Hanekawa picked up a document from the table and began reading.
This was information about Hozuki Castle that he had the Anbu investigate after returning from Kirigakure.
Hozuki Castle was a prison built in the Land of Grass, and it was a prison of international significance within the shinobi world.
The Five Great Villages, including Konoha, would occasionally send prisoners there for incarceration.
The warden of Hozuki Castle was a man named Mui, a member of the so-called "Heavenly Prison Clan," and his relationship with Konoha was relatively amicable.
In the original story,Mui, in an attempt to resurrect his son, Muku, used the Box of Ultimate Bliss.
However, what was resurrected was not Muku but a monster named Satori.
In the end, Satori was defeated by Naruto Uzumaki and his team and subsequently sealed away.
Hanekawa raised an eyebrow.
He noticed that Muku was still alive.
Upon reflection, this made sense. Muku was only a few years older than Naruto and his friends.
At this point, he was just a child.
In the original story, it wasn't specified how old Muku was when he died, but based on the visuals, he appeared to be a teenager, at least in his early teens.
The reason Muku died was because Mui forcibly opened the Box of Ultimate Bliss.
The box required an enormous amount of chakra, and it ended up absorbing Muku.
Mui's subsequent remorse led to the events involving Naruto and his team.
"How can I seize the Box of Ultimate Bliss?"
Hanekawa fell into deep thought.
Only with the Box of Ultimate Bliss could he unlock the Mangekyō Sharingan.
He naturally wouldn't miss this opportunity.
However, Mui and the Hidden Grass Village wouldn't easily hand over the Box of Ultimate Bliss.
"Wait!"
Hanekawa realized he was overcomplicating things.
He currently possessed the Three-Tomoe Sharingan. Why not simply control Mui directly?
While Mui was a skilled shinobi, he was only an elite Jonin, nothing particularly extraordinary.
The only thing Hanekawa needed to do was conceal his identity as a Konoha shinobi.
After all, it wouldn't be good if Tsunade found out.
As the Hokage, she had to consider Konoha's reputation.
Hanekawa tapped the table.
Now, there was only one remaining issue.
How to open the Box of Ultimate Bliss.
In the original story, it was opened using Naruto's chakra.
In other words, it required an enormous amount of chakra.
However, Hanekawa couldn't easily bring Kushina Uzumaki along.
Not only was she currently pregnant, but explaining the situation would also be troublesome.
Suddenly, Hanekawa had an idea. He thought of Kazuma.
Kazuma was one of the Twelve Guardian Ninja of the Land of Fire. His belief was that the Land of Fire only needed the Daimyō and didn't need a Hokage.
Because of this belief, he harbored deep resentment toward Konoha.
In the original story, he collected a significant amount of Nine-Tails chakra, which he eventually sealed within his son, Sora, creating a pseudo-jinchūriki.
That timeline was during the Nine-Tails' attack.
It was likely that he collected the chakra during that event.
Hanekawa wasn't sure if Kazuma currently possessed Nine-Tails chakra, but regardless, he decided to send someone to investigate.
"Lord Hanekawa."
Haru knocked and entered, saying, "The Fourth Raikage and the others have been picked up by Mabui and Samui."
"Did they cause any trouble?"
Hanekawa put down the documents and asked.
"No."
Haru shook her head. "They were all very well-behaved."
"They wouldn't dare."
Hanekawa chuckled.
"There's one more thing."
Haru continued. "Mabui said the Fourth Raikage and the others will depart for Kumogakure this afternoon."
"They're afraid we'll go back on our word."
Hanekawa said indifferently. "Ignore them."
"Understood."
Haru bowed slightly and left.
Hanekawa stood up and headed to the Anbu training ground.
With his tasks completed, it was time to train.
For Lightning Release, Wind Release, and Fire Release, he planned to copy the techniques of Anbu members, so he focused on practicing Ice Release ninjutsu.
In the afternoon, Hanekawa visited Shikkotsu Forest.
Although he hadn't made any progress with Sage Mode, he didn't give up.
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The next day arrived.
Samui woke up early.
She opened her wardrobe and took out the red qipao she had bought earlier.
Samui hesitated for a few seconds but didn't change into it.
She had promised Mabui to help set up the mission hall.
