The scent of blood assaulted the children as they entered the room and their teacher stepped to the side, leaving only Jiraiya, Orochimaru, and Tsunade standing amongst corpses that still shed blood while there were still many men forced to kneel with chains shackling them and gags covering their mouths, leaving these men to stare wide in horror.

While Orochimaru stood quietly, staring at them as if they were predators, he couldn't help but groan internally, 'Ah... Nawaki couldn't handle it, huh... sigh, it will cause some headaches but accepting him won't be too out of the sort...'

Jiraiya only gave Minato a plain nod. They had gotten along quite well this year but today, the usually chipper Jiraiya had no smile.

Tsunade cleared her throat and threw four kunais toward the four students as they landed on the small pool of blood under their feet and remarked, "Kill any of these prisoners with that kunai and you will become a genin."

Kushina finally couldn't hold it in and buckled on her knees before throwing up... followed by Minato, and finally, Mikoto who seemed sicker by the of them hurling their guts out than blood itself.

Kai stared at them in amazement. Now... how was he supposed to throw up?

"Not afraid?" Tsunade raised her brow inquisitively as Kai fell silent. He is still... 5-years-old. But what could he do except the innocent bitch he was and inquire curiously, "Why should I be?"

Tsunade frowned for a second while Orochimaru and Jiraiya looked amused. The two noticed early on when they discussed case studies of victims with the masses that Kai absorbed everything at great strides— pain, knowledge, and the filth of this world. It was reported dutifully to their superior, too.

But this wouldn't be their first time raising a murderer in a child. Talents like these are usually the most obedient so the higher-ups paid attention to Kai a great deal.

Tsunade waved her hand and scoffed, "Then if you're not afraid, do us all a favor and take the lead. I'm getting impatient as is."

There was another reason why many paid attention to Kai.

His growth.

Although 5, he looked comparable to an 8-year-old, and while he never had a flair for some strange hairstyle and kept his hair short, his build seemed impressive even for an 8-year-old while his records suggested that he'd become great sparring partners with a few seniors, too and his academy level ninjutsu and genjutsu was stunning!

The kid was an all-rounder gem and Tsunade knew more. She knew about his training with Mito the past year but... she couldn't know it all.

{A/N: Do skip this info dump if you're more interested in the story than the skills and stats~}

[Uzumaki Style Chakra Matrix (39/50): Forms seals and matrix through molding chakra. The consumption of chakra is dependent on the seal formed. Each level increases the formation of a seal by 2℅. Each level reduces the chakra consumed by 1℅. Chakra Consumed: 9.9~???

Next Level: Consume 78400/190000 Chakra or 5 SP]

[Chakra Focus Blast (25/25): Focus the entirety of your chakra on the tenketsu present at the end of your limbs and exert a point-blank blast of chakra. Each level reduces chakra wastage by 0.6℅. Reduces Chakra Cost by 3℅ per level. Chakra Consumption: 250~???]

[Clone Technique (10/10): Focus on the chakra to spread out of the body and shaping it similar to the transformation technique to create a fake image out of nothing. Each level reduces chakra consumption by 5℅. Chakra Consumption: 10]

[Body Replacement Technique (15/15): Uses transformation technique on an inanimate object on the body before quickly escaping through hidden paths. Each level increases the 3℅ speed with which the technique is utilized.]

[Mind Trap (10/10): A genjutsu that lowers the perception of space to a low degree for the affected party. Increases 1 mental stat with each level. Reduces chakra cost by 5℅ at each level. Chakra Consumption: 30/sec]

[Leaf Snapping Fist (15/15): A Taijutsu skill devised to injure the bones of the opponents while being nimble. Increases physique by 1 after each level. Stamina Consumed: 3.87/min]

[Whirlwind Crusher (15/15): A Taijutsu skill devised to send forceful shock waves through chakra into the enemy system and crush them from the inside. Increase Physique by 1 each level. Stamina Consumed: 3.87/min]

[Wind Blowing Kata (15/15): A series of training movements that refine the body movement and strengthen the very base of it. Increase Physique by 1 each level. Stamina Consumed: 3.87/min]

[Flash Style Ken (30/30): A series of sword techniques that uses the reflection of the blade to win the battle. Stamina Consumed: 3.87/min]

[Weaving Water Sword (25/25): A sword technique that heavily relies on the movement of the swordsman and the blade to mimic water in any capacity. Each level increases the physique by 1. Stamina Consumed: 5.8/min.]

[Joint Shuriken (20/20): The skill of using two shurikens at once to camouflage one.]

[Senju Kunai Technique (15/15): A series of kunai throwing techniques that increases precision.]

[Poisonous Senbon Technique (20/20): Utilizing poisoned and discreet senbons to attack the enemy and poison their critical points.]

