Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 279 When there's something to do, the secretary will handle it.

Ninja Academy.

Grade 6, Class A.

The students who passed the Three Bodies Techniques assessment gathered together and chatted animatedly.

"Don't you know who my teammates are?"

Sakura Haruno lay on the table, looking somewhat bored.

"You're first in the theory class, so your teammates won't be too bad."

Ino Yamanaka also came to the classroom today.

After becoming Tsunade's apprentice, she continued to learn medical ninjutsu from Shizune.

In fact, I rarely come to school anymore.

After all, the knowledge taught here is not enough.

Sakura Haruno and she look somewhat alike.

However, Yakushi Nonou is quite busy.

She goes back to school quite often.

"Um."

Sakura Haruno responded weakly, saying, "As expected, Sasuke-kun didn't come."

"He has already graduated, so naturally he won't come."

Yamanaka Ino smiled and comforted her, "Now that you're a genin, you'll have more chances of meeting him in the future, and you might even be able to go on missions together."

Generally, missions are carried out in small teams.

But there are exceptions.

For example, if a task is too difficult, multiple teams can cooperate.

In addition, there is another situation.

That means a member of the team is temporarily absent for some reason.

At this point, they will be assigned to other teams and become unofficial members.

Until his teammates returned.

"That depends on luck."

Sakura Haruno suddenly looked up and asked, "How's your job as Hokage's secretary going?"

"Still learning."

Yamanaka Ino sighed inwardly.

Although they occasionally flirted with Natsume, their relationship progressed rather slowly.

But that's understandable.

She was busy studying.

As the Hokage, Natsume was naturally very busy.

Why are you asking this?

Yamanaka Ino raised an eyebrow and said, "I won't do anything for you."

Sakura Haruno pouted and said, "This is called a reasonable change within the scope of one's job responsibilities."

"If it were before, I could have helped you, but not now."

Ino Yamanaka raised her hand and said, "Now all missions are issued through the bracelet."

"I forgot about that."

Sakura Haruno looked it over and said, "I heard this bracelet has a lot of functions, and you can even exchange it for ninjutsu or something."

"Yes, that's definitely possible."

Yamanaka Ino obtained the Skynet login device ahead of time because she was interning as the Hokage's secretary.

Of course, it's now called a mission bracelet.

"From now on, it will be very convenient for you to do tasks, whether it's accepting or completing them."

Yamanaka Ino explained, "Ninjas who perform well in missions will receive extra points, which you mentioned can be used to exchange for rewards such as ninjutsu."

"Is there a secret technique?"

Upon hearing this, Sakura Haruno perked up and asked.

Having followed Pharmacist Nonou for so many years, she has come to understand a great deal about human relationships and social customs.

They had a clear understanding of ninja clans and commoner ninjas.

The difference between the two is significant.

The main focus is on bloodline limits and secret techniques.

In particular, she had witnessed the strength that Uchiha Sasuke and Uzumaki Naruto usually displayed.

Even though it was just a little bit, it was enough to leave her far behind.

Even after Yamanaka Ino mastered the Yin Seal, she still managed to create a considerable gap between them.

It's unlikely that a scenario like the original story, where the two fought to a draw during the Chunin Exams, will ever happen again.

"We have both common secret techniques and advanced ninjutsu."

Yamanaka Ino nodded and said, "But you'll have to work hard if you want to exchange for it."

"Of course."

Sakura Haruno smiled brightly and exclaimed, "Hokage-sama, you are truly the greatest Hokage of all time."

In previous Naruto series, few were willing to make a large number of ninjutsu and secret techniques available to ordinary ninjas.

Unless you demonstrate exceptional talent.

For example, Jiraiya or Orochimaru.

Otherwise, most commoner ninjas would have little access to ninjutsu.

Under normal circumstances, mastering the Three Body Techniques makes one a Genin (lower-ranking ninja).

Having one or two B-rank ninjutsu skills is enough to qualify as a zhongnin.

As for the joint Chunin Exams in the original work, that's another matter.

That thing is essentially an exhibition for the public, so its intensity is naturally maximized.

If judged strictly by the standards of the Joint Chunin Exams, there would be very few qualified Chunin in the entire Hidden Leaf Village.

"Will the Hokage come today?"

Choji Akimichi, who had been silently chewing on potato chips, finally spoke up and asked.

Since Akimichi Tsutomu became a member of the Hokage's guard, the Akimichi clan's status has risen considerably, and they have become even more respectful of the Hokage.

When Natsume was mentioned, Nara Shikamaru, who was lying on the table, also looked up, somewhat curious.

Naruto is an idol for the younger generation of ninjas.

