Immortality begins with the ninjas of Konoha.

In early September, Konoha's leadership promoted a group of Chunin, all around 13 years old, as planned.

After the official announcement, the village was in an uproar. In the eyes of most villagers, the continuous emergence of genius ninjas was the best proof of the village's strength!

Obito Uchiha, who was eliminated in the second round after only passing the written test, was unwilling to accept this and kept complaining while on mission that morning:

"At this rate, by the time I become a Chunin, Kakashi will be a Jonin!"

"If I end up working under him, I'll have to pay him half my salary..."

While keeping an eye on pedestrians on the street, Rin Nohara also observed the houses on both sides. The task of finding the cat was not easy, as the old lady didn't always help.

"Kakashi doesn't seem to want us to be promoted to Chunin too early."

"Xiu also mentioned this in the medical class. They should know more information, so there's no need to rush the exam."

"Obito, if you're short on money, I can help you out. After all, I don't need to change my ninja tools often, and Kakashi even gave me a medical kit..."

He let what was said earlier go in one ear and out the other, only remembering Kakashi giving him a gift. Obito was so angry he jumped up and down, immediately shouting his complaints:

"That repressed pervert! He really did make his move secretly!"

"Lin, I'll protect you! Damn it, I prepared a gift too, you cunning fellow!"

"..."

After babbling on and on, the bamboo dragonfly with bandages wrapped around its head quietly pulled away a little. Everyone around them was watching, which was quite embarrassing.

Unexpectedly, Obito reacted so strongly. Rin Nohara quickly pulled him back, then bowed slightly to the crowd to express her apology.

"Feizhu-kun, let's get out of here first!"

"Obito, how many times have I told you not to disturb everyone?"

Looking at his left hand being held by the girl, Obito's face flushed slightly. He immediately forgot what he had just said and thought to himself with a smug satisfaction:

"Lin really cares more about me!"

Around noon, the three completed their mission, and the Jonin leading the team hurriedly left.

"Are there that many high-level missions? The new captain is the same."

As Obito left the mission commission building, he muttered to himself that in his mind, the team leader shouldn't be like this; he should be more concerned about them.

"I heard the village has taken over all the quests from the surrounding area, which is why the Jonin are even busier!"

Tobi-tsubou shared some information she had received from her seniors in the intelligence unit, but Obito completely ignored it and, without a second thought, continued to criticize:

"We still haven't seen the instructor we were promised. How are we supposed to learn more advanced ninjutsu if this continues?"

"Does the Uchiha clan also face this problem?"

When Obito heard the question about the Flying Bamboo Dragonfly, he could only smile awkwardly. He was a nobody in the clan, only possessing some basic ninjutsu left by his parents.

Nohara Rin was still going to do her internship at the medical school. Knowing that Obito longed for friends, she immediately smiled and said:

"Tobito-kun is going to the intelligence department this afternoon. Obito, would you like to come with me to the medical unit?"

"The order guides us in practical combat. He has already completed many advanced missions, and this experience is very helpful to us."

He wanted to agree immediately, but the thought of possibly "losing face" in front of the girl made him chuckle awkwardly and deliberately boast:

"Rin, don't worry about me. There's some training in the clan, and I'll be able to awaken my Sharingan soon!"

Rin Nohara didn't expose Obito's lie, and continued to encourage him with great enthusiasm:

"Don't push yourself too hard, Obito, let's do our best together!"

After the two left, Obito, who had just been smiling, immediately lost his enthusiasm, and a look of dejection quickly appeared on his face. Thinking of the girl's smile, he subconsciously muttered:

"Lin..."

-

Kakashi liked to use his "talent" to persuade genin to quit, and the higher-ups didn't stop him. They simply assigned him to the graduating squads with poor grades, and his missions were mostly D-rank.

On the other hand, Furukawa Osamu's side was different. In the medical team, he practically represented Tsunade, and talented and young medical ninjas gathered around him.

