Almost All Five Elements

Early the next morning.

Chishima Chiba arrived as promised and knocked on Tsunade's door, waking her up as usual.

Though Tsunade was still groggy after waking up, yesterday's embarrassing incident did not happen again.

After breakfast, Tsunade regained her usual lively charm, while Chishima Chiba and Uzumaki Mito watched her fondly.

Unaware of it, she fooled around and exchanged a few laughs with Chishima Chiba before Uzumaki Mito led them to the training ground at the Senju Clan Compound.

Although the Senju Clan's population had begun to decline during this era, it was still powerful, with the greatest number of elite ninja among Konoha's ninja clans.

"Tell me, how far have the two of you progressed in your studies?"

After having them sit down, Uzumaki Mito got straight to the point.

"I'll tell you, I'll tell you!"

Tsunade was quite enthusiastic, her little mouth chattering nonstop as she told Uzumaki Mito about both her own progress and Chishima Chiba's.

Uzumaki Mito nodded and gave Chishima Chiba a rather surprised glance.

"Little Chiba, from what Tsunade says, your talent is quite outstanding too."

"You flatter me, Grandma. I'm only average. I can't compare to Tsunade."

Tsunade loved hearing that!

Giving Chishima Chiba a look that said, At least you know your place, Tsunade sat to the side, delighted beyond measure. The smile never left her face.

Just as she was indulging in happy thoughts, Uzumaki Mito poured cold water over her. "If Tsunade does not change her temperament, then even with exceptional talent, her future achievements will not match yours."

Uzumaki Mito had often spoken about Tsunade's temperament before. Tsunade always claimed she would change, yet she continued doing as she pleased, devoting most of her attention to studying Gambling Techniques.

Children were simply like that. Expecting Tsunade to be as self-disciplined as an adult was nothing but wishful thinking.

But now that Tsunade had Chishima Chiba by her side, there was finally someone who could rein in her temperament.

Yesterday, Uzumaki Mito had heard the Senju clansmen's report and learned that Tsunade had been teased to tears by Chishima Chiba over that gambling business...

She did not blame Chishima Chiba in the slightest. In fact, Uzumaki Mito wanted him to be even harsher. She had truly worried herself sick over Tsunade.

And just as Uzumaki Mito had expected, the moment Chishima Chiba was mentioned, Tsunade's competitive spirit flared up.

Puffing out her lips, Tsunade looked unconvinced. "Chiba can't compare to me! I'll definitely be stronger than him in the future!"

"That remains to be seen." Uzumaki Mito continued provoking her. "How about this? Today, I'll teach you some more advanced Ninjutsu Knowledge and let the two of you compete."

Seeing the competitive expression on Tsunade's face, Uzumaki Mito knew it was settled. Chishima Chiba, however, felt a little bitter inside.

With Uzumaki Mito stirring things up like this, he and Tsunade were really going to become a pair of bickering rivals, the kind constantly trying to outdo each other.

But Uzumaki Mito did not care about that. She immediately cleared her throat and prepared to begin the lesson.

At the same time, Tsunade and Chishima Chiba gathered their thoughts and sat quietly to listen attentively. Not everyone had the opportunity to be personally taught by Uzumaki Mito.

As expected of her reputation, Uzumaki Mito was truly formidable. Not only was she powerful, but she was absurdly skilled at teaching as well.

Being able to listen to Uzumaki Mito's lessons was undoubtedly one of life's greatest pleasures.

With a famous teacher guiding him in person, Chishima Chiba's atrocious foundation was gradually being filled in, and he slowly began closing the gap between himself and Tsunade.

The lessons continued intermittently throughout the day. Chishima Chiba benefited immensely, and Tsunade did as well.

Beyond that, Uzumaki Mito assigned them homework, packing the rest of their time full.

Chishima Chiba was happy and miserable at the same time. He was happy because he was learning real skills, but miserable because he had less and less time alone with Tsunade each day.

