Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 98 Bloodline Limit - Wood Release

Konoha, Anbu base.

Kurokawa was in unbearable pain, cowering in a corner and howling.

Squeak—

The cell door opened, and Kyohiko, Minato, and Jiraiya walked in.

"There's no point in you coming here now, is there?"

Minato frowned.

He also wanted to help Kurokawa, but unfortunately, they couldn't do so at the moment. They could only suppress him with external force, and he still had to rely on Kurokawa himself to control the situation.

Jiraiya sighed, "It's a pity that the boss's staff is only effective against the sage chakra of Mount Myōboku, otherwise we could have borrowed it first."

"I'm wondering how his physique differs from ours. Also, is it possible to use the natural energy he absorbs to synthesize my own Sage Chakra?"

Jingyan shared his thoughts.

Jiraiya shook his head: "Impossible. Every type of Sage Chakra has a special technique that prevents it from being absorbed or broken down by any external means."

and.

Unlike them.

Kyohiko can use Sage Mode chakra to isolate himself from the outside world and reduce the influx of external natural energy because his body does not have the ability to absorb natural energy.

A person with a constitution like the other can maintain a state of continuous absorption.

"Let me seal it for him first."

Water gate.

Jingyan nodded and walked out.

Inside the cell, the screams continued, but gradually subsided.

He turned to look at the cell next door.

This is where "A" is located; the children who will be called "Tenzo" and "Yamato" in the future.

"Teacher, I have an idea."

"What?"

Jiraiya looked at Kyohiko.

Kyohiko said, "The First Generation Master possessed the power of a Sage, and you want him to try it too, right?"

"Yes."

Jiraiya nodded.

Kyohiko said, "For someone like him, a user of Wood Release, who merges himself completely into the trees, wouldn't it be easier for him to connect with nature than for us?"

He thought about it for a long time at Mount Myoboku.

Hashirama Senju's Sage Mode is clearly different from that of Mount Myōboku. It may have originated from Shikkotsu Forest, but it's also possible that he possessed this power on his own.

Wood Release, Sage Body.

This configuration is naturally close to nature.

The future Yamato doesn't have a Sage Body, but perhaps it can try to create one, although the level of danger is quite high.

Jiraiya thought about it.

"It's a bit dangerous. We can wait until he's grown up and then try using Shadow Clone Technique."

"By the way, haven't you decided what to do with him yet?"

Jingyan looked into the cell.

Yamato sat there motionless, very quiet.

He is only five years old.

At this age, if things continue to develop in this environment, it's hard to imagine what the future holds.

In addition-

He recalled that after helping Tsunade become the Fourth Hokage, he received a reward of enhanced "Senju bloodline".

So, can helping Yamato obtain Wood Release?

Even a basic Wood Release bloodline limit might be enough to achieve the "transformation into a tree" effect he envisioned, thereby absorbing natural energy.

Even if all else fails, Wood Release can still enhance one's strength.

The bloodline limit of ninjutsu does not necessarily require bloodline inheritance; it can also be achieved through the fusion of nature transformation.

With his current persona as a genius, he doesn't need much explanation.

Kyohiko's gaze settled on Yamato.

"Tsunade and I are inclined to let him return to a normal life. Even if his bloodline limit is special and can be used in the future, that's a matter for the future, but he himself is unwilling to go out."

Jiraiya said.

He sighed, "Actually, the door has always been open, but the child has gotten used to the dark and seems to have developed a fear of the outside world."

"Where is the other woman?"

If Yakushi Nonou were around, influencing her might be able to influence Yamato.

"have no idea."

He sighed.

Looks like he went to become a spy.

What is this? The Third Hokage took over Danzo's "legacy" in Konoha?

but.

In some ways, the Third Hokage was more human than Danzo; he wouldn't be someone you had to kill after using him.

"I think the first thing we should do is give him a name."

Jingyan opened the iron gate, and the two looked at each other.

"What's your name?"

The boy looked up at him.

Clearly, the other person recognized him; their eyes flickered.

At last……

"First."

"This is your number in the root. Now that the root is gone, you should give yourself a name."

"name?"

The boy looked blank. "I don't know. I wasn't taught."

"Then I'll give you a name. How about Yamato?"

"Yamato."

The boy murmured softly.

He nodded: "Okay."

Then, Kyohiko tried asking if he wanted to go out and take a look.

Yamato shook his head.

After chatting for a while, Kyohiko formed a hand seal with one hand and held Yamato with the other, using a ninjutsu that influences emotions to make the other person feel more positive and happy.

Even a slight influence is enough to make the other person more willing to chat with him.

Jiraiya didn't come in either.

