Naruto, what kind of Hokage would you be if you didn't roll around!

"Aburame Shino!"

Rock Lee!

"Others who made it to the finals but didn't advance are also listed as key trainees..."

"Sakura Haruno! Neji Hyuga!"

"Alright, let's announce the results!"

"Yes, Hokage-sama."

……

Soon, the information spread throughout Konoha Village.

Kakashi even summoned Team 7 and personally announced the good news.

"Congratulations to the three of you..."

"Everyone has been promoted to Chunin!"

Naruto was stunned for a moment, then overjoyed and jumped high into the air.

"Long live!!!"

Hinata blushed and showed a joyful expression.

"That's great..."

Sasuke even managed a slight smile.

"Hmph, that's the only natural outcome."

Kakashi's eyes also crinkled into crescent moons with laughter.

"No matter what, this is an unimaginable victory..."

Naruto immediately said, "Kakashi-sensei, please treat us to a celebratory meal!"

Kakashi scratched his head: "Hmm? Do I need it?"

"Of course!"

Kakashi smiled and said, "Well, that makes sense. Alright then, what do you guys want to eat?"

"Ichiraku Ramen, of course!"

"...Naruto, you really have nothing new to say..."

"To invite or not to invite!"

“Please, please, please…”

"Long live!"

Urged on by Naruto, Kakashi had no choice but to keep his promise and bring the three members of Team 7 to Ichiraku Ramen.

Team 10 also went to a barbecue restaurant to celebrate Shikamaru's promotion to Chunin.

Kurenai Yuhi, along with Class 8, went to a confectionery shop to celebrate Shino Aburame's birthday.

Team 3 is the only one that has fully recovered. Although Rock Lee was promoted to Chunin, he used the Eight Gates Formation to defeat Neji Hyuga, and even opened the fifth gate. So they can only postpone their celebration.

Of course, Rock Lee didn't encounter Gaara this time, so his injuries weren't as serious.

Moreover, by defeating Hyuga Neji, he fulfilled his own wish and also kept his promise to Naruto...

Just as Naruto was enjoying his ramen, wolfing it down and slurping it down...

[Congratulations, host, on completing the mission! All three members of Team 7 have been promoted to Chunin!]

[Congratulations, host, for receiving a random reward from the system...]

[Activate now?!]

Naruto's heart skipped a beat, and he paused for a moment while eating with his chopsticks.

It wasn't easy. This mission wasn't just for me, it involved the entire Class 7...

There was already an element of luck involved in completing it.

But he was also filled with curiosity and anticipation; he wondered what kind of generous reward such a difficult task would bring...

He immediately shouted it in his mind.

"open!"

Chapter 134 Searching for Tsunade! Danzo and Orochimaru's conspiracy! Requesting monthly votes!!!

[Please choose one of the following categories: Taijutsu, Ninjutsu, Genjutsu, Taijutsu/Ninjutsu, or Sealing Techniques!]

Naruto's heart skipped a beat.

"You can even choose the category yourself?"

"Um……"

Naruto began to think carefully.

"I've learned quite a few ninjutsu, from shadow clones to various wind-style ninjutsu..."

"Although I don't have many physical skills, they are almost enough. What I lack is strength, not techniques."

"Illusion magic... I'm probably not good at it, and forcing myself to learn it wouldn't be very useful."

"As for sealing techniques, although they are very powerful, I cannot fully master the Vajra Sealing Technique yet. Trying to learn too many techniques at once is pointless. Besides, the Perverted Sage said that the Vajra Sealing Technique is already one of the strongest sealing techniques of the Uzumaki Clan."

Naruto quickly made up his mind.

"I choose taijutsu!"

This was almost a matter of course.

After all, one of Naruto's biggest goals right now is to spontaneously create the Wind Release Chakra Mode!

That can be described as the most suitable master of ninjutsu and taijutsu for him.

Before that, mastering some kind of true ninjutsu would be of great benefit to one's own development and creation!

Naruto's current Wind Release: Gale Palm, Wind Release: Whirlwind Fist, Wind Instantaneous Body Technique, etc., all have a bit of the feel of pseudo-ninja taijutsu, but they cannot be considered true ninja taijutsu in the real sense.

