chsdbacks Chapter 517 I clearly like it... so why are so many people fighting over it!
Chapter 517 I clearly like it... so why are so many people fighting over it!
At the border base's training grounds, dust billowed as ninjutsu and taijutsu clashed.
When the small, fully-formed Susanoo controlled by Uchiha Mitsuhide, like a giant orange bird slicing through the azure sky, slowly landed on the plaza of the Border Mirror Base, the noisy sounds froze for half a second.
All the ninjas instinctively stopped what they were doing, their eyes fixed on the Susanoo, filled with awe.
The enormous Susanoo slowly disappeared, turning into tiny orange-red specks of light.
Then, Tsunade and the three peaks of Uchiha appeared together in the plaza.
Tsunade's long yellow hair was tied into a neat ponytail, and she wore traditional casual clothes that clung tightly to her body, outlining her enviable curves.
She simply stood there calmly, without any deliberate exertion of pressure. It was only because of the long-standing reputation of the Legendary Sannin of Konoha that the Konoha ninja around her subconsciously held their breath.
"Lady Tsunade has arrived at the border base!"
A young ninja holding a kunai was the first to react, his voice filled with barely suppressed excitement.
The surrounding ninjas instantly perked up, their weary eyes flashing with awe.
Some people subconsciously straightened their hunched backs, completely unaware that the pain from their wounds made them wince... Others nudged their companions hard with their elbows, speaking in hushed tones, their voices filled with ecstatic joy.
In this war-torn border region where casualties occur daily, the arrival of Tsunade, one of the Legendary Sannin, not only signifies the addition of top-tier medical combat power, enabling the saving of more comrades' lives, but also acts as a shot in the arm, instantly boosting morale that was on the verge of collapse.
Uchiha Ami clenched her fists tightly in the crowd, her fingers turning slightly reddish-white from the force of her grip.
She wore a black short jacket embroidered with the Uchiha clan crest, her long, dark hair loosely cascading over her shoulders, and fine beads of sweat glistening on her forehead.
His once bright eyes were now filled with gloom, fixed on Tsunade beside Uchiha Mitsuhide, a sense of crisis surging in his eyes that he could not hide.
"Brother Sanfeng... brought another woman back... and it's Princess Tsunade...!"
She bit her lower lip, her teeth almost drawing blood.
Tsunade's beauty was renowned throughout the ninja world. No one could compare to her in terms of figure, strength, or status, which intensified the unease in Tsunade's heart.
When Uchiha Ami was very young, she had a crush on her neighbor, the older brother Sanfeng.
Over the years, she remembered all his preferences and worked hard to improve herself, only wanting to become someone worthy of him.
But recently, new women have been appearing around Brother Sanfeng.
Now, even someone like Tsunade has been brought back to the base by him, and they stand side by side so calmly.
Uchiha Mitsunori paid no attention to the commotion around him or Ami's strange behavior. He gently patted the dust off Tsunade's shoulder, a natural and affectionate gesture. Then his gaze swept across the crowd and landed on three tall and upright Uchiha ninjas.
Those three were all his trusted confidants, whom he had personally promoted and who had been tested on countless battlefields.
"Iron fire, rice fire, dragon fire."
He spoke, his tone calm yet carrying a penetrating authority that drowned out the whispers in the room.
"From today onwards, all matters concerning the border base, including daily training, resource allocation, and the care of the wounded, will be handled entirely by Tsunade. I will only be responsible for... coordinating emergency operations and major decisions."
Upon hearing this, the three of them slammed their right hands heavily onto the Uchiha clan crest on their left chests.
Then, the three of them straightened their chests and replied in unison, "Understood!"
Tsunade raised an eyebrow, a slightly lazy smile playing on her lips, but she did not refuse.
She nodded slightly, her gaze sweeping over the three of them, and said in a calm and authoritative tone, "From now on, each of you shall perform your duties. The intensity of training shall be adjusted as needed. Seriously injured personnel must be sent to the medical tent immediately, and no delays are allowed. Those with minor injuries shall be treated by auxiliary medical ninjas to avoid wasting medical resources. If you have any difficult medical or administrative issues, you may contact me directly."
She is the Princess of the Thousand Hands, who has been wandering the ninja world for many years and is more than capable of handling the daily affairs of the base.
As she spoke, her gaze inadvertently swept over Uchiha Ami in the crowd, catching the hostility in the other's eyes, but she simply looked away and didn't take it to heart.
Uchiha Mitsunori nodded in satisfaction, then led her into the depths of the base.
As Uchiha Ami watched the two figures walk away side by side, the boy tall and straight like a pine tree, the girl radiant like a sunset, their perfectly matched appearance stinging her eyes.
She felt both angry and aggrieved, but she could only suppress her surging emotions and let the bitter tears well up in her eyes.
She was unwilling to give up, and would never give up easily.
The western side of the base is the living area of the vortex immigrants, which is completely different from the grim and tense atmosphere of other areas, and has a rare tranquility and vitality.
