Naruto: Starting with Tsunade

Chapter 107 Want to Date? Like a Dog

early morning.

There haven't been any missions to go out and find random cats and dogs lately, so Aokiji hasn't had a chance to sneak out and complete the tasks assigned by Elder Itachi.

Once he gets the Kusanagi Sword, Aokiji will prepare to practice his swordsmanship, combining it with Ice Release.

Sasuke can imbue the Kusanagi sword with lightning-style chakra to develop the Chidori Blade, which inflicts paralysis upon its attacks.

Theoretically, if I attach ice-attribute chakra to the Kusanagi sword, I should be able to develop corresponding attack methods. Attacks imbued with cold energy can have a similar effect to paralysis.

He possessed an A-rank ninjutsu called Ice Soul Palm, whose attack style was somewhat similar to Chidori and Rasengan, and he felt he could develop it based on that.

Aokiji, a street urchin, was walking along the street, lost in thought, when he bumped into a familiar face.

After exchanging greetings, Aokiji brushed past her.

Tsunade turned around and called out to the other person, "Hey, you're just gone like that?"

"Or what?"

Aokiji didn't seem to care: "I still need to train."

"The usual place?"

The "old spot" she was referring to was below the cliff, where Aokiji usually went because he didn't like to disturb him, and Tsunade would occasionally be there too.

"Yes."

"That's perfect, I'm also training." Tsunade was inviting Aokiji, but then seemed to realize that her words were somewhat inappropriate, so she explained, "Don't misunderstand, I've been training in combination ninjutsu recently."

Aokiji thought to himself: You only misunderstood because you specifically explained it...

Aokiji asked, "Why me if you're developing combination ninjutsu? You and I rarely go on missions. It's usually Jiraiya or Orochimaru who go on missions with you."

Combination ninjutsu, as the name suggests, is a high-level ninjutsu that combines two different ninjutsu techniques.

Once successfully fused, the power can be far greater than the sum of its parts.

However, combination ninjutsu is very difficult to master, and there are many intricacies involved, including considering the attributes of the two ninjutsu.

For example, the most typical example is a ninjutsu that combines wind and fire release techniques.

Wind Release has the effect of fueling flames.

In addition, the ratio of chakra input for the two ninjutsu must be considered; even a slight imbalance in distribution will lead to failure.

Therefore, even two people with perfect chemistry may not necessarily be able to use a combination ninjutsu.

To be able to perform a combination ninjutsu, both parties must at least be Jonin level.

Tsunade explained, "First, they are currently on a mission and don't have time."

"Secondly, the ninjutsu that Jiraiya and Orochimaru are currently proficient in are not suitable for training with me. I am proficient in Water Release, and Jiraiya is proficient in Fire Release, so they are obviously not compatible. As for Orochimaru, he is proficient in Wind Release, which is slightly better, but it is still much worse than your Ice Release."

"Third, considering the issue of strength, after searching around, I found that there was only one relatively suitable person in the village."

Aokiji nodded; it was a valid reason.

But he's not so easily fooled.

Knowing that Tsunade was fond of him, he could guess that Tsunade wanted to use this excuse to make him develop feelings for her through the process of training together in combined ninjutsu.

"You just mentioned that you're skilled in water-style techniques, but I've never seen you use them before."

Tsunade replied, "Just because I don't use it doesn't mean I can't. Have you forgotten who the Second Hokage, who is skilled in Water Release, is to me?"

Aokiji suddenly realized, and after considering it for a moment, said, "That sounds pretty good. Alright, since you've invited me so sincerely, I'll be merciful and help you out."

The two were very familiar with each other, which was no secret in Konoha, and it was nothing unusual for him to accompany her in training occasionally.

Incidentally, you can also get some insights into water jutsu training from Tsunade.

Tsunade snorted: "I should be the one saying that. It's your honor that I invited you to help me cultivate."

"Really? Well, thank you for thinking so highly of me."

The two disliked each other and engaged in a verbal battle.

"You two are still the same as ever, always arguing for no reason. As expected of the Senju and Uchiha clans."

As they walked down the street, Tsunade and Aokiji heard someone making fun of them. They turned around and saw a woman of similar age with sharp eyes and two striking red inverted triangle patterns on either side of her face.

Beside her was a large dog with thick, snow-white fur, sharp teeth and claws, and a large size, somewhat resembling a Samoyed.

Ran Inuzuka, that's the girl's name.

She was in the same class as Tsunade and Aokiji.

Born into the Inuzuka clan, whose noses and sense of smell are extraordinary, comparable to dogs, and many of their ninjutsu techniques were even developed based on dogs.

And the dog beside him is his companion.

"Ah, it's you."

Aokiji greeted them lazily.

"Woof woof woof..."

