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

"I'm afraid that's not convenient. Let's talk in the back. I'm sure there's no one around."

Chiba pointed to a vegetable garden behind him.

Maoyue Xiyan nodded.

She followed Chiba to the back of the house, walked along the ridges of the field, and after arranging her words, said, "Chiba-kun, I am also a member of your research institute, so there are some things I will not hide from you."

"Ok?"

"I am now the captain of the Dark Force."

"Uh."

Chiba was initially a little confused.

What did the Dark Division leader say to me?

But later.

He understood the plans of the Third Generation and Uzuki Yugao.

They've got their eyes on me.

but.

Chiba smiled and said, "Your strength is more than enough to qualify you to be the captain of the Dark Force. I'm not surprised at all."

Uzuki Yugao squinted, not believing Chiba's nonsense.

Her voice came from under the mask again.

"That's one thing. Also, you should know that the Chunin Exams are approaching, right? The Third Hokage wants you to be in charge of this year's Chunin Exams process."

"I'm currently researching a new ninjutsu and have other important things to do, so I simply don't have time. Besides, the Chunin Exams are usually just a formality."

Why waste precious time on things that are completely unimportant?

Chiba was somewhat speechless.

Fortunately, the third generation already knew he would say that.

Uzuki Yugao explained again.

"This time is different. The daimyo, Jiraiya of the Fire Temple, and others will be participating, so it's more important. That's why the Third Hokage wanted you to take action."

“I will consult with three generations of elders. I appreciate it if you would be kind enough to make this special trip.”

Chiba did not make things difficult for Uzuki Yugao.

To make him take charge of the Chunin Exams, he couldn't just be asked to do it on a whim. The Third Hokage had to provide some guidelines and incentives, otherwise he wouldn't want to be distracted by such a trivial matter.

If we don't take a piece of flesh from the third generation, it would be a real disservice to their attitude of begging for our help.

Before Uzuki Yugao could answer, Chiba had already disappeared from the spot.

Then, in the Hokage's office.

Chiba knocked on the door and entered.

"Lord Hokage, you should know that I've been very busy lately. The Chunin Exams can be conducted as before. Why bother making changes? Making changes might not be a good thing."

“This is a special situation.”

The three generations reluctantly explained the situation one by one.

After hearing this, Chiba...

I don't have any particular thoughts.

The ninja world is too dangerous, so it's normal for a daimyo to want to protect the ninjas. If he were the daimyo, he would also want to have his own bodyguard.

but.

"Lord Hokage, if you want the Daimyo to agree to our cooperation with the Fire Temple, you don't need to show him the Chunin Exams."

Chiba offered his opinion: "He is more interested in defensive ninjutsu such as Flying Thunder Formation, sealing techniques, and defensive barriers."

"Can the two go together?"

"As you know, I haven't had much free time lately."

Chiba shook his head.

The third generation asked, "Do you want the ape clan contract?"

"not interested."

"What kind of technique have you been studying lately? Perhaps I can find a way to help you."

The third generation had no choice but to change the terms.

Fortunately, the ape demon didn't know.

When has it ever been so disliked?

It's really an insult to the monkey that I didn't get a chance to send it out either time.

"A direct mental attack type ninjutsu!"

Chiba's eyes lit up—

He remembered that among the forbidden arts, there was one called the Spirit Transformation Technique, which could directly allow the soul to leave the body and kill enemies.

You don't need to learn everything.

With just a partial understanding, one can combine the two to create a mental attack technique suited to oneself, and borrow mental energy through mental synchronization...

Isn't that thing better than illusion magic?

The Third Hokage paused for a second, then sighed and said, "Just tell me you want the Spirit Transformation Technique."

Chapter 155 Kimimaro: So what's the price?

"It was a spur-of-the-moment decision; I didn't initially intend to use this technique."

Chiba coughed lightly, trying to explain himself.

In fact, he was telling the truth. He hadn't initially thought of using the Spirit Transformation Technique. It was only after the Third Generation gradually presented him with the opportunity that he thought of it.

Also.

Just now, he felt that his mental energy had increased significantly again.

Have patterns appeared on the Bodhi seeds again?

Chiba resisted the urge to observe; with the third generation right before him, he still wanted to show respect to the old man.

"Letting the soul leave the body is a very risky thing to do. I don't want to risk my life to challenge the limits of the soul for the time being, so rest assured, I don't want to learn it directly."

"So what do you want?"

Hearing these words, the third generation breathed a sigh of relief.

The Third Hokage rubbed his temples, racking his brains to consider the feasibility of Chiba's description, and then he realized...

"Lord Hokage, shall I come back later?"

The soul is the most mysterious realm, and within his soul lies a mysterious Bodhi seed. Before understanding its effects, he dares not easily allow his soul to leave his body.

"Are you sure you don't want to learn the Spirit Transformation Technique directly?"

"come in."

He admitted that he was moved.

and.

The difference between Chiba and Orochimaru is that Chiba will say what he wants or doesn't want, and he won't hide it or play hide-and-seek with them.

The Third Hokage was silent for two seconds, then sighed softly: "These are notes on the Spirit Transformation Technique, left behind by someone who once mastered it. Your previous notes on ninjutsu and sealing techniques were of great help to Konoha, and you deserve them."

"What do you mean?"

"Senior Dan hasn't learned enough ninjutsu."

"Of course, I don't want to die."

"Although the body is in a state of being out of control after the soul leaves the body, and the soul cannot perceive the danger to itself and give timely feedback, this period is the most dangerous."

This is the point that I appreciate most about the third generation.

If Chiba were here, the Third Hokage would have no doubt that this guy could tell him where his Book of Seals was hidden and what method he used just by taking a look.

The voice of the third generation came from inside the house.

That is?

He wanted to retrieve the Book of Seals and examine the records of the Spirit Transformation Technique.

Chiba said sincerely.

"Ah."

The third generation's lips twitched, but his curiosity couldn't be contained, and he asked—

A long time passed.

Chiba did not disturb them.

If it can be achieved, no, even if only half or even a third of the effect can be achieved, this technique is still very valuable.

If they can leave but can't come back, that would be a big problem.

Chiba shared his thoughts.

The third generation remained silent for a moment, then took out a crystal ball, intending to check the surrounding situation.

Kato Dan?

Chiba was somewhat surprised.

He looked up, glancing at the third generation with a puzzled expression.

It was quite rare that Duan had even left behind notes; he picked them up and looked through them.