Naruto, If You Don't Grind, How Can You Become Hokage!
Chapter 16

Naruto, What's the point of being Hokage without you!

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"What's this? Have you heard of my reputation, you fellow?"

Rock Lee: "...I actually haven't!"

Might Guy flopped onto the ground with a thud.

"Then what was that just now!"

Rock Lee laughed heartily: "Although I don't know the great name of Might Guy-sensei, I could feel it from your training just now—that is the burning Fire of Youth!"

Might Guy was overjoyed: "Oh! You really get it!"

"How about it, do you want to train with me?!"

Rock Lee opened his mouth wide in pleasant surprise.

"I, can I?"

"Of course! I acknowledge you!"

Might Guy gave a thumbs up again, his teeth flashing with a brilliant glint.

Although Naruto couldn't quite handle this pair of hot-blooded oddballs, hearing Might Guy's acknowledgment of Rock Lee, he couldn't help but chime in: "Ano sa, ano sa..."

"What about me!"

Might Guy laughed loudly: "You're Naruto, right? I've also seen your training and hard work, so of course, I acknowledge you too!"

Naruto couldn't help but be overjoyed as well.

"Right! Aha, aha..."

Might Guy leaped up lightly. This time, he was still walking on his hands, but he was using only one finger!

"Come on, Lee, Naruto!"

"Keep up with my speed!"

Naruto and Rock Lee were shocked: "He, he's actually using only one finger?!"

"Is that guy really a monster?!"

The two exchanged glances, feeling both stunned and unwilling to lose.

"We can't lose to just one finger!"

"Let's go, Lee!"

"Oh, Naruto!"

The two ignited with passion once again, using both hands and feet to chase madly after the sprinting Might Guy.

On the path circling Konoha, three clouds of dust suddenly rose.

Passersby coughed repeatedly, unable to help but frown as they looked at the three retreating figures.

"Honestly..."

"What lunatics..."

Under the lead of Might Guy, Naruto and Rock Lee completed the goal of thirty laps with almost no rest.

To meet the requirements of System Bro, Naruto secretly did a few extra steps of handstand walking.

When they finally stopped, he collapsed into a puddle of mush, sprawled out on the ground.

Rock Lee had also reached his limit; his face was pale as he lay flat in a star shape, gasping violently.

Congratulations to the host for completing today's taijutsu special training, Stamina +5, current Stamina has reached 90 points!

Naruto was instantly overjoyed.

90 points!

This was the best result he had ever achieved!

Just then.

Might Guy laughed heartily, showing an expression of immense appreciation toward the two.

"As expected of the men I acknowledge!"

"Hey, if you still have energy, do you want to learn a move from me?"

"I'm not bragging, but the taijutsu of me, the Blue Beast Might Guy, is invincible in the ninja world!"

Naruto and Rock Lee's eyes lit up instantly.

"You... you're going to teach us taijutsu?"

"Re, really?!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen: Let me see what's going on? What the hell?! Seeking monthly tickets!!!

Although both were at their limits, the moment they heard they could learn new moves, they were instantly revitalized!

After all, whether it was Naruto or Rock Lee, they both lacked this kind of specialized training treatment...

They were not like Konohamaru, who had received specialized tutoring since childhood.

Likewise, they lacked a clan of their own and could not receive specific training.

For them, Might Guy's approval was a surprise that felt like a gift from the heavens.

"Hahaha, of course it's true!"

"However, wanting to learn my, Might Guy's, taijutsu is not such a simple matter!"

"Watch closely, this move is called..."

"Leaf Whirlwind!"

Might Guy instantly struck a pose, his green-clad body launching forward with such speed that the two of them could barely track his movements!

In the next moment, a violent display of taijutsu was unleashed.

His legs spun through the air like a cyclone, making it impossible for an enemy to discern the true nature of the attack!

In that instant, a fierce kick erupted!

BOOM—

Might Guy's leg slammed heavily into a large tree!

In a flash, bark flew and wood chips scattered, nearly knocking the entire tree over!

"So, so amazing!"

Naruto and Rock Lee both gaped in awe.

Might Guy laughed heartily: "That was only at thirty percent power!"

"Otherwise, this tree would have fallen!"

"How about it, do you want to learn?!"

The two immediately cheered: "Yes!"

"Very good! Then prepare to begin!"

"Right!"

Even though they had already undergone special training for an entire afternoon and the sky was growing dark, neither Naruto nor Rock Lee wanted to miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Gritting their teeth, they shook off their exhaustion, dragging their nearly crippled bodies to accept Might Guy's special training.

Leaf Whirlwind might not have looked like a particularly impressive technique.

However, in reality...

In the original story, when Rock Lee first met Team 7, he used this seemingly simple move to instantly defeat the self-proclaimed genius, Sasuke Uchiha!

If Naruto and Rock Lee could master it now, it would become a trump card for them.

Might Guy explained the secrets of the move directly to the two of them.

Naruto and Rock Lee immediately set to work practicing.

At this moment, the foundation Naruto had previously accumulated began to take effect.

The power of the [Knowledge Absorption] trait activated!

His comprehension and mastery of the technique increased significantly!

Not to mention, his current stamina had reached 90 points; not only did he surpass his peers, but even those who had already graduated as genin, or even some chunin, could not compare to him!

Therefore...

In less than half an hour, Naruto had basically grasped the mysteries of the move!

Although his technique was still far from mature and his strength could not be mentioned in the same breath as Might Guy's.

He had already caught a glimpse of the path and it looked quite decent!

Rock Lee, however, lagged behind a bit.

His body was certainly prepared after his desperate training, but his comprehension was slightly lacking.

However, Rock Lee was no ordinary person after all.

He was a genius of hard work!

Even if he couldn't master it for a long time, he never stopped, continuing to practice with relentless effort.

Again, and again!

By now, the moon had risen, illuminating the entire Konoha.

The surroundings gradually grew quiet.

Only the training of Naruto and Rock Lee continued.

Might Guy nodded in appreciation.

"Good, Lee, Naruto!"

"You two are truly impressive!"

"Although you haven't fully mastered it yet, you already know how to train..."

"From here on out, it's up to you!"

"I'm off."

Naruto and Rock Lee exchanged a glance and hurriedly bowed.

"Thank you, Might Guy-sensei!"

"Hahaha, don't mention it! Remember those words..."

"Youth is meant to burn!"

The two clenched their fists: "Oss!"

Under the moonlight, Might Guy laughed as he walked away.

Naruto looked at Rock Lee: "Lee, are you going to keep training?"

Rock Lee's eyes were resolute: "Yes!"

"Naruto, my comprehension isn't as good as yours, so I have to work even harder!"

Naruto felt a twinge of shame; if he hadn't obtained the power of the entries, he might not even be able to keep up with Lee.

He wanted to stay and train with Rock Lee, but...

[It is time for dinner. Healthy nutrition is essential for the host's growth. Please eat on time!]

Naruto could only wave his hand: "Well, I have to head home for dinner."

"Let's meet again tomorrow afternoon at the same time and place!"

Rock Lee gave a brilliant smile: "Oh! It's a deal!"

Watching Naruto's retreating figure, Rock Lee felt neither jealousy nor inferiority.

On the contrary...

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