Naruto: I get stronger by drawing lots

No wonder the third generation likes to reason so much; it turns out they had this habit when they were young.

"Wherever leaves flutter in the air, fire burns, illuminating and warming the village."

"This is the Will of Fire."

Hiruzen Sarutobi turned around and looked at Tsukiki.

"You are the future of Konoha, inheritors of the Will of Fire."

Tsukiki looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi.

It must be said that Hiruzen Sarutobi is quite good at reasoning, and even Tsukiki was swayed by his words.

Putting aside other factors, it must be said that Hiruzen Sarutobi was indeed someone who wholeheartedly cared for Konoha.

Because of his advanced age and lack of strength, he could only resort to the most ineffective methods to protect Konoha.

"Where the leaves dance in the air, the fire will never be extinguished."

Tsukiki echoed Hiruzen Sarutobi's words.

"Thank you for your high regard. I will not let you down."

Tsuki doesn't dislike Konoha; on the contrary, he likes Konoha very much. The Will of Fire is also a topic that otaku often talk about.

The Will of Fire?

It wouldn't be bad to carry it out; it would be a good way to fulfill a fantasy from a past life.

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Tsukijutsu and a smile crept onto his face.

"Okay, I will arrange your early graduation exams. They will be in the next few days. You should prepare in advance and I will let you know when the time comes."

Hiruzen Sarutobi heard his own answer, waved his hand, and the graduation exam was settled.

Originally, Tsuki was not from Konoha. Even with Tsunade as his protector, Hiruzen Sarutobi still needed to make a good impression, especially since Tsuki's potential was even greater than Minato Namikaze's. Naturally, Hiruzen Sarutobi wanted to keep such a genius under his wing in Konoha.

"Then thank you, Lord Hokage."

After thanking him, Tsukiki had nothing more to say and simply left the Hokage's office.

"Himegami Tsukiju? I didn't expect it to still exist."

Hiruzen Sarutobi watched the Moon Tree slowly walk away, muttering to himself.

"Teacher, is that legend really true?"

With a touch of nostalgia, Hiruzen Sarutobi softly spoke of things no one else understood.

Meanwhile, Tsukiki successfully applied for early graduation for the three of them, and he has now returned to the special training area.

Perhaps they were really tired, because Kushina and Mikoto both leaned against a tree and fell asleep.

The two girls' delicate noses were still twitching slightly. Their sleeping postures blended perfectly with their surroundings, like a painting.

"I'm tired."

Yue Shu didn't disturb them; instead, she tiptoed to another tree not far away and leaned against it.

The breeze blowing in my face felt like a girl gently kissing my forehead, as if whispering goodnight.

Yue Shu glanced at the two women, then closed her eyes as well.

I've always loved the sunlight in Konoha. It's not too hot or too cold, just right, and it always makes me sleep comfortably.

The direct sunlight wasn't scorching; instead, it felt like a mother gently stroking your hair—soft and warm.

Konoha, compared to the other four great ninja villages, has an exceptionally favorable geographical location and a pleasant atmosphere.

With her eyes closed, Yue Shu slowly imagined what the future would hold.

Just as I hoped, I wanted to open a small shop in Konoha, preferably a hot pot restaurant, where I could make delicious food for my customers and see their smiles because of the food I made.

Then, from sunrise to sunset, it doesn't take too long. You can relax and take a nap whenever you want.

This is the kind of life Yue Shu has been longing for ever since she transmigrated.

For some reason, Tsukiki no longer remembers her past life, but as long as she is doing well in the present, that's enough.

But before those fantasies can be realized, we need to find out the meaning of the words "Himegami".

We must properly fulfill the original owner's persistent wishes.

As Yue Shu pondered these and that, her mind gradually became a little dizzy, and waves of drowsiness washed over her.

Just like usual, succumbing to drowsiness, Tsukiki fell asleep immediately.

Sunlight shone on the three of them, their innocent sleeping faces so youthful.

The special training was over, and the bond between the three of them had deepened even further.

"Moon Tree, Moon Tree".

A familiar voice entered his mind, but Yue Shu heard it vaguely.

With a little effort, he opened his eyes, and as usual, Kushina and Mikoto's small faces came into view.

"morning."

As was his habit, Yue Shu said something.

"What do you mean 'early'? The sun has already set."

Kushina made a comment.

Looking around, Yue Shu saw that everything around her had indeed turned a dim, yellowish hue.

It was already dusk.

"Seriously, you usually sleep so much, and you can still sleep now. You're a real sleeping god."

Kushina rubbed her forehead, speechless at Tsukiki, who chuckled dryly beside her.

"Come on, go home."

Tsukiki tried to change the subject, otherwise he would definitely be scolded by Kushina again.

"You-"

Kushina also understood this meaning.

"Come on, go home."

Kushina didn't say anything, just smiled and followed Tsukiki's lead.

Mikoto watched from the side, maintaining her quiet and gentle demeanor.

As dusk fell, the three walked together and returned to their respective homes.

The three of them attended classes as usual. Two days later, the teacher suddenly notified them.

Graduation exams are ready!

Chapter 23: Rival Jiraiya

"Have you heard? Tsukiki, Kushina, and Mikoto all applied to graduate early."

"Really? Three people applying together? That's never happened before."

"If there aren't even two, how can there be three?"

"No wonder the three of them have been walking together after school lately; they've been secretly going to training."

"Even if Tsukiki is one thing, he was able to defeat Minato Namikaze. Are Kushina and Mikoto graduating early too?"

"That can't be right. Has any girl ever graduated early from the Ninja Academy?"

"I have absolutely no recollection of it."

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Konoha is only so big, and in just a short while, the news that Tsuki and the other two were graduating early spread throughout the entire ninja academy.

The commotion caused by Minato Namikaze's early graduation had barely subsided when the school became lively again, with all the children discussing Tsukiki and the other two.

The fact that all three of them graduated early is unprecedented in Konoha's history, and that two of them are girls makes it even more unbelievable.

Ignoring the school people for now, Tsuki, Kushina, and Mikoto had already arrived at the training ground behind the school.

In the training ground, Hiruzen Sarutobi was already standing there waiting; Tsuki and the other two had seen him long ago.

Not many people know about this place; it's all very quiet, a stark contrast to the ninja academy we just passed.

"You've arrived."

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled when he saw the arrival of Tsuki and the other two.

Unlike Kushina and Mikoto, Tsukiki didn't greet Hiruzen Sarutobi first. Instead, his gaze was fixed on another person next to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

I've met that person once before.

He had beautiful long black hair and skin whiter than a woman's, making him look like one.

Yue Shu certainly knew him.

Orochimaru, one of Hiruzen Sarutobi's three disciples and one of the Legendary Sannin.

Known as Snake Uncle by his predecessors, this mad scientist is one of the few people in the ninja world who is obsessed with research.

It could even be said that Orochimaru's research and obsession with bloodline limits are unmatched by any other ninja.

Orochimaru's research focused solely on one goal: the perfect body.

Tsukiki stared at Orochimaru, and Orochimaru looked back at Tsukiki.

Those vertical pupils, like those of a snake, seemed devoid of warmth as they stared at the moon tree.

"You're interesting."

Orochimaru's voice was low, like a snake whispering.

He licked his lips; his tongue was thin and long.

It has to be said that this guy really gave Tsukiki a bad impression, making Tsukiki feel like she was seeing a transvestite.

That feeling is hard to describe, it's just unpleasant.

Withdrawing his gaze, Tsukiki did not continue to stare at Orochimaru.