65.Gambler

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Let's not even talk about Tsunade, that woman who's so stubborn and stuck in her ways, it's hard to convince her.

Secondly, even if Kazuki uses his silver tongue to persuade her, what good will it do?

If Tsunade really steps in to mediate, it could make a big difference. Saying she could pull the Uchiha back from the brink of the abyss wouldn't be an exaggeration.

But here's the problem.

After Tsunade leaves, patting herself on the back, and goes back to her wandering life, what about the Uchiha?

It's clear as day that once Tsunade leaves, the Third Hokage and the others will continue their usual operations. If they're targeting the Uchiha, they'll keep doing so.

All the brainstorming and effort will only result in wasted effort in the end.

That's why, even though Kazuki is eager, he's not wavering in his thoughts.

"What, you scared?"

Kazuki remains unmoved, shakes his head, and continues eating his meal. Tsunade raises an eyebrow, continuing to provoke:

"Aren't you Uchiha Kazuki, the one who would do anything for his clan? Now you're backing down?"

"I just don't see the point."

Looks like this meal is going uneaten. Kazuki sets down his chopsticks, looks Tsunade in the eye, full of challenge, and says frankly:

"Even if I persuade you, what then? You return to the village, handle the Daimyo's affairs, give the Uchiha a hand, ease their relationship with the village."

"And then what?"

"Don't think I'm fearmongering. I'm not targeting anyone. As you know, our Hokage and Danzo have never given up targeting the Uchiha. It's been decades, and if it could have been improved, it wouldn't have dragged on until today."

This kid isn't so easily provoked.

Jiraiya looks at Tsunade with a helpless expression.

If Tsunade steps in, it can only temporarily ease the situation. Once she leaves, things will go back to the way they were.

Unless Tsunade stays in Konoha.

But... is that possible?

Since it's not possible, why waste energy and effort?

"So, you're not interested?"

Just now full of provocation, Tsunade suddenly loses interest.

"No, I'm not interested."

Kazuki replies calmly:

"Unless there's a change in conditions, like you becoming the Fifth Hokage or killing Danzo. Either one would work"

Provocation?

I can play that game too.

Come on, let's see if Tsunade dares to accept. If she does, I'll go into action. If not, she can keep drinking her sake.

"..."

You really dare say that!

Me, the Fifth Hokage?

Or killing Danzo?

Tsunade is stunned.

Jiraiya coughs a bit, his face reddening, and even Shizune is dumbfounded, unable to believe this handsome and somewhat likable junior has such crazy ideas.

If Tsunade becomes the Fifth Hokage, her promise would naturally be upheld.

Or if Danzo dies.

As long as that snake dies, even if the Uchiha are still targeted, as long as they don't revolt, they can live well in Konoha.

Kazuki pays no mind to everyone's shocked looks and continues:

"Although the Uchiha are targeted, it's just targeting. Danzo is different; he's always harbored a crazy idea to eliminate the Uchiha."

"So now, Tsunade-hime, are you willing to give me a promise?"

"..."

Fuck!

I can promise to handle the problem, but that doesn't mean I want to become the Fifth Hokage for the village or that I can kill Danzo.

The provocation backfired so quickly.

Tsunade gives Kazuki a few big eye rolls and doesn't even bother to respond.

Kazuki sighs and, with a hint of disappointment in his tone, says:

"After all, in this world, you can't trust a woman's or a gambler's words."

"Crash!!!"

The table shatters as Tsunade explodes in anger. Her clothes are almost bursting at the seams from the fury, torn apart, and she glares angrily at Kazuki, shouting:

"You damn brat, what did you say? You can't trust a woman's or a gambler's words?"

"I was just saying, don't mind me. Please, don't mind me."

Kazuki shrugs his shoulders, ready to leave.

After provoking and then leaving, this feeling is damn exhilarating.

"Don't you dare leave!"

Kazuki tries to leave, but Tsunade won't have it:

"Uchiha Kazuki, you better make yourself clear to me."

Kazuki stops in his tracks, turns around, and waves his finger at the enraged Tsunade:

"What's the point of making myself clear? Jiraiya himself can't even promise, and you... you've given a promise that's no promise at all. Do you need me to be even clearer?"

Damn, so frustrated!!!

Tsunade almost couldn't resist punching Kazuki, feeling a surge of shame and anger.

"Even if I return to the village, I can't make the old man retire. Your promise is impossible to fulfill!"

"Are you saying that if I can persuade you, you'll stay in the village and aim to become the Fifth Hokage?"

"Heh heh~~~"

Setting a trap indeed, Tsunade laughs out of frustration:

"After all this talk, isn't it just about keeping me in the village to ensure the Uchiha aren't targeted anymore? Kid, I see through you. Since you dare to gamble, come on then. If you can persuade me, I'll admit you're good."

Becoming the Fifth Hokage?

Tsunade doesn't have that thought. If she did, after the Third Shinobi World War, there would be no issues with Minato or Orochimaru.

Tsunade would be willing to become Hokage, and the Third Hokage would definitely support her.

Sometimes, on closer inspection, you'll find that the Third Hokage is quite contradictory. He values power in his hands but also puts the village first.

Of course, it's also possible that under too much pressure, he eventually had to choose to let Minato take over, as a transition, thus sidelining Orochimaru.

There are various reasons for supporting Minato simply because he can sideline Orochimaru, not because people with dark hearts can't become Hokage. Orochimaru has done plenty of shady things, and which Hokage has been clean?

Even the Kazekage of the Hidden Sand, Tsuchikage of the Hidden Stone, Mizukage of the Hidden Mist, and Raikage of the Hidden Cloud, who can guarantee they are clean?

Each one has walked through conspiracies and bloodshed.

The promise of becoming the Fifth Hokage is unrealistic. Tsunade's bottom line is staying in Konoha, ensuring the Uchiha's relationship with the village doesn't drift toward danger.

Great!

Tsunade doesn't have the idea of becoming the Fifth Hokage, but being able to stay in the village, along with the promise she gave, is already a major concession.

This deal is worth a shot, but first, he has to convince this woman who's currently raging.

Kazuki organizes his thoughts, raises his hand, and gestures:

"Although it's a bit unfair, I have to say, Tsunade-hime, as a criminal of the Senju clan and an unfilial daughter, how dare you roam around the Shinobi world?"

"!!!"