[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-naruto-strongest-shinobi-system-with-a-glitch":3,"chapter-naruto-strongest-shinobi-system-with-a-glitch-naruto-strongest-shinobi-system-with-a-glitch-chapter-290":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Naruto: Strongest Shinobi System With a Glitch",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1819478,2309,"Chapter 290: Rasengan vs Chidori!","naruto-strongest-shinobi-system-with-a-glitch-chapter-290",290,"\u003Cp>The summer heat settled heavily over the village, turning the air thick and shimmering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the training grounds, Kitazawa stood with his arms folded, quietly watching the students of the Genius Class sweat under the relentless sun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their clothes clung to them, their faces glistened, but none of them slowed down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were shinobi in training—sweat was a badge of progress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Karin.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa’s calm voice cut through the hum of exertion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kitazawa-sensei!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Karin immediately jogged over, wiping her forehead with her sleeve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’ve already mastered theSealing Barrier,\" Kitazawa said, his tone approving but even. \"So today, I’ll teach you a new sealing technique—theFour Limbs Heavy Seal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Kitazawa-sensei!\" Karin said brightly, beaming despite the heat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s move to the shade,\" Kitazawa suggested, glancing at the burning sun. \"This technique is complex—I’ll explain it to you first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He walked toward a nearby tree, and Karin followed, her heart warming slightly at his thoughtfulness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kitazawa-sensei is so kind,\" she said softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa raised a hand and tapped her lightly on the forehead. \"Don’t think flattery will make me go easy on you,\" he said with a small smirk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, three glowing lines of text flashed across his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Current Mission: Help Uchiha Sasuke master Chidori.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mission Reward: Lightning Release: False Darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mission complete. Reward issued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, Sasuke had finally learnedChidori.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had almost forgotten that this mission even existed—Kakashi had been handling Sasuke’s training lately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, the reward wasn’t bad.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lightning Release: False Darkness—a high-level Ninjutsu once used by Kakuzu, the man known for mastering all five elements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kakuzu’s ability came from his forbidden technique,Earth Grudge Fear,which allowed him to steal others’ hearts and inherit their chakra nature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had five hearts—Earth, Wind, Fire, Lightning, and Water—making him a living elemental arsenal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa rubbed his chin thoughtfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He already knew Kakuzu’sFire Release: Scorching Blast,Wind Release: Pressure Damage, and now,Lightning Release: False Darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In theory, these three could be combined into a devastating compound ninjutsu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could he recreate it himself?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smirked faintly at the thought, but dismissed it almost immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had too much on his plate already—Strength of a Hundred Seal, Five Elements Great Combination,andWood Releasetraining, to name a few.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After explaining the new technique to Karin for half an hour, Kitazawa sent her off to practice and turned back to his own training.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he didn’t get far before spotting two familiar figures approaching.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kakashi and Sasuke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa paused and turned. \"What’s the matter?\" he asked, glancing between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kakashi’s single visible eye curved in its usual unreadable expression, but he didn’t answer—he simply looked toward Sasuke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke stepped forward. \"Kitazawa-sensei,\" he said, his voice calm but charged with confidence. \"I want to challenge Naruto.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa blinked, then glanced up at the cloudless blue sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A perfectly clear day. Figures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see,\" he said lightly. \"So it’s finally time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He’s learnedLightning Release: Chidori,\" Kakashi added helpfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah, that explains it,\" Kitazawa said, pretending to realize it just now. \"Perfect. You two haven’t sparred in a while anyway. Let’s see how much you’ve both improved.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>TheGenius Classhad switched to mission-based monthly exams recently, so sparring between Naruto and Sasuke had become rare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Follow me,\" Kitazawa said, leading them toward the training ground where the others were gathered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sasuke!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naruto was the first to notice, waving energetically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why is Sasuke here?\" Ino asked, frowning slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No clue,\" Shikamaru muttered, looking half-dead from exhaustion. \"I just hope it doesn’t mean extra work...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone, fifteen-minute break,\" Kitazawa announced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Naruto and Sasuke were going to fight, the explosion of chakra alone would be enough to disrupt training—better to let the others rest and watch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shikamaru’s eyes lit up. He dropped to the ground immediately, sighing in relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"An early break?\" Shino adjusted his glasses, suspicious. \"Kitazawa-sensei must have something planned.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Could it be the team list for the next exam?\" Tenten guessed, brightening. \"I hope I’m teamed with Neji this time!