System, lottery."
"Congratulations, Host, for obtaining the Fire Release Ninjutsu Gift Pack (Rank S), which includes Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique (C-rank), Fire Release: Dragon Fire Technique (C-rank), Fire Release: Phoenix Immortal Flower Claw Red (C-rank), Fire Release: Phoenix Immortal Fire Technique (C-rank), Fire Release: Great Dragon Fire Technique (B-rank), Fire Release: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet (B-rank), Fire Release: Great Fire Annihilation (A-rank), and Fire Release: Dragon Flame Release Song Technique (A-rank)."
"Oh my, did I just turn from a pauper to a prince?"
Yueshu was stunned. He had simply used the lottery chance he obtained from his previous duel with Minato Namikaze out of boredom, never expecting such a burst of luck.
"It's perfect, since I can't do anything else besides Rasengan right now. This just filled a weakness."
Yueshu smiled. His strength was probably about to double again.
"Attributes."
He hadn't checked his strength level in a while, so Yueshu took the opportunity to look now.
Name: Ji Shen Yueshu
Status: Normal
Abilities: Rasengan (A-Rank), Three-Tomoe Sharingan (B-rank), Senju Bloodline (Unawakened) (A-rank), Swordsmanship Mastery (C-rank), Fire Release Ninjutsu Gift Pack (Rank S)
Combat Power: Chunin (??)
His combat power had risen from unranked to Chunin. Although he didn't know what level of Chunin he was, Yueshu had made such great progress in just a few months. He had to admit that having a cheat ability was truly comfortable.
Yueshu looked at the attribute panel, a hint of confusion in his eyes. After all this time, there were still question marks after the combat power on the attribute panel, which Yueshu couldn't quite understand.
Unfortunately, the system wasn't reliable either; it had fallen into a deep sleep as soon as it appeared, so asking now would likely get no response.
"Forget it, maybe it's just a bug."
Yueshu ignored those thoughts. Compared to that, he was quite eager to do two things now.
One was to find a good sword so his Swordsmanship Mastery could be put to use.
The other was to try out the Fire Release Ninjutsu he had just drawn; that would surely be exhilarating.
As he pondered, a female voice came from outside the room.
It was Tsunade's voice.
"Yueshu, I'm going out for a bit. Do you want to come along?"
"Wait a moment, I'll be right there."
Yueshu immediately responded. After the Second Shinobi World War, Tsunade had developed hemophobia. While it might not be a big deal for others, it was devastating for Tsunade, who was a Medical Ninja. So, after returning to Konoha for several months, Tsunade had basically been idle.
She could practically be called a slacker. With Yueshu taking care of her daily life, Tsunade usually just drank tea and slept, living a very leisurely life.
"Then hurry up."
Tsunade replied, then slowly left with light footsteps.
Yueshu took a deep breath, and in a blink, his eyes instantly transformed into the Three-Tomoe Sharingan.
"I almost forgot, I need to cover this up, or it'll be big trouble if someone sees it."
Yueshu's Three-Tomoe Sharingan was currently the most useless thing. The Sharingan was a Bloodline Limit exclusive to the Uchiha Clan. If Yueshu, as an ordinary person, were discovered to have the Sharingan, the trouble would be more than just a little.
"When we go out this time, I'll also look for something to cover it, and find a weapon."
He blinked again, and the blood-red Sharingan reverted to his original black pupils.
After quickly tidying himself up, Yueshu and Tsunade went out together.
"Is there something you want to do? Otherwise, you wouldn't have come out with me."
Walking down the street, Tsunade turned to Yueshu and said.
"Sort of. I want a good weapon."
"A weapon?"
"Something like a blade, of course, preferably a sword."
"Eh? You want to learn swordsmanship? In that case, I suggest you go find Sakumo-senpai; his swordsmanship is very famous."
Yueshu was momentarily stunned. He suddenly remembered the man known as Konoha White Fang. Sakumo Hatake had a sword style called Hatake Sword Style, and he became famous for it, earning him the moniker Konoha White Fang.
It was only now that Yueshu remembered such a prominent figure in his own family. What a waste of resources!
"You can take me to see Hatake-senpai later."
Having made up his mind, Yueshu decided to pay a visit to the renowned Konoha White Fang, whose strength was rumored to be second only to the Hokage.
