Naruto: Five Lives, Five Times the Excitement

Chapter 28 Minato Namikaze's Teachings

Mikami learned both Shadow Clone Technique and Fireball Technique from Kyosuke, who in turn learned them from Minato Namikaze through persistent pestering.

In the past few days, in order to help Misaki safely pass the combat training, Kyosuke and the other three have really done their best. Not only do they strengthen their training every day, practicing ninjutsu such as Shadow Clone Technique and Great Fireball Technique, but they also hold meetings at night to analyze the situation and formulate plans.

This cave was the site of their elaborate plan to wipe out their entire family, intended as a backup plan for Mi Shou.

Since it's a plan to wipe out the entire family, of course there's no way to save them.

Mi Shou released the Great Fireball, feeling a huge depletion of chakra within him. He was breathing rapidly and extremely exhausted, but he still forced himself to continue forming hand seals.

Earth Release: Rock Collapse Technique!

The Rock Collapse Technique originated from Yokura, the master of Chisuke Tasaka. After it was used, the mountain at the cave exit began to collapse, with rocks of all sizes falling continuously, forming a thick barrier that completely blocked the way out.

"Do not!!!"

Kaguya Tadahiro and the others risked their lives to rush out of the flames. Their clothes were set on fire and their skin was burned, but compared to the rocky barrier in front of them, no one cared about their injuries.

They had completely lost their way to survive.

After doing all this, Mi Shou was extremely weak. He slowly sat down against the mountain wall, breathing heavily, with only his right hand still tightly gripping the short sword.

After resting for a while, Mimori regained some strength and stood up to check on the Takano brothers.

Actually, for safety reasons, Mi Shou should leave immediately and find a secluded place to recuperate.

After all, this battle involves a large number of people and is quite a commotion, which might attract other people.

However, although Mi Shou is not a good person, he still has his bottom line.

If you agree to something, then don't agree at all; if you agree, never go back on your word.

If the Takano brothers are dead, there's nothing to say. But if they are lucky enough to survive, then Mikami should still be saved.

When they arrived at the spot where the Takano brothers had fallen, Mimori checked on them and found that Takano Hiroshi was dead, while Takano Ishi was luckier; although he had suffered a serious abdominal injury, he was still alive.

Mimori carried Takano Ishi away quickly to a pre-prepared hiding place to treat his injuries and recover his strength.

The following day, Mikami stayed in his hiding place and did not attack. Takano Ishi also woke up. After training ended, the two arrived at the beach.

Five days ago, there were more than 200 students here, but now there are only 80 or 90 people on the beach, and most of them are injured. Everyone's eyes are fierce, like wild beasts that want to devour people.

"I can't believe you survived. Kaguya Tadahira and the others are truly useless!"

While Mimori was waiting for the ship to appear, Zabuza, Rinko, Hozuki Naoto and others also appeared. Rinko even made a provocative remark, which only earned Mimori a nonchalant glance.

The current Yamori, having committed numerous killings, exudes a murderous aura. His glance is as if he is looking at a dead man. Hozuki Naoto is secretly alarmed by this and unconsciously pulls Rinko back a few steps, trying to ease the atmosphere.

"Hehehe, we've all passed the training, so we should have a good meal when we get back. How about I treat everyone to dinner?"

These past few days, the most active people on the island have been Yamori, Zabuza, Rinko, and Hozuki Naoto. Hozuki Naoto's suggestion was also to bring the group closer together and build connections.

As a member of a large family, Naoto Hozuki learned the importance of connections from a young age.

Don't underestimate these kids now; in a few years, they might become the backbone of the village.

Faced with this suggestion, Zabuza glanced at the others, especially at Yamori, and then silently left.

Rinko snorted and said in a lecturing tone, "Naoto, you idiot, don't you even consider our relationship? They'll never agree to this."

As soon as Rinko finished speaking, Mimori said, "Okay, I want to eat meat. Prepare more money."

Upon hearing Mikami's words, Rinko nearly choked on her own tongue, glaring fiercely at him: "You're doing this on purpose, aren't you? You're just going to oppose me."

Why not eat meat when there's meat to eat? Prices in Kirigakure are even higher than in Konoha, and Mikami wants to eat meat every day.

Mimori ignored Rinko and turned to look at the sea, where ships had already appeared. This attitude reignited Rinko's anger.

Hozuki Naoto was a little surprised that Yamori readily agreed, but he still said, "Don't worry, we'll go to a yakiniku restaurant, you can eat whatever you want."

As they spoke, the boat docked, and the tall figure of the Watermelon Pufferfish Demon appeared at the bow. Looking at the students' transformation, he nodded in satisfaction and led them back to the village.

On the ship, Suigetsu Hozuki listened to his subordinates' reports, learned about the situation on the island, and noted down several outstanding individuals, including Mikami.

At this moment in Konoha Village, Minato Namikaze was instructing Kyosuke and his companions in their training.

"Kyosuke, you have great talent and learn ninjutsu very quickly, but you are too eager to succeed. You just learned Shadow Clone Jutsu and haven't even mastered how to use it properly, yet you're already learning Fireball Jutsu. Now you want to learn new ninjutsu, which will bring many hidden dangers."

Minato Namikaze originally had a lot to say, but seeing Kyosuke's humble demeanor and obedient student appearance, his tone unconsciously softened.

"You need to understand that ninjutsu is just a means to an end. After learning a ninjutsu, you must thoroughly understand its principles and formulate appropriate tactics to unleash its full power. Right now, you're greedy for quantity. Even if you learn many ninjutsu, how many can you actually use in battle?"

Kyosuke understood Minato Namikaze's meaning: in anime, many powerful characters only use a few ninjutsu in battle.

For example, the protagonist Naruto's main attack method is to create Rasengan. He creates all kinds of Rasengan and still manages to defeat all kinds of enemies.

It's not that they don't know other ninjutsu, it's just that there are only 24 hours in a day, so it's impossible for them to study all ninjutsu in depth. To use data from a game, it's impossible to raise the proficiency of every ninjutsu to the highest level, so they can only practice the ninjutsu that is most suitable for them.

Feeling Minato's concern, Kyosuke sincerely admitted his mistake.

"I understand, teacher. Because I was born a commoner, I longed to master more and more powerful ninjutsu. Now that I think about it, I was indeed too impatient. From now on, I will solidify my foundation and live up to your expectations. I will definitely become a powerful ninja like you in the future."

Look how well Kyosuke speaks! He not only reflects on his own mistakes but also flatters Minato Namikaze. And these are Kyosuke's true feelings, without any trace of acting.

Of course, Kyosuke's true desire is to become a strongman like Minato Namikaze.

Minato Namikaze looked at Kyosuke's handsome appearance and liked him more and more. He was talented, good-looking, virtuous, and had a pleasant voice. Any normal person would like a student like this.

Having pulled Kyosuke back from the wrong path, Minato Namikaze felt a great sense of accomplishment as a teacher and said with a smile, "Don't be so serious. It's normal for kids to want to learn powerful ninjutsu. I used to be like that too. I'm just reminding you not to get too obsessed."

When the instruction ended and the group was about to part ways, Minato Namikaze hesitated for a moment, a rare shy expression appearing on his face, and said something.

"Ha, well, I'd like to ask you for a favor."