Ninja World: I'm really a support-type ninja

"Don't worry, Akira, I won't sacrifice Konoha ninjas without my consent. I've already found a way to replace them."

"What method?" Akira Hatake was slightly confused.

"Have you forgotten about White Zetsu?" Minato Namikaze reminded him.

"I……"

Akira Hatake slapped his forehead in annoyance. "I really forgot about him!" He pressed on, "Sensei, has Orochimaru made another breakthrough?"

"Yes, Orochimaru developed a brand new technology based on the characteristics of White Zetsu spore clones."

Minato Namikaze smiled. "I only found out today. If Orochimaru hadn't come to apply for research funding, I might still be in the dark."

"Orochimaru, that guy..." Akira Hatake smiled helplessly, then looked at Minato Namikaze with curiosity, "So, teacher, what is his technique?"

"What's it called, Snake Shedding White Zetsu Clone?"

Having revealed the name, Minato Namikaze carefully explained the situation to Akira Hatake.

The nature of White Zetsu's spore clones has already been explained, so I won't repeat it here.

Orochimaru utilized the characteristics of White Zetsu spore clones, combined with his unique snake-type ninjutsu, to create a soul container that was cheaper than a clone.

In other words, many souls summoned back from the Pure Land will use this technology to return to the Ninja World.

However, using White Zetsu spore clones to return to the ninja world is not without its drawbacks.

Those who return to the ninja world will face the same problem that White Zetsu spore clones also face: they lack digestive and excretory systems...

Moreover, their strength will be limited, and they can only stay at the level of special Jonin, and going higher will become a luxury.

Even so, it's still incredibly powerful.

If Orochimaru is given enough White Zetsu spore clones, he will definitely create an army of special Jonin!

His emotions suddenly surged, but Minato Namikaze promptly poured cold water on Akira Hatake's enthusiasm.

"Ming, don't get excited yet. White Zetsu's spore clones are also limited and cannot be provided in large quantities."

Upon hearing Minato Namikaze's words, Akira Hatake sensed something was amiss, but he soon realized where the problem lay.

In the original timeline, the primary means of creating the White Zetsu army was through the body of the Divine Tree, namely the Gedo Statue.

It should be noted that the Gedo Mazo had already opened seven eyes, meaning that it had sealed seven tailed beasts.

With the Gedo Mazo supplying life force, the White Zetsu's ability to create spore clones would naturally be greatly enhanced.

But the Gedo Mazo is now just for show; it hasn't fed him a single tailed beast.

So, Akira Hatake's hopes were dashed.

"Okay, teacher, I understand."

Akira Hatake nodded, a thought forming in his mind to visit Orochimaru's research base.

He wanted to see just how many good things Orochimaru was still hiding.

However, just as Akira Hatake was about to take his leave, Minato Namikaze called him back.

"Ming, I'll be going to Mount Myoboku in the next few days, so I'll have to leave the village in your care."

"What?" Akira Hatake's face fell. "Sensei, do you have to take Kakashi with you?"

"Of course, Kakashi also needs to practice Sage Mode."

Minato Namikaze waved to Akira Hatake and, without waiting for Hatake's consent, used the Flying Thunder God Technique to leave the Hokage's office.

Looking at the empty Hokage's office, Akira Hatake was furious, but there was nothing he could do but swallow his anger and accept it.

Chapter 319 Might Guy Opens the Seven Gates.

To be honest, in the later timeline of the Naruto world, Sage Mode has become an unavoidable hurdle.

Of course, if one's physical skills reach the level of Might Guy, they can also hold their own.

However, compared to Sage Mode, the pinnacle of God-level taijutsu is still too difficult to achieve. Apart from Might Guy, it's estimated that there wouldn't be another one like him in the entire ninja world.

This isn't about praising Might Guy; it's about a youth that can only shine once in a lifetime, and it deserves everyone's respect.

However, with Akira Hatake, Might Guy can now unleash his ultimate move, "Night Guy," to his heart's content.

Of course, Might Guy himself will have to endure the pain after activating the Eight Gates Formation. As long as he can endure it, Akira Hatake can guarantee how long he can extend Might Guy's life.

It's arrogant, but that's the support ability that Akira Hatake currently possesses.

Thinking of Might Guy made Akira Hatake feel a little better.

"Heh, so what if the two of you went to Mount Myōboku to cultivate immortal arts?"

"I, Akira Hatake, don't only have you two as my choices!"

Feeling abandoned, Akira Hatake said a few words in resentment, then casually waved his hand to shorten the spatial barrier in front of him and found Shikaku Nara.

"Lu Jiu, your teacher has to go out for the time being. Until the teacher returns, the village affairs will be handled by you."

