Chapter 267: Selection Complete
"Okay, okay, it's over there," Minato said, stepping forward to ease the tension. The battle in question had indeed concluded.
Jiraiya descended from the sea of trees, carrying the exhausted duo in his arms. The timing was impeccable, as Nawaki's Light-Weight Rock Technique was just about to wear off.
"Kawakaze, restore the training ground," Sakumo instructed, his tone calm. The transformation of the training ground into a forest wasn't a significant concern, but it needed to be addressed.
"Got it, Big Brother," Kawakaze replied, immediately getting to work.
Releasing his Chakra through Wood Release, the vibrant forest quickly began to wither. In moments, it disintegrated into dust, scattering across the area.
"Take care of the rest," Kawakaze said after finishing, nudging Nawaki lightly with his foot to prompt him into action.
"Fine, I'll handle it, but did you really need to kick me?" Nawaki grumbled, brushing off his pants with an irritated expression.
Placing his hands on the ground in a seal, he said, "Earth Release: Moving Earth Core."
Chakra surged through the ground, causing it to rumble softly as it shifted. The dust was gradually buried, and the holes from the earlier battle were filled. The training ground emerged more polished and orderly than before Kawakaze's Wood Release had altered it.
"You could even go into construction work now," Kawakaze remarked, watching Nawaki's work with a mix of amusement and approval. His tone was half-teasing but not without a hint of genuine praise.
"That's right! Even if I don't become a ninja, with this skill alone, I can give Misaki a life of affluence," Nawaki said, puffing up with pride. He took Kawakaze's remark as praise and was clearly feeling smug about his abilities.