After entering Tanshu Street, Arata wandered leisurely, not actively searching for Tsunade, but instead experiencing the local culture. After all, she could not escape anyway, and he was in no hurry.
Yet, as fate would have it, they still met sooner than expected.
However, Arata never imagined that he would encounter Tsunade not in a casino or tavern, but while strolling down the street with snacks in hand, chewing on a giant grilled squid.
A golden-haired woman with a voluptuous figure and commanding presence strode forward, complaining loudly as she walked.
Beside her, Shizune followed with a gentle smile, holding a small pig in her arms.
The two groups brushed past one another.
This was Arata's first time seeing Tsunade since arriving in this world.
He had to admit that she truly lived up to her reputation ....even more beautiful and captivating than depicted in the original story.
When she was young, Tsunade had been pitifully flat-chested, even causing children to cry upon seeing her. Jiraiya often mocked her mercilessly.
Arata seriously suspected that her dramatic later development resulted from her unparalleled medical ninjutsu.
Now, Tsunade possessed not only a broad chest, but also a graceful figure, flawless skin, and striking charm. Any man with ill intentions would quickly be sent flying ....quite literally.
With her monstrous strength, even the physically dominant Raikage could not compare.
Those who dared harass her either left with broken limbs or were carried away on stretchers. Over time, no one dared trouble her again.
Arata was deeply impressed by her presence.
Thanks to the Yin Seal taught by her grandmother, Tsunade's appearance remained perpetually youthful, fixed at the peak of her beauty.
As she passed by, Arata's gaze lingered on her, watching until she disappeared into the distance.
Yet, beyond his line of sight, Tsunade suddenly frowned.
As one of the legendary Sannin, she had experienced countless battles and encountered all types of people.
Though Arata had concealed all ninja markings, Tsunade still sensed that the handsome man who had been staring at her was no ordinary passerby.
And so, their destinies quietly intersected.
Although Tsunade did not pay much attention to the ninja who had suddenly appeared, after all, with her strength, she could easily kill 99.9% of ninjas, this unexpected encounter still meant that trouble was likely approaching.
After all, Tanshu Street lay within the Land of Fire. If a ninja appeared here, it was highly likely that they were from Konoha Village.
Given her identity and her relationship with the village, this meant that the Third Hokage had probably sent someone to look for her.
And if the ninja belonged to another village, the situation would be even more troublesome.
As one of Konoha's Legendary Sannin, her reputation spread throughout the entire ninja world. Anyone who knew her identity yet still dared to stare at her so openly was either extremely bold or deliberately seeking trouble.
Thinking of this, Tsunade snorted in displeasure and stopped caring. With her strength, she could walk freely through the ninja world without fearing any monsters or snake gods.
After watching Tsunade leave, Uchiha Arata did not follow her. Instead, he continued strolling about the streets.
He merely created a shadow clone and ordered it to follow Tsunade from a distance, quietly finding out where she was staying.
Originally, Arata had planned to enjoy himself for two more days before seriously searching for Tsunade.
Unexpectedly, fate brought them together so quickly. It seemed that Tsunade was destined to return and assume the position of Hokage.
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Late at night, Uchiha Arata changed into his ANBU uniform, donned his mask, and arrived at Tsunade's residence.
Standing before the door, Arata gently knocked. If nothing unexpected had occurred, Tsunade should be waiting for him and not yet asleep.
Sure enough, the moment he knocked, Tsunade's voice sounded from within.
"Come in. The door's unlocked."
Arata paused slightly, smiled faintly, then opened the door and stepped inside.
At that moment, Tsunade was seated behind a table, resting her head in her hand and staring at him.
To her left stood Shizune, holding a small pig, her expression wary.
Arata closed the door, removed his mask, revealed his face, and greeted politely, "Good evening, Tsunade-sama."
Seeing his attire, Tsunade immediately knew that the man before her belonged to ANBU, though she had never seen him before.
After Arata spoke, Shizune visibly relaxed, but Tsunade's beautiful brows furrowed as she asked impatiently, "What did that old man of the Third Generation send you here for this time?"
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