It was not just a life-or-death struggle, but also an exploration and pursuit of unknown forces.

The surrounding buildings were continuously damaged during the fierce battle between the two. The ancient wooden structures collapsed one after another under the impact of chakra, dust flew up and sparks flew everywhere.

Even so, the villagers of Konoha seemed to be protected by an invisible force, unable to perceive the existence of this battle, and remained immersed in the tranquility of the night.

Ultimately, after a fierce battle, Hashirama Senju gradually gained the upper hand thanks to his profound mastery of Wood Release and his unwavering will.

He conjured a giant wood-style hand, trapping Orochimaru firmly, and prepared to deliver a fatal blow.

However, at that very moment, an unknown force suddenly surged into the battlefield, interrupting the battle and teleporting both of them to an unknown space.

Chapter 551 Nangong Yehua's Little Divination

As night deepened, Nangong Yehua and Terumi Mei finally stepped onto the border of Kirigakure, returning to that place that was both familiar and strange.

The Mizukage's residence, a symbol of power in Kirigakure, appeared exceptionally solemn and serene under the gentle caress of the moonlight.

As Nangong Yehua stepped into the mansion, a faint, salty sea breeze mingled with the unique aroma of wood, causing him to slow his pace and savor this long-lost tranquility.

Instead of going directly to his resting place, he casually found a spacious room, lay lazily on the soft couch, and stared blankly at the ceiling.

13 The surrounding tranquility made him feel a little bored. After all, he was used to the clash of swords and life-or-death struggles, and he felt somewhat uncomfortable in this peace.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the mansion, an enticing aroma wafted from the kitchen, where Mei Terumi was preparing dinner for the two of them.

She was dressed in simple home clothes, her long hair was gently tied up, revealing her smooth forehead and gentle profile.

The cleaver in her hand flew nimbly between her fingers, each cut precise, slicing the ingredients into even slices, shreds, and chunks, as if performing a silent dance.

Her face was beaming with a happy smile, the kind of satisfaction and joy that comes from cooking for your loved one.

Drawn by the aroma, Nangong Yehua rose from the soft couch and slowly walked towards the kitchen. He stood at the doorway, quietly watching Terumi Mei's busy figure, a warm feeling welling up in his heart.

This scene was so warm and precious to him. He coughed softly, trying to get Mei Terumi's attention.

"What's wrong? Bored?"

Mei Terumi turned around, a gentle smile on her lips, her eyes filled with concern and inquiry for Nangong Yehua.

"Yeah, a little bit."

Nangong Yehua nodded frankly, then walked to a chair and sat down.

His gaze, however, involuntarily fell on the corner of the kitchen—where an ancient divination tool was placed, which he had obtained by chance.

"Since we're bored, why don't we do something fun?"

"I suggest it," Nangong Yehua suggested, his eyes sparkling with curiosity and anticipation.

Upon hearing this, Terumi Mei curiously put down the kitchen knife in her hand and sat down next to Nangong Yehua.

"What's interesting?" she asked, her tone filled with curiosity and anticipation.

Nangong Yehua smiled slightly and took out the divination tools from the corner. He began setting them up with practiced ease, explaining as he went:

"I want to calculate the fate of the ninja world and see where it will go in the future."

Upon hearing this, Terumi Mei was somewhat surprised, but more than that, she felt trust and curiosity about Nangong Yehua's abilities.

She sat quietly to the side, watching Nangong Yehua intently fiddling with those seemingly ordinary pebbles.

They carried wooden blocks and paper, but secretly prayed that this divination would bring them good news.

Nangong Yehua closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and adjusted her mental state to its best.

He began to perform complex calculations and deductions based on the guidance of divination tools.

As time went by, fine beads of sweat gradually appeared on his forehead, but his eyes grew more and more determined, as if he could already see the outline of the future.

Finally, after a series of arduous calculations, Nangong Yehua slowly opened her eyes.

Chapter 552 A Little Kiss

Nangong Yehua slowly opened her eyes. Her deep eyes seemed to contain the stars and the sea, or as if she had just returned from the distant future.

With a hint of barely perceptible fatigue and relief.

He let out a long breath, a playful smile playing on his lips, and turned to look at Mei Terumi, who was standing to the side, filled with anticipation yet slightly nervous.

