Although Hiruzen Sarutobi was never satisfied with Asuma no matter how he looked at him, it wasn't the time to think about these things now.
Nowadays, the battlefields between the Land of Lightning and the Land of Earth are still manageable, and it's just a matter of time before the Land of Water wins. However, the situation in the Land of Wind is truly difficult to handle.
Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't help but sigh deeply. If Tsunade were still around, that old hag Chiyo wouldn't be so arrogant. Tsunade could easily teach her a lesson.
One punch could smash Chiyo's [Puppet], and two punches could even cave in Chiyo's chest.
It was a pity that Tsunade, who was disheartened with Konoha, would never come back. Moreover, apart from Tsunade, no one was a match for Chiyo when it came to poisons.
To win the battle against the Sand Ninjas, they can't just sacrifice lives recklessly.
Hiruzen Sarutobi puffed on his cigarette, his fingers constantly tapping on the table as he pondered how to deal with the situation.
Finally, just before the Third Kage's office was filled with smoke, Hiruzen Sarutobi had an idea.
"Since he managed to save so many people in the [medical department] on the front - line of the Land of Water, Yue Yan's [Mystical Palm Technique] must be quite powerful. Maybe we can send him to the battlefield in the Land of Wind. Even if he can't neutralize Chiyo's poison, he can still offer some help."
After making the decision, Hiruzen Sarutobi took out Yue Yan's file again.
"Well, in that case, the title of [Chunin] isn't enough for him. Considering Yue Yan's military achievements in the Land of Water, it's time to think about what reward to give him."
The next day, Hizashi Hyuga's Squad gathered in the Hokage Building.
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Hizashi Hyuga and nodded with satisfaction. Then he informed them that Hizashi Hyuga's team would be sent to the battlefield in the Land of Wind in the near future.
After hearing this, Hizashi Hyuga and the others had no objections.
Just as they were about to leave, Hiruzen Sarutobi called Yue Yan over separately.
Yue Yan was a bit confused. After Hizashi Hyuga and the others left, Yue Yan finally looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Seeing Yue Yan's expression, Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled like a kind - hearted elder.
"Heheh, don't be so uptight. I've seen your performance on the battlefield. You're not only powerful but also saved many of your comrades' lives. You're really an outstanding ninja."
Hearing Hiruzen Sarutobi's praise, Yue Yan blinked in bewilderment, wondering why this old man was saying such things.
"I just did what I should do," Yue Yan said modestly.
"You're Jiraiya's disciple, which makes you my grand - disciple. There's no need to be so formal. With your talent, you should be more arrogant."
As Hiruzen Sarutobi said this, he got up and walked in front of Yue Yan, patting him on the shoulder.
"With your current strength, [Chunin] is no longer suitable for you. I'm going to promote you to Jonin (promote you to Jonin out of the normal procedure). Also, considering your previous military achievements, you can choose a [ninjutsu] from the Sealing Scroll as a reward."
Hearing this, Yue Yan understood what Hiruzen Sarutobi meant. He was trying to recruit him.
As for Hiruzen Sarutobi, although there were many conspiracy theories about him in his previous life, such as pretending to be a good guy and controlling Naruto through the bond, Yue Yan didn't want to make any comments on that. However, he wouldn't easily trust Hiruzen Sarutobi either.
After all, Hiruzen Sarutobi, who managed to reach this position and earned the title of the Heroic Shinobi, couldn't possibly be just a kind - hearted old man.
Although he thought this way in his heart, Yue Yan still put on an affectedly touched look on his face.
"Thank you, Hokage - sama, but I'd better pass on being promoted to Jonin."
Just as Yue Yan told Orochimaru before, a Jonin who was just a little over ten years old would attract a lot of hatred. Moreover, it was still a time of war, and he would easily be targeted by powerful enemies on the battlefield.
Even though Yue Yan wasn't scared, it was always good to avoid some trouble.
Noticing the concerns in Yue Yan's words, Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't force the issue. Instead, he asked Yue Yan which ninjutsu from the Sealing Scroll he wanted to learn.
Hearing this, Yue Yan thought for a moment and finally chose the Flying Thunder God Technique.
