Naruto: The Age of Ninja Swordsmen Begins from the Hidden Cloud Village.

Chapter 123: Confrontation with White Fang
Not to mention the communication in the Hokage's office, on the other side, Tamura Hao just started talking about business after sensing the disappearance of that chakra.

"Is that Sakumo-senpai's Hokage half-sleeve? The Third Hokage thought highly of you."

His eyes fell on the Hokage half-sleeves of Hatake Sakumo, the style of which was similar to the Hokage robe of the future Namikaze Minato.

Hatake Sakumo glanced at his own half-sleeves without saying a word, wondering in his heart the real intention of this person coming here.

He would not treat him as a twelve-year-old boy. The other party had gone to the Uchiha clan's territory alone before and even stayed in the house of the Uchiha clan leader.

God knows what kind of agreement the other party has reached with the Uchiha clan, and his purpose of coming to my house this time is definitely not as simple as asking for advice on swordsmanship.

"Do you think you can become the Fourth Hokage, Senior?"

Tiancun Hao asked again, thinking that trying to change this person's fate would be a good gain.

Hatake Sakumo remained silent. When communicating with such a person, one has to be careful with every word and avoid speaking if possible.

The main reason is that he is not good at verbal confrontation, but he is good at hacking people.

"I think Senior Sakumo also understands that he has no chance of becoming the Fourth Hokage. Not only the Senju faction and the Uchiha, but even the Third Hokage faction will not agree.

Because you, the senior, are not one of them, and neither are the Hatake family, so their existing interests cannot be guaranteed.

Looking at how many times Sarutobi Hiruzen and his companions have fought openly and secretly with the Senju faction over the years, I think Sarutobi Hiruzen and his companions must be worried that they will become the next Senju faction and be targeted by newcomers.

But the senior is not qualified to become Hokage, but he has obtained the Hokage Half-Sleeve, which is very dangerous.

Senior, you'd better be careful in the future, so as not to become a victim one day and break your number one sword in the ninja world.

For those in a higher position, it doesn’t matter whether the people below them covet that position or not; what matters is whether they have the ability to do so.

Sometimes being too strong and capable is also an unforgivable sin."

Tamura Hao didn't care whether Hatake Sakumo could understand him or not, and after he finished speaking, he started talking about swordsmanship training.

Hatake Sakumo was embarrassed to speak about what the boy had said before, but he could still ask him about simple swordsmanship.

After all, that knife is really good, a level better than his own White Fang.

No matter what this person is thinking, his sincerity is really great.

Not long after, Sakurako Hatake finished preparing the dishes and brought them over. Fortunately, they were barbecued meats instead of the dishes made by Mikoto Uchiha, so Tamura Hao was quite satisfied with the meal.

After eating and resting for a while, Hatake Sakumo took Tamura Hao to a nearby training ground for practical guidance.

The Hokage has ordered me to find a chance to test this young man, so I might as well take this opportunity to see for myself.

At the same time, Sarutobi Hiruzen used the telescope technique to peek again, and Tsunade and Jiraiya also came nearby to watch.

Tamura Hao burst out with all his strength to deal with Hatake Sakumo's strong attack. He had almost no way to attack and could only defend passively, and even had to dodge awkwardly many times. The rhythm control he had cultivated was completely suppressed and he couldn't use it at all, because Hatake Sakumo's battle rhythm control was stronger.

Compared to a Kage-level warrior like Hatake Sakumo who specializes in ninja swordsmanship, Uchiha Fugaku's swordsmanship skills are far inferior and are not on the same level at all.

However, Tamura Hao's tenacious performance surprised Hatake Sakumo. Although he did not use his full strength, nor did he use any killing moves, but only ordinary swordsmanship, it was enough to defeat the senior ninja.

But this young man was able to resist it. Even though he looked very embarrassed, he managed to resist it in the end.

His speed, reaction speed, and dynamic vision are so excellent that it’s hard to believe he’s only twelve years old.

Tsunade and Jiraiya who were watching secretly were also very surprised.

"It's very strong!"

Jiraiya's face became more serious. The young man was very powerful, and it would be difficult for him to win even if he simply competed with him in physical skills.

Of course, if it is just a simple physical skills competition, it can be easily won by using ninjutsu.

But this is enough to prove that the boy is as strong as Minato.

I didn’t expect that there would be such a talented young man in the Hidden Cloud Village.

"Can Minato defeat him?"

Tsunade asked with her arms crossed, she knew about Jiraiya's disciple, mainly from what she heard from her brother Nawaki, he was a genius in the ninja school, but she didn't know exactly how strong he was.

"We need to keep our distance."

