Escape from Konoha.

Occasionally after class, he would go to Tsunade's office to ask her about some difficult questions.

Tsunade was naturally happy to teach her this, as such a studious student was a rare find at school.

After class, the other students in the experimental class thought of going to play or go home first, rather than coming over to ask questions.

If Shiraishi's talent hadn't been so mediocre, Tsunade would have considered taking him on as a student.

Diligent, hardworking, and eager to learn, he is practically the perfect student.

Unfortunately, taking on apprentices is not such a casual matter.

Bai Shi called her "teacher," not in the sense of a teacher who followed a direct line of instruction, but out of respect for a pioneer.

Tsunade is able to distinguish this.

It's such a pity that such a diligent and studious student has passed away.

You can't have too high expectations of him, but he won't disappoint either... Tsunade felt that this comment was perfect for Shiraishi himself.

That day, after school, Shiraishi was the first to arrive at the experimental class, waiting for Tsunade to come and teach.

"Excuse me, who are you...?"

When Shiraishi arrived at the classroom, he saw that someone had already gotten there first and was sitting in front of the podium in the chair that belonged to Tsunade.

Shiraishi clearly remembered the faces and names of all the students in the experimental class, but he definitely did not recognize the person in front of him.

He wasn't very old, a little older than me, but he was already wearing a Konoha ninja headband on his forehead, indicating he was a formally registered ninja.

"My name is Senju Nawaki, nice to meet you."

The other person had a bright smile on their face and took the initiative to come over and introduce themselves.

Thousand Hands? Shiraishi's heart skipped a beat.

That's the surname of the First Hokage.

Are the Senju clan members here to see Tsunade-sensei?

While making his own guesses, Shiraishi smiled at Nawaki and said, "Chiba Shiraishi, nice to meet you, Nawaki-senpai."

"I've been following you."

Suddenly, Rope Tree blurted out a sentence.

"Ok?"

"You and Uchiha Ruri are very close, aren't you? She is the most outstanding genius of the Uchiha clan in this generation, and also the opponent I most want to defeat."

Despite saying that, Rope Tree showed no arrogance on his face; his smile remained sunny and confident, as if he was certain of victory.

"Oh, really?"

Shiraishi was a little confused.

"Don't worry, it's just a friendly spar. But I'll wait until she graduates and becomes a genin before we have this match. Please pass on my message to her."

"Oh well."

Sure enough, the other party wasn't interested in him at all.

As a genius, Liuli is indeed a bit too eye-catching.

After all, I'm just an ordinary person, and my strength is probably only slightly better than this senior Nawaki.

Just as Rope Tree was about to continue speaking, the classroom door opened again.

The person who came in was Tsunade.

"elder sister."

Upon seeing Tsunade in person, Nawaki immediately threw himself into her arms like a child.

Shiraishi witnessed the crime scene at the summit of Rope Tree.

I really envy Nawaki-senpai.

I admire Senior Rope Tree even more for having such a loving and compassionate older sister.

However, Shiraishi hadn't expected that Nawaki was Tsunade's younger brother.

"Good afternoon, Tsunade-sensei."

Shiraishi walked over, smiled, bowed, and greeted him.

"It's you, Shiraishi. You come here so early every day."

Tsunade responded to Shiraishi, then helplessly pushed Nawaki out of her arms and scolded him: "Seriously, Nawaki, you're already a genin, don't always rely on your older sister."

"What does it matter? It's been three years since I last saw my sister after she went to the front lines."

Rope Tree has started committing crimes at the peak again.

"Alright, alright, I know. These kids are such a nuisance these days. Hurry up and get out of here, your sister needs to start her lesson soon. Where's Orochimaru? How's he disciplining you, his disciple?"

Tsunade looked annoyed, her fists cracking.

"This has nothing to do with Orochimaru-sensei. Well then, sister, I'll be going now. Oh, and remember, don't secretly drink or act crazy during class, and don't gamble with the students."

"Nawaki, you brat! I'm a Jonin of the village, how could I do something like this!"

Tsunade was so angry that her face turned red, and she almost jumped up and down, especially in front of her own student.

That guy, Rope Tree, is getting more and more disrespectful.

After Nawaki left, Shiraishi stood there awkwardly.

