[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-teaching-in-naruto-the-system-says-i-m-tsunade-s":3,"chapter-teaching-in-naruto-the-system-says-i-m-tsunade-s-teaching-in-naruto-the-system-says-i-m-tsunade-s-chapter-996":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Teaching in Konoha: The System Says I'm Tsunade's Student",{"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},2224974,4091,"Chapter 996: Teaching in the Hidden Leaf, the System Says I","teaching-in-naruto-the-system-says-i-m-tsunade-s-chapter-996",996,"\u003Cp>Because she had already completed her goal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The roaring sound of wind rang out abruptly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kimimaro Kaguya appeared behind Shigenobu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dead Bone Pulse: Camellia Dance!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bone blade in his hand was swung in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An earth wall rose at high speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shigenobu couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief; he had almost missed it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But... his expression suddenly froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He saw the bone easily pierce through the earth wall and stab into his heart with terrifying speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shigenobu opened his mouth, and blood gushed out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The earth wall shattered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then did he notice that Kimimaro Kaguya had changed drastically; he didn't look like a human anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the Earth Cursed Seal: State Two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shigenobu’s earth wall had blocked the Dead Bone Pulse: Camellia Dance for a second earlier; he thought it could block it again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But under the enhancement of the Earth Cursed Seal: State Two, the Dead Bone Pulse was greatly strengthened, and both speed and power were different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kimimaro Kaguya didn't hesitate to land another blow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shigenobu closed his eyes, his body fell backward, and he fell into an eternal sleep.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We won!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ino Yamanaka said with great excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We actually killed a Jonin?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sakura Haruno asked in disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her imagination, this battle would be extremely difficult.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when they actually fought, she only used three water release ninjutsu and achieved victory easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ninja battles are intelligence battles.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa spoke up, \"Itachi were able to defeat him because he didn't know your intelligence.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He didn't understand Kimimaro’s Earth Cursed Seal and Dead Bone Pulse, so he made the wrong decision when facing Kimimaro’s sneak attack.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sakura Haruno came back to her senses and agreed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And my genjutsu!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ino Yamanaka flicked her golden bangs, put her hands on her hips, and said proudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was my water release and your genjutsu that attracted his attention.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sakura Haruno glared at her and corrected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But my genjutsu played a bigger role!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ino Yamanaka hummed softly and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, Itachi both did very well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa smiled and patted her head, interrupting her argument with Sakura Haruno.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher Kitazawa!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ino Yamanaka rubbed against his hand like a kitten and asked with anticipation, \"Then how many points can I get this time?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry, it will be a very high score.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa answered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What about me? Can I be higher than Ino?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sakura Haruno asked impatiently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Judging by the performance just now, how could your score be higher than mine?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ino Yamanaka asked, unconvinced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look at Itachi two, arguing again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa smiled and said, \"Itachi two will have the same score.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since Teacher Kitazawa said so, I’ll generously accept a draw with Itachi this time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ino Yamanaka looked at Sakura Haruno and said, \"Wait until I learn... wait until next time, I will definitely defeat Itachi!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had almost let slip the Ninja Art: Heart Butterfly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she remembered what Kitazawa had just said about ninja battles being intelligence battles, so she quickly changed her words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It won't be that easy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sakura Haruno said fearlessly, \"I’ll be waiting for your challenge!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had already guessed that Ino Yamanaka was learning a new ninjutsu, but she was also learning a new water release; she didn't think she would necessarily lose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The mission is complete, let’s return the way we came.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa took out a summoning storage scroll, put away Shigenobu’s body, and turned to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kimimaro Kaguya, Ino Yamanaka, and Sakura Haruno followed quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group returned to the Hidden Leaf Village on Monday morning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Itachi go back and rest today, and attend class as usual tomorrow.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa paused and said, \"If the other teams have all returned, then we will announce the rankings tomorrow.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Teacher Kitazawa.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kimimaro Kaguya, Ino Yamanaka, and Sakura Haruno said in unison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa nodded and headed toward the Hokage building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He first submitted the mission at the mission hall and then came to the Hokage office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During his last meeting with Tsunade, because of that kiss, there was one thing he hadn't finished saying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Plus, he had to go out on a mission the next day, so it was delayed until today.