Overdrafting the Future, Starting in Naruto

Chapter 48: Direction!

After careful consideration, upon returning to Konoha after his mission, Genichi ultimately decided against choosing a Sensory Ninjutsu and instead chose another genjutsu. Demonic Illusion: False Surroundings Technique (Genjutsu: Koko ni Arazu no Jutsu), a visual illusion that creates a false image, making what the target sees different from what is actually there.

From a practical combat perspective, this genjutsu wasn't of much use to Genichi. His Bringer-of-Darkness Technique (Genjutsu: Kokuangyō no Jutsu) was enough. But since he had decided to delve deep into the field of genjutsu, he naturally needed to study it further. To do that, he needed to analyze different types of genjutsu to expand his own theoretical knowledge.

Developing ninjutsu was not so simple. Even with a cheat like the overdraft panel, Genichi still needed a solid foundation and a unique way of thinking to achieve anything. Otherwise, it would just be a waste of time.

Since he had decided to go deep into genjutsu, Sensory Ninjutsu could be put aside for now.

Thus, in terms of genjutsu, Genichi now had four: Bringer-of-Darkness Technique (Genjutsu: Kokuangyō no Jutsu), Demonic Illusion: Fox-Minding Technique (Genjutsu: Kori Shinchū no Jutsu), Temporary Paralysis Technique (Kanashibari no Jutsu), and Demonic Illusion: False Surroundings Technique (Genjutsu: Koko ni Arazu no Jutsu). He only took two days to gain a preliminary grasp of the newly acquired technique.

But this was still not enough. However, Sakumo himself was not proficient in genjutsu and had mastered even fewer than Genichi, so he couldn't provide any instruction.

Thus, Genichi could only trade his own ninjutsu to the village.

A Thousand Killings Water Soaring (Sensatsu Suishō)!

This jutsu, from the Ice Release ninja of the Mist, was completed and developed by him, and was rated A-rank.

In exchange, he received: Demonic Illusion: Tree Binding Death (Genjutsu: Nehan Shōja no Jutsu) (A-rank), Demonic Illusion: Mist Servant Technique (Genjutsu: Kasumi Jūsha no Jutsu) (B-rank), and Demonic Illusion: Hell Viewing Technique (Genjutsu: Narakumi no Jutsu) (D-rank). The latter two were thrown in by Hiruzen as a bonus, a sign of his support and nurturing of this genius.

In one fell swoop, Genichi had collected most of Konoha's common genjutsu.

Demonic Illusion: Tree Binding Death (Genjutsu: Nehan Shōja no Jutsu) was a sleep-inducing genjutsu. It was difficult to learn, but not difficult to break. Jonin and chunin could break it easily, and even a genin proficient in breaking illusions could do it. This proficiency didn't mean being skilled at casting genjutsu, just dispelling them... like Sakura Haruno. It felt a bit underwhelming.

But as before, Genichi wanted these genjutsu not just for combat, but more for research.

For a long time, he was completely engrossed in the study of genjutsu, unable to extricate himself. Even on missions and during his spars with Kakashi and Namiichi, he began to use genjutsu more frequently. Before, Genichi was accustomed to using the Bringer-of-Darkness Technique (Genjutsu: Kokuangyō no Jutsu) to gain the upper hand. Now, he took it a step further, occasionally throwing out a genjutsu. Even if it didn't secure a victory, it could still serve as a distraction.

Yamanaka En directly complained that Genichi had turned into a "genjutsu-type ninja."

Amidst these busy days, time flew by. Before he knew it, Konoha Year 43 had passed, and Year 44 had arrived. This year, Genichi turned eight. He had grown a lot and was now nearly 165cm tall, in a league of his own among his peers.

...

Konoha Hospital, in the laboratory.

Shizune and Rin Nohara watched with solemn expressions as Genichi and Tsunade worked busily. On the operating table lay a dissected white lab mouse. At this moment, Genichi and Tsunade were performing a heart transplant on it. Shizune and Rin were assisting, responsible for monitoring the mouse's vital signs.

