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"I know this is easier said than done, but Kazekaze, I've already thought of a way."
Tobirama noticed the change in Kazekaze's expression. He thought Kazekaze was troubled because he had no clue how to incorporate nature transformation, so he began to explain. Tobirama's plan was to use the Shadow Clone Technique. After all, the Shadow Clone Technique was a jutsu he developed. Tobirama had a wealth of insights on how to use this jutsu. Plus, Tobirama's mind was one of the sharpest in the world of the Hokage, naturally not inferior to Kakashi. If Kakashi could come up with a method, how could Tobirama not think of it? In fact, the reason Tobirama was able to learn the Rasengan in such a short time was precisely by using the Shadow Clone Technique!
"The Shadow Clone Technique?" Hiruzen and Danzo were taken aback.
"Yes." Tobirama nodded and further explained, "The Shadow Clone Technique is a tangible clone, you all know this. Shadow clones not only have independent consciousness but also, when dispelled, transfer the experience and memories gained back to the original body. In other words, the experience that originally required two days to gain can be completed in one day using the Shadow Clone Technique."
As he spoke, Tobirama demonstrated. He used the Shadow Clone Technique to create five tangible clones at once, then had them all use the Rasengan together. Finally, he dispelled them.
"See, this way, I gained the experience of using the Rasengan five times."
Hiruzen and Danzo's eyes widened as if they had discovered a new continent. The Shadow Clone Technique itself wasn't particularly difficult to learn. Under Tobirama's guidance, they had long mastered this jutsu. Doesn't this mean they could also use this jutsu for training?
"In theory, yes." Tobirama nodded, not denying it. "But in reality, the person most suited for this training method is undoubtedly Kazekaze. His chakra reserves are even greater than mine, and even the forbidden Multi Shadow Clone Jutsu can be used by Kazekaze."
For Tobirama, five shadow clones training with the Rasengan was about his limit. But for Kazekaze, fifty, or even five hundred, wasn't a problem. This training method was practically tailor-made for Kazekaze. No one was more suited to this training method than him.
Hiruzen Sarutobi and Shimura Danzo were stunned on the spot. Although they could also use the Shadow Clone Technique, due to chakra limitations, Hiruzen Sarutobi's limit was four. Danzo's limit was only two.
"Wait, does this mean Kazekaze's training speed is several times, even dozens of times ours?" Danzo's eyes widened in disbelief as he looked at Kazekaze. This was something he found hard to accept.
"Young Master Kazekaze..." Hiruzen Sarutobi, however, seemed to suddenly realize something, "Could it be that you've been using this method for training all along?"
Kazekaze's progress had always far exceeded that of ordinary people. Hiruzen found it hard to understand. It was as if he had a cheat code, leveling up rapidly. He had thought it was due to Kazekaze's extraordinary talent. Now it seemed very likely that Kazekaze had been using this method to compress his training time infinitely!
Although there was indeed a talent aspect to it, it was more acceptable to Hiruzen Sarutobi than learning something at a glance. Because, from a certain perspective, even though this training method sounded like cheating, it was achieved through hard work. Progress gained through diligence and effort. It was like pulling Kazekaze, who had always been in the sky, down to the ground. Making him seem more down-to-earth.
Even Tobirama was suddenly enlightened. He had thought he was the first to come up with this training method. Now, after Hiruzen's reminder, he felt that Kazekaze's rapid progress was very likely due to this method.
However... Facing everyone's doubts, Kazekaze shook his head helplessly, a wry smile appearing on his lips. To be honest, Kazekaze did know about this method. Because Naruto used this method to compress what should have taken over a decade into a few months. Wind Release Rasengan was one. Sage Mode was another.
"I've never used this method..." Kazekaze took a deep breath. It wasn't because he had a Check-in System and didn't want to spend time on such things. In fact, Kazekaze had always been a very diligent person. Even with the Check-in System, he trained rigorously every day to strengthen his body. The reason he hadn't used this method for training was simply because... He forgot!
After all, there are over seven hundred episodes of Naruto. Kazekaze couldn't easily recall every detail. Now, after Tobirama's reminder, he remembered there was such a method! At the same time, this made Kazekaze even more determined. Determined to go to Mount Myoboku!
'Yeah, I can use this method to compress the time needed to learn Sage Mode.' Kazekaze almost wanted to slap himself. How could he have forgotten? Naruto learned Sage Mode in just three months. Not just because of his extraordinary talent. But because... He was always using shadow clones to cheat!
'The most crucial thing is... At that time, Naruto couldn't easily use the Nine-Tails' chakra, so his number of shadow clones wasn't that many. But I'm different, I have Hashirama's chakra... In terms of chakra alone, my Hashirama chakra can rival that of a tailed beast!'
In other words, Kazekaze thought he might be able to learn Sage Mode in even less time than Naruto. 'And once I learn Sage Mode, my strength will undoubtedly receive a massive boost!' Thinking of this, Kazekaze's mood became excited.
On the contrary, Tobirama and the others felt depressed. They thought they had discovered Kazekaze's secret. But... He admitted it without a second thought. And from his reaction, Kazekaze indeed hadn't used this method for training.
'So, my grandson Kazekaze is indeed a monster... Wait a minute...' Tobirama was suddenly stunned. If what Kazekaze said was true, doesn't that mean his already terrifying training speed can be further shortened? Even if Kazekaze maintained his current growth rate, Tobirama was certain that in less than ten years... No, in less than five years, he would be Hokage. And now, Kazekaze's growth rate could be even faster? What kind of monster is he!
'An eight-year-old Hokage...' Tobirama couldn't help but recall a fleeting thought he had before. Now it seemed... Perhaps the idea of an eight-year-old Hokage might really happen with Kazekaze!