Rolling her eyes at Tsunade, Yan walked over and sat down on the sofa.
Shizune proactively poured a glass of water for Yan.
"Thank you."
After expressing his gratitude, Yan took a sip and set the glass down:
"I came because I forgot something and wanted to discuss it with you."
"If handled properly, it could just shut up all the clans."
"Spill it!"
Tsunade, who had just been disinterested, was suddenly all ears.
Although a transparent selection process would silence those smaller clans from bringing up the issue again...
Tsunade didn't want to offend anyone or burn bridges if she could help it.
She was still hoping for a win-win solution, and then Yan showed up.
I knew you couldn't wait, Tsunade.
Yan shook his head.
There haven't been many Hokages who have had it as tough as Tsunade.
Mainly because she inherited a mess and had to deal with everything personally.
"Didn't I suggest before?
Since we can support civilian ninjas, we can also support clan ninjas, or both. Just set up a tutoring class. We can involve those strong ninjas and let those who want better education for their children pay for tutors."
Yan had mentioned this before, and Tsunade remembered, but she wasn't very optimistic about it.
The main reason being, if the ninja school's teaching staff is strengthened, would people still pay for tutors for their children?
Frowning in thought, Tsunade said:
"Yan, your idea is good, but have you considered that when the number of teachers at the ninja school increases and the quality of education improves, will parents still pay for tutors for their children?"
Children from ninja families are unlikely to spend the money, and how many civilian families can afford it?
Therefore, Tsunade felt this plan was not very reliable.
"Of course, they will, as long as they have the means."
Yan was confident in his response, as tutoring classes had been proven viable in his previous life.
Even ninja families were willing to pay.
Yan gave an example:
"For instance, if I make some Jonin from the Uchiha clan teachers of the tutoring class, if you had children, would you send them for tutoring?"
"???"
Tsunade's face was a picture of confusion.
I feel like you're indirectly calling me a spinster.
"Pfft~~~~"
Shizune couldn't help but laugh.
Yan's analogy was simply brilliant.
"Stinky brat, what are you talking about?"
Tsunade, fuming, slammed the table. "If you're going to give an example, give one, but don't make fun of me!"
"It's just a metaphor, a metaphor."
Yan gestured helplessly, explaining,
"As everyone knows, the Uchiha clan's ninjas are proficient in swordsmanship, Taijutsu, Genjutsu, and Fire Release Ninjutsu. If you're a child's parent, even if..."
"Stop, stop!! No more metaphors, my heart can't take it."
"You can use any metaphor you want, just don't compare it to my being single, it hurts."
Holding her chest, Tsunade said with heartfelt pain,
"I get your point. You mean to say that even for children who come from a clan, the family is willing to pay for them to attend tutoring classes, right? Because the tutor's strength is worth the money they spend."
"Exactly."
Yan snapped his fingers and continued,
"In tutoring classes, if the tutor takes a liking to you, it's possible they'll teach you some practical knowledge, like Ninjutsu, Taijutsu, sword techniques, and so on."
"In ninja school, teachers won't teach these things, but tutoring class teachers will, as long as they get paid and see you're a good fit."
"This is definitely a pathway for children from civilian families to learn Ninjutsu."
As we all know, it's not easy for civilian ninjas to learn Ninjutsu; they have to earn it through their own contributions.
Now, the existence of tutoring classes provides an additional path. Although it can't guarantee success, there's at least some hope.
"Would you be willing to pay?"
"Not to mention civilian families, even ninja clans are likely willing to pay."
"Having their children learn from the strong members of other clans is just a matter of spending some money, no big deal, and it's worth it."
"As long as the tutors teach earnestly, they are absolutely willing to pay."
"Tutoring class teachers can allow many ninjas from various clans to sign up for selection, which also gives the ninja clans an explanation."
Tsunade thought this was a feasible idea, but no, Yan had more than just this in mind, he probably had other purposes.
"You're not being honest, kid."
Tsunade raised an eyebrow.
Yan didn't try to hide his intentions.
"The Uchiha's reputation in the village isn't great, so I've decided to take this opportunity to select a few suitable people to become teachers. This way, it might even improve the Uchiha's poor image in the village."
Yan wasn't just talking big; he had already thought of the candidates.
After going back and talking to Fugaku, I believe he won't refuse.
Improving the Uchiha's bad image is a good thing; Fugaku would refuse only if he's lost his mind, or rather, if he's been hit on the head by a door.
"You're honest."
With a confirmed answer, Tsunade was satisfied.
"Do whatever, as long as it's not messing around, I'll support Yan, provided he doesn't hide anything from me."
"So, I'll leave this matter to you to handle. Later, I'll have Shizune issue another announcement. I just hope the tutoring class doesn't cram too many Uchihas in there."
"After all, your clan's people... I don't mean to discriminate, but it's true that your clan's people are really hard to get along with."
Worried that Yan might take it the wrong way and misunderstand her, Tsunade quickly clarified.
Yan smiled and said nonchalantly,
"I understand. Most of the ninjas in our clan, especially the strong ones, are proud and arrogant. It's difficult for them to teach the children within the clan, let alone outsiders. I'll handle these issues."
There might be some ninjas from other clans who are short on money, but the Uchiha are not among them.
Even those who are doing poorly have an income provided by the clan.
The family business prioritizes benefits for the clan's ninjas. Without these benefits, who would be willing to risk their lives for the clan, who would consider the clan's interests?
"Alright, I'll leave this matter to you."
Someone willing to share the workload is something Tsunade is more than happy to accept.
Being a hands-off manager is the best feeling.
Just as she felt a moment of relief, Tsunade looked at the pile of documents and scrolls on the table and let out a wail, pitifully leaning over the desk looking at Yan.
"....."
Yan shivered as Tsunade stared at him with those pitiful, helpless eyes.
You're such an adult, yet you're staring at me like that, it doesn't bother you, but it makes me feel uneasy.
Indeed, Tsunade is beautiful, with a great figure, but from the very beginning, Yan always treated her like an elderly grandmother.
So when she gave him that pitiful look, Yan felt completely off.
"Don't look at me like that, it makes me anxious, just tell me what you want."
"Take me out for barbecue."
Tsunade didn't care about what Yan was thinking, she only knew her goal was nearly achieved, and it seemed to be working quite well, as Yan appeared to be susceptible to this approach.
"...."
Seriously!!
I'm the dignified Fifth Hokage of Konohagakure, and you actually want me to treat you to barbecue, where's the justice in that!!!
"Where's your money?"
"Your salary?"
"I've paid off debts. If it weren't for the fact that I can rest in the Hokage's office building, Shizune and I would probably be sleeping on the streets. The old house is too dilapidated to live in anymore."
"....."
I'm willing to call you, Tsunade, the most tragic Hokage in history!
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