Konoha's Hextech Ninja

However, if one wants to go further and master more difficult ninjutsu, one still needs to continue to improve chakra control.

There is no unified training method in this regard; it varies from person to person and also depends on the requirements of the ninjutsu to be learned.

After all, chakra control involves many aspects, and different ninjutsu emphasize different aspects.

For example, the Rasengan focuses on rotation and compression, while the Chidori uses lightning-style chakra to stimulate the body and activate cells, etc.

There are also some general training methods, which Nobuyuki Imai recorded in this scroll.

As for whether it is complete, Yagami Yoruichi is unsure, but given Imai Nobuyuki's strength, it is highly likely that it is incomplete.

The scroll records several methods for advancing one's chakra control.

For example, chakra can be used to simulate a hand, 'holding' a knife to carve.

Alternatively, one can condense chakra into fine threads and weave them into various patterns.

There are five different training methods, each corresponding to a different direction of chakra control.

It may not be complete, but for now, it's sufficient for Yoruichi Yagami.

As for the training methods for water-style chakra nature transformation, they are quite complete, covering every stage from the most basic training to advanced advancements.

However, this is merely a training method.

To truly master these skills, Yagami Yoruichi would need to spend a significant amount of time and effort training.

Just by glancing at the contents of the scroll, Yagami Yoruichi had a premonition that completing all of these training sessions would definitely take a considerable amount of time.

Optimistically speaking, it will take at least a few months.

It might take a year or two.

Fortunately, Yoruichi Yagami is still young and has plenty of time.

"If only I had shadow clones. With my chakra reserves, although I can't create hundreds or thousands of shadow clones like Naruto for training, creating a few shadow clones would still speed up my training several times over."

A thought flashed through Yagami Yoruichi's mind.

However, even the most basic Shadow Clone Technique is a B-rank ninjutsu, and Multiple Shadow Clone Technique is an A-rank forbidden technique, which is not as easy to learn as ordinary C-rank or D-rank ninjutsu.

Even Nobuyuki Imai might not know how, and even if he did, he might not dare to teach it to me.

"I wonder if there's any chance I'll have to meet Maruboshi Kosuke. I have water attribute, so becoming Maruboshi Kosuke's apprentice seems to be one of the best options right now..."

The thought of finding a 'good teacher' arose in Yagami Yoruichi's mind once again.

In Yagami Yoruichi's opinion, among the powerful individuals in Konoha who could potentially take on disciples, the most suitable choice is Maruboshi Kosuke.

Of course, this is just wishful thinking on Yagami Yoruichi's part.

Although Kosuke Maruboshi is a 'perennial genin', he actually holds a high position in Konoha. Even the Konoha high-ranking officials, led by the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, sometimes have to listen to Kosuke Maruboshi's opinions.

Forget about becoming an apprentice, Yagami Yoruichi didn't even know where to find Maruboshi Kosuke.

What are you thinking about?

Kurenai Yuhi nudged Yoruichi Yagami's arm.

"Regarding training," Yagami Yoruichi pulled herself out of her reverie, turned to Kurenai Yuhi, and asked, "Have you talked to your family? Do you want to train together after school?"

Kurenai nodded her head and said, "I already said so, and my dad agreed, but I have to be home by 10 p.m. at the latest."

"I'll be home by 10, so my training will probably end around 9:30." Yagami Yoruichi calculated for a moment and said, "Perfect, I can take you home after you finish training."

Ninja school usually ends around 4 PM. Subtracting dinner time, there are about five extra hours for training, which is just enough for Yagami Yoruichi's high-intensity training time every day.

However, Yagami Yoruichi had serious doubts about whether Yuhi Kurenai could hold out for that long.

Yoruichi Yagami wasn't foolish enough to ask directly; instead, she planned to observe Kurenai Yuhi's performance during their training that evening.

If she can't hold on, persuade her to reduce the time she spends practicing.

After all, not everyone is as twisted as Might Guy.

—During this time, Yoruichi Yagami would occasionally encounter Might Guy and his son practicing taijutsu late at night.

The intensity of their training was so extreme that even Yoruichi Yagami, a freak, felt it was a bit too extreme.

"What kind of training are we doing today?" Kurenai asked with great interest. "Physical techniques? With your strength, do you have a special training method?"

“Physical skills definitely need to be practiced every day.” Yagami Yoruichi smiled and said, “As for the training method, you’ll find out tonight.”

"Okay!" Kurenai nodded her little head vigorously, looking expectant.

On the other side of the classroom, Sarutobi Asuma watched the two chatting happily, his teeth practically grinding to powder.

Damn it!

"Why should you monopolize such a lovely red color!"

"I don't agree!"

Sarutobi Asuma was extremely jealous, wishing he could switch places with Yagami Yoruichi.

In the afternoon's practical lesson, Sarutobi Asuma decisively chose to challenge Yagami Yoruichi, determined to teach her a lesson.

Seeing this, Nobuyuki Imai couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.

However, Sarutobi Asuma was, after all, the son of the Hokage, and Yagami Yoruichi did not object. Imai Nobuyuki could not find a reason to stop him, so he could only remind him: "Sparring should be done to the point of exhaustion, and ninjutsu must not be used!"

This sentence was originally said to Yagami Yoruichi.

