Raiga Kurosuki: Fight the Sannin? Me?

"Mangetsu, you are not allowed to act recklessly in Konoha!"

A voice rang out.

A Mist Ninja stood there, two blades strapped to his waist.

They were definitely not Hiramekarei; judging by the style of the scabbards, they were more likely the Thunder Blade: Fang.

Hozuki Mangetsu's expression remained dazed. His face was blank, clearly showing he was in a state of mental confusion and hadn't heard a word.

"Hozuki Mangetsu?!"

Raiga Kurosuki was becoming somewhat dissatisfied.

"Ah? Yes!"

Only then did Hozuki Mangetsu snap out of his shock.

The terror in his eyes faded away.

Seeing Raiga Kurosuki, Hozuki Mangetsu immediately bowed to apologize.

"I am sorry!"

"Shouldn't the person you are apologizing to be me? Or are all you Mist Ninja like this—able to attack people in other ninja villages at will without needing to apologize?"

Kyohiko glanced toward Raiga Kurosuki.

Raiga Kurosuki frowned, his gaze sweeping between him and Hozuki Mangetsu. Unable to contain his emotions, his expression gradually turned fierce and cruel, his killing intent quietly spilling out.

However.

Kyohiko remained unmoved, instead threatening, "You have killing intent toward me; are you planning to kill me to silence me?"

Raiga Kurosuki was secretly startled.

When he grew angry, his killing intent was such that many Jounin from his own village feared him, yet the brat before him was not afraid in the slightest, meeting his gaze and even daring to talk back.

What courage!

He looked at Hozuki Mangetsu, his dissatisfaction deepening.

The Hozuki Clan boasted loudly, claiming he was the number one genius of the Hozuki Clan, with the potential to become the next Second Mizukage.

And yet?

He turned out to be nothing more than a vase.

Upon encountering a genius from Konoha, he became so rattled he forgot the basic rules of being a ninja.

Look at the other boy!

Even with his killing intent locked onto him, the kid wasn't afraid at all.

That is a true genius!

He barked sharply, "Mangetsu, are you waiting for me to apologize for you?"

"Yes, I... I am sorry, Kyohiko-kun. I only wanted to greet you; I didn't truly intend to attack you! I was just startled by your reaction earlier, which is why I forgot to apologize for so long!"

Hozuki Mangetsu knew...

This matter could be small or large.

At its smallest, it was just children bickering.

At its largest, it was exactly as Kyohiko had framed it—a Mist Ninja attacking a Konoha Genin, with a Jounin arriving to attempt to silence the witness.

It all depended on how Konoha chose to spin it.

Therefore.

Admitting he was scared into a daze was better than being caught by the throat and suffering a greater loss.

However.

"What are you trying to do to our Konoha ninja?"

Tsunade's gaze was icy.

Blazing killing intent surged forth, covering the sky and earth.

Raiga Kurosuki turned his head stiffly.

Such terrifying pressure, such presence!

In an instant, he almost thought he had been caught in a technique like Demonic Illusion: Hell Viewing Technique that stirred the fear in one's heart, causing him to be so flustered and afraid.

However.

It was not an illusion.

The killing intent alone was...

His face turned pale.

Immediately after, another figure landed behind Tsunade, a gentle yet terrifying smile appearing on his pale face.

Two of the Sannin—

Tsunade and Orochimaru had both arrived!

This brat certainly had a lot of pull for the Sannin to be paying him such close attention!

Just as Kyohiko was about to speak, Hozuki Mangetsu immediately dropped to his knees with a "thud," performing a full dogeza.

"Kyohiko-kun, I really just wanted to say hello and challenge you again during the Chunin Exams. I absolutely had no intention of attacking you! Raiga-senpai just loses control when he gets angry; it wasn't directed at you!"

Hozuki Mangetsu wasn't afraid of most people, but Orochimaru...

Over the past fifteen days, he had spent ten of them with Orochimaru. Although his consciousness had been hazy and he lacked memories of the time in between, a primal fear had instinctively taken root in his heart!

He had no doubt.

At this very moment, Orochimaru might be looking for an excuse to force him to stay for another period of time.

If his Hydrification Technique were actually researched and broken, he would be unable to atone for his sins even with ten thousand deaths!

A trace of regret appeared on Orochimaru's face.

"So, it was a misunderstanding?"

