Chapter 275: Bloodline

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After a long embrace, Shishou gently pushed Mei Terumi away and smiled:

"Don't mess around, I'm here for serious business."

Two years had passed, and Mei Terumi had successfully mastered the authentic Sage Jutsu from the Shikkotsu Forest and could enter Sage Mode.

Now, like Tsunade, she continued her training, striving to master Sage Jutsu to compete with those who possessed the power of the Six Paths.

Shishou came to find her this time to ask her to prepare for something. In a few days, they would go to Ryuchi Cave together—

To kill a sage!

Mei Terumi wrapped her arms around Shishou's neck and laughed, "Isn't this the proper business between a husband and wife?"

With that, she jumped onto Shishou, wrapping her legs around him and continuing to kiss him.

Shishou, focused on his Sage Jutsu training, always visited her in a hurry, so Mei Terumi naturally wouldn't let go of this opportunity.

Seeing Mei Terumi's actions, Shishou knew that if he didn't address her needs, she wouldn't be in the mood to listen to him. He decided to give her the attention she sought.

The two shared a passionate moment, their bond deepening with every touch and kiss. Shishou's hands gently traced the contours of Mei's face, then moved to her shoulders, pulling her closer. They kissed deeply, savoring the closeness they both had missed.

Mei's fingers threaded through Shishou's hair as she whispered his name softly, each word carrying her longing and affection. Shishou responded with equal intensity, his lips traveling from her mouth to her neck, leaving a trail of warmth and tenderness.

Time seemed to stand still as they lost themselves in each other's presence, the outside world fading away. Their connection grew stronger, built on trust, love, and shared dreams.

Eventually, the intensity of their emotions gave way to a serene calm. They found themselves in the bathroom, where the warm water provided a soothing backdrop to their affectionate exchange.

After the storm had passed,

Shishou lay in the bathtub, with Mei Terumi lying on top of him.

"Shishou, do you really not want children now?"

Mei Terumi, her long hair tied up like a wife, traced circles on Shishou's chest with her slender fingers.

Master Yagura had urged her many times, but this wasn't something she could decide alone...

Hearing this, Shishou lifted Mei Terumi's chin and smiled:

"The ninja world values bloodlines. Only when our bodies further ascend can our offspring have stronger potential and abilities."

"You wouldn't want our child to fall behind from the start, would you?"

In the ninja world, power was often determined by one's lineage. Years of hard training couldn't compare to those born with strong bloodlines.

A decade of rigorous training and sacrificing one's life to open the Eight Gates couldn't match someone whose father simply bestowed them with the power of the Six Paths.

So, until Shishou completely upgraded his body to attain the power of all bloodlines and achieve immortality, he wouldn't consider having children.

Moreover, having children would distract him from his current tasks.

Hearing Shishou's explanation, Mei Terumi fell silent.

As the Mizukage of the Mist Village, possessing both Boil and Lava Releases, she understood the difference between having powerful bloodlines and not.

Thinking about the Senju bloodline in that woman from Konoha, originating from the Sage of the Six Paths, made her even more silent.

She didn't want their future child to be outdone by others.

"When will our bloodlines ascend?" Mei Terumi asked uncertainly.

If Shishou hadn't mentioned it, she would never have believed that one could upgrade their bloodline power.

Shishou kissed Mei Terumi and encouraged her:

"As long as you continue training in Sage Jutsu and achieve longevity like the Great Katsuyu, your Sage bloodline might be passed on to our child."

"So, you need to keep working hard."

According to the Great Katsuyu, achieving Sage Mode was just the initial mastery of Sage Jutsu.

To attain longevity, one must continue training, always be filled with natural energy, and merge with it.

Only then could one extend their lifespan and become a true sage, living long in the world.

Otherwise, they would fade away in the river of time, like Senju Hashirama.

"Yes, I'll work hard."

Mei Terumi affirmed.

Then, she added with some distress:

"But there's so much going on in the Mist Village, I barely have time to go to Shikkotsu Forest."

"I envy that woman from Konoha!"

While natural energy was everywhere in the ninja world, the Three Great Sage Regions were more suitable for training.

Due to the threat of the Six Paths Nagato, Tsunade continued her Sage Jutsu training in the past two years to help Shishou as soon as possible.

And Tsunade, not having to manage Konoha's affairs, could stay in Shikkotsu Forest for long periods, making Mei Terumi envious.

Shishou chuckled, "Just continue being an absentee leader."

Then he added:

"In a few days, I'm going to Ryuchi Cave. You should come with me."

Mei Terumi was taken aback, then smiled:

"You're finally planning to kill that white snake?"

She had known about Shishou's plan since she could enter Sage Mode.

Shishou squeezed Mei Terumi and laughed:

"Little Katsuyu said that the Sage Jutsu of the Three Great Sage Regions are different and each has its strengths."

"So I want to master all the Sage Jutsu from the Three Great Sage Regions. That way, you can learn more Sage Jutsu too."

"I'll help you," Mei Terumi said seductively, then slid into the water.

Another storm ensued.

...

Late at night.

In Konoha.

In the basement of Shishou's house.

After taming the little vixen in the Mist Village, Shishou returned home.

Yawning, he was ready to go to bed.

"Hmm?"

Entering the living room, Shishou sensed something and frowned, walking to the door.

Clatter

The wooden door opened.

Shishou saw Hinata sitting on the steps outside his house, staring blankly at the moon.

"Hinata?"

Shishou said in surprise.

He hadn't expected Hinata to come looking for him at this hour.

Looking around, Shishou didn't see any Hyuga clan members nearby, which made him frown.

"Shishou."

Seeing that Shishou had found her, Hinata blushed.

"What's wrong?" Shishou sat next to Hinata and asked.

He had personally escorted Hinata home after dinner at Ino's house this afternoon.

But seeing her school bag beside her, it seemed she hadn't gone home after he left.

Hinata lowered her head, feeling a bit down, and said:

"Aunt Yuka had a son yesterday."

"Father is very happy."

Hyuga Yuka was Hiashi Hyuga's new wife, Hinata and Hanabi's stepmother.

After sending Hyuga Rimei away, the Hyuga clan elders arranged a new marriage for Hiashi to compensate him and to have someone manage the clan's internal affairs.

Because of this, Hinata and Hanabi's positions in the clan became awkward.

Now that Hiashi had a son, the future head of the Hyuga clan would likely be this newborn brother.

This made Hinata and Hanabi's positions even more awkward.

"I see," Shishou said, not sure what to say.

After a long silence, Shishou asked:

"Are you unhappy because of this?"

Hinata shook her head, "No."

"Really?"

"Okay, maybe a little."

"What do you want to do?"

"I want to grow up quickly and leave the Hyuga clan."

"Why?"

"Because my mom said the Hyuga main family are all parasites and cowards."

"Then you should study medical ninjutsu hard."

"Yes."

"Are you hungry?"

"...A little."

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