My Villainous Life Starting with Naruto

Chapter 38 Return to Konoha

When Yuto Hyuga finally saw Konoha Village in the distance, it was already half a month later.

After obtaining the bag of gold and silver from Takeda Seigen, he exchanged it for money that very night and purchased a large quantity of chemicals and medical equipment at the exchange. He also built two secret underground bases in the Land of Rain and the Land of Waterfall.

The owl's body had been blasted to smithereens, leaving no trace, and no special treatment was needed.

As for the remains of Asano Kaoru, a member of the Takeda clan, Hyuga Yuto simply buried them in the Land of Waterfalls, where there are huge waterfalls and mountains. In his previous life, it was said to have excellent feng shui, so that they might be reborn as a pair of lovebirds in the next life.

The tasks may seem few, but they are quite trivial and require a lot of patience. Just finding Asano Kaoru's remains using his Byakugan took a lot of effort from Hyuga Yuto.

When I left the village, the snow was up to my calves; now that I'm back, spring buds are blooming and the trees are sprouting new branches.

Winter has ended in the Naruto world, and now, it is early spring when all things begin to sprout.

Smelling the fragrance of wildflowers, stepping on the slightly damp soil, and facing the towering Hokage Rock, Hyuga Yuto once again entered Konoha.

As soon as he stepped through the gate, Hyuga Yuto sensed an unsettling sense of unease.

It was early spring, a time of vibrant life, but the village was devoid of laughter and joy. Many people had furrowed brows and walked with heavy, hurried steps.

—The winds of total war have finally reached the most stable village, Konoha.

The young man who had separated from the family sighed inwardly, shouldered his bag, and walked straight into the territory of the Thousand Hands Clan.

Six months ago, when he returned to the village after completing his mission, he immediately visited the Hyuga clan head before going to the Hokage Building to report on his duties. However, now, Hyuga Yuto is not only a direct disciple of the Hokage lineage, but he has also received Tsunade's permission to temporarily leave the village for training. Upon his return, he will naturally go to see his teacher first.

He stepped into the Thousand Hands Clan's territory, and before he had taken more than a few steps, he suddenly sprang upwards, leaping into the air.

The next instant, a deep pit appeared where he had just been standing.

The blonde woman slammed her palm into the ground, sending up pebbles with greater force than a typical ninja throwing a kunai.

"What a peculiar welcoming ceremony...Tsunade-sensei!"

Hyuga Yuto said with a "hey," and as he landed, he rushed towards Senju Tsunade and threw a punch.

Rumble...

Hyuga Yuto's mastery of "super strength" had reached a high level, and when the two fought, it truly felt like the earth was shaking. Smoke and dust billowed from all over the Senju clan's territory, and several houses collapsed.

In the end, Tsunade prevailed. She subdued Hyuga Yuto with a move close to "Gentle Technique," pinning him down by his arms and panting as she said:

"You've gotten a lot stronger, kid..."

A strand of her golden hair fell from behind onto Hyuga Yuto's cheek, fluffy and soft.

The young man who had separated from his family laughed:

"Our teacher is one of the legendary Sannin, a magnificent mountain that I could never surpass in my entire life."

"Don't even try that..." Tsunade snorted, releasing Hyuga Yuto's hand. She frowned her beautiful brows and carefully examined her student:

"You've grown quite a bit taller since you left... Well, you're only thirteen, it's the time when you're really growing."

"Not as tall as the teacher."

"Your timing for punches, the rhythm of your powerful strikes, and the abrupt shifts in your chakra bursts are almost unrecognizable compared to a few months ago. More importantly, your punches are incredibly hard; you've trained very diligently, Yuto."

"Not as tough as a teacher."

"Hmph..." Tsunade, like a rogue, wrapped her arm around him, mischievously ruffled his hair, and chuckled.

"You glib brat, everyone says Hyuga no Tama is a calm and steady genius, but I think everyone has been fooled by you."

Hyuga Yuto's current height is just level with the blonde woman's earlobe. Experienced people know that this height difference is the most comfortable to hug. Tsunade simply put her arm around her disciple's shoulder like a delinquent girl and walked inside until they returned to their residence.

"Speak, Yuto." Tsunade sat on the tatami mat, leaning back and supporting herself with her arms, and asked curiously:

"Who would write a letter to that Jiraiya guy?"

While tidying his hair, which Tsunade had messed up, Hyuga Yuto replied:

"They are the three leaders of the Akatsuki organization in Amegakure, named Yahiko, Konan, and Nagato."

Tsunade tilted her head:

"I don't know him."

Hyuga Yuto briefly described the physical characteristics of the Amegakure trio. A buried memory resurfaced, and Tsunade recalled the three orphans she encountered in Amegakure during the Second Shinobi World War, sighing:

"So they were those poor kids... I never imagined they'd become capable ninjas."

"Teacher, what is the relationship between Yahiko and the others and Jiraiya-sama...?"

"Jiraiya stayed in the Land of Rain and taught them for a time." The blonde woman waved her hand.

"That letter has been delivered to Jiraiya by a reliable person, and he is very grateful to you."

"Oh..." Hinata Yuto blinked.

All you said was thank you?

Wait, something's not right. Jiraiya, known as a "hero," is a very generous and wealthy man who spends money lavishly. Delivering a letter might be a small favor, but surely he shouldn't just offer a verbal thank you? He should at least treat you to a nice meal or something...

Hyuga Yuto may never know that a few days ago, Jiraiya's "return gift" to express his gratitude had already been delivered to the Senju clan's territory.

Tsunade received it immediately, and upon seeing the gift, she was so angry that she started cursing.

Jiraiya's return gift was none other than his masterpiece, "Icha Icha Paradise"!

Although it has not been published yet, a first draft has been completed. It must be said that it is worthy of being the pioneering work of a best-selling series that will sweep across many places in the future. Its vivid and sophisticated word choice, beautiful and realistic illustrations, and bold and unrestrained techniques have simply set a precedent in the ninja world.

Then Tsunade tore the book up with a dark expression.

—Damn Jiraiya, he's got no sense whatsoever! My apprentice's only thirteen! Such an innocent young man! Like a blank sheet of paper! And you give him something like this…

Looks like we didn't beat them enough.

Thinking this to herself, Tsunade coughed lightly and continued:

"Put Jiraiya aside for now, how's the development of your new ninjutsu going?"

"Nearly complete. The offensive part is completely perfected, and only the defensive part remains."

As Hyuga Yuto spoke, he unwrapped the bandages from his arms and hands, revealing his scarred skin:

"Using it once will damage 70 percent of the skin and break bones; using it a second time, I expect all the blood to evaporate and the muscles to be completely dehydrated... If I use it a third time, my entire arm will be gone."

Tsunade sat up straight and stroked her student's arm. She was a grandmaster of medical ninjutsu, and could deduce the immense power of a ninjutsu simply by looking at the shape of the scar.

"Go to the back mountain tomorrow morning and demonstrate that technique to me," the blonde woman said earnestly.

"Leave the rest to the teacher."

(End of this chapter)