Hearing Reiki's voice, Kato Dan reacted quickly.
"If you can," he said, gesturing for Reiki to follow him into the house. "Go to the room."
As Kato Dan opened the courtyard door, Reiki felt a wave of apprehension mixed with curiosity.
"How can I cooperate, Little Doctor Reiki?" Kato Dan asked gently, his demeanor calm and collected.
Reiki had to admit, Kato Dan's way of interacting with people was rather effective. He felt at ease, despite the circumstances.
"Just stabilize your mind and leave the rest to me," Reiki instructed. "If possible, I can put you into a deep sleep to facilitate the process."
Kato Dan nodded, and with a reassuring smile, he replied, "That sounds good. I have some medication that can help."
He then retrieved a delicate vial from his pocket.
"This is a sedative that can help you fall asleep quickly."
After taking the pill, Reiki activated his Blue Hand technique, watching as Kato Dan slowly drifted into a deep sleep.
With a focused mind, Reiki raised his hand, pulling Kato Dan's faint soul from his body.
**"The damage to this soul is not serious... After simple treatment, it should be fine,"** he thought to himself as he began the procedure.
In just three minutes, Reiki managed to resolve some hidden wounds in Kato Dan's soul. The system chimed, confirming the treatment as complete.
Yet, as he examined Kato Dan's situation more closely, confusion settled over him. The Kato clan was a small family in Konoha, and Kato Dan's aspirations seemed grander than the soul damage indicated.
A person aiming for Hokage, motivated by justice and the well-being of others, should have faced greater challenges than this.
**"This injury seems... unjustifiable,"** Reiki mused, beginning to form a bold hypothesis.
What if Kato Dan wasn't the genuine article? What if he had simply been packaged as a virtuous character, much like the celebrities Reiki had seen in his previous life?
Determined to find answers, Reiki released both hands and began searching Kato Dan's soul for memories connected to Tsunade.
Five minutes later, he returned Kato Dan's soul to his body, his mind racing with the implications of what he had discovered.
**"This guy has a serious problem!"**
However, he was unsure how to communicate this to Tsunade without causing further pain.
Just as he was contemplating this dilemma, Kato Dan woke up, a warm smile spreading across his face.
"Dr. Reiki, is my problem serious?" he asked gently.
Reiki felt a wave of disgust at the sight of Kato Dan's smile, recognizing the insincerity behind it.
**"He dares to take advantage of my teacher..."** Reiki thought bitterly.
"No big problem," he replied, forcing a smile. "I've completed the treatment. If you feel uncomfortable, you can always come back."
"That's good to hear," Kato Dan replied, relief washing over his face.
"By the way, Reiki, I've heard Shizune mention you. You're very talented in medical ninjutsu. I'm sure you'll become a powerful medical ninja in the future," he praised, his words ringing hollow to Reiki's ears.
Once polite in response to such compliments, Reiki felt no inclination to engage now.
"Master Dan, I think I'll head back now," he said, standing up. "I'm feeling a little tired. You should rest too."
With that, he left Kato Dan's house, returning to the Senju Clan, where he found Tsunade waiting for him at the door.
She looked somewhat emotional, her face betraying a mix of concern and determination.
"Reiki, the problem is…" she began, but he cut her off.
"Teacher, I have something important to tell you," he insisted, wanting to get the truth out as quickly as possible.
"What is it?" Tsunade asked, her brow furrowing with worry.
"Kato Dan lied to you. He's not the exceptional ninja he appears to be."
Reiki raised his finger, revealing a glowing spot of light.
Tsunade's heart skipped a beat, recognizing it as a fragment of Kato Dan's memory.
"His soul isn't damaged at all. That little issue is likely just a burden from his training with the art of spiritualization. My suspicions led me to check his soul without permission."
"I'm sorry, teacher. I didn't mean to overstep…" Reiki began, but Tsunade interrupted him.
"Reiki, I believe you," she said, touching her forehead to his finger. Her unwavering faith in him was evident.
As she stared into his eyes, Reiki felt a surge of anger directed at Kato Dan. **"He doesn't deserve her trust!"**
Fragments of Kato Dan's conversations with Sarutobi Hiruzen flooded Tsunade's mind, revealing a web of manipulation and deceit.
"Teacher, you…" she started to say, but before she could finish, Tsunade stood up straight, her expression transformed by a fierce determination.
"Reiki, please leave me alone for a moment," she said, her voice steady and resolute.
Reiki nodded, sensing the weight of her emotions, and stepped aside. Tsunade walked back into the courtyard, sitting alone in the pavilion, grappling with the revelations.
Watching her, Reiki felt anger simmer within him. He would never forgive anyone who hurt his teacher.
He remained silent, sitting on a nearby flower bed, his gaze fixed on Tsunade, ready to support her when she needed him.
Late at night, Reiki took off his coat and draped it over Tsunade's shoulders.
"Teacher, you, I, and Brother Nawaki should go to bed early," he suggested, trying to lighten the mood.
His smile drew a faint smile from her in return, a reminder that there was still warmth between them amidst the chaos.
"Yes, I still have a younger brother, and Reiki…" Tsunade mused, the sadness in her eyes beginning to dissipate, replaced by a new sense of determination and anger.
Reiki felt a surge of hope. Whatever Kato Dan had plotted, he wouldn't let it come to fruition.
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