Hoshi was not someone who could push himself to the absolute limit. Even with the Sword Heart System, which allowed him to grow steadily stronger as long as he trained, he could not devote all twenty-four hours of every day to training.
That was why he admired Might Duy's diligence. When Might Duy looked at him with hopeful eyes, Hoshi responded without hesitation.
Not only did he offer encouragement that Might Duy had never experienced before, but he also took out a set of weighted gear he had once used from his Storage Scroll.
Might Duy was overwhelmed by the favor. Though he could barely tear his eyes away from it, he still waved his hands in refusal. "I can't accept this. It's far too valuable. We only met today—how could I possibly take it?"
"Take it. I replaced it a long time ago anyway, and it would just gather dust with me. Wouldn't it be better to let you keep using it and put it to good use?"
Seeing Hoshi insist so firmly, Might Duy was moved to tears. He solemnly accepted the weights and gave Hoshi a ninety-degree bow.
"Thank you so much. If there is ever anything you need me for, please let me help. I am willing to burn all my youth for Hoshi!"
The words made Hoshi break out in a cold sweat. It felt strangely gay, but he still patted Duy on the shoulder. "Make sure you keep at it. I'll be waiting for the day you graduate. Oh, and remember that training hard also requires moderation. It'll be difficult to deal with if you leave yourself with hidden injuries, so don't joke around with your health."
Might Duy left with tears of gratitude in his eyes. After he was gone, Tsunade softly asked,