Raito reacted extremely quickly, instantly dispersing the Wood Release chakra in his hands and switching seamlessly to Ice Release.
On the lake at the center of the island, Raito stood steadily on ice as smooth as a mirror.
Under his control, snowflakes danced through the air like sprites as he practiced meticulously precise changes in form.
After landing, Mei Terumi looked at the swirling wind and snow and could not help remarking, "I never thought you'd actually have a few tricks up your sleeve, kid. You really got that stubborn Tsunade to cooperate."
Raito did not turn around. He merely gave a quiet "Mm."
"And what's even more incredible is that her whole expression has changed. All that resentment from before, when she looked like she wanted to eat us alive, is gone."
Mei Terumi walked to the lakeside and asked curiously, "What on earth did you say to put her under your spell?"
They were clearly kidnappers and hostage, and things had been so tense before. How had one night's sleep left this woman without a single complaint, even seeming to enjoy herself a little?
It was practically a medical miracle.
Raito was actually just as baffled himself.
Tsunade's change had indeed been because of Wood Release, but her attitude was a little too friendly. Something about it kept feeling odd.
Had he perhaps overlooked some crucial information besides Wood Release?
"No matter how many twists and turns there were along the way, the outcome is good. Having Tsunade stay here matters more than anything."
"Once Ameyuri Ringo is cured, our village will have truly regained a top-tier fighter with limitless potential."
The corners of Mei Terumi's lips rose slightly in a charming, confident smile. She was clearly quite satisfied with this result.
Originally, when she heard Raito mention