Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 71: Also a summoning jutsu, but the difference...

Outside Konoha, at Minato Namikaze's house.

Kushina returned from grocery shopping in the morning, struggling with what to cook or what excuse to use to mooch a meal at Kurenai's place.

result.

She sensed something was slightly off before she even opened the door.

Upon reaching the door, Kushina's eyes widened, and she then took out her key.

Crack...

As soon as I opened the door, a fragrant aroma wafted out.

Kushina's eyes welled up with tears. She immediately grabbed the groceries and rushed into the house, throwing them onto the table before lunging towards Minato.

"You're finally back!"

"We have guests! Ha, ha..."

Minato beckoned Kushina down, then apologized to Yuzuki Uzumaki.

The little girl remained unmoved.

She looked at Kushina quietly, her gaze devoid of excitement, only indifferent. Even when their eyes met, Kushina could sense a strong malice.

Kushina's anticipated reunion after a long separation did not end happily, but rather with estrangement and hatred.

Why...

She was stunned and didn't know what to do for a moment.

"Kushina?"

Minato turned his head in confusion to look at his wife.

Why is Kushina making that expression?

"I am Jiu..."

Kushina quickly introduced herself.

"Kushina Uzumaki, I know you, my grandmother mentioned you to me."

Yuzuki Uzumaki answered.

Kushina gave a stiff smile, then looked at Minato: "Sorry, I didn't know you were coming, so I didn't buy much groceries. I'll go to the market and buy some more..."

"Okay, you probably haven't had breakfast yet, have you? There's breakfast prepared in the pot."

Minato smiled.

Then he turned and walked into the street.

Kushina looked at the girl from her own clan, her gaze dim.

Do you hate me?

"hatred?"

Yuzuki Uzumaki thought for a moment, then shook her head, her gaze calm. "I just don't like you."

She paused for a moment, then said, "The village was destroyed, and the survivors wandered everywhere. Only you are living happily in Konoha, with a husband who loves you very much."

Should I like you?

She was direct.

This left Kushina speechless, unable to answer the girl's question for a long time.

……

Konoha Hospital.

Jingyan came here immediately after leaving the Hokage Building.

Yesterday, Xi Ri Hong sought his advice.

Logically speaking, Kurenai Yuhi must have made an attempt, so why haven't we received any feedback yet?

Furthermore, if I become a Jonin, the team might be reorganized.

With many doubts, he went to the hospital.

When he arrived at Tsunade's laboratory, he heard sounds coming from inside.

"Not bad, your control is very refined, that's your strength, but your physique is relatively weak, so you'll have less chakra. You need to be careful to conserve every bit of chakra..."

Tsunade's voice.

"Yes, teacher, I will work even harder!"

This is Kurenai Yuhi's voice.

Jingyan stopped.

Tsunade has taken Kurenai Yuhi as her disciple!

No wonder...

He understood immediately.

He skipped the Chunin stage and was promoted directly to Jonin. Kakashi, who was also a Chunin in his team, ended up in their team because he didn't get along with others and couldn't cooperate.

Now, Kurenai Yuhi is going to learn medical skills from Tsunade—

She started late and needs to spend more time studying medicine, so she definitely won't be able to join them on missions.

Sakura Haruno and Ino, who lived in later generations, also experienced similar periods.

pretty good!

According to this logic, Tsunade should have been cured as well.

He turned and left.

however.

Upon reaching the entrance, in the lobby on the first floor, amidst the cacophony of voices, a soft whisper caught his attention.

"With Lady Tsunade's help, can she heal him?"

"Although Lady Tsunade has returned to the village, she hasn't had surgery in a long time. I heard there's been a problem."

"Huh? This... no way!"

The whispers in the corner usually go unnoticed.

but.

This is a hospital.

Jingyan glanced around and saw the two talking in the corner, looking just like "complete strangers".

He didn't linger and walked out of the hospital.

Once outside, Jingyan took a walk around the village.

Aside from the hospital, there wasn't much discussion about other places.

After going around in circles, he transformed and returned to the hospital, but the two people had disappeared.

……

At night, a figure quietly arrived at Tsunade's residence.

Inside the room, Tsunade opened her eyes instantly.

She walked to the bedside.

Just as they were waiting cautiously, a gentle knock came from outside the window, followed by a low, resonant sound.

"sister."

"..."

Tsunade opened the window.

Whoosh!

Jingyan jumped in and huddled in the corner.

"Don't turn on the light."

"What's wrong?"

