I, the stepfather of the ninja world!

Tsunade nodded and didn't dwell on it. There were many strange things in the ninja world. The Uchiha Sharingan alone contained countless mysteries.

Then, Tsunade's eyes flashed with a gleam, and she asked, "Ono, why did you risk your life to capture those two Kumogakure kunoichi?"

In comparison, the perfect Jinchūriki should be more worthy of capture.

Why did you stop after capturing only two ordinary female ninjas?

Tsunade was very suspicious.

Volume 033 I want to improve so much! : Ji Ruo Buqi, I am willing to be your mentor

To Kimurano, Mabui, Samui, the two Yukitos, and the three women are all of equal value, and each represents 12.5% ​​of the anti-devouring progress.

However, the difficulty of capturing is not at the same level at all.

"I originally planned to join you and Hokage-sama to take down the Perfect Jinchuriki. But the opponent was very smart and used space ninjutsu to transmit back to Kumogakure. The opponent is fighting on their home turf, so they have too much of an advantage!"

"I am burning my life, and you are using up the chakra accumulated over a long period of time, neither of us is suitable for a protracted battle. Therefore, I can only capture two people and leave Kumogakure. Otherwise, if I return empty-handed, it will be a waste of my life."

Kimura selectively revealed a small part of the truth.

As for being completely transparent, there is no need for that.

After all, explaining one's own unique abilities is very sensitive and risky. I have said all this so far out of my understanding of Tsunade's character and my gratitude for her guidance over the past half month.

For more in-depth communication, let’s wait until the relationship becomes closer in the future.

"Please keep my affairs confidential, Lady Tsunade, and do not reveal them to anyone other than the Fourth Hokage," Kimura said solemnly.

Tsunade nodded: "Your information must be kept confidential, of course. If nothing unexpected happens, Kumogakure should start collecting information on you now. The fewer people who know you, the better!"

After that, he urged: "Since this ability is obtained by burning your life, try to use it as little as possible. Practice diligently every day to improve your strength."

"Okay, I'll try my best." Kimura nodded in response.

"I see you have mastered those snake-related ninjutsu quite well. Do you want me to talk to Orochimaru and ask him to accept you as his apprentice?" Tsunade asked casually.

Kimura shook his head and smiled, "Thank you for your kindness. However, given my personality, I'm afraid I'm not suitable to get along with Lord Orochimaru. Let's forget it."

You must keep a distance from Orochimaru. Otherwise, the peculiarities on your body will be exposed, and Orochimaru will covet them, and things will become very troublesome.

"Orochimaru has a strange personality, and it is indeed difficult for ordinary people to get along with him." Tsunade nodded to show her understanding.

Kimura's eyes flickered, and he suggested, "Why don't I take you as my master?"

"Ah?" Tsunade hesitated, "It seems that there is nothing I can teach you."

Medical ninjutsu depends on talent. Ninjas like Kimura who don't have precise chakra control are far from it.

Kimura blurted out: "You can teach me taijutsu and impart combat experience to me... I'm just a beginner and there are many areas where I need to improve!"

Kimura felt that he must have a backer with a good background in Konoha.

In this way, even if he is targeted by the Third Hokage's high-ranking officials in the future, he will not be in danger. Moreover, the dean and Kabuto both serve in the Root. In order to ensure the safety of the two, it is very necessary to strengthen their own power so that Danzo will not dare to act recklessly.

Although Kimura is already an office director with a very high status, his foundation is too shallow. Once he is involved in the high-level struggle, he will easily fall.

After all, the so-called support from the villagers is too vague and not reliable at all.

The bloody example of Hatake Sakumo has not yet dried. A reputation as great as the White Fang can also become tainted by public opinion manipulated by Konoha's top brass.

Kimura doesn't think he can compare to White Fang's reputation.

Therefore, in addition to his constant personal struggle, Kimura has also been looking for a reliable supporter.

The Fourth Hokage is not stable enough, and he will be qualified to be a backer only after he survives the Nine-Tails Rebellion and is no longer in danger of his life.