Konoha had assigned them a building, but it couldn't be used as a mission hall without modifications.
"Samui, you seem distracted. Is something wrong?"
Mabui noticed Samui zoning out several times throughout the morning and couldn't help but ask.
"I'm fine."
Samui shook her head.
"Are you sure?"
Mabui asked with concern.
"I'm just a bit tired."
Samui suddenly had an idea. "I'd like to rest this afternoon."
"Your health comes first."
Mabui nodded. "Take a good rest."
"I know."
Samui suppressed her eagerness and returned to her room.
She opened the door and saw Hanekawa.
He was sitting at the table, reading a ninjutsu scroll.
"Lord Hanekawa."
Samui quickly approached and bowed deeply. "I'm late. I apologize!"
"It's fine."
Hanekawa glanced at her ample figure. "I just arrived."
"I'll change into the qipao and go out with you."
Samui instinctively walked to the wardrobe but froze as soon as she reached out.
Hanekawa was in the room. How was she supposed to change?
Should she ask him to leave?
But what if it upset him?
"I won't look."
Hanekawa stood up, walked to the window, and turned his back to her.
Samui glanced at him, hesitated for a few seconds, and then took out the qipao.
She turned her back to Hanekawa, removed her clothes, revealing her snow-white skin.
Samui didn't dare look at him and changed into the qipao as quickly as possible.
She let out a sigh of relief, her face flushed. "Lord Hanekawa, I've changed."
Hanekawa turned around and couldn't help but be impressed.
Samui was wearing a red, high-slit qipao.
Black and gold straps crossed tightly at her neck, supporting her ample chest.
The qipao hugged her waist and split at the thighs, revealing a pair of long, fair legs.
Samui stood there, a mix of shyness and forced composure, adding a touch of stubbornness and sensuality.
"You look stunning."
Hanekawa couldn't help but compliment her.
"Thank you."
Samui said softly.
"It's a shame we can't go out like this."
Hanekawa stroked his chin and smiled. "Such a beautiful sight should be for my eyes only."
Samui's heart trembled at his words.
But for some reason, she also felt a sense of joy.
"I know a place we can go where there won't be any outsiders."
Hanekawa thought of the Hokage Rock and smiled. "Can you leave now?"
"I told Mabui I'd rest this afternoon."
Samui explained.
"Then let's go."
Hanekawa extended his hand.
Samui pursed her lips and took his hand.
Flying Thunder God Technique!
The two appeared on the hillside behind the Hokage Rock.
Samui steadied herself and looked around.
As Hanekawa had said, the area was quiet, with no one else in sight.
"After my teacher became Hokage, the area around the Hokage Rock was restricted. Only craftsmen are allowed to carve the cliff."
Hanekawa held her hand as they walked through the forest, casually explaining.
"I see."
Samui lowered her head, feeling her hand sweating slightly in his grasp.
"Are you nervous?"
Hanekawa glanced at her.
"No... well, a little."
Samui hesitated but decided to be honest.
"Relax, I won't eat you."
Hanekawa chuckled. "By the way, in your eyes, am I an enemy?"
"No."
Samui quickly shook her head.
"No?"
Hanekawa raised an eyebrow. "I defeated your village and captured the Raikage."
"We were outmatched."
Samui paused for a few seconds. "If we had won, Konoha wouldn't have fared any better."
"You're quite straightforward."
Hanekawa was surprised by her answer.
But it was true—victors write history.
"How long will you stay in Konoha?"
Hanekawa held her hand as they continued walking.
The Hokage Rock wasn't just a simple rock but a cliff protruding from a mountain range.
Following the forest path led to the Forest of Death.
Continuing further north would take them to the Valley of the End, where Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha had their legendary battle.
"Three months per rotation."
Samui replied.
Hanekawa wasn't surprised.
Kumogakure wouldn't let Samui stay in Konoha forever. Rotations were normal.
"I... I don't have to rotate."
Samui suddenly mustered her courage.
Hanekawa turned to look at her, puzzled.
His intentions were simple—he was attracted to Samui's body.
But what were Samui's intentions?
"What... what's wrong?"
Samui grew nervous under his gaze.
"Have you had lunch?"
Hanekawa didn't answer directly but instead asked.
