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

Chapter 78 The Long-Awaited Tsunade!

Kikyo Orphanage.

Nara Ranka stared blankly at the [Sky Blade] on the panel, momentarily lost in thought.

He was originally wondering if Orochimaru's B-rank [Ninja Scroll] would reveal some of his signature secret techniques.

For example, ultimate snake-skin nesting ninjutsu like "I spit out snakes," "snakes spit out swords," "snakes spit out me," and "I spit out myself."

The result was completely unexpected.

A B-grade [Ninja Scroll] actually yielded a "Sage Technique" that allows for simple manipulation of natural energy!

"If Orochimaru truly mastered Sage Mode, then this inheritance—without a doubt—originates from Ryuchi Cave, one of the three sacred sites!"

Thinking of this, Nara Rinkachi's mind was instantly filled with a lot of information about Ryuchi Cave.

Compared to Mount Myoboku, the information leaked from Ryuchi Cave is pitifully scarce.

But at least it's better than the last holy site, "Shikkub Forest"...

"Dragon Cave, White Snake Immortal, Immortal Technique: White Strike Technique, Immortal Technique: Inorganic Rebirth, Immortal Technique: Transmitting Extraordinary Shadows, and all sorts of incantations..."

Nara Rinkazu thought about it for a while and inexplicably felt that the spell effect of the [Sky Blade] was somewhat similar to the "Sage Art: Inorganic Reincarnation".

However, the conditions for using the [Sky Blade] are even more demanding than those for the "Immortal Technique: Inorganic Rebirth".

"Let's set aside the inherited immortal techniques of Ryuchi Cave for now."

Nara Rinka refocused his gaze on the panel, staring intently at the spell effect of [Sky Blade].

"Abundant natural energy is distributed in the sky, the earth, and the ocean."

"Although the effects of the [Sky Blade] technique do not involve drawing natural energy into the body, it is still a very precious technique!"

"But when using the [Sky Blade], one also needs 'inorganic matter rich in one's own chakra'?"

Nara Ranka frowned slightly, recalling the A-rank ninja tool [Kusanagi Sword] in Orochimaru's hand.

"The chakra weapon that was commissioned to be forged by Mrs. Cat will still take some time to complete."

"Once that small katana is finished being forged, we can use it to test the power and effects of the [Sky Katana]."

"There's only one problem left now..."

"How can I sense natural energy?!"

Nara Rinka closed his eyes and repeatedly reviewed the contents of the scroll of "Sky Sword" in his mind.

However, it only contained the technique of "simple use of natural energy" and did not record how to "perceive natural energy".

How can we easily utilize natural energy without being able to perceive it?

Nara Rinka felt as if she had fallen into some kind of bizarre vicious cycle.

Left with no other choice, he turned to another "rudimentary immortal technique" that he possessed for help.

[Immortal Clan Guiding Technique]!

"The opportunity to perceive natural energy should lie in the [Immortal Clan Guiding Technique]!"

Thinking of this, Nara Rinka sighed softly.

I wonder if it's because the special cultivation method of "AFK cultivation" happens to fit the concept of the [Immortal Clan Guiding Technique].

Nara Rinka believes he has made fairly good progress in learning and practicing the [Immortal Clan Guiding Technique].

Although the existence of natural energy has not been definitively perceived to this day.

However, he could still clearly feel that his perception was improving day by day.

More precisely, the range and intensity of Nara Rangsuke's five senses are constantly improving.

for example.

In the past, Nara Rinka could only detect faint sounds within five meters.

However, after practicing the [Immortal Clan Guiding Technique], he could sense any movement within a ten-meter radius.

Even so...

"Still unable to sense natural energy!"

"The [Sky Blade] that allows you to ride the wind and control your sword is definitely a great ninjutsu, but I can't use it yet..."

Nara Rinka felt a slight pang of regret, but quickly cheered up again.

"But with this Rank B spell, we won't have to make several more trips to the Fire Temple!"

As a not-so-pure "Gundam fan", Nara Rinkei has never given up on the idea of ​​piloting a Gundam in the ninja world.

His original plan was to target the "Welcoming Thousand Hand Kill" of the Fire Temple.

Although I cannot drive myself.

But "Welcome Thousand Hand Kill" is still a mini Gundam, isn't it?

However, things don't always go according to plan.

With the ability to transform into a shadow, Nara Rangatsu no longer needs to covet the inferior Gundam of the Fire Temple.

What he truly lacks right now is the ability to perceive and manipulate natural energy!

The Sky Blade, extracted from Orochimaru's B-rank Ninja Scroll, perfectly met Nara Rinka's needs.

The only regret.

The problem lies in the fact that Nara Rangsei cannot perceive the existence of natural energy on its own.

"Toad oil, or other tools to aid cultivation... never mind, I won't consider them."

"There is still a difference between the natural energy seen by ninja beasts and the natural energy seen by ninjas."

"I'd better just stick to practicing the [Immortal Clan Guiding Technique]!"

"Perhaps I could create more Shadow Clones or Shadow Avatars to aid my cultivation..."

