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Chapter 144 Erika, Graduation, Taking the Blame! (Please Subscribe and Vote)

"What?"

Onoki suddenly stood up, looking at his disheveled subordinate in disbelief.

"Is it that little brat from the Star Show?"

Onoki gritted his teeth. In his opinion, only Hoshino Hide could have so quickly defeated the subordinates from the Land of Grass.

No, it's not.

The disheveled Iwa ninja said, "It was Jiraiya from Konoha and Kuro Amegakure from Amegakure. Lord Tōtsuchi was defeated and killed by Kuro Amegakure."

"That guy's water-style techniques are too powerful."

Onoki was taken aback: "Black Rain, the acting leader of Amegakure?"

He certainly knew this person; he was quite strong, an elite Jonin.

However, in the Land of Grass, without rain, even if the Eastern Lands were no match, they wouldn't be defeated and killed by the Black Rain.

However unbelievable it may seem, it cannot change the outcome.

The promising situation of the Land of Grass was ruined in one fell swoop, and it also lost a major bargaining chip in its peace talks with Konoha!

Onoki's expression turned extremely ugly for a moment, and his brain was working at high speed, thinking of a way to deal with the situation.

It seems unlikely that the Land of Grass can return to its previous state. Since the Land of Grass has betrayed us and aligned itself with Konoha, it will probably end up like the Land of Rain.

In that case... it seems that reaching a peace agreement as soon as possible is the best solution.

Let's conserve our energy and wait for the right opportunity to fight again.

If this drags on, Iwagakure will gain little benefit and will only waste its strength.

Let Konoha, Sunagakure, and Kumogakure exhaust their strength first.

After much deliberation, Onoki could only suppress his inner ambition.

……

Almost at the same time that Onoki learned about the situation in the Land of Grass, Danzo on the other side also received intelligence from the front lines.

Even with his gloomy personality, he couldn't help but show a hint of joy at this moment.

In this way, that old man Ohnoki can no longer be as tough as before.

However, Danzo's joy vanished instantly upon realizing he couldn't completely devour the Land of Rain.

He lowered his eyes and thought carefully, and suddenly realized that it seemed that the outcome of Amegakure remaining relatively independent was actually more advantageous to him.

In this way, Konoha's control over Amegakure is not as deep, but it is more conducive to Root's control over Amegakure and to Root's development.

If that day ever comes and he needs to step over Hiruzen Sarutobi to rise to power, then the Root of Amegakure will inevitably be an important force.

"In that case, let's push for a peace negotiation to be reached as soon as possible."

Danzo finally understood.

……

The Land of Grass.

It took three days for the situation in the Land of Grass to be completely stabilized.

Apart from a few scattered Iwa ninja, there are no more Iwa ninja troops in the Land of Grass.

With the situation stabilized, Hoshinobi, disguised as Kuroyu, immediately bid farewell to Jiraiya and the others and returned to Amegakure.

However, after entering the Land of Rain, Hoshinobi Shuu left the group and then returned to Kusagakure under the guise of Hoshinobi Shuu, where he found Jiraiya.

"Xiu, what brings you here?"

Jiraiya was somewhat surprised, while Minato Namikaze quickly bowed, saying, "Shu-senpai!"

Hoshino patted Minato Namikaze on the shoulder, then said to Jiraiya, "There's something important."

"There is a whirlpool orphan in Kusagakure."

The Uzumaki Clan?

Jiraiya raised an eyebrow slightly: "You mean...?"

Xingxia Xiu said, "This little guy has a special constitution; a bite from him can heal injuries and replenish chakra."

"The Grass Ninja had no intention of training her; they simply treated her as a medicine bag."

Jiraiya and Minato Namikaze were both shocked when they heard this.

"So, you mean you want to take her back to Konoha?"

Jiraiya asked.

Hoshinoshita nodded: "If we ask, and considering the relationship between Konoha and the Uzumaki clan, I'm sure Kusagakure won't refuse."

Minato Namikaze listened from the side, but couldn't help thinking of his former red-haired classmate, Kushina Uzumaki.

Jiraiya thought for a moment, then nodded: "It shouldn't be a problem."

Hoshita Hide smiled and looked at Namikaze Minato: "Minato, you will escort him back to Konoha."

Minato Namikaze was taken aback for a moment, then quickly nodded, "Yes, Hide-senpai!"

"Alright, I've left this to you. I'm leaving."

After saying this, Xingxia Xiu disappeared.

Jiraiya thought for a moment, then said to Minato Namikaze, "Let's go, let's resolve this matter first."

The two immediately went together to find Ii Takeshi, the new leader of Kusagakure, and explained their purpose.

