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Chapter 40 The Pioneer (Seeking recommendations and monthly votes for continued reading)

Inside Minato Namikaze's room, a stack of large bills lay on the table.

This is what Hideichi Hoshino brought back.

Minato Namikaze glanced at the money, then looked at Shuichi Hoshishita: "The daimyo wants to recruit you?"

Xingxia Xiu nodded and then recounted the process.

Minato Namikaze was stunned. After thinking for a moment, he finally said, "A double agent?"

Hoshino Hideichi stroked his chin thoughtfully after hearing this: "That doesn't seem like a bad idea?"

He certainly wasn't thinking about being a double agent.

He was just trying to scam the daimyo out of his investment, and then he planned to get some resources from Hiruzen Sarutobi once he returned to Konoha.

He used Konoha, or rather the secret conflict between the Hokage and the Daimyo, to profit from it.

Minato Namikaze was also quite politically astute, and he followed the mindset of the Hokage.

Even if the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, had taken over, he probably wouldn't have let this opportunity pass by, and would have made him a double agent.

Minato Namikaze pondered, "Keep this money safe and don't tell anyone else. I will explain to the Third Hokage myself when we return to Konoha."

"clear."

Hoshino nodded, put the money away but did not leave. Instead, he took out a scroll, opened it, and said with a smile, "Minato-sensei, this is a technique I designed. Because it involves the brain, I dare not try it lightly."

Procedure?

Minato Namikaze was surprised, then picked up the scroll and examined it carefully.

The technique was not complicated, and even quite simple for him, but the concept was ingenious.

Looking up at Hoshino Shuichi, Minato Namikaze's surprise deepened: "I didn't expect you to be skilled in cursed seals and sealing techniques, Shuichi."

Hoshino Shuichi said "shyly," "I learned it when I was making explosive tags."

"I have developed a unique memory technique that I call the memory palace."

Hoshita Shuichi explained to Namikaze Minato, "Because of my training in Shadow Clone Jutsu, I had the idea to develop this technique."

Minato Namikaze nodded: "So the idea is to allow the memories brought back by the shadow clones to directly enter your memory palace through this technique, without causing any shock or confusion to your brain."

"You want to accumulate cultivation experience through shadow clones?"

Xingxia Xiu nodded.

Minato Namikaze immediately reminded him, "The various memories brought back by the shadow clones are only one aspect; we also need to be wary of the feeling of exhaustion."

"There is a limit to how much a person can endure."

Hoshino Hideichi quickly replied, "Don't worry, Minato-sensei, I'll be careful."

Minato Namikaze appreciated Hoshino's composure, so he didn't say anything more. He simply asked about the details of the memory palace while reviewing the spell on the scroll again.

"Shuichi, you actually used the entire Hidden Leaf Village as a container for your memories. What a brilliant idea."

"In that case, adding illusion magic would be even better."

"Yes, it also needs to be based on chakra, and then supplemented by sealing techniques, just like building a library."

"Shuichi, your technique is simple, but to be able to achieve this level just by learning explosive tags shows that you have extraordinary talent in sealing techniques."

……

Minato Namikaze scribbled and made revisions.

Hoshino Shizuka's originally simple technique became visibly complex.

About two hours later, Minato Namikaze put down his pen and laughed, "Well, that should be about right."

"With your chakra, Shuichi, you should have no problem using it."

"Of course, in order to maintain the seal, you will need to constantly use chakra, which will also be a drain on you."

In Hoshino Hideichi's eyes, the technique had changed drastically, becoming several times more complex.

He scratched his head and said helplessly, "Minato-sensei, I'm afraid it will take me some time to understand this."

Minato Namikaze laughed and said, "Sorry, I just got carried away."

"But it's okay, feel free to ask me if you don't understand anything."

"Hmm, it's too late today. We have to travel tomorrow, so let's continue this research when we get back to Konoha!"

Hoshino nodded, then packed his things, said goodbye to Minato Namikaze, and returned to his room.

Lying in bed, Hoshino Shizuka's attention was focused on the term tree.

Just now, two keywords were triggered in a row.

Entry: Sealing Expert

Acquisition Requirements: Complete training in the secret technique "Memory Palace," perfected by Minato Namikaze.

