However, the rewards from Konoha are quite good. Mokgetsu looked at the three scrolls on the table.
Mokgetsu only wanted the Flying Thunder God, but Sarutobi Hiruzen gave Mokgetsu three ninjutsu scrolls in total. The other two are Water Release techniques — one is the Hard Vortex Water Blade and the other is the Celestial Cry. The Water Release scroll includes cultivation experiences written by Senju Tobirama.
Sarutobi Hiruzen said it was because Mokgetsu made a significant contribution to the Ninja Academy that he was given extra rewards.
Even though mastering these two doesn't greatly enhance his abilities, since they were free, Mokgetsu thought it was acceptable.
Because he obtained the Flying Thunder God, Mokgetsu didn't study fuinjutsu or develop his breathing technique that night, but instead spent the entire night learning Flying Thunder God.
"Is the Flying Thunder God too difficult, or do I not have space-time talent?" Mokgetsu pondered while holding the Flying Thunder God scroll.
For Mokgetsu, just achieving an introductory level would be a huge success, but after training all night, he still couldn't see any proficiency in Flying Thunder God on his status panel.
He checked the scroll a few more times before sleeping, recalling how it took Obito and the others several days to show any proficiency when they were practicing their breathing technique. It's normal for difficult ninjutsu to take longer to build proficiency.
Mokgetsu set a timeline for himself: for the next ten days, he would dedicate every night to learning Flying Thunder God. If, after ten days, he still showed no proficiency, he'd allocate a third of his time to cultivate it. If a month passed with no progress, he'd give it up.
Flying Thunder God would indeed enhance his abilities, but it wouldn't be a qualitative leap—it would just make things more convenient.
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"Teacher Mokgetsu, is there anything dirty on me?" Nohara Rin lowered her head to check her clothing.
"No, you don't have to be so nervous. Didn't you already meet her once before?" Mokgetsu replied with a smile.
While testing his Byakugan abilities, he unexpectedly discovered that Tsunade had returned to the village. To help Nohara Rin grow better, Mokgetsu decided to invite Tsunade to teach Nohara Rin for a while.
Even though Mokgetsu had teaching skills that could accelerate his disciples' learning, ultimately, he was just a transmigrator, unfamiliar with much of the medical knowledge in the Ninja World. Meanwhile, as the current strongest medical ninja, Tsunade's expertise was unparalleled.
"After all, it's Lady Tsunade." With Mokgetsu's reassurance, Nohara Rin felt a bit relieved and looked expectantly.
Tsunade was truly Nohara Rin's ideal self: powerful in medical ninjutsu and had impressive combat abilities, preventing her from being a burden in battles.
Even before meeting Mokgetsu, Nohara Rin greatly admired Tsunade. Therefore, even though she'd already dined with Tsunade, brought by Mokgetsu, she still felt a little nervous.
"If everything goes smoothly, you'll see her often for a long period." Mokgetsu cheerfully mentioned.
Nohara Rin nodded expectantly. Although she liked Mokgetsu a lot, learning from an idol was a unique experience.
Mokgetsu expertly led Nohara Rin to Tsunade's courtyard.
"Lady Tsunade, are you home?" Mokgetsu knocked and asked.
The door was quickly opened, not by Tsunade, but by Shizune.
"Teacher Mokgetsu." Shizune greeted Mokgetsu with a pleasantly surprised expression.
Mokgetsu responded with a warm smile and nodded, noticing Tsunade lying on the sofa without any regard for her image.
"Did Lady Tsunade work late last night? She looks quite tired." Nohara Rin asked curiously upon seeing Tsunade inside.
"Uh, well... yes." Shizune hesitated but eventually decided to cover for Tsunade.
She believed it was best for both sides: preserving Tsunade's dignity and ensuring Rin wasn't disillusioned with her idol.
"You've completed your task and returned. I've been craving beggar's chicken today." Tsunade wanted to order a special dish.
