Chapter 363: Mu Yue is the strongest among the younger generation?

“Ice Release: Savage Pheasant Beak!”

Just as Sarutobi Shinji’s alarm bells rang, a giant ice bird abruptly burst out from the still-dissipating smoke.

The ice bird possessed immense impact force and carried a chilling cold. Some Ninja, unable to dodge or form hand signs, attempted to counter with Taijutsu, only to be sent flying and frozen into ice blocks.

Caught off guard, five Ninja were frozen by the ice bird.

The Ninja who weren’t frozen secretly thought they had a narrow escape. Almost immediately after the flames vanished, the ice bird rushed out, which was quite unexpected.

“He actually possesses the Ice Release Bloodline Limit!” Sarutobi Shinji exclaimed, looking at the frozen Ninja.

Although he hadn’t personally witnessed an Ice Release Ninja use Ice Release Ninjutsu, the effect of this Ninjutsu was undoubtedly the Bloodline Limit Ice Release.

Sarutobi Shinji was very confused. Logically, Muzuki was no unknown. A Bloodline Limit like this, which was clearly a Ninjutsu, should have been easy to recognize, yet he had no impression of it whatsoever.

Sarutobi Shinji couldn’t help but admire Muzuki’s ability to conceal his information. Even people from his own Ninja Village didn’t know, let alone Muzuki’s enemies.

“To be able to use such an Ice Release Ninjutsu right after fusing with Ice Release.” Hiruzen Sarutobi, observing from the crystal ball, acknowledged Muzuki’s Ice Release Ninjutsu.

Muzuki had only fused with Ice Release after going to Land of Snow. To reach this level in such a short time fully demonstrated Muzuki’s Ninjutsu talent.

The other Ninja also looked at Muzuki in shock, this sudden Ice Release truly exceeded their expectations.

But soon they had no leisure to think about such things, because Muzuki began a new round of attacks.

Whoosh!

Muzuki’s main body flickered behind a Root Ninja, then delivered a swift whirlwind kick.

The Root Ninja only felt a blur before his eyes, then the world in his vision began to spin.

“Ice Release: Freezing Ray!”

At this moment, a Shadow Clone raised its hand and unleashed a ray of light carrying icy coldness, freezing the kicked-away Ninja.

In just an instant, another Ninja from the student side was eliminated.

“So strong, not even on the same level.” Feitian Xinzhi’s forehead was covered in fine sweat as he watched Muzuki slaughtering through the crowd.

Even though Muzuki was alone, he was completely dominating their thirty elite Ninja.

Feitian Xinzhi took a deep breath, forcing himself to calm down. Although Muzuki was their upcoming training instructor, it would be too embarrassing for so many Root and Anbu Ninja to not even cause Muzuki a bit of trouble.

Not to mention defeating Muzuki, they should at least make him look a little disheveled, instead of him defeating all of them without even getting his clothes dirty.

The other Anbu Ninja and Root Ninja had similar thoughts. Under the immense pressure from Muzuki, their coordination became even more seamless.

Soon, with the efforts of the more than twenty elite Ninja on the field, they successfully dispersed Muzuki’s two Shadow Clones.

Of course, this was intentional on Muzuki’s part.

If even Shadow Clones could easily dominate Anbu and Root, it would appear too overwhelming, which didn’t align with his expectations.

“Secret Technique: Insect Tornado!”

“Wind Release: Wind Cutter!”

The Ninja all attacked, wanting to keep Muzuki in place.

And at this moment, Feitian Xinzhi also unleashed his signature Ninjutsu.

“Lightning Release: Four-Pillar Bind!”

As Feitian Xinzhi swiftly formed hand signs, four massive stone pillars suddenly erupted around Muzuki, and dazzling electric nets connected the pillars, forming a cage.

“Earth Release: Clay Descent!”

Then, another Ninja used Earth Release Ninjutsu, summoning a large amount of clay from above the cage to pour down onto it, attempting to seal Muzuki.

But they still underestimated Muzuki’s Taijutsu strength.

“Golden Skyline!”

Muzuki extended two fingers of his right hand, concentrating his Rock Breathing, and also entered the Transparent World state.

Then Muzuki placed his right hand behind his waist, slightly bent his left leg, then burst forth with Chakra, rushing forward and delivering a slash towards the lightning pillar in front of him.

Boom!

A golden light flashed, and a black line instantly appeared on the thick stone pillar. As Muzuki took a step, the two thick stone pillars in front of him collapsed with a crash, and the electric net also vanished directly.

Just like that, Muzuki openly walked out of the Lightning Release cage. The moment Muzuki stepped out, a massive amount of clay poured down, becoming the backdrop for Muzuki.

“How is that possible? He actually destroyed my Four-Pillar Bind with just Taijutsu!” Feitian Xinzhi showed an unprecedented look of shock.