If Kyohiko could persuade Yamato to come out, that would be ideal.

After chatting for a while, Jingyan brought up the original topic again.

"Aren't you interested in the outside world?"

"no."

Fear and hesitation flickered in Yamato's eyes, but under Kyohiko's illusion, he revealed his true thoughts: "I am a tool, I cannot go out, otherwise others will be punished."

"Being nameless makes you a tool, but now that you have a name, you are a unique individual. Are you still a tool?"

Jingyan is providing psychological counseling.

Yamato was stunned for a moment. At only five years old, and knowing only how to fight, kill, and use ninjutsu, he couldn't understand the logic behind it.

but.

He was filled with anticipation...

and so.

The boy asked, "Really?"

"Of course, you are a human being now, not a tool... Humans have all sorts of desires..."

Jingyan repeated it again.

Then, he explained the meaning of people, ninjas, and tools.

Much of it is empty talk, but it's perfect for fooling children.

Yamato was stunned for a moment, then gradually showed curiosity about the outside world—

This was his own desire, which had been forcibly suppressed by Danzo's education over many years, but was slowly lured out through Kyohiko's persistent guidance.

"Don't you want to try the ramen? It's so delicious, so good! And there's ice cream, popsicles, herbal tea..."

Jingyan recited the menu like he was listing dishes.

In fact, he had never eaten many of the things inside, and only knew a little about them.

Yamato licked his lips frantically, but instinctively suppressed his desire, searching for an excuse—

He has no money.

"No, I... I don't want to eat."

"It's my treat."

……

"It's so delicious! Can I have another bowl?"

"certainly."

This is a necessary investment.

Jingyan inwardly grumbled.

No one can escape the "it smells so good" phenomenon, especially a child.

He stood to the side, equally enthusiastically showing off his ramen.

I left Mount Myōboku for two reasons: firstly, I didn't want to waste time practicing meditation using drastic methods; secondly, the practices there were truly inhumane.

Forget about the bugs.

Master Shima still had his own insistence and obsession with food, and refused to let him process it using methods such as deep-frying.

I simply cannot continue.

The two ate three bowls in a row and finally caught their breath.

After finishing his two bowls, Yamato sat comfortably in his chair.

Thank you for your hospitality.

After thanking Ichiro, Kyohiko took him to the Tea Street to see the flowers and drink tea, and then to see the Hokage Rock, where he introduced the three Hokage and the newly appointed Hokage.

Yamato gradually showed the curiosity of an ordinary child.

……

The Hokage Building at this moment.

"Why do I feel like you have a lot more chakra than before?"

Tsunade sat in her office, watching Kyohiko flipping through the scroll, and voiced her inner question.

At Kyohiko's age, even with his daily intense training and being a descendant of the Senju clan, he only had slightly more chakra than his peers.

But recently, it seems like there are more?

"My physical and mental abilities haven't increased much, but my recovery has accelerated considerably. The timeframe should be when I fully master the Yin Seal and complete the three pools. I'm still searching for the specific reasons."

Jingyan answered while looking at the scroll.

The scroll in his hand was the "Dark Travel Technique".

Of course, this is just a shadow clone; the real Yamato is below, accompanying him to eat and go shopping.

Upon hearing this, Tsunade continued to review the documents while pondering the matter.

Suddenly, she put down her pen and looked intently at Jingyan.

Faster recovery?

Tsunade frowned, looking intently at Kyohiko. After a moment's hesitation, she said, "Kyohiko, is your rapid recovery because your body sensed a crisis, thus triggering some of its potential?"

"potential?"

Jingyan put down the scroll, looking thoughtful.

But in reality, this is exactly the direction he needs to be guided in.

"You mean, the Thousand Hands?"

"Well, my second grandfather's recovery speed is not as strong as my grandfather's, but it is still much stronger than that of ordinary people, as is my strength. Your recent changes may be due to your recklessness, which inadvertently stimulated the power of your bloodline."

Tsunade explained.

Jingyan pondered for a long time, then shook his head: "I haven't done any research in this area, so I'm not quite sure."

"That's very possible."

The more Tsunade thought about it, the more likely it seemed.

but.

Just like Yamato survived, no one can guarantee that the potential of one's bloodline will be unleashed when one is on the verge of death.

This kind of case is not replicable.

She sighed regretfully, then smiled and said, "I have a feeling."

"Um?"

"Even if one day you tell me you've mastered Wood Release, I won't be surprised at all."

Tsunade spoke these words with a tone of joy and pride.

because……

Kyohiko is such a genius!

Tsunade said confidently, "Your achievements will definitely surpass your great-grandfather's, and you will become Konoha's most talented Hokage!"

"I hope so."

