Konoha: Unable to learn ninjutsu, they had to develop their own.

After leaving the office, he went to Kitayama Osamu.

really.

Kitayama was also researching chakra needles. When she saw him, she blushed a little, perhaps feeling embarrassed that she was secretly practicing her student's ninjutsu.

Chiba saw through the deception but didn't say anything, instead exchanging the improved version for a ninjutsu scroll—

The technique of extracting small ailments.

The third generation's words reminded him.

Even if he couldn't learn some ninjutsu, he could still learn some of the principles, such as the Fine-scale Extraction Technique.

He couldn't learn to extract toxins or pathogens, but he could borrow the "absorption" function to absorb blood or the opponent's chakra in conjunction with chakra.

of course.

This is just a preliminary idea; there is still a long way to go before it can be realized.

With no teacher to assign tasks, Chiba was at a loss for what to do. He picked up a book and wandered around, finding himself suddenly free in the medical class.

He didn't go until the afternoon when a surgery was scheduled.

The ninjas in the medical team did not refuse.

The so-called "specially hired ninja" is just a position. Chiba still doesn't even have a ninja headband. He guesses he'll have to go through another ninja exam later.

He never planned to stay long, so he didn't care.

With this identity, Chiba was able to participate in many surgeries and follow-up care for various illnesses.

but.

Less than a day later, another item was added to Chiba's daily schedule—

fencing.

Previously, he used his chakra thread skills and insights to exchange for a sword sold by Tenten's family. Tenten was a man of his word; when he went back and told them what had happened, Tenten's father immediately delivered the sword to Chiba's family and even offered to teach him swordsmanship.

The swordsmanship of the Tian Tian family is not very strong; it's just some basic techniques.

but.

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, and what Chiba needs now is a solid foundation.

A month or so passed, and the sensation caused by Chiba's 12-year-old "chief surgeon" gradually subsided. He was frequently seen at the hospital, but unlike before, he was no longer the object of everyone's attention and questions wherever he went.

During this time, Chiba took the opportunity to learn a lot about medical knowledge and human anatomy, and gained a lot of insights into muscles and chakra meridians. Recently, he has started to study medicinal soups for strengthening the body.

only……

The prescription was always a little less effective.

Chiba inquired for a long time and finally heard a direction from Kitayama Osamu—the Nara clan was the most skilled in pharmacology, and most of Konoha's earliest pharmacological knowledge came from the Nara clan.

Coincidentally, he had previously saved Nara Shikei and had also met Shikaku and Shikamaru. Although his relationship with the latter was not very pleasant, they were not strangers.

……

"Shikamaru."

"Ok?"

"You still have more than a year left before graduation. Haven't you thought about making an effort to graduate early and go to other departments to learn?"

It was rare for Shikaku to have time to have a heart-to-heart talk with his son.

Shikamaru rested his cheek on one hand, looking listless. He didn't answer the question immediately, but remained silent for two seconds before saying, "At the beginning."

"With your intelligence, you can definitely do it."

"Too much trouble."

Shikamaru sighed, "Graduating early is great, but when I think about all the studies that will follow, and maybe even more assessments, assignments, and reports, I don't really want to graduate early."

"..."

Lu Jiu remained silent.

All the other children saw was the glory of graduating early, believing that leaving school would give them more time to play. But this child saw more work and pressure after graduation.

Being too smart isn't necessarily a good thing!

He pondered for a moment, about to offer further advice, when suddenly he sensed something, smiled, and said, "Didn't you ask about Yagyu Chiba before?"

"what?"

Shikamaru is acting strangely.

After being forcibly taken back to school by the other party that day, I went home and asked once, why did Lu Jiu suddenly mention him?

"You've had the chance to meet him today."

Chapter 12 It's a pity he's not my son

"Lord Shikaku, I am Yagyu Chiba. Please forgive my intrusion in visiting without a formal invitation."

Chiba bowed slightly.

Lu Jiu smiled and waved his hand: "It's nothing. I wanted to invite you to my house for a visit, but you were still recovering at the time and the hospital was busy, so I didn't want to take up your time. I'm glad you're willing to come."

"I'm causing trouble for you."

After a few pleasantries, Chiba was ushered into the courtyard.

