Chapter 10: Displaying Talent

Natsuwari paused for a moment. Even Iruka, in the early stages, didn't know how to face Naruto. From the beginning, Iruka called him Natsuwari instead of Kamikawa, while Naruto was called Uzumaki.

But it made sense. After all, Iruka's parents died at the hands of the Nine-Tailed Fox. Thinking of this, Natsuwari looked at Iruka and said seriously, "I think Naruto is a good person."

'Naruto? It seems that Natsuwari and his relationship are really good.' Iruka couldn't help but think after hearing this name.

"Really? That's good." Iruka didn't know what else to say and wanted to just move on.

"Iruka-sensei, I met Naruto before school. Please don't make any noise and just watch for a while." Natsuwari said seriously. After finishing, he formed a hand seal, and the next moment, the familiar figure that Iruka didn't know how to face appeared in front of him.

Iruka's eyes widened as he looked at Natsuwari, who had completed the Transformation Jutsu. How long had it been? Had he already learned the Transformation Jutsu? And it seemed he was already quite proficient. Iruka couldn't even distinguish the transformed Naruto. Although shocked, remembering Natsuwari's previous words, he didn't make a sound.

Soon, new customers came to Ichiraku Ramen, but after seeing 'Naruto Uzumaki,' they couldn't help but show disgusted expressions. Some even cursed in a low voice before leaving directly.

Iruka watched this scene from the side, feeling somewhat depressed. Perhaps he had figured something out in his heart.

At this time, Natsuwari also released the Transformation Jutsu and looked at Iruka, saying, "Naruto has always been treated like this, so it's really amazing that he can still be the way he is now. If it were me, I definitely wouldn't be like Naruto."

Iruka remained silent for a long time before finally saying, "You're right. Naruto is indeed not having an easy time."

"Yes, I don't think Naruto has done anything wrong, and he doesn't have the conditions to do anything wrong. The reason the villagers hate him should be because of his 'elders.' But as far as I know, Naruto no longer has any relatives. It's too much to forcibly blame the mistakes of his 'elders' on him." Natsuwari said.

Iruka nodded, not explaining that the "elders" Natsuwari mentioned didn't exist. The villagers hated the monster. But Natsuwari was right. He actually understood this from the beginning, but he just couldn't get past the hurdle in his own heart. But after seeing Naruto's treatment just now, he felt that if he, as Naruto's teacher, continued like this, he wouldn't be qualified to be a teacher anymore!

Having figured it out, Iruka breathed a sigh of relief, feeling relaxed. Then he finally looked at Natsuwari with a smile and said, "Let's not talk about that. Natsuwari, you learned the Transformation Jutsu so quickly and use it so skillfully. If I didn't know you just got the Three Body Techniques, I would have thought you had been learning it for a long time."

"Well, the Three Body Techniques are very basic and simple." Natsuwari replied and quickly formed hand seals.

'This hand seal speed?' Iruka's eyes narrowed, and then he realized something, his eyes widening. He stared blankly at Natsuwari, who had used the Clone Technique and Substitution Technique, completely shocked. If this level was only in terms of ninjutsu, in times of war, he could have graduated and become a Genin.

So, Natsuwari was definitely a genius, and not just an ordinary genius!

"Natsuwari and Iruka, your ramen is ready." At this time, Teuchi came over with bowls of ramen.

"Iruka-sensei, it's time to eat." Natsuwari said, seeing Iruka's state.

"Oh, oh, okay." Iruka was still in shock, eating the ramen absentmindedly.

Natsuwari did this on purpose. If he had a strong background, he would definitely choose to hide some of his talent. But he didn't. As a civilian ninja, he naturally had to show his talent to get more attention and training.

He would even directly overturn his previous plan if he could get the Sannin's guidance now. But it was unlikely. Orochimaru was already a missing-nin. Even if he appeared and wanted to take Natsuwari as a disciple, for Sana's sake, he couldn't accept it. Jiraiya should still be wandering around collecting information because of the prophecy, and the possibility of him returning was low. As for Tsunade, with her fear of blood, it was even more impossible for her to return to this sad place.

After finishing the ramen, Natsuwari and Iruka parted ways. It was clear that Iruka hadn't recovered yet when he left.

Seeing Iruka like this, Natsuwari's goal was achieved. His talent would soon reach the Third Hokage. After all, although the Third Hokage was only nominally the principal of the Ninja Academy, he still held the title, didn't he?

Now, Natsuwari was heading towards the training ground. Even though he knew his ninjutsu talent was terrifying, he couldn't stop his basic training. After all, this was related to the amount of chakra he had. He had to continue working hard.

As for practicing the Three Body Techniques, he had used them so many times today that even with the naturally recovered chakra, there wasn't much left. So he could put it aside for today. When he practiced the Three Body Techniques later, it would be time to practice tree climbing and, even further, water walking.

These two didn't require a lot of chakra, only a certain degree of chakra control. With today's experience in learning the Three Body Techniques, Natsuwari felt that he should be able to learn these two quickly.

Moreover, later on, he could also spar with Rock Lee. After all, having learned the Three Body Techniques, he should have some fighting ability. If he had sparred before, it would have definitely been a one-sided beating. Now, it was probably still similar, but he had the ability to counterattack and could start. Just learning without fighting wouldn't do. There was also the subsequent learning of the Shadow Clone... Hmm, and chakra shape and nature transformation.

Natsuwari felt a bit of a headache as he thought about it. It seemed like things were gradually increasing. But this was also good. Natsuwari could clearly feel his progress. If he could maintain this progress, there might be a surprise by the time he graduated.

While Natsuwari continued on his path to becoming stronger, Iruka also came to the Hokage's office. He felt it was better to tell the Hokage about Natsuwari's talent, as someone with his talent should have a better teacher.

"Oh, it's Iruka. Is there something you need?" The Third Hokage looked at Iruka, a little surprised, but still asked gently.

Iruka glanced at the crystal ball beside him, which seemed to have signs of use, but didn't think much of it. He told the Third Hokage about Natsuwari.

"Hmm? Is that so? It seems he is indeed a good seedling." The Third Hokage's eyes showed surprise after hearing this. After thinking for a while, he said, "There's no need to talk about changing teachers. I think you have enough ability to teach Natsuwari now. But you can appropriately teach him some ninjutsu beyond the limits."

"Yes." After reporting the situation, Iruka left.

The Third Hokage took a puff of his pipe. Although it was just the beginning, it felt like Natsuwari had the same talent as Minato. Such talent definitely couldn't be wasted easily. However, what gave him a headache was that he didn't have the time or energy to teach a student himself.

Jiraiya and Tsunade could, but it was difficult to contact Tsunade. Although Jiraiya had left a way to contact him, it was probably also difficult. So he could only wait and see.

If Natsuwari really had the talent, then after his chakra reserves had accumulated, it wouldn't be impossible to give him that jutsu in advance, just like Jiraiya had done with Minato.

If Konoha could have another 'Yellow Flash'...

"It's really something to look forward to."

(End of Chapter)