Chapter 458: Asking the world, what is love?

By the time Mizunuki Ryosuke regained his senses, Tsunade had already fallen into a deep sleep.

"Huu."

Tsunade let out an even rhythm of breathing; with each breath, her full bosom rose and fell slightly.

Looking at Tsunade’s sleeping face—which appeared somewhat exhausted yet exceptionally content—Mizunuki Ryosuke couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache.

Seeing that Tsunade had fallen asleep, Ryosuke had no intention of disturbing her. He sat down with extremely gentle movements, allowing Tsunade to lean against his chest so she could sleep more comfortably.

Afterward, he remained still, doing so only to ensure the person in his arms could rest well.

For a long time.

What in this world could be more pleasant than a peaceful sleep after a great battle?

Tsunade slept very soundly this time.

After an unknown amount of time, Tsunade’s brows twitched slightly.

A moment later, Tsunade slowly opened her eyes; her half-lidded, beautiful eyes still held a hint of lingering sleepiness.

Of course, this slightly lazy and weary expression still carried an undeniable charm.

Having just awakened, Tsunade was still in a hazy, chaotic state, clearly not yet grasping what had happened.

"Good morning, Xiao Gang."

A gentle voice entered Tsunade’s ears. Tsunade opened her hazy, beautiful eyes fully, and then a handsome face with a gentle smile came into view.

As her consciousness gradually recovered, Tsunade recalled everything.

It was already late morning, with the sun soon to reach its zenith in the sky. Above their heads, a massive ice canopy shielded them from the sunlight.

This was something Mizunuki Ryosuke had summoned to provide shade so that Tsunade could sleep peacefully.

To be able to sleep nestled against Mizunuki Ryosuke, to see his profile the moment she opened her eyes, and to hear him wish her a good morning.

Waves of warmth flowed through Tsunade’s heart; the scene before her seemed to have existed only in her fantasies.

"Good morning, Ryosuke."

Tsunade replied to Mizunuki Ryosuke in a lazy voice; this appearance of having just woken from a spring slumber carried an indescribable allure.

Tsunade did not continue to indulge in this warm atmosphere, because she suddenly realized one thing.

The time was approaching noon, and Konoha, having just experienced a great battle last night, still had many matters that required her attention.

Thinking of this, Tsunade was suddenly startled, a flash of panic crossing her eyes.

Especially today at noon, there would be a new discussion within Konoha to summarize the battle situation. With the sun already high, she feared she would not make it back to the Konoha camp in time.

In other words—she was going to be late.

Immediately, Tsunade rose from Mizunuki Ryosuke’s arms in a panic, tidying her somewhat disheveled hair.

"What’s wrong, Xiao Gang?"

Ryosuke asked, looking at the flustered Tsunade, his eyes carrying a hint of inquiry.

"Ah, it’s all your fault, Ryosuke!"

"Why didn't you wake me up? Now I’m going to be late!"

Hearing this, Mizunuki Ryosuke instantly understood why Tsunade was acting this way.

Tsunade pouted coquettishly, which for a fleeting moment gave Mizunuki Ryosuke the feeling of returning to the mundane life of his past existence, where a girlfriend who overslept for work would complain about why he hadn't woken her up earlier.

It was hard to imagine such a display of coquetry coming from the cold, noble Tsunade.

Regarding Tsunade’s complaints, Mizunuki Ryosuke felt not the slightest displeasure; instead, his heart softened, and he felt a sense of being unable to laugh or cry.

"I saw you sleeping so peacefully just now and couldn't bear to wake you."

"Don't worry, Xiao Gang."

Mizunuki Ryosuke soothed Tsunade’s emotions, saying with a smile.

"Mm, you have a way, don't you, Ryosuke?"

Tsunade’s heart softened first, and then a sharp glint flashed in her beautiful eyes. In Tsunade’s heart, Mizunuki Ryosuke had long since reached the level of being "omnipotent."

Because whenever Tsunade was at her wit's end, Mizunuki Ryosuke could always come up with a solution that satisfied her. Over time, Tsunade had developed a habit of relying on Mizunuki Ryosuke.

Hearing Mizunuki Ryosuke say this, Tsunade subconsciously chose to seek his help.

"No, what I mean is..."

"Since you are already going to be late, panicking is useless."

Mizunuki Ryosuke said with a smile, his expression toward Tsunade carrying a hint of teasing.

"..."

I really give up on you, you old fox!

Tsunade gave Mizunuki Ryosuke an annoyed eye-roll.

But upon second thought, what Mizunuki Ryosuke said had some twisted logic; since being late was inevitable, there was no point in rushing.

Thus, Tsunade turned and came before Mizunuki Ryosuke, staring at him, her clear, emerald-green eyes fixed tightly on his face.

"Don't you have anything you want to say to me?"

She asked Mizunuki Ryosuke softly, her eyes, clear as amber, not flickering in the slightest.

Mizunuki Ryosuke naturally knew what Tsunade was asking about...

And since he had already made up his mind yesterday to confess part of his plan to Tsunade, he now had no reason to continue hiding it from her.

"Xiao Gang, regarding what happened yesterday..."

Mizunuki Ryosuke had just begun to speak, but who would have thought that a warm, slender finger would block his lips.

Mizunuki Ryosuke looked at Tsunade with surprised eyes, his expression extremely puzzled.

But when he saw the hint of playfulness in Tsunade’s eyes, he suddenly realized what was happening and revealed an expression that was both exasperated and amused.

Clearly, Tsunade had just been teasing him; she no longer cared about what it was that Mizunuki Ryosuke had been hiding from her.

Mizunuki Ryosuke slowly took the small hand that was blocking his mouth into his own, feeling the warm, soft sensation, and for a moment, he couldn't help but feel a tickle in his heart.

"Alright, you, daring to tease me."

Mizunuki Ryosuke said, feigning annoyance.

At this moment, he was no longer the Fourth Mizukage plotting behind the scenes of the ninja world; he was just an ordinary man being teased by his girlfriend.

"Pfft!"

Seeing Mizunuki Ryosuke, who usually carried an air of being detached from worldly affairs, reveal such an expression, Tsunade knew her teasing plan had been a great success and burst into laughter.