Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 148 Acupuncture Points, A "Brand New" Medical System

In the forest outside the secret base, the calls of monkeys and the cries of apes could be heard incessantly.

"Is this the monkey you caught?"

"Yes, it's easy to do with illusion magic."

Orochimaru nodded.

Then, he sighed softly.

"Just like you said, monkeys and apes are similar to humans in many ways, so their reproduction is also very similar to that of humans, and they need a long time to reproduce."

The breeding period is long...

This is not very beneficial for research.

Fortunately, these creatures exist in large numbers in nature and are not in short supply in the short term. However, more effort will be needed in the breeding of ninja beasts.

"If the old man is willing to help with the training of ninja beasts, that would be wonderful."

Orochimaru glanced at Kyohiko.

The meaning is self-evident.

Jingyan thought for a moment and nodded: "I will go to the Third Generation Lord to discuss whether we can get the ape clan to exchange or help us."

Indeed, the ape demon clan has the most say in the cultivation of monkeys and apes.

It is unwise to have such resources but not use them, and instead go to great lengths to explore on our own.

Orochimaru nodded, then asked, "Why did you suddenly suggest coming over? What kind of experiment do you want to conduct?"

"If the therapeutic experiments using acupoints are feasible, these acupoints could become effective organisms for medical treatment and various experiments in the future."

Kyohiko replied, "We'll need Hizashi-senpai's help with that."

"Huh? Me?"

The difference in daily life is surprising.

He had been lost in thought and hadn't heard a word Kyohiko and Orochimaru were saying.

Jingyan nodded: "I need your eye roll to help monitor the monkey's pressure points, chakra pathways, and so on."

"it is good."

Richa nodded.

Seconds later, Kyohiko caught a monkey.

In theory, chakra exists within every living being, but some can use it while others cannot.

For example, the monkey in front of us doesn't know how to use chakra.

It squeaked, its voice filled with a mixture of irritability and fear.

but.

As its arms moved, chakra circulated within its body.

The daily change activates the white eye for careful observation.

A few seconds later, a look of surprise appeared on his face: "It really exists! And it's very similar to the distribution of chakra pathways and acupoints in humans!"

"Very good."

Both Kyohiko and Orochimaru showed expressions of joy.

This means that it can serve as the most perfect alternative material!

"Then, let's try acupressure."

Jingyan pointed his finger at the "Injury Gate".

With his master-level acupressure skills, he no longer needs to be so careful when using the "Five Forbidden Acupoints".

Just a gentle touch.

"Squeak squeak squeak!"

The monkey roared in terror, but in an instant, its eyes gradually turned furious and crazed.

Even with the same force he used before, Jingyan could barely hold onto it.

"efficient!"

Orochimaru's fingers moved in a five-elemental motion, pressing on the area where the monkey had just unleashed his chakra, immediately sealing the chakra back into place.

It immediately became weak.

"Incredible! Incredible!!"

Hyuga Hizashi was repeatedly amazed.

The ability to apply pressure points can also be used on monkeys, which means...

If they are intelligent enough, they could even cultivate themselves like them?

"Remember that feeling you just experienced; that was chakra."

Jingyan soothed him with illusion magic while whispering about what chakra was.

The monkey gradually calmed down.

It glanced cautiously at Orochimaru, then looked at Kyohiko, making "squeaks" as it spoke, but no one knew what it was saying, not even Kyohiko could understand its emotions.

But obviously.

It wasn't as terrified as before.

Even without Jingyan applying the illusion technique, it still followed them, but due to the side effects of the forbidden technique, it was in a very weak and listless state.

Orochimaru looked down at it, a hint of admiration in his eyes.

Even animals crave power...

He paused for a moment, patted the other person's head, then looked up and asked, "And then?"

"I'll try out more acupoint effects, summarize and generalize, and try to create a system. Before that, I need to write a letter to the main body about the situation here."

"it is good."

……

Konoha Hospital.

Tsunade glanced over and saw that Koharu Utatane was immersed in excitement and exhilaration, completely devoid of the anger she had shown before arriving. Her mood calmed down as well.

The old woman has always been like this, but she has made contributions to the maintenance and expansion of Konoha Hospital. Why should I bother with her?

Tsunade let out a sigh of relief.

"Let's go. Medical treatment has come this far. This technology will definitely be promoted in the future, but how to promote it and how to practice it are things we need to discuss and research."

"Um."

Xiaochun nodded as she turned to sleep.

Even though she didn't understand acupressure or acupuncture, she knew that medical ninjutsu and skills required time and experience to hone through experimentation.

Ordinary medical ninjutsu can be replaced by animals like "fish," but what can be used to replace acupressure and acupuncture?

We can't use living people.

This is taboo.

