Deadlock! Sannin Showdown!
Katsuyu and Gamabunta double-teamed Manda, although the latter was able to hold his own. Using her inhuman strength, was able to pin Manda down with the sword of Gamabunta, and delivered a finishing blow to . Deciding to use his last resort in order to regain the use of his arms, Orochimaru retreated with , leaving Tsunade, , Shizune, and to their own devices. Once Naruto recovered, and learned of Tsunade's acceptance of the Hokage title, he remarked that she was undeserving of the job, due to the fact that the had been better in every possible way. The two stepped outside the restaurant to have another fight, although this time Tsunade gave Naruto a gentle kiss on the forehead instead of a blow to the face. After lunch, the group set off for Konoha.