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neji shook his head. \"Unlikely. He always announces the team assignments two weeks in advance, and it’s not time yet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before anyone could add more, Sasuke stepped forward, his expression calm and sharp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Naruto,\" he said. \"I want to challenge you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright!\" Naruto grinned wide, energy sparking in his blue eyes. \"I’ve been waiting for this!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone, clear the field,\" Kitazawa said, gesturing for the others to move back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A spar between Naruto and Sasuke could level half the training ground if left unchecked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Stay close,\" he added. \"If things go south, I’ll step in.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hinata hurried to Kitazawa’s left side, hands clasped nervously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ino moved to his right, her eyes bright with curiosity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rest of the class quickly gathered beside them, murmuring in anticipation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A gentle wind swept across the field, carrying the sharp tang of chakra in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stage was set.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s a pity Sakura isn’t here,\" Ino said suddenly, a thought striking her mid-sentence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sakura was currently training by the artificial lake, learning Water Release under Kosuke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maybe it’sbetterthat she’s not,\" Shikamaru said, stifling a yawn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You think Sasuke’s going to lose?\" Ino asked teasingly, a grin tugging at her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shikamaru shook his head. \"If Sasuke’s bold enough to challenge Naruto, he’s definitely gotten stronger. But if Sakura were here, she’d be cheering for Sasuke no matter what.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ino couldn’t help but laugh—that was exactly the reason they called Sakurathe jinx.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kiba, Choji, Tenten, and even Yakumo chuckled quietly, clearly in on the joke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I heard Sasuke’s been focusing on Lightning Release lately,\" Neji said, his voice serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone’s laughter faded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neji’s tone carried weight—a sign that this wasn’t just another friendly spar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Sasuke had truly made progress in Lightning Release, then defeating him would be far from easy. But only this battle would reveal justhow farhe’d come.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Swordsmanship, Genjutsu, Fire Release, and now Lightning Release...\" Kiba whistled low. \"Sasuke’s turning into a total monster.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re human, Kiba,\" Shikamaru said dryly, patting him on the shoulder. \"Don’t compare yourself tonon-humans.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s not just Sasuke,\" Shino added quietly. \"Naruto’s growth is just as unnatural.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His kikaichu had been mutating rapidly from constant chakra exposure—and even they couldn’t keep pace with those two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa stepped forward. \"Spar—begin!\" he announced clearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The chatter stopped instantly. All eyes turned to the two boys at the center of the field.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke and Naruto pressed their hands together in the Seal of Confrontation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A breath of silence—then movement exploded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke drew the Sword of the Thunder God.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a sharphum, blue light flickered along the blade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He lunged forward, the sword whistling through the air in a series of intricate arcs—each swing tracing afterimages of light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaf-Style Swordsmanship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naruto’s eyes darted left and right, trying to read the attack. For a moment, it was impossible to tell where the real strike was coming from.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t bother guessing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raising the massive Samehada, Naruto braced himself and blocked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spiked blade shuddered, its scales bristling outward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A crispclangrang out as the thunder god’s sword met Samehada’s gnashing scales.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The living blade growled—then snapped forward tobiteSasuke’s weapon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke’s expression didn’t change. He leapt back, exhaling a powerful stream of fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fire Release: Great Fireball Jutsu!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flames roared forward—only to vanish as Samehada opened wide anddevouredthe attack whole.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before it could act again, Naruto tossed the sword aside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shadow Clone Jutsu!\" he shouted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a puff of white smoke, hundreds of Narutos appeared, swarming across the field.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Samehada twitched in confusion, unable to tell which Naruto was real, so it simply waited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two clones dashed ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Leaf Great Whirlwind!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They launched synchronized kicks at Sasuke—but his two-tomoe Sharingan spun to life, reading every motion with cold precision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead of retreating, Sasuke advanced—chargingintothe swarm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sword of the Thunder God!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lightning chakra surged through the blade, and the weapon flared brilliantly, bursting with raw energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A wave of blinding light exploded outward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naruto’s clones had no time to react—they were instantly shredded and dispelled by the expanding surge of lightning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Samehada!\" Naruto yelled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sentient sword responded immediately, leaping back into action. Its jaws opened and swallowed the lightning whole before it could reach Naruto.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dynamic Entry!