Mei Terumi's eyes sparkled with curiosity as she stared intently at Nangong Yehua, afraid of missing a single word he uttered.

"How is it going? What will the future of the ninja world be?"

Her voice trembled slightly, clearly indicating that this question was of great importance to her.

Seeing this, a sly glint flashed in Nangong Yehua's eyes. He deliberately kept everyone in suspense, a smile playing on his lips, his tone slightly mocking:

"Want to know? Well, there'll be a price to pay."

Upon hearing this, Mei Terumi blushed slightly. She hadn't expected Nangong Yehua to make such a joke at this moment.

But then, she regained her usual calm and composure, a faint smile playing on her lips as she looked at Nangong Yehua with a defiant expression.

"Oh? What price? Anything I can give is fine."

Nangong Yehua chuckled softly, his eyes sparkling with tenderness and doting. He slowly approached Terumi Mei and whispered:

"It's simple, just kiss me and I'll tell you."

Mei Terumi's cheeks instantly turned as red as a ripe apple; she hadn't expected Nangong Yehua to make such a request.

But looking into Nangong Yehua's smiling eyes, she ultimately couldn't resist the temptation.

She gently tiptoed and left a soft kiss on Nangong Yehua's cheek.

Nangong Yehua felt a warm current surge in her heart as she felt the soft touch on her face.

He paused deliberately for a few seconds, allowing the warm feeling to fill the space between them, before slowly speaking:

"What I calculated is actually..." He deliberately dragged out his words, a sly glint in his eyes.

Mei Terumi held her breath nervously, awaiting Nangong Yehua's answer. However, Nangong Yehua's next words left her both amused and exasperated:

"I predicted that Mei Terumi would be conquered by me tonight, hahaha!"

Upon hearing this, Terumi Mei's face instantly turned from red to white. She glared at Nangong Yehua and scolded him reproachfully:

Asking for flowers

"You pervert! I knew you weren't up to any good!"

After saying that, she turned to leave, but a sweet smile involuntarily crept onto her lips.

Seeing this, Nangong Yehua quickly stood up, took Terumi Mei's hand, gently pulled her back to his side, and said softly:

"Okay, I'm just kidding. What I really want to say is that no matter what the future holds, I will always be by your side, protecting you forever."

Upon hearing this, Terumi Mei felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She looked up at Nangong Yehua, her eyes sparkling with gratitude.

She nodded gently, then broke free from Nangong Yehua's hand, turned and walked towards the kitchen to continue preparing dinner.

As Terumi Mei busied herself, she would occasionally turn back to look at Nangong Yehua, her eyes filled with happiness and contentment.

She knew that no matter how many unknowns and challenges lay ahead, as long as Nangong Yehua was by her side, she would be fearless.

Nangong Yehua sat quietly watching Zhao Meiming's busy figure, her heart filled with gratitude and appreciation.

Chapter 553 A Wonderful Dinner

The gentle glow of the setting sun spilled into the courtyard, bathing everything in a soft golden light.

In the courtyard, several old locust trees swayed gently, and the dappled light filtering through the leaves added a touch of warmth and mystery to the tranquil night.

Mei Terumi's carefully prepared dinner was already laid out on an antique stone table.

The steaming food exuded an enticing aroma, featuring her signature sushi and exquisite sashimi.

"San Yi San" has several home-style dishes, each of which contains her deep affection and care for Nangong Yehua.

Nangong Yehua sat on one side of the stone table, gazing tenderly at Terumi Mei, who had been busy all afternoon.

She wore a simple kimono, the hem of which swayed gently with her steps, and a delicate plum blossom hairpin adorned her hair, adding to her gentle and graceful demeanor.

Her face was beaming with a satisfied smile, the happiness and contentment of preparing dinner for her loved one.

"Ye Hua, come and try it, see if it suits your taste."

As she spoke, Mei Terumi handed a pair of chopsticks to Nangong Yehua, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.

Nangong Yehua took the chopsticks, gently picked up a piece of sushi, and put it in her mouth to savor it.

At that moment, he felt as if he could taste all of Mei Terumi's love and care for him, and a warm current surged in his heart.