"No."
Samui was taken aback but answered honestly.
"Good. I brought lunch."
Hanekawa closed his eyes and used his Mind's Eye. "Follow me."
He led Samui to a cliffside.
The cliff wasn't high, only about five or six meters, with a river flowing below.
Hanekawa spread a blanket on the ground.
Samui gently pressed her hips down and sat on the blanket, her legs together.
Once Hanekawa sat down, she reached out and took his hand.
"...?"
Hanekawa was surprised.
Samui's eyelashes fluttered, her mature body fidgeting nervously.
Hanekawa couldn't help but smile and playfully held her hand.
It was soft and smooth, like fine jade.
Samui instinctively bit her lip, showing a look of restraint.
"Samui."
Hanekawa called softly.
Samui's body trembled, and she looked up.
"Let's eat."
Hanekawa swallowed and let go of her hand, handing her a lunchbox.
"Th... thank you."
Samui took the lunchbox, took a deep breath, and calmed down.
She opened the box and was greeted by a faint aroma.
To her surprise, the lunchbox was still warm.
It must have been prepared recently.
Samui picked up a sushi roll and took a bite. She was amazed.
It was delicious.
"Did you make this?"
Samui couldn't help but ask.
"Yes."
Hanekawa blinked. "I made it casually in my free time."
Samui was speechless.
This was casually made?
She had never tasted sushi this good.
Samui silently ate the sushi, thinking to herself how nice it would be if Hanekawa hadn't been sent to Konoha.
If he had stayed in Kumogakure, they might have become teammates, or even... Her face flushed, and she lowered her head.
Samui recalled their first meeting long ago.
Hanekawa had defeated her but generously gave her pointers on her swordsmanship.
After that, she kept hearing about his incredible feats.
Now, Kumogakure had been defeated, and she was a prisoner.
Samui wasn't sure what her feelings for Hanekawa were.
"Try the chicken cutlet."
Hanekawa picked up a piece of chicken and brought it to her lips.
"Thank you."
Samui opened her red lips, bit into the chicken, and used her tongue to guide it into her mouth.
Her eyes narrowed in delight. It was as delicious as the sushi.
If she could eat like this often, it would be a joy.
"Um... would you like some?"
Samui picked up a sushi roll and offered it to him.
"Thank you."
Hanekawa took the sushi.
"You made the lunchbox."
Samui said shyly. "No need to thank me."
The two chatted as they ate.
About ten minutes later, the lunchboxes were empty.
"By the way, you forgot something."
Hanekawa reached out and gently touched Samui's soft cheek.
"Wh... what?"
Samui's heart skipped a beat.
Hanekawa withdrew his hand, grabbed her ankle, and removed her shoe, revealing her fair, delicate foot.
He held her bare foot and said, "You forgot to wear black stockings."
Samui's breath hitched.
She had indeed forgotten.
When she changed earlier, because Hanekawa was in the room, she had rushed and forgotten the stockings, only putting on the qipao.
"Where are the stockings?"
Hanekawa rubbed her foot. "I'll help you put them on."
Samui's heart raced, and her face flushed.
But she didn't refuse and took out a pair of black stockings.
Hanekawa stretched the stocking open and slid it over Samui's toes, up her fair skin, and onto her thigh.
Her fair legs were now clad in black stockings.
Hanekawa took the other stocking and slid it onto her left leg.
He gently stroked her black-stockinged thighs, feeling their smoothness and softness.
Samui's body tensed, her toes curling, but she didn't resist, letting him do as he pleased.
"How does it feel? Any discomfort?"
Hanekawa moved his hand down and held her stockinged foot.
"N... no."
Samui shook her head, her face flushed.
"I feel like black stockings don't pair well with a qipao. They'd go better with a secretary's uniform."
Hanekawa looked her up and down and smiled. "When I become Raikage, you'll be my secretary."
"Raikage?"
Samui was stunned. "Aren't you going to be Hokage?"
"Who says I can't be both?"
Hanekawa rubbed her soft thigh.
Samui's breathing quickened, and she instinctively pressed her legs together.
"Would you like that?"
Hanekawa's hand was caught between her stockinged legs as he smiled.
"Y... yes..."
Samui bit her red lips and nodded slightly.
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