I, who just wanted to be lazy, was forced to become the Hokage.

Chapter 33: A New Direction for Family S-Rank Missions!

Such powerful energy!

Nara Rinka holds the Chakra Crystal in his hand, as if he were holding a vast and boundless ocean.

Faced with the enormous amount of chakra contained in this [Chakra Crystal].

Nara's accuracy was only improved to C- level this morning, which is like a trickle of water, extremely weak.

"The problem of my chakra levels that has been troubling me for so long seems to have finally been resolved."

Nara Rinka felt an overwhelming sense of joy and surprise.

"What I thought would require constant drug use was solved in one fell swoop!"

According to Nara Rinkazu's initial calculations.

At his current rate of drug use, it would take him at least another month to raise his [Accuracy] to B level.

However, thanks to the [Chakra Crystal], Nara Rinka can now control an amount of chakra that has reached the A-rank level.

Furthermore, the crucial restriction on chakra quantity has been lifted.

The ninjutsu such as [Camouflage Concealment] and [Super Beast Imitation Painting] that Nara Rinka previously acquired can already be incorporated into the combat abilities of regular operations.

The overall power boost brought by even a small piece of Chakra Crystal is undoubtedly astonishing!

Nara Kano stroked his beard and laughed, "It seems you're quite satisfied with this 'second special reward,' Lan Gui."

"I couldn't be more satisfied, Chieftain!"

Nara Rinka's tone was filled with undisguised pleasure.

Despite having the S-rank technique [Shadow Clone Technique] and the B+ rank [Wisdom] attribute.

Nara Rinka's maximum potential is close to that of an elite Jonin.

But that was just a shadow clone.

Nara Rinkazu's true form remains a "clock warrior" who is extremely unbalanced in his studies.

Nara Rinkei has always had a clear understanding of his own capabilities.

"A pure secret technique-based stationary ninja" is undoubtedly the most fitting description. (Chapter 4)

Now, thanks to Nara Rinka's continuous efforts, and with the tiny bit of help from the [Lazybones System],

This extremely unbalanced ability positioning has finally been effectively improved.

Nara Rinkei doesn't expect to be able to fight like Might Guy, the future pinnacle of physical combat, relying on hand-to-hand combat skills.

But at the very least...

When the enemy attacks with punches and kicks, you need to have enough strength, speed, and physical strength to react and dodge, right?

Moreover, given that he possesses the [Lazybones System], Nara Rinka doesn't want to develop himself into a one-sided warrior.

His pursuit is to be a flawless, all-around warrior.

and so……

Nara Ranke asked with great interest, "Clan head, are there any other chakra crystals in the clan?"

"Do you think chakra crystals are just some random explosive tags?"

Nara Kano's smile vanished, and he glared at her, puffing out his beard.

"This thing is extremely precious, practically priceless!"

Nara Ranka didn't take it seriously. "Clan leader, I still have the one million taels you just gave me."

Want to use family rewards to buy family treasures?

The old clan chief almost laughed in anger.

The sound of you tapping on the abacus could be heard even in Konoha!

"What is a million ryo compared to chakra crystals?"

Nara Kano spoke in a serious tone, intending to shatter Nara's daydream of seizing the laurel.

"The money from selling just this small piece of chakra crystal could buy you three more mountains!"

"And this is under the extremely strict restrictions on the use of chakra crystals."

"Otherwise, the price would have increased many times over!"

Is a single piece of chakra crystal worth the equivalent of three mountains?

Nara Rinkasa suppressed his rage and looked down at the indigo gem in his hand.

The deep, cool-toned hexagonal gemstone is resonating with his chakra.

The surface of the crystal-clear gemstone emitted a hazy, dim light, like the afterglow of sunset shrouding the distant green mountains in the twilight.

Nara Rinka thought the old clan chief had already given enough.

I never expected that I would underestimate their generosity!

"Chieftain..."

Nara Rinka raised her head and said softly.

"I only completed one S-rank mission, and you've already given me so many rewards."

"What will you do when I complete the other S-rank family missions later...?"

"Any other S-rank family missions?"

Nara Kano was immediately delighted.

"Do you think that the S-rank missions issued by the family are the same as the S-rank missions issued by the village?"

"Only those who make exceptionally outstanding contributions to the family can be considered as S-class missions."

"But what if I actually did something wrong?"

Nara Rinka said earnestly.

"For example, I have developed an advanced ninjutsu similar to the [Lacquer Eye]."

"The significance of the [Lacquer Eye] to our Nara clan goes far beyond just being a high-level ninjutsu..."

Nara Kano shook his head, but he couldn't resist the serious attitude that Nara Rinkazu expressed.

"However, Lan Gui, if you really develop any advanced ninjutsu, I certainly won't be stingy with the reward."

very good!

Nara Rinka nodded.

We've found a direction to trigger the next S-rank family mission!

All we need to do is develop another advanced ninjutsu comparable in value to the [Lacquer Eye]...

Looking at Nara Rinka's serious expression, Nara Kano felt a strange sense of unease.

"What should I do? This kid seems to have taken me seriously..."

