Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 53 Challenge? I'm definitely stronger than you!

On the way back, Jiraiya remained silent.

Jingyan followed behind, secretly lamenting the lack of system response.

Although it was expected.

Yahiko and his group expanded southwards, avoiding the power of the Land of Rain and the Land of Earth, and temporarily lay low to strengthen themselves. In the short term, this brought no benefit to Konoha.

but.

Without a doubt, their attitude is definitely inclined towards Konoha.

If a war breaks out with Sunagakure in the future, Yahiko's side, which is developing and lurking in the Land of Rivers, may become an ally and source of intelligence for Konoha.

Rewards or something.

Once Yahiko actually implements the plan and there are corresponding measures, there will likely be real feedback and rewards.

This is a long-term investment.

A casual stroke of the pen won't do him much harm at the moment.

not to mention.

Whether Nagato and his group can stay in the Land of Rivers for long remains to be seen.

Would Ban let them off so easily?

Hard to say.

With their return to Yugakure imminent, Jiraiya broke the silence.

"Kyohiko."

"Don't worry, teacher, I'll keep it a secret."

Kyohiko replied.

Jiraiya chuckled and shook his head, saying, "That's not it."

"Promise me you'll stay safe, because you're important to me, to Tsunade, and to Konoha!"

Jiraiya is very serious.

Compared to Minato and Nagato, he now feels that Kyohiko might be the "prophetic child" he has been waiting for.

As for Tsunade...

Jiraiya believes that Tsunade may be transferring some of her emotions and expectations to Kyohiko, and her condition has clearly improved recently in Konoha.

If Kyohiko were to die, Jiraiya could imagine how crazy Tsunade would become, and he would also be unable to forgive himself.

"Teacher, don't speak of unfortunate things, it will affect your luck."

"Oh? Hahaha, you're right!"

Amidst laughter, the two quietly returned to the courtyard and dispelled the shadow clones left at home.

of course.

Both shadow clones were created by Jiraiya.

……

For the next few days, Kyohiko kept trying to perfect the combination of Body Flicker Technique and Shadow Clone Technique.

The clone technique and shadow clone technique need to be improved further!

The former is unlikely to make further progress in the short term unless he delves deeply into illusion techniques, but Jingyan has been using the latter and has recently gained considerable insights.

He had a vague feeling—

By relying on himself, he may soon break through the Shadow Clone Technique.

In the following days, he kept asking Jiraiya about the tricks and key points of the Shadow Clone Technique, comparing and verifying them with the problems he was currently facing.

at last.

On the eve of the Chunin Exams...

Name: Ryōmine Kyohiko

Age: 7

[Bloodline Limit]: None

【Skill】:

Transformation Technique (Master), Clone Technique (Master), Substitution Technique (Master), Body Flicker Technique (Grandmaster), Water Release: Water Chaos Wave (Master), Water Release: Water Wall (Master), Shadow Clone Technique (Master), Super Strength Technique (Proficient), White Fang Blade Technique (Beginner)

Master-level Shadow Clone Technique!

It has a very different meaning for Jingyan, because Jingyan practiced the Shadow Clone Technique from beginning to end, and reaching the mastery level was really not easy.

The proficient level of Shadow Clone Technique isn't much different; the main difference lies in the more skillful control over the Shadow Clone's chakra, resulting in faster clones and reduced intermediate chakra loss during the return flow when dispelling them.

It may seem insignificant, but if you pay attention to the details, you might be able to unleash an extra ninjutsu.

but.

Shadow clones and clone techniques are just tricks used to enhance deception.

The real killer moves are the knife and superhuman strength.

At that moment, a sound came from downstairs.

"Kyohiko, let's go."

"it is good."

Today is the day the Chunin Exams begin.

Jingyan packed his things, went downstairs, and caught up with the group in front.

……

Outside Yugakure Village, a site consisting of an extinct volcano, forest, and streams became the examination venue for this joint Chunin Exam.

Almost all the ninja villages in the eastern part of the region came to this exam, with only a few, such as Iwagakure and Sunagakure, not participating.

