Tsunade is Rejected

"Mina, this wound can be healed with the Healing Technique. I'll leave it to you this time. Remember to guide the Cellular Activation."

"I understand, Doctor Morimoto."

Upon hearing this, Uzumaki Mina formed hand seals, then gathered Yang Release Chakra in her palms, covering the patient's wound as she began guiding the treatment.

In less than five minutes, when Mina lifted her hands, the wound had vanished, completely Restored to its Original State.

Morimoto Kana, watching from the side, couldn't help but praise, "Well done, Mina. You're a natural Medical Ninja. With the same injury, you heal it faster than anyone, and you've only been learning the Healing Technique for less than three days."

The Healing Technique was a B-rank Medical Ninjutsu. Once one successfully refined Yang Release Chakra, they could learn it. Its advanced form was the A-rank Mystical Palm Technique. Mastering that meant most Medical Ninjutsu were no longer difficult.

Hearing the praise, Uzumaki Mina smiled sheepishly and said, "You flatter me, Doctor Morimoto. It's all because you're a good teacher."

"I'm not exaggerating at all. With your talent, you'll become a Medical Jonin in less than half a year. In another month, you'll assist me in surgery. Once you're ready, I'll apply for your assessment."

Morimoto Kana spoke. This pace wasn't fast. Current Medical Ninja training focused on emergency care and surgery. Ninja killing techniques were limited, so the goal was to save wounded ninja on the battlefield as quickly as possible.

As for high-difficulty illnesses like cancer or heart disease, only ninja highly skilled in the medical field delved deep into them.

In all of Konoha, it seemed only Lady Tsunade could treat such diseases, making her very popular among the Nobles. Those illnesses were rare among ninja but common among Ordinary People.

Just as Morimoto Kana finished speaking, the Hospital Room door slid open.

Uzumaki Mina was startled when she saw who entered—it was Lady Tsunade again.

Seeing Tsunade, Morimoto Kana quickly asked, "Lady Tsunade, is something the matter?"

"Nothing. I'm here for her. Kana, is this your student?"

Tsunade glanced at Uzumaki Mina, then tilted her head to ask. She'd had a sudden impulse and watched from outside for a while. She felt Mina's chakra was very unique, carrying a familiar sensation.

"Yes, a friend's request. And Mina is very talented. She learned the Healing Technique in less than a month."

Hearing Morimoto Kana's words, Tsunade nodded. She already knew this. Then she said, "Mina, use the Healing Technique on me."

Uzumaki Mina was taken aback and instinctively looked at Morimoto Kana.

Morimoto Kana quickly said, "Mina, listen to Lady Tsunade."

Hearing this, Mina had no choice but to follow Morimoto Kana's instructions and use the Healing Technique on Tsunade. But Tsunade had no wounds, so she gestured for Mina to just apply it directly. Mina formed hand seals, gathered chakra in her hands, and pressed them against Tsunade's arm.

"As I thought. Your chakra is very special, with incredibly powerful healing abilities. And this hair of yours..."

Noticing this wasn't the place to talk, Tsunade said to Morimoto Kana, "Kana, I have something to discuss with her."

Morimoto Kana quickly replied, "Of course, Lady Tsunade. Today's lesson is already over."

Then, Tsunade led Uzumaki Mina to her office. Though she rarely visited Konoha Hospital, she still had a space there.

"Are you from the Uzumaki Clan? Your hair color and chakra feel very familiar to me."

Tsunade finished speaking and noticed a flicker of tension on Mina's face. She frowned slightly, unsure why Mina was nervous about revealing her identity. This was Konoha. The Uzumaki Clan and Konoha were allies. Such an emotion shouldn't arise.

Seeing Mina's tension, Tsunade comforted her, "Don't be nervous. My grandmother was from the Uzumaki Clan, and one of your clan members grew up in my home. I won't harm you. I just want to ask how you came to Konoha."

"...Lord Yoichi brought me back. And I'm not from the Uzumaki Clan."

Uzumaki Mina lowered her head, silent for a moment, then spoke. All she remembered was one rule: never admit to being from the Uzumaki Clan. Her public name now was Uchiha Mina.

Tsunade was startled. The name sounded familiar. She pressed, "Yoichi? Who? From our village?"

"...Uchiha Yoichi."

"That brat?"

Tsunade suddenly remembered. She'd once suspected he was involved in her turning into a Wild Boar but found no evidence. Further investigation led nowhere. The case remained unsolved with no clues.

If Uzumaki Mina hadn't mentioned it, Tsunade would have forgotten the whole thing.

"You're from the Uzumaki Clan. How did you end up with the Uchiha?"

Tsunade asked curiously. The Uzumaki and Senju had a generational alliance, while the Uchiha were their sworn enemies. Though the Senju and Uchiha founded Konoha to resolve their feud, the Land of Whirlpools hadn't participated.

"I was originally in Kusagakure. Later, Lord Yoichi discovered my abilities and brought me back."

Uzumaki Mina wanted to leave, but Tsunade stood before her with arms crossed, her heavy, snow-white chest blocking the way, making Mina steal glances involuntarily.

'How does she eat to get that big?'

"I see. Those bastards in Kusagakure. That brat actually saved you once."

Tsunade then shifted the topic, asking, "Do you want to move into the Senju household? I'll compensate that brat for saving you. You're a distant relative of mine, and living closer, I can teach you Medical Ninjutsu."

Seeing Mina's talent, Tsunade was tempted. She hadn't planned to take any disciples, intending to leave Konoha with Shizune after she graduated from the Ninja Academy to travel.

But she hadn't expected to run into Uzumaki Mina!

A distant relative with excellent medical talent. With her special chakra, proper training could make her Tsunade's equal in healing techniques someday.

"...I'll pass, Lady Tsunade."

Uzumaki Mina lowered her head, silent for a moment, then quietly refused, "Lord Yoichi has been good to me. I don't want to leave him."

At first, she'd been terrified, but Uchiha Yoichi had never actively sucked her blood. After bringing her to the Uchiha compound, he took good care of her, gave her a generous monthly allowance, and arranged for her training.

Thinking it over, even if she moved elsewhere, things wouldn't be much different. Could she get better treatment? But Mina felt she was already satisfied.

Hearing Mina's refusal, Tsunade found it hard to believe. Didn't this girl know about the Uzumaki and Senju's relationship? And she was practically a quarter Uzumaki herself.

But seeing the shy blush on Mina's face, Tsunade guessed the reason and said exasperatedly, "How could you fall for that brat? You and I should be the real relatives!"

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