Jiraiya was very clear about that disciple's strength and advantages. If they simply competed in physical skills and swordsmanship, that is, close combat, he would definitely not be the opponent of that young man.

But if he could keep his distance, Minato could defeat his opponent with the help of ninjutsu.

He was very confident about this. The strength of the two was not much different, but their main training areas were different. Not to mention that Wind Escape could restrain Lightning Escape.

"You also need a good ninja tool!"

Looking at the bright flash of the sword over there, Jiraiya added.

It was obvious at first glance that the boy's ninja sword was not of ordinary quality, and he would be at a disadvantage if he fought head-on.

Afterwards I have to go and tell Minato about it, and then go to the teacher to see if there are any good ninja tools I can find.

At the same time, on the other side of the training ground, someone was also watching the game in secret.

He is short in stature, but has a disassembled double-headed razor on his back. He is none other than Izumi Shimura, who has been keeping an eye on someone.

Izumi Shimura silently watched the battle in front of him. Although he was a little surprised at someone's strength, he still had absolute confidence in himself.

Last time, I didn't know the opponent well enough, which caused me to suffer a great loss. Next time, I will never give that bastard a chance.

When he thought about the last time he was stripped naked and forced to cooperate with that bastard to take so many disgusting photos, Shimura Izumi almost went crazy and his teeth were almost broken.

That bastard must pay the price, and also, get those photos back, not a single one of them can be leaked out.

And here, there is another person watching the battle in secret, and that is Ye Cang who has been secretly staring at someone.

Although he was in a panic before, Ye Cang did not leave, but followed secretly and finally followed him here.

"He has actually grown to this point."

Looking at the figure who was coping in a panic, Ye Cang was very surprised.

Even though that perverted brat handled the situation in a very awkward manner, you have to know that he was facing Konoha White Fang, who was as strong as a Kage.

He even killed Elder Chiyo's son and daughter-in-law on the battle line not long ago. It would be difficult for him to survive against that kind of existence, but now that perverted brat can actually hold on under the knife of Konoha White Fang.

Compared to two years ago, that pervert has improved a lot. I'm afraid that if we face him head-on, I may not even be his match.

"fraud!"

After realizing this, Ye Cang felt terrible and even felt cheated.

You still say you don’t have the qualifications to be a ninja, you little liar!
Just like that, under the secret watchful eyes of many parties, Tamura Hao exhausted the chakra in the Yang Seal before he retreated and admitted defeat.

"Senior's swordsmanship is worthy of being the best in the ninja world."

Panting heavily, Tamura Hao had a clear understanding of this man's strength.

Konoha White Fang is really strong, worthy of being the killer in Sarutobi Hiruzen's hand.

Hatake Sakumo did not refute the boy's praise. He still had some confidence and pride.

Although his own strength is not the strongest in the current ninja world, when it comes to ninja swordsmanship, if he is second to Hatake Sakumo, no one can claim to be first.

He had even fought against the demigod from the Rain Kingdom.

"Your swordsmanship will definitely surpass mine in the future."

Looking at the young man in front of him, Hatake Sakumo gave him a high evaluation.

I didn’t have such achievements in swordsmanship when I was twelve years old. As long as this boy doesn’t die prematurely, he will definitely surpass me in swordsmanship in the future.

Because he has reached his limit in all aspects, it is impossible to improve any further. The best he can do is maintain his current peak state.

"Thank you for your compliment, Senior. I will work harder and will definitely take the title of the best swordsman in the ninja world from you next time we fight. I hope you can live to that time and not die on the battlefield."

Tamura Hao responded seriously and he was very confident about his future.

With two major cheats in his possession, his limits are beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

As long as he gives himself enough time, he can chop the Six Paths Sage into pieces.

The current number one sword in the ninja world is Hatake Sakumo, and the number one sword in the ninja world in the future will definitely be Tamura Hiten!

Hearing the hidden meaning in the boy's words, Hatake Sakumo fell silent.

Although he was not good at that kind of thing, he was not a fool. He understood that the boy's previous words were correct, and at least it would be a good thing to pay more attention to it.

"I still have something to do."

With those final words, Hatake Sakumo performed the instant body movement technique and left, preparing to return to the Hokage building to report to the Hokage-sama the results of this test of the boy's strength.

Before leaving, he took a look at the slightly shorter sword in the boy's right hand. From the collision just now, he found that the sword seemed to have a flaw.

Tamura Hao stayed in the training ground and used the chakra absorption technique to recover the chakra in his body.

His chakra is different from the chakra passed down by the Six Paths Sage. It can be recovered, just like the chakra that returns after the shadow clone is released. Uzumaki Naruto even uses it to assist in the maintenance of fairy techniques.

