Traveling through Naruto with Heroes of Might and Magic.

"I thought it was something good, but it's so uncomfortable, ugh~" Tsunade said with a look of disgust.

She was well aware of the rarity of flying summoned beasts, but she was merely expressing her dissatisfaction on purpose.

Jingyin was unable to speak and was panting heavily while holding onto Qingwu's arm.

Qingwu was anxious; they still needed to check on Xiyan's injuries, and her current condition was clearly not good.

"That's right!"

Try [Purify]. The intermediate water magic [Purify] can remove all debuffs; maybe it will work?

Do it when you think of it.

Pure, transparent, and spring-like natural energy condensed in his palm. Qingwu activated his magic, first striking the seemingly dying Jingyin.

Transparent light patterns enveloped Silent's body, instantly calming her churning stomach and easing most of the dizziness in her head.

Shizune asked in astonishment, "I...you, what kind of spell is this?"

She had studied medical ninjutsu under Tsunade for many years, but she had never heard of such a technique before.

Tsunade's eyes were also full of surprise. She had seen Shizune's condition with her own eyes just now, and she was fine in an instant?

However, Tsunade remained defiant: "You've got this good stuff and you're hiding it away? Hurry up and give it to me, don't delay things."

Without wasting words, Qingwu saw that the CD was ready, condensed energy in his palm again, and cast another spell, [Purification], on Tsunade.

A cool energy swept over, instantly dispelling the turbulence and dizziness from high-altitude flight, and the tightness in my chest also disappeared.

Tsunade stretched her shoulders, feeling quite surprised. She regretted not having studied natural energy properly when she was younger.

"It's usable, not bad. Let's go, don't keep the patient waiting."

Seeing Tsunade's stubborn expression, Shizune raised an eyebrow at Qingwu, and the two exchanged a knowing smile.

They arrived at the entrance to Konoha.

The gatekeeper was about to stop her when he saw Tsunade bow and let her pass, and immediately sent someone to inform the Hokage.

Tsunade waved her hand impatiently, "No need to disturb the old man, I won't be staying long."

That's what they say, but when Tsunade returns, everyone will know.

Tsunade strode towards Konoha Hospital, which was usually why she didn't want to come back—it was too much trouble!

Qingwu and Jingyin hurriedly followed.

The guard glanced at him curiously, thinking to himself: This member of the Shadow Guard who left without reporting has returned. Recently, the Shadow Guard has been involved with the Fox Demon, which is probably going to cause trouble.

However, the guard thought for a moment and realized that Jonin Qingwu had returned with Lady Tsunade. Tsk, the village was probably going to get "lively" again.

The wind and snow intensified at night, and the sound of shoes crunching on the snow was crisp and clear.

"It's been years since the village has seen such heavy snow," Shizune exclaimed.

Qingwu thought for a moment and nodded, "It seems so. There are hardly any pedestrians at this hour."

As the center of the ninja world, Konoha in the Land of Fire is always bustling, no matter the season. He glanced at the streets and alleys along the way, but today was different.

The weather is really bad.

In this kind of weather, who's still out and about? Xiyan, thank your teammate for me.

Looking at Tsunade walking ahead, a sense of pride welled up inside me...

The three of them trudged through the snow and headed straight for Konoha Hospital.

When Qingwu led the way to Xiyan's ward, a large number of medical staff were already following behind them, crowding around the corner of the corridor, peeking and looking around.

Every time Tsunade returned, the medical ninjas at the hospital would all come to observe her.

"Don't cause trouble, just do what you're supposed to do!"

Tsunade gave her a cold glance and shooed away the bystanders.

If it's a common ailment, she wouldn't mind hospital staff observing and learning along.

But from Qingwu's words, she knew that Maoyue Xiyan's injuries were very serious, and even she had to concentrate on treating her.

The ward was warm and cozy. Xi Yan sat up against the bed, her face still pale, covered with a thick blanket.

Seeing the door open and Xi Yan look up to see Qing Wu, her dim eyes instantly brightened. She tried to sit up, but Qing Wu quickly stepped forward and said, "Don't move."

Just as Xi Yan was about to speak, her small mouth suddenly opened wide, and even her voice trembled.

"Tsunade-sama!!" She tried to get up and bow, but she couldn't manage it.

Tsunade, who followed Qingwu in, said coldly, "Stop talking nonsense and lie down."

"Oh." Yugao lay back down, looking aggrieved. Tsunade's aura was so powerful that she didn't dare to say a single extra word.

Tsunade ignored her petty behavior and pulled over a stool to sit on the edge of the bed.

He first examined Yugao's injuries from head to toe, and then checked the meridians related to the flow of chakra.

