After several more hours of waiting, Reiki finally emerged from the interrogation room late into the night. By then, Asuma had dozed off, slumped in a chair. Reiki quietly placed a blanket over him.
"Just let him rest; he's had a long day," Reiki said, then turned and left.
Watching Reiki leave, Iga Tsuna wore a slightly awkward expression. When Asuma had first arrived, he'd shown genuine curiosity about interrogation techniques and even took notes on Reiki's medical procedures. However, the sight of Asuma peacefully napping had lessened Ikawa Tsuna's initial impression of him, especially in comparison to Reiki's diligence.
With a sigh, Ikawa Tsuna decided to take Asuma back to the Sarutobi residence.
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At the Sarutobi Clan's compound, Sarutobi Hiruzen was waiting in the courtyard.
"Asuma…" he muttered, his frustration barely contained as he saw his son being carried home.
"Huh? Father, you're here too?" Asuma yawned, still half-asleep. "Did Reiki finish the interrogation?"
"The interrogation is over," Hiruzen replied. "But did you complete all your tasks today?"
Asuma rubbed his eyes, still groggy. "This mission feels… strange. Reiki spent most of the day treating people. Even in the interrogation department, he was treating prisoners…"
"It seems you haven't quite grasped the purpose of this mission. Tomorrow, you'll continue. When you understand why Reiki assists the Interrogation Department, the mission will be over. And if you fall asleep again, it will be marked as a failure."
As Hiruzen turned to leave, Asuma perked up. "Father, don't you want to see my mission notes for today?" He eagerly pulled a small notebook from his pocket.
Surprised, Hiruzen took the notebook and skimmed the contents. His expression shifted from mild approval to exasperation as he read:
**[Mission Record: Reiki treats patients in the independent ward. Asuma waits outside and assists with the treatment.]**
**[Mission Record: In the Interrogation Department, Reiki treated the prisoner. After detailed observation, it was determined he was indeed treating him…]**
Hiruzen quickly left, realizing he needed a moment before his patience wore thin.
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Back in his office, Hiruzen called in Ji Gu, a reliable jonin. "Ji Gu, from tomorrow onward, you're to provide one-on-one guidance for Asuma, including how to properly document missions. Consider this an S-rank mission."
Ji Gu nodded, understanding the Hokage's serious tone.
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The next morning, Asuma was taken aback when Ji Gu appeared at his door.
"Lord Ji Gu?" Asuma asked, bewildered.
"From now on, call me Teacher Ji Gu," Ji Gu said. "I'll be guiding you in your missions. Today, I'll also show you how to keep proper mission records."
Excited to finally have a jonin mentor, Asuma eagerly agreed, and the two headed out together.
"The mission is to assist Reiki with his daily tasks?" Ji Gu looked at the mission details, confused. However, knowing it was a direct assignment from the Hokage, he took it seriously.
As they arrived, they found Reiki finishing his morning exercises.
"Asuma, you're with me again today?" Reiki asked, seeing the two approach.
"Yes! I'll join you for morning training this time," Asuma replied enthusiastically.
"Alright," Reiki said, tossing some weighted leg bands to him. "Add these for a challenge. Since you're a genin, you should start building strength."
Asuma strapped on the weights, which were 10 kilograms each, and jogged alongside Reiki. Ji Gu, observing them, took note:
**[Mission Record: Morning exercise with Reiki, completed together by Asuma.]**
After the run, they moved into combat training.
**[Mission Record: Morning training concluded. Combat training—Asuma vs. Reiki. Result: Asuma was thoroughly defeated and received medical treatment from Reiki.]**
Following the training, they headed to the hospital, where Reiki had more duties.
**[Mission Record: Morning hospital work—Asuma assisted by handing gauze to Reiki during treatment.]**
As Ji Gu continued recording, he grew increasingly puzzled. Why had the Hokage assigned Asuma to assist a medical ninja?
In the afternoon, they continued the routine.
**[Mission Record: Afternoon hospital duties—Asuma wiped Reiki's sweat during the procedure.]**
Afterward, Reiki received a request from Iga Tsuna at the Interrogation Department. Unlike before, Reiki now earned rewards for assisting, making it a valuable opportunity for him to gain experience and income.
**[Mission Record: Asuma and Reiki assisted in interrogation. Asuma stood by, observing and applying pressure to the prisoner as Reiki provided medical treatment. Interrogation concluded.]**
Wanting to learn more, Asuma decided to spend the night at Reiki's place to continue his training, feeling encouraged by Ji Gu's presence.
Later, Ji Gu arrived at the Hokage's office, hesitantly presenting the day's mission record to Sarutobi Hiruzen.
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