Konoha: Starting with Sage Mode

Chapter 34: Learning Conditions for the Flying Thunder God Technique

"Spirit Transformation Technique!"

When the Third Hokage heard what Kirito wanted as a reward, he was immediately startled and frowned.

"Third Generation Lord, can't this technique be given as a reward?"

Kirito noticed that the Third Hokage's expression wasn't good, and cautiously asked...

Ever since he discovered that his talent for cultivating Yin Release chakra nature was better than that for Lightning Release chakra nature, he had been eyeing the Spirit Transformation Technique, an S-rank Yin Release ninjutsu.

If you're going to learn, learn from the best.

The Spirit Transformation Technique was the most powerful Yin Release ninjutsu in his memory. It combined functions such as assassination, control, intelligence gathering, perception, and even chakra transmission. Moreover, it was a ninjutsu related to the soul and had great potential for development.

He has enhancement points, which are great for improving attribute panel stats and ninjutsu, but he lacks outstanding ninjutsu like the Spirit Transformation Technique.

"It's not that it's impossible. The Spirit Transformation Technique is also an S-rank ninjutsu, but this technique is not simple. I don't know where you learned about this ninjutsu, but it involves the soul and has very high requirements for the soul's aptitude. Moreover, it is an extremely dangerous forbidden technique. If you are not careful, it can severely damage your soul. Kirito, you are still young. You should choose another ninjutsu."

The third generation shook their heads and offered well-intentioned advice.

He was no stranger to the Spirit Transformation Technique. This S-rank ninjutsu was a precious secret technique that the Kato clan contributed to join Konoha. He had once wanted to learn it and had studied it seriously, but later gave it up on his own initiative.

The reason is that his soul aptitude is not up to par; to cultivate this ninjutsu, the cultivator must have an exceptionally strong soul from birth.

If one forces oneself to cultivate and an accident occurs, the worst outcome is that the soul separates from the body and can never return, leaving one to slowly wait for death. The worst outcome is that the soul is severely damaged, leading to a serious illness and turning one into a vegetable or an idiot.

There are people in this world who are born with exceptionally strong souls, but they are very few and far between.

In Konoha, to date, only the genius Kato Dan of the Kato clan has successfully mastered this ninjutsu. As for other people who practice the Spirit Transformation Technique, they either die or become crippled.

He realized early on that he wasn't qualified to cultivate and immediately resisted the temptation to give up, ignoring Danzo's encouragement, which prevented any problems from arising.

Kirito is undoubtedly a genius of Konoha, with a limitless future. He will become a pillar of Konoha, and he cannot stand by and watch Kirito ruin himself.

"The requirements for soul aptitude are very high, Third Generation Lord. Do you have any way to test a person's soul aptitude? If I am not qualified, then let's give up."

Kirito learned that it wasn't because he couldn't exchange it, but the Third Hokage clearly intended to stop him, and said it very decisively.

"Yes, the art of spiritualization records a simple method for testing soul aptitude."

Seeing that Kirito still had no intention of giving up, the Third Hokage listened to advice and smiled.

"That's great, Third Generation Lord. Please help me test it quickly. You're so capable, you must know this method, right?"

Kirito immediately started flattering the Third Hokage.

"Hehehe~, unfortunately, I don't know how. Only those who have mastered the art of spirit transformation can use this method."

The Third Hokage reached out and patted Kirito's head, shaking his head with a smile, his voice revealing a hint of helplessness.

Although he was known as the "Ninja Technique Doctor," there were still many ninja techniques he couldn't learn, and some of them were undeserved of the title.

Kirito was dumbfounded that the Third Hokage didn't know how to do it.

Doesn't this mean he has to wait for Kato to return before he can be tested?

But the enemy is still fighting bravely on the battlefield, who knows when they will return.

What will he do if the other party never comes back? Will he be choked by the third generation?

Helpless, Kirito asked timidly, "When will Jonin Kato be back?"

"That's hard to say. Jonin Kato is an important fighting force on the battlefield. Perhaps he won't be able to return until the war is over."