"Um... I think I heard something terrible from Nawaki-senpai. Tsunade-sensei wouldn't be so cruel as to destroy her, would she?"

"What flower are you talking about? Stop being so vain, you're clearly just a weed."

"That's so unfair."

"Listen up, if you dare spread this around, I'll lightly punch you in your own home. Got it?"

Tsunade looked at her with a threatening gaze.

"I understand. Tsunade-sensei is of excellent character, gentle and kind. She would never drink and act crazy when drunk, gamble, or use violence against students without reason. Without a doubt, Tsunade-sensei is the best Jonin in the village, without a doubt."

Shiraishi saw Tsunade's 'kind' expression and nodded in understanding.

Tsunade was pleased with Shiraishi's pragmatic attitude and withdrew her fist.

Shiraishi sighed. Women, ah, what terrifying creatures.

If he had dared to say no just now, his house would have been torn down by Tsunade.

No matter what, the terrifying legends about Tsunade at the Konoha bathhouse persist to this day.

The last person to suffer was probably Jiraiya, a Jonin who was also one of the Legendary Sannin.

However, it wasn't Tsunade who destroyed his house; he was completely dismantled and had to be rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment to survive.

Super-strong female Tyrannosaurus Rex.

"Tsunade-sensei is so terrifying, she must not have a boyfriend, right?"

"What did you say?"

Tsunade's eyes suddenly turned terrifying.

"No, I mean that Tsunade-sensei is so outstanding, there is definitely no man in the village who is worthy of you."

Shiraishi immediately changed his tune.

"I'm sorry, teacher has a boyfriend, and he's very outstanding. He's the kind of man who will become Hokage sooner or later."

As she said this, Tsunade's eyes were filled with tenderness and affection.

Shiraishi was slightly annoyed by the sweetness.

Chapter Twenty-Three: Immortal Arts

The following day, during outdoor class.

"Thousand-handed Rope Tree?"

Hearing this familiar yet somewhat unfamiliar name from Shiraishi, Ruri frowned.

"Yes, I ran into him yesterday afternoon before class in the experimental class. He seemed very interested in beating you."

Shiraishi observed Ruri's facial expressions with great interest, wondering how she would react.

Unfortunately, to Shiraishi's disappointment, Ruri simply nodded indifferently. Too many people wanted to challenge her; she was merely a low-ranking ninja from the Senju clan.

However, the other party is, after all, the grandson of the First Hokage; he should have some skill.

"How strong is he?"

"Maybe a little weaker than me."

"That's definitely a challenger I'm somewhat looking forward to."

Knowing Shiraishi's full strength, Ruri lowered Nawaki's level slightly. Although it was impossible for Nawaki to defeat her, it should be enough to make her feel a little better.

"However, I heard from Senior Nawaki that his teacher, Orochimaru, a Jonin who recently returned to the village, is said to be a genius ninja who comes along only once every few decades. It would be better to be careful then."

"Don't worry, the Jonin who taught me is a highly respected elder in the Uchiha clan. Although he has retired, his experience and understanding of ninjutsu are comparable only to the Third Hokage in Konoha. Moreover, I have the Sharingan and your so-called scientific training method. Give me another two years, and I can even hold my own against a Jonin."

Liuli said confidently.

She's only in fourth grade now, and has two more years until graduation, so she has plenty of time to grow.

Senju Nawaki has considerable connections and resources, but the treatment she enjoys within the Uchiha clan is not necessarily worse than the other party's.

The Uchiha clan has no shortage of powerful Jonin.

"I'm just giving you a little reminder. I have complete faith in you. After all, no one knows what might happen to Senior Nawaki two years from now. The war has just ended, and it's still a bit dangerous to go out on missions."

Shiraishi wasn't cursing Nawaki, but rather that the time immediately after the war might be even more dangerous than during the war itself. Even with the Sannin looking after him, carrying out missions outside was still quite perilous.

"Speaking of which, Nawaki-senpai is the grandson of the First Hokage. Could he have inherited the First Hokage's Wood Release? That's the blood-stained power that pacified the Warring States period."

Shiraishi is considering this.

Upon hearing Shiraishi's words, Ruri replied, "That's impossible. According to the records of our Uchiha clan, among the Senju clan, only the First Hokage has awakened Wood Release."