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

How long do you plan to stay with us?

As long as they keep this kid around, someone will prepare meals for them.

I've been eating grilled fish every day for a while now and I'm so tired of it, otherwise I wouldn't have taken Hashirama out to eat today and only just returned.

After all, he valued Lian Ye's cooking skills more than her combat prowess.

"About a week. I'll go on a trip after a week," Lian Ye said after a moment's thought.

He'll stay here and cook for the two of them for a week, and when he leaves, Madara will definitely extend another invitation...

Then it will be natural to join the "Eye of the Moon" project.

"Hashirama, prepare a bed for him." Madara Uchiha nodded upon hearing this, and then instructed Hashirama.

Since this kid is willing to stay here for a week, we should naturally prepare a bed for him to sleep in.

Hashirama's Wood Release technique is really convenient in situations like this.

"Alright, Renya, I'll make you a big bed!" Hashirama happily accepted the task.

Although he didn't want Renya to appear in front of Madara often, this time it was only for a week.

There shouldn't be any major problems; just consider it Lianye coming over to improve their palate.

After all, the two of them hadn't tasted his cooking for a long time and really missed it.

Lianye, concerned for the village, would never accept Ban's invitation; if she were, she would have accepted years ago.

His concern was that Madara would use special methods to trick Renya into joining the "Eye of the Moon" plan, not that Renya would actively betray the village...

Hashirama Senju clapped his hands together, using his Wood Release technique to create a bed.

In no time, a large bed was completed.

"Thank you, Uncle Hashirama."

Lian Ye looked at the two and asked, "Would you two like some late-night snacks? I'll go get them for you right away..."

The two of them are coming back so late, I wonder if they've eaten yet?

"Haha, then I'll trouble you." Hashirama scratched his head sheepishly. "I was just a little hungry."

He and Ban were so engrossed in their drinking contest at the tavern that they forgot to eat.

After using chakra to sober up, a feeling of hunger followed.

If Lian Ye weren't here, they would have gone straight to sleep, but with Lian Ye here, how could they sleep on an empty stomach?

"Lord Madara, would you like some?"

Madara Uchiha nodded slightly. "Then make one for me."

"No problem, I'll go make it for you right away." Lian Ye took out the prepared ingredients from the scroll and went to the stove to start a fire and cook.

Madara Uchiha stared at Renya's busy figure, lost in thought.

Although he had no immediate plans to invite Lianye to join, he didn't want to let go of this free cook.

Since this kid wants to travel, they can totally go with him. Not only can they enjoy the scenery of different countries along the way, but they also have a cook who can cook with them.

This kind of life is indeed acceptable, since I have nothing to do right now anyway.

But given his proud personality, he simply couldn't bring himself to say such a thing; he could only wait for Hashirama to bring it up himself...

Thinking of this, he turned to look at Hashirama, who was constantly swallowing, hoping that the guy wouldn't mess things up at the crucial moment.

"What's wrong, Madara?" Hashirama noticed his best friend's gaze and wiped the drool from the corner of his mouth.

"fine."

Madara Uchiha turned his face away, seemingly finding Hashirama's behavior shameful.

Hashirama scratched his head in confusion and continued watching Renya cook.

Chapter 279 The Three Have Their Own Thoughts

For the next week, Lianye prepared meals for the two of them inside the cave.

With nothing to do, they went to the river to catch fish, but Hashirama and Madara refused to eat the fish, so they had no choice but to let the fat cat Scar eat them.

When Scarface saw the pile of grilled fish, he was completely dumbfounded. If Madara Uchiha hadn't been watching, he would have gone to hang out with Renya.

After all, Master Ban only feeds it raw fish and can't possibly make such delicious grilled fish.

Who understands the true value of a top-notch zookeeper?

A week flies by.

"Lord Madara, Uncle Hashirama, I'm leaving now," Renya said to the two of them as she packed her things.

Hmph, as soon as I leave, Madara Uchiha will definitely extend an invitation!

At that time, it will be natural to join the "Eye of the Moon" project.

Before Madara Uchiha awakened the Rinnegan, he couldn't use Infinite Tsukuyomi at all. Even if he joined in, it wouldn't have any impact. On the contrary, it could ensure the safety of his companions, which was a win-win situation.

By the time Madara awakens the Rinnegan, he can already persuade Madara to abandon his plan with his enormous fist.

Now all Madara Uchiha needs to do is send him a team invitation.

Tobirama Senju, Danzo Shimura, Koharu Utatane, Hiruzen Sarutobi... all of these people will survive because of his involvement.

In other words, these people all owe him a life!

"Renya, are you leaving so soon?" Hashirama Senju asked, somewhat disappointed.

These days they finally got to enjoy delicious food every day, but this only lasted for a short week.

