[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-this-water-shadow-is-strong-but-excessively-caut":3,"chapter-this-water-shadow-is-strong-but-excessively-caut-this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-413":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","This Mizukage Is Strong, but Far Too Cautious",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},2194724,3774,"Chapter 413","this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-413",413,"\u003Cp>Therefore, for ninjas whose Ninja Way is protection, the end point is always \"peace.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Peace...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade muttered to herself in confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she first met Mizunuki Ryosuke, Tsunade had also been shocked by his grand ideals and spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now, when everything fell upon her, even for her, such a \"grand\" ideal still seemed somewhat out of reach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, even someone as strong as Uchiha Madara and Senju Hashirama failed on the road to pursuing peace; what virtue or ability did she have to dare to talk about \"peace\" among the chaotic ninjas?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, Tsunade fell into self-doubt.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Tsunade also understood that Mizunuki Ryosuke was right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The end of \"protection\" is indeed peace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The current Leaf is the best example; even if they are powerful, they cannot withstand the siege of the other four major ninja villages.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To protect the Leaf and the people she cares about, the ultimate end is to achieve peace in the ninja world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only under peace can there be no more war, slaughter, and loss brought by death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it is normal for Tsunade to have self-doubt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the granddaughter of Senju Hashirama, she is one of the people in the ninja world who knows Hashirama’s strength best.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If even Senju Hashirama couldn't realize the grand ideal of \"peace,\" then why should she think she could do it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, compared to everything Mizunuki Ryosuke said, Tsunade felt that she, who was confined to the Rain and Fire countries, seemed incomparably narrow and small.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Little Tsunade, my goal is to create true peace for the ninja world.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you willing to be with me and bring true peace to the ninja world?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing that Tsunade had accepted his words, Mizunuki Ryosuke took the opportunity to hold Tsunade’s hand, looking at her with burning eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade’s recognition was an important step for Mizunuki Ryosuke to realize his ideals and could not be lost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Mizunuki Ryosuke’s burning gaze, Tsunade, who had always been known for her strength and decisiveness, actually felt a bit of shrinking in her heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was because Tsunade, who knew the stories of Hashirama and Madara, understood how heavy the seemingly simple word \"peace\" was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can I really do it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade looked confused; at only twenty years old, she clearly did not have the spirit of the Fifth Hokage who had already experienced the storms of life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't forget, you are my, Mizunuki Ryosuke’s, wife.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling Tsunade’s hesitation, Mizunuki Ryosuke decisively encouraged her, his eyes full of encouragement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mm!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mizunuki Ryosuke’s recognition also restored some confidence to Tsunade’s heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade was still young, and there was still fiery blood in her heart; under Mizunuki Ryosuke’s encouragement and guidance, she quickly established a brand-new goal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Tsunade agree, Mizunuki Ryosuke also bloomed with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For this empty and cruel world, the philosophy of a ninja is extremely important; this is what is called the \"Ninja Way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A ninja without a Ninja Way is ultimately just a tool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The change in \"Ninja Way\" also meant that she stood completely in Mizunuki Ryosuke’s camp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If Lord Hashirama knew in the afterlife that you and I could inherit his unfinished cause, he would surely be very pleased.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mizunuki Ryosuke said with a smile, making the fighting spirit burn in Tsunade’s eyes as she heard this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fighting spirit in her heart became more and more high-spirited; under Mizunuki Ryosuke’s guidance, Tsunade also understood one thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just because Senju Hashirama didn't do it doesn't mean she can't.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or rather, precisely because of the failure of her predecessors, as a successor, Tsunade should inherit Senju Hashirama’s ambition and create true peace for the ninja world!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being confined to the Leaf village, one can never realize this ideal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ryosuke, then what should I do?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade looked at Mizunuki Ryosuke with bright eyes, waiting humbly for his guidance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, creating peace is a long process, and she didn't know where to start.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Little Tsunade, whether it is you or me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To create true peace, we all need power.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mizunuki Ryosuke said leisurely, a hint of depth appearing in his eyes again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Little Tsunade, you need power.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It can let you master your own destiny.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You need to become the Hokage!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, a flash of light appeared in Mizunuki Ryosuke’s eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this was also Mizunuki Ryosuke’s greatest expectation for Tsunade; he needed Tsunade to become the Hokage!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can I really become the Hokage?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Mizunuki Ryosuke’s expectant gaze, Tsunade muttered to herself; although there was no confusion in her emerald-green eyes, they were still flickering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Hokage—once upon a time, wasn't that her ideal too?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without a doubt, almost all Leaf ninjas want to become Hokage, and their purposes for becoming Hokage are not the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some are for power and status, some are for profit and strength, and some are for belief and protection...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But what is certain is that the Hokage, who stands above the people of the Land of Fire, is not so easy to become.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Tsunade was no longer confused; she just needed recognition and encouragement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't be afraid, I will help you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You are the most suitable Hokage candidate in my heart.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mizunuki Ryosuke grabbed his lover’s hand and encouraged her sincerely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mm! Thank you, Ryosuke!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will definitely do it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade suddenly smiled; it was this bright smile that even made the galaxy lose its color and stop shining.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Tsunade hadn't realized what Mizunuki Ryosuke meant by \"help\"; she just thought it was something similar to \"spiritual encouragement.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regarding this, Mizunuki Ryosuke clearly didn't intend to clarify; later on, Tsunade would know that Mizunuki Ryosuke’s words were not aimless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mizunuki Ryosuke knew that what maintained him and Tsunade at this moment was no longer just love and promises, but also ideals and paths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This not only moved Mizunuki Ryosuke one step closer to his goal, but was also a sublimation for the relationship and bond between the two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then, please take care of me from now on, Hokage-sama.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mizunuki Ryosuke teased Tsunade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, a flash of coyness crossed Tsunade’s eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You too, my Mizukage-sama.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, she also retorted unceremoniously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two finally looked at each other and smiled; it seemed everything was understood without words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light in the distance brightened bit by bit, and nearly a thousand Leaf ninjas had gathered, ready to set off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of the Leaf commanders, Jiraiya, was in front of the camp, joking and laughing with these ninjas; there was no pressure or heaviness before going to the battlefield among them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regarding this, the other commander, Orochimaru, did not stop it, nor did he blame Jiraiya for destroying the pre-battle atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because Orochimaru understood that after tomorrow, it was unknown how many of these nearly a thousand ninjas would return.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiraiya’s joking was just to relieve the pressure for these ninjas who were about to go through fire and water.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Jiraiya, who was mingling with the ninjas, Orochimaru just shook his head slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even as a commander, everyone has their own way; he didn't need to interfere with Jiraiya’s actions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, with the arrival of a graceful figure, everyone’s eyes were focused on her, and even Jiraiya, who was laughing constantly, restrained himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade walked slowly in front of everyone, her face carrying a confident and high-spirited look, and her complexion looked much better than yesterday.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the radiant Tsunade, a flash of strangeness crossed Orochimaru’s eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His snake told him that Tsunade was not in the camp last night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Orochimaru didn't intend to be nosy and ask too much, because he also had some little secrets, so there was no need to hold onto Tsunade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What’s more, as an old teammate who had cooperated for many years, Orochimaru knew Tsunade very well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't think Tsunade would do anything detrimental to the Leaf at this juncture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, he let Tsunade be.\u003C\u002Fp>",1324,"2026-06-17T05:01:42.922Z","2026-06-17T05:05:39.462Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","dd617baeff645734b5f49a814b39bb9975f657144eb2e6eb5604e33c3ad419a4","this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-414","this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-412",533,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthis-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-cover.jpg"]