chsdbacks Chapter 75 3th Generation
Chapter 75 3th Generation
Today is Saturday.
As the dean, Sarutobi Biwako usually doesn't need to be on duty on weekends.
However, given the current tense situation at the border, she remains in the hospital, on standby at any time.
During the afternoon working hours, Xingyuan Qianshuo knocked on the door of the dean's office with a prepared "free clinic report".
"Good afternoon, Professor Biwako."
"Chishuo, sit down."
"This is the summary report of this free clinic event. Please take a look." Xingyuan Qianshuo handed over the document with both hands.
Biwako took it, carefully looked through it, and then looked up and said, "Chisaku, thank you for your hard work this time."
"It's my duty," Xingyuan Qianshuo replied modestly.
"You have a truly unique talent for perceiving symptoms, which is very rare," she said with admiration.
"You should personally deliver this report to the Third Hokage. My old man has been wanting to talk to you more."
"Yes, Professor Biwako," Hoshino Senju replied respectfully.
"Furthermore, I have approved the report's recommendation regarding the development of puppet prosthetics. Please consult the Third Hokage again."
After she finished speaking, she picked up her pen and quickly wrote her comments on the report.
Xingyuan Qianshuo accepted the reviewed report, then took his leave.
He registered his departure at the nurses' station and then set off for the Hokage Building.
This is his second time here.
The last time was when he was appointed as a special Jonin—he went to the Ninjutsu Library to pick up four ninjutsu techniques and went upstairs to pay his respects to Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Outside the Hokage's residence, Hoshino Senju awaited his summons.
After the Jonin meeting, Hiruzen Sarutobi kept reviewing reports from various defense units, paying particular attention to the northwestern border—where Onoki of Iwagakure was the most likely to launch an attack.
After reviewing another report, he instructed someone to invite Xingyuan Qianshuo in.
"Greetings, Third Hokage." Hoshino Senju pushed open the door and bowed.
"Chisaku, don't be so formal." Hiruzen Sarutobi put down his pipe and smiled gently.
When Biwako talked about medical department affairs at home, she expressed her admiration for this newly promoted Special Jonin.
Moreover, the fact that the other party appeared at Mito's funeral meant that they had officially entered the sights of the major clans of Konoha.
He also hoped that Tsunade's new lover could help her overcome the shadows of her past.
Perhaps... this could even cure Tsunade's hemophobia and help her get back on track sooner.
"Yes, Sandaime-sama."
Xingyuan Qianshuo's expression softened slightly, and he handed over the report with both hands.
"This is the summary report of the free clinic event. Please review it."
Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, took the book, and casually flipped through it.
During this event, Xingyuan Qianshuo activated his shadow clone "Ox and Horse Mode," showing his all-out effort.
However, he did not take all the credit—the report not only mentioned the three juniors who assisted him and Tsunade who guided him through difficult cases, but also emphasized the leadership of Sarutobi Biwako and the Third Hokage's own publicity and support.
Regardless of the ninjas' true intentions, Hoshino Senjutsu consistently described them as "gratitude for the Third Hokage's concern for their health."
Hiruzen Sarutobi closed the report, took a deep drag on his cigarette, and looked slightly serious.
The report mentioned a dozen or so ninjas with amputated limbs, but he knew the actual number was far greater.
These people can continue to serve as ninjas after being fitted with prosthetics, but there are many more in Konoha who have to give up their ninja careers due to disabilities.
They struggle to even live a normal life, and the village pays out huge sums of money in compensation every year for this.
He composed himself and began to speak:
"Qian Shuo, the idea of developing puppet prosthetics is excellent."
"I will have someone compile the information about puppetry and prosthetic limb making from the village and send it to the hospital."
"Feel free to raise any ideas or needs with Biwako."
"Yes, Third Generation Lord," Hoshino Senju replied with a bow.
He then hesitated for a moment, and said shyly:
"Third Hokage, I would like to apply to serve as the instructor of the new genin for next year, and lead a team of three medical genin from among the graduates of the medical specialty class."
"Oh?" Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at him quietly, pondered for a moment, and said, "I heard from Biwako that you and Tsunade are planning to each take on a medical disciple?"
The apprenticeship plan was finalized last Saturday and had been reported to Lake Biwa in advance, so it's not surprising that Hiruzen Sarutobi was aware of it.
"Yes, Tsunade and I just took them on as our apprentices today," Hoshino Senju replied. "They are all students with good medical talent from the training program."
