"However, this child's growth is always surprising."
The Third Hokage sighed softly and continued to watch the scene in the crystal ball.
The Anbu ninja beside him whispered, "Third Hokage, should we go and stop them?"
The Third Hokage waved his hand and said, "No, let them be. This is a form of growth as well."
At this moment, the sunlight streamed through the window onto the Third Hokage, making his figure appear exceptionally benevolent and solemn.
After a while, the entire morning quietly came to an end.
Konohamaru collapsed to the ground, exhausted, panting heavily, and said, "Boss Naruto, I... I can't take it anymore."
Naruto walked over, pulled Konohamaru up, and said, "Not bad, not bad. Let's call it a day for the morning. Go back and get some good rest, and we'll continue in the afternoon."
Ebisu-sensei stretched his sore body and said, "This morning has really been quite a workout."
The Third Hokage stood up from his chair and said, "These kids are really full of energy."
The sunlight grew more intense, and the breeze carried a touch of heat as everyone scattered to prepare for the afternoon ahead.
Konohamaru ran over to Boss Naruto to show off the results of his training.
"Boss Naruto, look, I can split into two shadow clones!" Konohamaru shouted excitedly, his face beaming with pride.
Naruto looked at Konohamaru in pleasant surprise and said, "Not bad, Konohamaru! Keep up the good work!"
Konohamaru nodded vigorously and said, "Yeah, I will!"
Ebisu-sensei walked over, glanced at Konohamaru's shadow clones, and said, "As expected of Young Master Konohamaru, you're really impressive. But you mustn't get conceited just yet."
Konohamaru made a face at Ebisu-sensei and said, "I won't!"
Then Konohamaru formed hand seals with both hands again, shouted loudly, and said, "Multiple Shadow Clone Technique!"
In an instant, two more shadow clones appeared beside Konohamaru. Although this time the shadow clones still looked a bit wobbly, they were already starting to take shape.
"Boss Naruto, how is that?" Konohamaru looked at Boss Naruto with an expectant expression.
Boss Naruto smiled, gave a thumbs-up, and praised Konohamaru, saying, "Awesome, Konohamaru! Keep trying and you'll get even stronger!"
Ebisu-sensei also wore a gratified smile and said, "Well, to achieve results like this in such a short time is truly impressive, Young Master Konohamaru."
The two shadow clones Konohamaru had summoned earlier also joined in cheering, and for a moment, laughter echoed in the air.
After another period of hard work, ten shadow clones appeared around Konohamaru.
Naruto's jaw dropped in surprise as he said, "Konohamaru, your progress is way too fast!"
Konohamaru smiled triumphantly and said, "Boss Naruto, am I awesome or what?"
Ebisu-sensei nodded slightly and said, "Indeed not bad, but you still need to keep consolidating and improving."
The ten shadow clones crowded around Konohamaru, jumping up and down excitedly.
Listening to everyone's praise, Konohamaru's face turned red, and his heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment.
Naruto then happily said, "Well done, Konohamaru! I didn't expect you to be so talented. You truly live up to being a student of Uzumaki Naruto."
Konohamaru puffed out his chest and said, "Boss Naruto, I'll work even harder to become as strong as you!"
Ebisu-sensei gave a light cough from the side and said, "Don't celebrate too early, Young Master Konohamaru. This is only the beginning."
Naruto made a face at Ebisu-sensei and said, "Ebisu-sensei, can't you stop raining on Konohamaru's parade all the time?"
Everyone laughed, and the atmosphere relaxed and cheerful.
The sunlight spilled over them, casting a warm golden glow.
Konohamaru said shyly, "Thank you for the praise, Boss Naruto."
A shy smile hung on Konohamaru's face, his eyes filled with gratitude and respect for Boss Naruto.
Naruto patted Konohamaru on the shoulder and said, "Let's keep working hard together and make everyone look at us in a new light!"
Konohamaru nodded heavily and said, "Yeah!"
Watching the two motivated individuals, Ebisu-sensei's lips curved upward involuntarily as he said, "Good, that's the spirit. You must practice properly this afternoon."
At that moment, a gentle breeze blew by, bringing a trace of coolness, as if cheering on their efforts.
Then Naruto said to Konohamaru, "Listen up, Konohamaru. This Multiple Shadow Clone Technique is a forbidden jutsu that evenly divides one's chakra. If your chakra is insufficient, try not to use this Ninjutsu, otherwise it can be life-threatening. Do you understand?"
Konohamaru answered Boss Naruto with a serious expression, "Boss Naruto, I've got it memorized!"
Naruto nodded and said, "Make sure you remember it. You can't use it recklessly; this isn't a child's game."
Ebisu-sensei added from the side, "Uzumaki Naruto is right, Young Master Konohamaru. Even though the Ninjutsu is powerful, you must know how to use it sensibly."
Konohamaru said solemnly, "I understand. I won't mess around."
At this moment, the surrounding leaves rustled, as if reminding Konohamaru to keep these important words in mind.
Konohamaru brought his feet together, gave a salute with his right hand, and stood at attention once more as he declared, "Understood, understood, Boss Naruto."
Konohamaru's gaze was firm, and his tone was powerful and resolute.
Naruto smiled with satisfaction and said, "Good, then let's go take a rest first and get ready for the training later."
Konohamaru responded in acknowledgment, "Yes!"
Watching them, Ebisu-sensei shook his head helplessly and said, "These two guys are really full of passion."
The three of them walked together toward the resting area, their figures stretched long by the sunlight.
Afterward, Naruto bid farewell to Konohamaru, telling him that he would come find him to teach him Ninjutsu whenever he had free time.
Konohamaru nodded obediently and said, "Boss Naruto, I'll be waiting for you."
Naruto waved his hand and turned to leave.
Konohamaru watched Boss Naruto's departing figure, his heart filled with anticipation.
Ebisu-sensei stepped forward and said, "Young Master Konohamaru, don't just rely on Naruto; you need to figure things out for yourself too."
Konohamaru looked at Ebisu-sensei and said, "Ebisu-sensei, I know."
A gentle breeze brushed past, and the leaves rustled, as though whispering of the Leaf Village's future hope.
Looking at Young Master Konohamaru, a flash of approval crossed Ebisu-sensei's eyes as he said, "Young Master Konohamaru, I hope you can truly grasp the essence of Ninjutsu and keep growing."
Konohamaru clenched his fists and said, "Ebisu-sensei, I will definitely work hard and won't let you down."