Sasuke and Neji Hyuga exchanged glances, both understanding.
Actually, they also wanted to be Special Jonin temporarily, because they didn't think they were better than Tenten, and their pride was also very strong.
However, they had a reason to be thick-skinned, simply because being a Jonin made it easier to do some things.
For example, Neji Hyuga could travel more conveniently and have more time to investigate the history of the Hyuga Clan. Sasuke, on the other hand, wanted to use the convenience of his status to investigate information about Tailed Beasts. He wanted to become a Jinchuriki.
In Sasuke's opinion, it wasn't easy to evolve the Sharingan into the Mangekyo Sharingan, so he couldn't use the Susanoo for the time being.
But if he became a Jinchuriki and could undergo Tailed Beasts transformation, it would actually be no different from a Susanoo, and his Chakra would be enormous, allowing him to compete with Itachi Uchiha.
This was his chance for revenge, and he would do it even if he had to be thick-skinned!
Another point was that official Jonin could take on A-Rank and S-Rank missions more conveniently, and they still wanted to visit the Senju Library!
Tsunade continued: "Effective immediately, the temporary Genin class is disbanded, and the original team structure is restored. You should train hard from now on. There might be a big mission soon!"
A big mission?
Everyone looked at each other, not quite able to guess, but all filled with anticipation.
However, Natsuki, Kakashi Hatake, and some other informed individuals could guess that they were preparing to deal with Orochimaru.
This matter had been discussed long ago. At that time, Tsunade sent Natsuki to investigate Orochimaru's lair, and they hadn't taken action since then, waiting for this day.
Now, the Village had added many Chunin, and the Genin who had just graduated from the academy had also been trained, significantly increasing the Village's strength.
Furthermore, Chakra batteries are also being produced in large quantities, allowing more Jonin and Chunin to be equipped. It seems the time is approaching, but we must first eliminate the threat of Orochimaru.
As for the Akatsuki, their target is the tailed beasts Jinchuriki, so we only need to keep a close eye on Naruto.
Tsunade didn't say much about this, only dismissing everyone for now.
But no sooner had everyone left than someone appeared at the window.
"They've really grown up, these kids...~ !" a white-haired old man sighed emotionally.
"Jiraiya, you can use the main door," Tsunade opened the window.
"Hahaha, the heroic Jiraiya, it's the same no matter where I enter! Besides, secretly watching you work diligently from the window is quite nice!"
Jiraiya said, then flipped into the office.
Hearing this, Tsunade's expression was a little unnatural, and she changed the subject, saying, "What brings you back so suddenly?"
Jiraiya immediately became serious as well: "I've heard about everything. I've also been investigating the Akatsuki, but with little success. The only thing I know is that the Akatsuki is indeed powerful."
Tsunade didn't speak, just pulled out a few scrolls and threw them to Jiraiya.
Jiraiya was puzzled but still opened them and looked, then revealed an expression of disbelief: "Where did all this intelligence come from?"
Tsunade put her hands on her hips: "I sent Natsuki to investigate!"
"That kid?"
Jiraiya clicked his tongue in wonder, "I used many methods, but I rarely found intelligence related to the Akatsuki. I didn't expect the kid Natsuki to find so much, even knowing that the Akatsuki's base is in the Rain Country. Impressive, impressive. You can't help but admit you're getting old. This world will ultimately belong to the younger generation!"
Tsunade looked directly at Jiraiya: "Many methods? Your method is to go drinking at a pleasure house?"
Jiraiya's mouth opened slightly, his face a little red, not daring to meet Tsunade's gaze.
Tsunade continued: "Natsuki has indeed grown up. His abilities in all aspects are very reliable, and he can be said to be extremely trustworthy. However, he warned me in the end not to send anyone to the Rain Country to investigate casually, not even you. Jiraiya, don't you dare secretly go to the Rain Country behind my back!"
She said this specifically.
In fact, she was worried that Jiraiya would privately go to the Rain Country to investigate.
Jiraiya had always been a lone wolf, acting on his own. For a bit of intelligence, he dared to venture into dangerous places alone, believing he could turn peril into safety with his own abilities.
But the past is the past, and now is now.
This Akatsuki organization gives off a very dangerous feeling. Even an expert like Natsuki is extremely wary of entering the Rain Country, so Tsunade naturally wouldn't allow Jiraiya to go.
Jiraiya became even more cautious now: "That serious? Is there a place that I, Toad Sage Jiraiya, cannot go?"
Tsunade stared him down: "Without my permission, you are not allowed to go! Understand?"
"Cough, cough! Alright, alright, I definitely won't go secretly."
Jiraiya weakly promised and returned the scrolls to Tsunade, changing the subject, "Actually, the main reason I came back this time is that I want to take Naruto away for a few years."
Tsunade paused: "Take Naruto away?"
Jiraiya nodded: "Exactly! Naruto has always been unable to control the Nine-Tails' power; this is an unstable factor. Furthermore, he is constantly being targeted by the Akatsuki. In the future, it won't be convenient for you to assign him missions, nor can you keep him confined in the Village forever. Therefore, he needs to gain control of the Nine-Tails' power and become a powerful fighting force so that he won't fear the Akatsuki's threat."
Tsunade understood: "...You want to teach him yourself?"
"Hahaha! Besides me, you wouldn't feel comfortable letting anyone else teach him, right?"
Jiraiya's words resonated with Tsunade.
Naruto's Nine-Tails is an unstable factor. To control the Nine-Tails' power, this power must be drawn out, but drawing it out comes with risks and requires a strong person to suppress it. Moreover, this matter cannot be done in the Village, nor can it let the Akatsuki hear any whispers.
The best method is still for Jiraiya to take Naruto to train.
Furthermore, Jiraiya can find a good place, like Mount Myōboku, where the Akatsuki cannot easily find them!
Tsunade pondered for a moment, then nodded in agreement: "Alright! I agree to this matter. Naruto will be entrusted to you to take for training. However, you must give me a specific timeframe so I can make arrangements."
Jiraiya stroked his chin: "That's true. Then let's say two years."
Actually, taking Naruto away at this time is quite a bit later than in the original work. In the original work, Naruto left with Jiraiya much earlier and had no chance to participate in the Chunin Exams.
However, that was because, in the original work, Naruto experienced a parting of life and death with Sasuke, and the Nine-Tails' power was very unstable, which is why Jiraiya hastily took him away to train. But now, because of Natsuki's appearance, Sasuke has no intention of leaving, so Naruto doesn't get entangled, and the Nine-Tails' power is naturally not as volatile.
Therefore, Jiraiya delayed quite a bit of time. He only thought of taking Naruto away now because the Akatsuki members have appeared.
Given Naruto's impulsive personality, it's unlikely you can confine and protect him. Rather than doing that, it's better to train him and make him stronger so he can mess around as he pleases.
Having received Tsunade's agreement, Jiraiya immediately went to find Naruto.
Naruto was just immersed in the joy of Team Seven's restoration and was even thinking of going on a date with Sakura, but he didn't expect to be taken away by the Pervy Sage.