Hokage: I Confronted the Five Kage Before the System Arrived

Chapter 82: Chakra Precision Control Talent

Following the character persona that Souke had established, Hagoromo Gengetsu warmly greeted Ino and Sakura as they approached.

To be honest, he never thought he would interact with Ino.

But given her Yamanaka Clan background and their motto of "active and optimistic love and feelings," Ino enthusiastically approached him after their first meeting.

After all, at their current age, many girls' behavior standards are based on appearance.

Just like the Uchiha Clan, known for their handsome members.

The Hagoromo Clan also produced many attractive men and women.

For example, Hagoromo Gengetsu himself, Samui, Hanare, and now, Souke.

Moreover, Hagoromo Gengetsu's unique demeanor made him even more noticeable.

During this period, he had received subtle hints from many female colleagues, female patients, and accompanying female family members.

But Hagoromo Gengetsu rejected them all.

What a joke!

How could women compare to the joy of training?

"Doctor Souke, let me introduce you. This is Sakura, a student of the upcoming Hokage," Ino said, holding Sakura's shoulders and introducing her best friend.

Hagoromo Gengetsu, who was always rushing and straightforward, found it novel to play someone else's role for once.

Hearing Ino's introduction, he utilized his acting skills honed during his summer job at Hengdian Studios and looked at Sakura with the right amount of "surprise":

"A student of the Hokage? That's impressive."

Sakura blushed and quickly waved her hand, saying, "Not yet! I haven't met Lady Tsunade's requirements yet."

"That's why, Sakura, you should ask Doctor Souke for advice," Ino said, patting Sakura's shoulder.

"Can I?" Sakura asked nervously.

Although Lady Tsunade had taught her some medical knowledge and provided some professional books, Tsunade, being the Hokage, was too busy. Often, Sakura had to figure things out on her own when she encountered problems.

While the senior staff at Konoha Hospital occasionally guided her in their spare time, it was still far from Tsunade's concise yet enlightening teaching.

If there were someone as skilled as Lady Tsunade—no, even slightly less skilled but still excellent—who could teach her, that would be ideal.

Recalling Ino's earlier words, Sakura looked at "Souke" expectantly.

"You're still stuck on half-dead fish, right?" Hagoromo Gengetsu asked with a faint smile.

Sakura nodded quickly.

"It's normal. For medical beginners, the best test subjects are fish," Hagoromo Gengetsu explained.

Though his first experiment subject after learning medical ninjutsu was himself, others weren't him, so there was no comparison.

Hagoromo Gengetsu continued, "You have to injure the fish until it's half-dead, then fully heal it without damaging its nerves or tissues. Once you can do that, you can claim to be a medical ninja. Of course, as beginners, there are a few points to note..."

Having systematically learned the most mainstream medical ninjutsu of the current ninja world at Konoha Hospital, Hagoromo Gengetsu's medical level had skyrocketed, making teaching easy for him.

Sakura and Ino listened intently, their eyes shining with understanding.

Later, they greeted several colleagues and patients along the way, indicating "Doctor Souke's" high reputation in Konoha's medical field. Hagoromo Gengetsu led Sakura and Ino to the laboratory for hands-on teaching.

[Ding!]

[Side Quest: Childhood Sweethearts (Completed)]

[Due to the host's efforts, classmate Yamanaka Ino's favorability towards the host has greatly increased. Congratulations on successfully gaining a childhood sweetheart.]

[Reward: Radiant Appearance Technique]

"This quest is completed just like that?"

Ignoring the system's claim of "great efforts," Hagoromo Gengetsu looked at Ino, who was diligently working on a half-dead fish.

They had met fewer than three times.

And he had never taken the initiative. Yet, the quest was completed inadvertently.

Indeed, it's typical for girls to love handsome boys.

Favor can come quickly and abundantly.

Unlike Sakura, Ino wasn't as devastated when Sasuke left.

At this age, feelings as intense as Sakura's for Sasuke are uncommon.

Hagoromo Gengetsu shook his head slightly and, without further thought, checked the quest reward, Radiant Appearance Technique.

The technique's effect was akin to a cleaning and hygiene jutsu, maintaining one's best appearance.

For someone who disliked wasting time on grooming, it was undoubtedly a blessing.

Additionally, Hagoromo Gengetsu turned his attention to another recently issued side quest in the system.

[Side Quest: Battle of the Scholars]

[Quest Description: After defeating Uchiha Sasuke, the host is unrivaled in the Ninja Academy, but this only represents martial prowess. In written exams, there's often someone better than Uchiha Sasuke, frequently scoring first—Sakura. Please surpass Sakura in a written exam to achieve true top ranking in both academics and martial arts.]

[Reward: Chakra Precision Control Talent (Sakura Version)]

Shortly after Ino brought Sakura along, a new side quest appeared in Hagoromo Gengetsu's mind.

Sakura's talent for chakra precision control was well-known in the original story. Although Hagoromo Gengetsu could achieve similar results now, he wouldn't refuse an additional boost.

Talent is talent.

Hagoromo Gengetsu was very interested in accumulating as much talent as possible, as it couldn't be changed or learned otherwise.

Otherwise, why would he personally teach these two girls?

"Ahem."

Hagoromo Gengetsu cleared his throat, interrupting Sakura and Ino's practice. As the two girls looked at him in confusion, he took out two test papers and said:

"To better understand your medical foundations, let's have a pop quiz."

Sakura and Ino had no objections.

Noticing that Hagoromo Gengetsu also took out a test paper and started writing, Sakura asked in confusion, "Doctor Souke, why are you taking the test too?"

"This is to review and learn," Hagoromo Gengetsu explained earnestly.

Thus, under Sakura's admiring gaze, Hagoromo Gengetsu scored full marks on a test far exceeding Sakura's knowledge, easily surpassing her.

[Ding!]

[Side Quest: Battle of the Scholars (Completed)]

[Through diligent study, the host has finally surpassed the top student Sakura in a written exam, achieving the Ninja Academy's top ranking in both academics and martial arts.]

[Reward: Chakra Precision Control Talent (Sakura Version)]

Hagoromo Gengetsu closed his eyes, feeling the enhancement in his chakra control precision, and nodded slightly.

The system's quest reward was finally something truly beneficial to him.

A cause for celebration.