Chapter 225 - 3

Chapter 3: I'll Teach You How to Be a TeacherThe sun rose in the east, its golden light spilling through the window.Naruto opened his eyes, feeling refreshed and clear-headed.A Stand is a product of highly refined and condensed spiritual energy, and his Stand, Sun Echo, was one awakened by pushing the Hamontechnique to its absolute limit.Therefore, within the mental space where the Nine-Tailed was sealed, Naruto could use both his Stand and Hamon simultaneously, unleashing power far beyond what he could in the physical world.Although he couldn't undo the seal and release the Nine-Tailed to give it a personal thrashing, Narutostill gave it a 'warm welcome' through the sealed gates, considering it a small bit of interest for the discrimination he had suffered since childhood because of it.In high spirits, he hopped off the hospital bed just as Iruka pushed the door open and entered."Eh? Why are you up so early today? And how are your injuries?"Iruka asked with concern.Naruto moved his body a bit; there was no longer any pain in his back.So he turned around and lifted his shirt.As expected, his back was smooth and fair, without a single scar remaining, looking nothing like it had been injured at all.Naruto frowned.He had indeed tried to use Hamon to stimulate life energy and promote wound recovery last night, but the effect shouldn't have been that obvious.Iruka, however, wasn't surprised at all. Instead, he rested his chin in his hand and remarked, "Hmm, as expected of Naruto. I remember you've had extraordinary recovery power since you were little. No matter what injury you get, it heals after just one night's sleep. It's truly enviable.""Is that so?" Naruto tried to recall, but since it was so long ago, he could only vaguely remember such a thing.After all, his soul had transmigrated to the JOJO world, and his body on Earth had nothing special about it, so he had subconsciously ignored this detail."Is it because of the Nine-Tailed? Or is there something special about my constitution?"As Naruto pondered, someone suddenly patted his shoulder."Let's go. After my report last night, the Third Hokage-sama has already agreed to let you pass the graduation exam. Today, we're going to take a photo for your Ninja registration."Iruka explained, then remembered something: "But before that, I can treat you to Ichiraku Ramen to make up for last night's disappointment.""Yahoo! Let's go, let's go!"Naruto tossed his doubts aside and grinned widely....In the Hokage Office, the Third Hokage's brow was furrowed as he tossed a file onto the desk and exhaled a cloud of purple smoke.Watching the smoke fade and dissipate, he finally returned his gaze to the file he had just thrown down.It was the investigation report regarding Mizuki's defection last night, which clearly stated that the traitor was now a crippled man.According to the medical team's careful examination, the cause was some kind of special force driven into Mizuki's body.This force hadn't damaged the muscles or meridians, but it had shattered his entire right arm and the bones on the right side of his chest into powder.The weapon Mizuki used last night showed a similar condition; it looked intact on the outside, but the interior had been destroyed beyond recognition.The perpetrator of all this was clearly Naruto.But how exactly did he do it? Could he have awakened some kind of special ability?However, in the records of the Senju Clan and the Uzumaki Clan, there seemed to be no mention of such an ability...Furthermore, he wondered what impact this awakened ability would have on the Eight Trigrams Seal and the Nine-Tailed inside him.While the Third Hokage was lost in thought, the office door suddenly creaked open.He snapped back to reality as Naruto strolled in with a grin, waving a piece of paper in his hand."Third Old Grandpa, this is supposed to be given to you, right?""Oh, the Ninja registration form? You finished the photo so quickly? That's not like your usual style, Naruto."The Third Hokage switched to a smiling expression and casually took the form from him.With just one glance, the corner of his mouth twitched involuntarily. "Do you realize that this is a very important file for you?""Of course. That's why I struck such an artistic pose."Naruto was all smiles, clearly immersed in his own 'art' and oblivious to everything else.Seeing how unreasonable he was being, the Third Hokage sighed and spoke bluntly: "Go retake it!""Ha? Why? Do you look down on my art, old man? Don't think I'll go easy on you just because you're old!"Naruto showed no intention of respecting his elders; after all, in terms of mental age, he was even older than the Third Hokage."As a Ninja registration, you at least have to show your face, you brat!"The Third Hokage slammed the desk in anger.On the photo of the Ninja registration form, Narutocould