A Journey Through the Universes

Chapter 103: A pleasant breeze

– Now that everyone is here… you are given an important S-rank mission. Escort a new vessel from Uzushio to Konoha. –

Team number seven did not react in any way, because this is not their first task of this level.

– Why does the mission have S rank? Is it worth waiting for trouble during execution? – put his hands behind Jirai’s head.

Puffing on his pipe, Sarutobi replied – Trouble is possible. It just so happened that the shinobi of Fog, Stone and Rain converged on the approaches to Uzushio, after which they united into one large army… And soon she will move to the Land of Whirlpools. –

– What?! – Tsuna exclaimed – You said that Rain and Fog were going to unite against Iwagakure!? How did it happen that they are already on the outskirts of Uzushio together!? – the girl was obviously worried about her distant relatives. In addition, they were representatives of her grandmother’s clan and her future husband…

Hiruzen’s face became even more tired – Our spies were calculated and misinformed. Events are developing rapidly, the scouts managed to report only on the arrival of the enemy army to the shores of the land of Whirlpools. There is no news from the spies, I suspect that they are already in a better world. –

Orochimaru closed his eyes and spoke softly – They want to deprive us of a powerful ally and at the same time make money on this rich country. –

– Yes, things are bad … – drawled Jiraya.

– This is only the first part of the plan. Tetsuya said, folding his arms across his chest.

Three or four pairs of eyes immediately converged on him.

– Isn’t it obvious? Uzushio will fall, and Konoha will fall. This situation clearly shows that villages are able to unite against a stronger enemy, and the looted money, so necessary for wars, will help them prepare troops. –

“We’re going to help them, aren’t we, Sensei?” Tsunade asked warily, looking at the Hokage’s sour face.

– No. – he answered quietly, closing his eyes. – You only have to accompany the vessel, no more. –

– But how so!? They are our allies! They have always helped us! –

– Konoha is not ready for war, Tsunade. Uzushio will buy us time, we will gather our forces and wait for the enemy in all weapons. –

The blonde’s face said that she was more than dissatisfied and was generally on the verge of breaking something.

“Those aren’t your words, are they?” You would never have come to this. Tetsuya said calmly, looking at Hiruzen with a penetrating gaze.

The hero was joined by Jiraya, Tsunade and Orochimaru. Together they began to nag the Hokage with their eyes.

He didn’t last long.

Exhaling, he only powerlessly said one word – Danzo. – but then he hurried and added – And I share his thoughts, we have no choice. If we perform, then other countries will catch up and a new Shinobi world war will come out as a result! Only it will be much bloodier than the last one! I can’t let that happen…” Hiruzen whispered the last sentence, looking wearily at the papers lying on the table.

– Too much price, for a few quiet years of preparation. –

“I know, Tetsuya, I know, but what can I do? I am Hokage and must defend the interests of the land of Fire at any cost, even if I have to sacrifice my own honor and reputation. After all, our ally is not so weak, maybe they will even win. I will hope for the best result, but prepare for the worst. – deflated, Sarutobi said, putting down the pipe and covering his face with his palms – You should just quietly and imperceptibly bring the vessel. Ideally, no one should see you at all except Uzumaki. Ok? –

– And if the situation becomes critical, can we fight? Tetsuya asked with interest, smiling conspiratorially.

Everyone in the room squinted at the hero, and Sarutobi generally covered his eyes with his palm – I know you well enough, you are more than capable of secretly completing the mission. But yes, if there is a critical situation, you can fight. But only in this case, you yourself should not make contact. Is that clear? –

– I~ see. – the four of them drawled.

– That’s good, here’s the map. – Hiruzen threw the folded map into Tsunade’s hands – It marked the place where the Shinobi Uzushio will be waiting for you. Perhaps there will already be a vessel with them, but most likely you will be taken to the island and there you will pick it up. Any other questions? –

— no. –

– Well, then go and please come back safe and sound. Sarutobi spoke with a smile, looking at the retreating backs of his students.

Already on the street, Tsunade asked – Well, are we moving out right away? –

– Actually, I was thinking of having breakfast, but since this is the case, then you can do it on the way. In general, I’m ready. Tetsuya said, stretching.

– And you? Tsuna asked, looking at Orochimaru and Jiraya.

– I’m ready. / And me. –

– Okay, then let’s go. – said the blonde and jumped on the roof of the nearest building.

The guys followed her, jumping over the roofs to the exit of the village.

At one point, when they were running through the red light district, Jiraya spoke with a wistful grin – Oh, I almost forgot. Tetsuya, let’s make a schedule. –

– What a schedule. – the hero calmly replied without turning his head.

– The schedule according to which we will visit the “Sweet Grove”. Whitehead added.

The place he was talking about was the best brothel in Konoha and Tetsuya, as well as Jiraya visited it very often.

It is thanks to this that the hero has not yet attacked the blonde, because he could not be constantly under “Arbitrary Meditation”.

Tsunade allowed it through gritted teeth, since they are not a couple yet. In addition, in exchange, the girl received sweets from the hero and even, sometimes, a massage, during which she tried with all her might to seduce him. Unfortunately, all these attempts were a failure and Tetsuya, after such evenings, stormed the “Sweet Grove”.

