At the hospital.
Dante walked inside with Kakashi.
Kakashi walked up to a receptionist and spoke to her.
I need a list of the most severely injured ninja.
The receptionist didn't argue with him, he was wearing his anbu uniform.
Dante was looking around. Nothing out of the ordinary. Regular plain hospital, heavy antiseptic smell and busy doctors ond nurses scuttling about.
Kakashi returned with a paper in hand.
Ok, this way.
The walked to the intensive care units. There were five ninja in separate rooms, but they were all heavily bandage and appeared to be unconscious.
Kakashi led him to the first room. We'll start with this guy.
He didn't give any information about the ninja laying on the bed.
Dante looked at him and used Regen.
As the healing started, the ninja let out moans of relief.
Dante waited till the pale green aura went away and used it again.
Kakashi, I don't know if there are side effects for using this jutsu on someone repeatedly.
That's alright, just keep using it. If there are side effects, I can't imagine they'll be worse than what these guys are currently experiencing.
Dante kept using Regen on the ninja. After the tenth Regen he stopped.
Kakashi, can't we get all these guys in the same room? It's gonna take forever if I have to heal them one by one, and I have other things to do.
Too bad, we can't just move these guys around they aren't in a good condition to do that.
Ok, then how will we know when they are healed enough? With them being covered in bandages.
I suppose you keep healing until they open their eyes.
Then we can ask them how they feel.
Dante returned to using Regen on the ninja.
After some time and a repeatedly using Regen on the ninja, he woke up.
Kakashi was surprised for a split moment.
This ninja was sure to die, all they could do was put him to sleep and ease his suffering.
Now Dante had healed this ninja from the brink of death.
Kakashi went out into the hallway and returned with a doctor.
Dizzo, can you hear me asked the doctor.
The ninja named Dizzo tried to speak. His voice was dry from sleeping for a couple days.
After a couple secondhe asked.
What's going on? Am I dead yet?
No, Dizzo you're not dead.
How can this be? My injuries, I'm a medical ninja. I know the injuries I had weren't going to heal. How am I healed? Is lady Tsunade here? Did she heal me? That must be it, otherwise it would be impossible for me to be healed.
Dizzo, focus. I need you to tell us how you feel.
Do you feel any discomfort or anything odd?
How about your injuries? Are you still in pain?
Huh?
Discomfort?
My ribs are still broken, but not shattered anymore. They hurt, but not like before. My arms aren't broken anymore, still fractured in many places.
I have a headache, but it's not too bad.
My legs don't feel broken anymore. They feel bruised. I think I can walk, with some slight pain.
I don't feel any pain from my organs, it's like they regenerated completely.
I am feeling really hungry, like I haven't eaten in months.
Dizzo, I'm going to take off some bandages, to inspect your injuries. If the pain is too much just let me know.
The doctor started taking off bandages, the more he took off the bloodier they got.
By the time he got to the last layer, the bandages were completely wet with blood.
The doctor grabbed a wet towel and started cleaning Dizzo.
Underneath the blood, his cuts and stabs were closing up. They looked like Dizzo had been healing for months, not days.
Kakashi and the doctor were amazed, they had never seen someone recover so quickly.
Looks like there aren't any serious side effects from your jutsu Dante.
You can keep going Dante said Kakashi.
Dante used Regen a couple more times.
The doctor had stepped out to get some food for Dizzo.
Kakashi then stopped Dante.
He had noticed Dizzo's face was starting to get pale and his face and body were getting thinner.
The doctor stepped inside soon after and gave the food to Dizzo.
Dizzo took down the food within three minutes.
The doctor noticed Dizzo's pale complexion and reduced weight.
Doctor I need more, I'm still starving.
I see, looks like that's all the healing fo Dizzo said Kakashi.
Dante, your jutsu is using nutrients in the body to heal.
Looks like it starts with muscle and fat to heal. If we continue we could end up killing him from starvation. Or even worse, your jutsu could start using his life force to heal.
I agree, that's enough healing for me. Besides I think I can recover naturally from here, once I replenish my body said Dizzo.
Let's go Dante, there are others who also need your jutsu.
Alright Kakashi.
Just as Dante was walking out of Dizzo's ICU room he heard Dizzo speak.
Thanks kid, I owe you one. For saving my life.
Dante nodded and walked out and followed Kakashi to the next room.
Inside the room it was similar to Dizzo.
Another ninja wrapped in bandages.
Dante walked inside and started using Regen.
After repeating the same process for the remainder four ninja in the ICU rooms, Dante felt like he still had a good amount of chakra left, more than half his total.
Kakashi is this all? Or are there less injured ninja the hokage wants me to heal?