Inside the office, Tsunade, Koharu Utatane, and Biwako Sarutobi met.

"Tsunade, Kyohiko, how many of these acupoints have you discovered?"

"Many acupoints have been discovered, but the key is how to verify and test them. Currently, the acupoints that have been proven to be useful for treatment are mainly those on the limbs and those close to the internal organs..."

Tsunade showed Kyohiko's booklet to the two of them.

Of course, she tore off the part about the "Five Forbidden Acupoints".

A few minutes later, Sarutobi Biwako put down the booklet.

"Tsunade, this technique is good, but the research and training process is extremely difficult. Do you have any solutions?"

This is the most crucial issue.

How does one cultivate oneself?

No matter how powerful a technique is, if it cannot be practiced safely, it can only be shelved.

Alternatively, one might have to resort to methods that defy common sense.

What could Tsunade do?

She sat up straight and said, "This is also the main purpose of my discussion today: are there any alternative experimental materials?"

A moment of silence fell over the room.

None of the three could think of a solution.

At that moment, the door was pushed open.

Jingyan walked in and said, "Don't worry, this problem was solved this morning."

"Oh?"

A hint of surprise appeared on Tsunade's face. "You've come up with a plan?"

Xiaochun, who was switching dorms, wanted to question it.

She swallowed the words back.

Jingyan is the kind of guy who never does anything without preparation, and he knows them well enough that he wouldn't go so far as to experiment on people.

She's already embarrassed herself enough today and doesn't want to lose face any more.

Without much thought, Sarutobi Biwako asked directly, "What method?"

"Monkeys, I previously asked Orochimaru-senpai to help me collect and train a group of monkeys and gorillas. Just now, it was confirmed that they also possess structures similar to human acupuncture points."

Kyohiko replied.

His shadow clone did this in the morning.

Tsunade was so excited that she stood up.

"real?"

"Yes, I used a forbidden technique to confirm that they also have similar structures in their bodies, and can unleash amazing chakra, strength and physical abilities through this pressure point technique."

"Very good!"

Tsunade was overjoyed, and Koharu Utatane and Biwako Sarutobi were equally delighted; the three of them couldn't sit still any longer.

The similar structure means that they can perfectly undertake research and training in medical ninjutsu and techniques, and the problems that used to give them a lot of headaches are easily solved.

This is no less significant than developing a new ninjutsu technique.

"However, I have a request, or rather, a request."

"you say."

Xiaochun immediately said, "I'm turning to my new room."

With such results, she would agree to two or three requests, let alone one.

"Without a doubt, the ninja beasts are far more effective and have greater endurance than ordinary wild beasts. I would like to ask the Third Hokage for help in having the Ape Demon clan guide them in their training."

Jingyan made a request.

Tsunade and Koharu both looked towards Lake Sarutobi.

As the wife of three generations, she has the most right to speak on this matter.

Sarutobi Biwako hesitated somewhat.

"Apes and monkeys possess extremely high intelligence. If they also master chakra training, their intelligence might become even stronger, and then they could be used as experimental subjects..."

Tsunade and Koharu Utatane remained silent.

"Ninja beasts can be used as combat resources, as well as for experiments and research. Compared to humans, this is already a much better solution."

"Kyohiko said."

Sarutobi Biwako said, "I will speak with Hiruzen and try my best to meet your needs."

The research and advancement of ninjutsu indeed cannot be separated from various experiments.

Between humans and ninja beasts, ninja beasts are obviously more acceptable when necessary.

and.

The refinement of experimental subjects could very well lead to a complete revolution in medical ninjutsu, techniques, and systems, and the slight cost would be entirely worthwhile.

……

In the evening, at one of the Sarutobi family estates, the family members sat down together for a rare meal.

but.

The atmosphere inside the room was so oppressive it was frightening.

Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at his two sons and silently finished his meal.

Wait until everyone has finished eating.

"I'm finished eating!"

Sarutobi Asuma and Sarutobi Shinnosuke put down their chopsticks at the same time.

The two were about to leave.

"etc."

"Father, is there something you need?"

Sarutobi Shinnosuke stopped in his tracks.

Although Asuma was unwilling, he obediently stayed.

"Asuma, how's your training going lately?"

"fine."

Asma answered calmly.

The atmosphere was awkward.

Sarutobi Shinnosuke, on the other hand, talked about Asuma's training.

Two people were standing and one person was sitting, but only the two of them were talking.

Later, Hiruzen Sarutobi ran out of things to say, and seeing Asuma's expression, he immediately lost interest in continuing the conversation and waved his hand to indicate that they didn't need to stay any longer.

The two went outside.

Sarutobi Biwako was about to clear the dishes, but upon seeing this scene, she stopped and said, "Hiruzen, there are two things I need to discuss with you."