Tsunade frowned and looked outside through the gap in the curtains.

There's nobody here!

"We're not sure if anyone's watching, so let's just talk casually."

Jingyan said in a low voice.

Tsunade immediately became serious—

Although they hadn't known each other for long, she knew that Jingyan was rarely this cautious in the village.

"What happened?"

"During the day, I heard..."

Jingyan recounted what he had seen and heard.

Tsunade's brows relaxed, and she smiled, "What's the big deal? I haven't had surgery in a long time, so it's normal for them to have their own thoughts."

"Excuse me, has your hemophobia gotten better?"

"Thanks to your guidance, Hong and her father successfully researched and cured me."

Tsunade spoke in a gentle tone.

Then she sighed softly, "That technique... is too wonderful, it's easy to become addicted. I don't know how to use it yet, I'm still figuring it out."

It turned out to be like this...

No wonder there was no feedback; they didn't know how to use it.

Jingyan understood immediately.

The virtual world is fake, but it is indeed addictive.

but.

The point is-

Tsunade is ready!

Jingyan chuckled and said, "Sister, I have an idea. Since you're already better, why don't you pretend that your hemophobia hasn't gotten better yet, and wait and see what happens next? Let's see if I'm being paranoid or if someone is really up to something."

"If it doesn't involve major surgery, then it's fine..."

Tsunade pondered for a moment, then nodded in agreement.

She squinted at the outside: "If someone is causing trouble, it can only be Danzo. But Danzo may not only represent his own ideas; he may also be being instructed or used."

You mean...?

"Don't underestimate my teacher; he fought his way through the most chaotic times."

Tsunade said seriously.

It seems there are things between Tsunade and the Third Hokage that she doesn't know.

Jingyan understood.

"In short, pay attention and see if anyone talks about this."

"Okay, I'll keep an eye on it."

Then, the two exchanged some recent information.

After hearing a faint, silent sound from below, Kyohiko bid farewell and canceled the shadow clone.

……

A month later.

While training, Kyohiko kept an eye on the discussions around Konoha.

Public opinion in the village is indeed changing.

Previously, when Tsunade returned, many people held her in high esteem, but now some people are saying that Tsunade is ill and is no longer the same as before.

Everything went as he expected.

On this day, the Jonin's disguise and approval were completed.

Kyohiko was received at the Hokage Building.

The process wasn't complicated, but the system notification sounded just as I received the vest.

You personally trained a genius Jonin!

[Reward: Water Formation Wall Level Up]

Tsk!

I'm grateful to myself for working so hard.

Jingyan sighed inwardly, then quickly reviewed his memories.

Master-level water array wall!

Reaching the Master level grants even greater control; much of this was something he had been working on before, but after completing the Master level upgrade, it was a one-step process. The key point is—

Simplified hand seals!

The technique that originally required 6 hand seals can be simplified to 2 hand seals after reaching the master level.

Saving four seals is of paramount importance in battle, and the analysis of the water formation wall seals left Kyohiko in awe.

Tobirama Senju was indeed a genius!

This is just the water array wall.

The Water Dragon Bullet has so many hand seals; omitting, simplifying, and then creating new hand seals requires an unimaginable amount of effort.

However, he hasn't come away empty-handed.

Shui Luanbo reached the master level through his own efforts, and the reason is simple—

He incorporated techniques for changing the nature of "compression".

The turbulent water waves can now coalesce into bundles, increasing their destructive effect.

Regrettably.

Kyohiko's mastery of nature transformations hasn't reached the level of Tobirama Senju, and he can't yet achieve the level of Water Breaker, but it's enough to make up for his lack of ranged damage.

A quick glance at the panel.

He was quite satisfied, but still felt something was missing.

Jingyan took the vest.

Outside the door, Kakashi leaned against the doorframe, his eyes filled with envy.

He already knew about Kyohiko's promotion.

In fact, this matter couldn't be kept secret. A week ago, the news of the youngest Jonin had already spread throughout Konoha.

"teacher."

Jingyan looked up.

Jiraiya coughed lightly, put away his binoculars, and jumped down from the building.

Then, he said seriously, "Hong is cultivating in the hospital, so let's skip the celebration. Today, I mainly want to offer some suggestions regarding your cultivation."

"yes!"

"Come with me."

Jiraiya took the lead.

Before long, the three of them reached the edge of the Death Forest.

It's a quiet and spacious place.

Generally, ninjutsu tests are conducted here.

Jiraiya looked at the two of them.