Just as Nara Rinkei was pondering how to adjust his own training plan.

Yakushi Nonou returned to her room.

"Nonou-nee-nee—"

Nara Rinka was about to get up to greet her when she suddenly saw the cub in the bespectacled nun's arms.

"Where did this child come from? I don't recall any children this small in the orphanage."

"This is... something the nun brought back to the orphanage."

Pharmacist Nono carried the child and walked steadily into the room, sitting down very gently on the edge of the bed.

"I just checked, and the reason the nun left the Kikyo Orphanage so quietly is because she was subjected to a mental illusion."

"Illusion?"

Nara Rinka came closer and examined the exquisitely beautiful baby in Yakushi Nonou's arms.

The child is too young to tell the specific gender.

But the strands of soft, pale gold hair lying on the other person's forehead immediately caught Nara Rinka's eye.

"Blonde hair? Baby? Illusion? Blood dragon eyes? Miyajou Flame?"

A series of flashes of inspiration collided and converged in Nara Rinka's mind as he looked incredulously at the child in Yakushi Nono's arms.

"Nonou-nee, does this child have a name?"

"Chino."

Yakushi Nonou softly called out the name of the child in her arms, her expression gentle, like a statue of the Virgin Mary.

"It's a very nice-sounding girl's name."

"..."

If Nara Rinkazu had only some doubts about the baby girl's identity just now...

Now, he can basically determine the other party's origin!

"Nonou-nee, I think this child... is probably, likely, possibly, Oya Shiro's daughter."

Nara Rinka recalled Oyajo En's strange attitude when he arrived, and the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.

"If I remember correctly, Miyajo En's daughter's name is Chino."

"Lan Gui, are you sure you're not mistaken?"

Yakushi Nonou looked up, completely surprised.

"Why would Miyajo En put his child in Kikyo Orphanage?"

"Perhaps it was because his own situation was too dangerous, and he couldn't bring his daughter with him on the journey?"

"Or perhaps they don't want to leave the blood pool clan's generations of feuds to their children?"

"Or is it... simply because it's too much trouble for a grown man to take care of a daughter?"

Nara Rangke offered several guesses.

"No matter what, as long as we find Oyajo En, we will be able to answer all our questions."

Ninjas are inherently skilled at intelligence gathering.

Not to mention that Miyajo En's public identity is quite special.

Kikyo Castle is not large, so it is not difficult to find a distinctive caravan leader from another village.

however……

Before Nara Rankei and Yakushi Nonou could find the location of Miyajo En.

Another powerful ninja suddenly came to visit Kikyo's orphanage.

"Nonou, and Nara—"

A deep, magnetic, authoritative voice drifted into the room from outside the window.

Golden light swayed and flickered.

Fat sheep makes a dazzling appearance.

"Forehead……"

Tsunade slipped into the room, intending to say something.

Having seen the scene inside the room, she suddenly didn't know what to say.

A blonde, mature woman in a nun's habit sits on the bed; a handsome, young man with dark hair stands beside the bed; and a blonde baby sleeps peacefully in swaddling clothes between them; and a warm and cozy atmosphere fills the air...

The big fat sheep was a little hesitant to open its mouth.

"Excuse me! Sorry to bother you!"

A hint of confusion flashed in Nara Rinka's eyes.

He felt as if he had seen this scene somewhere before...

"Lady Tsunade?"

Yakushi Nonou, holding the baby girl, subconsciously stood up and bowed slightly in greeting.

"Lady Tsunade."

Nara Rinka, realizing what was happening, immediately nodded in acknowledgment.

Tsunade glanced at Nara Ranka indifferently, resisting the urge to correct his way of addressing him.

"It was I who disturbed you."

Tsunade lowered her voice and bowed slightly in response to Yakushi Nonou.

"I didn't know there was a child in the room... Is this your child? Nono, so cute."

A compliment to Tsunade.

Yakushi Nonou's feelings were somewhat indescribable.

She moved her lips, intending to explain Chino's background in detail to avoid any misunderstanding.

However, considering the complex background of Chino's connection to "Miyajo En" and the "Blood Pond Clan".

Yakushi Nonou ultimately didn't tell the whole story.

After all, the opponent was one of the Three Ninja.

Konoha has permitted the opening of Kikyo's orphanage.

However, all the children living in the Kikyo Orphanage were of commoner origin.

If the higher-ups of Konoha were to find out that there was a suspected "infant of the Blood Pond Clan" in Kikyo's orphanage.

Pharmacist Nonou dared not imagine what kind of treatment Chino would face in the future...

The bespectacled nun sighed inwardly and said briefly, "Her name is Chino."

"So it's a girl? She's beautiful."

Tsunade gave a polite reply, then turned her gaze to Nara Rinka.

"Nara, come with me!"

I posted a dedicated analysis about Orochimaru and Sage Mode in the book club yesterday... but it hasn't been approved yet.

Let's summarize the conclusions here—

Orochimaru failed to master Sage Mode.

However, he can sense natural energy.

It can also condense Sage Chakra.

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