Nobuyuki Imai knew that Yoruichi Yagami had learned Water Release: Water Chaos Wave in just one night, and was even researching how to enhance the power of the ninjutsu.

In his view, if Yagami Yoruichi used ninjutsu, Sarutobi Asuma might suffer serious injuries, which he wouldn't be able to explain to the Hokage.

The two formed opposing hand seals and soon engaged in a fierce battle.

Yagami Yoruichi's taijutsu was so powerful that even Hatake Kakashi could easily defeat her. Although Sarutobi Asuma was not weak, he was clearly no match for Yagami Yoruichi and quickly fell into a disadvantageous position.

He knew that if he continued, not only would he fail to teach Yagami Yoruichi a lesson, but he would also lose face in front of the whole class, especially Kurenai Yuhi, once again.

Sarutobi Asuma hardened his heart and immediately prepared to use the ninjutsu he had only recently learned, and began to form hand seals.

As Sarutobi Asuma formed hand seals, he gritted his teeth and thought to himself, "Once I use this ninjutsu, no matter how strong your taijutsu is, it won't matter. I don't believe you can withstand it!"

"Wind Release: Gale Palm!"

Chapter 17 Ninjutsu: That's Not How You Use It

As Sarutobi Asuma was forming hand seals, Yagami Yoruichi realized something was wrong.

Normally, when an enemy is forming hand seals and preparing to unleash a ninjutsu, the best strategy is to observe the order in which the opponent forms hand seals, predict the ninjutsu they are about to use, and then choose a response accordingly.

For example, using counter-ninjutsu to deal with it.

Of course, this requires a high level of skill from the ninja. They must be able to instantly identify the ninjutsu used by the opponent and have a wide range of ninjutsu types so that they can use ninjutsu that perfectly counters the enemy in any situation.

Neither of these two things is something that Yoruichi Yagami can do now.

Although Yagami Yoruichi knew the hand seal sequence for many ninjutsu, by the time the opponent finished forming the hand seals, the ninjutsu would already be about to be unleashed, and it would be too late for her to slowly form the hand seals and cast her own ninjutsu.

In addition, Yagami Yoruichi does not have a wide variety of ninjutsu, making it difficult to guarantee that she can perfectly counter her opponent.

However, besides the most standard way of dealing with it, there is another way that is more suitable for most ordinary ninjas who have mastered fewer ninjutsu techniques.

That is to interrupt or interfere with the opponent in advance, so that the opponent's ninjutsu cannot hit you.

Especially in one-on-one battles, finding an opportunity to safely unleash ninjutsu is not an easy task.

Sarutobi Asuma was clearly too eager to turn the tide with his ninjutsu, and he failed to widen the distance between the two.

Yagami Yoruichi rushed forward without hesitation.

Sarutobi Asuma only had time to form a '戊' hand seal before Yagami Yoruichi grabbed his wrist and pulled him forcefully.

A tremendous force struck, and Sarutobi Asuma immediately lost his balance, his feet leaving the ground.

Pfft!

Sarutobi Asuma was slammed to the ground repeatedly by Yagami Yoruichi.

He felt as if all the bones in his body were about to fall apart, and the chakra he had painstakingly gathered was instantly scattered and could no longer be gathered.

When Nobuyuki Imai saw Sarutobi Asuma preparing to use ninjutsu, his heart was in his throat, and he was ready to forcefully interrupt the fight between the two.

But the situation changed so quickly that, in the blink of an eye, Sarutobi Asuma was defeated.

He originally thought that even if Yagami Yoruichi realized what was happening, she would resort to ninjutsu to win, but to his surprise, Yagami Yoruichi did even better than he expected, a textbook example of a perfect response.

In the short time it took for Yagami Yoruichi to be distracted, she had already completely taken control of Sarutobi Asuma.

Imai Nobuyuki snapped out of his daze and quickly announced, "The outcome is decided, stop!"

"Ninjutsu isn't used like that." Yagami Yoruichi glanced at Sarutobi Asuma and couldn't help but say, "There's only a two-meter distance. What makes you think I won't have time to defeat you before you finish your ninjutsu?"

At this distance, even Yagami Yoruichi didn't dare to use Water Release: Water Rumble.

Sarutobi Asuma's clumsy hand seals clearly showed that his proficiency was not as good as his own.

Yagami Yoruichi couldn't understand how he dared to use ninjutsu at such close range.

What's the difference between this and giving it away for free?

Sarutobi Asuma, frustrated by his defeat, was suddenly stunned by Yagami Yoruichi's words and subconsciously began to think: "Was my battle strategy wrong?"

But soon, Sarutobi Asuma came to his senses, and his face flushed red.

"Don't think you can teach me a lesson just because you beat me, you damn bastard!"

Sarutobi Asuma roared inwardly, but dared not provoke them any further.

After this battle, he clearly realized that the gap between himself and Yoruichi Yagami had not narrowed, but rather widened.

Perhaps using ninjutsu could turn the tide and win.

However, under Yagami Yoruichi's taijutsu suppression, he had no chance of successfully using ninjutsu.

Unless they create distance before the battle begins and then unleash ninjutsu at the very start of the fight, there is only a slight chance.

Or verbally humiliate Yoruichi Yagami, forcing her to endure his ninjutsu for the sake of her pride.

But will Yagami Yoruichi fall for this trick?

Sarutobi Asuma seemed to be deep in thought.