Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 100 When did you learn Wood Release?

"Bang!"

In Sage Mode, the effects of power and ninjutsu will be greatly different, but the consumption will also increase accordingly.

I tried it for two days.

Jingyan discovered another problem.

Yin Seal!

Compared to Sage Chakra, it can contain normal chakra, but it cannot contain Sage Chakra.

This power is too great, and it requires balance. It's not a big problem for his meridians to flow like living water, but it's simply unrealistic to seal it in a "pool".

It could easily burst through the sluice gate, or affect the area around the seal.

The best solution to utilize the chakra within the Yin Seal is to create a release technique similar to the Hundred Healings Technique, use ninjutsu, and then create shadow clones containing a large amount of chakra to absorb natural energy in one's place.

or--

Reaching the level of Hashirama Senju, one can rapidly gather natural energy in a short period of time, mixing and refining all chakra into Sage Chakra.

Take your time.

Practice makes perfect!

Although his Wood Release level didn't improve much, at least his Shadow Clones were able to extract some stable Sage Chakra without turning into wood.

The next step is to shorten the preparation time as much as possible.

Jingyan glanced at the panel, smiled, and then looked away.

"Lord Fukasaku, I've rested well."

"No, no!"

Fukasaku was drenched in sweat, clutching his back. "Your combat skills are already very strong, and you've basically adapted to Sage Mode. You don't need to practice anymore."

It gasped for air, enduring the pain.

These days, young people are incredibly strong and skilled in combat; an old body like mine simply can't handle it.

With such powerful skills, why would anyone need to train?

If Jiraiya had even half of Kyohiko back then, they wouldn't have needed to worry so much.

Fukasaku sighed: "What you lack right now is the speed to enter Sage Mode, and we can't help you with that."

It looked at Kyohiko and said seriously, "For you, the key is to study the Sage Mode of Wood Release. If you can master a Sage Mode similar to the First Hokage, your strength will reach a new level."

Fukasaku really dares to think big!

There are also differences between Wood Release techniques.

The First Hokage had a Sage Body, what am I?

Jingyan never expected to be able to open it instantly. He was already very satisfied that he could get into the zone within half a minute!

but.

Knowing the details of Mount Myōboku, he understood another layer of meaning from Fukasaku.

The art of two lives.

If Kyohiko were just using a regular Sage Mode, then Fukasaku and Shima could cooperate with him. But since he has mastered Wood Release, it seems he has a chance to learn the First Hokage's Sage Mode...

Then there's no need for that.

Jingyan didn't insist. He nodded slightly and was about to say something.

Suddenly, a toad hopped over here.

"Croak!"

"Boss, Jiraiya sent a message, saying it's for Kyohiko."

"Little Jiraiya?"

Before Fukasaku could move, in the blink of an eye, Kyohiko was already beside Toad Kosuke, taking the information scroll from its mouth.

Jingyan opened it immediately.

This is a warning!

……

"The ninjas from Iwagakure have gone to the Land of Grass?"

Tsunade jumped to her feet.

She strode to the map, glanced at it, and a hint of anger flashed across her face.

"We have an alliance with Kusagakure, but they've been secretly dealing with Iwagakure before, and now they're openly contacting them!"

"We must deter them!"

Kyohiko's gaze swept toward the location of Kusagakure.

The letter contained very simple text.

Jiraiya has arrived at the place where Yahiko and his group are hiding and developing their power, and has learned an important piece of information from them.

Recently, ninjas from Iwagakure and Sunagakure have been frequently moving around the border, causing chaos in the Land of Rain, with everyone thinking that a major war is about to break out.

One piece of intelligence they had already obtained was—

Onoki dispatched three elite squads to the Land of Grass, and they may have already crossed the border and arrived in the Land of Grass.

Three elite squads!

Such a number is enough to pose a threat to the border security of Konoha.

not to mention.

Kyohiko knew very well that oscillating between the two sides was the national policy of Kusagakure.

As a small ninja village, they have always tried to please both sides and profit from it. Opening their borders to allow Iwagakure ninjas to enter is something that has already been verified in the original timeline.

A person's fate may change because of their arrival, but the decision-making body of Kusagakure is unlikely to change because of it, and may even collapse faster because of Yuzuki's situation.

"Send Jiraiya back from that side and have him immediately take charge of the north!"

Tsunade scanned the room.

Then, she frowned and said, "Jiraiya might already be on his way, but even if he gets there, he can't possibly cross the border directly..."

"Let our team carry out this mission."

Jingyan volunteered.

Tsunade was stunned and looked at Kyohiko: "You guys are going?"

"Well, although my Wood Release skills haven't improved these past few days, through Sage Mode training, I can deeply blend into nature, becoming difficult for others to perceive. Minato also has the Flying Thunder God Technique..."

Jingyan pointed out their team's strengths.

Tsunade quickly reviewed the information about the four of them in her mind.

