The lecture was interrupted, but Mokgetsu showed no displeasure, smiling as he answered Ike Masaya's question, "Ninjutsu is a reward for those who perform excellently in the class."
Although the intense stare made his scalp tingle, since he had already asked, Ike Masaya plucked up the courage to continue, "What attributes do the ninjutsu have? If I can't learn those ninjutsu, then they're useless to me."
Ninjutsu is, after all, a kind of resource that can be sold if one can't learn it. However, Ike Masaya felt that selling such acquired ninjutsu might offend people unless he had permission.
"You can rest easy and listen to the lecture. I have some knowledge of each attribute of ninjutsu," Mokgetsu answered with a slight smile.
For this plan, Mokgetsu specifically developed a lot of C-level and B-level ninjutsu.
However, it would be more accurate to call this imitation, as these ninjutsu didn't have any unique traits of their own.
Ike Masaya instinctively felt that Mokgetsu was exaggerating, as no one could master all the attributes of ninjutsu; even those powerful Jonin from the Five Great Countries typically mastered only two.
"So how does one qualify as performing excellently?" Ike Masaya didn't immediately refute but instead asked one last question.
He didn't believe Mokgetsu knew so many ninjutsu but felt Mokgetsu must have something, or he wouldn't be able to attract so many ninjas.
Ike Masaya decided to give it a try. If he could get water attribute ninjutsu, it would be worth it; if not, he would leave.
"After listening to the lecture, write down your thoughts and I'll select the excellent reflections." After answering, Mokgetsu resumed the lecture, narrating the history of the Six Paths Sage's pursuit of peace.
Ike Masaya and Kuroda listened earnestly to the content delivered by Mokgetsu for the sake of ninjutsu.
Mokgetsu didn't mind bringing about some positive changes for the residents of the Land of Rain while making a profit for himself.
But transformation requires a foundation, which the current Land of Rain lacks. Directly transplanting knowledge from a previous life would be mere idealism, without significant meaning.
So Mokgetsu chose to narrate the peace history already existing in the Ninja World, prompting them to reflect upon existing history.
This was content Mokgetsu decided on after analyzing the intelligence on the Land of Rain. A country long plagued by war yearns more for peace and stability than ordinary countries.
After the lecture ended, Ike Masaya wanted to discuss writing reflections with Kuroda, but he found many attendees gathering together.
Ike Masaya immediately pulled Kuroda over, and when they couldn't get through, he asked someone nearby for information.
Because Ike Masaya had interrupted the lecture, the person initially didn't want to answer, but couldn't resist Ike Masaya's persistent questioning and eventually told him.
"His name is Minami Ame. At that time, Sosuke had just started his lecture, and no one believed he would give out ninjutsu, but Minami Ame listened and submitted his reflections, and then received a Fire Release Ninjutsu."
"He is also the only ninja who learned three ninjutsu from Sosuke."
"To think it's so easy to acquire three ninjutsu!" Kuroda was both shocked and envious.
How long would one have to work to afford three ninjutsu?
"No wonder so many people are asking; it turns out he has been recognized as excellent three times." Ike Masaya showed an expression of sudden realization.
Ike Masaya noticed a detail: the word used was 'learned,' not 'acquired,' which meant that the person was even taught until he mastered it.
Ike Masaya felt this was a rare opportunity. He patiently squeezed in and listened to their discussion, then stayed up late to write an enthusiastic reflection praising the Six Paths Sage.
Unfortunately, the next day's selection for outstanding reflections didn't include him, but Ike Masaya wasn't too upset because no one was chosen as outstanding that day.
This indicated it wasn't just his problem; everyone was unsuccessful.
"Although I talked about history, you should pay more attention to the current state of the Land of Rain," Mokgetsu advised.
He didn't have much time, so he couldn't slowly educate.
He assigned his disciples a two-month cultivation plan, then left a Shadow Clone to use the Flying Thunder God to depart from Konoha. Those two months were the timeframe Mokgetsu set for himself.
Originally, Mokgetsu's available time would have been shorter. After all, a Shadow Clone couldn't extract its own Chakra, thus having limited existence time, but his Yang Seal had made a minor breakthrough. After splitting the Shadow Clone, the main body could transfer Chakra into the clone's Yang Seal, prolonging the Shadow Clone's maintenance.