Moreover, Chidori Speed ​​and Chidori Blade are both blessing-type ninjutsu. The chakra only flows in the sword and the body, and is not released out.

These chakras are still there, and some of them can be absorbed back using the chakra absorption technique.

As for the rest, it is integrated into the body. Chidori Speed, like Lightning Release Armor, also has the effect of tempering the body. Every time it is used, part of the chakra will be integrated into the body's flesh and blood. This is just like Uchiha Obito's Seeking Truth Ball after achieving the Six Paths in the Future Fourth War. After the explosion, the Seeking Truth Ball can be restored and returned to the side, and the control of chakra is even higher.

Tamura Hao's chakra is extremely pure, without any imprint of other people's will. It is hard to say about the chakra outside the body, but the chakra inside the body is still his own.

In just a short while, 60% of the chakra was recovered, 10% was absorbed by the body, and 30% was destroyed along with the chakra that the opponent bestowed on the sword when the blade collided with Hatake Sakumo's.

That was destroyed and disintegrated, and turned into vitality and spiritual power. It cannot be recovered, at least not at this stage.

He immediately turned to look at the blonde woman who appeared behind him. It was Tsunade, and she looked unfriendly.

"Tsunade-senpai, is there anything you need from me?"

"Don't call me senior casually, our relationship is not that close."

Tsunade snorted coldly, feeling very unhappy with the hateful brat.

I was actually fooled by such a little kid. He did so many things right under my nose.

"So what do you want to do Tsunade?"

Tamura Hao readily followed suit and stopped calling him senior and started calling him by his name.

Calling him this made Tsunade even more annoyed with the brat.

"My hands are itching, I want to practice with you."

Tsunade flexed her wrist, wanting to personally weigh the brat's strength and vent her dissatisfaction at the same time.

"Understood!"

Tamura Hao understood, and put Big Cat and Little Cat into the arm armor, ready to fight Tsunade with his bare hands.

He had long been envious of Tsunade's supernatural powers, whose level of skills far exceeded what he had figured out so far.

If I could learn Tsunade's super strength technique, my own super strength technique would definitely be greatly improved. This perfect opportunity to learn from her should not be missed.

"Want to compete with me in taijutsu?"

Tsunade raised her eyebrows. She thought that this guy would just run away or fight with swordsmanship, but she didn't expect that he planned to fight with physical skills.

This kid shouldn't have heard of my name.

"My sword is currently unable to break through your earth escape ninjutsu defense. My attacks are useless. I can only dodge."

Tamura Hao spoke frankly and said that he had no intention of attacking, he just wanted to practice dodging.

Tsunade's fighting skills seem to be limited to physical strength, but in fact she also uses earth-style ninjutsu to harden her skin and bones, so that she can withstand the burst of power and fight against her opponent at the same time.

Otherwise, if you really use your flesh and blood body alone, you can't achieve such an earth-shattering effect, let alone break the enemy's ninjutsu offensive.

If you can't break the defense, the attack is naturally useless. It is better to give up attacking and focus on dodging.

"It depends on how long you can hide."

Tsunade stopped talking nonsense, stood still, and punched out fiercely.

The chakra bursts out and fuses with the air in front of the body to create a violent airflow, which is the outward application of the strange power technique.

Although it was just a fusion of air, the impact force was extremely strong. Even Tamura Hao did not dare to confront it head-on. He dodged to the side with flashes of lightning on his body.

Before he could stand firmly, another punch came at him, and the airflow formed was so powerful that it scraped away a layer of the ground.

Tian Cun Hao continued to dodge, using his hands and feet to speed up, not daring to stop for even a moment.

The stimulation of Chidori's speed and the effect of Mifune's instant step combined to increase his speed to the maximum at his current stage.

He even used chakra threads to pierce the ground from time to time to assist in body movement and dodging.

Of course, stealing skills is necessary. With the help of Kaguya's Byakugan Sharingan, he observed the flow of chakra in Tsunade's body and recorded it in detail.

“Very flexible.”

After throwing dozens of punches without hitting the target, Tsunade no longer held back, raised her leg high, and then chopped down fiercely.

"My feet hurt!"

"boom!"

With a dull bang, the ground within a radius of more than 20 meters exploded instantly, greatly affecting Tian Cun Hao's evasion.

After all, even the ground is broken, so the foothold cannot be stable and the speed of the body movement will be greatly affected.

Tamura Hao did not panic and continued to dodge Tsunade's subsequent punch attacks.

Although it was a bit embarrassing, fortunately I was still able to dodge it.

Even if he was touched by the fist wind sometimes, the defensive power of the light armor and leather clothes on his body, as well as the blessing of chakra and physical fitness, would not hurt him.

Of course, pain is inevitable.

