Chapter 209: Ch.209 Threat!
Uchiha Shinji was still considering the two new slots for his "attendants."
After thinking it over, he realized Neji was the only suitable candidate left. As for Sasuke, Kimimaro, or Naruto:
Either their strength wasn't sufficient to deal with demons, or their loyalty couldn't be guaranteed, leaving room for leaks.
In short, none of them were suitable for now.
"I'll wait and see," Shinji thought, shaking his head.
He decided to hold off until Neji's cell fusion experiments yielded further results before deciding whether to give Neji one of the "attendant" slots.
After all, becoming his attendant was not an easy position; without sufficient strength, it could cost them their life at any moment.
Chōji asked, "Are the Akatsuki really that strong?"
Shikamaru smirked, "The fact that it takes the Five Great Shinobi Villages working together should tell you just how troublesome the Akatsuki are!"
"I've seen them firsthand. If you ever encounter them, don't even think about fighting—just run for your life!"
Kiba spoke with a lingering sense of dread, clearly recalling his encounter with Akatsuki members during their mission to retrieve Sasuke.