Konoha's lexicon of ninjas

Chapter 117 Software Modification and Academic Genius! (Please subscribe and vote with monthly tickets)

"Shuichi!"

Hoshita Shuichi, who was studying the Flying Thunder God Technique in his study, looked up at the window and saw Sarutobi Shinnosuke dressed as an Anbu member. He immediately got up, opened the window, and went outside.

"Here is the information you requested about Sunagakure."

Sarutobi Shinnosuke handed over a rolled-up piece of paper.

Hoshino Shuichi immediately pulled his thoughts away from Flying Thunder God and took the note to read it.

"really……"

Hoshino Hideichi's gaze darkened.

Sarutobi Shinnosuke, who clearly already knew the information, asked, "So, Shuichi, do you suspect that this person colluded with the Third Kazekage to kill Sakumo-senpai?"

Sasori of the Red Sand!

The genius stylist of the former puppet army of Sunagakure!

Yes, Sasori of the Red Sand was a genius, but he was not known in Sunagakure for his puppet manipulation and powerful combat abilities, so Konoha did not have much information about him.

Because this person has not yet fought against any Konoha ninjas, Konoha has not paid much attention to him.

Hoshino nodded: "This guy's parents were killed by Sakumo-senpai during the last Shinobi World War."

Sarutobi Shinnosuke had his doubts: "That's true, but according to intelligence, this person has assassinated the Kazekage three times and defected from Sunagakure. He clearly sees the Third Kazekage as an enemy. Will he join forces with the Kazekage?"

Hoshino Hideichi shook his head: "I can't be sure about that either, so it's just a guess."

He then asked, "What does the Third Hokage mean?"

Sarutobi Shinnosuke said, "It's difficult to pinpoint Sasori's whereabouts."

Hoshino Hideichi understood and nodded, "I get it!"

Sarutobi Shinnosuke knew that Hoshinoshita Shuichi, who appeared gentle on the surface, possessed extraordinary courage, and warned him, "Shuichi, I know that Sakumo-senpai has been kind to you by guiding you, but the Kazekage is not so easy to assassinate."

"You are very strong, but the Third Kazekage's abilities are comprehensive in both offense and defense, making it difficult for you to succeed."

Hoshita Shuichi knew, of course, that he was still far from being on par with the Third Kazekage, and smiled, "Don't worry, Captain, I value my life and won't do anything reckless."

Beneath the mask, Sarutobi Shinnosuke thought to himself, "You won't do anything reckless, but you will!"

That concluded the conversation, and Sarutobi Shinnosuke took out another piece of information: "This is information for Danzo."

Hoshita Shuichi took it, but Sarutobi Shinnosuke had already disappeared.

Back in his study, Xingxia Xiu glanced at the second intelligence report and couldn't help but raise an eyebrow slightly.

The Pseudo-Tailed Beast Jinchuriki Plan?

"Through Orochimaru, Danzo may already know that I have control over the Four-Tails' power. This plan... tsk tsk."

Hoshino Hideichi laughed.

This is a test of Danzo's ambition!

But it doesn't matter anymore.

Hoshino Shuichi casually burned the note and continued studying the Flying Thunder God Technique.

A month has passed, and he still hasn't mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique.

It is indeed a little difficult!

……

Research base.

Watching Orochimaru untie his bandages and slowly put on his clothes, Hoshishita Shuichi was secretly alarmed: "As expected, although the essence of his chakra hasn't changed, the feeling he gives off is completely different."

At this moment, in his perception, Orochimaru's chakra was colder and more sinister than before, and even had a slight snake-like quality.

And this was only the first test.

Orochimaru stretched his body, feeling quite satisfied, and then smiled at Hoshita Shuichi, saying, "Shuichi-kun, you should have mastered Tsunade's monstrous strength by now, right?"

Hoshita Hideyuki nodded: "Lord Orochimaru wants me to use my superhuman strength to attack you?"

Orochimaru laughed and said, "Superhuman strength should be the most effective testing method."