Outside the examination hall, ninjas from various villages gathered.

A quick glance.

There were a few familiar faces on the other side of the mist.

Kisame Hoshigaki, Mangetsu Hozuki, and a young girl whose features look somewhat familiar.

Hidden Cloud Village.

He didn't recognize anyone else, but one person stood out—

Her light brown hair was simply braided, and her face looked very young, probably only six or seven years old. At this moment, she coldly scanned her surroundings.

Based on his appearance, this person is very likely the Two-Tails Jinchuriki of Kumogakure, Yugito Nii.

The Jinchūriki have all arrived!

Has the Hidden Cloud Village gone mad?

Jingyan suppressed his surprise and continued to observe the others.

In a corner of the crowd, many ninjas from small ninja villages stood scattered, including Kyusuke.

Then, he noticed a squad.

Judging from their headbands, they should be ninjas from the Grass Village. The reason I noticed them is...

"So many ninjas."

"Ugh! It's been so many years since the Chunin Exams, and look what happened... What bad luck! If only that new red-haired girl were here, I heard she has medical skills..."

"shut up!!"

The Jonin in front shouted a rebuke, and the three of them immediately dared not speak again.

Jingyan's heart stirred.

Red-haired woman.

Medical capabilities.

Karin's mother?

He glanced over there, scanning them and memorizing their faces.

The Jonin seemed to sense something and looked towards Konoha. Upon seeing Jiraiya ahead, he nodded slightly and a smile appeared on his face.

They greeted each other.

Jiraiya turned around and smiled, "The first exam is about to begin, let's go in."

"yes!"

Kai was impatient and was the first to head to the temporary examination room at the foot of the mountain, with Kurenai Yuhi following closely behind.

Jingyan took a few steps.

Jiraiya caught up from behind.

"Kyohiko."

"Teacher, is there anything I need to tell you?"

Jingyan stopped.

Jiraiya hesitated for a moment, then whispered, "While ensuring my own safety, I will help my fellow villagers as much as possible, at least to save their lives."

"Yes, teacher, I understand."

Jingyan nodded.

Once inside the enclosure, all of their Jonin moved away, and soon the area became noisy.

Jingyan searched through the chaotic sounds for a while before finding Kai and Yuhi Kurenai who had gone in first. They were with Yamashiro Aoba and the other two.

Just as I was about to pass by.

"You must be Ryōmine Kyohiko?"

A cold voice came from his side.

A girl with rice tea-colored hair.

Two wooden figures.

Kyohiko nodded: "Kumakuya ninja, what is it?"

The girl breathed a sigh of relief.

However, her expression quickly changed from relaxed to serious with a hint of tension.

"My name is Yugito Nii, and I'd like to challenge you in the upcoming exam!"

"No problem. You look younger than me, so your academic foundation is definitely not as solid as mine."

Jingyan smiled.

The girl's face flushed red instantly, but quickly returned to a cold and indifferent expression.

"I'm talking about the battle, not the first exam!"

"If we can meet."

After Jingyan finished speaking, he turned around and went to meet up with Kai.

Although dealing with Jinchuriki is somewhat troublesome without sealing techniques, if he happens to encounter one, Kyohiko would indeed like to see the difference between himself and a Jinchuriki.

Not receiving a definite answer, the two Yugito immediately said, "I will come find you!"

Jingyan waved his hand, his attitude neither agreeing nor disagreeing.

Among the crowd, Hozuki Mangetsu had a complicated expression, but he didn't dare to say anything harsh.

His last encounter with the opponent left him quite discouraged.

In comparison, Kisame Hoshigaki seemed more eager to fight, his face beaming with excitement.

"This time I will wash away this humiliation!"

He was very dissatisfied with his last defeat, believing that he had not understood Jingyan well enough to cause his temporary failure.

If it happened again, he would definitely not lose to the Konoha ninja who also practiced Water Release, thanks to his superior ninjutsu. He even mocked Hozuki Mangetsu for this.

(End of this chapter)