A comic book journey to see the Eye of Antiquity

Chapter 36

However, the Third Hokage was now satisfied with Yang Lei's wariness, believing that he was indeed worthy of being the child he had recognized. He possessed a powerful bloodline and considerable strength, yet he knew how to keep a low profile, which was truly remarkable.

Although Yang Lei understood, he still had to speak up. The Third Hokage continued, "Little Yang Lei, the village has long suspected that your eyes possess a kind of eye technique, but they don't know how powerful it really is. They only thought it could greatly improve your comprehension of words. After all, you performed quite poorly when you were learning hand seals from Ebisu."

It turns out that the village hadn't ignored this little genius. In fact, someone had been secretly observing him all along. However, because he was nominally Asma's adopted son and the third generation's godson, it was only natural for ordinary villagers to see him as a genius. But for those with ulterior motives, they could only study him quietly.

After research, apart from the Third Hokage who still had doubts, many people mistakenly believed that Yang Lei's eyes could only greatly increase his comprehension of words. Otherwise, it would be impossible to explain how a six-year-old child could have learned his studies to the level of Chunin. It was too incredible.

It was precisely because of these presumptuous speculations that no one bothered Yang Lei, as he was unwilling to offend the Third Hokage.

In fact, it's not just Yang Lei's amazing talent in comprehension; his cultivation over the past few years has also been noticed by those who are interested. After all, he has never hidden anything, so anyone can guess just how capable he really is with a simple calculation.

"Yang Lei".

Before the Third Hokage finished speaking, he continued, "Your eyes are extremely important, and I believe you know that yourself. Therefore, before you reach the level of a Jonin, or before you can kill all your enemies, I hope you will use the power of these eyes carefully."

"and."

The Third Hokage continued, "Tomorrow is the ninja registration day. People from Root might come looking for you. I'll have Asuma accompany you the whole time, so don't worry. Without any information, Danzo will at most ask you some questions for the safety of the village, or maybe he won't even ask."

There's a hidden meaning in this statement: Danzo won't act without information, but what will he do once he has some information?

The Third Hokage didn't say it, but Yang Lei understood. After all, he was an outsider. If Danzo really found out how terrifying the Eye of Juko was, he believed that the old man would definitely take action against him, because the old man didn't trust anyone other than himself, let alone an outsider.

"finally."

At this moment, the Third Hokage raised his hand and pointed to the Book of Seals on his desk, warning, "Many of the ninjutsu in it are dangerous. They can cause serious damage not only to the enemy but also to the user. So you must be very careful when you practice them."

"Ok?"

Asma, who had fallen silent again, raised an eyebrow and gave Yang Lei a strange look. He had long known about Yang Lei's extraordinary comprehension, and now, judging from the Third Hokage's words, could it be that this kid had secretly read the Book of Sealing while completing the mission?

If he really did read it, given his demonstrated comprehension, he probably already learned everything recorded in the Book of Seals, right?

"cough."

Yang Lei coughed a little awkwardly, scratched his head, and didn't try to make excuses. He assured the Third Hokage, "Third Hokage, don't worry. I know what I'm doing. Before I reach the level of a Jonin, I can only use the Flying Thunder God Technique, Rasengan, Lightning Blade, and Multiple Shadow Clone Technique to fight."

Yang Lei understood the Third Hokage's concerns. Despite his current large chakra reserves, theoretically comparable to a Jonin, what he lacked was experience in chakra usage and practical combat skills.

But don't think that's enough. The records in the Book of Seals are mostly super-powerful ninjutsu, and correspondingly, the consumption of chakra will be considerable. If he doesn't control it well, he may be drained of chakra after using a ninjutsu, instantly putting himself in the most unfavorable situation. He's not stupid.

Furthermore, as long as he uses the Thunder God Technique and Rasengan, he can easily defeat his opponent. After all, he is only a genin now, so the difficulty and danger are practically nonexistent.

Even though Yang Lei has been promoted to Chunin, his current strength is enough to deal with other Chunin. He just might not be used to it at first and needs to fight to bring out his true strength.

"You'd better know it yourself."

The Third Hokage was even more satisfied. He turned around and took out a huge scroll from behind his desk. Although it wasn't as big as the Book of Seals, it was still quite large.

"give."

The Third Hokage handed the scroll to Yang Lei and said, "This is a summoning beast that we, the Sarutobi clan, have a contract with. It is from the renowned Demon Ape clan. Consider it a gift for you. Just leave your name and you can summon them to fight alongside you."