These where the most urgent cases. There are many other non fatally injured ninja.
How about we gather some. We can speed up the process if a few of them are moved to the same room.
I still have plenty of chakra, but the overall healing for them will be lower if there are too many.
Alright wait here, I'll go gather the ones that can move around.
Kakashi left the room and a while later ninja started walking in or were being carried.
There were ten, all with differing injuries.
None were life threatening, but if they weren't treated they would take a long time to recover.
If a ninja was injured, they would be payed a small fee from the village.
It wasn't anywhere near as much as they made from one single C-Rank mission.
Most older ninja had families. Doing high paying missions like escorts or infiltration missions was how they ensured their families didn't starve and in some cases even thrived.
Not to mention being a ninja was expensive.
Hospital fees, weapons, chakra pills, training grounds fees, and you could even buy some jutsu with money.
Dante was initially going to heal the ninja the hokage wanted, but he thought about what Dizzo said.
Dizzo was a high level chunin, maybe even a jonin, and he was a medical ninja.
To have someone like that owe him one was never a bad thing.
So Dante decided he would heal more ninja.
They would remember him in the future, his horns assured that and at the same time he would be paid for every ninja he healed.
Some more time passed, the sun was setting.
All the ninja Dante had healed walked out of the room.
Even the ninja with broken legs walked out, like their legs were never broken to begin with.
As they left Dante told them to have big meals for the next couple days.
They nodded and walked out, a couple of them told Dante to call for them if he ever needed help.
They were all chunin, not a single jonin was there. It was rare for jonin to be injured on missions. They either came back with slight injuries or didn't come back at all.
Most of the injured ninja were chunin and gennin.
Kakashi was there with Dante, through out the whole day.
Dante suspected he was the anbu in charge of his surveillance. Otherwise why would he remain in the hospital, just observing. (More like reading make out paradise).
Kakashi my chakra reserves are at about twenty five percent and it's getting late.
Alright kid, you can head home.
I'll inform the hokage about your extra credit.
Expect your payment by tomorrow.
Kakashi put away his book and walked out.
Dante waited a moment before leaving.
Outside on the streets.
Dante walked around, smelling the food from restaurants and food stalls. His stomach was growling, he only ate small snacks in the hospital.
Hey kid!
Dante heard a man yelling, he looked to his right.
Come here, join us for dinner, on us of course.
Dante walked over curious who called him over
Inside the restaurant Oki was sitting with other Akimichi clans men. They were all tall and fat.
Go ahead Dante order whatever you want.
Oki, I wouldn't want to intrude. Dante tried to refuse.
Hahaha. Come on Dante you know you'd be doing us a favor by sitting with us.
Our clan leader already told us about you, he wants to find a way to draw you in, towards our clan.
I imagine the other clans are doing the same. So just sit down, let's eat and talk.
This is Kerk and Gris, both jonin from our clan.
Order up kid, let's see what you got. How about we have an eating competition? Said Kerk.
Gris looked at Dante and nodded. That's an impressive physique, and you're tall for your age. Taller than most Akimichi. Said Gris.
Since they were all friendly, Dante would be the same.
Alright let's have this competition then.
I recently had a growth spurt, after I ate at Oki's house....
They all laughed.
Haha you guys should have seen how small he was before.
They all ordered multiple dishes and talked about Dantes appearance. Dante told them he was born in the land of demons and he was born with horns. He told them his parents made their way to konoha when he was still a baby and he told them how they died.
That's rough kid, most people born outside a hidden village or a protected village have tough lives. Said Kerk.
Well your in konoha now and thats all that matters, once you graduate from the academy, you'll be granted full citizenship in konoha and the land of fire. Said Gris.
Oki then spoke.
Dante, you know if you join our clan we can protect you and fund your ninja career.
Dante got serious.
Oki, I appreciate the food and conversation, but I'm not ready to join any clan.
Yeah I know, but I have to ask. Our clan heads orders.
It's alright Oki, I understand.
And just because I'm not ready to join a clan, that doesn't mean we can't come to some sort of arrangement, or deal.
What kind of deal or arrangement? The clans want you for your bloodline.
Not your ninja strength, hahaha.
They all laughed, and Dante laughed with them.
That's funny Oki, but are your sure that will always be the case?
Maybe not, but your bloodline is what's most valuable about you right now.
What about my healing jutsu? Doesn't your clan know about that?
We do, and we also know you don't know how to teach it.
That's true, but don't you have ninja who suffered career ending injuries?
I'm not sure if my healing jutsu can heal them back to 100%, but it could help.
That is true, I do remember you our healing jutsu did have some sort of effect on healing damaged bodies.
If I remember correctly it heals bones, muscles and nerves to some degree.