Jingyan smiled. "By the way, what are your plans regarding the Eight Gates?"

"I plan to start with the elites. There is a martial arts master in the village named Chen Baojun. I will have him train with Might Guy to see if he can master the Eight Gates as soon as possible."

Tsunade paused for a moment, then explained, "He has a disciple, the one you mentioned, who can't learn ninjutsu or genjutsu and can only pursue taijutsu. So he himself wants to learn the Eight Gates."

"That's good."

Jingyan nodded.

He doesn't have a high pursuit of the Eight Gates Formation, but if he can get it for free, he certainly won't refuse.

……

a few days later.

"Where is this place?"

"The school, the place where we learn, I started attending classes here when I was five years old, and applied to graduate early when I was seven."

Jingyan exclaimed, "I have learned a lot here."

"School……"

Yamato looked up at the distant campus, his eyes filled with envy, as well as trepidation and unease.

Jingyan's heart stirred.

"Do you want to go to school? I've already had the Hokage prepare a complete identity file for you, and you now meet the requirements for enrollment."

"Going to school...is that okay?"

Excitement was evident in Yamato's eyes.

"Of course you can. You'll meet some friends and classmates there, but you might also meet some people who don't like you. People have desires, so they have likes and dislikes."

Jingyan smiled.

He's been with her for several days now.

The current Yamato is completely different from the autistic boy he once was, but he himself is completely unaware of it.

Yamato's condition is due to more than a year of education, not because he was born autistic.

Early detection and early treatment make things much easier.

This is what mental illness should be like!

Jingyan deeply felt that he was the real expert in psychology.

I really can't do without myself!

Yamato expresses aspirations similar to those of ordinary children, but his wisdom and insight are more mature than those of ordinary children.

He looked around the campus and nodded heavily.

"Lord Kyohiko, I want to go to school!"

……

Under your guidance, Yamato overcame its difficulties and now completely trusts you.

You have gained a loyal subordinate with great potential.

[Reward: Bloodline Limit - Wood Release (Beginner)]

Blood inheritance limit!

A glint flashed in Jingyan's eyes.

He took a deep breath, smiled with relief, then became serious again and said, "Yamato, you need to be prepared that not every child will like you."

"Of course, but..."

As Yamato looked around the campus, images of the children who had died before his eyes and that girl flashed through his mind.

A hint of sadness flashed in his eyes.

"None of them have ever been to school, and I want to try it out and see what it's like to go to school."

Jingyan fell silent instantly.

Those fifty-nine children...

This is the sin committed by Orochimaru.

He sighed softly, "Let's go, I'll take you to see the Hokage and handle your enrollment procedures."

"Thank you, Lord Kyohiko."

Yamato bowed deeply.

Jingyan waved his hand.

"No need to thank me. You're part of Konoha, so helping each other is normal."

Say.

The sentiment has been conveyed!

He led Yamato to the Hokage's office, while searching and merging memories in his mind.

Wood Release.

Unlike simple combination ninjutsu.

This is the product of a complete fusion of properties, which can give rise to trees for offense or defense.

but.

Initial stage...

It's roughly the same level as the current Yamato, but we'll have to try it out later to see the specifics.

Jingyan remained calm and decided to try again later.

With Wood Release and Sage Mode combined with the ability to block out hearing, perhaps a faster shortcut can be taken as anticipated.

really.

Staying in seclusion on Mount Myoboku and training in isolation doesn't meet my needs at all.

Jingyan let out a sigh of relief.

He brought Yamato to the office and explained his needs.

Tsunade immediately agreed.

She also understands psychology.

The fact that Yamato is willing to go to school shows that he is gradually transforming into a normal person.

This is a good thing.

However, after sending Yamato away, Tsunade kept Kyohiko with her.

She took out a scroll: "Jiraiya isn't in the village, so I don't have many people to consult. Take a look at this intelligence..."

Jingyan took it.

It says above—

"The Third Kazekage led a group of ninjas away from Sunagakure, and their whereabouts are unknown."

Did the Third Kazekage leave the village?

What are you doing?

They'll disappear and then attack the Land of Fire?

That's not that stupid.

Jingyan's mind raced, and then he said, "Sister, do you remember what I mentioned before, about a group of Rain Village ninja going to the Land of Birds?"

"Yes, I know, they are Jiraiya's disciples."

Tsunade snorted coldly.

She hesitated for a moment, then looked up: "Their location... You want to confirm Feng Ying's whereabouts?"

"Yes, going north might lead to the Land of Earth, and heading south..."

Jingyan looked at the map on the wall.

To the south lies a vast ocean.

"Heading south, towards Kirigakure?"

(End of this chapter)