The Cloud Village's offensive, Rin Nohara the ideal wife and mother (first, second, and third updates, with three more to come)

As soon as Qingyu arrived at the camp, she could feel a sense of oppression spreading once again.

"Sister Tsunade, I'll go put my things away first."

Qingyu said.

Tsunade waved her hand, and also handed the backpack containing her change of underwear to Qingyu, asking him to put it away for Qingyu.

She, meanwhile, carried Shizune and a large scroll to the logistics point.

These are all the supplies Qingyu replenished at Konoha Hospital.

Qingyu had just put her things down in her Camp Tent and was about to put Tsunade's backpack in her own tent when she heard footsteps.

Qingyu sensed the person carefully and realized that it was Rin Nohara.

At that moment, Rin Nohara lifted the curtain and came in.

Compared to before, the immaturity on her face has faded considerably. Like a wildflower that has been tempered by wind and rain, she has become more fragrant and outstanding.

"Qingyu- jun, you're back."

Rin Nohara's voice was filled with obvious joy, but when she saw Qingyu's handsome face, she subconsciously looked away slightly.

"Yes, it just arrived."

Qingyu placed the Ninja Tool Pouch on the low table and turned to look at Rin Nohara.

His gaze swept over her, then settled on her forehead.

"Lin, how's your 'Yin Seal' progress?"

Upon hearing this, Rin Nohara walked up to Qingyu, tilted her head slightly, and tapped her forehead with her finger.

Qingyu moved closer.

On Rin Nohara's forehead, a very faint purple diamond-shaped mark was faintly visible. Although it was still very light and the edges were somewhat blurred, the shape had already taken shape.

"The framework is almost complete."

Qingyu nodded slightly and gently touched the mark with her finger.

He could feel some Chakra slowly gathering under his skin.

"It's much faster than I expected."

Qingyu said.

Rin Nohara, she truly is a genius.

After I helped her get started with "Body Pathway Derangement", her cultivation speed increased rapidly.

"It's all thanks to Qingyu- kun. After you helped me guide my Chakra that time, my understanding of Sealing Technique became much clearer. Problems that I couldn't figure out before, I can now sort out on my own."

As she said this, she seemed to suddenly remember something and quickly stretched her hands out from behind her back.

She took out a lunchbox.

"Oh, right, this is a rice ball I made."

Rin Nohara shoved the lunchbox into Qingyu's hand, then continued, head bowed, "Last time in Rōran, I saw Hong make rice balls for you. Actually, I made some too, with a new plum sauce recipe, and added bonito flakes and seaweed flakes—try it and see if you like it."

She still harbored some resentment about Yūhi Kurenai.

Qingyu looked at the lunchbox in his hand, then at Rin Nohara's expectant yet somewhat nervous expression. A slight smile appeared on his lips as he opened the lid of the lunchbox, picked up a rice ball, and took a bite.

Qingyu felt that the taste had improved; compared to the Rin Nohara had made before, the texture of this one was indeed much better.

"The cooking skills have improved; it tastes even better than before."

Qingyu swallowed the rice ball in her mouth and took another bite.

Rin Nohara suddenly raised her head, her brown eyes brightening.

"Really?"

"Hmm, plum jam is good too."

After finishing the first rice ball, Qingyu picked up the second one.

Rin Nohara listened to Qingyu's comments and was very satisfied.

As Qingyu was eating, she discovered that she had collected a new trait from Rin Nohara.

[Collectible Trait Detected: Rice Ball Master]

[D-Rank Trait: Rice Ball Master]

[Effect: Improves the texture of rice balls by 30%.]

[Crafting: Learn five different rice ball recipes to upgrade to a higher-level trait.]

Rice balls? That's alright.

Qingyu looked at the text that popped up in front of her and closed it.

Although they are not combat-related traits, life skill traits are always easy to learn, quick to level up, and useful in daily life.

Learning to make five different kinds of rice balls was a piece of cake for him; he could just ask Rin Nohara or Yūhi Kurenai for a few recipes and get them done in a day or two.

He placed the remaining rice balls on the low table, then turned to Rin Nohara.

"Lin will definitely be a virtuous wife and loving mother in the future, a wife that many people will envy."

Qingyu smiled.

He discovered that female ninjas in the Shinobi World seemed to all possess this attribute.