The three generations of perfunctory ways.

Powerful ninjas like Kato Dan have their personal information kept top secret. Even if Kirito Akechi couldn't possibly be a spy, he couldn't reveal even a fraction of it.

That's the rule.

Kirito was very unwilling to receive the satisfactory reward he expected, and his little face showed an undisguised expression of frustration.

"Kirito, let's try something else. How about learning the Flying Thunder God Technique? It's the Second Hokage's signature ninjutsu, once famous throughout the ninja world. It's incredibly powerful, and in terms of killing ability, it's far superior to the Spirit Transformation Technique. Your sealing techniques are excellent, so releasing the Flying Thunder God Technique instantly won't be a problem. You can use the Summoning Technique: Release and Absorption, which shows you have a talent for space-time. Also, you've noticed me using the Telescope Technique to observe your combat lessons multiple times, so your sensory abilities are definitely not bad. You can use your self-created special Magnet Release ninjutsu, and your chakra control is exceptionally good. It's just that you have a little less chakra right now, but that's not a big problem. You'll definitely have enough when you grow up. Finally, your reflexes are also excellent. I could tell from how easily you blocked Chizuru's senbon, which was enhanced with lightning release chakra, with an iron rod."

Seeing this, the Third Hokage looked at Kirito with a smile and began to reveal Kirito's past secrets one by one.

Kirito's eyes widened instantly upon hearing what the Third Hokage said, and his expression immediately turned sour.

He thought he had hidden it well, but experience really does matter, and this old fox really did spill out almost all of his secrets.

Suddenly, he felt a cool sensation all over his body.

I don't feel good.

"See? I told you so. Listen to me, choosing the Flying Thunder God Technique is definitely the right choice."

The Third Hokage looked at Kirito's less-than-pleasant expression and said smugly.

You think you can fool me with your acting skills? I already knew you knew I was using the telescope technique.

"The Flying Thunder God Technique... I'll think about it."

Upon hearing this, Kirito said with a hint of disdain.

The Flying Thunder God Technique is indeed amazing; it's a legendary technique that allows you to become famous and carry your sister around forever. If you truly master it, becoming the undisputed king of the ninja world in the future will be no problem.

The problem is that he's not really sure if he can learn this S-rank space-time ninjutsu, because the learning requirements for this ninjutsu are really high.

The Third Hokage said he had the qualifications to learn this ninjutsu, but that was just empty talk; who knows what it would actually be like if he actually tried to learn it.

For example, in terms of space-time talent, Summoning Technique: Release Technique and Summoning Technique: Absorption Technique are just two very simple space-time ninjutsu. They don't require much space-time talent, and anyone with a little space-time talent could probably use them.

But the Flying Thunder God Technique is different; this S-rank space-time ninjutsu definitely requires extremely high space-time talent to be qualified to learn it.

He can't guarantee he has that talent.

And most importantly, this ninjutsu requires an enormous amount of chakra. Now that he has it, he can probably only look at it and not learn it before graduation.

The difference in chakra levels between Chunin and Jonin is enormous, with the latter having more than ten times the chakra of the former.

His current chakra level is barely at the Chunin level. It will take at least five or six years for his chakra level to naturally increase to the Jonin level.

Of course, if his bloodline fusion experiment succeeds, that would be a different story.

Therefore, Kirito doesn't have a very high opinion of the Flying Thunder God Technique right now.

Good steel is used on the blade.

He finally got this opportunity using his self-created Magnet Release ninjutsu, so he can't exchange it for something that won't improve his strength in a short time.

The art of spirit transformation is different; the Third Hokage mentioned that it requires a very high level of soul aptitude, and he was very confident in it.

That's for sure.

He was a transmigrator who absorbed the original owner's soul, and with his original soul added to the mix, the combined souls must be far superior to those of an ordinary person.

These three generations are indeed politicians, although their skills are relatively low and they often make things worse, but they are still good at making grand promises, and not bad at all.

