Hokage's office.
"Natsuki's progress really is quite good."
Hiruzen could not help but nod.
Natsuki and Mikoto's spar was a major event at the Ninja Academy, so he had naturally watched the whole thing through the crystal ball.
To be honest, when he first heard the news, he had not thought highly of Natsuki's chances.
The reason was similar to everyone else's. Mikoto had studied four more years and was also a genius of the Uchiha Clan.
Although Natsuki's Sensei was Orochimaru, he still would not have much of an advantage.
Mikoto also had a Jonin guiding her in the Uchiha Clan.
"Was that final Yin Release ninjutsu taught by Orochimaru?"
Hiruzen picked up his pipe and took a puff.
What he could be certain of was that Phantom Blow was not a known Yin Release ninjutsu.
But Konoha had quite a few similar Yin Release ninjutsu, such as the Yamanaka Clan's secret techniques.
At that mont, his brow rose, and he turned to look at the window.
"Why do you always co in through the window?"
Hiruzen asked sowhat helplessly.
"It's faster through the window."
Jiraiya walked up to him, took out a scroll, and said, "This is the current situation in the Land of Rain."
Hiruzen's expression turned serious when he heard this, and he opened the scroll.
There was a lot written on the scroll, but it could be summarized into two points.
First, the conflict between Iwa and Suna in the Land of Rain was gradually expanding.
Second, A was restless and was gathering war supplies, seemingly preparing to join this war.
"Hanzō really is bold."
After reading it, Hiruzen said in a deep voice.
Ever since the system of one nation, one village was established, the shinobi world had been a competition between the Five Great Nations and the Five Great Villages.
As for the other small nations and small villages, their greatest role was to act as buffers and beco battlefields for the Five Great Nations and Five Great Villages.
There was no helping it. The gap in strength between them and the Five Great Nations and Five Great Villages was too great.
"Hanzō is powerful and ambitious. Now that he sees an opportunity, he definitely won't miss it."
Jiraiya slowly said, "Especially that summoning beast of his, the salamander. It is a natural war machine."
The most dangerous thing about the salamander was that it could release large-scale poison mist.
And its poison had yet to be cured by anyone.
If it appeared on the battlefield, then for the vast majority of shinobi, it would be a death warrant.
"For now, this war has not spread to Konoha."
Hiruzen tapped his pipe and said, "But the Land of Rain borders the Land of Fire. Once the scale expands, it will be very difficult for us to stay out of it."
"That's right."
Jiraiya agreed and said, "Konoha must make preparations early."
"I will have Koharu and the others handle this matter."
Hiruzen paused and said, "You've worked hard for so long. Rest properly for a few days."
Jiraiya nodded.
"Since you're back, let Minato continue learning from you."
Hiruzen teased, "You need to work hard, or all the attention will belong to Natsuki."
"What did he do now?"
Jiraiya asked curiously.
"He just defeated sixth-year Uchiha Mikoto."
Hiruzen answered.
Jiraiya could not help but freeze.
Although he did not know much about Mikoto, he was well aware of the strength of the Uchiha Clan.
Jiraiya imdiately felt a sense of urgency.
Ever since childhood, he had been competing with Orochimaru, but he had lost more often than he had won.
Hiruzen had once evaluated Orochimaru, saying he was a brilliant youth, a genius who only appeared once every several decades.
Because of this, Jiraiya had even felt jealous, believing that in Hiruzen's heart, there was only Orochimaru.
Of course, after growing up, he had let go of much of it.
It was just that the competition between Minato and Natsuki reminded him of himself and Orochimaru in the past.
In short, he could not let that damn snake act so smug.
"He didn't just defeat Uchiha Mikoto."
Hiruzen took out a Blue Healing Potion and said, "If war truly breaks out, perhaps this can help us gain an advantage."
"What is this?"
Jiraiya asked in confusion.
"Blue Healing Potion, invented by Natsuki."
Hiruzen briefly explained the cause and effect.
Jiraiya was imdiately stunned.
This was a seven-year-old?
