What's wrong with having a large harem if you're the emperor of the ninja world?

This doesn't sound like an expression of determination.

It's more like a... playful complaint and uncertainty.

Upon hearing this, Di Yan not only wasn't angry, but instead chuckled softly, a laugh carrying a knowing, playful quality.

"Then...can you do it?"

These three simple words are like a key.

It instantly opened the floodgates of Ino's chaotic and complex emotions.

Will she?

Ino looked up, staring blankly at the face so close to hers.

He was impeccably handsome, with well-defined features.

Especially those deep eyes, which seemed to contain endless stars and abysses.

Dangerous, yet possessing a deadly allure.

She had to admit.

This face is more mature and has more masculine charm than the Uchiha Sasuke she used to be obsessed with.

More importantly, the man before me exudes an overbearing aura that seems to look down on the world and control everything.

Like poison.

Despite her fear, she couldn't help but have a ridiculous thought that she wanted to get closer and be conquered.

Their relationship started as a mistake.

It was coercion, it was humiliation...

But I don't know since when.

Under his forceful possessiveness and the occasional, irresistible "gentleness".

Her body and even a part of her heart.

She shamefully began to become obsessed with his scent and his caresses.

This unfamiliar, out-of-control feeling terrified her, yet she couldn't resist it.

This is why.

After returning to Konoha and to her familiar surroundings.

One of the reasons she had a chance to escape, yet inexplicably returned to the hotel.

Another reason, of course, was that he was worried about Shikamaru, Choji, who were imprisoned, and Asuma-sensei, whose whereabouts were unknown.

Looking at the conflicted, confused, and even slightly self-loathing expression on Ino's face.

Di Yan's smile deepened.

He tightened his arms around her slender yet supple waist.

"Don't overthink it."

His voice carried an undeniable certainty: "Once I take Konoha, everything here will be mine."

"Then you can peacefully and legitimately be my woman. Isn't that wonderful?"

There was not a trace of deception in his words.

It is not a declaration, but a blatant expression of confidence.

Di Yan never stooped to lower himself to please women.

In his view, as long as a man is strong enough, he can wield power and strength.

Naturally, countless outstanding women will flock to him.

The weak need to strive and struggle; the strong only need to choose.

Ino blushed involuntarily as she listened to his domineering words.

She knew that she was powerless to resist this man's will.

And, sadly...

This is the "solution" he proposed.

He accepted her after conquering Konoha... in her confused state of mind.

It seems... that this really is the best way to resolve all the pain and contradictions we're facing right now?

At least, it gave her a seemingly "reasonable" reason to stay by Li Qian's side.

A strange sense of unease and longing suddenly welled up inside me.

Ino felt she needed to vent.

What can fill the panic and emptiness in my heart?

She buried her burning cheeks deep into Di Yan's broad chest.

It's as if this allows them to escape all reality.

Then, in a voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz, trembling slightly and with a sense of despair, she murmured:

"No...don't say anymore...carry me back to the bedroom..."

This statement is less of an invitation.

It's more like a desperate descent into despair and a brief escape.

Di Yan looked at the girl in his arms who was actively seeking comfort.

A glint of satisfaction flashed in his eyes.

He bent down and easily lifted Ino into his arms.

Ignoring her slight gasp, he strode towards the bedroom.

As night fell, undercurrents still surged within the Leaf Village outside the inn.

Inside the room, emotions and desires intertwine.

Ino, however, was already sinking deeper and deeper into the mire and finding it difficult to extricate herself.

……

The next day.

Just as Di Yan had predicted.

The Fifth Hokage, Tsunade, responded to his invitation to "have a private chat" conveyed through Ino.

It's just the way they responded.

Even Di Yan, who was already used to scheming and intrigue, was somewhat amused and exasperated.

At the same time, I felt that this was very "Tsunade".

The Fifth Hokage was only accompanied by her personal secretary, Shizune.

The two of them swaggered over without any attempt to conceal their presence and arrived directly at the entrance of the hotel where Di Yan was staying!

She couldn't even be bothered to arrange any secret meetings.

He immediately yelled at the black-clad ninja guarding the area, "Qin!"

"Go tell your Emperor! The Fifth Hokage, Tsunade, has come at his invitation!"

"Let him come out and greet the guests!"

His voice was loud and clear, full of imposing presence.

It was as if she was the master here.

.......

55 Tsunade is here, let's touch her hand?

Upon receiving the report, Di Yan was taken aback for a moment, then chuckled and shook his head:

"This woman... she's really better seen than heard about; she's always been lawless."

However, this straightforward style...

That actually made him find it rather interesting.

He gave the order.

Tsunade and Shizune were invited to an elegantly decorated tea room in the inn.

Inside the tea room, Di Yan finally got a close look at one of the legendary "Three Sannin," the Fifth Hokage...Tsunade.

It must be said that even by Di Yan's discerning standards...

Tsunade is definitely a top-tier character.

Time seems to have been exceptionally kind to her, leaving few traces on her face.

Instead, it adds to her mature charm.

The simple green robe could not conceal her impressive assets, which could be described as "weapons".

Full breasts, slender waist, and shapely, long legs.

It forms a devilish figure that can make any man's blood boil.

In addition, there's her unique aura, a blend of languor and domineering, stemming from her long-standing position of power.

It is also filled with a deadly desire for conquest.

Di Yan's gaze lingered on her key areas for a few seconds without any attempt to conceal it, and he was indeed somewhat tempted.

Such a beauty, if only I could subdue her.

It will be extremely satisfying, both physically and mentally.

As for Shizune, who was holding a piglet behind Tsunade and looked nervous and wary, she was quite pretty.

But Di Yan temporarily ignored it.

He needed to prioritize; his primary target was Tsunade.

Tsunade felt extremely uncomfortable under Di Yan's undisguised and aggressive gaze.

She frowned slightly.

Having lived this long, I've seen all kinds of men.

But that naked gaze seemed to want to devour her whole.

It still made her feel extremely awkward and... a little inexplicably annoyed.

"This brat... his eyes are so indecent!" Tsunade cursed inwardly. "I'm old enough to be his grandmother! He has no manners at all!"

She forcibly suppressed her displeasure, deliberately adopting the dignified posture of an elder and the Hokage, and spoke first, her tone clearly impatient:

"Your Majesty, you went to great lengths to have Ino convey your message that you want to have a private conversation."

"Now that I'm here, just say what you have to say! Stop beating around the bush!"

She really didn't want to spend any more time with this kid with the dangerous look in his eyes.

Di Yan ignored her words and instead slowly sipped his tea.

Then he raised his eyes, a playful smile on his face, and asked a question that almost made Tsunade lose her temper:

"Lady Tsunade... is she still single? I wonder... is there a man she likes?"

"what?"

Tsunade could hardly believe her ears!

Why did that bastard 580 call her over so mysteriously just to ask such a ridiculous question?

She was furious on the spot.