Naruto: Wooing Tsunade from Day One!-Chapter 361: Showcasing Unique Abilities

"Tsunade probably won't be able to dodge this."

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Before the onlookers could finish talking, the Yatagarasu and Tsunade collided head-on. A human body seemed insignificant compared to the immense size of the Yatagarasu's beak.

"Gate of Pain, open."

After years of refinement, Tsunade's mastery of the Eight Inner Gates had reached astonishing levels. With a thunderous roar, she opened the fourth gate. Green energy surged around her, and the burst of chakra radiating from her body left everyone watching in awe. The sheer intensity of her chakra was a testament to her status as the Kage of Konoha—peerless in the Ninja World.

Tsunade's small, crimson-glowing fist slammed into the Yatagarasu with explosive force.

Bang!

The impact created an invisible shockwave, its intensity nearly toppling the weaker onlookers. The scene left them utterly dumbfounded, momentarily filling some with the illusion that such a feat might even be within their own reach.

With a single strike, the mighty Yatagarasu dispersed into smoke, vanishing into the air.

"Lady Hokage, you're quite capable," Nagato commented from a distance. His tone remained calm, with even a hint of mockery, as though the loss of his summon hadn't fazed him in the slightest.

"Bastard, take this!"

Tsunade, her rage evident, spread her chakra-enhanced wings and launched herself at Nagato. With the Fourth Gate open, her speed had reached astonishing levels, far beyond what most could follow. To the onlookers, she was nothing more than a streak of crimson light blazing through the sky.

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"I'm not fighting you anymore."

"Shinra Tensei."

Nagato extended his arms, releasing an overwhelming repulsive force. The energy rippled outward, obliterating everything in its radius. Tsunade's advance was stopped abruptly as she was thrown backward with incredible force. Trees splintered and fell as her body crashed through them, only stopping after knocking down over a dozen.

Around Nagato, the battlefield was unrecognizable—a barren circle devoid of anything. Those who had been closer to him were caught in the edges of the technique and were sent flying, tumbling across the ground before shakily regaining their footing. Despite the chaos, they remained unharmed and quickly turned back to observe, eager to see what would happen next.

"What kind of ninjutsu is this?"

"It doesn't even require hand seals?"

"Tsunade was sent flying. She might not be able to win."

"Don't be so sure—Tsunade hasn't used her full strength yet."

The onlookers murmured among themselves, opinions divided. Many were now convinced of Nagato's superiority, his display of strength and mastery over the Rinnegan leaving them in awe. The abilities he had demonstrated thus far, combined with his physical prowess, had cemented Akatsuki's reputation in their eyes.

For some, Akatsuki's standing had grown even more formidable, elevating them to a level that rivaled—or even surpassed—the great villages.

Unlike Konoha, where the strongest ninja didn't always occupy the seat of Hokage, Akatsukigakure seemed to operate on raw power and efficiency. This wasn't a frivolous organization to be dismissed; it was a force that demanded serious attention, far removed from the antics of lesser villages chasing only wealth.

"Summoning Technique."

With a resounding noise, Tsunade reappeared before everyone, standing atop the colossal Katsuyu. Its size dwarfed even three Gamabuntas combined, and the visual impact it created was beyond words.

The stunned, gaping mouths of the onlookers said it all.

"We're really going up against something that small?"

Tsunade's voice was calm yet firm, clearly addressing Katsuyu. The connection between them was evident, their exchange flowing effortlessly.

Tsunade's gaze remained locked on Nagato in the distance, her expression resolute.

"If you say it's difficult, then I'll do my best. After all, you know I'm not good at fighting," Katsuyu replied in a gentle tone.

The conversation, overheard by the onlookers, was an extraordinary display of the gravity Tsunade placed on this battle. None of them had ever witnessed a summoned beast of such magnitude before. Many began to wonder if even the legendary Tailed Beasts could rival this creature in size.

"Is this your summoned beast?" Nagato called out. "It doesn't look very impressive."

Although Nagato considered calling it disgusting, he wisely refrained. As the saying goes, "Out of sight, out of mind." There was no need to offend Katsuyu unnecessarily.

"Yes, Katsuyu," Tsunade replied. "The opponent is very difficult, so I'm counting on you."

"We're being underestimated," Katsuyu commented softly, her tone unperturbed by Nagato's remark.

"Five Release Great Combo Technique."

Four clones appeared around Nagato, each forming hand seals for different elemental techniques. The combined attack—a cascade of fire, water, earth, lightning, and wind—shot towards Katsuyu with incredible force, coming from multiple directions.

"He's proficient in five types of ninjutsu."

"The chakra expenditure is terrifying—it's like a Tailed Beast."

"Even one of those techniques would be impossible for me to block."

The onlookers murmured in awe, their amazement growing. Few in the Ninja World could master all five chakra natures, let alone execute such a powerful combination. What impressed them even more was Nagato's calm demeanor, showing no strain despite the immense chakra cost.

"Acid Slime."

In response, Katsuyu countered with her signature technique. A yellow, viscous liquid with highly corrosive properties spewed from her mouth, its unappealing appearance belying its devastating power. The larger Katsuyu's form, the more destructive this attack became.

The two techniques collided with a deafening explosion. The acid scattered in all directions, raining down over the battlefield. Trees dissolved instantly, leaving behind nothing but ash. Onlookers caught in the blast zone screamed in agony, their clothes and skin burned away by the corrosive liquid. Some had already begun to turn to pus, their injuries horrifying. The ground was littered with shredded, sticky clothing.

This marked the first casualties since the fight had begun. Yet neither Tsunade nor Nagato spared a thought for the spectators. Watching a battle of this caliber required more than mere curiosity—it demanded caution. If these bystanders wanted to enjoy the spectacle, they needed to accept the risks involved.

The survivors, learning their lesson, wisely retreated two miles from the battlefield. Those injured fled to Akatsukigakure in search of medical aid, unintentionally contributing to the village's economy.

"Use whatever tricks you have left," Tsunade said, her voice unwavering. "Or don't blame me for not giving you a chance."

Katsuyu, carrying Tsunade, slowly wriggled forward, closing the distance to Nagato.