Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 8 Is your talent reasonable?

In the Hokage's office, Hiruzen Sarutobi released the crystal ball, a look of relief appearing on his face.

"call!"

These three kids definitely can't beat Jiraiya.

but.

The fact that he was able to complete the task of stealing the bell so well greatly exceeded the expectations of the third generation.

He originally thought—

If these three can put aside their past grievances and maintain a certain level of teamwork, perhaps Jiraiya will turn a blind eye and let them off the hook.

But now, Kyohiko and Kurenai deliberately left themselves out, giving Kakashi an opportunity.

Kakashi didn't make a fuss; instead, he seized the opportunity.

There is a conflict, but it does not affect the assessment.

One yard owned by a yard.

This is the mindset of a mature ninja.

Simultaneously.

The one who orchestrated all of this—

It was the child he hadn't paid any attention to before.

No wonder Jiraiya specifically picked him out.

……

The familiar Ichiraku Ramen restaurant.

the difference is.

Now, Shouda is in his prime, his masculine face radiating youthful energy.

Kakashi put his mask back on.

Jiraiya burst in and shouted, "Boss, four orders of ramen!"

"Alright, please have a seat, all four of you."

He waved and smiled.

"You guys sit here, I'll go... buy some barbecue, as a snack."

Jiraiya glanced around.

but.

He glanced at her sideways, a sense of unease creeping into his heart.

"Kyohiko, come with me, let's see what we want to eat."

"Yes."

Jingyan respectfully stood up.

The two left.

Kurenai couldn't help but sigh softly, "Lord Jiraiya really values ​​Kyohiko!"

"Well……"

Kakashi's gaze glazed over slightly, then he hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but stopped himself.

He remembers it very clearly.

then--

Jiraiya suddenly froze for a moment, his attention diverted, which allowed him to cooperate in cutting the rope.

Seems to be……

Saying things like "You don't want to either."

"Kakashi, you seem to know something?"

As a ninja skilled in genjutsu and sensory perception, Kurenai Yuhi immediately noticed that Kakashi seemed to be acting strangely just now.

Kakashi thought for a moment and gave a cautious and brief reply.

"We might know each other."

"Jiraiya-sama and Kyohiko?"

"Um."

……

"Kyohiko, you did a great job today."

"It's thanks to your leniency, otherwise we definitely wouldn't have been able to get through."

Jingyan is not Naruto or Obito.

He knew perfectly well that the gap between him and the "Three Legendary Sannin" was enormous, and it would be too easy for him to simply prevent them from obtaining the bells.

One needle, Ksitigarbha, eliminates all delusions.

however.

Throughout the entire series, Jiraiya's strongest ninjutsu was nothing more than the Lion's Mane Technique, and even that was an incomplete version, used only as a rope.

This isn't just releasing water, it's releasing the ocean!

Jiraiya coughed lightly: "After all, it's a genin's exam, mainly testing teamwork and attitude, not strength. Also, regarding that matter..."

"Lord Jiraiya, there are some places in the village where you should avoid. After all, you are one of the Legendary Sannin and represent the image of the Konoha ninja."

Jingyan displayed the integrity of a young man.

Jiraiya blushed.

He had previously assumed that Kyohiko had simply been passing by and hadn't noticed his presence.

Now it seems the other party is just too afraid to intervene.

He replied awkwardly, "That was for research purposes, please don't misunderstand."

"oh."

Jingyan had a look on his face that said "I believe it".

Jiraiya was also embarrassed.

He also knew that these words were hard to believe.

"What do you want to eat? Just order whatever you like, it's on me!"

"I'm not paying, am I?"

"You little rascal!"

……

After finishing the ramen and grilled meat, it was already afternoon.

Jiraiya's unusual seriousness.

"From now on, you are a team. I hope you can continue to cooperate as you did this morning. Also—"

Jiraiya looked at the three of them and asked, "Have you trained in tree climbing and water walking?"

"Um."

The three nodded in unison.

Jiraiya took out a piece of paper.

"Kakashi and Kurenai have probably already been tested. You should take the test and see which ninjutsu is more suitable for you to learn."

