Chapter 228 Ye Weiyang

"Sure enough, it's really you!"

In a pub, two people sat face to face, without any joy of meeting an old friend in a foreign land, nor any excitement of meeting again after a long separation.

Or rather, these emotions were suppressed very well by the two of them.

But the two people behind them were not so calm, and their eyes became excited when they looked at each other.

"After all these years, you haven't changed at all, Tsunade!"

A slightly hoarse and low voice reached the ears of several people, along with that iconic smile.

"Orochimaru, aren't you going to give me an explanation?"

Ignoring the wine glass that Orochimaru pushed in front of her, Tsunade stared at the familiar stranger in front of her with her beautiful eyes without blinking.

The reason why it is familiar and unfamiliar is that Orochimaru's actions and strength were beyond her expectations.

"As you can see, Anko and I have also left Konoha."

Orochimaru ignored Tsunade's aggressive gaze and started drinking.

But this answer obviously did not satisfy Tsunade. After finishing the wine in the glass, Orochimaru continued.

"It's just that I'm not as lucky as you. I was designated as a traitor by Konoha!"

His words were still calm, and there was no sound that Orochimaru was emotional about this matter.

Although both of them are disciples of the Third Hokage, Tsunade has another identity, that is, the granddaughter of the First and Second Hokage.

Konoha Village was founded by her grandfather, and Princess Tsunade is not just a rumor.

Even if he ran away from Konoha, no one could or dared to say anything. It was just an immature child running away from home.

But Orochimaru was not so lucky. With the old villain Danzo behind the scenes, it was difficult for him not to be PUA.

These words made Tsunade droop her eyes slightly. If it were her, what would she think if she was defined as a traitor after giving so much for Konoha?

Most people would feel resentful even if they don't stand against Konoha.

"Huh... I hope one day you won't stand against me!"

Tsunade took a deep breath and said meaningfully, her eyes full of complexity.

Orochimaru looked at her with a hint of hidden meaning in her words and said angrily.

"If you become Hokage, I promise I won't become your enemy!"

The two grew up together, and sometimes they don't even need to say a word; just a look or an expression is enough to make things clear.

Tsunade was simply worried that Orochimaru resented Konoha and was moving step by step towards darkness. She felt a little guilty but had no way to speak up.

Orochimaru did not give a clear answer, and there was no need to say more.

How can you repay kindness with evil? She couldn't persuade Orochimaru to be magnanimous and let Konoha go, right? Don't persuade others to be kind without experiencing their suffering.

Tsunade couldn't help but pick up the wine glass and drink it all. She should have been happy to meet an old friend, but unexpectedly, she ended up feeling irritated.

"Okay! Let's not talk about this! Didn't you make a lot of money today? Don't you want to treat me to a midnight snack?"

As soon as he finished speaking, the depressing atmosphere in the room gradually eased.

Hongdou and Shizune behind him breathed a sigh of relief at the same time. Fortunately, the worst result did not happen.

"Lady Tsunade, what would you like to eat? The food here is very famous!"

Hongdou greeted the waiter and he immediately came in with the menu.

"I'll see, I'll see!"

Jingyin also came over. Even though she had eaten dinner, it didn't mean she couldn't eat anymore, especially some delicious food that she had never seen or heard of before.

Women are a species that can eat and digest at the same time.

The two of them were chattering and ordering food, and the atmosphere became lively.

"I wonder if your drinking capacity has decreased over the years!"

Orochimaru looked at Tsunade with a teasing look. All the more words were in the wine, and they could chat more easily after drinking.

"Tsk! I've traveled all over the country for so many years and I've never been afraid of drinking!"

After asking the waiter what good wine he had, Tsunade ordered two without hesitation.

Even Orochimaru felt overwhelmed when he saw this scene. This is white wine, and the lowest alcohol content is over 30 degrees. Aren't you afraid of getting hurt if you drink it by the box?

Looking at Tsunade's heroic aura, Orochimaru did not retreat. Who is afraid of whom?

"I will sacrifice my life to accompany you today!"

Soon the waiter started serving the dishes, including snails, grilled fish, grilled skewers, etc., all of which were staple dishes and specialties of the north.

For a moment, the table was filled with the clinking of glasses, as if the scenes from Tsunade's past were being replayed.

Shizune and Red Bean were not unfamiliar with each other. They chatted about their experiences during their travels over the years, from interesting stories in the ninja world to the scenery of the north, as if they had endless topics to talk about.

After Tsunade had a few conversations with Orochimaru, she gradually started the conversation.

Konoha's past, the situation in the ninja world, its own strength, etc.

Tsunade also gradually understood Orochimaru's experiences in recent years.

According to Orochimaru, he and Red Bean have traveled to many places since he left Konoha, and they have been collecting experimental materials and doing research along the way.

Tsunade didn't have any suspicions. Based on her understanding of Orochimaru, this was indeed Orochimaru's style.

Orochimaru did not deceive her, but it is not known whether the truth is that he was only doing research as he said.

"So many years have passed in the blink of an eye. I wonder how Jiraiya is doing now?"

After three rounds of drinks, the two naturally turned the topic to Jiraiya.

"That guy has lived a much better life than you and me. The last time I saw him, he was still as energetic as ever!"

How could he not be excited? Last time when he was on his way to the Land of Water, he met him halfway, and Jiraiya even bared his teeth at him.

"Do you think the night in Konoha is as beautiful as here?"

Through the glass window, Tsunade looked at the brightly lit Northland below. Because this tavern was located on a relatively high ground, most of the street scenes below were in sight.

Orochimaru didn't find it strange that Tsunade talked about such wild ideas. Maybe she was homesick.

The people of Konoha, the affairs of Konoha, every little bit of Konoha, unfortunately... we can't go back.

Before Orochimaru could reply, there was a sudden "bang" in the night sky outside the window, and a bright firework cut through the night sky.

"Wow...someone is setting off fireworks!"

"so beautiful!"

Shizune and Hongdou quickly crowded to the window, but it was a pity that the cell phone had not appeared yet, otherwise they would have definitely preserved the beauty of this moment.

"Fireworks fade away quickly, no matter how beautiful something is, it will fade away and will never see the dawn!"

Tsunade, with blushing cheeks, was also amazed by the scene. As soon as she finished speaking, a big hand pressed on her head.

The familiar feeling came back again. It was obvious that only Orochimaru was so bold.

"If something beautiful doesn't last forever, it proves that it's not perfect! Besides, it doesn't necessarily end here!"

Orochimaru's philosophical words rang in her ears again. Tsunade pushed his arm away, thinking that Orochimaru's research fever had struck again.

However, the next scene was beyond everyone's expectations, whether it was Shizune, Anko, Tsunade and others, or the tens of thousands of residents in the north.

At that time, we were young and spent our youth, with beautiful horses galloping and wine flowing in the air;

Love, hate, and vengeance come with the waves, and the song of summer cicadas wakes up the endless night!

That night, fireworks bloomed continuously in the sky above the north!

That night, the north turned night into day, and the gorgeous scene illuminated the entire night sky!

That night, Tsunade walked and sang, with someone to accompany her!