Hoshino Shuichi naturally wouldn't object to this.

So the two left the experimental base and came to an open space outside.

"Orochimaru-sama, watch out!"

Chakra erupted beneath his feet, and Hoshino Shuuichi shot out.

boom!

The ground was blasted into a large crater by Hoshino Shizuka's fist, and then he twisted his body and charged at Orochimaru again.

This time, the speed was even faster; Orochimaru had barely landed before he was already in front of him.

In close-quarters combat, every punch landed squarely, and the sheer power was so great that even Orochimaru, whose physical skills were equally impressive, couldn't withstand it and had to retreat repeatedly.

However, Hoshino Shuichi felt that some of his power had been depleted, making him feel less capable.

Orochimaru's software modifications were clearly effective.

Click!

Orochimaru's jaw was dislocated by Hoshino Shuichi's punch, and he was sent flying.

Hoshino Shuichi did not attack again.

Orochimaru got up from the ground, nonchalantly putting his jaw back in place, and laughed, "Looks like the effect wasn't enough!"

"How are you feeling, Shuichi-kun?"

Hoshino Shuichi said seriously, "It's good at deflecting force, but it can't defend against it at the bone level."

Orochimaru nodded: "Let's schedule the next experiment for a month from now!"

He was quite satisfied with himself.

Moreover, software modification is only part of his plan, just the foundation.

His goal is to molt and regenerate like the White Phosphorus Serpent. His research into the power of the Tailed Beasts and Hashirama's cells is all for this purpose.

This was a plan he hadn't revealed to Hoshino Shuichi.

However, Hoshino Shuichi, who was following Orochimaru toward the experimental base, was comparing Orochimaru's ultimate form to what he knew.

Clearly, the Reincarnation of the Corpse and the Skin Regeneration are two completely different forbidden techniques.

The current software modifications are only the most basic modifications.

Orochimaru's ultimate goal is the White Phosphorus Serpent... no, perhaps it should be called the Yamata no Orochi!

"No wonder Orochimaru, who is also one of the Legendary Sannin, has a high reputation in Konoha, but no one likes him."

Hoshita Shuichi pondered to himself, "This isn't just a problem with Orochimaru's personality; as the modifications deepen, he's gradually become cold-blooded, and the others in Konoha are starting to perceive him as less than human, and more as terrifying!"

No one would choose a cold-blooded, terrifying-looking person as Hokage!

And this terror doesn't come from sheer strength.

……

root base.

Danzo looked at the intelligence report submitted by Hoshinobu with a grim expression: "It seems that it's not just about preparing for the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki to wield its power, but also about selecting suitable candidates from the Anbu to create pseudo-Jinchuriki as weapons?"

He was also very tempted.

Even after learning from Orochimaru that Hoshino Shita Shuichi had mastered the power of the Four-Tails, he had the same idea as Hiruzen Sarutobi.

However, all the current resources are being poured into experiments on interstitial cells.

However, seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi's plan, Danzo gritted his teeth and decided to implement the same plan for Root.

When it comes to spirit and willpower, the roots, known for their ruthlessness, have an unparalleled advantage!

"This plan should be entrusted to Genji for implementation!"

Danzo snorted inwardly.

He had no doubt about the authenticity of the plan.

He knows his old partner all too well.

As I get older, my personality starts to soften.

Because of the heavy losses in the last intercolumnar cell study, we dare not easily start such an experiment again.

However, if there are already successful examples, he believes that Hiruzen Sarutobi wouldn't leave them unused.

However, funding is a problem...

Danzo thought for a moment and decided to send Root out to take on more missions involving coups in small countries. This would also distract the Iwa ninja and divert their attention.

……

Hoshino Shuichi didn't care about Danzo's reaction to the information, since Danzo wouldn't come looking for him anyway; he was probably with Orochimaru.

Anyway, the culture progress of four-tailed and eight-tailed cells suddenly improved a lot, which was very beneficial to him.

