Chapter 192 The Heart of Playing Shadow Clone is Dirty

Disciple Might Guy has completed his training mission, receiving rewards: Chakra +2500, Morning Peacock (Mastery Level), Morning Tiger (Proficiency Level).

Perhaps due to the significant increase in Might Guy’s strength during this mission, both the amount of Chakra and the skills can be considered high-quality rewards.

Although Taijutsu like Morning Peacock and Morning Tiger are difficult to use without the Eight Gates strengthening the body, he can teach them to Might Guy, allowing Might Guy to develop more Eight Gates Taijutsu.

Muzuki glanced at his Chakra.

Name: Hayate Mugetsu

Chakra: 36500

I have to say, such a sudden big reward feels great; in just eight days, he has taken another small step towards fifty thousand Chakra.

Then, Muzuki looked at Might Guy’s newly triggered life mission.

Life Mission: Towards the Strongest Taijutsu Path

Main Goal: Become a top-tier Ninja World expert in Taijutsu, both in terms of strength and reputation, letting all Ninja know that not excelling in Ninjutsu can still lead to becoming a strong individual.

Mission Progress: 0

Mission Reward: Determined by mission completion and strength growth during the mission period, with a settlement every ten percent progress.

Note 1: Mission automatically fails if Might Guy dies.

Note 2: Life missions are extremely difficult. Once confirmed, the next life mission can only be undertaken after completion. Please choose carefully.

Note 3: The greater the difficulty, the higher the reward.

Muzuki directly accepted the mission; Might Guy probably wouldn’t trigger any other missions.

He felt that Might Guy’s mission was a bit harder than Shisui’s. Top-tier expert, what constitutes a top-tier expert? There’s no set time frame either.

He felt that the system’s definition of a top-tier expert probably didn’t refer to Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Third Raikage, and Ōnoki. While these Third Kage were strong, they were far inferior compared to Senju Hashirama and Uchiha Madara, and even above them were Six Paths-level individuals like the Six Paths brothers and Ōtsutsuki Kaguya.

However, the greater the difficulty, the higher the reward. Muzuki was quite looking forward to what rewards the life mission settlement would bring.

A function that can only be unlocked at Trust Level Four, the rewards should be better than training missions, right?

Various thoughts flashed through Muzuki’s mind in an instant. He used Body Flicker Technique to go to Kakashi’s side and treated Kakashi with Mystical Palm Technique.

Mystical Palm Technique is a considerably powerful Medical Ninjutsu, capable of treating both external and internal injuries. As the green light entered Kakashi’s body, Kakashi immediately felt much better.

At this moment, Kakashi no longer cared that Muzuki had also mastered advanced Medical Ninjutsu; his mind was completely filled with Might Guy’s recent, beyond-limit kick.

Kakashi had originally thought that after that kick, he would at most be at a great disadvantage, but he didn’t expect Might Guy’s kick to almost knock him unconscious.

Without any fancy techniques, he was defeated by a single kick, relying on powerful speed combined with powerful strength.

This made Kakashi feel that his initial thoughts about the battle were somewhat ridiculous.

His father was indeed right; Might Guy possessed great potential, and now he had truly surpassed him.

He had defeated Kakashi Hatake, who was called a genius Ninja, in actual combat.

In the daze of being sent flying, Kakashi also recalled the past when he would defeat Might Guy in one move. At that time, he also felt that Might Guy was a bit overestimating himself, with the last-ranked dead last challenging him, the first. Now, it seemed he had underestimated Might Guy.

Being weak for a time does not mean being weak forever, and being strong for a time does not mean being strong forever.

“Might Guy, you’ve really become stronger.” A hint of loneliness flashed in Kakashi’s eyes as he sighed.

He had said these words a few months ago when he encountered Might Guy fighting a Chunin, but at that time, he acknowledged Might Guy’s progress as a stronger individual, whereas now, he was marveling at Might Guy’s strength as the loser.

“Hahaha.” Might Guy instantly straightened his back and laughed heartily upon hearing Kakashi’s words.

He wasn’t laughing at Kakashi’s defeat, but celebrating his own success.

After losing countless times and toiling for countless days and nights, he had finally defeated the genius Ninja he considered his rival.

