Sarutobi Hiruzen and Jiraiya awkwardly realized that Takayama Haru didn't seem to need any help at all.
Was this whole situation completely unnecessary?
Sarutobi narrowed his eyes, thinking to himself—Has Takayama Haru really become this strong?
Stronger than Tsunade?
Or was it just his style?
Orochimaru, watching from the sidelines, was even more shocked. The strength Takayama Haru was showing now far exceeded what he'd displayed just a week ago during their test match.
Right now, Haru's power was overwhelming.
Orochimaru even felt that not even his own teacher could have suppressed Tsunade this completely and effortlessly.
Look at Tsunade—she was pinned to the ground, unable to move at all.
Just then, Mito Uzumaki suddenly appeared.
"Sarutobi, what's going on here?"
Her gaze quickly shifted to Tsunade, who was bound to the ground, and her eyes widened in shock.
"Haru! Let Tsunade go! What in the world is happening here?!"
As soon as Mito Uzumaki appeared, Takayama Haru released the Hyakuya Technique.
The Hyakuya Technique was quite similar to enhanced ninjutsu—it unlocked the "Yin Seal," allowing the massive amount of chakra stored inside to be fully utilized, enabling large-scale ninjutsu and forbidden techniques.
Because the chakra flooded the entire body, it also enhanced physical abilities and monstrous strength.
But once the Hyakuya Technique was deactivated, the Wood Dragon's toughness weakened naturally.
Bang!
Tsunade immediately shattered the Wood Dragon and, gritting her teeth, glared at Haru. "You bastard, I'm going to kill you!"
She couldn't believe she'd been "taught a lesson" by a kid who wasn't even twenty yet!
"Ahem! Tsunade, stop it already," Sarutobi muttered helplessly. Why are you making such a fuss with Haru?
Mito Uzumaki's expression was cool as she said, "That's enough. Let's head back."
Kushina Uzumaki looked worriedly at Haru but ran over and hugged Tsunade.
Tsunade glared at Kushina. "Hmph, Kushina, I can't believe you're siding with an outsider over me!"
Mito Uzumaki's eyes turned cold. "Enough! Step back!"
Sarutobi coughed and said, "Tsunade, go with Jiraiya to the office for now."
"Hmmph."
Tsunade shot one last glare at Takayama Haru, huffed coldly, and followed Sarutobi.
Halfway there, Jiraiya couldn't help but ask, "Hey, Tsunade, that Takayama Haru guy—what's his deal…?"
"Arghhh!"
Tsunade roared in anger and punched Jiraiya square in the face.
Boom!
Jiraiya flew backward like a ragdoll.
Crash! The building behind him collapsed completely, and a few nearby shinobi were sent flying out of the wreckage.
"We're under attack!" someone yelled in alarm.
Sarutobi shot Tsunade a sharp look before quickly stepping forward, waving his hands. "Calm down, everyone. It's nothing."
"Oh, Lord Hokage! It's you!"
"Lady Tsunade!"
"Lord Orochimaru!"
The shinobi recognized them and quickly bowed respectfully.
Sarutobi asked, "Everyone okay?"
"Yes, we're fine."
"Just a bit startled, that's all."
At that moment, the rubble shifted, and Jiraiya groaned.
"Ahhh…"
He crawled out, clutching his face.
The shinobi exchanged awkward glances.
Sarutobi sighed and pulled out a wad of cash. "Here, go stay at a hotel tonight. I'll send people to repair your houses in the morning."
"No problem, Lord Hokage, we're in no rush."
"Yeah, it's fine."
"Yes, Lord Hokage!"
Turning to Tsunade, Sarutobi's eyes turned cold as he said, "Repairs here will cost at least fifty thousand ryo. Make sure you pay the finance department in advance."
Tsunade snorted. "I don't have the money."
…
Meanwhile, Takayama Haru and Kushina followed Mito Uzumaki back.
"Can't you just treat Tsunade like your big sister?!" Kushina snapped, glaring at Haru.
Haru shrugged. He wanted to, but the system didn't allow it.
"See what happened now? I'll be back in a bit. You better apologize to Tsunade!"
Haru ignored her.
Apologize? Tsunade attacked first. It's only fair she learns her lesson, right?
Seeing Haru's stubborn attitude, Kushina huffed and reached out to pinch him, but no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't get a grip.
So hard to pinch…
Mito Uzumaki shook her head, sighing. "Haru, how exactly did that fight start?"
Haru explained everything in detail.
When Kushina heard it, she immediately blamed herself. "Ah, it's all my fault. I got drunk… If I hadn't been drunk, none of this would've happened."
Mito Uzumaki shook her head. "It's not your fault. Tsunade's the one acting childish, laughing and messing around."
Then she looked at Haru again. "Haru, when did you learn the Yin Seal and the Hyakuya Technique?"
Kushina's eyes widened. "What? Haru, you know the Yin Seal?"
She seemed a bit confused—she hadn't noticed it before. But when Mito Uzumaki showed up earlier, she must've seen Haru using the Hyakuya Technique to unlock the Yin Seal.
Back then, even Mito had been shocked, though she hadn't said anything out loud.