I'm drawing manga in Naruto

The White Eyes are unusable; the only item worth exchanging for is the Shadow Dance Leaf.

The Shadow Dance Leaf was relatively inexpensive to exchange for, requiring only 50 points. Chi Yu had over 800 points, so she exchanged it without much thought.

After exchanging the money, he still had a little over 800.

Once the update is released, earning the remaining two hundred-plus points is not difficult.

"Everything is ready, just waiting for the comic to arrive."

Akabane returned to the house and saw Kiyotsuki in the kitchen, demonstrating puppet manipulation to Kurama Saki.

The talent is truly amazing...

He sighed again, then carried his things upstairs.

After a long day, I really deserve a good shower.

Over at the comic book shop.

Jiraiya rushed over excitedly, only to find that Akabane wasn't there at all.

"Is Akabane not here?"

"Just left, probably home now."

Kurama Unro replied that Jiraiya arrived rather late and would definitely not see Akabane.

However, Kurama Unro was also puzzled. Logically speaking, Jiraiya had just parted ways with Akabane, so why was he coming to find him again?

He thought for a moment, then asked, "Do you need to see the young master for something?"

"I wanted to ask you something... no, no, it's nothing."

Jiraiya originally wanted to ask Akabane about his painting skills and why he hadn't received recognition.

Upon closer reflection, Akabane realized that he didn't want people to know that he could draw this kind of picture, and that saying it might cause him trouble, so he changed his mind and gave up.

He walked out the door and glanced to the side.

This poster...

"Wow!! This female character is so cute!"

Jiraiya quickly moved closer, his eyes seemingly shining.

After looking at it for a while, he simply moved a stool over and sat under the poster to examine it carefully.

"What is this guy thinking now?!"

Kurama Yunlang's face darkened slightly.

Jiraiya's art style is no secret in Konoha. His passionate and unrestrained style attracts a large number of people, but also makes many people despise him.

Unfortunately, he was one of the people who disliked that kind of painting.

However, considering that Jiraiya was Akabane's friend, he could only turn a blind eye and let Jiraiya sit there, since sitting there wouldn't affect the publicity.

Chapter 137 Be Honest

"Hehehe, why didn't I think of this type of clothing?"

"What an adorable outfit..."

Jiraiya sat down, took out his easel and brushes, and began to draw while grinning lewdly.

His painting technique is enigmatic; the male characters are depicted roughly, while the female characters are exquisitely detailed, creating a striking contrast reminiscent of the male and female leads in an art film.

"What on earth is this guy drawing?!"

Kurama Yunlang gritted his teeth, suppressing the curiosity in his heart.

I lost in the past, I...

"So cute! I'm really impressed with myself!"

Jiraiya wrote with divine inspiration, completing the first draft in no time, with only the details remaining.

Seeing him drawing while studying the poster, Kurama Unro had a bad feeling—this guy, could he be copying Akabane's drawing?

The more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed. He disregarded everything else and hurried over.

"Hey, you idiot, don't ruin it... Ouch!"

Kurama Unro took a few steps closer, and upon seeing the contents of the painting, he was so ashamed that he retreated frantically, pointing tremblingly at Jiraiya.

The character in that drawing was not Temari, but a female character imagined by Jiraiya himself.

However, beside the female ninja, there was also a strange puppet, and the two were entangled, creating a very impactful scene.

A painting, combined with imagination, is enough to make one's heart flutter.

Let alone Yunlang not knowing the taste, even seasoned veterans would probably find it hard to resist the power of such paintings.

"Heh heh heh, you're scared by my amazing artistic creation, aren't you!"

Jiraiya said smugly.

This painting was created on a whim; after he started drawing the characters, a whole story quickly came to mind.

I have to say, this guy is a genius.

"No...no."

Anma Yunlang looked ashamed.

I actually fell for that kind of painting, unforgivable!

"Brother Yunlang, lying is not good. You should be honest, you know?"

Jiraiya curled his lip in disdain.

