Chapter 5
Spear and Shield
Chapter 5
“... I’m happy to report that construction is complete, Hokage-sama. I understand there’s still a need for temporary housing for our citizens and I propose that we use the location to house them before opening it up to our ninja.”
Godaime regarded the young chunin with a thoughtful look, “Good idea. I’m impressed you finished the project in such a short time. Your father has taught you well.”
This made Yasu beam with pride, “Thank you, Hokage-sama!” She bowed deeply.
“Thank you for volunteering to take on construction yourself. The village doesn’t have much labor to spare nowadays.”
“It was no trouble at all, Hokage-sama. I enjoyed the challenge.”
“I hope this project wasn’t too much of a strain,” Tsunade eyed her up and down. “Are you feeling alright, Yasu-san? You look a bit… worse for wear.”
Yasu wished she had time to shower and change before this meeting, but alas, time had not been on her side. It had taken her roughly three hours to shake the relentless force known as Maito Gai.
“Ah, excuse my appearance, Hokage-sama. I was… Training.”
Her everyday uniform was torn and frayed worse than it had ever been. Forest debris and dirt covered her all over. Her gait was stiff, having long since cramped up from her intense battle with Gai. Without proper gear or a good warm-up, her body and equipment had given in quickly.
The Hokage tented her fingers, assessing that there was little to no physical damage to be concerned of. “I’m glad to see you finally taking your shinobi training seriously. Try not to wear yourself out.”
‘Like I have the option,’ Yasu inwardly scowled. “Of course. Thank you, Hokage-sama.”
“Fantastic work as always, Ushi-san. Give my regards to your father. Dismissed!”