It feels great to be able to do your own thing without spending your own money.

Time always slips away unnoticed when you're busy.

The autumn breeze was cool. After lunch that day, Hoshino Shuichi and Shizune took a walk together. As the shadow clones' memories were fed back, the word tree also began to stir.

However, Hoshino Shuichi didn't check, but instead focused on chatting and laughing with Shizune.

The two walked for a while and sat down on a bench by the roadside. Suddenly, Shizune gestured with her hands to indicate their height and said, "Shuichi, you seem to have grown taller very quickly these past few months!"

Hoshino Shuichi also sensed this and laughed, "Because you're almost grown up."

"At this rate, he'll probably be 1.8 meters tall by now!" Jingyin said.

Hoshino Shizuka teased, "What, you don't like it this tall?"

Shizune immediately blushed: "This... of course not."

Hoshita Shuichi pulled Shizune's soft hand and played with it. Shizune rested her head on Hoshita Shuichi's shoulder and whispered with longing, "Shuichi, what will happen between us in the future?"

Hideichi Hoshino smiled and said, "Of course I'll be very happy."

"It will become very powerful!"

"They will have many children."

"Eleven, how about that?"

Upon hearing this, Shizune looked up, blushing, and said, "11...isn't that too many?"

"And why are there 11?"

Hoshino Shizuka teased Shizune: "Then let's have 12, divided into three teams, that way we won't be bullied!"

Shizune couldn't help but laugh: "That's ridiculous."

……

The fantasies of young boys and girls are always full of incredible things.

After lunch break, Hoshino Shuichi and Shizune returned to Konoha Hospital together.

After making his rounds in the ward, Hoshino returned to his office and focused his attention on the term tree.

[Earth Escape Expert] Light up!

With this, the five experts in escape techniques are now complete!

Beneath the Word Tree, Hoshino Shuichi looked up at the five Word Tree leaves of the Five Escape Experts, while the Word Tree swayed, and on a branch atop another level, a gray-white Word Tree leaf shimmered with red light.

This means that the term "Professor of Ninjutsu" is a red term that is a higher level than the blue term.

Light up!

Xingxia Xiuyi immediately chose to light it up, and the words on the tree leaves were instantly covered in a brilliant red light, shining brightly.

Your ninjutsu talent has increased by 100%, your chakra nature transformation talent by 100%, your chakra form transformation talent by 100%, and your physique by 100%. Aside from bloodline limits, what else can stump you? Nothing!

With his body slightly warm, Hoshino Shuichi felt a significant increase in his physical strength.

Then, some questions that had been lingering in his mind about the Flying Thunder God Technique were suddenly answered as his thoughts raced.

"As expected, I still need to use cheats!"

Hoshino Hideichi smiled and sighed.

This time, the ninjutsu talent is all-encompassing; as long as it falls within the scope of ninjutsu, it naturally includes Body Flicker Technique and Space-Time Ninjutsu.

There's also a 100% increase in Chakra Nature Transformation talent and a 100% increase in Chakra Form Transformation talent; both of these are fully covered.

"In this way, the progress of illusion magic will also be accelerated."

Hoshino Shuichi was very satisfied with this improvement, although it did not immediately boost his strength, its impact was far-reaching.

"Huh?"

Suddenly, the word tree moved again.

A new leaf with the inscription "[Ninja Technique Doctor]" grew at a height even higher than the one on the tree.

Entry: [Academic Genius]

Acquisition Requirements: [Academic Prodigy] + [Pioneer] + [Ninjutsu Doctor] + [Taijutsu Expert] + [Ninja Tool Expert] + [Swordsmanship Expert] + [Body Flicker Expert] + [Clone Master Expert] + [Substitution Master Expert] + [Transformation Expert] + [Genjutsu Expert] + [Sealing Expert] + [Space-Time Messenger] + [Medical Expert] + [Sensory Expert] = Academic God

Entry Effects: 10x faster thinking speed, 100% increase in comprehension, and 100% increase in physical fitness; you are already a god in the field of learning, and gods are omnipotent, so what is there that you can't learn? As long as it appears before you, there is nothing!

