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

Chiba checked on Naruto's condition.

Naruto's injuries were not serious, and Itachi did not kill him, but only punished him slightly. Not only did it not pose a threat to Naruto's life, but it also stimulated and enhanced Naruto's mental energy as he slowly recovered.

but.

Itachi put on such a great performance this time that he might gain some trust from Obito and Zetsu, but Black Zetsu will definitely tamper with Itachi's White Zetsu cells.

For example, a certain type of incantation seal.

Chiba thought about this and pondered how to remind Itachi, but after thinking for a moment...

He felt that it might not be necessary.

Itachi Uchiha is different from Sasuke.

After that guy learns about Obito's personality and true nature, he definitely won't easily trust him. Given the chance, he'll probably try to contact him in advance.

If you rush into communication, you might harm the other party.

Chiba looked at Jiraiya.

"We didn't gain much advantage over them this time, but fortunately we got one of the more crucial knives out of the seven."

Samehada?

Jiraiya pondered for a moment, then couldn't help but praise, "That sword can absorb chakra, it's really amazing. Kisame's ability to use Samehada to that extent is truly remarkable."

"He himself is also very powerful."

Chiba thought of Kisame's astonishing amount of chakra and couldn't help but sigh, "Samehada doesn't even look at ninjas with weak chakra, so there aren't many people who can wield this sword well."

"You count as one, right?"

"Yes, of course."

Samehada isn't here; it's in the Forest of Death.

Jiraiya looked around.

"Speaking of which, what place is this?"

"Orochimaru's former base, a place near the Land of Hot Springs."

Chiba said, "You don't think I can travel long distances with both of you on my back, do you? I can't do that right now."

"Your Flying Thunder God technique requires Sage Chakra, which makes it difficult to travel long distances. Thank you for your help this time. If it weren't for you, Naruto and I might have been captured by the enemy."

three people.

Do not!

Based on Akatsuki's modus operandi, there were definitely four people involved this time, but one of them was lurking in the shadows, unnoticed even by Chiba.

Jiraiya understood this.

The other side had devised a complete plan. If it weren't for Chiba's intervention, even he wouldn't have been able to escape the calamity, since the other side possessed the most bizarre space-time abilities.

He thought about it and couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.

"I used to think I was capable of protecting Naruto, but now it seems that as the Akatsuki organization slowly comes to the surface, even I am not strong enough to keep up."

Jiraiya rubbed his temples.

Chiba reached out and used his mental energy to soothe Naruto's mental state while dealing with Jiraiya's questions.

"Your strength is naturally very strong, but the opponent you encountered this time is not suitable for you to deal with."

"Oh?"

Jiraiya pondered for a moment, "Indeed, I'm not good at dealing with space-time abilities, but you're probably the only one in Konoha who's proficient in the Flying Thunder God Technique right now, aren't you?"

"In terms of this kind of spacetime ability, that's true. Tian Tian is good, but it's difficult to achieve body-traveling in the short term."

Chiba pondered for a moment, "Let's go back to the village first. Naruto's mental state isn't good; he needs to rest. The environment here isn't suitable."

"Or would you like to do the work?"

Jiraiya coughed lightly.

Naruto's condition was really bad. If he walked there, who knew when he would get there, and it would be bad if something happened along the way.

This is the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki!

Chiba rolled her eyes.

"I used Sage Chakra!"

"Ahem, I will repay you for this."

Jiraiya said, "How about this, you know I'm the author, I'll give you a copy when you come of age..."

"I have no interest in your work."

Chiba said, "Fine, I only have one request."

"what?"

"If we go back to the village, and I don't harm you or violate your principles, you'll cooperate with my research. How about these conditions? Can you agree to them?"

"To cooperate with your research?"

Jiraiya thought for a moment, then nodded. "I originally wanted to find a way to improve my strength after I got back. If you have any research that can help me, that would be great."

"I don't know if I can help, after all, it's research and full of uncertainties. Also, you have to promise me one thing in the future, as long as it doesn't violate your principles."

"What conditions?"

I'll tell you later, but it definitely won't violate your principles.

Chiba placed one hand on Naruto and the other on Jiraiya.

Then, he released the chakra from the acupoints within his body.

moment--

The three disappeared from the spot.

The Flying Thunder God Technique is different from the Flying Thunder Formation. Even if Chiba were to bring someone with him, he wouldn't be able to reach Konoha instantly. Therefore, he used Kyoto as a stepping stone.

After three uses of the Flying Thunder God Technique, they finally reached the outskirts of Konoha.

Jiraiya breathed a slight sigh of relief, and then saw Chiba's face suddenly turn several shades paler.

He hurriedly asked, "Are you alright?"

"It's alright, I just need to rest for now."

but.

This little bit of chakra...

In reality, it wasn't a big burden for Chiba; it was just that Jiraiya felt he had paid a considerable price.

Chapter 322 Sasuke is easier to control than Itachi

"Have we run into the Akatsuki?"

When Tsunade heard the news from Yamanaka Inoichi, she thought she had misheard. After asking around, she found out it was true: Chiba, Jiraiya, and Naruto had returned together.

and.

The way they returned was quite unusual.

Flying Thunder God!

Isn't Chiba in Sunagakure?

Something must have happened.

Tsunade understood immediately, so she sent someone to meet her, and sure enough...

Naruto came back lying down.

This state definitely indicates that he encountered Itachi Uchiha.

but.

It's just weird.

When it comes to Naruto's injuries, the other person is the expert; it would be unprofessional for me to give random advice.

"Tsunade, this used to be the home of the First and Second Hokage, and now it's in your hands. And you just happened to become the Hokage. It's a wonderful legacy."

Chiba said that Naruto's current condition was nothing to worry about, but he still felt quite anxious about him being unconscious.

She learned some secrets about Itachi Uchiha from the Third Hokage, realizing that Itachi's true position was somewhere between Konoha and Akatsuki, making him an indecisive person.

"It's not convenient to talk about the specifics here. Let's treat Naruto first, and we can discuss the rest in more detail later."

Jiraiya stopped worrying about it.

Jiraiya scratched his head, not quite understanding.

"Silence, arrange for Naruto to stay in the hospital first, provide him with nutrition and IV fluids, and try to help him wake up as soon as possible."

The injuries are not very serious, at most they cause mental exhaustion.

Jiraiya chuckled, "If I were in charge, Konoha wouldn't be as glorious as it is now. But the bathhouse is... hehehe!"

Chiba was able to detect Orochimaru's abnormality, which shows that his research in mental techniques was already far superior to Orochimaru's.

"There are still ways."

Jiraiya was also very anxious.

Chiba stood to the side, looking somewhat tired.

They could wake Naruto up, but deliberately didn't treat him, leaving him in a state of mental trauma...

The only reason he would do this is because he had no other choice.

So you're saying you can help?

Tsunade waved her hand, signaling Jiraiya and Chiba to follow.