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

Sasuke felt a chill run down his spine, understanding Chiba's meaning.

He knew Itachi Uchiha and Chiba well, but for a strong person, his "success" could also be a trap, only this trap came from the unknown nature of ninjutsu.

"Come again."

"Yes!"

Sasuke dared not be careless, so he immediately activated his Sharingan and then lunged forward again.

His physical skills have improved significantly, and his swordsmanship has also grown considerably, but his fastest progress has been in Lightning Release and Chidori. Chiba already knows in his heart what techniques to teach him.

After the battle, Chiba smiled and said, "To deal with Itachi, you must know how to identify and counter illusions. You should have learned my improved illusion resistance techniques, right?"

"Yes, thanks to your help."

Sasuke bowed slightly.

Chiba waved his hand: "No, I don't expect you to be grateful. I just want to say that you need to figure out the technique I gave you yourself. Take a look?"

He then handed over another scroll.

Sasuke took it, opened it, and couldn't help but pause in surprise.

Lightning Release Chakra Armor.

The difference is that this scroll describes a solution that leans towards combining genjutsu resistance, and it even mentions the Lightning Release chakra mode.

The most suitable technique for the present!

Sasuke took a deep breath, then bowed deeply without saying another word.

"If you figure this out, you can talk to Kazusa. She will teach you another technique, and then you can discuss together how to combine the two techniques into one."

"Yes."

Sasuke sincerely thanked Chiba.

This technique combines genjutsu resistance, defense, and chakra mode. If one can learn this technique, their strength will be elevated to a higher level. Although they won't be able to fight against Itachi Uchiha, they will at least be one step closer.

Sooner or later, he will kill Itachi!

Chiba nodded slightly, without saying anything more.

Sasuke's progress is quite good, so he is willing to teach him more. If Sasuke were to give up, he would not be able to provide any further guidance.

As for what happens next, that depends on Sasuke's own wishes and how things develop.

Chiba had no intention of interfering.

He returned to his residence and pondered new ninjutsu.

Chapter 240: Arranging a Chance Encounter for the Passionate Ninjas

"Sister, is this Konoha?"

"Ah."

Samui nodded slightly.

A hint of surprise appeared on Atsi's face, and he said in a low voice, "It seems a little different from before!"

"Before? You've been to Konoha before?"

Samui frowned as he looked at his silly younger brother.

"No, but I've heard other seniors mention it. They said that Konoha's guards no longer exist, but things seem different now."

Atsi said in a low voice.

Samui paused for a moment, then looked at both sides of the road.

did not expect……

It's most likely true.

Chiba suppressed a laugh.

“It’s normal for noble ladies to think differently from us.”

Although Konoha and others also received a share, the majority of the profits went to the Inuzuka family.

indeed.

Many caravans came and went, and there were even quite a few people dressed as nobles walking around on the streets, making it almost like another Kyoto.

On her way to the Hokage Building, she secretly observed the current situation in Konoha and couldn't help but feel a little shocked.

She entered the Hokage Building, filled with awe and shock.

Inuzuka Hana explained, then couldn't help but complain, "We've been working non-stop lately. All those noble ladies want cute and capable ninja dogs, but nothing is perfect."

not only that.

Looking through the entrance, you can see three or four ninjas in special attire patrolling and guarding the street, each leading a ninja dog.

Inuzuka Hana only complained a little, without blaming Chiba.

Samui thought to himself.

What is the current situation in Konoha?

There are more ninjas now!

Then, she felt jealous.

Where did all these guards come from!

Does Konoha no longer need anyone to clear its missions?

If it weren't for Chiba, how could the Inuzuka family have expanded their business further?

Konoha was so prosperous it was unbelievable.

They also appear to be a security detail.

but.

Dealing with nobles must be driving Hana Inuzuka crazy these days.

"calm!"

On the first floor of the Hokage Building in Konoha, the mission hall was bustling with people, a long line waiting to submit their requests.

Samui was surprised by the current security in Konoha, but he had to be on high alert and treat the ninja in front of him with caution.

"Yes, we were ordered to visit Konoha, and we have already informed your Hokage in advance."

Samui nodded and followed.

This must be a conspiracy by Konoha. They're putting on this act on purpose, but it's all a setup!

She made a malicious guess in her heart.

Although she didn't know much about Konoha's basic structure, she did know that the guard unit used to be in charge of the Uchiha clan, and that the guard unit had been in a state of shutdown since the Uchiha clan was massacred.

It's normal to have a lot of resentment now.

I haven't paid attention for a while, but Konoha has already rebuilt its guard.

The difference is too big!

……

Even with a few years of rest, it would be impossible to recover to this level, right?

but.

"Konoha wasn't always like this. Previously, nobles rarely came to Konoha. It's only recently, due to the Daimyo's policies, that they've started coming to Konoha to spend money and study."

She exchanged a glance with Atsui, and before she could say anything, he spoke first, asking, "You two are Samui and Atsui from Kumogakure, right?"

Also.

Reason told her that there was no point in deceiving herself like this, and that Konoha, as a village that consistently ranked among the top in terms of economy among the five great nations, had no need for such petty tricks.

Before they even got close, two squads surrounded them from the front and back.

but.

The other person smiled and waved their hand, saying, "No need. The Hokage already gave instructions beforehand. In fact, we noticed you when you were outside. Please come with me, I'll take you to register..."

According to the information I read before leaving, Konoha has been engaged in continuous wars in recent years, resulting in the deaths of many ninjas and a severe depletion of its manpower.

She was about to say something more.

Chiba suddenly looked in a certain direction.

"what happened?"

"The person I've been waiting for has arrived in Konoha."

"Then please go and receive them. I have no problem with this. We will definitely do our best to train the ninja beasts and will not let you or the village down."

"It's not that serious. It's just a business deal. If we can do it, we can; if not, that's fine too. There's no need to force it. Okay, I'll be going now."

The people from Kumogakure have arrived.

Samui's size is comparable to Tsunade's in the anime, which shows how exaggerated her strength is.

but.

Chiba wasn't concerned about her figure, but rather the ninjutsu of Kumogakure.

Does Samui possess the Lightning Release Armor?

It’s hard to say.

While Lightning Release Armor is not uncommon in Kumogakure, it is not something everyone can learn. It is extremely difficult to master, requiring equally high levels of Lightning Release, Ninjutsu, and Taijutsu.

The current Samui and Atsi are probably not good enough.

As Chiba teleported to the Anbu, he pondered what he could extract from the two individuals.

Samui is quite difficult to deal with.