Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

The missions in Chapter 9 are all for the benefit of the village.

"Teacher, both of these water-style techniques only require basic attributes. You can use them as long as you have the corresponding attribute, so I can master them quickly. Actually, I still have a long way to go..."

Jingyan summarized his thoughts.

he knows.

Tobirama Senju's Water Barrier can be rotated to enhance its defensive effect.

The remaining water walls can also be higher and larger.

In comparison.

His mastery of Water Release techniques was only at a very basic level.

The attribute system of the system panel also proves this point.

Two eye-catching entry-level reviews.

Kakashi couldn't help but exclaim, "That's already incredibly impressive!"

He thought of himself...

When he first used Lightning Release ninjutsu, he wasn't like Kyohiko, who could immediately use a B-rank ninjutsu.

Kakashi understood a little better how the other kids his age had felt when they looked at him back then.

This is really painful!

Kurenai's feelings were even more complicated.

Both Kyohiko and Kakashi are true geniuses, so it's only natural that they would become Jiraiya's subordinates and disciples.

What about yourself?

Her gaze was blank and lost in thought, and she remained silent for a long time.

Kurenai was an excellent student at the Ninja Academy, consistently ranking among the top students in her class. However, after leaving the academy, she inevitably compared herself to Kyohiko and Kakashi, which severely damaged her self-confidence.

Jiraiya glanced at it and couldn't help but sigh inwardly—

Kurenai Yuhi isn't bad, but she does have a hard time getting along with Kyohiko and Kakashi.

but.

What surprised and pleased him most about Jingyan was that Jingyan was more mature than he had imagined.

If it were an ordinary genin, mastering a B-rank ninjutsu on their first try, they'd probably be incredibly arrogant.

This one is quite something.

Instead of letting him criticize, we should first engage in self-criticism and reflection.

What he needs to do...

It means giving the other person a ninjutsu scroll and then teaching Kyohiko how to practice and learn it.

That's so convenient!

Jiraiya sighed inwardly, but nodded calmly on the surface.

"Good that you understand. This level is far from that of a true genius. If I had used Water Release like this back then, my teacher would definitely have asked me if I was daydreaming."

"Yes."

Jingyan lowered his head, looking respectful, and suppressed a laugh.

Jiraiya was definitely not referring to himself, but rather to Orochimaru.

Orochimaru back then was indeed more monstrous than Kyohiko and Kakashi, otherwise Hiruzen Sarutobi wouldn't have placed such high hopes on him.

Jiraiya remained unfazed, his heart pounding.

He coughed lightly and looked at Kakashi and Kurenai.

"Kakashi, if you have any problems, you can ask me later."

"Yes."

Kakashi answered respectfully.

Finally, it's Kurenai Yuhi...

Jiraiya's expression turned serious.

When he lit the "Sunset Red" hue, it wasn't really to please his eyes.

As a genjutsu ninja, her chakra manipulation is beyond question, and with years of family genjutsu training, she is definitely a promising candidate to also study medical ninjutsu.

"Red, during this time, improve your physical condition, and then go back and study this ninjutsu."

He took out a scroll.

Sunset Red opens—

The memorial reads: "Ninja Technique: The Lion's Mane Technique."

"This is……"

Kurenai Yuhi opened her eyes wide in disbelief.

She had heard of this technique.

It is Jiraiya's signature ninjutsu, and it played a significant role in the morning's assessment.

"As a genjutsu ninja, your chakra control is excellent. It should only be a matter of time before you learn it. Also, if you have time, you can study and learn some medical ninjutsu."

Jiraiya said seriously, "I don't necessarily need to learn it to a great degree, but I will write you a letter of introduction."

"Thank you, teacher."

Kurenai bowed deeply.

The art of unleashing the lion's mane.

Illusion.

Medical ninjutsu.

This path means she's aiming to become a versatile support ninja.

"Believe in yourself. You have the potential to become a ninja like Tsunade, which is why I chose you."

Jiraiya generously spills his chicken soup for the soul.

Kurenai Yuhi was excited and nodded repeatedly.

The three continued training.

Kyohiko was still practicing his Water Release ninjutsu.

As he said.

Although he has learned how to release ninjutsu, he is still quite far from "mastering" it.

at least--

You need to level up the Water Formation Wall to "Mastery" level, right?

"Alright, everyone, let's train. We'll start our mission tomorrow."

……

As evening approached, the team split up.

Tonight in Konoha, many people are sleepless.

Jiraiya once again led a team, recruiting the Hatake clan's genius ninjas into his ranks, and also personally selected a commoner ninja.

Many people started asking around, but in the end, they were completely clueless.

Who is Ryōmine Kyohiko?

If you ask any children of the same age who are at the ninja academy, their answers are all the same—

I don't remember much about it.

How could such a ninja become Jiraiya's disciple?

Many of Jingyan's classmates, in particular, couldn't sleep all night.

They racked their brains but couldn't figure it out: how a previously insignificant, unremarkable person had suddenly become a "genius" figure they could never reach.

……

The next day, at the Ninja Academy, in Kyohiko's former classroom.

"Have you heard? After Kyohiko graduated, the Jonin who led the team was none other than Lord Jiraiya."

"What?"

"Really?"

"My father said it yesterday."

The classroom was extremely noisy.

The Three Ninjas.

For them, this was an unattainable figure, but now, someone close to them has become their disciple, which suddenly seems incredible.

"What's the big deal? I also know Kakashi is one!"

Another person said.

A hint of envy flashed in Sarutobi Asuma's eyes.

He did not choose to graduate this year.

If only I had known earlier that Jiraiya would become a teacher, if only I had known that the Red Society would graduate this year and become Jiraiya-sama's disciple...

"Why!"

The young man, unable to conceal his sorrow, sat by the window, gazing wistfully out the window.

Children's thoughts are all different.

What they have in common is...

On this day, the previously unknown "Ryomine Kyohiko" suddenly became the talk of the school.

but.

On this day, Yoshimine Kyohiko, who was the subject of much discussion, was arguing with Jiraiya in the Hokage Hall for the sake of the mission.

"I'm the team's instructor, I think I can directly accept a C-rank mission!"

Jiraiya slammed his fist on the table.

Hamano Ritsu's forehead was covered in cold sweat, but he still mustered up his courage.

"Lord Jiraiya, all new teams must accept D-rank missions. That's the rule, and even you can't break it."

He was just a chuunibyou.

To be able to say these words in the presence of one of the Legendary Sannin requires considerable mental preparation.

Jiraiya still wanted to "argue his case rationally".

Jingyan stood in front of the mission board for a long time before finally walking over and saying, "Teacher, a D-rank mission is fine too, since it's all about contributing to the village anyway."

"What this person said is absolutely right. No matter what level of mission it is, we are all serving the village. Lord Jiraiya, please don't make things difficult for us."

Hamano Ritsuru begged for mercy repeatedly.

Jiraiya smacked his lips and could only nod: "Alright then, let's start with a water-carrying task."

Leave the Hokage Building.

"With Kakashi on our team, we're more than capable of handling C-rank missions. I was even planning to go find the old man..."

Jiraiya was still very disappointed.

Kakashi and Kurenai Yuhi didn't respond.

The former follows the rules, and anything goes.

The latter had no objection.

Jingyan whispered, "Teacher, we can't just make exceptions for ourselves. How about we do more D-rank missions? Once we have a lot, we should be able to take on C-rank missions. Besides, we can also train in D-rank missions; the difference isn't that big."

"Alright."

Jiraiya waved his hand, "Let's get started!"

(End of this chapter)