Tsunade's Lovely Feet (Parts One and Two)

The basement of the Graveyard of Mountains is deeper than before.

Under Madara Uchiha's orders, the White Zetsu dug several meters downwards from the original cave, creating a larger training ground.

At this moment, the walls inside the space were covered with charred marks, and some places were even melted by the high temperature.

Obito was holding his back, panting heavily.

His left side has fully adapted to the new limbs.

The transplanted white tissue cells blended perfectly with the original flesh, appearing no different from ordinary skin, except for their deathly pale color, like that of a dead person.

"Again."

After resting for a while, Obito raised his hands and Hand Seals.

Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!

A massive fireball erupted from his mouth, accompanied by a scorching gale, and slammed into the opposite stone wall.

The fireball exploded upon impact, the flames roaring and turning the stone wall a bright red.

Boom!

The stone wall was blasted into a charred crater, with debris flying everywhere.

Obito lowered his hand, looked at his masterpiece, and an uncontrollable excitement appeared on his face.

"This power—it's many times stronger than before. It's like comparing heaven and earth!"

Obito looked down at his hands.

He could feel that his Chakra, stamina, and recovery speed had all undergone a qualitative leap.

"Hey-hey----"

Thinking about how he could Rin Nohara in the future, Obito couldn't help but laugh out loud. He excitedly turned around and ran towards Madara Uchiha.

Madara Uchiha sat on a wooden chair not far away.

"Ban, what do you think of my move?"

Obito Earth Flow him excitedly, a smug look on his face.

"I'm several times stronger now than I used to be, aren't I?"

Obito gestured with his arm and then pointed to the still-smoking pit on the distant stone wall.

"How much worse do you think I am compared to Qingyu?"

Madara Uchiha and glanced at him.

"Not at all."

He said calmly.

Obito's smile froze on his face.

What does "far from good enough" mean?

"Haven't you seen how much progress I've made lately?"

"The power of my Fire Release, the speed of my Taijutsu, and the amount of Chakra are all far superior to before. Even compared to Kakashi, I don't think I'm stronger than him—"

"What you've said is indeed an improvement."

Madara Uchiha interrupted him, his voice remaining calm.

"But only in relation to your own past."

Obito gritted his teeth.

He wanted to argue, but found himself unable to find the right words.

Madara Uchiha's gaze shifted from him back into the darkness.

He was indeed thinking about Qingyu.

A few months ago, when news came that Qingyu had killed Hanzo of the Salamander in the Land of Rain, Madara Uchiha was not too surprised.

That boy has the ability.

From their first encounter at the Kannabi Bridge, Madara Uchiha knew clearly that Qingyu's talent far surpassed Obito's, and in some ways, he was even closer to "perfection" than he was in his youth.

What truly puzzled him was something else entirely.

Mangekyō Sharingan

Logically speaking, any Uchiha clan member could potentially awaken the Mangekyō after experiencing sufficiently intense emotional stimulation.

Qingyu has experienced war, the sacrifice of his comrades, and life-or-death battles with powerful enemies.

Each of these conditions is sufficient to trigger the opening of the Mangekyō's eye.

The White Zetsu had been secretly observing Qingyu, but they never discovered that he had used the unique power of the Mangekyō Sharingan.

But Qingyu's growth rate was like that of Mangekyō Sharingan.

This unusual behavior puzzled Madara Uchiha.

"Susanoo".

That's the ultimate Dōjutsu that only the Mangekyō Sharingan can use.

Constructing Chakra giant with Eye Power, it combines offense and defense, possessing power comparable to that of a god.

If Qingyu really awakened the Mangekyō, it's impossible that he never used Susanoo on the battlefield.

Unless his Mangekyō Dōjutsu is so powerful that he doesn't need Susanoo.

Or perhaps he hasn't started it yet.

"How far has that kid gotten?"

Madara Uchiha to himself.

Qingyu's growth rate is simply unbelievable.

Madara Uchiha had seen countless geniuses: Hashirama, Izuna, and himself.

But no one can reach that level at a teenager.

If Qingyu has already awakened the Mangekyō, then it means that the child's Eye Power has exceeded his expectations.

If not enabled----

That would be even more terrifying.

This shows that Qingyu, with just his Three-Tomoe Sharingan and his own Ninjutsu skills, surpassed the vast majority of Mangekyō Sharingan users.

"Lord Madara."

A White Zetsu emerged from the wall, half of its body protruding from the rock face, its spiral-patterned face bearing its usual carefree smile.

"The alliance between Kirigakure and Iwagakure is still ongoing, and the two sides get along well."

Madara Uchiha nodded slightly.

"What about the Third Mizukage?"

"As you instructed, the main force of Kirigakure has begun to move towards the northern part of the Land of Grass, and is expected to arrive within half a month."

Deployment can be completed.

"Um."

Madara Uchiha responded.

By controlling the Third Mizukage, he effectively controlled Kirigakure.

The Mizukage had long been controlled by him using his Sharingan. The closed-off, high-pressure, and suspicious Kekkei Genkai ninjas that Madara Uchiha had displayed over the years was all the result of his manipulation behind the scenes.

