The Man Who Almost Kicked Off the Grand Finale Arrives

Chapter 36: The Man Who Almost Kicked the Finale with One Foot Arrived

Qingyu initially thought it would be difficult to find someone who overtrained and exhausted their body. Even if someone was willing to be a test subject, it would take time to completely deplete their stamina.

However, reality proved them wrong, and they didn't have to wait long before someone brought the test subject.

And this test subject was none other than Might Guy, Kakashi's lifelong rival and best friend!

Qingyu was immediately taken aback, clearly not expecting this outcome.

But on second thought, for someone who 'overtrained' and 'exhausted their body,' who in Konoha was a better fit than Guy?

Moreover, judging by Guy's completely soaked clothes, he must have undergone hellish special training before being brought here!

Also, don't underestimate Guy at this period. Although Kakashi became a legend at age 5, Guy wasn't far behind. He graduated from the Ninja Academy at 7, taking three years, only one year less than Kakashi.

Currently, at 14, he was only a Chunin, but his strength was already recognized by many. Perhaps he would be promoted to Jonin like Kakashi not long from now.

Qingyu vaguely recalled that Guy became a true Jonin at 16, only 4 years later than Kakashi, which was already an incredibly impressive achievement among his peers!

Then, it's worth mentioning that among the future Konoha Twelve Shinobi, Neji was the first to skip grades and be promoted to Jonin at the young age of 15...

So, Neji, you died a tragic death!

"There's a mission that requires your cooperation. It might have some impact on your body, not excluding negative effects, but it's likely to be positive. If you're unwilling, that's fine; it's not a mandatory mission," Minato said gently to Guy.

If it were anyone else, they would have had significant reservations at this point.

But Guy was different. As soon as Minato finished speaking, he gave a thumbs-up, bared his white teeth, and said with a hearty laugh, "Leave this mission to me! I have great confidence in my body!"

Minato rubbed his temples helplessly, knowing this would be the outcome.

However, he wasn't too worried. After all, Jonin Mikawa wouldn't let Qingyu mess around, and Qingyu himself had used it, and many times at that. So, it was unlikely to be dangerous.

Well then... let's give it a try!

Thus, everyone immediately moved to another room, which had already been prepared as requested.

"Hokage-sama, what do I need to do? Do I need to break this wooden barrel?"

As soon as he entered, Guy, full of youthful vigor, started stretching. He had always wanted to join the Anbu to help Kakashi, but the Hokage had always refused, which was a great regret for him and made him feel like he had lost a lot of joy in life.

"No, you need to undress and stay in there for at least half an hour."

Even Guy, who feared no danger, became hesitant and dumbfounded for the first time when he heard he needed to undress!

"Take, take off my clothes!?"

"That's right. Someone recently found a recipe for a medicinal bath that can repair hidden injuries, increase cell activity, and replenish stamina, among other effects. Although someone has already tried it, more tests with different people are needed. There might be some side effects, so you still have the chance to refuse."

Minato, seemingly sharing the same thought as Jonin Mikawa, didn't want to put too much pressure or trouble on Qingyu. Therefore, he didn't mention who provided the recipe, and the testing was entirely voluntary.

But Guy wasn't scared. Instead, his eyes gleamed as he looked at the wooden barrel.

Repair hidden injuries?

Increase cell activity?

Replenish stamina?

Isn't this medicinal bath tailor-made for me!

If this thing works, doesn't that mean he could train for several more hours every day, or even more!?

As expected of a training fanatic, the first thing he thought of was being able to dedicate more time to strenuous training.

Besides, Guy wasn't unaware that his extreme training methods caused damage and exhaustion to his body, but he had no choice.

Because in other aspects, he had no corresponding talent!

Only hard work and sweat wouldn't betray him!

So, he could only go down one path, exhausting his future for the present!

He didn't want to remain a Genin his whole life!

Then... with a thump!

Guy, disregarding the presence of outsiders, quickly stripped off all his clothes and jumped into the wooden barrel.

The water temperature was around 45 degrees Celsius, a bit hot, but even more comfortable for him!

"Do I just soak in here?" Guy asked, his head sticking out of the water, sounding a little embarrassed.

At this moment, Minato looked at Qingyu with a gentle smile, signaling that he could do it himself and didn't need to fear anyone intercepting the remaining powder to reverse-engineer it.

At this point, Qingyu was also touched by the Fourth Hokage's kindness and felt much less worried.

He then handed the medicinal packet to Jonin Mikawa, "Just pour it all in."

Jonin Mikawa didn't hesitate. He took the packet and immediately poured all the black powder inside into the wooden barrel in front of everyone. Without a second thought, he threw the remaining packaging residue into the stove used for heating water.

He did this not only to avoid suspicion but also to express his attitude.

This made Qingyu look at him with a softer gaze, and even Minato glanced at him with admiration.

Then, the hot water, into which the medicinal powder had been poured, instantly turned pitch black. The color alone was terrifying.

At the same time, Guy seemed to feel the medicinal effects, his expression changed, and he looked quite serious.

"How are you feeling now?"

"It's a needle-prick kind of pain, but I can bear it," Guy replied truthfully.

Minato nodded silently. He had already heard Qingyu personally explain this particular 'side effect' beforehand, so he wasn't particularly surprised.

Time then slowly passed as they waited...

At first, Guy was a bit unaccustomed to it, but as time went on, he not only got used to bathing in front of others but also adapted to the pain caused by the medicinal bath. Gradually, he could feel a warm current moving around his body. The areas with accumulated old injuries felt especially hot, as if they were on fire!

Maybe it really works!

A flicker of excitement flashed in Guy's eyes.

After about thirty minutes, the black medicinal liquid in the wooden tub had begun to turn transparent again, indicating that most of its effects had been released, with a large portion having completely permeated Guy's body.

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