Chapter 147
Naruto, without hesitation, began his arduous training as if by reflex...
Soon, Naruto's shouts echoed continuously from the secluded outskirts of Konoha Village.
"One Thread Light Formation!"
"One Thread Light Formation—"
"One Thread..."
Jiraiya couldn't help but be dumbfounded.
"Even though he made a bet with me, does Narutoreally have to push himself this hard?!"
"No amount of Chakra can withstand this kind of abuse!"
"Moreover, this isn't just a matter of Chakraquantity; every time a Sealing Technique is activated, it demands extremely high levels of Chakra control, release, maintenance, and precise manipulation.
It's a multi-faceted test of Physical Strength, mental fortitude, and Chakra..."
"An ordinary Ninja would probably reach their limit after practicing seven or eight times."
"Naruto has already activated One Thread Light Formation over a hundred times in this short period..."
"Could it be true, as he said, that even without the Nine-Tailed's power, he himself is still a Physical Monster?!"
Just as Jiraiya said, simply having a large amount of Chakra wouldn't be enough to endure this.
This kind of arduous training also involves an unimaginable consumption of Physical Strength and mental energy.
If it weren't for Naruto, who had always endured trials, suffered hardships, and been thoroughly tested, anyone else would never have been able to persevere...
"One Thread Light Formation!"
"One Thread Light Formation..."
"One... *cough cough*... One Thread Light..."
Naruto was panting, exhausted.
He hadn't expected that training this Sealing Technique would be even more tiring than Ninjutsuor taijutsu!
This was a torment for his entire being!
But for the system big brother's coercion, for Jiraiya's bet, and to make himself stronger... Narutogritted his teeth and persevered.
For this... he didn't hesitate to use Shadow Clone Technique again to assist his training.
Although this increased his exhaustion and fatigue by an unknown multiple, the speed and efficiency of his training indeed improved significantly!
Besides that, he also activated the powers of attributes like [Knowledge Absorption], [Dual-Wielding], and [Physical Monster] to further boost his efficiency.
Finally... just as the deadline given by the system big brother was approaching...
"One Thread Light Formation!"
Naruto activated it again with a fierce surge.
This time, the talismans and patterns drawn by the One Thread Light Formation were absolutely perfect, without the slightest flaw or omission!
And Naruto's Chakra control had ascended to another level, reaching a state as precise as a knife, cutting deep into wood!
Buzz—
Buzz, buzz, buzz!
This One Thread Light Formation's effect and power had been elevated to perfection!
"I... I succeeded!"
Jiraiya, who was leisurely napping, unable to find a subject for his research, was startled awake by Naruto's excited cheers.
"Hmm?"
"Naruto, you said you succeeded?"
"How long did I sleep?"
Naruto said proudly, "Less than three hours!"
Jiraiya was shocked, "You mastered One Thread Light Formation perfectly in less than three hours?"
"I don't believe it."
Naruto was prepared.
"Then let's try it, Pervy Sage!"
He immediately went in front of Jiraiya, and then...
"One Thread Light Formation!"
Instantly, a huge ink-like substance transformed into a Sealing Technique, like the most complex, intricate, and profound spell formation, instantly enveloping Jiraiya...
Buzz!!!
A massive Sealing power instantly spread out, transforming into a powerful binding and suppressing ability that made it difficult for Jiraiyato move for a moment!
Jiraiya was even more astonished!
"He actually managed to temporarily restrain my movements with the simplest One Thread Light Formation!"
One must know that Jiraiya's strength was considered the pinnacle of the current Ninja World!
And Naruto, no matter how talented, was still just a child...
If he could be temporarily restrained, then others would be even more helpless!
Jiraiya sincerely praised and admired, "Naruto, you truly are a genius!"
Naruto was overjoyed.
"Then, Pervy Sage, can you teach me a new Sealing Technique?!"
Jiraiya smiled slightly, "Of course."
"The Sealing Technique I'm going to teach you next is called..."
"Sanpō Fūin!"
"As the name suggests, before performing this Sealing Technique, you must first create two Shadow Clones.
The three bodies then stand in three directions and simultaneously activate the Sealing Technique to form a pyramid-like green Chakra barrier, which seals off all enemy movements!"
"Compared to One Thread Light Formation, its effect and power are more than ten times greater!"