"Any news from Cloud Village?"

"I have already rejected the alliance request sent by Dodai, as you instructed."

White Zetsu paused, then added, "However, the Fourth Raikage doesn't seem to have given up, and recently sent a new envoy to Kirigakure."

Madara Uchiha sneered.

The reason is simple: the Land of Lightning is too far away.

Kumogakure is located in the northeast of the continent, separated from the Land of Earth Land of Grass of Earth and the Land of Iron.

In the upcoming plans, the Land of Grass is the real focus.

That is the only way for Iwagakure to enter the heart of the continent, and it is not too far from Konoha and Sunagakure.

Madara Uchiha needs to place his pieces there.

The Iwagakure are just right.

Meanwhile, the Three-Tails of Kirigakure was already prepared.

The Jinchuriki of that Tailed Beast was specially chosen by Madara Uchiha.

A suitable container, once utilized, simply needs to wait for the right opportunity to become part of the plan.

Now, all the plans are just waiting for Obito to complete all his Rehabilitation Training.

"However, Obito is still too weak right now."

Madara Uchiha glanced at the boy who was practicing Ninjutsu against a stone wall not far away.

Even with the boost from "Hashirama Cells," his maximum strength was still limited by his own physical limitations.

Such pieces are sufficient for the initial steps of the Eye of the Moon Plan.

But if it were to face Qingyu ----

"Let White Zetsu continue training him."

Madara Uchiha gave an order to the White Zetsu beside him.

It seems that only Obito fully comprehends darkness can he awaken his true potential.

"Yes, Lord Madara."

Madara Uchiha then ignored Obito and turned his attention to the shared vision of White Zetsu.

Madara Uchiha was annoyed by Obito's slow progress every day, and thought that going to Qingyu would make him feel better.

Kumogakure.

Council Chamber of the Raikage Building, the Fourth Raikage, A, had a grim expression.

On the floor in front of him were scattered sawdust and fragments of paper.

The solid wood table that had been installed less than half a month ago is now a pile of scrap wood, with its legs broken in two.

"Hmph, what a bunch of idiots!"

The Fourth Raikage retracted his fist, wood chips still clinging to his knuckles.

He was tall, with strong muscles bulging beneath his white cloak, and a angular, brown face.

The Dodai standing next to him twitched its eyelids.

This is a brand new table.

The last one was shattered by the Raikage less than a month ago, and this is the second one.

He sighed silently, closed the document in his hand, and decided to have someone replace it with a sturdier one later.

"Dodai."

The Fourth Raikage turned his head, his golden pupils swirling with suppressed rage.

"How many times have our envoys to Kirigakure been rejected?"

"Three times, Lord Raikage."

Dodai answered truthfully.

"The first time, Kirigakure refused to receive the envoy, citing the Mizukage's illness. The second time, they said they were too busy with village affairs to receive foreign guests. The third time, they simply blocked the envoy at the village entrance, not even letting him in."

"Snort!"

The Fourth Raikage slammed his palm against the wall beside him.

The wall shook violently, and several cracks spread outwards from where the palm landed, with rubble falling.

"Those Kirigakure dared to treat our envoys from Cloud Village like this!"

Dodai did not respond.

He knew that there was probably another reason behind Kirigakure's tough stance.

Although the Third Mizukage was the nominal leader of Kirigakure, the Kirigakure's foreign policy had been shrouded in a certain strangeness over the years.

"Never mind."

The Fourth Raikage took a deep breath and suppressed his anger.

Where is Killer B?

"At the training ground."

Dodai Road.

"Call him over."

Shortly after, Killer B pushed open the door and walked in.

"Brother, what do you want?"

"How is the situation at the front?"

The Fourth Raikage leaned against the wall, arms crossed.

"Hmm----"

Killer B tilted his head and thought for a moment before speaking, "The situation is not optimistic."

How so?

"Although Konoha also suffered heavy losses, their next generation has stepped up: Minato Namikaze Might Guy, Kakashi, Might Guy, and that Qingyu."

Killer B counted on his fingers.

"Especially Qingyu, that guy is a monster. He killed Hanzo of the Salamander, and almost Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist of the Kirigakure were wiped out by him."

"Qingyu ----"

The Fourth Raikage murmured the name.

He already knew this information.

The current Killer B is simply a rehash of the old story.

Even so, Qingyu's impact on him was still intense.

He couldn't understand what kind of blessed land Konoha was, that it could produce so many talented people.

The Fourth Raikage walked to the window and gazed into the distance.

His power has recently been consolidated, Kumogakure is gradually recovering from the chaos following the death of the Third Raikage.

But the threat from Konoha was like a thorn, always stuck in his throat.

Although Konoha was also severely injured, it has the excellent legacy of the next generation.

Minato Namikaze, the Yellow Flash, whose speed was unparalleled in the Shinobi World.

Might Guy, the new generation successor of the Eight Inner Gates, possesses astonishing Taijutsu talent.

Kakashi, whose reputation far surpasses that of the Sannin, is the son of White Fang of the Leaf.

