Tsunade Can Hear My Inner Voice

Chapter 120: Chapter 120: Yakumo’s Request

"Release Kurenai and send her back!"

Kamizuki Hikari was a man with principles. He absolutely could not tolerate such a thing happening right in front of him.

Yakumo withdrew her hand, and Kurenai obediently stepped aside, standing there without sensing anything amiss—as if this were the most natural thing in the world.

"This is a buy-one-get-one-free deal, you know!"

Yakumo pointed at Kurenai and said to Hikari, "I’ve done my research. Kurenai-sensei is quite popular in Konoha. And I’ve specifically checked—Asuma hasn’t gotten his way with her yet!"

"As long as you fulfill my request, she’ll be your plaything."

It had to be said, this offer was incredibly tempting for any man.

The reason hypnotism-themed fantasies were so popular was that deep down, everyone harbored a devil within. The moment you loosened its restraints, it would consume you.

"You don’t seem to understand—I like a little interaction. Someone like her, who’s basically just a doll now... even if something happened, what fun would that be?" Hikari replied.

His words made Yakumo frown slightly. She then turned to Kurenai, her expression darkening for a moment.

"In that case, I’ll just have to reshape Kurenai-sensei’s personality."

What the—?!

This girl was utterly unreasonable!

How could such a terrifying—yet somehow appealing—ability even exist?

"Wait, chotto matte!" Kamizuki Hikari didn’t want to return to the village only to find Tsunade issuing a wanted poster for him.

Sure, Kurenai might be considered the weakest among Konoha’s jōnin in overall ability, but her genjutsu skills were unique in the village. Tsunade, newly appointed as Hokage, had no intention of targeting her.

Not just Kurenai—even the Sarutobi clan hadn’t faced any schemes from Tsunade.

Unlike the scheming Third Hokage, Tsunade preferred a straightforward approach.

If you’re capable, prove it. If not, get lost—don’t waste her time.

Playing dirty tricks behind someone’s back wasn’t Tsunade’s style.

"What’s wrong?" Yakumo looked at Hikari in confusion. "Do you want to customize her personality yourself? If so, just tell me what you’re aiming for—gentle and caring, cold and aloof, bold and seductive, or sweet and obedient. Whatever you want, I can make it happen."

"Please, let’s talk this out calmly!" Kamizuki Hikari wiped away the non-existent sweat on his forehead.

He wasn’t hot or tired—he was just internally mourning the fact that he had to reject such an enticing offer.

"Oh, I’m listening!" Yakumo sat down obediently, motioning for Kurenai to stand behind her.

"Ahem."

Clearing his dry throat, Hikari adjusted his tone.

"So... why did you choose me?" he asked, voicing his biggest doubt.

There was no such thing as a free lunch in this world. If there was, it was likely a trap laid by a devil—one bite, and you’d pay dearly later.

"Simple. Because you’re Holy Light-sensei!"

Yakumo’s expression seemed to say — Your question is kind of dumb, you know.

"And what exactly do you want me to do?"

"Didn’t I make myself clear earlier?" Yakumo propped her chin in her hand, her eyes glinting with curiosity. "I want you, Holy Light-sensei, to guide me into the wonderful world of adulthood!"

"Hold on—you could ask anyone for that!" Though it was shameful for a man to say such a thing, Kamizuki Hikari said it anyway.

"With your looks, you could have suitors lined up all the way from here to the Hokage’s office. Why go to such lengths?"

(Slap! A tiny version of Hikari in his mind viciously smacked himself. She’s practically throwing herself at you—just swallow your pride and say yes already!)

"But Holy Light-sensei, you once said that mature men provide a far better quality of life than inexperienced boys!" Yakumo stared at him, her eyes filled with confusion. "Since you wrote such a masterpiece, your personal life must be incredibly fulfilling, right?"

’I’ve got nothing like that. Sorry to disappoint!’

Thinking back on his lonely bachelor days—wandering around Konoha for years without ever settling down—Kamizuki Hikari couldn’t help but shed a tear for himself.

(Tenten: Hikari-senpai, you could always choose me!)

(Anko: Back off, kid. He should pick me—skilled and no strings attached. Those in the know, know.)

(Ayame: Um, I...)

(Tenten & Anko: Stay out of this!)

"Look, didn’t I also say that the ultimate joy comes from both emotions and desire igniting together?" Hikari said. "Even if something happened between us, would you really feel happy?"

"Wouldn’t I?" Yakumo blinked, her inexperience clear. As a novice, her knowledge was limited.

"If you’re only chasing basic desires, you don’t need me—any guy could satisfy that. But if you want something deeper, you need to ask yourself: Do you truly like the man? Will being with him make you happy?" Hikari unleashed his Talk no Jutsu, hoping to guide Yakumo back to reason.

(Wahhh—! The tiny Hikari in his mind burst into tears. What kind of monster turns down a rich, beautiful girl throwing herself at him just to chase after something as abstract as ’feelings’? Just die already!)

Kurama Yakumo frowned, then picked up a well-worn book from the side and flipped through it rapidly.

After a while, she found what she was looking for and smiled at Kamizuki Hikari.

"But I am sure I like you, Holy Light-sensei!"

"In my heart, you’re perfect!"

"If I can be with you, I know I’ll be happy for the rest of my life!"

Faced with what sounded like a confession, Kamizuki Hikari had to admit—his heart wavered.

Yeah... who could refuse a beautiful girl who’s practically begging to marry you?

"And even if you change, I’m confident I can adjust you!" Yakumo added with a giggle. noveldrama

Kamizuki Hikari suddenly felt a chill run down his spine.

’I knew there was no such thing as a free lunch. Anyone who takes this deal is signing up for disaster!’

"What I just said was only the second layer! The next level requires mutual feelings. Can you be sure the ’me’ you like is the real me? And will I truly like you back?"

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