chsdbacks Chapter 129: Shall we drink iced tea?
Chapter 129: Shall we drink iced tea?
"In the 231st year of the Ninja Era, the Senju clan chief died in battle."
"In the 232nd year of the Ninja Calendar, the Senju successfully resisted the combined forces of the Uchiha and Hagoromo. Although they suffered heavy casualties, Senju Tsuru distinguished himself in this battle."
"In the 233rd year of the Ninja Era, the Uzumaki clan, with their Reaper Death Seal, achieved a great victory over the Hozuki clan, and their power shook the southeastern seas."
"In the 235th year of the Ninja Era, Senju Tsuru overpowered all the other heroes and officially took over as the head of the Senju clan."
Having finished recording, the immortal Fukasaku slowly closed the history book and let out a heavy sigh of relief.
"Black Zetsu is pretty good, you've really got some skills!"
"I'm amazed," Fukasaku exclaimed.
Who could have imagined that Senju Tsuru, who was considered a good-for-nothing five years ago, would rise to power under Black Zetsu's machinations and eventually take control of the Senju clan?
"However, this was also within my expectations. Brother Black Zetsu is very talented."
The hermit of Fukasaku raised his eyes and looked out of the study, his gaze passing through the layers of toad vines and landing on the winding mountain path of Mount Myōboku.
Silver utility poles have been erected along the mountain road, gleaming coldly in the sunlight, creating a charming contrast with the rustic mountain scenery.
"Times are changing so fast..."
Fukasaku sighed softly, noting that the technology that Gamamaru had devoted himself to researching had now taken root in Mount Myōboku and was developing rapidly.
In recent years, Wanci has been vigorously promoting the popularization of science and technology.
First, the power system was successfully built, bringing a continuous stream of light to the entire Myobok Mountain.
Following closely behind, novel items such as radios and televisions appeared one after another.
The toads sat around the radio, listening to the broadcasts of news from Mount Myōboku and updates on the ninja world.
As night falls, the television displays vivid images, becoming a daily pastime for the people of Myoboku-san.
Even more excitingly, a dedicated film studio was established at Mount Myoboku.
White Zetsu transforms into all sorts of actors, either playing legendary figures in the ninja world or performing original adventure stories.
One excellent film after another was released, attracting the toads and white zealots of Mount Myoboku to flock to the cinema to watch them.
Including the White Zetsu and the toads, the population of Mount Myōboku has reached nearly 100,000, and this number continues to increase rapidly.
Faced with such a large population, Manji immediately activated and implemented a currency system to ensure the normal operation of Mount Myoboku, thus maintaining the mountain's function.
The land of the Thousand Hands Clan.
Clan Head's Mansion
In the very center, a thousand-armed crane stood before the desk, his fingertips tracing the yellowed clan records.
Who would have thought that the boy who was still immature five years ago has now shed his naivety and his eyes are filled with the composure and decisiveness of a clan leader.
In recent years, with Black Zetsu's assistance, he not only stabilized the aftermath of the Senju Clan war, but also gradually organized the clan's forces into a well-ordered manner, and his desire for revenge became increasingly firm.
"Now that the Thousand Hands Clan has recovered its strength, it is the perfect time to strike."
"We should unite with the Uzumaki clan and wage war against the Uchiha."
Black Zetsu's voice whispered in Senju Tsuru's ear, offering a suggestion.
"rational."
Upon hearing this, Senju Tsuru nodded slowly and firmly, her voice steady and powerful: "Yes, I think so too."
He paused, then added, "In recent years, rumors have circulated in the ninja world that the Uzumaki clan seems to have mastered an extremely terrifying power."
"Exactly."
Black Zetsu continued, "It's a sealing technique that can kill the enemy along with the user, the Reaper Death Seal. It's said that this technique has never failed, and its power is terrifying."
Senju Tsuru's brows furrowed with seriousness: "Indeed, such power is enough to sway the course of the battle, which is fortunate for us."
"However, the Uzumaki clan has just finished a great battle with the Hozuki clan and is severely weakened. Will they agree to join forces?"
Senju Tsuru changed the subject, revealing a hint of hesitation.
Upon hearing this, Black Zetsu chuckled softly, abruptly changing the subject: "Hey, Tsuru, you don't seem to be married yet, do you?"
Senju Tsuru was taken aback, then scratched her head, her tone hesitant: "Sage, you wouldn't be suggesting I marry the princess of the Uzumaki clan, would you?"
"Exactly."
Black Zetsu nodded without hesitation, his tone natural.
"If you don't get married soon, you'll be too old."
"Moreover, you are the head of the Senju clan. If the Uzumaki clan were to form a marriage alliance with you, it would not only solidify the relationship but also allow them to use the power of the Senju to restore their fighting strength. There is no reason for them to refuse."
