I founded the "Bragging Cult" in Naruto.

Chapter 275 Adults' Holidays: Even Without Work, There's No Rest

Yamanaka Ochū did not adopt Tatsuma's suggestion on the spot, but only said that he would integrate it and report it up.

After all, based on the current situation, the time is not right for the Kirigakure rebellion to break out, and it will be a long time before it truly erupts, at least a year and a half.

The rogue ninja group from Kirigakure had not yet completed the preparations for the money, supplies, and manpower needed to start the uprising. Therefore, Konoha, which wanted to get involved, also had time to plan slowly.

Konoha and Kirigakure don't have any deep-seated hatred for each other, but how could Konoha let something that could cause turmoil within another major power on par with the Land of Fire go unpunished?

The very simple theory of canyon relativity: when I can't become stronger, as long as my opponent becomes weaker, it's equivalent to me becoming stronger.

It is extremely difficult for a country to increase its national strength. All five major powers are seeking development and making progress. If one or more countries stop developing or regress, it would be a huge development and progress for the other countries.

However, it is precisely because of this kind of mission that involves the situation of the ninja world that any decision to adopt or to carry out must be made with utmost care. Not to mention Yamanaka Ochū, even Hiruzen Sarutobi probably wouldn't have the courage to immediately agree or refuse.

After leaving the analysis class, Hatake Sakumo didn't try to continue chatting with Tatsuma, because due to the age and position difference, they didn't have many common topics to discuss.

Tatsuma originally intended to go find Orochimaru, but having wasted so much time in the analysis class, he probably wouldn't have enough time to go find Orochimaru today, so he went straight home.

After changing out of his Anbu uniform, he went next door. Tsunade's house was quite lively these days. Tsunade hadn't gone out on missions for a long time and had been busy with medical ninja training.

Rope Tree only goes on missions occasionally. After all, the period between the end of adolescence and adulthood is a crucial time that determines how far he can go in martial arts. Therefore, he spends most of his time training in the village.

As for Kushina, although the village did not impose any prohibitions on her, it did suggest that she live within the Senju clan's territory. Moreover, the village would most likely not assign her any tasks before she mastered the power of the Nine-Tails, so she was there every day.

After Kato Dan was discharged from the hospital, he originally planned to take Shizune back with him. However, Shizune is now an important teaching assistant for Tsunade. Shizune is the only person who can wake Tsunade up without being beaten up by her.

Without Shizune, Tsunade would be much more likely to be late. Moreover, the girl was very interested in medicine, so Tsunade kept her by her side. Shizune's nanny also lived in the Senju clan's territory.

With Kushina around, Minato's arrival will be attracted; with Tsunade and Shizune around, Dan Kato's arrival will be attracted; and there's also Orochimaru who often visits his disciple. It's fair to say that the Senju clan's territory is currently in a rather... precarious situation.

It means a large and prosperous family.

However, this also meant increasing expenses, and as the only "rich person" in the family, Chen Ma had to foot the bill.

As soon as he arrived at Tsunade's house, Tsunade, who had just returned from get out of class, handed him a list and said, "Tatsuma, summer is coming soon. This is Grandma's shopping list from previous years. Adjust it and then make arrangements."

"it is good."

Tatsuma did not resist paying for normal expenses, not only because of Mito Uzumaki's entrustment, but also because the mansion owned by Tobirama Senju was now registered in his name as Tatsuma Sakamoto.

That house is so big, if converted into money, it would be enough to cover the expenses of the Tsunade family and the Tatsuma family for more than ten years.

The shopping list is not long. Apart from essential living expenses such as seasonal food, water and electricity bills, communication fees, and cable TV fees, there are only a few expenses such as custom-made clothing, decorations, and flowers.

Chenma mentally calculated what needed to be adjusted and made changes to the procurement items based on personnel changes and lifestyle shifts.

In the past, Mito Uzumaki was in charge of these things, so that the family, which seemed to be dwindling in number, could still maintain its dignity. This could be considered as the image-building work of the clan.

After adjusting the list, Tatsuma put it away, thinking he would take care of it when he had time. At that moment, Tsunade seemed to have noticed something and asked, "You were injured on this mission?"

"Um."

Hearing that Tatsuma didn't seem to care, Tsunade frowned and said, "Did you look for Orochimaru? You're acting a little different. You'd better get checked out."

As a doctor, Tsunade is extremely sensitive to changes in a person's condition, especially since she pays close attention to Tatsuma, so she can easily detect even the slightest changes.

Tatsuma nodded and said, "It's too late today. It'll be dinner time soon. I'll go see Lord Orochimaru tomorrow."

Tsunade noticed that Tatsuma seemed to be in a bad mood. After thinking for a moment, she didn't say anything, but instead asked, "Is there anything you'd like to eat tonight? I'll have Misa add it."

Misa was the nanny who took care of Shizune and was then poached to work in the Senju clan's territory. Tatsuma looked at Tsunade's expression, guessed something, and said with a smile:

"No need for extra dishes. I bought some ice cream before the mission, but I haven't eaten it yet. I can take it out and have some tonight. That's the best medicine to lift my spirits."

Upon hearing this, Tsunade, who had been scrutinizing Tatsuma with concern, suddenly stiffened and awkwardly turned her head, saying, "Um, haha, Shizune accidentally went to your house yesterday."

