Tsunade Can Hear My Inner Voice novel Chapter 66

Chapter 66 - 66: Tsunade’s Leisure Time

Nara Shikaku: ???

Shizune: ???

Kakashi: 'Why am I involved in this too?'

...

Hearing Tsunade's question, even if Nara Shikaku's IQ were cut in half, he still wouldn't give the wrong answer.

"No problem, I guarantee the task will be completed." Shikaku declared, deciding to put his brilliant mind to work and finish things as quickly as possible.

Hiashi furrowed his brows, seemingly deep in thought.

Observing the varied expressions across the room, Tsunade waved her hand dismissively. "If there are no objections, everyone can return to work! I also need to get started. Shizune, bring me the documents—it's time to work!"

This was a rare moment of motivation from Tsunade. She wanted to clear out all these documents as fast as possible... so she could slack off freely.

Just thinking about it made her feel exhilarated.

[Sigh, finally done. I thought I was going to die from exhaustion!]

Tsunade: 'Are you even human?'

She turned her head slightly to glance at Kamizuki Hikari, who stood motionless behind her like a statue, and smiled—a faint trace of killing intent drifting in the air.

I'm the one doing all the work here! After all the talking and decision-making, you, the slacker standing behind me, dare to complain about being tired? Believe it or not, I'll have you scrubbing toilets!

Speaking of which, a few toilets were recently built near Danzo's area. Maybe she should check it out sometime.

As the crowd dispersed, only Nara Shikaku remained.

"Shikaku, is there something else?" Since he was her designated errand boy, Tsunade's attitude toward Shikaku had softened a lot.

Shikaku was flattered. "Tsunade-sama, it's a personal matter. Regarding my son Shikamaru's team leadership, I'd like to request your decision."

"Shikamaru? Isn't his jonin-sensei Asuma? Where is he?" Tsunade asked, puzzled.

Shikaku glanced at Shizune, confirming she hadn't informed Tsunade yet, before answering in a low voice.

"A while ago, Asuma mentioned he was leaving the village to tame Enma and further improve his strength. It's been a week now, and I'm concerned that if he doesn't return soon, Shikamaru's training will be affected. So, I was hoping Tsunade-sama might... reassign someone."

Reassign?

Tsunade instinctively turned her gaze to Shizune.

"Tsunade-sama, not Shizune. I mean Kamizuki Hikari!"

Tsunade blinked, then gestured for Hikari to step forward.

[Damn it! That old fox Shikaku sold me out. I just want to laze around—I really don't want to be a squad leader!]

[Tsunade can't be that heartless and just agree, right?]

Tsunade smiled. 'Calling me heartless? Hikari, you're digging your own grave.'

She had originally planned to scrutinize Shikaku's request for hidden motives, but after hearing Hikari's thoughts, she just wanted to get rid of him quickly.

Having him around, either fantasizing about her or silently mocking her—this bastard deserved to be thrown into the field for some real experience.

"Shikaku-dono, you must've misspoken!" Hikari really wanted to say Shikaku was senile, but considering Shikaku wasn't that much older and was far more respected, Hikari could only swallow his frustration.

In the face of Hikari's protest, Shikaku smiled calmly.

"Don't worry, I didn't make a mistake."

"Shikamaru and his team have already shown progress in their training. They're still young though, and mainly need someone to keep them on track and prevent them from slacking off."

"Besides, missions will mostly be D-rank or C-rank. The genin will do the work, and you'll get half the commission. Where else are you gonna find such a sweet deal?"

Holy—

That's a thing?

Hikari felt like a whole new world had opened up.

If he were to lead the Ino-Shika-Chō team, he could just spam C-rank and D-rank missions. With their abilities, he'd basically be sitting back and collecting money.

Hikari blocked Shikaku's escape. "Make sure to tell Shikamaru—tomorrow at 8 AM, Training Ground 10. If he's late, the punishment will be severe." _{fɾēewebnσveℓ.com}