Konoha: The Gu Master Creates the Hokage

"I should thank you."

Zhihui, the oil-producing woman, held the carnations and said, "I'll give you a gift next time."

"I'm already looking forward to it!"

Yamanaka Ino's eyes brightened slightly as she spoke.

"How about I give you a bouquet of flowers?"

Oil Girl Zhihui raised an eyebrow and asked.

"do not want!"

With her hands on her hips, Yamanaka Ino gave a light snort and said, "I gave you these flowers, and you're giving them back to me? That won't do!"

Her hemline rose slightly, revealing more of her fair waist.

Not too fat, not too thin, she's simply perfect.

You're right.

Oil Girl Zhihui nodded and said, "I'll give it to you when I have an idea."

After saying goodbye to Yamanaka Ino, he went to the Hokage's office.

"What happened?"

Aburame Shiki noticed Tsunade's expression.

Where did you get these flowers?

Tsunade was taken aback when she saw the bouquet of red carnations.

"It's for you."

Zhihui handed the oil to her casually and said.

Why send flowers out of the blue?

Tsunade asked with a puzzled look.

"If you don't like it, give it back to me."

Aburame Shiki tried to take it back, but Tsunade snatched it away.

"I just happen to need a bouquet of flowers in my office."

Tsunade put it aside, her expression turning serious, and said, "This morning, the Anbu discovered Hayate Gekko's body."

Oil Girl Zhihui was taken aback.

Is he still dead?

In the original work, Hayate Gekko accidentally overheard Maki and Kabuto Yakushi's secret conversation.

Unfortunately, he was discovered by Maki and then died a tragic death.

"His body showed multiple cuts."

Tsunade continued, "It's either a sharp blade or a wind-style technique."

"Gekko Hayate was a special Jonin. His death in the village was silent and unnoticed, which is not the work of an ordinary Jonin."

Aburame Shiki guided the discussion, saying, "If it's Wind Release, then Sunagakure is highly suspicious."

"I've thought about it, but I feel it's unlikely."

Tsunade said in a deep voice, "With the current strength of Sunagakure, it is not enough to start a war with Konoha."

"Caution comes first."

Aburame Shiki warned, "Perhaps Sunagakure and Orochimaru have cooperated."

"Orochimaru?"

Tsunade's gaze sharpened, and after a moment's thought, she said, "That is indeed possible."

"I suggest you use Shadow Clone Jutsu during the finals."

"That's what Yu Nu Zhihui said seriously."

"It's not necessary."

Tsunade paused for a moment, then shook her head and said, "If Rasa sees through it, he'll think that Konoha is afraid of them."

"Then let's invite the Third Hokage to attend the ceremony."

Seeing this, Zhihui, the oil lady, could no longer persuade her.

Although Tsunade is usually quite lazy, she will not back down when it comes to Konoha's reputation.

"He was going anyway."

Tsunade looked up at him and asked, "Didn't I give you a day off today?"

"I'm leaving now."

Yu Nu Zhihui waved his hand and turned to leave.

"evening……"

Tsunade suddenly stopped.

She remembered that Uzuki Yugao had asked for leave that morning.

Because the deceased Hayate Tsukiko was her boyfriend.

"Tsunade-sama."

Just then, Shizune knocked and entered, saying, "There's a document here; it's the attendance list for tomorrow's Sunagakure event."

"Ah."

Gang pointed to the red carnations and said, "Go find me a vase."

"Which admirer gave it to you?"

A gossipy look appeared on Shizune's face.

"What admirer? This is a carnation, not a rose."

Tsunade opened the list and said casually.

"Lady Tsunade, you weren't paying attention in your flower arranging class at school, were you?"

Shizune smiled and said, "Red carnations can signify respect, but they can also signify affection."

"..."

Tsunade instinctively gripped the list tightly.

Doesn't this little brat recognize flowers?

Even if you don't know them, the flower seller should at least tell you.

Was this intentional or accidental?

"So who is it?"

Silently stepped forward, curiously examining the object.

"There must be a mistake."

Tsunade said with a calm expression.

"So... should I throw it away?"

Shizune blinked, sensing something was amiss.

"Since it's already been delivered, let's not waste it."

Tsunade paused, then said, "Go find a vase."

"Ok."

"Silent said with a smile on her face."

After she left, Tsunade reached out, rubbed her temples, and fell silent.

Aburame Shiki stood at the entrance of the Hokage Building. After a moment's thought, he decided to go see Chiho and Karin.

Tsunade had kept him indoors for a month because she was worried that he would be attacked by Orochimaru.

He hadn't seen Chiho and Karin for a long time.

I wonder how the mother and daughter are doing these days.

Yu Nu Zhihui raised his hand to knock on the door, but suddenly realized that the door was unlocked, so he opened it directly.

Karin lay sprawled on the sofa.

Oh no, it's lying down, not sprawling.

"Is Mom back?"

Karin asked with her eyes closed.

"No."

"It's oil-loving Zhihui," he said with a smile.

"Brother Zhihui?!"

Karin suddenly stood up and exclaimed with delight.

She really didn't expect to see Yu Nu Zhihui.

"You haven't been here in a long time!"

Karin stood with her hands on her hips, clearly dissatisfied.

"Been busy recently."

You Nu Zhihui smiled sheepishly.

Karin pouted.

A few seconds later, he gave a soft hum and said, "Then I forgive you."