The two walked all the way to the Hokage Building. With Tsunade leading the way, the Anbu along the path allowed them to pass directly.
Next, Yueshu also met the Third Hokage, who was in his prime, not yet old and powerless as in the original story.
"Tsunade, you're here."
The Third Hokage's spirit seemed excellent, and his voice was very imposing.
"Teacher, is there something you need?"
Tsunade still respected the Third Hokage greatly, which was evident in her words.
"Indeed, there is something."
The Third Hokage looked at Tsunade, and after a while, spoke again.
"I am already aware of your situation. Of course, this isn't to say you did anything wrong; on the contrary, you are Konoha's hero."
The Third Hokage spoke slowly. Tsunade stood before him, her delicate hands clenching slightly.
"Now, you can rest assured and take a good break. You've done more than enough. However, I must reluctantly ask you for one more thing, Teacher."
"Teacher, please say it."
As Tsunade and the Third Hokage conversed, Yueshu, standing by, inwardly exclaimed at the masterfulness.
The Third Hokage's words contained both sympathy and subtle pressure, finally presenting a request. This way, Tsunade would surely not be able to refuse.
Brilliant, truly brilliant.
Yueshu couldn't help but sigh at how deep the waters of politics truly were.
"You are Konoha's best Medical Ninja, bar none. I hope you can teach a child, a child you might even know."
A hint of confusion flashed in Tsunade's eyes. At that moment, the Third Hokage called out.
"Come in."
No sooner had he spoken than a sound came from the doorway. Yueshu and Tsunade both looked behind them.
Short black hair, delicate features, dressed in black, a girl a few years older than Yueshu, looking to be in her teens.
Yueshu knew her, and Tsunade knew her too.
Yueshu turned to look at Tsunade, only to see Tsunade's pupils contract, her mouth trembling uncontrollably, even her hands starting to shake.
Tsunade's breathing grew heavy. Of course, she knew the girl in front of her; this was Shizune, the niece of her first love, Kato Dan.
The moment she saw her, Tsunade recalled the news of the deaths of Kato Dan and her younger brother, Senju Nawaki.
She didn't want to experience that despair again!
A sensation came from her hand. Tsunade gently gasped and looked to the side. Yueshu was looking at her with those bright eyes, his small hand tightly gripping hers.
Nawaki—
Tsunade calmed down. In that instant, she seemed to see Nawaki, and her heart suddenly settled.
This brat.
Tsunade recovered, a slight smile playing on her lips.
"Nice to meet you. I am Shizune. Lady Tsunade, please allow me to learn by your side."
The black-haired girl seemed a bit nervous, her words somewhat faltering.
"Alright."
Tsunade spoke softly. Yueshu holding her hand made her feel very calm at that moment.
"Thank—Thank you very much!"
Shizune's voice carried joy, and the happiness on her small face was evident.
"Then Shizune will be under your care from now on, Tsunade."
The Third Hokage looked at all this and nodded.
"Yes, Teacher."
Replying, Tsunade and Yueshu left the Hokage Office with Shizune.
Afterward, Yueshu was taken by Tsunade to the home of Konoha White Fang.
At this time, Hatake Kakashi had not yet been born, and Sakumo Hatake was still a bachelor. His house was filled with nothing but swords.
After explaining the situation, Sakumo Hatake very cheerfully took Yueshu in, seemingly happy that someone appreciated swordsmanship.
It's worth mentioning that besides this, Sakumo Hatake also gave Yueshu a short sword. The short sword was sixty to seventy centimeters long, neither too long nor too short, but it was sufficient. With this, Yueshu's Swordsmanship Mastery could finally be put to use.
In the time that followed, Yueshu could also consult Sakumo Hatake about swordsmanship. Besides that, Yueshu's home gained a new resident: Shizune came to live with Tsunade and Yueshu, which significantly reduced Yueshu's household chores.
Days at the academy continued one after another, primarily focusing on Kunai usage. The Three Body Technique had not yet been taught. Under Yueshu's guidance, Yueshu and Kushina's relationship grew even stronger, and Minato Namikaze, who often came to hang out, also gradually became closer to Kushina.
Everything was moving steadily, peaceful and beautiful.