Crossover: The Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation, starting with cultivation with the Six Flowers Im

They praised it highly. Tsunade, on the other hand, preferred the more flavorful dishes, nodding and praising them as she tasted them.

During the meal, the three of them frequently burst into cheerful laughter, as if they had left all their troubles behind.

They enjoyed this rare time together, and their friendship was elevated at that moment.

After the meal, the three strolled through the streets and alleys, experiencing the city's prosperity and hustle and bustle.

They would sometimes stop to admire the scenery along the roadside, and sometimes step into a small shop to pick out some unique trinkets. On this beautiful morning, they created unforgettable memories.

On the bustling streets, Nangong Yehua, Terumi Mei, and Tsunade strolled along, enjoying a rare moment of leisure.

The sounds of street vendors hawking their wares, pedestrians chatting and laughing, and the occasional sounds of children playing in the distance.

They intertwine to form a vivid picture of everyday life. Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting its glow upon them, adding a touch of warmth and comfort to the journey.

Nangong Yehua's gaze swept through the bustling crowd, occasionally pausing to point to an interesting stall and share her discovery with Terumi Mei.

Mei Terumi, on the other hand, looked very excited, occasionally letting out a silvery laugh, as if she had returned to her carefree girlhood.

Although Tsunade remained relatively silent, her eyes revealed her appreciation and longing for this peaceful life.

Just as the three were immersed in this rare tranquility, Nangong Yehua suddenly stopped, turned to face Tsunade, and his eyes held a mixture of tenderness and determination:

"Tsunade, would you like to go back to Konoha for a visit?"

Upon hearing this, a flicker of surprise crossed Tsunade's eyes, quickly replaced by a complex mix of emotions. She lowered her head slightly, her voice tinged with uncertainty:

"Is it alright? But I'm afraid there might be danger..."

Konoha, the place that holds so many memories and pain for her, evokes both nostalgia and fear in her.

Nangong Yehua gently patted Tsunade's shoulder, his tone full of confidence and comfort:

"With me here, what is there to be afraid of? No matter what difficulties we encounter, I will protect you."

His eyes were firm yet warm, as if they could dispel all gloom.

Mei Terumi listened from the side, a smile playing on her lips. She understood that for Tsunade, Konoha was not just a place, but also the home of her soul.

So she softly echoed:

"Then it's decided. It just so happens that I haven't been to Konoha in a long time, so we can go and have a look together."

Tsunade raised her head and looked at Nangong Yehua and Terumi Mei, her eyes glistening with tears—tears of emotion and joy.

She took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind:

"Let's set off and head back to Konoha!"

After saying that, she laughed happily like a child, a smile so pure and radiant that it seemed as if all her troubles had vanished in that instant.

The three then quickened their pace and headed towards Konoha.

On the way, they talked about their memories of Konoha, stories about youth, friendship, and dreams.

Nangong Yehua recounted her experiences with Tsunade in Konoha.

Chapter 597 Konoha is now a ruin

Those years of fighting side by side and growing together; Mei Terumi shares her first impressions of Konoha and her unique insights into the ninja world.

As Tsunade listened to their stories, a warm feeling welled up inside her. She seemed to see the Konoha that was once full of laughter and joy, the place she both loved and hated.

She knew that this trip back was not only to reminisce about the past, but also to find inner peace and strength.

As the three got closer to Konoha, the surrounding scenery gradually became familiar.

Those familiar streets, buildings, and faces seemed to be telling stories of the past. Tsunade's feelings became increasingly complex, a mixture of anticipation and nervousness.

Finally, they arrived at the entrance to Konoha Village. Gazing at the familiar Hokage Rock, Tsunade took a deep breath, as if trying to inhale this long-lost sense of belonging into her chest.

She strode forward, leading Nangong Yehua and Zhao Meiming on their journey back to the village.

Nangong Yehua, Terumi Mei, and Tsunade, three former heroes of Konoha, each carrying their own stories and memories.

They embarked on their journey home. In their hearts, Konoha Village was a land forever full of vitality and harmony, the place where youth and dreams set sail.