His Lightning Release Four-Pillar Bind was a barrier Ninjutsu combined with Earth Release, characterized by its robustness. Even Ninjutsu found it difficult to destroy, yet Muzuki managed to escape from the strongest part, the inside, using Taijutsu.

This directly challenged Feitian Xinzhi’s worldview as a Ninja.

“An unfamiliar Taijutsu. Could it be that Muzuki developed it himself? If Muzuki continues to grow, he might be able to rival the Raikage’s Hell Stab.” Seeing the terrifying power of the Golden Skyline, even Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn’t help but feel a little surprised.

He basically knew all of Konoha’s Ninjutsu, and the Lightning Release Four-Pillar Bind, which wasn’t particularly special, was naturally among them. So he clearly understood the characteristics of this Ninjutsu.

Although its power was not as great as the Wind Release and Fire Release Combination Ninjutsu that Muzuki used at the beginning, Hiruzen Sarutobi knew that Muzuki’s Golden Skyline was much more dangerous.

If this were on a battlefield, and Root and Anbu were Muzuki’s enemies, Muzuki using Golden Skyline directly at the beginning of the battle would definitely instantly kill most of the Ninja.

Looking at Muzuki, whose power was becoming more and more terrifying, some Ninja couldn’t help but feel a little lost. They had clearly tried their best, but they just couldn’t affect Muzuki.

After demonstrating enough, Muzuki began to act with the goal of defeating them, swiftly defeating the Anbu Ninja and Root Ninja.

Their Genjutsu had no effect on Muzuki, their combined Ninjutsu couldn’t contend with the Ninjutsu Muzuki released, and their Taijutsu was completely crushed by Muzuki. After Muzuki became serious, soon no Ninja on the field could remain standing.

Because they were all injured, Muzuki didn’t demand them to stand. All thirty Ninja sat together.

Some Ninja awkwardly lowered their heads. Anbu and Root were both elite Ninja of Konoha, yet as elites, thirty of them fighting together were easily defeated by Muzuki alone.

Muzuki created Shadow Clones to heal the Ninja. Although he controlled his strength, it was still a battle, and injuries were inevitable. To avoid affecting the subsequent training, immediate treatment was necessary.

“I’m generally clear on your strengths. You are indeed better than Ninja of your age, but as Anbu members, you are still lacking.” Muzuki said while healing them.

“First, your biggest mistake was underestimating the enemy. Even though I told you to go all out, you didn’t immediately launch an attack on me.”

Feitian Xinzhi’s expression was a bit awkward. He truly felt this wasn’t their problem. Who would have thought that the nineteen-year-old Muzuki already possessed such terrifying strength?

It should be known that Muzuki’s most impressive battle record was only assisting Jiraiya in repelling a Jinchuriki, but the Leaf Newspaper’s report simply didn’t show Muzuki having this kind of strength.

Although he hadn’t seen Minato Namikaze in action, Feitian Xinzhi felt that Muzuki’s strength should be comparable to Minato Namikaze, who was currently the most renowned among Konoha’s younger generation.

Compared to Muzuki, Minato Namikaze had more battle achievements, the most impressive of which was single-handedly fighting the new AB Combo to a draw on the Land of Hot Springs battlefield. This instantly made Minato Namikaze famous, directly making him renowned throughout the Ninja World.

Killer Bee was not much at present, but Fourth Raikage Ay was a recognized powerhouse in the Ninja World, and many well-known powerhouses in the Ninja World had died at Fourth Raikage Ay’s hands, establishing his reputation.

Feitian Xinzhi compared them and felt that Muzuki was even more terrifying. In ten years, Muzuki would undoubtedly be a Ninja of the Sannin level.

Muzuki pointed out all the problems the Ninja had during the battle, accurately for each individual Ninja.

“He had the presence of mind to remember all of that during the battle.” Sarutobi Shinji instantly felt Muzuki was even more unfathomable.

After this battle, the thirty Ninja were all utterly convinced by Muzuki. Muzuki was not only incredibly strong but also an excellent educator. Such a good teacher was truly hard to find.

On the first day, Muzuki did not formally begin teaching. He merely expanded upon the initial battle.

On one hand, the Ninja were injured and needed to recover, making strenuous exercise unsuitable. On the other hand, the previous steps had consumed a lot of time, and Muzuki estimated that he wouldn’t get a lecture reward, so he simply decided to save it for the next day.

With Muzuki’s treatment, plus the fact that they were all Root and Anbu members of considerable strength, a day of rest was just right.

Danzo Shimura did not possess the Telescope Jutsu, so he directly ordered the Root members who received the instruction to report to him afterward.

Upon hearing that Muzuki, with just one Shadow Clone and a Combination Ninjutsu, had blocked the attacks of thirty Root and Anbu Ninja, a look of surprise flashed across Danzo’s face.

He knew that Muzuki’s Ninjutsu power was not weak, having coincidentally seen it at Hiruzen Sarutobi’s house before, but a demonstration in an open field was ultimately not as convincing as actual combat.