"Wow."

Yang Lei's eyes suddenly widened. This gift was really great; it could bring him countless benefits. How so?

Yang Lei has made great progress in physical fitness. What he lacks most now is no longer long-term training, but rather practical combat training. Unfortunately, he is all alone. Apart from Asma sparring with him when he has nothing to do, no one else is willing to accompany him.

Once he signed a contract with the Demon Ape clan, he could summon a helper during battles and also find someone to spar with on ordinary days.

Some people might look down on the Demon Ape Clan, thinking that the toads, snakes, and slugs of the Three Sacred Lands are more powerful, since the Three Sacred Lands seem to have their own so-called immortal arts.

Perhaps the spirit beasts of the Three Sacred Lands are indeed powerful, but Fang Haoran doesn't have high expectations for them, because he looks down on those semi-complete immortal techniques and immortal bodies, and he has his own plans in this regard.

Some might argue that the spirit beasts of the Three Holy Lands are much larger and more powerful than those of the Demon Ape Clan.

This is a bit of a misunderstanding. First of all, let me clarify that a larger object does not necessarily mean a stronger one. This distinction must be made. Otherwise, we could just stand together and compare sizes, instead of starting a fight.

At least the Demon Ape Clan Chief Enma, who was acquainted with the Third Hokage, was no ordinary person. In the original work, he helped the Third Hokage block the First and Second Hokage, who were resurrected through Edo Tensei, on several occasions. I don't need to say more about how powerful those two were.

Furthermore, that ape demon is someone who can perform hand seals and release ninjutsu on its own, which is very rare among summoning beasts. Other summoning beasts can only use some of their own innate techniques that do not require hand seals, and they cannot use many ninjutsu.

Take Gamabunta for example; he can't even use the Transformation Technique, one of the most basic of the Three Body Techniques, which shows how rare Enma is.

Finally, it seems that the summoning beasts of the Demon Ape clan should all be able to transform into super weapons, right? At least Orochimaru's Kusanagi Sword is a divine weapon, but it couldn't cut through the Golden Cudgel that the Demon Ape had transformed into.

0036 First Spirit Communication Technique

Yang Lei was overjoyed at the Third Hokage's gift. He quickly took the scroll, almost as if he were snatching it from him, which made the Third Hokage and Asuma give a wry smile.

I already said I'd give you a spot, how can you go back on your word? The Third Hokage, a legendary ninja, wouldn't stoop so low.

Furthermore, the third generation leader now only wants to recruit Yang Lei as much as possible because he had previously been suspicious of Yang Lei, so they hadn't developed a deep friendship. Now he has to make up for it quickly, because Yang Lei is almost grown up, and it will be too late in a few years.

After taking the scroll, under the guidance of the third generation, Yang Lei wrote his name in his own blood in the last position, and then pressed his fingerprint with the five fingers of his left hand. The signing ceremony was then completed.

Generally speaking, many people prefer to use their dominant hand to stamp, as this allows them to quickly complete the hand seals for psychic rituals.

But Yang Lei didn't think so. His dominant hand was his right hand. What if he needed to constantly fight others in battle? There wouldn't be time to form hand seals.

If it's the left hand, the right hand can exert some effort, while the left hand can take the time to form a hand seal for a summoning spell.

In fact, Yang Lei had worked hard to improve his hand seals a few years ago, and his speed had reached the fastest speed he could achieve. He no longer had a dominant hand; it didn't matter which hand he used to form the hand seals.

"what?"

After completing the final step of signing the contract, Yang Lei realized something: the person in front of him was actually the Third Hokage, and the name written on it was none other than Hiruzen Sarutobi. He wondered why Asuma hadn't written his own name on it.

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"uh-huh."

Asma and Yang Lei had known each other for so many years and were quite familiar with each other. She could guess what Yang Lei was thinking from the strange look he gave her. She deliberately coughed, rolled her eyes in annoyance, and greeted the Third Hokage, "Are you alright? Then I'll take him back first. After all, we have to get up early tomorrow."

"Go."

The third generation leader retrieved the summoning scroll, waved his hand, and let them leave.

Emerging from the Hokage Building and standing on the deserted, quiet street, Yang Lei couldn't help but exhale a long, stale breath. His time in the Hokage's office had truly been a test. Passing it would bring him smooth sailing, while failing would mean his body would be destroyed and his reputation wiped clean.