I can work with that, I'll inform Choza about your offer.
He'll want to have a conversation with you, regarding this deal.
Well that's fine by me, but wouldn't it be better if I just met with Choza, Inoichi and Shikaku at the same time?
I'm sure they all want to speak to me.
Haha, I'll relay your request.
I'll come see you with a response.
Ok, thanks for the food guys, and thanks for the fun time.
They all nodded.
Kerk and Gris walked got up and walked away first.
As Oki payed the bill he and Dante walked out.
Oh yeah, Oki feel free to send Woll over to my house.
I remember Haro told me he was injured, I'll heal him for free. That way he can tell how effective my Regen is.
I appreciate it Dante, I'll have him head over tomorrow morning.
I'll see you later, and thanks for the opportunity Dante.
What opportunity? I was just eating and conversating with some kind hearted people.
Besides, it's better if I have to deal with someone I know.
They walked out together and parted ways.
Dante walked home.
He entered his house and looked in the kitchen, the damage wasn't completely fixed, but it looked like it would take one more day.
He walked to the master bedroom and noticed all the damage was fixed.
Looks like they prioritized my room and they got me a new bed.
I'll take a shower first, then I'll spend some time on training the leaf concentration exercise.
As Dante was in bathroom, he heard a knock coming from his front door.
Dante walked out of his bathroom, he had only taken off his shirt, before he heard the knock. He made his way to the front door, opening it he saw Tyr, Setto and Sona.
Hey kid.
What's going on everyone.
Hi Dante, thank you for saving us yesterday said Sona.
Dante thanks for the help yesterday, we would be dead if not for you said Setto.
Thanks for the healing kid, I would be out of commission if you didn't heal me. The kitchen will be fixed tomorrow.
The only side effect I felt since you healed me up was an increase in appetite.
You're all welcome, I got a new house for helping, so I can't complain.
Actually Tyr, I was at the hospital healing ninja. I head some ninja that were in the ICU. I must have used Regen on them thirty to fifty times. After using it on them that many times they got noticably pale, and their bodies started using their fat and muscles to heal them.
They weren't too bothered by it, since if I hadn't healed them they knew they would be dead but they would still be out for a couple of weeks to recover their previous strength.
I see, good thing my injuries weren't as severe as the ICU patients.
Well, come on in guys.
No need, we only came to thank you. Besides you don't have any furniture haha.
Yeah Dante, invite us over whenever you get some said Sona.
We can get you some if you want said Setto.
It's alright Setto, I can manage that on my own.
I'll be sure to invite you guys whenever I get some.
Anyways Dante we'll be next door, if you need anything.
Ok, see you two at the academy tomorrow.
Also everyone make sure you keep eating big meals. I don't know for how long, but it's better to be safe than for you to lose some strength.
At that they all left and Dante closed the door.
He then went to take a shower.
After his shower, he trained the leaf concentration exercise for a couple hours.
In the morning.
Dante woke up as usual, he still only had on shirt and pair of pants that fit him, so he would wear them again.
At the academy he walked in the classroom. He saw Take and they others.
None of them approached him, Setto was sitting with some civilian kids.
Sona was sitting with Sora and Megumi.
As Dante was going to walk over to Setto, the teacher walked in. He was earlier than usual.
Everyone, I have something new to say so we'll be starting a bit earlier today.
Dante walked back to his usual seat. Everyone also went to their seats.
The hokage is implementing a new program, Sora come up and grab these papers and pass them around.
Once Dante got the paper he started reading.
Oh, the hokage works fast. I thought I would have to wait another day or two.
The teacher waited some time before speaking again.
As you all read. You all can apply for the new program.
If you do apply, you'll have to take an extra test at the end of the month.
If you wish to apply come up to me during this week. I'll give you an armband, you may only wear it in the arm. It'll be used as a way for ninja to know you are part of this program. If you do not wear it, no ninja will be able to take you out on missions. Additional, you will all be limited to the land of fire.
During this period you will all be responsible for finding ninja to take you out.
Any questions?
Yes teacher, a civilian kid said. His name was Drew, he had brown spikey hair with dark brown eyes.
It says here there will be rewards at graduation. What kind of rewards?
You will have to find out.
Teacher how are we supposed to get ninja to take us out? Another student asked.
That's part of the program, you will have to figure it out.
How come my clan can't take me out teacher?
If your clan takes you out, it wouldn't be a true experience. Once you are ninja, you will have to work with people outside of your clans.
If we apply, will we be able to go out of the academy on missions today? Asked Dante.
Yes, I have armbands ready.
After that question no one else asked anything.
Alright if you're applying to the program, stay here and if you aren't, you are free to go train.
