Tōshirō coughed lightly. "Uh, Orochimaru, we didn't mean it like that."
"As long as you two are happy, don't worry about my feelings."
Orochimaru sounded resentful, like a scorned lover. Deep down, he wished he had never discovered their secret relationship—at least then, he wouldn't have to endure being force-fed their affection.
Thinking about it, he suddenly recalled Jiraiya's face and sighed. Sometimes, ignorance truly is bliss.
Tsunade, feeling awkward, casually threw out a question to lighten the mood. "Orochimaru, have you ever thought about getting a girlfriend?"
Orochimaru: ???
"There are plenty of great girls in the Senju clan. I could introduce you to some."
Orochimaru was an outstanding shinobi, and Tsunade knew that many girls from her clan had a crush on him. They often came to her, hoping she could help them get closer to him.
Orochimaru: …
"What's wrong?"
"Your Tōshirō said something similar to me before—except he was talking about the Uchiha clan."
Orochimaru scoffed, "I guess it's true what they say—birds of a feather flock together."
Tōshirō: …
Tsunade: …
"Uh, I'm going to train now." Tōshirō quickly changed the subject to escape the awkward moment.
Tsunade smiled. "Mm, do your best."
Hearing Tsunade's encouraging voice behind him, Tōshirō took a deep breath, closed his eyes for a moment, then summoned two shadow clones. Learning from his previous failed attempts, he set out once more to refine his improved Rasengan.
The two shadow clones worked on his right palm, carefully adjusting the chakra flow. Soon, chakra started to condense, swirling in his hand. A blue arc of light surrounded it, making a sharp whirring sound.
Tsunade, worried he might fail again, watched him closely.
Orochimaru observed as the ball of blue chakra in Tōshirō's hand gathered, rotated, twisted, and deformed. As the motion intensified, its shape slowly stabilized.
"This is…"
Orochimaru held his breath and focused his gaze.
Sweat dripped from Tōshirō's forehead as he stared at the newly formed Rasengan in his palm. Finally, he could rest for a moment.
Unlike the standard Rasengan, this one didn't remain in a perfect sphere. Instead, the chakra spiraled upward, forming a vortex—narrow at the bottom, widening at the top, resembling a tornado.
"So this is the new Rasengan?"
Orochimaru's eyes sparkled with excitement—he looked even happier than if he had created the technique himself.
Tōshirō nodded, staring at the swirling tornado of chakra in his palm. He had a feeling that this Rasengan wasn't meant to attack in the usual way. "Step back a bit, both of you. I want to test its power."
Orochimaru and Tsunade nodded and moved a safe distance away. "Is this far enough?"
"Yeah, that should do."
After confirming their distance, Tōshirō bent his arm and then flung the tornado-shaped Rasengan forward. As soon as it left his hand, it rapidly expanded, spinning like a twister across the ground. The winds gathered violently, creating a powerful vortex. Then, with a loud explosion, the attack dispersed, leaving behind a cracked and cratered surface.
Having seen the full impact and range of the technique, Tōshirō gained a clear understanding of its capabilities. In terms of concentrated damage, it was slightly weaker than a normal Rasengan, but in terms of area of effect, it was far superior. Given the widespread destruction it caused upon impact, it seemed more suited for mid-to-long-range combat.
However, one drawback was that using it at close range might risk getting caught in the blast.
Overall, though, the technique showed great potential for further development.
Thinking of this, Tōshirō thanked Orochimaru and casually praised him, "Orochimaru, you're a genius for coming up with this method."
Orochimaru shook his head humbly. "I'm merely standing on the shoulders of those before me. But you, Tōshirō, took my suggestion and transformed this technique in less than a day—that's what's truly impressive."
After some mutual praise, Orochimaru suggested giving this technique a name.
Tōshirō found the idea reasonable. "How about 'Orochimaru'?"
Orochimaru: ???
"Think about it. This technique was developed based on your suggestion, so I figured I'd name it after you. Plus, your name and Rasengan both share the character '丸' (Maru). Doesn't that feel fitting?"
Orochimaru's face stiffened as he imagined the embarrassing scene of shouting his own name while using the technique. He quickly shook his head in protest. "I think you should be more careful with naming it. How about Tornado instead?"
Tōshirō rubbed his chin and thought for a moment. "From a visual perspective, that does fit. Alright, let's go with Tornado."
"Great. Then let me congratulate you on acquiring a new jutsu."
Tōshirō chuckled. "I initially planned for you to gain a new jutsu, but in the end, I was the one who benefited."
"You're too polite. Helping you develop this jutsu also helps me learn."
"Oh? That's true."
Orochimaru then posed another question. "This jutsu already has such power with just shape transformation. Have you considered adding nature transformation?"
Tōshirō nodded. "Good suggestion."
Curious, Orochimaru asked, "Tōshirō, what chakra nature do you plan to add?"
Tsunade, who was listening, jumped in. "Isn't it obvious? He's skilled in Ice Release, so of course, he'll add Ice Release."
"You really are sharp, Tsunade." Tōshirō praised her before adding, "But… you're only half right."
Tsunade blinked in confusion.
Without keeping them in suspense, Tōshirō revealed his plan. "I intend to develop Tornado into a combination jutsu."
"A combination jutsu?"
Both Tsunade and Orochimaru were surprised.
Tōshirō nodded, confirming, "For the specific chakra natures, I plan to use Wind Release and Ice Release."
Typically, combination jutsu involve casting two separate jutsu that merge into a stronger effect, requiring precise control. For most people, this is difficult. But with Tōshirō's Sharingan, which allows him to see chakra flow clearly, the difficulty is significantly reduced. Combined with his natural talent, this type of jutsu wouldn't take too long for him to master.
Orochimaru, understanding Tōshirō's reasoning, was impressed. "As expected of Tōshirō. You're thinking ahead of the rest of us."
Hearing this, Tsunade felt a competitive fire ignite in her. "If that's the case, I'll develop my own combination jutsu too!"
Tōshirō was surprised. "Tsunade, you want to develop a combination jutsu?"
Tsunade clenched her fist, determined. "I refuse to be left behind as just a pretty face."
Tōshirō raised both hands in support. "What kind of combination jutsu? Do you have an idea?"
"Of course! I'll base it on my own strengths."
"Your strengths?"
"Remember the Earth Release: Earth Spear jutsu you taught me? I've already mastered it. Now, I plan to take it a step further and merge it with my Superhuman Strength technique. If I succeed, it'll be incredibly powerful!"
Tōshirō thought for a moment before blurting out, "That sounds like Armament Haki."
Armament Haki grants enhanced defense and attack power.
If Tsunade successfully combined Earth Release: Earth Spear with her Superhuman Strength, it would essentially be a ninja equivalent of Armament Haki.
"Armament Haki? What's that?"
"Uh…" Tōshirō quickly made up an excuse. "That's the name I came up with for your combination jutsu."
"That's a really weird name for a jutsu."
"Think about it! When you use Earth Release: Earth Spear, your skin turns dark, right? It makes you resistant to blades, immune to fire and water—like you're covered in an armored color. And as for 'Haki,' it represents the intimidation your enemies will feel when facing your overwhelming strength."
Tōshirō spouted nonsense to justify the name.
Tsunade's eyes sparkled. "Alright then! Once I develop this jutsu, I'll name it Earth Release: Armament Haki!"
Tōshirō: …
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