In the classroom.
"Hey, Yoichi... There is a thing that I would like to ask you for a long time..." Tsunade tilted her head and glanced at Yoichi with yearning in her eyes.
"Hmm?" Yoichi raised an eyebrow, peeking at Tsunade's pretty profile.
"I want to learn... Martial Arts with you! If not, then pretend you didn't hear it. Hmph!" Seeing Yoichi's innocent expression, Tsunade felt like punching the face of this clueless boy.
"Huh? Martial Arts? What is that? Is that a book about something, Yoichi?" Jiraiya — the ever-ignorant boy, nudged Yoichi's ribs with his elbow, throwing a knowing look at Yoichi.
On the side, although Orochimaru was looking at the teacher, his ears were perked up and truly interested in this "Martial Arts" they were talking about.
"You could learn it from me, sure. But I need some time to procure the training methods later on. Look, this is how tedious the process is — Are you truly prepared to endure pain?"
Agreeing instantly, Yoichi rolled his bandage which revealed the calluses and scars he sustained throughout his practice. Noticing the numerous wounds in his forearms and hands, the three fell silent until Jiraiya's eyes shone radiantly with a smile.
"I can definitely tolerate that! If you all don't know, I'm the strongest in the orphanage!" Cheekily smiling with his chest puffed out, Jiraiya took on the challenge without a shred of hesitation in his eyes.
As for Tsunade, she's a girl and girls were really careful about their physical impression while Orochimaru fell into reflection, figuring out how to balance which was the powerful between Martial Arts and Ninjutsu his imaginary scale.
"As rigorous the practice is, the promising its result. I know you — "
"Don't underestimate this princess! I'm also going to learn this thing no matter what!"
Yoichi wanted to explain but Tsunade's eyes became certain about her decision. In her mind, she had the inherent physical gift just like her grandfather, and this technique could be considered a great way to utilize her advantage in her sentiment.
Furthermore, she didn't want to let Jiraiya beat her — she has a fiery and competitive spirit, after all.
"I'm in... I just wanted to see what's truly the efficient procedure to gain strength..." Unable to balance the two in his mind, Orochimaru's raspy voice also decided to comprehend the said Martial Arts techniques.
The intricacies of Martial Arts stemmed from the fact that this particular practice was the same as Taijutsu. The Chakra flow within a human's body will be chaotic and volatile as soon as an individual practices the Martial Arts techniques which were antithetical to how Ninjutsu was operated.
Ninjutsu requires the Refined Chakra to be kneaded into a nature that the user imagines. How to refine the chakra? By learning how to control the Chakra within an individual's body.
With one foot into the unknown lands, Yoichi gradually grasped the problems and understood that he couldn't learn other Ninjutsu in the process of his Martial Arts journey.
First, it was a waste of time trying to micromanage both techniques at the same time. Second, he has a dedicated Martial Arts System unlike the other three. Third, this practice could be regarded as revolutionary in the Shinobi World and Yoichi wanted to propagate these lands with his knowledge in Martial Arts.
After he stated all the underlying aspects of the Martial Arts, the three nodded in acknowledgment. Even though 4 of them were in the class session, they have their own world of their own — listening to Yoichi's whispers with concentration.
"Based on your explanations, we can only have one Martial Arts base technique — So when are you going to teach us?" Tsunade's face twinkled as her head was tilted, looking at Yoichi's profile with undisguised desire.
"Not now... As I said, I needed more time to procure them. Face on the blackboard before the instructor gets infuriated."
Listening to Yoichi's remarks, Tsunade huffed and puffed her cheeks, displeased until she glanced at the blackboard.
I've been hearing your nonsensical ramblings at the start and now you want to pay attention to my words as if nothing ever happened? This child...
Upon hearing Yoichi's comments, the instructor couldn't help but shake his head as his eyebrows twitched in disbelief.
For a while, the four children compressed into a three-person seat listened and learned about the general information as well as the refinement process of the Chakra.
However, the teaching curriculum focused more on theory rather than practical. In Yoichi's reflection, it was understandable for the teaching programs to be quite rudimentary.
After all, fundamentals were truly one of the best foundations for the kids' proper growth and future evolution.
"Class dismissed! Yoichi..." Soon, the instructor took his teaching manual and looked at Yoichi with a complex expression on his face.
"I'm coming!" Hearing the instructor's call, Yoichi stood up and slowly stretched his body, unhurriedly walking down to the podium.
While the instructor and Yoichi came out, the three went on their way on the training grounds and casually talked about things, dreams, or hobbies.
As for Yoichi's condition, they weren't worried since it was merely a one-sided stomp and his particular case wasn't astronomical or traitorous.
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"I heard you made a commotion right at the start of the academic year...1st offense, kid. Two more offenses and you're out! Understand?"
The director set down his teacup and peeked at the child with anger written in his face. Although he knew the fact that the Uchiha boy started the verbal insult, this problem might have been resolved through diplomatic talks or ignorance.
But Yoichi smashed that opportunity like a fragile glass and the director couldn't resist glaring at the assailant with dominance, feeling that his authority as a headmaster was being jeopardized by a goddamn brat.
Furthermore, this information became widespread. From teachers, shinobi guards, to the ANBU operatives — it was truly like an epidemic through word of mouth.
"This incident should be the first and the last time, Yoichi. Get out!"
As the headmaster made a directive, Yoichi sauntered out of the office and went to the training grounds casually, minding this decision until he tossed these thoughts to the back of his head.
That director was way too careful about how to approach this incident... Oh well, I guess it'll be the last time.
Yoichi thought as the wide panoramic view of the training ground soon filled his eyes with its vibrant and vigorous atmosphere, sensing the gentle winds with its carefree, effusive force.
"Yoichi! Come on here! I saw some pretty girls near our classroom." Jiraiya's boisterous yet perverted smile soon earned flashes of disgust amongst the girls around him.
"Ugh! Don't ever try and talk to me again." Tsunade backed away from Jiraiya with undisguised disdain.
"What do you mean? Aren't we just talking right now?" With Jiraiya's teasing smile came the punch of love from Tsunade's almighty fist, resulting in another comical bump on his head.
Instead of mingling the two, Orochimaru enjoyed the winds and minded his own business rather than a pointless talk, a thing he didn't want to have in his life.
"Listen up! Now, let's begin the taijutsu combat practice! As soon as I call your name, go in front and make a Seal of Reconciliation — a rightful respect for the sparring match."
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(Current Progress)
[Heavenly Demon Posture: (Great Success) 474/500]
[Mountain Crushing Fist: (Small Success) 59/300]
[Lightning Spear Thrust: (Small Success) 35/300]
[Phantom Steps: (Small Success) 80/300]
[Secret Technique: Face Changing (Entry) 3/100]
[Tickets: 1 Prismatic, 0 Gold, 4 Silver.]
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