Chapter 776: Xiaochun, do you think I have a chance with Lian Yue?

With the girl's help, Qianshou Feijian prepared to have Zhi Cun Tuan Zang succeed to the Hokage position.

"Lian Yue, thank you!"

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang, upon learning the situation, embraced the girl excitedly.

Uchiha Lian Yue's cheeks flushed bright red from Tuan Zang's sudden action.

Although she thought this was problematic, she did not break free from his embrace.

She stood there dumbfounded.

"Sorry, I didn't mean to!"

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang felt the softness against his chest and only then realized what he had done.

He immediately pulled away and kept bowing repeatedly to apologize.

By the way, Lian Yue's body was so fragrant and soft...

"N-no, it's okay."

Uchiha Lian Yue, face reddened, said nothing and turned to leave quickly, her steps a little frantic.

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang watched the girl's departing back, a fleeting hint of reluctance flashing in his eyes.

If only time could stay at that moment.

"Tuan Zang, what were you doing just now?!"

At that moment, Zhuan Qin Xiaochun's shocked voice rang out.

She had come to congratulate Tuan Zang on becoming Hokage, but upon reaching the doorway she saw the two hugging.

For a moment, she was too shocked to speak.

If I'm not mistaken, isn't that their captain Lian Yue!

When did Tuan Zang get together with her?

Being nosy, she immediately stepped forward to inquire, "Tuan Zang, when did you and the captain get together?"

Saying that, she wore a knowing expression.

"N-no, not like you think!"

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang blushed and tried to explain, but seeing her aunt‑like smile, his explanations only got more tangled.

He truly didn't want anyone to misunderstand his relationship with Lian Yue.

Such a misunderstanding would affect the girl's reputation...

"Tuan Zang, be honest with me," Zhuan Qin Xiaochun looked around, lowered her voice and asked, "Do you have feelings for the captain?"

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang heard this and hesitated, wanting to speak but not.

He originally didn't want to admit it, yet he couldn't bring himself to say it.

"What's there to be embarrassed about? The captain is beautiful, strong, and cooks deliciously; isn't it normal to like her?"

Zhuan Qin Xiaochun was indifferent to that.

Not only does Tuan Zang like the captain, even she likes the captain a bit.

Of course, it's mainly admiration, and her sexual orientation is fine!

"Xiaochun, do you think I have a chance with Lian Yue?"

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang hesitated for a moment, then finally gathered the courage to ask.

The three of them formed a squad and had spent a long time together.

Xiaochun, being a girl, observed more meticulously.

"I think you could give it a try."

Zhuan Qin Xiaochun analyzed seriously, and Zhi Cun Tuan Zang listened attentively.

"Although I don't know why you were hugging earlier, the captain didn't immediately push you away to clarify that your relationship is fine."

"Alright, I understand!"

Just as Zhi Cun Tuan Zang was about to declare his feelings to Lian Yue, Zhuan Qin Xiaochun's words poured cold water on him again.

"This is just my analysis and may not be accurate. If you rashly go to the captain and get rejected, that would be bad."

What she said were guesses; the exact situation couldn't be explained.

"I understand..."

He suppressed the impulsive thought and planned to get to know her gradually in future interactions.

But after becoming Hokage, he was busy handling state affairs every day.

Meanwhile, Lian Yue spent her days lying at home basking in the sun.

The two hardly had any time to meet.

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang somewhat regretted becoming Hokage, as he had no time to spend with Lian Yue.

Let alone cultivating a relationship...

These days went on for a long time, until he learned from Zhuan Qin Xiaochun that Lord Mito intended to arrange a marriage meeting for Lian Yue.

He suddenly couldn't sit still!

"No, Lian Yue must not be set up for a marriage!"

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang abandoned his duties and hurriedly left the office.

Hashirama Residence.

Lian Yue's match was the nephew of Xuanwo Mizuto, a young talented member of the Uzumaki clan.

"Lian Yue, you're not young anymore; you can consider marriage now."

The Uzumaki youth opposite occasionally fixed his gaze on the eating Lian Yue.

Seeing her cheeks puffed with food, he was instantly smitten.

Really so cute!

If I could marry the other person, just thinking about it makes me so excited I can't sleep.

"Mizuto Ayi, I'm young, I'm not in a hurry."

She, who likes to lie flat, is uninterested in men, and in her heart, without a man she naturally draws a sword like a deity.

Moreover, true strong ones don't need a partner!

"If you don't marry now, what will you do when you grow old?"

Xuanwo Mizuto earnestly and patiently persuaded.

In her view, a girl must find a suitable partner to marry.

That way, the days ahead won't be lonely.

"If you don't like my nephew, just tell me and I'll get you another batch."

Uzumaki youth: "……"

No, how could an aunt speak like that about her own nephew!

He is at least a genius of the Uzumaki Clan; does saying that mean he doesn't care about face!

"Mizuto Ayi, I'm marrying too early; let's talk about it later."

Xuanwo Mizuto, seeing this, said nothing further and prepared to look for other handsome youths later.

Perhaps Lian Yue doesn't want to marry someone from another clan.

After all, the Uchiha Clan has always valued bloodlines; consulting the Uchiha Clan Leader at that time would also be fine.

"Lian Yue, don't agree!"

At that moment, Zhi Cun Tuan Zang rushed in, flustered.

Fearing that if he arrived late Lian Yue would already be betrothed to someone else!

Saying so, he directly grabbed Lian Yue's hand and left.

Everyone present was stunned, not understanding what had happened.

Xuanwo Mizuto quickly recovered, and watching the two's departing silhouettes, his eyes lit up.

No wonder Lian Yue didn't agree; it turns out she already had someone in her heart.

Tuan Cang, that kid, isn't bad either!

"Tuan Cang, why are you pulling me?"

Lian Yue, being pulled away from Senju Clan Land, looked at his back with a puzzled expression.

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang stopped, his back to her, his expression unreadable.

"Tuan Cang?"

After a moment of hesitation, he turned and looked at her with complexity.

"Lian Yue, are you really going to get married…?"

"What are you talking about?"

The girl gently placed the back of her hand on his forehead, "You're not even feverish, why are you spouting nonsense?"

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang felt the soft, cool touch on his brow, his breathing nearly halted, and his face flushed visibly.

They were too close.

Close enough to smell the faint fragrance on the girl.

That scent was exactly the same as during their first embrace years ago.

"You've been busy in the office all the time; have you been eating on schedule?"

Seeing he wasn't feverish, Lian Yue gently withdrew her hand, her voice soft.

"Remember to eat on time, otherwise it's bad for your health."

She heard Xiaochun say that Tuan Cang is often busy handling state affairs, sometimes not having time to eat for an entire day.

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang listened to the girl's concern, feeling warmth inside.

Perhaps he truly needs to muster the courage to express his feelings.

Otherwise, if Lian Yue marries someone else, he would have nowhere to cry.

"Lian Yue, I want to tell you something…"

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