Once she gets married, she will dutifully serve her husband and raise her children.

Even Sakura became virtuous after getting married, and she could do everything from laundry and mopping to washing dishes.

Unfortunately, Sasuke still rarely comes home, causing Sakura's resentful temper to get out of control from time to time.

In addition, she sometimes has minor conflicts with her daughter, and she often breaks the house.

This resulted in the head of Konoha Hospital being so poor that he was almost starving and had very little furniture.

"Qingyu- jun is exaggerating too much."

Rin Nohara blushed slightly.

Qingyu smiled slightly.

"By the way, Lin, let me continue practicing with you later. I've been thinking that this method might also be effective for Shizune."

Rin Nohara blinked.

Is Shizune also practicing the "Yin Seal"?

The clever girl immediately realized this.

"Yes, she started before you, but because her Chakra control is a little less precise, her progress is slower than yours. Using the 'Body Pathway Derangement' technique to guide her meridians might be helpful for her."

Qingyu spoke.

Therefore, he plans to learn more from Rin Nohara's successful example.

"Guiding her 'Body Pathway Derangement' requires some adjustments based on her characteristics; the exact same methods used for you cannot be applied."

Rin Nohara nodded.

Shizune is Lady Tsunade's disciple and Qingyu's companion, so it's normal for Qingyu to help Shizune learn the "Yin Seal".

The two then began to cultivate, just as they had done that day.

Rin Nohara lifted her clothes, letting Qingyu touch her lower abdomen.

In order to cultivate this skill, Rin Nohara even controlled her food intake, just because she was afraid that it would not look good if she showed her little belly in front of Qingyu.

After an afternoon, the two finished their practice.

"Qingyu- kun, I'll head back now. The wounded still need my help. I'll come back tonight."

"Okay, thank you for your hard work."

Over the next month, the fighting on the Eastern Coastline was like a pot of oil gradually boiling, with small-scale skirmishes escalating and clashes between the infiltration of Kirigakure and Cloud Village and the countermeasures of Konoha becoming more and more frequent.

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With the arrival of December, the weather began to turn drastically colder.

The sea breeze blew in from the east, carrying a biting chill. The morning sea fog condensed into fine ice crystals, hanging on the canvas of the Camp Tent.

The ninjas in the camp had to wear an extra layer of thick clothing under their green vests.

The pressure on the Medical Unit peaked in December.

As the fighting escalates, the number of wounded soldiers being brought back from the front lines each day has more than doubled compared to last month.

Against this backdrop, Konoha began deploying a large number of Genin to the front lines.

A large number of Genin who had just graduated from the Ninja Academy or had only one or two years of experience were assigned to the logistics unit, responsible for auxiliary work such as transporting supplies, evacuating the wounded, and guarding the camp.

A few outstanding Genin were assigned to combat units and carried out missions alongside Jonin.

This is a brutal selection mechanism.

In peacetime, Genin have ample time to gradually accumulate experience and merits, and step by step stand out from the Chunin Ninja Exams.

But war gives no one a chance to wait.

Those Genin who survive on the battlefield and earn merit can directly exchange their merits for advanced Ninjutsu, secret scrolls, and even rare ninja tools that they would never normally have access to.

For a talented Genin, this is an opportunity to overtake others.

Of course, if one's talent is mediocre, this is no less than a death warrant.

The Hokage's Office.

Sarutobi Hiruzen sat behind his desk, the ashtray in front of him overflowing with cigarette ash.

He had a pipe in his mouth and a serious expression.

Three intelligence scrolls were spread out on the table.

A Cloud Village from the northern front has crossed the border of the Land of Frost and established a forward base in the northern part of the Land of Rice Paddies.

According to a report from the western front, although Sunagakure has not officially declared war, the number of border clashes has surged in the last two weeks.

The third report was a routine battle report from the eastern front. Jiraiya's handwriting was messy and hurried, reporting on Kirigakure's new offensive.

The office door was pushed open, and Mitokado Homura Utatane Koharu, and Shimura Danzō walked in one after another.

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Mitokado Homura adjusted his glasses and sat down in the chair opposite Sarutobi Hiruzen.

His expression was equally serious as he looked at a newly compiled list of supplies.

Shimura Danzō was the last to enter, and he sat down on a single sofa in the corner, leaning on his cane.