Then I accidentally found your ice cream, and accidentally ate too much, hahaha~ Kids just like to eat that kind of thing, you don't mind, do you?

"A child who is three years and three hundred months old?"

Chenma saw right through him, and in an instant, the gloom in his heart intensified. His already dull eyes became even more lifeless.

Tsunade turned around and found Tatsuma staring at her with his red eyes. Looking at her disciple's expression, Tsunade gritted her teeth and said with a pained look:

"I'll buy it for you tomorrow, okay? You spendthrift, why do you have to eat such expensive ice cream? Even alcohol isn't as expensive as your ice cream."

Tsunade had wanted to make up for Tatsuma's missed ice cream as soon as she finished eating it, but when she got to the supermarket, she decided to gamble that Tatsuma had forgotten. However, her disciple's brain was as sharp as ever.

Tatsuma nodded. Since Tsunade ate it, it was only natural for her to buy it back. Tatsuma himself couldn't bear to eat much of the ice cream, yet Tsunade had already splurged on it. How could he possibly let Tsunade off the hook?

"Remember, it has to be the one with real strawberry pulp, don't buy the one with strawberry jam to make up the difference."

Tatsuma emphasized that Tsunade rolled her eyes, then, as if remembering something, her eyes darted around and she said, "If I go buy you ice cream tomorrow, I won't be able to go to class. Why don't you go to class for me?"

"Teacher, you really know how to take advantage of people."

How long does it take to buy ice cream? How long does it take to go to class? But Chenma still agreed. After all, he had just finished a mission, and it wouldn't hurt to change jobs and adjust his mood.

"Tatsuma? You're back!"

Just after the master and apprentice finalized the deal, Nawaki returned from his training. Perhaps because he had been frequently taken care of by Orochimaru and Jiraiya recently, his style of dress had been corrected quite a bit. Without his green bodysuit, Nawaki looked very sunny and handsome.

However, at this moment he was holding the hand of a boy with a small bowl cut. Tatsuma greeted Nawaki, then squatted down and rubbed the boy's head, saying, "Kai, long time no see."

"Good evening!!"

Might Guy flashed his full set of Konoha white teeth, which seemed to gleam briefly in the sunset. Nawaki then explained, "Shin-chan seems to be graduating soon, and the academic innovation platform will be handed over to someone else. Dai-nii went to meet him today."

Chenma asked curiously, "Does the learning and innovation platform still exist?"

"So many years have passed, and the learning and innovation platform still exists." Nawaki nodded and said, "Yes, Shinnosuke originally planned to wait another year before handing it over to Asuma."

But for some reason, Shinnosuke applied for early graduation, and Asuma has no plans to enroll this year, so the task has to be left to someone else.

I heard they're classmates in the same grade, but they'll be graduating next year, so I guess Asuma will have to manage things again then.

As Nawaki spoke, he winked at Tatsuma. Clearly, Nawaki had understood Shinnosuke's plan, which was quite different from his usual self. It seems that growing older has brought Nawaki more than just muscles.

Tatsuma smiled and said, "I haven't heard of any geniuses in recent years. Shinnosuke must have spent a lot of money to motivate his classmates to study."

"It seems so, even Brother Dai is embarrassed to ask for a share of the profits."

Nawaki's smile was strange, seemingly gloating. He hadn't joined the learning and innovation platform back then, but at least he hadn't earned any pocket money, while Sarutobi Shinnosuke had actually paid out of his own pocket.

However, he could somewhat understand why Shinnosuke did this. Whether he made money or not was not a big deal for the son of the Hokage; he could afford to lose money himself. The important thing was to let his classmates and juniors know that there was someone who helped them earn pocket money.

"This situation should improve starting next year, after all, there are quite a few geniuses among the students enrolling next year. There's Sakumo-sama's son, Shinku-sama's daughter, and Tenka's cousin."

Might Guy listened intently to their conversation, and when Tatsuma brought up this topic, he lowered his head. Tatsuma noticed, gave him a firm rub on the head, and said:

"And then there's Guy, who, like Might Guy, embodied youth, right? Guy."

"Um!"

Might Guy nodded vigorously at first, then his face fell, and he said, "But I only learned physical skills from my dad, I don't know anything else."

"That's enough. You can make some protective gear later. There are many people who need it. I can teach you."

Rope Tree also smiled and said that Might Guy raised his head again, revealing a mouthful of Konoha white teeth.

"Oh right, I almost forgot."

Nawaki suddenly remembered something and said, "The children of Umino Ikkaku-senpai and Umino Kairi-senpai are having their first meal together. They sent out invitations this morning, but you and your sister weren't here, so I accepted them on their behalf."

"Ichikaku-senpai's child?"

Tatsuma raised an eyebrow and said, "Yeah, I'll go."

The child in the corner of Umino's house must be Umino Iruka. Familiar faces are gradually arriving.

Putting aside his curiosity about Iruka, even if it was just to return the favor, Tatsuma had to go, since Unno Ikkaku had given him quite a few things when he became his apprentice.

And so, another item was added to Tatsuma's list of unfinished tasks.

This holiday has been really busy.

(End of this chapter)