
Trickling…
The sound of water droplets falling on the stalagmites echoed in the dark cave filled with white mist.
When Naruto tried to take a look, all he saw was the fog and mist getting heavier and heavier, making it even harder to see anything as they walked deeper into the Cave.
As the group passed through giant stalagmites and stalactites that were largely invisible due to the fog, Hinata tightly gripped Naruto's jacket sleeve, and her immature face was filled with nervousness and fear that she was separated from the others and became left behind in this frightening place .
Clearly, Naruto felt Hinata's nervousness, he turned around, and said with a bright smile, "Don't worry Hinata!"
"Thank you Naruto ..." Hinata touched and nodded heavily with flushed cheeks ...
Following the small episode, the group of three continued to walk forward ... And after a long time, when Naruto could no longer curb his boisterous and spirited nature, he finally decided to march forward and curiously asked Kabuto who was walking ahead and leading the way, " Kabuto-nii-chan..Where are we going?"
Kabuto turned his head back and said, "We will go to a place where we can be safe from enemy intruders..."
After receiving Kabuto's reply, Naruto slightly nodded and the three-man group continued walking…
After understanding that he had no chance of survival if he fought the Akatsuki Fog army, Kabuto instantly dispelled the idea of a frontal confrontation with them, taking a toll on his life, and he came to the caves that were with Naruto and Hinata to avoid them.
This was no ordinary place, so Kabuto was sure they would not be able to find him, Naruto and Hinata were here…
Although many people often went here, only those who really wanted power could pass through, then this was also a place that the three of them could use to bring in refugees for a while.
Kabuto had always been very interested in this place, but without Orochimaru's permission, he didn't dare to visit this place rashly because he knew how dangerous this place was…
Since the members of the Akatsuki Organization had already nearly tracked them down, and since Orochimaru was not at the headquarters, then this time Kabuto had no other choice but to venture here with Naruto and Hinata.
Before long, the surrounding fog started to become increasingly dense, and it soon reached a point where neither of the three people could see a single step ahead... Even Hinata who had activated her byakugan was no exception... The fog was rich in Natural Energy, and that Natural Energy was blocking the Byakugan's penetrating ability, therefore, Hinata who was similar to Naruto had lost his way…
Now, even Naruto –– no matter how thick his nerves are –– is also a little disappointed, and just like Hinata who grabbed the tip of his sleeve, he also unknowingly grabbed the tip of Kimono Kabuto, he also unknowingly grabbed the tip of the Kimono, and asked angrily, “ Kabuto... Kabuto-nii-chan... how much longer?”.
Kabuto replied with a calm smile, "We'll be there soon..."
Naruto concentrated, "You've been saying the same thing for so long. but we haven't come, you know...!"
Kabuto remained silent as he thought of Orochimaru's words, 'Only they are willing to sacrifice anything for the sake of the power that can find that place…'
Kabuto then glanced at Naruto from the corner of his eye and suddenly, a realization appeared in his mind, “It's possible that I don't really need the strength, that's why I can't find… maybe Naruto who craves power can get us there.”.
Thinking so, Kabuto narrowed his eyes and said to Naruto, "Naruto-kun, or another Jutsu in this case when Orochimaru-sama tried to teach a few days ago?"
Naruto was also worried about this, and hurriedly asked, "Why?"
“Remember when I told you about the Kyuubi spirit? You see..The fox is inside you.. and the Chakranya is mixed with your Chakra, thus making it harder for you to control the Chakra.. This is why you cannot use the Jutsu Clone..” Kabuto replied.
Clearly, Kabuto who is also a Shinobi level Jonin also sees the reason why Naruto is unable to master the basic Jutsu Clone… Due to that gap, the Kyuubi Chakra became leaked and mixed with Naruto Chakra, making it difficult to use his own Chakras…
Hearing this truth, Naruto's expression dropped, and he asked with a sad expression, "Does that mean ... I will never be able to learn Clone Jutsu?"
Kabuto was silent for a while, then said slowly, “I'm not sure about that.. but there might still be an option that you might be able to use to do Ninjutsu.”.
Naruto's expression quickly cheered up, and he asked hurriedly, “Hah? Is there another way? Are you telling the truth Kabuto-nii-chan?”
Kabuto pushed his glasses to the base of his nose, and replied, “You see Naruto-kun… but that is not the only method...in addition to using the deep chakra that we extract, there is one more method...maybe you can learn it..”.
A smile appeared on Kabuto's lips as he looked at Naruto's spirit, and he replied, "That's Senjutsu ..."
