After returning victorious from the battle in the Land of Rain, Konoha seemed to have calmed down.
Every night, Kawaki had long and serious conversations with Tsunade about the important topic of "the scarcity of the Hatake family members".
Tsunade really went through a lot because of this. The two went to bed at sunset and didn't rise until sunrise.
Thanks to this "nourishment", Tsunade made significant progress in her research work. However, in fact, it was mainly due to restricting Kawaki from entering the research room.
After the Hashirama's cells had been stably cultivated, Tsunade took some of Kawaki's blood during her free time and started the cell fusion experiment.
Kawaki was extremely excited about this, as if he could already see Wood Release waving to him. However, the research findings wouldn't come out so soon.
Judging from Tsunade's expression when she mentioned it, the progress was far from smooth.
It seemed that Kawaki's desire to obtain the Wood Release ability couldn't be fulfilled in the short term.
Kawaki had set his sights on Orochimaru. The combined power of this scientific madman and Tsunade would surely be more than one plus one (greater than the sum of their individual efforts).
Unfortunately, Orochimaru had already gone to the Ryūchi Cave to undergo the Sage Art test.
Three kids of Nagato were making rapid progress and could already learn simple ninjutsu.
Kawaki encouraged Konan to study her paper - folding skills. He also found many Ninjutsu Scrolls for her to refer to during Yahiko's learning process.
And Konan, worthy of being the angel in the Akatsuki organization, had now created Paper Shuriken and Paper Clone.
Her high talent made Kawaki feel ashamed. Minato even suspected he wasn't smart enough, as he still hadn't found a clue to the ninjutsu proposed by his teacher.
Only Nawaki, being thick - skinned, cheered on the side, simply thinking that Konan was amazing without any other feelings.
Yahiko quickly mastered Water Release, and he was also learning swordsmanship from Minato.
Nagato had the highest talent. He could now use simple ninjutsu of five attributes, and he was even interested in Medical Ninjutsu.
Tsunade also liked this shy little boy and would occasionally take Nagato to the hospital. Maybe she was thinking of training an assistant.
Moreover, since Nagato was Kawaki's disciple, Tsunade didn't have any concerns.
One morning, before it was time for lunch, Tsunade rushed back to the Hatake family's residence.
Kawaki and Sakumo were playing with Kakashi and Kurenai Yūhi. Natsuki was chatting with Kurenai's mother.
Shinryu Yūhi, used to being a teacher, was teaching the Three kids of Nagato some theoretical knowledge and how to use ninjutsu.
"Tsuna, why'd you come back so early?"
Kawaki was a bit surprised to see Tsunade. She usually only came back from the hospital for dinner, and nothing could disrupt her research.
"Sunagakure is getting restless."
"The Intelligence Division has discovered the traces of Sunagakure ninjas in the Land of Rain."
"My teacher called me over. He and the Daimyō's mansion have reached an agreement."
"We'll be breaking into the Land of Wind soon."
As soon as Tsunade sat down, she told the news she had learned. A war between the great nations was about to start.
"Although we've been mentally prepared, it's still a bit tiring when it actually comes."
Kawaki stood up and returned Kurenai Yūhi to her mother. Sakumo still held Kakashi and didn't let go.
This was his real son. If Kurenai hadn't come, he wouldn't have had the chance to hold him.
"Will you lead the team this time?"
Sakumo looked at Tsunade. Kakashi was wriggling in his arms. He was unhappy because Kurenai Yūhi was gone.
At such a young age, he already had the demeanor of his uncle.
"Yes, the combat meeting should be held in a few days."
Tsunade nodded. In the Land of Wind, there was Chiyo, who could rival Hanzō, and the Third Kazekage. Besides, there was also a Jinchūriki.
This battle would be much more difficult than the one against the Land of Rain.
"We should make some preparations then."
Kawaki rolled his eyes. It wasn't clear what idea he had come up with and he didn't say it explicitly.
"Is war breaking out again?"
