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Chapter 1011: Naruto's Plan to Help Jiraiya Find Tsunade
Chapter 1011: Naruto's Plan to Help Jiraiya Find Tsunade
Upon hearing Jiraiya's request to teach him a powerful new technique, Naruto's eyes lit up, and he eagerly patted his chest, indicating his readiness without hesitation.
Naruto, the Whirlpool Naruto, was all too familiar with the concept of love rivals, as he often tried to undermine Sasuke in front of Sakura to get her attention.
Not only did Naruto readily agree to Jiraiya's offer, but he also generously offered to help Jiraiya win over the beautiful lady they had just met.
Naruto, despite his lack of practical combat experience, had extensive theoretical knowledge. As a fellow "loser in love," he believed he could serve as a capable strategist without issue.
After all, the Jiraiya before him was not only strong and handsome but also clearly lacked any romantic experience, making him a novice in love.
However, when Jiraiya heard Naruto's earnest promise, he was momentarily stunned.
"You want me to help you seduce my mother and make my father jealous? I have to say, Naruto, you're too much! You're practically a filial powerhouse!"
On the other side, Sakura, after hearing Jiraiya's story, was curious. Jiraiya had looks and strength, yet he was at a disadvantage against his love rival. How exceptional must that rival be?
Meanwhile, Sasuke, after some internal struggle, followed suit and spoke up, "I can also help you against your love rival, just like Naruto."
"But as an exchange, I hope you can grant me powerful strength!" Sasuke added.
Born into the prestigious Uchiha clan, Sasuke felt too superior to associate with a fool like Naruto.
However, there was no other way. The current Sasuke was completely immersed in hatred, and he was willing to sacrifice anything, even his dignity and life, to gain the power to kill Itachi.
"If Sasuke is fine with it, then I..."
Hearing his idol's words, Sakura immediately followed suit without hesitation.
However, after glancing at the two of them, Jiraiya slowly shook his head and said, "No, no, no. The exchange I just mentioned is only effective for Naruto."
"Why! Why can that brat succeed, but not me!" Sasuke exclaimed in disbelief.
Jiraiya's rejection left Sasuke extremely dissatisfied. Was it because Naruto was a relative, and he, Sasuke Uchiha, was not?
"Watch your tone, kid. I may have a good temper, but that doesn't mean I have no temper at all."
"The reason the previous exchange condition only works for Naruto is that only his words can deal a powerful blow to my 'love rival'.
There's one more thing I need to remind you. No matter how talented you are as an Uchiha, it's worthless to me.
If you want to gain strength, you should show the appropriate attitude. I'm not Kakashi, and I don't owe you anything.
Uchiha Itachi slaughtered the entire Uchiha clan to gain power. What price are you willing to pay for strength?"
"You can't just teach me to become stronger because I'm one of the few remaining Uchiha, can you?"
"This is the cruel world of shinobi. If you want to be an all-powerful prince, I suggest you find a place to enjoy your retirement. After all, brats like you usually don't last long in the ninja world."
To be fair, Jiraiya didn't hold any particular grudge against Sasuke. After all, a five-year-old witnessing the slaughter of his entire clan by his most respected brother would darken anyone's heart.
Sasuke, driven by his helpless desire for revenge, had no choice but to seek power by any means necessary, and at that time, this wasn't wrong for him.
What made Yecheng dissatisfied was Sasuke's attitude. His clan had been annihilated by Uchiha Itachi, yet Sasuke acted as if the whole world owed him something.
You may be the chosen one of this world, but not everyone has the obligation to help you become stronger!
After hearing Yecheng's words, the proud Erzhuzizi was tempted to leave immediately, but when he thought about how he was willing to sacrifice even his life for power, what was a little dignity compared to that?
Sasuke had vaguely sensed that Kakashi's attitude towards him was more caring than towards others. Initially, Sasuke thought this was because Kakashi was his mentor, but now, it seemed there was more to it.
"So, what do you want me to do for you to teach me how to gain that power?
As long as you can give me the strength to defeat the traitor, Uchiha Itachi, no matter the cost, I'll pay any price! Take everything I have!"
In the original story, Sasuke was indeed almost desperate for revenge. When he was taken away by the Sound Ninja Quartet, if Naruto and the others hadn't intervened, he would have likely become Orochimaru's eternal reincarnation vessel without needing to wait three years.
This time, not only did Orochimaru successfully kill the Third Hokage, but his hands also remained unsealed. If Sasuke were to be lured by Orochimaru's power again, he might become the latter's vessel as soon as he reached him.
"The price for power, huh? Since your target is Uchiha Itachi, let's make a deal.
I can help you become stronger, and after you defeat Uchiha Itachi, I need you to obtain a Mangekyo Sharingan from him and give it to me."
No mistake, one shot, one kill, one look, one hundred and sixty-nine books!
"The Mangekyo Sharingan?"
"Yes, the Mangekyo Sharingan. It's the power Itachi gained after slaughtering his clan.
The Uchiha Clan is known as the Clan of Love, but the evolution of the Sharingan requires anger and hatred, which is quite ironic, isn't it?"
Although Tsunade had been away for many years, her daily life was either filled with drinking or gambling. With a mountain of debt, she had few places left to squander her money.
If Yecheng's memory served him right, at this time, Tsunade and Sai should be in Tanzaku Street, a bustling street in the southwestern region of the Land of Fire, filled with casinos, pubs, and amusement parks.
With three little tails slowing them down, Yecheng couldn't rush on their journey. Instead, he guided the three young ones in their training while frequently venturing out to gather information.
"Because I've been away for a long time and haven't taken on missions, I'm a bit strapped for cash right now. As you know, gathering information requires money.
Although you three are only genin, you've been ninjas for a while now, so you should have some savings, right?"
Facing Yecheng's matter-of-fact demand for money, Sakura and Sasuke promptly handed over all their assets.
Sakura believed that a figure like Yecheng wouldn't stoop to swindle children's pocket money. After spending a few days with him, Sakura felt that the Yecheng before her was a highly respectable person.
(End of Chapter)
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