Medical Ninja

The Uchiha clan is truly a prestigious family that shakes the ninja world, and their Kekkei Genkai, the Sharingan, is indeed extraordinary in the realm of genjutsu.

Uchiha Nara is meticulous, and the illusions he weaves are almost like a panacea for the patients he treats.

A single genjutsu is enough to help a traumatized ninja regain their vitality.

Tsunade snapped back to reality from the illusion, her previously dull eyes gradually regaining their luster as her spirit returned.

"Nawaki..."

Tsunade murmured softly.

It was not that Nara didn't want to continue weaving the illusion to include Kato Dan, but manipulating genjutsu to intrude into the mind of a Sannin like Tsunade was too taxing on his ocular power and chakra.

Nara needed a moment to recover; besides, two segments too close together would feel artificial and easily detected, rendering the intended effect useless.

"Live well..."

Nara said softly. Because Nara had watched the anime, the illusions he wove were factually accurate, and his related words were perfectly timed to provide comfort.

"Mm!"

Responding to Nara's words, Tsunade's gaze gradually hardened, and she regained the temperament of a heroine.

Tsunade looked closely at Uchiha Nara; he was tall, handsome, and dressed elegantly—a far cry from her brother Nawaki's temperament.

Yet, in Tsunade's eyes at this moment, Nawaki's figure seemed to overlap with Nara's. Two different people had merged into one.

Tsunade rubbed her eyes and then blinked.

Tsunade had always been dignified and graceful, but she was being somewhat impolite at this moment.

Nara raised an eyebrow, observing Tsunade's condition with some confusion, though he did not ask.

"I heard from Uzumaki Nao that you want to arrange for some people to come to Konoha Hospital to learn medical ninjutsu?"

"Yes, Lady Tsunade. I have many excellent young ninjas in my clan, and I want them to learn medical ninjutsu to save lives and contribute to Konoha."

Tsunade did not expose Nara's intentions and instead broke into a smile.

"The Medical Department does need to expand and recruit some hands. I have already applied for funding from the Third Hokage. You may arrange for ten people to come—the kind who can calm their minds and study medical ninjutsu, mind you."

Tsunade seemed to be in a better mood, her tone becoming somewhat playful.

Nara was seventeen; although he looked mature, he couldn't help but be stunned for a moment by Tsunade's unique, gentle smile, feeling a bit infatuated.

Tsunade's previously good mood soured, and she frowned slightly. In Nara's expression, she saw a familiar shadow: Jiraiya.

Tsunade felt displeased, her brow furrowing deeper as she prepared to flick Nara on the forehead, just as she used to do to Nawaki.

"Ahem, in that case, thank you very much, Lady Tsunade."

Nara quickly regained his composure and pretended to cough. His face flushed red, feeling ashamed of his own rudeness. Nara was a hot-blooded teenager, after all; it was only natural for him to be unable to resist the charm of a mature woman.

"Hmph, go make the arrangements. You can get out now."

"Yes."

Nara rose and left.

After Nara departed, Tsunade stood up and walked to the window, gazing at the bustling streets of Konoha.

"Nawaki, don't worry about your sister."

Konoha Hospital, Mental Health Department, Surveillance Room.

Nara, Fugaku, and several Jonin were observing the consultation rooms.

In the Mental Health Department of Konoha Hospital, Nara had transitioned from seeing patients himself to acting as a consultant, cultivating the genjutsu talents of the department's ninjas. Naturally, he also kept an eye on Uchiha Jiichiro and Uchiha Masao, whom he had managed to squeeze into the department after much persuasion.

The two lived up to the Uchiha name, possessing great strength and meticulous minds. They became the most highly-rated doctors in the Mental Health Department, far surpassing other genjutsu-using ninjas.

Capable people do more work, but because the two were so powerful, only those with severe mental trauma were sent to them. Other consultations or inquiries were handled by other Chunin in the department, fostering the growth of the department's ninjas in all aspects.

In Konoha Village, Jonin are big shots, while Chunin and Genin are the standard ninjas. Chunin are the backbone of the village and are often capable of handling tasks independently.

Promoting from Chunin to Jonin isn't just about having enough strength; it requires the recommendation of other Jonin.

In other words, one needs not only strength but also connections. Because of this, civilian ninjas naturally tend to band together.

There are only two paths to becoming a Chunin. The first is the formal Chunin Exams, which are extremely difficult—not quite one in a hundred, but close.

The second is to complete numerous missions until the requirements for promotion are met, followed by a simplified exam. This path only requires perseverance and is the route chosen by most ninjas.

Those who become Chunin through the formal exams are the minority. The exams are designed to discover genius ninjas or those with other talents; although the slots are usually occupied by the ninja clans, some dazzling figures always emerge.

For example, Namikaze Minato, a disciple of the Sannin Jiraiya, shone brightly during the Chunin Exams, catching the eye of the Third Hokage, who then arranged for Jiraiya to take him under his wing.

Jiraiya, who had been searching for the Child of Prophecy, had already trained Nagato and believed he had found the one. He was indifferent to the Third Hokage's arrangement and initially wanted to find an excuse to refuse.

However, after interviewing Namikaze Minato, Jiraiya grew very fond of him and taught him his own ninjutsu without reservation.

This became a well-known story in Konoha.

The Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, also had it tough. The title of the Sannin was illustrious, and the summoning beasts of the three great sage regions were world-renowned; Sarutobi Hiruzen wanted to see the legacy of the Sannin passed down.

Especially the inheritance of the summoning beasts. However, the Sannin were busy with many affairs; Orochimaru's successor, Nawaki, had fallen in battle, and while Tsunade had trained many medical ninjas, none were capable of inheriting her mantle.

Only Jiraiya was earnestly cultivating Namikaze Minato. Among the Sannin, only Jiraiya had left behind a successor so far; the Third Hokage still needed to scout for the other two.

"Fugaku, you continue the observation. I'll head back to the Military Police Force first, lest too much work piles up."

"Understood."

Uchiha Nara nodded, turned, and left.

After Nara exited the Surveillance Room, Kurama Ryota followed him out, quickly catching up to Uchiha Nara.

"Nara-kun, please wait a moment."

"Ryota-san, is there something you need?"

Kurama Ryota glanced left and right, and seeing no one, reached into the ninja tool pouch at his waist.

Seeing Kurama Ryota acting furtively and reaching for his pouch, Nara couldn't help but secretly guard himself.

However, what Kurama Ryota pulled out was not a kunai, shuriken, or other ninja tools, but an invitation.

"Nara-kun, if you have some leisure time, please come to the Kurama Clan Compound for a chat."

So this Kurama Ryota was acting all sneaky and furtive just to invite me. I was overthinking it.

Nara thought to himself, slightly setting his mind at ease as he took the invitation and channeled chakra into it.

He confirmed it wasn't an Explosive Tag, but actual paper.

"Very well, I shall trouble you then when the time comes."