As they neared their home, Tsunade suddenly snapped out of her reverie, as if she had remembered something important.She turned to Hatake Kaede and said, "Alright, let's not talk about this anymore.Kid, I didn't waste my time looking after you.Thanks for what happened with Kushina yesterday."
However, Hatake Kaede stared at Tsunade with an incredulous expression, as if he had heard the most absurd joke in the world.He thought to himself, "Take care of me?Give me a break!I just finished a mission, I'm exhausted like a dog, and you come to my house and drag me out to be a conscript?You call that taking care of me?"
[And another thing, you stole my lunchbox, forcing me to eat the barely edible food in the hospital cafeteria.Is that what you call taking care of me?]
What's even worse is that at the barbecue restaurant, you made me work so hard grilling meat while you ate your fill.What kind of care is that?Then, you got drunk and lay there like a log, and I had to carry you home.Where was your consideration for me?
The more Hatake Kaede thought about it, the angrier he became, and the expression on his face grew increasingly ugly; his ancestral, bored expression were practically rolling to the sky.
Tsunade glanced at Hatake Kaede's expression and immediately understood; the brat was probably silently criticizing her again.So, without saying a word, she raised her hand and gave Hatake Kaede a hard flick on the forehead.
With a loud "bang," a large, red, swollen bump immediately appeared on Hatake Kaede's head, causing him to grimace in pain and almost cry out.
Tsunade slowly withdrew her fist, her gaze fixed on Hatake Kaede, who was hopping mad while clutching his head, a threatening smile on her face.
"Boy," Tsunade's voice was deep and stern, "I have a feeling you're thinking about something not so good.What, haven't I been taking good care of you?Or do you want me to give you some special 'care' right now?Also, show me your cooking skills today, it's been a long time since I've had your cooking."
Hatake Kaede was quite frightened by Tsunade's words, and he quickly jumped away from this "violent tiger girl".
As he jumped, he inwardly groaned: "Good heavens, what kind of 'tiger girl' is this?How can she be so violent!And am I a guest?There's no reason for a guest to cook!"
However, Tsunade didn't seem to have any intention of letting Hatake Kaede off the hook.Seeing that Hatake Kaede was trying to escape, she immediately took a step forward and raised her voice, saying, "What's wrong?Judging from your eyes, you seem pretty defiant!Want us to have a match?"
Hatake Kaede rolled his eyes several times; he didn't want to get beaten up by this violent woman again.So, he quickened his pace, quickly moving away from Tsunade, muttering to himself, "I don't want to spar with you!I'm not stupid!"
Watching Hatake Kaede's retreating figure, Tsunade felt a surge of relief.She smiled smugly, then turned and walked into her house.
The moment she stepped inside, Tsunade's attitude underwent a complete 180-degree change.She suddenly became obedient, sweetly calling out like a little girl, "Grandma, I'm home!"
Hearing the shout, Hatake Kaede, who was following behind Tsunade, suddenly stumbled and almost fell to the ground.He stared at Tsunade in astonishment, his heart filled with doubt and disbelief.
[Holy crap, who are you?Where did that fierce Tsunade who was hitting and yelling at me go?Where's my big Tsunade-hime?]
Sitting in the courtyard, Mito Uzumaki wore a kind smile, her laughter as warm as a spring breeze.When she heard Tsunade's voice, she cheerfully replied, "You're back!"
Tsunade walked quickly to Mito Uzumaki's side, then pointed to Hatake Kaede standing to the side and introduced him to Mito, "Grandma, this is Hatake Kaede, Sakumo-senpai's son."
Hatake Kaede stood there, somewhat reservedly watching the scene before him.His gaze fell on Tsunade, his heart filled with doubt and surprise.
Because he had never seen Tsunade so well-behaved and adorable, she was completely different from the violent and short-tempered Tsunade he remembered.
A series of questions flashed through Hatake Kaede's mind: [Who am I?Where am I?Where did that violent Tsunade go?] He couldn't help but wonder if he had mistaken someone for someone else, or if he had entered a parallel world.
Just as Hatake Kaede was lost in thought, Uzumaki Mito's words suddenly interrupted his reverie.Uzumaki Mito gently said to Hatake Kaede, "Child, welcome to our home."
These words brought Hatake Kaede back to his senses.He realized that the Tsunade in front of him was indeed real, and a cute version of Tsunade at that.
Hatake Kaede inwardly marveled, "As expected of Mito Uzumaki, she can actually make Tsunade so obedient.Truly admirable!" He couldn't help but develop a strong interest in this legendary figure.
Mito Uzumaki smiled at Hatake Kaede, a hint of admiration in her eyes, and said, "Not bad, not bad, as expected of Sakumo's child.Good-looking and responsible!" Her voice was gentle and kind, making people feel incredibly warm and friendly.
Upon hearing Mito Uzumaki's praise, Hatake Kaede smiled modestly and quickly said seriously, "You flatter me, Mito-sama.I haven't introduced myself yet.My name is Hatake Kaede, and it's a pleasure to meet you!" His tone was sincere and full of respect for Mito Uzumaki.
Mito Uzumaki nodded and smiled, saying, "Yes, Hatake Kaede, I'll remember your name." Her gaze fell on Hatake Kaede, as if she could see through his appearance to the qualities and potential deep within him.
Mito Uzumaki, as the "foundation" of Konoha Village, dedicated her life to the village, and her wisdom and experience are undoubtedly a valuable asset.
Such an elderly person deserves Hatake Kaede's respect.
TsunadeSquatting down beside Mito Uzumaki, he said with a big smile, "Grandma, I've brought back the person you wanted!Later, you can try his cooking.His food is delicious!"
Mito Uzumaki's wise eyes were like a deep pool, making them difficult to fathom.
A slight, barely perceptible sly smile played on her lips.Then, she deliberately put on a stern face and said, feigning annoyance, "Tsuna, how can we let guests cook when we have them?Mieko (the servant who serves Mito Uzumaki) is on leave today, so you'll have to cook this meal and take good care of our guests."
Upon hearing this, Tsunade's eyes widened in disbelief.Pointing at herself, she exclaimed in astonishment, "Me?Grandma, you're not kidding, are you?"
Tsunade hesitated for a moment, but finally agreed: "Alright, Grandma, I'll give it a try!"
Just as Tsunade was about to get up and go to the kitchen, Hatake Kaede suddenly intervened and quickly stopped her.
Just kidding!If you want Tsunade to perform a delicate surgery, she'll arrange everything perfectly for you.But if you send her into the kitchen, she'll make sure a mushroom cloud appears in the ninja world!
Don't ask why Hatake Kaede knows it so clearly; it's because of those unbearable memories.
How could I not know?Back when I was practicing the Palm Immortal Technique, I had to experiment on frozen fish first.Even the failed attempts would be made into grilled fish and eaten; nothing would go to waste.
That day, Tsunade seemed to have gone mad for some reason and insisted on grilling the fish herself.
Is that a fish?That's top-quality charcoal; it even sparks when you blow on it.
Hatake Kaede, who was standing nearby, quickly chimed in, "Lady Mito , I have some experience in cooking, why don't I do it?"
Mito Uzumaki said, "It's not appropriate, it's not appropriate.How can we let the guests cook for themselves?"
"Perfect, perfect, why wouldn't it be perfect!" With that, Hatake Kaede had Tsunade lead him to the kitchen.
Hatake Kaede figured it out; the old lady was just like a child again, her playful side was really taking hold.
Upon entering the kitchen, Hatake Kaede stared blankly at the ingredients scattered all over the floor.Goodness, they were quite well-prepared; it seemed they were just waiting for the head chef to begin.
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