[Snaring Demon (20/20): A genjutsu technique that causes the affected party to hallucinate being trapped by a terrifying demon. Increases the strength of the mind by 1 each level. Each level reduces chakra consumption by 2.5℅. Current Consumption: 20/sec]

[Five Senses Destruction (25/25): A genjutsu technique that temporarily disables the five senses of the opponent. Increases strength of the mind by 1 per level. Each level reduces chakra consumption by 2℅. Current Consumption: 20/sec]

[Mystic Wood Smack (10/10): A genjutsu technique that makes the affected party feel their head is being bashed in by a wooden stump. Increases the strength of mind at each level by 1. Each level reduces chakra consumption by 5℅. Current Consumption: 40/sec.]

[Physique stat reached a threshold. Physique growth markedly improved.] *7

[Reduce the consumption of all stamina-based skills by a 10℅ and increased stamina regeneration by 10 times.] *7

[Perception stat reached a threshold. Meta-physical sensing markedly improved.]

[Increase the rate of chakra regeneration by 5 times.]

[Mental Stat reached a threshold. Markedly improved the function of the mind and spirit energy.] *7

[Increase the willpower and ability to resist genjutsu by 1℅] *7

[Name: Kai

Age: 5

Title: Senju Guardian

Gamer Traits: Skill Tree; Sleepless Gamer

Rank: Academy Student

Hit Points: 100℅

Stamina: 100/100℅ (9.1/min)

Chakra: 6650 (1900*250℅) || (210/min) (60*250%/min)

Physique: 29→ 99/1000

Mental: 9→ 74/1000

Perception: 17→ 40/1000]

[Skill points: 257]

Compared to the blood around him, the sweat he poured while grinding was far notable. He bled, oh he did. Senbons became his favorite because they felt the hardest to maneuver and he waited to learn more about ninjutsu since a lot of grind still waited for him. But even if Mito hadn't explicitly prohibited him from learning elemental ninjutsu, Kai realized that just these skills easily filled his year with much joy.

So, as he walked forwards, the drenched Kunai already in his hand, Kai attracted the attention of the still pale Minato, Kushina, and Mikoto before slicing one of the prisoner's necks. Nothing personal, all for SP...

As the man choked and gurgled on his blood...

"Aaaghhhh! Raggghhhhhh!" Their Sensei began shouting wildly.

[Quest Complete...]

[Earned 10 SP]

[Title: Genin]

[Skill Tree: D-Rank Jutsus]

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"Good work," Hiruzen closed the scroll and looked at three of his disciples.

"Your team is approved Tsunade. I look forward to their and your growth," He smiled as she snorted, "Yeah, whatever. Still feel bad to put the kids through that and mark the other ones just because they didn't have the balls to do it."

"Now, now," in his usual raspy voice, Orochimaru chuckled, "At least they got a choice. We had to learn from our bloodied mistakes."

Before Tsunade could retort, Hiruzen frowned, "Are you sure you want to take Nawaki under your wing?"

Even Tsunade was looking at her teammate curiously. She was, of course, happy that Nawaki got picked by Orochimaru. She may have formed iryo ninjutsu but Orochimaru is the brains of their team. Nawaki could learn a lot. She was also aware of her teammate's ambitions but didn't mind. That's how the world works. She was sure that Hiruzen first chose to teach her because of her ancestry and clan. He picked Jiraiya because he had to pick a civilian and he doted on Orochimaru because he's a genius in every right.

"Yes, Sarutobi-sensei. Nawaki is a gem in the rough waiting to be polished," Orochimaru smiled as Sarutobi grumbled and nodded.

"And you..." he glared at Jiraiya, "You want to teach the boy sealing techniques from the second's scroll?"

"Uh... can we talk about that in private... haha," Jiraiya chuckled as Hiruzen smiled and let the other two go. Once they left, Jiraiya's ogling demeanor sharpened and he grew serious.

"Sensei... I actually think he's the prophesied child. At first, I wasn't so sure but getting to know him this year gives me a good reason that he's the one."

Hiruzen frowned and grew thoughtful, "How sure are you?"

"Well, my summons are willing to form a contract with him..."

Hiruzen's brows raised at that before he nodded, "Fine. But I will not release all the sealing knowledge. Complete missions for it. If I find you wasting your time in such a sensitive period, prophecy or not, Minato will gain not an ounce of biased favor!"

Jiraiya's expression fell as he groaned.

---

Mikoto blankly looked at the forehead protector in her hands. Kushina silently lay on the ground and looked at the sky with her arms spread and her forehead protector already tied on her head while Kai was sleeping as if the bloody scenes, eyes wide in horror, and the choked sobs and gurgles didn't flash in front of his eyes.

She should feel excited... she did it, right? She proved herself valuable. Now, she should be happy. Gain contributions and make the clan proud but...

