Uchiha Akira's figure instantly retreated, appearing dozens of meters away.
"Looks like you awakened Wood Release, but not everyone can reach Hashirama Senju's level."
He examined the wooden spikes and gave his assessment.
"Still, its power has reached about one-fifth of Hashirama Senju's Wood Release. It is far stronger than Yamato's Wood Release and more powerful than most Kekkei Genkai. Tsunade's Wood Release has also enhanced her physique."
"She can practically achieve Unmarked Healing."
Compared to the power of Wood Release.
What Tsunade had gained was primarily power related to her physical constitution.
"This is... the power of Wood Release?!"
Tsunade's breathing quickened. Her amber eyes were filled with delight, along with a trace of bewilderment.
She had thought only her and Akira's descendants would inherit Wood Release.
Yet she had unexpectedly obtained Wood Release first.
For the next half month, the two became inseparable.
That day.
"Don't tell him I'm back."
Tsunade froze slightly, only to see Uchiha Akira raise an eyebrow. A faint smile glimmered in his eyes as his figure vanished in an instant.
Several minutes later, an aged figure appeared in view.
"Tsunade, Uchiha Akira still hasn't returned?"
The gray hair that had once lingered at Hiruzen Sarutobi's temples had visibly turned completely white. His eyes were bloodshot, and his entire body radiated a violent aura.
"Not yet."
Tsunade's delicate brows furrowed. She was somewhat startled by how instinctively she had defended Akira—and how easily the lie had left her lips.
"Old man, Akira is facing the Raikage and all of Kumogakure. He is bearing the greatest pressure, so of course he cannot return that quickly. Once Akira comes back, I'll notify you immediately."
Yet there was not the slightest flaw in her expression.
"How could I possibly not be anxious?!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi suddenly roared!
"Tsunade,