The domineering Uchiha drove the Third Hokage mad!

Chapter 516 Bringing Tsunade Back to the Border Base

The restaurant staff worked quickly and served the dishes in a short while.

The roasted meat was served in a large earthenware plate, sprinkled with finely crushed cumin and chili powder. It was glistening with oil, and the skin was so crispy that you could hear it crackling when you bit into it. It was also steaming slightly.

The honey-glazed reed fish is golden in color, drizzled with thick honey sauce, and garnished with a few bright green vegetable leaves, making it very tempting. It is also served with two refreshing dishes of cold wild vegetables to cut through the richness.

Tsunade picked up her chopsticks, took a piece of fish, and put it in her mouth. She chewed it carefully, a look of satisfaction in her eyes: "The taste is still as good as before."

Uchiha Sanfeng picked up his chopsticks, took a piece of beast meat, and put it in his mouth. The moment he bit down, the crispy outer skin contrasted sharply with the tender inside. The flavor of the spices permeated every bit of meat, and the taste was acceptable. It could be considered a top-notch dish in the ninja world.

But after chewing for a moment, his brows furrowed almost imperceptibly, and the interest in his eyes gradually faded. He slowly put down his chopsticks, picked up his teacup, took a sip, and diluted the taste in his mouth.

In his previous life, he was a Chinese, and he was already accustomed to the homeland cuisine with its harmonious blend of five flavors and complex techniques. Frying, stir-frying, braising, stewing, steaming, and boiling—each technique brought out the most authentic flavor of the ingredients, and the seasoning was exquisite and rich in layers.

Although the dishes in the ninja world are simple and honest, focusing on the original flavor, they lack some exquisite seasoning and cooking skills, and the taste is ultimately lacking. They are too monotonous, which also reduces his appetite by more than half.

He looked down at the dishes on the plate, a barely perceptible hint of nostalgia flashing in his eyes, a longing for the warmth and flavors of his hometown from his past life.

Tsunade was enjoying her fish when she caught a glimpse of him putting down his chopsticks. His expression was indifferent, showing no satisfaction and even a hint of aloofness. Tsunade stopped eating and put down her chopsticks as well.

Her gaze fell on his face, full of doubt and confusion.

It's rare for someone to take the initiative to recommend food to another person, and if it doesn't suit their taste, it can be a little awkward.

With a hint of doubt and trepidation in her eyes, she asked, "What's wrong? Is the taste not to your liking? These are two of Fuji-ju's most popular dishes. Many nobles come specifically to try them, and some are even willing to pay a lot of money to reserve them."

As she spoke, she raised her hand to tuck a strand of hair behind her ear to hide her embarrassment, her tone carrying a hint of probing.

As she spoke, she subconsciously placed a candied plum, which was meant to accompany the meat, into his bowl, her eyes full of anticipation: "Try this, it's refreshing and appetizing, and tastes quite good."

"These plums are pickled from wild plums grown deep in the mountains. They have a perfect balance of sweet and sour, which helps to neutralize the greasiness of the meat."

Even she herself didn't realize that her tone and posture at this moment had long lost the arrogance and domineering nature of Tsunade Senju, and had become more gentle and accommodating, as if she were coaxing a sullen partner.

Uchiha Mitsunaga shook his head, picked up his teacup, took a sip of warm tea to wash away the taste of meat in his mouth, and without explaining much about his past life, simply said, "It's nothing... it's just that the taste is a little worse than I imagined."

Seeing Tsunade's slightly disappointed expression, he added, to avoid making her think that she had made a bad recommendation: "Perhaps, my expectations for the food here were too high... It's not that the dishes themselves were bad... The taste was already quite good."

He didn't want this rare moment of relaxation to be shrouded in awkwardness, and he deliberately took care of her feelings.

He was unwilling to mention his past life, so he glossed over it, which both answered Tsunade's question and prevented him from revealing anything unusual.

After all, his "past life memories" were too bizarre. If they were leaked, they would inevitably cause unnecessary trouble and even make him a stranger, affecting his plans to compete for the Hokage position.

He looked up at the window and changed the subject: "The atmosphere here is quite lively, much more peaceful than the battlefield on the border."

Tsunade was taken aback by what she heard, then smiled, the doubt and disappointment in her eyes dissipating. She didn't ask any more questions and continued eating on her own.

She already had a large appetite, and with the exertion of the previous night, she was already starving. She quickly immersed herself in the food, chewing heartily with a satisfied look on her face.

Occasionally, he would place a piece of food on Uchiha Mitsunori's plate, as if to make up for the disappointment that the food was not to his liking, and mumbled, "Eat more, we still have to travel in a while. The border is not like here, it is not easy to find such good food."

The two finished their meal in silence. Uchiha Sanfeng then beckoned the waiter to settle the bill. He was generous and didn't hesitate at all, throwing out a thick wad of coins. The waiter's eyes lit up, and he quickly bowed to thank him.

Then, he led Tsunade out of the restaurant, deliberately avoiding the bustling main road, and walked along a quiet alley towards the outskirts of the city. The alley was narrow and deep, with vines climbing all over the walls, and only a few rays of sunlight pierced through the gaps in the branches and leaves, making it very secluded.

