Partial Expansion Jutsu isn't that difficult.
Natsume completely mastered it after just a few days of learning.
After that, it was a completely dull and uneventful life.
In the morning, he practiced Sage Mode.
In the afternoon, he ate grapes to replenish his Chakra and then trained his pupil power.
At night, he became Tsunade's pillow.
In the dead of night, he sneaked out to feed Hinata Hyuga.
Occasionally, Natsume would go to see Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha to show his presence.
Time flew by.
In a measurement unit, it was nearly one and a half 'kun' (a meme reference).
Three years! Do you know how I spent these three years?
I've been playing... No, taking photos every day.
I've been so happy.
Natsume watched Ena Uzumaki's movements through the camera.
She was sitting on the Sofa, with her legs in black over-the-knee socks naturally crossed, revealing the red scenery under her pleated sailor skirt.
Her top was also red, and her hair was tied into Twin tails with a black hairband. She was also holding a pair of round-toed leather boots in her right hand.
Today, Ena Uzumaki was cosplaying as Rin Tohsaka.
She's a character from various TYPE-MOON works.
There's a famous meme about her: "I could play with her legs for years."
Ena Uzumaki isn't any worse.
Her thighs are plump and well-proportioned, and her calves are slender and even, with a perfect curve.
After taking the photos, Natsume stretched.
But there was still plenty of time, so he couldn't waste it.
Ena Uzumaki's jade feet wrapped in black over-the-knee socks gently stepped on Natsume's back to give him a massage.
Her face was blushing, and she felt extremely awkward.
In this world, due to the existence of nobles, it resembled ancient Japan more.
The etiquette was similar. Women were expected to be good wives and mothers.
In Ena Uzumaki's view, this kind of thing was completely absurd and incomprehensible.
Especially given her gentle nature.
Natsume finally understood why men like to give advice during their 'post-action clarity'.
He secretly thought that having an automatic masseuse was really nice.
After a long time, Ena Uzumaki's legs were a bit weak, and there was a lot of sweat on her forehead.
"You're tired too. Now it's my turn to massage you."
Natsume asked her to sit down and squatted in front of her.
He reached out his right hand to hold her soft ankle, and his left hand gently glided over it, making a rustling sound of friction.
Ena Uzumaki subconsciously straightened her legs.
Natsume smiled and took off her black over-the-knee socks, revealing her jade-like bare feet.
Ena Uzumaki gently bit her lips. Ripples appeared in the depths of her tender eyes, and her toes tightened uneasily.
Natsume patted the arch of her foot and slowly rubbed her delicate toes, gradually making her relax.
He gradually moved upwards.
I don't know how much time had passed, but Ena Uzumaki had actually fallen into a deep sleep.
Was she too tired?
Natsume didn't disturb her.
He got up and checked the time. It was already noon.
He might as well cook a meal.
As for why Natsume could cook?
It was all thanks to the Deep Blue system's attribute points.
With just ten destiny value points, he could become a top-notch chef.
It was a real bargain.
He also remembered this one day when he was delivering a late-night snack to Hinata Hyuga.
Cooking on his own could save money.
More importantly, it could touch the people who ate it and make them feel valued.
It doubles the effect of boosting favorability.
Sure enough, Hinata Hyuga has changed from wanting to pay him back to planning to cook for him in the future.
Natsume opened the refrigerator.
Since Hinata likes chicken drumsticks, there was mostly chicken inside.
He stroked his chin and finally decided to make Saliva Chicken.
This is a well - known Sichuan dish that combines spiciness, numbing sensation, fragrance, freshness, tenderness, and juiciness. It's very delicious.
While Natsume was cooking, Ena Uzumaki entered the kitchen.
"Are you awake? Wait a moment. I'm making Saliva Chicken."
Hearing the noise, he said without turning his head.
Saliva Chicken?
Ena Uzumaki was slightly stunned.
Over the years, she had learned a lot of Natsume's foreign words from Karin. Even if he was using a literal translation, she could understand it.
"It smells so good. I can't wait to have a taste of this dish."
Ena Uzumaki sniffed and couldn't help swallowing her saliva.
"You can have it earlier."
Suddenly, Natsume leaned close to her ear and said a few words.
Ena Uzumaki's eyes instantly filled with shyness.
Just when Natsume thought she was unwilling, she bowed her head, knelt on one knee, and performed a courtesy like wearing a crown.
It's not the [Partial Multi - Size Technique], but it's better than it.
The chicken in the pot was already stewed to a pulp, and various white chicken fats were floating on the water surface.
Natsume sighed inwardly, thinking it was a pity.
Ena Uzumaki swallowed and said, "I'll go wash my hands and have a meal later."
She turned around and quickly ran into the bathroom.
The Saliva Chicken is really good. Natsume and his... well, let's just say he and his 'friend' were very satisfied.
Next time, he'll try Shredded Chicken.
After lunch, Natsume returned home.
Tsunade was sitting on the sofa, her eyes blank, as if in a daze.
"Sister."
"When did you come back?"
Tsunade was startled and came back to her senses.
"I just came back. What are you thinking about, sister?"
Natsume naturally sat beside her and played with her hand.
Tsunade thought to herself, "This is exactly the situation."
It's becoming increasingly dangerous.
A few years ago, she could still comfort herself by thinking of him as a little boy, but now he's a young man.
It's time to draw a clear line and make a proper separation according to their status.
"Natsume, I'm going to the Land of Fire on a mission tomorrow."
Tsunade said in a solemn voice.
Natsume was taken aback.
Over the years, he knew Tsunade quite well.
It smelled like a lie.
He thought for a moment and understood the reason.
Did she want to keep a distance and calm down?
But some feelings grow stronger the farther apart two people are.
Well, it's okay.
Natsume could take this opportunity to go to Kiri himself and get some destiny value.
If he didn't go, Mei Terumī and others might have already discovered the truth that Yagura Karatachi, the Fourth Mizukage, was being controlled.
As for the [Sage Mode], he had already mastered it.
He had just been pretending.
Katsuyu Sage was also very cooperative.
As a creature that has lived for thousands of years, age means nothing to it.
It had watched Tsunade grow up, so naturally it hoped she would have a good ending.
"There's an issue with the Twelve Guardian Ninja of the Fire Daimyo."
Thinking he didn't believe her, Tsunade explained, "The old guy's son, Asuma Sarutobi, is one of the Twelve Guardian Ninja. That's why he wants me to go and see what's going on."
Natsume nodded.
In the original story, the Twelve Guardian Ninja split due to differences in their beliefs.
One faction, led by Kazuma, believed that there should be only one leader in the Land of Fire, which was the Daimyo, not the Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Asuma Sarutobi naturally disagreed. That's his dad, of course he's gonna support him and thus became part of the Hokage's faction.
The two factions clashed.
In the end, Asuma Sarutobi emerged victorious, and Kazuma fled.
Now that Tsunade's in the picture, there's no doubt about the outcome.
[Due to your actions, the fates of the Guardian Ninja such as Kazuma have changed. You have gained eighty - nine points of destiny value.]
Not bad. I can still earn some destiny value.
This message also indicated that Tsunade was going to the Land of Fire because of Natsume.
The mission's just an excuse.
"Okay, Sister. Stay safe and come back quick," Natsume said obediently. "With the Katsuyu Sage by your side, you don't gotta worry about Sage Mode."
Tsunade was slightly startled and felt a bit guilty.
But she quickly hardened her heart.
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