"Although you two cooperate well, Kakashi's lightning release and swordsmanship are suitable for surprise attacks and assassinations, while Kurenai's genjutsu is more for restraint and support. We lack a front-line fighter."

Jiraiya's meaning is self-evident.

Jingyan is the most suitable member of the squad for frontal combat.

"Yes, I understand."

Does Kyohiko not practice ninjutsu because he doesn't want to train?

There was no chance!

Although they are descendants of the Senju clan, after separating from the clan, they basically had no ninjutsu reserves. After two generations, all they had left was pension money, and without ninjutsu scrolls...

Buying test strips, isn't that a waste of money?

He took the chakra paper.

Soon, a damp patch appeared on the paper.

Jiraiya said, "Based on the paper's indication, you directly possess water-style chakra, making learning water-style ninjutsu the fastest and most convenient option."

Ninjutsu attributes are innate, but can also be developed later.

The attribute that Kyohiko possesses simply means that it will be easier for him to learn Water Release techniques.

In theory, he can also cultivate other attributes.

"I heard that Kakashi is good at Lightning Release, and I'm learning Water Release ninjutsu, which will complement Lightning Release perfectly."

As he spoke, a hint of admiration appeared on his face. "Furthermore, my idol is the Second Hokage. His Water Release techniques are renowned throughout the ninja world; even Kirigakure (Hidden Mist Village) is no match for him!"

The Second Hokage...

A hint of reminiscence also appeared on Jiraiya's face.

That person's water-style techniques are indeed incredibly powerful.

It seems.

Although the child suffered a major blow and his personality changed drastically, he still harbored feelings for Konoha.

Jiraiya sighed for a moment before coming to his senses.

"Alright, I'll teach you Water Wave later. Kurenai, your genjutsu is very strong, but you need to increase your physical training. Kakashi, you have the fewest problems, but they are also the most fatal. You need to actively cooperate with your partners, understand?"

He commented on each one.

The three nodded in unison.

Kurenai and Kakashi stood to the side while Jiraiya began teaching ninjutsu.

"Water Chaos Wave is a basic Water Release ninjutsu, but it is widely used, very convenient, and not very difficult. You can learn it first."

Then, he explained the sequence of hand seals.

Chen, Chou, Mao.

Jiraiya was still saying that Kyohiko had already formed the hand seals, and then—

Water Release: Water Chaos!

Water gushed out of its mouth, turning into a raging torrent.

Jiraiya blinked, momentarily stunned.

Despite the addition of hand seals and ninjutsu steps, everything remained orderly and efficient.

Your chakra control is pretty good!

As far as genin are concerned.

Kyohiko's level is already very high.

"That's amazing!"

Kurenai couldn't help but exclaim in a low voice.

This is my first time learning...

I mastered it immediately.

This talent is truly remarkable.

but.

Jingyan himself understood that his success on the first try was not due to any particular talent, but rather because the Water Chaos Waves were relatively simple, and also because of the reward he received that morning.

With improved chakra control, releasing ninjutsu becomes incredibly easy!

Jiraiya didn't want him to be arrogant, so after pondering for a moment, he said, "It's a C-rank, just the basics of Water Release. Let's try Water Wall, which is a B-rank defensive ninjutsu."

"it is good."

Jingyan nodded.

He listened attentively to the hand seal sequence, then increased his chakra output, spitting out streams of water.

A short while later—

A wall of water, about the height of a person, appeared around him, perfectly protecting him.

Jiraiya was momentarily stunned and shocked.

You little brat!

How can his chakra control be so strong!

It's almost as beautiful as the sunset.

That child is a genjutsu ninja. He has practiced genjutsu since childhood and has talent, which is why he has such a high level of chakra control!

What about Kyohiko?

Over the past year, I've focused on training in taijutsu, substitution jutsu, and body slew technique. I estimate that my chakra control training has consisted mainly of climbing trees and walking on water.

Is this even reasonable?

Thinking of the pain he endured learning ninjutsu back then, Jiraiya's mentality faltered slightly, and he fell into a long period of deep thought.

(End of this chapter)