"Eh…? Why… are we at the hospital?" Samui looked around in bewilderment.

Given Gojo Kaigetsu's nature, shouldn't he be rushing to drag her and Mei Terumi to an izakaya?

"Nothing much, just showing our faces at the hospital first." Gojo Kaigetsu casually asked a passing nurse for a mask that covered half his face and handed it to Samui.

"Put this on."

They walked through a long corridor and finally arrived at a ward filled with medical equipment.

He pushed the door open.

Mei Terumi was already waiting inside.

Mei Terumi was undeniably a mature and alluring kunoichi, a quality she seemed to possess innately. Although her bust was slightly smaller than Samui's, her natural charm was something Samui couldn't replicate.

Her green eyes hinted at unspoken desires.

At an impressive 174 centimeters, Mei Terumi towered over most kunoichi Gojo Kaigetsu knew. Her open-toed ninja sandals revealed ten delicate toes painted a pale blue.

She stood with her arms crossed, her demeanor icy.

Seeming to sense Gojo Kaigetsu's gaze, she shifted slightly, partially hiding herself behind the medical equipment.

Gojo Kaigetsu reluctantly averted his eyes.

Upon seeing the fake Tsunade, Mei Terumi's eyes flickered. "Is this… Tsunade?"

Mei Terumi frowned. She couldn't sense any chakra fluctuations from Tsunade; she seemed like an normal person. However, a Sannin was still a Sannin. Perhaps the power difference was so vast that she couldn't perceive the threat.

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Hmm… it all checked out.

If this were the Mei Terumi of the past, completely loyal to her village, she might have pricked her finger with a kunai, asking Tsunade to demonstrate her medical ninjutsu to prove her identity.

But now… Mei Terumi, heartbroken by her faithless village, had lost that drive. The Fourth Hokage would be saved in the end; as long as the result was achieved, the process didn't matter to her.

Mei Terumi spoke indifferently, "Since Tsunade-sama has arrived, I will contact my village to follow up on the cooperation."

Tsunade? Cooperation? What was going on? Samui frowned inwardly. Something felt off. Gojo Kaigetsu was hiding something from her.

"Come on, Mei-san, why are you so cold to me?" Gojo Kaigetsu dramatically exclaimed. "I've been running around for your sake all day, even pulling strings to get Tsunade-sama here, and this is how you treat me?"

"…What do you want?"

"You're the most beautiful girl I've ever seen from the Land of Water. Teach me your Konoha dialect, and you can show me your Lava Release and Boil Release, okay?"

"?"

The same question mark appeared in the minds of both kunoichi.

Mei Terumi glanced at Tsunade; for a fleeting moment, she sensed hostility.

She was well aware of Gojo Kaigetsu's intentions toward her. From the moment he specifically requested her presence in Konoha for an "exchange of knowledge," she understood everything.

Learning was a pretense… "Exchange" was the true purpose.

This unspoken rule was something Mei Terumi was prepared for. Over the next ten years, she would slowly reel in this Konoha fish, securing benefits for her future.

Yes, her future, not the village's.

Mei Terumi was gradually shifting her focus from the village to herself. This shift in focus brought a change in perspective.

She once fantasized about her future partner: a handsome and powerful ninja, capable of lifting Kirigakure out of its poverty and backwardness. He didn't need to be stronger than her, but he had to be ambitious, not some aimless, good-for-nothing ninja.

Based on these criteria, Gojo Kaigetsu seemed to fit the bill. He held a high position in Konoha. If she played her cards right and secured a legitimate marriage… it wouldn't be a bad outcome.

Love didn't matter; as long as it provided her with greater opportunities for advancement.

However, throughout their interactions, Gojo Kaigetsu had been too greedy and impatient, constantly steering their conversations towards that topic.

He clearly wanted to skip the "romance" and go straight for the physical aspect. Disgusting! He lacked the slightest bit of gentlemanly conduct.

Perhaps… this was the game adult ninja played.

Mei Terumi abandoned her fantasies, her expression growing indifferent. Fine, she would treat it as a transaction. She would give Gojo Kaigetsu what he desired most, and in return, he would give her what she desired – power!

The kind of power that made even a man like Gonbee bow and scrape!

Kirigakure had broken her heart; she wouldn't return! Once the ten years were up, she would return to Kirigakure as the most powerful woman in Konoha. No matter who was in charge, they would obey her commands!

This was her revenge!