It's shameful to pretend to hate or despise someone when you clearly like them and have a reaction to them.

"Shut up!"

Anma Yunlang was extremely embarrassed.

"cut!"

Jiraiya glanced at him disdainfully, confirming his own thoughts.

Paintings that would be a knockout to others are completely unappealing to the teacher.

Therefore, the problem isn't with the painting itself, but rather with the teacher's exceptional skill.

As expected of a teacher!

He sighed with admiration in his heart.

"Hey, what are you doing? Stop drawing here!"

Kurama Unro was furious and didn't want Jiraiya to continue drawing there.

After all, that kind of painting...

The thought of the scene filled him with endless inner demons.

"I understand now, anyway, I understand the problem."

Jiraiya didn't take it to heart, whistling happily as he carefully packed up his tools and put away his drawing paper, then began to ponder new questions.

How can I gain my teacher's approval?

This is really difficult; Akabane has given me a huge challenge!

He sighed, reflecting in his mind.

To gain the teacher's approval, the plot and drawing skills undoubtedly need to be improved to a higher level.

"Believe in yourself, you are the invincible Jiraiya!"

Make sure you get the teacher's approval!

He clenched his fist to cheer himself up, then happily ran out, ready to find a place to slowly ponder the plot.

Hokage's office.

The three generations sat down and couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Luckily, I was quick-witted; otherwise, if Xiaochun from the other dormitory had seen it, I would have been in real trouble.

However, once he relaxed, he started to feel restless again.

Although he only saw one cover at the time, he could guess a thing or two about the plot inside...

"Should we take a look or not?"

After hesitating for a moment and thinking it over, the third generation took out the crystal ball.

The art of telescope!

Soon after, images of the outside world appeared on the screen.

The images on the crystal ball started from the Hokage's office and slowly moved around.

In just a short while, he had surveyed his surroundings.

No one is here right now.

The Third Hokage silently lit a cigarette to calm his excitement, then focused his telescope technique on the passageway outside the Hokage's office.

"Well, Jiraiya's drawing isn't easy. Since you want me to check it, then help me take a look and point out any strengths or weaknesses."

He silently convinced himself, and then quickly took out the picture book and placed it on the table.

The cover features a female ninja who bears a striking resemblance to the female protagonist depicted on Akabane's page.

This work is clearly an imitation of Jiraiya's.

The third generation turned to the first page and nodded in satisfaction—the opening had its own independent plot, which was quite good.

The female lead is beautifully drawn, that's a plus!

Unbeknownst to him, he had already become completely absorbed in it.

At first glance, Jiraiya's drawing is not exquisite, and the details of the characters are incomparable to those of Akabane.

But as he read through the pages, the exciting and thrilling plot kept the third generation hooked, his blood surging and his heart pounding.

At first, he only gave it a "good" rating, but after seeing the exciting plot later on, he realized it was definitely a perfect work!

The third generation's gaze was intense; I was about to continue watching, however...

"uh-huh!"

A cough was heard.

The three men's expressions hardened, and they immediately knew something was wrong.

However, he was a man of exceptional talent. Even with others in front of him, he remained calm and composed, closing the comic book and taking a "calm" drag on his cigarette before saying, "Danzo, is there something you need?"

"Hiruzen, you're still as shameful as ever."

Danzo made a sarcastic remark, then sat down rather unceremoniously.

The two were enemies, but also comrades-in-arms.

"Uh, is something the matter?"

The third generation coughed lightly and asked again.

"You've always been like this, using your despicable skills to do ridiculous things."

Danzo continued rambling on.

The third generation clenched his fists, his cheeks trembling slightly.

This guy, he did it on purpose!

He took a deep breath, then regained his composure and let Danzo continue speaking.

Seeing that he didn't react, Danzo looked up at him and then stopped provoking him. Instead, he acted as if nothing had happened and got back to the main topic: "I just heard about Magnet Release."

"Oh?"

The three generations smoked to calm their nerves, while simultaneously gesturing for him to continue.