Konoha: The Gu Master Creates the Hokage

After leaving the Forest of Death, Aburame Shiki gave the instructions.

"Wang Wang Wang!"

Akamaru answered with great enthusiasm.

"..."

Aburame Shino hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded.

Although it was indeed him and Akamaru who carried out the reconnaissance mission in the Eighth Squad, it was strange to hear it from Aburame Shiki's mouth.

He stretched out his hand, and several parasitic insects flew out from his sleeve, scattering in all directions.

Akamaru jumped down from Kiba Inuzuka's arms and walked around, sniffing as he went.

Because they needed to scout ahead, Shino Aburame and Kiba Inuzuka positioned themselves at opposite ends of the group, one in front of the other.

In the middle are Shiki Aburame, Tsunade, and Hinata Hyuga, standing side by side.

"Is Raiga Kurosuki's gold mine related to the Land of Rivers?"

Tsunade suddenly thought of something and asked.

"No."

Yu Nu Zhihui shook his head and said.

"That's good."

Tsunade's lips curled slightly as she asked, "Hokage-sama, how much is my reward?"

"You want a gold mine?"

Yu Nuzhihui noticed the smile on her face and couldn't help but ask.

"I know the rules. The gold mine should be handed over to Konoha."

Tsunade waved her hand and said, "I mean exactly what I said."

Yu Nu Zhihui was somewhat surprised.

Why are they being so well-behaved?

She doesn't look like Tsunade at all.

But upon closer reflection, aside from drinking and gambling, she was actually a good ninja.

"I'll give you ten million!"

"Iron Lady Zhihui waved his hand and said with great pride."

"make a deal!"

Tsunade's eyes lit up.

Although this kid can be annoying at times, he's very generous when it comes to paying money.

Oil Girl Zhihui couldn't help but smile.

This money-grubbing look is actually quite cute.

Tsunade caught a glimpse of his expression and suddenly felt a pang of panic.

She's not stupid; the emotions she's expressing are clearly wrong, at least not those of a teacher and student.

Tsunade glanced subconsciously at Hinata Hyuga beside her.

She walked quietly and obediently.

"Stay away from me."

Tsunade grabbed Hinata Hyuga's hand and said, "Let's go to the front and talk."

"...?"

Oil Girl Zhihui looked puzzled.

Hinata Hyuga also looked at her blankly.

Although Tsunade is Shiki Aburame's teacher and Hanabi Hyuga's teacher, they don't have much contact on a daily basis.

What should we talk to her about?

However, she didn't dare to refuse and nodded in agreement.

Oil Girl Zhihui scratched his head.

Why was he excluded?

Although women's friendships can develop quickly, their social status and age differences make it impossible for them to become close friends despite the age gap.

"elder brother."

Shino Aburame stepped forward and called out.

"Is there a situation?"

Yu Nu Zhihui snapped out of his daze and asked.

"No."

Aburame Shino asked curiously, "What is that S-rank mission?"

Aburame Shiki glanced at Tsunade and Hinata Hyuga, who were already talking in front of him, and realized that he had no right to interrupt.

With nothing else to do, he told Shino Aburame about Raiga Kurosuki.

"Can I have a one-on-one fight with him first?"

Shino Aburame stated her request.

"Want to try Sage Mode?"

Oil Girl Zhihui quickly realized what was going on, and after a moment's thought, said, "Okay."

Although his purpose in coming here is to increase his reputation, he may not necessarily have to actually do anything.

When the time comes, just spread the word that the new Hokage led the team to defeat Raiga Kurosuki.

Besides, even without prestige, Orochimaru is waiting for him.

"Thank you, brother."

Aburame Shino's face immediately lit up with anticipation.

After he finished speaking, he went to the back of the group to scout out the surroundings.

Aburame Shiki followed behind Tsunade and Hinata Hyuga.

He thought they would finish talking quickly, but they didn't.

Their journey ended when the sun went down and they entered the land of rivers.

"Rest here for the night."

Tsunade looked around and said.

This is a forest with a stream nearby, making it a perfect place to set up camp.

"I'll cook."

Aburame Shiki instructed, "Ya, go set up the tent; Shino, check the surroundings."

Under normal circumstances, ninjas do not light fires when they are outdoors, in order to avoid accidents that could affect their missions.

But with both Hokage present, there's no need to be so cautious.

Tsunade was initially hesitant, but after seeing Shiki Aburame take out a large amount of ingredients, she didn't say anything more.

Why eat a cold bento box when you can have delicious hot food?

"Zhihui-kun, what can I do?"

Hinata Hyuga, seeing that she had nothing to do, took the initiative to ask.

She's not Tsunade; she can't be so at ease with herself.

What did you talk to my teacher about?

"Issue no Chihiro asked in a low voice."

"It was just about some things concerning Zhihui."

Hinata Hyuga blushed slightly and asked somewhat flusteredly, "Was it... was it wrong of me to say that?"

"fine."

Oil Girl Zhihui said with a smile, "Say whatever you want."

"I'm going to the river."

Tsunade pursed her lips and suddenly said.

A short while later, a loud bang was heard.

"Hinata, help me wash the vegetables."

Oil Girl Zhihui stood up and said, "I'll go see what's going on."

"Ah."

Hyuga Hinata nodded.

When Zhihui, the oil-producing woman, arrived at the riverbank, she finally understood what the sound was.

Tsunade rolled up her trousers and stood barefoot in the river.

When a fish came along, she punched it, knocking it unconscious, and then casually tossed it onto the shore.

"What are you here for?"

Tsunade noticed him and asked in a calm tone.

"Teacher, something seems off about you."

A smile appeared on the face of the oil-producing woman, Zhihui, with a hint of smugness in her tone.

"I am normal."