"Greetings, senior. I am Nara Shikamaru."

Shikamaru still looked listless. He greeted Chiba but didn't show much anger like someone meeting an enemy—given his intelligence and personality, he had already let go of these things.

"Shikamaru, hehe, you may not know, but I recently submitted another ninja tool manipulation technique to you. The ninja tool manipulation technique is now being promoted among the Chunin level."

Shikaku spoke first.

Shikamaru, who was standing to the side, was surprised when he heard this, but he quickly realized what was going on.

Chiba nodded in agreement.

Chiba's heart stirred.

It's simply unrealistic to ask someone in person for such secret knowledge.

Chiba disagreed.

The chakra threads that day were controllable even by the three of them, let alone mere ninja tools. Perhaps the opponent's ultimate goal was not to control ninja tools, but to master puppetry?

Shikamaru thought to himself.

"That's true, but chakra threads alone can't do much, and my strength is limited. We need everyone to contribute their wisdom so that Konoha can become stronger."

Shikamaru listened from the side, not intending to interrupt, but looked at Chiba with some interest, wanting to hear his answer.

Shikaku didn't avoid Shikamaru, looking at Chiba seriously, "Although the profits will be divided, there will also be many benefits. Think about it yourself."

"It's nothing, just a C-rank ninjutsu."

"That would be great, thank you so much for your help!"

“You told me without hiding anything, which means you trust my character. Why don’t I take the lead and try to contact the Akimichi family for you? If they are willing to get involved, we can work together to develop a better solution. If they are not, then our two families can work together to develop a solution.”

Shikaku narrowed his eyes, then smiled and said, "This medicine is very beneficial to all ninjas, especially the Akimichi clan, and they have a secret medicine that involves knowledge of stimulating the physical body."

"Well, I can't hide it from you, Lord Shikaku. I've heard that the earliest basic knowledge of pharmacology came from the Nara clan, so I have an incomplete prescription and would like to ask you for your advice."

Yes.

Shikaku gently shook his head: "Many people have created advanced ninjutsu, but very few can learn them. For example, how many people have learned the Rasengan that you and the Fourth Hokage came up with?"

He was about to speak again.

Shikaku's meaning was clearly that the Akimichi clan understood this better, but while he still had some connection with the Nara clan, he had absolutely no relationship with the Akimichi clan.

Lu Jiu smiled and nodded, then chatted with him for a few more minutes. Finally, she looked back and said, "I heard you've been researching muscles, the body, and pharmacology lately. Are you here to buy some special medicinal herbs or some books?"

Chiba then briefly explained his thoughts and current drug choices.

This means...

Chiba readily agreed.

Shikaku was afraid that Chiba would overthink things because of his interests, but in reality, Chiba's interests were completely different from what Shikaku was thinking about; he only wanted "fame".

Shikaku smiled and nodded, then chatted with Chiba for a few more minutes.

Afterwards, Chiba smelled the fragrance and tactfully took his leave.

Shikaku watched the retreating figure and sighed softly.

"Father, is it a pity that he can't learn ninjutsu and genjutsu?"

Shikamaru asked upon seeing this.

Lu Jiu glanced at him, then said irritably, "He's so smart at such a young age, why should I feel sorry for him? I feel sorry that he's not my son."

Although no names were mentioned, it was extremely insulting.

Shikamaru secretly complained.

"Child, there are plenty of smart people in the world. Don't wait until you encounter difficulties to regret not working harder before. Let's go, let's not talk about this anymore, let's eat."

……

"The Akimichi clan, I've forgotten about them. The combination of the Three-Colored Secret Medicine with their clan is indeed very powerful. Even if we can't learn all of it, knowing a part of it will allow us to develop drugs that stimulate the body, physical strength, and chakra."

Stimulating drugs can deplete lifespan and fundamental health, but if you're already dead, talking about lifespan and fundamental health is meaningless.

Life is more important than anything else, and these medicines can save lives in critical moments.

"If we can get in touch with the Akimichi clan, we'll have two kinds of medicine all at once."

A visit turned out to bring an unexpected surprise.

Chiba ran, a smile appearing on his face. At that moment, he faintly heard hurried footsteps behind him, and then he sensed a familiar presence.

Lee Rock.