XX-level Hokage

At this moment, the red is not the same red from the previous world as the real white. She has no concept of what understanding is. For someone who often hides herself in the deepest part of her emotions, understanding is such a powerful force.

Just as Mashiro said, she couldn't refuse Kurenai at this moment. "Thank you," Kurenai said softly.

“There’s a price to pay,” Mashiro said with a light laugh.

Upon hearing this, Kurenai calmly looked at Mashiro. Mashiro, in turn, glanced at Kurenai's voluptuous figure.

Seeing Mashiro's gaze, Hong opened her arms and said softly, "Please make yourself at home." She no longer resisted.

Mashiro stepped forward lightly, gently embraced Kurenai, and whispered in her ear, "I'll let you go today."

A warm breath brushed against Mashiro's ear, making her cheeks flush. "You seem very different now," Kurenai whispered, reaching out to hug Mashiro. "How am I different?" Mashiro asked with a smile.

“She’s become more carefree and gentle,” Hong said after a moment’s thought. “Do you think this is a good thing or a bad thing?” Mashiro asked softly.

"That's good. Perhaps this is how you were meant to be," Hong said softly.

"Perhaps." Back at the villa. In the living room.

Tsunade and Shizune were sitting on the sofa.

"Are you back?" Mashiro asked with a light laugh as she sat opposite the two.

"It would be really inexcusable for me not to come back for something this important," Tsunade said, placing her hand on Shizune's shoulder. "Did you gain anything from your training?" Mashiro asked softly.

"A harvest? Cough cough, perhaps." Tsunade said somewhat awkwardly, while Shizune stood by, on the verge of tears.

While living a peaceful life in Miya, she was suddenly dragged away by her master to train. She initially thought it would be some serious training, but it turned out to be more like traveling around.

In this country, people are often hungry, and the only good thing is that I've lost a few pounds.

In truth, Tsunade herself wasn't comfortable either; life outside was certainly not as good as in Konoha. But she had no choice; she sensed something was off between Mashiro and Shizune. What if something really happened between them? Wouldn't she be in a very awkward position? So, without taking any precautions, she used the guise of training...

Yi pulled Jingyin out to hide for a while.

During her time away from home, Tsunade gradually came to understand that, given Shizune's personality, it would be difficult for her to find a future partner. So, as long as Shizune was willing, she didn't care about anything else, as long as she wasn't discovered.

After figuring things out, Tsunade prepared to take Shizune back to Konoha, but then she received news of the Fourth Shinobi World War on the way. "Then the medical support unit is in your hands," Mashiro said with a smile.

"Was that person really Madara Uchiha?" Tsunade's expression turned serious as she asked, mentioning this.

"In my opinion, it shouldn't be. But even if it's not Madara Uchiha's original body, there must be a very close connection," Mashiro said softly. "Could he really still be alive? My great-grandfather was certain he killed him back then, and it was my second grandfather who disposed of his remains." Tsunade's tone was deep.

He said in a deep voice.

She knew perfectly well how powerful her great-grandfather was, so she felt immense pressure from Ban, who was on par with her great-grandfather.

"Don't worry, Madara can't make a move, at least not now, or the conditions for him to make a move are extremely harsh. If he were really alive and could make a move at will, why would he need to rely on the Akatsuki to collect the Tailed Beasts? Even the Nine-Tails, the most powerful of the eight Tailed Beasts, is just a very strong beast in his hands," Mashiro comforted him softly.

"No, I need to check the Senju clan's treasury. Shizune, let's go." Tsunade stood up and said, then turned and walked towards the gate.

"Lady Tsunade, wait for me!" Shizune smiled at Mashiro upon seeing this and hurriedly followed. "Aren't you going to stay and have dinner with us?" Mashiro asked, watching Tsunade and Shizune leave in a hurry.

Upon hearing this, Tsunade stopped in her tracks, then turned to look at Mashiro and said playfully, "No need, Shizune and I will go out to eat. Someone will eat with you later."

After saying that, he led Jingyin out.

Mashiro was a little confused by Tsunade's words, but she just assumed she was talking about Tsunade and Tayuya and didn't think much of it.

Lying lazily on the sofa, Mashiro called out, "Take it, Tayuya, what's for dinner tonight? I want sushi." "Curry tonight," a sweet voice replied from the kitchen.

Curry? Have you guys learned how to make curry yet? Curry is good too… Mashiro said subconsciously.

But as soon as he finished speaking, he realized something was wrong. The voice was...

