Naruto: In Konoha Village, I awakened Wood Release at the start.

"Is this water turbulence?"

Tsunade's expression changed slightly.

This level of transformation is absolutely beyond the capabilities of a Chunin!

She didn't dare to take the hit head-on, so she lightly touched the ground with her toes and instantly dodged more than ten meters away.

"Sizzle!"

The high-pressure water blade slashed through the air and struck the giant rock where Tsunade had just been standing.

The indestructible rock was neatly cut in half, just like tofu!

The cut is as smooth as a mirror.

Tsunade glanced at the cut on the ground, her eyes flashing with extreme shock.

That brat.

His control over chakra and his understanding of its transformations are simply monstrous!

Is this what they call a genius?

Before Tsunade could think further...

Chiba's second attack has begun.

He formed a mudra with his hands again.

This time it's even faster.

"Earth Release: Earth Formation Wall!"

Chiba slammed both palms onto the ground.

Rumble!

The earth trembled violently.

however.

It wasn't an earthen wall that rose up.

Under the transformation of god-like comprehension.

Chiba directly changed the way the earthen walls functioned.

Four massive earthen walls rose from the ground, not for defense, but to completely seal Tsunade in the center!

Followed by.

Chiba changed his seal again.

"Earth Release: Earth Dragon Concealment Technique!"

He sank into the ground instantly and disappeared without a trace.

"That's interesting."

Tsunade stood in the center of the four earthen walls, a dangerous smile playing on her lips.

Use earthen walls to restrict the enemy's movement space.

Then, use the Earth Dragon's stealth to ambush and assassinate.

The tactical approach was extremely clear.

Moreover, the transitions between ninjutsu techniques were fluid and seamless, without any pauses.

This level of combat intelligence is not something a Chunin should have!

"but."

"In the face of absolute power, such petty cleverness is utterly meaningless!"

Tsunade suddenly raised her right foot.

Unleashing superhuman strength!

"boom!"

She stomped her foot heavily on the ground.

The terrifying cracks spread out in all directions like a spider web in an instant.

The entire underground soil layer collapsed instantly under the power of this kick.

"A muffled groan!"

A muffled thud came from underground.

Chiba was violently shaken out of the soil and fell to the ground in a disheveled state.

He was breathing heavily.

The chakra within his body was still churning violently.

"His chakra reserves are enormous, reaching Kage-level."

"His body is incredibly strong, and his recovery ability is abnormally powerful. He took two punches from me and wasn't seriously injured."

"..."

Tsunade slowly walked up to Chiba.

She looked down at the panting boy and gave her final assessment.

"but!"

"Your fundamentals are hopelessly rotten!"

"They have a treasure mountain, but they only know how to dig it out in the crudest way."

"Too little combat experience, and a pitifully small reserve of ninjutsu."

"If this is all you're capable of."

"Don't even mention Konoha's Anbu; any elite Jonin could easily crush you!"

Chiba gave a bitter smile.

"Your advice is correct."

He had no way to refute it.

The system's assessment was quite accurate; he was simply an unqualified elite Jonin.

Besides the impressive panel data...

Their actual combat capabilities are truly appalling.

Seeing Chiba's open and receptive attitude, a hint of satisfaction flashed in Tsunade's eyes.

I'm not afraid of having a poor foundation.

I'm afraid I won't be able to see myself clearly.

This kid is very resilient and quick to understand.

With proper polishing, it will be an absolute priceless treasure!

"Starting tomorrow."

"I will devise a grueling training plan for you."

"If you can't make it through, then get out of here now and stop embarrassing yourself by bearing the Senju name."

Tsunade snorted coldly and turned to leave.

But in that instant of turning around.

A light, unseen for many years, ignited in her eyes.

The Senju clan has a chance to revive!

……

a few days later.

Konoha Village, Hokage's office building.

The spacious office was filled with a faint smell of tobacco.

The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, was sitting behind a large desk.

His face was covered in age spots as he took a deep drag on his pipe.

White smoke rose in wisps.

"Lord Hokage."

An undercover agent wearing an animal mask appeared silently in front of the desk.

"This is a letter sent back by Lady Tsunade."

An undercover agent handed over a sealing scroll with both hands.

"Tsunade?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi paused slightly in his hand holding the pipe.

A hint of surprise flashed in his cloudy eyes.

Since Tsunade left the village, she has been addicted to gambling and constantly on the run from her debtors.

It's been several years since I last contacted the village.

Why the sudden change in attitude today?