“Kakashi, you must train hard. From today onwards, I’ll be waiting for you to catch up.” Might Guy walked up to Kakashi, extended his hand, and wanted to pull Kakashi up.

With Muzuki’s treatment, Kakashi was much better. He grasped Might Guy’s hand and stood up.

“My dear friend, don’t make me wait too long!” Might Guy revealed a wide grin, giving Kakashi a thumbs-up.

Although he had already defeated Kakashi, Might Guy had full confidence in Kakashi. He believed that Kakashi would catch up one day, and when that time came, Might Guy would prepare even stronger ultimate moves for a stronger Kakashi.

“Shisui, Obito, both of you prepare to fight.” Muzuki said after finishing the treatment.

Both disciples nodded and walked to the training ground, ready to begin their battle.

“Rin, you’ve been training for quite some time now. Come over and watch the battle, take a break.” Muzuki called Rin Nohara, who was currently training.

After all, Obito’s strength was considerably weaker, so calling Rin over was equivalent to giving Obito a boost.

“Kakashi, are you alright?” Rin Nohara, who had walked over, asked with concern upon seeing Kakashi looking pale.

“It’s nothing.” Kakashi shook his head and replied.

Might Guy’s kick was powerful, but he had also resisted it with Chakra enhancement, and with Muzuki’s Mystical Palm Technique treatment, there were basically no major issues. He just needed more rest to recover.

Noticing Rin Nohara’s arrival, Obito immediately glanced at her out of the corner of his eye. When he saw Rin Nohara showing concern for Kakashi, he immediately cursed Kakashi in his heart.

“Damn Kakashi, he must not have trained well normally, to be incapacitated by a single kick from Might Guy.”

After mentally criticizing Kakashi, Obito stopped observing other places with his peripheral vision and instead focused all his attention on Shisui.

Although he knew in his heart that there was a considerable gap in raw strength between him and Shisui, and he would likely lose, with Rin Nohara watching, Obito didn’t want to lose too badly. He at least wanted it to be a battle where both sides gave their all before he lost.

Moreover, Obito felt it wasn’t impossible to win. If he could awaken his Sharingan during the battle and have a breakthrough in his Breathing Technique, then Shisui wouldn’t be difficult to deal with.

Shisui didn’t have as many jumbled thoughts as Obito. His only thought was that Muzuki-sensei was watching, and he had to show his strength and win beautifully.

“Battle start.” Muzuki announced.

Whoosh!

Obito immediately changed his breathing rhythm, entered the Flame Breathing state, and then charged towards Shisui.

He definitely wouldn’t engage in a direct Taijutsu clash with Might Guy, but if it was Shisui, he could give it a try.

His Flame Breathing was stronger, and he had a height advantage.

Shisui had undergone a long period of combat training with Obito before, so he was quite familiar with Obito’s fighting habits. He instantly entered the Flame Breathing state and engaged Obito in a Taijutsu clash.

Bang! Bang!

The two exchanged blows continuously, fists and feet flying. Although Obito had greater strength, Shisui was more agile. In the first wave of Taijutsu exchange, neither gained an advantage over the other.

Kakashi watched this scene with flickering eyes. Obito’s Taijutsu wasn’t weak; the reason he often couldn’t defeat Kakashi in Taijutsu was mainly because Kakashi’s combat experience overwhelmed Obito.

But the situation quickly changed. After figuring out Obito’s current Taijutsu level, Shisui stopped probing and directly displayed his incredibly fast Body Flicker Technique, suppressing Obito with his extreme mobility.

“So fast, I can’t see him.” Obito looked left and right, searching for Shisui’s figure. Muzuki’s battles didn’t restrict the range, and they had already moved beyond the open ground, where there were many trees.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!!!

Suddenly, a large number of Shuriken shot towards Obito’s direction.

Obito locked onto the direction the Shuriken came from, immediately entered the Total Concentration Breathing state, and dodged the incoming Shuriken with a few leaps, charging into the tree canopy from which the Shuriken were fired.

Although Total Concentration Breathing consumed stamina, he felt that if he didn’t use it, he would lose in a muddled way soon enough.

However, Obito was a bit more cautious this time. He didn’t charge in directly. Instead, after getting close, he used his Flame Breathing ability to create a large amount of flames.

Poof!

