Naruto: This Uchiha is too innocent.

Uchiha Sora knew that many small slugs were derived from the decomposition of a large slug, meaning that slugs could share sensory abilities with each other.

Therefore, even though Tsunade was hiding in the cave, she could still get information about the outside world through slugs, which is why she was not found even though she was seriously injured for a whole day and night.

Now that Tsunade said someone was approaching, he didn't doubt it and lowered his voice, asking in a deep tone, "How many?"

"One of them is very strong; the slug can only observe from a distance and cannot get close."

After saying that, Tsunade added, "He came in using the exact same route as you."

Uchiha Sora's expression was somewhat grim. The route taken by this person was exactly the same as his, which meant that this person was very likely following him without his knowledge.

"Damn it, this person can track me without me noticing. This person's strength is above mine," he thought silently.

At that moment, he suddenly remembered that the system had said Tsunade would be in danger, but when he arrived, Tsunade was perfectly fine, and the poison didn't seem to be serious.

Is it possible that this uninvited guest is the source of danger mentioned by the system?

The more Uchiha Sora thought about it, the more likely this possibility seemed.

After a moment's thought, he put down the sword case hanging on his shoulder, took out the Kusanagi sword, and also took some shuriken, kunai and explosive tags, hiding them in his sleeves, the inner layer of his clothes, and the cuffs of his trousers for easy access.

"I'll go check," Uchiha Sora said to Tsunade.

Tsunade narrowed her eyes and decisively rejected the idea, "No, it's too dangerous. His strength is above yours."

Uchiha Sora smiled faintly, "This mission is to rescue you, and I can't let any danger get close to you."

"That's an order," Tsunade said in a deep voice.

Little sister, you'll only be qualified to order me around when you become the Fifth Hokage!

Uchiha Sora suddenly leaned close to Tsunade; at this distance, Tsunade's amber pupils were clearly visible.

It must be said that Tsunade is very beautiful. The war did not diminish her beauty, not to mention her exaggerated figure, which added to her endless allure. Apart from her fiery temper, she is truly every man's dream girl.

No wonder that old lecher Jiraiya, who had slept with countless women, always cared most about Tsunade.

"I'm an Anbu member, and I only obey the Hokage and the captain. Tsunade-neechan, you have no right to order me around~" The words could be described as somewhat ambiguous, but the sharp eyes revealed beneath the fox mask represented a resolute refusal!

Tsunade stared blankly at the little brat in front of her, feeling that he had suddenly become incredibly mature. She opened her mouth, sighed, and then took a slug from the depths of her chest.

"Take it with you." Without giving Uchiha Sora a chance to refuse, she placed the slug directly on his shoulder.

Uchiha Sora paused, glancing sideways at the little slug. The little creature was quite affectionate towards him, pressing itself against his face. Up close, it seemed to emit a faint milky scent.

Smacking his lips, Uchiha Sora thought that Tsunade was truly gifted, and that a certain "Kotoamatsukura" could never compare to her in her entire life.

"Relax, I'm not an idiot. If you dare to go alone, then you must be confident you can escape. If you can't hold them off, I'll abandon you and run for my life. But you, the famous Sannin of Konoha, don't die in this little village."

Uchiha Sora chuckled softly, the chakra in his hand vanished silently, and his figure was instantly swallowed by darkness...

Tsunade lowered her eyes. For some reason, this little brat who had appeared seemed to suit her temperament, and she had developed some kind of affection for him.

Of course, this feeling isn't romantic love; she's not so desperate as to be interested in little kids. She just... suddenly wants a little brother.

After a long silence, a faint, eerie green light appeared in the darkness. With the replenishment from the soldier's rations, she recovered some chakra and used the Palm Healing Technique in conjunction with the slug to silently heal her injuries.

……

Uchiha Sora lowered his pace and headed back the way he came. He was very worried because the cave was so deep and there was no light source at all. If he used chakra to illuminate his surroundings, he might be detected by his opponent. So he was now walking in complete darkness.

He desperately wanted to have Byakugan, which would grant him night vision. Unfortunately, he wasn't from the Hyuga clan; he hadn't even developed the Sharingan, let alone the Byakugan.

He thought, life has been going too smoothly, when will I be able to awaken my Sharingan if things continue like this?

Little did he know that the day his long-awaited awakening finally arrived would bring him unbearable grief.

Of course, our Uchiha Sora is living a good life now; the cruelty of war has not had much of an impact on him.

After groping around in the dark for a long time, he could feel the bats on the walls staring intently at him.

He thought this was a terrible feeling, a creepy feeling.

Da da da……

Cold water droplets created ripples in the mud.

Uchiha Sora had some ideas about the enemy he was about to encounter.

Da da da……

They could be pursuers from Iwagakure.

Da da da……

It's also possible that he was accidentally discovered by the ninjas of Takigakure.

Da da da……

He hoped it would be the latter, since the ninjas of Takigakure were weaker than those of Iwagakure, making them easier for him to deal with.

Da da da……

Another problem is that if a fight breaks out later, it will definitely cause a lot of noise. Regardless of whether the opponent is a Takigakure ninja or not, it will attract a large number of Takigakure ninja.

stomping on...

Uchiha Sora's breath hitched, because the sound of dripping water turned into footsteps, and footsteps that were made no attempt to conceal them.

Uchiha Sora instantly made a judgment: this person is very confident!

stomping on...

To be honest, the footsteps were getting closer and closer, and it felt like there was a bell in my head, ringing with every step, getting louder and louder, and the sense of oppression was getting greater and greater.

The moment the footsteps were heard, Uchiha Sora clung to the wall like a bat, gazing intently in the direction from which the footsteps came. Attaching himself to the steep wall was just a basic skill for Uchiha Sora, requiring no effort whatsoever.

He silently gripped the Kusanagi sword, held his breath, and became completely one with the darkness.

Soon, a light source came from not far away, and Uchiha Sora could see clearly who it was.

Standing at 1.85 meters tall, wearing a headscarf, a black robe, and chilling green eyes...

Uchiha Sora's pupils suddenly dilated.

Kakuzu?!

That formidable figure who assassinated Hashirama and escaped unscathed?! Didn't he defect from Takigakure? Why is he here?!

No! Wearing a mask, could it be Tsunade, the one Kakuzu ambushed?!

There was no time to think further, because Kakuzu had already arrived below him.

click -

A faint, almost imperceptible sound of air being cut rang out.

Kakuzu was startled. His years of experience as a mercenary had given him an extraordinary sense of awareness. He looked up sharply and saw a cold light shooting down from above, its target his throat!

Uchiha Sora has made his move.