Chapter 297: Taking Down Tsunade, Akiyama Makoto's Suggestion
Soon, Akiyama Makoto healed Chiyo's injuries.
However, he only restored her mobility. As for her combat power, she either had to treat herself or rest well.
Anyway, for a short time, Chiyo wouldn't have the strength and energy to confront Konoha on the border.
Makoto didn't need to worry about the subsequent matters. Holding the scroll with Chiyo's bloody handprint, he prepared to report to Tsunade.
Originally, Makoto planned to take Temari back with him, but Chiyo pulled Temari aside to talk.
Although Makoto was far away, he could sense from a distance that Chiyo was teaching Temari some principles on how to quickly become a qualified wife.
Looking at Temari's flushed face, he understood that this wasn't a topic a man should intervene in now.
So Makoto left a shadow clone and returned to Konoha first.
When Makoto arrived at the Hokage's office, Tsunade was still writing furiously amidst a desk full of documents.
Makoto didn't use the main door, but sat silently on the windowsill, watching Tsunade busy, and shook his head disdainfully.
Tsunade naturally noticed Makoto's arrival. She was pondering a difficult problem and didn't want to pay attention to him.
In her opinion, Makoto probably hadn't had time to resolve the Sand Village matter yet and might have encountered difficulties and come for help. She wanted to leave him hanging for a while to temper his character.
But his cynical look made her unable to hold back. She threw away her pen, kicked away the stool, and reached out to grab him.
However, she couldn't grab his collar. Instead, he stuffed a scroll into her hand.
Tsunade opened it doubtfully. After seeing the content, her eyes immediately lit up.
Makoto had actually completed the peace talks she couldn't handle!
The Sand Village not only admitted defeat in the war but also provided war reparations that Tsunade hadn't expected at all, although they would be paid off by working.
Chiyo was even willing to clear the remnants of Rasa in the Sand Village for this, which meant the Sand Village couldn't organize attacks on Konoha in the short term, and Konoha could rest easy.
Now Tsunade could legitimately announce that Konoha had won the war against the Sand Village and obtained sufficient compensation, and all the dead Konoha people could rest in peace.
Although this was a result obtained by the sacrifice of the Third Hokage plus Makoto's strength.
But the peace talks had to be signed by her in the end. This was the first thing she had accomplished since taking office, so it was naturally worth celebrating.
However, a hand reaching into her clothes made Tsunade tremble all over, and she immediately couldn't be happy anymore.
"Y-You, what are you doing!"
Tsunade struggled to push Makoto away, but at this time, she didn't dare use her monstrous strength.
Because she knew her attacks were useless against him.
Playing around usually was fine, but if she really angered him, he might make strange moves again.
"Lady Tsunade hasn't forgotten our agreement so quickly, has she?"
Makoto looked surprised. "You promised me that if I made the Sand Village sign the surrender agreement, you would allow me to do anything."
Tsunade naturally couldn't forget, but at that time, she thought Makoto wouldn't be interested in her, who looked young on the surface but was actually old.
However, in reality, Tsunade also secretly hoped he would make such a request, even though she didn't want to admit it.
But when the moment really came, Tsunade panicked again and wanted to refuse.
"I did say that, but—"
Tsunade wanted to say more, but Makoto silenced her.
"Although Chiyo has pressed her handprint now, if Sister Tsunade goes back on her word, Chiyo will probably go back on hers too."
His words petrified Tsunade.
Then Tsunade said angrily, "You... you are betraying Konoha!"
"No, I'm just cutting losses."
"Also, you can go ahead and tell everyone what I did. I believe Konoha people would rather believe you betrayed Konoha than think I am a traitor."
His words left Tsunade speechless. Then she had to admit he was right.
Tsunade hadn't achieved enough notable political achievements since taking office, and the achievement about to be in hand was earned by him.
If she fell out with him now, Konoha people would definitely believe in the hero Makoto more than her, the Tsunade who had left Konoha for so many years and whom many had forgotten.
Tsunade had originally grabbed Makoto's hand, wanting to throw him away forcefully.
But now, the strength of her grip slowly weakened.
After so many things, Tsunade had long had strange feelings for him, but the hurdle she couldn't cross was the age gap between them.
Thinking of this, Tsunade decided to tell the truth.
"Akiyama Makoto, I'm already old. You're still young and have so many beautiful girls around you—if you really desire it, I can introduce Shizune to you?"
