"Tsunade, you're here," Tobirama Senju said weakly.
Tsunade cried helplessly as she lay across Tobirama Senju's legs. "Second Grandpa, how could you..."
Tobirama Senju's white hair made him look especially frail. After coughing a few times, he said, "I am already fifty-one. For someone who survived the Warring States era, reaching this age is already the limit."
Tsunade raised her head, tears streaming down her face. "Second Grandpa, I don't want you to die."
Tobirama Senju looked at Tsunade, his eyes filled with affection and reluctance. He slowly raised a hand, wanting to stroke her hair, but his hand trembled too badly for him to succeed.
"Tsunade, don't be sad. Birth, aging, sickness, and death are all part of life. I have done my best in this life, for the village and for the clan." Though Tobirama Senju's voice was weak, it was filled with resolve.
Tsunade tightly held Tobirama Senju's hand, sobbing uncontrollably. "Second Grandpa, you are our hero. The people of the village will never forget you."
Tobirama Senju revealed a gratified smile. "I only hope that you can continue protecting the village and make it prosper even more. Tsunade, you have your grandfather's courage and my wisdom. You will surely become an outstanding ninja." Then Tobirama Senju said, "Go bring that brat in."
Tsunade turned to find Uchiha Ying, but he had already been waiting at the door for a long time. "Teacher, I'm here," Uchiha Ying said, tears streaking his cheeks.
Tobirama Senju looked at Uchiha Ying, his gaze filled with gratification and expectation.
"Ying, you're here. I know you are a talented child who values loyalty and bonds. After I am gone, you must shoulder the burden of protecting the village together with Tsunade." Tobirama Senju's voice grew weaker still.
Uchiha Ying nodded heavily, tears