Naruto: All My Targets Are Ninjutsu.

At this moment, Kushina, who had been waiting nearby, finally couldn't hold back any longer. She rushed forward and grabbed Kana's hand. Then, in a choked voice, she said:

"Kana! It really is you! I thought I'd never see you again! Those damned bastards from Kusagakure... How dare they! How dare they treat you like this! I really want to go to Kusagakure myself and tear those bastards to pieces! I want to make you pay for all the pain you suffered!"

As she spoke, faint red chakra emanated from Kushina's body, and her long hair floated up like an octopus, making the air in the office seem thick and heavy.

Minato Namikaze was startled and quickly went over to hold Kushina's shoulder, injecting chakra into her body to help calm her agitated power: "Calm down, Kushina. Yu, Jacques, and I have already avenged Kana and Naoto. Kusagakure suffered heavy losses this time."

"The most important thing now is to let Miss Chanel and the others rest and recover their health."

"..."

Kushina's anger gradually subsided.

In Yu's perception, the chakra auras hidden in the shadows outside the house disappeared again, which he guessed were probably the ANBU responsible for monitoring the Nine-Tails and protecting the Hokage.

At this time.

Tsunade coughed and said, "Nice to meet you. I am the granddaughter of the First Hokage. My grandmother was Mito Uzumaki, so I also have a quarter of the Uzumaki bloodline flowing through my veins."

"The Senju and Uzumaki clans have been on good terms for generations. If you wish, you can settle down in the Senju territory. It is a tranquil place with complete facilities. I will personally take charge of your follow-up treatment and recuperation to ensure you recover your health as soon as possible."

This was indeed the first time that Kana and her companion had met Tsunade.

but,

The title of "granddaughter of the First Hokage" is quite prestigious.

As one of the two heroes who ended the Warring States period, even in countries hostile to Konoha, Hashirama Senju's name carried considerable influence and reputation.

Just like Tobirama Senju, who also had a high reputation, only in the opposite direction to Hashirama...

now.

Tsunade's promise as Hashirama's granddaughter, coupled with the connection of being a "descendant of Mito," undoubtedly gave both of them a sense of belonging.

Kana Uzumaki glanced at Tsunade, then at the excited Kushina beside her, and felt the goodwill in the eyes of Minato Namikaze and Hiruzen Sarutobi. Her tense heart finally relaxed, and tears streamed down her face: "Thank you... thank you Lady Tsunade, Hokage, and Kushina-neechan... I'm willing to stay in Konoha."

next to.

Naoto Uzumaki nodded in agreement.

Seeing this scene,

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled with satisfaction: "Good, very good. Tsunade, I'll leave their arrangements to you and Kushina. Make sure they feel the warmth of the Konoha family."

"it is good."

Tsunade nodded in agreement.

Afterwards, Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Minato Namikaze and Yu Mikami: "Minato, Yu, you both did an excellent job on this mission. Especially Yu, your performance exceeded expectations. The Jonin team has unanimously approved the nomination for Special Jonin."

"Thank you, Lord Hokage."

Yu Mikami's heart stirred slightly, but his expression remained calm.

Hiruzen Sarutobi continued, "Also, Yu, what's your decision regarding that advanced ninjutsu we mentioned earlier?"

"..."

Mikami Yu pondered deeply.

This is indeed a very important question.

For Yu Mikami now, the technique that can give him the greatest boost is "Flying Thunder God Technique," but Minato Namikaze has already made a clear promise to teach it, and the Gacha System has already identified it as a limited skin for "Summoning Jutsu," so there's no need to find Hiruzen Sarutobi anymore.

The same principle applies to techniques like "Yin Seal".

Then,

The more worthwhile choices are techniques that Hiruzen Sarutobi is good at and that are compatible with him, such as "Fire Release: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet" and "Shuriken Shadow Clone"; as well as the forbidden techniques recorded in the Book of Seals.

—Regarding the latter option, what Mikami Yu most wanted to learn was not "Impure World Reincarnation" or "Multiple Shadow Clone Techniques." After all, the current "Impure World Reincarnation" still has significant flaws, as it cannot unleash the power of the person in their previous life and requires the use of living human sacrifices, both of which are troublesome; "Multiple Shadow Clone Techniques" is only suitable for Chatonra's physique.