After dinner, Chishima Chiba wondered whether he should sneak into Tsunade's room for an all-night chat, perhaps giving her a few little perks along the way by massaging her delicate feet.

But things did not go as planned. The moment dinner was over, Uzumaki Mito called him over.

"Little Chiba, stay behind."

"What about me, Grandma?" Tsunade quickly asked.

"You may do as you please."

"Yay!" Tsunade sprang to her feet, patted Chishima Chiba's shoulder with glee at his misfortune, then ran off amid a string of bell-like laughter.

In Tsunade's world right now, having fun was still more important.

"Come, Little Chiba." Uzumaki Mito took out a sheet of paper she had prepared beforehand. "Look at the patterns on it and memorize them as quickly as you can."

As she spoke, Uzumaki Mito placed the paper on the table. "Begin. Focus."

After seeing Chishima Chiba nod, Uzumaki Mito silently counted to three before placing down a second sheet. Every three seconds, she put down another new one, repeating this six or seven times.

"How many of the patterns did you remember?"

"I remembered all of them," Chishima Chiba answered seriously.

Surprise flashed through Uzumaki Mito's eyes. "Then let me test you."

She handed Chishima Chiba a cup of tea from the table. "Here, dip your finger in the tea and draw the patterns you remember on the table."

Chishima Chiba did not hesitate. He immediately dipped his finger into the tea and began drawing all sorts of strange, intricate patterns across the tabletop.

Uzumaki Mito's expression kept changing with Chishima Chiba's movements. When he completed the final stroke, she was finally moved.

"Chiba, you're a genius!"

Her lightly wrinkled face was full of smiles. Uzumaki Mito praised him without reservation, her heart surging with excitement.

She had found an inheritor for all her skills!

And passing them on to Chishima Chiba would not be improper, since he possessed Uzumaki blood.

"Grandma, my memory is just a little better than average. How could I be a genius..." Chishima Chiba had his suspicions, but he still acted very modestly.

Elders all liked children who were steady in important matters and lively in small ones.

"I understand Little Chiba's talent best. I can't be wrong." Uzumaki Mito smiled even more happily and took a specially made piece of Chakra Test Paper from her robes.

"You should have mastered the Chakra control method I taught you today." She handed the special Chakra Test Paper to Chishima Chiba. "Take it and channel Chakra into it."

Taking the special Chakra Test Paper, Chishima Chiba froze for a moment. Why was this test paper different from the Chakra Test Paper in his memories of his past life?

But after less than half a second of hesitation, Chishima Chiba followed Uzumaki Mito's instructions.

The Chakra within his body flowed through him and slowly entered the special Chakra Test Paper through his fingertips.

At the side, Uzumaki Mito held her breath and stared unblinkingly at the special Chakra Test Paper, anticipation filling her eyes.

First, the expected reactions for the four Chakra attributes of fire, lightning, earth, and water appeared on the special Chakra Test Paper.

But beyond the four reactions of burning, wrinkling, crumbling, and dampening, two unfamiliar changes appeared on the special Chakra Test Paper in quick succession.

"Haha, I knew Little Chiba could do it!" Uzumaki Mito laughed heartily and deliberately pointed at the shadow-like black ink spot on the special Chakra Test Paper. "You even possess Yin Release Chakra! You're simply the most perfect candidate for cultivating Sealing Jutsu!"

"Sealing Jutsu?" Chishima Chiba scratched his head. "What is that?"

"Although it is a branch of Ninjutsu, it is an extremely powerful art. Back then, using Sealing Jutsu, I helped your Great Grandfather subdue quite a few Tailed Beasts."

"I want to learn!" Chishima Chiba eagerly seized the opportunity, striking right at Uzumaki Mito's weak point.

"Let me tell you..."

Uzumaki Mito began talking again, while Chishima Chiba listened intently, occasionally chiming in at just the right moments.

He had to keep Uzumaki Mito happy. He was utterly covetous of Sealing Jutsu!