Naruto: I upgraded my bloodline limit using chakra.

The slug immortal laughed and said, "You are young, but you are very polite. You are a good young man!"

"The Slug Immortal is too kind."

She continued, "In my memory, you are the first Uchiha to step into Shikkotsu Forest. I have never had any ill will towards the Uchiha. Since Lord Hashirama chose to let you sign a contract with Shikkotsu Forest, he must have recognized you from the bottom of his heart and hoped that you could make efforts for the peace of the ninja world."

"From today onwards, you shall cultivate immortal arts in the Wet Bone Forest!"

"Thank you, Slug Immortal!" Xuan Ye smiled.

After all, cultivating immortal techniques could greatly enhance his strength!

Cultivating immortal arts.

in short.

It refers to the chakra cultivated within the body to create Sage Mode.

Ordinary chakra is formed by fusing and condensing physical and mental energy in a certain proportion.

Cultivating Sage Arts involves introducing external natural energy into these two types of energy to achieve balance, and then cultivating Sage Chakra. This is what is known as Sage Arts training.

The power of Sage Mode contains unpredictable strength, which can greatly enhance strength and speed, and even cause irreparable damage to the Jinchūriki of the Ten-Tails.

However, the risks of practicing immortal arts are quite high.

On the one hand, cultivators need abundant chakra, otherwise they are easily swallowed by natural energy and become part of nature. On the other hand, they need a strong physique.

The Slug Sage briefly tested Genye's physical strength and chakra reserves, and Genye, who possessed a level 3 Sage Body, easily passed the test.

then.

Xuan Ye begins cultivating immortal techniques!

The practice at Mount Myoboku involves applying toad oil to accelerate the process of spiritual cultivation.

The monks of Ryuchi Cave, on the other hand, cultivated by immersing themselves in the venom diluted by the White Snake Sage.

Shikkotsu Forest practitioners use viscous acid, which is applied to the body to enhance their affinity with nature, thereby improving their ability to cultivate Shikkotsu Forest's magical arts.

Following the method taught by the Slug Immortal, Xuan Ye began to cultivate immortal arts!

The cool, sticky acid was applied to his body, followed by a burning sensation. Xuan Ye endured the pain, held his breath, and began to sense the natural energy around him. He then slowly inhaled it, immersing himself in the painful yet fulfilling process of cultivation.

The day after passing the exam.

That's when the ninja academy assigns Jonin to lead teams.

Inside the classroom.

The three of them had been waiting for half an hour.

But the Jonin leading the team still didn't appear.

"How dare they keep the future Hokage, Sarutobi Taro, waiting for so long! This Jonin leading the team is really too much!" Sarutobi Taro clenched his fist and slammed it hard on the desk. A clear pain shot through his fist, and he immediately turned around, grimacing.

pain.

It hurts too much.

Sarutobi Taro, why are you hurting yourself?!

"Sarutobi, did you hurt your hand? It looks like it hurts a lot. Be careful!" Nami said with concern.

"Pain? How could that be? I, Sarutobi Taro, am a man destined to become Hokage. A mere little pain is nothing to me!" He snorted indifferently, his hands behind his back, his face full of arrogance and disdain!

The classroom door was suddenly opened.

Kakashi, with long silver hair, a black mask, and a green and black Jonin vest, walked in, carrying a book in his hand.

Previously, Kakashi's ANBU squad had failed to properly protect Naruto, resulting in Naruto being kidnapped by Orochimaru. Hiruzen Sarutobi sought revenge, removing Kakashi from his position as ANBU squad leader and making him a Jonin to train newly graduated Genin.

"It's Kakashi the Copy Ninja!?" Upon seeing him, Sarutobi Taro couldn't help but exclaim in surprise. The former was highly respected and revered among the younger generation of Konoha.

Looking at the other person, Xuan Ye was also surprised, and said with a smile, "Kakashi-sensei, I didn't expect to join your team. I hope you will give me a lot of guidance and take care of me in the future!"

Kakashi, as the Jonin leading the team, already knew the identities of the Genin, so he wasn't surprised to see Genba. Instead, he felt like they were destined to meet again.