“Senjutsu? What is Senjutsu?” Naruto was surprised.because this was the first time, he heard such a term…
Even when he was in the Village, he had never heard anyone talk about 'Senjutsu' before, either, even Sasuke who generally knew many things and was the best source of knowledge and information for Naruto also never said anything about 'Senjutsu'. '… Therefore, Naruto did not understand what Senjutsu was... and he asked, “What is Senjutsu? Does this taste good? If I eat it, will it help me learn Clone Jutsu?”
Kabuto chuckled, and while shaking his head, he said, “I don't think you should eat Senjutsu, is a unique style in which Sennin–– Users Senjutsu–– uses the energy present in the environment rather than the energy in their body to perform Ninjutsu, Not only can you use Jutsu Clones, but I can guarantee that you will become an outstanding Shinobi..Even achieving your dream–– to become Hokage Konoha–– will not be impossible.”.
After listening to Kabuto's words, Naruto suddenly imagined what would happen if he mastered Senjutsu…
'After mastering Senjutsu, he returned to Konoha resoundingly, and he would be appointed as the next Hokage. Sasuke would respect him, and praising him for his talent.all the children in the village will come to play with him ...
The more Naruto thinks about it, the more he feels excited, and the more he misses Senjutsu.. he doesn't even notice it when saliva starts dripping from the corner of his mouth... “Hehe... Senjutsu.
After imagining all sorts of good things, Naruto quickly recovered his mind, and said to Kabuto, "Kabuto-nii-chan... Please teach me Senjutsu!"
Kabuto shook his head helplessly, "Sorry.I can't teach you Senjutsu..."
The current Kabuto did not lose the meaning of life, therefore, even though he was fascinated by Senjutsu and Natural Energy, he was unwilling to take such a big risk, Kabuto has not yet attempted to learn or master or Senjutsu…
"Huh?" Naruto was surprised, and quickly asked, "Then, objected Orochimaru-Sensei taught me Senjutsu?"
"Orochimaru-sama does have a lot of knowledge about Senjutsu." Kabuto said, then while shaking his head, he added, "But even Orochimaru-sama can't teach you Senjutsu either..."
Due to Jugo's intensive research, Orochimaru had a very deep knowledge of Natural Energy and Senjutsu, but because he used the Life Corpse Reincarnation, Orochimaru's body and soul were no longer suitable for studying Senjutsu… In addition, there are also some other dangers associated with Senjutsu exercises such as becoming a stone permanently or losing your mind and so on, so Orochimaru could not decide whether he should really learn senjutsu or not…
Naruto was surprised, "Even the exhausted Shinobi Orochimaru-Sensei has yet to master Senjutsu?" and also disappointed, "And if even Orochimaru-sensei can't teach me.. Then who can teach me?"
Kabuto said, "In this Shinobi World, there have only been a few Shinobi up until now who have truly mastered Senjutsu... Naruto, then Kabuto looked deeply into Naruto's expression and added, "But you don't need to be disappointed. because I know a place where you can learn Senjutsu..."
"Where?" Naruto's eyes regained their light, and he asked in a longing tone.Obviously, Naruto now really wants to learn this Senjutsu…
Just as Kabuto was about to reply to Naruto; he suddenly stopped and his eyes widened in shock and disbelief as he looked at the scene in front of him ...
Kabuto's sudden stop was unexpected for Naruto and Hinata, as a result, they both bumped into him and fell backwards, "Oh!"
After waking up quickly, Naruto rubbed his butt and complained, "Kabuto-nii-chan...why did you stop so suddenly...?"
Kabuto stared at the door in front of him, and unexpectedly muttered, "Unexpectedly .. we arrived here without your help Naruto-kun ..."
"Huh? What do you mean Kabuto-nii-chan?” naruto muttered in confusion, then he stuck his head out and looked at the simple yet magnificent cave door in front of him, and muttered, "What place is this?"
Hinata who was standing next to Naruto recognized the Kanji written on the cave door and said, "Ryuchi Cave..."
“Ryuchi Cave..?!” Naruto tilted his head in confusion, "Hinata... You know what's inside Ryuchi Cave?"
"No... Naruto-kun's..." Hinata shook her head...
Kabuto smiled strangely and answered Naruto's question, "Ryuchi Cave is one of the three Holy Lands where you can learn Senjutsu ..."
Naruto was surprised, "Huh? Are you serious Kabuto-nii-chan...? Can I learn Senjutsu here? Did the people who lived here really ban Senjutsu? Will they teach me?"
Kabuto shrugged, "I can't say for sure." and added, "Also. be careful..."