Hanzo Teaches Secret Techniques

"A Zheng, you were amazing just now! You didn't seem any worse than a Jonin!"

"Yeah, totally!"

The Akai Squad, who had come to hand over their mission, pulled Su Zheng into the hallway, showering him with praise until he felt a bit embarrassed.

"Uh, it was okay. Captain Akai, what brings you here?"

"Oh, we finished our mission and when we came to hand it over, there was no one around. We asked around and found out everyone was here to watch your assessment."

"Oh, I see!"

Just then, a Chunin walked up to the group and said to Su Zheng, "Chunin Su Zheng, Lord Kaiyu Rui wishes to see you!"

The Akai Squad, being perceptive, didn't linger when they heard Lord Rui wanted to see him. They said their goodbyes, promising to chat later, and left!

Leader's Office.

Kaiyu Rui warmly took Su Zheng's arm and led him to the window, overlooking Amegakure below. He said, "A Zheng, look at Amegakure; our Gray Rain Clan built this generation after generation. It's finally flourished under Lord Hanzo's leadership, and I feel incredibly proud!"

Turning to Su Zheng with a loving gaze, he continued, "Come back. Your family in the clan misses you dearly!"

Su Zheng felt like he was going to throw up. He truly admired the old geezer for being able to say such mushy words, feeling nothing but disdain internally.

He's all nice now, but why did he chase my mother away back then and force them to live in hardship? Now that he sees I'm a genius, he comes crawling to me. How shameless!

While complaining inwardly, Su Zheng maintained a calm exterior, feigning distress. "Let me think about it!"

"Alright! A Zheng, take your time to consider. No matter what, your family in the clan will always be your kin!"

Kaiyu Rui appeared calm, but inwardly, he had already sentenced Su Zheng to death. If he refuses a toast, he'll have to drink a forfeit. Then he can die with Hanzo!

Su Zheng walked down the street, replaying the scene in his mind. He was almost certain that Kaiyu Rui was behind the attack, but the reason definitely wasn't him. It must have been his uncle, Hanzo, suppressing their development!

But he wasn't afraid. He now had a certain degree of self-preservation ability. His biggest fear was that they would go after the people close to him.

"I hope you don't court death, Kaiyu Rui!"

"Teacher, Su Zheng treated us today. We'll get you next time!" Shota said indignantly.

"Yeah! He even hid his Chunin promotion assessment from us, humph~" Maki also turned her ire towards Su Zheng.

They were still upset that Su Zheng had become a Chunin without telling them. Su Zheng, feeling guilty, remained silent, smiling as he pulled Konan and Haruna to their seats.

Maki watched them bicker with a smile, not intervening. Team members needed to trust each other.

Maki Jiro had just returned to the village with the Amegakure army today. His team members invited him out for some yakiniku, partly to punish Su Zheng for his deception.

It was their usual yakiniku spot, "Gonicu Yakiya." It was almost noon, so the place was bustling, with every seat taken.

"Eat your fill today, let's bankrupt him!" Shota enthusiastically greeted everyone, distributing the pre-meal snacks. However, he deliberately left Su Zheng out.

Su Zheng was speechless. Shota was truly straightforward. Fortunately, the two good sisters shared some with him, so he wasn't too embarrassed.

Maki then asked, "Teacher, I heard the Leaf Village is about to attack. Is it true?"

Maki replied, "Yes, the Leaf Village is already mobilizing its forces. They will likely be here soon."

Shota chimed in, "Then will A Zheng be assigned to the battlefield too? He just got promoted to Jonin."

At this, everyone turned to look at Maki Jiro.

Maki glanced at Su Zheng and explained, "It's hard to say. A Zheng's uncle is Lord Hanzo. He will definitely make preparations before the Leaf Village arrives. Whether A Zheng goes to the battlefield or not is likely up to Lord Hanzo."

Konan looked at Su Zheng with hope in her eyes. "Brother Zheng, your uncle won't let you go to the battlefield, right?"