After all, throughout the Hokage world, the Flying Thunder God Technique was definitely top - notch.
As for Yue Yan, who hadn't unlocked any space - teleportation skills yet, the Flying Thunder God Technique would be of great help. Whether he could learn it or not was another matter.
Hearing that it was the Flying Thunder God Technique, Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't help raising his eyebrows and kindly advised Yue Yan to choose another ninjutsu.
After all, the difficulty of the Flying Thunder God Technique was well - known. Apart from Tobirama Senju, the Second Hokage, and Minato Namikaze currently, even in the later Shippuden era, at most, Genma Shiranui, Raidō Namiashi, and Ebisu could barely use it, and there were still great limitations.
In short, the difficulty of learning the Flying Thunder God Technique was at the max level.
"I still want to give it a try."
Seeing Yue Yan's insistence, Hiruzen Sarutobi allowed it. After giving Yue Yan the Scroll of Seals that recorded the Flying Thunder God Technique, Hiruzen Sarutobi finally got to the real purpose.
"Yue Yan, there is a great shortage of medical ninjas with strong skills on the battlefield in the Land of Wind. I wonder how much you know about poisons."
Hearing this, Yue Yan frowned. It meant that he was supposed to take Tsunade's place to deal with the Sand Ninjas' poison attacks.
Although Yue Yan didn't focus on poison - related medical ninjutsu, he still had some knowledge about it. Plus, unlike other medical ninjas, he wasn't that vulnerable. The battlefield in the Land of Wind was actually the most suitable place for him to show his skills.
Moreover, even if Yue Yan didn't want to go, Hiruzen Sarutobi definitely wouldn't allow it. So, Yue Yan didn't waste his breath and just nodded.
"I accept the village's arrangement."
After leaving the Hokage Building, Yue Yan walked while opening the Scroll of the Flying Thunder God Technique and started to read it.
Tobirama Senju, the inventor of this jutsu, is really a genius. Yue Yan considers himself to have a bit of talent in the principles of ninjutsu. He says that although he can understand every single word written on it, he has no idea what they mean when put together.
Just as Yue Yan was scratching his hair and studying the Flying Thunder God Technique, a Black Shadow enveloped him. Then, a pair of big hands landed directly on Yue Yan's cheeks.
Without caring about Yue Yan's feelings, Kushina rubbed his face forcefully with her hands.
"Little Yue Yan didn't even come to see me when he came back. Sister Kushina is so sad and angry now. I need to let off some steam."
As she spoke, Kushina pressed her hands harder, molding Yue Yan's face into different shapes.
"Ouch, ouch, ouch... Sister Kushina... I was wrong..."
Hearing Yue Yan begging for mercy, Kushina finally let him go.
Yue Yan rubbed his red and swollen cheeks and rolled his eyes in utter disbelief. He couldn't help but feel sorry for Minato Namikaze. It seems that Minato Namikaze being hen - pecked isn't just because of his gentle personality and love for his wife. It's more likely that if he angers Kushina, he would be whipped with the Adamantine Sealing Chains and hung up to be beaten.
Kushina didn't pay any attention to Yue Yan at all. She put her arm around his shoulder and rambled on.
"Little Yue Yan, you have no idea. Ever since Minato Namikaze went to the battlefield, I don't even have anyone to talk to. Staying in the village every day, I'm dying of boredom... Blah, blah... Yada, yada..."
Listening to Kushina's complaints, Yue Yan felt a bit helpless but didn't know what to say. He could only listen quietly.
Seemingly tired of talking, Kushina then asked Yue Yan curiously.
"By the way, little Yue Yan just came back from the battlefield. Can you tell me what the battlefield is like?"
"Um..." Yue Yan scratched his head. How should he put it? If he said something inappropriate, would he be invited by the Anbu for a talk? After all, the Jinchuriki of the Nine - Tailed Fox has a special status.
However, looking at Kushina's expectant eyes, Yue Yan sighed helplessly and described the battlefield with as much Cruelty as possible, like flying flesh and blood, severed limbs everywhere.
Hearing this, Kushina pursed her lips and was quite dissatisfied.
"Oh, come on! Everyone says the same old thing."