"What is it?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi was puzzled.

Even if his wife has important matters to discuss, she usually talks about them before bed or in private, and rarely seeks his advice at this time.

"Should we let Asuma try out the Ape Demon clan too?"

Sarutobi Biwako said.

Hiruzen Sarutobi pondered for a moment, then said, "Asuma, his strength is still somewhat lacking..."

"You just don't understand Asuma enough. This kid is different from Shinnosuke; he needs more affirmation, not constant denial of his efforts and ideas!"

Sarutobi Biwako refuted this with dissatisfaction.

Hiruzen Sarutobi wanted to refute, but couldn't find a reason to do so—

He doesn't really care much about the children. The way he's raising and getting close to them is still the same as the way he used to do with Shinnosuke.

but.

The two children have different personalities...

He sighed, "I'll do my best."

Hiruzen Sarutobi took a drag of his cigarette, then glanced at her and said, "You must have something else to do, right?"

"It's that kid, Kyohiko. He discovered that the anatomy of animals like monkeys and apes is very similar to that of humans, making them suitable as experimental subjects for ninjutsu and medical research..."

Sarutobi Biwako spoke softly.

She described the situation in detail, and Hiruzen Sarutobi looked surprised as he listened.

Replacing humans with apes...

This method.

It wasn't bad, but he always felt that Kyohiko initially thought of this because of Orochimaru.

He remained silent for a few seconds.

Then, Hiruzen Sarutobi exhaled a puff of smoke.

"I can talk to Enma about it, but let Shinnosuke handle Asuma. I might not be suitable..."

Ugh!

Hiruzen Sarutobi let out a long sigh.

Sarutobi Biwako tidied the table and said, "Asuma seems strong, but he's actually soft-hearted and needs everyone's approval. Unfortunately, among his peers, there was Kakashi before, and now there's Kyohiko..."

"Even counting from the time of the First Hokage, there are few in Konoha who can compare to Kyohiko's talent."

Hiruzen Sarutobi retorted bluntly, "Comparing yourself to him is just asking for trouble."

"Don't worry unnecessarily. You should compare yourself to the best, that's what motivates you! You always think he's doing things wrong, not good enough, can't you just acknowledge his abilities?"

Sarutobi Biwako couldn't help but scold him.

Hiruzen Sarutobi was speechless.

Outside, Sarutobi Asuma huddled in a corner, quietly eavesdropping on the conversation inside.

It's Yoshimine Kyohiko again...

but.

At this moment, Sarutobi Asuma was very calm.

He has been out of school for almost half a year and is no longer the ambitious child who was just out of school and thought about surpassing Jingyan.

The more he practiced, the more he understood the gap between them.

Putting aside everything else.

Just talking about the difference in status—

The other party is already the captain of the Dark Army, leading a group of people, and researching very advanced things every day, while I have to study even fist blades and wind-style ninjutsu for half a year.

"Asma, come, let's continue our practical training today."

Sarutobi Shinnosuke turned back and said.

"it is good."

Asma got up and followed.

In any case, he has already lost three years and cannot afford to waste any more.

He wants to become stronger and catch up with those ahead of him!

……

There is no reward.

"I may need to participate in the development of more techniques that can be used for acupuncture treatment. In addition, some of the concepts from my previous life can also be drawn upon."

"The research and summarization of acupoints can be gradually tested on monkeys. For now, we should focus on the Ibri clan, and complete their smoke transformation ability as soon as possible so that they can join the Dark Intelligence Department for training."

Jingyan was thinking about the plan.

However, no research can be completed in a day or two; training and research can be carried out simultaneously.

The next day, electricity and water were brought over from nearby locations along the route.

In just one day, the Ibri clan's dwellings were connected to electricity and water, and Kyohiko and Yamato went again to help them build ten more houses.

Twenty houses were enough for their entire clan to live in.

Ibrahim was very grateful.

and so.

He was also thinking about how to make his family generate value as soon as possible to avoid being abandoned later.

Even though it was a sunken valley, surrounded on three sides, making it quiet and windless, they still dared not use their abilities casually.

From the outside world, they are worse off than ordinary people.

Upon seeing Jingyan arrive, he immediately stepped forward with his two children.

"My lord, these two are among the most talented children in our clan. Her name is Xuejian, and his name is Tianzang."

Heavenly Treasury.

The real deal!

Kyohiko glanced at Yamato.

"Yamato, you will be in charge of teaching and guiding all the children of their clan from now on."

"Huh? Me?"

"right!"

Jingyan nodded.

Yamato looked at the girl in front of him and the child who was about his age, his eyes shining.

He thought of the girl who used to spend time with him in the lab, and his courage immediately grew stronger.

"Yes, I will do my best."

(End of this chapter)