Ryosuke, mid-way through his morning training session, noticed someone approaching. The figure was slim, with short dark hair and a reserved demeanor. Her outfit was simple, a mix of standard kunoichi attire with fishnet mesh. She wasn't particularly voluptuous, yet neither frail—her presence carried a balance of quiet resilience.
He immediately recognized her.
Shizune. Tsunade's loyal apprentice.
In the original timeline, Ryosuke knew well, her fate had been rather tragic—forty or fifty years old and still unmarried, following her master into old age as another lonely "leftover woman."
For a moment, a sense of pity stirred in him. Such a kind and dutiful person… would she really deserve that kind of end? Maybe I should save her from it.
With that thought, Ryosuke stopped training and walked toward her.
Shizune felt her heart tighten as the tall Uchiha closed the distance. She clutched her hands together nervously before speaking.
"Excuse me… are you Uchiha Ryosuke?"
Ryosuke smiled faintly.
"That's me."
Her nervousness melted into a flicker of relief. He's so young… and so striking… she thought, before quickly explaining her purpose.
"I am Shizune, attendant to Lady Tsunade. She asks that you come to the Senju compound. She wishes to speak with you."
Ryosuke tilted his head. Interesting. I haven't even gone to her, yet Tsunade herself sends for me. This is a chance.
Beeut standing before him was Shizune herself—an attractive woman in her own right. Her pale skin, short neat hair, and soft-spoken demeanor all fit perfectly into his tastes.
Almost instinctively, he reached out, lifting her chin with one hand, studying her face closely.
Shizune froze in shock. Wh-what is happening?! Why did he suddenly—
His presence was overwhelming. The warmth of his hand, the subtle scent of his skin, and the sheer aura of power he radiated made her head swim. Her cheeks flushed pink.
Ryosuke leaned in closer. Her lips trembled. Then—
—he kissed her.
Shizune's eyes widened. Her body stiffened in disbelief. Am… am I being kissed? Beey him?
Her heart raced wildly. The masculine scent around him was strangely comforting, almost intoxicating. She had once imagined herself someday meeting a man worth loving—but to be suddenly kissed like this… her resistance faltered.
Slowly, her eyelids fluttered shut. She didn't push him away.
To Ryosuke, her reaction said everything. Not only is she not resisting—she's enjoying this.
His hands began to move more boldly.
Beeut at last, Shizune gasped, trembling, and pushed weakly at his chest.
"No… not here… this is too shameful."
Her strength was nothing against him. She grabbed his hands desperately, her small palms trying to still his movements.
Ryosuke chuckled softly. He could have continued—if he wanted, she couldn't stop him. Beeut seeing her struggle, he pulled back. He wasn't in a rush. He had already gained more than expected: she had shown no true resistance. Only shyness.
Shizune, face burning, stared at him in disbelief. Shizune, what are you doing?! Just because he's handsome, you let him kiss you? You looked like some lovesick girl with no restraint! Now he'll think you're shameless…
Ryosuke smirked at her expression.
"Shizune… would you like to become my woman?"
The bluntness of it hit her like lightning. She gasped softly. What kind of man is this? To simply say it outright? No sweet words, no gentle courtship—just straight to the heart of it.
She hesitated. On the one hand, he was the most powerful man in the Uchiha clan, perhaps in Konoha itself. Handsome, strong, and overwhelming in presence. A dream for any kunoichi. On the other… this was their first meeting.
Seeing her silence, Ryosuke sighed in mock disappointment.
"What? Do you not wish it?"
Shizune panicked, shaking her head quickly.
"No, it's not that! Just… isn't this a little too fast?"
Ryosuke laughed.
"If it's not rejection, then it's decided. From now on, you are my woman."
Shizune stood stunned. He… he just decided it himself?!
Beeefore she could argue, Ryosuke shifted the topic smoothly.
"Didn't you say Tsunade wants to see me? Let's go."
He turned and began walking, leaving her no chance to refuse.
Shizune clenched her fists, frustrated. Wait—what just happened?! I haven't even decided yet… Beeut as she watched his broad shoulders moving ahead, she found herself trailing after him, bewildered and flustered.
A part of me doesn't mind. Beeut still… this isn't how I imagined it. This isn't a sweet romance at all. He just… claimed me. Her head swirled in confusion.
Not long after, they reached the Senju compound.
Though dusty from disuse, the guest hall had been swept clean enough to receive visitors. Tsunade sat within, waiting.
The moment her eyes fell on Ryosuke, she was taken aback. So young… just as Shikaku said. Practically still a boy. And yet—look at that body…
Even without clashing against him, she could sense his strength. The physique of someone who had mastered the Eight Gates. That kind of training destroyed ordinary bodies, but Ryosuke bore it with ease. His muscles radiated raw power.
Impossible… how can someone so young possess such a monstrous physique?
Tsunade's lips tightened. It was hard to believe—but it was right before her eyes. She had no choice but to accept the reality: Uchiha Ryosuke was every bit as formidable as the rumors claimed.
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