The revenge of a heartbroken, seemingly weak Chunin!

Of course, she would still complete the missions currently assigned by her village. It would be her final farewell to her past. From then on, she would owe them nothing!

After a long silence, Mei Terumi spoke again. "I have something to discuss with you privately. Could Tsunade-sama excuse us for a moment?"

No!

Samui felt a surge of inexplicable unease. As an elite ANBU operative of Kumogakure, her sharp instincts warned her that Mei Terumi might jeopardize her plans.

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What if, hypothetically, Gojo Kaigetsu was a lecherous ninja, a fact she had already confirmed firsthand? What if Mei Terumi had no boundaries and decided to sleep with him, representing the face of Kirigakure in such a manner?

Based on Samui's understanding of lecherous ninja, they judged everything based on physicality. Talking about feelings with them was pointless. Just like Gojo Kaigetsu today, before leaving the village, he wanted to give her a "most precious gift." Now, upon returning, he wanted to give another kunoichi the same "most precious gift."

'Mei Terumi… will she uphold her chastity as a kunoichi?'

Samui pondered. It was strange that she, whose own situation was precarious, was worrying about a kunoichi from another village.

'If Mei Terumi is that kind of wanton kunoichi without boundaries, it would be unrealistic to expect Gojo Kaigetsu to choose me over her…'

'Unless-'

'I have to be ahead of Mei Terumi and win Gojo Kaigetsu's favor even more!'

What did Gojo Kaigetsu like?

Samui already knew the answer, both in theory and practice!

If this were a test, Samui was confident in achieving first place, with Gojo Kaigetsu himself coming in second.

But could she voice her objection now? Probably not.

Gojo Kaigetsu was practically throwing himself at her. If she foolishly walked away now, even her guaranteed top spot in his affections would be for naught.

'After I return, I can't hesitate any longer.'

'I can't catch Gojo Kaigetsu if I cling to my chastity!'

Samui steeled her resolve. Like a defeated blonde, she silently opened the ward door and retreated.

...

Afternoon. Hospital room. A man and a woman alone…

Gojo Kaigetsu leaned back casually, a smirk playing on his lips. "So, Mei-san, what secrets did you want to share with me after dismissing Tsunade-sama?"

"I want power!"

"Huh…?"

Gojo Kaigetsu was taken aback. So direct?

He knew there was a rift between Mei Terumi and Kirigakure, but he didn't expect the rupture to come so quickly. He, the butterfly of time and space, had truly landed on Mei Terumi's lower abdomen.

Feigning ignorance, Gojo Kaigetsu asked, "What kind of power are you referring to, Mei-san?"

"I've done my research on you, Gojo Kaigetsu." Mei Terumi spoke frankly. "You rose from a civilian Chunin to become an advisor to the most powerful village in the shinobi world. I don't know how you did it, but you're impressive."

"I've observed the development of various villages. After the Third Shinobi World War, Konoha, despite suffering the most damage, has experienced the fastest post-war growth."

"Whether it's Konoha's new commercial district, trade policies, foreign affairs, or medical reforms… many things, though untraceable to you directly, my instincts tell me you're involved!"

"Many say you became a Hokage advisor because of your connection to Minato Namikaze, that you're just lucky. But no one knows the effort you've put in. All your accomplishments are brushed aside as 'luck'… I understand that!"

"In the realm of politics, I, Mei Terumi, acknowledge you as the strongest."

"Ah… it's not that impressive."

What was with all this flattery? Show me some concrete action, Sister~ Gojo-sama wasn't here for validation.

Of course, being praised so lavishly by Mei Terumi felt undeniably good.

Gojo Kaigetsu knew that Mei Terumi, having survived and thrived in the extreme environment of Kirigakure with two Kekkei Genkai, possessed both exceptional ninja talent and political prowess, making her a top-tier player in the shinobi world.

Keeping her in Kirigakure would undoubtedly be a major obstacle to Konoha's future unification of the shinobi world. She could very well become the commander of some "Anti-Konoha Four Great Villages Alliance."

Therefore, he absolutely couldn't allow Mei Terumi to remain in Kirigakure. He needed to sow discord between her and her village before she reached her full potential, perhaps even swaying her loyalty to Konoha.

"You want my body, don't you?"

Mei Terumi placed a hand on her breast, her tone certain. "It's normal. In Kirigakure, lowly ninja often offer themselves to the village elders for a better life."

