After playfully bantering with Tsunade and Shizune, Shishou took them back to the cabin. He wouldn't do anything inappropriate in broad daylight. Besides, he hadn't eaten in five days. Though his chakra kept him from starving, the sensation of hunger was still unpleasant.
Returning to the cabin, Shizune began preparing a fire and meal.
"I'll help too," Tsunade said, joining Shizune in the kitchen. She wanted to show her domestic skills to Shishou to dispel her image as a gambler and drunkard.
Seeing Tsunade like this, Shishou smiled. No matter how powerful ninja women were outside, they always became gentle and virtuous homemakers when they settled down. This was something Shishou deeply appreciated about the women in the shinobi world. Whether it was Mikoto Uchiha, Pakura of the Scorch Style, Miko Miroku, or Mei Terumi the Mizukage, they all embodied this quality.
Quietly observing the busy Tsunade and Shizune, Shishou placed his hand on the ground, using Mokuton to build a large house next to the cabin for later.
Tsunade was mature and voluptuous, while Shizune was petite and gentle. With these two beauties before him, Shishou's thoughts wandered.
After they finished eating, Shishou picked up Tsunade and headed towards the newly built house.
"What are you doing..." Tsunade's heart raced as Shishou carried her, knowing his intentions. She wanted to resist but also felt a hint of anticipation, leaving her conflicted.
"I heard Tsunade-sama's medical ninjutsu is miraculous," Shishou said with a grin. "So I want to see just how miraculous it is."
Tsunade blushed and glared at Shishou, the unintentional allure in her gaze nearly melting him.
Watching Shishou carry Tsunade away, Shizune bit her lip, feeling both happy and a bit dejected. She was glad Tsunade had found a place to belong but also sad that she shared that place.
In the days that followed, Shishou began living a daily life with Tsunade and Shizune. During the day, he trained in senjutsu under the guidance of Katsuyu the Great Slug Sage. At night, he explored the joys of marital life with Tsunade and Shizune.
Initially resistant, Tsunade eventually gave in to Shishou's insistence, becoming close with Shizune.
After a few days, Shishou, about to leave with Tsunade and Shizune, finally met the legendary Katsuyu the Great Slug Sage, led by Tsunade.
Seeing the enormous Katsuyu, larger than a mountain, Shishou was stunned. Katsuyu's colossal size surpassed that of Turtle Island, explaining why even with Tsunade and Sakura's combined efforts, they could only summon a tenth of her.
But Shishou wasn't intimidated by Katsuyu's size. Instead, he was surprised by a system notification that appeared before him.
[Sage Slug: Epic species, prefers darkness and moisture, possesses healing, division, corrosion, and liquefaction abilities, extremely powerful]
[Sage Slug, Epic Insect Species, currently able to evolve]
[Proceed with evolution?]
[Upon evolution, it will be directly integrated into the Insect Space and bound to the host. Please proceed with caution]
[Yes/No]
Seeing the series of prompts, Shishou narrowed his eyes, quickly weighing the pros and cons. If he chose to bind Katsuyu, she would likely resist. After all, she was the ruler of Shikkotsu Forest, a powerful entity comparable to the Sage of Six Paths. Being forcibly bound and taken into an unknown space would undoubtedly provoke her. Additionally, Tsunade would probably have issues with him.
However, if Shishou could successfully subdue Katsuyu, she would be a formidable ally. The constant supply of senjutsu energy alone would be incredibly beneficial. As for Tsunade being angry, Shishou didn't mind. He enjoyed teasing her every day anyway.
"My, she's huge," Shizune remarked, amazed at Katsuyu's size. "Bigger than Shishou's giant turtle."
"Shishou, what's wrong? Greet Katsuyu-sama," Tsunade said, pulling on Shishou, worried he was being rude by staring.
She didn't think Shishou was intimidated by Katsuyu's size, knowing his turtle wasn't much smaller.
Shishou looked at Tsunade and smiled. "I want to send you both back. I have something to discuss with Katsuyu-sama."
He created two clones to escort Tsunade and Shizune back to Konoha.
"You have something to discuss with me?" Katsuyu's gentle voice echoed in Shishou's mind.
"Katsuyu-sama, no, little Katsuyu," Shishou said with a grin. "From now on, you should call me Master."
Katsuyu looked puzzled. "What do you mean by that?"
Shishou smirked and chose to proceed with the evolution binding.
[Choose evolution path]
[Evolution 1: Enhanced Healing]
[Evolution 2: Enhanced Division]
[...]
[Ding! Evolution 6, Special Evolution: Explosive Clone]
[Explosive Clone: Grants clones powerful self-detonation abilities]
Heh, a special evolution. Shishou chose the special evolution.
[Selection successful, Sage Slug evolved successfully, Special Evolution: Explosive Clone]
[Can be placed in the Insect Space for further cultivation, will continue to evolve upon maturation]
[Sage Slug has been placed in the Insect Space, will automatically bind to the host, occupying one slot in the Insect Space]
"What... have you... done to me..." Katsuyu began to fall into a deep sleep, unable to move.
Seeing Katsuyu fall asleep, Shishou raised an eyebrow. This was the first time he realized how domineering the system was, subduing even the mighty Katsuyu.
He approached the sleeping Katsuyu and placed her in the Insect Space. The Insect Space was unique, accommodating Katsuyu's massive size and adjusting the environment to suit her needs for optimal growth.
Looking at the slumbering Katsuyu, Shishou chuckled.
"I've merely helped you break through your limitations. You'll thank me later, little Katsuyu."
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