Mitarashi Anko

Shuichi was quite satisfied with his new ninja tools, but then he quickly realized that his combat tactics also needed to be adjusted.

"Perfect timing, Uncle Sato, I also need to prepare some special Senbon pens) and lightweight plastic sleeves."

With these two powerful guns, the way Flying Thunder God can be used can be changed; he no longer needs to use close-range Taijutsu to attack enemies.

In order to maximize the power of bullets in actual combat, the experienced man quickly figured out that shooting the enemy from behind was the simplest way to kill, or using props to interfere with the enemy's movements before firing.

Therefore, he no longer needs the Flying Thunder God Kunai. He plans to bind the spell to the Senbon in the future, or use a more covert method to place the coordinates, which is actually a spatial teleportation to find the gun position.

After hearing this, Sato lost all hope. Shuichi's various ninja tools were all bizarre and mind-blowing, like the Flashbang and Smoke Bomb from before. Now he just did whatever Shuichi said.

After understanding the requirements, Sato immediately got to work. These tasks didn't require any special skills, and as for why the Senbon were made as thick as pencils, he simply couldn't understand it.

More than half a month later, Shuichi finally left the Daimyo's Mansion and returned to Konoha.

Two large boxes of bullets were made in total, and there were only two types: round-nosed bullets far outnumbered pointed bullets.

He now incorporates shooting practice into his daily training, while also practicing the Flying Thunder God even more than before, because the shorter the recovery time after moving, the more threatening his gun-based Ninjutsu becomes.

February has arrived, and this time of year is graduation season at the Ninja Academy. Many students eagerly anticipate their future mentors and teammates, as well as the official start of their ninja careers.

"Anko, come with me for a second!"

The group of Genin had just arrived in the classroom Sanada Tomohisa appeared at the door. Just as they were wondering why their Teacher Sanada, was there, they heard this.

Mitarashi Anko was chatting with the children around her, and she was curious about who her teammates would be when she was suddenly called out by the teacher.

"Me? Teacher Sanada, you've got the wrong person! Did you get fired from the Ninja Academy and now you're going to be my team leader?" She widened her eyes and spoke loudly, clearly an extremely outgoing girl.

Sanada Tomohisa amused and exasperated. "Don't overthink it. I'm just planning to take you to meet your teacher and Senior Brother. Anyway, it's good news, so come on over!"

Anko, looking completely bewildered, wondered why she was different from the other students, but she obediently followed behind him, and the two soon arrived at the office.

"Lord Orochimaru, Shuichi-kun, Anko has been brought. The rest is up to you." Sanada Tomohisa said before leaving.

"So you're Seinichi's child?" Orochimaru rarely showed a relatively kind smile. "Nice to meet you. My name is Orochimaru, and from today onwards I will be your teacher."

"Nice to meet you. My name is Takeda Shuichi. You can call me Senior Brother from now on. Please take care of me."

Anko lit up with surprise when she saw the two of them, and she jumped up with joy when she heard their words, her eyes almost squinting into slits. "Yes, Teacher Orochimaru! Shuichi- Senior Brother! My name is Mitarashi Anko, nice to meet you!"

Shuichi looked at the energetic little girl in front of him, whose every expression was written all over her face without any attempt to hide it. However, such a forthright personality usually makes her quite popular.

"Come with me to the Third Training Ground."

The three of them arrived at the training ground together. Actually, Anko and Shuichi different; she would have to go back to the Ninja Academy later to team up with her friends.

Although the situation in the Shinobi World is relatively stable now, small-scale wars still occur from time to time. Orochimaru and Shuichi are both important combat forces in the village, so they certainly don't have time to bring along a Genin. This is just a chance for everyone to get to know each other.

The topics were nothing more than the same old three things, such as dreams and hobbies. After a few exchanges, Shuichi spoke up on behalf of Orochimaru.

