Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 122 Teacher, making money isn't shameful.

Sunagakure Village, in the back mountain at the farthest corner of the village, beside a pond.

Sasori of the Red Sand flicked his finger, and the three puppets flew up together, spewing out streams of black mist, wind, and senbon needles.

but.

Soon, they reassembled one by one, with one of them spitting out a scroll from its mouth. Then, the father and mother closed their hands, forming an encircling circle.

The technique was spread out and covered, revealing the character "闭" (closed) in the center.

The modified lion roared, instantly covering the area between the two. Above, a figure grew wooden hands that bound the imaginary enemy and dragged it into the circle.

The next instant, all three puppets landed on the ground simultaneously.

Scorpion felt no excitement whatsoever, only a deep sense of loss.

It's so easy!

He felt no sense of accomplishment whatsoever.

Scorpion looked at the three dead objects, a look of disappointment in his eyes.

He remained silent for a moment, then sealed them away.

"boring."

Scorpion looked at the person who had entered the house.

If he wanted, he was fully capable of creating his own Chikamatsu Ten, but in Sasori's eyes, that was no challenge at all.

He prefers to create human puppets.

"Magnetic Release..."

The scorpion's eyes revealed a longing, but it was then restrained and suppressed.

Just then, footsteps sounded outside.

Luo Sha's voice rang out, along with the voices of several of his attendants.

Scorpion had a vague premonition of something bad.

After waiting for a while, Luo Sha saw no one come out from inside, so he called out from outside, "Scorpion."

Sasori of the Red Sand opened the door, his face filled with casualness and indifference.

"You came back and the front lines are suffering heavy losses, so you need me to step in? Forget it, I'm already being very restrained by not causing you any trouble."

Scorpion spoke indifferently, but his words came from the bottom of his heart.

Thanks to Chiyo's dying words, he is now very restrained.

Luo Sha's eyes were complicated.

He knew very well that a few secret agents were no match for Sasori of the Red Sand.

and so.

He didn't set up any secret squads around the area at all; what trapped Sasori was mostly Chiyo's last words and Ebizo, but now...

Chiyo died, and Ebizo died too.

He couldn't imagine what would happen to Scorpion in the future, but news couldn't be kept secret.

The Third Kazekage and Ebizo are both heroes of the village, so they should definitely be celebrated in a grand way. Rather than waiting until then to make a scene, it's better to inform them as soon as possible.

Luo Sha took a deep breath: "The Third Kazekage and Elder Ebizo are dead."

Sasori of the Red Sand was stunned for a moment.

Then, he chuckled lightly: "Is that so? The strongest Kazekage is truly a disgrace, actually dying at the hands of Konoha. As for Ebizo, at his advanced age, he still tried to show off; wasn't it only right that he died?"

"Scorpion, do you have any conscience at all?!"

Jing Xiong was furious.

He had followed Ebizo and the Third Kazekage for many years and received a lot of care from them. He respected both of them very much, and when he heard Sasori's sarcastic remarks, he could not suppress his anger.

"Conscience? Of course, I cherish them too. So, why don't I turn them into puppets so they can protect the village forever?"

Scorpion laughed, "Living life is so fragile. If they hadn't died, they would definitely have agreed to my proposal."

After speaking, he calmly looked at the two of them.

"If there's nothing else, you can leave now. Don't disturb me while I'm making the puppet."

"Do not create human puppets."

Luo Sha gave a few words of advice, then turned and left.

……

Kikyo Castle, Kurenai Yuhi wiped the sweat from her forehead, her face showing deep exhaustion.

Most of the wounded have finally recovered.

Unfortunately, despite the medical team and their medical skills providing daily treatment, many wounded soldiers still died due to limitations in chakra, energy, and ability.

She looked at her hands, her eyes dim.

"What are you thinking about?"

Suddenly, Kyohiko's voice rang out from the side.

Kurenai Yuhi paused slightly, then turned her head and saw Kyohiko standing beside her.

Jingyan sat down.

Thanks to the blessing of his bloodline and the reserves of the Yin Seal, he still maintained considerable energy after using a large-scale Tree Realm Descent.

The price is—

He had painstakingly stored up most of his chakra, but it was almost all used up.

These past few days, he had noticed that Xi Ri Hong was preoccupied, but he had been busy with official duties. Now that he finally had some free time, he saw her sitting here looking depressed, so he came over to chat with her.

Kurenai nodded, but still poured out her troubles.

She felt incompetent.

They lack too many abilities.

Kyohiko listened quietly, and after Kurenai Yuhi finished speaking, he smiled and said, "You've only been studying for a few years? Even Lady Tsunade has things she can't do, let alone you."

"I know, but it still makes me sad to see life slip away."

The setting sun sighed.

Previously at Konoha Hospital, she mainly treated elderly people who were frail or ill. There were some who died or were injured, but it wasn't the front line, so she didn't see many cases.

but.

