Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Chapter 171 Lin, We Are From Two Different Worlds

They distributed ration pills to temporarily fill their stomachs. Kyohiko and Minato Namikaze huddled together to discuss and reflect.

The uses of the flying thunder array exceeded their expectations.

While it may not be as convenient as the Flying Thunder God Technique, it is more convenient and saves more chakra in terms of group teleportation.

If they were to spare no chakra and cooperate with Kakashi and the others, they could even send these dozen or so people directly back to Konoha using the Flying Thunder Formation.

but.

This would put them in great danger, as they have very little chakra left, making the Land of Waves a very bad choice.

"Crystal Release... What are you planning to do?"

Although Minato Namikaze had never heard of such a bloodline limit, given Kyohiko's enthusiasm for bloodline limits and special talents, he would definitely spare no effort in searching for it.

That is indeed a problem.

Jingyan recalled that Honglian's age was probably not much different from theirs, maybe three or four years old at most.

Although based on the original timeline, they should be able to survive, but no one can say for sure whether something unexpected will happen.

After thinking it over, he said, "Take the others back first, as for her..."

Kyohiko walked toward Asami, who was handling some business over there.

"lady."

"Lord of Konoha, what are your orders?"

Mami was extremely respectful.

She was just a wandering ninja before. Although she knew some chakra extraction techniques, it was only a little bit.

For her.

Whether it's Hiruko, Kyohiko, or Minato in front of them, they are all people they cannot afford to offend; they could easily kill her with a single finger.

"Do you remember where you used to live, and what your daughter looked like?"

"Of course! How could I not remember? All these years, I've persisted because of her; otherwise, I might have ended up like them!"

As Mami spoke, tears streamed down her face.

Two years.

God knows how she got through the past two years.

Jingyan was silent for a moment, then said, "Here's what we'll do: you come with us to Konoha first, and then we'll use Konoha's channels to search for you."

"Wouldn't this be too much trouble?"

Mami was definitely tempted.

Although she was inside, she knew some things about the outside world.

Before they were captured, the ninja world was not very peaceful. Their border areas were threatened by war, and they even considered moving south.

Unfortunately, before she could take any action, her family was attacked by Biljuk, and the matter was dropped.

and so.

Even if she returned to her original residence, she wasn't very confident that she could find her daughter.

If Konoha were willing to help, she would be more than grateful, so how could she possibly refuse?

pity……

No money!

She knew that ninjas needed payment for their work, and she couldn't afford to pay them.

but.

She quickly realized what was happening.

The other party's goal was not the reward, but to recruit her daughter.

Mami opened her mouth and said, "Although my husband is a member of the Crystal Release clan, I cannot guarantee that my daughter is too."

"It's okay, just consider it an investment."

Jingyan smiled.

Mami breathed a sigh of relief and immediately nodded, "Thank you!"

She was grateful.

Despite the complete uncertainty, Konoha was still willing to help, and they did not ask for any reward for helping and treating them.

This reveals the style of Konoha.

"It's nothing, you just have some information that interests us."

Jingyan smiled faintly.

Mami bowed deeply, but didn't take his words seriously; her heart was filled with gratitude.

After waiting a while, Kakashi and the others arrived, guided by Hyuga Yukima. Seeing everyone safe and sound, and then seeing the ruins below, they knew...

An unimaginable and terrifying battle took place here!

"Kyohiko, Captain."

Although they had separated and were no longer on the same team, Kakashi still habitually called Minato "Captain" whenever he saw him.

Genma Shiranui also bowed respectfully to him.

In the past, when he taught the Flying Thunder Formation, he received a lot of guidance from Minato Namikaze.

Minato Namikaze nodded with a smile.

but.

Kyohiko had a stack of documents and urgently needed to get back, so he entrusted the matter here to Minato Namikaze.

With Minato's abilities, unless it's someone like the Third Raikage, even someone like Danzo wouldn't be able to defeat him.

……

Konoha Ninja Academy.

The Obito Uchiha of today is completely different from the one before.

Since he no longer needed to take the theory test, Obito Uchiha's grades in the class have gradually improved, and now he can be considered one of the top students.

Especially in the ninja class.

As an Uchiha, he consistently ranked among the top three in the ninja team, possessing masterful Fire Release techniques.

In the throwing class, Obito was also among the top ranks.

however.

What troubled Obito was that he always wanted to graduate early, but the overall situation wouldn't allow it—

The war ended.

The door to early graduation is closed!

"Why!"

Obito sat on the edge of the rooftop, looking down and letting out a long sigh.

"Obito-kun, why are you sighing?"

"Um?"

Upon hearing the voice, Obito was initially surprised, then turned around and said, "Shisui? How did you know I was here!"

Uchiha Shisui.

His juniors.

However, unlike him, Shisui was a genius in the family. At the age of five, his Body Flicker Technique and Fire Release Ninjutsu had already reached a very high level.

Even stronger than him!

Secretly, Obito envied his junior Shisui quite a bit, especially after Shisui enrolled in the ninja academy a year ago, his name could be heard everywhere in the academy.

