Chapter 148: Return to Shukuba

A huge skull wriggling in tongues of flame rushed into the defenseless forest. Its speed was not that impressive, but in just a couple of seconds it reached a dozen trees, and then just scattered all over the area. The forest literally burned out before our eyes in a matter of seconds - nothing was left!

Shikamaru nodded contentedly at the test results for the new technology.

- Magnesium does not react badly. If you also add water ... A terrible technique, the fire cannot be extinguished with water, and it is not worth it with the wind. Damn bright and very hot, almost like magma burns out everything in the world.

Having dealt with the scorched forest, Shikamaru raised a new one and then continued training. He was mainly interested in the ability to seal the biju with the Mokuton, so he began to study these techniques. He didn't buy them, but he wanted to figure out on his own how to make the tailed beasts restrain the chakra and how to repeat Hashirama's method. The chances of doing this are slim, but trying is not torture. In any case, the experience with the elements is very useful.

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Days followed each other. Without any worries, Shikamaru continued to improve his skills and burn one forest after another. Land and timber techniques worked wonders, so bringing back the lushness of the forest and the safety of the landscape for a shinobi of its level was not difficult at all. It was worth combining some types of metals and trying alloying, as well as testing the special style of fighting with a "metal snake". It's almost a swordsman style, but only with a long, sharp and flexible blade. Shikamaru practiced a little in this, and naturally did not forget about the Blossoming Trees. This jutsu interested him, like the rest of the woody ones. So the days passed, he even forgot about his Dojutsu and Fuinjutsu, completely relying on Ninjutsu training.

After a couple of days, Shikamaru reached the City of Shukuba. It was already evening, so he just wanted to rent a room and get some sleep, and after that, start dealing with various matters. But his plans were not destined to come true.

The colors of almost every street in Shukuba were a host of miscellaneous lights. From bright yellows to bright reds and hundreds of shades of the rest of the rainbow colors. Moreover, people were scurrying about on almost every street. Most often, those who like to have fun, and sometimes those who have already had a good time. Sometimes even couples rushing to the hotel to enjoy. In the alleys, there were sometimes fights or dogs barking while rummaging through the next trash can. In general, in the evening in this city life was in full swing. Shikamaru walked calmly down one of these streets. Lots of love hotels on the right side, and on the other a few gambling establishments. More often than not, brothels and casinos were owned by the same businessmen and a merchant. This arrangement was very beneficial, especially when the men emptied their wallets under the influence of the seductive priestesses of love. Sometimes they didn't even have to resort to extreme measures and use their bodies. In the worst case, they would take the client to the hotel and he would lose the rest of the money. In general, different flavors reigned on this street, very specific ... Although in the playful part of the street, the street was mostly full of booze and cigarette smoke, hookah and smells of bad luck ...

Shikamaru hoped not to attract attention, but a few sharp eyes immediately focused on him. This time it was not the guards of the establishments, but rather the workers of these places themselves. Although, as soon as the girls noticed the protector on the guy's shoulder, and then also his cold appearance, then all the desire to come up disappeared. People did not like to mess with ninjas very often. Among them there were also lovers of "special" services, for which many girls and in their entire lives could not prepare. In addition, although Shikamaru looked mature, no one would have given him more than fifteen. So they just looked at him, but quickly lost sight of him.

During this time, Shikamaru had changed his clothes long ago, so now he was again in his breeches and a black T-shirt. The usual attire of a shinobi, only less provocative than most of his classmates at the academy. He preferred to dress well, but not flashy. Not so much because of shinobi work, but because of old habits. And in most of the Land of Fire it was quite warm now, so you can't wear a jacket or a raincoat ...

Shaking his backpack, the guy suddenly stopped. Immediately turning to the nearest game house. A crash was heard from there, and then the Shoji flew to the sides and a table and two beaten men flew right at Shikamaru. The speed of their flight was not particularly outstanding, so the guy just stepped back and continued to peer into the situation. After a loud landing of a couple of players, and then screams and screams following them, everything seemed to be quiet. Even in the gambling house, an oppressive silence reigned. Only it did not last long. Shikamaru didn't even have time to get bored when the moment came to continue ...

A crowd of guards with katanas burst into the gambling house, but they immediately followed the unlucky players. After more screams of pain and horror, two finally left the playing house. Shikamaru was not even surprised when he examined them more closely, his suspicions were immediately confirmed. Someone really strong could launch such a long flight of ordinary mortals, who it could be, it is no longer difficult to guess.

Shikamaru was surprised only by one thing - their striking appearance. He naturally knew that Tsunade and Shizune would have adorable bodies, but so that ... First of all, Princess Senju was much shorter than Shikamaru had originally anticipated. In fact, now she was barely taller than himself, and this is only due to the heels. A blonde beauty with a face without a single wrinkle, red lips and pale skin. As always, she wore her green cloak and light gray tunic with a plunging neckline ... very deep. Although, perhaps, it is more about her huge chest. Shikamaru even involuntarily admired her. Tsunade's body was in the juice itself, not particularly toned, but because of this, it was even more luxurious.

Shizune was noticeably different from her gorgeous teacher. Shikamaru only took one look to realize how much Tsunade exudes femininity. The princess's skin even looked slightly damp and shiny. That said a lot. Only a few women are able to achieve something like this. Shizune was slightly taller than the princess, and also noticeably inferior in breast size. Although, also maybe she just perfectly hid it. The mesh T-shirt is a frequent accessory for some kunoichi trying to hold on to their charms. In addition, Shizune cut her hair quite short and wore a kimono, which definitely hid all of her chic looks. It's funny, but outwardly Tsunade was superior to the younger student. Shizune, of course, was very attractive, only trying to hide it, while Tsunade, on the contrary, knew about her attractiveness and showed it in all its glory. From this it turned out that someone could consider Tsunade more feminine and beautiful, and first of all paid attention to her. Of course, Shikamaru remembered that it was all just her excellent possession of Hiden. Simply, even realizing this, it did not bother him at all. He knew very well that a lot can be created in this world, including rejuvenation ...