In addition, the granddaughter of the First Hokage, the great-niece of the Second Hokage, the apprentice of the Third Hokage, one of the [Three Ninjas], the Slug Princess - Tsunade, is the most solid backer and will never fall!

No matter who it is, no one can touch her.

Just hold on to this thigh tightly and you can avoid a lot of trouble.

And becoming a disciple is one of the most direct ways!

Kimura's eyes were eager, he didn't want to miss this opportunity.

Tsunade narrowed her beautiful eyes, sizing up the young man in front of her, and said with a half-smile: "Even if you don't want to be my disciple, I can still teach you."

Kimura looked solemn and said, "I have learned so much valuable knowledge without becoming your disciple. I feel ashamed of it!"

"..."

Tsunade raised her eyebrows slightly, and suddenly realized, finally understanding what was going on in his eyes during this period of time. It turned out that he wanted to become his disciple!

Tsunade wasn't particular about accepting disciples.

From their first meeting to their journey together for more than half a month, she had a very good impression of Kimura, otherwise she would not have suggested introducing him to Orochimaru as his apprentice.

Moreover, Kimura's abilities are very special, Wood Release, Unsealed Healing...

So similar to the first Hokage!

Tsunade felt close to him from the bottom of her heart.

The only thing that Kimura could be criticized for is that he is very careful about his life and even refuses to carry out S-level missions.

However, being afraid of death is also a good thing. At least you won’t die easily.

Tsunade couldn't help but think of her deceased grandfather, second grandfather, and younger brother...

Then, she said, "I am very strict with my disciples. You have average talent, so be prepared. I will often criticize and educate you in the future!"

"Yes, Master!"

Kimura quickly responded, established the master-disciple relationship, and bowed respectfully to Tsunade.

Tsunade smiled and nodded. Shizune stood aside, looking at her junior quietly.

In the sky, a sun rises slowly, its ruddy light dyes the clouds and sprinkles on the earth.

The shadows of the master and his three disciples continued to lengthen and gradually gathered together.

……

A new day begins, and we continue our journey towards the kingdom of ghosts.

Tsunade's appetite increased significantly as she wanted to replenish the chakra she consumed yesterday.

Of course, the battle didn't last long yesterday, and the chakra consumed was not much. The Yin Seal was still clearly visible on her forehead, and Tsunade was still as young as a twenty-year-old beauty.

After Kimura became Tsunade's apprentice, he received stricter teachings, just as Tsunade had said.

Tsunade started teaching from the very beginning, starting with the most basic chakra control.

After all, except for a small number of strong people whose chakra is as vast as that of the tailed beasts, most ninjas do not have enough chakra.

Kimurano was a latecomer and had not received any systematic training. Although his chakra capacity was only a little over [two cards], the way he used chakra was very rough.

If you want to make the most of limited chakra, you must improve the efficiency of chakra utilization and avoid waste.

Not only that, this is also the foundation for practicing other techniques in the future.

For example, super strength, medical ninjutsu, Yin seal...

Tsunade accepted Kimura as her apprentice, intending to pass on all her skills to him. Of course, this was just a wishful thinking of the master, and whether it could be realized depended on the apprentice's talent.

Kimura's talent is average, but under the one-on-one guidance of Tsunade, his personal practical performance has been continuously improving. Although he cannot be compared with a genius, he has also opened up a clear gap with ordinary ninjas.

Time flies as you practice.

Half a month later, the master and his two disciples arrived at their destination - the Kingdom of Ghosts.

Unlike the small countries they passed along the way, the Ghost Country was even more dilapidated, with ruins everywhere and black bloodstains vaguely visible in many places.

"The ghost army is wreaking havoc!" Kimura sighed in a low voice.

"I hope we're not too late."

Tsunade said, looking off into the distance.

Volume 034 I want to improve so much! : The Witch in Trouble

"Find the client first."

Tsunade looked at the devastation, set her primary target, then formed seals with her hands and summoned a slug.

The giant slug split into countless small slugs and scattered in all directions, looking for the client. The Ghost Country sounds big, but it is actually very small, just a few villages and towns. It doesn't take too long for the slug to go around.

Half a day later, the master and his two disciples came to a conclusion - there was no trace of the witch in the Ghost Kingdom, and the palace was deserted. Everyone had fled and sought refuge.