"I thought I could maintain my chastity, relying on my own strength to reach the top and become the Mizukage. But now, it seems there's no real difference between me and them."

"The only difference is that even if I offer myself, I, Mei Terumi, will only offer myself to the most powerful and influential man in the shinobi world."

"Gojo Kaigetsu, I believe you are that man in Konoha. With your political maneuvering and connections to Minato Namikaze and Tsunade, even if you aren't now, you will be eventually."

"So… I initially wanted to get to know you better. But since you're so impatient, I'll be frank. I don't care how disgusting your true nature is or what unsavory habits you have."

"As long as you give me the power I want, the power to take revenge on that disgusting Kirigakure, you can do whatever you want with this body."

Hiss-

Gojo Kaigetsu couldn't help but gasp. Was this the intensity of love turned to hate? What a… ruthless woman, and he loved it.

Direct and straightforward, truly invincible. Skipping the tedious romance and fast-forwarding straight to the passionate clash of body and soul!

Fight!

But… why did she think her body alone could buy Gojo-sama's power? He had at least two other backups just like her!

Overconfident woman, how disappointing.

"Heh..Mei Terumi, I sense your overbearing aura! I understand your ambition!"

"I'm pleased you're sharing your heart with me, but I'm displeased that you overestimate the value of your body."

"With my power, I can have any beauty I desire."

As if anticipating his response, Mei Terumi spoke seductively, "I possess Lava Release and Boil Release, two Kekkei Genkai. My talent as a ninja far surpasses normal people. I'm confident in reaching at least elite Jonin level within ten years."

"And you… Gojo Kaigetsu, are nothing but a civilian ninja, without even a Kekkei Genkai."

"You also want your power to endure, don't you? Tainting my noble bloodline with your mediocre, common blood… could improve the ninja talent of your offspring~"

Fight!

This woman!

Gojo Kaigetsu couldn't deny his physical attraction. In this aspect, even Samui, disguised as Tsunade, couldn't compare to Mei Terumi.

"You're so seductive~"

"Only for you."

Mei Terumi knew how to entice a man, even though she had never practiced it on another. Her maturity and allure were purely instinctive. With just a few words, she had the most powerful man in the shinobi world practically writhing in anticipation.

"That's not enough~ I need to see your value~" Gojo Kaigetsu nodded. "But before that, Mei-san, show me your integrity~"

"Hmph, integrity? You cunning man."

Mei Terumi pouted. Although she hadn't secured Gojo Kaigetsu's immediate agreement, this was practically the best outcome she could have hoped for.

She placed her hands on her hips, preparing to slowly shed her outer layers.

However, Gojo Kaigetsu stopped her.

"Have you forgotten what I said earlier, Mei-san?" Gojo Kaigetsu reminded her. "I want you to demonstrate your Lava Release and Boil Release."

"?"

Seriously? This man was insane! Performing jutsu at a time like this? She had already been this forward, and he was still playing the righteous gentleman?

Mei Terumi felt a surge of annoyance. "Ninjutsu… is for killing, not for show."

"I think you misunderstand, Mei-san."

Gojo Kaigetsu changed the subject. "Let's review the history of ninjutsu."

"Aside from Lightning Release, most nature transformations within the Five Basic Nature Transformations are produced internally through chakra manipulation and released through the mouth."

"Huh? So what?" Mei Terumi asked, confused.

Despite her maturity, she was still a naive eighteen-year-old girl. In the information-scarce shinobi world, it was difficult to be corrupted without actively seeking out such things.

She couldn't grasp the implications of Gojo Kaigetsu's words.

"So… Mei-san's Lava Release and Boil Release are also released through the mouth, correct?"

"That's right. Why?"

Mei Terumi was gradually being led astray. Due to her limited understanding of Gojo Kaigetsu, she still believed he was a righteous gentleman, merely interested in Kekkei Genkai.

"What about temperature and properties? Can you control them?"

"If the chakra output is low… yes."

"Then, let's do it!"

Gojo Kaigetsu flashed over to Tsunade's hospital bed, sprawling out in a relaxed shape.

"Do what?"

"Lava Release represents tingling numbness, Boil Release represents warmth. You can… swallow, you can… spit~"

"Swallow, spit… what…"

Suddenly, Mei Terumi's face flushed crimson. Realization dawned upon her as she instinctively covered her mouth. "That's filthy! How could you?! That's where… you know… that comes from!"

"Lava Release and Boil Release can cleanse any filth!"