Mikoto touched her stomach, feeling the pit in it.

"Mikoto..." Kushina muttered, "I feel so dirty..."

"I get that," Mikoto replied dryly.

"If you do then stop sulking!" A snappy voice shocked them as a familiar blonde figure walked out from the clearing. Sporting a purple diamond mark in the middle of her forehead, Tsunade's intense stare fell on the duo while the third one suddenly popped a snore and turned sideways.

"Oi! Up!" Tsunade snorted, kicking the boy who sat up quickly before stretching his arms out.

"Hmm, oh, Tsunade-sama. Are we done?"

The three women stared at him as Tsunade smiled, a little refreshed and somewhat startled at his nonchalance but then again... he's only 5-year-old. She only expected freaky stuff from this monster.

"Done? Hell, no! Look at your teammate's faces! Looks like they've been through hell... but read this."

She tossed the three folders in her hand over to the trio who picked them up while Tsunade continued, "We picked the worst of prisoners just for this occasion. Mikoto, the man you killed was a civilian found to have assaulted a child even after she was choked to death."

Mikoto's eyes widened as she hurriedly went through her folder.

"Kushina, the woman whose heart you drove your kunai into killed her husband for having an affair and then killed the woman and her two unsuspecting children." Kushina shuddered as she recalled what she did.

Tsunade then looked at Kai who didn't open the folder but looked at her eagerly.

"Do you want to know?"

"Of course, Tsunade-sama," Kai nodded.

"Well, Kai-kun, you got the jackpot of them all. A slave trader."

"Oh... I see," the boy nodded while subconsciously touching the band on tied on his forehead and then nodded again.

"Before we start anything, let's clear the air. I hate the fact that you kids had to dirty your hand. I do." Tsunade stated calmly as the girls grew sullen again but their new teacher added soon after, "But I respect you more than my teammates. As brutal as it was... you did well. And I promise you that what you did today will only help you in the future against enemies who would want to drive their blades into you. Or worse."

They had all gone through the 'real' sex-ed so they were aware of what Tsunade meant for the most part.

"So?" Tsunade smirked mischievously, "Who's up for a party? You guys just emptied your stomach and must be feeling hungry. Usually, you'd be further tested about teamwork and not. I know that the other two jackasses would put their new team through that just for shit and giggles. So you should feel good that I chose you. Iryo Nin is all about efficiency and we can skip that test after what you've done already."

"Isn't partying inefficient, too, then?" Kai smiled as Kushina growled, "Shove it! And screw these bastards! I'm not crying over those horrible people!"

"Indeed! I'm hungry!" Mikoto hissed but both Kai and Tsunade knew that anger and disgust was their coping mechanism. They would need time to adjust. Kai never did and now that he was used to killing, he didn't feel an ounce of disgust.

---

"Woah... this place is so cozy, dattebane!" Kushina exclaimed as Tsunade and others took their seat in an intimate but separate dining stall in one of the more famous restaurants in the village. A few things such as salads were already placed as they ordered and Tsunade focused on her three new brats.

Kai sat on the left, chewing on a slice of cucumber. How he managed to look this innocent and cute after murdering someone was something Tsunade would never understand. Kushina sat in the middle sporting a huge grin as she waited for her food. Mikoto had grown calm somewhat and managed to keep a short smile.

"Hmm, it takes some time for the order to get here so let's use this chance to get to know each other better. As you know, I'm Tsunade Senju. Usually, I would have stayed in the hospital or my clan compound if not on missions but circumstances have made me your teacher.

I specialize in iryo ninjutsu. But I am well-versed in my clan's Taijutsu, Ninjutsu, and Genjutsu. I'm not much of a weapons user though."

She looked at the oldest in the group and Mikoto nodded, "Greetings, Tsunade-sensei. I'm Mikoto Uchiha. I have yet to unlock my Sharingan but I am versed in my clan's taijutsu, kenjutsu, shurikenjutsu, and ninjutsu. The last year, the clan heavily focused on my chakra control and I am confident that I can reduce the wastage of chakra by 30℅.

What I want to be is a good medic-nin who isn't a burden to my teammates and remains honed."

Tsunade nodded thoughtfully as Kai looked at Mikoto. His own reduction of chakra wastage was at 35℅.

"And you?" Tsunade looked at Kushina.

"I'm Kushina Uzumaki. I'm good at seals and want to become the first female Hokage dattebane!"

Tsunade chuckled, "You? I've got a better shot than a squirt like you."

Ignoring Kushina's pout, Tsunade looked at Kai who smiled, "I'm Kai... I'm better."

Oh, boy, the brawl he ensued with just a few words, Tsunade was just left chuckling at their actions. It was good, to be honest. The more they can distract themselves now, the better.

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