Chapter 11

After the meal, Liuyun was surprised that Uchiha Mikoto never mentioned what had happened last night. She acted as if nothing had happened.

At that, Liuyun smiled the way any dirty-minded guy would understand.

Perhaps the plan that had flashed through his mind earlier could become permanent.

Maybe joining Eastern Wu wouldn't be so bad!

"Liuyun, off to school?"

"Good morning, Liuyun! Good morning, Mikoto!"

The Uchiha Clan Compound was as familiar as ever, and so were the faces. Their attitudes, though, had changed completely.

Liuyun and Mikoto passed through after breakfast.

The Uchiha who had once mocked and looked down on him now greeted them with smiles, fussing over them and asking after their well-being.

No doubt Uchiha Fuchu's orders had taken effect.

Liuyun couldn't help thinking that this was what strength could bring.

Outsiders called the Uchiha Clan evil, but that wasn't true. They felt things more deeply than anyone.

Their love was simply a little obsessive.

There were plenty of examples: Tobi, Madara, Itachi the Clan Killer, and Shisui, that ambassador of peace. Which of them wasn't obsessive?

Of course, that was just Liuyun's idle thought. He brought his attention back to the present.

He gave the Uchiha who lavished attention on them a polite smile.

Where were you when I needed help? And now that things are going well, who are you to turn up?

Of course, those showing concern were all Uchiha who had yet to awaken their eyes.

Those who had awakened theirs behaved much as before, though they no longer looked at Liuyun with disgust.

Perhaps, to them, only those who had awakened their eyes were true Uchiha.

Konoha's God of Gamblers, Tsunade!

The Ninja Academy was much the same as ever. The only difference was that his classmates now looked at Liuyun with a hint of respect.

He took his seat and greeted Kushina.

Then Liuyun began training his mind. His spirit truly wandered beyond the world as he slept like a monk!

Once Wang Tenggangyi appeared, another boring day began.

Time passed quickly in sleep. Before he knew it, the sky had turned golden.

As usual, Liuyun walked with Kushina and Uchiha Mikoto, taking Kushina home first.

At the end of the street, the three arrived once more at the gates of the Senju Clan Compound.

"See you tomorrow, Liuyun! Mikoto!"

"See you tomorrow!" they both replied.

Liuyun and Mikoto waved. Once Kushina had gone inside, they were about to leave when a clear voice sounded behind them.

"You're Uchiha Liuyun? The one who beat Minato Namikaze, the boy Jiraiya's been quietly backing?"

Liuyun turned and studied the beautiful woman before him.

She had long golden hair and wore a Jonin vest. She looked a little tired, as though she had just returned from a mission.

Even so, nothing could hide her mature beauty or her slender, flawless figure.

The faint, alluring scent she carried was like a deadly poison drawing him in.

The two curves at her chest were the finishing touch. Once he looked, he could hardly tear his eyes away.

This was Tsunade, the future Fifth Hokage, now in the most beautiful years of her life.

"Brat! You really are a lecher, just like Jiraiya!"

Tsunade shot him an irritated glare. "I asked you a question. Are you Uchiha Liuyun?"

"I am." Liuyun nodded, then corrected her in a solemn tone.

"You must be Lady Tsunade. I'm not a lecher. Men just react this way when they see someone or something beautiful."

"Hah! Learning to sweet-talk people at your age? Little girl, you'd better stay away from this boy."

"With that personality, he's bound to grow up into a pervert!"

Tsunade pursed her lips, looking disdainful.

"Don't worry, Lady Tsunade. I believe Liuyun isn't that kind of person!"

Uchiha Mikoto spoke with complete sincerity.

"Hah! Not bad, brat. You've already got this little girl head over heels for you. You're much better than Jiraiya!" Tsunade turned back to mock him.

"Was there something you wanted, Lady Tsunade?"

Liuyun changed the subject. Who knew whether this violent woman would start throwing punches if they kept talking?

"Nothing. I just wanted to see what the boy Kushina keeps talking about looks like!"

Tsunade rubbed her chin. "Now that I've seen you, you're nothing special. Just a little lecher!"

A lecher this, a lecher that. What did I ever do to you?

A nameless fury surged through Liuyun, but he quickly forced it down.

He knew he was no match for this violent woman yet.

Give him a few years, and Liuyun would make sure the farthest Tsunade ever got from him was the bathroom.

He drew a deep breath and smiled, about to speak.

Then the system's voice rang through his mind.

The host's lecherous spirit has surged to the heavens. He longs to embark on a journey of enlightenment with Tsunade, but sadly lacks the strength.