"I hope nothing happened to the witch, otherwise our trip would have been in vain." said Kimura.

"Yes."

Tsunade nodded, thinking about the 8 million ryo reward.

Then, the master and his two disciples discussed it and went to interview local people separately, trying to find clues related to the witch.

In the evening, Jingyin learned the whereabouts of the witch from a fleeing palace maid.

The military strength of the Ghost Country is weak and unable to resist the Ghost Army. After Huang Quan led the rebels to sweep across the country, he turned to the neighboring Swamp Country, intending to unlock the seal of the ghost's body, reunite the ghost's body and soul, show the most complete posture, and release the strongest power!

In order to stop Huang Quan's ambition, the witch Shion also led the remaining troops to the Swamp Country...

"It looks like we're going to the Swamp Country." Kimura said.

Tsunade nodded, "The situation is extremely critical. We need to speed up and find the client. We cannot let her be killed by the rebels."

The master and his two disciples did not linger but rushed to the Swamp Country under the cover of night, still using slugs to search for their targets.

A few hours later, in the early morning of the next day, a faint light appeared in the sky.

The slug found the priestess Shion hiding in the mountains, and the master and his two disciples rushed to meet her.

Unlike the glamorous woman in the photo in the power of attorney, her clothes were covered with dust and stains, her brows were furrowed, and she looked haggard and sad.

She is about twenty years old, with long light yellow hair. Although it is gray, you can still vaguely see its soft texture. She has red lips and white teeth, and a pretty face. She looks somewhat similar to an adult Hinata.

A small and exquisite bell hung on her fair and slender neck; she wore a yellow coat with a pink collar on her upper body, which had obvious curves; and a pair of red cropped trousers on her lower body. The color of the clothes had lost its original brightness and cleanliness.

She was wearing a pair of grey low-heeled sandals, and her white and smooth toes were slightly dusty, making them look even whiter and more lively.

Simply put, she has the poignant beauty of a princess in distress, which makes people love her.

When Kimura saw her, the bagua mark on his abdomen became even hotter.

Another woman of the right age to dye the black hexagram seal...

Kimura's eyes lit up and he felt a little moved.

Ziyuan had been on the run for a long time and her nerves were tense. She was startled when she suddenly saw three people.

Then, noticing that Kimura was handsome and Tsunade was beautiful, he let down his guard a little.

It is really hard to feel bad about such an appearance.

After confirming her identity through the power of attorney, Ziyuan breathed a sigh of relief and felt at ease. She wanted to cry, but she held it back. She barely suppressed her fluctuating emotions and gave a brief summary of the recent situation.

After arriving in the Swamp Country, the remaining troops who had followed her all died in the fight against the Ghost Legion.

She failed to stop the ghost army and was hunted down instead.

During this period, she had been hiding from place to place, trying to save her life, waiting for the ninjas of Konoha to come to her support and counterattack together.

Huang Quan has gone to dig the deep mountain where the Swamp Country Shrine is located, trying to bring the seal of the ghost's body back to light. The ghost army works day and night, digging very quickly, and according to the time, it is almost time to finish.

After understanding the situation, Tsunade said, "Please rest assured, we Konoha ninjas will do our best to complete the mission and stop Huang Quan from reviving the monsters!"

"There are only three of you. Can you do it?" Shion expressed doubt.

The ghost army led by Huang Quan numbered in the tens of thousands. They had no fear and no pain, and were perfect warriors. Just three ninjas, plus a miko like her, were going to challenge him. Wouldn't that be courting death?

"Don't worry," Kimura promised with a smile, "My master is one of the Three Ninjas, known as the Slug Princess, and her strength is well known in the ninja world!"

"Sannin?!"

Shion was in awe. Although the place was remote, she had heard of the reputation of some of Konoha's ninjas, otherwise she would not have sent a letter of commission to Konoha.

The Three Ninjas are one of Konoha's signature brands.

Shion felt relieved and bowed slightly: "The future of the Ghost Country depends on your performance!"

"Completing the client's task is what we ninjas should do!" Tsunade said with a smile.