Jiraiya made a high-profile return to Konoha and quickly helped Hiruzen stabilize the situation.
His status was too special, he wasn't just the Third Hokage's disciple but also the Fourth Hokage's teacher, a hero revered by many.
With the Anbu's guidance, the unrest in Konoha quickly settled, and the village resud its recovery.
This, however, infuriated Danzō, who vented his anger by throwing everything he could get his hands on in his office.
But to Yami, none of this mattered.
After returning, the first thing he did was give himself a half-month vacation.
From Izumi, he learned that Itachi had joined a Genin team and was performing simple missions around the village like any other Genin.
For now, Yami lost interest in Uchiha Itachi. The third-stage rewards required intense emotions, and he couldn't kill Itachi just yet. It was better to let him develop for a while.
When the ti ca to use Sasuke against him, he'd be able to crush him effortlessly.
---
After his break, Yami resud his studies.
This ti, his instructor was Abura Seiya, the captain of the First Root Battalion and the father of Abura Seiji.
The Abura clan wasn't just skilled in controlling insects; they were also experts in poisons. After all, many insects were inherently venomous, and cultivating them naturally involved research into toxins.
Yami didn't need to learn how to create poisons—just understanding the various types and thods of poisoning was enough.
As for detoxification… he had a different teacher for that.
---
"…Well, if it isn't Director Nonō. Long ti no see."
Yami smiled as he looked at Yakushi Nonō standing before him.
In the beginning, he frequently visited the orphanage to "bring warmth" to the children. After a few visits, most people's bonds had advanced to the second stage, so he stopped going as often.
Still, he made sure to send food and daily necessities to the orphanage every week.
"Lord Yami, this is Root. You may call by my codena, 'Miko.'"
Nonō's expression was bitter—nothing was worse than having her identity as a Root operative exposed in front of soone familiar.
"Oh… So you're the famous 'Wandering Miko?" Yami said, pretending to have just realized.
[Host and Yakushi Nonō have reached the second stage of the bond. Reward: dical Ninjutsu Talent.]
Yami was montarily stunned.
All he did was ntion a na… and that was enough to trigger an emotional reaction strong enough to advance the bond?
"Lord Yami, that's just a rumor. Please don't bring up that title," Nonō forced a smile that looked more like a grimace. "Let's begin the lesson."
Yami nodded and quickly shifted into study mode.
---
In the ninja world, and particularly in Konoha, the greatest dical ninja was undoubtedly the renowned Princess Tsunade.
Thanks to her contributions, Konoha's overall dical proficiency ranked highest among the Five Great Nations.
Among Konoha's dical specialists, Nonō was one of the best—belonging to the first tier just below Tsunade.
Yami naturally wouldn't waste such a valuable teacher.
Beyond detoxification, he also learned dical ninjutsu from Nonō.
For most, mastering dical ninjutsu was difficult—first, because of poor chakra control, and second, because of the need for Yang-based chakra, which required specialized training to develop.
Neither of these were obstacles for Yami.
With his chakra control and even a thin trace of Senju blood, his vitality was abundant. His progress was so rapid that Nonō was left speechless.
In just half a month, he had absorbed all her dical knowledge and even mastered so of her unique dical techniques.
"Lord Yami, at this rate, the only person qualified to be your teacher is Tsunade-sama," Nonō sighed.
"Forget it." Yami set down the fish he had just revived and killed again, shaking his head. "Given my old man's relationship with Tsunade, there's no way she'd take as a student."
Nonō fell silent.
Danzō's reputation… was truly terrible.
Ordinary ninjas respected and feared him, but when it ca to Tsunade, the two were outright hostile. Back when she lived in the village, she frequently slamd tables during argunts with Danzō.
But Nonō wasn't in a position to comnt on such matters.
"Lord Yami, I have nothing left to teach you." Nonō bowed slightly. "If you continue studying on your own, you'll undoubtedly beco a dical ninja on par with Tsunade-sama, even without becoming her disciple."
"If there's nothing else, I will now carry out other assignnts for Lord Danzō."
---
Yami moved through the Root base and arrived at the deepest part of the underground facility. He pushed open the door to Danzō's office and imdiately asked,
"Old man, I've completed all the training you assigned. Have you figured out my teammates yet?"
It had been nearly three months since he beca a Genin, and he still didn't have a team.
How was he supposed to rise through the ranks, get promoted, and beco the youngest Jōnin and Hokage at this rate?
The door burst open, and Danzō initially frowned, but upon seeing Yami, his expression eased. Patiently, he explained,
"There are so leads. Your teammates and Jōnin leader will be confird within a week at most."
"A whole week?" Yami was speechless. "Can't you just pick a few people from Root?"
"Absolutely not." Danzō shook his head. "Root shinobi operate in the shadows. You, however, must stand in the light and follow the official promotion process. Only then will you build the reputation you need."
"Rest for now. You've worked hard lately," Danzō said with rare approval.
Yami's talent and determination far exceeded his expectations. Any man would be proud to have such a descendant.
"Fine. I'll go hang out with Izumi." Yami accepted his fate.
Danzō, who had just been feeling relieved, imdiately scowled.
"Can't you stay away from that Uchiha girl?"
This was the only thing he disapproved of regarding Yami.
The accursed Uchiha!
As Yami walked away, he casually called back,
"I'll hang out with whoever I want. If you don't like it, just give birth to another grandson."
"YOU UNGRATEFUL BRAT!"
Danzō's furious roar echoed through the office, but there was nothing he could do about Yami.
What could he do? Have another grandson?
(To be continued.)
***
For every 200 PS = 1 extra chapter. Support on patreon to read 30 advanced chapters: patreon/Blownleaves.
Reviews
All reviews (0)