Chapter 22

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It was extremely difficult for a group of people without any background to learn a B-level ninjutsu. They had to work very hard to complete missions and accumulate a lot of merits before they could redeem it.

Some powerful ninjutsu even had many invisible conditions.

If they were not in a master-disciple relationship or did not hold a certain position, they would not be taught at all!

"I am serious. This technique is open to the public."

Nara Shintaku looked at everyone and said, "Anyone who meets the learning requirements can learn it without merit."

The ANBU trembled in their hearts and had the urge to cry.

A B-level Flying Sickle Kick Technique, two A-level Blood Moving and Blood Stilling Techniques.

Three techniques that do not require merit and are openly taught.

It directly opened up their upward channel, broke their ceiling, and allowed them to reach a higher position in their lifetime.

"Thank you so much, Shintaku-kun!"

"I will always remember this kindness in my heart!"

"If you need anything in the future, just let me know!"

"I admire your broad-mindedness!"

The ANBU were so moved that their voices choked with tears, and they bowed deeply to Nara Shintaku.

They even used the term "you."

"You have a good child."

"Yes, Shikano, with this child, the Nara family can prosper for at least three generations!"

The Yamanaka and Akimichi clan leaders said to Nara Shikano enviously.

"Yes, the Nara family has benefited from this child." Nara Shikano nodded, with a hint of eagerness in his eyes.

He knew very well that with Nara Shintaku here, the Nara clan would definitely be able to rise from a first-rate ninja clan to a top-level powerful clan!

This was a status that only the Senju, Uchiha, and Hyuga clans had!

'The upper limit of the Nara clan will also be broken because of you,' Nara Shikano thought, looking deeply at Nara Shintaku.

On the other side, the Third Hokage looked at the ANBU around him and bowed to Nara Shintaku with mixed feelings.

Nara Shintaku could not threaten his position.

But seeing this scene, the Third Hokage still felt uneasy.

This is the instinct of the superior.

"Teacher..." Tsunade called softly.

"!!"

The Third Hokage suddenly came back to his senses, his eyes startled, and cold sweat broke out on his back.

"Don't forget what you promised," Tsunade said faintly.

"...I remember it." The Third Hokage gave a wry smile and sighed tiredly, "Isn't it my attitude that I didn't stop the public teaching of this technique?"

"I hope you can always maintain this attitude, teacher," Tsunade said lightly.

The Third Hokage could only smile bitterly.

He took a deep breath and swept away some jealous and dark thoughts in his heart.

Three days ago, Tsunade's threat was still vivid in his mind.

He didn't want to turn against his own disciple.

"Next, the Third Hokage has something to say to everyone," Nara Shintaku said and walked to the side.

He gave the training ground to the Third Hokage.

This was the scheduled process.

"Everyone!"

The Third Hokage walked up with a serious look on his face, looked at the ANBU, and said in a deep voice, "I'm sorry to pour some cold water on you. Although the Flying Sickle Kick Technique is open to the public, I have to add some additional conditions."

The captains of the ANBU were stunned.

The heads of the three families—Ino, Shikaku, and Chou—also showed puzzled expressions.

"The captains and vice-captains of the ANBU can now apply to learn the Flying Sickle Kick Technique. Once you pass, you will be given a month's vacation to study."

The ANBU were all surprised.

The conditions were so good?

"But!" The Third Hokage changed the subject and said, "In exchange, those who learn will have to perform at least one high-risk mission in the next war!"

War?

The ANBU looked up suddenly, and even through their masks, their eyes were wide open.

The heads of the three families—Ino, Shikaku, and Chou—changed their expressions directly.

"As captains, you have access to a lot of intelligence, and you should be able to sense that the clouds of war are coming again," the Third Hokage said solemnly. "In order to win this war, we must plan ahead and make preparations in advance..."

The Third Hokage gave a pre-war mobilization speech.

But Nara Shintaku didn't listen and left the ANBU base with Tsunade.

War was inevitable.

But it was not yet time for him to go to the battlefield.

Moreover, with the Blood Armor Technique and Flying Sickle Kick Technique he provided, Konoha should be able to show a crushing momentum, with one village suppressing the other four villages.

If they still can't win, then they should just surrender.

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Leaving the ANBU base.

Nara Shintaku stretched and prepared to go back to rest.

"Come on, let's go to the hot springs!"

Tsunade pulled him back, walked towards the Senju clan, and said with a smile, "After a hard day's work, a hot spring bath is the most comfortable."

"The hot spring in my home is of top quality!"

"Sister will take you to enjoy it!"

In Japanese culture, it seems that taking a bath is a very enjoyable activity.

Nara Shintaku had never tried it.

He thought about it and decided to give it a try, so he let Tsunade take him to the Senju clan.

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Wow!

There was a splash of water.

The white, smooth, tall, and sexy body sank into the hot spring.

"..."

Nara Shintaku remained expressionless.

"Haha, what's wrong, kid? You look so depressed." The owner of the beautiful body happily held a beer and came over to rub Nara Shintaku's head.

"Are you uncomfortable in the hot spring?"

"No, I just didn't expect it to be a shared bath."

Nara Shintaku sighed softly, closed his eyes, and concentrated on enjoying the hot spring.