Spirit Transformation Technique combined with Electromagnetic Release turned the Sword Control Technique from a dream into reality.
While it was still far from the level Sarutobi Asuma envisioned, where he could take an enemy's head from a thousand miles away, the foundation had been laid, and continuous refinement would follow.
Sarutobi Asuma believed that one day he would become a true Sword Immortal!
Sword Immortal Sarutobi Asuma!
Tsk tsk!
He was quite pleased with himself.
So, at noon, Sarutobi Asuma took Yūhi Kurenai out for a good meal, and then in the afternoon, they went to the Hot Spring District to soak in the hot springs.
This time, they went together.
As a medical ninja, Sarutobi Asuma naturally had to give his childhood friend a thorough physical check-up.
Kurenai, now 14 years old, had indeed grown a lot, becoming a "little snow mountain."
However, she was still quite far from Tsunade's level.
Clearly, Yūhi Kurenai still had a lot of work to do.
After the examination, Yūhi Kurenai's face was flushed. With her captivating eyes looking at Sarutobi Asuma, she asked, "Asuma, can I become a Jinchuriki?"
"Huh?"
Sarutobi Asuma was taken aback.
Yūhi Kurenai continued directly, "Asuma, you're progressing too fast. I can't even see your back anymore with my current strength."
"If it were like Rin..."
Sarutobi Asuma understood immediately. He quickly put his arm around Yūhi Kurenai's slender waist, kissed her forehead, and said with a smile, "Becoming a Jinchuriki isn't a good plan. The power of a Tailed Beast is ultimately an external force. Once the Tailed Beast is extracted, the Jinchuriki will die."
"Don't worry, I already have an idea about this."
"The best plan is to integrate the Yin Seal and the Hundred Healings Technique into the Sage Cursed Seal."
"Using Sage Power to continuously nurture your cells, along with training, can improve your Constitution."
Sarutobi Asuma thought for a moment and then added, "For now, I can't be sure if this will enable Sage Transformation, but at the very least, it can raise a person's potential."
"Furthermore, it involves gaining a deeper understanding of Chakra Nature Transformation, Kekkei Genkai, and Kekkei Tōta... You have extraordinary talent in Genjutsu, and with my guidance, it's not impossible for you to develop a Kekkei Genkai and change your Constitution."
Yūhi Kurenai proactively wrapped her arms around Sarutobi Asuma's neck, pressing her lips against his. "Thank you, Asuma!"
"Kurenai, you're mine now. Of course, I have to think about you and our future."
Suddenly, a thought struck him, and he whispered, "Kurenai, I've thought of a way to improve your Constitution and nerve reaction speed."
Just as Yūhi Kurenai was about to ask, her body suddenly tensed, her back arched into an astonishing curve, and she couldn't help but let out a seductive moan.
It turned out Sarutobi Asuma was using Lightning Style to stimulate her cells.
In the steaming hot spring, tendrils of electricity danced on the water's surface.
Yūhi Kurenai clung to Sarutobi Asuma like an octopus, her consciousness soaring to the pinnacle of bliss.
...
An hour later.
The two left the hot spring room.
Even Yūhi Kurenai, a woman of considerable mettle, couldn't help but cast a sharp glance at Sarutobi Asuma, vowing never to take a hot spring bath with him again.
However, the moment she recalled the feeling from earlier, her heart couldn't help but linger, and her legs felt a little weak.
Sarutobi Asuma, having indulged in a seafood feast, said with a smile, "Kurenai, how about you cultivate another Chakra Nature Transformation besides Yin Style?"
"What about Yang Release?"
"Then, with Yin Style as the primary focus, you can develop a Genjutsu-based Kekkei Genkai!"
Sarutobi Asuma suggested.
Yūhi Kurenai was surprised. "A Genjutsu-based Kekkei Genkai, similar to the Kurama clan's?"
Sarutobi Asuma nodded. "This is likely the most suitable path for you."
"However, developing a Kekkei Genkai also requires a bit of luck."
Unless someone had already blazed a trail.
At that point, it would all come down to natural talent and aptitude!
The two walked and talked about the profound uses of Yin Style Chakra Nature Transformation, though most of the time it was Sarutobi Asuma speaking, with Yūhi Kurenai listening and asking questions.
