After assimilating the Dragon Vein, Yuzuru did not choose to release Kaguya Otsutsuki from the seal on the moon.
Although, with his current power, his odds of victory against Kaguya had already reached ninety-eight percent, Yuzuru still felt it was a little risky.
It would be better to wait until he possessed power beyond the level of the Six Paths. That way, there would be no problems when facing Kaguya.
After all, at her peak, Kaguya had reached the level of Kekkei Mora. Even peak Six Paths Madara had had his heart easily pierced by the Black Zetsu she left behind.
Against an existence like that, Yuzuru felt that no amount of caution was excessive.
Just like that, life gradually settled back into peace.
However, the scene of Yuzuru standing atop the Five-Clawed Golden Dragon became a totem of faith in many people's hearts.
Almost every household in the ninja world had an image of the "Imperial Dragon Ascension."
And products related to the image of the "Five-Clawed Golden Dragon"—plush dolls, posters, carvings, and more—quickly became popular across the entire ninja world.
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"I really should start considering copyright protection."
Early morning.
Yuzuru lay in a rocking chair, stroking his chin in thought.
The explosive popularity of all kinds of derivative versions of the Five-Clawed Golden Dragon made him think about the issue of copyright.
The current ninja world had no concept of copyright protection.
Take songs, for example.
Many original singers were not even as popular as cover singers.
Sometimes, people only remembered the cover singer, while no one knew who the original singer was.
As for things like books, there was even less need to mention them.
The same content could have dozens of different author names in different places.
Of course, Yuzuru was not thinking about this to make a profit. Rather, as the lives of people in the ninja world gradually became stable and prosperous, the existence of piracy really would dampen everyone's enthusiasm for creation.
Just then, a pleasant hum sounded beside his ear.
"The tears of those bygone years have yet to dry..."
Yuzuru looked toward the sound and happened to see Tsunade walking out from the backyard, dressed in a fresh and efficient manner.
"Tsunade, you're up this early? Did the sun rise from the west?"
Tsunade rolled her eyes and quickly walked over to Yuzuru's side. "I have something to do today. I need to make a trip to Konoha Hospital."
"Oh?" Yuzuru glanced at Tsunade curiously. "What is it?"
Ever since the complete medical ninja system was established, Tsunade had handed all the authority in her hands over to Shizune and Rin.
Although she was still the honorary head of Konoha Hospital, Tsunade had long since stopped involving herself in its affairs.
But today, she was actually saying she needed to go to Konoha Hospital!
Yuzuru immediately became curious.
After hearing Yuzuru's question, Tsunade suddenly bent down and leaned close to his ear.
"Yuzuru, Shizune said she discovered someone with incredible talent in medical ninjutsu. She might even be more talented than both her and Rin. Shizune and Rin don't have the confidence to teach her, so they want me to take her as a disciple."
"I heard she's also a great beauty..."
"Yuzuru, do you want to come with me and take a look?"
Tsunade's voice was filled with temptation, making Yuzuru unable to stop himself from swallowing. He said softly, "Then I'll go with you."
"Hmph! Pathetic."
Tsunade slapped away Yuzuru's wandering hand and said angrily, "The moment you hear she's a beauty, you want to rush over. You're just a pervert!"
Yuzuru stood up and said with dissatisfaction, "Call me a great pervert!"
"Bah!"
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Konoha Hospital.
Looking at Yuzuru following right behind her, Tsunade sighed helplessly.
If she had known this would happen, she should not have said anything extra.
Now this was great. She might not gain a disciple, but she might gain another sister instead.
The two entered the room and immediately saw the woman anxiously waiting inside.
She had neat, short pink hair, and her ninja forehead protector had been cleverly used like a hair clip to hold her hair in place.
Her emerald-green eyes were as beautiful as flowers, giving her a lively, graceful charm whenever her gaze shifted.
The woman had been muttering to herself in front of the window. When she heard the door open, she was startled.
When she turned around and saw Yuzuru and Tsunade, she nearly fell straight to the floor.
"Lord Yu-Yu-Yuzuru?!"
"No need to be nervous. I just heard that a very talented medical ninja had appeared in the village, so I came by to take a look while passing through."
Yuzuru smiled and comforted her.
Sure enough, just as he had guessed, the ninja Tsunade called highly talented in medical ninjutsu was Sakura Haruno!
"Y-Yes, Lord Yuzuru."
"Ah, no, that's not right. Greetings, Lady Tsunade!"
At this moment, Sakura was already so nervous that her words were coming out in a complete mess.
She had never expected Yuzuru to actually come here together with Tsunade.
The person she had longed for day and night had suddenly appeared in front of her, and Sakura felt as if her heart was about to leap out of her chest.
"Your charm has grown again..."
Tsunade leaned close to Yuzuru's ear and whispered.
She had seen Sakura's entire reaction, and it truly left her feeling helpless.
It was one thing for Yuzuru to be lecherous, but the problem was that he also happened to be the type who was a "girl killer."
His handsome looks, flowing white hair, and the added weight of his identity as emperor...
There probably was not a single young girl in the ninja world whose heart had begun to stir who could withstand that kind of impact.
Just look at Sakura, whom Shizune and Rin had evaluated as "calm, composed, and highly resistant to pressure." Her current state was enough to show just how great Yuzuru's charm really was.
Thinking of this, Tsunade cleared her throat and said, "You're Sakura Haruno, right? I'm going to test your abilities now. This will serve as my evaluation for how I'll teach you in the future."
"Um... Lady Tsunade, could I ask Lord Yuzuru to step outside for a moment?"
"Step outside?"
"I-I can't stop trembling whenever I see Lord Yuzuru..."
After hearing Sakura's words, Yuzuru did not say anything. He simply turned and left the room.
However, his heart was filled with curiosity.
Based on his impression of Sakura, although she had somewhat of a lovestruck side, she had improved a lot after growing up.
No matter how charming he was, it should not be enough to make her become like this, right?
One hour later.
The door was pushed open.
Tsunade and Sakura walked out one after another.
Seeing Yuzuru, Tsunade rolled her eyes. "You really are drowning in romantic luck."
"Hm?"
"Hmph!"
Tsunade gave a light snort, then turned to Sakura and smiled. "Sakura, your talent is very good. From now on, I'll be the one teaching you."
"It just so happens that Yuzuru has time today, so have him show you around Konoha properly."
After saying that, Tsunade even winked at Sakura.
Sakura lowered her head shyly, her hands constantly fiddling with the hem of her clothes.
Seeing the two of them act like this, Yuzuru was completely baffled.
This...
What exactly was going on?