'Stay calm, Samui! At least for now, Gojo Kaigetsu can't die… I still need him! '

'And this is actually part of the plan! Since Gojo Kaigetsu brought up Mei Terumi, it's undoubtedly an opportunity for me to make contact with her.'

A strained smile appeared on Samui's face as she subtly brushed off Gojo Kaigetsu's hand, which was attempting to reach a new summit. "H-How could that be, Kaigetsu-kun? As long as you're happy."

"Oh, is that so~? Then, Ai, can you make me even happier?"

"?"

"What do you mean by 'even happier'…?"

"Come with me."

Holding Samui's soft, uncalloused hand-which bore no trace of ninja training-they walked through the new commercial district, gradually arriving at a quiet street lined with traditional architecture.

The first old house they encountered bore a nameplate engraved with the characters [Senju].

While the Hyuga and Uchiha were often considered the top two wealthiest clans in Konoha, Gojo Kaigetsu considered this claim debatable. Disregarding the number of ninjas and their ranks, the Senju clan was the undisputed leader in terms of sheer wealth.

Many of the buildings in the new commercial district were "borrowed" by Gojo Kaigetsu from Tsunade, the sole remaining member of the Senju clan, to be rented out as shops and develop the commercial area.

At the village's founding, the Senju clan, represented by Hashirama Senju, whose power and prestige were godlike in the shinobi world, naturally owned the most and best land deeds and house deeds in Konoha.

When Tsunade left the village, she entrusted these documents, along with the key to her ancestral home, to Gojo Kaigetsu for safekeeping. If not for concerns about appearances, Gojo Kaigetsu would have considered turning the Senju Estate into a Hokage's Residence tourist attraction to rake in the ryō.

"The Senju Estate?"

'Tsunade's ancestral home?'

Samui's heart pounded. Why would Gojo Kaigetsu bring her to such a place? Had she inadvertently revealed something that aroused his suspicion?

Gojo Kaigetsu ignored Samui's inner turmoil and pushed open the door, stepping inside.

The grounds of the valuable property were clean, free of fallen leaves. Gojo Kaigetsu had been diligently hiring people to clean the mansion, as it might become his marital home one day. He took good care of any place that could potentially be his future home.

Following the route etched in his memory, they navigated the winding corridors and side rooms, eventually arriving at what was once Tsunade's room.

"Kaigetsu-kun, shouldn't you tell me now what would make you happy…?"

"Ah, we're here."

He pushed open the door.

The room was tidy and odorless, though a layer of dust covered the surfaces. Judging by the layout, the previous occupant was just an ordinary Konoha kunoichi, lacking the grandeur expected of a Konoha Princess's chambers.

"Let me see… Tsunade's clothes should be around here."

Gojo Kaigetsu pulled open a drawer, revealing neatly folded clothes that Tsunade had once worn.

Standing behind him, Samui's eyes locked onto the familiar blue pants and green jacket with a gray lining inside the drawer. Her unease intensified.

'This guy wouldn't…'

Having briefly interacted with Tsunade in Tanzaku Quarters, Samui knew that Gojo Kaigetsu and Tsunade shared a hidden connection. But judging by Gojo Kaigetsu's casual access to Tsunade's room and his handling of her clothes, their relationship…

Gulp

As she swallowed, Samui's expression shifted.

If this were the case, Gojo Kaigetsu's value increased even further!

He not only had close ties to the Hokage but also this kind of relationship with Konoha Princess, Tsunade… This guy was just a Chunin; how did he manage it? Was it just his looks?

"Here, Ai, put on Tsunade's clothes."

"?"

The abrupt request interrupted Samui's thoughts. She looked up, meeting Gojo Kaigetsu's playful smirk as he dangled the clothes in the air.

"Eh? Wear Tsunade's clothes? Me?"

Samui pointed at herself, a bewildered expression on her face.

She couldn't comprehend this strange fetish or their relationship.

If Tsunade and Gojo Kaigetsu were that kind of relationship… then Gojo Kaigetsu was truly a scumbag, lusting after kunoichi's bodies without a shred of genuine affection!

Now, both personally and professionally, Samui wanted to turn Gojo Kaigetsu in for a bounty.

