Konoha: Unable to learn ninjutsu, they had to develop their own.

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A hint of nostalgia appeared on his face, then he smiled and said, "The graduation exam isn't difficult, don't feel pressured."

He pondered for a long time, and finally shook his head.

Chiba looked at Shikamaru, her eyes slightly narrowed.

He would think about some issues, and then go home to discuss them quietly with his father.

Shikamaru avoided Shikaku and then headed out towards the Ninja Academy.

"it is good."

"Talking while walking?"

"..."

"I would definitely like to, but not necessarily in this way. Sunagakure is no good."

and.

Just do your best.

"No need, I'm going to be with my friend. I'll come back by myself after school."

Shikaku smiled and asked, "The Third Hokage hasn't been decided yet. What are your own thoughts?"

Chiba paused for a moment.

After walking a few steps, he saw a figure, paused slightly, and immediately stepped forward, bowed, and greeted him: "Senior Chiba!"

So graduation exams are already coming up?

So fast!

Shikamaru nodded, then looked back every few steps.

Forget it.

What ordinary Chunin would know so many techniques?

Chiba is looking for his father...

Chiba nodded.

"Graduation exam..."

Ordinary Chunin?

You probably have some misunderstanding about the word "ordinary".

Chiba stopped thinking about it, took a few more steps, and greeted Shikaku: "Shikaku-senpai!"

He sought out Shikaku for two reasons: firstly, to obtain profits from the soldier's rations, and secondly, to inquire about the opinions of Shikaku's village regarding the "Jonin recommendation."

He did understand what Chiba meant.

Don't want to be in the spotlight.

As Shikaku walked, he said, "I think we can compromise."

"compromise?"

Chiba paused for half a second, "Special Jonin?"

"Correct."

Lu Jiu nodded.

Special Jonin possess special talents in certain areas, but have not reached the level of Jonin, which perfectly matches Chiba's situation.

after all.

His talent is evident to everyone.

"Are there any benefits to becoming a Special Jonin?"

"Uh."

Shikaku was asked the question.

benefit?

Yes, it definitely exists.

They have things like allowances, status, and privileges.

but.

He knew that Chiba wasn't asking about them.

Lu Jiu thought for a moment and said, "There are definitely benefits, such as it will be easier for you to cooperate with everyone."

"Um……"

Chiba understands.

Having a higher position makes things easier.

He thought for a moment and said, "Now that you mention it, I do have an idea. Let's go see the Hokage first and see what his opinion is."

Shikaku didn't ask any questions, but instead led Chiba straight to the Hokage Building.

Inside the Hokage's office, the Third Hokage was also troubled.

Jonin or not...

The key issue isn't Luo Sha.

Aside from lacking qualifications, Chiba did possess the abilities of a Jonin, which is why everyone believed he could become one.

But should we promote him to Jonin?

This is no ordinary Jonin, but a 13-year-old Jonin born in peacetime!

"Hokage-sama."

"Come in."

The third generation turned around, stubbed out his cigarette, and pointed to the seats that had been prepared in advance. "Shikaku, Chiba, please sit down."

"Thank you, Lord Sandai."

Chiba sat down, gathered his thoughts, and then said, "Third Hokage, I want a research institute."

"graduate School?"

The third generation paused for a moment, then said, "Where is the location?"

"The Forest of Death"

"Well, it's not impossible."

After pondering for a moment, the three generations realized that it was indeed a good idea.

The Death Forest is now inhabited by a swarm of parasitic insects and giant ants, which act as natural guardians. His only worry is—

Will Chiba become another Orochimaru?

He glanced at Lu Jiu.

Shikaku understood immediately and made an excuse to leave.

Only the Third Generation and Chiba remained in the office.

"Chiba, it's fine for the village to fund the research institute, but I have a few words to say upfront to avoid any unpleasantness later."

The Third Hokage asked seriously, "You know Orochimaru, right?"

"Yes, I saw him during this exam."

Chiba didn't hide it.

Kakashi's glasses were designed by him and Tenten, so how could he not know they were being watched?

“He was my most outstanding disciple back then, just like you and Kakashi. He was also very smart and didn’t need me to teach him much, but… he eventually started researching forbidden techniques.”

The third generation closed his eyes, a trace of pain appearing on his cheek.

"The art of immortality?"

"He told you? Yeah, that guy..."

"He said that the secret to immortality was showing some promise and seemed to have made some progress. Also, it seemed like he wanted to do something to me that day, but I managed to dodge it."

Chiba "recalls" the events of that day.

In fact, he knew what Orochimaru wanted to do—

Curse Seal.

If the cursed seal is placed on someone else, Chiba will be very happy because he will have another test subject.

But myself...

just forget it.

The third generation was slightly surprised upon hearing this: "He's already succeeded?"

"Maybe."

"..."

The third generation is a bit scary.

The forbidden method of achieving immortality has actually been researched and developed by Orochimaru... truly...

Unbelievable!