It's good that Renye left; at least she won't be constantly on Madara's mind.

Madara has become almost insane in his pursuit of his ideals, and he doesn't want to just stand by and watch Renya get involved.

This will only harm him.

If it really happened, he wouldn't know how to explain it to Tobirama.

If a child raised from childhood is kidnapped by Madara after growing up, Tobirama would definitely go crazy and do some impulsive things that would lead to his own death.

For some reason, Madara's strength has been growing at a slow pace over the years, and he is now almost back to his peak.

Tobirama was no match for Madara to begin with, and he is even less so now.

To prevent such a thing from happening, I had no choice but to let him leave, even though I was reluctant to let him go.

Madara Uchiha looked at Renya, who was packing her things, without saying a word.

He didn't want to just watch Lian Ye leave, but he was too proud to say anything to persuade her.

They could only hope that Hashirama would persuade them to stay, or suggest that they go on a trip together.

Based on Madara's understanding of Hashirama, he would definitely persuade him as he guessed.

Lian Ye, who was tidying up the kitchen utensils, was a little confused. Why didn't these two say a word?

Something's not right. Even just suggesting he stay for a couple more days would be helpful!

As a result, not only did Madara Uchiha remain silent, but even Hashirama, who was usually very talkative, was silent this time.

Lian Ye slowed down her packing, glancing furtively at the two silent figures, a hint of confusion flickering in her eyes…

What happened? !

When he wanted to leave, these two tried their best to persuade him to stay. Now that he doesn't want to leave, they don't say a word, just watch silently.

The sky has fallen! The sky has really fallen!

Did the two of them find his cooking skills unacceptable?

That shouldn't be the case; his skills are almost never lacking in craftsmanship.

Just as Renya was questioning the meaning of life, Uchiha Madara and Senju Hashirama were also filled with doubt.

"Lianye, why aren't you ready yet?"

Hashirama scratched his head in confusion. "Aren't they just some pots and pans?"

Why did it take Lianye so long to get ready?

Hashirama even saw him take the things that were put into the scroll out again.

What exactly is Lian Ye up to?

He just wanted him to pack his things and leave as soon as possible, lest things get complicated.

After all, Madara had long coveted Renya and wanted to invite him to join.

If we don't leave quickly, we might be stopped by Madara.

Madara Uchiha subconsciously glanced at Hashirama Senju, who remained silent, and frowned slightly.

What on earth is this guy doing?!

You should know that every time Renya left, Hashirama wished he could persuade her to stay.

But what happened this time?

Hashirama watched Renya leave silently, without even saying a word to stop her.

To be honest, he couldn't quite understand his best friend's thought process.

If Hashirama doesn't try to persuade Renya, how can he justifiably go on a trip with her?

If I don't go on a trip with Lianye, I'll lose my free chef!

No rush, Lianye hasn't left yet.

Hashirama is definitely faking it; he'll probably be unable to resist persuading him to stay soon.

Madara Uchiha crossed his arms and observed the two expressionlessly, firmly believing that Hashirama would persuade Renya to stay.

Each of the three was lost in their own thoughts, and no one spoke, making the atmosphere in the cave increasingly oppressive.

Lian Ye put the last bowl into the storage scroll and looked up at the two people who were still silent.

He felt like the sky had fallen.

The plot seems off. Shouldn't it be Hashirama trying to persuade him to stay, and Madara inviting him to join the "Eye of the Moon" plan?

But what's going on now? Why aren't any of them saying anything?

As long as he doesn't join Madara's camp, the people he cares about will always be in dire straits.

After all, no one knew that Madara Uchiha would harm others for his sake...

"Uncle Hashirama, Lord Madara, I'm leaving?" Renya said tentatively to the two of them.

"Ah."

Madara Uchiha gave a soft "hmm," his face remaining indifferent.

He didn't believe that Hashirama would just watch Renya leave; he would definitely try to stop him.

"Be careful." Hashirama Senju forced a smile.

Finally, I've packed my things and am ready to leave. Now I don't have to worry about Madara targeting Renya anymore.

He knew that Ban had been rejected by Renya several times and had no intention of recruiting him at the moment.

But don’t be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of the eventuality.

Leaving Ban's sight was undoubtedly the best choice for Renya!

"Gentlemen, am I really leaving?" Lian Ye asked again, unwilling to give up.

He's about to leave now, why aren't the two of them stopping him?

"Hmm." Madara Uchiha didn't even look up, just grunted in a nasal tone.

He'd wait and see; he didn't believe Hashirama would just watch this kid leave...

"Okay, stay safe."

Hashirama's smile was almost impossible to maintain.

Why is Lian Ye just talking and not leaving? He's getting a little impatient!