Gojo Kaigetsu's excitement grew. "Is there anyone else here besides you? Hurry up and change! Don't dawdle, Ai. Do you not want to make me happier? You said you'd do anything for me. Were you lying?"

"…Eh, no, it's not that, but why do I have to do this? I-I'm not used to wearing other people's clothes, especially Tsunade's."

Gojo Kaigetsu explained matter-of-factly, "Of course, it's because you and Tsunade have similar figures!"

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"If Ai wears Tsunade's clothes… I think it will help me recapture that feeling!"

"And also, I need 'Tsunade' to appear before Mei Terumi-san."

"A renowned social expert from the Land of Fire, who shall remain nameless, once said that when multiple women are present, their instincts trigger a competitive drive, regardless of their ninja abilities. Their focus will shift to the only 'single man' present."

"That way, it'll be easier for me to work my magic, especially with someone like 'Tsunade' present. Mei Terumi-san is alone in Konoha, so she represents more than just herself."

"I think… she wouldn't want to be outdone by Konoha Princess."

"So, Ai, you can help me, right?" Gojo Kaigetsu grasped Samui's slightly trembling hand. "Just for me, please use the Tsunade cosplay set!"

Samui made one last attempt to resist. "But I don't look like Tsunade."

"It doesn't matter. Mei Terumi-san has never met Tsunade in person. After all these years, even Kirigakure's intelligence network wouldn't know these details."

"There are only two keywords to confirm Tsunade's identity: 'blonde hair' and…" Gojo Kaigetsu's gaze drifted downwards. "Or… are you unwilling to wear Tsunade's clothes for me, Ai?"

"You keep saying you'd do anything for me, but you can't even put on another woman's clothes, something anyone can do?"

"I was presumptuous. I thought with our relationship… Ai, tomorrow you should still…"

Samui's voice cracked with a hint of tears. "I'm willing!"

This time, it wasn't an act. She was genuinely crying from Gojo Kaigetsu's manipulation.

If this scene of a man's silence and a woman's tears…

A few moments later…

"Oh my god~ Ai, you're the most beautiful girl I've seen in Konoha."

"Your eyes hold the stars."

"I'll teach you ninjutsu if you teach me how to do a backflip~"

"You look… amazing in Tsunade's clothes!"

"I want to give you the most precious gift…"

Gojo Kaigetsu's compliments flowed freely.

Samui, with her tall and slender figure, looked remarkably natural in Tsunade's clothes. Her naturally fair skin gave her an even more striking appearance than Tsunade. She was dazzlingly fair and breathtakingly curvaceous.

Perhaps due to the novelty of wearing such a sleeveless top, Samui self-consciously hugged her ample bosom.

However, her every gesture inadvertently betrayed her current state of mind.

Samui's armpits were exquisite, the smooth lines flowing from her arms to her sides, the fabric clinging to the substantial curves of her breasts. Tiny, almost invisible beads of sweat dotted her smooth, jade-like skin.

People tended to sweat when nervous.

A gentle breeze rustled past, bringing a cool sensation beneath her sleeveless top, causing Samui to tighten her embrace.

'This is… so embarrassing!'

A strange thrill surged through her.

She had been suppressing herself for too long. To successfully complete her mission for Kumogakure, she constantly reminded herself to stay calm and collected.

But now, wearing Tsunade's clothes, the seal on her desires seemed to have broken. As a spy, engaging in such a daring and chaotic act was… exhilarating.

'That busty, brainless Tsunade would never imagine that her clothes are now being worn by a Kumogakure infiltrator.'

'These are… the clothes of Konoha Princess.'

Just as Gojo Kaigetsu had said, venturing deep into enemy territory alone, she no longer represented just herself but also the face of her village.

Samui even contemplated wearing these clothes back to her room tonight. In the privacy of her own space, she would thoroughly, in the way a kunoichi should, humiliate the clothes once worn by Konoha Princess.

It was like a form of "curse magic," something the traditional daimyo and rulers greatly feared!

A strange flush crept up Samui's face as bold and dangerous thoughts flooded her mind.