"Izumi, is that you?" Mashiro whispered.

"Did you notice? I even went out of my way to change my voice." Uchiha Izumi said with some regret as she walked out of the kitchen. "If only voices were that easy to change." Mashiro said with a light laugh as she stood up.

He walked up to Izumi and gently hugged her. "Welcome back, Izumi."

"When did you come out of Shikkotsu Forest? Has your body recovered?" Mashiro asked softly while eating curry.

"About half a month ago, perhaps because my injuries were quite severe, it took a little longer than expected. After leaving Shikkotsu Forest, I was summoned by Tsunade, and then I traveled with her for a while before returning to Konoha together," Izumi said with a light laugh.

"I knew it! Tsunade suddenly said someone would have dinner with me. Turns out you guys were in cahoots." Mashiro finally understood what Tsunade meant earlier.

"I wanted to give you a surprise, so please, Tsunade-neechan, don't tell you yet," Izumi said softly.

"It's a pleasant surprise, I really like it," Mashiro said softly. Hearing Mashiro's words, Izumi smiled with utmost tenderness.

"By the way, where are Tehan and Tayuya? Aren't they home?" Mashiro asked softly.

“Ya Yu called them out earlier, and they asked me to tell you to go out for dinner tonight. I was thinking of seeing if I remembered how to cook, so I tried to cook for myself,” Izumi replied.

"Oh, I see. It's very delicious, and you haven't forgotten how to make it." Mashiro said while eating her curry.

“I do feel like I’m a bit rusty,” Izumi said, tasting the curry with some dissatisfaction. “You’re setting your standards too high,” Mashiro said.

“Didn’t you tell me this before? Lowering your standards is tantamount to drowning yourself,” Izumi said with a smile. “Really? I forgot,” Mashiro thought for a moment and shook her head.

“Also, there’s something I need to tell you,” Izumi suddenly said, becoming serious. “Hmm?” Mashiro looked at Izumi.

Izumi's eyes suddenly transformed into Sharingan, then one tomoe, two tomoe, three tomoe, and finally the three tomoe intertwined, giving birth to a clover-shaped Tomoe, which slowly rotated.

This is the Mangekyou Sharingan belonging to Uchiha Izumi.

Chapter 172: The Second Soul Imprint

"So it really has been activated?" Mashiro said softly.

"Did you already know?" Quan asked with some curiosity.

"The power of the Sharingan is nothing more than the power of bloodline plus the power of spirit. The Uchiha bloodline is the prerequisite for you to start using the Sharingan, while strong spiritual power is the means to support the evolution of the Sharingan."

As a clone, you naturally possess the bloodline of the Uchiha clan, and since you previously awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan, your spiritual power is definitely sufficient. After combining the two and obtaining ample chakra, it's not surprising that you were able to awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan.

"Perhaps the reason you stayed in Shikkotsu Forest a little longer was because of these eyes, but of course, that's just my guess," Mashiro explained. "Anyway, no matter what, this is ultimately a good thing. As long as I use Omikami to leave a mark on your soul, we'll both be equivalent to..."

"It's a certain degree of immortality," Quan said with a smile.

"Then I'll leave it to you." Mashiro didn't think anyone could kill her right now, but it was better to be safe than sorry, and besides, this would also ensure Izumi's safety.

As Izumi looked at Mashiro, the clover-shaped Tomoe in her eyes began to spin rapidly. In an instant, she saw Mashiro's soul. This soul was different from Mashiro's current appearance; it was more beautiful and holy, and it possessed only long silver-white hair and light blue Rinnegan.

However, Izumi didn't ask anything; she knew Mashiro would tell her sooner or later.

A purple light flashed from the spring's eye. This light could only be seen by the spring.

Mashiro sensed a strange power approaching her soul, and her body instinctively wanted to activate Otsutsuki Mode.

Mashiro knew this was the effect of Izumi activating Omikami, suppressing her body's counterattack. In just a moment, the purple light touched Mashiro's soul, then quickly dissipated. "Pan~"

A look of confusion crossed Izumi's face. "Did it fail?" she muttered to herself. But she quickly realized the reason. "Oh, I see."

A purple light shone, and then a purple chain formed, connecting Shiro's soul and Izumi's soul.

In a daze, Mashiro saw Izumi's soul. "Is it finished?" Mashiro asked softly.

"It's done. There was a slight mishap just now; my Great Divine Intervention didn't work. After careful observation, I realized that the Great Divine Intervention I cast on you earlier hadn't dissipated. It was just that the connection was broken because of our deaths, so I reactivated it," Izumi replied softly.

