Chapter 27: Befriending Guy
What left the deepest impression on Koshino wasn't Guy's terrifying power when the Eight Gates were fully opened, but rather his life's journey of growth.
In the current Konoha Village, who is truly a genius?
Aside from Koshino, who has just gained some fame, and Uchiha Itachi, there's Kakashi Hatake, who became a Jonin at twelve and created an S-rank jutsu!
However, after the Battle of Kannabi Bridge, Koshino knew that Kakashi's reputation would start to decline.
Having obtained the Sharingan from Obito, anyone would think that with Kakashi's talent, he would surely carve out another legend in the ninja world.
But Kakashi, burdened by bonds, saw his strength stagnate. Even during the original storyline, he had become an ordinary person, nearly losing to Zabuza Momochi, the Demon of the Mist.
In contrast, Guy, the guy with mediocre talent, seized the opportunity when Kakashi faltered and caught up.
Through hard work and effort, he earned the title of Konoha's Blue Beast and became Kakashi's lifelong rival.
Even in the Fourth Great Ninja War of the original story, he was far more formidable than the sidelined Kakashi.
So, if there's someone Koshino truly respects, Guy is definitely one of them.
Especially when Koshino saw the dried sweat stains under Guy's feet at 5 a.m., he couldn't help but think to himself,
"Graduating at 7, becoming a Chunin at 11, Guy relied not on talent but on diligence and effort. Compared to Guy, I've been a bit lazy recently!"
"It took me nearly half a month, even with the help of Shadow Clones, to complete just the first stage of my projectile training.
At this rate, Itachi and other geniuses in Konoha will catch up with me sooner or later!"
"No way! Even if it's just for the title of genius, I have to start giving it my all from today!"
"From now on, I'll leave the projectile training to my Shadow Clones! After all, the most difficult first stage of projectile training is complete. I need to shift my focus in training!"
Thinking this, Koshino looked at Guy, who was sweating in the training field, and a faint smile appeared on his face.
Then, he pulled up the development function list, noting that the new jutsu training was just over 30% complete.
Koshino realized that developing new jutsu would take a long time, so he decided to shift his training focus to taijutsu.
Never underestimate taijutsu; often, in ninja battles, taijutsu is the real key.
Even future Kakashi Hatake, how many times can he use Chidori with his chakra reserves? In battles using the Sharingan, Kakashi often tires out before his opponents fall.
This shows that most Jonin defeat their enemies with taijutsu. Currently, Koshino's taijutsu is a weak point.
Without diligent training, even mastering more clan secret techniques and ninjutsu, he'll just be cannon fodder on the battlefield.
Recognizing one's shortcomings means addressing them.
Especially since a third of the projectile training is complete, Koshino believes that using Shadow Clones for training can finish the remaining two stages.
So, after using the Multi Shadow Clone Jutsu to create over ten clones, feeling that only a third of his chakra remained, Koshino smiled and appeared in front of Guy.
Guy, who was training, clearly hadn't noticed Koshino's presence.
Almost the moment Koshino appeared, Guy assumed a combat stance and shouted coldly, "Who is it!"
"Sorry, I just checked out this training ground yesterday and didn't expect someone to be training here so early."
"Uh... I hope I didn't disturb you?"
Spying on someone's training is a taboo in the ninja world.
So, as soon as Koshino appeared, he quickly apologized to Guy.
Fortunately, Guy wasn't one to hold grudges, and Koshino soon saw Guy smile and say, "Oh, you're training too! No problem, let's train together! This training ground is pretty quiet, and I usually like training here."
"By the way, I haven't asked your name yet!"
"My name is Nara Koshino. Please take care of me from now on!"
"What? You're Nara Koshino?"
As soon as he introduced himself, Koshino suddenly noticed a change in Guy's eyes.
Although his outfit was similar to the original storyline, featuring the iconic bowl haircut and a tight green jumpsuit, the red scarf around his neck added a slightly fashionable touch.
But who could have imagined that when Guy heard Koshino announce his name, not only did his eyes light up with a gleam, but his exposed teeth shone as if advertising toothpaste.
"Nara Koshino, I've heard of your name!"
"You're the genius of the village, right? I want to challenge you!"
Well then!
Originally, Koshino thought Guy might have some special hobby. Who would have thought he was yet another challenger coming to test the genius?
However, while Koshino might not take other challengers seriously, who was standing before him now? It was none other than the "Might Guy" from the original series!
So, hearing Guy's challenge, Koshino smiled and replied, "You haven't told me your name yet, that seems a bit impolite!"
"Oh! Oh! Sorry!"
"My name is Might Guy, but you can call me Guy!"
He scratched his head apologetically and smiled as he asked, "Koshino, I've always had a dream to prove that even the underdog can defeat a genius.
Kakashi used to be my target, but unfortunately, I haven't been able to find him lately. Now that I've finally met you, I want to spar with you!"
As he spoke, Guy's eyes seemed to ignite with passion, and he immediately asked, "Koshino, can we spar?"
"Of course, no problem!"
"But you should rest a bit first! You've just used up a lot of energy training, right?"
Koshino kindly reminded Guy, but Guy just smiled and replied, "It's fine, this bit of training is nothing!"
"Koshino, since you've agreed to spar, I'm going to start now!"
"Watch out!"
"Whoosh!"
When it comes to Guy's personality, it's really quite straightforward.
Interacting with someone like him, you don't need to worry about any ulterior motives.
But to spar just like that was a bit unexpected for Koshino.
Especially since Koshino's taijutsu wasn't very strong to begin with.
Even though Guy used his signature Leaf Hurricane, under Guy's robust strength, Koshino, who blocked the Leaf Hurricane with his palm, still couldn't help but take a few steps back.
However, after regaining his balance, Koshino's gaze towards Guy changed!
"What a formidable Guy, your taijutsu is indeed impressive!"
"But relying solely on taijutsu won't be enough to defeat me!"
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