Spirit Transformation Technique

"No interest."

Fang Xu leaned back in his chair.

"The front lines are nothing but fighting and traveling."

"You can't eat well or sleep well."

"How could it compare to the comfort of Konoha?"

"The village has grilled meat, desserts, and a fixed Training Ground."

"I'm only seven. There's no need for me to stay on the battlefield every day."

The deepest of Hiruzen Sarutobi's worries eased considerably.

He had originally feared that, after consecutively defeating Kirigakure and Hidden Cloud, Fang Xu would become obsessed with military power and prestige.

He had been even more concerned that Fang Xu and Sakumo would maintain long-term control over the frontline troops, forming a force independent of the Hokage's authority.

Now, it seemed that Fang Xu had little interest in power.

Rather than leading ninja into battle, he clearly preferred a peaceful life and personal training.

That mindset was naturally a good thing for the Hokage.

However, Hiruzen Sarutobi did not completely lower his guard.

Fang Xu was too powerful.

If he wished, he could influence Konoha's power structure at any time.

"I'm very pleased that you think this way."

Hiruzen Sarutobi showed a gentle smile.

"Ninja shouldn't know only how to fight."

"Appropriate rest is also beneficial for long-term growth."

After saying that, he pushed the enormous scroll at his right to the center of the table.

"This is the reward I promised you before the war."

"The Scroll of Seals."

"You may choose any one ninjutsu from it."

Hiruzen Sarutobi released the outer Sealing.

The complete scroll slowly unfurled.

Densely packed names of ninjutsu and their training methods appeared before Fang Xu.

The powerful Water Release techniques left behind by the Second Hokage.

Mutually Multiplying Detonating Tags.

Bringer-of-Darkness Technique.

Multiple Shadow Clone Technique.

As well as a large number of special