Chapter 99:

Chapter 99:

Unable to hold back, Ebisu confronted Kotetsu and Izumo.

"Brother Ebisu!" Kotetsu and Izumo greeted Ebisu enthusiastically, their respectful demeanor contrasting with Ebisu's suppressed anger.

Ebisu couldn't help but ask, "Are you two spreading rumors about me?"This chapter is updated by nov(e)(l)biin.com

Kotetsu shook his head and said, "How is that possible, Ebisu? You've been kind to us. How could we do anything to harm your reputation?"

Izumo added, "Indeed, Brother Ebisu, have you heard rumors from others?"

Ebisu's frustration showed on his face as he continued, "Now, people from the three groups are saying that I led in developing this new enemy-conceiving technique. What's happening?"

"We never said this," the two young men replied, shaking their heads.

They explained that they had merely emphasized Ebisu's significant contribution to the technique, but they hadn't spread any false information.

Kotetsu then motioned Ebisu to come closer and took out a book. "Izumo and I have perfected the technique, and this novel has been instrumental in our success. We believe you could benefit from it too."

Ebisu glanced at the book skeptically, quickly scanning its contents. Afterward, he discreetly closed the book and looked around.

"Ahem, this book is indeed quite enlightening. Allow me to hold onto it temporarily," Ebisu decided to let go of his anger, at least for the moment. "By the way, join me during the lunch break, and I'll evaluate your progress in ninjutsu training."

...

As Obito entered the training ground, he couldn't wait to find Nohara Rin.

"Rin, would you like to train with Teacher Makoto?"

Nohara Rin looked at Obito with a puzzled expression. "Huh? I thought we were already training with Teacher Makoto now."

Obito scratched his head. "I mean, do you want to receive personal teachings from Teacher Makoto after regular class hours?"

The rewards were quite substantial.

After class, Makoto returned to the main city for dinner and then proceeded to the southern forest to training his disciples. However, the group had expanded, now including Nohara Rin.

Upon her arrival, Nohara Rin was surprised to find Shisui and Might Gai engaged in battle.

She hadn't expected Shisui to be another one of Makoto's disciples, deepening her curiosity about their mysterious teacher.

As Makoto approached, all four disciples greeted him with a polite, "Teacher Makoto."

"Good evening, everyone," Makoto replied with a gentle smile.

Privately, Nohara Rin mused about Makoto's versatility as both a teacher and trainer in various settings.

Even though she and Makoto hadn't communicated face to face, they had already established a connection through Obito, making her transition into a disciple seamless.

"Your chakra control is truly remarkable. Would you consider learning medical ninjutsu?" Makoto inquired. He recalled Nohara Rin's notable talent in medical ninjutsu and her mastery of the Mystical Palm at the tender age of twelve.

"Medical Ninjutsu..." Nohara Rin contemplated for a moment, her eyes gradually lighting up as she nodded in agreement. The idea appealed to her, as the world of medical ninja held remarkable figures like Tsunade, one of her idols.

"Let's start with the basics of healing techniques," Makoto suggested once Nohara Rin expressed her interest. Nohara Rin was introduced to foundational healing and hemostasis techniques.

Makoto opted for a theoretical introduction before practical training.

After the disciples left, Makoto continued to practice breathing techniques alone in the southern forest. Despite passively exercising during sleep in a state of normalcy, additional practice yielded superior results.

Makoto maintained a clear understanding of the strengths and drawbacks of the two breathing techniques, primarily employing Stone Breathing for physical training and Flame Breathing for combat and fire release jutsus.

He was devising a breathing method training program for his disciples and planned to have them practice collectively, with the exception of Nohara Rin.

For her foundation is a bit weak. At least, right now.