"Mmm, it's delicious. Mei Terumi's cooking skills are getting better and better."

He exclaimed sincerely, a happy smile playing on his lips.

Upon hearing this, Mei Terumi's face blossomed into an even brighter smile, as radiant as blooming cherry blossoms.

"I'm glad you like it. I was worried it wouldn't suit your taste." She said as she sat down, picked up her chopsticks, and began to enjoy her dinner.

The two ate and chatted, their conversation ranging from amusing anecdotes about the ninja world to everyday trivia, each topic filled with laughter.

Nangong Yehua recounted his experiences during his travels, and Terumi Mei listened with great interest to his thrilling and exciting adventures.

Meanwhile, Terumi Mei shared the little joys she experienced while taking care of chores at home, and those ordinary yet heartwarming moments made Nangong Yehua cherish them all the more.

In the courtyard, a gentle breeze carries the fresh fragrance of flowers.

The distant mountains, bathed in the glow of the setting sun, appeared exceptionally tranquil and peaceful, as if the entire world were immersed in this serenity and beauty.

Occasionally, one or two night birds fly by, leaving behind a string of clear calls, adding to the liveliness and interest.

As dinner drew to a close, Nangong Yehua suddenly stopped eating, looked intently at Terumi Mei, and said:

"Mei Terumi, thank you for your continued companionship and care. No matter what the future holds, I hope to spend every ordinary yet heartwarming night like this with you."

Upon hearing this, a hint of emotion flashed in Mei Terumi's eyes. She gently took Nangong Yehua's hand and responded tenderly:

"Ye Hua, me too. Having you by my side is my greatest happiness."

"No matter how many unknowns and challenges the future holds, as long as we face them hand in hand, nothing is impossible."

The two exchanged a smile, their unspoken understanding and deep affection needing no further explanation. The 3.4 lights in the courtyard gradually came on.

The shadows of the two stretched long, as if to freeze this moment of happiness forever.

As night deepened, the atmosphere in the courtyard became even warmer and more romantic.

Nangong Yehua and Zhao Meiming continued chatting, enjoying this rare moment of peace and tranquility.

In this loving courtyard, they felt as if they possessed the whole world.

Chapter 554 Itachi Uchiha's Visit

Just as Nangong Yehua and Zhao Meiming were immersed in their warmth and happiness, this tranquility was suddenly shattered by an unexpected crisis.

A dazzling flame streaked across the night sky like a meteor, carrying an aura of heat and destruction, heading straight for the courtyard where the two were.

This sudden turn of events seemed to freeze time, and a sense of tension and unease filled the air.

Nangong Yehua reacted as quickly as a cheetah hunting; he sensed the danger almost the instant the flames appeared.

Without the slightest hesitation, the chakra within his body surged wildly, instantly condensing into an indestructible Susanoo armor, tightly protecting him and Mei Terumi within it.

The fierce flames crashed into Susanoo's shield, unleashing a deafening roar and blinding light that seemed to make the entire courtyard tremble.

Once the dust settled, Nangong Yehua quickly deactivated Susanoo, his eyes blazing as he looked toward the direction from which the flames had come.

A black figure slowly descended from the night sky, like a messenger emerging from the underworld, carrying an undeniable sense of oppression.

When the figure was fully revealed in the moonlight, Nangong Yehua and Terumi Mei exclaimed in unison, "Uchiha Itachi!"

Uchiha Itachi, a name that once left countless legends in the ninja world, has now appeared before them in an unexpected way.

He wore a black bodysuit and carried a huge scythe called "Totsuka-no-Tsurugi" on his back. His eyes were deep and cold, as if he could see into the deepest part of people's hearts.

The moonlight shone on his face, outlining a handsome but slightly tired face, but his eyes shone with unwavering will and unpredictable danger.

"Uchiha Itachi..."

Nangong Yehua repeated the name softly, his heart filled with complex emotions. He knew that this senior's strength was unfathomable, and that his every appearance was by no means accidental.

What is your purpose in coming here?

Nangong Yehua asked in a deep voice, while secretly on guard, ready to deal with any possible situation at any time.

Uchiha Itachi did not answer immediately, but slowly took a few steps forward, his gaze sweeping back and forth between Nangong Yehua and Terumi Mei.

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