"It seems this eye technique is very powerful; even death cannot touch it," Mashiro said.

Quan smiled, got up and started clearing the tableware, saying, "You go and rest first. I'll tidy up here and then go back to sleep. These past few days, the three of us have barely slept in order to get here as quickly as possible. I should get some rest too."

"No need, you go and rest, I'll take care of this." Shinji stood up, stopping Izumi from doing so, and said. "I didn't expect you to be willing to clear the dishes," Izumi said with great satisfaction.

“Me? Never mind, let them handle it,” Mashiro said softly. Immediately afterward, two ninja soldiers appeared and began clearing the table. Izumi, looking as if she had expected this, stopped what she was doing.

"I'm going to take a shower, wanna come with me?" Izumi put her hand on Mashiro's shoulder and asked. "No, I'm afraid you won't be able to sleep after you shower," Mashiro said meaningfully. "I don't mind," Izumi said with a light kiss on Mashiro's cheek.

"Forget it, you've had a long journey, you should get some rest." Mashiro shook her head and said. "Tch!"

Izumi released Mashiro with great disappointment and headed towards the bathroom. Mashiro smiled, turned around, and went up to the third floor.

Although it was because of Kurenai's request, Mashiro did indeed solve the orphanage's problem, so she needed Konan to reward herself.

On the other side, Izumi entered the bathroom, took off her clothes, and stood beneath the brothel. Steam rose.

"Is it just my imagination? Why do I feel like there's another mark on Mashiro's soul? And that mark feels incredibly familiar," Izumi muttered to herself. In the Akatsuki base, in Shingo's room...

Kaguya Shinichi gently opened his eyes. His eyes were rapidly changing.

One magatama, two magatama, three magatama, and finally the three magatama combine to form a triangular snowflake pattern.

"This feeling... how could this be!" the true self muttered to himself, turning his gaze back to Turtle Island.

At this time, Naruto was undergoing the test of the Waterfall of Truth under Killer Bee's guidance. Naruto had successfully accepted himself and gained Killer Bee's approval.

"Looks like it worked." Kushina said excitedly as she watched Naruto get up from in front of the Waterfall of Truth. "It's too early to be happy, you idiot, you idiot!" Killer Bee also said with a laugh.

“Let’s try controlling the power next,” Killer Bee said as he walked up to Naruto.

“From now on, I am your master. Be prepared, or you’ll die.” Killer Bee even spontaneously broke into a rap.

"This guy, with his personality, might get along with Jiraiya-sensei," Kushina said, rubbing her head. "Great!" Naruto exclaimed excitedly.

"Come with me, Naruto." Killer Bee walked towards the Fall of Truth.

"Um, can I come along?" Kushina asked, raising her hand. "No problem," Killer Bee replied, giving an OK sign.

"I won't be going with you. I still need to report the situation to Kumogakure and Konoha. I'll take my leave now," Motoi said with a smile.

"You've worked hard," Kushina said, following Killer Bee and Naruto. "This won't be easy," Motoi muttered to himself, watching the direction the three had gone. Following Killer Bee, the three entered the waterfall together.

"So there was something behind the waterfall," Naruto said, scratching his head.

Passing through the waterfall, there was a huge palace inside, which looked quite old. "Wow, amazing!" Naruto exclaimed, looking at the scene inside.

"I really didn't expect there to be a place like this," Kushina couldn't help but exclaim. "Let's fight the Nine-Tails here," Killer Bee said.

Fighting the Nine-Tails? "Naruto doesn't seem to quite understand what Killer Bee means."

“You mean breaking the seal? Isn’t it too dangerous here?” Kushina understood Killer Bee’s thoughts. “This is something he has to face,” Killer Bee said.

"Don't worry, Izumi-nee, I'll definitely succeed." Naruto patted his chest and said with a smile.

Seeing this, Kushina said nothing more and continued walking forward.

The group passed by the headless Buddha statue and the huge mural on the wall.

“This must be a ruin, right? It looks like it needs some restoration,” Kushina said softly.

"No, for some reason, these Buddha statues were headless when they were first built," Kirabi said.

"So, how do we fight the Nine-Tails here? How do we even meet the Nine-Tails?" Naruto asked curiously.

“This place has always been a sacred site where those chosen as Jinchuriki undergo baptism,” Killer Bee said, leading the two to a strange building with a bizarre black beast head in front of it.