Kakashi introduced himself, saying, "Let me start by introducing myself. I am Hatake Kakashi, a Jonin of Konoha. You may introduce yourselves now!"

"My name is Sarutobi Taro, I am nine years old today, and my dream is to become Hokage. In the future, you will see me wearing the Hokage robe and fighting for Konoha!"

"My name is Hinata Nami, and I don't have any hobbies." She glanced at Genba secretly, thinking to herself, "My hobby is just being with Genba!"

When he noticed that everyone's eyes were on him, Genba said, "My name is Uchiha Genba. Kakashi-sensei should know my name, since we met a couple of days ago. Am I right, Kakashi-sensei?"

Kakashi hummed in agreement, then said, "Since it's our first day meeting and I don't yet know your strength, let's play a bell-stealing game. Only those who manage to steal the bells will get lunch!"

Kakashi looked at Genba with a slightly wary gaze.

After all, he had fought against Genba more than half a year ago and witnessed the battle between Genba and the Storm Release Kekkei ninja from Kumogakure. He knew that the latter was very strong. However, as the Jonin in charge, how could he convince his subordinates to obey his orders without demonstrating his strength?

Genye rested his hands behind his head and said casually, "Kakashi-sensei, there's no motivation if there's no reward for winning."

"If you can get the bell, I'll treat you to a meal—barbecue, Ichiraku Ramen, anything goes—but you have to get the bell first!"

After saying that, Kakashi shook the bell in his hand, making a "jingling" sound, and looked at Gen Ye with a hint of provocation in his eyes!

Xuan Ye smiled faintly.

Kakashi, you're too confident. I'll show you the harsh realities of the world later!

The group of four arrived at the outskirts of a forest.

The space here is open and has some cover, making it suitable for combat.

Sarutobi Taro looked at Kakashi, who was shaking a bell, and suddenly asked, "Kakashi-sensei, you only have two bells in your hand. Does that mean one of us hasn't had lunch?"

"Oh, you're quite observant. Yes, you guessed right. In my team, the weak are not allowed to consume food!" Kakashi grinned, revealing a cold smile.

He continued, "Also, if you don't pass my test, I will still send you back to the Ninja Academy. After all, useless people can't play a role on the battlefield and may even drag their comrades down. It's better to go back to the Ninja Academy than to be useless!"

Kakashi's words were cold, but true; they were his own reflections after experiencing it firsthand.

Hearing Kakashi's earnest yet sarcastic words.

Sarutobi Taro and Nami unconsciously swallowed.

Although they were among the best graduates of the Ninja Academy.

But Kakashi was once a squad leader in the Anbu.

It would be extremely difficult to snatch the bell from him.

A meticulous plan and detailed strategy are necessary.

Otherwise, failure is inevitable.

However, neither of them will automatically forfeit!

With a "whoosh," the two of them disappeared from Kakashi's sight.

In the silent open space, only Genye and Kakashi remained. The latter dared not be careless; the boy in front of him possessed at least the strength of a Jonin, and underestimating him could come at a heavy price.

Gen Ye smiled and used the "Body Flicker Technique" to disappear from Kakashi's sight instead of attacking him.

For Sarutobi Taro and Nami.

This is a competition to snatch the bell.

Firstly, it allows them to more clearly recognize the gap between themselves and Jonin.

On the other hand, more practical experience is needed for better progress.

Therefore, in this competition to snatch the bell, Genye was mainly a spectator, at most assisting the two from the sidelines.

Sarutobi Taro hid in the river, carefully observing Kakashi. A true hunter is adept at seizing an opportunity in an instant. It was still early, and he had plenty of time to prepare.

Nami was hiding behind a wide patch of trees, looking for an opportunity, but she was worried that it would be difficult for her to snatch the bell from Kakashi.

"With Xuan Ye here, there shouldn't be any problems!"

"No, no, I can't put my hopes on Genye. If I do, wouldn't I become the kind of person who drags my teammates down, like Kakashi-sensei described? I absolutely cannot let my teammates down!"

Nami hardened her resolve, her gaze fixed on Kakashi, searching for an opportunity.

