Chapter 142
In an instant, violent gusts of Wind howled once more, rushing towards Jiraiya!
Jiraiya couldn't help but frown.
"That's a truly dazzling Ninjutsu..."
"It even feels like sparring with Sarutobi-sensei back in the day..."
He suddenly used the Wild Lions Mane Technique, not only deflecting the Wind Release: Gale Palmbut also hardening his white hair and fiercely binding Naruto!
But just as he successfully bound him, Naruto's figure suddenly transformed into a gust of Wind, his afterimage vanishing, his true body having already escaped, retreating more than ten meters away!
"Hmm? What kind of Ninjutsu is this?!"
Naruto grinned, panting heavily.
"This is my self-created Wind Body Flicker Technique!"
"How about it, pretty amazing, right?!"
Jiraiya also nodded sincerely.
"It certainly is amazing..."
Naruto had reached his limit at this point, and just as he was about to charge forward, Jiraiya stopped him.
"Alright, that's enough for now."
"Why? We haven't decided a winner yet!"
Jiraiya laughed heartily: "If you want to defeat me, you'll need to train for another ten years!"
"However, Naruto, you're already quite impressive, stronger than I imagined."
"At your age, I probably couldn't compare to you."
In reality, Jiraiya was just flattering himself.
When he was Naruto's age, he was basically good for nothing... But since Naruto didn't know, he could only let him boast.
Although Naruto wasn't entirely clear on it, hearing one of the legendary Sannin, a man as famous as that monster Orochimaru, praise him so highly, his pride swelled immeasurably.
"Right, right?!"
"I really am a genius, aren't I?!"
Jiraiya nodded sincerely.
"However, without relying on the Cursed Seal, and not wanting to rely on the Nine-Tailed Demon Fox's power, your ultimate goal is something even I can't fully discern..."
"Have you thought about it?"
Kakashi-sensei had asked this question before.
Naruto immediately brought up the concept of the Wind Release Chakra Mode.
Jiraiya's heart stirred.
"Wind Release Chakra Mode, huh?"
"That's certainly a good idea!"
"You really have a knack for this, don't you!"
"If you can truly create it, whether you become Hokage or not, you'll at least have the power to contend with Kage-level experts!"
Naruto was overjoyed: "Really?!"
"Of course!"
"However, there are no shortcuts to completing the Wind Release Chakra Mode; the difficulty is probably no less than becoming Hokage."
"Unless..."
Naruto eagerly asked: "Unless what?!"
Jiraiya laughed heartily: "Unless you have a true master to guide you carefully!"
Naruto couldn't help but pout: "You're not going to say you're that kind of master yourself, are you?!"
"Precisely!"
Seeing Naruto's attitude, Jiraiya also became displeased.
"Why do you look so wronged?"
"Even if you begged me to teach you, I wouldn't."
Jiraiya crossed his arms, then regretfully glanced at the empty river, sighed, and prepared to leave without looking back.
Naruto suddenly reacted and quickly hugged Jiraiya's leg.
"No, please, I beg you to guide my training..."
"Please, Pervy Sage!"
Jiraiya angrily said: "Don't call me Pervy Sage!"
"Okay, Pervy Sage!"
"..."
Seeing that Jiraiya was determined not to help him, Naruto simply went all out and activated his strongest Ninjutsu... "Sexy Technique!"
In an instant... Naruko made a dazzling appearance.
Jiraiya was immediately stunned, his eyes shining... "This, this is amazing!"
"Perfect!"
"It's no problem for me to teach you, but you have to maintain this form..."
Naruto instantly transformed back, angrily saying: "You really are a super pervert, Pervy Sage!"
Jiraiya immediately lost interest.
"Alright, alright, I can help you, but it depends on your performance."
"Really? That's great!"
Jiraiya said: "Don't get too excited yet. Tell me, what are you training for?"
Naruto explained Kakashi's plan, which involved various strategies to deal with the opponents in the decisive battle.
