Chapter 150

After listening to the story, Natsuki didn't feel like lingering—better not to interrupt Team 7's training.

So he bid them farewell.

"Natsuki, wait a sec!"

Sasuke suddenly spoke up. "There's something I want to show you—watch this before you go!"

With that, he turned toward a massive boulder, raised his hand, and a spear of lightning chakra formed in his grip. As he thrust forward, the spear shot straight into the boulder.

"Raiton: Chidori Eisō (Lightning Style: Chidori Sharp Spear)!"

With a thunderous boom, the boulder shattered into pieces on the spot!

Naruto and Sakura stared in shock—clearly, they'd had no idea Sasuke had developed such a technique.

Even Tenten jumped a little in surprise. Still, she often chatted about jutsu theory with Natsuki, so she wasn't too shocked—she knew Sasuke had been working on new moves.

Natsuki clapped his hands. "Nice! Looks like you've successfully created a new technique!"

Sasuke gave a small nod. "Just one so far. I still need to develop more powerful techniques. Natsuki, just wait—I'll catch up to you!"

"Alright, I'll be waiting for your challenge!"

Natsuki, feeling quite pleased, gave a little wave and left with Tenten.

Naruto, eyes wide, shouted, "Sasuke! When did you learn such a strong move? Why didn't I know about this, dattebayo?!"

Sasuke smirked. "Didn't you also master the Rasengan? Everyone's growing. Don't get so worked up. And to be honest, I don't think much of your Rasengan. Did you forget how powerful Natsuki's Uzumaki Fuendan (Whirlpool Boiling Bomb) was?"

Naruto instantly recalled the image of Natsuki throwing that swirling water sphere.

A sphere that wasn't even that large, yet it had blasted a powerful bijū back, leaving it with a psychological scar. The sheer destructive force of the Uzumaki Fuendan was staggering.

When would he ever be able to create a technique like that?

He looked toward Kakashi. "Kakashi-sensei, is Natsuki's move also a Rasengan?"

Kakashi nodded. "It is. He's very clever. I'd guess he studied the Fourth Hokage's abilities while designing the Ninja Card Game and picked up some knowledge about the Rasengan. Then, he practiced on his own. Not only that, but he fused Water-nature chakra with the Rasengan and created the Uzumaki Fuendan, a super-powerful jutsu. I'd estimate it's at least S-rank—calling it a forbidden technique wouldn't be an exaggeration."

S-rank! Forbidden technique!

The three of them gasped in unison.

As expected, Natsuki really was incredible!

Naruto immediately shouted, "Kakashi-sensei, I want to try creating a new technique too!"

Sasuke scoffed, "You? You think creating new techniques is easy? My Chidori Eisō was the result of countless hours of deep thought and relentless training, and even now, it still needs refinement. And you're daydreaming about making new jutsu? What do you think this is, a bowl of ramen?"

Naruto argued, "How do you know unless you try?"

Here we go again! That line again!

Some things didn't need to be tried to know the outcome!

Right now, Naruto still couldn't control the Kyūbi's chakra. He was heavily affected by it, and let's not even talk about creating new techniques—just managing his own chakra was already a challenge. Clearly, Naruto wasn't yet at the stage where he could develop new moves. He still had a long way to go.

Kakashi definitely wouldn't agree to this idea.

...

Meanwhile, as Natsuki and Tenten returned home, a member of the team showed up at the door.

"What's going on?"

Natsuki was puzzled. He was usually left to his own devices. Even when there was something to handle, it was typically Aoba who came looking for him. Having the whole team show up? That was a first. Something big must have happened.

Yamashiro Rinya looked anxious. "Boss, Shizune-nee contacted Aoba. She wants to meet with Megumi!"

Shizune-nee? Ah, Kato Megumi's aunt, not your aunt, Rinya!

But Natsuki wasn't in a position to judge—he'd been shamelessly calling the shop owner 'father-in-law' for years. If Rinya wanted to call Shizune 'aunt,' so be it.

"Then just go meet her. What's the big deal?" Natsuki looked at the three of them with a confused expression.

It wasn't like Shizune was a demon or something. What was there to be so nervous about?

Megumi hurriedly said, "Boss, did you forget what you told me when we formed Team Aoba? You suggested I learn medical ninjutsu, and when I met Shizune-nee, I should ask her to take me as her disciple. I'm really nervous now... I'm afraid Shizune-nee won't want to take me on."

Ah, so that's it!

Made perfect sense.

Natsuki nodded. "Since you're worried, let's all go together. If Shizune-senpai doesn't agree to take you as a student, we'll all ask her together. Shizune-senpai is a gentle person, especially kind to hardworking, kind-hearted girls like you. Plus, you're her niece. She'll definitely agree, don't worry!"

Megumi relaxed a little at his words.

She'd always trusted the boss. She'd followed his advice to study medical ninjutsu precisely because she wanted to become Tsunade's disciple's disciple.

She hadn't expected Tsunade to come back only to become Hokage—now she felt a lot of pressure. She was terrified she wouldn't be accepted. That's why she'd rushed over to Natsuki.

Thank goodness the boss was coming along—he was her rock.

Yamashiro Aoba: What about me? I'm the teacher here, and I was in the same class as Shizune! Can't I be the rock?!

Natsuki explained the situation to Tenten, then left with Team Aoba. After Aoba contacted Shizune, they arranged to meet at the dango shop.

Soon, they met up.

Shizune, as always, was wearing her casual kimono, looking very gentle.

Aoba, seeing Shizune like this, looked a bit awkward. After all, the three cutest girls in their class back then were Kurenai, Rin, and Shizune. Kurenai already had Asuma, Rin had passed away... and that left Shizune.

...

Perhaps Aoba was reminiscing about their academy days—back then, little Shizune had been so adorable...

"Hello, everyone! I'm Kato Shizune."

Shizune greeted them with a warm smile. "The whole of Team Aoba is here, huh? Aoba, you're an old friend, so I won't say much. Let me see... you must be my niece, Megumi. And you're Megumi's boyfriend, Yamashiro Rinya. And you're the famous Konoha's Maken Senjin (Demonic Blade of a Thousand Edges), Natsuki. Pleased to meet you all!"

F-Famous?!

Natsuki twitched a bit. Was Shizune about to go full airhead?

After all, when she wore her jōnin uniform, Shizune exuded a valiant aura. But when she wore a casual kimono, she really let loose—her expressions were often downright silly.

"Shizune-nee/ Shizune-senpai, nice to meet you!"

Everyone greeted her politely, while Megumi mustered her courage and stepped forward.

Then, she gave a deep bow. "Shizune-nee! P-please take me as your disciple!"

Shizune nearly jumped in shock. She'd just wanted to check on Megumi, see if she was suited for chūnin promotion, and maybe reconnect with her family. She hadn't expected this!

This little girl really caught her off guard!

Megumi continued earnestly, "Shizune-nee, I don't have much talent for combat, so Natsuki-senpai suggested I learn medical ninjutsu. Everyone says I have a talent for it, and I've been working hard. I really admire Tsunade-sama, but I don't dare dream of becoming her student... so I want to try my best to become her disciple's disciple! So, please, Shizune-nee, take me as your student!"

(End of Chapter)

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