After destroying a branch of an underground currency exchange, Lin Yu did not linger. After a thorough sweep, his figure vanished into the night sky. He still had a place to go…
Lin Yu looked at the corpse of Hanzo, which he had re-sealed into a scroll, a look of worry on his face. He sighed, "Hanzo, it seems our fate is not yet over. We will have to spend some more time together."
Hanzo Salamander: ? Can you not be a human? You won't let me go even after death, and you're still thinking of recycling me. You, Lin Yu of Uzumaki, are truly inhuman!
Lin Yu couldn't hear Hanzo's complaints, but it wasn't impossible. Perhaps in the future, when Hanzo was resurrected by someone, Lin Yu could chat with him about how he got rich using Hanzo's body!
Would Hanzo be so angered that he would directly break the Edo Tensei and ascend to heaven?
Lin Yu wasn't thinking about that now. He was on his way to the Land of Rain. That's right, he wanted to see Konan. It hadn't even been that long…
"What! You returned alone? Where is Lin Yu of Uzumaki? Sacrificed? That doesn't sound right. C-rank missions rarely involve combat between ninjas. Did something unexpected happen?" a certain nameless guardian said, a bit awkwardly, as he watched Might Dai, his mind racing.
Might Dai's rough face flushed a bit, but he still explained as Lin Yu had instructed. Half a day later, he finally managed to escape the nagging of the nameless guardian.
Might Dai breathed a slight sigh of relief, unstrapped the bundle on his back, and hugged it to his chest, his expression filled with tenderness and anticipation. "Guy, I will definitely pass on all my burning youth to you! If your understanding of youth cannot surpass that of Lin Yu of Uzumaki, then I will increase your daily training by tenfold!"
Guy: Thank you very much. It seems my lack of quick thinking since childhood is all thanks to you!
"Huh? Dai, long time no see. Are you also out taking care of a child?" a white-haired man, also holding a baby, greeted Might Dai.
"Ah! It's Sakumo-sama. It's truly fortunate to run into you." Might Dai looked excited, as if he had seen an idol.
Hatake Sakumo gave a helpless wry smile, "Dai, we were classmates, weren't we? There's no need to be so formal."
"Sakumo-sama, this isn't formality, it's respect for you. Thank you for all you've done for Konoha!" Might Dai said earnestly.
"Alright, let's not talk about that today. The Third Hokage finally gave me two days off. I just want to spend quality time with Kakashi."
"Your child is named Kakashi? He will surely become a ninja like you when he grows up!" Might Dai looked at the white-haired infant in Hatake Sakumo's arms and then glanced at Guy, softly saying, "My Guy will also become an excellent ninja."
"This child is named Might Guy? What a sturdy boy. He'll surely be filled with youthful passion like Dai in the future." Hatake Sakumo was a little helpless; he was aware of some of Might Dai's characteristics.
"Ahahaha, thank you for your kind words. Guy, he will definitely…"
Guy, held in Might Dai's arms, opened his big eyes and looked at Kakashi, who was slightly closing his eyes, across from him. His little hands kept waving, as if wanting to spar with Kakashi.
Kakashi's little face turned slightly, showing Guy the back of his head. Arrogant from childhood, truly worthy of being Kakashi, who could go toe-to-toe with anyone.
In a certain underground base in Konoha.
"Orochimaru, have you decided to cooperate with me?" Danzo Shimura, dressed in a loose kimono, looked at Orochimaru coldly, seeming somewhat impatient.
"Wait a little longer. It's not time yet," Orochimaru rasped.
"How much longer do you want to wait! Do you want to wait until the Third Great Ninja War begins?"
"Hehehe, what do you think, Danzo…"
"Orochimaru, you are truly insane! But I like it!"
A trace of apology flashed in Orochimaru's cold golden vertical pupils, but it quickly vanished. Although there was still a way back, he, Orochimaru, never turned back!
…
In the training grounds of the Senju clan compound, a figure with golden twin ponytails was dripping with sweat. Her perfect curves were faintly visible through her soaked clothing, but unfortunately, no one could see this scene.
