Naruto: I get stronger by drawing lots

"Are these three ninjas? But I've never seen them in Konoha before—"

Happiness Bistro is a famous shop in Konoha and a frequent haunt of ninjas. Over time, Tsuki has gotten to know many ninjas and developed good relationships with them.

Even so, Tsukiki had never seen these three people before.

"never mind."

Yue Shu sighed; he wasn't the type to hold grudges over such things.

"Will you know when you should? Hahahaha."

Yue Shu smiled and returned to the shop. As usual, she prepared tea leaves and hot water, ready to brew a pot of tea and then have a good meal.

"It's raining heavily, let's rest tonight."

Yue Shu laughed and said, "It's good to take a break, it's a rare treat."

Despite the heavy rain, Ono and his two companions walked in the rain without a single drop of rain falling on them.

"Shouldn't we look for him? Isn't he a very good fighting force?"

Yufeng followed behind Ono, his head resting on his hand.

"Not yet. Those guys already made a move a few years ago, and they won't start again so soon. At least they're not at their strongest yet."

"A reckless act is nothing short of suicide."

Ono spoke calmly, explaining that they had been secretly working to figure out the other's power and objectives over the years.

Not only that, they even thoroughly investigated the history of the ninja world.

The investigation into the Battle of the Valley of the End, during the Warring States period, was the most thorough.

It is now very clear that the period from the Warring States period to the Battle of the Valley of the End was the most peculiar time, and it is not difficult to see that someone was manipulating history in it.

"Now let's just wait and see how long those guys can hold their tempers."

In the heavy rain, three figures walked on and on, their figures fading into the distance as they walked.

After the heavy rain comes the rainbow. The Happiness Bistro was closed at night, but there are countless other "Happiness Bistros" in Konoha at night.

Time continues to move slowly, flowing quietly like the water in a river, regardless of day or night.

"Oh dear, there's nothing here again."

Yue Shu sat alone on the riverbank in the suburbs, holding her fishing rod steadily in her hand, her eyes fixed on the calm water.

It all happened in the blink of an eye, and several years have passed. Now it's time for Naruto and Sasuke to graduate.

Recently, Yue Shu has become obsessed with fishing, and has even shortened the opening hours of Happiness Restaurant. It is basically open for the morning, then for fishing in the afternoon, and then for a night session.

However, we've gradually found our rhythm, operating five days a week: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings and evenings, and Tuesdays and Thursdays during the day but not at night.

"Is there nothing there again?"

Tsukiki was intently watching the water when a voice suddenly came from beside him. It was Kushina's voice. He turned his head and saw the red-haired beauty's face.

Over the years, Kushina has matured and gained a mature charm that makes even Tsukiki, who is the same age, unable to look away.

Not only Kushina, but Mikoto also became more and more charming over time. Every day, surrounded by two beautiful female waitresses, Tsukiki could hardly resist.

"Haha, my skills aren't up to par yet."

Yue Shu scratched his head and chuckled a few times.

Kushina smiled as she looked at Tsukiki's somewhat stiff face.

"Would you like to come over for dinner? Mikoto is already waiting at home."

"Hey?"

Tsukiki paused for a moment. Over the years, Tsukiki had visited Kushina and Mikoto's homes and eaten there, but Tsukiki was still a little shy, even though she was already approaching forty.

"Naruto and Sasuke are finally graduating tomorrow, let's celebrate."

Since Kushina had said so, Tsukiki had no choice but to agree, and today was another day without any results.

After picking up their equipment, they followed Kushina towards the Uchiha clan's territory.

"Well, it's not like we gained nothing at all."

Tsukiki watched Kushina walking ahead, her eyes following the movement of her flowing red hair, and Tsukiki said softly.

Tsukiki and Kushina walked one after the other, with the fiery sunset clouds overhead, looking absolutely beautiful.

"I am back."

"Welcome back, Mom (Kushina) (Kushina-neechan)."

Naruto immediately came forward, but was taken aback when he saw Tsuki.

"Sorry to bother you."

Yue Shu greeted him with a smile.

Everyone was very happy to see the Moon Tree arrive.

Tonight was another harmonious and happy meal.

"Good night."

For some reason, there's always an empty room here, and Tsukiki finds it very comfortable.

But whatever, Tsukiki didn't think about it too much and went straight to sleep.

At this moment, when everyone was asleep, a figure quietly slipped out.

"Itachi, how's Akatsuki doing these days?"

Three more figures emerged; they were the same three people, Onoshi and his companions, who had come before.

Itachi's eyes began to merge into Mangekyou Sharingan, gazing upon the three figures before him who stood at the pinnacle of the ninja world.

Chapter 304: Graduation Exam

"Itachi, it's almost time."

Itachi opened his eyes; it was only just dawn. Itachi was used to waking up at this time.

After getting up and making his bed, Itachi started getting dressed and preparing to go out.

No one knows how much this man, who is not good with words, has been carrying.

As Itachi gently pushed open the door, he froze.

"Mother?"

Be careful.

Itachi's calm expression finally wavered when faced with the mother before him.

Mikoto stood there, smiled, and said something. Itachi remained silent for a few seconds before nodding.

I'm going out.

Mikoto waved from inside the house, while Itachi turned his back and walked towards the door.

"Itachi, keep a close eye on Danzo."

This was Minato's mission a few years ago. Danzo was an obstacle to Konoha's development, and the Root organization under his control accounted for almost half of Konoha's military strength. Keeping an eye on Danzo had been Minato's mission since he took office, but now the person in charge has changed.

Itachi donned his Anbu uniform and mask, and gradually disappeared from sight.

"There is the aura of the Divine Tree in Konoha. It is very likely that someone in Konoha has recently obtained the power of the Divine Tree. Please investigate this carefully."

That was last night, when the guardians of the Divine Tree met with Itachi.

Itachi kept searching for the Moon Tree, for traces of his father.

Besides his father, Itachi also had a close friend named Uchiha Shisui. After his father, Shisui guided Itachi forward like an older brother.

"I'm counting on you to make this kaleidoscope."

Several years ago, Itachi saw Shisui for the last time and accepted Shisui's final gift.

"Be careful of the roots."

The final piece of advice Itachi received.

Only Itachi, lurking in the shadows, would know that the ninja world and Konoha have never been as peaceful as they appear.

Itachi is constantly searching for a way to restore Tsuki's memories and has been in contact with many forces.

Akatsuki, the guardian of the Divine Tree, Root, the Anbu, and all of them except for Itachi Otsutsuki.

In the hidden struggle, Itachi had already taken the center position.

In the covert struggle, everyone harbors their own ulterior motives, and each one has a very deep mind.

Take Itachi for example. Everyone knows he has connections with multiple organizations, but so what? Itachi is just a tool, and in Itachi's eyes, aren't they all tools too?

"Thank you for your hospitality. I'll be taking my leave now."

When Tsukiki woke up, Mikoto had already prepared breakfast. After eating breakfast, Tsukiki went back to open the shop.

And today, the graduation exams for the Ninja Academy will begin.

"Naruto! Aren't you up yet? What time is it?!"

"Oh no! I'm going to be late! Today's my graduation exam!"

"What an idiot."

Sasuke was ready, and Mikoto was seeing him off at the door.

Be careful on the road.

"Okay, I'm going out, Mom."

Sasuke pushed him away, and there was another commotion behind him, a series of crackling sounds.

Sasuke didn't pay attention at first, but after a while, he heard a voice behind him.

"Wait for me, Sasuke!"

Sasuke turned his head away.

"Hey, hey."