Everyone's here.

Sarutobi Hiruzen took the pipe from his lips, tapped it on the edge of the ashtray, and then looked up.

"If this trend continues, a larger-scale war will break out between the various countries sooner or later. Cloud Village has already made its move, Sunagakure won't be long behind, and Kirigakure's commitment to the eastern front is continuing to increase. Konoha is now facing pressure from three directions simultaneously, and its forces are already becoming stretched thin."

Mitokado Homura was silent for a moment, then asked, "Is it possible to leverage our support in the Land of Rain? I recently heard that a new organization seems to have emerged Land of Rain."

After he finished speaking, he glanced at Shimura Danzō.

Shimura Danzō's Root has spread quite far in the Land of Rain.

Before Shimura Danzō answer, Utatane Koharu spoke first, "According to intelligence, this organization's influence among the people of the Land of Rain is growing rapidly. Although it has not yet shown a clear political inclination, in the Land of Rain, a small country sandwiched between the three major powers, it may become a force to be reckoned with in the future."

Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura had very simple ideas.

If this organization could be hired to serve Konoha, even just as an intelligence network or auxiliary force, it could buy Konoha some buffer space in the direction of the Land of Rain.

After all, hiring other organizations only costs money, but if your own ninja dies, they are truly dead.

The upcoming battle will clearly enter a fierce stage of division and strife, Konoha must do its best to preserve its fighting strength. Shimura Danzō listened in silence.

Upon hearing Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu's suggestion, his one exposed eye narrowed slightly.

"Hmph, this organization is still too immature."

"They're just a bunch of idealistic young people who haven't experienced real war or any political maneuvering. In a place like the Land of Rain, such an organization won't last more than two years."

"I said calmly," Shimura Danzō said.

In fact, he had noticed this organization a year earlier.

The Root has dozens of spies infiltrated into the Land of Rain, and its infiltration of the Land of Rain is far deeper than that of other ninja villages.

He knew the name of the organization clearly, "Akatsuki," and also knew that their leader was an orange-haired ninja named Yahiko.

Meanwhile, Shimura Danzō was secretly seeking to establish a cooperative relationship with Hanzō, the leader of Amegakure.

Hanzō is a recognized powerhouse in the Shinobi World and wields absolute control over the Land of Rain.

If they can gain Hanzō's support through some kind of exchange of benefits, Root's actions in the Land of Rain will be greatly enhanced, and they will be able to secure even more benefits for Root.

The emerging Akatsuki was one of the bargaining chips he planned to use in negotiations with Hanzō.

Hanzō is bound to be wary of the rise of local powers. If Root can help Hanzō solve this problem, then the basis for cooperation will be established.

Therefore, Shimura Danzō would never allow the village to make contact with the Akatsuki organization.

If the village establishes contact with the Akatsuki first, then his entire plan in the Land of Rain will be disrupted.

"They would only be of use if they could continue to exist for the next few years. As they are now, they are not worth Konoha wasting any resources on."

Mitokado Homura looked at Shimura Danzō, remained silent for a moment, and then slowly nodded.

"Very well. Root has been in Danzo of Root's intelligence network in the Land of Rain. Since you believe now is not the right time to make contact, let's put it on hold for now."

He paused, then added, "However, we still need to keep an eye on the development of this organization."

Shimura Danzō did not answer, but only let out a muffled groan, indicating his acquiescence.

Sarutobi Hiruzen continued smoking his pipe without saying a word.

He knew that Shimura Danzō his own agenda, but the Root organization's plans in the Land of Rain were indeed at his behest.

As Hokage, he cannot rely solely on the village's overt power; hidden pawns can often play an unexpected role during wartime.

He believed that Shimura Danzō would not betray Konoha; this was an absolute red line.

As long as this line isn't crossed, he can tolerate some of Danzo tactics.

Sarutobi Hiruzen placed his pipe on the table and took out a new mission scroll from the drawer, unfolding it.

"Then the next issue is the Cloud Village Cave."

Sarutobi Hiruzen's voice regained its authority, his gaze sweeping across the faces of the three advisors.

"The Cloud Village's forces have crossed the border of the Land of Frost and established a forward base in the northern part of the Land of Rice Paddies. Although the garrison on the northern front has temporarily stabilized its defenses, the Cloud Village's vanguard is equipped with a large number of ninjas skilled in Lightning Style, making the pressure of frontal combat extremely high."

