Chapter 267: to choose
Chapter 267 Choice
In the operating room.
Tsuna grabbed Xiang Rin's arm, stared at the tooth marks on the latter's arm, and questioned his disciple sternly.
She could tell at a glance that Xiang Rin's method of treating Sasuke was not medical ninjutsu at all.
"Master Tsunade, I actually... have a special physique. As long as someone bites me, they can absorb the Yang Chakra in my body and heal the injury."
Xiang Rin was a little panicked, and explained cautiously.
"Why have you never told me about this before?" Tsunade asked, frowning.
"Before I came to Konoha, I was captured by a ninja from a small ninja village because I accidentally exposed my abilities, and I became their medical kit. I escaped with great difficulty...Since then, I was afraid that I would be targeted again, so I concealed my abilities."
Xiang Rin's eyes dimmed, and she narrated an unbearable tragic past.
Ming Yin, Sasuke and the others couldn't help being moved when they heard the words.
Seeing his disciple's pitiful appearance, Tsunade couldn't get angry again, so he let go of Xiang Rin's hand, and his tone softened a little:
"Xiang Rin, you must not be a commoner. Tell me, what is your last name?"
Out of intuition.
Tsunade has a premonition in his heart that there is some connection between Xiang Rin and Sasuke's attack, and Xiang Rin's true identity may be the key to answering this question.
Karin may have some difficulties, so I don't want to answer, but Tsunade must know.
Because, only when she knew what trouble her disciple was in, she could find a way to help the former solve it earlier, instead of waiting until the incident happened, maybe it would be too late.
"I…"
Xiang Rin hesitated, not knowing whether to tell the truth.
When she first came to Konoha, she even dyed her conspicuous red hair black on purpose, all the while being careful, just to conceal her identity.
Just at this time.
"Her last name is Uzumaki, Uzumaki Xianglin."
A voice suddenly came from the operating room, followed by a bang, and the door was pushed open.
Kakashi and Itachi rushed in with five or six Anbu ninjas, and surrounded Karin.
finally come.
Sasuke was relieved when he saw the reinforcements coming, and his mission was completed.
Xiang Rin's complexion changed instantly, and her body trembled involuntarily.
Tsunade noticed the strangeness of the disciple, his heart sank suddenly, and he asked again: "Xiang Rin, are you really from the Uzumaki clan? Why do you want to hide this kind of thing?"
She doesn't understand.
In Tsunade’s view, Konoha, the so-called ally, must bear some responsibility for the destruction of the Uzumaki clan.
It is Konoha who owes the Uzumaki family.
"Master Tsunade, this is how it happened."
Kakashi stepped forward, handed Konan's paper crane to Tsunade, and told the truth.
turn out to be.
The Uzumaki Xianglin in front of her eyes turned out to be a spy member of the Akatsuki organization. The reason why she approached Tsunade was also to spy on Konoha's confidential information through the latter.
As for why Xiang Rin refused to reveal her true identity, it was because her superior, the current leader of the Akatsuki Organization, was the fox kid from Konoha Village.
Naruto Uzumaki.
The two are of the same family.
Xiaonan's paper crane is Xianglin's reminder.
Ruined.
Xiang Ling knew that the general situation was over, and also knew that with her own strength, even if she tried desperately, she would not have any chance to escape from here.
But it must not fall into the hands of Konoha Anbe.
At that time, not to mention being tortured, Xianglin was worried that she would leak the organization's information and betray Naruto, Teacher Xiaonan and others.
Think here.
She slipped a pill up her sleeve, ready to kill herself.
As long as she swallows the pill at the right time, not only will she die suddenly on the spot, but even her brain tissue will be destroyed by the medicine, leaving Konoha's intelligence department helpless.
However.
Just when Xianglin was sweating profusely and decided to take medicine to commit suicide.
"Kakashi, just relying on an inexplicable paper crane, he charged my disciple with such a serious crime, and even led people into the operating room to arrest him. Do you think it's appropriate?"
While talking, Tsunade put the paper crane on the flame of the alcohol lamp in front of everyone, and watched it burn to ashes.
Then, she shielded Karin behind her, and blocked Kakashi and Itachi herself.
this…
No one expected that Tsunade would come out like this.
Kakashi's face changed, and then persuaded:
"Master Tsunade, please don't embarrass us.
If you are worried, you can go to the intelligence department with us and watch the interrogation of Xiang Rin from the sidelines. I guarantee that the interrogation process will be absolutely fair and just.
