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Chapter 94 The Art of Stone and Spirit Summoning

Tobirama was unaware of what had happened between Kato Dan and Jiraiya.

Even if he knew, he probably wouldn't think much of it.

It's normal for kids to fight.

This is why he didn't ask any further questions when he saw the bruise on Kato Dan's face.

"Choose one from these to study."

"Yes, Lord Hokage."

Unfolding the Book of Seals, Kato Dan was awestruck by the various forbidden techniques listed within.

Especially when he saw the Impure World Reincarnation, a forbidden technique that could revive the dead, he couldn't help but marvel once again at how strong the Second Hokage was in creating techniques.

The forbidden techniques in the Book of Seals vary in strength, and Kato Dan was overwhelmed by the choices.

I want to learn this, and I want to learn that too.

He was torn between being able to learn only one of so many forbidden techniques.

It was at this moment that Hiruzen Sarutobi arrived at the Hokage's office.

"Huh~ Hiruzen, you haven't left for the Fire City yet?"

"Uh, something came up and I was held up a little."

After saying that, he gestured towards Kato Dan with his lip.

Tobirama Senju understood instantly.

He might not mind the fight between the two "kids," but Hiruzen Sarutobi, as the official teacher, couldn't help but mind.

"As long as you know what's going on, then what brings you here?"

"I want Jiraiya to learn summoning techniques."

Upon hearing this, Kato Dan, who was looking at the sealing scroll in the corner, immediately perked up his ears.

His strength was roughly equal to that of Jiraiya Jr., perhaps he was slightly stronger, but not by much.

If Jiraiya were to learn the Summoning Jutsu and enhance his own strength, when would he ever be able to avenge that punch?

"Summoning jutsu? You've found the location of Mount Myōboku?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head. "No."

"Then what's the point of having Jiraiya learn summoning techniques? Do you want him to form a contract with the Enma of your Sarutobi clan?"

"I'm afraid that won't work."

The Ape Demon is a very powerful summoned beast.

This can be seen from the time Orochimaru fought the Third Hokage during the Konoha Crush.

This summoned beast can not only assist the contractor in its original form, but can also enhance the contractor's physical attacks by transforming into the Golden Cudgel.

However, the contractors of the Sarutobi Summoning Beast have always been members of the Sarutobi clan.

Foreigners can never become contractors.

Even if Hiruzen Sarutobi's father, the clan chief, agreed, the Sarutobi demons would not.

"Without a summoning beast, this technique isn't very useful. Tell me your thoughts."

Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't speak directly this time. Instead, he glanced at Dan Kato and gestured to Tobirama, asking if they should let the guy go out first.

Tobirama shook his head, telling Hiruzen not to worry about him, since he wouldn't understand anyway.

"Here's what I'm thinking: the document doesn't explain in detail how Jiraiya made a contract with the toads of Mount Myōboku. Since he doesn't know, I might as well teach him the Summoning Jutsu first and let him go find Mount Myōboku himself. If he can find it, that would be great, but if he can't, there's really no loss."

Hiruzen's words made perfect sense, and Tobirama had nothing to object to.

Just as Hiruzen had predicted, Tobirama was very unhappy with that giant toad sage.

What right does a giant toad like you have to interfere in human affairs?

Fortunately, they have already confirmed that Naruto is the chosen one, so even if the giant toad still wants to use Jiraiya as a tool, they can correct it in time.

"Okay, let's do it your way."

"Yes, teacher."

Hiruzen Sarutobi left, wanting to hurry up and teach Jiraiya the Summoning Technique. Once he was taught, he would head to the City of Fire at full speed.

"Break off, have you made your choice?"

"Replying to Hokage-sama, I have made my choice."

Holding the scroll, Kato Dan approached Tobirama, pointed to a forbidden technique on it, and said, "I choose this one, the Rock Technique."

