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

"Don't worry."

however.

"Let's continue our conversation. That brat Chiba got all the benefits but left all the trouble for us."

Amazing!

The third generation tried to reassure him, "He must have his reasons. Let's think about it again. Hmm... Speaking of which, I'm more curious about what methods he used to make Shukaku so obedient."

After waiting a while, Shanzhong Santian sensibly shared what he had seen with her as well.

With its volatile temperament, how could it possibly live in harmony with humans? Even if it were only half its original size, it would still be a huge threat to the village and would never be able to stay still.

So, does this mean the Yamanaka family has also fully cooperated with Chiba?

"Mental ninjutsu?"

Tsunade nodded.

“That Shukaku is very well-behaved. Uh, let me show you my memories.”

Half a tailed beast is better than the Akatsuki getting the whole tailed beast.

She wanted to say something, but her mind was completely blank. After thinking for a long time, Tsunade waved her hand and said, "You can go now. Keep an eye on things recently, and report immediately if Shukaku makes any unusual moves."

This is probably Chiba's idea.

The Ino-Shika-Cho trio were basically all tied up by that kid, and with the addition of the Aburame and Inuzuka clans, the main fighting force of Konoha was basically composed of people closely related to Chiba.

After some analysis, Tsunade basically guessed most of Chiba's plan.

"Rasa can handle one, but two? Heh, unless Chiyo fights desperately."

Tsunade pondered for a few seconds and said, "I think we don't need to worry about it. Chiba's idea is right. We need to be on guard. Besides, Sunagakure may not be friendly to Konoha either."

"Not entirely. It's more like Yakumo's split personality, temporarily creating another personality. Although tailed beasts are not afraid of death, their consciousness is replaced or eliminated, so Shukaku is essentially dead now."

She frowned and said, "Could it be that he's wary of the Akatsuki?"

Tsunade gave a cold laugh.

The Third Hokage and Tsunade exchanged a glance, then sat down in silence.

The sixth generation is definitely the one.

The third generation was taken aback. "The Yamanaka family's techniques?"

The third generation was quite surprised after hearing this.

Tsunade calmed down a bit.

"What do you mean?"

but.

Chiba is capable of getting things done and expanding, and these old guys are willing to clean up the mess, but it's all just talk.

……

At this moment, in the Death Forest training grounds.

"who are you?"

Sasuke and Neji cautiously watched the figure emerge from the shadows.

"By order of Lord Chiba, I will teach you swordsmanship and physical skills."

Kimimaro had a samurai sword at his waist.

During his time in the Forest of Death, the seal on his body had been lifted. He no longer deliberately trained in physical techniques or swordsmanship, but the results of his years of training were enough to teach Sasuke and Neji a lesson.

Sasuke narrowed his eyes and said, "Isn't it Chiba-senpai?"

Kimimaro smiled gently: "My swordsmanship is only so-so, but it should be enough to teach you. If you want to learn Lord Chiba's swordsmanship, you'll probably have to defeat me first."

"Can we use ninjutsu?"

Neji asked.

"can."

Kimimaro nodded.

Neji and Sasuke exchanged a glance, then Neji gestured for Sasuke to go first.

but.

"You guys come together."

Kimimaro shook his head.

Neji narrowed his eyes, then without further hesitation, decisively lunged forward—

He didn't activate his Byakugan, but his physical skills were already top-tier among his peers. He accelerated his speed the instant he closed in, and then...

Close combat, gentle fist!

He threw out a palm strike, but before it hit, his arm suddenly felt a sharp pain.

Kimimaro struck his arm with the hilt of his sword.

"Too slow. In actual combat, this strike would be enough to cut off your arm."

Kimimaro said calmly.

"Together."

Sasuke's expression gradually turned serious.

Kimimaro may not be as good as Chiba, but he is far stronger than them. At least in terms of physical skills and swordsmanship, he is more than capable of guiding them.

but.

Before that, we still need to...

Take action first!

He swiftly moved forward, kicking his opponent in the lower body, and launched another attack in coordination with Neji.

But next second.

Sasuke grinned and gasped.

so hard!

He felt as if he hadn't kicked his leg, but rather an iron pillar. The other person remained unmoved, while he was in so much pain that his leg felt like it was about to break.

The next second, he pulled away, but a knife came flying at him.

when!

Neji tried to defend himself with a kunai, but was knocked away by Kimimaro's sword, which did nothing to slow down the sword's speed.

The next second, a bunch of shuriken flew over from Sasuke, with the faint reflection of steel wires behind them.

Kimimaro swung his sword down.

The steel wire was cut directly.

The next second, a knife was held to Sasuke's neck.

"Too many movements; this kind of kunai manipulation technique is completely useless at close range."

Kimimaro said calmly.

A bead of cold sweat appeared on Sasuke's forehead.

He was still a bit arrogant, thinking that he didn't need the Sharingan in a two-on-one situation, but the reality was that he didn't have the Sharingan, and he couldn't even see Kimimaro's movements clearly.

too fast!

"You like fancy things too much, like manipulating ninja tools. Lord Chiba never uses them. They're useless against experts, and the weak don't need such complicated methods."

Kimimaro said indifferently, "Use the Sharingan and Byakugan. Recognizing the difference in strength will only benefit you."

"Yes!"

Neji decisively used his Byakugan.

The difference in strength between the two sides is too great. Without the Byakugan, they are like little brothers in front of Kimimaro, who can teach them a lesson however he wants.

After a long hiatus, Neji activated his Byakugan again, but his mood quickly calmed down.

He realized...

I have indeed become stronger.

In his Byakugan state, Neji could clearly feel the difference between himself and before, especially in terms of taijutsu—

Having broken free from his dependence on the white eye, his physical skills improved even faster than before!

Also.

He looked at Kimimaro, a hint of shock flashing in his eyes.

This guy's body?

Despite being in such a withered state, he was still able to easily defeat him and Sasuke.

How terrifying is it when your body is in peak condition?

Also.

Such extraordinary bone structure!

Neji was shocked.

The opponent didn't go all out; what happened just now was less of a battle and more of a warm-up.

"I'll come first!"

Neji looked at Sasuke.

"Ah."

Sasuke nodded.

Regardless, the opponent's swordsmanship is very strong and definitely worth learning from, and the third-person perspective is the best angle for learning.