Lin Yu drew the design of the number tag for Teuchi and secretly instructed him to save the first number for him! Then, under Choza Akimichi's strange gaze, he fled as if escaping. Lin Yu was afraid that if he stayed any longer, he might not be able to resist snatching Kushina from the Ninja Academy; it was too infuriating!
After bidding farewell to Teuchi, Lin Yu walked aimlessly through the streets of Konoha, watching the hurried crowds ebb and flow. He felt a sense of "I am a salted fish."
But lately, he truly had nothing to do. Should he stake out on the street?
Or should he accompany Mikoto on some D-rank missions?
Alas, he didn't want to do either. It seems I'm only suited for a system that allows me to become stronger just by lying down. This kind of second-rate system should be reforged!
"Huh? Uzumaki Lin Yu?"
Lin Yu turned his head and caught sight of two white heads. He exclaimed, "Senior Sakumo, what are you doing out shopping... and with Kakashi?"
Kakashi Sakumo had a good impression of this young man who "cherished Konoha." He smiled with a hint of helplessness, "There's no other way. The Hokage gave me a long vacation and told me to stay in the village on standby. I might as well take Kakashi out for a walk."
Lin Yu looked at Kakashi Sakumo with deep meaning, his heart pondering slightly. It seemed that not long from now, Kakashi Sakumo would be troubled by the choice between a mission and saving someone. Ultimately, he would choose to save the person and abandon the mission, suffering the scolding and condemnation of the villagers and ninjas. Even the teammate he saved would accuse him of his mistake. Being strong-willed, he would leave his only son, Kakashi, and commit suicide.
This would also lead to a drastic change in Kakashi's personality. If it weren't for the companionship of Obito and Rin, it wouldn't have been so easy for him to emerge from his pain. Hmm, it seems Kakashi's fate is even more tragic later on. Obito "died" saving him, and he himself personally killed Rin. Even though it was Rin's willing sacrifice, it couldn't be denied that she died by his hand.
Thinking about it this way, Kakashi's early life was truly tragic!
Lin Yu glanced at Kakashi, who had his backside turned towards him and was being a bit tsundere. His eyes were playful. Kid, your good days are numbered!
"Huh? Lin Yu, you know my child Kakashi too? Did Dai mention him to you?" Kakashi Sakumo was a little surprised, as he didn't seem to have mentioned Kakashi to Lin Yu.
"Ahaha, yes. Uncle Dai told me last time when we were on a mission. He said Senior Sakumo has a very talented child named Kakashi. I've wanted to meet him ever since I heard about it, and I didn't expect to see him so soon," Lin Yu scratched his head, saying with a hint of relief.
"Really? Haha, Kakashi isn't that talented. I just hope he can grow up safe and happy," Kakashi Sakumo patted Kakashi's head, his face full of paternal affection.
Sorry, your wish is destined to be unfulfilled. Lin Yu didn't intend to interfere with the bond between Kakashi and Obito. At most, he would ask Might Duy to counsel the White Fang, who would later commit suicide. As for the triangle, uh, no, the deep bond between my Obito-bro and Kakashi, and Might Guy, Lin Yu was extremely looking forward to it!
Lin Yu thought for a moment, then said to Kakashi Sakumo, "Senior Sakumo, are you free the day after tomorrow? I'd like to invite you to have some ramen. Many familiar faces from Konoha will be there, and the Hokage might even come."
"The Hokage will be there too?" Kakashi Sakumo was somewhat surprised. Was it an important day? But he didn't remember any important days that involved eating ramen. Kakashi Sakumo was a little confused, but his straightforward nature meant he wasn't good at refusing. He nodded, "Alright, can I bring Kakashi along then?"
"Of course!" Lin Yu handed Kakashi Sakumo a business card for Ichiraku Ramen. After some more pleasantries, they parted ways.
...
The Land of Lightning, Kumogakure.
On the towering peaks, clouds and mist swirled, and deafening thunderclaps echoed from time to time. This was Kumogakure, one of the Five Great Nations.
Inside a large, circular building with a plaque inscribed with the character for "Lightning," a group of Kumos gathered in the main hall. Seated at the front was the Third Raikage, with his trusted subordinate Dodai beside him. In the center, lying on a stretcher, was a man in a state of delirium – the envoy from Kumogakure who had been dispatched to Konoha.
"Dodai, how is the investigation by the ANBU?" the Third Raikage asked Dodai with a grim expression.
"Reporting to Lord Raikage, Nakanohe's brain received a strong shock, and his memory is already chaotic. It's impossible to extract specific memories to know exactly what happened," Dodai, wearing an eye patch with the character for "Lightning," replied respectfully. Nakanohe was the name of the Kumogakure envoy.
"Hmph! They deliberately sent Naka back with the intention of making us unaware of what happened, but one thing is certain: this is related to Konoha." The Third Raikage didn't care who did it, but since this happened within the borders of the Land of Fire, Konoha couldn't escape responsibility!
"Lord Raikage, what should we do?"
"Yes, Lord Raikage, they treated Naka so terribly, we can't let them off!"
"Let's just bring our army to their doorstep and force Konoha to hand over the culprit!"
The Third Raikage was furious. Konoha was provoking their Kumogakure, but he wasn't good at thinking. He turned to Dodai and asked, "Dodai, what do you think?"
The one-eyed Dodai pondered slightly and said softly, "Firstly, we cannot confirm it was Konoha's doing. Secondly, our mission to Konoha this time was not successful. In other words, Konoha already knows our purpose and has thwarted us. In this regard, Kumo is not in the right."
Dodai paused and continued, "Furthermore, from the fragmented memories extracted by the ANBU, we can see the attackers wearing the forehead protectors of Sunagakure. However, this does not negate the possibility of Konoha's involvement, as they have the Yamanaka clan, who are skilled in mental ninjutsu, making this not difficult to achieve."
"Moreover, in terms of strength, although Kumogakure has a slight edge over Konoha, it is not a significant advantage. A war between the two countries would only result in mutual destruction, giving the other three nations an opportunity to intervene. I do not recommend going to war with Konoha."
"So, we're just going to swallow this insult, Kumogakure?" the Third Raikage said with some unwillingness.
"Lord Raikage, don't rush. According to reliable intelligence, there seems to be some unrest in Sunagakure recently. We can wait a while longer. After we understand the situation in Suna, we can point the finger at Konoha. Then, we'll let Suna provoke a war for us, and then drag in Iwagakure. That will be the time for Kumogakure to make its move!"
"Good! We'll do as you say!" The Third Raikage clenched his fists. He couldn't wait to have a hearty battle.
"Hiruzen, Onoki... I hope you won't disappoint me!"
...
Meanwhile, Hiruzen Sarutobi was sitting in the Hokage's office, leisurely smoking his pipe. The office was somewhat smoky, making Tsunade's eyes water. She covered her nose with one hand and fanned the air wildly with the other.
If this old man weren't her teacher, Tsunade would have punched him out long ago.
Hiruzen Sarutobi was unconcerned, took another puff, and exhaled. "It's rare for you to come see me. Is there anything important?"
Tsunade calmed herself down, her expression solemn. "I want all the intelligence regarding the man in black and the Immortal Organization!"