Host, please choose one of the following options.

1. Get Tsunade to kiss you of her own accord. Reward: Chakra doubled!

2. Get Tsunade to give you a fierce hug of her own accord. Reward: stamina doubled.

3. Get Tsunade to kiss and hug you of her own accord. Reward: Mental Energy, Chakra, and stamina each doubled!

Those rewards are damn generous. Liuyun swallowed as he stared at the options in his mind.

No wonder Tsunade was one of the women countless fans of the original story wanted most.

The rewards spoke for themselves. A choice involving Tsunade was worth two days of effort.

"Brat! What are you thinking? Keep looking at me like that, and I'll send you flying!"

Tsunade flexed her wrist and spoke fiercely.

"Nothing! You've got the wrong idea, Lady Tsunade!"

Liuyun hastily waved his hands, his eyes darting about.

An idea immediately came to him. The three options looked difficult, but anyone who knew Tsunade's temperament would see that they were practically free points.

So Liuyun chose the third option without hesitation. It offered the greatest reward.

He gave her a warm smile, like a cunning little fox.

"I've heard that Lady Tsunade is Konoha's God of Gamblers. I'm no expert, but I'd like to challenge you."

"God of Gamblers?" Tsunade raised an eyebrow, her eyes lighting up.

Her displeasure vanished at once. She patted Liuyun on the shoulder, clearly delighted by the title.

"That's right! I am Konoha's God of Gamblers. So, you want to challenge me?"

"Yes! Everyone says your gambling skills are incredible, but I don't believe it," Liuyun said with a straight face.

"No problem! Today, I'll show you why Konoha's God of Gamblers is famous!"

The fatigue vanished from Tsunade's face, replaced by excitement.

"Lady Tsunade, Liuyun's still young. He shouldn't be gambling!"

Uchiha Mikoto spoke up, fidgeting with the corner of her clothes, her small face tense.

"Don't worry, Mikoto. We're not betting money. It's just a friendly match!"

"Exactly! Just a friendly match! Don't worry, I won't let your little boyfriend lose too badly!"

Tsunade thumped her chest with an air of generosity, then casually pulled three dice from it.

She certainly had room to spare!

Liuyun curled his lip inwardly. You won't let me lose? Do you have any idea how bad your own luck is?

Uchiha Mikoto, meanwhile, stared wide-eyed at Tsunade's chest, her dark eyes full of envy and jealousy.

"All right, brat! Let's start. What are we playing?" Tsunade could hardly wait to show off in front of her new little admirer.

A Crushing Hug! Come Here, You!

"Something simple. Let's go with high roll," Liuyun said with a casual smile.

"Very well! As Konoha's God of Gamblers, I ought to act like a senior. You can go first!"

Tsunade handed Liuyun the dice, looking every bit the master.

Liuyun crouched by the gates of the Senju Clan Compound and tossed them. The three dice landed and spun rapidly.

A moment later, they settled: one, one, and two. Four in total!

"Four!"

Mikoto gave Liuyun an odd look and quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

Thank goodness this was only a friendly match, with nothing at stake. Otherwise, Liuyun would have lost badly!

Tsunade showed none of Mikoto's restraint. She laughed so hard she could barely close her mouth, the two prominent curves at her chest swaying back and forth.

She looked nothing like Konoha's princess.

"Four! Four!" I thought my luck at gambling was bad, but yours is even worse!

"The match isn't over yet, Lady Tsunade. Your turn." Liuyun's expression did not change.

"Boy, today I'll show you what it means to be Konoha's God of Gamblers!"

Tsunade scooped up the dice and threw them to the ground, brimming with confidence.

The three dice tumbled rapidly. Soon, the first stopped, showing a single red pip: one.

Tsunade's expression remained unchanged. She folded her arms. "Don't worry. There are still two dice left!"

The second die stopped on one as well.

The confidence on Tsunade's face began to fade. Though she tried to sound calm, tension crept into her voice. "No need to panic. There's still one!"

Inside, she was frantic, praying with all her might: Please don't be a one. Please don't be a one.

The heavens apparently didn't hear Tsunade's prayer. They went against her without a moment's hesitation.

The final die also stopped on one.

One, one, one: three in total, one point lower than Liuyun's roll.

Uchiha Mikoto's mouth fell open as she looked at Tsunade. This is Konoha's God of Gamblers?

She had thought Liuyun's luck was bad enough. She hadn't expected Lady Tsunade's to be even worse.

Liuyun had known what would happen, so he wasn't surprised in the least.

He shook his head slightly, unable to hide the disappointment in his eyes.