'Water Style jutsu materials…'

"Ai, I feel like you're thinking some very disrespectful thoughts."

"Forget it, I can't hold back any longer! Before we meet Mei Terumi, let's have a long-awaited, passionate embrace!"

"Ninja Art: Ultimate Bull Lightning Plow Hot Knife!"

"What!"

"Y-You can't touch there! You can't do that!"

"Oh ho ho ho-!"

"Ugh~ That's… too much."

…

…

By the time they emerged from the Senju Estate, the sun's intensity had subsided.

Samui's clothes were slightly disheveled, the front mesh seemingly loosened intentionally to alleviate the friction-induced discomfort.

God only knew how much stimulation Gojo Kaigetsu's Ultimate Bull Lightning Plow Hot Knife had inflicted upon her. First, he had abruptly wrapped an arm around her neck. The moderate pressure, instead of posing a threat, had momentarily blanked her mind, heightening her senses.

As for what Gojo Kaigetsu's other hand had been doing… it was best left unsaid.

Although it was brutal, he had at least maintained a semblance of a bottom line. While embarrassed and annoyed, Samui couldn't help but wonder: Initial intel suggested that Gojo Kaigetsu wasn't particularly interested in women and hadn't been involved in any romantic scandals with fellow kunoichi.

So… where did he learn the One-Finger Spear and today's Ultimate Bull Lightning Plow Hot Knife? Had he practiced them on Tsunade?

'Ugh! What a depraved Konoha ninja!'

Walking through the bustling new commercial district, Samui's new attire attracted the attention of passersby. With Gojo Kaigetsu's guidance, Samui's current appearance wasn't identical to Tsunade's but bore a seven-out-of-ten resemblance. Unless someone knew her well, they likely wouldn't notice the difference.

As expected, an elderly Konoha resident recognized Samui. "Oh my! It's Tsunade! Has Tsunade returned?!"

Tsunade's name carried considerable weight in both Konoha and the wider shinobi world.

News of "Tsunade's return" quickly spread throughout Konoha. If not for Gojo Kaigetsu calling upon Fugaku to maintain order in the new commercial district, a significant commotion might have erupted.

"Whew… Tsunade's popularity in Konoha is truly insane~"

Gojo Kaigetsu wiped the sweat from his brow.

Originally, Tsunade's prestige hadn't been this high. However, with his assistance, she had successfully reformed the Konoha Hospital before leaving the village.

These virtuous acts had propelled her reputation to new heights. Inauspiciously speaking, even if Minato suddenly passed away, Tsunade, with Gojo Kaigetsu's help, could seamlessly take over Konoha's affairs.

Looking at the flushed Samui beside him, Gojo Kaigetsu licked his lips.

The events at the Senju Estate had been a rather novel experience for him as well. No matter how close he was to Tsunade, he wouldn't have attempted something like the Ultimate Bull Lightning Plow Hot Knife. However… using it on Samui was perfectly acceptable.

Those not of my village are to be condemned! But Gojo Kaigetsu was ultimately a benevolent ninja. A death sentence could be avoided, but punishment was inevitable.

This infiltrating kunoichi would suffer greatly at the hands of Gojo-sama!

Gojo Kaigetsu considered himself quite talented in jutsu development, fully capable of rivaling Tobirama Senju.

Just like the "One-Finger Spear" he had taught Samui, the "finger" wasn't always literal. If Tsunade's "Super Strength" were applied… he couldn't imagine what kind of bizarre experience that would be.

And then there was Mei Terumi…

"Ninja Art: Melting and Boiling Double Heaven Jutsu!" Gojo Kaigetsu blurted out his thoughts without thinking.

"?"

Samui, suppressing her discomfort, subtly distanced herself from Gojo Kaigetsu, her mind returning to her mission.

She needed to provoke Mei Terumi. But now, disguised as Tsunade, how should she provoke and entice her?

First, the "entice" option could be eliminated. Samui believed that "at birth, all humans are inherently good." That left only "provocation."

'Provocation, huh…'

Samui's gaze instinctively drifted downwards, recalling the verbal confrontation she had with a drunken Tsunade.

However, would such tactics work on a kunoichi from Kirigakure?