Naruto: By lying low and hiding, he eventually became the leader of the Legendary Sannin.

Seeing the longing look on Tsunade's face as she gazed at the stage, Kagura could clearly sense her own desire.

Kagura has indeed been considering marriage recently, but...

If he remembers correctly, the Second Shinobi World War will break out in a few years at most.

Tsunade's younger brother will also die in a mission before the outbreak of the great war.

In fact, based on his recent experience on the front lines, the atmosphere between countries has long been on the verge of exploding, and countries are already on high alert at the borders.

Judging from the current situation, the Second Shinobi World War will likely arrive sooner than expected.

only...

Looking at Tsunade beside her, Kagura secretly made up her mind that she would at least save her younger brother Nawaki this time, so that Tsunade would not have any regrets.

The wedding ceremony ended after a brief ceremony, and everyone left the wedding hall for the dinner.

Even after traveling for so long, Kagura still sometimes doesn't quite understand the style of this world.

On important festivals or ceremonies, people here mostly follow the traditional clothing and rituals of the Blue Star Cherry Blossom Kingdom.

However, in some aspects, it contains certain unreasonable patterns.

For example, the Western-style buffet they are enjoying now.

It's not that this type of dining model is bad, but looking at the steak in front of her and the people around her all dressed in traditional kimonos, Kagura felt a strong sense of incongruity.

Just as he, Tsunade, and the other two were choosing food at the table, the protagonist of this wedding, Hatake Sakumo, walked up to them.

Upon seeing the groom arrive, they tacitly put down their cutlery.

Seeing Kagura and the others, Sakumo Hatake had a clear smile on his face. He looked at Kagura and said:

"I didn't expect you to actually come back for my wedding, thank you!"

Kagura replied with a smile:

"After all, I promised you, and I will definitely keep my word."

The two smiled at each other and lightly clinked their drinks together.

After drinking the beverage, Sakumo Hatake seemed to remember something, and with a serious expression, he asked Kagura:

"I've heard that the battles between the Land of Earth and the Land of Wind and our forces at the front lines have become increasingly fierce recently."

You just got back from there. How's the fighting going?

Upon hearing that it was serious business, Kagura's smile faded, and after a moment's hesitation, she replied:

"It's really not good. You might not feel it as much in Konoha Village."

However, in the border areas, especially in the territory of small countries sandwiched between several large countries, people would start fighting each other without any reason upon seeing ninjas from enemy countries.

The atmosphere of war is growing increasingly tense.

"War..."

Peace is indeed fleeting.

Sakumo Hatake muttered to himself, then sighed.

It has only been a little over a decade since the First Shinobi World War. No one likes war, and Hatake Sakumo was no exception.

Seeing Sakumo Hatake sighing, Kagura chuckled and patted him on the shoulder to comfort him:

"Alright, enjoy your rare few days of vacation."

"You'll be very busy after your vacation ends."

Sakumo Hatake did not respond, but exchanged a few words with Tsunade and the others behind him before leaving.

After finally managing to pick out some acceptable food, Kagura carried several plates to a seat and sat down.

But before he could even begin to enjoy his food, Matt Day approached him again.

Seeing Might Guy hesitate to speak, Kagura reluctantly put down her knife and fork and looked at him with a questioning gaze.

Matt Day didn't hesitate any longer and asked directly:

"I heard that your recent assignments have all been on the front lines?"

Although she didn't understand why he would ask that question, Kagura nodded truthfully.

Might Guy lowered his head and pondered for a while, seemingly making a great decision, before looking up at Kagura and saying:

"Could you take me with you next time you take on a mission?"

Upon hearing this, Kagura instantly understood what he meant.

As a genin, the missions he can currently take on are mostly trivial tasks within or around the village.

As for missions at the front, he was not qualified to take them.

Unless a Jonin like Kagura accepts a mission and is willing to lead him, it will be difficult for him to go to the front lines now.

Seeing this man, who was always full of energy, showing a rare hint of embarrassment, Kagura also felt a little awkward.

After pondering for a while, he decided to tell the truth:

"I'm sorry, I'm afraid that won't work."

