Battle Against Kosuke

The next step was to complete the final third stage of training, which was to perform precise nerve severing within the target's body, and then this move would be mastered.

"Tonight, I'm having a Whole Fish Feast."

Looking at the ten dead fish, Qingshui shook his head helplessly.

Fortunately, he was a ninja, so it was normal for his appetite to be a little larger than ordinary people's.

A night passed.

Qingshui still arrived at Konoha Hospital early. He wanted to find Tsunade to ask about the problems he encountered during his cultivation yesterday, but she hadn't arrived yet.

There was no choice but to wait.

As a result, he waited until eleven o'clock.

During this time, he completed three medical treatments, obtaining two Explosive Tags and one Ration Pill.

"Tsunade-sama, you're too late."

Hearing Qingshui's complaint, Tsunade felt a little embarrassed.

After gambling yesterday, she went drinking again until late, so she couldn't get up in the morning.

"Alright, quickly ask your questions. It'll be lunchtime soon."

Tsunade quickly changed the subject.

You know it's almost lunchtime too.

Of course, Qingshui didn't dare to say this sentence out loud.

He didn't want to personally experience the power of Monster Strength.

With one punch, Tsunade would have to kneel and beg him not to die on the spot.

Of course, it was more likely that Tsunade would trigger Hemophobia and be unable to move, kneeling on the ground.

Qingshui didn't have many questions, and it was over quickly.

"Thank you very much, Tsunade-sama."

After leaving Tsunade's office, Qingshui happened to meet Kosuke, who was preparing to be discharged from the hospital.

"Uncle Kosuke, are you being discharged today?"

Kosuke nodded affirmatively.

"By the way, do you have time after work today? I'll wait for you at the usual spot then."

The old place he mentioned was where he had previously taught Qingshui swordsmanship.

"I have time."

Although he still had to learn Chakra Scalpel, after consulting Tsunade just now, Qingshui was much more confident about completing the third stage of his training.

It wouldn't be too late to train after learning swordsmanship from Kosuke.

[Completed the treatment of Saionji Naohito, rewarded with one Blue Orb.]

[Congratulations on obtaining 100 Chakra.]

Having completed another treatment, Qingshui's Chakra increased again.

[Chakra: D-rank (1400/10000)]

Looking at his current 1400 Chakra, he ended his work for the day with satisfaction.

However, he didn't go to find Kosuke directly. Instead, he returned home first to retrieve the Ninja Sword he kept there.

When Qingshui, carrying the Ninja Sword on his back, arrived at the agreed-upon location, Kosuke was already waiting there.

"Uncle Kosuke, sorry I'm late."

Kosuke smiled and said, "It's fine, I actually just arrived a moment ago."

"It's been several years since I last taught you swordsmanship."

During the Second Shinobi World War, neither Qingshui nor Kosuke had much free time.

After the war ended, Qingshui began learning medical ninjutsu.

"So, to test your current level, let's have a spar first. Of course, it will be with my Shadow Clone."

As he spoke, Kosuke formed hand seals and created a Shadow Clone, holding a Ninja Sword and facing Qingshui.

The Shadow Clone Technique is a B-rank ninjutsu. The clone created is a physical entity, possessing the same thoughts as the caster and a certain level of combat ability.

"I will control the strength of this Shadow Clone to Chunin level. You'd best go all out, otherwise, you might lose."

In the past, when Kosuke tested Qingshui's strength, he would control the Shadow Clone's power to Genin level.

However, that was several years ago. Qingshui's strength must have improved after experiencing the war.

Qingshui naturally wouldn't take the fight lightly without Kosuke's reminder.

This battle would be a good opportunity to test his current strength.

"Please guide me, Uncle Kosuke."

Qingshui also drew his Ninja Sword and attacked first.

Although he had been studying medical ninjutsu all year, he had not neglected his swordsmanship training.

Qingshui charged towards Kagemane Kosuke like an arrow released from a bow, covering more than ten meters in the blink of an eye.

He gripped his Ninja Sword with both hands and slashed downwards.

This strike, against a Genin of the same level as Qingshui, would have resulted in instant death.

Even a Chunin would need to take it seriously.

Yet, Kagemane Kosuke remained calm and composed.

Clang!

Even though Qingshui's speed was already very fast, his opponent's speed was even faster.

Facing Qingshui's attack, he simply and casually held his Ninja Sword horizontally in front of his chest, blocking it.

Qingshui was not disappointed that his first attack failed.

He clearly understood the gap in strength between himself and his opponent.

Although this was just a shadow clone of Kosuke, its strength was controlled at the Chunin level.

But don't forget that Kosuke himself possessed the strength and experience of an Elite Jonin, so this shadow clone could even contend against a Special Jonin.

Quickly changing his move, Qingshui slashed horizontally towards Kagemane Kosuke.

Although ninjas mastered chakra, a supernatural power, they were still mortal.

Even being stabbed by a kunai could be fatal, let alone the more lethal Ninja Sword.

And as a shadow clone, it was even more fragile, dissipating into smoke with a single blow.

Therefore, facing this attack, Kagemane Kosuke chose to retreat and dodge.

However, while dodging, he did not give up on counterattacking.

A flash of white light, and his Ninja Sword also slashed horizontally towards Qingshui, and his speed was even faster.

If Qingshui didn't dodge, he would be injured first.

Qingshui had to admire him, truly worthy of Uncle Kosuke, his response was very seasoned.

But don't underestimate me either.

Just as Kagemane Kosuke's Ninja Sword was about to hit Qingshui, his figure suddenly disappeared.

Body Flicker Technique!

In the ninja world, any technique that can achieve the effect of body flickering can be called a Body Flicker Technique.

Therefore, there are many versions of the Body Flicker Technique, such as Water Body Flicker Technique, Konoha Body Flicker Technique, and so on.

What Qingshui used was the most basic D-rank Body Flicker Technique.

Its principle is to gather chakra in the feet, thereby achieving extremely fast movement speed for an instant, giving the effect of teleportation.

Essentially, this move belongs to the category of taijutsu.

Dodging the opponent's attack, Qingshui used the Body Flicker Technique to appear behind Kagemane Kosuke and then thrust out his sword.

If this strike landed, Kagemane Kosuke would directly disappear.

Seeing that the opponent didn't react, Qingshui's lips curled up.

Got him.

"Too naive."

However, Kagemane Kosuke's mocking voice rang out.

As if he had eyes on his back, he dodged Qingshui's thrusting Ninja Sword to the side without even turning his head.

The excitement on Qingshui's face instantly froze.

But Kagemane Kosuke didn't stop. His Ninja Sword, carrying a white light, slashed towards Qingshui at extreme speed.

Clang!

At the critical moment, Qingshui timely retracted his thrusting Ninja Sword and blocked the opponent's attack.

But he had clearly underestimated Kagemane Kosuke's strength. Although he blocked the attack, he himself staggered back several steps.

"As expected of Uncle Kosuke, even if it's just a shadow clone, he's still that strong."