Ten minutes later, the transplant was complete.

Shizune immediately reported, "Blood pressure is normal."

Tsunade nodded. "No problems for now."

"Next, Shizune, Rin, it's your turn."

Shizune and Rin were both delighted and quickly nodded. "Yes!"

Genichi and Tsunade stepped back. Shizune and Rin stepped forward, responsible for "closing the chest" of the lab mouse.

"If only I had a pair of Byakugan," Genichi couldn't help but remark as he took off his gloves.

Tsunade pursed her lips. "The Hyuga clan doesn't walk the path of the medical ninja."

"Also, don't you get any ideas about the Byakugan."

Genichi immediately put on an aggrieved expression. "Lady Tsunade, I'm a good person. How could I get ideas about the Byakugan? I was just making a comment."

Tsunade couldn't help but purse her lips again. After spending so much time with this kid, she knew him well. On the surface, he looked very serious and righteous, like a good person. But in reality, his courage was immense, and he was completely uninhibited, daring to think of anything.

Not get ideas about the Byakugan? More like you don't dare to, right? Tsunade felt that Genichi and Orochimaru had a lot in common. She had to keep an eye on him and not let him run wild.

But Genichi truly did think it was a great pity that the Hyuga clan didn't nurture a few medical ninja.

Tsunade changed the subject. "How is your research on that potion coming along?"

Genichi said slowly, "It's almost ready."

Tsunade glanced at Shizune and Rin's work, then said, "Haven't you already been practicing the Yin Seal (In'fūin)?"

Genichi spread his hands. "The potion is for rapidly replenishing stamina. It doesn't conflict with the Yin Seal (In'fūin)."

"Besides, once the potion is developed, it can also be sold for money."

"Lady Tsunade, you know as well as I do that research is extremely expensive."

Tsunade snorted. "You still haven't given up on Ice Release?"

Genichi shook his head. "I only have one sample for Ice Release. I can't just go and wipe out the entire Yuki clan of the Mist Village, can I?"

In the future, after the Fourth Mizukage is controlled by Obito, I might be able to go to the Land of Water to collect the bodies of the Yuki clan. If those events still happen.

Not just the Yuki clan, but the Kaguya clan as well. During the reigns of the Third and Fourth Mizukage, the kekkei genkai clans of the Mist Village had dwindled severely. There was also the Hozuki clan... perhaps he could go and "pay his respects" to the Second Mizukage ahead of time?

Genichi's thoughts were flying.

Seeing that Shizune and the others were about to finish, Tsunade said, "Whether it's an organ transplant or a bone marrow transplant, you need to put more effort into anti-rejection."

Genichi nodded. "You're right, Lady Tsunade. I'll invest a sum of money into this next month."

Tsunade nodded with satisfaction. The kid was sensible.

Genichi, on the other hand, didn't care about that little bit of money. To be able to deepen his relationship and cooperation with Tsunade, and to be able to share in her research results, what could be better? Others who wanted this opportunity didn't have it.

And although Tsunade had funding from the village, it wasn't unlimited. Plus, she was a big spender; no amount of money was enough for her to burn through. Not to mention the investment required for medical research, where no amount was ever enough.

Shizune and the others finished, which meant the surgery was a success. But it wasn't over. Next, they had to observe the mouse's rejection reaction and its survival period. This was the key. And this process was also a process of drug trials. Specifically, the anti-rejection drugs that Tsunade was constantly developing. The organ transplant surgery itself had long ceased to be a problem.

From last year until now, they had transplanted the heart, liver, spleen, lungs, and kidneys of lab mice, but the rejection and survival periods were not ideal. And this was just the first step. Next, they had to experiment on monkeys. And finally, human trials. In this process, the development of the drugs would also become more and more mature.

And this was not something that could be successfully accomplished in a year or two.

"Good thing I can overdraft the future..."

Walking out of the laboratory, Genichi stretched his back.

Today was March 18th. It was time to overdraft the future again.

(End of Chapter)