Of course, the true definition of ninjutsu is not universally accepted in the ninja world.

Theoretically speaking, pure taijutsu does not require the consumption of chakra.

It consumes physical strength.

But there are exceptions.

For example, the Eight Gates Formation is about unlocking the restrictions of chakra, thereby unleashing power beyond the limits, which is undoubtedly a use of chakra.

For example, Tsunade's superhuman strength is also a concentrated and devastating attack released under precise control of chakra.

But can the Eight Gates Formation or superhuman strength be called ninjutsu?

It seems not.

Therefore, judging ninjutsu solely based on chakra consumption seems inaccurate.

The truly recognized representative of taijutsu is the taijutsu used by the Raikage in his Lightning Release Chakra Mode.

For example, Thunder Explosion Bomb, Righteous Thunder Sinking Wrath Thunder Axe, etc.

This is, of course, a taijutsu technique used primarily based on chakra, specifically under the ninjutsu "Lightning Release Chakra Mode".

However, compared to the Eight Gates Formation and superhuman strength, there is a very obvious difference...

It refers to the nature transformation of chakra.

The former is clearly a taijutsu technique performed on the basis of "using chakra".

However, it is just pure chakra, without any change in nature.

The Raikage's ninjutsu undoubtedly incorporates the nature transformation of Lightning Release.

In addition, Uchiha Shisui's Sword Leap Flame is also classified as a ninjutsu.

It is clearly a taijutsu technique imbued with the nature transformation of fire release.

That is to say...

There is no universally accepted standard for ninjutsu.

In a broad sense, the Eight Gates Formation, superhuman strength, and even the Soft Fist and Bagua Palm could probably be categorized as such.

In a narrower sense, it refers to taijutsu that incorporates chakra nature transformation.

Naruto chose the reward of ninjutsu.

Suddenly...

[Congratulations, host, you have acquired the ninjutsu technique, Wind Release: Vacuum Sword!]

This ninjutsu activates Wind Release chakra within the user and their sword, achieving a state of perfect harmony between man and sword through the connection of Wind Release chakra! It allows for close-quarters combat, using the power of Wind Release to cut through anything! It can also unleash devastating wind blades! Furthermore, it can be used to parry and defend against enemy attacks! It is a truly comprehensive and powerful ninjutsu!

Upon hearing this, Naruto was overjoyed!

"Wind Release! Vacuum Sword!"

"That sounds amazing..."

"It can attack or defend, cut through anything at close range, and unleash wind-blade sword energy from a distance!"

"So handsome!"

"Looks like I need to buy a good sword..."

Naruto nodded, but there was no rush.

At this moment, Kakashi is treating everyone to dinner, so Naruto naturally won't stand on ceremony with him.

"Hinata, Sasuke, eat more!"

"Kakashi-sensei is so stingy! He finally treated us to a meal, so we have to make sure we get our money's worth!"

Kakashi scratched his head: "When have I ever been stingy?"

Naruto asked, "How many times have you treated us to meals?"

Kakashi thought for a moment: "That's true..."

"That's right! Back in the day, Iruka-sensei used to treat me to ramen all the time!"

"And then there's the lecherous immortal... Ah! Let's not talk about that guy!"

Kakashi smiled slightly: "Now that you mention it, it seems that's indeed the case..."

"Right, right! Kakashi-sensei, you've done so many missions, you must have earned countless rewards, right?"

"Besides, you're single, not getting married, not buying anything, and it seems you have no other interests besides reading erotic novels..."

"So, Kakashi-sensei must have saved a lot of money, right?!"

Kakashi said, "There should be quite a bit of money, although I haven't counted it carefully."

Naruto laughed loudly, "That's why we should eat more!"

"Uncle Ichiraku, another bowl, please!"

"okay!"

Kakashi: "..."

Although he secretly groaned inwardly, he also knew that the promotion of all members of Team 7 to Chunin was indeed a great joy.

Konoha Village is currently in dire need of rebuilding, and it needs these young talents to grow and thrive...

When it came time to pay the bill, Kakashi was shocked to realize...

He only ate two bowls, but Naruto ate eleven!

Of course, this isn't the scariest part...

Hinata ate seventeen bowls!

"I've heard Naruto say that Hinata is the biggest eater, but this is just too much!"