Hatake Kaede stared at Hatake Sakumo in utter astonishment, his shock beyond words.Whether in his past or present life, he knew Hatake Sakumo was formidable, but he had never imagined he was this powerful!
"My god, this killing intent!How many people must he have killed to possess such terrifying killing intent!No wonder some people on the forums of my past life said that Hatake Sakumo could suppress the Sannin of Konoha.Judging by this aura, it's not impossible!" Hatake Kaede exclaimed inwardly.
However, as he continued to observe Hatake Sakumo, a sense of regret welled up in his heart.
"Sigh, that's his personality, so damn stubborn!He actually drove himself to his doom because of a few rumors!Besides the inaction of the Konoha higher-ups, Old man's stubbornness was also a major reason for his tragic end.He's already walked into a dead end, but he still doesn't know how to turn back." Hatake Kaede sighed helplessly.
[But then again, this personality is nothing like mine.Look at me, I won't let those so-called morals bind me!Without morals, you can't hold me hostage!] Hatake Kaede thought to himself with secret pride.
Just then, Hatake Sakumo finished his demonstration, slowly lowered his hands, and stood still.
In an instant, his aura was gathered into his body as if by an invisible hand, as if those terrifying killing intents had never appeared.
In the blink of an eye, he reverted to his usual harmless self, playfully bickering with his son.
Looking at his son, who was standing there dumbfounded, Hatake Sakumo felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction and pride welling up inside him.
After all, which father doesn't yearn to be a hero in his child's eyes?And which man doesn't hope to be a role model for his son's growth?
Upon noticing the barely perceptible smug look on Hatake Sakumo's face, Hatake Kaede, standing beside him, immediately understood his father's proud mood.
Fine, I won't hold it against you.I'll just let you be happy!
Hatake Sakumo was pleased with himself and excitedly busied himself setting up the training ground for his son.
When Hatake Sakumo reappeared before him, he was holding a wooden sword.He handed the sword to Hatake.However, when Hatake saw the sword, a clear look of disgust appeared on his face.
Hatake Sakumo was already used to Hatake Kaede's reactions.He knew that his son had always had an eccentric personality, with unconventional views and demands on many things.He was always finding fault with this or that, which was quite exasperating.
Disliking the family's home-cooked meals, finding them bland and unoriginal, her son taught them a series of dishes called "his own recipes." This cuisine boasts unique flavors, encompassing all five tastes—sweet, sour, bitter, spicy, and salty—making each dish unforgettable.
Disliking the traditional dresses at home, finding them outdated and lacking in style, led to the creation of a new type of dress called "traditional garments." These dresses are exquisitely designed, brightly colored, and perfectly tailored, showcasing not only the charm of traditional culture but also giving the wearer a dignified and extraordinary air.
She disliked the style of her family's courtyard, finding it too ordinary and lacking in character.Had she not intervened, the entire family's courtyard would have been transformed into a "his own preferred style" courtyard, just like her son's.That "his own preferred style" courtyard, with its pavilions, terraces, artificial hills, flowing water, and winding paths, was full of poetic and picturesque charm.
Hehe, you know what, that "his own recipes" is really delicious, and that "traditional garments" is even more dignified and comfortable, making it more suitable for wearing during festivals and celebrations.
He especially loved his wife's fitted dresss; the purple ones were the most charming.The fitted dresss were perfectly tailored, outlining his wife's figure beautifully, making her sway gracefully as she walked, exuding charm and allure.
Realizing he had misunderstood, Hatake Sakumo quickly turned to his son, Hatake Kaede, and said seriously, "Remember, our swordsmanship emphasizes speed, accuracy, and a single, fatal strike."
"You're a medical ninja, so you must know the vital points of the human body by heart.What you need to practice next is how to find the enemy's vital points in the shortest amount of time and deliver a fatal blow."
"Of course, this is not something that can be achieved overnight.It requires you to practice constantly and improve your reaction speed and accuracy."
Kaede nodded slightly, without saying anything in rebuttal, indicating that he understood his father's meaning.
He closed his eyes and recalled all the actions his father, Hatake Sakumo, had just performed, as if trying to imprint every detail deeply into his mind.
Opening his eyes, Hatake Kaede began to intently imitate Hatake Sakumo's movements.
His body moved like a precisely controlled machine, each movement striving for absolute accuracy.His breathing was steady and rhythmic, echoing the rhythm of his movements, making the entire practice process appear smooth and natural.
Time passed second by second, and Hatake Kaede's practice became more and more proficient, his movements becoming more and more standard.Hatake Sakumo, who was standing next to the training ground, had initially worn a smug smile, but now his expression gradually turned serious.
[This brat is improving so fast!] Hatake Sakumo was secretly surprised.He hadn't expected his son to master his skills so quickly.
Watching Hatake Kaede's movements, he realized that his son was no longer simply imitating, but had begun to incorporate his own understanding and form his own style.
As time went on, Hatake Kaede's movements became increasingly fluid, and his swordsmanship, derived from Hatake Sakumo but with its own unique characteristics, became more and more apparent.Although Hatake Sakumo still saw some immaturity in his son's swordsmanship, he also recognized his son's potential for future growth.
It wasn't even close to noon yet, but unexpectedly, his son had incorporated his own unique understanding into the swordsmanship he was taught, thus evolving into a more.A brand new knife technique that suits its own characteristics.
This discovery deeply shocked Hatake Sakumo, who was also incredibly proud of his son's talent and creativity.However, at the same time, an indescribable sense of resentment quietly welled up in his heart.
After all, Hatake Sakumo had always been proud of his swordsmanship, and now his son had surpassed his teachings in such a short time, which undoubtedly had a certain impact on his self-esteem.
Nevertheless, as a father, Hatake Sakumo was genuinely happy for his son's growth and progress.
However, he couldn't help but wonder if he was really getting old and if he was no longer able to give his son more guidance and help.
These complex emotions intertwined, making Hatake Sakumo's mood quite heavy.
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