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lightning cleared just in time for Naruto to leap high, planting a foot on Samehada’s hilt and using it as a springboard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He kicked downward in midair—a direct strike toward Sasuke’s chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The impact landed, but the body vanished into smoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A Shadow Clone?\" Naruto muttered, narrowing his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dazzling lightning had blinded him just long enough for Sasuke to swap himself out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most of his own clones had been destroyed in the chaos—he hadn’t even noticed the substitution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—chirpchirp chirp!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sharp, piercing cry of a thousand birds filled the field.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naruto spun around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke was charging straight at him, right hand crackling with deadly blue lightning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chidori!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The killing intent was overwhelming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wind Release: Violent Wind Palm!\"Naruto shouted instinctively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it wasn’t him who used it—his remaining clones launched the jutsu to intercept.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could only backpedal, heart pounding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Samehada sprang between them, swinging its massive body at Sasuke in a desperate attempt to block.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Sasuke’s reaction was razor-sharp—he flung a shuriken with his free hand, striking Samehada and knocking it off balance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the same motion, his Chidori lunged straight toward Naruto.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wind Release: Violent Wind Palm!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The surviving clones hit Sasuke with a gust of powerful wind—just enough to alter his trajectory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go!\" one of the clones yelled, throwing himself in front of Naruto.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Chidori pierced through the clone’s chest. The clone screamed, bursting into smoke—but the momentary distraction gave Naruto time to leap back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He skidded across the ground, breathing hard. His heart was hammering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That lightning... that speed...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’d almost forgotten what it felt like—the fear, the thrill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As expected of my lifelong rival!\" Naruto shouted, grinning wildly despite the sweat dripping down his face. \"Nowthisis what youth is all about!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke stared at him wordlessly, expression unreadable. Inside, he was already regretting taking this challenge—but his pride refused to show it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The students watching were frozen in awe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What kind of Lightning Release is that?\" Kiba gasped. \"It looks way stronger than Rasengan!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What terrifying power...\" Tenten murmured. \"In terms of sheer lethality, Chidori might even surpass Rasengan.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wasn’t wrong—the Rasengan shredded, while the Chidori pierced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Different in nature, but the result was the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A direct hit from either would leave nothing but ruin behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s Kakashi-sensei’s signature Lightning Release,\" Shikamaru suddenly said, realization dawning on his face. \"It’s called Lightning Release: Chidori—an A-rank Ninjutsu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Another A-rank technique?\" Ino groaned, exasperated. \"We’re the same age, so why are Naruto and Sasuke already pulling off moves like that?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Excellent question,\" Shino murmured approvingly, as if grading a paper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Neji stayed silent, his expression unreadable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no doubt—Chidori, like Rasengan, was something he couldn’t block head-on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if he used Gentle Fist and Tenketsu to disrupt their chakra flow, actuallystoppingan attack like that would be nearly impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And it wasn’t just those techniques.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naruto’s Wind Release and his overwhelming Shadow Clones, Sasuke’s genjutsu and swordsmanship—every one of them was something Neji had to take seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He let out a quiet sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a straight-up fight, his odds of victory were slim. His only chance of topping them now was through mission-based exams, where tactics mattered more than raw power.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sasuke! Let’s keep going!\" Naruto yelled, brimming with energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You won’t be as lucky this time,\" Sasuke replied coolly, the corner of his mouth twitching upward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Multiple Shadow Clone Jutsu!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a puff of smoke, hundreds of Narutos filled the training ground again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke exhaled slowly, focusing his chakra. He leapt high into the air, unleashing a hail of shuriken from both hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naruto could afford to be reckless—his chakra reserves were enormous. Sasuke couldn’t.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chidori consumed massive amounts of chakra; at best, he could use it twice before hitting his limit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wind Release: Violent Wind Palm!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several Narutos clapped their hands, and a gust of wind howled across the field, reversing the trajectory of the shuriken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke’s eyes widened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In that instant, he infused his sword with chakra—the Sword of the Thunder God flared with blinding light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along with the returning shuriken, he swung downward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dodge!\" Naruto shouted to his clones before forming another set of seals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wind Release: Shuriken!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A blade of compressed air shot forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke’s instincts screamed danger—he quickly raised his lightning sword to block.