It was still 6 a.m.
Uchiha Ryun estimated that Tsunade and Uzumaki Mito should be awake by now, so he prepared to stop his training. He sat on the ground and began circulating the Uchiha clan's chakra extraction technique.
This chakra extraction technique was naturally no secret within the Uchiha clan. Almost everyone knew it, but it couldn't be shared with outsiders, as that was the rule of the major clans.
Uchiha Ryun sat cross-legged, circulating the chakra in his body to adjust himself to the most comfortable state, then began extracting chakra from his surroundings.
This was Uchiha Ryun's first attempt at self-cultivation since transmigrating here. He found that chakra was somewhat similar to the internal energy described in martial arts novels. It was generated from the air and assimilated into the body through breathing.
He opened his eyes. According to the original owner's memories, chakra extraction should have been very difficult, with only a small amount extractable per day. Why did it feel so easy for him now? Moreover, the chakra he extracted this time was purer and denser.
After careful consideration, he couldn't figure out the reason, so he stopped thinking about it. He closed his eyes again and continued breathing to renew the chakra in his body.
Uzumaki Mito, however, was somewhat surprised. "Kurama, is Uchiha Ryun extracting chakra? But this concentration and quality shouldn't be so powerful!"
Through Uzumaki Mito's perception, Kurama observed Uchiha Ryun and frowned.
"Mito, this kid is indeed extracting chakra, but this level of chakra shouldn't be something a genin can handle!"
"Oh? What do you mean, Kurama?" Uzumaki Mito was intrigued by Kurama's words.
"That little guy is extracting natural chakra, or what you humans call senjutsu chakra. Only tailed beasts or those who have trained in the sage arts of the three great holy lands can absorb this.
The Uchiha clan has a contract with the ninja cat clan, but I've never heard of any ninja cat achieving sage status. This kid..." Kurama was baffled.
A glint flashed in Uzumaki Mito's eyes. Senjutsu chakra—she didn't possess it herself, but she knew her husband had it. As far as she knew, apart from Jiraiya, no one in Konoha currently extracted senjutsu chakra.
Now that this boy could extract it, it proved he would undoubtedly become a strong ninja in the future. She had originally been worried that after her passing, someone might bully Tsunade and Nawaki. Now, it seemed she needed to find a way to foster a good relationship between Tsunade and him.
Uchiha Ryun spent about an hour extracting chakra, replacing the last traces of ordinary chakra in his body with higher-quality chakra before opening his eyes.
He clenched his fists and found that his physical condition had also improved significantly. The corners of his mouth curled up. In this damned war machine, he had gained another chance to survive!
At that moment, Uzumaki Mito pushed open the door, smiling.
"Little Ryun, come here. Breakfast is ready!" As she spoke, she beckoned to Uchiha Ryun.
Uchiha Ryun quickly stood up, straightened his clothes, and bowed respectfully.
"Lady Mito, isn't this too much trouble?" He lowered his head, observing proper etiquette, while the ANBU on the tree recorded everything through Lady Mito's lip movements.
Uzumaki Mito first glanced at the ANBU, then turned her gaze back to Uchiha Ryun and smiled. She stepped forward, straightened him up, and took his hand.
"Grandma Mito knew you and little Tsunade would be heading to the battlefield today, so I prepared the ingredients last night and made breakfast for you this morning. You must eat well later."
"Lady Mito, this is too much!" Ryun hurriedly tried to refuse, but no matter how hard he struggled, he couldn't break free from Uzumaki Mito's grip.
"Little Ryun, no need to be so formal. From now on, you can call me Grandma, just like Tsunade!" Uzumaki Mito's words shocked not only Uchiha Ryun but also Tsunade, who had just stepped out in her battle attire.
Tsunade, dressed in her combat uniform, looked at her grandmother in surprise, then at Uchiha Ryun. What was going on? How had things progressed so quickly?
"Lady Tsunade!" Uchiha Ryun seemed to see a lifeline as he grabbed Tsunade's arm, his eyes pleading with her. Tsunade was about to speak when she caught Uzumaki Mito's cold glance. She closed her mouth, reluctantly pried Ryun's hand off, and sat down to eat.
Uchiha Ryun broke out in a cold sweat. He swallowed hard and, under Uzumaki Mito's insistent urging, sat across from Tsunade, next to Uzumaki Mito.
Seeing Uchiha Ryun's cautious demeanor, Uzumaki Mito couldn't help but laugh. Was she really that scary? The poor boy looked terrified.
Realizing he couldn't refuse, Uchiha Ryun began eating as well. At that moment, the system notification sounded.
Ding! Congratulations, host, for completing the achievement "Breakfast at the Senju Household." Reward: 1,000 points. Current balance: 1,550 points.
Ding! System task issued: Due to the extreme danger of the Second Shinobi World War, please join the Sannin's team.
Reward: 5,000 points. (Optional)
Meanwhile, Uzumaki Mito gave Tsunade a look, signaling her to speak quickly. Under her grandmother's gaze, Tsunade set down her chopsticks and suddenly said, "Ryun, I have a favor to ask. I hope you'll agree."
Tsunade looked at Uchiha Ryun, her expression serious and solemn. Hearing her words, Ryun turned to her, also setting down his chopsticks and sitting up straight.
"Please instruct me, Lady Tsunade. If it's within my power, I will not refuse." Ryun's gaze was earnest and solemn as he met Tsunade's eyes.
Tsunade felt a wave of relief at his words and his attitude. She smiled warmly.
"The Hokage has ordered me, Jiraiya, and Orochimaru to each lead a thousand shinobi to the Land of Rain as the vanguard. We can each select one trusted aide from the village. So..."
Uchiha Ryun's eyes lit up, and he immediately stood up. "If you need me, I, Uchiha Ryun, am willing to go through fire and water for you, Lady Tsunade, without hesitation!"
Tsunade was stunned by his words. Though Uchiha Ryun's current strength wasn't exceptional, his words were incredibly moving. "Go through fire and water without hesitation"—what immense determination that conveyed!
Even Uzumaki Mito, hearing Uchiha Ryun's declaration, narrowed her eyes in satisfaction. A trusted aide—this was a good start.
Tsunade smiled.
"Then, for this mission, I'll be counting on you, Ryun."
"Yes! Lady Tsunade." Uchiha Ryun's heart swelled with joy. Truly, he had found what he sought without even trying.
Ding! The system detects that the host has completed the task. Reward: 5,000 points. Current balance: 6,550 points.
Ding! Congratulations, host, for achieving the milestone "Small Success" (accumulated points exceeding 5,000).
Reward: B-rank jutsu "Magnet Release: True Sight" (reference: Gaara's cheating technique during the Chunin Exams).
He actually received this reward! Uchiha Ryun's face lit up with delight. With this detection-type skill, he could avoid many dangers!
He looked up at Uzumaki Mito, who was eating leisurely, and suddenly thought of something. But he hesitated, holding back his words.
Oh right, how should I remind Lady Mito about the Uzumaki clan's affairs?