Effects: Increases sealing techniques and curse seal talents by 100%, and memory by 100%.

The acquisition conditions don't seem difficult, and the effects of the entries are quite good.

In terms of memory, although Hoshino Shuichi claims to have an exceptional memory, he is far from being able to remember everything he sees. The "memory palace" technique is very important.

A 1% improvement in memory might just enable you to remember everything you see.

This will obviously also help improve insight, enhance learning, and even raise the upper limit in actual combat.

"Having a talent for sealing techniques definitely requires serious study, since it's a type of ability that can do almost anything."

However, Hoshino Hideaki was very clear-headed.

Sealing techniques are not a high priority at present.

First and foremost, he still relies on swordsmanship and medical ninjutsu; these are what he currently uses to protect himself and establish himself.

Look at the second entry.

Entry: Pioneer

Acquisition Requirements: Develop at least 5 A-rank or higher ninja skills, including but not limited to ninjutsu, sealing techniques, genjutsu, taijutsu, etc.; if someone assists, you must play a pioneering and crucial role.

Effect: A "flash of inspiration" once a year, lasting 10 minutes. During the "flash of inspiration" period, comprehension and creativity are at their maximum.

Hoshino Shuichi suddenly stood up.

Two maxes, incredibly tempting.

However, mastering five or more A-rank ninjutsu, sealing techniques, or illusion techniques... that's quite difficult.

Chidori is of A difficulty, and Rasengan is of A difficulty.

"Tsk, not bad!"

"Even if Minato-sensei hasn't developed the Rasengan yet, it wouldn't be easy for me to copy it and register the copyright."

"And Kakashi's Chidori... first you have to master the nature transformation of Lightning Release chakra..."

"Yes, the Wind Release: Rasenshuriken can also be included."

Shuichi Hoshishita pondered: "A groundbreaking and crucial role... I wonder if it counts if I propose an idea and others assist in its development?"

It seems we need to figure it out gradually.

Hoshino Shuichi lay down again and slowly drifted off to sleep.

The following day, the group left the Daimyo's residence and returned to Konoha Village around noon.

In the Hokage's office, Hiruzen Sarutobi listens to Minato Namikaze's report, including the words that Shuichi Hoshino had said on his way to the Daimyo's residence.

Of course, the most important thing was the daimyo's recruitment of Hoshishita Shuichi and Hoshishita Shuichi's response.

After the report, Minato Namikaze said, "Shuichi is a very intelligent child with an extremely keen political sense. After hearing the mission details, he noticed the differences between the village and the daimyo's prefecture."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded in agreement, a sentiment evident from Shuichi Hoshino's words and actions.

Not only that, but he is also a staunch supporter of Naruto.

Hiruzen Sarutobi was quite satisfied with this, and laughed, "Shuichi handled it very well. It's rare to see someone his age respond so nimbly!"

"Let Shuichi keep the money. As for the double agent thing... what do you think, Minato?"

Now, Hoshino Shuichi is essentially Minato Namikaze's subordinate, and as Hokage, he needs to listen to Minato's opinions.

Of course, he also had a great interest in cultivating Minato Namikaze.

Tsunade clearly has no intention of succeeding as the Fourth Hokage, and Jiraiya is an even more prodigal son who has lost his way in fate. He hasn't returned since the Second Shinobi World War, and I heard that he has taken on a few disciples in the Land of Rain.

Orochimaru was originally a very suitable candidate, but things changed too much after the Second Shinobi World War...

For various reasons, he had to give it more consideration.

Minato Namikaze had anticipated Hiruzen Sarutobi's question and had a plan in mind, so he said, "I think Shuichi is capable of handling this task."

"He is a very self-disciplined person with a strong will. He has always adhered to the Will of Fire and protected Konoha and the Hokage. Although he is very young, he is already very mature and there is no need to worry about betrayal during his work as a double agent."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, then said, "In that case, you will convey this mission to Shuichi; you will also be his contact person!"

Minato Namikaze immediately obeyed: "Yes, sir!"

One more chapter will be a little late. I caught a cold after cleaning yesterday, and it really confused me last night. I need to revise the second chapter, so please wait a bit.

(End of this chapter)