After returning from the capital of the Land of Fire, she hadn't even gone home, directly bringing Shizune to find Mokgetsu, only to discover that Mokgetsu was on a mission.
"Beggar's chicken is fine; I'll have a shadow clone go buy the ingredients later." Mokgetsu nodded and agreed, then led Nohara Rin to the sofa beside Tsunade.
The presence of Nohara Rin didn't change Tsunade's behavior; she remained sprawled on the sofa, unconcerned with appearances.
"As expected of Lady Tsunade, always striving even at her current position." Nohara Rin imagined Tsunade's late-night working state.
Shizune quickly brewed tea and served cups to each of the three of them.
"Lady Tsunade, do you remember what we discussed earlier?" Mokgetsu accepted a cup, thanked her softly, and brought up Rin's learning matter.
"You mean having her learn from me for a while?" Tsunade recalled and replied.
Mokgetsu had mentioned it after the Chunin Examination, but she had to go out at the time, so it was postponed.
"Let's first see what she's learned from you." Tsunade didn't immediately agree, adjusting her posture slightly to send Shizune to the courtyard for a live fish.
Tsunade casually took out a kunai, made a long slash on the fish's body, and placed the fish in front of Nohara Rin.
"Try healing it with your medical ninjutsu." Tsunade said, arms crossed.
Nohara Rin nodded, extending her hands. A green healing glow quickly bloomed in her palms. Under the Mystical Palm Jutsu, the fish's wound healed rapidly, leaving no scars, as though it had never been injured.
But Tsunade's test wasn't over. She continued to test Nohara Rin's detoxification skills and healing limits.
The continuous testing consumed a lot of Rin's Chakra. She panted slightly, feeling a bit nervous, unsure whether her performance impressed Tsunade.
She had only been a ninja for months, learning solely from Mokgetsu, having never exchanged skills with other medical ninjas, uncertain if her current skills were average or exceptional among her peers.
"Rin has a promising talent in medical ninjutsu and studies diligently." Mokgetsu praised after the testing ended.
Nohara Rin felt slightly more confident, instinctively glancing at Tsunade.
"I can tell, having such skills at her age is rare." Tsunade acknowledged Rin's medical ninjutsu skills.
In medical ninjutsu, Tsunade didn't believe anyone in the Ninja World understood it better.
Plus, Tsunade wasn't new to teaching; a simple comparison yielded results: she'd been teaching Shizune for almost a year, yet Shizune's medical skills were currently inferior to Rin's.
Shizune and Rin graduated together. Such a disparity suggested two possibilities: Rin possessed exceptional medical talent, or Mokgetsu's teaching was superior.
Before meeting Mokgetsu, Tsunade would've believed Rin's talent was extraordinary, but now she couldn't be sure.
Nohara Rin couldn't help but beam with joy. Being praised by her idol was immensely gratifying.
"By the way, you should've also learned Monster Strength from Mokgetsu. Let's see it in action." Tsunade mentioned, recalling Rin's Chunin Examination performance.
Nohara Rin promptly agreed, but knowing Monster Strength wasn't suitable indoors, the group moved to the courtyard.
Under Tsunade's watchful gaze, Nohara Rin took a deep breath, focused her Chakra into her hands, and unleashed it instantly.
Boom!
With a loud crash, the ground she struck cracked open, the area four meters wide covered in fractures.
Shizune's mouth slightly agape, witnessing Monster Strength's destructive power for the first time, as Tsunade hadn't demonstrated it in front of her.
The force was astounding; despite having a similar stature, Nohara Rin could shatter the ground with a single blow.
"Well, Mokgetsu, it truly mirrors my Monster Strength." Tsunade raised an eyebrow and remarked.
Nohara Rin, not understanding why Tsunade suddenly brought up Mokgetsu, stood puzzled.
However, Tsunade's sense of direction was so short that Mokgetsu saw it instantly and directly asked, "What dish would you like?"
"Add spicy chicken to tonight's dinner!" Tsunade promptly requested.