Chapter 11: 11: Learning Medical Ninjutsu


    Subduing Ayane didn''t take much time and effort. Afterward, Shiraishi turned his attention to another matter—the Gentle Fist technique of the Hyuga n.


    Ayane willingly handed over all the scrolls containing the training methods and theoretical knowledge of the Gentle Fist technique, which the Hyuga n strictly kept within their ranks and never shared with outsiders.


    Once the Hyuga n discovers this betrayal, Ayane will undoubtedly face execution.


    But Ayane fears was more than just death; she dreaded the dark days that lie ahead. In her eyes, the family and the vige have lost their significance and be dispensable.


    Therefore, from Ayane''s perspective, handing over the Hyuga n''s Gentle Fist technique to someone unrted isn''t a betrayal but a natural act of resistance. The Hyuga n holds no relevance for Ayane.


    Shiraishi understood that although Ayane had be dependent on him and submissive, he still needed to gradually imprint his image more deeply in her heart.


    Following Shiraishi''s advice, Ayane unabashedly expressed her anger and hostility when within the n.


    Just as Shiraishi predicted, when the members of the main n see Ayane''s angry and hostile gaze, they simply nce at her lightly and don''t pay much attention.


    After all, Ayane is just one member of the hostile Hyuga branch.


    The more hostile Ayane was towards them, the more reassured they felt. Their true fear lies in those within the family who conceal their hostility—the troublesome individuals the n should be wary of.


    .....


    Sess in anything requires sufficient strength. Ninja are masters of the most powerful force in this world.


    There are various sources of ninka power, as Shiraishi learned from the books in the Academy''s library. The library contains numerous books, but many of them are unavable.


    For example, the Gentle Fist technique of the Hyuga n isn''t openly shared.


    Among the many types of fist techniques in the shinobi world, the Gentle Fist of the Hyuga n is undoubtedly the strongest.


    This greatly intrigued Shiraishi. He discovered that the Gentle Fist technique of the Hyuga n bears a remarkable resemnce to Taijiquan and shares many underlying theories.


    However, the Gentle Fist scroll that Ayane gave him is iplete. As a member of the branch family, Ayane cannot ess the core moves of the Hyuga n''s Gentle Fist.


    The division within the Hyuga n is more severe than Shiraishi had imagined. Thus, Shiraishi fully understands Ayane''s intense hatred for the Hyuga n.


    However, due to the long-standing dominance of the main branch, the branch family dared not speak out, and some even became ves who truly joined the main family.


    This branch of the Hyuga branch has lost their personal freedom and dignity.


    They don''t question whether the current traditions of the Hyuga n are correct; their only concern is whether they are satisfying the n members with their service.


    They find joy in the main family''s happiness and mirror their anger.


    Among them, the position of the main family remains as stable as a rock, while the branches, referred to as the "caged birds," are nted and pose no threat.


    "Shiraishi, do you think Ayane has changed a bit?" Ruri asked, using her exact words.


    On the yground, Ayane''s face no longer reflects the same level of indifference as before, and she is able to chat andugh with her ssmates again.


    However, there are still differencespared to the original Ayane.


    Ayane''s smile always carries a touch of mncholy and low self-esteem.


    "After all, it''s only natural for her to have experienced what she has been through," Shiraishi remarked nonchntly as he flipped over the horizontal bar and jumped down.


    Ruri nodded in agreement. The traditions of the Hyuga n were indeed extremely cruel. Even an outsider like herself could no longer tolerate them.


    "Speaking of which, Ruri, does your Uchiha n have a simr tradition to that of the Hyuga n?" Shiraishi pondered, lost in thought.


    Ruri rolled her eyes in anger and retorted, "The Uchiha n doesn''t have such degrading rules that look down on people."


    The corners of Shiraishi''s mouth twitched at Ruri''s words. Her wordscked conviction and failed to convince him. Besides their interactions in ss, most boys and girls kept their distance from Ruri.


    Moreover, Shiraishi had observed other Uchiha students at the academy. While their talents might not have matched Ruri''s, their attitude towards others was even worse than hers.


    Inparison, Ruri was rtively low-key, except for her cold personality.


    "By the way, let''s do that again tonight," Ruri suddenly spoke, turning her face away with a blush.


    "That?" Shiraishi blinked, a tinge of suspicion in his eyes.


    "That one..." Ruri''s voice suddenly became smaller.


    Noticing Shiraishi''s prolonged silence, Ruri''s eyes grew fierce, and she stared at him with her ck eyes.


    "Don''t you want to touch me? Is there someone else?"


    Shiraishi was left speechless. He finally understood. Ruri was asking him to develop a suitable scientific exercise program again.


    After all, it had been nearly a month since theirst session. However, Shiraishi felt a twinge of guilt. Maybe it was just his imagination.


    "I''m always with you. How could there be someone else? You''re thinking too much, Ruri" Shiraishi responded weakly to Ruri''s intense gaze.


    Upon hearing Shiraishi''s feeble exnation, Ruri nodded, satisfied with his response.


    "Your method is very effective. I sparred with the Chunin from my n, and he said that my strength surpasses that of most genin. At my rate of growth, I can reach Chunin level next year."


    As Ruri spoke, Shiraishi roughly assessed his own strength. It wasparable to Ruri''s, or slightly inferior, but not by much.


    Admittedly, Shiraishi felt a sense of shame. Until now, he had never truly surpassed Ruri. Instead, he was always outperformed, resulting in draws at best.


    It seemed that achieving his future goals would require more time and effort.


    "Will you also turn seven next year?"


    "Yes."


    "Awesome."


    Boys and girls easily grow closer when they share amon secret.


    Shiraishi had previously doubted this, but now he believed it. However, he still couldn''t figure out his own feelings.


    .....


    "Do you want books on medical ninjutsu?" Ruri looked puzzled by Shiraishi''s request.


    "Yes, can you get them?" Shiraishi asked eagerly, his gaze fixed on Ruri.


    Although the school library had some medical books, they couldn''t meet Shiraishi''s specific needs.


    Hence, Ruri seemed like the best starting point.


    Unlike Ayane, Ruri was not only a prodigy of the Uchiha n, but the Uchiha n alsocked the impersonal traditions of the Hyuga n. Ruri held a significant position in the eyes of the upper Uchiha members.


    After some contemtion, Ruri nodded in agreement. While her status within the Uchiha n wasn''t particrly high, it wasn''t bad either.


    Furthermore, Ruri was acquainted with several medical shinobis from the Uchiha n. These individuals were unable able to awaken their bloodline limit "Sharingan" and were designated as n members who could only serve as logisticians. Their purpose was to support the Uchiha elites by learning sealing techniques, medical ninjutsu, and others.


    Ruri believed that these medical shinobis would be happy to assist her request, considering her destined future as an elite Uchiha shinobi.


    Additionally, as long as she didn''t reveal the Uchiha n''s secrets to Shiraishi, there should be no problems.


    As far as Ruri knew, there were asional exchanges of resources and ninjutsu between the Uchiha n and the vige. Ruri wasted no time.


    During the weekend, she went straight to Shiraishi''s apartment. This marked her first time entering a boy''s private room.