Wildflowers grow in abundance in the courtyard. A gentle breeze blows, and petals of various colors flutter down onto the bluestone path.
The Whirlpool people here all wear traditional Whirlpool clothing, with intricate whirlpool patterns embroidered on their lapels.
Upon seeing the arrival of the Uchiha Sanfeng, everyone stopped what they were doing.
Everyone bowed respectfully, their waists bent low, and called out in awe, "Lord Sanfeng!"
A woman in a light blue dress walked briskly forward, her skirt brushing against the petals on the ground.
Her features were gentle, with a faint smile at the corners of her eyes, and her hair was tied with the blue rope unique to the Whirlpool Clan.
Chinatsu Uzumaki's gaze lingered on Tsunade for a moment, noticing their intimate actions, before quickly looking away.
"Chinatsu Uzumaki... That's Tsunade... You should have heard of her..."
Uchiha Mitsumine introduced them, his tone softening slightly as he gently released his arm from Tsunade's, indicating that the two had met.
"She is a top medical ninja in the ninja world and has a deep understanding of sealing techniques. In the future, you will train under her and combine medical ninjutsu with the sealing techniques of the Uzumaki clan to create a specialized combat team that can both heal and seal."
He had long planned ahead. The sealing talent of the Uzumaki clan and Tsunade's medical abilities complemented each other, which could not only make up for the lack of medical resources at the base, but also form a special combat force, which would become an important help for him in his struggle for the Hokage position.
Upon hearing this, Chinatsu Uzumaki gave Tsunade another serious look.
The woman before him possessed a powerful yet unassuming aura, with clear and calm eyes that exuded an inexplicable sense of closeness.
She immediately bowed deeply, her waist bent very low, and said in a sincere tone, "Yes, Lady Mimine... Thank you so much for finding such a powerful mentor for us. Our Uzumaki clan will forever remember this kindness... We hope that Lady Tsunade will continue to guide us in the future!"
The Uzumaki clan members behind her also bowed in greeting. The younger generation of ninjas had eyes full of expectation, while the older clan members looked pleased, clearly having full confidence in Tsunade.
Tsunade looked at the Uzumaki clansmen in front of her and nodded slightly, her gaze softening.
"No need for formalities, I will impart all my knowledge. First, show me your existing medical and sealing foundations, including potion formulas, talisman patterns, and the clan members' chakra control. Then, based on each person's talents and weaknesses, I will develop a targeted training plan to avoid blind training."
She is always decisive and efficient in her work. Once she takes on a task, she will do her best and be responsible to the Uzumaki clan.
After explaining the situation here, Uchiha Mitsunori turned and left the vortex area.
He walked along the winding cobblestone path towards his own private courtyard. Unidentified wildflowers grew on both sides of the path, and a gentle breeze carried their fragrance, dispelling the heat around him.
Around his small courtyard, several camellias in full bloom were planted, their petals still glistening with morning dew, shimmering in the sunlight.
On the stone table in the center of the courtyard, there was an exquisite set of celadon teaware. The remaining tea in the cups was still warm, and next to it was a freshly made white pastry, which emitted a faint fragrance of osmanthus.
Uchiha Mitsunori glanced at the osmanthus cake on the stone table, a faint smile flashing in his eyes, but he didn't linger.
As soon as he stepped into the courtyard, Uchiha Ami immediately came to greet him.
Her eyes were already red, and fine teardrops clung to her long eyelashes, trembling gently like butterfly wings covered in dew.
She bit her lower lip, her eyes filled with suppressed grievance, and her voice trembled slightly.
"Brother Sanfeng, why did you bring Lady Tsunade back too...? Do you... have something going on with her too?"
Halfway through her sentence, she could no longer control her emotions and choked up, unable to continue. She could only bite her lip tightly, her eyes filled with accusation, resentment, and vulnerability as she looked at Sanfeng, as if she was about to cry at any moment.
Over the years, she had given silently, thinking she could always warm his heart, but he brought back other women time and time again, making her persistence meaningless.
Uchiha Mitsunori looked at her tearful, pitiful appearance and remained silent for a moment.
He frowned slightly, but ultimately offered no words of comfort. He knew Yamei's feelings, understood her sacrifices over the years, and was well aware of her current unease.
"I was able to bring Tsunade back, which is naturally my ability... Besides, Tsunade is my woman... From now on, you'll be in the same base, seeing each other all the time, so you have to get along well... Don't be childish."
He spoke in a commanding tone, exhaling deeply as a response to her years of dedication.
Although she already had a vague suspicion in her heart, Uchiha Ami couldn't help but tear up when she heard her brother Sanfeng's straightforward words.
She bit her lip gently, her shoulders trembling slightly, her heart filled with resentment and grievance.
Then, tears finally streamed down her cheeks like beads, dripping onto her clothes and leaving a small wet patch.
I was the one who met Brother Sanfeng first, I was the one who fell in love with him first... I did so much for him... Why are there always so many people trying to steal him away... This is so unfair!