Tsunade still did not move, but attacked with her fists in succession, blasting out one domineering punch after another, enjoying the fight very much.

She just wanted to vent her anger, she didn't really want to defeat the brat, but it would be enough to make the brat suffer a little.

Another point is that my speed is not as fast as that kid, which is my shortcoming.

And Tamura Hao also enjoyed learning from her, and he even changed his position occasionally to lure Tsunade out so that she could use the Painten Kyaku again to destroy the ground, and he could observe the secret of the chakra flow of the Painten Kyaku many times.

At the same time, in the Hokage's office, Sarutobi Hiruzen was observing the whack-a-mole-like battle through the telescope while listening to Hatake Sakumo's report.

Although he had watched the battle between Hatake Sakumo and the young man through the telescope, remote viewing is not as good as experiencing it in person. Some subtle details still need to be described by Hatake Sakumo.

“Will the future surpass you?”

Sarutobi Hiruzen felt solemn, this young man's potential was higher than he thought.

He was very clear about Hatake Sakumo's strength. If Enma was still there, they could work together to suppress Hatake Sakumo. But now that he had lost Enma, he was not sure he could suppress him.

Even if Hatake Sakumo got close to him, he would be injured.

This shows how powerful Hatake Sakumo is, but now it is said that the child has greater potential.

In other words, if that child can reach my level in the future, it would be very dangerous.

"When I was my age, I had only just begun to touch the level of sword Zen. I was far from being as good as him. In a few years, he will surely reach the state of unity between man and sword."

Hatake Sakumo told the truth, and was inwardly amazed at the young man's swordsmanship.

Only pure sword practitioners like them can understand the power of sword Zen practice, and even more so the horror of the unity of man and sword.

It can be said that as long as one realizes the realm of unity between man and sword, one can enter the ranks of shadow. This is how I made the breakthrough.

"Men and knives unite?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen was surprised. He had heard of this statement, but he didn't know the details.

"Hokage-sama, this can be seen as a form of illusion practice targeting one's own spiritual will. Achieving the unity of man and sword can transform one's spiritual will, which in turn drives the transformation of chakra and reaches a level beyond that of a jonin.

At the same time, the unity of man and sword can make the chakra and ninja sword more compatible, and the chakra blade cut out will be more powerful. As long as the belief is not broken, the combat power can be maintained. "

He simply explained the unity of man and sword. That state was very mysterious, even he could not express it clearly in words, so he could only explain it from the side.

Their Hatake family is a ninja clan that evolved from a samurai family. They still practice the samurai swordsmanship, which is the foundation of their own strength.

"Faith?"

With a thought in his mind, Sarutobi Hiruzen kept this important point in mind.

"After the Chunin Exam is over, you will go to the Sand Ninja front and cooperate with Orochimaru and Shimura Danzo to push the front back. The Daimyo is already very dissatisfied with this."

Speaking of another thing, Sarutobi Hiruzen has been troubled by the situation on the front line over there. The daimyo has sent envoys several times to condemn this matter and asked them to push the front line back as soon as possible and even drive the Sand Village Ninja Army out of River Country.

It is very difficult to accomplish this, the main reason being that they suffered too heavy a loss in the Land of Whirlpools. All the elite troops of their two clans who had reached the level of Special Jonin were wiped out, and the elite troops of Danzo's Root were also lost there.

It was already good enough that Danzo and Orochimaru were able to hold the battle line together and prevent it from collapsing.

It is almost impossible to push the front line back, but the order from the daimyo cannot be ignored. Now the only option is to send out the trump card, White Fang.

But I have to warn Danzo not to let Sakumo find out about the experimental research.

After all, they are just his subordinates, not his confidants. The Hatake family is also neutral in the village, and its final position is hard to say.

"Yes, Hokage-sama!"

Hatake Sakumo accepted the order and didn't think much of it. He had been to the front line there once before and had killed the leader of the Sand Village puppet army along the way.

"You go down!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen signaled Hatake Sakumo to go down, and continued to look at the battle scene displayed in the crystal ball with deep eyes, and it was unknown what he was thinking about.

"The Cloud Ninja is indeed the best choice. After the plan is completed, they can be dealt with legitimately. The death of their only son is enough to make the Third Raikage furious and lose his mind."

He whispered in his heart that Sarutobi Hiruzen had been patient with the Hidden Cloud Village for too long, and he must drag the Hidden Cloud Village into the battlefield and start a war there, which would also weaken the Uchiha clan in the process.

Thinking of this, Sarutobi Hiruzen made hand seals to guide the crystal screen to change, and appeared in another training ground. A blond boy and his disciple Jiraiya were revealed on the screen.

(End of this chapter)