At that thought, Xuandou suddenly wanted to experience the Senjutsu training system himself.
Perhaps he was exceptionally gifted and could discover a more convenient path, then develop a training method suited to humans.
"Great Toad Sage, I would like to stay at Mount Myōboku to train in Senjutsu and learn to absorb natural energy."
"Would that be possible?"
The Great Toad Sage looked at him, a flicker of surprise crossing his golden eyes, then slowly nodded.
"Yes. Your idea is a good one."
"Perhaps this is another way to solve the problem."
"If you wish to learn, I will have them teach you."
"However, Senjutsu training requires exceptional talent and patience."
"Whether you can master it will depend on you."
He raised a claw and waved toward the depths of the cave.
An elderly toad in a green kimono emerged from the shadows and bowed to Xuandou.
"Fukasaku will guide your training."
The Great Toad Sage's voice gradually faded, and his eyes slowly closed.
"Go... the Shinobi World has little time left..."
Xuandou bowed deeply to the Great Toad Sage, then turned and followed Sage Fukasaku out of the cave.
The two descended the winding stone steps.
Although Sage Fukasaku was small, reaching only Xuandou's knees, his steps were nimble, and he leaped along effortlessly.
A straw rope was tied around his waist, and he carried a scroll larger than his body on his back.
From time to time, he looked back at Xuandou with a measure of scrutiny in his eyes.
"Young man, do you know what Senjutsu is?"
Sage Fukasaku asked as he walked, his voice strong and clear.
"The application of natural energy."
Xuandou answered:
"Mixing natural energy with one's own chakra in the proper proportions to produce senjutsu chakra, thereby greatly enhancing Taijutsu, Ninjutsu, and sensory