If you really want to learn forbidden techniques, you might as well consider "Spiritualization Technique," but this is definitely a separate target. Like opening a blind box, before entering the list and raising the affection level to 25, Mikami Yu can't be sure what kind of trait it will give you.

After careful consideration,

Mikami slowly began to speak: "I want to learn the Third Hokage's 'Fire Dragon Flame Bullet' and the Second Hokage's 'Water Severing Wave'."

"Oh?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled: "These are two techniques, and both are B-rank or higher ninjutsu. Are you sure you can learn them both?"

"To be honest, Lord Hokage,"

Mikami Yu smiled and said, "I am quite confident in my ninjutsu talent. If the Third Hokage is interested, he can test it himself."

If nothing unexpected happens, "Water Severing Wave" should be a high-level or legendary limited skin of "Water Chaotic Wave"; as for "Fire Dragon Flame Bullet", Mikami Yu is a little uncertain, after all, in terms of nature and origin, this technique should be on the same line as "Flame Bullet" and "Great Flame Bullet".

it's fine.

Even though "Fire Dragon Flame Bullet" is a new technique, Mikami Yu is confident that he can master it in a relatively short time.

After all, the fire-style chakra affinity he gained through "Great Fireball" wasn't for nothing; he truly deserves to be called a genius when it comes to fire-style techniques.

"……it is good."

Hiruzen Sarutobi pondered for a moment, then nodded: "Since you're so confident, then come to the training ground this afternoon and give it a try. I'm looking forward to your performance."

……

That afternoon.

The third training ground is located on the west side of Konoha Village.

Yu Mikami arrived early, practiced his swordsmanship and fire techniques for a while as usual, and then sat cross-legged under a large tree at the edge of the arena to rest.

Before long, two figures appeared at the entrance to the training ground. It was Hiruzen Sarutobi, who had finished dealing with official business, and Minato Namikaze, who had come with him.

Mikami Yu stood up: "Hokage-sama, Minato-sensei."

"No need for formalities, relax."

Hiruzen Sarutobi was still wearing his iconic Hokage robes, holding a pipe in his hand, his expression calm: "It seems you've been waiting for a long time. Are you ready? Then, let's begin with 'Fire Dragon Flame Bullet'."

soon.

Hiruzen Sarutobi walked to an open area in the center of the training ground, explaining as he formed hand seals: "Snake-Sheep-Monkey-Boar-Horse-Tiger... Fire Release: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet!"

call--!!!

With a deep and awe-inspiring roar, three ferocious fire dragons made of blazing, high-temperature flames suddenly burst forth from Hiruzen Sarutobi's mouth! Then, they meandered and coiled in three directions—left, center, and right—and pounced on the massive stone pillar opposite them.

Rumble—!!!

An explosion was heard.

The scorching heat churned and spread outwards, and even from a distance, Yu Mikami could feel the burning heat rushing towards him. After more than ten seconds, the flames gradually dissipated, and the row of solid stone pillars had disappeared, leaving only the pungent smell of sulfur.

"So strong..."

Yu Mikami secretly praised it in his heart.

This technique is on par with "Great Dragon Fire," both being B-rank, but they have different focuses: one emphasizes wide-area suppression and explosive power, while the other focuses on single-target attacks. When used by the Third Hokage, a grandmaster of Fire Release, its power is truly astonishing.

"Did you see it clearly, Yu?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi turned around and exhaled a puff of smoke. "The key to this technique lies in the instantaneous explosive power of chakra and the precise control of its shape transformation, thereby creating a continuous impact and burning ability... You try it."

"it is good."

Mikami Yu nodded, and as he walked over, his attention also fell on the text box that appeared in the corner system:

[Ding! Gift detected: Limited Skin Fragment - Flame Bullet/Dragon Fire Technique: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet!]

"turn out to be……"

Will "skin" without a scroll be classified as "fragment"?

What would happen if the skin were gifted directly? Would it conflict with gifting skins, or could it be combined in multiple steps, like "Neural Activation"?

Mikami Yu's mind was in turmoil, but he did not rush into action. Instead, he decided to try it out based on his own understanding first to see the extent of his current "true talent".

present.

Mikami Yu calmed his mind, recalling what Hiruzen Sarutobi had just taught him, and manipulated his chakra, forming hand seals: "Fire Release: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet!"

Chapter 172 Hiruzen Sarutobi: Among the juniors I have personally mentored, I would call you the strongest!

call--!

