Chapter 35: Swordsmanship Expert!

Chapter 35: Chapter 35: Swordsmanship Expert!

The three-day vacation flew by in the blink of an eye.

April 19th, Konoha Year 39.

Shūichi Hoshita and Uchiha Shisui met up at their usual spot. After waiting for a moment, Minato Namikaze appeared.

"Shūichi!" Minato called out as he handed over a scroll.

"Minato-sensei, this is..." Shūichi reached out and took the scroll.

Minato smiled and said, "This is a special request I made to the Third Hokage, Konoha's Swordsmanship style."

"I've noticed that you've become proficient in using short swords, so I thought this would be perfect for you."

Shūichi was immediately overjoyed and quickly bowed. "Thank you, Minato-sensei."

Minato laughed and said, "I haven't trained in swordsmanship specifically, so I can't guide you in the details of your practice. However, the Uchiha clan's swordsmanship is also quite formidable within Konoha's style, so Shisui will be an excellent sparring partner for you."

Uchiha Shisui smiled right away, "If you need any help, Shūichi, just let me know."

Shūichi thanked them both repeatedly. He certainly wouldn't be shy about asking for help.

After giving away the scroll, Minato announced, "This mission will take us to the Daimyō's residence. It should take about seven days, so make your preparations and meet at the village gate in half an hour."

"Understood!"

The three of them immediately dispersed.

Returning home, Shūichi began packing his things while also checking the tags in his mind's Tag Tree.

On the tag tree, the Swordsmanship Expert tag had appeared.

Despite becoming proficient with the short sword earlier, it hadn't triggered—until now.

Tag: Swordsmanship Expert

Condition to Obtain: Master the Konoha Swordsmanship style assigned by Minato Namikaze and win a swordsmanship duel against Kakashi Hatake.

Effect: Swordsmanship talent increased by 100%, and the designated weapon's quality improved by 100%.

Looking at the unlock conditions, Shūichi couldn't help but laugh wryly.

Kakashi again!

"Fortunately, though it's a swordsmanship duel, it won't be purely about swordsmanship."

Shūichi knew that if it were purely about swordsmanship, he wouldn't have much confidence in beating Kakashi.

After all, Kakashi had been trained by Sakumo Hatake and possessed extraordinary natural talent.

As for why it was called "swordsmanship" when it involved a sword, in the ninja world, the term "sword" encompasses swords and is often referred to as "true sword." Therefore, whether it's a knife or a sword, it's generally referred to as swordsmanship.

The Konoha Swordsmanship style is quite comprehensive and serves as an umbrella term for various techniques. For instance, the Uchiha clan's swordsmanship, the Hatake style, and even the Flying Thunder God Slash of the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, are all included.

Additionally, techniques like the Dance of the Crescent Moon, Moon Shadow, and Leaf-Style Willow are all highly representative.

The Daimyō wants to form ninja directly under his command. Is this the beginning of the Twelve Guardian Ninja?

This made Shūichi think of Sarutobi Asuma.

Then he remembered Sarutobi Shinnosuke.

Compared to his older brother, Sarutobi Asuma indeed seemed quite rebellious.

Back in the Ninja Academy, when Hiruzen Sarutobi came to lecture on the Will of Fire, this guy challenged him several times.

But at only five or six years old, that was understandable.

Wasn't Kakashi also a bit arrogant?

"Maybe I'm the odd one out," Shūichi thought with an inward smile.

...

By noon, the four of them had arrived at the Daimyō's residence in the largest and most bustling city in the Land of Fire.

The weather was clear, and the streets were lively, offering a feast for the eyes.

Minato Namikaze wasn't in a hurry to meet the Daimyō and took the time to stroll around with Shūichi and the others, even buying various snacks.

At 2 PM, the four of them entered the Daimyō's mansion and were introduced to the Daimyō of the Land of Fire.

Upon seeing the four of them, the Daimyō appeared slightly displeased. "Did the Hokage only send you?"

A young man who looked no older than twenty, along with three children. Was the Hokage underestimating him? Brushing him off?

At this moment, all four of them were kneeling on one knee. Upon hearing this, Minato Namikaze slightly raised his head and said, "Rest assured, Lord Daimyo. Shisui and the others are exceptionally skilled Genin, who have previously defeated enemies in the Land of Rain that far outnumbered them."

"As for me, I am a Jonin of Konoha and am willing to undergo any test Daimyo-sama deems fit. I assure you, we will not disappoint."

The Daimyō of the Land of Fire remained noncommittal, responding coolly, "Very well then, let's put that to the test."

With that, he covered his mouth with his fan and whispered some instructions to a nearby attendant.

(End of Chapter)

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