Jingwu knew who it was as soon as he heard it.

Erika!

Then Ibu readily agreed.

Erika Uzumaki was just a slightly special medical ninja to Kusagakure, so handing her over to Konoha wouldn't have made much difference.

Soon, outside the hospital in Kusagakure, Jiraiya and Minato Namikaze saw Erika Uzumaki looking nervous and timid.

"We come from Konoha, and he will be responsible for sending you there, where your clansmen live."

Jiraiya originally wanted to ask Erika Uzumaki if she was willing to go to Konoha, but after thinking about it, he didn't ask. Instead, he spoke in an unquestionable tone.

This is what Xingxia Xiu instructed, so there's not much room for maneuver.

Moreover, judging from Erika Uzumaki's appearance, she probably doesn't have her own opinions.

Erika looked up at the gentle and refined Minato Namikaze, then quickly lowered her head.

Minato Namikaze smiled and said, "Hello, I am Minato Namikaze. Please take care of me from now on."

Erika didn't say anything, but she felt relieved.

This guy, who looked about the same age as her, seemed easy to get along with.

Seeing that Erika remained silent, Jiraiya scratched his head and decided to pass the buck to his disciple Minato Namikaze: "Minato, take her to rest and replenish her energy, then head back to Konoha."

"Be careful on your journey, there are still remnants of the Iwa ninja clan active."

Minato Namikaze nodded solemnly: "Understood!"

……

Amegakure Village.

The clone of Xingxia Xiu returns, releasing memories after the event.

"Karin's mother... It's good that Kushina has a companion."

Xingxia Xiu smiled, and then created a wooden clone to impersonate Hei Yu.

This operation was quite good; they gained an additional water-escape disguise.

"Water Release can be used for both wide-ranging attacks and offensive maneuvers, making it a skill-based approach."

"It's still controllable and preventable..."

Xingxia Xiu summarized his experience in using Water Release techniques with his clones.

He had previously learned all of Konoha's Water Release techniques.

Furthermore, it simplified the seals, following the example of Tobirama Senju.

With the added power of the "Water Release Master" state and his massive chakra reserves, he is essentially a clone of Tobirama Senju.

However, at the level of Hoshino Hideaki, the hypothetical enemy is obviously no longer a regular ninja.

The master-level Water Release technique is similar to Kisame's tailless tailed beast technique, but it is still within the conventional range.

It might not be enough to deal with unconventional beings, those beyond shadow form, or even those on the verge of six paths.

Madara Uchiha, a mere beast, fought his way to the other side of the sea.

The fully evolved Susanoo sliced ​​through a mountain with a single stroke.

This is something that even the current Hoshino-sho's Water Release techniques cannot achieve.

"Single nature transformation, in the current ninja world, is just within the norm."

"Like the Lightning Release techniques of the Third and Fourth Raikage."

Xingxia Xiu secretly shook her head.

Besides Tobirama Senju, he also developed the medical-grade water-style ninjutsu, Tensui Rebirth.

They are even trying to combine the two nature transformations of Water Release and Yang Release to go a step further.

However, medical treatment is an auxiliary treatment.

"I'm a master at both Water Release and Wind Release, so I might as well try Ice Release."

Xingxia Xiu pondered to herself.

It's not that the upper limit of Ice Release is higher than that of Water Release alone.

Rather, it is easier to develop new techniques than simply using water escape methods to reach new heights.

Susanoo-clad Buddha?

Can't I just wear the Frost Giant set with the Buddha?

"Let's take it one step at a time, starting with developing more powerful Water Release medical ninjutsu..."

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Hoshino Shuu pressed down on the idea of ​​developing Ice Release.

He's busy enough already.

Even if you have clones to help you grind, the clones' fatigue will eventually accumulate on the main body.

He hasn't mastered the Lightning Release Chakra Mode yet; he still has the Light Rock Technique and the Heavy Rock Technique.

Time flies.

With the 37th year of Konoha's existence drawing to a close, peace talks between Konoha and Iwagakure are progressing rapidly in response to the changing situation in the Land of Grass.

On this day, after finishing his class, Hoshino asked Yahiko, Nagato, and Konan to come to his office.

"Hey!"

After sitting down, Hoshino took out three forms and gave them to Yahiko and the others.

Yahiko was the first to receive it: "Graduation application..."

He immediately became excited: "Teacher Xiu, can we graduate now?"

Nagato and Konan also watched Hoshino Show with anticipation.

Xingxia Xiu nodded: "You are learning very quickly and have already mastered the basics. There is no need for you to stay in school anymore."

