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Chapter 174: Chapter 174

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"Mikoto."

"Yoichi-kun, why are you here? What about Mina?"

"Mina is asleep. I missed you. Besides, weren't you waiting for me? So here I am."

"Yoichi-kun, you're just making things up. I was just about to go to sleep."

Mikoto blushed as she spoke. She didn't want Yoichi to think she was a woman who only thought about such things.

However, Yoichi lay down beside Mikoto, his hand resting on her leg.

Who sleeps in black stockings? And Mikoto's blushing face was truly adorable.

"Yoichi-kun, Itachi is still upstairs."

"Mikoto, then you should be quieter. If you're too loud, the people outside will hear."

Yoichi whispered in Mikoto's ear, his hands beginning to roam.

A rustling sound followed as excess clothing was quickly removed. Mikoto, in her black knee-high stockings, looked like a perfect gem in the dim moonlight.

"Mmm, Yoichi-kun."

A weak muffled moan escaped into the quiet night. Mikoto's hands covered her mouth tightly, trying not to make a sound. Eventually, she bit into her pillow, burying her face deeply.

...

The Third Hokage and his ninja troops had returned, and the village held a welcome ceremony. Villagers lined the main streets, clapping in celebration.

Although these two wars were considered victories, with the invaders suffering significant losses, the battles were costly for Konoha as well.

The Cloud Village lost their Third Raikage and dozens of high-ranking ninjas in the Grass Country battlefield. In the Land of Fire and the Land of Hot Water, nearly a thousand Cloud ninjas were killed or wounded, failing to achieve their objectives.

Despite Konoha's considerable casualties, Cloud Village suffered more, and they still hadn't reclaimed their Two-Tails Jinchuriki.

The pressure they tried to exert on Konoha through the Land of Fire Daimyo was disrupted by the sudden death of the Third Raikage.

The losses for the Stone Village were also significant, with nearly six hundred ninjas killed, including fifty elite ninjas in the Cloud Village camp, along with two Jinchuriki.

Both of these major villages did not admit defeat or sign peace treaties. They merely withdrew their troops, potentially planning to attack the Land of Fire again in the future.

For now, Konoha needed to recuperate. The recent battles with these two major villages cost Konoha over fifteen hundred ninja lives. Including the previous battles with the Cloud Village and the Battle of Kikyo Castle, the death toll in the Third Ninja World War surpassed that of the Second.

Following the return of the Third Hokage's troops, the Uchiha clan held a clan meeting. They had lost dozens of clan members in these intense battles, and there were discussions about compensation and a matter of great concern to the clan: the sharing of the Sharingan.

Obito had died in battle, and before his death, he entrusted his two-tomoe Sharingan to Kakashi. The Uchiha clan, proud of their heritage, was particularly sensitive about the Sharingan being given to outsiders.

"Let me handle this," Yoichi said at the clan meeting. "You shouldn't be too focused on a single Sharingan. Without the Uchiha bloodline, the Sharingan is of limited use and can even be detrimental. You're all well aware of this."

Yoichi explained that the Sharingan, unlike the Byakugan, didn't have a protective seal. The strain on the body from the Sharingan was immense.

For non-Uchiha, using the Sharingan constantly drained their chakra and couldn't be turned off, even when the eye was closed.

Having two Sharingan would exponentially increase chakra consumption, and each additional tomoe would further increase the burden.

A non-Uchiha with two three-tomoe Sharingan would likely die from the severe chakra depletion after an intense battle.

After discussing other matters at the clan meeting, such as encouraging capable clan members to take the Chunin exams and the clan's future development, Yoichi left to visit the Hatake family.

On his way, he encountered Minato and Kushina.

"Clan Leader Yoichi," Minato greeted.

"Minato-senpai, do you need something?"

Minato smiled and said, "I wanted to discuss Kakashi and Obito's situation. I'm sorry we couldn't save Obito."

"It's not your fault, Minato-senpai. Being a ninja means facing death. The Uchiha clan understands that they died protecting the village. We won't blame their teammates or the leading Jonin, and I won't be like those people."

Yoichi referred to the ninjas who had previously blamed him for mission failures. Those two were no longer ninjas.

"Thank you for your understanding, Clan Leader Yoichi," Minato said. Then, with some hesitation, he asked, "About Kakashi's Sharingan..."

"I was just heading to the Hatake residence to talk to Sakumo-senpai and Kakashi. I'll handle it, Minato-senpai."

"Alright, I understand."