Though it was of no use in battle, it was indeed quite helpful for Mokgetsu, who was busy.
Mokgetsu actually had quicker ways to gain fame, but the citizens of the Land of Rain would suffer hardships.
If Mokgetsu set no conditions and indiscriminately taught ninjutsu in the Land of Rain, with Mokgetsu's abilities, he would quickly become famous.
But the errant actions of those wandering ninjas with improved strength would be beyond Mokgetsu's control.
Thus, Mokgetsu set thresholds; the first was reflecting on the lecture, which filtered out some with impure intentions.
However, some were very adept at disguising themselves, hence Mokgetsu had a second threshold.
The Mind Body Transfer Jutsu could transmit thoughts into others' minds, and Mokgetsu used this method to teach ninjutsu while glimpsing into the learner's memory.
Those with minor offenses were given attempts to reform; if unyielding, their memories were sealed and dismissed. Major offenders were sent off to reincarnation, whereas Mokgetsu immediately taught ninjutsu to those without issues.
With Mokgetsu's hint, the situation improved significantly on the third day.
A reflection on the causes of war in the Land of Rain was selected by Mokgetsu as an outstanding work, subsequently imparting ninjutsu after verification.
Witnessing someone being rewarded with ninjutsu and successfully learning it first-hand, Kuroda and Ike Masaya were further motivated.
But on the fourth day, Mokgetsu halted the lectures.
"Sosuke-sama, how many days will you rest?" Ike Masaya asked respectfully.
He thought Mokgetsu might not want to teach and so was going to rest.
Ike Masaya could understand this, as before having power, he had to work hard for money and strength. But after gaining power, relaxing was a choice.
"I will resume the lectures when a hundred ninjas gather here," Mokgetsu stated his condition.
He wanted these attending ninjas to go out and recruit newcomers to accelerate the spread of his fame.
"Is Sosuke-sama someone who cares a lot about reputation?" Ike Masaya pondered Mokgetsu's personality.
The initial attendees were not surprised, packing up to leave and prepare to spread Mokgetsu's reputation further; this wasn't Mokgetsu's first promotional request.
This was Mokgetsu's remedial method for setting a threshold, which could accelerate the spread of his popularity to some extent.
Though recruiting newcomers came with no reward, some had already been writing reflections for over ten days and certainly wouldn't give up the chance to learn ninjutsu.
However, not everyone was like this; some chose to give up, albeit a smaller portion.
Dozens of ninjas working hard on promotion had a notable effect, as everyone had their social circles, and mutual spread could even reach the Rain Village.
To draw in more people, Ike Masaya spared no effort in hyping up Mokgetsu.
He portrayed Mokgetsu as a hidden master comparable to Half-God Hanzo, mastering all Chakra Nature Changes, able to use hundreds of ninjutsu, and very willing to impart his skills, even bestowing Mokgetsu the title of a Ninja Master.
If it were just Ike Masaya boasting alone, not much could be achieved. But with dozens of ninjas promoting Mokgetsu alongside him, the credibility increased, and the title of Ninja Master Sosuke spread throughout the Land of Rain.
Yahiko, wanting to recruit Mokgetsu, immediately led his men towards Xiaozhen Village upon hearing of Mokgetsu's fame.
He had no doubts about the rumors, as Mokgetsu was acknowledged as a strong figure by Nagato.
The Akatsuki were no longer just an obscure group, and their actions further spread the rumors of the Ninja Master.
Half-God Hanzo became aware of this so-called Ninja Master rumor and dispatched Rain Ninjas to Xiaozhen Village to check the situation.
With such a powerful figure suddenly appearing in the Land of Rain, he certainly needed to clarify the circumstances.
A large number of wandering ninjas set off for Xiaozhen Village, hoping to try their luck at learning ninjutsu.
The promotional effect this time was beyond everyone's expectations.
"It seems a bit over the top." Seeing everyone discussing "Ninja Master Sosuke," Ike Masaya felt a bit guilty.
Before seeing the effects of the promotion, Ike Masaya never imagined anyone would believe his exaggerated words; the Land of Rain was too small for such a powerful figure as Hanzo to not have become famous long ago.