"Yes, instructing Jonin is different from teaching medical ninjutsu. Going out on missions is fraught with danger," Hiruzen Sarutobi reminded him.
"These medical specialists may also join the team on dangerous missions in the future," Hoshino Senju explained. "I hope to train three outstanding ninjas who combine medical ninjutsu with combat skills."
Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded: "Which three students have you chosen?"
"One is my current disciple, Shizune, and the other two are Hyuga Tetsuya and Kanpo."
"A member of the Hyuga clan? Did the Hyuga branch family come here to learn medical ninjutsu?" Hiruzen Sarutobi thought to himself.
He hadn't paid much attention to the list of medical trainees, but this was the first time he'd heard that a member of the Hyuga clan was on it.
After a moment's thought, he said:
"Apply again next year when you graduate as a genin. I will arrange for a jonin to test your combat skills. If you pass, I will assign you to lead their team."
"Thank you for your trust, Third Generation Lord." Hoshino Senju bowed in gratitude.
As for disciples, one is to lead, and a team is to lead.
With his talent for "inheriting benevolence," he is confident that he can train outstanding medical ninjas.
After finishing the business, Xingyuan Qianshuo, with a "what the heck" attitude, asked:
"Third Hokage, would you like to have your health checked?"
"Hahaha," Hiruzen Sarutobi laughed, "Your dean often examines me."
"I'm just worried that long-term smoking will affect your health," Hoshino Chisaku said, feigning embarrassment.
"Sigh," Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed, "Biwako keeps bringing this up every day."
"The teacher cares about you. Your health is more important than anything else to Konoha," Hoshino Chisaku flattered at the opportune moment.
"Haha, cultivating more outstanding successors like you is the most important thing for Konoha." Hiruzen Sarutobi was pleased with the compliment and returned the compliment.
Seeing that he wouldn't be able to get any system rewards today, Xingyuan Qianshuo took his leave.
Perhaps in a good mood, or perhaps to win people over, Hiruzen Sarutobi actually got up and saw him to the door.
Xingyuan Qianshuo looked flattered and repeatedly bowed to express his gratitude.
After he left, Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled, shook his head, and returned to the Hokage's office.
It must be said that his conversation with Xingyuan Qianshuo made him feel much more relaxed.
Sitting in his office chair, he subconsciously picked up his pipe again, intending to put it in his mouth.
However, thinking of the younger generation's "concern" just now, he sighed and casually stubbed out the unburnt tobacco in his pipe.
"Fine, I won't smoke today. It'll be worth all the trouble Qian Shuo gave me."
With that thought in mind, he picked up a new report and continued reviewing it.
Xingyuan Qianshuo, who was going downstairs, was still regretting that he hadn't gotten the system reward.
During the Jonin meeting, he used the system to investigate four high-ranking Konoha officials. Three of them had illnesses, and only Hiruzen Sarutobi's condition was still worth considering.
Just then, he stopped in his tracks—a notification popped up from the system:
[Your advice to Hiruzen Sarutobi about smoking has had some effect. You have received the following reward: Fire Release: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet (Mastery), Hand Seals Speed increased by 20%, Chakra +1800]
"I didn't expect there would actually be a reward?"
Xingyuan Qianshuo was overjoyed, as he had originally given up hope.
As he walked, he casually extracted the system reward.
Fire Dragon Flame Bullet, a B-rank Fire Release ninjutsu, was used by Hiruzen Sarutobi during his battle against Orochimaru.
This technique involves spewing flames from the mouth, forming three dragon-shaped flames that attack in three directions: forward, left, and right. It requires precise control of the trajectory with chakra and has an extremely wide attack range.
Compared to this B-rank fire jutsu, the 20% increase in hand seal speed made him even happier.
"Hand seals" are an independent skill among the eight skills of a ninja, and their importance is self-evident—after all, most ninjas at the Kage level and below still have to diligently perform hand seals.
He raised his hand and moved his fingers, feeling that they were indeed much more flexible.
"Chakra +1800" - Based on the general rules of system rewards summarized by Xingyuan Qianshuo, Hiruzen Sarutobi's chakra amount should be around 18.
Although other factors may affect the rewards, this data should be roughly accurate.
This was the largest chakra reward he received from "healing" when he was not a Jinchūriki.
He also used this to confirm the gap between himself and Kage-level powerhouses in terms of chakra reserves.
Although chakra quantity does not equal combat power, let alone victory or defeat, it is one of the foundations of a ninja's strength.
He is now roughly equivalent to a quarter of the Hokage.