There are far too many ninjas like this on the battlefield!

The battle involved dozens of people, including genin, chunin, and even jonin.

Individual abilities are too insignificant!

"If your symptoms continue to develop, your mental state will become very dangerous."

"Kyohiko said."

Kurenai Yuhi said with a self-deprecating laugh, "Yeah..."

She had read Tsunade's research and theories, and naturally had spent a lot of time studying the "psychology" aspect in depth, so she could clearly see her own state.

"One person's strength is weak, which is why you must work harder to become a great ninja and cultivate more talents for the village."

"nourish……"

Kurenai Yuhi thought of what Tsunade had told her.

What should a medical ninja like her do in the future?

She still didn't have a definite answer.

but.

At this moment, Kurenai Yuhi understood why Tsunade wanted to take this path.

Medical ninjas are so rare!

There are even fewer medical ninjas who can accompany the team. Normal medical ninjas must also abide by three major principles: during missions, they can only stay in the back and cannot provide support to their teammates.

In comparison, her abilities are much more comprehensive.

"Kyohiko, between me and Shizune, who do you think is better?"

"what?"

Jingyan turned his head, a look of confusion on his face.

Kurenai and Shizune...

Could it be that they're fighting over her because she's "Tsunade's disciple"?

Not like ah!

They are not like that.

He paused slightly, then said, "The medical ninja route?"

"Yes, yes!"

The setting sun nodded.

She propped her head up and repeated the questions Tsunade had asked her.

What do you think?

"How should a ninja like me choose? It's such a difficult decision!"

The setting sun sighed.

If she could understand things clearly, she wouldn't be so distressed.

Jingyan said, "It's actually very simple."

"Is it easy?"

"A ninja's abilities, setting aside talent and comprehension, are nothing more than time allocation and priorities. Those who switch careers midway can first learn the important things and master the basic treatment of external and internal injuries."

Jingyan spoke eloquently.

Then he couldn't help but say, "In addition, there are actually some medical ninjutsu techniques that can be used in combat."

"Yeah?"

Kurenai Yuhi recalled for a moment, "A chakra scalpel?"

"Yes, an excessive amount of Healing Palm Technique can also cause someone to fall into a coma. Medical ninjas can develop defensive abilities that suit their own areas of expertise."

Jingyan said with a smile.

Kurenai nodded repeatedly, then sighed, "Using chakra scalpels in combat... requires a deep understanding of muscles and meridians; only a professional medical ninja can do it."

"Those who switch careers midway already possess combat and support abilities. They can learn some medical knowledge and ninjutsu according to the needs of the team, without necessarily learning them to a high degree or being an expert..."

Jingyan then used himself as an example.

He only knows one kind of palm magic.

With a single ninjutsu technique, one can heal most external and internal injuries, enough to handle most injuries sustained during missions.

"However, many injuries cannot be healed by Healing Palm Technique and ordinary medical ninjutsu... Yes, time and ability are limited, so we have to make choices based on the needs."

Kurenai quickly realized what was happening herself.

For example, herself.

Because of her medical ninjutsu, she didn't go on missions with Kyohiko and the others for over a year. During that time, she diligently trained and studied, striving to acquire more knowledge, and gradually caught up with the pace of normal medical ninjas.

It's simply impossible for an ordinary ninja without exceptional abilities to master advanced and comprehensive medical ninjutsu.

The scarcity of medical ninjas also stems from this.

Kurenai Yuhi was constructing the current Konoha ninja system in her mind.

Ninja Academy ranking system, elective majors...

"A genin promoted to chunin?"

She remembered that Kyohiko had said before that there was no need to learn too much professional knowledge at the Ninja Academy.

It's not too late to delve deeper into learning and research after we've honed our skills through missions and battlefield experience and determined our direction.

If this is the case, the process of advancing from a Genin to a Chunin would take one, two, or even four or five years, to train in medical ninjutsu and replenish one's own abilities.

Thus, the combat skills acquired during the genin period, combined with additional medical ninjutsu training, can serve as a supplement to the role of a medical ninja accompanying the team.

Strictly speaking, she is this type.

As Kurenai thought about this, her thoughts gradually became clearer. She smiled and said, "Kyohiko, thank you. I understand the key now! The rest is just a matter of figuring it out slowly."

"Yes, it's good that you've figured it out."

Jingyan stood up.

Now that Kurenai Yuhi has figured things out, he needs to go back to sleep and recharge.

Before leaving, he gave one more piece of advice.

"Tomorrow we're leaving Kikyo Castle to go north and support Jiraiya-sensei. Remember to make preparations here."

"it is good."

……

The next day, the four set off northwards.

On the way, Kurenai Yuhi pondered what kind of ninja, like herself, would be suitable to switch to medical ninjutsu.

She glanced at Jingyan and, thinking of what he had said about "disassembling," gradually began to form some ideas.

no doubt.

