This ninja in Naruto is unscientific

Chapter 201 Zhang Village

The sky cleared, and the long-awaited sunshine dispelled the gloom that had shrouded the border.

"Finally, we're going back."

Jiraiya stood on the high ground, looking down at the Konoha troops retreating like a long dragon, and stretched out his arms, his joints cracking.

"This trip has taken a really long time. I need to finish writing my 'The Tale of the Rooted Ninja' when I get back. It's been dragging on for far too long."

"Teacher, haven't you finished that book yet? It's been years!"

Nishikawa Tetsu asked from the side, his hands still busy organizing the final supplies list.

"Enough with the chit-chat! What do you know? The more classic a book is, the longer it takes to create. That means my book has the potential to become a classic!" Jiraiya glared at him, then said seriously, "Have the garrison troops been arranged?"

"It's all arranged."

Nishikawa Tetsu replied, "We left two battalions to guard the border fortress. With the new sensory barrier and some electromagnetic cannons, we can handle any emergency. Now that Iwagakure has withdrawn, they shouldn't be making any major moves in the short term."

"Hmm." Jiraiya nodded, his gaze turning towards the east towards the Land of Fields, his expression slightly somber.

"As for Orochimaru..."

"The village's order is for Lord Orochimaru to remain stationed here."

Nishikawa Tetsu put away the list and explained:

"Although we have the Third Raikage as leverage, making Kumogakure hesitant to act rashly, the very fact that their Kage is in our hands makes the internal situation in Kumogakure extremely unstable, and they might act desperately at any moment."

"Like a wild beast cornered against a wall, if we don't keep an eye on it, it might bite us back."

"Therefore, there must be someone who can keep things in check there."

Fugaku chimed in, "Lord Orochimaru is probably enjoying himself right now. There are quite a few Cloud Village prisoners there, enough for him to... cough, to do research."

"In that case, let's return in triumph with our spoils!"

Jiraiya waved his hand, "Target: Konoha!"

……

On the way back to the village, despite carrying wounded soldiers and supplies, the troops moved at a considerable pace. After all, they had won a battle, and everyone was in a relaxed mood.

While passing through a bustling commercial town on the border of the Land of Fire, Nishikawa Tetsu suddenly called out to Jiraiya.

"Jiraiya-sensei, you guys go ahead. I need to go resupply. Don't wait for me, I'll catch up with the main group soon."

Jiraiya looked at the market not far away and nodded in sudden realization.

"Alright, go ahead. You know how to handle people, kid."

"Che, what are you doing?" Fugaku followed Nishikawa Che into the market, feeling a bit of a headache. "We don't lack supplies."

"We don't lack military supplies, but we lack gifts."

Nishikawa Tetsu turned around, revealing a set of white teeth.

"I've been away for so long, and there's still a bunch of hungry... little kids in the village. I promised to bring them gifts when I wrote back last time, and if I forget and go back empty-handed this time, I'm afraid they'll nag me to death. I want to have a good New Year!"

Fugaku paused for a moment, then thought of Mikoto at home. The New Year was approaching, and he hadn't prepared a New Year's gift yet. His expression became somewhat unnatural, and he silently followed.

"I'll go take a look too."

The market was filled with a dazzling array of goods.

Nishikawa Tetsu's goal is very clear.

"Boss, please pack this vermilion wooden comb for me."

He stopped in front of a shop and picked out a fine comb.

Then, he went to the pastry shop next door.

"I want this box, this box, and that box too."

Nishikawa Toru pointed to the most exquisite boxes of limited-edition desserts on the counter.

"Kana is at the age where she's growing, and she mentioned in her last letter that she wanted to eat something sweet. And Shizune, that girl works really hard taking care of Ton-Ton and Tsunade-sama."

Thinking of this, Nishikawa Tetsu sighed again and walked into a liquor store.

"Boss, bring out two bottles of your oldest and best-tasting sake."

"Hmm... the ones for Lady Tsunade are the easiest to buy."

After shopping around, Nishikawa Tetsu was carrying large and small bags. He didn't look like a killing god who had just come down from the battlefield, but rather like a traveler returning home to visit relatives for the New Year.

"Che, you bought so much?"

Fugaku, holding two boxes, looked somewhat surprised.

Nishikawa Tetsu smiled, a hint of tenderness in his eyes.

"It's been so long since I've seen them, to be honest, I really miss those little guys."

He had stayed in the Land of Rain for a while, and then fought in the Land of Grass for so long. Counting the days, he had indeed been away from the village for a long time.

Mizuki is still quite reassuring, but I wonder if that little devil Kana has caused any bigger trouble at school, and if Shizune has been corrupted by Kana.

"Give."

Suddenly, Fugaku shoved a beautifully packaged box into Nishikawa Tetsu's arms.

"What is this?" Nishikawa Tetsuya was taken aback.

"For that little girl named Mizuki."

Fugaku turned his head away, looking at the roadside signs, his voice somewhat stiff.

"She's an unofficial staff member of the police department, and she provided technical support from behind the scenes this time, which was quite helpful. As the captain, I should also express my appreciation."

Nishikawa Tetsu looked at the box, then at the awkward-looking Fugaku, and couldn't help but laugh.

"Senior, is this... a case of 'love me, love my dog'?"

"Shut up! Give it back if you don't want it!"

"Yes, yes, yes! How could I refuse the captain's reward!"

……

As the sun set, the gates of Konoha finally came into view.

From afar, you can see that familiar gate and the huge fire character on the lintel.

"I'm back!"

Cheers erupted from the crowd.

Nishikawa Tetsu walked at the front of the group, looking at the familiar streets and the simple villagers, and the tension in his heart finally relaxed completely.

"Brother Che!!"

As soon as I stepped onto the street, a vibrant voice came from afar.

A small figure rushed over at an extremely fast speed.

"Kana?"

Nishikawa Tetsuya just opened his arms, ready to receive the impact.

"Bang!"

Chanel bumped headfirst into his arms, nearly knocking the gift out of his hand.

"You're finally back! I missed you so much!" Kana looked up, her eyes sparkling. "And where's my present?"

"..."

Nishikawa Tetsu reluctantly handed over the snack box.

"All you do is eat."

“That’s not the case!”

Kana hugged the box, her tears turning to laughter, then turned and called out, "Mizuki-neechan! Shizune! Come quick! Che-nii really brought back some delicious food!"

Not far away, Mizuki stood behind the crowd, wearing a white lab coat, quietly watching this side.

When their eyes met, Mizuki gave a gentle and reassuring smile.

"Welcome back, Cheol-kun."