Senju Tsuru glanced down at the clan affairs on the table, then silently glanced at Black Zetsu, which remained attached to her hand.
I have indeed been feeling somewhat repressed these past few years, and with Black Zetsu constantly relying on me, there are many things I can't do.
In recent years, I've been preoccupied with revenge and clan affairs, and I've indeed neglected my personal matters. This marriage alliance was truly a clever move.
Moreover, the older Senjutsu Crane gets, the less interested she becomes in marriage.
I might have thought about having a perfect relationship before getting married, but now, things are different.
"it is good."
Thousand Hands Crane raised her eyes, her gaze hardening once more: "I will immediately send someone to the Whirlpool Clan's territory to propose a marriage alliance."
Black Zetsu smiled upon hearing this. Thousand Hands Crane had become much more shrewd than before, and understood better how to prioritize the interests of the clan.
Willing to sacrifice personal happiness for the sake of their people.
From that moment on, Black Zetsu understood that Senju Tsuru was no longer the Senju Tsuru of the past; he had become the true clan leader!
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On the other side, Manji slowly walked towards Kaguya's courtyard.
I knocked symbolically on the door, and as soon as I opened it, the room was plunged into darkness, with only the screen of a television shining with a warm yellow glow.
As soon as Manji stepped into the room, he keenly sensed Kaguya.
Then, a series of soft sobs drifted into his ears.
Wanci frowned slightly and walked forward slowly with light steps.
Where the gaze fell, there was Kaguya Otsutsuki nestled in a soft sofa.
She wore only a loose yet flowing light-colored short-sleeved shirt, which draped loosely over her shoulders, outlining the smooth lines of her shoulders and neck, with her collarbone faintly visible beneath the fabric.
She wore only a pair of tight denim shorts on her lower body, revealing her long, fair legs.
She hugged her knees, buried her face in her arms, and repeatedly wiped her reddened eyes with a tissue. Tears fell one after another onto the sofa, leaving small wet patches.
When Manji came in, Kaguya looked up at him with teary eyes, her nose twitching slightly.
Ten thousand times, his brow furrowed.
Why are you crying?
Wanci asked in a calm voice.
Kaguya sniffed, wiped away her tears with her fingertips, and said in a heavily nasal voice, "The romance drama filmed at Mount Myōboku was so touching... The male and female leads couldn't be together in the end, and it made me feel sad."
"That's it?"
Wanci's expression tightened instantly, and he understood.
It turns out they got angry over such a trivial matter.
Since the popularization of science and technology at Mount Myoboku, various films and television dramas have also emerged.
Romance dramas, historical dramas, horror movies... you can even find pornographic films featuring frogs.
It's just that the audience is small.
0 people want to watch a pornographic film featuring two toads.
Kaguya rarely goes out. She spends most of her time in the courtyard reading or watching TV dramas. Over time, she has become a true homebody.
Manji stood there, looking at Kaguya who was still sobbing on the sofa, but he had no intention of comforting her.
"Aren't you even trying to comfort me?"
Kaguya said with dissatisfaction.
She remained nestled in the fluffy sofa, her loose, light-colored short-sleeved shirt slipping down even further, fully revealing her smooth shoulders and neck, her delicate collarbones rising and falling gently with her breath.
Her tight denim shorts barely reached her waist, and her long, fair legs were crossed and rested on the edge of the sofa, her skin glowing with a warm luster in the light.
Thousands of gazes swept across her face, but it was as if they were passing by an ordinary scene, without lingering for even a moment.
He simply spoke:
"Kaguya, are you done crying?!"
"I can't be bothered with your stuff. I'm not in the mood for your bullshit love stories. I have important business to discuss with you."
Kaguya choked up, her heart suddenly feeling even more choked up.
She was still immersed in the sadness of the TV series, her eyes were red, and the tip of her nose was red. She was hoping for a kind word to comfort her, but Wanci was different. He kept talking about business and didn't care about her grievances at all.
What a cold-blooded and boring man...
She suppressed her grievances and didn't press the matter further, casually picking up the glass bottle of iced tea from the table.
I unscrewed the cap and took a big gulp.
"Gulp..."
The cool iced tea slid down my throat, calming my emotions a little.
Wanci's gaze fell on the bottle of iced tea, a clear look of surprise flashing in his eyes.
"Is this what you usually drink?"
Wanci couldn't help but ask.
Kaguya, with a sip of iced tea in her mouth, puffed out her cheeks and nodded slowly, her voice slightly nasal from just finishing her drink:
"uh-huh."
She raised her hand and shook the iced tea, which was still more than half full.
"Otherwise what? All you can drink on Mount Myoboku is water and iced tea."
"I wouldn't dare touch those toad-infused insect soups or insect-based foods you're offering; they're too disgusting."