With that, Yoichi left. After he was gone, Kushina couldn't help but ask, "Minato, how did Kakashi get a Sharingan?"

Minato explained, "Obito entrusted it to him before he died. But the Uchiha clan values the Sharingan highly. During the battle, some Uchiha approached Kakashi, so I was a bit worried."

Kushina, surprised and saddened, said, "So Obito died too? That guy promised to be careful."

Minato sighed, "That's war, Kushina. There's nothing we can do."

Kushina sighed as well. If she could fully control the Nine-Tails, she might have been able to help earlier and reduce the casualties.

However, today's outing wasn't for this matter. Kushina wanted to ask Minato about their relationship. Mina was already five months pregnant, and she and Minato were still just dating. Now that the war was over, there should be fewer missions.

"Sakumo-senpai, sorry to intrude. Is this..."

"Magic lamb, right? Yoichi-kun, your gifts are predictable, but this is a gift everyone in the ninja world would want."

Sakumo said with a smile as he welcomed Yoichi inside.

He had a good personal relationship with Yoichi and didn't think Yoichi was here to cause trouble over the Sharingan. Other people's worries didn't concern Sakumo.

"Wait a moment, Yoichi-kun, I'll prepare some refreshments."

"Just regular tea and snacks are fine. Thanks, Sakumo-senpai."

Yoichi reminded him not to serve red bean soup again. Since mentioning he liked sweets, every visit had been met with red bean soup.

While Sakumo prepared refreshments, Kakashi came downstairs. Seeing Yoichi, he greeted him.

"Yoichi-senpai, you're here."

"Kakashi, you seem to be doing well."

Yoichi noted that Kakashi looked better, though Obito's death and his final gift still weighed on him. Kakashi quickly recovered and rescued Rin, fulfilling Obito's wish.

"Kakashi, push up your headband and let me see."

Yoichi had already activated his Sharingan and saw the slow chakra drain from Kakashi's left eye.

When Kakashi lifted his headband and opened his two-tomoe Sharingan, the chakra drain increased, more taxing than for a normal Uchiha.

"Do you understand why I'm here? I discussed this with the Uchiha clan, and we won't reclaim this Sharingan."

Yoichi said, "Whether you want to keep it is up to you. The Sharingan constantly drains chakra. If you keep using it, it will pose a significant risk in battles. And that's just a two-tomoe Sharingan. If it were a three-tomoe, you'd be at even greater risk."

Sakumo returned with refreshments, having overheard the conversation.

"My Sharingan... Obito entrusted it to me."

Kakashi said after a moment of silence, "He was always striving to unlock the Sharingan and grow stronger. I always thought he was just talking big, but he saved me. He wanted me to use his eye to see the world."

"I understand. Inheriting his will is good, but it doesn't need a specific item to remind you. Anyway, let's leave it at that."

Yoichi said, "Kakashi, I'll leave Obito's Sharingan to you. The Uchiha clan won't object. But if the chakra drain becomes too much, come to me. I'll help you manage it."

That was Yoichi's original intent. Reclaiming the eye now would mean storing it, potentially missing an evolution opportunity.

When Kakashi sought help due to chakra depletion, Yoichi could quietly replace the eye with a three-tomoe version and transplant some Hashirama cells to compensate for the loss of Kamui.

"Thank you, Yoichi-senpai."

"It's nothing. The Uchiha clan values the Sharingan more for honor than for fear of others wielding its power. It's fortunate you only inherited one eye. Two would drain your chakra to the point of death in a single battle."

Yoichi waved it off, but Kakashi understood. Even one two-tomoe Sharingan was slightly burdensome. A three-tomoe would require careful chakra management.

The White Fang's swordsmanship required maintaining the cells' activation with Lightning Release, and he often used Wind Release for attacks, both chakra-intensive techniques. Adding the Sharingan increased the strain.

But this was no longer Yoichi's concern. He had made his point, and a two-tomoe Sharingan wasn't worth reclaiming, potentially missing out on an evolution to the Mangekyo Sharingan.

"Hmm, Madara has already acted on Obito. I should prepare too, maybe place some safeguards on Rin."

Yoichi thought to himself. After discussing some other matters with Sakumo, he took his leave.

After he left, Kakashi spoke up, "Father, I was worried Yoichi-senpai would take back the Sharingan."

"Taking it back would be for your own good."

Sakumo said, "As a family member, I'd prefer you give up the Sharingan because it doesn't help you much. But since you've decided, as your father, I'll support your choice."