The Shadow Clone of Shisui, upon being hit by the flames, directly turned into smoke and dissipated.

Obito immediately turned and delivered a spinning kick. With a ‘poof,’ the Shisui that appeared behind him also turned into smoke and disappeared.

Bang!

The real Shisui appeared, using Body Flicker Technique to rush to Obito’s side, and a heavy punch sent Obito retreating several meters.

Obito’s face darkened. He felt that people who played with Shadow Clone were all devious, and the person who developed this Ninjutsu must have been even more so.

“Fire Release: Phoenix Sage Flower Claw Crimson!”

To prevent Shisui from pressing his advantage, Obito decisively pulled out four Kunai and formed a hand seal with one hand to release the Ninjutsu.

“Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!”

Shisui didn’t continue to pursue but used Fire Release, spitting out a huge fireball four meters high.

Boom! Boom!

The Kunai carrying flames collided with the fireball, creating an explosion.

Normally, if used properly, Phoenix Sage Flower Claw Crimson’s power would be stronger than Great Fireball Technique, but Obito’s version was designed to prioritize speed over power. It only slightly hindered the fireball’s movement, and soon a slightly smaller fireball continued to smash towards Obito’s direction.

Obito thought about Rin Nohara, who was watching the battle, and hardened his resolve, deciding not to dodge. He would expend Chakra to deal with the Great Fireball Technique; he didn’t want to fall into Shisui’s rhythm again.

“Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!”

Obito formed hand seals while retreating, spitting out a large fireball to counteract the incoming Great Fireball Technique.

Just as Obito was concentrating on how to defeat Shisui, he suddenly noticed that Rin Nohara had appeared next to the two large fireballs, about to be engulfed by them.

“How could Rin…?” Obito subconsciously wanted to shout for Rin to be careful, but he quickly realized that Shisui could use Genjutsu, and Rin Nohara would not possibly appear in the middle of their battle. Muzuki was still watching, after all.

By the time Obito reacted, it was already too late. While Obito was momentarily distracted, Shisui quietly arrived at Obito’s side and pressed a Kunai against Obito’s body.

“Ah, Genjutsu is too unfair! Why was it Rin?” Obito scratched his hair, extremely unwilling. He felt he could have struggled a bit longer.

Shisui’s expression was calm, and he said nothing.

Obito believed his loss was due to carelessness, but from Shisui’s perspective, it was inevitable.

He first used Body Flicker Technique tactics to keep Obito busy responding, then used Shadow Clone to deplete Obito’s Chakra, making Obito more injured and nervous. In this state, Obito had almost no resistance to Genjutsu and could only lose.

Slap!

Muzuki flashed to Obito’s side and tapped Obito’s head, saying:

“If you think Genjutsu is unfair, you can learn it too. When you lose, you have to accept it.”

“Hehe.” Obito chuckled, rubbing the spot where he was tapped, then curiously asked:

“Muzuki-sensei, isn’t there any way to deal with Genjutsu?”

Muzuki thought for a moment and replied, “Of course there is. The essence of Genjutsu is to manipulate the opponent’s Chakra to interfere with their five senses. You can release Genjutsu by disrupting your own Chakra. This can be mastered with more training.”

“However, for you Uchiha, as long as you activate your Sharingan, unless it’s a Genjutsu with stronger eye power, ordinary Genjutsu will hardly pose a threat.” Muzuki told Obito a shortcut.

Genjutsu in the Ninja World is destined not to reach its peak without the Sharingan. The Sharingan’s boost to Genjutsu is too great, practically like cheating. Non-Eye Technique Genjutsu can be released by oneself, but Eye Technique Genjutsu requires others’ help to release.

“Sharingan, huh.” Obito showed a yearning expression.

As a Ninja of the Uchiha Clan, he had naturally heard many legends about the Sharingan. Before, he had always fantasized about suddenly awakening it and then defeating Kakashi.

However, Obito still hadn’t figured out how to activate the Sharingan. Logically speaking, his strength should be stronger than Shisui’s when he activated his Sharingan, but he still hadn’t awakened it.

Because Kakashi had been weakened by Might Guy’s punch earlier, Muzuki extended the break time and only started Kakashi and Shisui’s battle when Kakashi had mostly recovered.