The gap between them was too large.
However, before they even reached their training grounds, a Shadow Clone returned with memories.
Orochimaru had defected!
Sarutobi Asuma glanced at the sun, paid it no mind, and continued to train with Yūhi Kurenai.
Meanwhile.
The merchant caravans that departed from Konoha to various countries and major ninja villages all coincidentally spread the news of Sarutobi Asuma killing Hanzō of Amegakure, who was known as the "Demigod of the Ninja World."
Coupled with the Stone Ninja bombarding Konoha and interfering in the internal affairs of other ninja villages, this further corroborated the authenticity of the news.
This news was undoubtedly shocking.
Moreover, Amegakure soon sent out more news.
Hanzō was indeed killed by Konoha's Purple Flash, and the reason was that Hanzō had colluded with the Stone Ninja and attempted to ignite another Ninja World War!
With news flying everywhere, it was difficult to discern truth from falsehood.
However, the matter of Sarutobi Asuma killing the so-called Demigod Hanzō was undoubtedly spreading further and wider, with Sarutobi Asuma's intentional promotion.
Night fell.
After finishing his day's training, Sarutobi Asuma walked Yūhi Kurenai home but did not return himself. Instead, he instantly flashed out of the village.
Northern border of the Land of Fire.
Sarutobi Asuma's main body appeared beside a Shadow Clone, using the Flying Thunder God Technique.
"One of Orochimaru's bases is over there."
The Shadow Clone pointed with its finger.
Sarutobi Asuma nodded, then flashed away, entering the cave alone.
After breaking through various traps, Sarutobi Asuma arrived at a relatively wide stone chamber, where three diverging paths led further into the mountain.
"Heh heh, Asuma, you truly haven't disappointed me."
Suddenly, a sinister laugh echoed.
Sarutobi Asuma was not surprised and watched Orochimaru emerge from the middle path.
Orochimaru, wearing a Jonin vest, had an extremely pale face and looked somewhat weak.
He was injured.
But that was normal.
After all, he had faced Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen, Jiraiya, and Tsunade in succession.
Even if they had held back and were unwilling to truly fight Orochimaru to the death, they still had to act convincingly.
"Senior Orochimaru, do you need help?"
Sarutobi Asuma asked.
Orochimaru looked at Sarutobi Asuma, then nodded, "I heard your Medical Ninjutsu has surpassed Tsunade's."
"I can only say in certain aspects; there are specializations in every field."
As Sarutobi Asuma spoke, he created a Shadow Clone to step forward and heal Orochimaru.
After an examination, the injuries were not too severe.
As the healing progressed, Orochimaru's complexion improved considerably, and he smiled, "Your growth is truly astonishing; you even killed Hanzō."
"It seems you can be called the Demigod of the Ninja World!"
Sarutobi Asuma laughed, "Hahaha, thank you for the compliment, Senior. I quite like the title of Demigod."
"Although there's still a significant gap to the God of Shinobi."
Orochimaru raised an eyebrow, then said, "Regarding Danzō's matter, I can owe you a favor."
Sarutobi Asuma waved his hand, "Danzō was someone I intended to kill from the start."
"As for you, Senior, I actually hoped you would remain in Konoha."
"Unfortunately, Konoha might also be a restraint for you, which makes me conflicted."
Orochimaru looked slightly surprised and smiled, "It seems we have similarities."
Sarutobi Asuma smiled, "It should be said that we both share a common goal: immortality!"
Immortality?
"Oh?"
Orochimaru's gaze became even brighter.
At this moment, the healing concluded, and Orochimaru took out a scroll and handed it to Sarutobi Asuma's Shadow Clone, saying, "This is research on the Shikotsumyaku. This time, no other items are needed."
"Then thank you."
Sarutobi Asuma did not refuse and accepted it directly.
"You coming here this time, I imagine, isn't just to heal me and see me off, along with this data, right?"
Orochimaru asked with a smile.
"Of course!"
Sarutobi Asuma nodded and smiled, "I'm here for business."
"Senior, you are very interested in the Sharingan, and coincidentally, I have some information about the Sharingan."
Orochimaru's smile remained, but he became more serious, "Please, tell me!"
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