Before Inuzuka Ran could say anything, the dog beside her couldn't sit still any longer and started barking wildly, emboldened by its owner's presence.

Aokiji wasn't easily frightened; he glared and threatened, "What are you barking about, dog? Believe me or not, I'll kill you and stew you like dog meat."

After being scolded by Aokiji, the dog lay down next to Inuzuka Ran and started whining, "Waaah..."

"Hey, Aokiji, why are you being so fierce? He's still just a kid," Inuzuka Ran reassured her dog.

Aokiji's mouth twitched. "Your child weighs about 60 pounds."

The Uchiha clan had close ties with the ninja cat clan, so naturally they had a slight dislike for dogs.

It was probably because Aokiji had left a lot of cat scent when he was looking for cats in the clan's territory, and the dog smelled it, so it barked at him.

Just then, a passerby walked by with a dog that looked like a teddy bear.

Seeing the big dog like that, the little Teddy, for some reason, barked at its owner, stuck out its butt, wagged its tail, and looked around with hopeful eyes.

The passerby smiled slightly and said softly, "There's really nothing we can do."

After saying that, he picked up the puppy and said, "Yoshi yoshi, my sweetie."

The puppy grinned and barked at the big dog, seemingly showing off.

The big dog, who was lying on the ground enjoying its owner's comfort, felt challenged. It couldn't stand it, so it immediately stood up and said it wanted a hug too.

But it may have forgotten one thing: what kind of heavyweight is a Teddy? Your big dog is a heavyweight in the same class.

If a small Teddy dog ​​is shown clinging to its owner's leg and acting cute, then a large dog is shown as if Mount Tai is pressing down on it.

Its enormous size made it hard for Inuzuka Ran to breathe, but there was nothing she could do; it all came from the deep love of her big dog.

Fortunately, she was a ninja and could barely lift her up. If it were an ordinary person, let alone a twelve or thirteen-year-old girl, even an adult would probably have a hard time lifting her up.

Aokiji chuckled. "A dog is a dog, always comparing itself to others."

(﹃) Tsunade stared at the scene, her eyebrows furrowed, lost in thought for a long time, until Aokiji called out several times, bringing her back to her senses: "What's wrong? What's wrong?"

Aokiji crossed his arms behind his head and teased, "Looking at that staring face of yours, what, you want to get a dog?"

"Well……"

"Is that so? I prefer cats to dogs," Aokiji said casually.

Hearing their conversation, Inuzuka Ran smiled and said, "Tsunade, if you'd like to keep a dog, I can introduce you to one."

Besides loving dogs, her family also sells dogs.

Tsunade's gaze drifted towards someone, seemingly casually.

Aokiji, I want a hug.

I just can't do anything with you~ Yoshi yoshi, my goodness.

Wait, what am I thinking?

Tsunade shook her head frantically, trying to clear her mind of all the chaotic thoughts.

If anyone should be doing this, it should be Aokiji.

Tsunade, I want a hug...

I just can't do anything with you~ Yoshi yoshi, my goodness...

Right, that's more like it...

Hmph, just you wait, Aokiji, I'll definitely make you fall in love with me.

Then I'll tame you like a dog, hee hee...

Seeing Tsunade shake her head, Inuzuka Ran assumed she was unwilling and looked disappointed: "You don't want to keep a dog?"

"I want to raise Aokiji..." Tsunade snapped out of her reverie: "I'm too busy on weekdays, I don't have the energy to raise a dog."

Ran Inuzuka sighed, "That's a real shame."

It's true that ninjas are usually very busy, and raising a dog is a very energy-consuming thing.

Tsunade's statement is understandable.

Some people buy something just for novelty, but once the novelty wears off, they abandon it. It would be better not to buy it in the first place.

"By the way, where are you going?" Ran Inuzuka asked curiously.

Aokiji picked at his ear, nonchalantly saying, "Nothing much? Tsunade begged me to be her sparring partner, so I took pity on her and did her a favor."

Tsunade retorted, "Ha, don't get me wrong, I'm doing you a favor by coming to you."

"Oh, really? I seem to remember that I'm stronger than you."

"Hehe, that must be in your dream."

"Tch, wanna fight?"

"Come on, come on, I'm not afraid of you, you're a dog."

Before long, the two started arguing again.

Ran Inuzuka shook her head at this; the two of them had been arguing frequently since their student days.

Surprisingly, the two maintained a pretty good relationship. They would make up immediately after arguing, as if nothing had happened.

As for Aokiji sparring with Tsunade, she didn't think too much about it. Although Aokiji had an eccentric personality, his strength was undeniable.

Aokiji and Tsunade bickered and came to the edge of a cliff, where they jumped off. This was a place where the two of them occasionally trained.

(End of this chapter)