"Mito-sama wants to see me?" Shinki asked, eyebrows raised.
"Yes," Tsunade confirmed. "She said you should come with me after work. I'm not sure what Grandma wants, but it might be about Kushina. Be careful when you go."
Tsunade hurried off, the weight of her responsibilities in the medical department pressing down on her.
Strange, Shinki thought. If it was urgent, he could have gone to the Senju ancestral house now rather than waiting to go with Tsunade after work. I...
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The tension in the room was palpable.
Just moments ago, there had been bravado—now, there was silence. The presence of the real power, Tsunade, had transformed the room. The parents, who were so demanding earlier, now cowered.
Tsunade finished speaking with Old Honda and waved for Kushina to join her.
"Sister Tsunade," Kushina said, her voice small and guilty.
I'll deal with you later.
As they left the teacher's office, Kushina clung to Tsunade's arm and...
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"I knew it!!"
"Hyuga Shinki! Look at what you've done!"
An irate Tsunade stormed into the lounge, kicking the door open.
"Kushina was mocked by her classmates and ended up beating them up, even knocking out someone's front teeth. The old man told me to handle this, so how do you expect me to deal with it?"
"I've got a mountain of work in the medical department waiting for me. You're no help, and now you've added more trouble!"
Shinki, who was calmly changi...
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The little rich girl appeared weak and easy to bully, but in reality, she possessed a fierce spirit rivaling that of Tsunade.
After receiving some advice, the little rich girl went to school. If her classmates teased or gave her nicknames, something interesting was bound to happen.
"Kushina, don't pay attention to what Shinki said. Although fists can solve many problems, we girls can't always resort to using them, understand?" Tsunade advised Kushina earnestly on their way ...
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After eating three full portions of food, Tsunade slumped onto the sofa with a satisfied groan. Shinki, watching from the kitchen, couldn't help but think that she must have starved herself on purpose just to enjoy a feast at his place. If Kushina hadn't been buying enough food for an army, he would have been hard-pressed to keep up with Tsunade's voracious appetite.
Asking her to pitch in for food money? Ha! That's wishful thinking, Shinki thought. It's a...
2024-11-08 06:51:26 +0000 UTC
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The commotion at Konoha Hospital had simmered down, but the tension still hung in the air. The three unruly patients who had caused the uproar now sat subdued, nursing their injuries with visible discomfort. Uchiha Fugaku stood nearby, arms crossed and eyes sharp, watching as Tsunade took charge of the situation.
"You three caused a scene at a tavern, refused to pay, and then escalated to violence, injuring multiple people, including the owner. When the police department showed u...
2024-11-08 06:51:01 +0000 UTC
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The two sides bristled with tension as accusations and tempers flared. Danzo Shimura's departure from the earlier meeting had left an underlying current of unrest, and now it seemed to ripple outward through the village. In the midst of it all, Shinki found himself unwittingly caught in the storm.
In the Konoha Hospital lounge, Shinki had been sipping juice, a rare moment of peace as he perused a book on puppet-making. As a medical ninja with so-called "degenerating" blood abilities, he fi...
2024-11-08 06:50:30 +0000 UTC
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Danzo Shimura was livid with frustration, but it only made him look foolish in the eyes of Konoha's leadership.
"Hahaha…"
Tsunade chuckled to herself, rolling around on her bed as she imagined Danzo being scolded into silence by Uzumaki Mito. But, much to her disappointment, Mito hadn't planned to confront Danzo directly. With her status, scolding him personally would have been too easy and lacked strategic impact. Instead, Mito knew that turning this issue in...
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At this point in time, Ichiraku Ramen didn't exist yet. Teuchi, the young boy who would one day take over the famous ramen shop, was still trailing behind his father, who served ramen that was, truthfully, only average. It was edible, but far from memorable.
After a quick bowl of ramen, Shinki wandered the market, picking up a few items of clothing before heading home. But as he walked through a small park near the Hyuga clan's compound, he came to a sudden stop.
Two masked...
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"Did you make this?"
Tsunade stared at Kushina as if she were an alien. Kushina, much like Tsunade herself, had never shown any interest in or aptitude for cooking. The idea of her preparing a meal seemed almost absurd.
"Really? Let me taste it," Nawaki said eagerly, grabbing a piece of the beef. After just a few bites, his eyes widened. "Sister, this beef is amazing! Kushina wasn't kidding. Grandma, try it—it's tender and flavorful."
Kushina beamed with pride at Na...
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"Grandma, are we deceiving Kushina by doing this?"