A sizable ball of fire, shaped like a dragon, spewed from Mikami Yu's mouth, roaring as it crashed into another rock pillar not far away, creating a deafening roar. Although it didn't seem as spectacular as Hiruzen Sarutobi's earlier demonstration, it still shattered the rock pillar into pieces, sending debris flying everywhere.

"good."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded: "To achieve this level on your first attempt, it seems your talent in Fire Release is truly extraordinary. Your chakra reserves and explosive power are also excellent. However, you can still improve your form by grasping the key point of 'condensed yet not scattered, moving yet not chaotic'..."

In the former's account,

Mikami Yu let out a soft sigh of relief, diverting a sliver of his attention to the Corner System.

[Gift Gift: Limited Skin - Fire Dragon Flame Bullet (Fragment) -> Dragon Fire Technique]

[Dragonfire Technique: Affection +4, Current Affection: 59/100]

It seems that the favorability gained from skin fragments is indeed not as high as that from complete skin; normal skin should be able to add about 8 points at once.

However, the advantage of a skin is that it directly increases proficiency to a base value and provides the same bonuses as the original skin. The "Dragonfire Technique" has the trait of "Piercing Flame," which increases range and stability. If this trait were applied to "Fire Dragon Flame Bullet"...

now.

Mikami Yu felt the sudden surge of understanding about "Fire Dragon Flame Bullet" in his mind, along with a subtle but undeniable sense of control over flames, and formed hand seals once more.

This time, he slowed down the speed of forming the hand seals, and when the seals were completed and the chakra gathered in his throat, he did not immediately exhale. Instead, he paused for about three seconds to build up his strength. Then, when the pressure in his mouth gradually increased and became difficult to suppress, he suddenly opened his mouth!

"boom--!!"

A ferocious dragon head appeared, trailing a long, fiery body, and shot out like a comet striking the moon! With a deafening roar, the huge granite target dozens of meters away was blasted into pieces, and the blazing flames, undiminished, swept into the distant forest, burning fiercely!

"oh?!"

A glint flashed in Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes, and he forgot to smoke his pipe. His face showed genuine surprise. "Only the second attempt... and it's already this good? This range and penetration... it's improved by a lot compared to before! Unbelievable!"

Minato Namikaze, standing nearby, could not hide his surprise.

You should know...

Although Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't have used his full strength when demonstrating, the effect of that technique was something that ordinary ninjas couldn't replicate.

While Yu Mikami's "Fire Dragon Flame Bullet" might not have the same overwhelming suppressive power as Hiruzen Sarutobi, its penetrating and explosive power was subtly superior.

It seems...

"Yu's comprehension of fire-style techniques is indeed astonishing."

Comprehension is something that really can't be explained.

It cannot be deduced using logic at all.

Minato Namikaze himself was like that. Before him, there were people in Konoha who had tried to train the "Flying Thunder God Technique," including Jiraiya and Orochimaru, but even those two ended in failure. Until he appeared, he not only quickly learned the Flying Thunder God Technique, but also surpassed his teachers.

Given that Mikami Yu was able to "improve" the Great Fireball Technique long ago, it is not without precedent that he has done so now.

"call……"

Mikami Yu gently exhaled a hot breath with a faint sulfurous smell, suppressing the churning chakra within his body.

It seems...

There are no bad characteristics; it's just a matter of how well they are combined.

The original "Flame of Penetration" was actually a bit of a waste.

Because the "Dragon Fire Technique" requires a steel wire as a trigger, its attack route is a straight line between two points, making it very easy to predict. Even without charging, it's not guaranteed to hit the enemy, let alone while charging. Therefore, he almost never used this characteristic.

However, the "Fire Dragon Flame Bullet" is different.

This technique is a wide-area suppression ninjutsu, while also possessing a certain degree of flexibility. Charging it for one or two seconds, or even longer, has little impact on its hit rate. Unless the opponent anticipates from the outset that a direct confrontation is not advisable and dodges in advance, it will be difficult for them to escape unscathed.

"Well done, Yu!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi praised without reservation: "In just two attempts, you were able to grasp the essence of Fire Dragon Flame Bullet and integrate it with your own understanding. In terms of comprehension of Fire Release alone, among the juniors I have personally mentored, I would call you the strongest! I am at ease entrusting this technique to you."

"Next, let's try the 'Water Wave Severing Technique' left behind by the Second Generation Lord."

At this time.