be seen holding up his palm, almost completely covering his entire face."Aren't Ninjas supposed to be a profession that works in the shadows doing things that shouldn't be seen? What's the point of showing your face and getting recognized?"Naruto countered with his own logic."In any case, it's a no!"The Third Hokage was equally stubborn, and the two locked horns, refusing to give an inch."Hmph! Stubborn old man, don't blame me for being impolite then!"Naruto took a step back and struck a battle stance.His meaning was clear—Since neither could convince the other, they would let their skills do the talking!The Third Hokage remained composed: "Brat, don't think that trick will work on me again!"Although he had been caught off guard yesterday and let this kid steal the scroll of seals...That was actually to play the long game and catch the spy in the Village.Vulgar Ninjutsu like the Sexy Jutsu couldn't even harm a single hair on Hokage-sama!As the Third Hokage expected, after Narutoformed the hand seals, he shouted: "Sexy Jutsu!"With a *poof*, smoke filled the air, and a tall, curvaceous figure stepped out from the mist.Having experienced decades on Earth, Naruto's current Sexy Jutsu had reached a whole new level.What appeared before the Third Hokage was no longer a simple naked body, but a seductive model wearing provocative lingerie.With perky breasts, alluring curves, and snow-white skin, the mature beauty generously displayed her figure, while the sensitive parts were covered by tiny scraps of cloth, which instead added a layer of temptation that made one want to explore further."Hokage-sama~"Naruko tapped her finger against her lips, and a pink heart drifted lazily toward the Third Hokage.The Ninja World's relevant industries were still stuck at the level of 'icha icha paradise'; where had the Third Hokage ever seen such a display?Faced with Naruto's newly developed version of the Sexy Jutsu, his eyes went blank for a moment, and his nose began to sting.Bang!Just then, the office door was kicked open, and a boy who looked about eight or nine years old rushed into the room: "Come and duel with me..."Before he could finish his sentence, he witnessed a scene that shocked him to the core—"Oh ho ho ho ho ho ho!"The Third Hokage had lost all dignity, nosebleed gushing like a fountain as he flipped backward onto the floor, completely incapacitated!Naruto reverted to his original form and laughed loudly, pumping his fist: "So what if you're the Hokage? You still lost to me again!""What?!"Hearing his words, the boy's pupils shrank as he looked at Naruto in disbelief.This guy doesn't look much older than me, yet he defeated Grandpa? And again?But just as he was about to question Naruto's identity, he saw Naruto grin, open the window, and flip outside."Konohamaru-shama! Konohamaru-shama!"A young man wearing sunglasses and black clothes called out as he followed him in.However, as soon as he entered the room, he was startled.The Third Hokage was lying on the floor, the gushing nosebleed forming a small pool beneath him, looking no different from a murder scene."Ah! Konohamaru-shama, did you defeat Hokage-sama?"Ebisu subconsciously pushed up his glasses, which had slipped down from running, before realizing something was wrong."Wait, Hokage-sama, what happened to you?"He hurriedly stepped forward to check the situation."Cough, cough, cough!"The Third Hokage flipped back onto his feet, coughing violently to ease the embarrassment while pulling down the brim of his Hokage hat to hide his face. "It's nothing, just a minor accident."Ebisu finally breathed a sigh of relief and turned back to look for Konohamaru, only to find the boy had slipped away at some point...."Hey, why are you following me?"Naruto was walking down the street, heading home, when he realized someone was following him.Turning around, the stalker turned out to be the little boy who had burst into the Hokage Officeearlier.That guy had said something about dueling with the Third Old Grandpa; he seemed like a real brat.Thinking of this, Naruto facepalmed and prepared to send him away.However, to his surprise, seeing he had been discovered, Konohamaru didn't hesitate at all. He knelt on the ground with a *thud*, hugged Naruto's leg, and called out with heartfelt emotion: "Big Brother!""Ha?"Naruto looked astonished.Konohamaru looked up, trying his best to look cute: "Please teach me that Ninjutsu you used to defeat the Hokage just now!"So that's it, he wants to learn the Sexy Jutsu?Naruto rubbed his chin, thought for a moment, and then shook his head: "I refuse.""What?" The expectant look in Konohamaru's eyes instantly dimmed.But he didn't give up; instead, he jumped up angrily: "Do you know who I am? I'm the Hokage's grandson! You dare to refuse—"Bang!The next second, Konohamaru took a heavy blow to the forehead. His body swayed