However, when they finally set foot on this long-lost land, the scene before them shattered their beautiful vision like a sharp blade.

Konoha Village, once hailed as the "heart of the Land of Fire," now seems shrouded in the shadow of war, having lost its former glory and tranquility.

Nangong Yehua's steps were heavy, his gaze sweeping over the dilapidated houses, those once sturdy buildings.

Now only ruins remain, as if telling of endless sorrow and pain.

He remembers that this place used to be a playground where children laughed and ran, and a corner where the elderly leisurely played chess. Now, all of that is gone.

Mei Terumi frowned, her eyes filled with both shock and anger.

As the former Mizukage of Kirigakure, she knew all too well the destruction and suffering brought by war, but she never expected that this misfortune would also befall Konoha.

On both sides of the street, the once bustling shops are now just empty shelves, with goods scattered all over the ground, covered with dust and bloodstains.

The wind blew, stirring up gusts of fine dust, and the air was filled with an indescribable desolation and bleakness, a unique scent left behind by war that chilled the heart.

Asking for flowers

Tsunade, one of the legendary Sannin, had a heart full of mixed emotions. She had personally protected this land and witnessed its prosperity and flourishing.

However, the Konoha before us seems like a corner forgotten by time, with every ruin silently accusing the crimes of war.

She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to recall the vibrant and hopeful Konoha from her memories, but there was nothing but desolation in the air.

On the streets, apart from the occasional bloodstains, not even a stray cat or dog could be seen. The entire village seemed to be shrouded in an invisible fear, so deathly silent that it was unsettling.

The three continued on their journey, each step treading on the scars of history.

They saw the former ninja academy, the place where countless young ninjas' dreams took flight, but now only the dilapidated school gate and ruins remained.

The distant Fire Shadow Rock, though still standing, appeared exceptionally lonely and desolate under the setting sun.

Chapter 598 The Handiwork of Pain

Those heroic statues once carved in the rocks now seem to be shrouded in the shadow of war, having lost their former glory.

Nangong Yehua, Terumi Mei, and Tsunade were filled with grief and determination.

Nangong Yehua, Terumi Mei, and Tsunade walked side by side on the ruins of Konoha Village, each step treading on the dust of history, their hearts filled with indescribable sorrow.

The afterglow of the setting sun spilled onto the ruins, making this once bustling area of ​​"343" appear particularly desolate.

Their faces were solemn, and their eyes revealed a deep attachment to and helplessness towards this land.

Just then, Nangong Yehua suddenly stopped, his brows furrowed, as if he had sensed something unusual.

He looked around; the surrounding ruins appeared exceptionally silent in the setting sun, without even a whisper of wind.

However, it was precisely this unusual silence that intensified his vigilance.

"Come out!" Nangong Yehua shouted, his voice echoing through the empty street, but it did not elicit any response.

He squinted, carefully sensing the changes around him, trying to catch that subtle movement.

Just then, a figure slowly emerged from the shadows at the street corner. His steps were steady and powerful, each step seemingly telling some unknown secret.

When this person was fully exposed to the setting sun, Nangong Yehua, Mei Terumi, and Tsunade couldn't help but gasp – the newcomer was none other than Pain!

Pain, the mysterious being who once walked the world in the name of a god, using endless pain and despair as weapons, and attempted to overthrow the entire ninja world.

His appearance undoubtedly cast an even greater shadow over the already devastated Konoha Village.

"As expected of Lord Nangong Yehua, his senses are so sharp."

Pain's voice was calm and indifferent, as if he were not the instigator of war, but an observer, coldly watching the joys and sorrows of this world.

Nangong Yehua stared intently at Pain, his eyes filled with anger and resentment:

"Pain, tell me what happened to Konoha? Why did it become like this?"

Pain smiled slightly, but there was no warmth in that smile:

"What's going on? The people of Konoha are too foolish to oppose me. There should never be peace and tranquility in this world."

"Only endless pain and despair are eternal truths. Since they have chosen to be my enemies, then I have no choice but to let them pay the price of destruction."