Upon seeing the entry's description, Hoshino Shuichi was completely stunned.

Wow, what a super composite word!

But the effect is also very powerful.

Needless to say, physical fitness has doubled, but the key is ten times faster thinking and doubled comprehension.

Previously, the comprehension boost was only 50% for the "Konoha Genius" stat. Now it's doubled. The comprehension attribute has a wider coverage than ninjutsu talent.

Ninjutsu talent only covers ninjutsu, while comprehension covers everything.

The most crucial point is the last one.

A "god of learning," as the name suggests, is a god in the field of learning. Gods are omnipotent, so there is nothing they cannot learn.

So as long as you have this "academic genius" entry, it means you can get it.

Including Kekkei Genkai, Kekkei Tota, and Kekkei Web!

Hoshino Shuichi couldn't help but lick his lips; it was so tempting!

Moreover, this composite term was not difficult for him to obtain.

Currently, he is only missing the [Illusionist] and [Time-Space Envoy] titles.

Once you've mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique, you can acquire the [Time and Space Messenger].

As for the [Illusionist Expert], he is currently lacking the required proficiency in the Golden Binding Technique and the Nirvana Abode Technique to meet the requirements of the vocabulary tree.

Like the Instantaneous Movement Technique, the Golden Binding Technique is an illusion technique, and it can also refer to a type of illusion technique, namely, the immobilization illusion technique.

For example, the toad's song at Mount Myoboku!

For example, Itachi Uchiha instantly defeated Orochimaru's Illusionary Shackles Technique.

This type of effect is similar to sleep paralysis; you are conscious but unable to move your body.

The strength of the effect also varies, depending on the practitioner.

Orochimaru's genjutsu abilities were also top-notch, but he was still easily defeated by the young Itachi Uchiha.

Danzo's Golden Binding Technique is graded as B, which is less difficult to learn than the graded Dark Travel Technique (A) and the hypnotic Nirvana Abode Technique (Hypnotic).

"It'll be soon, it'll be soon..."

Hoshita Shuichi withdrew his gaze.

Although he was only a genius in academics, it was still incredibly impressive.

If something is right in front of you, there's nothing you can't learn.

You should know that for many people, even if the answer is right in front of you, you still won't understand it.

That feeling was something that Shuichi Hoshino had experienced before.

"I should be able to take down the [Illusionist] title this year. So, should I use 'Ingenious Strike' to deal with the Flying Thunder God? With some preparation, 10 minutes should be enough."

Hoshino Hideichi pondered, "However, even without a 'flash of inspiration,' I'm still confident I can succeed; it will just take a little more time."

So should we use "a flash of inspiration"?

With proper preparation, "A Flash of Inspiration" is enough for him to develop an S-rank ninjutsu and earn a master-level title.

Boom!

A sudden knock on the door startled Hoshino Shuichi from his reverie.

A mute voice followed immediately: "Shuichi, a rather serious patient has arrived. Nonou-neechan requests your presence!"

"They're here!"

Hoshino Shuichi immediately got up and went out, quickly arriving at the ward with Shizune.

Eh?

Looking at the person on the hospital bed, Hoshino Hideichi was stunned for a moment.

Is this... a young Gekko Hayate?

Looking at the pharmacist Nonou, who was working on Hayate Gekko's data, Hoshishita Shuichi quickly asked, "Dean, what's wrong with this child?"

Pharmacist Nonou said, "The situation regarding his lung disease is not very clear at the moment, but his lungs have already begun to undergo irreversible fibrosis."

"It's said to be due to the awakening of a bloodline limit, but a definitive assessment is needed to confirm the exact cause."

Pulmonary fibrosis?

Blood inheritance limit!

So is it a bloodline disease?

Escape?

A series of thoughts surfaced in Hoshino Hideichi's mind.

(End of this chapter)