Tsunade's voice carried a hint of guilt. The pretense of being too upset to fulfill her promise was just that—a calculated move to push Kushina into taking the initiative. But was it fair to manipulate a child this way?
"Do you have a better way to help her release the grief in her heart and let down her guard against the village, to truly become a part of Konoha?" Uzumaki Mito's gaze sharpened as she looked at her grandd...
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Don't think that Sarutobi Hiruzen's position as the Third Hokage was solely secured by the will of Senju Tobirama. Without the support of Uzumaki Mito, he wouldn't have been able to maintain his seat.
Uzumaki Mito, reclining in her chair, slowly opened her eyes as Hiruzen entered. "Monkey, you're here."
Hiruzen approached quickly, offering his support as Mito sat up. Once she was settled, he stood back, hands respectfully at his sides.
"Kushina is the next Jinchūriki...
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After leaving Shinki's house, Kushina felt a tingling sensation on her scalp, as though something was about to sprout. Tsunade, on the other hand, kept yawning. The struggle of wanting to sleep yet staying alert to eavesdrop had left her restless. She hadn't rested well, and it felt like she'd consumed too much emotional "chicken soup."
That evening, back at the Senju ancestral home, Kushina sat next to Uzumaki Mito, chattering excitedly.
"Grandma Mito, I met a new friend t...
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In the dimly lit living room with all the doors and windows tightly shut, Shinki sat quietly on a chair, a scarf covering his eyes. The second phase of the Tenseigan's awakening had come unexpectedly, forcing him to send a letter to Tsunade requesting a leave of absence. He needed to stay home until this phase ended.
The knock at the door broke Shinki's concentration, bringing him back to the present. He stood up and opened the door.
Even though his eyes were covered, Shink...
2024-11-08 06:47:38 +0000 UTC
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With Tsunade's support, Shinki no longer needed to assist with minor tasks and could stay in the lounge to study every day.
With ample time and Tsunade's personal guidance, Shinki mastered the chakra scalpel in just two days.
Over the following weeks, Shinki absorbed knowledge like a sponge, learning various medical ninjutsu with impressive speed.
At first, Tsunade was amazed, but as time passed, she became used to it and eventually numb to his rapid progr...
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Konoha Hospital, Education Department.
Tsunade sat in a chair, legs crossed casually, holding application papers as she curiously studied Shinki's unique eyes.
"Hyuga Shinki, you left your ninja team due to blood degeneration and applied to join the medical department for training. Do you want to become a medical ninja?"
"Yes, I want to become a medical ninja to find a treatment for the blood disease," Shinki explained, giving his reasons.
Throughout the n...
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"Please, just kill us!" one of the captured ninjas cried out, his voice filled with despair, tears streaming down his face.
Initially, the Kumogakure ninjas thought revealing their identity would spare them from being killed in anger by the Daping Village villagers. They believed invoking the name of Cloud Village would protect them. But after three grueling hours, they regretted their choice. Now, they longed for death as a release.
Every time they were beaten within an in...
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Two hours later, the sun rose over the horizon, casting its light over the land. In Daping Village, the villagers bustled with activity. Every bit of ore they mined was valuable, bringing prosperity to their village. In the ninja world, resources were hard currency, a powerful asset no one could ignore. For these villagers, each day's work meant progress.
On the hillside, Hyuga activated her Byakugan.
"There's movement. A total of 27 individuals are engaged in the fight—1...
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At this moment, Reiki really wanted to say, "Let me out! I can still move!" But the memory of Tsunade's "loving" iron fist quickly silenced him.
"Looks like I'll be resting at home today," Reiki sighed. He mixed a medicinal concoction and soaked his whole body in it, letting the fatigue seep out of his muscles.
Just then, he heard the door creak open, and Shizune and Yuhi Kurenai stepped in.
"Reiki…?" "Senior Brother Reiki…?"
Suddenly, their startled s...
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Seeing Tsunade's expression, Reiki knew his previous efforts had paid off. Sarutobi Hiruzen now owed Tsunade a favor. But given Tsunade's nature, she would never leverage this to threaten Hiruzen. Instead, it had become a minor, indirect advantage.
In this context, the stance of her disciple, Reiki, held particular significance. Additionally, with Shisui joining the Anbu and Nozuki following Minato, all three of Tsunade's disciples now appeared to lean toward the Third Hokage's c...
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After hearing the two speak, Reiki fell silent for a moment.
