Naruto: Starting with Tsunade

Chapter 447 I didn't do anything, I just wanted to beat you up.

Hidden Mist Village.

Aokiji and Kimimaro, wearing straw hats, walked down the street. Although they had something to conceal their identities, their swaggering walk still attracted attention.

Several Hidden Mist ninja blocked their path and questioned them, "Wait, you look suspicious."

As they were talking, a Kirigakure ninja noticed Kimimaro's clothes and suddenly remembered something: "Kid, take off your hat and let me see your face."

Kimimaro glanced sideways, his expression questioning.

Before Aokiji could respond, the Hidden Mist ninja impatiently stepped forward, lifted his straw hat, and revealed a face beneath it: white hair, blue eyes, and delicate features.

"It really was you..."

This Hidden Mist ninja was directly involved in that battle, and one of the Shikotsumyaku brats left a deep impression on him.

Zabuza, who was hiding in the shadows, saw that the two had discovered him and sneered, "What an arrogant fellow, daring to show up here so brazenly."

Given Aokiji's strength, it's impossible for him not to have been able to avoid these eyes and ears; in other words, he never intended to hide.

The Hidden Mist ninja stepped back, drew his katana from behind him, blade facing forward: "Everyone be careful, this guy is a stray from the Corpse Bone Pulse..."

"What? There are still some alive..."

Upon learning that there were still surviving Shikotsumyaku ninjas, the Kirigakure ninjas were on high alert and quickly formed hand seals, unleashing their signature Water Release ninjutsu.

Physical attacks are largely ineffective against the Corpse Bone Pulse technique, so using ninjutsu is a better approach.

However, this is just wishful thinking on their part.

Beneath the straw hat, a breath of cold air emanated from the mouth of a young man whose face was obscured. The water guns froze instantly upon contact with them, coming to a standstill.

Shiro was slightly surprised when he saw Aokiji's ability; it was the same ability as his own.

"Bai, watch closely. This guy's Ice Release is something you need to work hard to surpass."

Zabuza may not be able to catch up with Aokiji's Ice Release, but if you set your goals too high, you generally won't end up doing too badly.

Haku, who knew nothing about power, didn't think much of it: "Yes, Mr. Zabuza."

"This...this is...Ice Release?"

The Hidden Mist ninja looked on in astonishment, then warily eyed the other man wearing a straw hat, exclaiming, "Who are you?!"

In my memory, ice-style ninjas should have the same fate as those with the Corpse Bone Pulse, so how come a powerful ice-style ninja suddenly appeared?

The man slowly raised his straw hat, revealing three tomoe surrounding his scarlet eyes. These distinctive eyes were unique in the entire ninja world, and this was further enhanced by the ice release technique he had just used.

There's no mistake, it's that man!

The Hidden Mist ninja's wide eyes were filled with astonishment as he constantly scanned his surroundings.

Aokiji said calmly, "No need to look, it's just me."

"Hokage, why are you suddenly here?"

Without any guards, Aokiji went here alone, and it didn't seem like he had been invited at all.

Upon hearing the Hidden Mist ninja call Aokiji the Hokage, Kimimaro looked on with surprise and admiration. So his godfather was such an amazing person?

Aokiji casually remarked, "It was just a spur-of-the-moment decision..."

"On a whim?"

The Hidden Mist ninja were skeptical.

Aokiji didn't expect them to believe him; anyone else would have been arrested long ago. He only dared to say such things because he had the power to back him up: "Where is your Mizukage? I want to see him."

"You wish to see Lord Mizukage?"

"Why not?"

Before the Hidden Mist ninja could say anything more, the experienced Hidden Mist ninja beside him interrupted, "I don't know the Mizukage's whereabouts, I have to go and ask him first."

This behavior is very similar to an ordinary person going to see their boss, only to be told by the secretary that the boss has something to do and they should come back another day. In reality, it's just that the boss doesn't want to see you and has given you an excuse.

Aokiji, taking it easy, said, "Alright, then go and inform them."

The Hidden Mist ninja nodded and took his leave, heading straight to the Mizukage's office to inform him of the matter.

Those in charge quickly located the Mizukage's position: "Something's wrong! Uchiha Aokiji has come to the village!"

The person in question was actually a White Zetsu in disguise. It was through this method that Obito managed to manipulate the Mizukage for so long without any mishaps.

Upon hearing this name, Obito thought he had misheard for a moment: "Uchiha Aokiji, what is he doing here?"

Bai Zetsu relayed, "It seems they came specifically to see the Mizukage, but the exact reason is unclear."

Obito remained silent, lost in thought.

"Should I see him?"

Obito said in a deep voice, "Just say I'm not here."

If we make direct contact, I'm afraid that guy will notice something.

When Bai Zetsu relayed these words, the Hidden Mist ninja seemed somewhat surprised.

He didn't quite understand why the Mizukage was not going to meet him, but since it was the Mizukage's decision, he, as his subordinate, had no choice but to carry it out unconditionally.

He relayed the message back to Aokiji: "I'm so sorry, the Mizukage is out on business. Hokage, please come another day."

Aokiji was not surprised; as he had expected, Obito dared not see him.

Aokiji naturally couldn't just go back like that: "Oh, then I'll wait for him to come back."

The Hidden Mist ninja looked surprised: "What did you say?"

"Is there a rule saying I can't stay here?"

"But……"

"I can pay."

"..."

"This isn't quite right. Doesn't the Hokage have any official duties to attend to?"

"No, our country is very stable, so I, as a leader, don't need to worry about it. When I have free time, I like to travel and wander around."

"..."

"Why don't you leave your message here, and I'll pass it on to Lord Mizukage as soon as he returns?"