Mitokado Homura took over the conversation, his expression serious.

"The fighting style of the Cloud Village is different from that of the Kirigakure and the Sunagakure. Their ninjas are skilled in using Lightning Style Release to amplify their Taijutsu, making them extremely fast. Combined with the Cloud Village's unique swordsmanship, they have a very strong ability to launch attacks in the mountains and forests."

Sarutobi Hiruzen.

"Let Orochimaru take Qingyu and his group of ninjas. With him there, Qingyu's safety won't be a problem, and he can also gain enough experience on the northern front."

He turned to look at Utatane Koharu.

"Inform Orochimaru to change his route and head directly to the northern front. Qingyu Tsunade be responsible for informing Kiyoha."

Utatane Koharu new room and wrote it down in her notebook.

Upon hearing Shimura Danzō frowned.

News of Qingyu's performance on the front lines has spread throughout Konoha High Command.

One person suppressed Kirigakure Mei Terumi of Kirigakure and assisted Minato Namikaze Dragon Vein in Rōran.

Such achievements are simply unbelievable for a young ninja who has only recently been promoted Chunin.

Although Danzo resentment towards Qingyu, he had to admit that the kid was indeed an undeniable force among Konoha's new generation.

Eastern Coastline, Konoha Camp.

Inside Qingyu's Camp Tent, several rows of glass bottles were placed on a low table.

These bottles vary in shape and size, and contain liquids ranging from pale blue to dark red.

Each bottle has a detailed label recording the formula number, production date, and preliminary test results.

Qingyu sat at the low table, holding a small glass bottle no bigger than a thumb in her hand.

The glass bottle is engraved with intricate Sealing Technique techniques to prevent the medicine from losing its potency.

He finally achieved results.

With the added benefit of his special abilities, and after countless formula adjustments and animal experiments, he successfully developed a secret medicine that could accelerate wound healing.

The core ingredient of this secret medicine is his blood.

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I previously collected [Blood Healing] from Karin Uzumaki.

Drinking his blood can quickly restore one's own or another person's Chakra and heal injuries.

Furthermore, this trait can be upgraded to Grade B [Physical Healing].

However, due to the limitations of current surgical conditions, Qingyu has only completed nine procedures.

Qingyu originally thought it would be a simple surgery, but it turned out to be a highly complex procedure.

In other words, the patient was on the verge of death, and then Qingyu saved him.

However, with the war intensifying, Qingyu has no shortage of such examples.

He estimated that it would be completed within this period of time.

Furthermore, with the enhancement of the Senju Lineage, Qingyu discovered that the healing effect of her blood had also become stronger.

So Qingyu used his own blood, combined with dozens of herbs, to neutralize and stabilize the effects, and prolong the duration of the effects, ultimately creating this secret medicine.

The pills are dark red and only the size of a mung bean.

After thinking for a moment, Qingyu made a shallow incision on her left arm with a scalpel and then put the pill in her mouth.

The moment the pill melted on the tip of my tongue, a warm sensation spread from my throat to my limbs. The edges of the wound on my left arm began to wriggle at a visible speed, and new tissue quickly filled the wound.

Before long, Qingyu's wounds healed.

The results were even better than expected.

He nodded to himself.

While this secret medicine's recovery speed cannot match "Ninja Art: Creation Rebirth," its advantage lies in the fact that it does not require consuming one's own Chakra, relying entirely on the power of the medicine itself to drive the healing process.

For ninjas who have exhausted their Chakra or do not know Medical Ninjutsu, this is equivalent to having an extra life.

It's just a pity that it can't be mass-produced.

Qingyu put the pills back into the small glass bottle and put the lid on.

His blood is needed as the core ingredient to make this secret medicine.

Although he possesses the life force of the Senju Clan, the rate of blood regeneration is ultimately limited.

At the current extraction rate, he can only extract enough blood each month to make a maximum of thirty pills.

If it goes any further, it will gradually affect his own condition.

To achieve large-scale production, he either needs to find a raw material to replace blood, or he needs to learn Ninjutsu that can significantly accelerate his own blood regeneration.

Ninjutsu that manipulates blood—that's a new direction.

Qingyu pondered.

