Before he mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique, Minato Namikaze was just an ordinary genius compared to Mikoto Uchiha, who had the Sharingan. Moreover, he was several years younger than Mikoto.
It was quite normal for him not to defeat her.
Besides, Minato Namikaze didn't use the Rasengan.
Originally, Haruki planned to wait until Minato learned the Flying Thunder God Technique before going to the battlefield.
But unexpectedly, the situation took a turn for the worse.
The next day, he learned from the Anbu that Sakumo Hatake, the Legend of the White Fang, was injured.
"You're saying that during our battle with Sunagakure, two Jonin from Cloud Hidden Village suddenly showed up out of the blue, with incredible speed and powerful attacks, and even managed to injure Sakumo Hatake, forcing him to retreat?"
After reading the intelligence, Haruki's first reaction was disbelief.
How did Cloud Hidden Village know Sakumo Hatake's whereabouts?
Moreover, the original story didn't mention this incident.
So... could it be his butterfly effect?
Haruki thought for a moment.
Initially, when Hiruzen Sarutobi appointed Sakumo Hatake as the commander and Tanzo Shimura didn't object, Haruki vaguely sensed something was off.
But at that time, Jiraiya was not around, Tsunade refused to join the Medical Team, and Orochimaru didn't go either.
After much thought, it seemed that Sakumo Hatake had the highest strength and reputation.
However, a commander needed wisdom.
If Hiruzen Sarutobi made the appointment, it wasn't the only option.
"Have the identities of the two Jonin from Cloud Hidden Village been identified?"
"These two are burly. When they move, lightning surges. Without a doubt, they are using the Lightning Release Chakra Mode. But to have such a high level of skill and not be the Third Raikage, the Anbu speculate that they might be the next - generation A and Bee combination cultivated by Cloud Hidden Village."
"If it's them, it's not surprising."
Haruki recalled their performance in the original story. Although they were younger at this time, it was quite possible for them to injure Sakumo Hatake by playing dirty and launching a surprise attack.
In martial arts, speed is the key to victory, and this principle still applies in the Naruto world.
The reason Minato Namikaze was called the Golden Flash during the Third Great Ninja War was because of his unparalleled speed.
Those who could defeat him couldn't catch up with him.
Those who couldn't defeat him couldn't escape.
But Sakumo Hatake couldn't die.
If it weren't for Minato Namikaze's sudden rise during the Third Great Ninja War, Konoha would have been defeated long ago.
The main reason was the lack of high - level combat capabilities.
In the vast Konoha, apart from Minato Namikaze, there was no other outstanding powerful ninja.
"I understand. I'll go to the battlefield as soon as possible."
Haruki stood up. After the Anbu left, he asked someone to inform Minato and the other two, but he himself went to the Ninja Academy.
In Tsunade's office.
He quietly appeared behind Tsunade.
"Guess who I am?"
Haruki covered her eyes and said with a smile.
"Besides you, who would play such a childish game?"
Tsunade didn't bother to guess and complained, "Next time, change your voice first."
"Oops, my bad."
Haruki let go of his hands and put them on her shoulders, gently massaging. His eyes accidentally fell on the book on her table.
He was a little surprised: "This is the history I compiled. When did you become interested in this?"
Tsunade squinted her eyes. "Just looking around out of boredom."
"Really just boredom?" Haruki turned her swivel chair to face her directly and looked into her eyes. "Lying isn't what good kids do."
"You're so annoying!" Tsunade glared at him. "I thought of you, so I wanted to have a look. Are you satisfied with this answer?"
Haruki grinned smugly.
In a way, such straightforward words were even more heart - fluttering.
Tsunade raised her eyebrows. That smile was quite abominable. Thinking of this, she flicked his forehead hard.
Haruki immediately put on a mournful face.
"When will you get rid of this bad habit?"
"Why should I?" Tsunade folded her arms and stared at him.
The momentary springy sensation made Haruki's eyelids twitch slightly.
Abyss, oh, abyss.
He glanced at her nonchalantly.
"I think if this goes on, my forehead will get really big, and it'll ruin my good looks."
Tsunade's eye twitched.
What a unreasonable and strange reason.
Holding back the urge to flick him again, she asked, "What do you want from me?"
"Of course, I missed you."
Haruki tried to nestle his head in her arms.
But unfortunately, Tsunade didn't give him the chance and pressed her index finger against his forehead.
Haruki showed an innocent expression. "Is it wrong to miss you?"
"Don't think I don't know what you're up to."
Tsunade gave him a disdainful look. "This is an office. Be serious."
"Isn't it more exciting in the office?"
Haruki blurted out subconsciously. But seeing Tsunade's sinking face, he quickly took a step back. "I'm just joking."
Tsunade straightened her face, crossed her right leg over her left, and her skirt fell down accordingly, exposing her long legs carelessly to the air.
She looked capable and imposing.
"Come on, what did you come for?"
"Nothing much. I'm going to the battlefield. I've brought three students. I just want them to gain some experience."
"I'll go with you," Tsunade said without hesitation.
"What are you doing?"
Haruki stepped forward and pinched her cheek.
"It's just a battlefield with a thousand people. There's no need for the Legendary Sannin like you to go. Besides, I'm a Medical Ninja. Unless all the people in Konoha are dead, it won't be my turn."
Tsunade still looked solemn.
She shot to her feet and wrapped her arms tightly around Haruki.
Feeling the curvy body in his arms, Haruki had no distracting thoughts at all.
This chapter isn't over!
"Don't worry. They call me the Master of Surviving."
"Sounds so bad."
Tsunade was amused by him. She looked up at him and said, "Humph, remember your words. Otherwise..."
Haruki directly kissed her on the lips.
They separated after a long time.
He stroked her chin and said with a smile, "Don't set a Flag before the battle."
Tsunade took a breath. Her cheeks were rosy, and she asked curiously, "What does that mean?"
"Don't many people like to do trash - talking before a fight?"
Haruki made up nonsense. "Generally, those who like to talk nonsense can't win."
"This isn't nonsense!" Tsunade said discontentedly.
"Let me tell you a little secret. Saying sweet words can increase your winning rate. Do you want to give it a try?"
Haruki's eyes darted around, and he said.
"Do you think I'm a fool?" Tsunade raised her hand and flicked his forehead.
"Ouch!"
Haruki gasped in pain, making a small 'contribution' to the so - called 'global warming' (a joking way of saying his sharp inhalation).
One day, he'd get revenge for his forehead.
Humph, with another means!
"When are you leaving?"
"I'll leave soon. Many people are injured, and I have to go."
Haruki gently brushed the hair behind her ear and spoke in a gentle tone.
"So soon?" Tsunade had thought he would leave tomorrow.
"Yeah. After all, we're ninjas. It's hard to shirk our duties as ninjas now."
Haruki smiled. After gazing at her for a moment, he turned and walked towards the door.
"Wait a sec."
Tsunade called out to him.
"What's up?"
Haruki turned his head to look at her. "Is there anything else you want to tell me? But it's better to avoid setting Flags."
Tsunade hesitated for a moment, then trotted up to him. Standing on tiptoe, she leaned close to his ear and whispered softly, "I like you. Wait for your return."
Huh?
Haruki was stunned.
Could this girl really have believed his nonsense?
Did she really think sweet talk could boost the chances of success?
The problem was that her sweet talk was so cheesy!