Two Jonin who have mastered Sage Mode and are extremely fast, one Chunin who is also skilled in speed and surprise attacks, and one Genin who is skilled in taijutsu and speed.

indeed.

In the entire Hidden Leaf Village, no one is more suitable for this mission than Kyohiko and his group.

Her expression was serious.

"This mission concerns the village, Kyohiko. You must gather enough intelligence to determine Iwagakure's intentions!"

"This mission is classified as S-level. You must complete the reconnaissance as much as possible while ensuring the safety of your team members!"

"Tsunade said."

Jingyan stood at attention: "Yes, sir!"

She also needed to make advance arrangements and contingency plans to guard against attacks from the direction of Kirigakure and Sunagakure, and even—

There's also Cloud Village.

Although the Hidden Cloud Village is an ally of them, if the Hidden Grass Village can betray them, the Hidden Cloud Village can do the same.

There aren't many permanent relationships between countries.

She immediately rang the bell.

A moment later, Sarutobi Shinnosuke appeared in a flash.

"Lord Hokage."

"Notify the advisor, Nara Shikaku, and Yamanaka Inoichi to convene a meeting immediately!"

"yes!"

Without asking any questions, Sarutobi Shinnosuke simply obeyed and left.

Tsunade issued a series of orders.

Konoha Village is operating in secret.

……

Minato and Kakashi could simply have the toads notify them; the problem was Might Guy. Fortunately, Kyohiko knew Might Guy's chakra aura and quickly tracked down his location using his sensory jutsu.

Village entrance.

The four of them gathered together.

Minato looked at Kyohiko.

"Kyohiko, what's going on?"

"I've already registered. Let's talk as we walk."

The next moment, he moved forward in a flash and disappeared from the spot.

Minato Namikaze, Kakashi, and Guy immediately followed.

Register directly.

Is this an S-class classified mission?

They realized...

This mission is probably quite unusual.

Upon reaching the village outskirts, Kyohiko ran ahead, saying as he ran, "Our teacher received news that Iwagakure has dispatched three elite teams into the Land of Grass, their intentions unclear. Our mission is to determine their purpose in the Land of Grass."

"Cross-border reconnaissance?"

Minato Namikaze's expression was serious.

This involves conflicts between countries and villages; it's an S-class mission with an extremely high danger factor!

They weren't a secret service team or a reconnaissance specialist, but all four of them were exceptionally fast...

"I have awakened Wood Release, and combined with what I gained from training in the second stage of Sage Mode, I can make myself harder to detect when I am in stealth mode."

Jingyan explained.

what?

All three were stunned. Kai almost lost his footing and fell off the tree, but fortunately, he was highly skilled in martial arts and quickly grabbed with both hands and swung forward, managing not to fall.

Kakashi, who is usually quite calm, was also unable to remain composed at this moment.

He can learn and practice ninjutsu and swordsmanship, and he's confident he can catch up in the future, but Wood Release...

What's the point of learning that?!

This thing is a bloodline limit!

As for Minato Namikaze...

Wasn't Kyohiko training in Sage Mode at Mount Myōboku and Konoha all along? How did he learn Wood Release?

The three of them had questions written all over their faces.

after all.

This is a bloodline limit, and because of the First Hokage, Wood Release is associated with power and mystery in everyone's mind.

Kyohiko has mastered Wood Release and Sage Mode...

They inevitably had connections with the First Hokage.

Finally, Minato spoke first. He caught up with Kyohiko in a flash and turned to ask, "When did you master it, and what is its approximate power?"

"It's not very powerful. For now, it can only generate shrubs, vines, weeds, or some wooden planks for defense and combat. Its power is not as good as pure earth or water techniques."

Jingyan explained.

They finally breathed a sigh of relief.

now it's right!

Although Wood Release is still very mysterious as a bloodline limit, the fact that Kyohiko mastered such a powerful Wood Release ninjutsu all at once made them feel much better.

At least it's not the despair-inducing Wood Release like that of the First Hokage.

of course.

If it truly possessed that power, they would be even happier than envious.

Minato Namikaze smiled.

"I thought you already possessed the Wood Release technique of the First Hokage..."

"It can't be that fast."

Kyohiko remained silent.

Do they think they're gods?

Kakashi sighed, "If it were really the Wood Release like the First Hokage, I feel like I'd never catch up to you in this lifetime!"

"Don't be discouraged, everyone. It's just a Wood Release technique; it doesn't have much practical significance in actual combat."

Jingyan kindly offered words of comfort.

but.

This made everyone even more heartbroken.

No practical value?

They want Wood Release too!

Minato Namikaze quickly composed himself, smiled, and then said swiftly, "Everyone, don't be nervous. There shouldn't be anyone in the village more suitable than us to carry out this mission."

"Yes, the teacher should have already headed north. I volunteered for this task."

Jingyan nodded, responding to his guess.

Kakashi and Guy weren't as nervous anymore.

Compared to Minato, they trusted Kyohiko more that he wouldn't act recklessly and risk their lives.

