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

2023-08-03

"Lord Chiba, Lord Kai."

The Chunin guarding the gate looked at the Raikage and the others, momentarily confused about the situation.

“My friends from Cloud Village were injured in an accident, so I took them inside for treatment.”

"Yes!"

He formed a hand seal and removed the barrier at the entrance.

Atsi immediately carried Samui inside, with Kai following closely behind to lead the way.

Raikage stood at the door without going in.

Chiba didn't go to the hospital either.

"Lord Raikage, aren't you going in to take a look?"

Chiba smiled confidently.

Raikage is perfectly acceptable.

Upon hearing this, the Raikage asked incredulously, "Does Konoha still have a dedicated research department?"

As the Raikage, he felt that if he went in, things might become complicated, so it was better to let Atsui and Samui go in for treatment.

Totally unreasonable!

There is a pit!

"Of course, research is needed to improve ninjutsu, and only through improvement can one become stronger."

"Haha, of course I believe you're telling the truth."

The Raikage nodded slightly, then looked puzzled.

Raikage shook his head.

Raikage chuckled inwardly.

Chiba smiled and said, "Actually, there aren't many secrets. It's just that our hospital is collaborating with the research department recently, so some of our ninjutsu research is not convenient for outsiders to see."

This guy, who seems like a grumpy old man, is actually a very competent Raikage when he's not grumpy. He's probably struggling with why he spoke so bluntly.

If he hadn't been talking to Chiba, but rather to that silly, big-eyed guy under Kai, he might have believed it was the truth.

Although I really wanted to tease him, but...

Raikage laughed heartily.

"Is it alright for you to tell me all this?"

In order to complete the communication and cooperation as soon as possible, he decided not to waste any time.

He thought about it for a long time, but he still couldn't figure it out.

A department dedicated to the research of ninjutsu is essential!

If you don't study and only practice the old ninjutsu, you'll only stagnate and even become weaker with each generation.

If even a single gate holds so many secrets, imagine what lies inside.

"Research Department?"

Killer Bee was clearly the one who did it, but now the Raikage and the Hidden Cloud Village have to befriend him. Is there anything more outrageous than this?

Chiba knew the Raikage was definitely thinking the wrong thing.

Research department...

but.

Chiba rolled his eyes, chuckled, and then said, "Lord Raikage, have you decided what you need?"

That peculiar barrier we just saw must be a barrier that can identify certain hand seals or chakra.

Why would the other party tell him such an important secret directly?

Chiba?

Chiba pointed in the direction of a road, indicating that they should walk forward.

The Raikage was wary inside, but outwardly continued walking forward nonchalantly.

If you treat him like a good person, you might get betrayed without even realizing it.

"Forget it."

Forget it, he's full of bad intentions, and when you cut him open, he's all black.

"As for the research department, it still depends on your own capabilities. Even if you know you need to set up such a department, it's all for nothing if you don't have enough capabilities to match it."

"Your chakra armor, that kind of taijutsu that controls muscles, and the forbidden technique that uses breathing to temporarily enhance yourself."

unreasonable.

“We are allies. Although we haven’t officially formed an alliance yet, the rest are just matters of negotiation. I believe we can reach an agreement.”

He followed Chiba, listening intently, his mind seemingly lost in thought.

indeed.

"The Hidden Cloud Village wants to establish a research department with full research capabilities, rather than an empty shell. To be honest, it requires a lot of investment, and it may not be suitable for the Hidden Cloud Village."

Raikage clearly articulated his needs.

Konoha may have conducted more research on ninjutsu.

but.

For the Hidden Cloud Village, which favors Lightning Release and Taijutsu, these three techniques are the most worthwhile to exchange.

With these, the Hidden Cloud Village's strength can be further enhanced.

“Great! This is just a small request from our village.”

Chiba handed over a piece of paper.

Raikage inwardly praised her for being "well-prepared," then his face darkened. He looked up at Chiba with displeasure and said, "Chiba, I may not be very smart, but I'm not stupid. Your request is too much!"

"Look, Lightning Release Armor corresponds to Chakra Armor, Taijutsu Techniques correspond to the Limit Break state, and Four-Finger Spreading Hand corresponds to Breathing Activation Technique."

Chiba compared them one by one for him, grinning, "The effect of the Breathing Activation Technique is absolutely guaranteed, and its value is no less than that of the Four-Finger Spreading Hand Technique, which few of you can learn."

"Even if it's a version that hides some tricks?"

Raikage sneered.

He didn't believe Chiba would teach him the original version.

Chiba said indignantly, "So you were planning to hide some tricks, Raikage-sama! I never expected you to be so cunning despite your seemingly honest appearance!"

"???"

The Raikage's lips twitched, and he looked like he wanted to punch someone.

The bad guys complain first!

but.

Upon closer reflection, he realized he had similar thoughts.

Raikage waved his hand: "Let's talk openly and honestly, without so many beating around the bush. How much of these techniques can you give me?"

What percentage can you offer?

"Seventy percent is possible."

After thinking for a moment, Raikage gave a suitable number.

Seventy percent of it is knowledge and tips.

This was the position he felt was suitable; Konoha wouldn't agree if it were less, and they wouldn't agree if it were more.

"Okay, by the way, I need to remind you of something. Although I don't know anything about Lightning Release Armor, our village has a Copy Ninja. You must have heard his story, right?"

"Ok!"

Raikage gritted his teeth.

This is another hateful guy who copies ninjutsu everywhere. Kakashi even stole some of the ninjutsu from their village, but you can't really condemn him when you fight him.

"By the way, Kakashi-sensei is my mentor. Even if he doesn't have time, I still have a little bit of free time. I might not be able to figure it out, but I definitely can."

Chiba added another sentence.

boom!

The Raikage punched the air to his left, and the power that erupted instantly, combined with the Lightning Release chakra, created a loud explosion.

It turned out they were master and apprentice.

No wonder!

He took a deep breath.

Then, he slowly exhaled his anger.

"How do I know if what you gave me is actually 70% complete?"

"Good question!"

Chiba laughed, "So you see, I can be sure of how much you gave, but you can't be sure of how much I gave you. Even if I gave you everything, you might still suspect that I'm hiding some."

"Makes sense."

Raikage nodded.

If Chiba had provided a half-finished product, he would indeed have suspected that Chiba was holding back.

Chiba said truthfully, "That's why I wanted to have a good talk with you. The other two are fine, they're relatively simple and straightforward, you can judge how much they were given. The one you're unsure about is the Breathing Activation Technique, right?"

"Ah."

The Raikage really likes this refreshing style.

"We have developed Konoha to the fourth activity level."