Natsume is currently at the height of his fame.

I wonder how many people take him as their role model.

Of course, Nara Shikamaru is not among them.

He remains very lazy.

In the original work, Sarutobi Asuma's death led to some improvement in him.

But the two of them are not familiar with each other now.

"Will come."

Yamanaka Ino saw Natsume's itinerary at Kurenai Yuhi's place yesterday, and said with certainty.

The people nearby were quite excited upon hearing this.

They are the best students in this year's class, and we might even get a chance to meet them up close.

"I want to tell him to his face that my dream is to become Hokage like him!"

Kiba Inuzuka said excitedly.

At his feet, Akamaru barked, but it was rather perfunctory.

Even a dog understands that this dream is too far-fetched.

"I think it's already quite an achievement to be a member of the Hokage's Guard."

Choji Akimichi spoke first.

"What? If it's a dream, you have to set your sights on it!"

Kiba Inuzuka smiled confidently and said, "Anything is possible."

"you……"

Just as Shino Aburame was about to speak, Iruka Umino walked into the classroom.

He hesitated, then ultimately said nothing more.

"Congratulations on becoming a true ninja."

Umino Iruka tapped the blackboard, smiled, and took out a list, saying, "Those whose names are called, go see your team leader."

Sakura Haruno and the others immediately tensed up.

The importance of the supervising teacher goes without saying.

Whether for safety reasons or for learning more, a good teacher is naturally beneficial to a student's growth.

Yamanaka Ino, however, remained calm.

She already knew who her teacher was.

Yakushi Kabuto.

Her nominal senior brother.

"Class 8: Kiba Inuzuka, Shino Aburame, and Sakura Haruno."

Umino Iruka paused for a moment, then said, "Your teacher is waiting outside the classroom."

"Let's all work hard together from now on."

Sakura Haruno's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally settled.

Her two teammates are already quite good.

Aside from Sasuke Uchiha and Naruto Uzumaki, who have already graduated, they are probably only slightly inferior to the Ino-Shika-Cho trio.

But they are a fixed group, inseparable.

"Ino, I'll go first."

Sakura Haruno said hello and left the classroom with her two teammates and a dog.

They became even more excited upon seeing the silence again.

Although I didn't become Tsunade's apprentice, becoming her grand-apprentice is still considered entering the sect.

However, she quickly realized a problem.

In that case, wouldn't he be a whole generation younger than Yamanaka Ino?

The class assignment process was still ongoing in the classroom.

"Team 10: Yamanaka Ino, Nara Shikamaru, and Akimichi Choji."

Umino Iruka read.

It was almost a foregone conclusion that it would be a ninja squad.

Everyone in Konoha knows about the Ino-Shika-Cho trio; they can only unleash their full potential when they work together.

Therefore, except in special circumstances, this is how teams are usually formed.

"Let's go."

Yamanaka Ino led the way and left the classroom.

Nara Shikamaru strolled leisurely at the back.

The three of them soon met their teacher.

Yakushi Kabuto.

Apart from Yamanaka Ino, Nara Shikamaru and Akimichi Choji both looked bewildered.

None of them had ever seen Yakushi Kabuto.

However, they were soon drawn to another person next to them.

"Lord Hokage."

Nara Shikamaru and the others answered in unison.

Because there were outsiders present, Yamanaka Ino addressed him as "Hokage-sama" instead of "Natsume-kun" as she would in private.

Natsume wasn't showing favoritism; every ninja team went.

However, this is the main body; the others are shadow clones.

It's all for the sake of improving one's image.

"Congratulations on your graduation. I hope you will become excellent ninjas in the future."

Natsume glanced at the three people, and finally met Yamanaka Ino's gaze.

Yamanaka Ino wasn't shy at all; instead, she smiled with a girlish charm.

"This is Kabuto Yakushi. He is an all-around ninja, and you will understand later."

Natsume withdrew his gaze and smiled, "I'll leave the rest of the time to your team. I won't disturb you any longer and will take my leave now."

He disappeared from everyone's sight.

The pharmacist twitched the corner of his mouth.

He never imagined he would become the team leader.

But since things have come to this, let's put in a little more effort.

He had indeed not left Konoha Village for a long time.

Uchiha clan's residence.

Because Sasuke Uchiha graduated early, there were no members of the Uchiha clan in that year's class.

It was quite quiet at this time.

Natsume knocked on the door.

He stopped suddenly appearing in the room after Uchiha Mikoto became pregnant.

I was mainly afraid of scaring her.

The door opened quickly.

"What brings you here today?"

Uchiha Mikoto saw Natsume and asked with some confusion.