There are indeed Ninjutsu related to blood in the Shinobi World.

For Hidan can unleash Ninjutsu related to the Jashin Cult through blood, and he can also inflict damage by collecting the blood of enemies.

It also possesses Kekkei Genkai like "Ketsuryūgan," which allows it to manipulate blood.

The Third Mizukage is also suspected of possessing Blood Release.

If Qingyu can develop a technique specifically designed to accelerate blood regeneration, then the problem of large-scale production of the secret medicine can be solved.

However, this is a long-term plan; he currently has another secret medicine to deal with.

Qingyu turned her gaze to the other side of the low table. There were several slightly larger glass bottles there, each containing a grayish-brown pill the size of a soybean.

These pills look no different from ordinary Military Ration Pill, but if you get close and smell them, you can detect a refreshing herbal fragrance.

This is his improved version of the Military Ration Pill.

Traditional Military Ration Pill can quickly restore physical strength, but they have several obvious drawbacks.

It has a terrible taste and is bitter. Long-term use can damage the stomach and intestines. Moreover, it is not very efficient at restoring physical strength. After a lot of physical exertion, it is often necessary to take several pills to see results.

Qingyu added slug mucus extract to the Military Ration Pill. This is a viscous gel-like substance that can encapsulate the irritating and potent medicinal ingredients in the Military Ration Pill, allowing the effects of the medicine to be released more gradually and for a longer period.

He adjusted the proportions of several medicinal herbs, replacing some of the most stomach-damaging ingredients with a herb called Moonlight Herb.

The improved Military Ration Pill are about 40% more effective at restoring stamina than the traditional version. Most importantly, they completely lack the bitter taste of the traditional version, which makes people frown and hold their noses to swallow it.

Qingyu picked up an Improved Military Ration Pill, popped it into her mouth and chewed it, then put the remaining finished product into several small cloth bags.

He wrote different numbers on the cloth bags, preparing to hand them over to the Medical Unit for further clinical testing.

Just then, the tent flap was lifted from the outside.

Nara Shikaku walked in.

He is Shikaku Nara's cousin and also one of the staff officers at the front-line camp.

Like his cousin, he had the Nara Clan's signature black hair and languid eyes.

He served as the examiner in the previous Chunin Ninja Exams.

"Qingyu, there's a new mission."

Nara Shikaku walked to the low table, glanced down at the bottles and jars on it, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.

"Is this all you've been tinkering with these past few days?"

"I guess so, it's still in the testing phase."

Qingyu put the pills away and stood up.

What is the mission this time?

"What 'Cloud Village on in Kumogakure?"

Nara Shikaku removed the grass stem from its mouth, its expression turning serious.

"The specific arrangements are in the Main Tent; Nara Shikaku is already waiting for you there."

Qingyu nodded, tied the Ninja Tool Pouch to his waist, and followed Nara Shikaku out of the Camp Tent.

Several people were already seated in the Main Tent.

Qingyu noticed that Tsunade was also there.

"Kid, you're finally here."

Tsunade spoke.

"I was busy just now, Sister Tsunade."

Qingyu said.

Then he walked over to Tsunade's side.

"Come squeeze in."

Tsunade said.

There are no extra chairs available.

Just as Qingyu was about to say that he would stand, Tsunade pulled Qingyu down to sit.

So Qingyu had to squeeze onto a stool with Tsunade, their thighs touching.

Shikaku Nara next to the head of the table, with a large-scale topographic map of the northern route spread out in front of him.

Jiraiya is away on a mission, so he, as one of the brain trust members, is now in charge.

The map was marked with more than a dozen red markers, which were the locations of the Cloud Village Force's recent activities.

Shikaku Nara told them to get ready for the meeting.

Shikaku Nara, then pointed to a spot on the map with his finger.

He began by explaining the current situation.

Then he looked at Qingyu.

"This mission is related to Cloud Village. Lord Orochimaru has already led an advance team to the northern front. Your squad and several other squads will follow as support troops."

His finger slid across the map from the Eastern Coastline northward.

"The vanguard of the Cloud Village has crossed the border of the Land of Frost and established a forward base in the northern part of the Land of Rice Paddies. Our northern garrison has temporarily stabilized the defenses, but the Cloud Village's forces are continuing to increase, and a large-scale offensive is expected soon."