Little Kabuto's Talent
Unexpectedly, Tsunade brought up the old matter again, which reminded Koki of those painful memories, and her expression turned serious.
His voice was firm and resolute. "Let's not talk about this anymore. Tsunade already has two disciples, Shizune and Rin-nee, so she should focus on nurturing them."
Tsunade wore an awkward smile, but deep down she was filled with regret and guilt.
She could clearly sense that Koki's anger had not yet subsided.
Looking back, because of her longing for Dan and Nawaki, she indulged in alcohol all day long and did not give Koki enough attention and guidance.
She desperately wishes she could turn back time; if given the chance to start over, she would never make the same mistake again.
Tsunade gazed at Koki, clasped her hands together, and earnestly pleaded, "I was wrong before. Please give me one last chance to explain it to you. If you still can't accept it, I will never force you again."
Koki is a soft-hearted person, and faced with Tsunade's humble request, his heart began to waver.
Tsunade was certainly wrong, but her sincere attitude at that moment made it hard for Koki to refuse.
"Alright then, this is the last time." Finally, Koki nodded gently.
"Good!"
Tsunade looked around, thinking to herself that Orochimaru wouldn't leave so easily, after all, he was a cunning fellow, so she decided to leave Orochimaru alone for now.
Her gaze became focused, and she prepared to patiently explain the Mystical Palm Technique to Koki again. Koki also immediately focused her attention and listened attentively to every word Tsunade.
Little Kabuto, standing to the side, stared wide-eyed at Tsunade, his face full of curiosity, seemingly very interested in this amazing Ninjutsu.
Tsunade coughed lightly, cleared her throat, and then slowly said, "The Mystical Palm Technique requires extremely precise control of Chakra and its concentration in the palm..."
Tsunade began to explain in detail the principles, techniques, and some key precautions of the Mystical Palm Technique. As Tsunade explained, Koki listened intently, nodding from time to time to show that she understood.
"... Alright, that's it. You can try again now." Tsunade finally finished explaining, looking at Koki with expectant eyes.
Koki took a deep breath, composed herself, and prepared to try using the Mystical Palm Technique again, following the method Tsunade had just described.
However, at that very moment, something amazing happened!
A faint blue light emanated from Little Kabuto's palm!
This sudden change left everyone in the room completely astonished.
Koki stared in disbelief at the Mystical Palm Technique that Little Kabuto had used so easily. "Truly a genius!" he thought to himself.
But upon further reflection, considering the incredibly impressive actions Kabuto Yakushi took during the Fourth Shinobi World War, it all seemed insignificant.
But can someone this young already possess Chakra?
Who taught him? Koki was about to ask, but then she remembered that Little Kabuto was currently suffering from amnesia, so she didn't speak.
"How is this possible?" Tsunade stared in astonishment at the pale blue light in Little Kabuto's hand—that was the Mystical Palm Technique!
Medical Ninjutsu, which even many experienced Jonin struggle to perform, is now being demonstrated by a child, and only after one explanation?
This is simply unbelievable!
Tsunade's heart raced uncontrollably; she felt as if she were in a fantastical dream.
Shizune, who was standing next to her, also looked extremely surprised, and the two of them pounced on Little Kabuto at the same time.
Even Orochimaru, with his gloomy expression, was drawn over, staring intently at Little Kabuto with great interest, as if examining an item and waiting for a price.
Tsunade crouched down, her gaze fixed on Little Kabuto. She carefully examined the child, her heart filled with amazement.
Little Kabuto met Tsunade's gaze without fear, his clear, watery eyes revealing a composure beyond his years.
Well done, no stage fright!
Tsunade inwardly. A child with such courage and presence was definitely a rare talent.
Tsunade's heart felt like it had been ignited, burning fiercely. The child before her had unlimited potential and talent, and given time, he would surely become a remarkable ninja.
We can't miss this promising talent!
She slightly raised her lips, trying to make her voice sound kind, "Child, would you like to become my disciple and learn from me?"
Upon Koki glanced at Tsunade with amusement.
However, Little Kabuto did not react at all. He simply Earth Flow quietly to Koki's side, took his hand, and then looked up at Koki, as if expecting an answer from him.
Tsunade, her heart pounding with anxiety, quickly said again, "Child, I am one of the Sannin — Lady Tsunade! Do you know? Countless people outside dream of becoming my disciples, and so many people yearn to train under my tutelage!"
However, Little Kabuto remained unmoved, his gaze fixed on Koki, as if Koki was his whole world, and every word Koki said and every action she took would become the direction he followed.
Tsunade turned her helpless gaze to Koki and asked, "Where did this child come from?"
Koki shrugged and then explained Little Kabuto's origins in detail.
Tsunade couldn't help but sigh, wondering why Koki was always surrounded by so many geniuses.
Kakashi, Obito, Shisui, Itachi, and the orphan he casually brought back all possess extraordinary talent and potential.
How wonderful it would be to have a group of such gifted students!
But these people were all incredibly loyal to Koki, obeying her every word and doing exactly what she was told, which made her extremely envious!
Tsunade pondered for a moment, then said, "An orphanage, or one in another village... that's not difficult. With my status, I can naturally find him a respectable home."
Upon hearing this, a glint of light suddenly flashed in Little Kabuto's eyes.
He didn't want to go back to the orphanage, he didn't want to leave Koki. If... if he learned Ninjutsu from this strange woman in front of him, could he see Koki more often?
Tsunade, of course, didn't miss this subtle change. She continued to coax her, "Little Kabuto, right? If you become my disciple, you won't have to go back to the orphanage."
"You can see Koki often!"
Hearing this, Little Kabuto seemed even more tempted, but he still looked at Koki, as if waiting for him to make the final decision.
The room was silent, and everyone's eyes were fixed on Koki. The atmosphere seemed to freeze, and Koki's eyes were filled with complex and unreadable expressions. He was struggling with an intense internal conflict.