Occasionally, one can hear the chirping of crickets in the corner, creating a world apart from the bustling main road.

Reaching the deserted end of the alley, Uchiha Mitsunori's chakra suddenly surged, an orange chakra aura enveloping his entire body like a burning flame. His scarlet Mangekyou Sharingan quietly appeared, the lines at the corners of his eyes spreading out like flames, carrying a sharp and oppressive aura.

The next second, the orange Susanoo condensed from the void, rapidly piecing together and growing larger, transforming into a complete Susanoo several meters tall... Its enormous wings unfolded...

He deliberately restrained his aura to avoid disturbing the city's residents and hidden ninjas, thus revealing his whereabouts.

Uchiha Mitsuhide looked up at Susanoo, his gaze calm yet full of control, before settling on Tsunade.

"Tsunade, come on up, let's fly straight to the border base."

He paused, his tone becoming more serious: "The border situation is tense. Iwagakure and Kumogakure are fighting a major battle on the border of Takigakure. I cannot linger in Daimyo Prefecture to avoid causing any unforeseen complications and giving others a handle to use against me."

Susanoo flies at extremely high speeds, which saves time and allows it to avoid dangers and spies along the way.

He leaped into Susanoo's broad embrace first, and Susanoo gently cradled him in its palm.

Then, he reached out his hand to Tsunade, his palm warm with familiar warmth, a smile on his face: "Tsunade, get on, I'll take you flying! You probably want to try the power of Susanoo too, don't worry, I won't let you fall."

He knew she was still wary of Susanoo, so he deliberately softened his tone to reassure her.

Tsunade looked at the familiar yet unfamiliar Susanoo before her, her heart trembled slightly, and she subconsciously recalled the fear of being dominated by the Mangekyou Sharingan's Tsukuyomi yesterday. Her body stiffened involuntarily, her fingers gripped the hem of her clothes tightly, and a trace of panic flashed in her eyes.

But looking at Uchiha Mitsunori's outstretched hand, his gentle eyes and patient tone, she finally suppressed her fear, took a deep breath, and reached out to grasp his hand.

His palms were warm and strong. With a gentle pull, he brought her into Susanoo's embrace, landing her steadily beside him. One hand remained around her waist, giving her a sense of security.

With a powerful flap of its wings, Susanoo whipped up fallen leaves and dust, lifting the two into the air and speeding towards the border.

The sound of flapping wings was deep and powerful, like rolling thunder. Chakra fluctuations transformed into an invisible barrier, isolating the cold wind and air currents from the high altitude, protecting the two people inside so they wouldn't be blown off their feet by the wind.

Uchiha Mitsumine looked down at Tsunade, who was slightly tense in his arms, and gently patted her back to soothe her emotions.

The wind whistled past my ears, and my hair was blown backward by the wind, sticking to my cheeks and neck, carrying a slight chill.

The city of Daimyo Prefecture below rapidly shrinks into a small dot, with houses, streets, and people gradually blurring, eventually being replaced by rolling mountains and fields.

The emerald green rice paddies resemble waves, the winding river is like a silver ribbon, and the distant mountains rise one after another, shrouded in mist, creating a magnificent landscape.

Tsunade subconsciously moved closer to Uchiha Mitsunori, avoiding the oncoming cold wind, and gently grasped his sleeve with both hands. The panic in her eyes gradually faded, replaced by amazement at the scene before her.

Uchiha Mitsunaga raised his hand to put his arm around her shoulder to steady her. He looked toward the border and said in a serious tone, "I have gathered some Uzumaki survivors at the border. They are naturally skilled in sealing techniques, have special physiques, and are also suitable for training medical ninjutsu. They are an invaluable asset."

He paused, looked at Tsunade, his eyes full of expectation: "I hope that after you arrive at the base, you can teach them medical ninjutsu and advanced sealing techniques, combining medical and sealing techniques to create a unique team."

"They are related to your Senju clan by marriage, so their loyalty should be unquestionable. They can serve as your assistants, helping you prepare for the resurrection of Nawaki, and also form a dedicated medical sealing team to pave the way for your future struggle for the Hokage position."

He had already planned everything; the power of the Uzumaki descendants would be some of his bargaining chips in ascending to the top of the ninja world.

Tsunade leaned close to Uchiha Mitsunaga, feeling the warmth of his palm and the sense of security around her. Looking at the magnificent scenery below, she nodded gently: "Okay, I understand."

She looked up and saw Uchiha Mitsunori's serious gaze, then added, "Once we get to the base, I'll familiarize myself with the environment as soon as possible, understand the physique and abilities of those Uzumaki survivors, and develop a suitable teaching plan."

"At the same time, I will also help you sort out the connections in Konoha, contact those old retainers who are loyal to the Senju clan, and help you win the position of Fourth Hokage... Don't worry, I will not let you down."

At this moment, she has completely accepted her relationship with Uchiha Mitsumine and is willing to do her best to assist Nawaki in reviving him.

Susanoo continued speeding toward the border, the sound of its flapping wings mingling with the wind... The distant border gradually became clear.