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

He stood by and watched, waiting for the battle to begin.

"I'm sorry, I can't use my full strength for some reasons, but with the physical and sword techniques that Lord Chiba has improved, I can still exchange a few blows with you."

Kimimaro: "Kaguya Kimimaro, please grant me your instruction."

Neji charged forward first, instantly closing in and throwing a punch, but his opponent pulled out another short sword from his sleeve, also without drawing it. One sword attacked, the other defended, their movements perfectly coordinated.

Even with the White Eyes around him, he couldn't get close at this moment, until...

Neji gathered his chakra, closed in, and swung his palm.

A chakra needle-like object suddenly condensed in his palm and stabbed towards Kimimaro's vital point, but Kimimaro instantly dodged and moved closer with an eerie movement.

then.

Bang bang bang!

The scabbards of the twin swords slashed and collided one after another, producing muffled thuds and occasional impacts.

There was not a single unnecessary detail; it was a pure and unadulterated combination of swordsmanship and physical skills.

Sasuke didn't dare blink.

This swordsmanship is very strong, born entirely for killing and fighting, and is absolutely the most suitable swordsmanship for him now.

No wonder Chiba asked him to teach...

but.

Was this sword technique improved by Chiba-senpai?

Sasuke couldn't help but feel a little envious.

I wish I had that kind of talent!

"Is that the sword technique you created?"

"No, there are several types of dances in the Corpse Bone Pulse, each of which is extremely exquisite and powerful. I simply modified it from a special physical technique into a sword technique."

In the nearby woods, Chiba and Kai were perched on a tree, observing their surroundings.

Might Guy watched for a while, then nodded: "It is indeed a very strong physical technique, but unfortunately, it is an improved version. If it were the real Shikotsumyaku, it would definitely be stronger."

"His physical condition is too bad; he probably won't last more than three months with the Corpse Bone Meridian."

Chiba shook his head.

If Kimimaro's situation had been any better, he wouldn't have been willing to join him, much less stay behind to cover the retreat.

Everything has a cause and an effect.

Might Guy doesn't understand medicine, and judging from his aura alone, he couldn't tell that Kimimaro was a dying man.

He watched for a while, then sighed and said, "Ever since you created a series of physical techniques, I feel myself becoming more and more powerless. There are many techniques that I simply cannot understand without learning them."

"Actually, there's no need to force it. Even without those techniques, you, Teacher Kai, are still the strongest in physical combat."

Chiba said solemnly.

He could understand Matt Kai's desire for change and strength, but it was really unnecessary to give up his strengths for these reasons.

"Haha, that's what they say, but apart from Lee, Neji and Maya aren't suited for the Eight Gates. Now that you're helping me, I feel much more at ease, at least Neji..."

Matt Kai sighed.

Neji is actually a genius of the Hyuga family. If it weren't for the branch family system, Neji would definitely be the number one among the younger generation of the Hyuga family.

pity.

Neji was from a branch family and didn't have a good relationship with the main family, so he was the only one who could teach him.

If he doesn't teach well, Matt Kai will regret it for the rest of his life.

"..."

Chiba couldn't make any promises.

As for Neji, he needs to figure things out and take action on his own; relying on outsiders won't work.

He didn't roll his eyes, after all.

of course.

If Neji completely abandons his Byakugan, there are still ways for him to learn swordsmanship, taijutsu, and even...

Chiba narrowed his eyes, a thought forming in his mind.

"By the way, Chiba, if you have any research findings on the Eight Gates, could you teach them to me or Lee?"

Might Guy coughed lightly, "Especially things like reducing physical damage, you know, the Eight Gates has significant side effects, even I can't completely counteract them."

"Don't worry, Teacher Kai, I will definitely let you and Xiao Li know as long as there are results."

Chiba will never forget who selflessly and without expecting anything in return helped him during those difficult initial moments.

If Matt Kay makes a request, he will never refuse.

Might Guy nodded: "Alright, I'll go now. I need to go see Xiao Li. That kid hasn't made much progress lately. Although it's not much, he's secretly depressed. I need to go and comfort him."

"Yes, please take care."

Chiba stood up.

Matt Kai left quickly.

Chiba glanced in Neji's direction, pondering an idea that had just formed in his mind.

Staying in Konoha...

Neji probably doesn't have much of a future.

Unlike before, Neji is now determined to abandon the Byakugan, but he has not found anything new to support himself.

Rather than that.

Why not let him betray us and go to the Sound Village, and let Kabuto transplant the Shikotsumyaku (Corpse Bone Pulse) into Neji!

If I acquire the Byakugan later, I might even be able to advance my bloodline. The only problem is that if the truth about the Sound Village is exposed, my relationship with the Hyuga clan might not be so good.

So we had to settle for second best.

Simply transplant the bone veins from the corpse, seal or even remove his white eye.

Chapter 211 Shukaku, Cursing and Blocking is the Only Way to Feel Satisfied

Although the Hyuga clan doesn't have the absolute strongest members, they make up a large proportion of the upper-middle class of Konoha ninjas, so Hiashi's claim that the Hyuga clan is the number one clan in Konoha is not an exaggeration.

Aside from those at the Kage level or above, the Hyuga family members are of very high quality.

Chiba sat on the tree and thought for a long time.

Finally, he realized—

What are you worried about?

If Neji's bloodline or power were truly transplanted, resulting in a qualitative change, the Hyuga clan might even have to beg him and Kimimaro for help.

By then, it's uncertain who will need whom.

However, in Konoha, cell and bloodline transplantation are taboo, so Neji and Kimimaro need to cooperate in this regard.

Chiba thought about it and had a fairly complete plan in mind.

Neji and Sasuke took turns fighting, but even using their full power, they couldn't defeat Kimimaro individually. As for the two of them going all out together...

As geniuses, they simply didn't have such thoughts.

"Also, you'd better not give it a chance to talk back. After showing off and cursing, run away immediately. The Nine-Tailed Fox will definitely get angrier and angrier while it's outside."

Your next pattern should be activated.

"Hmm, now that you mention it, there is a bit of that..."

Shukaku didn't understand.

Besides this, Chiba had some underlying worries—

It is swift and decisive, but that is precisely why it requires an extremely keen insight and judgment of the battlefield, so that you can hit the vitals every time without wasting your strength.

Just like Kimimaro and Itachi.

Chiba smiled, her eyes crinkling. "Isn't it enjoyable?"

Every village wants to have them.

"why?"

"Hey, Chiba, when are we going to meet Kurama?"

As for the subsequent development of swordsmanship and physical skills, that's up to them. Chiba isn't their father, so he can't prepare everything for them.

It knew its situation. After what happened in Sunagakure, it understood that it was almost impossible to be completely free like it had been long ago.

Chiba left the training ground and went to the Forest of Death.

He has his own things to do.

The entire ninja world knows how powerful the tailed beasts are.

Shukaku is very honest.

If a mental transformation truly occurs, will the body be unable to keep up with the intensity?

My mental strength has increased rapidly recently. Although my physical body has also improved, the amount of physical enhancement is relatively small. In addition, I have been slacking off in my physical training recently, so my physical progress is relatively slow.

The initial purpose of the battle was to test Kimimaro's strength, but now that he understands that Kimimaro has the ability to teach him, there's no need to go through the trouble.

"Other skills also need to catch up. Fortunately, I made some arrangements in advance. If any discomfort arises, I can offer some guidance..."

"Don't worry, I will arrange for you to meet Kurama before Naruto leaves the village."

I don't know what's going on with the mountain clan, but according to Bodhi's feedback, his mental strength has been growing quite rapidly recently.

"As expected of a human, their heart is amazing!"