Chapter 41
: Plans for Sakura
Watching the plume of white smoke slowly dissipate, and the empty grassland.
Kakashi stood frozen in place, while Sasuke and Sakura exchanged bewildered glances.
A feeling of being "tricked" arose in the hearts of the three.
"Where...is this guy hiding?"
Sasuke gritted his teeth, about to activate his Sharingan to search.
rustle.
The bushes on the side were cleared away.
The real Naruto Uzumaki walked out, dressed neatly with his hair perfectly styled.
He was also holding a simple first aid kit in his hand.
He met the three men's unreadable gazes head-on.
"Don't look at me like that."
Naruto walked up to the crowd and said matter-of-factly:
"As a commander, it is common sense to never expose the main body before being 100% safe."
How come I didn't know this common knowledge?
Kakashi couldn't help but complain in his mind.
The commanders of the ninja world are all strong, and if necessary, they will even charge to the front line of the battlefield.
If you're always afraid of dying and cower in the back, you'll only be looked down upon.
……
At Naruto's request, the group is resting in the shade of a tree.
Although everyone passed the test, the aftershocks of the battle still linger.
Sakura was listless.
Kakashi reeks.
Sasuke had multiple abrasions and his chakra was depleted.
And all of these situations are basically directly or indirectly related to Naruto...
"Don't move."
Naruto crouched down in front of Sasuke, his hands glowing with a faint green light.
He gently pressed on Sasuke's swollen and injured arm.
"This is... a healing technique?"
Kakashi, who was standing to the side, was holding "Icha Icha Paradise" in his hand, but his eyes were fixed on the green light.
Although it's just a basic healing technique, not as advanced as the Palm Healing Technique.
But for a newly graduated genin, this kind of chakra nature transformation and control is simply textbook-level.
"Those who learn by reading books can only handle some basic emergency situations."
Naruto said calmly:
"Waiting for rescue during battle often means entrusting your life to others."
Therefore, mastering basic self-repair techniques is essential.
"in addition……"
Naruto looked up and met Sasuke's gaze.
"Stop staring at me with those Sharingan eyes. This is the real body, not a shadow clone."
Sasuke snorted and turned his head away.
But he did not pull his hand away.
Even someone as proud as Sasuke had to admit:
Although Naruto's behavior can be quite inhuman at times, he is generally trustworthy.
After dealing with Sasuke, Naruto turned to look at Sakura.
"Is there anything that's bothering you?"
Naruto asked gently.
Sakura lowered her head, crouched on the ground with her face in her hands, and spoke in a voice barely audible:
"I...I'm fine. I was hiding in the back the whole time and didn't do anything..."
At this point, she let out a soft sob.
"Naruto, Sasuke...am I really useless?"
"In the battle just now, Sasuke was able to get Kakashi-sensei to take it seriously, let alone you, Naruto..."
"Only I... was like a burden, and in the end, I even fell under an illusion."
This profound sense of powerlessness and disparity made the girl, who had always prided herself on her "excellent theoretical grades," feel an unprecedented sense of defeat.
"Want to become stronger?"
Naruto's voice suddenly rang out.
She looked up, her face still wet with tears.
Naruto was standing in front of her, looking down at her.
The eyes behind the lenses were deep and calm.
"I want to become stronger! I want to become someone useful to everyone!"
A spark of hope suddenly ignited in Sakura's heart, and she shouted loudly.
If it were Naruto, he would definitely understand me.
She was certain in her heart.
"very good."
Naruto nodded and held up two fingers.
"Depending on your constitution and characteristics, there are generally two paths you can take."
"First, medical ninjutsu."
Naruto said calmly.
"Using your excellent chakra control, becoming a medical ninja is a very safe path, and there are many successful examples."
Sakura's eyes lit up; this sounded perfect for her.
But then, Naruto changed the subject:
"However, if I may be frank."
"As long as I'm here, this team doesn't need a dedicated medical ninja."
Naruto brandished the green chakra in his hand, his tone revealing strong confidence:
"I can handle ordinary injuries, and if I can't handle an injury, then an ordinary ninja can't do anything about it either."
"So, if you want to be more valuable, I've already blocked that path."
Sakura was stunned, and the light in her eyes dimmed slightly.
Yes, Naruto can do everything.
What's the point of learning a medical ninjutsu that's destined to be inferior to Naruto's?
"Therefore, I recommend that you take the second path."
Naruto's voice suddenly deepened, carrying a captivating magnetism:
"Sealing Technique".
"Sealing technique?"
Sakura, Sasuke, and Kakashi were all taken aback.
"That's right."
Naruto pushed up his glasses:
"I believe that it is a more fundamental power that transcends ninjutsu, taijutsu, and genjutsu."
"It is the writing of rules for...
"Sealing flames within paper, folding space onto a scroll, rendering the human body immobile, even manipulating souls... this is sealing magic!"
A glint of fanaticism flashed in Naruto's eyes.
"It doesn't require a huge amount of chakra, nor a strong physique; it only requires ultimate knowledge and control!"
Naruto looked at Sakura, his gaze intense:
"Sakura, your learning ability is simply made for sealing."
"and……"
Naruto paused, then extended a hand to Sakura, his tone becoming incredibly sincere:
"I'm researching some advanced techniques and I need an assistant."
"A partner who can keep up with my train of thought and help me process intricate runes..."
boom--
Sakura's mind seemed to explode.
partner?
Naruto said he needs me?
Not a burden, not a companion, but a partner?
And they were researching... sealing techniques together?
"I studied!"
Without almost any hesitation, Sakura grabbed Naruto's hand, her eyes resolute:
"Naruto-kun, please teach me sealing techniques! I'll definitely become your best assistant!"
Sasuke leaned against a tree, watching the two of them.
I have a strong sense of déjà vu.
It seems like something similar happened to me.
Kakashi's lips twitched slightly.
He opened his mouth, instinctively wanting to interrupt and tell the two of them.
Hey, sealing techniques are no simple thing.
That requires a massive amount of knowledge and complex calculation techniques.
Most importantly, Konoha's advanced sealing techniques are basically monopolized by the upper echelons.
That's not something an ordinary ninja could access.
All things considered, it's several times more difficult than learning medical ninjutsu!
But... Kakashi glanced at Naruto.
Given his background, plus his relationship with three generations.
If we were to say who in the entire Hidden Leaf Village has the most qualifications and background to access advanced sealing techniques, then...
I'm afraid that apart from the higher-ups, the only one left is this kid in front of me.
"Furthermore, judging from Naruto's attitude, he might already have plans for Sakura's future?"
Kakashi thought to himself.
This kid's ambition and schemes are truly terrifying.
Thinking of this, Kakashi swallowed the words of advice that were about to come out.
I picked up "Make-Out Paradise" again.
Oh well, let them do whatever they want. Naruto's got my back anyway.