch from one could result in a dire outcome.

"Genzuki, we'll meet again sooner or later," Sasori's puppet head said with a faint smile. "When that time comes, I'll show you the vast difference between my art and Deidara's boring art."

"Before then, I'll help spread your name far and wide." With those parting words, the puppet's head fell silent.

It seemed Sasori had used some method to remotely control this puppet from a distance. Genzuki snorted coldly in response to Akatsuki's threat. "Come at me anytime."

A few minutes later, Suigetsu buried Deidara's body and placed a simple grave marker.

"I didn't expect you to do something like this," Genzuki said with a faint smile.

"After all, we're both rogue ninja… both homeless," Suigetsu muttered. "Boss, you're not mad, right?"

Genzuki shook his head. "The Akatsuki is already targeting me, and the Daimyō of the Land of Earth will also try to get rid of me. Aren't you afraid you'll die by following me?"

Suigetsu shook his head again. "If you hadn't held back earlier, I'd already be dead. Besides, with your strength, Boss there's no way you'd be afraid of those guys."

Genzuki nodded in satisfaction. "To secretly counter these people, I'm going to establish a new organization. We'll use this organization to steadily expand our power."

"Great idea, Boss!" Suigetsu's eyes lit up. "What's the name of our organization?"

"We'll name it after me," Genzuki said. "It'll be called the Moon Organization."

That night, the Moon Organization was officially founded.

The next morning, Yuri awoke blushing, realizing she had somehow ended up sleeping in Genzuki's bed. Numerous Earth-style barriers around the village told her exactly what had happened.

"Lady Yuri, we couldn't find you anywhere last night! Who would've thought you'd be in Genzuki's room?" Kageyama said awkwardly.

"Don't mention it," Yuri said coldly. "What happened last night?"

As Kageyama recounted the events, he still found it hard to believe. "Genzuki… he killed the rogue ninja Deidara all by himself and forced Sasori to flee!"

"And not a single villager was injured."

Yuri couldn't believe her ears. Both Deidara and Sasori were well-known S-rank rogue ninja of the Akatsuki. Even one of them alone could easily wipe out the entire village. But Genzuki had…

"It seems Genzuki truly is a blessing for our village," Yuri said softly.

At that moment, Genzuki walked in with a smile. "Miss Yuri, how did you sleep last night?"

Yuri's face flushed red, and she silently nodded. Genzuki gestured for Kageyama to leave.

"I have something to discuss with Miss Yuri," he said.

Without hesitation, Kageyama left the room. Yuri thought Genzuki intended to finish what hadn't happened last night, and her heart raced. Despite being in her twenties, she was still an innocent girl.

"Miss Yuri, why is your face so red?" Genzuki asked, puzzled.

"Huh?" Yuri snapped out of her daze.

"I'm here to tell you something important." Genzuki then shared the information Sasori had revealed.

"As expected, the Daimyōs see Charcoal Shinobi Village as a thorn in their side," Yuri said, her expression turning serious.

Genzuki smiled and gently patted her head. "Don't worry. No matter who they send, I'm confident I can kill them. But I can't stay in the village, or I'll bring endless trouble to you all."

"I can protect you once, but there will always be a time when I fail…"

Yuri's eyes reddened upon hearing Genzuki's decision to leave. "But if you leave, what will we do if enemies attack? I'm scared…"

"That's why I'm leaving Suigetsu here," Genzuki said with a smile.

"Suigetsu? Will he be willing to protect us?" Yuri was surprised.

"Don't forget, he's my little brother," Genzuki said. "However, his current strength isn't enough. I need to help him recover a few things to ensure he's strong enough to protect you."

Although reluctant, Yuri respected Genzuki's decision. Genzuki didn't want to part ways with Yuri so soon either—her beauty was truly captivating. But for now, increasing his strength was more important. If the Akatsuki came prepared next time, he would be in serious danger.

"Why are you crying? It's not like I'm not coming back," Genzuki said, pulling Yuri into a gentle hug and kissing her lightly on the lips.

Yuri's face turned as red as an apple. "That was your first kiss, wasn't it?" Genzuki asked.

Yuri nodded silently. Even Genzuki felt a bit awkward. As the Charcoal Village Leader, she was still such a pure-hearted big sister.

"Before you go, do you remember the favor I asked you?" Yuri suddenly said.

"Yes, I remember."

"I wanted you to use the Earth Release: Resurrection Technique to revive my parents… I just want to know who was responsible for their deaths."

Genzuki paused for a moment before nodding. "They were buried in Iwagakure. If you pass through there one day, please help me find out the truth," Yuri said.

"Now go… if I look at you any longer, I'll feel even more reluctant to let you leave."

Turning away, Yuri quietly wiped her tears. Genzuki said nothing, silently closing the door behind him.

"Goodbye, Miss Yuri."

A few minutes later, at the village entrance, the Charcoal Shinobi stood in two lines to bid farewell to Genzuki and Suigetsu.

"Lord Genzuki, what will we do without you?"

"You've saved us so many times, and we haven't even properly thanked you!"

Hearing these words, Genzuki felt a little embarrassed. He had never set out to save people on purpose; he just didn't like watching others die in front of him. Every action he took was ultimately for his own benefit.

"Genzuki, these few days felt like a dream," Kageyama said with a smile. "From the moment I met you, I knew you were extraordinary."

"Take care," Genzuki replied with a calm smile.