Chapter 178
The kusanagi sword could be said to be the most suitable weapon for Naruto.
For others, getting it would be a curse, but for Naruto, it was the perfect divine weapon!
"The best weapon has been found. Now it's time to start practicing that move!"
Naruto bypassed the busiest streets of Tanzaku Town and arrived at a secluded spot on the outskirts.
Seeing no one around, Naruto once again drew the kusanagi sword and began practicing the Wind Release Ninja Body Technique.
To be precise, it should be... Wind Release NinjaSword Technique!
"Wind Release: Vacuum Sword!"
Following the description in the scroll, Narutoimmediately began to form hand seals with both hands, mobilizing and refining the Chakra within his body.
Generally speaking, forming hand seals while holding a sword is extremely difficult, but this kusanagi sword made everything simple.
Naruto was only controlling the refinement of Chakra; as for the act of "imbuing Chakra," he didn't need to do it himself. The kusanagi sworddirectly devoured and absorbed it furiously, attaching and wrapping Naruto's Chakra around the sword body, emitting a brilliant light!
"So... so powerful!"
At this moment, Wind Release Chakra was attached to the blade of the kusanagi sword, like streaks of flowing light, circulating and sweeping furiously, bringing out the attribute characteristics of Wind Release—extreme speed, piercing power, and cutting power—to their fullest, reaching the pinnacle of perfection!
With a roar from Naruto, the sword body was violently swung out, and the raging Wind Release Chakra surged forth, directly transforming into a blade of wind that fiercely slashed and cut towards the distance!
Bang—
Bang bang bang!!!
A row of small trees in front was directly cut in half by this violent and sharp blade of wind, almost simultaneously falling down with loud cracking sounds!
"What, what kind of power is this!"
Naruto was also greatly astonished!
This was his first time trying to practice this move!
The power was already so astonishing!
If he could fully unleash it, wouldn't it be terrifying beyond measure?!
Of course, part of this was the power of the Wind Release Vacuum Sword, and the other part was the power of the kusanagi sword... especially since Naruto's Chakra reserves were so enormous, the kusanagi sword was like it had been injected with a stimulant, devouring and absorbing too much Chakra. The power unleashed was naturally unparalleled!
Naruto looked at the kusanagi sword in his hand with ecstasy.
"It really is a treasure!"
"Great, now I can maximize the power of this move!"
Naruto didn't slack off and immediately continued practicing the Wind Release Vacuum Sword... This move was a true combination of Ninjutsu and Taijutsu.
Moreover, it was a fusion of Ninjutsu with Wind Release nature transformation and the mastery of ultimate swordsmanship.
To fully master it was certainly not an easy task.
But Naruto was already extremely proficient in Wind Release Ninjutsu.
Especially since... he had also activated the power of his entry... [Wind Release Mastery]!
This instantly made his practice and activation of Wind Release Ninjutsu twice as effective, with efficiency skyrocketing!
Wind Release Vacuum Sword!
It could unleash powerful blades of wind from a distance, cutting and slicing through all things!
It could also attach Wind Release Chakra to the blade of the sword for close-quarters combat, engaging in melee battles with unparalleled advantage!
It could even use the blade of wind and the sword body wrapped in Wind Release Chakra for defense, equally impregnable!
Naruto's practice of this move was much simpler than practicing Sealing Technique... after all, this was his comfort zone.
There were only two difficult points... one was the kusanagi sword's furious absorption of Chakra. Although the power surged, Naruto also felt the rapid depletion of Chakra, and even he found it difficult to sustain prolonged practice.
The second was that his own swordsmanship was not inherently strong.
"Hmm..."
"The rapid depletion of Chakra is fine, after all, I have a lot of Chakra, and I can recover and continue practicing after a short rest..."
"But swordsmanship itself needs to be diligently practiced as soon as possible."
Naruto's proficiency in Wind Release Vacuum Sword was improving rapidly now.
But his sword techniques were not refined.
This feeling was like holding a lightsaber, invincible, but not knowing any techniques, just swinging it around like a child.
"I wonder what the Pervy Sage is doing..."
