Completing one ninjutsu pushed the progress to a little over 33%.
Now it's already at 45%.
This is because after Kiyoshi learned the Clone Technique, he refocused on Lightning Release: Iron Skin.
Kiyoshi's learning process with this ninjutsu has been very smooth.
It seems that the Yotsuki clan is naturally suited for lightning release and taijutsu.
"It should still be lacking." Kiyoshi exhaled.
The [Strong Physique (White)] Trait hasn't been triggered yet.
The current him is vastly different from himself two months ago.
He is no longer thin and frail, and doesn't look malnourished.
"Hey, Kiyoshi, aren't you leaving yet?"
Kakashi's voice came from outside the door.
"Coming."
Kiyoshi packed his things and walked out with the bag.
The place where he lives belongs to the edge of the Uchiha settlement.
So visiting him is very convenient, as they don't have to go deep into the Uchiha settlement.
Kakashi often comes to find him for some reason. The two come to ninja school together.
From Kakashi, Kiyoshi learned something.
That is, Kakashi's father had gone to carry out a secret mission, and it seems that he is finally coming back.
Kiyoshi knew that this was probably THAT secret mission.
Now Konoha is in a sensitive period, and this mission is estimated to have a great impact on the Land of Fire.
Then, Sakumo will have to face the choice between the mission or his companions.
In the end, he chose his companions.
'So the time has come.' Kiyoshi thought to himself.
Within these few days, the news of the mission failure will spread.
Then there will be one-sided public opinion, and even the companions he had saved will criticize Sakumo.
Thinking of this, Kiyoshi glanced at Kakashi.
Then, Kakashi will graduate this year and be promoted to a Chunin in a very short time.
"Kakashi, Kiyoshi."
As soon as they came in, Rin greeted them enthusiastically.
Her gaze was basically entirely focused on Kakashi.
Kiyoshi nodded.
Kiyoshi had noticed that whenever Kakashi was present, Rin's after-school explanations would become more detailed.
If Kiyoshi was alone, Rin would only guide him for a few days at most before ending this teacher- student type relationship.
Later, Kakashi kept coming, and Rin never said anything about stopping the guidance.
Of course, Obito would come in for various reasons every time.
"Alright, class is starting."
After chatting for a while, the Chunin teacher in charge of teaching history patted the podium.
At this moment, a figure hurriedly ran over.
"I am sorry for being late. I was helping old ladies."
Obito wanted to sneak in, but was caught by the Chunin teacher.
"Never-ending old ladies to help, huh? Go stand at the back."
The Chunin teacher didn't want to listen to Obito's nonsense.
This kid is often late.
On the first day of registration, he needed to get the materials to complete the registration, but Obito was late even at that important moment.
"Uh... I am telling the truth."
Obito scratched the back of his head.
Kiyoshi looked at Obito from below. Before he was corrupted, Obito really liked helping old ladies.
Kiyoshi turned his head and talked to Rin, asking about some shuriken throwing techniques.
Obito glanced down and could see the smug Kakashi looking speechless and Kiyoshi whispering with Rin in the back.
"Hurry up and go." The Chunin teacher urged.
Obito then retracted his gaze and obediently walked back.
Rin said, "Obito, the next class is another subject, you won't be standing for long."
Obito specifically walked on the path next to Rin.
Hearing Rin's comforting words, the depression in Obito's heart was swept away.
'As expected, Rin is the best to me!'
Obito walked back while thinking, even fantasizing about becoming Hokage in the future.
At that time, he will reach the pinnacle of his life, and then marry Rin.
...
After school
Uchiha settlement
Not long after Kiyoshi returned home, someone came to find him, taking him to an ancient building.
Uchiha Hazuki led Kiyoshi here.
"Yakushi, a D-rank lightning release ninjutsu scroll." Hazuki said.
She wore a deep purple Uchiha robe, with the clan crest on the cuffs, and a beauty mark adorned under her eyelids.
Kiyoshi stood behind Hazuki, who was sent by Fugaku to bring Kiyoshi to receive the scroll.
She is also the future mother of Izumi, who had also died at the hands of Itachi.
Fugaku had promised him a ninjutsu one month ago but Hazuki had arrived just now.
Kiyoshi knew very well that this matter was not being taken seriously at all.
Naturally, it was delayed until it could no longer be delayed.
If it weren't for Fugaku's order, Kiyoshi estimated that he wouldn't be able to get this scroll at all.
Other Uchihas would be able to get it in two or three days at most.
It's normal to be ostracized and discriminated against in the Uchiha clan.
After all, the Uchiha are a proud clan.
If Kiyoshi was a mixed-blood born in Konoha, it might not be a big deal.
But he happened to be from the Land of Lightning.
Perhaps the Uchiha ancestors lived in the Land of Lightning, but that had happened too long ago.
In fact, it was so long ago that no Uchiha feels that they have anything to do with the Land of Lightning.
In Sasuke Shinden, Sasuke had learned about the past of the Uchiha and the Land of Lightning from the mouth of the Chinoike clan.
"A new clan member?"
Yakushi poked his head out, looking to be in his early forties, the crisscrossing scars on his cheeks making his smile look ferocious.
Hazuki said, "Yes, he is Uchiha Kiyoshi."
Yakushi grinned, and said, "A mixed-blood of the Uchiha clan is rare, and he is from the Land of Lightning. That's even rarer."
Hazuki didn't respond, only signaling Yakushi to retrieve the scroll.
Kiyoshi stood in place, observing the furnishings of the house.
Yakushi put on an ugly smile.
There are precedents for mixed-bloods in the Uchiha clan, but this is the first time someone has come from a distant place like the Land of Lightning.
He turned and walked towards the iron door at the back, taking out a key to unlock it.
The outside light projected into the dark room, adding a touch of light.
But deeper inside, the sunlight could not penetrate, looking dim. Some white dust floated in the air.
Yakushi lit a few oil lamps, and the room, which had just looked a bit dim, was now illuminated with an orange light.
Inside, there were many old bookshelves, filled with all kinds of scrolls.
"Lightning Release ninjutsu is over here."
Yakushi walked into a place with the word "Lightning" written on it, and picked up a D-rank Lightning Release ninjutsu in his hand.
"Can't I choose myself?"
Kiyoshi raised an eyebrow.
He wanted to choose a ninjutsu that suited him.
Yakushi looked at Hazuki, the scroll in his hand stopping in mid-air.
Hazuki gently shook her head and said, "Fugaku didn't say that he could make decisions on his own."
"Did you hear?"
Yakushi smiled again, the smile causing the scars to pile up again.
"Okay, thank you."
In the end, Kiyoshi didn't say anything, and just took the scroll.
After getting the scroll, the two came out of the room.
Yakushi locked the iron door and sat back on the stool under the eaves in front.
"Fugaku is the clan leader, we need to follow his orders."
After walking a distance, Hazuki suddenly spoke.
"I know, Hazuki-sama, this is for my own good. After all, I don't know which ninjutsu is suitable for me." Kiyoshi nodded, revealing a smile.
It doesn't matter if they have malicious towards him. He will just collect some interest later.
Isn't that fair?
Hazuki was stunned. She looked at Kiyoshi's simple and honest smile, obviously not expecting Kiyoshi to be so sensible.
A soft smile slightly stretched her eyebrows and she said, "It's good that you can think like this."