However, Xia Mu did believe him.
Naruto wasn't actually too stupid, especially in terms of training, and he was good at perseverance, which Naruto did very well.
As for Naruto learning to climb trees and walk on water, the Three Body Technique wouldn't be a problem, and he would definitely graduate smoothly then. But in that case, there would be no plot where Mizuki tempts Naruto to steal the Forbidden Scroll, and Naruto might not be able to learn the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique.
You know, the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique was still being used even when fighting Ōtsutsuki Kaguya.
If Naruto couldn't do it, wouldn't that be bad?
However, Xia Mu was very calm. Sarutobi Hiruzen wanted to PUA Naruto and make him protect Konoha, so he would definitely find a way to have Iruka tie Naruto down. Even without the plot of stealing the Forbidden Scroll, there would be other arrangements, and he would definitely find a way for Naruto to learn one or two techniques, so there was no need to worry too much.
Even if Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't make arrangements, at worst, after Tsunade takes over, he could suggest that Tsunade teach Naruto.
There are always more solutions than problems. It's not necessary to follow the original story completely. Moreover, Naruto is now addicted to card games and not striving for improvement, which is much more serious than not being able to use the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique. This must be corrected first.
On this point, Xia Mu also bore some responsibility, so correcting Naruto's mistake in advance was also necessary.
On the other hand, this would be very interesting.
After Team Seven is formed, Sasuke will find out that he is the only one who can't climb trees or walk on water, and he will definitely be hit hard. It seems Sasuke won't be able to be arrogant anymore.
However, things often turn out unexpectedly.
Seeing that it was getting late, everyone dispersed, but Naruto was still in the same spot learning to climb trees.
He had already asked Xia Mu for tips. Now he just needed to put in the effort. He wouldn't think about anything else for now, even card games were thrown to the back of his mind, focusing solely on learning to climb trees.
His gaming addiction, wasn't that solved!
Then, Sasuke also came here somehow and saw Naruto struggling to climb the tree. The entanglement and bonds between Indra and Asura are hard to comment on.
Over here, as soon as Xia Mu arrived at the Ninjutsu Shop Owner, he was bumped into by a girl with double buns.
"Xia Mu, you're back! I brought you good news!" Tenten said with a smile, her breath carrying the scent of barbecue.
"Happy today?" Xia Mu didn't shy away from the Ninjutsu Shop Owner, his Father-in-law's Byakugan, and directly wrapped Tenten in his arms.
"Mm, very happy. My teammates are great, and my teacher is even better. Plus, I did something good for my favorite boyfriend. Guess what it is?"
"Oh? So what good thing did my most, most favorite girlfriend do for me?"
"Guess! You guess first!"
Tenten seemed very happy, and her childlike nature was fully revealed, completely in a spoiled manner. Xia Mu could only indulge her, and he couldn't guess correctly, otherwise, his cute girlfriend wouldn't have a sense of accomplishment.
"I really can't guess. Did you cook tonight?"
"Hehe! Wrong guess!"
Tenten showed her white teeth, "Xia Mu, you don't know, do you? My team leader is actually Teacher Kai, the one you said was the strongest! Although Teacher Kai's appearance is weird, I think he is indeed very strong, and he has already agreed to teach me the Eight Gates. He also said he wants to check your physical condition, and if you are suitable for cultivating the Eight Gates, he will teach you too."
Xia Mu was stunned for a moment, then overjoyed: "Really? Tenten, you really surprised me!"
Before, Xia Mu was still worried about whether Tenten would be assigned to Team Guy. He didn't expect Tenten to bring back such good news directly.
The Eight Gates! Xia Mu had waited for too long!
He was really impatient to learn it!
As long as he learns the Eight Gates, with Xia Mu's current physical strength, opening the Seventh Gate to fight a Shadow Level is not a problem. When he graduates, he will be twelve years old, and he can increase the training volume in the gravity training room. His physical strength will definitely skyrocket. By then, opening the Fifth Gate to fight a Shadow Level or opening the Seventh Gate to kick an Ōtsutsuki will be a piece of cake.
"So, how is my most, most, most beloved boyfriend going to reward his girlfriend?" Tenten looked shy.
"Well..."
Xia Mu glanced at his Father-in-law and directly carried Tenten to the backyard.
Although he had been dating Tenten for several years, because they were still young, it was at most holding hands, hugging, and kissing cheeks. Their first kiss was still there. Now that they were a bit older, it was time for their first kiss.
Mm, Tenten's first kiss tasted like barbecue...
The Shopkeeper Uncle pretended not to see.
Anyway, he had gotten used to seeing his good daughter and Xia Mu being lovey-dovey over the years.
Since Tenten had decided on Xia Mu, as a father, he wouldn't refuse this son-in-law. He was just waiting for them both to grow up so he could hold his grandchildren.
After a long while, the two came out with red faces, their mouths slightly swollen.
The Shopkeeper Uncle laughed and scolded: "What are you standing around for! Go cook quickly! Your dad is still hungry!"
In the following days, the Ninja Academy reopened, and Xia Mu reached his final year before graduation, while Tenten began her official Ninja career.
However, the early missions were all D-rank, basically finding cats and dogs, weeding, planting crops, and the like, with low pay and a lot of trouble.
Fortunately, Tenten knew the Shadow Clone Technique, so she directly sent her Shadow Clones to work while she trained on the side. Seeing this, Neji also followed suit, which made Xiao Li envious to the point of tears.
Kai didn't stop them. After all, D-rank missions weren't important, as long as they were completed.
As for how they were completed, there was no need to care.
In addition, there was another purpose for doing D-rank missions, which was to cultivate the bonds and rapport between teammates. This required long-term adjustment and couldn't be rushed.
At this time, Neji proactively found Tenten: "Tenten, fight me once."
Tenten looked at this usually cool and aloof class heartthrob, and after comparing them in her heart, she still felt her own boyfriend was better.
She didn't refuse either: "Okay, then let Teacher Kai be the referee."
Kai was naturally enthusiastic about this: "Yosh! Then I will be the referee for this youthful and passionate battle. This battle should be stopped before anyone gets seriously hurt. You must not injure your comrades. If necessary, I will intervene. Alright, begin!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Neji rushed forward with a Ninja run.
Tenten was fearless and immediately took out two scrolls, using her self-created Twin Rising Dragons. A dense barrage of Ninja Tools covered Neji overwhelmingly.
Neji showed a serious expression, immediately activated his Byakugan, and then took a stance. Bagua patterns seemed to appear under his feet. Immediately after, the Chakra around his body began to rotate, and he himself was also rotating, instantly forming a hemispherical protective shield, deflecting all the incoming Ninja Tools.
"Rotation!"
Clang! Clang! Clang! Clang!
Tenten's rain of Ninja Tools was completely useless, all deflected to the ground.
But Tenten wasn't surprised by this. After forming a few hand signs, she directly charged forward with a Kunai. Just as Neji finished rotating, he also took out a Kunai to counter.
However, under his Byakugan, he saw an unexpected sight:
Tenten's Chakra pathway had a problem, and she seemed to have an extra pair of hands behind her! .