Tsunade's Disciple

Having gambled her way back, Tsunade, having lost all her money, stood once again at the gates of Konoha, hands on her hips, head held high.

"Hmph, I, Princess Tsunade, am back!"

Shizune didn't give her time to show off and quickly pulled her along, feeling too embarrassed to linger.

"Tsunade-sama, we're already so many days late returning to Konoha. Please hurry into the village and report in. Your disciples have been waiting for you for so many days!"

"Ai! Ai! Ai!"

Tsunade couldn't out-pull Shizune and was dragged by her towards the Hokage's office.

Qinglong was at home at this moment, already planning a trip.

He held a geographical atlas of the ninja world and a guide to ninja world customs.

"Hmm, for my first stop, I must go to the Land of Hot Water. I'll soak in their hot springs first and experience their local customs to relieve the fatigue from my recent training."

"Ah~! I heard they have mixed-gender hot springs. I wonder if that's true."

Slurp. Qinglong licked his lips. He had already allocated his money; once it was all spent, he would go home.

"Dada-da!"

There was a knock at the door.

"Who would be looking for me at this time?"

Qinglong mumbled. His friends from the same year were all out on ninja missions, so no one should have the time to look for him. Could it be Hanabi?

"Crrack!"

The door opened, and a pair of formidable assets came charging at him.

Qinglong took a deep breath and, looking past the mountains, saw a smiling, pretty face.

"Ah! It's Big Sister Tsunade, why are you here? And Miss Shizune too."

"Of course, I'm here to see my little disciple!"

Tsunade said with a smile and strode into Qinglong's home.

"Hmm! Little guy, why is your home so messy?"

Tsunade looked at the scattered clothes, luggage bags, and the geographical atlas of the ninja world.

"Ah~, I'm terribly sorry for the intrusion! Big Sister Tsunade, please make do."

Qinglong quickly tidied up, clearing a space.

"It's fine, my room is just as messy anyway,"

Tsunade said carelessly, finding a place to sit.

Shizune smiled awkwardly from the side. Tsunade-sama was really something, not leaving any face for her as a teacher.

"Ah! Kiyotaki-kun, what are you preparing to do?"

Shizune said, looking at the ninja world geographical atlas on the table.

"Me? I'm planning to travel! Just like Big Sister Tsunade and Big Sister Shizune, living the life of traveling every day, it really makes me envious!"

"Uh~ Hehehe..."

Shizune felt a bit awkward, covering her embarrassment with a laugh.

Tsunade-sama, look at you. You're returning to the village so late. If you were any later, everyone would already be out traveling! You wouldn't even be able to find your disciples then.

But Tsunade wasn't embarrassed at all. Instead, she waved her hand grandly.

"Is that really the case! Then it's perfect! You're my student now. I'll take you out of Konoha and show you around to broaden your horizons."

"Ah!?"

Qinglong was stunned. He saw Tsunade wave her hand and reveal the graduation arrangements from the Ninja Academy: Qinglong was to be assigned as Tsunade's disciple.

Qinglong stared blankly. Tsunade leaned in and smiled, "Little brother, aren't you going to call me 'teacher'?"

"Um..."

Qinglong considered for a moment and then said, "Can you not take me as a disciple? I prefer to be alone."

"Hmm?"

Tsunade raised an eyebrow and leaned in, saying coldly, "Think about it again. Who do you like?"

Qinglong sighed helplessly, "I like you!"

Tsunade smirked triumphantly. This kid still hadn't refused to become her disciple. How could you refuse to be my, Princess Tsunade's, disciple?

Qinglong also understood that if he refused Tsunade, this fierce woman would surely fly into a rage!

After seeing Tsunade and Shizune off, Qinglong looked at the mess all over the room, the packed luggage bags, and the travel guides.

He sighed helplessly.

All that effort for nothing!

The travel plans were ruined, so Qinglong intended to find an opportunity to thoroughly fleece this cheap teacher.

At Akimichi's BBQ Restaurant, Tsunade suggested they gather for a meal that evening.

The three of them sat down, and the table was already laden with dishes.

Tsunade sat on the sofa, waving her delicate little hand.

"Shopkeeper, bring me a pot of wine."

A waiter quickly brought a pot of wine and a cup. Tsunade picked up the wine bottle, poured herself a cup, and began to drink alone.

Tsk! This is truly enjoyable. I'll eat you dry!

"Let's dig in!"

Qinglong began to eat heartily. Looking up, he saw that Tsunade was mostly focused on drinking, and Shizune ate elegantly. Neither of them could compare to him!

Qinglong even wanted to order a pot of wine for himself, but unfortunately, they didn't sell it.

Tsunade took the opportunity to lecture Qinglong, saying children couldn't drink alcohol. How could he stand this?

Qinglong resentfully ordered another large portion of BBQ. Anyway, he was going to eat her out of house and home tonight.

The meal was a joyous occasion for all! Both Tsunade and Qinglong were very satisfied.

Only Shizune forced a smile, feeling incredibly guilty. She was mentally calculating whether the Akimichi family, out of consideration for their acquaintance, would allow them to put the meal on credit.

Qinglong leaned back in his chair with his arms crossed, a look of patient expectation on his face as he watched Tsunade prepare to pay.

Tsunade rested her elbows on the table, holding a bottle of wine as she poured the last cup and slowly drank it down.

Her face was flushed, her eyes held a hint of allure, and in her slightly tipsy state, she was at her best. As her body swayed slightly, her ample bosom jiggled.

"Hmm! Brat, what are you looking at me for?"