He ignored the second half of her sentence and pretended not to hear the sound of documents falling outside the door.
Then his other hand went deep into Tsunade's robe and placed on her stomach.
Tsunade was stunned, then a look of panic and shock appeared on her face. "N-No—"
Unfortunately, it was too late.
With the injection of his life force, Tsunade's True Spirit Seal regained vitality, making her body quickly rejuvenate.
The familiar feeling struck again. Tsunade, who wanted to struggle, stopped moving and let out a refreshing nasal sound. She couldn't refuse the temptation of becoming younger at all.
Her only worry was how much life force he would pay for this.
"Three days. This time you will stay young for three days."
A long time later, he stopped and nibbled on Tsunade's earlobe.
"For these three days, you have to let me do whatever I want, understand?"
"I—"
Tsunade wanted to refuse, but he suddenly reached out and closed the curtains.
Tsunade trembled and wanted to say something, but he had already kissed her lips.
Amidst rustling sounds, Tsunade's clothes slipped off, revealing a mature and youthful beautiful body in front of him. Tsunade was flushed with shame and anger, tears in the corners of her eyes.
She really wanted to scold him, but after her body became younger, the tide-like feeling made her heart flutter.
She knew she couldn't forget him.
Now that the last layer of disguise and threshold was broken by him, there was only one thing left for Tsunade to do.
"Don't, not here. This is a workplace!"
"Alright then, where to?"
"Up to you—"
With a thought, Makoto and Tsunade arrived at the room he rented long-term in Tanzaku Town.
Looking at this room, Tsunade was stunned and didn't react for a moment.
"I rented this room long-term, planning to come back and have a look when I missed you. But now it seems I can bring you back together."
His words made Tsunade's body tremble.
She bit her lip lightly, turned her head to look at him tearfully, and finally exhaled like an orchid. "Kid, you have to understand. Even if my body is young now, I have a soul that has experienced decades. Are you really—"
"Alright then, I'll seal your memory."
"Wait—"
Tsunade quickly grabbed his wrist to stop him from messing around.
She was scared.
If he really did that, making her think she was back in her twenties, and then falling madly in love with him at that age...
She didn't know what kind of neurotic state she would become after these few days of youth passed.
It's better... better like this. Let herself treat these few days as a dream, or a vacation.
After these few days ended, things between her and him could come to an end.
Tsunade had never thought of becoming a member of the Akiyama family. Her destination was to work busily as Hokage.
With her mind made up, Tsunade slowly stopped trembling and opened her arms to him.
Looking at the highest peaks in the ninja world, he couldn't help but feel moved.
Noticing this, a confident smile finally appeared on Tsunade's lips.
After mastering medical ninjutsu, she had developed herself countless times, just for today—no, to welcome her beloved in her most beautiful state.
She just didn't expect this day to come so late.
Tsunade opened her arms, hugged him, patted his back gently, and said, "Lucky you, little rascal."
He said in a muffled voice, "Lucky you, old sister."
Annoyed, Tsunade spread him on the bed and then lowered her head.
Although it was Tsunade's first time, it didn't mean she lacked knowledge in this area.
As a medical ninja, what hadn't she seen?
In the blink of an eye, three hours passed, and it was dark.
Tsunade pressed her head with a pillow. She really hadn't seen this scene.
Why is this little bastard so strong?
Ah, right.
He has powerful life force and can even release Wood Style casually. Such a guy really can't stop easily.
What should I do? Beg for mercy?
No!
How can the dignified Sannin Tsunade do such a thing!
I want to counterattack! I want to defeat Akiyama Makoto!
So Tsunade released the Yin Seal, filling herself with power, and turned over to defeat him.
Then she desperately found that he also opened his Yin Seal.
The two fought until midnight. Finally, Tsunade weakly kicked him off the bed, saying, "I surrender."
He scratched his head. Fighting with a ninja who knew the Yin Seal was indeed a tough test.
Fortunately, he withstood the test.
Seeing Tsunade almost out of breath, he picked her up and walked into the bathroom.
An hour later, the two walked on the streets of Tanzaku Town in yukata.
As the most famous sleepless city in the Land of Fire, Tanzaku Town was bustling right now.
He held Tsunade's hand, like a couple, tasting snacks and admiring the night view.
Even if they didn't speak anymore, their eyes could convey their affection.