"Yes, a misunderstanding, a total misunderstanding! This brat from the Hozuki clan relies on his talent and is usually quite reckless in the village. I have already severely reprimanded Mangetsu!"

Raiga Kurosuki repeatedly insisted it was a "misunderstanding."

Two members of the Sannin...

He had heard that the teacher of the child before him was Jiraiya; if that teacher arrived as well, they would have the full Sannin lineup!

He was no Hanzo of the Salamander.

"My sincerest apologies, seniors!"

Raiga Kurosuki's voice was strained.

"Don't cause trouble in Konoha, or there will be plenty of people here to deal with you."

Tsunade waved her hand, intending to assert some dominance, but remembering that this was Konoha and that she might have to pay for any damages to the street, she immediately stopped her hand mid-motion.

She looked at Hozuki Mangetsu kneeling on the ground, then glanced at Orochimaru behind her...

It seemed.

Orochimaru had left quite a shadow over him during this past period!

Orochimaru chuckled softly: "Now that our two villages are on good terms and everyone desires peace, we can let these minor misunderstandings slide. Otherwise, this matter wouldn't be settled so easily!"

"Yes!"

Hearing this, Raiga Kurosuki felt as if he had been granted amnesty and immediately turned to leave, not daring to linger a moment longer.

If he stayed any longer, Jiraiya might show up, and he would have to perform a dogeza as well!

Once they had departed.

Orochimaru licked his lips, his gaze sweeping over Kyohiko from head to toe, and then he smiled: "Tsunade, is this Jiraiya's disciple?"

"Kyohiko Yoshimine greets Senior Orochimaru!"

Kyohiko stepped forward to greet him.

Might Guy stood beside him, his expression dazed, not daring to breathe too loudly.

One Tsunade.

One Orochimaru.

These were all legendary figures of the ninja world he rarely got to see!

"Mm."

Orochimaru's gaze was like a torch.

After observing him for a moment, he smiled: "I have matters to attend to today, we shall meet again!"

"Yes."

Kyohiko nodded.

Tsunade stood to the side, and after Orochimaru left, she looked at Guy and said: "Your name is Might Guy?"

"Ah? Yes, Lady Tsunade!"

Guy was incredibly nervous.

As a fledgling Genin, where had he ever seen such a spectacle?

"I see you running past the hospital every single day. I have looked over your files; you are very hardworking and excellent."

Tsunade praised him earnestly.

Guy was somewhat surprised, unable to contain his emotion and excitement, and quickly raised his hand to wipe away his tears: "Lady Tsunade!"

He was crying so hard he could barely control himself.

Tsunade's affirmation was the greatest praise and motivation he could have received.

The corner of Tsunade's mouth twitched, and she glanced over at Kyohiko.

Kyohiko shrugged.

Might Guy was just like that; his emotions shifted as quickly as the weather when he got excited.

Tsunade was just wondering how to comfort him.

Might Guy suddenly stopped his tears and said, "Lady Tsunade, I will continue to work hard! I will prove that even if I only excel at taijutsu, I can definitely become an incredible ninja!"

Tsunade's expression softened slightly, and she nodded gently.

"Mm."

Her train of thought had been interrupted, and for a moment, she couldn't remember what she had been about to say.

Seeing her expression, neither Kyohiko nor Guy felt it was appropriate to speak first.

After pondering for a long while, she finally realized.

"This training method of yours can force your body to its limits, allowing you to improve by breaking through those limits time and again, but it also places a heavy burden on your body. It is best to check your physical condition regularly to avoid sustaining injuries that are difficult to heal."

"This..."

Upon hearing this, Guy's face showed hesitation.

He understood the logic, but since he and his father were only genin, a trip to the hospital would cost quite a bit.

Tsunade's expression remained gentle: "Don't worry, I will cover the costs of your physical examinations."

Compared to her gambling debts, this amount of money wasn't even a drop in the bucket, but if it could ensure the healthy growth of a ninja with potential, the returns would be immense.

"Thank you, Lady Tsunade!"

Guy was overjoyed and thanked her repeatedly.

Tsunade thought highly of him!

To him, this was the ultimate affirmation, and deep down, he became even more determined to train hard.

Due to the chapter revisions, I apologize for the inconvenience and have added an extra chapter.

Note: The previous mention of the Strength Enhancement Technique has been changed to the Body Flicker Technique; all previous content has been updated accordingly.