Killing his way through the ninja world, starting from being adopted by the second generation!

There was no way around it; Lianye's cooking skills were simply too good.

He had eaten it once before and could never forget it.

So every now and then, he would find an excuse to have Lianye come over and cook.

Lian Ye headed to the kitchen; he had been there many times before and knew the way very well.

After Renya left, Tobirama Senju could no longer hold back.

"Big brother, how...how could you do this!"

He truly never expected that his elder brother would abandon all pretense of decency just to get a meal.

“Tobirama, you’re wrong about that,” Hashirama Senju said with a resentful look. “Mito and I aren’t like you, able to eat Renya’s cooking every day.”

Upon hearing this, Tobirama Senju's lips curled up slightly, and he crossed his arms with a smug look on his face.

Although Renya is a brat from the Uchiha clan, her cooking skills are truly unparalleled.

The main reason why Tobirama Senju was able to tolerate living with Renya was that he was captivated by her superb cooking skills.

"Tobirama, how about this, you let Renya stay with me for a few days?" Hashirama Senju asked expectantly.

"No, brother!" Tobirama Senju refused without hesitation.

"Tobirama, how could you do this..." Hashirama Senju looked heartbroken.

Tobirama Senju knew his elder brother very well and wasn't buying it. He said coldly, "Brother, forget about it. Uchiha Renya is mine!"

After saying this, Tobirama Senju was stunned.

What did I just say?!

It's hard to imagine that such outrageous remarks would come from Tobirama Senju.

"Big brother, please don't misunderstand..."

He tried to explain hastily, but his mind went blank, and after stammering for a long time, he still couldn't come up with a coherent explanation.

The phrase, "Lianye is mine..." kept echoing in my mind.

Seeing Tobirama's flustered state, Hashirama Senju smiled like a proud aunt.

"Tobirama, you don't need to explain, I understand..."

Just as he had predicted, Tobirama and Korenya had already formed a bond.

I believe that in a few years, Renya will be able to change Tobirama's opinion of the Uchiha clan.

"Brother, you don't understand! And... stop making that disgusting face of yours!" Tobirama Senju scolded, his face flushed.

I don't know if my blushing is because I'm shy or angry?

"Haha, I get it, I get it..."

"Shut up, you don't understand at all!"

"Tobirama, you're being mean to me again..."

"..."

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kitchen.

"Little Lotus Night, you've finally arrived." Mito Uzumaki smiled and pointed to the ingredients on the table: "I've already washed the vegetables."

"Aunt Mito, thank you for your hard work."

After saying that, Lianye began to cook.

Mito Uzumaki assisted Renya, diligently learning her cooking techniques.

Because Lianye often came here to cook, she learned a lot from it and her cooking skills improved significantly.

Chapter Twenty-Three: You're pretty good!

Lianye was busy moving between the stove and the cutting board, the pots and pans clattering together with a crisp sound.

Mito Uzumaki wasn't idle either. She skillfully chopped vegetables, occasionally exchanging whispered details about cooking with Renya, a gentle smile on her face.

Before long, a variety of delicious dishes were laid out on the table, their rich aromas instantly wafting through the air and tantalizing everyone's taste buds.

Hashirama Senju was the first to sit down. As soon as he sat down, his eyes were drawn to the delicious food on the table, and he subconsciously swallowed.

Mito Uzumaki sat beside Hashirama, looking at the delicious food on the table, and praised, "As expected of Renya's cooking, we can have a feast today."

"Haha, Mito is right!" Hashirama Senju chimed in.

The couple had been craving this for a long time.

"You flatter me," Lian Ye said with a smile.

Tobirama Senju walked over at a leisurely pace, his face maintaining its usual composure, but his slightly quickened steps revealed his inner anticipation.

At home, Lian Ye would never cook such a large meal.

I usually just cook a couple of simple home-style dishes to tide me over.

Although Tobirama Senju thought that Renya's home-cooked dishes were also delicious, he still looked forward to the scene of Renya cooking a large meal.

That way, he can eat lots of delicious food...

Once everyone was seated, Lianye warmly invited them to start eating.

Hashirama Senju could no longer contain himself. He reached out and picked up a piece of tempting braised pork, putting it into his mouth. The rich flavors instantly burst in his mouth.

He couldn't help but exclaim with satisfaction, "Little Lianye, your cooking skills are absolutely amazing! This taste is simply irresistible!"

As he spoke, he picked up another large chopstick and stuffed it into his mouth.

"Uncle Hashirama, please eat as much as you like," Renya said.

As a chef, it's very gratifying to have my food recognized and praised by others.

Mito Uzumaki smiled gently, elegantly savoring each dish, occasionally casting an approving glance at Renya:

"Xiao Lianye, the food you cook tastes really good!" She paused, then added, "And the process of preparing the food together with you makes this meal even more meaningful."