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it wasn't anything urgent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher Tsunade.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa pushed the door open and walked in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When did Itachi get back?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade asked with her usual expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa walked in front of her and handed her a ninjutsu scroll.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is this? A mission report?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade asked, somewhat puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Itachi’ll know once Itachi read it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa said with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Tsunade opened the scroll with curiosity and started reading.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After reading a few lines, she discovered it was the Earth Cursed Seal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why show her the Earth Cursed Seal?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade pondered and continued reading; it wasn't until the addition of sealing jutsu that she understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Earth Cursed Seal created by Orochimaru had two states, which could be considered two restrictions, but there were few restrictions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Kitazawa improved it, he added eight restrictions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlocking the first three restrictions would not cause any impact on the body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the first six restrictions were unlocked, it reached the level of the original Earth Cursed Seal: State Two, and long-term use would have side effects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the remaining two restrictions were extra, having different functions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the user experienced a runaway situation, the seventh restriction would be automatically triggered, forcing the user to exit the Earth Cursed Seal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the user suffered a life-threatening situation, at the moment of death, they could unlock the eighth restriction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This eighth restriction was like the Death Gate of the Eight Inner Gates, completely losing control and erupting with full strength to defeat the enemy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, if Itachi’re about to die, why care about side effects? Just go for one last dance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Once Orochimaru’s transformation is finished, combined with your Eight-Fold Earth Cursed Seal, our Hidden Leaf Village can completely form a Cursed Seal Unit!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After reading it, Tsunade looked up and said with some excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Five Great Villages had quite a few special units.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For example, the Hidden Sand Village’s Puppet Unit and the Hidden Stone Village’s Explosion Unit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Hidden Leaf Village, strictly speaking, didn't have any special units.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But if one had to say, it was the units formed by the major ninja clans, such as the sensory unit led by the Byakugan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The appearance of the Earth Cursed Seal was enough for the Hidden Leaf Village to form a Cursed Seal Unit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this Cursed Seal Unit’s strength wouldn't be bad; using the Earth Cursed Seal, the weakest would be elite Chunin and special Jonin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s my thought as well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa nodded and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Itachi’ve made another contribution to the Hidden Leaf Village.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade said with a smile, then suddenly paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She originally wanted to ask what reward he wanted, but she remembered the reward Kitazawa had asked for last time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who do Itachi think should be in charge of this Cursed Seal Unit?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade put down the ninjutsu scroll and changed the question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher Tsunade, answer me one question first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa shook his head and asked, \"Who do Itachi think can join the Cursed Seal Unit?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade was stunned for a moment and fell into thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Earth Cursed Seal was indeed very good and could improve the user’s strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Theoretically, if all ninjas could be inoculated with the Earth Cursed Seal, they could all give it a try.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this wasn't realistic, and it wasn't necessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What are your thoughts?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade noticed Kitazawa’s calm demeanor and couldn't help but ask.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Some Chunin, special Jonin, and especially those whose strength has reached their limit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kitazawa didn't keep her in suspense and said directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your line of thinking is very correct!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade’s eyes lit up upon hearing this and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ones who feared the side effects of the Earth Cursed Seal the least were those ninjas whose strength couldn't break through their bottlenecks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, their strength had already reached its limit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this time, if they were asked to be inoculated with the Earth Cursed Seal, they would definitely agree gladly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And those Jonin, such as Hiruzen Sarutobi, Kakashi Hatake, and Kitazawa, would not agree to be inoculated with the Earth Cursed Seal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because for them, the improvement was limited, and it harmed the body and spirit; it wasn't worth the loss. ===== CHAPTER 999 =====\u003C\u002Fp>",1390,"2026-06-17T20:57:34.071Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","088eefe2e418354f34665c5b6fa9477c9a9e3f315c15fa6303628cf4cdc0bc95","teaching-in-naruto-the-system-says-i-m-tsunade-s-chapter-997","teaching-in-naruto-the-system-says-i-m-tsunade-s-chapter-995",999,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fteaching-in-konoha-the-system-says-i-m-tsunade-s-cover.jpg"]