On the playground of the Ninja Academy.
"Speed up and run faster; there are still a few events to train for."
Under the blazing sun, Hagoromo Yi spoke to the students who were doing physical training.
After the midterm exams, students who thought they could relax for a while found that their teachers seemed to have become stricter.
As Hagoromo observed the students, she began taking notes in her notebook.
Jiraiya's return from injury made Hagoromo even more eager to increase his strength.
Therefore, after his conversation with Hiruzen Sarutobi, he resumed his previous teaching work.
After all, the promotion task is almost completed, and now all that's left is to further improve one's abilities.
[Physical Training Class Evaluation: A+, Award: Inch Power Eight Gates (Mastery)]
Hagoromo was somewhat surprised after finishing her physical training session; she hadn't expected it to be a complete set of Taijutsu.
Driven by curiosity, Hagoromo began to examine this Inch Power Eight Gates.
"Hmm? A localized Hokage version of 'Wing Chun'?"
A pure Chakra- Taijutsu.
Internal energy was actually extended to the use of Chakra, and the Crescent Moon Breathing Method was even improved upon.
You can accelerate Chakra regeneration by adjusting your breathing rhythm.
The "Inch Force" was changed to a compressed Chakra that is released instantly.
That's not even the most important thing. This set of Inch Power Eight Gates actually has hidden secrets that can be developed!
However, the Hagoromo she obtained was at the Mastery level, and for the time being, only two of them could be used.
Moreover, the cost was not small, namely...
[Tiger Hunt: Sun-Character Straight Punch combined with compressed Chakra a shockwave, forming a 'tiger head' shaped air cannon.]
[No-Self Realm: Compresses Chakra to the cellular level, entering the 'Absolute Domain,' where all attacks are accompanied by 'Chakra shockwaves,' disrupting the enemy's meridian system.]
It's a bit twisted, but it's very practical.
It seems that if I combine my Yang Release Nintaijutsu with these two ultimate techniques, wouldn't that indirectly allow me to contend with the last two gates of the Eight Gates Formation?
It's not a reward for Ninjutsu, but it's even more useful than a reward for Ninjutsu.
Hagoromo was very satisfied with the reward. After all, the development of Yang Release Nintaijutsu was just a pure application of Chakra, and it didn't come with a complete set of rewards like this.
"Unexpectedly, an A+ grade in class resulted in a reward usually reserved for an S grade."
Moreover, almost all of his disciples can learn this Taijutsu, which is attribute-less yet allows each of them to incorporate their own Chakra attribute after Proficient.
This creates a different effect.
Who would dare withstand an air cannon radiating scorching heat or Wind Nature?
Looks like I'll have to keep a close eye on my lovely students during the upcoming physical education classes to make sure they do well!
"However, it seems I also need to strengthen my physical training."
Even Hagoromo herself finds it difficult to fully utilize this set of Taijutsu.
As for Naruto and the others, they need to train even harder.
--
"Subsequent physical training will be increased, followed by sparring every three days."
On the training ground, Hagoromo spoke to her disciples.
Sasuke, who had originally planned to train in Lightning Release Nature Transformation, was taken aback, not understanding why his teacher suddenly wanted to increase physical training.
"Teacher! Is there any Taijutsu you'd like to teach us?"
On the contrary, it was Naruto, who was usually the least bright, who spoke excitedly.
After all, their own teachers only provide additional training when they are about to teach them certain techniques.
This time, however, it's not like before, where it's purely about physical fitness and combat. It can only be about Taijutsu.
"Hey, our Naruto's even thinking ahead and answering questions now."
Hagoromo gave Naruto an approving thumbs-up and said.
"Teacher, is there anything special about this Taijutsu?"
Sasuke, standing to the side, knew exactly what this Taijutsu was like.
"Well, how should I put it? It's comparable to S-rank Ninjutsu, of course, I'm referring to the final stage of training."
Hagoromo simply raised a finger and said.
"Teacher! Can I directly use my Sharingan to copy?"
Upon hearing that Sasuke possessed such power, he immediately asked...
Hagoromo tapped Sasuke's head lightly with her fingers together, and said helplessly:
"The Sharingan's ability to copy is only a basic copy; in short, it lacks systematic training."
"It will only be a superficial imitation, not a true representation of the essence, and thus it will lose its original power."
"Therefore, Sasuke, I want you to understand that before you reach the Mitsudomoe, the Sharingan is merely an auxiliary tool, not a path to advancement that you rely on for survival."
Of course, Mangekyo are an exception.
Hagoromo naturally wouldn't say these words aloud, but as his disciple...
If Sasuke thinks he can simply copy any technique just because he's awakened the Sharingan, then he's completely wasting his talent.
Moreover, even if Sasuke currently only knows Fire Nature Transformation, could copy many Ninjutsu...
That way, they definitely won't be able to perform at their best.
"Yes, teacher!" Sasuke responded, noticing Hagoromo's seriousness for the first time.
It seems not bad.
"Hehe, you idiot Sasuke." Naruto secretly mocked Sasuke from the side.
Sasuke:...
That idiot Dead Last!
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Inside the Hokage's Office, Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a helpless expression:
"Jiraiya, you're injured, can't you just rest first?"
On the sofa, Jiraiya was flushed, but the bandages were still visible on his neck.
"No, old man, you know I can't stand it."
Jiraiya shook his head and said that he was not the type to stay in one place for too long.
Although there are pretty nurses at Konoha Hospital, Jiraiya is definitely not in the mood for them right now.
"Sigh, let's not pursue Orochimaru's matter for now. The Land of Rice Fields is in trouble because of this recent destruction."
"We've already lodged a protest; if we delve any further, I'm afraid the other ninja villages will use this as an excuse to cause trouble."
Hiruzen Sarutobi leaned back in his office chair with a sigh and said.
"Yes, that's what I think too." Jiraiya nodded.
Some things still need to be done in moderation.
Although he found a few high-ranking officials under control in the Land of Rice Fields last time, who can be sure that this is all there is?
"Then why are you in such a hurry to leave?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi asked with some curiosity, after all, he had noticed something was wrong with his disciple when he was in the hospital.
"Nothing, just wanted to confirm a few things."
Jiraiya shook his head without saying anything, after all, that was just Orochimaru's explanation.
He had been wandering the Shinobi World for many years, searching for the whereabouts of those disciples, but to no avail.
"Fine, I can't stop people who want to leave."
Seeing Jiraiya's Hiruzen Sarutobi said nothing more and waved his hand.
"Old man, it's time to find an heir; after all, you're getting on in years."
Jiraiya then stood up to take his leave, but after thinking for a moment, he said...
"Get lost. If you're so keen, you can take my place right now."
Hiruzen Sarutobi said irritably.
"Never mind then, I'll be going now. Oh, and please tell Hagoromo for me."
Jiraiya hearing this, Jiraiya quickly pushed open the door, waving his hand as he spoke.
"Call--"
As the door gradually closed, Hiruzen Sarutobi a deep puff of smoke.