Of course, Tsunade also had the right to have affairs, but this right was very deceptive.

The girl was not a fool and understood that this step would lead to such consequences that she was even afraid to imagine. In addition, she is deeply disgusted by the very idea that someone other than Tetsuya will “touch” her.

The hero himself was also extremely unhappy with his decision, but he no longer had any options. Either he loses and is seduced by Tsunade, or he goes crazy.

Let’s get back to the conversation.

Tetsuya looked at Jiraya and asked with feigned incomprehension – Why? –

– Are you kidding me? Because of you, I can’t visit my favorite brothel! – almost spitting, Jiraya exclaimed indignantly.

– I have no idea what you’re talking about. The hero replied with an impudent grin.

– What are you talking about. Jiraya? Tsuna narrowed her eyes

– Ah, well… it’s… – the white–headed man hesitated with an awkward smile – “Your mother, an ambush! If I say everything, she will hit me, if I don’t, she will hit me until I crack, and then she will hit me again, the first option is better.” Ah, the fact is that when Tetsuya visits this brothel, it immediately closes. Just because this asshole takes off all the girls, and leaves in the morning satisfied leaving them absolutely nothing. Fucking endless endurance! – the white-headed man exclaimed at the end, out of annoyance.

Tsunade of course knew about the bed prowess of her beloved, but it’s a pity that from someone else’s mouth. – And what? – the blonde asked, clearly annoyed, – Can’t you find another “house of joy”? –

– You don’t understand! Jiraya exclaimed and continued with a bawdy smile, “Everyone knows that Tetsuya only visits this brothel, so everyone who is not lazy sends their “honey kunoichi” to seduce or get pregnant from him. The juice is collected in this house of joys, so… –

– Jiraya. Tsuna said softly, interrupting the toad.

– what? –

– Grit your teeth. She frowned and raised her fist.

Whitehead didn’t have time to say anything. Only in flight from the blow he was able to shout – Why Tsunade-e! –

Orochimaru, looking at all this, only exhaled disappointingly and shook his head disapprovingly.

Tsuna’s face relaxed a little, but the discontent was still visible on it, which quickly disappeared as soon as Tetsuya said these words. – Tsuna, and here is your daily ration, today is also dessert. Help yourself. – and the girl instantly forgot about the little incident. She just moaned contentedly while eating the cooking.

A dozen seconds later, Jiraya caught up with them with a big black eye, and they continued on their way.

A few hours later, they had a beautiful view of the island with the hidden village of Uzushiogakure.

– We’re almost there. Tsuna said, walking along the sandy shore towards the designated place.

– Oh, the sun, a pleasant breeze, warm water… If it wasn’t for the war, I would have stayed for a couple of days to rest. – Jiraya threw his hands behind his head, taking a sun bath with pleasure.

– Jiraya. – Orochimaru shook his head disapprovingly – It would be better if you were so eager to train as to rest. –

– Hey! Rest is also important! You should rest more often too! –

“Hmm, that doesn’t make sense. The only one of us who can rest is Tetsuya, since he has time to rest and train. –

– HA! Don’t compare us to this monster! We are just mere mortals, it is not good to compare ourselves with a demigod. –

– Jiraya, what are you talking about? – the hero broke into the conversation.

– Well, you are the son of Hashirama, and he is recognized as the “God of Shinobi”, which means you are a demigod. Is it logical? –

– You certainly did a good job and flattered me, and you came up with an excuse for yourself. You know, you’re a genius in this part, too, in your own way. Have you ever thought about becoming a Hokage? Your talents will come in handy there. Tetsuya said with a tricky smile.

– Well, no! Well, I don’t want to be a Hokage. A shoddy job that you need to devote yourself to, shoulder a huge responsibility, worry about every little thing, and then listen to various dissatisfactions and whining from subordinates and citizens. No, it’s better to be a Shinobi. –

– Are you an Orochi? Don’t you want to become a Hokage? –

– Hmm. – thought the snake, closing his eyes – I’ve been thinking about it, but I come to the conclusion that it’s not worth it. As Jiraya has already said, this job requires too much, and gives almost nothing in return. Besides, my character is not very suitable. Hokage is first of all a light in which the whole village believes. The role of deputy or adviser is more suitable for me, but not Hokage. But you, I think, would be a good fit for this role. –

– Nooo. – the hero drawled with “reluctance” – Perhaps I am suitable, but I will not become one just because of this. I don’t want to devote my life to this. –

The others just shrugged, understanding him.

– Tsunade, wouldn’t you like to… – the hero didn’t have time to finish, as he felt two Shinobi with a large amount of chakra on the border of the “Imperial Zone”.

These Shinobi secretly watched them from the forest and only with the help of the “Imperial Zone” Tetsuya was able to notice them.

Quickly folding the seal, the hero said loudly, looking in the direction of the “guests” – Come out, I know that you are there. If you continue to sit or try to escape, you will regret it. –

A few seconds later, two Shinobi came out from behind the trees. Both are red-haired. Both looked thirty years old. And both were smiling as they walked towards team number seven.

– As expected from Hashirama’s son. – said one of them. More precisely, it was the one who looked older.