If she is really innocent, I, the Minister of Anbu, am willing to take all the responsibilities. "
Tsunade didn’t like this, immediately frowned, and said coldly:
"Are you threatening me, Kakashi? And you, Uchiha Itachi, it was Xiang Rin who saved your brother, but you took revenge to catch her, don't you think you did too much?"
The voice just fell.
Boom.
A powerful air flow erupted from Tsunade's body without warning, and immediately swept the entire operating room.
Click.
Cracks like spider webs instantly appeared on the ground under her feet, spreading along the floor to the wall.
All the Anbu present, including Kakashi and Itachi, all changed their expressions drastically for a moment, and retreated involuntarily.
Domineering exposed.
This is the power of Tsunade's imposing manner, without the need to make a move, it can make the opponent tremble with fear and dare not step forward.
"Master Tsunade..."
Xiang Rin looked at Tsunade's back standing in front of her, and her eyes were already moist without knowing it.
Five years ago, she volunteered and left the Akatsuki organization alone to come to Konoha and became a spy.
After a simple investigation, she aimed at Tsunade.
So.
From top grades in ninja school, showing amazing medical ninja talent, to attracting Tsunade's attention, passing the latter's assessment, and being accepted as a disciple by him.
Along the way, Xianglin's plan went very smoothly.
Maybe it's because she is very talented in medical ninjutsu, maybe her character suits Tsunade's appetite, or maybe it's because Tsunade is getting older and lonely.
In short, Tsunade is very concerned about this disciple of Karin, and puts a lot of time and energy into the latter, raising him like a daughter.
And fragrant.
Since her mother passed away, this is the first time she has felt maternal love from Tsunade in so many years.
However, for the benefit of the organization, she had to use Tsunade to spy on Konoha information from the latter.
This made Xianglin feel very tormented inside. Under the seemingly optimistic and lively appearance, she actually lived in pain and self-loathing every day.
So, death is a kind of relief for Xianglin.
at this time.
When she saw that Tsunade stood up to protect her without hesitation even though she knew she was a spy, Xiang Rin could no longer control herself, and she was moved to tears.
Then, her voice sounded behind Tsunade.
"Master Tsunade, they are right, I am a spy of the Akatsuki organization. I have been lying to you, sorry."
Xiang Rin took the initiative to step forward, breaking the tense silence in the conference room, and then said to Kakashi and Itachi, "My lords, Tsunade-sama has no knowledge of my identity from beginning to end, I hope you don't embarrass her."
Although Tsunade is determined to protect Xiang Rin.
But Xiang Rin didn't want to hurt Tsunade because of herself, this woman...is also a teacher and a mother to her.
"Xiang Rin, you..."
Tsunade grabbed his disciple's arm again, and glared at the latter with an angry face, as if he was going to have an attack in the next second, but in the end—
She still slowly let go of her hand.
Xiang Rin himself admitted to being a spy, even Tsunade couldn't keep this disciple.
but.
Kakashi and Itachi didn't step forward to arrest them immediately, but after looking at each other, they turned sideways and made way for each other.
Immediately after.
An invisible and huge pressure surged from outside the door like a tide, and immediately filled the entire operating room, making people feel like they were at the bottom of a hundred meters of water.
Almost want to suffocate.
The person does not show up, but the aura arrives first.
Moreover, there is an existence stronger than Tsunade's aura, and there is only one person in the whole Konoha.
Sixth Hokage Uchiha break.
A tall and stalwart figure slowly walked into the operating room, like a ghost descending.
Plop.
Xiang Rin fell to the ground on the spot, trembling all over, with a terrified expression.
In front of the section, she couldn't even stand firm.
Tsunade was also pale.
Sixth Generation Uchiha Dan, privately said by many, is the greatest Hokage ever, but also the laziest Hokage.
He never cared about the big and small affairs in the village, and almost handed them over to his subordinates.
But at this moment.
Even this guy was present in person, which is enough to show the seriousness of the matter.
Xiang Rin, I'm doomed.
However.
The next development of the matter was once again beyond everyone's expectations.
The broken gaze swept across the operating room, and finally fell on Xianglin, with an inexplicable look in his eyes.
After a suffocating moment of silence.
"Choose yourself, Uzumaki Xianglin."
Duan suddenly opened his mouth and said something inexplicable.
