Chapter 159.1 : Tenten's Potential!

Silence falls upon the Golden List communication channel tonight.

No, silence reigns in the ninja world today.

As they gaze upon the myriad Summoning scrolls unfurled in the live broadcast room daily, many swallow hard.

Could this cache rival the reserves of a squadron, or even a front-line brigade, in times of war?

And everyone recognizes the unique seals adorning these scrolls: some bear Explosive Tags, others, Kunai; some hammers, others, sharp swords, crutches, chain sticks, bows and arrows, and even shuriken weapons.

Among them lie precious Ninjutsu scrolls, containing sealed techniques within.

Such a quantity holds astronomical value in terms of currency.

[Rasa: Ah… Did Konoha place all its military reserves into this young girl?]

[Onoki: This almost matches the combat readiness inventory of my Iwagakure.]

[Fourth Raikage Ai: If I were to capture this girl, wouldn't it fatten the wallets of us Cloud Shinobi?]

[Darui: Fourth Hokage-sama, please refrain from stirring trouble with Rock Shinobi Village.]

[Killer Bee: Baga Yaro, Kono Yaro, big brother, love reigns supreme in the ninja world, you dig?]

[Terumi Mei: But I must admit, this abundance is staggering. My hidden weapon reserves pale in comparison.]

[Ao: Do you think the legendary portable warehouse of Konoha Village is named in jest?]

[Tsunade: Let's measure Konoha's reserves against Tenten's, considering her father is the Land of Fire 's largest arms supplier.]

[Tenten: It's nothing. My father's been crafting since I was born, selling one to keep one, and there are plenty left.]

[Shizune: Weapons stored for thirteen years? Incredible.]

[Uzumaki: Envious! (crackling sound)]

[Konan: @Tenten, does my little sister lack anything sweet? What's your take, sis?]

[Kakuzu: Need an extra brother? I wouldn't mind earning some extra cash.]

[Uchiha Ran: You lot embarrass me. It just a weapons depot, and I've got stakes in the Kyushu Chamber of Commerce and there's a lot of such depot.]

[Kakuzu: If it's mine, it's fine. In my eyes, what defines a village or a nation is meaningless. Whoever holds economic and financial sway, whoever fills his pockets, is the true boss.]

"Time for rewards!"

After hooking all the scrolls each day, the rewards come in.

A shimmering ray from the Golden List transforms into a ring, suspended before them.

"Acknowledge your master!"

Tenten delicately bit her index finger, letting a droplet of blood fall onto the ring.

Instantly, a potent connection formed between them.

"Accept."

With a heart full of blessings, Tenten slipped the ring onto her ring finger, then gestured forward.

In the next breath, the air shimmered with cascading rays of inquiry, weapons converging and transforming into a torrential flow, disappearing into the ring's depths.

Observing this spectacle, the eyes of Namikaze Minato, present at the scene, and Tobirama, distant in the Land of Iron, ignited with anticipation.

[Senju Tobirama: Little one, are you interested in becoming my disciple?]

[Namikaze Minato: It seems the Second Hokage has also taken notice?]

[Tobirama: Indeed, this young lady possesses the aptitude to master the Flying Thunder God technique.]

[Namikaze Minato: Second Hokage aims to explore all forbidden arts, and Tenten's weapon proficiency might not complement the next Hokage.]

[Senju Tobirama: So, you wish to vie for an apprentice with me?]

[Namikaze Minato: It would be remiss not to vie for such a promising talent. Let us compete honorably, Second Hokage.]

[Uchiha Ran: Would it not be wiser for Tenten to join the Second Hokage or become my disciple?]

[Namikaze Minato: Why is that?]

[Uchiha Ran: Fourth Hokage, consider the current whereabouts of Second Hokage's disciples. Without accepting exceptional disciples, it becomes a missed opportunity. Among your disciples, Obito wields Kamui, and Kakashi once created his own ninjutsu and also uses Kamui; they undoubtedly possess the potential for the Flying Thunder God technique. You've equipped them well.]

[Namikaze Minato: Indeed, Obito and Kakashi both exhibit spatial prowess. Obito, with his Sharingan, surpasses my perception; Kakashi, with his Sharingan and intuition, is a rare genius as well.]

[Tobirama: In that case, Fourth Hokage, I extend my gratitude!]

During the Land of Iron's Five Kagess assembly, Second Hokage conveyed a thankful glance to Uchiha Ran.

Uchiha Ran's words resonated truth; his past disciples comprised Konoha's F4, a blot on his record.

Conversely, Uchiha Kagami from the Uchiha clan held promise, though his restoration would require time.

In recent disputes with Uchiha Izuna, the latter taunted him regarding this.

The descendant of the Uchiha Kagami, Uchiha Shisui, also showed potential, yet after resurrection by Uchiha Ran, he and Uchiha Itachi became members of the Anbu.

Seeing Tenten now, a promising prospect, compelled him.

"Fifth Hokage, how did you discern Tenten's potential for mastering the Flying Thunder God?" Terumi Mei queried curiously.

As commonly understood, spatial aptitude isn't inherent to ninja talent.

To be gifted with spatial prowess is akin to striking gold.

Even with the most basic spatial ability, diligent study in crafting spatial scrolls could swiftly amass riches and garner favor.

Such talent typically possesses detection methods, yet exploration remains necessary.

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