Of course, this was just Yang Lei's guess. What he didn't know was that in the years since he came to Konoha, he had been undergoing tests, not only from the Third Hokage's occasional spot checks and the surveillance by some ANBU members, but even his Uncle Asuma had to monitor him.

Just before that, the Third Hokage had already let him pass the test when he saw that he could replicate the Byakugan, so his worries were really unnecessary, or rather, he was too late to worry; he should have started worrying several years ago.

However, in any case, he no longer has to be suspected by the Third Hokage. Just as the Third Hokage himself said before, if Yang Lei is really an undercover agent sent by someone else, OK, I thank you for sending talent. I will keep this person. Whether it is through bribery or emotional appeal, since Yang Lei has come to Konoha Village, then let him stay.

In fact, the Third Hokage still hasn't resolved the suspicion that Yang Lei is an undercover agent, since Yang Lei only awakened his Sharingan after arriving in Konoha Village, and others may not know about his talent.

But it doesn't matter. He was determined to bring this extraordinary bloodline into Konoha. However, unlike Danzo's forceful methods, he forcibly revoked all his distrust of Yang Lei and would do everything he could to keep his heart in Konoha. This was a soft approach, but it was also the safest method.

"Yang Lei".

At this moment, Asma patted Yang Lei's head and reminded him with a smile, "Get up early tomorrow, don't rush to train, dress up nicely and prepare to register as a ninja. Oh, and I'll take you to buy some ninja necessities later."

"Okay, I'm going back now. See you tomorrow."

After giving Yang Lei a brief explanation, Asma greeted him and then turned and left with an air of nonchalance.

Yang Lei is now twelve years old, and after tomorrow he will become a genin. He no longer needs Asuma to see him off like he did a few years ago. Although his eyes are very valuable, no one knows about them yet.

"Tomorrow?"

Afterwards, Yang Lei suppressed the dissatisfaction on his face from Asma rubbing his head and looked forward to tomorrow, because after tomorrow he would be a genin.

"That's right."

Before the joy in his heart had subsided, Yang Lei clapped his hands vigorously and muttered, "Let's try summoning the spirit beast first!"

Without thinking, Yang Lei put his right hand in his mouth and bit it, then smeared the slightly cut thumb across his left palm, leaving a trail of blood. He quickly formed a hand seal and slammed his hand on the ground.

"Ninja Technique, Summoning Technique."

"Boom."

A plume of white smoke suddenly rose, and when the smoke dissipated, a small monkey was seen lying on the ground, fast asleep.

"what?"

Yang Lei was dumbfounded. Before he transmigrated, he had laughed heartily at Naruto's constant summoning of tadpoles while practicing his summoning technique. But now, this little monkey in front of him, which was no bigger than his head, was too much of a slap in the face.

"Squeak."

The little monkey seemed to be talking in its sleep, but no one knew what it meant. It hugged its arms, trembled, and slowly opened its eyes to wake up.

"Hi."

Yang Lei greeted the little monkey with a stiff face.

Who are you?

Yang Lei had already signed a contract with the Demon Ape Clan. The little monkey felt a sense of familiarity with him, and since it was summoned by his spirit, it was naturally unafraid and asked in a childish voice.

“My name is Yang Lei,” Yang Lei pointed to himself, hesitated for a moment, and then said, “That one, I’m the one who brought you out through spirit communication.”

"I know."

The little monkey nodded casually, leaped forward to Yang Lei's narrow chest, and nimbly slipped inside his clothes. Finally, it stopped trembling and asked, yawning, "So, what did you call me here for? There are no enemies in the middle of the night. You didn't just come to disturb my sleep, did you?"

"I really don't have that much free time," Yang Lei shook his head with a wry smile, and walked towards home while chatting with the little monkey in his arms. He finally managed to clarify his doubts before the little monkey fell asleep again.

The little monkey also has its own name, Xingzhe. In Huaguo Mountain, where the Demon Ape Clan lives, he is the third generation who is still active, apart from the elders who have lived for countless years. He is the grandson of the clan leader, the Demon Ape.

Little Walker is not very big, only a little over a year old now. However, since spirit beasts grow much faster than humans, it is estimated that in another year or two he will be about the same size as Yang Lei, at least in appearance they will not be too different.

As for why Yang Lei summoned it, according to Xiao Xingzhe's explanation, it was the first time he had used the art of spirit communication, and he might have been surprised when it came out.

"Alas, what a tragedy!"