Upon hearing this, Nangong Yehua's anger burned even more fiercely. He clenched his fists, as if to transform his rage and resentment into boundless power to utterly destroy the enemy before him.

"Pain, you're wrong! This world isn't just about pain and despair; it also has love and hope. The people of Konoha have chosen to fight against you."

"It is precisely because they believe that there are still things in this world worth protecting."

"And you, responding to their beliefs with destruction, your actions will only make this world more chaotic and dark!"

4. Pain's expression changed slightly; he seemed to have been touched on a sensitive nerve by Nangong Yehua's words.

However, he quickly regained his composure and said coldly:

"Lord Nangong Yehua, your words may be pleasing to the ear, but they cannot change the essence of this world."

"Pain and despair are the true reflection of this world, and I am merely following its laws."

Chapter 599 Becoming a Demon? Then you can die.

Just then, Mei Terumi and Tsunade stood beside Nangong Yehua, their eyes also filled with determination and courage.

Mei Terumi began to speak:

"Pain, you may think your power is enough to destroy everything, but you are wrong. True power comes not from destruction, but from creation and protection."

"Although the people of Konoha have suffered heavy losses, their beliefs and will will never be defeated!"

Pain looked at the three people before him, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. However, he quickly regained his coldness and resolve:

"Hmph, no matter what you 14 say, you cannot change my mind. This world will eventually fall into endless pain and despair."

"And I will be the witness and executor of all of this."

Upon hearing this, Nangong Yehua, Mei Terumi, and Tsunade all took a deep breath. They knew that the battle against Pain was now inevitable.

Nangong Yehua stared at Pain, a complex light flickering in his deep eyes.

Payne's cold and resolute expression was like a hard rock, unshakeable. Nangong Yehua shook his head helplessly and sighed:

"You're a genius, what a pity."

This statement is both an acknowledgment of Payne's abilities and a lament for his misguided path.

Instead, he chose pain and despair as his weapons, attempting to overthrow the entire ninja world. This waste of talent and ability deeply pained Nangong Yehua.

However, words of persuasion could not change Payne's mind.

Nangong Yehua knew that only by demonstrating his strength could he make Payne take his choice seriously.

Without further hesitation, he moved swiftly, charging towards Payne like an arrow released from a bow, and a fierce battle erupted instantly.

Nangong Yehua's speed and strength have reached an astonishing level. His punches are like whistling winds, and each strike contains earth-shattering power.

However, Pain was no pushover either. He quickly deployed his defenses and used the power of Shinra Tensei to neutralize Nangong Yehua's attacks one by one.

However, Nangong Yehua was not discouraged. He knew that Payne's weakness lay in his over-reliance on external forces in his fighting style, while neglecting to improve his own strength.

So he began to adjust his tactics, no longer launching attacks blindly, but instead looking for Payne's weaknesses.

During a fierce exchange, Nangong Yehua suddenly shifted to the side, skillfully dodging a heavy punch from Payne.

At the same time, he took the opportunity to get close to Payne and launched a series of close-range attacks with lightning speed.

These attacks were extremely fast and came at tricky angles, making it difficult for Payne to defend himself for a while.

43 Payne's expression began to turn serious.

He hadn't expected that Nangong Yehua would be able to adapt to his fighting style so quickly and find an opening to counterattack.

He attempted to launch Shinra Tensei again to neutralize Nangong Yehua's attack, but this time he failed.

Nangong Yehua seemed to have seen through his movements and anticipated his defensive methods, thus successfully avoiding his counterattack.

As the battle intensified, Payne gradually found himself on the defensive.

Nangong Yehua's attacks were like a relentless storm, leaving him no chance to catch his breath.

His defenses began to show numerous flaws, and Nangong Yehua seized the opportunity to launch an even more ferocious offensive.

Chapter 600 Pain? I'll Beat Him Up

After a fierce exchange, Nangong Yehua suddenly leaped up and delivered a powerful punch to Payne's chest.

This attack was incredibly powerful, sending Payne flying backward and crashing heavily onto the ruins.