"If the Sharingan causes you trouble, I'll ask Yoichi-kun for help."

Kakashi, moved, said, "Thank you, Father."

(End of Chapter)


Chapter 175: Chapter 175

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"The war is finally over."

"Yes, but many ninja families are grieving. Two of my neighbors are ninjas, and I heard them crying all night yesterday. It's heartbreaking."

"They have sacrificed so much to protect the Land of Fire."

"Did you hear the news? They say this war could have been won easily if it weren't for our Hokage's repeated mistakes, causing Konoha to lose so many excellent ninjas."

"Is that true? Where did you hear that?"

"The Ninja World Daily, page three, in an article discussing the war. Many experts and commentators think so."

"Wait here, I'll go buy a copy of the Ninja World Daily!"

In the days following the Third Hokage's return to the village and the subsequent Jonin meeting, such rumors began circulating in Konoha. Notable figures from the Land of Fire suddenly started commenting on the recent war in the newspaper.

The destruction caused by the Cloud ninjas in the Land of Fire had even alarmed the Daimyo, who sent emissaries to the frontlines, pressing Homura to resolve the situation.

Some of these critics were genuinely upset and had sent letters to the Daimyo's office and the newspaper to voice their dissatisfaction.

However, with the Uchiha clan's deliberate "guidance," their anger was naturally directed towards the Third Hokage.

Additionally, some were hired to voice these opinions, with the Uchiha clan employing the underground bounty exchange to hire these critics, ensuring that even if the village's Anbu investigated, they would only trace the matter back to the bounty exchange.

Now, the village was abuzz with talk that the real cause of the Land of Fire's turmoil was the Third Hokage and the other three high-ranking Konoha officials' mistakes.

Discussions even touched on whether the Third Hokage, who had been in power for over a decade, should step down to make way for the younger generation.

Such sentiments were becoming prevalent in Konoha, and it was easy to imagine the discussions happening throughout the Land of Fire.

Boom!

In the Hokage's office, Hiruzen shattered his pipe in anger, his face dark with fury. After spending so much effort defending the village and the country, he was now being criticized like this. He wanted nothing more than to find the culprit and punish them severely.

"Danzo, who did this?"

"Root has only found a few of the most vocal critics so far, but they seem to be genuinely upset about the destruction caused by the Cloud ninjas and are expressing their dissatisfaction by sending letters to the Daimyo and the newspaper," Danzo said, his expression unchanged. Although he was also among those criticized, Root's secrecy kept him from appearing in the newspaper.

Compared to Hiruzen, Danzo felt somewhat lucky and was pleased to see his old teammate in such a state.

"Are you sure it's all spontaneous?"

"Root received the information yesterday and confirmed it today. The information indicates that it's true, and the Yamanaka clan's techniques verified it," Danzo explained.

Homura, feeling embarrassed, spoke up, "This isn't my fault, Hiruzen. Yoichi was shirking his duties on the battlefield. If he had intervened, we could have repelled the Cloud ninjas much sooner!"

Homura couldn't help but complain. He had repeatedly asked Yoichi to use his monster transformation, Wood Release, and Mangekyo Sharingan, all of which could have been decisive on the battlefield.

But Yoichi always found excuses, insisting he would only act if they located the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki first.

"Hiruzen, we need to discuss what to do next," Koharu said. "The public sentiment is not in our favor, and the Daimyo's attitude towards us has worsened."

After the war ended, they sent envoys to the Daimyo, seeking funding to fill Konoha's financial gaps, but they were refused, with the excuse that all excess funds were being used to repair the destruction caused by the Cloud ninjas.

"Also, regarding your position as Hokage, there's growing sentiment within the village that you should step down and let someone younger take over."

Koharu continued, "If you don't choose a new Hokage and continue to suppress these discussions, I'm afraid the unrest will only escalate."

Danzo, sensing an opportunity, thought that while he might not have much chance to become the Fourth Hokage himself, Orochimaru had a good shot.

If Orochimaru became Hokage, it would increase Danzo's power in the village, given Orochimaru's nature, which was more compatible with his Root organization than Hiruzen.

However, if Hiruzen continued to back Minato, Danzo felt it would be a poor choice, especially with Yoichi's prominence.

"I'll consider it. I had planned to prepare for the selection of the Fourth Hokage soon, but I didn't expect such malicious rumors to spread," Hiruzen said, his face calm but his heart heavy.

He had hoped to stabilize the situation and hand over a peaceful village to the next generation.