Tsunade's exquisite face was full of determination. "I must, I absolutely must beat that damned black-robed man! And Lin Yu of Uzumaki, that detestable brat…"
When Tsunade mentioned Lin Yu, a blush flashed across her face. She lowered her head, looked down, and muttered, "He's not that small, after all. He's at least at the average level."
Then, she returned to normal and continued her arduous training. Lin Yu of Uzumaki was growing too fast, and she felt a sense of urgency, let alone that powerful black-robed person. Her goal was to crush both Lin Yu of Uzumaki and the black-robed man! For this, she was willing to sacrifice all her available time to improve herself.
Two days later, late at night, in a jungle on the outskirts of the Land of Rain.
A figure stood atop a pine tree, quietly observing a small wooden house in the distance. Only when the firelight by the small wooden house died out did he stealthily approach.
*Creeaak.*
The sound was very light, almost inaudible. Lin Yu's heart trembled. This damnable shoddy construction, why wasn't it repaired?
Lin Yu looked at Konan, still sleeping peacefully, and breathed a sigh of relief. Thankfully, he hadn't woken her. Otherwise, he would have had a lot of explaining to do. He didn't want to reveal his identity yet.
He reached out, wanting to gently ruffle Konan's blue-purple long hair, but hesitated slightly and gave up. Lin Yu wasted no more time. A golden pattern appeared in his eyes, and a white and blue Nether Flame floated gently to Konan's chest, slowly sinking in and disappearing.
*Mmm~*
A blush appeared on Konan's sleeping face, alluring and cute. The effect of the Undying Nether Flame was taking effect, burning away impurities in her body and aiding in body strengthening. It was painless and harmless, and felt as comfortable as a massage!
Konan squirmed slightly in her sleep. Although no impurities were being expelled, as a sensitive girl, she felt like her body needed a bath.
Lin Yu gently pulled the blanket up for Konan and whispered softly, "Goodnight, my angel."
His figure flickered, and Lin Yu vanished from the room. Konan, fast asleep, smiled slightly at the corner of her mouth, as if dreaming of something happy…
Lin Yu's figure weaved through the forest when suddenly a white-haired figure blocked his path. As expected, he had been discovered.
The corners of Lin Yu's mouth beneath his mask curved upwards. He had come wearing a mask to give Jiraiya a heads-up: someone had already noticed Nagato's Rinnegan, and he was using this to make Jiraiya wary of Black Zetsu.
"Who are you? Why are you appearing near our camp… Are you the black-robed person?" Jiraiya asked, looking at the masked figure in the gold-patterned black robe with surprise and disbelief.
After a moment, he suddenly realized something, his face turning grim. "Are you here for Nagato's Rinnegan?"
Lin Yu spread his hands and said, "Don't misunderstand. I'm just passing by. I have no interest in children's eyes."
Jiraiya's face was full of solemnity. "Does the great Lord of Eternal Life really use such excuses to deceive children?" He didn't believe Lin Yu's words, but he had already prepared for the worst. He would use his life to hold Lin Yu back, buying time for Nagato and the others to escape. Although he didn't know how many seconds he could buy, he had a clear conscience.
"You should know you are no match for me. If I wanted to take the Rinnegan, I could do so with ease. You wouldn't be able to stop me." Hearing Lin Yu's casual tone, Jiraiya couldn't help but wonder: could the other party really be just passing by? However, he did not lower his guard and continued to watch Lin Yu warily.
Lin Yu's figure flashed, leaving behind only a sentence: "However, I have no designs on the Rinnegan, but others might. You had better protect it well."
Jiraiya watched the other party's receding figure and lowered his fighting stance, frowning: Could there be others who want to take Nagato's Rinnegan?
Afterward, Jiraiya let out a bitter laugh and shook his head. "It seems being a teacher isn't that easy. I also need to work hard to master that jutsu as soon as possible! The ninja world is getting deeper and deeper."