Naruto: Wood-Wood Fruit

At this moment—

In the Nara Clan's secluded forest.

A few days prior, during a visit to the Ino-Shika-Cho clans.

At the request of Shikaku and Akimichi, Kiyoshi generously agreed to guide Ino in her training, bringing along her childhood friends, Shikamaru and Choji.

In the last two years, Ino's power had surged, causing both Shikamaru and Choji to feel immense pressure, struggling under the strict training enforced by their families. 

For each generation, the Ino-Shika-Cho trio must grow together, if one fell behind, the team lost its meaning.

Kiyoshi had no intention of dismantling the age-old alliance of the three clans. 

Besides, Shikaku and others had shown him kindness in the past. 

If it hadn't been for their assistance, Tsunade might not have received a personal letter from his grandmother summoning her back to Konoha.

So, while one Wood Clone was busy training Tenten in their usual spot, Kiyoshi assigned another to the Nara forest, guiding the next generation of the Ino-Shika-Cho.

Of course.

With the "boosts" Kiyoshi secretly set up for Ino, her growth was nothing short of astonishing, far surpassing ordinary standards.

Although Shikamaru remained the strategic core of their team, there was no doubt that Ino had become the de facto leader.

"Boom!"

At that moment—

Ino's golden ponytail swayed as her small frame charged forward, her right fist clenched, chakra gathered, and struck with immense force.

The massive rock before her shattered instantly into fragments.

Dust filled the air as shattered rock fragments flew everywhere.

Shikamaru and Choji instinctively recoiled, exchanging glances and swallowing hard as they silently agreed: They'd better not mess with Ino.

"Impressive, Ino. You're mastering the Mighty Fist technique quite well."

After taking some time to guide Tenten in using the scroll-based space-time jutsu to store and release fire and water, Kiyoshi turned his attention to Ino, nodding with satisfaction.

"Hehe, it's all thanks to you, Kiyoshi-nii," Ino said, smiling.

These past few days, her power had reached a whole new level. 

With Kiyoshi's help, her chakra pathways had expanded, her physique had improved significantly, and both her chakra reserves and control had increased. 

Under his training, she had even mastered the Mighty Fist technique.

"Don't get too proud….keep working hard."

Kiyoshi patted her on the head, then looked over at Shikamaru and Choji nearby, smiling. 

"Shikamaru, Choji, you two can't slack off either, keep up your efforts."

Kiyoshi was quite impressed by the determination of Shikaku and the others. 

When he explained that to fully unlock the Ino-Shika-Cho potential, he needed an in-depth understanding of each clan's secret techniques, they didn't hesitate.

In fact, after hearing his request, Shikaku, Inoichi, and Choza convened, and by that very afternoon, they presented Kiyoshi with scrolls containing their family secrets.

The Yamanaka's Mind Transfer Technique, the Nara's Shadow Imitation Techniques, and the Akimichi's Expansion Technique—each a unique form of Yin or Yang Release.

Over the past few days, Kiyoshi thoroughly studied each clan's secret jutsu. 

With his profound understanding and some daring ideas, he even managed to develop new jutsu based on the Shadow Imitation Techniques and Expansion Techniques.

"Kiyoshi, this Shadow Personification Technique is really tough."

Shikamaru's face was downcast as he spoke. He was genuinely astonished at how much his childhood friend had grown. Kiyoshi had not only mastered their secret techniques in no time, but he had also invented a new shadow technique—the Shadow Personification Jutsu, also known as the True Shadow Clone Technique.

This jutsu allowed the user's shadow to solidify into a physical clone that could use all of the Nara Clan's shadow techniques, providing substantial combat power. 

Best of all, the shadow couldn't be injured. However, mastering it was no easy feat.

"And that Wild Lion's Mane Jutsu with the Fire Release nature change."

Choji grimaced as he spoke. Though the Akimichi Clan's techniques were already extensive, Kiyoshi had further enhanced them.

In fact, the Akimichi clan jutsu, which hardened their hair to needle-like strength with Yang Release, combined with the Expansion Jutsu, allowed them to roll into a human tank, crushing enemies in their path. 

While Jiraiya's technique had been perfected, the Akimichi version was still somewhat limited. 

However, after witnessing Jiraiya's jutsu, Kiyoshi adapted it further, allowing the user to manipulate their hair defensively or offensively at will, as Jiraiya did. 

By controlling chakra precisely and combining it with the Akimichi's Expansion Technique, he amplified its power significantly.

Still, learning to control it wasn't simple.

"I've been researching the Nara Clan's shadow techniques lately."

Kiyoshi approached, tapping Shikamaru's head and saying straightforwardly, "I've discovered that their potential is immense and can become a unique path on their own."

"But I can only guide you to the start, you'll have to perfect it yourself. If you succeed, your clan will benefit immensely."

Kiyoshi had no doubts about Shikamaru's intellect and talent, though he knew Shikamaru's laziness held him back. 

This type of person needed a grand goal to give him purpose and push him forward.

"Is it really that amazing?"

Shikamaru scratched his head, finding it hard to believe. He took pride in his clan's techniques but didn't think they could surpass the secret jutsu of other powerful Konoha clans.

"Imagine developing a Shadow Substitution Jutsu that allows your shadow clone to instantly switch places with you. 

Or transforming your shadow into wings for flight." Kiyoshi shrugged as he listed a few ideas.

"Or even creating a Shadow Seal Jutsu that could seal an opponent's shadow, or a Shadow Devourer Jutsu that could absorb an enemy's shadow to enhance the user's power."

"How far you take it is up to you. The Nara Clan's intellect certainly holds the potential to make it all real."

"Gulp!"

Hearing Kiyoshi's words, Choji and Ino exchanged a look of pure astonishment. Their minds opened to new possibilities.

Could these things... actually come true?

As for Shikamaru, he was utterly stunned, his eyes sparkling with interest. The more he thought about it, the more feasible it seemed.

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