The Chunin Ninja Exams
Konoha in early 42
Small conference room in the Hokage Building
After New Year's Day, the Ninja Village resumed normal operations.
The Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, with a pipe dangling from his lips and a letter in his hand, exhaled a puff of smoke and said in a deep voice:
"After five years of recuperation following Second Shinobi World War, the ninjas have grown somewhat. I have decided to hold the Chunin Ninja Exams. Koharu, Homura, you two should spread the word and invite the leaders of neighboring countries and ninja villages to participate."
"Okay, Third Hokage."
"Tsunade, it's almost time to prepare the First Aid Squad for the Chunin Ninja Exams."
"Understood, old man."
Five years have passed since Second Shinobi World War ended. During these five years of rest and recuperation, a new generation of ninjas has grown up in the ninja village.
The situation in the Shinobi World is slightly turbulent, and the confrontations among ninjas on missions are becoming noticeably more intense as they compete for the missions issued by their employers.
Sarutobi Hiruzen summoned the heads and high-ranking officials of Konoha's various departments and decided to hold the Chunin Ninja Exams to promote Konoha's prosperity and to intimidate neighboring countries.
Sarutobi Hiruzen issued numerous orders, and all the Konoha High Command received their missions.
Naraku below, listening for a long time. Sarutobi Hiruzen talked for a long time, but he didn't assign any work to the Security Department.
"Lord Hokage, Chunin Ninja Exams, is it necessary to have Military Police Force maintain order?"
After a brief silence, Naraku the opportunity and took the initiative to ask a question.
"Old thief, I support your work." The thought flashed through Naraku's mind. Although the Police Force was neglected by the Hokage, Naraku should try to fight for them in this situation.
It's good to show a positive attitude, after all, you're receiving a salary from Konoha.
On the surface, the Third Hokage still gave Naraku face, treating him with gentle persuasion. When Naraku's clansmen disappeared, the Third Hokage dispatched the Anbu to help Naraku find them.
Of course, in private, the Police Force's funding requests were never approved.
The Chunin Ninja Exams promote Konoha's prosperity and prestige, which helps increase Konoha's mission workload. The stronger Konoha, the more people will post missions and hire ninjas Konoha.
This kind of thing benefits all the ninjas and ninja clans of Konoha.
Sarutobi Hiruzen pondered for a moment, then spoke:
"Naraku, you will lead the Konoha Military Police Force and be responsible for the perimeter security, protecting the audience and preventing any unforeseen events."
"Yes, sir."
The Chunin Ninja Exams are an event that can't afford any mishaps, and having the Konoha Military Police Force responsible for perimeter security certainly gives people peace of mind.
As for the security of the inner circle, Naraku didn't ask. That had long been the job of the Anbu.
"Alright, the task will proceed as scheduled today. The date will be February 5th, one month from now. Meeting adjourned."
Sarutobi Hiruzen waved his hand.
The heads of various departments of Konoha in the arena all stepped down.
Outside the Hokage Building, Naraku and Tsunade walked side by side.
"Naraku, as the consultant of the Mental Therapy Department at Konoha Hospital, you haven't been to Konoha Hospital for a long time."
Naraku cast two Genjutsu spells on Tsunade to heal her mind, effectively treating the two fragments of Tsunade condition. Tsunade's condition has improved significantly, although she still often feels guilty towards her younger brother and lover.
But now he is full of energy, guiding medical-nin at Konoha Hospital and cultivating batches of outstanding medical personnel.
Naraku guessed that Tsunade's Hemophobia should have been cured, but Tsunade still didn't personally treat patients or the wounded, leaving it all to the medical-nin she had personally trained. Therefore, Naraku couldn't make a judgment.
"Tsunade, as you know, as the head of the Konoha Military Police Force, I'm usually extremely busy."
After maintaining distance for a while, Naraku's mind stabilized considerably, and he stopped losing his composure.
"Heh, I've caught you today. Now get back to Konoha Hospital and get back to work."
Tsunade chuckled lightly, glanced disdainfully at Naraku, and summoned Naraku move bricks. Tsunade's personality remained unchanged; she still loved gambling and drinking, and was getting closer and closer to becoming a heroine.
Naraku initially thought Tsunade's gambling and drinking were forms of self-anesthesia and escapism, but now it seems Naraku was overthinking it. These were simply her hobbies.
"Haha, I ran into you at the meeting today. I was actually just thinking of going to Konoha Hospital."
Naraku didn't try to avoid the issue; it had indeed been a while since he'd visited Konoha Hospital, so he decided to check on how his two clansmen were doing Konoha Hospital.
And what level of medical expertise has the Uchiha Clan's medical students, trained by Tsunade, reached now?
Tsunade's Medical Team training class had about thirty students per class. The main teachings were about medicine and Medical Ninjutsu.
And through subsequent clinical trials, the trainees will ultimately be trained into qualified medical-nin.
"Really?"
Tsunade suddenly looked at Naraku with a serious expression, which surprised Naraku.
Tsunade's gaze towards Naraku was incredibly complex, containing feelings of reluctance, guilt, attachment, and joy.
Naraku skilled in Genjutsu and adept at perceiving fluctuations in people's emotions. He understands the outward characteristics of such fluctuations, but Naraku 'Tsunade gaze.
"This... this isn't the look you give a friend, is it?"
Naraku silent, pondering to himself. He was somewhat confused about Tsunade's situation. The two had only met a few times and had some private acquaintance; this shouldn't be the case.
Naraku thought for a moment, then gave a bright smile and said gently, "It's true."
His tone ended with a "ya" sound. Naraku usually devoted himself to studying ninjutsu, forbidden techniques, and working on Uchiha affairs and the Police Department, and had almost no leisure time to do anything else.
Being with Tsunade now, and seeing Tsunade's image and attitude, made Naraku somewhat relaxed.
"Hehe, you're quite cute."
Tsunade a cold laugh and said nothing more.
The two walked slowly, and before they knew it, they had arrived at Konoha Hospital. Tsunade didn't wait for Naraku and went into the hospital first.
Naraku was completely bewildered, wondering what Tsunade meant by her cold Tsunade. She began to look at me with a complicated expression, which seemed rather strange.
"What's going on?" Naraku with questions, then followed Tsunade.
Tsunade summoned the trainees of the medical-nin training course and began teaching.
Naraku the Konoha Hospital's Mental Therapy Department for a while, but everything is as usual.
Once some requirements and guidelines for Genjutsu are established, any ninja skilled in Genjutsu can adapt to this job. It's just a matter of how long it takes to master the skills.
After observing the Mental Therapy Department, Naraku went to the medical-nin training class to see how well his clansmen were learning Medical Ninjutsu.
The medical-nin training course is like a classroom, filled with various teaching equipment and utensils. There are also many fish tanks with lots of fish, specifically for beginners to learn how to use Medical Ninjutsu.
Of course, experienced medical-nin sometimes use fish to practice Medical Ninjutsu.
At this moment in the classroom, a female student places her hands above a fish and performs Medical Ninjutsu on it.
Sharingan!
Naraku activated his Sharingan and stood by the window, observing the woman's every move as she performed Medical Ninjutsu.
From the Sharingan's perspective, the flow of a person's Chakra is clearly visible.
Tsunade glanced at Naraku but did not stop him or close the window.