She must make a good impression on Xuan Ye and gain his approval!

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The hot weather made Kakashi sweat, so he found a shady spot under a tree and carefully read "Make-Out Paradise".

He appeared to be reading, but in reality, he was on edge, and Sarutobi Taro and Nami were unable to snatch the bell from him.

However, it's hard to say about Genba, who has the Sharingan and Wood Release.

Today might be a tough test!

"call!"

A massive fireball surged from the riverbank.

Sarutobi Taro had been hiding in the river for some time. He noticed that his opponent was very cautious and had not revealed any flaws. If this continued, he would definitely not be able to complete the test of snatching the bell within the allotted time. The impatient Sarutobi Taro finally couldn't help but make a move!

He immediately used Fire Release techniques, after all, in the vast Konoha, Uchiha and Sarutobi are the most skilled in Fire Release!

The fireball hurtled towards them quickly, its flames scorching hot.

Kakashi closed Icha Icha Paradise and used the "Body Flicker Technique" to easily dodge the opponent's attack. After all, in the former's eyes, Sarutobi Taro's Fire Release technique was flawed, not fast enough, and had a long prelude, making it easy for the opponent to dodge.

Kakashi had just landed.

"Whoosh!"

A shuriken was shot toward his location.

"You have a good sense of anticipation, not bad!" After catching the trajectory of the shuriken, Kakashi's nimble fingers directly inserted into the hole of the shuriken and then spun it around, looking slightly arrogant.

"Fire Release: Phoenix Flower Technique!" At this moment, Sarutobi Taro leaped out of the river, forming hand seals to unleash his ninjutsu while throwing out several shuriken.

Shuriken and flames intertwined in the air, transforming into several blazing shuriken fireballs, like a shower of flowers from a celestial maiden, enveloping Kakashi.

Despite his obesity, Sarutobi Taro is surprisingly agile and his attack methods are quite impressive. As expected of someone from a prominent family, he is already considered a genius among ordinary students.

But in front of him was Kakashi, who became a Jonin at the age of 12 and created an S-rank ninjutsu.

Kakashi moved with the agility of a nimble ape, his toes lightly touching the ground as he weaved through the attacks of shuriken enveloping in flames, seemingly effortless and completely at ease.

at the same time.

Sarutobi Taro, wielding a kunai, charged forward, his eyes fixed on the bell in Kakashi's hand, his gaze burning with fervor.

Once they obtain the bell, they can truly pass the test and become genin.

Otherwise, they will be sent back to the ninja academy.

This was unbearable for Sarutobi Taro, who wanted to become Hokage!

"I'm determined to snatch the bell from your hands!"

Facing the charging Sarutobi Taro, Kakashi revealed a cold smile. He sidestepped the attack, easily dodging it, and then pressed down on Sarutobi's back and began to spin him around.

In the blink of an eye, Sarutobi Taro was already dizzy from being spun around. With a push of his wrist, he was sent flying forward with a heavy thud!

"Sarutobi-kun, I'm here to help you!" While the two were fighting, Nami quietly crept up from behind the trees and immediately unleashed Gentle Fist as she approached Kakashi!

"Gentle Fist!" Nami activated her Byakugan, and Kakashi's meridians were clearly displayed before her eyes. Then, a barrage of fist shadows mixed with chakra was unleashed.

"Bang bang bang!"

The fist struck Kakashi, and in the blink of an eye, Kakashi turned into a piece of wood!

Substitution Technique!

When Kakashi reappeared, a sharp kunai was pressed against Nami's neck. The chill emanating from it made her back soaked with cold sweat. He said in an emotionless voice, "If this were a battlefield, you would already be a corpse. You two are really too weak!"

During the conversation.

Kakashi released the kunai.

He looked at the two with cold indifference and disdain. In fact, the two had already performed well enough among ordinary students, but Kakashi had high standards and was still not satisfied with them.

Just then.

"Kakashi-sensei, don't underestimate us!" Hidden in the shadows, Genya finally made his move. He knew that the two of them alone could not successfully snatch the bell and needed his help.

"Wood Release: Strangulation Technique!"