Chapter 271: The Civilian Leader
"Tsunade, some have questioned my strength, claiming it comes from human modification experiments, which tarnishes the legacy of the Second Hokage. To prove my innocence, I implore you to perform a thorough physical examination on me."
Sasuke's eyes were wide, unperturbed by the prospect. Tsunade looked at the somber Utatane Koharu and snorted: "Hmm, a frivolous political game."
However, as her second grandfather's reputation was at stake, she didn't mind acting as an impartial judge. "Let's go."
Without further ado, Tsunade began to undress Sasuke. As soon as she took off his shirt, she felt a pang of unease as she contemplated his imposing figure. Such an act made the usually carefree Tsunade blush. However, her unwavering ninja will prevented her from losing her composure.
"Advisor Koharu, begin," Sasuke's voice was calm, but brimming with power.
"Hmph!", Tsunade snorted, as her hands glowed with a soft green chakra, examining Sasuke from head to toe. As the world's best medical ninja, her perception could penetrate down to the cellular level.
"The chakra meridian system is complete, with no traces of grafts. The density of muscle fibers is extremely high, but the arrangement is natural. Bone strength is comparable to fine steel, and the hematopoietic function of the bone marrow is vigorous..."
After listening to the continuous reports, Koharu began to doubt and joined the inspection. "Tsunade, are you trying to protect this boy? Look at his physical strength, it almost rivals that of a beast! Is it something a normal ninja can achieve with training alone?"
Upon hearing this, the front-line ninjas exclaimed in awe. He possessed the physical strength of a beast, truly worthy of being Konoha's armored fortress.
Tsunade glared at her: "Old woman, what do you know? Haven't you heard that the Third Raikage, practicing the Lightning Style Chakra Mode, could face a tailed beast? Such a formidable physique is the result of practicing a powerful mystical technique to revitalize the body. It is not the result of external forces, but of self-cultivation."
To dispel the doubts, she carefully explained the situation. "Also, he has awakened his Ice Style Kekkei Genkai, which transforms every cell in his body. This is not the product of human experimentation, but the perfect combination of hard work, talent, legacy, and a touch of luck! It is the true path of the ninja!"
Tsunade's voice was loud and clear, resonating throughout the camp. Her conclusion, based on her authority, was definitive, shattering all rumors and slanders.
"Did you hear that? It's a secret technique! The Iron Wall Lord masters a body activation technique!"
"Of course! He has awakened his Kekkei Genkai, so it's possible for him to surpass the Third Raikage."
"As expected, the Iron Wall Lord's strength is the result of his own hard work."
After a brief silence, cheers echoed through the camp. Countless civilian ninjas were overwhelmed with emotion. In their hearts, the name "Konoha Iron Wall" had become a beacon that illuminated their path. Before their eyes, he proved that a common ninja, through his own effort, could possess a power that rivaled that of the clan geniuses.
"The Konoha Iron Wall!"
Waves of cheers rose. At that moment, Sasuke's image became even more majestic in the hearts of countless common ninjas. He represented not only immense strength but also a symbol of breaking down class barriers. The power and will of the common ninjas officially entered Konoha's historical stage with a formidable presence. And Sasuke was their most outstanding standard.
Koharu paled. Tsunade looked at the old woman with disdain and then, with indifference, looked at Sasuke's underwear. The sensual image that was reflected in her mind caused a wave of heat. She quickly grabbed his clothes and dressed him.
"It's all sorted out. I'm very busy. Take me back right away," she said, trying to calm her embarrassment.
"Tsunade, thanks for your effort. I'll take you back to the front," Sasuke put his arms around her waist and unleashed the Flying Thunder God Jutsu. A spatial wave shone and they both appeared at the main camp of the Land of Grass.
"How long do you want to hug me? Let go!", she said, wrapped in his embrace.
"Oh," Sasuke, realizing it, quickly let go.
"Hmph!", Tsunade snorted, expressing her disapproval. A sense of loss and regret washed over her. Seeing her expression, Sasuke, believing he had angered her, apologized and used the excuse of appeasing the ninjas to return to the front of the Land of the River.
"What an idiot!", Tsunade exclaimed, slapping herself on the head.
Upon returning, Sasuke found the front-line ninjas once again outraged. Koharu, for her part, remained calm, finally acting as an advisor.
"Sasuke-sama, look at this!", Yeshan's face was sullen as he handed over a scroll with orders.
"Hokage's order!", a chūnin roared furiously. "We have been ordered to march immediately, venturing into the heart of the Land of Wind, to attack the Daimyō's mansion! This, this is clearly sending us to our deaths!"
"We have served the village, shed blood, and what is the result? Not only have the reforms been stopped, but they are also trying to assassinate us."
How could the front-line ninjas not be furious? Many even unsheathed their kunai again, blocking the ANBU and Koharu.
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