Chapter 362: Be Careful Where You Walk
"Itachi, do you know Breathing Styles?" Nagasawa asked Itachi this question in the first training after his graduation.
"I do. It's a technique you created, Sensei," Itachi nodded in acknowledgment.
Although Itachi hadn't learned the technique, he had heard about it as it was constantly publicized in the Academy and Konoha. On top of that, he had also heard about it from Kabuto.
In Itachi's opinion, Breathing Styles was a mysterious technique that could enhance physical strength and worked in tandem with chakra to perform many powerful Ninjutsu.
Despite starting training later than Itachi, Kabuto quickly caught up and even surpassed Itachi, particularly in physical strength.
Now, Itachi preferred to keep some distance from Kabuto during their spar, as Water Breathing's relentless attacks were hard to shake off.
"As my disciple, you should inherit my Sun Breathing. The Sun Breathing is the origin of Breathing Styles, possessing unparalleled strength. It is the strongest Breathing Style in every sense of word," Nagasawa declared.
"The strongest Breathing Styles..." Itachi's eyes lit up with excitement.
Itachi aspired to become stronger, and this commitment to training was not easily deterred, not even by his beloved younger brother. However, everyone has different reasons for seeking strength.
Some aim to become high-ranking Shinobi, taking on more advanced missions to earn more money and live a luxurious life. Others pursued power for higher status, seeking dominance and influence.
Itachi's goals were different. He didn't desire wealth or authority. Even if he was poor and had no authority, he wouldn't mind as long as he could be together with his family. His pursuit of strength was driven by the sole desire to end wars and bring peace to the world.