He unsealed the scroll and unfolded the letter.

The handwriting on the letter was very messy, revealing an impatient perfunctory attitude.

Hiruzen Sarutobi read on, word by word.

His brows furrowed deeper and deeper.

"I encountered a Konoha Chunin in Tanabata Street."

"I think this kid has pretty good chakra control."

"He has a talent for learning medical ninjutsu."

"Are you planning to keep him with you and train him for a while?"

After reading the contents of the letter, Hiruzen Sarutobi was completely bewildered.

Is Tsunade going to take on a disciple?

How is that possible!

Since Dan and Nawaki died, Tsunade has suffered from severe hemophobia.

She can't even hold a scalpel properly, how could she possibly teach others medical ninjutsu?

unless……

What's so special about this Chunin named Chiba?

"go."

Hiruzen Sarutobi put down his pipe and gave the order in a deep voice.

"Get me Chiba's file right now."

"yes!"

The dark area vanished instantly.

Less than five minutes.

A thin file was placed in front of Hiruzen Sarutobi.

He put on his reading glasses and began to carefully peruse the book.

Name: Chiba

Age: 16

[Identity: Konoha Chunin]

[Parents: Commoner ninja from Konoha, died during a B-rank mission.]

[Biography: Born in an orphanage in Konoha 36, ​​entered the Ninja Academy in Konoha 42, with below-average grades.]

[In Konoha year 46, I graduated early and was assigned to the cannon fodder unit of the Third Shinobi World War, surviving to this day thanks to luck...]

[Mastered Ninjutsu: Three Body Technique, Water Chaos Wave, Earth Formation Wall, Earth Dragon Concealment.]

Overall assessment: Mediocre talent, lacking potential.

I watched Hiruzen Sarutobi three times over.

He didn't miss a single word.

But it was indeed an ordinary file.

This kid's parents are just commoners with no bloodline limit.

"strangeness……"

Hiruzen Sarutobi took off his glasses and rubbed his dry brow.

"What exactly does Tsunade see in him?"

"Medical talent?"

"What kind of medical talent could a Chunin who doesn't even understand chakra nature transformation possibly have?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head.

In his view.

In the ninja world, bloodline and lineage determine everything.

Uchiha, Hyuga, Ino-Shika-Cho.

The geniuses of these great families are the foundation of Konoha.

No matter how hard an ordinary orphan struggles, his maximum potential is only to become a special Jonin.

"Maybe……"

"Tsunade was just bored and picked a kid to kill some time."

Hiruzen Sarutobi casually tossed Chiba's file into the wastepaper basket beside him.

He picked up his pipe again and took a deep drag.

one way or another.

As long as Tsunade doesn't go back to the village and cause trouble, let her do whatever she wants.

……

at the same time.

Deep underground in Konoha Village.

The root base that never sees the light of day.

The damp air was filled with a faint smell of blood and rust.

A few dim candlelight barely illuminated the empty underground hall.

"Tap...tap...tap..."

The sound of the cane tapping the ground echoed in the empty hall.

Danzo Shimura, with half his face wrapped in bandages, slowly emerged from the shadows.

His only remaining left eye was as cold and sinister as a venomous snake, staring intently at the Root ninja kneeling before him.

"What did you say?"

"Did Tsunade take a commoner Chunin as her apprentice in Tanabata Street?"

Danzo's voice was hoarse and grating, carrying a chilling aura.

"Yes, Lord Danzo."

The Root ninja, wearing a mask, lowered his head, his tone completely flat.

"The Hokage has received the letter."

"The Anbu retrieved the file of that person named Chiba."

"But after the Hokage saw it, he did not give any instructions."

"..."

Danzo snorted coldly.

He leaned on his cane and came to a stone table.

On the stone table were the files that the Root ninja had just delivered.

Danzo narrowed his one eye and quickly scanned the text on the file.

On the surface...

This Chiba is truly worthless.

However, Danzo was inherently suspicious.

He never believed in coincidences!

Who is Tsunade?

That's the granddaughter of the First Hokage, one of the Legendary Sannin!

With her arrogant nature, how could she possibly fall for a commoner who is good for nothing?

"A, B".

next moment.

Danzo spoke coldly.

Swish!Swish!

Two dark figures appeared in the center of the hall and knelt on one knee.

"Go to Tanso Street."

"Keep an eye on Tsunade and that brat named Chiba."

"I need to know exactly who they came into contact with each day, what they said, and even what they ate!"

"If that kid is acting strangely..."

"Kill him immediately and bring his body back."