"So..."
"Along with the thunder... dissipate!"
Ignoring Hiruko's seemingly dumbfounded expression and Shizune's wide-open mouth next to him, Yu manipulated Kaio in the alternate space, the open gate absorbing the destructive thunderbolt that had instantly descended upon his head completely. A trace of melancholy crossed Yu's eyes after absorbing the remnants of destruction.
Open Gate on the water's surface!
Following Hiruko's fearful gaze, it was observed that the water surface on which he lay had been transformed into a door that instantly opened, revealing a bizarre ink-green space inside, as if leading to the abyss of hell.
"This is... could it be?!"
Sensing the alternate space gate opening behind him out of nowhere, Hiruko's heart shook violently, and his eyes, radiating red light, were finally covered with a layer of lifeless gray.
Boom!
The sudden burst of thunder seemed to shake the entire earth vigorously.
The thunderbolts that had originally descended from the sky were directly redirected by Yu, forcefully blasting out from the dimensional gate beneath Hiruko.
The overwhelmingly shocking momentum seemed to form a pillar of thunder reaching towards the sky, and the destructive power instantly engulfed Hiruko, crushing him into fine powder.
"That guy..."
"He... he was actually killed by his own Ninjutsu..."
With a somewhat dazed gaze, watching the destruction flash of thunder leading to the sky in front of them, Shizune, supporting Tsunade beside her, had a face full of shock and confusion.
"It's over..."
Looking at Hiruko dissolving into dust in the midst of the destructive thunderous light, Yu finally withdrew his gaze. He muttered almost inaudibly, "Chimera Jutsu... If that guy had successfully gathered all five Kekkei Genkai, perhaps it could really bring a different change to this world..."
"By the way... making such a big commotion..."
Speaking, Yu's gaze shifted, falling on Tsunade, who was still sleeping soundly in Shizune's arms after getting drunk. A wry smile appeared at the corner of his mouth, "This tipsy cat still hasn't woken up, huh?"
A cascade of slightly disheveled pale golden locks fell, and a delicate flush of post-drinking adorned the face of the princess Tsunade, appearing even more tender than an ordinary twenty-year-old girl. Coupled with the deadly weapons that were peaking out of her chest, the whole body of the intoxicated princess exuded an irresistible charm.
Although there were no other thoughts in his heart, Yu, who had experienced a previous life, couldn't help but feel a strange fluctuation in his heart.
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"Tsunade-sama is really... I wonder how much she drank this time..."
Following Yu's somewhat unusual gaze, Shizune subconsciously lowered her head to look at the sleeping Tsunade in her arms, wearing a helpless smile on her face.
However, in the next moment, as if suddenly remembering something, Shizune widened her eyes and looked at Yu up and down, as if scrutinizing a strange creature. "But come to think of it... you, you're really the disciple of the Third Hokage-sama, that legendary..."
"Ah, that... I forgot I haven't introduced myself yet."
Just as Shizune was about to speak, Yu suddenly realized and interrupted her, wearing a slight smile as he introduced himself, "I'm Yakushi Yu. According to seniority, I should be considered Tsunade Senpai's junior. Hello."
"It's really you! I didn't expect you to be even younger than I imagined..."
Hearing Yu speak of his identity, Shizune's black eyes instantly burst with a peculiar light. "And... and the rumors outside describe you as a monster with three heads and six arms, capable of swallowing a battlefield in one breath, but I didn't expect..."
As she continued, Shizune's voice almost became inaudible. Seeing Shizune's reaction, Yu couldn't help but wear a wry smile once again.
In the ninja world, rumors have always been exaggerated. Considering his achievements in the Third Great Ninja War, dispelling such exaggerated rumors would not be easy in the short term.
"Yu-sama!!"
"Yu-sama!!"
At that moment, two crisp voices rang out from afar, and the two little devils, Haku and Kimimaro, were swiftly approaching them.
Originally, they were instructed by Yu to wait in Tanzaku Quarters, but with the exaggerated commotion caused by the battle between Yu and Hiruko, Haku and Kimimaro hurriedly ran over, worried about Yu's safety.
"Who are these two?"
Watching the two children display remarkable speed, arriving in front of Yu and herself in the blink of an eye, Shizune's face showed a hint of curiosity.
Judging from the skills of Haku and Kimimaro, it was evident that they had already reached the level of Genin. It's worth noting that even in the five major ninja villages, achieving such strength at such a young age is rare.
Moreover, both young boys were handsome and extraordinary. Haku was gentle and delicate, while Kimimaro was stern and remarkable, easily eliciting a favorable impression from anyone who laid eyes on them.
"Haku and Kimimaro."
Feeling the nervous gazes of the two children, a warm feeling surged in Yu's heart. He introduced their identities to Shizune, "These two are orphans I found during my mission in the Water Country this time. They are now my companions and subordinates."
"Hello, I'm Shizune, and this is Tsunade-sama."
Hearing Yu reveal that Haku and Kimimaro were orphans, Shizune couldn't help but soften her gaze. Since her uncle, Dan, died in the Second Great Ninja War, she, too, had been following Tsunade as an orphan.
"Well, it's getting late."
"We should head back, Haku, Kimimaro."
Naturally, Yu couldn't fathom Shizune's current thoughts. He glanced at the devastated grasslands and forests around them, along with the approaching night. Turning around, he prepared to leave.
"Please... please wait!"
Seeing Yu about to leave, Shizune was surprised but didn't know how to address him. "Yu-sama, don't you plan to wait until Tsunade-sama wakes up before leaving?"
In terms of seniority, Shizune should address Yu as "master" However, looking at the handsome young man who was six years younger than her, Shizune found herself unable to utter those words.
"Tsunade?"
Hearing the voice, Yu turned slightly and glanced at Tsunade, the big, sleeping sheep still nestled in Shizune's arms, a faint smile playing on his lips.
"Maybe not..."
After retracting his gaze, Yu left without looking back, leaving behind a carefree silhouette in Shizune's eyes. "Let's consider today a chance encounter. If fate allows, perhaps we might meet again in Konoha someday."
Maybe by that day...
The tipsy cat in your arms has become the Fifth Hokage of Konoha...
Gazing blankly at Yu's departing figure with Haku and Kimimaro, Shizune watched them vanish into the night until they were no longer visible. Only then did she withdraw her gaze, supporting Tsunade in her arms as she walked away in the opposite direction.
Yakushi Yu, huh...
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