Hiruzen Sarutobi, Treated Like a Shinobi World Encyclopedia

"I really am getting old."

Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed helplessly, rubbing his temples repeatedly.

The disappearance of the Council of Elders, while signifying the Hokage's renewed dominance, also meant that Hiruzen Sarutobi would have to be even busier.

He could hardly remember how many days it had been since he last went home.

It seems that there hasn't been a meeting since Uchiha Fugaku, and all his personal matters have been handled within the Hokage Building.

Hiruzen Sarutobi picked up his pipe, intending to relieve his fatigue.

With a pipe dangling from his lips, he puffed out smoke while closing his eyes to think things through; he had mostly finished dealing with the work-related matters.

He also instructed the Anbu to investigate the Masked Man's situation throughout the Land of Fire.

Outside the Land of Fire, he had already sent a message to his disciple, Jiraiya.

After all, Jiraiya had the ability to travel to various countries and see and hear more than some spies sent out.

Thinking of Jiraiya, Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't help but think of his newly accepted disciple, Hagoromo.

There was a moment of silence.

It seems that ever since he took on a disciple, he hasn't had a proper chat with Hagoromo.

Hiruzen Sarutobi turned to look out the window, and seeing that it was still early, he got up.

Since he had thought of it, he decided to look for Hagoromo as well.

I've taken on apprentices, so no matter how busy I am, I have to squeeze out some time.

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On the training ground, after their running practice, Naruto and the others began their individual training.

Naruto was still focusing on Nature Transformation, and was currently working diligently on the branches.

Shikamaru and Choji were Sasuke in physical training, and the group was busy and enthusiastic.

Ino, on the other hand, was meditating and cultivating to increase her Yin Release Chakra.

This is a solution compiled from the Yin-Yang Release technique that Hagoromo obtained, and so far the results have been quite good.

Hagoromo was watching over the group's training from the side.

He, however, did not stop for a moment, and was constantly using Yang Release Chakra to cleanse his body.

For Hagoromo now, training has become an essential part of her daily life.

If he could control himself while sleeping, he would love to flush even while sleeping.

After all, he can't go on without rest these days.

Um?

Hagoromo, startled by the arrival of someone, turned to look.

Hiruzen Sarutobi slowly walked up to him, his gaze fixed on Naruto, Shikamaru the others who were training around the training ground.

"Master, what brings you here?"

Hagoromo quickly greeted him, knowing full well that Hiruzen Sarutobi was indeed busier than before.

"Haha, Hagoromo, the old man has been too busy these past few days, he won't blame me, will he?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Hagoromo and said with a gentle expression.

"Teacher, you're so kind. If you weren't so busy, I'd come to see you Tenten."

Since becoming Hiruzen Sarutobi's apprentice, Hagoromo has also let down her guard.

Now, speaking to Hiruzen Sarutobi is like speaking to a true elder.

"That's fine, but I'll have to see where you are before I come to find you."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded in agreement upon hearing Hagoromo's words, thinking that it would be better if Hagoromo came directly to him.

He would save a lot of time and be able to teach during his free time.

Well...

Hearing this, Hagoromo scratched her head somewhat awkwardly.

Rather than going to find the Hiruzen, he preferred to teach Naruto and the others here, since this was a real case of reaping what you sow.

Well, Naruto put in effort and reaped the rewards, while he only received the pure rewards.

Although he could learn some Ninjutsu from Hiruzen Sarutobi, Hagoromo knew that what he lacked most right now was experience.

Huh? Experience?

Even Hagoromo, who was starting to realize what was happening, was taken aback. It's worth noting her experience with training and Ninjutsu.

Isn't Hiruzen Sarutobi right before our eyes a living encyclopedia of the Shinobi World?

After all, the title of "Professor of Ninjutsu" is not something one gets easily.

Rather, it was Hiruzen Sarutobi who truly possessed the skill and vision to wield Ninjutsu of all five elements with ease.

He can easily combine two B-rank Ninjutsu to unleash power comparable to, or even greater than, A-rank Ninjutsu.

Learning the Scroll of Seals might be risky, but finding Hiruzen Sarutobi is completely risk-free.

"Okay, Master, I'll come and bother you when I have time."

Hagoromo of this, Yu Yi nodded in response.

"Okay, sure."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded with a smile, then turned to look at Naruto.

He paused, then asked in surprise, "Hagoromo, where is Naruto?"

After all, Naruto was currently hugging a branch, looking like he was gritting his teeth.

Although Naruto was emitting Chakra fluctuations, Hiruzen Sarutobi could clearly sense that it was Wind Release Chakra.

But I don't quite understand Naruto is doing.

"Master, Naruto is currently undergoing training in Nature Transformation."

Hagoromo pointed to the branch Naruto was hugging and explained, "Naruto recently completed his training in cutting leaves with Wind Release Chakra."

"We should have let him try to see if he could cut off the water flow."

"However, considering that Naruto is too young, I was worried that he might get injured because he couldn't control himself, so I had him cut the branch to increase his control first."

Hiruzen Sarutobi understood after hearing Hagoromo's explanation, and nodded in admiration.

"That's right. Compared to cutting off water flow, which requires more Wind Release Chakra, this training is definitely better."

"I didn't expect you, Hagoromo, to have this kind of understanding of Nature Transformation."

"I only have a relatively good understanding of Wind Nature; I'm still struggling with what to do about Sasuke's Nature Transformation later on."

Hagoromo scratched his head, seemingly troubled, while Hiruzen Sarutobi beside him, laughed upon hearing this.

"No need for that. I'll tell you now while I have some time."

Upon receiving this response, Hagoromo did not hesitate and immediately took out paper and pen from her ninja tool pouch.

Hiruzen Sarutobi was taken aback when he saw Hagoromo complete a set of movements, then chuckled and pointed at Hagoromo.

If he still can't react in time, he doesn't deserve to Hokage.

And so, Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke while Hagoromo took notes, occasionally raising questions.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, on the other hand, answered each question carefully.

In a daze, Hiruzen Sarutobi suddenly felt as if he had returned to the time when he was teaching Jiraiya, Orochimaru, and others.

Even as the sun set, Hagoromo still looked like she hadn't had enough.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, on the other hand, had already sat down on the ground, with several shy little ones sitting around him.

Aside from Naruto, everyone else felt that what Hagoromo- sensei and the Third Hokage were saying was like gibberish.

He was fast asleep, his head resting on Hiruzen Sarutobi's lap.

"Alright, Hagoromo, that's enough for today."

Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at the sky and spoke to Hagoromo, who was flipping through his notebook.

"Yes, Master, I was so engrossed that I forgot the time."

Hagoromo glanced at the sky and then realized she had been lost in thought.

He quickly said, feeling embarrassed.

"It's alright, Naruto's sleeping soundly." Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head, stroking Naruto's golden head with his palm.

Hagoromo looked at Naruto's expression and couldn't help but laugh in exasperation.