"Choose... what?" Xianglin looked up at this man who was as tall as a god, and said tremblingly.
"Whether to go or stay, it's up to you."
The assertion was astonishing, and he promised Xianglin, "If you promise to cut off the connection with Akatsuki, stay and stay by Tsunade's side, then nothing will happen. However, you can leave if you want, and no one will stop you."
After the voice fell, everyone present widened their eyes.
Ignoring the shocked-looking people, Duan walked to the side chair and sat down, raising Erlang's legs:
"I'll give you a minute to think about it."
After finishing speaking, he folded his hands on his chest and began to close his eyes and meditate.
Then.
Swish Swish Swish.
Everyone's eyes fell on Xiang Rin, waiting for her to make a decision.
Hokage-sama gave Xiang Rin conditions that were extremely tolerant.
As long as she betrays the Akatsuki organization and takes refuge in Konoha, the crimes she committed before will not be punished.
On the contrary, if she wants to leave, she can retreat without any punishment.
Time keeps ticking.
Ten seconds, thirty seconds, fifty seconds.
This minute may seem short, but it is extremely long in Xianglin's heart.
It stands to reason that after hearing Duan's promise, she shouldn't have any hesitation, and she could walk out of this room and leave Konoha on the spot.
after all.
At the beginning, it was Naruto and Konan-sensei who rescued Xiang Rin from the evil cave in Cao Ninja Village and gave her a new life.
She had to repay her kindness.
But when I think of Tsunade-sama, think of the care and love he has given me in the past few years, think of her desperate need to protect herself just now...
Xiang Rin's heart fell into a fierce struggle for a while.
finally.
"Time is up."
Duan said lightly, and opened his eyes again.
Xiang Rin clenched her fists, and after a fierce battle between heaven and man in her heart, she finally looked at Tsunade and said with all her courage:
"I'm sorry, Tsunade-sama."
Next.
Without waiting for Tsunade to respond, Xiang Rin rushed to the window and jumped out.
"Xiangling..."
Tsunade murmured out his disciple's name, obviously he was greatly shocked, and sat down on the stool, as if his strength had been taken away from his whole body.
Silence.
In the operating room, it was deadly quiet, no one spoke.
After a while.
"Take Sasuke to the ward to recuperate."
Shizune spoke first, let Sasuke get on the cart, and sent him to the ward.
Kakashi and Itachi looked at each other in blank dismay, then bowed to Duan, and left with Anbu.
In the operating room, only Tsunade and Dan were left.
It's been a long time again.
"That child's personality is very similar to mine. It turns out that she is from the Uzumaki family, no wonder she has a hot temper and is straightforward..."
Tsunade spoke suddenly, recalling Xiang Rin, and finally sighed, "I have always regarded her as my daughter."
Duan glanced at Tsunade with a puzzled look on his face:
"If you want a daughter so much, give birth to one yourself, your own child will not betray your mother."
"That's not necessarily the case. Didn't the ancestor of the Uchiha clan, the Six Paths Sage, betray his mother and seal her into the moon?"
Tsunade sneered, as if he had found the punching bag, and said sarcastically, "And your daughter, Marisa, I heard that she is very rebellious. She has always opposed you as a father at a young age. When she grows up, I am afraid she will betray you sooner or later."
Hearing the words, he shook his head:
"No, it's just a game between us father and daughter, it's a kind of fun. You won't understand, you will know when you have a daughter yourself."
"With whom?"
Tsunade rolled his eyes and asked angrily.
Duan was very enthusiastic, and spread his hands to Tsunade:
"To be honest, for the sake of our friendship for so many years, I can help you. It can be regarded as helping others, and continuing the incense for the Thousand Hands..."
"roll!"
Before he finished speaking, Tsunade stood up and yelled angrily, interrupting his nonsense.
"OK."
Juan was originally intended to distract Tsunade's attention and make her feel better. Now that the goal has been achieved, she stands up and prepares to leave.
He just walked to the door, though.
"etc!"
Tsunade stopped Duan, and said dejectedly, "Are you free? Accompany me for a drink or two."
Since quitting gambling.
When encountering such an unhappy thing, it seems that the only way left is to drink away the sorrow.
After thinking for a while, he opened his mouth and said:
"I have a few bottles of good wine in my office. They were paid by wealthy businessmen from the Land of Winds. I heard they are fifty years old."
"Walk."
Tsunade strode past Duan, and was the first to leave the operating room.