"Kurenai has been temporarily reassigned by Tsunade, so your team will have to be reorganized. The team has been roughly decided. You, Might Guy, and Minato will form a group of four and take on missions of rank A or higher."

Rank A and above means that powerful ninjas will inevitably be involved in future missions, and the mission objectives will be more important than before.

The compensation also increased exponentially.

however.

It is also more difficult.

"What are your own thoughts on ninjutsu training?"

Jiraiya asked.

Kakashi pondered for a moment and said, "As for me, I might study the property changes of various attributes and try to incorporate them into my swordsmanship."

"Does it change in various properties?"

Jiraiya recalled Kakashi's slash that severed the kunai.

That must be a sword technique derived from incorporating the nature transformation of Lightning Release.

That's a good idea.

He pondered for a moment.

"I'll go back and organize it, and I'll send you some information later."

"Thank you, teacher!"

Kakashi thanked him with delight.

Knowledge of ninjutsu is very valuable, and his family doesn't have much of it.

Jiraiya waved his hand: "You've already called me teacher, there's nothing to thank me for."

He looked at Kyohiko.

"And you?"

"My next step is to learn Lightning Release ninjutsu."

Kyohiko replied.

Kakashi asked in surprise, "Why?"

He has already mastered Lightning Release, and within the team, they can cooperate and help each other. Kyohiko can definitely develop another kind of ninjutsu in depth.

For example, Fire Release and Wind Release.

"Iwagakure's strength is recovering quickly. According to current intelligence, they have appeared in both the Land of Hot Springs and the Land of Grass. If war comes, we will inevitably clash with them."

Jingyan expressed his concerns.

Kakashi immediately fell silent.

Lightning Release counters Earth Release, so having another person who masters Lightning Release would indeed be more useful in a war with Iwagakure.

This……

He felt extremely ashamed.

While Jingyan lacks a strong sense of purpose in improving his own abilities, he plans his study time based on future needs and expectations, making the difference between the two immediately apparent.

but.

"As for Lightning Release, we can exchange and learn from each other."

"Okay, as for water-style ninjutsu, I should also try to learn one or two more area-of-effect techniques."

Jingyan revealed his plan.

Jiraiya felt both gratified and ashamed.

Thankfully, Jingyan remained as intelligent as ever, understanding his needs and desires without needing any guidance from others.

To his shame, he was practically useless as a teacher.

After pondering for a while, Jiraiya took out a scroll.

"You can only learn ninjutsu through your own training, but there is one skill I can use to help you."

He opened the reel.

Several names are displayed above, including Jiraiya and Minato Namikaze.

This is the scroll of the psychic contract!

Kakashi recognized him.

He was utterly astonished, and then said, "Teacher, I already have a psychic contract..."

The Hatake clan possesses scrolls that are bound to ninja dogs.

"There's no rule that you can only have one contract, but the toads of Mount Myōboku can provide you with considerable help at crucial moments."

Jiraiya said.

"Thank you, teacher!"

Without hesitation, Kyohiko wrote his name on the scroll.

Mount Myōboku is one of the three sacred sites, and one of the few places in the ninja world where one can learn Sage Mode.

It would be foolish to turn down an opportunity that comes knocking on your door.

Seeing this, Kakashi hesitated for a moment before writing down his own name as well.

Afterwards, Jiraiya taught him the secrets of summoning techniques.

Kakashi took a deep breath, then wiped away the blood, formed hand seals, and pressed himself to the ground.

The next moment, the procedure was performed.

"what?"

A small toad appeared, looking around in confusion, with a few insects in its mouth.

It swallowed it with a slurp.

"Jiraiya, what's the matter?"

Her voice still leans towards that of a woman.

"It's alright. Sorry, Toad Spring. It was my disciple who had a spiritual connection with you. Since you're eating, I won't disturb you any longer."

Jiraiya pointed at Kakashi.

Kakashi greeted them, but Jiraiya and Kyohiko, who knew him well, knew that he was still somewhat disappointed.

This is way too small!

After dismissing them, Jiraiya explained, "The size of a toad does not represent its strength. Take Gama Haru from earlier, for example. It is skilled in ninjutsu and genjutsu, and is one of the few toads on Mount Myōboku that has mastered some genjutsu."

Ninjutsu, genjutsu?

Kakashi paused, speechless.

Could it be that my true strengths lie in ninjutsu and genjutsu?

Jiraiya looked at Kyohiko.

"Why don't you give it a try?"