0037 Someone wants to see you

Seeing that the little traveler had fallen asleep again, Yang Lei had no choice but to form a hand seal and send it back. Just as he was about to walk home, suddenly, a gust of wind blew, and a person dressed in black clothes and wearing a mask appeared on the street not far ahead.

Yang Lei was taken aback, knowing that this was the Dark Guard, but just in case, he secretly did something, putting his right hand behind his back and secretly forming the hand seal for the Flying Thunder God Technique. He looked at the Dark Guard without saying a word, waiting for the other party to speak first.

"Yang Lei?"

The ANBU member could naturally see Yang Lei's little tricks, but he didn't point it out. In his eyes, Yang Lei, who had just graduated from the Ninja Academy, was not worth paying attention to. He stepped forward and said to Yang Lei, "Come with me. Someone wants to see you."

The tone of the ANBU member was cold and unquestionable, which made Yang Lei feel inexplicably angry. He thought to himself, "Who do you think you are? Just because you say one word, I have to go with you?"

Despite his anger, he knew that although his physical abilities had improved, he couldn't unleash his true strength due to a lack of combat experience. So he didn't say much, nodded, and replied, "Lead the way."

He wisely refrained from asking who wanted to see him. Since the Dark Guard hadn't said who wanted to see him, it proved that he wouldn't get an answer even if he asked, so why waste his breath and get angry?

The operative was satisfied with Yang Lei's cooperation, nodded, and wasn't worried that Yang Lei would ambush him. He confidently exposed his back to Yang Lei and led the way forward.

Unfortunately, he underestimated Yang Lei. You see, this guy's physical fitness not only far surpasses that of his peers, but even ordinary Chunin wouldn't be a match for him. Even against Jonin, if it's just a matter of physical fitness, some Jonin might not be much stronger than him.

If Yang Lei were to suddenly attack at this moment, this member of the secret service might suffer multiple blows due to his carelessness.

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Of course, Yang Lei wouldn't act rashly, but he wouldn't do nothing either. While walking forward, he found a moment and lightly patted the wall of a building by the roadside with his hand in a mudra. This would serve as a coordinate, so he could use the Flying Thunder God Technique to escape if he sensed danger.

"It's better to be prepared."

With a thought, Yang Lei suddenly had an idea. He secretly formed a hand seal again, and suddenly he transformed into two people. One of them turned around and went into a side alley, while the other continued to follow the dark officer.

As if unaware of the commotion behind him, the ANBU member made no reaction and continued walking forward with Yang Lei's shadow clone without looking back.

"Oh."

Yang Lei chuckled inwardly, thinking to himself, "This is the Dark Guard?" He turned to go home, but suddenly he froze. A figure had appeared behind him, none other than the Dark Guard member.

"The response was too slow."

The ANBU member shook his head and clicked his tongue, commenting, "If I were the enemy, you would be dead already."

"I believe."

Yang Lei nodded with a wry smile. He had no choice but to believe it, because it was indeed true. He had no idea how this secret agent had gotten behind him. He thought to himself that it was fortunate that his disdain just now was just a thought, otherwise he might have been retaliated against.

"Let's go."

The ANBU still led the way, walking ahead of Yang Lei as if Yang Lei hadn't made any moves, and as if the two figures walking in front weren't Yang Lei's shadow clones or his shadow clones.

There are many types of clones. The first is the most common clone technique, which is also one of the most basic three-body techniques. I have briefly introduced it before. It can only confuse other people's vision and is considered a phantom. It cannot cause any damage to the enemy. Anyone with a little skill can easily distinguish between the clone and the original.

There are other types of clones, such as earth clones, wood clones, and water clones, which will not be discussed in detail here. We will only talk about shadow clones.

Shadow Clone is an advanced clone technique. The clones created are physical entities that can not only harm enemies but also prevent enemies with eye techniques from distinguishing between the real body and the original.

Furthermore, if the main body has enough chakra, the shadow clones can even release ninjutsu. For example, Naruto's shadow clones can release the Rasengan. Other skilled ninjas can also make their shadow clones release ninjutsu, but they just don't have much chakra.

While the Shadow Clone Technique is advanced, it's not the most advanced clone technique. Above the Shadow Clone Technique is the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique, which is defined as a forbidden technique. This is truly powerful. Readers familiar with the original work will certainly recognize it, as Naruto's killer move was the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique, which he used from the beginning to the end of the Naruto storyline.