At the sa ti, at Orochimaru's residence.
"Sensei, I defeated Uchiha Mikoto."
Natsuki got straight to the point.
"Mm."
Orochimaru nodded and said, "You didn't waste your effort over the past month."
"Sensei, haven't I been studying Yin Release during this period? Today, I gained so insight by chance and created a Yin Release ninjutsu myself."
Natsuki was referring to Phantom Blow.
"You've already created a shadow secret technique?"
Orochimaru could not help but reveal a shocked expression.
"It's not a shadow secret technique."
Natsuki shook his head and said, "I'll demonstrate it for you."
Both Shadow Space and Shadow Assassin far surpassed Systematic Magic, Phantom Blow in both effect and difficulty.
If he directly demonstrated Shadow Space and Shadow Assassin, that would be too monstrous.
Besides, he had not unlocked Shadow Assassin yet.
Phantom Blow!
Natsuki raised his hand and aid it at Orochimaru.
Orochimaru stood in place and only felt his head grow dizzy.
But he was not Uchiha Mikoto. He broke free from Phantom Blow in just an instant.
Orochimaru nodded slightly, and the surprise on his face faded.
Phantom Blow was essentially the most basic application of Yin Release ninjutsu, sending out a ntal wave to strike the target.
At Natsuki's age, creating Phantom Blow was still sothing he could accept.
But it was still enough to surprise him.
Perhaps Natsuki really could beco a second Senju Tobirama.
From another perspective, he could also perfectly inherit Orochimaru's teachings.
"From now on, you are my student."
Orochimaru spoke.
Natsuki's heart could not help but shake.
Had he finally beco official?
Nawaki smiled when he heard this.
It was now confird that Natsuki was his teammate.
The next afternoon.
Natsuki arrived at the entrance of Konoha at the agreed ti.
Mikoto was already waiting.
Natsuki's eyes narrowed slightly.
Mikoto today did not look as calm as yesterday. There was a bit more gloom to her.
Could it be that the Uchiha Clan was dissatisfied with her losing to him?
This kind of thing was indeed possible.
After all, the Uchiha Clan was full of unstable people.
"Mikoto-senpai."
Natsuki walked forward and greeted her.
"Mm."
Mikoto nodded and said, "I'll take you to the crow clan. They live in the Forest of Death."
No wonder she had asked him to co to the village entrance.
The trees around Konoha all belonged to the Forest of Death.
Natsuki followed her for a few minutes, then arrived at the crow clan's location.
He stopped and raised his head, seeing dense clusters of crows perched on the trees.
This scene looked sowhat eerie.
Mikoto walked forward and explained their purpose.
To Natsuki's surprise, the crow clan agreed very readily.
[Congratulations to the host for obtaining the crow, Kurohane.]
[When the crow Kurohane is summoned using the Ten Shadows Technique, its flight speed is fixedly increased by 30%.]
Natsuki nodded in satisfaction.
The greatest use of a summoning beast like a crow was to deliver intelligence.
The increase in flight speed was perfectly appropriate.
Natsuki did not take Kurohane away and let it continue staying in the Forest of Death.
When he needed it, he could simply summon it.
"Natsuki."
After hesitating for a long ti, Mikoto finally asked, "When are you free? I want to spar with you again."
"Mikoto-senpai, our strength is evenly matched. Either of us could win or lose, and one fight can't prove much."
Natsuki thought for a mont and suggested, "Why don't we fight three more matches? Including yesterday's match, perhaps we can end in a tie."
With each side winning two matches, and with him being Orochimaru's student, the Uchiha Clan would most likely be able to accept it.
As for him, he did not care that much about victory or defeat. What he cared about was his system and character templates.
Moreover, Mikoto knew both genjutsu and Fire Release, so she could just help him unlock the Shippo Template.
Mikoto instinctively raised her head.
Natsuki's hint was very obvious, and she understood it as soon as she heard it.
Not only had he noticed her situation, but he had even thought of a solution?
For a mont, her feelings were very complicated.
(To be continued.)
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