"The matter at the Ninja Academy is now settled."

Natsume took her hand, walked into the room, and closed the door behind him.

He sat on the sofa and then reached out to put his arm around Uchiha Mikoto's slender waist.

Mikoto Uchiha leaned against him quite naturally, a faint smile on her face.

She liked this feeling.

"You're four months pregnant, aren't you?"

Natsume played with her slender fingers with his right hand and asked.

"Um."

Mikoto Uchiha glanced at her abdomen instinctively.

It already has a vague outline, slightly raised.

"When are you planning to go to the Fire Country Metropolis?"

Natsume emphasized, "You'll be amazed by the changes when you get there."

"If that's the case, then I'll have to look forward to it."

Mikoto Uchiha smiled gently and said.

You'll like it.

Natsume raised an eyebrow and said.

"Let's go tomorrow."

Mikoto Uchiha glanced at him and said.

"Did you tell Sasuke?"

Natsume was somewhat surprised that she had chosen a time so quickly.

He had thought it would be postponed.

After all, with Mikoto Uchiha gone, Sasuke Uchiha was temporarily left without anyone to take care of him.

"I said so."

Mikoto Uchiha remarked with emotion, "He understands so well. I never imagined that Sasuke would grow up so quickly."

"The children are growing up very fast."

Natsume thought of his daughter, Chinatsu.

He can now walk independently.

I just don't know about his talent.

Mikoto Uchiha had previously used the Mangekyou Sharingan on Tsunade.

It is highly likely that Chika will inherit her parents' talents.

But this thing doesn't give any hints.

It's not clear yet.

Chinatsu was too young for Tsunade to start training so early.

That would affect normal development.

"Um."

Mikoto Uchiha nodded with a complicated expression.

She thought of Itachi Uchiha.

He was too precocious, but he never met the right person.

If Natsume had been Hokage back then, perhaps the Uchiha clan wouldn't have fallen to this state.

Unfortunately, there is no such thing.

Natsume was unaware of her thoughts. Seeing her somewhat dazed, he assumed she didn't want to leave.

"I'll have Sasuke come to see you from time to time."

"Thanks."

Mikoto Uchiha snapped out of her daze and said instinctively.

"You even thanked me?"

Natsume patted her buttocks.

Mikoto Uchiha shuddered, feeling as if she had been electrocuted.

She glanced at Natsume instinctively.

Her eyes revealed apology and a pitiful look.

Natsume raised an eyebrow and said, "I'm hungry, I want to eat."

Uchiha Mikoto suddenly froze, her gaze shifting downwards, her face instantly turning bright red.

She shifted her body slightly and said, "Be careful."

The room was instantly filled with warmth in the winter.

Perhaps because she was about to leave, Mikoto Uchiha was unusually excited.

This reminded Natsume of the time long ago when he helped her awaken her eyes.

However, what were negative emotions back then are now positive emotions.

in the afternoon.

After eating and drinking his fill, Natsume returned to the Hokage's office.

Kurenai Yuhi has already compiled the information.

She glanced at Natsume, who was beaming with joy, pursed her lips, and said, "Hokage-sama, an office is for working."

"Sister Hong".

Sensing the slight resentment in her voice, Natsume couldn't help but laugh and say, "Come on, give me a hug."

"..."

Kurenai ignored his teasing, placed the documents in front of him, and said, "You should fulfill your duties as Hokage."

"All right."

Natsume nodded obediently.

As Kurenai watched him flip through the documents, a beautiful smile appeared on her lips.

So what if it's Naruto?

They still have to listen to me.

It was this familiar scent that made her somewhat dissatisfied.

It seems there are other women besides the black cat.

I thought he was a good man, but I never expected him to be such a scumbag.

Kurenai Yuhi sighed.

I think I messed up.

She even sold the rest of her life to him.

Kurenai came up behind him and reached out to massage his head.

Natsume was slightly taken aback, but without being polite, he leaned against her.

With his head resting on the warm, soft body, he naturally didn't want to deal with any more data.

Fortunately, he had just returned from Uchiha Mikoto's place, so he didn't think about anything and closed his eyes.

Kurenai moved her hands to his forehead.

She looked down at his handsome face, a faint smile appearing on her lips.

soon.

She pressed herself against it and bit the corner of its mouth hard.

"Your punishment."

Seeing that he had opened his eyes, Kurenai Yuhi gave a soft hum and said.

"..."

Natsume then realized the problem.

It's just that Mikoto Uchiha smells better.

However, Kurenai's attitude made him realize something.

When there's work to be done, the secretary will handle it; when there's nothing else, it's just a casual affair. This might be coming soon.

(End of this chapter)