Some of the dishes were prepared by her and Lianye together, which made her very happy.

Mito found herself growing to like Renya more and more.

She didn't understand why Tobirama always complained to them when Renya was so well-behaved and sensible, and her cooking skills were also good.

Although Tobirama Senju didn't praise it as loudly as Hashirama, he moved his chopsticks very frequently.

Before long, the bowl in front of me was piled high with all kinds of delicious food.

He nodded slightly and said softly, "Yes, it is indeed very good."

…………

The afterglow of the setting sun shone through the window onto the dining table, and everyone reluctantly put down their chopsticks.

Hashirama Senju leaned back comfortably in his chair, patted his round belly, turned to Renya, and asked with a smile:

"Little Lianye, how have you been at school these past two days?"

"Uncle Hashirama, I'm doing alright." Renye wiped her mouth and sat up straight.

Although he didn't want to go to school at first, he found it acceptable after two days.

After all, his classmates at school were all talented and had pleasant manners, making his training much more interesting than cultivating alone at home.

Hashirama Senju nodded in satisfaction, then asked, "Little Renya, what are your dreams for the future?"

Upon hearing this, Tobirama Senju, who was standing to the side, glanced at Renya without making a sound.

Lian Ye lowered her eyes and stared at the tea soup swaying in the bowl, her fingertips unconsciously stroking the edge of the porcelain bowl.

He was thinking about how to answer this question in a way that would satisfy Hashirama Senju.

Lian Ye's goal in becoming stronger was simple: to have the ability to protect herself in future wars and avoid being used as cannon fodder.

But obviously, he couldn't say that...

After a moment of silence, Lian Ye raised her head, her gaze resolute:

"I want to become stronger, incredibly strong!"

Tobirama Senju's eyes flickered, and his expression grew increasingly solemn.

Why is this kid so obsessed with getting stronger?

He desperately wanted to know Lian Ye's purpose in becoming stronger; this was very important!

Fortunately, his older brother asked for him...

"Why must we become stronger?" Hashirama Senju asked.

Renya looked directly at Hashirama and said, word by word, "Because only by becoming stronger can you protect what you want to protect... just like you protect the village."

This statement is like a pebble thrown into a deep pool, creating a huge splash.

Hashirama Senju's pupils contracted sharply as the image of countless clansmen falling in his memory overlapped with the stubborn face of Renya before him.

Tobirama Senju stared blankly at Renya, looking as if he had seen a ghost.

He never imagined that the Uchiha brat could say something so profound.

Is this still the same kid he knows?!

Unbeknownst to Renya, his words completely overturned all of Tobirama Senju's perceptions of him.

"Could I have really seen wrong?" Tobirama Senju murmured to himself.

Lian Ye's words were so impactful that they began to cause him to doubt himself.

Perhaps, he really did have a prejudice against Renya because of his Uchiha identity...

After a long silence, Hashirama Senju's hand landed heavily on Renya's shoulder, his voice much lower than usual: "Good, well said!"

He strode to the wooden cabinet by the wall, pulled out a yellowed ninjutsu scroll engraved with the Senju clan crest.

"These are my ninjutsu techniques and training insights from over the years." Hashirama Senju solemnly handed the scroll to Renya, his fingertips tracing its surface. "It's yours. I hope you will study it diligently and become stronger soon!"

Upon seeing this, Tobirama Senju looked horrified.

He never expected that his elder brother would give this scroll to Lian Ye.

It contains numerous ninjutsu techniques from the Senju clan, including even Wood Release...

Mito Uzumaki's eyes were full of relief as she said softly, "Little Renya, if you have any questions during your cultivation, feel free to ask us."

Lian Ye's hands trembled slightly as she held the scroll and bowed deeply. "Thank you. I will certainly live up to your expectations!"

He originally intended to say some nice things to make Hashirama Senju happy.

As a result, the force was not controlled well, and too much force was used.

But this is not bad either; it's an unexpected bonus.

Tobirama Senju stared at Renya with a complicated expression, seemingly lost in thought.

After the brief incident, the two said goodbye and left.

Dark as ink.

Renya carried the scroll and followed behind Tobirama Senju.

As the two walked to the maple tree at the edge of the clan's territory, Tobirama suddenly stopped and abruptly spoke: "Uchiha Renya... you're quite good!"

Renya looked at Tobirama Senju with a completely bewildered expression.

I wonder what's wrong with this old guy?

With his arms crossed, Tobirama Senju glanced at the scroll in Renya's hand. "Protecting what you want to protect requires more than just words."

"Tomorrow at dawn, bring the scroll to the training ground, and I will personally instruct you." Tobirama Senju turned around, his figure disappearing into the night.

Lian Ye stood there dumbfounded, her eyes filled with disbelief.

Chapter Twenty-Four Guidance