……

The border between the Land of Fire and the Land of Grass.

There are many flat roads and bridges between the mountains, forests and rivers, which can be used by caravans.

In the past, this place was an important trade route between the Land of Fire and the northern kingdoms, but now—

"Three kilometers away, four ninja squads."

Jingyan opened his eyes.

There were four squads in the area around the bridge ahead!

Shuimen said, "I've scouted out three squads."

"There's another one lying in ambush in the ditch, using earth magic to conceal their presence, and there's another small team covering them from above, so it's very difficult to detect them."

Jingyan explained.

Kakashi and Might Guy did not speak.

Their senses might be considered good among ordinary genin, with Kakashi even being exceptionally good, but compared to players like Kyohiko and Minato, they were simply "burdens."

Your remarks will probably only make them laugh.

"What should we do? They have people who are skilled in earth-遁 (earth-遁 is a technique used in Chinese fantasy novels), so it will probably be difficult for us to get through using earth-遁."

Minato pondered for a moment, then finally looked at Kyohiko.

He really didn't have a good way to get through without fighting; compared to him, Kyohiko had more clever ideas.

Jingyan thought for a moment and said, "Let's use a feint. Kakashi and I will use Earth Release to sneak across the river downstream. I'll leave a shadow clone behind. We'll use the shadow clone and transformation jutsu to disguise ourselves as other teams from Konoha. You guys can come over later with Flying Thunder God Technique."

After mastering Wood Release, he directly mastered Earth Release, making abilities like Earth Release stealth easy to achieve.

"You can give it a try."

Minato thought for a few seconds.

It's quite feasible!

and.

It is perfectly reasonable for them to question the Grass Ninja Village about their deployment of troops at the border of the Land of Fire, and this will not raise any questions from the other side.

"Then let's take action."

Whoosh!

The group dispersed, and in the air, Jingyan split in two, creating another shadow clone.

"You've become like this..."

Minato demonstrated each transformation technique.

Jingyan's shadow clone and Kai nodded in agreement. Then, Minato also created a shadow clone, and each clone transformed.

"Let's go, I'll talk to you later."

"it is good."

Kyohiko followed behind, and he transformed into the appearance that Minato Namikaze had described. As for Might Guy, judging from his physique, he should resemble a ninja from the Akimichi clan.

As for Minato, his true form transformed into the appearance of a member of the Hyuga clan.

Kyohiko's shadow clones are responsible for chakra sensing.

After a while, he stood up and made a starting gesture.

The four "people" immediately headed to the border.

They arrived at the place where the group had been lying in ambush.

Minato Namikaze scanned the crowd and said coldly, "Kusagakure ninja, our two countries are allies. There's a previous agreement that forbids ambushing caravans at the border. Do you intend to break that agreement?"

"You've misunderstood. We need to meet and escort a large caravan returning from Konoha, which is why we're waiting here."

The other party explained.

Three teams appeared.

Minato Namikaze deliberately stepped forward, his cold gaze sweeping over the ninja squad huddled underground.

"What about them?"

"Sorry, our main responsibility is to maintain covert vigilance."

Once their hiding place was exposed, the opponent had no choice but to emerge from the ground, making it impossible to detect any flaws from their appearance.

As he spoke, one of the Jonin from one of the teams crossed the bridge alone, stepped forward, and handed over a mission request form. It turned out to be a temporary mission to escort a caravan.

That's a very comprehensive compilation!

Minato Namikaze reviewed the group and finally said, "One mission requires four people?"

"The other party's identity is rather special. He is a high-ranking official in the Land of Earth, and he was ambushed by wandering ninjas in the Land of Fire. The escorting ninja team was injured."

The other party explained in a low voice.

Minato then handed it back: "Don't arrange so many people, otherwise it's easy to cause misunderstandings."

"Yes, yes!"

The other party nodded and bowed, being very polite.

Minato turned around: "Let's go."

The four-person team turned and left.

The four teams from Kusagakure breathed a sigh of relief. They exchanged glances and all breathed a sigh of relief.

The Hyuga clan is really troublesome!

Fortunately, their team was well disguised, and the enemy did not realize that one of their teams consisted of Iwagakure ninja.

"Let's keep waiting; the caravan should be back soon."

"Um."

They're still performing, but in the downstream areas.

Kyohiko helped Kakashi remove the Nirvana Technique that had been used to calm his emotions, thus pulling him out of Sage Mode.

Kakashi exhaled, then couldn't help but wonder, "What kind of technique is this? It actually puts me in a completely calm state."

Do you know about the psychology department?

"I have some understanding of that. Oh... you've created something new based on that technique?"

Kakashi was surprised, yet not surprised at the same time.

If Kyohiko can pull out Wood Release techniques, then he wouldn't think there's any problem with anything else.

"No, it's just a minor improvement, far from being a creation."

Jingyan shook his head. "Let's go, let's move forward and get as far away from the border as possible."

(End of this chapter)