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In the sunset of Konoha Village, two figures are often remembered. One is Tsunade, known as one of the Legendary Three Ninja, and the other is the equally renowned Toad Sennin, Takuya. Their lives have been filled with battles, sacrifices, and protections, and behind the glory of their bravery is a deep and unspeakable bond.

1 First acquaintance: Side-by-side companions, mutual dislike and laughter.

The relationship between Tsunade, the granddaughter of the first Naruto, and Jiraiya began when they were contemporaries at the Konoha Ninja School. Back then, Jiraiya always attracted attention with strange training methods, often resulting in a gray head. Tsunade, on the other hand, was a gifted genius in her class and never hid her venom and ridicule of Jiraiya.

But despite his addiction to fighting, Jiraiya has always regarded Tsunade as the most special being in his heart. Whether it’s Tsunade’s decisive command in the execution of a mission or her brash but gentle smile, it’s all something that Zuraya appreciates. Tsunade, on the other hand, often can’t help but joke that if you have the energy to peek at girls’ baths, you might as well practice more ninjutsu!

2 The Dilemma of Love and Protection in a Time of War

The Ninja World War pushed the young and naive into the bloody battlefield. Tsunade lost her beloved Jomonoki and her boyfriend Kato Break, and has been skeptical and resistant to love and fate ever since. Jiraiya, on the other hand, has been standing silently behind her, trying to guard her fragile heart in his own way.

Tsunade, I can be the one who is always there for you.

Don’t be ridiculous, Jiraiya, I don’t want to spend my life with a denizen like you.

Even though he was rejected, Jiraiya still didn’t back down. He understood that the pain in Tsunade’s heart couldn’t be healed easily, but he hoped that his companionship would give her hope again. He may have never truly had Tsunade’s heart, but as long as she could get back on her feet, he was willing to silently guard her for the rest of her life as a friend.

3 Their own paths Regret and waiting

After the war, the three Shinobi went their separate ways. Tsunade chose to leave the village due to the loss of her lover and brother, indulging in gambling and alcohol to escape reality. Jiraiya, on the other hand, traveled the Shinobi world in search of the Son of Destiny and dedicated himself to using his power to guard the future of Konoha.

Despite this, Jiraiya always inquired about Tsunade whenever he returned to Konoha. Countless times he imagined in his mind’s eye that she had regained her strength and might return to him again. But fate always likes to play tricks on people, and they were never able to be honest with each other.

When Tsunade was finally persuaded by Naruto and Ziraiya to return to Konoha and take over as the fifth Naruto, she looked at Ziraiya’s vicissitudes of face and suddenly felt that this man’s waiting and guardianship was one of the few warm relies she had in her life. Unfortunately, she could never say it.

4 Farewell The Unfulfilled Promise

Jiraiya’s last expedition was a lone infiltration into the Rain Hidden Village to investigate information about Dawn. Before his departure, he had a meaningful conversation with Tsunade

Tsunade, if I don’t come back, will you cry?

Let’s talk about it when I come back, don’t say such demoralizing words. Tsunade was indifferent on the surface, but her tight grip on the wine glass had already revealed her inner struggle.

She thought that Jiraiya would still be in a big trouble like before, flirting with her with a bad smile. But when the news of his death came back to Konoha, she couldn’t hold back her tears. It was the first time Tsunade realized that she was never really ready to lose Jiraiya.

5 The Eternal Bond

Jiraiya’s departure was a painful reminder to Tsunade of what it means to be a guardian. She realizes that her duty, both as Naruto and as one of the Sannin, is not only to protect the village, but also to carry on Jiraiya’s unfulfilled dream.

Tsunade stored the intimacy paradise written by Jiraiya in Naruto’s office and looked through it from time to time. Whenever she read the humor and philosophical thoughts between the lines, it was as if she could hear that familiar voice whispering in her ear again Tsunade, you’ve got a few more wrinkles, haven’t you?

She smiled softly, looked up in the direction of the village, and said to herself If there is an afterlife, I will promise you a date first, right?

Conclusion

The relationship between Tsunade and Zuraya crosses the boundaries of friendship love and bonding. They are important pillars in each other’s lives, yet they can’t really come together for various reasons. Jiraiya’s guardianship and Tsunade’s regrets end up being a sobering classic story. As full of ups and downs as their lives were, but also incredibly real and touching the hearts of countless people.