A hint of disappointment flashed across Might Guy's face upon hearing this, but before he could speak, Kagura continued:

"I didn't take you with me, not because of your abilities, but because of my personal habits."

You should know that I prefer to go on missions alone.

Hearing these seemingly perfunctory words, Matt Day saw a sincere look in Kagura's eyes.

As if not wanting to discourage him, Kagura spoke up:

"I know that your status as a genin may have brought you some trouble and obstacles, but in my heart, you are no weaker than anyone else."

Since you've chosen physical skills as your strength, you should stick with it and continue doing what you're good at.

At this point, Kagura seemed to remember something, her eyes becoming somewhat vacant, as if speaking to him yet also to herself:

Don't let anyone decide your own choices.

Not knowing ninjutsu or genjutsu does not preclude one from becoming a qualified ninja.

While seemingly comforting the person in front of her, Kagura was actually thinking of herself from her previous life on Earth.

The fear of failing grades in school, the anxiety of not finding a good job after graduation, and the embarrassment of being unmarried as one approaches middle age.

As an ordinary person among the masses, in his previous life, he lived a dull and helpless life under the gaze of worldly people, just like everyone else.

It seems that every stage of life has been predetermined by others, and we can only live the "life" that others expect us to live.

However, after experiencing many things after time travel, he finally understood one thing: the important thing in life is the process, not the result.

You should make your own choices, not let others define them for you.

Looking at Kagura, who was hailed as the future of the village but whose eyes were filled with emotion, Might Day felt a strange sense of comfort.

However, he was not a self-pitying person, and after hearing Kagura's words, he regained his usual energetic state.

He flashed his signature smile at Kagura and gave her a thumbs-up in response:

"Don't worry, my formidable rival!"

I will train hard and show you an even stronger Might Guy!

Kagura breathed a sigh of relief as she watched Might Guy leave.

Since discovering that his time travel has caused many things to deviate significantly from his memory, he has been in a state of shock.

So when Kagura saw Might Guy, who was always seen as a positive and optimistic person, showing such an expression, she was a little flustered.

He's alright. If Kai, who had mastered physical skills, were to disappear for some reason, it would be a great loss to this world.

After seeing Matt Day off, Kagura felt a huge weight lifted from her shoulders and picked up her utensils again to enjoy the now-cold food in front of her.

But just as he picked up the food with his fork, before he could even put it in his mouth, another figure suddenly appeared in front of him.

Looking up, he saw a person wearing a black robe and an animal mask on his face, who was a member of Konoha's Anbu.

What does the Dark Guard want with me?

A hint of doubt flashed in Kagura's eyes before the Anbu member in front of her spoke up:

"Kagura, the Hokage-sama needs to speak with you."

We also need to call Tsunade to come along.

After saying that, he turned and left without waiting for Kagura to speak.

Kagura glanced at the food in front of her, sighed, and finally reluctantly put down her fork.

Chapter 3 The Appearance of "Akatsuki"

Upon seeing the appearance of the Dark Guard, Kagura realized the urgency of the situation.

He quickly called Tsunade, who was having a meal, and brought her to the Hokage Building.

Standing in the office, there were three other people in front of them besides Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Sitting next to Hiruzen Sarutobi were a middle-aged man wearing glasses and a middle-aged woman with her hair tied in a bun.

These two are Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado, high-ranking advisors to Konoha Village.

Kagura didn't have much affection for these two advisors who held significant positions in Konoha.

It's important to know that, in the original story, besides playing a pivotal role in the plot to wipe out the Uchiha clan, many of the clan's clan-related dark activities in Konoha Village were inseparable from their decisions.

Although, rationally speaking, Kagura was well aware that this was their job.

But as an Uchiha clansman, he really couldn't have any good feelings towards these two people.

The fourth person present was Danzo.

Over the years, he has gradually withdrawn from the management of Konoha and begun to focus on building his own "Root" organization.

Upon seeing Danzo, who rarely appears in public, Kagura's eyes flashed with a hint of wariness.

He knew very well that after the Land of Water itself freed the Third Mizukage from Madara Uchiha's illusion.