To be fair, in the previous S-rank mission [Eye of Shadow], Nara Kano had already maximized the quality of all the rewards that could be given to Nara Langui.

Secret techniques, medical books, money, positions, treasures...

The Nara clan really didn't have anything else to offer as a reward.

"What if this kid really does develop some advanced ninjutsu again? What should we do then?"

Nara Kano's heart was restless.

"Well, never mind... Why let future troubles cause me headaches now? I'll deal with them later!"

Just as Nara Kano successfully consoled himself.

Nara Ranka suddenly asked, "At that time, could the clan leader also provide another [Chakra Crystal]?"

"Cough! How is that possible?!"

Nara Kano coughed heavily.

"Forget about chakra crystals. There are really no other treasures of this level in the family."

"If you have your own way, you can try your luck elsewhere."

"But as far as I know, in Konoha, only Tsunade should have a spare chakra crystal."

Never mind then...

That cursed necklace of the big fat sheep... don't get involved!

Nara Ranke thought for a moment, then asked, "Clan leader, do you think there might be any extra chakra crystals in the Fire Temple?"

"How would I know such a thing..."

"Oh well."

Nara Rinka nodded, showing no sign of disappointment.

"But speaking of which, why did you keep such a precious [Chakra Crystal] in the Fire Temple, clan leader?"

"This is because within the Fire Temple's territory, [Chakra Crystals] can be replenished more effectively."

Nara Kano answered instinctively.

"A more effective supplement?"

Nara Rinka's eyes flickered as she recalled the second effect of [Chakra Crystal] on the panel.

Natural energy?

"That is..."

Nara Kano wanted to explain further, but he chose to avoid the question altogether.

"That's a very important secret."

"When your own chakra reserves are comparable to the energy contained in a chakra crystal, then come back and ask me for the answer to this question."

It seems it really is natural energy!

Nara understood immediately.

He believed he had a good understanding of the high-level forces hidden within the ninja world.

I won't even dream about bloodline limits like the Rinnegan or Tenseigan.

As an ordinary, unremarkable ninja.

The only thing Nara Rangsuke can rely on is the legendary Sage Mode!

The so-called "Sage Mode" refers to a special state in which one's chakra is combined with natural energy to create a specific "Sage Chakra," thereby giving a comprehensive and leapfrog enhancement to one's ninjutsu, taijutsu, genjutsu, and other abilities.

However, not every ninja can train in Sage Mode.

Putting aside the risks...

The most basic requirement for training in Sage Mode is that the ninja must possess a sufficiently large amount of chakra within their body!

Nara Rinka can temporarily boost his chakra level to A-rank by using [Chakra Crystallization].

However, his own [precision] is only C-level, and the amount of chakra he can produce is far from meeting the requirements of Sage Mode.

Instead of fantasizing about Sage Mode, I should think more about how to make good use of this [Chakra Crystal].

Nara Rinka tightly gripped the gem in her hand.

"Being able to resonate with the A-rank ninja tool [Chakra Crystal], I can barely be considered a small-scale Jinchuriki now..."

Nara Kano prompted, "Lan Gui, how do you plan to wear this chakra crystal?"

Such a large gemstone shouldn't just be used in its bare state.

Nara Rinka weighed the [Chakra Crystal] in his hand.

The best way is to carry it with you as an "accessory".

The most common places for jewelry are necklaces, rings, and earrings.

In slightly more unusual locations, there are headbands and hair accessories.

More unusual items include necklaces, anklets, and navel rings...

The old patriarch spoke again, reminding them, "If you're considering a necklace or a ring, you can open the scroll I gave you earlier and take a look."

Upon hearing this, Nara Rinkei took out the small scroll containing the chakra metal, and following the clan leader's instructions, opened it and took out a ring-shaped piece of chakra metal from it.

In the center of the silver-gray ring, there was a hexagonal gap that could perfectly accommodate the [Chakra Crystal].

Nara Rinka set the gemstone into a ring and wore it on the index finger of her right hand.

"This puts a weight off my mind."

Nara Kano stretched.

"Lan Gui, I'm going to rest for a while."

"If you want to test the practical effects of chakra crystals, you can take a stroll around the temple; you might find something unexpected."

Regarding the old clan chief's knowledge of the existence of natural energy.

To avoid unnecessary arguments, let me explain here.

In the original manga, during the Pain invasion, after Nara Shikaku learned from the slug that "Naruto has successfully mastered Sage Mode," he told Shikamaru: "The fact that he (Naruto) has learned Sage Mode means that he has become stronger."

This is from the manga, volume 46, chapter 632.

This at least shows that Nara Shikaku had some understanding of Sage Mode.

In addition, two points were mentioned in this book.

1. The old clan chief is on good terms with Zhongjue (the teacher of the land of earth, a character in the original work, and in this book he is the abbot of the Fire Temple).

2. The old clan chief said that the Fire Temple inherited the "Ninjutsu" philosophy of the Sage of Six Paths. (Chapter 25)

Therefore, in conclusion...

The old patriarch was aware of the existence of natural energy.

(End of this chapter)