The Flying Thunder God Technique is undoubtedly just a pie in the sky he's making, and a poisoned one at that.

If he really eats it, he'll probably get diarrhea.

Chapter 35: Perfect Bait

"Third Generation Lord, please give me the Spirit Transformation Technique. I have my own plans. Please."

Kirito still decided to use the Spirit Transformation Technique, but the Third Hokage refused. He had no choice but to plead and beg the Third Hokage relentlessly.

"No, if I really give it to you and it harms you, how can I face Lady Mito? Let's choose another one. If you don't want to learn the Flying Thunder God Technique, then let's learn the Dark Travel Technique. It's an S-rank illusion technique with relatively low requirements for training conditions and it has an excellent restraining effect on eye techniques."

For the sake of Kirito and Konoha's future, the Third Hokage still has no intention of backing down.

Seeing that the Third Hokage was dead and wouldn't budge, Kirito decisively used the special technique that children love to use when fighting against adults.

He took a deep sniff and immediately looked at the Third Generation with teary eyes.

The Third Hokage's biggest weakness was undoubtedly his soft heart. When it came to his own people, especially his own Konoha's precious genius, he found it very difficult to harden his heart.

At this moment, Kirito's tearful tactics were surprisingly effective. The Third Hokage finally couldn't hold on any longer and said hesitantly, "Well then, if you can get Mito-sama's approval, I'll teach you the Spirit Transformation Technique."

"really?"

Kirito's eyes lit up immediately, and he exclaimed with delight, bursting into laughter through his tears.

"Ahem, that's right. As long as Lady Mito agrees, I'll agree to teach you the Spirit Transformation Technique. However, if Lady Mito doesn't agree, you'd better immediately exchange it for something else."

Seeing Kirito's incredibly quick change of expression, the Third Hokage's face twitched slightly, and he coughed.

Then, he hardened his expression slightly and said firmly, "However, if Lord Mito does not agree, you should obediently exchange for other things immediately and give up on learning the art of spirit transformation."

Upon hearing the additional condition of the third generation, Kirito obediently nodded and had no objection.

He then bowed to the three generations and quickly took his leave.

The Third Hokage watched Kirito run away quickly and sighed, "I'm sorry, Mito-sama, I really can't persuade this little guy. You're probably the only one who can persuade him. Please, let him give up."

As Kirito's footsteps faded into the distance, a shelf against the wall in the Hokage's office suddenly slid slowly to the left, revealing a hidden door. A middle-aged man exuding a cold and sinister aura emerged from the doorway.

If Kirito were here, he would definitely recognize this person as Shimura Danzo, known as the Darkness of Konoha.

The Third Hokage was not surprised by Danzo's appearance; the smile on his face had vanished, replaced by indifference.

He looked at Danzo with a wary gaze and asked suspiciously, "Danzo, your information should be reliable, right?"

"Hmph, if you don't believe me, you can simply ignore this matter and let me handle it alone."

Danzo said bluntly.

"But your information is far too shocking. Those people have been risking their lives for Konoha for more than ten years. How could they possibly be spies among them?"

Even seeing Danzo's resolute stance, the Third Hokage still found it hard to believe.

“My intelligence is absolutely correct. Moreover, the recent secret operations against the Sand Village have all failed. The operatives could not have known the specific battle plan before the mission began. The problem could only lie with the higher-ups. So, I absolutely do not believe that there is no mole among those who attended the tactical meeting. Hiruzen, this mole must be found as soon as possible. We absolutely cannot delay any longer.”

Danzo was stubborn and refused to back down.

"So, you're planning to take advantage of that child."

The third generation of cold voices.

"That's right. Magnet Release is the strongest bloodline limit in Sunagakure. The Third Kazekage will definitely not allow Magnet Release to spread in Konoha, and he will not allow Konoha to have a powerful Magnet Release ninja in the future. He will definitely eliminate Kirito, this threat, at all costs."

Danzo's answer remained unchanged, showing absolutely no shame for putting Kirito in danger by using an eight-year-old child to lure out the traitor.