a few times before he plopped onto the ground.His eyes widened as he sat there stunned, unable to believe that Naruto actually dared to hit him.Usually, as soon as people heard he was the Hokage's grandson, they would all treat him with the utmost respect and praise."Why?"Naruto squatted down and looked at Konohamaru."W-why what?" Konohamaru stuttered slightly."Why do you want to learn the Sexy Jutsu?"There's a chance!Konohamaru was delighted and quickly replied excitedly: "Because... because I want to defeat my grandpa!""Why?""Ah?""Why do you want to defeat your Hokagegrandpa? A background like yours is something many people would envy."Naruto's gaze was piercing, making Konohamaruopen his mouth dryly, unsure of what to say.After a long while, Konohamaru's voice dropped: "My name is Konohamaru. It's a very nice name, but no one ever calls me that. Everyone just calls me 'the Hokage's grandson.' So... so I want to defeat Grandpa and earn the title of 'Hokage' myself!"As he spoke, he suddenly looked up with an urgent gaze: "Big Brother, please teach me that move from earlier!""Still no."Naruto gave a blunt refusal."You damn bastard!"Konohamaru shouted in indignation, raising both hands in protest."I know! You're definitely afraid that once I learn that technique, I'll be better than you, so you're trying to keep it for yourself, right?!"Naruto looked at the boy's angry face, which hid a cunning glint in his eyes, and the corner of his mouth couldn't help but twitch: "You brat... trying to use reverse psychology on me?"However, such a childish trick that could be seen through at a glance had absolutely no effect on Naruto, whose state of mind had already become that of an old fox.Seeing his trick didn't work, Konohamaruimmediately dropped the act and said with a pout: "Then what exactly do I have to do for you to teach me?""You're pursuing the title of Hokage for a frivolous reason like 'wanting to gain people's recognition,' with no idea if you can even shoulder the responsibility. You're too naive and too childish."Naruto stood up, hands in his pockets, sounding as if he were evaluating Konohamaru, but also as if he were reflecting on his past self.His words were like a bucket of cold water poured over Konohamaru's head, making the boy cross his arms in anger: "Hmph! If you don't want to teach me, just say so. Why all the nagging?!"Naruto shook his head and was about to say something when a voice from above beat him to it: "Young Master, don't be fooled by this kid."Looking up, Konohamaru's tutor, Ebisu, had appeared on a nearby tree at some point, looking down at the two of them.Of course, to be precise, he was looking down on Naruto.Tsk, that look...Naruto's senses were incredibly sharp; he immediately detected the aloofness and disdain behind the sunglasses, which instantly triggered memories buried deep in his mind.Many of the adults in the Village would look at him with that same gaze.Before, he didn't know the reason and would feel wronged and unwilling, trying to gain everyone's attention through pranks.But after learning that the Nine-Tailed was sealed within him, Naruto understood their thoughts.However, understanding didn't mean he would tolerate it."Hey, who are you? Do you know your eyes are very annoying?"Naruto pointed at Ebisu and shouted."My name is Ebisu, and I am the Young Master's tutor."Ebisu jumped down from the tree and stood beside Konohamaru: "Young Master, this kid is a dead last who failed the Ninja Academy graduation exam three times in a row. Getting involved with someone like this will only lead you astray!""What you're saying is really unpleasant," Narutopicked at his ear. "Can I ask why you're saying such things? Is there any point to your words?""Ha, I am an elite teacher who has cultivated several Hokage candidates. The point of what I say and do is to remove black sheep like you from my student's side!"Ebisu replied coldly, then turned back to Konohamaru and began to drone on about his teaching philosophy."Young Master, don't you want to defeat the Third Hokage-sama and become an even greater Hokage? For me to teach you the principles of Benevolence, Righteousness, Propriety, Wisdom, Loyalty, Trustworthiness, Filial Piety, and Brotherly Love, as well as the subtle mysteries of Ninjutsu, is the fastest shortcut...""What's with that look?!"Halfway through, Ebisu finally couldn't take it anymore and roared at Naruto.Because in this kid's eyes, he didn't see any sign of being enlightened, nor even frustration or anger; there was only a bit of pity.Pity!This Nine-Tailed brat is pitying me? What does he mean by that? Is he denying my educational philosophy?Upon realizing this, Ebisu couldn't help but lose his cool."You're just training another version of yourself. I'll teach you how to be a real teacher."Naruto raised his hand and pointed at Ebisu.