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

Worth the price!

She opened the second scroll.

This is a study on the body of White Zetsu, as well as speculations about "Black Zetsu," which also provides detailed information on various topics.

Although there was a suspicion of padding, considering that it was just an advance payment for probing the barrier, she didn't feel anything was wrong. On the contrary, she felt like she had "made a profit".

"I've said it before, my trading principle is 'you get what you pay for,' so am I right?"

"You're really good, I can't help but want to eat you up."

Mei Terumi licked her lips.

Chiba smiled and then said, "I appreciate your sincerity, so I'll add a suggestion."

"Oh?"

Mei Terumi's expression was serious. "Please speak."

“If you capture the Tailed Beast, I do not recommend that you recreate it as a Jinchuriki, because the Akatsuki’s goal is very clear, and you seem to lack the ability to protect the Tailed Beast for the time being.”

Chiba said it bluntly.

Mei Terumi's forehead veins bulged.

This kind of truth...

How infuriating!

but.

Her battles with Kisame and Obito made her clearly realize the strength of the Akatsuki organization.

As far as Kirigakure is concerned, it is indeed impossible to withstand such an attack.

She remained silent for a long while.

"Do you have a solution?"

"One of the technologies we exchanged should be a modified version of the Infinite Hole Armor, right? That ninja tool can store tailed beast chakra."

"..."

Mei Terumi recalled for a moment and vaguely remembered the technology behind that ninja tool.

Chakra storage.

If it's used as a storage device, then the greatest use of that chakra isn't as a weapon of war, but as a means to restore chakra and strengthen oneself.

Mei Terumi quickly figured it out.

This is indeed much more practical than becoming a Jinchuriki. If the Akatsuki organization is dealt with in the future, she can still take the Tailed Beasts out of the ninja tools and transfer them to the Jinchuriki.

or.

They can coexist in another form, such as the Hidden Mist Village forming a cooperative relationship with the Tailed Beasts.

She quickly pondered the matter in her mind.

Then, Mei Terumi couldn't help but sigh.

Dealing with Chiba was truly a painful experience.

This guy isn't exactly comfortable, but after the deal, he doesn't make her feel bad either, it's kind of...

The high price wasn't Chiba's problem; rather, Kirigakure couldn't provide what Chiba wanted.

After she left, Chiba looked at the two scrolls over and over again.

His research focused not on steam-powered weapons, but on water-powered cannons.

of course.

The steam hazard is also very strong and has extremely high research value; otherwise, he wouldn't have requested an exchange.

just.

Researching water-powered cannons will yield greater benefits in the short term.

Finger pistols can be further improved!

Chapter 299 Meditation Method - Sword Zen

Chiba's previous Finger Pistol, which incorporated some of Neji's ideas, mostly used chakra bursts to achieve its effect, but the Water Gun provided another direction as a supplement.

liquid!

Or Fireball.

For ordinary ninjas, coordinating with the Flame Bullet Technique is quite difficult, because it means not only controlling oil and fire release techniques, but also controlling and condensing chakra.

The difficulty level is close to A+.

With a few minor changes, it might reach S-class.

If one can learn that kind of technique, there is basically no need for techniques like finger guns. Therefore, accurately identifying the needs is also crucial in the process of improving ninjutsu.

After some revisions, Chiba incorporated some techniques from the water gun into the finger gun.

Although I haven't tried it yet, it should be even stronger after the improvements.

However, it was clear that my state was not what Chiba described; it was simply that my five senses were enhanced while I was in a meditative state.

In normal circumstances, it involves using Water Release chakra.

What he was going to teach Kazusa was actually a mental training technique that Chiba himself had developed. If one's mind was calm enough, one might even be able to sense natural energy.

Currently, Chiba himself has not tried it, nor is he able to, because his ability already allows him to easily perceive natural energy.

of course.

After summarizing the ninjutsu briefly, Chiba closed his notebook and began to try out the techniques he had learned from the Water Gun, incorporating them into his own interpretation.

The lower limit depends on individual ability.

a bit sleepy.

"Try to feel the knife, focus your mind on the knife, and let your mind reach a state of perfect tranquility."

Its essence is very similar to Chiba's meditation method.

Chiba withdrew his chakra, glanced at it, and then withdrew his chakra.

Gradually, she felt...

Even when entering the state of sword meditation, there is no difference from normal times.

She knew this was the limit of her perception.

After a long time.

Chiba opened his eyes and said, "You don't need to deliberately learn from me. Just be in that state, and you'll be comfortable in that state."

The key is to focus the mind and then consume mental energy through focused "meditation".

Chiba beckoned with his finger and gestured for her to look over. Then he took out his sword from the sealing scroll, sat down cross-legged, and placed the White Fox Sword on his lap.

but.

He couldn't concentrate his mental energy, and any movement around him seemed to attract his attention. Even the slightest sound could be clearly heard.

Then, he tried to absorb some natural energy into the room; although not much, at least it wouldn't be too diluted.

"Ok?"

Kazusa slowed her breathing, trying to calm herself down and blend into her surroundings as much as possible.

The knife is merely a medium.

In comparison.

Kasa sat cross-legged inside the room, her mind focused on the knife.

Kazusa looked over, puzzled.

Combining it with Water Release is the orthodox approach. Although Water Release alone cannot reach the level of the Second Mizukage, with its own improvements, the upper limit of its power should not be too different.

If you want to be really ruthless, you can use saliva or blood as a medium, mainly to give the chakra a carrier and reduce the loss of chakra before it hits the opponent.

Kakashi, seeing Kazusa sitting on the floor, roughly guessed what Chiba was doing—

Theoretically speaking, by entering the sword-zen state envisioned by Chiba, even if one cannot perceive natural energy, one can still cultivate one's spiritual energy through this focused concentration.

Chiba observed from the side.

He had just seen Kazusa practicing her swordplay, and it reminded him of Kazusa's usual state of mind as she waited in the shadows for the enemy to appear. He thought that she should have the opportunity to enter that state in this way.

At first, she felt quite annoyed.

"By the way, I'll teach you a method. Try to figure it out yourself and see if it works."

Kazusa looked bewildered, completely not understanding why Chiba had suddenly brought this up, but out of trust, she still sat down cross-legged and imitated him in a serious manner.

Kazusa could use a knife, Asuma could use a fist blade, and as for the Third Hokage, he doesn't mind being old and still wants to try his best; he could probably use a stick too.

"Chiba, we... uh, it seems we came back at the wrong time."

"Feel the knife, focus on the knife?"

The knife is the medium.

Kazusa practiced her swordplay silently on the side.

Cultivation in Sage Mode?

Although they are not the same thing, they seem to be similar in essence.

Kazusa opened her eyes.

"It's nothing, I was already awake earlier. Sorry, I think I fell asleep for the rest of the time."

She scratched her head in shame.

Chiba smiled and said, "It's normal to fall asleep. This state depletes your mental energy, but consistent practice can strengthen your mental energy. Of course, you may also be able to sense natural energy."