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind-enhanced shuriken slammed into the blade with a sharpclang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke staggered, pain flashing through his arm. He glanced down—a thin gash bled across the back of his hand. The wind chakra had sliced through despite the block.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He twisted midair, landing on one knee just as Naruto hefted Samehada like a giant club.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The monstrous sword came crashing down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke rolled hard, dirt flying, barely dodging the strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew better than to attack Samehada directly—the weapon could absorb chakra on contact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rasengan!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naruto didn’t give him a moment’s rest. The swirling orb of blue chakra bloomed in his palm as he charged forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke reacted instantly—tossing the Sword of the Thunder God aside and forming seals in one fluid motion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air filled with a piercing, electric cry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chidori!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two jutsu clashed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lightning met spiraling chakra with a deafeningcrack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the explosion could erupt, Kitazawa flashed between them, catching both of their wrists.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The collision dispersed in a burst of wind and sparks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naruto winced—his right hand tingled with numbness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke’s sleeve was torn, a spiral-shaped wound marking his forearm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa released them, stepping back. He had absorbed part of the impact himself to prevent serious injuries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke gritted his teeth and lunged with a kunai, but Naruto, quicker to recover, spun and countered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Leaf Whirlwind!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His kick landed squarely, sending Sasuke flying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke hit the ground hard, clutching his abdomen. His right arm refused to respond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he could rise, several Shadow Clones surrounded him, ready to strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Naruto, stop.\" Kitazawa’s voice cut through the tension. \"The outcome’s clear. There’s no need to continue.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naruto froze, then nodded, dismissing his clones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa crouched beside Sasuke, healing his arm. Compared to Naruto’s minor scrapes, Sasuke’s injuries were far worse—but the real damage wasn’t physical.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had trained relentlessly, mastered Chidori, and challenged Naruto with full confidence... only to lose again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even with all this power, I still can’t win...?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Frustration twisted in his chest like a blade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you think Chidori is weaker than Rasengan?\" Kitazawa asked, glancing at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke hesitated, then nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chidori’s meant for assassination,\" Kitazawa explained calmly. \"Rasengan’s for overwhelming power—the purest Ninjutsu that doesn’t need hand signs.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused, looking at Sasuke’s confused expression. \"The Fourth developed it to mimic the Tailed Beast Ball—pure destructive force. As for stealth, he relied on the Flying Thunder God instead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa smiled faintly. \"Don’t be discouraged. There’s a Chidori variant that can counter Rasengan. I’ll teach it to you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sasuke’s eyes lit up instantly. \"Really?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chidori Nagashi.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kakashi, who had been silently watching from the sidelines, raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A variant?\" he murmured. He remembered Kitazawa mentioning long ago that he wanted to modify Chidori—to make it usable even without the Sharingan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So he’d finally done it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder people called Kitazawa the next Senju Tobirama—a genius who created new jutsus as easily as breathing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kakashi,\" Kitazawa turned to him, a sly grin on his face. \"You want to learn it too? Teaching one or two doesn’t make a difference.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, glowing text appeared before Kitazawa’s eyes:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Current Mission: Teach Kakashi Hatake and Uchiha Sasuke \"Lightning Release: Chidori Nagashi.\"]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Mission Reward: Lightning Release: Kirin.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Accept?]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa’s lips curled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As expected,\" he thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reward surprised him—but he wasn’t complaining.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though Kakashi had given him the scroll for Lightning Release: Kirin, he’d never actually learned it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>S-rank Ninjutsu took immense effort—and he’d been too busy mastering others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, with the system mission triggered, he could skip the grind entirely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In hindsight, it made perfect sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both Sasuke and Kakashi already understood Chidori. Teaching them its evolved form would be easy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And for Kitazawa—another step closer to the pinnacle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>--------------------------------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>AN: Check out my P@treon For +40 extra Chapters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thank You For your Support!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[email protected]\u002Fnoviceauthor777\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-----------------------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To keep the Chapters coming - Support with POWER STONES.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For Every 200 power stones - 1 BONUS Chapter.\u003C\u002Fp>",2710,"2026-06-09T05:35:56.024Z",1,"novelbin.me","50986b800808dd84a21bad113efb43db838c86c24f382c5a43afd5284943c108","naruto-strongest-shinobi-system-with-a-glitch-chapter-388","naruto-strongest-shinobi-system-with-a-glitch-chapter-387",444,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fnaruto-strongest-shinobi-system-with-a-glitch-cover.jpg"]