The alternation of power in Konoha is like a silent earthquake, and the aftermath is spreading to the entire Shinobi World at an alarming speed.
Senju Chen, who had no idea about this, was currently soaking comfortably in Land of Hot Water's most famous hot spring.
Land of Hot Water, a small peaceful country famous for its hot springs and tourism. There are no shinobi villages and no wars. Most of the people walking on the streets are businessmen with kind smiles and travelers with tired faces but a hint of expectation.
It is completely different from the depressing and heavy atmosphere of Konoha. The air here is filled with a unique warm fragrance of sulfur, and a kind of leisure that is lazy to the core.
Senju Chen leaned against the edge of the open-air hot spring, letting the warm spring water soak into every inch of his skin, soothing him from the trivial fatigue caused by days of "outing".
He feels that his future "hotel chain" must also include this package. It is so refreshing to soak in a hot spring after a tiring day.
He squinted his eyes slightly and looked at his sister not far away who was drinking sake instead of water, her cheeks were flushed, and she was smiling unbridled.
Tsunade obviously loves this place very much.
After overcoming the psychological barrier to a certain extent and being accompanied by Senju Chen every day, Tsunade has become more relaxed.
And now you don't have to bear the title of Konoha, "Sannin" or Senju, and you don't have to think about those messy things.
Here, she is just a rich lady who has money and leisure, and can enjoy wine, food and hot springs to her heart's content.
"Hey! Little Chen!" Tsunade raised the white porcelain wine bottle in his hand and shook it towards Senju Chen, "Don't sit still like an old man, come here and have a drink with your sister!"
"Sister, drink less." Senju Chen smiled helplessly, picked up a warm towel from the stone plate by the pool, and put it on his head, "Sister Shizune is almost turning gray with worry. If you keep drinking like this, our travel funds for this month will probably bottom out in advance."
"What are you afraid of!" Tsunade waved his hand proudly, splashing water, "If the money is gone, just go to the casino and win it back! I've been very lucky recently!"
Are you lucky? Who lost all the living expenses of the three of them this month in Tanzaku Town, and finally used Transformation Technique to pretend to be a greasy middle-aged wealthy businessman and "win" the money back from the casino owner?
After that, they were pulled by Shizune and left Tanzaku Town in a hurry, all the way to their current place.
Now all their expenses are taken care of by Shizune. Since Senju Clan gave all his family assets to Senju Chen, Tsunade can't be as lavish as before. Of course, he still can't get rid of his gambling addiction.
He didn't bother to expose his sister's poor self-esteem.
On the other side, Shizune was carefully wiping the body of Tonton in his arms. The little pig seemed to enjoy the warm spring water, and screamed "Puff" comfortably. Hearing Tsunade When E said this, Shizune's face immediately fell. She hugged Tonton and whispered to Senju Chen for help.
The dependence and trust in his eyes also made Senju Chen feel warm in his heart.
He stood up, and the water drops slid down his smooth muscles, reflecting a little glimmer in the moonlight. He walked to Tsunade and naturally took the wine bottle in her hand.
"Okay, sister, that's it for today." His voice was gentle, but with a hint of refusal, "It's not good for your health to soak in the water for too long. Aren't we going to visit the 'Haori Festival' here tomorrow? I heard there are a lot of novelty things."
"Haori Festival?" Tsunade was indeed diverted. She thought about it drunkenly, "Oh, yes, that seems to be the case. Okay, okay, I'll listen to you, brat."
Although she complained on her lips, she leaned her body honestly on Senju Chen and let him help her out of the hot spring.
Shizune quickly stepped forward and wanted to help, but was stopped by Senju Chen's look.
"Sister Shizune, go and prepare some clothes. I will take care of my sister."
"Ah... Okay." Shizune looked at the boy's broad and reliable back, and Lady Tsunade, who was easily carried on his shoulders and had already started to doze off. A trace of blush appeared on his cheeks unconsciously. He hugged Tonton and ran into the locker room with a slight panic.
Senju Chen supported Tsunade, slowly Earth Flow.
"Little Chen." Tsunade in his arms suddenly spoke vaguely.
"Huh? What's wrong, sister?"
"You... do you also like that girl Shizune?"
Senju Chen's footsteps paused, and then returned to normal. The smile on his face remained unchanged, "Sister Shizune is a very nice person, gentle, kind, and good at taking care of others. Who wouldn't like him?"
"Hmph, don't play rough tricks with me." Tsunade pinched his arm lightly, "I'm asking about the kind of love you have."
"Sister, you drank too much." Senju Chen chuckled.
Tsunade didn't ask any more questions, just leaned her head on his shoulder, and said in a lower voice, "That girl... is a good girl. She has suffered a lot with me these years. If you really like her, treat her better. We Senju Clan men are not bastards who always give up."
"I know, sister." Senju Chen's voice sounded particularly soft in the night.
The next day, Haori Festival.
People were coming and going on the streets, and there were colorful carp streamers and lanterns with exquisite patterns hanging everywhere. The faces of men and women wearing all kinds of gorgeous feathers were filled with festive joy.
Tsunade went completely crazy. She pulled Shizune, like a curious baby, lingering in front of various stalls. Fishing for goldfish, shooting targets, buying masks... All the fun she missed due to wars and missions when she was young seemed to want to make up for it all at once today.
Senju Chen was like a conscientious butler, following behind the two of them, carrying large and small bags of "trophies" in his hands.
When passing a newsstand, he seemed to stop inadvertently.
A newspaper from Land of Fire was placed in the most conspicuous position. The bold and black title was too dazzling to be ignored.
"Breaking news! Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi announced his resignation, Konoha will usher in a new era!"
When he suddenly saw this news, Senju Chen was also stunned, but then he thought that in the original work, Third Hiruzen Sarutobi also abdicated after the war.
Senju Chen originally thought that Konoha had achieved such a great victory this time, and that old man Third would not abdicate so soon, but unexpectedly, something happened anyway.
He calmly bought a newspaper, and then quickly followed Tsunade and Shizune in front of him.
"Sister, Sister Shizune, let's go to the teahouse over there and have a rest." He pointed at an elegant two-story building not far away and suggested.
"Okay, okay! I happen to be thirsty!" Tsunade was sweating profusely from playing and agreed without hesitation.
The three of them found a seat by the window and sat down.
Senju Chen put the newspaper on the table and thoughtfully poured tea for the two of them.