From what they had shared, it seemed that Sarutobi Hiruzen might be reconsidering his stance. Soon, Orochimaru would likely encounter issues. Once Orochimaru started stirring up trouble, the village's situation would only grow more complicated. Orochimaru was notorious for doing anything in the name of scientific research. With his current strength, Reiki couldn't guarantee he could handle him. If Orochimaru decided to ...
2024-11-08 01:10:39 +0000 UTC
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Due to the events surrounding Kato Dan, Reiki's attitude toward the Third Hokage had soured significantly. If not for Tsunade's desire to avoid conflict, Reiki might have taken more drastic measures. Now, with Asuma, the Third Hokage's son, asking about his training methods, Reiki shared them without hesitation. But what was his motive?
Shisui and Nozuki exchanged glances, puzzled by Reiki's openness. They both understood that such matters couldn't be discussed openly, especially...
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After reading the mission records compiled by Ji Gu, Sarutobi Hiruzen's brows knit in contemplation.
"Is this the itinerary you followed today?" Hiruzen sighed, taking a moment to gather his thoughts. "Tell me, what do you think?"
Ji Gu hesitated. "Hokage-sama, I'm curious—why are you having Asuma train with Reiki? They belong to completely different fields. From today's observation, aside from the morning exercises and combat training, the rest didn't seem particularly b...
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After several more hours of waiting, Reiki finally emerged from the interrogation room late into the night. By then, Asuma had dozed off, slumped in a chair. Reiki quietly placed a blanket over him.
"Just let him rest; he's had a long day," Reiki said, then turned and left.
Watching Reiki leave, Iga Tsuna wore a slightly awkward expression. When Asuma had first arrived, he'd shown genuine curiosity about interrogation techniques and even took notes on Reiki's medical proced...
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After a brief conversation with Asuma, Sarutobi Hiruzen began guiding his son in his training. As Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen's experience in teaching was exceptional—after all, he had mentored the legendary Sannin.
By noon, Sarutobi Biwaku arrived, carrying a tray of pastries.
"Let's take a break and eat something. Don't push yourself too hard all at once," she suggested.
Asuma shook his head, looking eager. "Mom, I'm not hungry or tired. It's rare for Father to have ...
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At that moment, Orochimaru suddenly appeared.
"Danzo-sama, I'll be taking him with me," Orochimaru said abruptly, glancing at the unconscious Zero Four behind him.
"Hmm?" Danzo narrowed his eyes. "Orochimaru, what are you implying?"
Orochimaru responded calmly, "His arm—I'm the only one capable of restoring it. Or would you prefer he remain useless?"
Danzo's expression grew serious. "How did you know something happened to Zero Four?"
Orochimaru shrugged....
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Reiki stood abruptly, eyes shifting to Shizune, who slept peacefully nearby.
"Barrier, activate," he whispered, unfurling a scroll and casting a protective barrier around her.
Prepared, he vanished from the room.
Moments later, two masked Root agents entered the courtyard.
"Quickly. Tsunade isn't here, but she's still in the village. If we're delayed, it'll be trouble," one whispered, unsheathing a short blade and fixing his gaze on the room.
"All this for...
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Shisui felt uneasy seeing the tense expressions on Tsunade's and Reiki's faces.
"Teacher, do you not support my joining ANBU?" he asked, apprehension in his voice.
Tsunade sighed. "It's not that I don't support it, but I'm concerned. When you join ANBU, be careful. If you find yourself in an uncomfortable situation, remember you can always leave."
Shisui nodded thoughtfully. The weight of Tsunade's concern was not lost on him.
"Understood, teacher," he said.
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2024-11-08 01:07:56 +0000 UTC
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Unaware of the deeper machinations at play, Tsunade was quite pleased with her efforts. Reiki, Shisui, and Nozuki had won eight consecutive matches before finally being defeated in the ninth. Despite their loss, their performance showcased their strength and teamwork, proving that even medical ninjas could hold their own in extended combat.
"See? Medical ninjas aren't weak in battle, right?" Tsunade smiled triumphantly.
"Yeah, yeah, your medical ninjas are strong—no doubt...
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As the two opponents attacked, a slight smile appeared on Namikaze Nozuki's lips.
"Just as Reiki predicted—they're targeting me," she murmured.
With a surge of chakra, Nozuki formed multiple shadow clones.
"Shadow Clone Jutsu!"
Four clones materialized around her, and together, they launched a coordinated assault, overwhelming the attackers. Dust and mist swirled around, obscuring the scene, but the sounds of struggle and muffled screams could be heard from wi...
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