First, dealing with Genjutsu.
Jiraiya smiled: "Kakashi, that guy, his mind is still as sharp as ever..."
"He's truly Minato's disciple."
"What he said are indeed the best methods to counter Genjutsu."
"Since it's only one-on-one, without comrades nearby, besides disrupting your own Chakra and using pain to stay conscious, it's crucial to realize you're under Genjutsu in time, regain control of your Chakra, and release the Genjutsu with the appropriate hand seals."
"How are you doing with that now?"
Naruto rubbed his chin: "Hmm... it's hard to say, because no one is casting Genjutsu on me!"
"Hey? Pervy Sage, would you mind using Genjutsu on me?!"
Jiraiya: "...I'm not good at Genjutsu at all!"
"Tch, and they call you one of the legendary Sannin, you can't even use Genjutsu?"
Jiraiya was furious: "Ninja all have their strengths and weaknesses; no matter how strong I am, I can't be good at everything!"
"I'm not Sarutobi-sensei!"
"Sarutobi-sensei? Are you referring to Lord Third Hokage?"
"Yes, he's known as the Professor of Ninjutsu, mastering thousands of Ninjutsu, almost proficient in all of Konoha Village's Ninjutsu, secret techniques, and even forbidden techniques!"
Naruto was overjoyed: "Then why don't we ask Hokage-sama to train with me!"
Jiraiya rolled his eyes at him: "You're dreaming!"
"Sarutobi-sensei is busy with countless duties; where would he find the time to train a little brat like you?"
Naruto said: "Then, who else can use Genjutsu?"
Jiraiya said: "Truly powerful Genjutsu-type Ninjaare few and far between, but Ninja who specialize in a certain Genjutsu are not uncommon."
"For example, your teacher Kakashi can also use Genjutsu."
"Kakashi-sensei? Too bad he's training with Sasuke."
Jiraiya said: "Then there's nothing for it, let's just grab someone."
He led Naruto towards the Village.
Right at the Village gate, they met Kotetsu Haganeand Izumo Kamizuki, who were guarding it.
Jiraiya then said: "Do either of you two know Genjutsu?"
The two were startled when they saw the man in front of them.
"You, are you..."
"Lord Jiraiya, one of the legendary Sannin?!"
Jiraiya smiled slightly: "Indeed."
Kotetsu Hagane and Izumo Kamizuki's foreheads broke out in cold sweat.
"We heard you've been traveling the world outside the Village; when did you return?"
"This is wonderful news! We'll inform Hokage-sama right away!"
Naruto frowned: "Is this Pervy Sage really that famous?"
Izumo Kamizuki said: "Of course, this is one of the Sannin, renowned throughout the Ninja World..."
"And, at this critical juncture, Lord Jiraiya's presence is most needed..."
"You don't know yet, do you, about the man who shares your fame..."
Jiraiya said: "Orochimaru, right? I already know."
The two exchanged glances: "That's great! With you in Konoha Village, we can rest assured..."
Jiraiya shook his head: "I didn't come here to talk about that."
"I promised Naruto I'd train him, but I'm not good at Genjutsu. Do you know any Genjutsu-type Ninja?"
Kotetsu Hagane said: "If it's basic Genjutsu, I can use it..."
Jiraiya smiled: "Good, then you're the one!"
"Come with us!"
"Go now?"
"Of course!"
Kotetsu Hagane could only say: "Then, Izumo, I'll leave this to you."
"Don't worry."
He followed Jiraiya with an excited expression.
Naruto pouted, still finding it hard to believe that this perverted, lecherous Sage was so respected and renowned... Jiraiya led the two to another secluded spot.
"Alright, your name is Kotetsu Hagane, right?"
"Use Genjutsu on Naruto, and Naruto, try to release it using the Genjutsu Release I taught you."
"Yes, Lord Jiraiya!"
"Okay, Pervy Sage!"