I teach in Naruto, and the system says I am Tsunade's student

Chapter 354 A Challenge from Kakuzu, Wind Release: Rasenshuriken (First and Second Updates)

After testing the Demon-Slaying Bow, Kitazawa headed towards the Hokage Building.

It took him almost thirty minutes to walk a ten-minute walk.

Because of his Wood Release technique, his reputation had reached its peak in Konoha Village.

It is no exaggeration to say that he has surpassed Tsunade and become the most famous ninja in Konoha.

Of course, this doesn't include the deceased Hashirama Senju.

When Kitazawa arrived at the Hokage Building, his three summoning scrolls were already full.

The summoning scroll was filled with gifts from the villagers and ninjas of Konoha.

From ordinary vegetables to everyday fruits, and finally ninja tools, it has everything.

Kitazawa wiped the sweat from his forehead.

Dealing with these enthusiastic villagers and ninjas was more tiring than fighting a demon.

It turns out that being too famous isn't always a good thing.

However, Kitazawa was quite self-aware.

He is so famous because Wood Release is very famous.

In other words, he benefited from Hashirama Senju's influence.

If Hashirama Senju hadn't used Wood Release to sweep across the ninja world first, his use of Wood Release wouldn't have caused such a huge sensation.

Although his Wood Release is very strong, it is at most equivalent to Onoki's Dust Release, and it is not invincible.

Kitazawa stopped in front of the Hokage's office.

He raised his hand and knocked on the door.

"Come in."

Tsunade's voice came through.

Kitazawa pushed open the door and went inside.

"How about it?"

Tsunade looked at him and asked with a smile, "Have you sensed the importance of Wood Release in Konoha Village?"

She had heard the commotion outside, and when she looked out the window, she saw Kitazawa surrounded by villagers and ninjas.

"You sound like you're gloating."

Kitazawa remarked.

"What schadenfreude? I'm happy."

Tsunade's smile deepened.

Kitazawa's popularity was, in her view, a sign that she would retire early.

If she just coasts along for a while longer, she can hand over the Hokage position to Kitazawa.

When she regains her freedom, she'll spend her days in casinos and izakayas, living a happy life.

Don't think I don't know what you're thinking.

Kitazawa shook his head and said with a smile, "Whether you want to retire depends on my mood."

"But I'm your teacher!"

Tsunade immediately clenched her fists and said threateningly.

"so what?"

Kitazawa met her gaze and said without fear, "If it doesn't work out, you can find another student."

"How can we change it now?"

Tsunade rolled her eyes and asked.

In today's Konoha Village, apart from Kitazawa, anyone who becomes the Sixth Hokage will face doubt and opposition.

"Then you have to be nicer to me."

Kitazawa walked up to her, leaned against the Hokage's desk, and looked down at her.

What comes into view is a snow-white arc.

"Your Wood Release technique is far inferior to your grandfather's, so don't get carried away by it!"

Tsunade stomped on his foot in annoyance and warned him.

"I see."

Kitazawa nodded and said.

"Ah."

Tsunade glanced at him and said, "It's a pity I couldn't witness your battle with the demon."

"If you want to see it, I can demonstrate it for you right now."

Kitazawa casually picked up the water glass on the Hokage's desk and took a sip.

"No need to waste chakra."

Tsunade paused for a moment, then said, "This is my water cup."

"I know."

Kitazawa put down his water glass and asked with a smile, "I've done a great service, can't I even have a glass of water from you?"

"That was not what I meant."

Tsunade hesitated for a moment, then finally said, "Fine, use it as you like."

She originally wanted to say that it was the water glass she had drunk from, but given her relationship with Kitazawa, this was nothing.

What were the reactions from the other ninja villages?

Kitazawa suddenly thought of something and asked with some curiosity.

"There was no outward reaction."

Tsunade smiled. "Actually, I suspect it's not peaceful at all."

Hashirama Senju and his Wood Release left a psychological scar on all ninjas.

Now that Wood Release has reappeared, they naturally can't remain calm.

"You have to be careful recently."

Tsunade warned, "They might take the risk of assassinating you."

"I'm not afraid of them."

Kitazawa thought for a moment and said, "But it's hard to say about the genius class. I'll have the Anbu strengthen their protection."

"Ah."

Tsunade agreed, saying, "The genius class cannot afford to lose."

"With the three generations of elders watching over us, plus the Dark Guard, we can already mitigate most of the danger."