"Take the form back, fill it out, hand it in tomorrow, and you can take the early graduation assessment the day after tomorrow."

Yahiko nodded quickly, "Yes!"

He handed the forms to Nagato and Konan, and then couldn't wait to go back and fill them out.

Watching the three little guys leave, Xingxia Xiu couldn't help but sigh that the gap between geniuses and ordinary people is even greater than the gap between people and dogs.

He cheated on himself, but didn't feel much of a difference.

However, Yahiko and his two companions are completely outstanding in the current ninja academy.

Among the three, Nagato's talent stands out even more.

Of course, Nagato is also considered a character with overpowered abilities.

After all, in addition to his own bloodline, the Rinnegan of the Uchiha clan also gave him the ability to transform into six natures from birth.

three days later.

The early graduation exams have begun.

Besides Xingxia Xiu, there is also Hei Yu, and two other teachers from the Ninja Academy.

The written test and the Three Bodies Technique were all passed by Yahiko and the other two without any problems.

that's it.

Before the end of the semester, Yahiko and his two friends successfully graduated.

……

The winter rain was cold.

Yahiko and his two friends put on raincoats early in the morning and went out together to the Ninja Academy.

Unlike yesterday, today they wore headbands that belonged to ninjas.

In the teachers' office, Xingxia Xiu was already waiting. Seeing the three children arrive, she nodded and got up to leave, saying, "Come with me!"

Yahiko and the other two quickly followed.

Four figures moved through the misty winter rain, leaving the Rain Village and heading north, stopping after crossing a river.

Ahead are mountains, with a cliff over a hundred meters high, and natural caves nearby for resting. Behind us is the river we just crossed.

Upon entering the cave, Xingxia Xiu took out three slips of paper and handed them to the three people.

"This is a chakra test strip. It can detect the attributes you possess. Just inject your own chakra."

Xingxia Xiu said, "These things were taught in school. Look at your own attributes, and you can determine the direction of your future cultivation based on nature changes."

Yahiko and the other two nodded, then channeled their chakra into the chakra test strips in their hands.

Hoshino looked at Yahiko and saw that the note in his hand was quickly soaked with water, and then nothing changed.

There is only one type of water escape technique!

Hoshino looked at Nagato again, only to see that the note had changed in several ways.

It splits in two, burns, gets wet, chars, and petrifies.

It possesses all five basic properties, but the yin and yang aspects will not be detected by the chakra test strip.

However, Hoshino knew that Nagato definitely possessed the Yin Release attribute.

Finally, there's Xiao Nan, who is composed of three elements: earth, water, and wind.

"Nagato, you bastard, you have five attributes!"

"And there are three kinds of Xiao Nan as well."

Looking at his chakra test strip, Yahiko couldn't help but feel a little dejected.

Konan quickly comforted him, "Yahiko, the teacher said that even if you don't possess that attribute, you can still master the transformation of its properties through training."

Nagato nodded quickly.

Instead of offering comfort, Hoshino Hide said directly, "Yahiko, your main focus for nature transformation from now on will undoubtedly be Water Release."

"Wait until you reach my level in water manipulation before you start thinking about cultivating other nature transformations."

Yahiko looked up at Hoshinoshita Shu and asked curiously, "Is your water-style technique very powerful, teacher?"

"Is he as powerful as Lord Black Rain?"

Xingxia smiled.

After the battle at Kusagakure, Black Rain's fame soared, earning him the title of the strongest Water Release in the ninja world.

Of course, this is just something the ninjas of Amegakure (the Hidden Rain Village) boasted about themselves.

However, the black market bounty of forty million taels was real.

Black Rain: o(╥﹏╥)o

……

Seeing the curiosity of Yahiko and the other two, Hoshino Hide said, "You'll find out later."

"Nagato, which type of nature transformation did you begin your training with?"

Nagato, lacking any independent thought, honestly replied, "I don't know either."

Yahiko felt anxious for him and quickly said, "Of course, we'll start with what you're best at, teacher."

Xingxia Xiu laughed and said, "I'm good at quite a few things."

"Wind Release, Water Release, Earth Release, hmm... Fire Release and Lightning Release are slightly inferior."

"I'm also good at genjutsu, and my medical ninjutsu is decent."

Yahiko and the other two gaped open.

"That's amazing!"

"Teacher, you've mastered all seven nature transformations! No, wait, you also have the Wood Release Kekkei Genkai!"

"No wonder even Hanzo, who was known as a demigod, was killed by you, teacher."

Yahiko and the other two exclaimed in surprise.

Now Yahiko was also scratching his head in frustration.

(End of this chapter)