Board Thread:Hidden Leaf Village/@comment-24937485-20191209230808/@comment-24937485-20191211091419

“Put it into the staff?” Zhiro muttered after Tarou, slightly confused until his peer began to explain more as Zhiro thought back to the fight at the temple. When Tarou had slain that brute capable of killing a dozen men with ease. Yes… wood…. That’s right, Tarou did use wood, Zhiro thought. How unusual. He had never heard of any Shinobi being able to perform such a feat. What kind of Ninjutsu was Tarou using exactly?

Tarou’s explanation of the Jutsu he had in mind, regarding making the staff grow, was indeed a very smart idea. But Zhiro was far too confused to understand. “Use chakra to grow the staff? Eh? How? I don’t think that is possible….”. He scoffed and shook his head as if Tarou was sprouting impossible nonsense. But little did Zhiro know….

It was then that the youth’s smile diminished at which Zhiro too looked more serious. It was unbecoming to see Tarou with such an expression. He had only seen something similar once back during that battle. Back when they were sitting at the table. And that’s when Tarou revealed his secret. And it was only then that things somewhat began to connect for Zhiro.

Tarou was able to use his chakra to do something special which nobody else could do. That’s how he used wood to kill the brute. And surely that had something to do with the spear-growing jutsu, thought Zhiro while keeping his eyes locked onto those of Tarou. It was surprising to hear that not even his mother knew seeing as Tarou shared such a special bond with her. This must surely mean that this secret was no mere simple secret. This was something which could have life or death implication. Zhiro knew enough.

“I understand. I won’t tell a soul. Not even if they pull out my hair and nails. I promise.”. He nodded with a serious glare to his eyes which showed that he understood the burden and importance of the secret. The eyes of one who would fight to protect it under any circumstances.

As such Zhiro arose to his feet with increased determination and motivation. “We both have reasons to get stronger. So, let’s get started. I have a idea for you to train that jutsu you were talking about. I don’t really get it, but you want to make it grow bigger with your wood powers right?”

Zhiro moved away 2 yards from Tarou and then faced him again. “Let’s see if you can make it long enough to hit me without extending your arms. I’m not going to make it easy on you though.”. For now, however, Zhiro kept a relaxed posture while watching Tarou with intrigue.