Tsunade was dizzy until now, immersed in this illusory and short-lived happy illusion.
Even though she knew she would soon go back to face countless government affairs and contribute the rest of her life to the village as Hokage.
At least for now, she could enjoy this beautiful night with him as a young girl.
Finally, he sat on the grass, holding Tsunade. The two watched the east gradually turning white, ending this night's tryst.
"Time to go back. If we don't go back, Konoha might fall into chaos."
Tsunade held his hand, her words carrying a hint of reluctance.
He spoke slowly, and his words almost made Tsunade explode with anger.
"Actually, it doesn't matter much if you don't go back, because my shadow clone has already handled those government affairs."
"Impossible! Even if you are very experienced in handling government affairs, you can't handle so many things alone!"
Tsunade didn't believe it. He didn't argue, and took Tsunade back to the Hokage's office.
At this time, Shizune had just arrived at her post and was doing sorting work.
Seeing Tsunade return, a look of surprise appeared on Shizune's face.
Then she saw the yukata on Tsunade and Makoto. Her face first dimmed subconsciously, but the next second turned into teasing. "Did Tsunade little sister finally get her wish and become a couple with Makoto-kun?"
Tsunade wouldn't spoil Shizune. She raised her hand and twisted Shizune's ear. "How dare you tease me! Is your work done? Bring the documents quickly. I want to make up for yesterday's task progress."
Shizune looked at Tsunade in disbelief. "Hokage-sama, didn't you order Makoto-kun to handle government affairs for you yesterday? Could it be—"
Shizune looked at Makoto. Makoto spread his hands and said, "I lied. Sister Shizune, punish me."
Shizune covered her face helplessly.
When Makoto said this yesterday, she didn't doubt it at all.
Even when Makoto took the Hokage away from Konoha for a whole night, she didn't doubt it at all.
Shizune only now realized how outrageous this matter was, and a trace of panic appeared in her heart.
But... seeing Makoto's hand doing mischief behind Tsunade's back, and Tsunade blushing but daring not stop him, Shizune knew her judgment was correct.
So she could only use her professional expertise as a secretary, clasp her hands together, and say, "Sorry, Lady Tsunade. I failed to distinguish Makoto-kun's lie. It's my responsibility."
"Now is not the time to talk about this. What exactly did he do? Show me!"
Tsunade wouldn't be serious about this kind of thing. Even if given another chance to choose, she would choose to go to Tanzaku Town with him.
Although she didn't want to admit it, until now she seemed to be immersed in the graceful aftertaste. This was a happiness she had never experienced.
If we can do this often later—No, absolutely not. Let this kind of thing stop here.
Soon Shizune brought the documents. Tsunade took a look and immediately found the clue.
"You—you distributed the tasks to others to handle?"
Tsunade looked at him in shock. He spread his hands and said, "What else?"
"Why should you, a Hokage, calculate the profit margin of the shopping street?"
"Because it concerns Konoha's budget, I naturally have to inquire personally!"
Tsunade thought she was doing the right thing, but he said unceremoniously, "If the area of Konoha expands several times in the future, are you going to calculate with pen and paper alone until dawn?"
"Or create a few shadow clones alone and be exhausted every day?"
He admitted that an energetic person doing everything personally was a sign of dedication.
But whether this dedication was efficient was uncertain.
At least he felt that many things could be delegated to professionals, and afterward, the person in power only needed to look over them and give the final decision.
Of course, specific details could be optimized.
For example, what should be distributed, and what could only be done by oneself.
And who gets what kind of work, and how often to change staff for confidentiality.
In Makoto's previous life history, these problems had been solved long ago. Obviously, the current political level of Konoha was far behind the results explored thousands of years ago in his history.
He just took out a few references and successfully solved countless tasks that gave Tsunade a headache.
As for the most crucial point, whether doing so would lead to the division of the Hokage's power, and whether ambitious people would rebel against the Hokage because of this—
One must know that even if the Hokage wasn't the strongest in the village, they basically represented the strongest faction in the village.
Even the superpowers in the mortal world could use systems to regulate this employment system, let alone a fantasy world like a ninja village where those in power had super martial power as a foundation.
No matter who it was, if they wanted to rebel against the Hokage, they had to beat the Hokage first, right?
Distributing tasks to ordinary staff who didn't even have much chakra, what rebellion could they stage?
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