Unfortunately, the machinations of hidden enemies forced his hand, and he needed to expedite the selection process to quell the growing discontent.

"Danzo, continue investigating this matter with Root. As for Homura and Koharu, let's discuss the situation with the Daimyo further."

"Very well, then I'll take my leave," Danzo said before exiting the Hokage's office.

Hiruzen didn't actually discuss the Daimyo's situation with Homura and Koharu but instead brought up the selection of a new Hokage. He wanted Minato to be the Fourth Hokage and hoped Homura and Koharu would support him.

After informing the Uchiha clan that the decision was made not to reclaim Kakashi's Sharingan, the matter was settled. Although the clan had a say, Yoichi's final decision was binding.

Previously, Yoichi had considered leaving a Flying Thunder God mark on Obito but realized that Madara would likely remove it. Instead, he decided to leave some safeguards on Rin.

"Accept Nohara Rin as a student?"

Mina found the request strange. She vaguely remembered hearing the name from Kushina.

"Yoichi-sama, why do you suddenly want to accept Rin as a student? Is there something special about her?"

"She has some unique aspects. I need to perform some experiments on her, but I don't know medical ninjutsu. Otherwise, I would take her as a student myself."

Yoichi explained. "Mina, can you set up a 'triggered seal' similar to the Uchiha clan's transcription seal, but for sealing other ninjutsu?"

"A delayed activation seal? That requires special conditions, but I should be able to manage it. What kind of trigger are you looking for?"

Yoichi took out a Flying Thunder God kunai and said, "I want to plant a Flying Thunder God mark on Rin and have it activate when she's near death. Can you do that?"

After thinking for a moment, Mina nodded, "I should be able to. I'll need to test it, though. And taking on students isn't a problem. Some people have asked me to teach, but I was pregnant at the time, so nothing came of it. I'll ask Asami-senpai about it."

"Thank you, Mina. Don't overexert yourself!"

"I'm fine, Yoichi-sama. My constitution is strong."

Mina patted her chest confidently, then clung to Yoichi's arm, eyes filled with expectation.

...

"Asami-senpai."

Mina greeted Asami at the Konoha Hospital, surprising her.

"Mina, what brings you here?"

"I've been thinking about the student matter you mentioned before. I have some free time now, so I thought I might take on a few students. It's too boring staying at home."

"Most people would love to rest, but I suppose it's typical of you."

Asami said, handing Mina some medical ninja profiles. "We still have too few medical ninjas. After the war, many teams' medical ninjas wanted to learn more, so every medical Jonin is taking on a few students."

"Mmm. Is there a ninja named Nohara Rin?"

"There is, but she's already my student. Do you know her?"

"No, I don't know her. I've just heard from Kushina that her medical ninjutsu is quite good, so I wanted to see for myself."

"Well, in that case, I'll tell Rin about it."

Asami didn't think much of it. She remembered Rin was Minato's student and figured she might be able to get in through connections. Besides, Rin would benefit more from training under Mina.

Although Asami was Mina's senior, Mina had far surpassed her in medical ninjutsu.

The next day, Rin was surprised to learn her teacher had changed.

Without any missions, all medical ninjas were under the hospital's jurisdiction. Minato's team was short-staffed, and Kakashi would soon be promoted to Jonin. Until the team was reformed, Rin wouldn't be on missions for about six months.

"Am I supposed to train at the Uchiha clan?"

Rin was surprised when Asami informed her.

"Yes, Mina is pregnant and rarely comes to the hospital, so you'll go to her home for training."

"Mina is Konoha's top medical ninja after Lady Tsunade. She could be the next medical sage," Asami said, encouraging Rin to learn well from Mina, as it was a rare opportunity.

"Thank you for your guidance, Asami-senpai," Rin said, bowing deeply before leaving the hospital and heading to the Uchiha compound.

Rin had visited the Uchiha compound a few times before, looking for Obito, but now that he was dead, coming back brought up memories of him and her confession to Kakashi before her death.

After asking for directions, Rin found Mina's house in the compound. Just as she hesitated to ring the doorbell, she heard a voice behind her.

"Hey, what are you doing here?"

Startled, Rin turned to see a young kunoichi about her age with delicate blonde hair and a fair face, looking at her warily.

"Hello, I'm Nohara Rin. I'm here to study medical ninjutsu under Lady Mina."

Upon hearing this, Yugito relaxed a bit and said, "Come in. She should be home."

As she opened the door, Yugito thought to herself, "I thought that pervert brought home another girl..."

(End of Chapter)


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