Tsunade: I'm Not Even as Good as This Red-Haired Brat
Jiraiya practically had "I want money" written all over his face.
Even Naruto couldn't stand it anymore and stood up, saying, "How can the Pervy Sage be so shameless, actually asking his own disciple for money?! (｡•ˇ‸ˇ•｡)"
"I'm not asking you for money; I'm afraid you'll get lost in the desire for money at such a young age!"
Jiraiya looked serious.
To this, Shinki only gave two words: "No money."
The next day.
Jiraiya and his two disciples searched every casino in the city, but they couldn't find Tsunade.
However, many people in the gambling den recognized Tsunade, and they were excited when they heard that Jiraiya and his companions were looking for Tsunade.
"Remember to tell that young lady to come gamble often when she has time. I won 700,000 from her yesterday! It was like picking up money off the ground! Haha..."
Jiraiya left the house with a face full of black lines.
"That guy's luck with gambling is as bad as ever."
After leaving the gambling den, Jiraiya said with a dark face.
Does Lady Tsunade often lose money?
Shinki asked, puzzled.
Jiraiya: "It's not exactly frequent; in my memory, she seems to have never won..."
Shinki: "..."
Can there really be people in the world with such bad luck?!
"If Lady Tsunade keeps losing, won't she run out of money?"
Naruto nearby, looked puzzled.
Jiraiya nodded. "Yes, she owes money all over the world and frequently changes her appearance to avoid being discovered by her creditors..."
"Never mind, no rush to find her. What would you like for lunch today? It's on me."
Jiraiya waved his hand generously and said...
"Let's go eat all-you-can-eat BBQ. I haven't had a decent meal since I came out here to train. (◔◡◔)"
Naruto suggested.
Jiraiya nodded. "Alright, then today I'll take you all out for barbecue!"
Small town Barbecue Restaurant.
The three from Shinki lifted the shop's curtain.
As soon as Shinki entered, he spotted a familiar figure!
"It's Lady Tsunade!"
Shinki pointed to the blonde woman sitting with her entourage in the Barbecue Restaurant and said with surprise.
What a coincidence to run into each other here!
It's like finding a needle in a haystack, only to have it come to you effortlessly!
Jiraiya and Tsunade simultaneously narrowed their eyes, sizing each other up.
Then, Jiraiya walked to the table opposite Tsunade and told the waiter, "We'll eat here."
Upon seeing her old friend again, Tsunade, her cheeks flushed from drinking Teuchi him.
"Long time no see, Jiraiya."
"Haven't seen you for a long time."
Jiraiya poured himself a glass of water, took a small sip, and then said...
"Are you now in charge of taking care of the village's children? Why are you taking Genin?"
Tsunade's gaze fell on Shinki and Naruto beside Jiraiya, and she asked curiously.
"These two children are my newly accepted disciples."
Jiraiya explained.
"This is the Shinki, and this is Naruto."
Tsunade slightly, looking at the young Shinki: "Shinki? I feel like I've heard that name somewhere before."
At this moment, Shizune, the Shizune sitting next to Tsunade and holding a piglet, asked in confusion, "Shinki, is that the little Ninja who can use Wood Release?!"
"Yes."
Jiraiya nodded.
"Oh? You actually took him as your disciple?"
Tsunade's eyes remained fixed on the Shinki, scrutinizing it closely.
Similarly, Shinki was also observing her.
This Lady Tsunade is indeed as Master Jiraiya described, with an outstanding appearance.
And it makes perfect "sounds"!
However, Shinki simply admired her, because he knew that this old woman was over fifty years old and not as young and beautiful as she appeared.
"Red hair, is this kid also from the Uzumaki Clan?"
Tsunade withdrew her gaze from the Shinki and casually asked a question.
"I don't know either."
Jiraiya shook his head.
Then he continued, "Do you know why I'm looking for you?"
Tsunade withdrew her gaze from the Shinki, took a sip of her drink, and said, "You've been traveling and writing books all this time, haven't you? We just happened to run into each other, didn't we?"
As she spoke, she joked, "You can't be here to confess your feelings to me again, can you? (◔◡◔)"
Upon hearing this, Shinki and Naruto exchanged a glance.
Could it be that Master Jiraiya and Lady Tsunade had a past relationship?
However, judging from Lady Tsunade's tone, she most likely did not agree when Jiraiya confessed his feelings.
"I can buy you a bouquet of flowers right now if you want. (๑❛ᴗ❛๑)"
Jiraiya has no shame.
Tsunade sighed, "You're still the same shameless guy."
"Cough cough!"
Jiraiya cleared his throat before turning around and taking out the Third Hokage's edict from his bag. "I've come out to inform you to return to the village and succeed as Hokage."
Upon hearing this, Tsunade simply turned her head away and sneered, "I'm not going to Hokage! Anyone who wants to Hokage is an idiot!"
Naruto, who had always aimed to become Hokage, immediately jumped out.
"Hey, how dare you insult the Hokage like that, you old lady!"
"What does a brat who's never even experienced war know?"
Tsunade curled her lip, clearly not taking Naruto seriously.
"You filthy old hag!!"
Naruto shouted angrily.
Jiraiya quickly grabbed Naruto: "Naruto! You can't be rude to your elders."
Then, Jiraiya turned to Tsunade and sighed, "You still can't let go."
Tsunade held her wine glass, head down, lost in thought.
From Jiraiya and Tsunade's expressions, Shinki guessed that Lady Tsunade had probably gone through something heartbreaking.
After a long pause, Tsunade downed the wine in her cup in one gulp, her voice trembling.
"How could I possibly let go so easily..."
"If only I could see them one more time, Nawaki, Broken..."
At this moment, Shinki curiously raised his hand and asked, "Lady Tsunade, are the two people you want to see already dead?"
Shinki's words were like a knife, piercing Tsunade's heart.
Enraged, Tsunade pressed her hand down slightly, crushing the barbecue restaurant table.
"Bang!"
Amidst the smoke and dust, Tsunade, facing the Shinki: "Kid, can't you speak properly?! ┻╰(‵□′)╯"
Jiraiya stepped in front of Tsunade just in time and spoke to the Shinki.
"Your Tsunade is a bit agitated, don't take it to heart."
Shinki nodded. "Oh."
Tsunade: ◝₍ᴑ̑ДO͝₎◞
Is something wrong?
Aren't I the one who's angry?!
Why did you stop that child?
Did Jiraiya suspect that the child might do something that could hurt him?!
Tsunade was even more annoyed.
"Hey! Jiraiya! What do you mean by this?! (ꐦ ಠ 皿ಠ)"
"You think I'm inferior to this brat who can use Wood Release?! (▼ヘ▼#)"
Jiraiya quickly turned around, faced Tsunade, and gave her an apologetic look.
"Well... you might really not be as good as him. ┐(´-`)┌"
Jiraiya believed he was telling the truth.
He is proficient in all aspects of Shinki, taijutsu, and genjutsu, and also knows Wood Release and Senjutsu.
Even if he and Tsunade combined, they probably wouldn't be a match for him...
However, to Tsunade, these words were like adding fuel to the fire.
"What did you say? I'm inferior to this brat?!"
"Jiraiya, you're seriously underestimating me!"
Tsunade roared angrily.
As she spoke, she rolled up her sleeves.
"Come on, kid! Let's have a competition! ( ´^` )"