Naruto: People are in Konoha, the system arrived 20 years earlier Chapter 043

Minato looked at Hayato, a gentle smile gracing his face, and slowly began, “I had originally planned to share my insights and experiences with the Flying Thunder God Technique with you, but I didn’t expect you to have already learned it.”

At that moment, when he decided to teach Hayato the Flying Thunder God Technique, Minato had a faint premonition.

He felt that the other party might also be able to grasp the mysteries of this technique, but he never anticipated that the process would be so incredibly fast, far exceeding his imagination.

Hayato marveled at Minato’s genius, and Minato was equally shocked by Hayato’s astonishing talent.

With that, Minato pulled out a specially crafted three-pronged kunai from his怀, upon which his unique Flying Thunder God formula was engraved.

Like a precious work of art, he gently handed it to Hayato, as a testament to their friendship.

Hayato took the kunai, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes, then awkwardly rubbed the back of his head, looking a little embarrassed.

He hadn’t prepared a return gift and secretly felt annoyed.

After a moment of thought, he decided to create a kunai on the spot and engrave his own Flying Thunder God formula on it.

Unlike Minato’s text-based formula, Hayato chose a pattern-based formula similar to Tobirama’s—the mysterious and solemn nine-tomoe pattern.

Minato took the kunai personally made by Hayato, a satisfied smile spreading across his face.

This was not only an exchange between the two regarding the Flying Thunder God, but also a testament to their deep friendship.

“Oh, by the way, Big Brother Minato, I’m going to participate in the Chunin Exams in a few days,” Hayato suddenly spoke, his tone carrying a mix of determination and anticipation.

Minato was slightly surprised to hear this.

Hayato had only become a ninja not long ago, yet he had already grown to the point where he could be promoted to Chunin so quickly.

“Then you’ll have to work hard, the Chunin Exams aren’t that simple,” Minato reminded him earnestly, his eyes sparkling with encouragement.

Hayato nodded solemnly, expressing his sincere gratitude for Minato’s reminder.

During this period, thanks to Minato’s careful guidance and help, his strength had made a qualitative leap.

Not only had he mastered the powerful Ninjutsu, Rasengan, but he had also learned the Flying Thunder God Technique. Minato was undoubtedly an important guide on his path of cultivation.

“Big Brother Minato, do you plan to go on a long trip recently?” Hayato spoke again, his eyes gleaming with anticipation.

He came to see Minato today, partly to share his experience of learning the Flying Thunder God, and partly to invite Minato to be his special training instructor to fully prepare for the Chunin Exams.

Hearing Hayato bring up this topic, Minato already understood.

He gently shook his head and said with a smile, “Jiraiya-sensei isn’t in the village recently, and our team doesn’t have any new missions scheduled either.”

“Then can I invite you to help me with special training?” Hayato asked, full of anticipation.

Minato readily agreed, “It just so happens that I’m also learning some new things with Kushina recently, so this is a good opportunity to hone my skills.”

At the mention of Kushina, Hayato subconsciously looked at her.

He secretly guessed that the new things Minato mentioned must be the Uzumaki clan’s sealing techniques. It seemed that the relationship between the two was already very close.

Noticing Hayato’s gaze, Kushina smiled and asked, “What’s wrong? Is Hayato also interested in our clan’s secret techniques? If you want to learn, I can teach you.”

Hayato was pleasantly surprised to hear this. He never expected Kushina to bring up this topic so proactively.

The Uzumaki clan’s sealing techniques were not something you could find just anywhere; they were the inheritance of the clan.

In fact, Kushina was also showing her affection for Minato, as their relationship was as close as brothers.

Coupled with Hayato’s help during the kidnapping incident, that favor couldn’t be repaid with just a simple meal.

After a moment of contemplation, Hayato asked somewhat awkwardly, “Sister Kushina, wouldn’t that be inappropriate?”

Kushina laughed heartily and said, “There’s nothing inappropriate about it. Besides myself, there are no other members of our Uzumaki clan left. So, I make the rules.”

Hearing Kushina say this, Hayato felt a surge of emotion.

He nodded. You can never have too many trump cards; having an extra skill is always good.

“Thank you, Sister Kushina,” Hayato said gratefully.

Kushina rolled up her sleeves, a smile on her face, “Then you’d better pay attention! I’m very strict, you know, and I’m not the kind of teacher who guarantees you’ll learn it. Whether you can learn it depends on your aptitude.”

Hayato and Minato exchanged glances, both sharing a knowing smile.

After a brief wait, Hayato, understanding the hint, left, giving the two some private space.

The night passed without incident.

The next morning, sunlight bathed the land. Hayato once again came to their usual training spot, waiting for Minato and Kushina to arrive.

Before long, Minato and Kushina also arrived at the scene, and Kushina began to explain the Uzumaki clan’s sealing techniques to Hayato in detail.

Hayato showed great interest and enthusiasm for this new knowledge. He listened carefully to Kushina’s explanations, nodding occasionally to show his understanding.

The three of them quickly immersed themselves in intense and orderly learning and training.

In the mornings, they discussed the theoretical knowledge and practical techniques of sealing arts, and in the afternoons, Hayato and Minato began to spar.

Although Hayato and Minato had trained together before, this was their first formal sparring match.

The two stood face to face, kunai in hand, the atmosphere so tense that it felt as if the air itself would solidify.

Kushina stood to the side, her gaze fixed on the two, anticipating the upcoming confrontation.

Hayato leaned forward slightly, his feet pushing off the ground, and he shot towards Minato like an arrow released from a bowstring.

As Sakumo’s disciple, he had naturally learned many of the essence of swordsmanship. His attacks were no longer as chaotic as before but were full of method and strategy.

Minato used his kunai for defense, agilely deflecting Hayato’s attacks.

The two first engaged in a taijutsu exchange, probing each other for openings.

As the warm-up ended, the battle gradually heated up, and Hayato and Minato quickly distanced themselves, beginning to form hand signs to unleash ninjutsu.

“Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!”

Instantly, a scorching ball of fire, like a roaring fire dragon, swept towards Minato with destructive power.

Facing the surging wave of fire, Minato’s expression remained unchanged, his hands also quickly forming hand signs.

“Water Release: Water Formation Wall!”

In an instant, a crystal-clear wall of water rose from the ground, firmly blocking the fiery torrent, sending up plumes of white steam.

However, Hayato’s offensive did not stop there.

He flashed, quickly drew a kunai from his ninja pouch, and with a flick of his wrist, the kunai transformed into a silver lightning bolt, shooting straight towards Minato’s flank.

Immediately after, his figure flashed again, using the Flying Thunder God Technique to instantly appear next to the kunai.

“Flying Thunder God: Second Step!”

At the same time, a blue and white chakra orb condensed in Hayato’s right hand.

“Rasengan!”

On the other side, Minato was intimately familiar with the Flying Thunder God Technique. The moment he detected the Flying Thunder God mark on the kunai, he had already anticipated Hayato’s movements.

A Body Replacement Technique was executed perfectly, skillfully dodging Hayato’s fatal blow.

He looked at Hayato in shock and praised, “Flying Thunder God: Second Step, combining it with Rasengan is indeed very interesting, Hayato, you are truly a genius.”

Hayato smiled slightly and said, “You flatter me, Big Brother Minato. The real show is yet to come.”