"The art of rock formation? Sure, you can copy it down now and practice it at home. If you have any questions, you can ask me. But remember, you cannot reveal this art to anyone without my permission."

"Yes, Lord Hokage."

"By the way, can you tell me your reason for choosing the Stone Rock Technique?"

Nodding, Tobirama was satisfied with Kato Dan's attitude. At the same time, he was also a little curious as to why Kato Dan did not choose to learn other offensive techniques, but instead chose such a defensive technique.

"That's right. As the Hokage knows, when I use the Spirit Transformation Technique, my soul leaves my body. So, without teammates, protecting my body becomes a big problem."

"So, you chose this defensive technique?"

"Yes, compared to other techniques, the Stone Rock Technique can only defend and has significant side effects, but it is the most suitable for me."

The side effects of the Stone Rock Technique are indeed significant.

When this technique is performed, the practitioner's entire body will be covered by a very hard rock, and they will be unable to move.

In other words, using this technique means becoming a sitting duck.

In addition, during the performance of this technique, the caster's thinking will gradually slow down, eventually turning into a real stone.

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This is why this technique suits Kato Dan so well.

His soul had left his body, so he was naturally unaffected by the side effects of slowed thinking. Moreover, the layer of rock covering his body also served as a concealment.

Combined with his spiritualization techniques, it can be said to be a match made in heaven.

Once he learns the art of rock formations, he will be able to greatly enhance his own safety.

From then on, his mother no longer had to worry about him dying on the battlefield.

After leaving Tobirama's office, Hiruzen Sarutobi quickly found Jiraiya kicking a wooden stake in a training field.

"Jiraiya, come here for a second."

"Teacher, what brings you here?"

Young Jiraiya was puzzled when he saw Hiruzen Sarutobi.

At this point, shouldn't the teacher already be on their way to the City of Fire?

"Jiraiya, your teacher has been busy protecting the daimyo's safety lately and has neglected your upbringing. You shouldn't blame your teacher, right?"

Jiraiya scratched his head and replied with a silly grin, "How could that be? Didn't Master entrust Orochimaru and me to the Hokage? The Hokage is quite responsible. Whenever I have a question, I go to the Hokage and he answers it in detail."

"If you don't blame me, then as compensation for my absence, I've decided to teach you a very powerful ninjutsu."

"Yeah?"

Little Jiraiya's eyes sparkled as he looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi with great anticipation.

"Of course, how could a teacher lie to you?"

After saying that, Hiruzen Sarutobi took out a small scroll for practicing the Summoning Jutsu and handed it to Jiraiya, saying, "The ninjutsu I'm going to teach you is the Summoning Jutsu."

"Oh, so it's a summoning technique. If I learn this, will I be able to summon Master's Monkey Demon?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled awkwardly and said, "Forget about Enma. You should go find other summoning beasts."

"I see."

Upon hearing that he couldn't summon the spirit ape demon, Jiraiya looked quite disappointed, but he quickly cheered up.

"Teacher, please teach me quickly."

"Alright, I'll demonstrate it to you now. The hand seal sequence for the summoning technique is: Hai-Xu-You-Shen-Wei."

After demonstrating the hand seals to Jiraiya, Hiruzen Sarutobi continued, "Once you find a summoning beast you can contract, you'll be able to use summoning techniques. Before you contract a summoning beast, you absolutely mustn't... Jiraiya, what the hell are you doing?"

In fact, Jiraiya hadn't been listening to what Hiruzen Sarutobi was saying at all.

Upon seeing the hand seal sequence, he immediately began to mobilize his chakra while simultaneously forming the hand seals for a summoning jutsu.

After Jiraiya finished forming the hand seals, he imitated Hiruzen's summoning of Enma and slammed it hard on the ground.

With a "bang," Jiraiya vanished right before Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes.

Hiruzen: What's going on? Where is my disciple?

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Chapter 93 got censored, I'm so annoyed...

(End of this chapter)