Kitazawa looked at her and said, "You don't need to worry too much."

"There's another interesting thing."

Tsunade suddenly laughed and said, "Iwagakure, Sunagakure, and Kirigakure have all followed our example and established genius classes."

"While gifted programs are very useful, the most fundamental factor is still the students themselves."

Kitazawa said dismissively, "They don't have that many geniuses. Even if they set up a genius class, the effect would be very limited."

"It's natural."

Tsunade exclaimed, "Sometimes I'm surprised myself. How come there are so many geniuses in this generation of Konoha?"

Because the original work is called "Naruto" and not "Five Kage".

Kitazawa smiled and said, "Maybe it's just that our Konoha Village is lucky."

This statement is true; everything in the ninja world originated from the alien Otsutsuki clan.

The more connections a ninja village has with the Otsutsuki clan, the better its luck and the more geniuses it produces.

Among the geniuses of this generation in Konoha Village are two sons of the Sage of Six Paths, or more accurately, reincarnations of chakra.

When they are in danger, the Sage of Six Paths will appear and give them a power boost, making them the strongest in the ninja world in an instant.

"Besides luck, there's no other reason."

Tsunade nodded and said, "Is there anything else? If not, you can go and rest."

"That's all, but what about my reward?"

Kitazawa's gaze fell on her red lips.

Tsunade was taken aback.

She didn't need to guess; she knew exactly what reward Kitazawa wanted.

"Do you even look like a student anymore?"

Tsunade stood up, looked at him, and asked.

"What would that student look like?"

Kitazawa blinked and asked.

Tsunade stared at him for a few seconds, then leaned in and kissed him.

Given her personality, she would never be as coy and hesitant as a young girl experiencing her first love.

Now that things have come to this, she can only accept it calmly.

Kitazawa paused for a moment before responding.

He reached out and wrapped his arms around Tsunade's waist.

Even after the heated argument ended, he didn't let go; instead, he hugged her even tighter.

Tsunade took a breath, but did not push him away.

Kitazawa felt the softness in his arms, raised his right hand, and gently stroked her hair.

"Alright, it wouldn't be good if someone saw us later. Go and rest."

Tsunade snapped out of her daze, took a half-step back, and said.

"Ah."

Kitazawa chose to stop short of making a move.

After all, Tsunade has already partially accepted it, and the rest is just a matter of time. Rushing things would be counterproductive.

Kitazawa turned and left the Hokage's office.

The next day, August 2nd.

Kitazawa arrived at the Anbu base early in the morning.

"Kitazawa".

Xiao Nan looked at him and thought of that terrifying wooden dragon again.

Good morning, Xiao Nan.

Kitazawa greeted her as usual.

He walked to his desk and began to review the intelligence reports from the past few days.

There is no doubt that the recent major events in the ninja world are all related to his Wood Release.

Although he already knew the reactions of the major ninja villages from Tsunade yesterday, the intelligence report contained even more detailed information.

Overall, however, there's nothing particularly noteworthy.

Other ninja villages cannot launch a war against Konoha just because Kitazawa has mastered Wood Release.

War is too uncertain. Unless there is a high degree of certainty or they are forced into a corner, no ninja village will launch a war casually.

After reading the intelligence, Kitazawa went to the Ninja Academy.

Xiao Nan did not follow.

This was Kitazawa's instruction; he wasn't to be secretly followed while he was at the ninja academy, except during lunch break.

Xiao Nan is actually very busy.

In addition to her work in the Anbu, she also had to remotely manage two major businesses for the Land of Rain and the Akatsuki organization: silver jewelry and rainwater.

After Kitazawa left, Konan returned to her dormitory.

As soon as she opened the door, she noticed a small note on the table.

Xiao Nan stepped forward; the small note contained only one word: North.

Of course, this "North" is not the "North" in Kitazawa, but rather a code name used by members of the Akatsuki organization.

She is Bai, and Bei is Jiaodu.

However, this note wasn't placed by Kakuzu, but by White Zetsu.

Only White Zetsu can infiltrate Konoha Village silently without being detected.

Konan's first thought was, why would Kakuzu be looking for her? Is there a problem with his business in the Land of Earth?
But even if something goes wrong, there's no need for him to personally make a trip to Konoha.

Konan put away the note and walked outside. The Forest of Death outside Konoha Village.

In a secluded and deserted corner, Kakuzu was gazing at the nearby giant trees, a hint of nostalgia on his face.

