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As expected, Tenten absolutely adored ninja tools. So when Neji’s custom gun brought her genuine joy, he felt deeply satisfied.
It wasn’t just about making her happy—it genuinely strengthened her combat potential. Though she’d need so training in firearms combat techniques, that was easy enough. She had the physical talent and foundation; with Neji’s guidance, she’d master it quickly.
"Looks like you really love it," Neji chuckled.
"Of course! It’s your gun, of course, I love it! I promise I’ll make the most of it!"
Tenten bead, gripping both pistols like they were keys to her future. And sohow, in her heart, she knew this marked the beginning of sothing transformative.
"These two are just the start," Neji said. "I’m working on stronger weapons ones that integrate chakra nature transformations and even release ninjutsu effects."
Half a year wasn’t enough to fully integrate chakra into tech. So far, Neji had only deciphered the structural makeup of Slash Shells and Impact Shells and rged them into firearms.
But imagine chakra-infused weapons: flathrowers, electric grenades, frost bombs, explosive rounds, lightning bullets all powered by shinobi energy.
The thought alone was thrilling.
Neji could already picture it:
Tenten, amid a battle against Edo Madara, forms seals with space-ti jutsu. A massive quantum bomb descends from the sky, and a mushroom cloud blooms.
Even Deidara would be screaming, "Now that’s art!"
"I love you, Neji!" Tenten cried, overwheld with joy. Without thinking, she threw her arms around him.
Neji gently returned the hug, whispering near her ear:
"If I don’t care for you... Who else would I care for?"
Tenten’s face flushed red. She suddenly realized what she’d just said and done.
’I hugged him and said I loved him out loud! What was I thinking!?’
Neji peeked at her expression and grinned.
"What’s with the shy look? You weren’t this bashful before."
Her blush deepened.
Thankfully, she didn’t know his Byakugan had already recovered. That might have pushed her over the edge.
"Alright, now that the emotional tax has been paid... give the guns. I’ll show you how they’re used."
"You’re the one taking advantage here!" she huffed, giving him a playful headbutt before handing over the pistols.
She was curious how many tricks two pistols could really have.
Neji weighed the guns in his hands. These weren’t just good for Tenten. The Hyuga Clan, with their precise chakra control and 360° vision, would’ve been terrifying snipers if not for the shinobi tradition suppressing gun developnt.
If not for that suppression, the Hyuga would’ve been legendary long-range assassins.
But that was for another ti. He still hadn’t integrated chakra nature into the system. For now, his focus was on leveling up Tenten.
The Hyuga Clan wasn’t ready for this kind of tech not yet. It would be seen as a threat. Not until Danzo was dead and Neji’s weapons matured could they be truly shared.
Gripping both pistols, Neji took a deep breath and recalled so old moves.
Then boom! His body blurred like a white cot, twisting through the air.
[Wild Barrage]
Drawing on his original movents from [Rotation], Neji spun mid-air like a tornado, unleashing a torrent of bullets.
Every shot ripped through the trees, drilling precise holes. When he landed, sunlight filtered through dozens of new gaps above. The accuracy was surgical.
"This technique is [Wild Barrage], adapted from our old [Rotation] training. It pairs well with your [Kunai Storm] and [Twin Rising Dragons]."
Tenten nodded eagerly. The chanics were similar but faster, easier, and more precise. No need to draw and throw each ti just aim and fire. Her mind was spinning with combo ideas.
"Another technique sa principle as using ninja tools: stealth and surprise."
Neji lightly tapped the ground, kicking up fallen leaves into the air. Before Tenten could blink, bullets shredded them in midair.
"With traditional tools, you’d have to wind up your throw too obviously. My guns require only a twitch."
Tenten absorbed every word, nodding. The reduced motion would be a ga changer.
Neji continued:
"And rember my gun’s power isn’t static. It’s adjustable."
Ninja battles were battles of intellect and adaptation. Once an opponent figured out your weapon’s limit, they’d plan around it. Just like how a Saint Seiya move won’t work twice.
"Now... this is maximum output."
He fired.
BOOM!
A hole the size of a human head appeared in a thick tree. Several trees behind it were also pierced.
He discarded the pistol and followed up with a punch no sound, no shock.
The weapon had absorbed the full impact.
"The stronger the blast, the more stored energy is consud. So don’t waste power. Recharge it discreetly if you can."
"And rember, your second mode Slash Mode."
He fired the second gun.
This ti, instead of a round hole, a clean slice split a thick branch in half.
"You can set each gun to a different mode. If they adapt to one switch. Catch them off guard."
"That’s it for now. Try them out get comfortable."
"Once you’re ready... I’ll be your sparring partner."
Neji placed the twin pistols back in Tenten’s hands and stepped aside, letting her move into position.
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