"Um."

Jingyan followed the same method.

Then, he felt the technique continuously absorbing chakra.

Something is wrong!

Jingyan frantically refined and synthesized chakra until his face turned pale, and finally—

boom!

A deafening roar.

The ground was smashed open, and a rather large toad appeared in front of the three of them.

It moved its foot, and immediately the ground cracked open.

Jiraiya immediately greeted him, "Dali, I didn't expect you to come. My disciple is testing a summoning jutsu today!"

The mighty toad looked at Jingyan.

"Is that you, the one who can communicate with me?"

"Hello, I am Ryōmine Kyohiko, a disciple of Jiraiya-sensei."

Jingyan immediately greeted him.

Mighty Toad.

This one is really strong; no wonder it consumed so much of his chakra!

"If you need anything, you can communicate with me again next time."

The mighty toad responded.

Then, it dispelled the psychic communication itself.

Kakashi, standing to the side, remained expressionless, inwardly questioning the meaning of life.

While it's said that the toads have different abilities, the destructive power they wield is clearly not on the same level, right?

He was speechless for a moment.

Jiraiya was a little embarrassed and couldn't make amends any further. He coughed lightly and said, "Kakashi, perhaps your chakra reserves are less than Kyohiko's, and you're more suited to genjutsu..."

"Yes, I will try my best."

Kakashi's frustration was only temporary, and he didn't really take it to heart.

There was no one else around.

Jingyan looked around and said, "Teacher, the team is being reorganized, and I don't know when we will leave the village to carry out the mission, but the current situation is not optimistic. You must help us a lot."

He had a premonition.

The Third Hokage or Danzo may transfer him away from Konoha in the near future.

"You mean, the recent rumors?"

Seeing this, Jiraiya also became serious.

Jingyan nodded.

He shared with him the information he had gleaned during his recent training sessions.

This is not valid information.

but.

Small things add up, and this will definitely be a major blow to Tsunade's reputation.

Jiraiya snorted coldly and said, "Don't worry, I already have a plan. Just like you said, public opinion is a weapon, and Danzo has always used it very well, but we might not be unable to use it either!"

It's hard to find good deeds Danzo did, but he has a lot of bad ones.

Even a random glimpse would be enough to give Danzo a hard time.

Jingyan hesitated for a moment, then whispered, "Tsunade once told me not to underestimate the Hokage."

"fire……"

Jiraiya wanted to refute, but in the end he was speechless.

Danzo's actions may not be entirely unintentional; the Third Hokage might be behind them. Targeting Danzo directly might just be playing into their hands.

He frowned.

"Then what should we do?"

"Strengthening ourselves is definitely the top priority. If we're strong enough, we can silence the doubters. Both Tsunade and you need an opportunity to prove yourselves. As for public opinion, you can use the recent attack as leverage, specifically targeting Danzo..."

Danzo is Hiruzen Sarutobi's black glove.

Without cutting him off, there's no way to directly threaten Hiruzen Sarutobi.

At the very least, the remaining power of the Dark Division must be forced out!

Jiraiya had his own agenda.

"I understand what to do, don't worry!"

"With you here, I feel at ease."

Jing Yan said.

For Tsunade to rise to power would definitely be much better than for the Third Hokage!

Tsunade trusted him.

This is one of them.

Secondly, Tsunade is more flexible and adaptable, unlike Hiruzen Sarutobi, who often sticks to old rules and tries to please everyone, ultimately ending up with nothing to show for it.

Jiraiya was also pondering what he should do next...

but.

As he pondered, he felt something was off.

rest assured?

Ok?

That's not right!

I am the teacher!

Jiraiya's expression was strange, but thinking back to the past, he was speechless for a moment.

Forget it.

It's not the first time!

"Oh, by the way, to congratulate you on your promotion to Jonin, I have a gift for you."

As Jiraiya spoke, he took out a knife-shaped object from his waist.

Jingyan took it and lifted the cloth.

This sword is shorter than Kakashi's White Fang, somewhere between a dagger and a short sword, and seems more like a work made from insufficient materials.

but.

He tried it briefly and immediately understood the difference.

This is a chakra weapon.

"Teacher, this is too precious!"

"It's not top-grade, but it's the only one I could find, so you'll have to make do..."

Jiraiya felt embarrassed.

This knife is indeed too short; it's more like a dagger, only slightly longer than a kunai.

Jingyan shook his head, then bowed respectfully.

"That's enough, thank you, teacher!"

(End of this chapter)