"It's still early, and you're in good form. Your teacher and I are both eager to see your abilities, so let me have a spar with you."

After hearing this, Anko revealed a confident expression, "Those boys at the Ninja Academy are no match for me. You'd better watch out, Shuichi- Senior Brother."

Then, as if realizing something, she cried out in alarm, "Oh no, I forgot my ninja tools! Damn it..."

Shuichi calmly handed her a ninja tool pouch. "I've prepared it for you beforehand. Use all your skills and attack with the determination to kill me, otherwise you might... hehe."

Although Anko is a bit simple-minded, she's not stupid. This Senior Brother is a terrifying genius who broke the village's age limit for Jonin promotion, and she knows just how disparate the strength of the enemy and her own forces really are.

After receiving the ninja tool kit, the two stood facing each other, and she immediately assumed a fighting stance, shouting, "I'm going!"

Seeing that Shuichi hadn't moved, she quickly threw three ninja tools, then charged forward with a Kunai in her hand.

Shuichi turned Shuriken head to dodge the first shuriken, and with lightning speed, caught the flying Kunai with his left hand, then easily deflected the Shuriken that followed.

"Ding ding ding..."

After getting close, Anko launched Shuichi, and sparks could even be seen when the two Kunai clashed. "The power is quite good, and the speed is not slow either."

Shuichi mentally assessed the situation. Although the Third Hokage had agreed to Orochimaru taking her as a disciple, if her strength and potential were too weak, it would only create an awkward situation for everyone. Orochimaru wasn't good at teaching idiots...

Seeing that her attacks were completely ineffective, Anko had no choice but to use all the techniques she knew while she still had enough energy.

"Fire Release: Fireball Technique!"

Before his Mitarashi Kiyohi was considered one of the most powerful Jonin in the village. Anko had plenty of resources before his death, at least more than Shuichi, who was an orphan.

Seeing that Anko was struggling to mobilize her chakra and Hand Seals, Shuichi did not interrupt her. When a fireball half the height of a person flew over, he did not dodge. He wrapped his hand with the White Sand inside his wristband and punched the fireball, shattering it.

"Huff, huff..."

Anko was exhausted and sweating profusely; the long battle was too much for a Genin like her.

Shuichi and Orochimaru exchanged a glance, knowing it was time to end things. "Take a break, you did a good job."

Overall, she still has the potential to Jonin. If everything goes smoothly, she could become Elite Jonin her peak, but the possibility of her advancing further is not very high.

Regarding the official assessment that Anko's stamina is stronger than that of men, Shuichi generally agrees, saying, "She's several times worse than me, so in that sense, she's considered quite outstanding among her peers."

After the test, Orochimaru officially accepted Anko as his disciple. The two then took Anko back to the Ninja Academy and discussed some unspeakable matters.

"Danzo's arm has been reattached?"

Shuichi was somewhat surprised by Orochimaru's efficiency. "At his age, can he still suppress the First Hokage Cells?"

"Those are no longer considered First Hokage Cells; they contain many other things and cannot currently provide additional power..." Orochimaru told him about the research progress.

Because the power of the First Hokage Cells was too strong, and there is no Sharingan to balance it now, the only option is to significantly weaken them.

Nevertheless, Danzo's strength was largely restored, and he became a fully healthy person again.

Here's what you wanted.

Orochimaru handed over a glass box containing a small lump of meat. "The vitality of the First Hokage Cells is astonishing. You must use them carefully; their ability to devour even more Tailed Beast Chakra than theirs."

Shuichi took it and carefully put it away. He already knew this. This original version of Wood Release could suppress Tailed Beast like a child's play, and it might even have some of the characteristics of the Divine Tree.

He hasn't figured out how to study it yet, but he certainly won't weaken it just to obtain Wood Release.

If you want to stuff it on your body, there's no rush. You can wait until the system points are maxed out before trying it slowly. At that time, suppressing it with your own Mental Energy will definitely not be difficult.