Some Chunin from commoner backgrounds who have accumulated seniority also like to join Furukawa Osamu's team. If Tsunade were to become Hokage, she would definitely pour resources into the medical team.

Promotion is difficult, but a raise is still possible, and everyone is looking forward to it.

In the training grounds on the back mountain at dusk, Furukawa Osamu leaped and swiftly slashed downwards, instantly creating a huge crater in the ground. Without checking the surrounding area, he continued to warn others:

"Observe your opponents carefully, and with the protection of your teammates, you'll have more time to think."

"Gathering intelligence during battle and seizing the opponent's weaknesses is also part of a medical ninja's job."

Debris flew everywhere, and the medical team members, including Shizune and Rin Nohara, who had dodged, all fell to the ground on the spot, barely managing to stand up. Then, Osamu Furukawa disappeared again, and soon after, a muffled groan could be heard from behind.

Han Fang and the others collapsed to the ground, clutching their necks. Nohara Rin, who instinctively turned around, drew her kunai, but as soon as she swung it, she felt a sharp pain in her wrist.

"clang..."

The kunai fell to the ground. By the time Nohara Rin realized what was happening, Furukawa Osamu had already flicked it on her forehead. The girl was powerless to resist and flew out, rolling twice on the ground.

With a cry of pain, Nohara Rin sat up, and Shizune also fell over. The two instinctively screamed and ended up falling to the ground a second time.

Recently, the "Crimson Nightmare" has gradually decreased, and Furukawa Osamu has turned the energy he [gathered] into instinct. Not only has his swordsmanship become faster and sharper, but his use of chakra has also improved once again.

"That's enough, Xiu. There's no need to make things difficult for everyone."

Tsunade, wearing a Jonin green vest, stepped in to stop the fight. Nohara Rin, who had barely managed to stand, didn't want to admit defeat and hesitated for a moment before speaking up:

"Lady Tsunade, we can still hold on."

"Reflexes, insight, and decision-making in battle—these often rely on talent. You all know the three principles of medical ninjas."

"My previous suggestions did have flaws, and there's no need to force yourselves. You can better utilize your talents in the medical class."

Tsunade gently comforted everyone, and Shizune noticed that Furukawa Osamu wasn't even sweating. Her frustration gradually turned into anticipation.

"Yes, Tsunade-sensei."

Treating external injuries can be achieved by training healing techniques. After the group left, Furukawa Osamu sighed and said:

"Teacher, during missions we always encounter guys who want to ambush the medical ninja first. If there's a lack of sensory-type teammates in the team, we can only rely on ourselves."

"Even facing a direct attack is difficult; if we encounter a sneak attack, there is only one outcome."

Experienced ninjas never engage in direct combat. Influenced by his experience in gathering, Osamu Furukawa's greatest strength during missions lies in delivering a fatal blow, in addition to protecting everyone in front of him.

"I know this better than you do. Even if captured, medical ninjas usually don't die."

Some talents cannot be acquired through training.

Tsunade retorted irritably. She had just finished a meeting with the Jonin class, and the thoughtful looks from the smiling "investors" and advisors made her feel terrible.

Furukawa Osamu leaned closer, and before Tsunade could nag, he looked at her with sincere eyes and suggested:

"Teacher, since everyone thinks so highly of you, why don't you become Hokage? You should be able to do it very well."

Suddenly falling silent, as if recalling something, Tsunade's eyes glazed over. She looked down at Furukawa for a moment, then turned away, pursed her lips, and whispered:

"Jiraiya hopes you can participate in next month's mission as part of the support team."

"It involves Jinchūriki. You've seen the books in your house; you should know how dangerous that is."

Tsunade, having changed the subject, was clearly wavering on the Hokage position, so Furukawa Osamu didn't bring it up again, responding with a smile:

"This is a great opportunity to gain experience, and I have faith in Lord Jiraiya."

"..."