This is the fundamental reason why Xiyan is "ruined".

Qingwu didn't dare to make a sound, but just watched Tsunade perform her actions nervously.

After a while, Jingyin, who had gone to get the medical record, came in and handed Xiyan's medical record over.

Tsunade took it and carefully reviewed the changes in Yugao's injuries and records over the past few months.

"Clap!"

Closing the medical record and casually tossing it onto the bedside table, Tsunade calmly said, under the expectant gazes of Qingwu and Xiyan:

"It's not a big problem, I'll perform the surgery myself."

Upon hearing this, Qingwu's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, instantly settled down, and her shoulders unconsciously relaxed.

Xi Yan's reaction was even more intense; tears streamed down her cheeks. She wanted to thank him, but she couldn't utter a single word.

Shizune was also happy for Yugao. She patted the blanket lightly and said, "Yugao, with Lady Tsunade here, you can rest assured."

Yugao sniffed and said gratefully, "Thank you so much, Lady Tsunade."

Tsunade didn't respond, but stood up and instructed Shizune, "Prepare the operating room, and get two more quick-handed medical ninjas to assist you."

Shizune paused, then asked, "Sir, are we having the surgery tonight?"

She had assumed that Lady Tsunade needed to see the Hokage, and that after such a long journey, she should at least rest.

Little did anyone expect that Tsunade simply didn't want to have too much contact with the Konoha leadership, which was why she thought of using surgery to stop those people, including the old man.

So she said impatiently, "If I told you to get ready, hurry up and go. Can't you see the impatience written all over this kid's face?"

As usual, Tsunade shifted the blame to Qingwu.

Qingwu was taken aback upon hearing this, and pointed to himself: "Me?"

Xi Yan's ears turned slightly red, but her eyes lit up.

Who doesn't enjoy being cared for? Besides... Qingwu traveled a long way to find the "Sannin"—Tsunade!

Tsunade snorted coldly, startling the little ones who were each lost in their own thoughts, "Shizune, hurry up and go!"

"Yes!" Shizune had no choice but to turn around and arrange the surgical preparations.

Just as she reached the door of the ward, she bumped into Mitarashi Anko, who was raising her hand to knock on the door.

"Hey, Red Bean, it's you..." Shizune was about to greet him after not seeing him for a long time.

Anko interrupted anxiously, "Shizune, I heard that Lady Tsunade has returned?"

Shizune smiled gently, "Don't worry, with Lady Tsunade here, Yugao will be fine."

Hongdou shook her head, panting, "Qingwu came back too?"

Jingyin looked at the still anxious Hongdou and nodded inexplicably, "Yes, Qingwu found us and we came back together."

Before she could finish speaking, Hongdou shouted urgently, "Qingwu, come out quickly, it's urgent!"

Chapter 170 The Collapse of the Will of Fire

Qingwu, who was in the ward, came out upon hearing the sound.

Hongdou looked anxious, but her voice was very low: "Qingwu, there's no time to say anything else, Iruka has been captured."

"What?" Qingwu's expression instantly darkened.

He turned to look at Shizune, "I'll leave Yugao in the care of Shizune-senpai and Tsunade-sama. Anko, let's talk as we walk."

Hongdou deliberately lowered her voice, realizing what was happening and worried about disturbing the treatment that might be taking place inside, and also didn't want to worry the seriously injured Xiyan.

Qingwu clearly understood this.

Watching the two figures hurry away, Shizune thought for a moment, then returned to the ward...

……

Outside Konoha Hospital, the wind and snow brought a chill to the body.

Qingwu stopped and turned to interrupt Hongdou's narration, her eyes filled with coldness: "Was it the Root people who captured Iruka?"

Hongdou said in a deep voice, "Yes, it was Dean Nonou who told me."

She was unaware that Kakashi had clashed with Root while protecting Naruto, and only assumed that Iruka had been captured.

Furthermore, Pharmacist Nonou also shared her analysis with her.

"The dean said... the Root organization is targeting me?"

After listening to Nono's analysis, Qingwu calmed down a bit.

But he still couldn't understand what Danzo was trying to do.

"Well, the dean said she couldn't find anyone from the Shadow Guard, so she had to come to me. She probably thought we knew each other and would run into each other. The dean specifically asked me to remind you not to act impulsively."

A cold light flashed in Qingwu's eyes. "Alright, I understand. Hongdou, you can go back now."

Seeing Qingwu's grim expression, Hongdou said urgently:

"Qingwu, what are you going to do? According to the dean's analysis, the Root is probably trying to use Iruka as bait, waiting for you to force your way in. Don't do anything reckless."

Qingwu took a deep breath. "So what if it's bait? I'm definitely bringing the person back."