Chapter 99: The Difference in Breathing Effects
Ebisu, unable to hold it in any longer, went straight to find Kotetsu and Izumo.
"Big Brother Ebisu!" the two greeted him warmly as soon as they saw him.
Though their tone was respectful, Ebisu narrowed his eyes, suppressing his irritation.
"Are you two the ones spreading rumors about me?"
Kotetsu shook his head. "How could that be, Big Brother Ebisu? You've given us the gift of teaching—how could we ever speak ill of you?"
"That's right. Did you listen to someone else's slander?" Izumo added seriously.
"Then why are all three groups now saying I led the development of that new Enemy Confusion Technique? What's going on?" Ebisu asked darkly.
"We never said that," both replied, shaking their heads.
They had only claimed that Ebisu contributed the most.
"Let's not dwell on unpleasant things, Big Brother Ebisu. Let me show you something good." Kotetsu beckoned him closer and pulled out a novel.
"This book was essential for Izumo and me to perfect the Enemy Confusion Technique. I think you could learn a thing or two from it as well."
Ebisu opened it skeptically, but after glimpsing the content, he quickly snapped it shut and glanced around to make sure no one was watching.
"Ahem… this book is indeed good. I'll… keep it for now," he said, deciding to temporarily forgive his two subordinates.
"Oh, and meet me during the lunch break. I want to see how your Ninjutsu training is coming along," Ebisu added before leaving.
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The moment Obito stepped into the Training Ground, he hurried to find Rin.
"Rin, do you want a teacher?"
"Huh?" She looked at him, puzzled.
"What I mean is—do you want to train with Mugetsu-sensei?" Obito pulled her aside.
"Aren't we already training with Mugetsu-sensei?" she asked, even more confused.
Obito scratched his head. "Not just the usual daytime training—I mean actual guidance from him after class."
"You're asking if I want to become Mugetsu-sensei's disciple?" Rin finally pieced it together.
Obito nodded, satisfied she understood. "Mugetsu-sensei is really strong. If he teaches you, you'll improve fast."
Since Mugetsu didn't allow his disciples to speak openly about their master-disciple relationship, Obito didn't mention that his own progress was due to becoming Mugetsu's disciple.
Rin already knew Mugetsu's teaching was excellent—he often substituted for their class—but she also suspected Obito's recent improvements were linked to him.
"If you're willing, just come with me somewhere after school and dinner tonight," Obito said.
"Wouldn't that trouble you and Mugetsu-sensei?" Rin asked.
"No trouble at all." Seeing her interest, Obito quickly reassured her.
Finally, Rin nodded. Having a good teacher was always an advantage, and with Obito's strong recommendation, her curiosity about Mugetsu grew. Just how had he caused such a drastic change in Obito in only a few months?
After class, Rin glanced at Mugetsu a few times. Aside from noticing his remarkably good skin, she didn't find anything unusual.
Mugetsu, checking the lecture rewards, noticed her gaze and gave a warm smile.
[Completed one major class teaching]
[Evaluation: A]
[Rewards: Vigorous Leaf Whirlwind, Chakra Scalpel]
Both were excellent rewards—one was Might Guy's favorite Leaf Whirlwind Taijutsu, and the other an advanced Medical Ninjutsu with formidable combat applications.
After dinner in the Main District, Mugetsu headed to the South Border Forest for training. This time, there weren't just three disciples—Rin had come as well.
When she arrived, she saw Shisui and Guy already training, which surprised her. She hadn't expected Shisui to also be Mugetsu's disciple, which only deepened her curiosity.
When Mugetsu appeared, all four greeted him in unison. "Mugetsu-sensei."
"Good evening, everyone," Mugetsu replied with a gentle smile.
Privately, Rin thought he seemed much the same as he did at school or the Training Ground.
Though they hadn't spoken face-to-face before, Obito had already explained things, so she smoothly became his disciple.
"Your chakra control is actually very good. Want to try Medical Ninjutsu?" Mugetsu asked.
He recalled that Rin had strong potential in the field—by twelve, she would even master the Mystical Palm Technique.
"Medical Ninjutsu…" Rin hesitated briefly, then her eyes brightened and she nodded.
It was a good path, and Tsunade—one of the Sannin—was living proof of how powerful a Medical Ninja could be.
"Then we'll start with the most basic healing techniques," Mugetsu said.
Healing wasn't just about high-level skills like Mystical Palm Technique; there were also foundational ones like Hemostasis Jutsu. Since Rin was new, he began by explaining theory rather than jumping straight into practice.
When training ended and the disciples left, Mugetsu stayed behind to practice Breathing Technique alone.
At the Constant State realm, even sleeping was a form of training—but extra practice produced better results.
By now, Mugetsu clearly understood the strengths and weaknesses of the two Breathing Techniques. He usually used Rock Breathing for its superior physical training benefits, while Flame Breathing excelled at enhancing Fire Release in combat.
He was preparing a Breathing Technique plan for his disciples. Once complete, they would all train in it—except for Rin, since neither Rock nor Flame Breathing suited her, and she likely wouldn't be able to learn them.
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