Those with strong chakra control are more suited to switch to medical ninjutsu!

For example, illusion ninjas.

While genjutsu is a form of Yin Release, contrary to medical ninjutsu, it often possesses precise chakra control, and secondly—

A clan in the mountains.

The ninjas of the Yamanaka family possess powerful mental abilities, making it easier for them to switch training.

but.

These families often have their own training programs, making it very difficult to get them to switch to medical ninjutsu.

Kurenai Yuhi pondered possible solutions.

On the way, Kyohiko, Kakashi, and Minato didn't bother her.

Until the border with the Land of Grass.

Minato Namikaze stopped, clapped his hands, and gestured for everyone to look over.

"Our teachers are in the Land of Grass. We might encounter ninjas from other villages later, so let's all stay alert."

"yes!"

The setting sun's red glow is clear.

The water gate was mainly to remind her.

However, she had already figured out most of it, and she had a rough idea of ​​what to do and how to choose people; she was just missing some details.

She didn't need to think about those details.

The teacher is definitely more professional.

Kurenai Yuhi shook off her dejection and became completely focused.

Kyohiko had visited the Land of Grass before.

but.

The Land of Grass is different now than it was before.

The trade route to Konoha was wider and had more bridges, and along the way, we saw many caravans transporting goods by cart.

Upon reaching the vicinity of Kusagakure, Kyohiko sensed Jiraiya's presence.

He was not far from the outside of Kusagakure, where there was a temporary housing area, but Jiraiya's location was even closer to Kusagakure.

However, as they got closer, a look of curiosity appeared on Kurenai's face.

As she learned from Tsunade, she inevitably learned about Jiraiya's past, and thus became mentally prepared for her teacher's character.

But now—

This looks like a bookstore?

Minato Namikaze quietly breathed a sigh of relief, looked at the three of them, and said, "Let's go over there."

He took a few steps and said with a smile, "Don't let the teacher's appearance fool you, he's actually a passionate writer and often says he wants to write a masterpiece."

"Writing? Him?"

Kakashi paused for a moment, then looked at Minato, "Is this the type of thing we can watch?"

"Of course, the teacher said that his first book must be an inspirational and substantial article."

Minato Namikaze smiled broadly.

He trusted Jiraiya's attitude towards literature.

Therefore, the water gate was not prepared at all.

"I bet the teacher isn't reading any serious books."

Kyohiko said—

He heard Jiraiya's lewd laughter from afar.

To say that he was reading a serious book based on that sound would be a complete lie to Kyohiko.

"it is good."

Water Gate nodded.

The four approached where Jiraiya was.

The two sides weren't far apart, just across the street, so after walking a few steps, they could see each other more clearly.

Jiraiya's hands...

"Hiss! Let's come back later."

The water gate was opened in a low voice.

The book's title page seemed to contain content unsuitable for children.

Jingyan laughed and said, "Don't worry, it's not like it's a crime."

He walked forward.

Before long, Jiraiya had changed the book in his hand.

He turned his head away and coughed lightly.

"Oh, it's you guys! I received Orochimaru's letter last night. Not bad!"

Jiraiya changed the subject.

Kurenai Yuhi glanced at the book.

"Secret Records of Kyoto"

What is that?

She peered over curiously.

Jiraiya immediately threw the book in his hand over to cover it.

"I just came over to browse some books and wait for you. Now that you're here, come on, let me take you out for a nice meal."

Kurenai suppressed the smile on her lips.

Minato Namikaze nodded helplessly.

The four followed Jiraiya's steps, and after a few steps, Kyohiko gradually came to Jiraiya's side.

"Teacher, is it pretty?"

"The writing is mediocre. Much of the content is too exaggerated; it's clearly the reverie of a bored virgin. A truly seasoned man wouldn't write like that. If I were to write it, it would definitely be even better..."

Jiraiya answered instinctively.

Then, he suddenly realized.

"Damn it! Kid, you set me up the moment we met?"

"What I mean is, since you're confident you can surpass it, why don't you write your own book? It just so happens that all your savings have been borrowed by Tsunade."

Jingyan reminded him.

Jiraiya blushed.

"How could I, as one of the Legendary Sannin, write that kind of book?"

"Making money is nothing to be ashamed of!"

Jingyan spoke earnestly.

Jiraiya coughed repeatedly, glancing at Kurenai Yuhi, too embarrassed to continue the conversation.

It's one thing for him to enjoy reading, but being caught by his students and then being advised to write this type of story is really embarrassing for a teacher.

Kakashi remained expressionless.

Oh.

What's so interesting about those kinds of books?

boring!

If it were him, he certainly wouldn't get engrossed in those boring books.

Kakashi's mindset is very firm.

I'm suffering from severe writer's block, so I'll only be posting one update today. I apologize for that and need to gather my thoughts.

(End of this chapter)