[Why don't you mention Kato Dan's high-level strategy?]
[Instead of being shy or awkward, Kato Dan went straight to the point and spoke to Tsunade, whose brother had just died.]
["I'm not walking this path just for you. I'm also doing it to honor my late sister. We used to walk this path together often."]
[His words seemed to be hinting at Tsunade, almost saying, "Do you understand my pain?"]
[It's definitely not appropriate to discuss such heavy topics with someone you just met, especially a girl.]
[But what Kato Dan said implies that he can relate to Tsunade's grief over her brother.]
[I seriously suspect that he has investigated Tsunade's current situation privately.]
[After Tsunade picked up on Kato Dan's hint, she felt his pain was similar to her own.]
[She immediately considered adding Kato Dan to her list of potential boyfriends.]
[What a perfect strategy! What a tactical move to win over the princess in just one night!]
[Kato Dan's approach is even better than Namikaze Minato, known as the king of love. He's the true king of love kings. I really admire him.]
"Hehe, this guy is obviously not a good person. Only someone as naive as Tsunade would fall for his trick."
Little Jiraiya, who was beaten up by little Tsunade, watched Kato Dan trying to deceive her. Even though his mouth was hurting, he still had to complain.
"You're the only one who talks too much."
This time, little Tsunade didn't hit little Jiraiya.
It's just that Kato Dan's behavior was too much.
Tsunade doesn't like scheming boys.
If she was only a little curious about Kato Dan at the start, now she feels some disgust toward him.
As a child, Kato Dan never imagined he would end up being disliked by Tsunade just because he saw the future on the light screen before even meeting her.
This is truly an unexpected disaster!
"This kid is really good at this."
Seeing Kato Dan on the light screen, the Fifth-Hokage Jiraiya gritted his teeth.
As a child, his methods of getting Tsunade's attention were typical—like pulling her ponytail or making rude comments.
Tsunade did pay attention, but it came at a heavy cost.
As he grew older, he started pretending to be deep in thought around Tsunade.
But after all these years together, everyone knows each other well.
It's better to be more articulate than to act profound in front of Tsunade.
At least then, he might still get Tsunade's "love taps" instead of just a dismissive roll of the eyes.
"Jiraiya, I heard that Kato Dan has a niece named Shizune, who is also very beautiful. She's traveling the ninja world with Tsunade right now."
"Orochimaru, what are you suggesting?"
Orochimaru licked his lips and said, "How about you go and capture Shizune, as revenge for Kato Dan taking your Tsunade."
Upon hearing this, Sasuke, Naruto, the Third Hokage, and the Fifth Hokage Jiraiya himself all looked at him as if they'd seen a ghost.
Sasuke and Naruto were easier to handle. Sasuke had only been Orochimaru's disciple for a short time and didn't interact with him much.
Naruto was even less familiar with him.
They just felt that Orochimaru usually appeared in a quiet, reserved manner.
So, it was surprising for him to say such outrageous things.
The Third Hokage and Jiraiya, however, knew Orochimaru well.
In the ninja world, besides being one of the Legendary Sannin along with Tsunade and Jiraiya, Orochimaru also held the title of Cold Lord.
It was hard to imagine that someone with such a title would say something like that.
None of them had ever seen anything like this before.
"Ahem. Orochimaru, please don't say such unreliable things in the future."
"Haha, I'm just thinking of you. Tsunade, you probably have no chance. But for Shizune, with your fame, you might still have a chance, provided Tsunade doesn't cause trouble."
"No, no, no, even if I dislike Kato Dan, I wouldn't be so cruel as to attack Shizune."
The Fifth Hokage Jiraiya's words were so righteous and noble that Naruto's eyes sparkled with admiration.
"You're right, pervery sage. It's wrong for an old cow to eat young grass."
"Naruto, you don't need to speak even if you're able to."
Fifth Hokage Jiraiya covered his face and said, "Minato, your son didn't inherit any of your calmness, wisdom, or other good traits."
[Later, about what happened between Tsunade and Kato Dan I didn't know since the author didn't publish the picture book, but the amazing netizens have already drawn it. (laughs)]
[Their romance became widely known soon after.]
[Even Kakuzu from Takigakure heard about it.]
[The day before they were supposed to head to the front lines, Tsunade and Dan had a secret meeting on a small bridge.]
[Kato Dan passionately shared his values with Tsunade, expressing his love for the village and his friends.]
[He also mentioned that he hadn't had the chance to protect his sister before, but he could protect the person he cared about now.]
[He boldly declared that his dream was to become Hokage.]
"Is this kid pursuing Tsunade just because he wants to become Hokage?"
At this moment, Tobirama started to dislike Kato Dan a little.
Although Kato Dan's methods to win Tsunade's affection were a bit scheming, they weren't enough for Tobirama to hate him.
Using some tricks while pursuing someone is normal.
But if Kato Dan is pursuing Tsunade simply to become Hokage, it changes everything.
The Kato clan is just a small ninja clan in Konoha Village.
At that time, the Third Hokage was still in power. Logically, someone from such a small clan like Kato Dan would have no chance of becoming Hokage.
A clan that is neither too good nor too bad doesn't have as many opportunities as one from a more common background.
Kato Dan is smart, so he must realize this.
Therefore, there's a high chance that Kato Dan is using Tsunade to achieve his goal of becoming Hokage.
The more Tobirama thought about it, the more he believed this possibility.
The angrier he became as he thought.
"Teacher, don't rush. Finish watching the light screen first. If this kid really is using Tsunade, I, Sarutobi Hiruzen, will make sure he pays."
"Yes, I, Shimura Danzo, won't let him get away with it either."
"I'll make him experience the most vicious illusion here."
"I, Akimichi Torifu, am trying to lose weight. Is it too much to use him as a weight?"
"The hospital needs a volunteer for drug testing. I don't think he'll refuse me, right?"
"I, Mitokado Homura, also need a moving target to practice my shuriken throwing technique."
The six disciples of Tobirama watched Tsunade grow up.
In the original plot, they might have ignored Tsunade for power reasons.
But right now, their feelings for Tsunade are genuine.
Anyone who dares to bully Tsunade will face severe consequences.
They'll make this man pay dearly.
Uzumaki Mito also narrowed his eyes with a smile, thinking about finding a way to let Kato Dan experience the pleasure of playing with Nine-Tails.
Tsunade's face looked quite grim at this moment.
If it turns out Kato Dan is using her, she won't need anyone else to act—she can handle him herself.
"I hope he doesn't deceive me in the future, or I don't know if he can handle my fist the size of a clay pot!"
Kato Dan: I'm not, I didn't, don't talk nonsense!
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