The Forest of Death is a wonder created by Hashirama Senju.

In his youth, he had fought against this god of the ninja world.

He was sent by the higher-ups of Takigakure.

As a result of the failed assassination mission, he was severely punished by Takigakure Village.

Enraged, Kakuzu stole the Takigakure village's secret technique, Earth Grudge Fear, and became a rogue ninja.

Without a doubt, his life was changed by Hashirama Senju.

When Kakuzu heard that Wood Release had reappeared in Konoha, he rushed over without hesitation.

"Kakuzu".

Konan's cool voice rang out, "What are you doing in Konoha Village?"

"Kitazawa".

Kakuzu replied.

"The Akatsuki cannot engage in conflict with Konoha for the time being, so such actions are not permitted."

Xiao Nan frowned immediately and refused without hesitation.

Kakuzu was slightly taken aback.

He always felt that Xiao Nan had changed a bit.

But... losing to Wood Release was the biggest regret of his life.

Kakuzu thought he would never have a chance to take revenge after Hashirama Senju died, but Kitazawa suddenly appeared and became the second Wood Release ninja.

He would be unwilling to accept defeat if he didn't fight a Wood Release ninja.

But Xiao Nan's answer was indeed correct.

Akatsuki's current goal is to make money, and they have many high-quality customers in the Land of Fire and Konoha.

Most importantly, after incurring the enmity of Konoha Village, the Akatsuki organization will be targeted and exposed, making it impossible for them to make money as peacefully as before.

Does this mean I should leave the Akatsuki organization?

Once a member of the Akatsuki leaves, they will be relentlessly hunted down by the other members.

Kakuzu isn't too afraid of this, but he's afraid of not being able to make money.

The money he made from his two major businesses, silver jewelry and rainwater, exceeded what he earned in his entire life.

He would rather die than give up.

"I think you've misunderstood something."

Kakuzu suddenly realized what was happening and said, "I didn't intend to assassinate Kitazawa, but rather to have a friendly spar with him."

"...?"

Xiao Nan was taken aback.

She actually heard the word "sparring" from Kakuzu's mouth?
Kakuzu has been a member of Akatsuki for quite some time, and Konan knows him fairly well.

In summary, he's a ninja who will stop at nothing to make money.

He even killed several members of the Akatsuki organization to sell for money.

Therefore, when Konan heard that Kakuzu's goal was Kitazawa, she subconsciously thought that he wanted to kill Kitazawa to exchange for money.

After all, Kitazawa's head is now worth an astronomical bounty on the black market.

"I personally have a great fascination with Wood Release, so I would like to experience the legendary Wood Release firsthand."

Kakuzu said without changing his expression.

This statement is not a lie.

Although he was powerful, he wasn't arrogant enough to kill Kitazawa in Konoha.

Putting aside Kitazawa's own strength, the presence of ninjas like Hiruzen Sarutobi, Tsunade, and Orochimaru alone would have kept him in Konoha forever.

Kakuzu doesn't want to die.

After all, he hadn't earned enough money yet, especially after getting involved in business, which opened up a whole new world for him.

The previous practice of doing daily commissioned tasks and black market bounties was very inefficient.

His search for Kitazawa stemmed solely from his obsession with Wood Release.

"If it's a friendly spar, I can ask Kitazawa for you."

Xiao Nan thought for a moment and then said.

"Well."

Kakuzu nodded and said, "If he agrees, have him come to the Valley of the End to see me at nine o'clock next Monday morning."

He needs to make thorough preparations this week.

The reason for choosing the Valley of the End is because it is the place where Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha fought.

If he defeats Kitazawa's Wood Release here, it would be a way for him to vent his anger in front of Hashirama Senju.

“I will go with them.”

Xiao Nan reminded him.

"I see."

Kakuzu understood the hidden meaning in her words.

She was worried that the sparring would turn into a deadly battle, which would lead to war between the Akatsuki and Konoha.

Neither of them refused.

He was also afraid that Kitazawa's Wood Release technique was truly at the level of Hashirama Senju, and that he would be killed in the process.

It's no wonder he's so cowardly; it's because Hashirama Senju's Wood Release left a very deep impression on him back then.

"I'll wait until next Monday. If he doesn't arrive, I'll leave."

After Kakuzu finished speaking, he disappeared from the spot.

Xiao Nan fell into deep thought.

She was thinking about how to bring this up with Kitazawa.

nine in the morning.