"I need someone who can teach me swordsmanship..."
Naruto gasped for breath, his Chakra almost depleted, his body utterly exhausted.
He dragged his heavy body and walked back towards the busiest part of Tanzaku Town.
He arrived, panting, at the place where he had said goodbye to Jiraiya.
He saw that Jiraiya was still eating, drinking, and enjoying himself... What was this?
It was like one was in hell and the other in heaven!
Naruto immediately became furious.
"Pervy Sage!"
"I've been training desperately all day!"
"Why are you still playing here?!"
"Didn't we agree to find Tsunade?!"
Jiraiya laughed, "Oh, it's Naruto. I've already gathered a lot of interesting information!"
"...Only a ghost would believe that!"
"But, looking at you, why do you seem so haggard?"
"What Ninjutsu were you practicing to end up like this?"
Naruto didn't hide anything and explained everything in detail.
Jiraiya's heart stirred, "The kusanagi sword, huh?"
"Indeed, it suits you perfectly..."
"However, I'm not good at swordsmanship either..."
Naruto pouted, "As expected, the Pervy Sage is unreliable!"
Jiraiya laughed heartily, "Although I'm not good at swordsmanship, I've already promised you that I'll teach you a new Ninjutsu, and I won't break my word."
Naruto's hope was rekindled.
"What, what! What new Ninjutsu is it!"
Jiraiya shook his head, "You're tired enough today. You should get a good night's rest first. I'll officially teach it to you tomorrow!"
Although Naruto was unconvinced, Jiraiya was very firm, and he had no choice.
Back in his room, Naruto, already accustomed to training, had no intention of stopping to rest.
Since the Pervy Sage refused to teach him now, he might as well continue practicing other Ninjutsu.
He didn't dare to practice Vacuum Sword in the hotel room, or the entire hotel would be cut in half by him... So, Naruto only took out a Kunai and began practicing ordinary swordsmanship.
Without sufficient swordsmanship, the Vacuum Sword could not unleash its perfect power.
Naruto was currently a recognized genius Ninja.
However, only he himself knew that his true nature was still that Loser... The only thing he possessed was a desperate effort.
"Oh right, I forgot to buy weights like Lee's. I'll buy them tomorrow..."
"I must work harder than Lee!"
...The next day.
As soon as Naruto woke up, he rushed to Jiraiya's room, pushed the door open, and furiously shook the Pervy Sage, who was sound asleep.
"Wake up, Pervy Sage!"
"You promised to teach me a new Ninjutsu today!"
Jiraiya rolled over, "I drank too much last night, let me sleep a little longer..."
No matter how Naruto shook him, he wouldn't get up. He even poked him a few times with a Kunai, but he remained unmoved.
So... "Sexy Technique!"
Naruto instantly transformed into Naruko, and with a sweet, delicate voice, she leaned close to Jiraiya's ear and seductively said.
"Lord Jiraiya, it's time to wake up, you know..."
Upon hearing this voice, Jiraiya's ears instantly twitched vigorously.
He opened his eyes and saw "Naruko's" perfect, blood-pumping body... "Ah, ah, ah! Perfect!"
But Naruto instantly transformed back.
"As expected, this is the only way you'll open your eyes!"
"Stupid Pervy Sage!"
Jiraiya pouted, "I told you not to call me that..."
He rubbed his sleepy eyes and looked out the window.
"Isn't it just dawn?"
"Don't you sleep?"
Naruto was overjoyed, "Hurry up, teach me the new Ninjutsu!"
Jiraiya sighed helplessly, "Well, you have to let me eat breakfast first. Only after a full meal will I have the energy to train..."
Whoosh—
Naruto's figure instantly vanished and soon prepared a sumptuous breakfast.
Jiraiya smiled slightly, "This kid, he's quite clever..."
Under Naruto's eager service, Jiraiya enjoyed a delicious breakfast and stretched with a big yawn.
"Ah—"
"That feels good."
"Given your eagerness, I'll start teaching you now."
"Yay!!!"
The old man and the young boy arrived at the place where Naruto had trained yesterday.