At the end of Konoha 1948, the rotation of ninjas on the front lines of the Land of Grass was completed, Konoha Ninja who returned to the village once again enjoyed hero-like treatment.
After the wounded were transferred to the hospital, Shu Furukawa had no choice but to immerse himself in his work.
Because of her Hemophobia, Tsunade could only provide guidance from the sidelines during some surgeries.
Seeing how busy Shu Furukawa was, she, as his teacher, couldn't help but feel a little ashamed.
In the evening, after finishing all her work and returning to her office, Tsunade, with a smile on her face, proactively served Shu Furukawa hot tea. "As expected of the genius I taught!"
"Surgeries involving body activation can now be entirely entrusted to you."
Shu Furukawa glanced at Tsunade with some surprise, took the cup, and sighed, "After all, Master is going to become Hokage. Having me, his disciple, share the work in the medical department can also help Master enhance his prestige."
"Everyone is extremely grateful to you, teacher, for creating the Three-Color Pills. Many people have had their lives saved by this secret medicine."
"If you have time, teacher, don't forget to go and encourage the wounded."
Upon hearing " Hokage," Tsunade hesitated for a moment, but seeing the expectant look on Shu Furukawa's face, she finally nodded in agreement. "Okay, you're getting more and more long-winded!"
" Teacher Sarutobi also reminded me about this, but I've never gone to the front lines; I always felt it wasn't quite right."
With victory in sight, the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi the initiative to promote his disciple.
Not only did he praise Tsunade in the Jonin Division, but he also made sure to express his feelings to the Daimyo when submitting the budget for the coming year.
Although the change of Hokage was merely a formality for the Daimyo, upon hearing that Sarutobi Hiruzen wanted Tsunade to succeed him as the next Hokage, the Daimyo of the Land of Fire were very pleased. " Hashirama's granddaughter is very suitable for the position of Hokage."
Almost everyone agreed that if the Senju Clan were to take control of Konoha again, the village would surely prosper even more!
Seeing Tsunade's hesitation, Shu Furukawa simply dropped the subject and changed the subject while sipping his tea. "Sensei, now that you've taken on the responsibility of Hokage, it's time to improve your strength."
"Tonight we can try connecting the Strength of a Hundred Seal with the meridians and cells. Once the modification is complete, it will passively increase the body's Chakra."
Tsunade snatched the cup from Shu Furukawa's hand with a sidelong glance, no longer dwelling on the Hokage issue, and muttered under her breath, "I don't need you to teach me! Go think about what to make for dinner tonight."
Since Shizune won't be back from the front lines until the last few days of the year, Tsunade has stopped eating "children's meals" and can drink a few cups of alcohol every day.
Tsunade, gradually getting used to this peaceful life, was quite content. She would probably have been even happier if it weren't for her teacher's insistence on relinquishing the Hokage Position.
Shu Furukawa smiled and agreed, then got up and left with Tsunade; the two still needed to replenish their supplies.
The hospital staff greeted us loudly all the way. During the war, everyone was busier, but they also received more subsidies than usual.
Instead of facing death on the front lines, the medical ninjas could focus on earning a living in the village and supporting their families. They were extremely grateful to Tsunade.
Back in her Apartment, Tsunade felt a little heavy-hearted as she recalled the gratitude she had received along the way.
If the war could end smoothly, Sarutobi Hiruzen even planned to give up all the credit for the victorious nation and have her name written into the agreement.
Not only does Hokage need outstanding personal strength, but also immense prestige, and they also need their own policies to govern the village.
Balancing the interests of Ninja Clans and civilian ninjas is a concern for everyone. After the war, the budget for each department also needs careful consideration.
She used to be too lazy to think about these issues, but as more and more followers began to express their feelings, Tsunade started to feel a little annoyed.
Thinking about Orochimaru's recent unbridled conversations with her about Root, Tsunade simply lay down on the kotatsu table, trying not to think about anything, watching Shu Furukawa continuously serve her favorite foods.
"Teacher, remember to drink less alcohol. Constructing the technique requires precise control of Chakra."
"I understand. I know the Strength of a Hundred Technique better than you do!"
Tsunade put her worries aside and suddenly had a hearty appetite. She abandoned all ladylike manners and devoured her dinner in a flash, eventually drinking herself into a flushed state.
It wasn't until she was preparing to practice the Strength of a Hundred Technique that Tsunade realized the problem. "How will you help me construct the jutsu formula to connect my meridians and cells?"
Sitting cross-legged in front of Tsunade, Shu Furukawa replied solemnly, "Sensei, you just need to relax; I'll take care of the rest."
Under Tsunade's shocked gaze, Shu Furukawa Hand Seals, and then a nearly tangible spirit appeared between the two of them.
Just as Tsunade was about to ask again, Shu Furukawa's voice came from his body. "The portion of Chakra carried in the spirit body will help you replenish what you've lost, Master."
"Teacher, remember to concentrate."
Tsunade subconsciously closed her eyes. As Shu Furukawa's spirit entered her body, her spiritual body was also drawn into the Strength of a Hundred Seal that she had recently constructed.
In her spiritual world, Tsunade and looked around. There were four " Gate of the Great God " around her, with accumulated Chakra floating above.
"This is a basic technique, teacher. Remember my subsequent steps; you can try to take the lead yourself in the future."
Having gained complete control of this body, Shu Furukawa began constructing a jutsu while examining the differences among the Senju Clan: "So it really is an anomaly brought about by Ashura Chakra?"
Shu Furukawa felt that Tsunade's bloodline was unremarkable; her cellular strength was indeed far superior to that of ordinary ninjas, but her body did not have any special energy structure.
Tsunade was unaware that her disciple was criticizing her. At that moment, a strange feeling surged through her body; she seemed to have control over every single cell. A thought arose, "Shu has indeed completely surpassed me."
" Hokage?! This is the last way I can take care of you."
As the snow blanketed the village once more, inside the Hokage Building, Sarutobi Hiruzen, having removed his Hokage hat, gazed out the window, puffing on a cloud of smoke in high spirits.
Upon hearing the knock on the door, Sarutobi Hiruzen saw Tsunade wearing Jonin vest and jokingly remarked in surprise, "Coming to my place so early in the morning, that's quite a rare sight."
" Old Man, I've thought it over. If it's just about helping the village transition to the next generation of excellent ninjas, I'll accept this position."
Tsunade responded simply with a solemn expression. Sarutobi Hiruzen laughed heartily, very satisfied with his disciple's choice. "That's how it should be, Tsunade. With the three of you here, the village will only get better and better."
"If the war cannot be ended smoothly next year, I will take on this responsibility. Prepare yourselves with peace of mind!"
Seeing her teacher laughing heartily, Tsunade was about to make a comment when Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at his disciple and said with a smile, "It seems you've made progress in your ninjutsu training; your body seems to have returned to its youthful state."
Tsunade paused slightly, instinctively glancing towards the window. In the reflection, her skin seemed to radiate a pale, luminous glow, and a strange emotion welled up within her. "My body?!"