Students can choose their major upon enrollment.

Now, he's number one in the ninja class again.

Yes, Obito is in the top three, but the number one among the top three is Uchiha Shisui.

Looking at his younger brother, who was from the same clan, he couldn't help but feel envious.

With grades like Zhishui's, he'll definitely be able to graduate early in a few years.

Unlike myself.

Obito was very clear-headed. The reason he failed to graduate was ultimately due to his lack of ability. Otherwise, he could have caught the last train like Asuma two years ago.

He sighed inwardly, unaware that Shisui had already said a lot. Seeing that Obito was lost in thought and seemed dazed, Shisui knew...

This fellow clansman is thinking about something again.

"Obito-kun?"

"Huh? Shisui, sorry, I was just spacing out."

Obito stood up, grinning sheepishly.

Then, he suddenly felt a numbness in his legs and feet, and his right foot lost its footing on the edge, almost falling off the building.

Shisui immediately grabbed his hand, and then burst out with chakra, forcefully pulling Obito up from the edge.

"Obito-kun, be careful."

"Feel sorry!"

Obito gave a wry smile.

If it weren't for Shisui, he would have really fallen from here.

Although it doesn't necessarily mean they'll die from the fall, getting injured will still delay their training time.

Zhi Shui said, "I've noticed you haven't done any good deeds in a long time, and you seem a bit out of sorts. I feel like you haven't been doing well lately."

"Sigh, I want to graduate early, but..."

Obito muttered his thoughts in a low voice, then sighed deeply, and finally smiled, "Never mind, you're too young, you wouldn't understand even if I told you."

"You like that senior named Lin?"

"ah?!"

Obito's eyes widened, his face showing a "how did you know?" expression.

"Just a guess."

Shisui answered directly without waiting for him to ask.

Obito's face showed horror.

"How should I know? It's written all over your face."

Stop the water's rant.

Obito's lips twitched slightly as he rubbed his face with both hands.

It's really embarrassing to be seen in public when my younger siblings see through my thoughts!

After a long silence, he sighed, "Yes, even you can tell, she must know too..."

"Well."

Shisui was stunned for a long time.

He really couldn't give an evaluation of this thing.

After all, he was only five years old. In his eyes, nothing was as important as cultivation and the future of his family.

and.

The girls were all surrounding him, which annoyed him a lot.

and so.

He thought for a moment and said, "I really don't understand. I think women are troublesome and only affect my cultivation."

Obito sighed softly and patted Shisui on the shoulder.

"So, you're still young."

but.

He had to admit that Shisui's single-mindedness was the reason for his current achievements.

Talent is not the only factor.

Obito's feelings were even more complicated. He couldn't help but hate himself for not working hard or focusing enough in the past, which was why he had ended up in this situation.

"Let's go!"

He waved his hand, not wanting to stay with Shisui any longer.

Seeing his younger brother, he felt a pang of sadness and regret for his past incompetence.

Although Shisui was young, he was skilled in observation and illusion, and knew that human nature was complex. At this moment, Obito certainly did not want to see him.

The bell rang.

Obito left the school with a heavy heart and ran forward in silence.

Unbeknownst to him, he looked up and found himself standing next to Konoha Hospital, with the figure flashing before his eyes being Nohara Rin.

He was about to wave to Nohara Rin when he saw her quickly run to another courtyard, carrying a pile of documents.

Obito opened his mouth, but then swallowed his words.

Since Rin graduated, she's become increasingly busy, while I'm still at the ninja academy...

Although Lin would still greet him with a bright smile whenever she saw him, their relationship seemed to remain the same as before.

but.

Obito knew that the distance between him and Rin was growing ever wider.

He remained silent for a long time, staring at the hospital without saying a word, before finally bowing his head and walking forward silently.

however.

He didn't notice that shortly after he turned around, Lin, who was not far away, spotted him and waved and shouted in his direction.

but.

There was a chakra around him that blocked out the sound, preventing him from hearing it.

Nohara Rin watched Obito's retreating figure, feeling puzzled. She was about to chase after him when, not long after, a shout came from inside the house.

"Lin?"

"Ah, yes, I've arrived!"

Nohara Rin quickly ran into the house.

Inside the room, Kurenai picked up a piece of paper with a headache and said, "The mission has arrived. We need to make the necessary records and prepare for the surgery. We should arrive by the day after tomorrow at the latest."

"What?"

Nohara Rin looked down.

The note said that they had saved a group of people in the Land of Waves, and these people had developed mental and memory problems, and might need mental health treatment from the village.

Although I don't know the specifics, but...

This speed could only be a message sent from Kyohiko's side, and she vaguely remembered that Kakashi wasn't in the village either.

Her heart tightened immediately.

"Are they both alright?"

"what?"

Kurenai paused for a moment, then nodded. "He'll be fine. If anything happens, Kyohiko will bring him back immediately."

In Hong's mind, Jingyan was definitely not in danger!

(End of this chapter)