"Mm." Su Zheng could only stall for now, gently ruffling her hair.

In the end, they didn't bankrupt Su Zheng, but he did have to shell out a considerable amount. The six of them ate a total of 2000 Ryo (approximately 1000 yuan).

After lunch, everyone went their separate ways. Su Zheng had to visit his uncle's house in the afternoon.

Hanzo lived in a traditional wooden structure, which was quite unique in the Land of Rain. He was also in his forties and had no wife or even a woman. This was a downside of his strength (no one dared to approach him due to the Salamander's poison).

Approaching the house, Su Zheng could see two squads of guards openly stationed, with more likely hidden. This was probably why he could control the Land of Rain.

"Lord Hanzo is waiting for you in the inner room."

"Okay."

Back home, Hanzo had finally shed his outer armor and was wearing casual clothes, making tea.

He didn't need to maintain a stern demeanor with his nephew. He said warmly, "You're here. Sit down. You've adopted two girls, when were you going to tell me?"

Su Zheng gave an awkward smile and took a sip of tea, praising, "Uncle's tea-making skills are still as good as ever!"

Hanzo glared at him. "I'm asking you a question!"

Unable to evade it, Su Zheng said, "They're both orphans. I met them on a mission and wanted to take them in. You don't like children, so I was afraid you wouldn't let me adopt them, right?"

"Who said I don't like children?"

Su Zheng retorted, "Then why haven't you found me an aunt? It's been over a decade!"

Ever since the poison sac was implanted within him, Hanzo had emitted a toxic aura, forcing him to wear a mask. No one dared to get close, which was a perpetual pain in his heart.

Hanzo deliberately put on an annoyed expression and cursed with a laugh, "You brat, you dare to tease me!"

Hanzo had to coax him for a while. Facing Su Zheng, he could let down his guard and temporarily forget about scheming.

Hanzo suddenly asked, "Speak, what do you need me for?"

Su Zheng got straight to the point, "Uncle, isn't the Leaf Village about to attack? I'm already a Chunin, I want to go to the battlefield."

Hanzo's expression suddenly turned serious, and he refused, "No, the Leaf Village is coming with full force this time, many people will likely die, you absolutely cannot go!"

"Uncle~" Su Zheng used his usual trick, acting spoiled.

"It's no use, don't even think about it this time." Hanzo said sternly, his face stern, and refused.

Fine, it seems there's no other way. If I want Uchiha members, I'll have to think of another plan.

Hanzo was silent for a moment, then said, "Besides, the village isn't as peaceful as you think."

"You must have guessed already, it wasn't Sunagakure that attacked you last time, it was ninjas from Amegakure."

Seeing Su Zheng's calm expression, Hanzo nodded and continued, "As for why I'm still keeping them around, it's simply because they are still useful."

"It's just that I'm a little worried about you. If you go to the battlefield, they'll have too many ways to deal with you. If you stay in the village, at least they won't dare to act openly."

"So, what's your choice now?"

So that's how it is. Su Zheng suddenly understood and stopped dwelling on it, replying, "Then I'll stay in the village. And them..."

Hanzo knew what he wanted to ask. He pulled Su Zheng into the courtyard and warned him, "You don't need to worry about them. I have countermeasures. As long as you don't fall into their trap, you'll be fine."

After his instructions, Hanzo looked at Su Zheng with affection and said, "You've already been promoted to Chunin, so I'll give you my most skilled techniques."

Su Zheng asked, "Is it the Salamander?"

"No, while the Salamander is powerful, once its poison is countered, it's not very useful. What's truly formidable are the Water Body Flicker and swordsmanship."

"Combining these two, in the environment of the Land of Rain, they are invincible. Even if you can't win, you can definitely escape!" Hanzo said proudly.

For the next half month, Su Zheng would come to Hanzo's small courtyard to learn the Water Body Flicker and swordsmanship. During this time, he didn't neglect his other jutsu, especially the Sharingan. Su Zheng was confident he would awaken the Three Tomoe before the Leaf Village arrived.