Senju Clan Compound.
Chishima Chiba and Tsunade returned together, warmly greeting the Senju clansmen they encountered along the way.
"Uncle Min'yū!"
Chishima Chiba pulled Tsunade over. "Are you still able to handle all those children at the academy?"
"They're very obedient." A smile appeared on Senju Min'yū's face as he reached out with his left hand and pinched Chishima Chiba's cheek. "But you and Tsunade will be graduating soon. Do you want to come listen to one of my classes?"
"Of course we do." Chishima Chiba and Tsunade nodded in unison.
Since becoming a ninja instructor, Senju Min'yū had become much more cheerful and was gradually emerging from the shadow of the war.
He immediately laughed twice. "Haha, good. Whenever you want to come, just tell me, and I'll prepare."
"Definitely!"
Chishima Chiba nodded, then changed the subject. "By the way, Uncle Min'yū, how are the other uncles and aunts doing at the Ninja Academy?"
"They couldn't be doing better!"
"Then why didn't I see any of them today..." Chishima Chiba followed up.
"They're probably giving extra lessons to the students they approve of." Senju Min'yū clearly knew something. "The Ninja Academy's curriculum ought to be changed. If things continue like this, talented people could easily be overlooked, especially gifted civilian-born ninja."
"You could talk to Grandma Mito about it." Tsunade cut in. "Chiba and I have long felt that the academy's lessons are far too shallow..."
"I already did." Senju Min'yū shook his head and sighed. "But... this isn't something we can decide."
His expression darkened, and Senju Min'yū lowered his voice. "It isn't enough for the Senju Clan alone to agree. The other ninja clans need to approve as well. Otherwise... it'll be difficult!"
Chishima Chiba fell silent. Though Tsunade was still somewhat confused, a thoughtful light flickered