However, upon hearing Tsunade's words, Shizune's internal alarm quickly went off. She cautiously clutched her wallet and said, "Tsunade-sama, please don't even think about it. The travel money is definitely off-limits, and didn't you just receive one million ryo?"
"One million ryo isn't enough for gambling, Shizune, trust me this time. I'm definitely going to win it back. Besides, that tea bath just drove all my bad luck away,"
Tsunade's tone became somewhat pleading as she immediately hugged Shizune, pulling the young girl's head towards her big bunny. It's rare to have such a comfortable bath; next, she wants to gamble to her heart's content.
Shizune remained unmoved and said, "Tsunade-sama's bad luck can't be driven away so easily..."
"Can any tea bath have such an effect?"
Before Shizune could finish speaking, someone nearby interrupted; the two women turned around simultaneously upon hearing the voice, and they both showed expressions of surprise and delight when they saw the familiar person.
But Tsunade's suddenly appeared smile didn't last long; it was soon forcibly transformed into a look of displeasure. She then bit her finger and said, "Tch, it seems the tea bath's effects are just boasting. Driving away bad luck doesn't work at all."
Shizune said perplexedly, "No, Tsunade-sama, we just ran into Lord Yoichi; isn't that lucky enough?"
"Shizune!"
Tsunade angrily knocked Shizune on the head after hearing this. Her student always stands on the outsider's side, and it really frustrates her, especially since she painstakingly taught Shizune medical ninjutsu.
Moreover, this shy little ghost definitely has no good intentions in coming here. Last time at the battlefield camp, he tried to take advantage of her, and this time, there is no war pressure.
"You brat, how dare you come find me? How are you going to explain about that advertisement..."
Before Tsunade could finish her angry words, Uchiha Yoichi interrupted with a smile and said, "That was my mistake; it's been taken down now. Today, I'm here to apologize to you, Tsunade-sama... care to have a drink together?"
"Have a drink, huh..."
Tsunade's eyes brightened up, and she subconsciously licked her ruby lips. To her, having a drink after a bath is the best enjoyment.
After pretending to think for a few seconds, Tsunade couldn't help but beckon to set off: "Alright, I just happened to pass by an izakaya earlier, and it seemed to be doing good business..."
Shizune followed along without objection. If it were just Tsunade alone, she would certainly have habitually advised against it; because every time Tsunade-sama gets drunk, she has to help her back to the inn and clean up afterward.
Uchiha Yoichi also joined them, walking beside Tsunade. Although Tsunade snorted lightly and turned her head away, she did not distance herself from Uchiha Yoichi; the two remained close.
Moreover, on the way to the izakaya, Uchiha Yoichi talked about some situations in Konoha. Even though Tsunade pretended not to listen, the strategy guide's guidance couldn't go wrong.
As long as he follows the instructions above, every word and action of Uchiha Yoichi will only increase Tsunade's good impression of him.
After arriving at the izakaya, Tsunade ordered a few bottles of local specialty shochu, while Uchiha Yoichi and Shizune ordered some food, and then they sat in a corner.
When the shochu and the small dish skewers were served, the two started drinking.
Once Tsunade is at the drinking table, she's a different person; and her fondness for Uchiha Yoichi was already high from the start. The feigned disdain and vigilance were only to prevent Uchiha Yoichi from advancing further.
However, after a few glasses of liquor, Tsunade's vigilance loosened a bit; and Uchiha Yoichi mentioned a lot about the changes in Konoha Village.
Prosperous and stable, people coming and going every day in droves.
Many places within the village were under construction, with brand-new beautiful high-rises replacing the previously dilapidated buildings. Moreover, Ninja Paradise and a series of factories have also been established next to Konoha to provide jobs for the influx of people.
Within the next decade, Konoha's population might reach two hundred thousand, and so on.
