"I've already memorized it!" Sakura said, tapping her head. "Next, I'd like to borrow three people from you!"
"Who?" the Third asked, raising an eyebrow.
"I'll go with Kakashi, Guy, and Shisui again," Sakura replied with a smile. "Kakashi is known as the Copy Ninja and is extremely skilled in ninjutsu. Okay, Guy's kind of weird, sure, but his taijutsu is top-tier in Konoha. As for Shisui, his genjutsu abilities are formidable. With them around, Naruto and the others can learn whatever they want without any issues!"
"Fine by me," the Third agreed. "Kakashi and Guy happen to be resting now and can't go on missions anyway, so assigning them to teach you makes sense. As for Shisui, just talk to him yourself."
The Third fully supported Sakura's idea of gathering everyone together for training. He wanted Naruto to build stronger connections within Konoha so he could feel secure about the future. Having Kakashi serve as instructor suited him perfectly too. Kakashi was the subordinate of his apprentice's student and a firm member of the Hokage faction—three generations had trained Kakashi specifically to become the Fifth Hokage one day. This arrangement worked out even better since Ino, Shikamaru, and the others were all young heirs destined to inherit their clan leadership roles. This mentor-student bond would make Kakashi's road to becoming the Fifth that much smoother.
"One thing though—the Scroll of Seals contains forbidden techniques that must never be taught recklessly!"
He reminded her carefully. The scroll contained numerous dangerous forbidden techniques, such as Impure World Reincarnation, which had been banned by Konoha. Spreading such knowledge recklessly could lead to serious consequences.
"Don't worry, Grandpa Third. I understand completely!"
Even if The Third hadn't mentioned it, Sakura still wouldn't have acted recklessly. She'd only memorized the Scroll of Seals to find the right techniques for Naruto and the others. Everyone's fighting style was different; trying to learn unsuitable techniques would only prevent true mastery.
Chapter 44: Fate's Gathering [Part 1] [Fourth Update]
Only after the Third restored the protective seals around the Scroll of Seals did the two of them leave this place. On the way out, Sakura pulled out two photographs and handed them over.
"Grandpa Third, keep this. If Cloud Village ever tries messing with us again, show this to the Fourth Raikage!"
"What is this?" the Third asked curiously as he accepted the photos. One glance at them nearly blinded him.
"Is this really the Fourth Raikage? And who's the other person?"
"The Fourth Raikage and Eight-Tails Jinchuriki Killer Bee—they transformed using Transformation Jutsu!" Sakura explained. "Unless the Fourth Raikage wants the entire shinobi world to know how embarrassingly flamboyant his appearance really is, he definitely won't dare mess with Konoha again easily!"
"Very clever!" the Third smiled as he carefully tucked away the photos. If the Fourth Raikage ever started causing problems again, revealing these would probably lead to quite the entertaining situation.
Early the next morning, Sakura went straight to wake up an exhausted Kakashi and Guy, then dragged Shisui along too. The four of them headed together toward their meeting spot for breakfast.
They arrived at the designated location where Ino and the others had already been waiting, busy arranging their belongings.
"Ino whispered, "Sakura, who are they?"
"This is Kakashi Hatake," Sakura pointed behind her to one person. "A jonin from Konoha, once a child prodigy who graduated from the Ninja Academy at age five, promoted to chunin at six, and became a jonin at twelve. But now he's grown up and turned into a teenage pervert obsessed with his orange-covered book!"
At first, Kakashi was feeling good about Sakura's intro, but then… wait, what does she mean by "teenage pervert obsessed with his orange-covered book"?
Ignoring Kakashi's betrayed expression, Sakura continued, pointing toward Guy next.
"Meet The Might Guy, Konoha's taijutsu expert. His strength is incredible, especially in hand-to-hand combat. If he goes all out, he can even fight The Hokage!"
At that time, Guy opening the Seventh Gate was already his limit, and he couldn't sustain it for long. At best, going full-out might only result in a draw against The Third Hokage. If he could maintain the Seventh Gate longer, he might even beat The Third Hokage.
"And finally, here's Shisui Uchiha!" Sakura brought the smiling Shisui forward. "A genius of the Uchiha clan, a jonin of Konoha, respectfully called Flash-body Shisui by the shinobi world. He masterfully combines Genjutsu with the Shifting Body Technique!"
"Huh? Uchiha? Is he related to Sasuke?" Naruto suddenly jumped forward, staring at Shisui for a while before asking confusedly, "Why doesn't he seem anything like that arrogant bastard Sasuke?"
"Shisui and Sasuke just belong to the same clan; they're not blood relatives. Of course they won't look alike!"
Sakura shot Naruto a quick reply before glancing around curiously. "Has Sasuke not arrived yet?"
"I'm here."
As soon as Sakura spoke, an annoyed voice sounded from behind—Sasuke had arrived.
Sakura turned around and saw Sasuke, clearly unhappy, holding onto Itachi's right hand. His eyes carried a hint of hostility as he stared at the long-haired girl standing beside Itachi on his left.
"Pardon the intrusion. My name is Izumi Uchiha. I'm a friend of Itachi's."
Izumi Uchiha smiled gently, but nearby, Sasuke grew increasingly resentful. Obviously, his brother's heart had been stolen away—it seems she's already calling him "Itachi" so casually now.
Sakura exchanged glances with Ino and the others, immediately reaching a silent consensus. They lined up side-by-side and bowed deeply to both Itachi and Izumi.
"Hello, big brother Itachi! Hello, future sister-in-law Izumi!"
"Eh?!" Izumi flushed bright red instantly. Although she indeed harbored feelings for Itachi, it was still a one-sided infatuation. The term 'sister-in-law' was far too suggestive! "Actually... I'm not Itachi's girlfriend. We're only ordinary friends!"
"All relationships start with friendship, right?" Sakura gave a knowing smirk. "If you like someone, just go for it—confess your feelings! Don't keep it inside; don't let shyness make you miss your chance to say how you feel!"
"Huh, no, I..." Izumi Uchiha blushed like a tomato. The thought of making the first move and confessing was just too embarrassing.
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