Chapter 183:
As the saying goes, if there's a misunderstanding between lovers, sometimes all it takes is time together to set things right.
Not that Orochimaru had truly misunderstood Tsunade; he wasn't the type to dwell on such things. But Tsunade's insistence on making amends and spending the evening with him was not something he'd turn down.
Having rested well the night before and taken a day to unwind, Orochimaru felt refreshed, both mentally and physically. The idea of spending a night with Tsunade was a welcome one, especially after the long months of battle and strategizing.
However, when they entered the house, they noticed the light in the living room was still on.
"Lord Orochimaru, Lady Tsunade!"
A young girl with jet-black hair, dressed in a simple white T-shirt, stood and greeted them respectfully.
Orochimaru couldn't help but chuckle internally at the scene. This is what life should be like, he thought. Sharing the company of a formidable partner like Tsunade, while having a diligent young kunoichi like Mikoto handle the mundane tasks, it was a stark contrast to the bloodshed and chaos of the battlefield.
With a slight smile, he reached into his pocket and handed Mikoto ten thousand ryo.
"Here's your commission."