These changes surprised Tsunade and Shizune, causing the former to slow down her drinking pace; they had been traveling across the Ninja World for quite some time. Last time they returned to Konoha, they felt the changes were significant but didn't stay for long.
Upon hearing about the village's tremendous changes, both Tsunade and Shizune felt a sudden urge to go back and see for themselves, especially for the latter.
"...And some merchants and aristocrats plan to, their thoughts are even funnier, Tsunade, you absolutely can't guess."
Tsunade grew curious and asked with slightly parted ruby lips: "What are they planning to do?"
"They want to tear down the Senju Clan Land and build a high-end residential area there. It's simply laughable, just some rich fools; they haven't been scared witless by an illusion technique yet, which is already giving face to the Fourth Hokage."
Tsunade chuckled at the corner of her mouth, her alluring face flushed, and asked: "Oh, wouldn't the Uchiha be laughing at the Senju? After all, our two ninja races have never seen eye to eye..."
"That's those other Uchiha; I even had a dispute with the former Clan Leader before. And since when did not seeing eye to eye become a thing? Tsunade, do you find me annoying?"
"Quite annoying, you brat, you should address me as Tsunade-sama!"
Tsunade coldly snorted and then turned her head somewhat guiltily; a moment ago, she had unknowingly gazed at Uchiha Yoichi a bit too long.
However, hearing that he cares about the Senju Clan Land made Tsunade inexplicably happy, if it were someone else, they might not care as much....
A round of drinking left Tsunade in a good mood; she had drunk nearly a dozen bottles of shochu, eventually staggering as she walked.
Shizune had also eaten a lot, and when it was nearly time to leave, the young girl's face twisted with concern: "Tsunade-sama didn't hold back again, drank so much...."
"Shizune, you lead the way, I'll bring Tsunade-sama back."
"Is that okay? Then I'll leave Tsunade-sama to you, Lord Yoichi..."
Seeing Uchiha Yoichi had already approached Tsunade, Shizune was more than happy to say; she then walked ahead.
"I... I don't want you to take me... let Shizune..."
"Keep fussing, and you'll sleep in the izakaya!"
Uchiha Yoichi didn't spoil Tsunade, directly picking her up on his back.
Weighing less than a hundred pounds didn't make her heavy at all, and after hoisting Tsunade on his back, Uchiha Yoichi immediately felt two tight spots pressing against his back, and Tsunade became obedient all of a sudden, lying docilely on Uchiha Yoichi's back.
No one could tell if she was genuinely drunk or just didn't want to move.
Upon arriving at the inn where the two women were staying, Uchiha Yoichi followed Shizune's instructions and placed Tsunade on the bed.
Suddenly the piglet began to grunt, and Shizune quickly patted her head, remembering: "I forgot to buy TunTun food, Lord Yoichi, can I trouble you to keep watch? If Tsunade-sama vomits, I'll clean it up when I return."
Having said that, Shizune took TunTun and left.
'Well done, TunTun!'
Seeing the strategy guide change, Uchiha Yoichi silently praised the pig in his heart. If Shizune hadn't left, he would've had to go.
However, now, Uchiha Yoichi had a great opportunity.
"Tsunade, I heard massages can alleviate headaches after hangovers, let me help you... staying silent means consent."
As soon as he finished speaking, Uchiha Yoichi noticed Tsunade's dainty toes curling up, and as she attempted to tuck her feet under the covers, they were directly grasped by Uchiha Yoichi's warm palms.
"Hmm~"
Tsunade couldn't help but let out a soft hum, and then she felt her feet being lifted by this shy little ghost and placed in his lap.
That sensation made Tsunade feel like her feet were in a sauna, and that fiery feeling spread from her feet to her heart, making her already flushed alluring face even redder and her heart shyly overwhelmed.
After a few kneads, Tsunade felt her breath starting to quicken, so she opened her mouth to say: "You naughty kid, you..."
"I've researched a possibility of reviving the dead, Tsunade-sama..."