After Natsume released the pressure, he came out and saw Tayuya with a blushing face. He subconsciously scratched his head.
He had forgotten that this girl was outside.
"Pervert!"
The stunned Tayuya snapped back to her senses and roared angrily.
She had witnessed the entire culinary interaction just now.
The sound woke Ena Uzumaki up.
She struggled to lift her head and noticed the strange little girl.
Almost instantly, her body trembled, and a blush spread across her face. She was on the verge of fainting, experiencing what it was called social death.
"So full of energy?"
A mischievous smile appeared on Natsume's lips.
Tayuya immediately took a few steps back, and it felt as if her soles were itching again. She was too scared to say another word.
"Alright, let's have a meal later."
Natsume stopped teasing her and turned to look at Ena Uzumaki, who was in a complicated mood.
"Sorry."
He knew the personality of this beautiful woman.
Being seen like that was indeed too much of a shock.
Ena Uzumaki quickly got up. Enduring the weakness in her legs, she nestled her delicate body into Natsume's arms.
"It's okay."
Her tone was filled with infinite tenderness.
If it weren't for the time, Natsume would've fancied another round of fun.
He reached out and gently stroked her hair.
"Brother Natsume!"
Karin's voice rang out.
She ran in from outside and glanced at Tayuya.
In the end, her curiosity was overcome by her affection for Natsume.
She squeezed between the two of them like a flash and said, "I want a hug too!"
Ena Uzumaki bent down and picked her up.
Karin immediately stretched out her arms and looked at Natsume.
The meaning was self - evident.
Ena Uzumaki couldn't help but smile.
Sure enough, her daughter took sides with outsiders.
"Brother has to go cook."
Natsume pinched her little cheek and said.
"Oh."
Karin was a bit disappointed, but she soon became happy again because she could enjoy her brother's cooking once more.
"Tayuya, come in."
Natsume remembered there was still someone else and waved.
Tayuya didn't want to pay him any attention at first, but when she noticed his dangerous look, she reluctantly walked over.
"She's just a subordinate I picked up randomly."
Natsume's introduction made Ena Uzumaki and Karin look stunned.
And Tayuya entered a state of rage.
What did he mean by "picked up randomly"?
I'm not some stray cat!
Natsume squatted down and whispered in her ear, "Get along well with them. Otherwise, you know the consequences."
Tayuya's body trembled. She gritted her teeth, snorted, but still agreed.
She had a clear - cut personality, only hating Natsume and not involving others.
Both Ena Uzumaki and Karin welcomed her arrival.
The former was gentle - natured and always obedient. Whatever Natsume did was right.
The latter had long wanted a playmate of the same age, and now her wish had finally come true.
In short, everyone was quite happy.
Two days later, at the gates of Konoha Village.
The figures of Tsunade and Asuma Sarutobi suddenly appeared.
Facing the long - missed and familiar streets, both of them were a bit dazed.
Tsunade thought of Natsume.
This was the first time the two of them had been separated for so long.
I wonder how he's doing?
Asuma Sarutobi had been away for several years.
Asuma felt a sense of the scenery remaining the same but people having changed.
But he wasn't the sentimental type. Soon, he showed a smile.
"Lady Tsunade, I'll go ahead and check on the old man and my old friends."
"Go ahead."
Tsunade waved her hand and said indifferently.
She wasn't really participating in this mission for Asuma Sarutobi. He was just an add - on.
After he left, Tsunade took a deep breath. Somehow, a momentary look of nervousness flashed across her face, but she quickly calmed down.
She slowly walked into Konoha Village.
When she reached an empty alley, she suddenly tensed up as someone hugged her. Just as she was about to fight back, she heard a familiar voice.
"Sister, welcome back."
Natsume wrapped his arms around her waist. Through her thin coat, he felt her body suddenly relax. He was really scared thinking about it. If he had spoken a little slower, he might have gotten hurt.
This sister of his was great in every way, but her whole body was like an arsenal.
Any part of her could be deadly.
"How did you know I was coming back today?"
Tsunade pulled one of his hands and made him face her.
Looking at his long - missed face, she couldn't help but reach out and pinch his cheek, rubbing it a few times.
It was still the familiar feeling.
Natsume let her do as she pleased and said, "It's called having a telepathic connection."
Unfortunately, his romantic excuse didn't fool Tsunade.
"Was it Katsuyu?"
Tsunade snorted softly. Her red lips parted slightly as she said, "Only it can keep track of my whereabouts at all times."
It wasn't me who betrayed you.
Please don't blame me, Katsuyu Sage.
Natsume pressed his little face against hers. He said in a gentle voice, "I just wanted to see you earlier, sister."
The familiar feeling returned.
She was so soft and fragrant.
He wanted to feel embraced in a warm haven forever.
Among so many people, only Tsunade could make him feel like that.
Because she was just so suitable for a child.
Tsunade's body stiffened a little.
Natsume's gentle rubbing and the warm breath he exhaled could be felt through her skin, and she was fully aware of it.
In fact, after all these years, she had gotten used to it.
But today, she felt something strange for no reason.
"Let's talk when we get back."
Oh!
Tsunade's expression turned a bit colder. She pushed Natsume away and said, "What a sight on the street."
She was worried that if an acquaintance saw them, there might be some unexpected trouble.
This time when she went out, she had really made up her mind, but she wanted to keep the external relationship the same as before.
So as not to let Natsume be hurt by rumors.
And as a descendant of the Senju clan, she couldn't make such an over - the - line relationship public.
She didn't care about her own face, but she couldn't involve others.
Like the two deceased Hokages.
Age is really a big issue after all.
Natsume hadn't reacted yet when Tsunade had already walked ahead.
He took a sharp breath.
Tsunade was wearing high - heeled sandals. When she walked with a slightly larger stride, her waist and hips swayed, making her figure even more curvy and alluring.
"Sister, wait for me!"
Natsume quickly caught up and held her fair and delicate left hand.
Tsunade subconsciously curled up the corner of her mouth with a smile.
Suddenly, the dull streets around became interesting.
Sure enough.
It's the happiest thing to be with Natsume.
Life is short, and she's already lived half of it. For the rest of the time, let herself be more unrestrained!
Although it can't be known to outsiders.
The Senju Residence.
Tsunade opened the door and found no one to greet her, so she asked, "Where's Shizune?"
Natsume immediately replied, "She's been helping at the Konoha Hospital these days."
As for Kabuto Yakushi, he basically stayed at the orphanage for research.
Not long ago, he obtained the Impure World Reincarnation and the Cursed Seal, so he became even busier.
But without Orochimaru's guidance, his progress was rather slow.
Tsunade didn't care about Shizune. She let go of Natsume's hand, lay down on the sofa and stretched.
She'd been traveling all day without any rest, so she was a bit exhausted all over.
Seeing this, Natsume poured her a glass of water.
After taking a sip, Tsunade wriggled her body a little and asked, "How about giving your sister a massage?"
"…?"
Natsume blinked.
What's going on?
I can't believe I'm hearing such a request from her mouth!
"What? Aren't you willing?"
Tsunade took off her tea - green coat, revealing her sleeveless top. Her fair and smooth skin was very alluring.
"All right."
Natsume immediately stood behind her and said, "It's my honor to serve you, sister."
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