"This is top secret, you can't tell anyone else," Aokiji said with a smile. "I need to see the Mizukage in person."

The Hidden Mist ninja realized that Aokiji was determined to see the Mizukage and wouldn't leave unless he did.

This put him in a difficult position. At that moment, he noticed Kimimaro next to Aokiji and had a sudden inspiration. He asked, "May I ask, Hokage-sama, what is your relationship with this brat next to you?"

Aokiji replied, "Father-son relationship."

The Hidden Mist ninja was taken aback: "Huh?"

"I just adopted a child I found on the street, is that not allowed?"

"Please hand him over to us."

Aokiji gave a forced smile: "And the reason?"

The Hidden Mist ninja said in a deep voice, "This guy is part of the rebellion."

Aokiji feigned incomprehension, like an adopted son: "Rebellion?"

"The Shikotsumyaku clan has rebelled and launched a surprise attack on the village. This brat was among them, so please hand him over to us, Hokage."

Aokiji lowered his head slightly, as if deep in thought.

Kimimaro was taken aback. He had finally found meaning in life and was afraid that Aokiji, the Hokage, would consider the bigger picture and hand him over.

Aokiji Kimimaro smiled slightly, his eyes conveying a reassuring intent, then said indifferently to the Hidden Mist ninja, "Oh, what does that have to do with me?"

Aokiji was known for his domineering nature, and the Hidden Mist ninja had long heard of it. Seeing him today, they were certain that he was right. Displeasure flashed across their faces as they frowned and said, "Hokage-sama, this is a matter for our village. Even if you are the Hokage, please do not interfere."

"You're not qualified to say that to me, you nobody."

"you……"

Aokiji's attitude turned cold, and he looked down at them arrogantly: "Let your Mizukage come see me."

The Hidden Mist ninja denied it, saying, "I already said, the Mizukage is not here."

"Even three little kids wouldn't believe that nonsense."

Aokiji activated his Mangekyou Sharingan, summoned the Soul Flame, and grabbed the Hidden Mist ninja in front of everyone with incredible speed.

The surrounding Hidden Mist ninja were dumbfounded.

Aokiji was surprisingly irritable.

You must know, this is Kirigakure (Hidden Mist Village).

He did that.

Does one person have to make an enemy of the entire village?

Zabuza was shocked when he saw Aokiji use his Soul Flame.

This was the first time he had ever seen such exaggerated ninjutsu; no wonder Aokiji was so arrogant.

The Soul Flame was enormous, serving as a deterrent. The surrounding Hidden Mist ninja were deeply wary and dared not advance rashly, only daring to question it from nearby with harsh voices: "Hokage, what do you mean by this?"

"What do you mean?"

Aokiji stared at the Hidden Mist ninja who was gripped by the claws of soul fire and looked terrified: "You know what? What I hate most is being lied to."

Through eye contact, powerful pupil energy was forcibly injected into his brain, causing his eyes to lose focus and fall under an illusion.

Aokiji asked about the Mizukage, and the Hidden Mist ninja finally confessed.

Under everyone's gaze, Aokiji's mocking smile appeared on his lips, and he raised his voice: "I just don't understand, am I that scary? The dignified Mizukage doesn't even dare to see my face, acting like a coward. If I remember correctly, this is Kirigakure."

The Hidden Mist ninja were speechless after being thoroughly humiliated by Aokiji in public.

Despite Aokiji's arrogant attitude, the other party was, after all, alone. It was indeed a bit unreasonable that the Mizukage, a dignified figure, wouldn't even dare to meet him on his own territory.

Seeing that the Hidden Mist ninjas didn't dare utter a single word in front of Aokiji, the young Kimimaro developed a strong admiration for him.

Aokiji released the genjutsu he had placed on the Hidden Mist ninja, and released his grip on the Soul Flame, letting it fall: "I'll give you one more chance. Go and summon the Mizukage, or else I won't be so lenient."

The Soulfire raised its arm, and a ball of blue flame surged from its palm, burning fiercely. This posture was a threat, both overt and covert.

The next second, the soul fire dissipated like fine sand in the wind.

"What are you waiting for?" Aokiji said calmly, "Believe me, you won't see me go to find the Mizukage myself."

What a madman!

The Hidden Mist ninjas exchanged bewildered glances, cursing inwardly. They had no choice but to go along with Aokiji's attitude and summon the Mizukage, otherwise this madman might really cause chaos in the village.

That giant was comparable to a tailed beast in size alone; the Hidden Mist ninja shouldn't gamble on it.

Just as they were about to set off, a voice rang out: "No need to call, I'm already here."

Upon hearing the voice, the Hidden Mist ninja showed joy and looked in the direction of the sound.

The newcomer was not tall, estimated to be less than 1.5 meters, but no one here dared to underestimate him.

With purple pupils and a baby face, he looks very young in both physique and appearance. Unfortunately, a scar on his face spoils his beauty. He is the Fourth Mizukage, and he has an identity that is different from other Kage. He is also a Jinchūriki who can skillfully control the power of the Tailed Beasts.

Seeing that the person in charge had finally been forced out, Aokiji said in a flippant tone, "The Fourth Mizukage, is it? I've heard so much about you..."

The Fourth Mizukage's face darkened, and he said unhappily, "Uchiha Aokiji, what exactly do you want to do by coming to our village alone?"

Aokiji smiled slightly: "I didn't do anything, I just wanted to beat you up..."

"What did you say?!"

The echoes of the attack still lingered in his ears, and without any warning, a massive blue fist suddenly struck, its light catching the Fourth Mizukage's purple eyes.

(End of this chapter)