One Ninja killing thirty Ninja and one Ninja overpowering thirty Ninjutsu with his own Ninjutsu are not the same concept, not to mention that these thirty Ninja were all Root and Anbu Ninja.

“Hiruzen, you truly value him greatly.” Danzo Shimura immediately attributed this to Hiruzen Sarutobi’s teaching results.

Muzuki didn’t know any Combination Ninjutsu when he was with him, and the last time he went to Hiruzen Sarutobi’s house, Hiruzen Sarutobi was indeed teaching Muzuki.

Now Muzuki was proficient in five Chakra Nature Transformation Ninjutsu and Combination Ninjutsu. Danzo Shimura seemed to see Hiruzen Sarutobi in his youth.

“It’s a pity, no matter how hard you try, Hayate Mugetsu is still a member of my Root.” A smile he couldn’t control appeared on Danzo Shimura’s face.

He felt immense pleasure thinking that Hiruzen Sarutobi, while suppressing Root’s development, was inadvertently helping his Root improve its strength.

“He even used the Bloodline Limit Ice Release!” Danzo Shimura was even more surprised to hear that Muzuki possessed Ice Release.

As far as he knew, Muzuki’s parents and grandparents had no Bloodline Limits. How did an Ice Release suddenly appear with Muzuki?

Danzo Shimura was confused but didn’t feel any suspicion, because Muzuki was indeed a true-blooded Konoha person. Both his parents died in the war as Konoha Ninja, and Muzuki had always behaved normally.

If Muzuki were an orphan who had flowed into Konoha from outside, Danzo Shimura might suspect Muzuki was a spy sent by Hidden Mist. As for whether sending such a genius spy was a sign of mental problems, Danzo Shimura didn’t care; he would know if there was a problem after investigating.

“Did his ancestors once have Ice Release Ninja? Or did he get lucky and fuse it himself?” Danzo Shimura made a simple guess and then ignored it.

While Bloodline Limits were rare, it depended on what kind of Bloodline Limit it was. Ice Release was only so-so in terms of strength, completely incomparable to the Byakugan or anything like that.

In Danzo Shimura’s eyes, the Byakugan was nothing. The Byakugan only had high strategic value; in terms of boosting strength, it was inferior to the Sharingan. Danzo Shimura believed the strongest Bloodline Limit was Wood Release; he thought Wood Release was invincible.

Having an undeveloped Wood Release Ninja in his hands was Danzo Shimura’s confidence. He believed that once this Wood Release Ninja was well-trained, he could clear all obstacles for Konoha.

After the Root Ninja finished their report, Danzo Shimura quickly estimated Muzuki’s strength in his mind.

“In single combat, he might not be able to defeat Minato Namikaze, but his methods are more comprehensive than Minato Namikaze’s. He should be similar in strength to the young Hiruzen.”

Although Muzuki had an additional Ice Release and his Taijutsu was very strong, Hiruzen Sarutobi’s Combination Ninjutsu was stronger than Muzuki’s, and he also had an excellent Nin-Beast. Danzo Shimura felt that Muzuki’s strength was roughly equivalent to Hiruzen Sarutobi at the same age.

This couldn’t help but give Danzo Shimura some pleasant fantasies: a Wood Release Ninja, and Muzuki, a genius comparable to Hiruzen Sarutobi. Once both of them fully matured, could he perhaps contend for that position again?

…

The next day, it was still the same Training Ground, but because the battle yesterday had damaged many areas, Muzuki slightly changed his position.

The same training, the same group of people, but the atmosphere was different from the first day. The thirty Ninja were all very much looking forward to how Muzuki would help them improve their strength.

“Speed is very important in combat. Faster speed allows you to dodge more attacks and also gives you the initiative in battle.”

“Today, I will teach you a Body Flicker Technique. This Body Flicker Technique was developed by me. Although it puts a lot of pressure on the legs, it is also faster.” Muzuki began to explain.

After all, they were elite Konoha Ninja, so he definitely had to offer something. After careful consideration, Muzuki decided to modify and weaken Soru for teaching.

The core of Soru lies in its stackable Chakra burst technique. After Muzuki’s modification, the burst degree was somewhat reduced, and the stacking limit was greatly lowered.

Of course, the weakened Soru after Muzuki’s modification was still much faster than ordinary Body Flicker Technique; it was still a very excellent Body Flicker Technique. Muzuki mainly controlled the upper limit.

After speaking, Muzuki demonstrated the speed of Soru.

The Ninja felt it was very familiar, because Muzuki had been flickering around and beating them up like that yesterday.

This exceeded the Ninja’s expectations. They hadn’t thought Muzuki would directly teach his own created Body Flicker Technique, assuming it would be more about technical guidance.

PS: The temperature has dropped these past few days, everyone please take care of yourselves. The author is already feeling a bit rough, still struggling in the bathroom before publishing this chapter…

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