The current Kakashi has not disgraced his background as the son of White Fang, and has shown great talent in Lightning Style and swordsmanship.

And the brightest star, Qingyu.

Qingyu has now grown strong enough to kill Hanzō; we can't delay any longer.

The Fourth Raikage felt as if all the wise men had gathered, a veritable constellation of stars shining in the Shinobi World.

When will the geniuses of Cloud Village grow up in droves like this?

"Compare."

The Fourth Raikage turned around and looked at his sworn brother.

"You secretly led a team to the Eastern Coastline."

Killer B looked puzzled.

"I'll come then too."

The Fourth Raikage spoke slowly.

"Take care of Qingyu first."

Upon hearing this, Dodai stepped forward.

"Lord Raikage, are you going to take action personally?"

"Um."

The Fourth Raikage nodded.

"Qingyu's growth rate is too fast. How old was he when Hanzō died at his hands? If he is allowed to continue to grow, Konoha will have a second First Hokage in a few years."

He paused.

"Even more terrifying than the First Hokage."

Dodai remained silent for a moment before speaking, "I understand, Lord Raikage. I will arrange everything."

"Go."

The Fourth Raikage waved his hand.

"Big brother, that Qingyu— "

"How?"

"He's younger than me, isn't he?"

"Um."

"Then let me meet him first."

Killer B grinned, revealing a set of white teeth.

"I also want to see just how strong someone is who can kill Demigod."

On the other side.

Qingyu continued to hone his Earth Release and Water Release Ninjutsu by the river.

If you want to continue to grow stronger with Wood Release, these two basic attributes cannot be weak.

At this moment, the sun was at its hottest, and the sunlight made the river surface sparkle. Occasionally, a few small fish would leap out of the water, their silver scales flashing in the air before falling back into the water.

Qingyu stood on the riverbank, her hands Hand Seals.

Boom!

Water Release Chakra erupted.

A large amount of water surged around Qingyu's body.

The originally narrow stream was widened, and the mud and gravel were washed downstream by the water flow, causing the riverbanks to recede continuously under the erosion of the water.

Just then, a line of semi-transparent text appeared before his eyes.

[Collectible trait detected: Uchiha Prodigy]

[C-Rank Trait: Uchiha Prodigy]

[Effect: Increases the speed of learning Uchiha Style Ninjutsu, Taijutsu, and Genjutsu by 60%.]

[Synthesis: With personal guidance from Madara Uchiha, this trait will be upgraded to a higher level.]

Qingyu glanced at it and raised an eyebrow slightly.

Madara Uchiha.

It seems to be another trait dropped by that ancestor.

However, this trait is indeed very useful for Qingyu.

Although he now focuses more on developing Water Release, Flying Thunder God Technique, and Wood Release, the Uchiha Style of Ninjutsu and Taijutsu has always been one of his trump cards.

Especially the use of the Sharingan.

If his training speed continues to increase, he will only become more and more adept at developing the various abilities of the Sharingan.

After all, the Sharingan series also has many Genjutsu).

"Qingyu!"

A familiar voice came from behind.

Qingyu turned around, and Tsunade was walking along the riverbank.

Tsunade wasn't wearing a ninja vest, just a sleeveless top.

As she moved, the enormous volume of her sleeveless top, stretched taut, seemed about to collapse.

Qingyu's gaze swept over her.

If Qingyu watches any longer, he suspects Sister Tsunade will punish him.

Tsunade walked to the riverbank and looked down at the river that Qingyu had forcibly widened.

What was originally a stream only two meters wide has now become a river nearly seven meters wide.

"You little rascal, aren't you getting more and more outrageous?"

She crossed her arms, her brown-gold eyes filled with a sense of wonder.

"In the entire history of Konoha, among Water Release ninjas, perhaps only my Second Granduncle can compare to you."

"Sister Tsunade."

Qingyu shook her head.

"The Second Hokage is exceptionally intelligent; Water Release is just one of his many abilities. How could my meager skills compare to his?"

"Alright, stop being modest."

Tsunade.

What should we eat for lunch?

Tsunade asked casually.

"Let's eat fish, there's still some left."

Qingyu said.

Tsunade nodded in agreement.

Qingyu is also quite good at cooking fish.

"Then I'll wait for you here for a while."

Tsunade said.

The sun was quite strong, and she wanted to cool off.

So Tsunade walked to a flat rock by the river, intending to take off her ninja shoes and soak her feet.

"Sister Tsunade, I'll begin then."

Qingyu said.

"Hurry up."

Tsunade spoke while bending over.

The light blue capri pants stretched taut as she moved, outlining the curves of her waist and hips in a way that seemed to fit in one hand.

The trouser seam was slightly sunken into that rounded cleavage, and then gently stretched open by the fullness on both sides.

She reached out and tested the water temperature.

The moment her fingertips touched the water, she gave a soft "hmm," then straightened up and kicked off her ninja shoes.

A pair of smooth, white feet were revealed, with faint blue veins visible beneath.

She dipped her feet into the river.

The coolness made her take a deep breath; her toes curled up in the water, then slowly relaxed.