"While One Thread Light Formation only temporarily deprives the enemy of movement, Sanpō Fūin can trap the enemy within the barrier.
Unless it's forcibly broken, there's no other way out."
"Moreover, this barrier can also be combined with your attacks, allowing the enemy to lose their ability to move while being at your mercy!"
Naruto listened with excitement, "Mmm mmm! Then let's start quickly, Pervy Sage!"
"Alright, I'll demonstrate it for you first."
"Shadow Clone Technique..."
"Sanpō Fūin!"
Jiraiya moved extremely fast.
After instantly creating Shadow Clones, he immediately positioned himself and the clones in three directions around Naruto and simultaneously activated the Sealing Technique.
Immediately... Buzz—
A green Chakra pyramid barrier suddenly completely sealed Naruto within it!
"Ah! What is this!"
Naruto instinctively tried to escape, but as soon as he touched the barrier, it was as if he had hit a stone.
He couldn't break through it at all and only caused himself pain.
"So... so powerful!"
Jiraiya smiled and released the seal.
"Now, I'll teach you the Sealing Technique, and you can try it too..."
"Okay!"
The Sanpō Fūin was indeed ten times more powerful than the One Thread Light Formation.
However, the difficulty was probably dozens of times higher!
If it weren't for the foundation of One Thread Light Formation, Naruto would probably have found it impossible to master.
Moreover, because it involved the use of Shadow Clones, this Ninjutsu was not something a Genin, Chunin, or even a Jonin would necessarily be qualified to use.
But Naruto was different.
Shadow Clones were as common as eating and drinking to him!
This was also one of the reasons Jiraiya chose this Sealing Technique to teach him.
"Naruto, the difficulty of this Sanpō Fūin is not comparable to One Thread Light Formation."
"It would be quite impressive if you could master it completely within ten days!"
Naruto immediately said, "Then let's make a bet! I can master it within five days!"
"[Please the host to master it perfectly within two days! Otherwise...]"
Naruto: "..."
If you want to talk about ruthlessness, you, system big brother, are the most ruthless!
Jiraiya, for once serious, said, "Naruto, don't underestimate Sealing Technique.
This is a power that many Ninja, and even many Ninja Villages, dream of, and most of them seek it in vain..."
"Not to mention, the Sanpō Fūin can already form a barrier, which is considered mid-to-high-end among Sealing Techniques."
Naruto scratched his head and asked, "Is there a difference between Sealing Technique and Barrier Ninjutsu?"
Jiraiya said, "The two are closely related, but not entirely the same."
"Sealing Technique can generally be activated at any time."
"A barrier, generally speaking, is a pre-arranged trap, mechanism, or defensive fortification with a certain range."
"Once a barrier is formed, it can exert power far beyond the Ninja's own strength."
"For example, if three or four Chunin fight a Jonin, they basically have no chance of winning, but if three or four Chunin can activate a barrier, even an ordinary Jonin cannot break through it."
"Of course, the disadvantage of a barrier is that it usually needs to be set up in advance, or requires a certain number of people, making the conditions relatively stricter."
"A barrier like the Sanpō Fūin, which can be activated and formed at any time, and only requires Shadow Clones to do so, is already a very rare Ninjutsu, and it's also a Ninjutsu quite suitable for you, Naruto."
Naruto immediately said, "I understand, Pervy Sage!"
"Within two days, I will definitely master the Sanpō Fūin perfectly!"
Jiraiya: "...How did it become two days again?!"
"Hehe, that's called strict self-discipline!"
Naruto faced Jiraiya with full confidence, but then turned around with a tear-streaked, mournful face...
"Do you think I want to..."
"It's all because system big brother is forcing me!"
Jiraiya, however, smiled and said, "Naruto, while mastering the Sanpō Fūin in two days is a fantasy, however..."
"If it's you, I believe you can do it."
Naruto was instantly struck as if by lightning, and a warm current surged through him.
"Pervy Sage..."
"Wh-why?"
Jiraiya scratched his head and smiled, "Hmm? Because you are, after all, the disciple I chose..."
"And you are indeed a genius, not just in talent, but also in your persistent will, perseverance, and effort!"
"Exceptional talent combined with desperate effort, you're just like me!"
"Hahahaha!"
Although he ended up praising himself, Narutowas still deeply moved.
Because... he once again felt recognized.
And it came from the legendary Sannin, a powerful existence on par with Orochimaru!