"If you encounter any difficult decisions, you can come to me."

Akira Hatake was secretly delighted. With Nara Shikaku, a highly intelligent talent, he wouldn't have to worry about many things personally.

Although Minato Namikaze entrusted Akira Hatake with the important task of managing Konoha, orders are rigid, but people are flexible.

Akira Hatake was relieved to entrust the handling of government affairs to Shikaku Nara.

Furthermore, Akira Hatake also told Shikaku Nara that he should leave the decision-making to him for any important matters.

This way, the village can be guaranteed to be problem-free, and Akira Hatake can also slack off to the maximum extent.

I'm such a clever little devil!

Hatake Akira secretly gave himself a title, ignored Nara Shikaku's bitter face, took him to the Hokage's office, and then turned and left.

He wanted to find Might Guy to reconnect and also check on how far Might Guy's physical skills had progressed.

With his spatial abilities, Akira Hatake finds people and travels very easily; finding Might Guy would be a matter of seconds.

The scene shifts, and Akira Hatake appears beside Might Guy in his wheelchair.

"Kay."

"bright!"

Might Guy, who was training hard in the training field, looked up with his eyes full of surprise, "Wait for me a little longer, there are only 2000 push-ups left to reach 9000!"

9000?

Akira Hatake was dumbfounded. Had Might Guy already made such great progress?

It's important to know that Akira Hatake never injected any life energy into Might Guy; Might Guy grew to this level entirely through his own efforts.

Such a hardworking person commands Akira Hatake's utmost respect.

"Ok, I will wait for you."

Akira Hatake watched Might Guy quietly as he repeated the standard push-up posture time and time again, which made him even more determined to give Might Guy a helping hand.

Previously, Akira Hatake only planned to use chakra chains to connect with Might Guy when he opened the Eight Gates Formation, and then use his third skill to save him when he was on the verge of death.

But now, Akira Hatake has changed his mind.

Might Guy's youth shouldn't be limited to the brief moment after opening the Eight Gates Formation; he deserves a wider world.

Matt Kai quickly completed 2000 push-ups, and he abandoned any further training plans.

Akira Hatake's arrival deserves a brief respite for his youth.

"Ming, are there any busy village affairs today?"

Might Guy knew in his heart that the Hatake brothers held high positions in Konoha and had heavy responsibilities.

Although he was willing to share some of the burden with his teacher, Minato Namikaze, he knew his own situation best; his mind was only suited for carrying out tasks, not for management.

Knowing his own limitations, Might Guy wouldn't complain. He would just continue to train hard or perform his missions diligently, in order to repay Minato Namikaze for recognizing his talent.

Even though he was just a filler at the time, being accepted as a disciple by Minato Namikaze was a turning point in Might Guy's life.

Well, with this new identity, Might Guy's path to success became a little less tortuous, and he suffered far fewer disdainful looks.

That alone is enough to make Might Guy loyal to Minato Namikaze.

"Busy? Of course I'm busy."

Akira Hatake complained, "The teacher and Kakashi have both gone out, leaving me alone in the village. I almost collapsed from the heavy workload of government affairs just now."

"...I'm sorry, Ming, I really can't help you with this, so..."

Might Guy scratched his head somewhat embarrassedly and looked at Akira Hatake with an apologetic gaze.

"It's okay, Kai. Just focus on doing your own thing."

Akira Hatake smiled and said, "Luckily Shikaku is here, so I can take a break today."

"Let's go, Kai, we're going on a picnic today!"

Upon hearing about the picnic, Matt Kai smiled genuinely.

Since Team 8 disbanded, the four members of the group have rarely had the opportunity to get together. Even during the Third Shinobi World War, they were assigned to different battlefields.

Now that the war is over, the situation among the four has not improved much.

Kakashi, on the other hand, gets to spend every day with Minato Namikaze, since Kakashi is the captain of the Hokage's guard.

Akira Hatake and Might Guy would only visit the Hokage's office once every ten days or so.

The former means to consult Minato Namikaze if you have something to say, or to consult Akira Hatake if Minato Namikaze has something important to say.

Might Guy only goes to the Hokage's office once a year when handing over a mission, and after handing over the mission, he catches up with Minato Namikaze and Kakashi.

However, it's rare for Might Guy to encounter someone like Akira Hatake, who loves to slack off.

Moreover, given Might Guy's personality, he would never take the initiative to seek out Akira Hatake to build a relationship.

Because in Matt Kay's heart, feelings are something that will never change, just like his youth, which has lasted from beginning to end.

He may seem a bit dull, but that's just Might Guy—focused solely on training and finding meaning in his youth.

A heart full of childlike innocence—that perfectly describes someone like Matt Ke.