As soon as Kitazawa arrived at the ninja academy, he was surrounded by students from the genius class.

The questions asked were mostly related to Wood Release.

Wood Release is so famous in Konoha that everyone, from old women to children, knows it.

"Alright, everyone get back to training!"

Kitazawa answered a few of their questions and then dismissed them.

"Kitazawa, you're really something now."

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled as he spoke.

"This is all thanks to the reputation of the First Hokage."

Kitazawa shook his head and said modestly.

"If you can defeat a demon like the Wraith, your Wood Release won't be bad either. Perhaps Konoha Village can produce another God of Shinobi."

Maruhoshi Kosuke has a high opinion of Kitazawa.

Kakashi Hatake didn't say anything, but looking at Kitazawa, he sensed something subtle.

Kitazawa's impression of him was that his strength would surge every now and then.

Kakashi Hatake himself is a genius, and he has seen geniuses like Sasuke Uchiha and Naruto Uzumaki, but he still feels that Kakashi is very abnormal.

Now it's even more outrageous that he has mastered Wood Release, making him far stronger than him.

"Let's get down to business."

Kitazawa coughed lightly and said, "The students in the genius class are now so famous that they are being targeted by other ninja villages."

"This is indeed a problem."

Chen Baojun said with a serious expression, "Many geniuses have died at the hands of the enemy."

At that moment, he thought of his former students.

"I will have the Dark Guard strengthen the protection of the gifted students."

Kitazawa nodded and said, "Also, we teachers of these gifted classes need to pay more attention to their safety on a regular basis."

"do not worry."

Maruhoshi Kosuke immediately assured him, "If you want to hurt them, you'll have to kill me first."

"Not bad!"

Chen Baojun echoed.

These old ninjas were not far from death, and their only wish was for these students in the genius class to grow up healthy.

Kitazawa suddenly thought of the Will of Fire.

The current Maruboshi Kosuke and others perfectly embody the Will of Fire.

After the chat, everyone went to their respective study groups and began giving pointers to the students.

"Naruto, Sasuke, and Neji, come here."

Kitazawa thought for a moment and then called out.

Upon hearing this, the three people immediately stopped training and walked up to him.

"I give you a task."

Kitazawa said with a smile, "This afternoon, take Shion around for a stroll."

He originally only intended to call them Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha, but considering their personalities, he added Neji Hyuga as well.

Hyuga Neji is somewhat similar to Uchiha Sasuke in terms of personality, but they are actually completely different.

Uchiha Sasuke is cool, Hyuga Neji is calm.

"Guaranteed to complete the mission!"

Naruto patted his chest and said.

Uchiha Sasuke and Hyuga Neji didn't react much, they just nodded.

"Go train."

Kitazawa waved his hand and said, "I'll take you to see her this afternoon."

The three returned to their respective positions and began training.

The time came to noon.

Kitazawa returned to his office.

"Kitazawa".

Xiao Nan stood up, hesitated for two seconds, and said, "There's something I want to tell you."

"what's up?"

Kitazawa looked at her and asked with some curiosity.

“One of our Akatsuki members greatly admires Wood Release, so he would like to have a spar with you.”

Xiao Nan told the truth.

She thought about it all morning and finally adopted Kakuzu's reasoning.

[Current Mission: Defeat Kakuzu using Wood Release as a challenge.]

[Mission Reward: Wind Release: Rasenshuriken]

【Whether to accept? 】

Kitazawa's eyes lit up, thinking to himself that as expected of Kakuzu, he had transformed into a money-giving boy.

Wind Release: Rasenshuriken is an S-rank Wind Release ninjutsu from the original work.

Its unfinished version destroyed both of Kakuzu's hearts in one fell swoop.

However, it also has drawbacks, namely that its power is too great and can hurt the user, making it a forbidden technique.

In the original work, Naruto Uzumaki lost sensation in his right hand after using it once, and if he continued to use it, it would directly cripple his right hand.

However, once he mastered Sage Mode, Wind Release: Rasenshuriken no longer had any side effects.

Although Kitazawa doesn't have Sage Mode yet, he believes in the system and that he will have it someday.

In short, the rewards for this task are definitely worth it; it's a steal.

Theoretically, Kitazawa could create Wind Release: Rasenshuriken himself, but it would take a lot of time, so it's unnecessary.

　Five thousand words, two chapters combined

　　
　
(End of this chapter)