Shinryu Yūhi slowly walked over at this time and joined the discussion of the three.
"Yes, I don't know how many more people will die this time."
"I'll go to the hospital first to prepare more anti - poison items. The poison of Sunagakure's puppets is quite troublesome."
Saying so, Tsunade bid farewell to the others and left. It was her first time to be the commander - in - chief alone.
There was definitely pressure, but fortunately, Kawaki could support her.
"Go ahead. I'll talk to you about something interesting tonight."
When Kawaki said this, Tsunade got the wrong idea. Remembering the intense "battle" last night, she blushed.
She rolled her eyes at Kawaki and left in a hurry.
"Good boy, dad can't accompany you again."
Sakumo lowered his head and kissed Kakashi on the face.
"Gurgle gurgle~"
Kakashi reached out to grab Sakumo's face. He thought it was very interesting.
"Aniki, take the Samurai of our family with you this time."
"Samurais who haven't seen blood are hard to grow up."
"They won't be of much use in the future."
Kawaki was no longer worried about the high - end combat power of the Hatake family. Instead, the middle and lower levels were lacking. He couldn't do everything by himself.
Otherwise, what was the point of raising these samurais.
"Got it. How many of them can come back depends on themselves."
Sakumo sighed. On the battlefield, swords and arrows were merciless. He couldn't spend energy taking care of these samurais.
"This is the way of the troubled times. It's no use over - thinking, Sakumo."
Shinryu Yūhi spoke up to comfort him. He could tell that Sakumo was cold on the outside but warm - hearted.
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In the evening, Tsunade returned tiredly. She basically lived at the Hatake family's place now.
As her granddaughter had grown up and Mito Uzumaki thought highly of Kawaki, she didn't bother to take care of Tsunade.
Maybe she could see her great - grandchildren in her lifetime. That would really be a life without regrets.
It's just that Nawaki was so obtuse. Kushina lived in the same house, but he remained indifferent.
Mito could only sigh that people were really incomparable. It was Kawaki's eldest disciple who had taken advantage.
After their intimate moment, Tsunade leaned on Kawaki's chest. The blush on her face hadn't faded yet.
Kawaki's hand was groping under the quilt. Tsunade was already used to it. She really couldn't figure out why he was so into it.
"Do you remember the interesting thing I told you this morning?"
"Didn't we just finish it?"
Tsunade looked puzzled. Am I not interesting enough?
"Cough, you got the wrong idea."
Kawaki then realized that he had been misunderstood.
"I thought of a way to improve your strength. It's simple and effective."
"Oh, tell me about it."
Tsunade became interested. Since she couldn't practice Sage Art, she had been at a loss on how to improve in this area.
She could only store Chakra in the [Yin Seal] every day.
"Do you still remember Taki Ninja Village (Takigakure)?"
"Is it the ninja village that sent someone to assassinate my grandfather?"
Tsunade vaguely remembered such a thing. The assassin was injured after a few moves against her grandfather's wooden clone and then fled in a hurry.
"Yes."
"Are you interested in the Seven-Tailed Beast?"
Kawaki (Chuanfeng) asked this question slowly, which really surprised Tsunade.
She understood what Kawaki meant. He actually wanted her to become the Jinchūriki of the Seven-Tailed Beast.
She never even thought they couldn't catch it. With Kawaki's Torii Seal and her ability in Sealing Technique, catching the Seven-Tailed Beast was just a matter of time.
"Other ninja villages won't be happy to see Konoha have one more tailed beast."
"Who cares about that after we get it? Who dares to come to Konoha and ask for it?"
"Iwagakure also has two tailed beasts."
Tailed beasts are indeed nuclear weapons on the battlefield, but they are also time bombs. Kawaki doesn't think Konoha will be besieged by the allied forces of various countries because of one tailed beast.
"Do you think we have a good chance?"
Tsunade thought it made sense. As long as the capture was kept secret and it was wartime, the risk was indeed not high.
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