Didn't Let You Have Your Fill

Konoha Casino.

Amid the deafening crowd, Hikawa yawned boredly.

He shifted his body and found a more comfortable position in Tsunade's warm, soft embrace.

But whenever he was about to drift off, the enticing fragrances around him and the various spectacular sights, near and far, high and low, made him widen his eyes again.

At your age, can you even sleep?

Hikawa felt regret.

Unfortunately, his Lexicon System did not have functions like a phone or computer. Otherwise, he could have used them to pass the time.

After gambling with Hikawa a few times, Tsunade realized that as long as he was by her side, he could offset her bad luck.

So, using the excuse that children were not allowed to gamble, she stopped letting him get involved.

After an unknown amount of time, Hikawa heard someone calling out.

He immediately perked up and asked, "Is it over?"

"Mm."

The corners of Tsunade's lips curled up. In a great mood, she said, "My treat. Let's go eat some young chicken."

"Okay."

The moment Hikawa heard the words "young chicken," his stomach began to growl.

The two left the Casino and headed for a nearby Izakaya.

"Sir, come again!"

A flirtatious voice rang out.

Hikawa instinctively turned his head. Wow, she was really dedicated.

It was March. Though it was not as cold as winter, the weather was still quite chilly.

Yet this young lady, curvy in all the right places, wore an extremely skimpy kimono that looked like some kind of bondage outfit.

"Hahaha! I'll definitely come again tomorrow!"

Beside her stood a white-haired young man. He patted her butt and spoke with a lecherous grin.

Hikawa froze slightly.

Oh no!

Killing intent!

He looked up at Tsunade and saw that her face had darkened.

It was Jiraiya.

He immediately guessed the white-haired young man's identity.

What a carefree life—hostess karaoke, groping, and singing.

Hikawa frowned and retreated behind Tsunade.

There was no need to think about what would happen next. He already knew.

I'm smart as hell!

"Why does this feel familiar?"

Jiraiya scratched his head.

His expression suddenly changed slightly, and he hurriedly turned around.

The moment he saw Tsunade, his drunken haze vanished, and he sobered up instantly.

Jiraiya's face went pale in an instant.

I'll behave. Please spare me.

"Tsunade, it's all a misunderstanding! A misunderstanding!"

Jiraiya forced a smile and hurriedly explained.

Bang!

Tsunade clenched her fist and threw a punch.

Jiraiya's body flew backward and smashed into the wall, leaving him spread out in the shape of a large character.

"Let's go."

Tsunade glanced at him, took Hikawa's hand, and turned to leave.

"Ptooey, ptooey!"

Jiraiya spat out two mouthfuls of dust and climbed up from the ground.

He looked at Tsunade's retreating figure, on the verge of tears.

He had finally managed to come out for some fun. How had he run into her?

But who was that little guy?

Aside from developing the Rasengan with Namikaze Minato, Jiraiya had spent all his recent time writing his new novel.

Under the guidance of his life mentor, Thunder Fire Sword, his writing had flowed like divine inspiration.

He had not paid any attention to Hikawa, so he had no impression of him.

Izakaya.

"He's Jiraiya."

Tsunade spoke with considerable displeasure. "Don't learn from him."

"I won't."

Hikawa quickly promised.

At least, he did not dare to now. He could talk after he became strong enough to beat Tsunade.

"This is for you."

Tsunade's tone softened as she took out a bankbook.

"...?"

Hikawa looked at the bankbook, then stared at her in surprise.

"What kind of expression is that?"

Tsunade gave a light snort and said, "Six hundred thousand ryo. Your dividend."

"I just didn't expect it."

Hikawa closed the bankbook, sounding somewhat incredulous.

"I haven't fallen so low that I'd steal money from a child."

Tsunade rolled her eyes and emphasized, "I'm one of the Konoha Three Ninjas, after all."

"Am I the first person to get money from you?"

Hikawa asked curiously.

"What are you talking about?!"

Tsunade grew a little annoyed and retorted, "Is that what you think of me?"

Yes.

But Hikawa did not dare say it. He was afraid she would beat him to death.

"You're the second."

Tsunade picked up her wine cup and said, "Enough with this nonsense. Drink!"

The first had been Nawaki.

As for everyone else, they borrowed money and never paid it back.

It was not that Tsunade did not want to repay them. She simply had no money to repay them with.

Before meeting Hikawa, her gambling career had consisted of losing, losing, and losing until she was completely broke.

Where would she have found any spare money to pay off debts?

Watching her drink, Hikawa could not help but smile.

Other than her fists, she was soft everywhere.

As he ate, he pondered what to use the money for.

Aside from forging blades, he had nothing that urgently required money.

And he was certain that the money earned by "Taimanin" was several times more than six hundred thousand ryo.

An idea came to Hikawa.

After dinner, Tsunade, her face flushed red from drink, waved at him and headed toward home.

"Tsunade-sama, the utility pole."

Hikawa reminded her.

Tsunade shook her head and only then realized she had gone the wrong way and nearly walked into the utility pole.

Her dazed expression made for an unexpectedly adorable contrast.

Hikawa withdrew his gaze, crossed the tree-lined avenue, and arrived at the shopping street.

After a shopping spree, he returned home.

Hikawa pushed open the door and dropped two large bags onto the floor with a thud.

He wiped the sweat from his forehead. Fortunately, the 30% arm-strength boost from Ninja Tool Mastery had helped him. Otherwise, he would not have been able to carry them back.

"What's this?"

Yuhi Shinko asked with a puzzled expression.

Behind him, Yuhi Kurenai poked out her little head, looking absolutely adorable.

"Gifts I bought for you."

Hikawa beckoned to Yuhi Kurenai and said, "The bag on the left is for you."

"What is it? What is it?"

Yuhi Kurenai's little face immediately reddened as she grew excited.

She ran up to Hikawa, opened the bag, and immediately let out a cheer.

Yuhi Shinko took a look and could not help but freeze.

Toys, snacks, clothes—everything a little girl liked was there.

Even he had never bought Yuhi Kurenai so many things.

"Where did you get the money?"

Yuhi Shinko asked in confusion.

"From investing in Tsunade-sama."

Hikawa smiled and said, "Uncle Shinko, this bag is for you."

What investment?

Yuhi Shinko opened the bag, and a flicker of emotion passed through his eyes.

Compared to Yuhi Kurenai's gifts, his gifts looked rather expensive.

But why were there also tonic medicinal ingredients like ginseng, Deer Antler Velvet, and deer penis?

"You've spent too much, Hikawa."

Yuhi Shinko came back to himself and spoke with emotion.

"Consider it tuition."

Hikawa said indifferently.

"Alright."

Yuhi Shinko immediately perked up and said, "Tonight, I'll teach you a new genjutsu."

A few minutes later, his expression turned numb, and he began to question his life.

Because Hikawa learned far too quickly.

Sorry, I didn't let you have your fill.

D-rank Ninjutsu Lexicon: Fox Mind Technique.

Trigger Condition: Successfully cast this ninjutsu.

Effect: This ninjutsu automatically reaches the proficient level.

The three genjutsu Hikawa had learned before were E-rank, while this one was D-rank.

Judging by its effect, it certainly deserved that rank.

It could make those caught in the genjutsu wander around unconsciously, as if they had been bewitched by a fox.

By the time they came to their senses, they would have already expended a great deal of Body Energy.

And it was an area-of-effect genjutsu.

They said foxes were demons, but this was clearly an auspicious blessing.

There would be another chapter in five minutes.