"That was worthy of admiration!"
Mingye nodded in praise, then handed a document to Sarutobi Hiruzen.
"Nara Shikaku, Akimichi Choza, Yamanaka Inoichi, Aburame Shibi, Hyuga Hiashi, and Hizashi Hyuga have been recommended for jonin trials. You make the call!"
Mingye's words lifted Sarutobi Hiruzen's spirits. Those children carrying on the legacy had already grown to such a level. Smiling, he said to Mingye with emotion, "Oh! Has Ino-Shika-Cho already completed its generational transition? How nostalgic!"
Jiraiya and Minato Namikaze sat at a table in a barbecue restaurant. After ordering, while they waited for their food, Jiraiya smiled and spoke to Minato Namikaze.
"Konoha ninja aren't allowed to choose disciples from the Ninja Academy. Only after each class graduates are the children assigned to jonin qualified to take disciples, based on their talents. There are exceptions, but I don't think I can use that privilege."
As soon as Jiraiya finished, Minato Namikaze immediately understood and replied, "Sir, do you want me to become your disciple?"
Jiraiya nodded and continued, "As long as you bring it up, everything can be settled easily! All I need to do is apply to become an instructor for this year's graduates!"
"But sir, I..."
Minato Namikaze wanted to refuse, but Jiraiya cut him off before he could finish. Jiraiya stepped onto his stool, balancing on one leg as he waved one hand, while holding his other palm toward Minato Namikaze with imposing authority.
"Hey! I'm Jiraiya! Jiraiya the Sage of Mount Myoboku! Do you think I'm not good enough for you? Kid, do you expect me to beg you?!"
"Don't joke around! Sir, that's not what I meant!"
Jiraiya looked serious and somewhat angry, so Minato Namikaze hurriedly explained. Jiraiya immediately took the opening and switched back to a smile.
"Well! Since that's not what you