Half the civilian kids left and none of the clan kids left.
One by one come up. Take this paper home and have your parents sign it and take an armband. If your parents refuse to sign, you will have to give the armband back and you won't be able to go out.
Dante went up and grabbed an armband, he didn't grab a paper since his parents were dead.
Teacher Lanko didn't say anything.
Once Dante got his armband, he went outside.
He was eager to get a mission, after all he needed keys to enter dungeons.
First Dante headed to the hokage tower to get a mission, he would check if he can get a D-Rank mission and do it solo.
At the hokage tower Dante walked inside and headed to a receptionist.
My name is Dante, I'm participating in the new academy program. I'm here for a D-Rank mission.
Ok, let's see. Oh Dante, looks like you have permission to do D-Rank missions by yourself.
These are the available missions.
1. Find lost cat
2. Clean warehouse
3. Pick up trash around the village
4. Help clear field
D-Rank missions were more like chores. They were easy but time consuming and they didn't pay much.
Can I take multiple?
You can but they all have to be completed today, otherwise they will be marked as failed.
Ok, I understand. I'll take the list cat and clean warehouse.
Find the cat Tora and return it to the client Madam Shijimi.
The other client is Amaki Yamanaka, she owns a shop and wants someone to clean her warehouse. Her shop is located near the Yamanaka clan compound.
Ok, thanks.
Dante then ran out and headed to the Yamanaka clan compound, he would clean the warehouse first.
While running Dante payed attention to the cats. He already knew what the cat looked like. It was brown with black stripes and it was wearing a red bow on its head.
As Dante kept running he spotted it.
It must be my lucky day.... Dante quickly turned to where he saw the cat.
The cat noticed him and started running away.
It was fast, but Dante was even faster. After five minutes of chasing the cat behind alleys and over fences, Dante was able to catch it.
Once caught he decided to head back to turn it in.
At the hokage tower Dante turned in the cat and completed the mission.
D-Rank mission complete.
Reward: Zombie apocalypse dungeon key.
Dante heard the system for the first time in a while.
Here is your reward.
Dante also got the reward from the client.
200$.
Dante took it without complaints.
After he pocketed the cash, he ran towards the Yamanaka compound.
Once he was near the Yamanaka compound, he asked around for Amaki's store.
After a couple of cold shoulders and curses, someone finally gave him directions.
He followed the directions and found the place.
He went inside the shop, it looks like she sells dresses.
Hello Miss Amaki, I'm here for the mission to clean your warehouse.
Come to the back!.
Dante walked to the back, there he saw an older woman moving boxes around.
She had light brown hair and green eyes.
When she turned around she yelled in surprise.
Ahhhhh!!!
I'm here for the mission....
Oh right, sorry about that you're scary looking.
I need you to move all these boxes upstairs and into the second room.
I'll be at the front counter if you need anything.
Dante looked around the room was about 30x30 and there were a lot of boxes to move. This is gonna take a while. Good thing I didn't accept any other missions.
Getting started Dante picked up a box, it wasn't heavy so he stacked them up and carried a couple at a time. He didn't stack too many otherwise he wouldn't be able to get out of the door.
After a couple hours Dante finally finished.
He headed back to the hokage tower with a completion note.
On his way back he saw other students around the village.
Looks like they're all trying to convince ninja to take them along on missions.
At the hokage tower there were some ninja there with students.
Walking up to a receptionist, he gave her the completion note.
After she confirmed it Dante heard the system.
D-Rank mission complete.
Reward: Zombie apocalypse dungeon key.
Hmm, two D-Rank missions for two zombie apocalypse keys. Is that the only reward or is it the most common.... Dante thought to himself.
The zombie apocalypse dungeon wasn't bad at all, especially if he could get more jutsu from it. The only issue was it only gave one stat in all stats for an S+ clear.
I wonder what kinds of rewards I'll get.
I don't think I'll get exp orbs anymore, since I can't interact with exp anymore.
Excuse me... Will you be taking another mission?
Dante snapped out of his thoughts.
Yes, what C-Rank missions are available?
1. Escort merchant to nearby village and back.
2. Exterminate bandits
3. Patrol the border west that connects to the hidden rain village
Can I ask for details about where the merchant is going and where the bandit extermination is located?
Yes, the merchant is North East to a village called Telen, and the bandit extermination actually came as a request from the same village.
What's the deadline for those two missions?
The merchant wants to leave today, and expects to be back within four days.
The bandit extermination needs to be completed within two days.
I see, I'll take them both.
Umm, you can't. You need a squad with you...
Dante was too excited about completing two C-Rank missions at the same time, he forgot he still needed a squad to take him....