Naruto entry

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"It must be Yugao."

Kiyoshi turned around and happened to see Uzuki Yugao carrying gifts.

"Since you're already here, why bring anything?"

Kiyoshi said.

"It's a little thought."

Uzuki Yugao spoke, a smile appearing on her face.

Kiyoshi had helped her so much; the money spent on this gift was practically nothing.

"Tea, please."

Honglian went to the kitchen to make tea and soon served two cups of excellent hot tea to Qingsi and Uzuki Yugao.

These teas were sent to Kiyoshi by the Daimyo of the Land of Fire, in order to strengthen the connection between the Hokage and the Daimyo.

Kiyoshi would sometimes send small gifts, such as pills infused with natural energy, which would give the daimyo a feeling of rejuvenation and renewed vigor.

"The Hokage's life is really simple."

Uzuki Yugao looked around at the interior decoration of Kiyoshi's room.

She only came to the door last week and didn't go in.

Upon entering this time, I was surprised to find that the interior decoration had been changed.

It looks more minimalist and clean.

"Simple, isn't it..."

Kiyoshi smiled but offered no explanation.

Many of the furniture pieces are made with extremely expensive materials; their so-called simplicity is merely an appearance.

A table made of expensive wood can be worth thirty million taels of silver if you choose it at random.

Of course, this was also a gift from His Highness the Daimyo.

Kiyoshi wasn't particularly interested in these almost artistic items; he was more focused on improving his skills and finding alternative ways to relax.

"Sometimes, don't trust your eyes too much."

Kiyoshi said slowly.

Uzuki Yugao is used to being poor and has little worldly experience.

Even if she was given a department and promoted to head, the financial expenditure behind it was just a series of disappearing numbers, which did not bring any real sense to Uzuki Yugao.

"Yes."

Uzuki Yugao nodded, placing herself in a humble position.

In terms of official matters, Qing Si was her superior.

Personally, Kiyoshi was her benefactor.

Those favors grew ever greater.

She could never repay Qing Si's kindness.

The more this happened, the greater the burden became in Uzuki Yugao's heart.

"Jifeng's illness should be much better now."

Kiyoshi said.

The initial dose of medicine cannot cure the disease completely, but it is more effective than the special drugs on the market, and the symptoms will only recur when the medication is stopped.

The rest of the time, he is almost no different from a normal person.

"Jifeng is doing well!"

Mentioning Moonlight Gale, Uzuki Yugao's eyes lit up for a moment, as if she were trying to grasp a trace of warmth.

But the light quickly dimmed again, as if she had remembered something, which made her feel a pang of sadness.

She should have had it easier.

After all, the fact that Hayate could return to a normal life and wield his sword again was all thanks to Kiyoshi's opportunities and hope.

But the more she thought about these things, the more she felt an indescribable pressure.

Kiyoshi's help was too heavy a burden, so heavy that even her breathing was filled with guilt.

"Therefore, I want to repay you."

As she spoke, Uzuki Yugao's fingertips tightened quietly on her knees, her knuckles turning white.

She kept her head down, avoiding looking into Kiyoshi's eyes.

She understood that money, gifts, or even any form of gratitude could not measure what Kiyoshi had done.

Without him, Gale might not have been able to afford the medicine, would have fallen ill during the mission, and died at the hands of the enemy.

At this moment, it seems that all she can give is all of herself.

But once the thought popped into her head, it was like a flame burning in her chest, bringing shame, fear, and an uncontrollable tremor.

Will Gale find out?

If he knew, how would he see himself?

Will they complain?

Or will she just give that same old bitter smile and say, "It's okay, Yugao"?

Thinking of this, a sudden pang of pain welled up in Uzuki Yugao's heart.

The aroma of tea filled the air, and the warm steam created an exceptionally intimate atmosphere in the room.

Uzuki Yugao lowered her gaze, her fingertips gently rubbing her knees, as if that could conceal the panic in her heart.

But the violent heaving of her chest betrayed her unease.

"You...you've helped me so much, I..."

She paused, as if something was blocking her throat.

Kiyoshi remained silent, simply gazing at her quietly.

The gaze wasn't sharp, but it left her nowhere to hide.

She finally took a deep breath, moved her body, and slowly approached, as if walking towards an answer she could not avoid.

"If... this is a way of repaying a debt... would you accept it?"

After hesitating for a moment, Uzuki Yugao asked the question.

Kiyoshi smiled slightly and said in a serious tone:

"Wouldn't this be considered taking advantage of someone's kindness? Do you think I, Uchiha Kiyoshi, am that kind of person? This isn't one of my principles."

Kiyoshi prefers others to act voluntarily rather than threaten them.

Uzuki Yugao froze, her fingertips tightening on her knees until her knuckles turned white.

Having worked in the shadows for many years, Uzuki Yugao also understands the art of language.

Sometimes, what is said to be impossible in principle actually means it is possible.

This is the art of judging people and social skills that Uzuki Yugao learned.

Because Konoha is a ninja village that values ​​human relationships and social interactions.

"...I just...wanted to repay you in a ninja way."

Her voice was so low it almost blended into the aroma of the tea.

Qingsi raised his eyebrows.

Aside from grand and glorious adventures, poisoning, assassination, and infiltration are the main themes of ninja life.

A ninja has only one goal: to complete the mission.

As long as the task is completed, the methods used are irrelevant.

"That's it."

Chapter 391 The impending Shura Field of the Succession Ceremony

As dawn broke, Uzuki Yugao quietly left the place.

She arrived at Moonlight Gale's house.

The two have known each other for many years, and in order to take care of Gekko Hayate, Uzuki Yugao also has a key to this place.

The room was quiet, with only the soft breathing of the moonlight and the wind echoing in the bedroom.

She loved Gale.

For him, she could grit her teeth and endure the poorest days, tolerate the gossip in the village, and humble herself in front of others.

But tonight, in front of Qing Si, she almost took that step.

But it wasn't for love, but for a debt of gratitude that could never be repaid.

Thinking of this, her eyes welled up with tears.

Moonlight Gale coughed twice in his sleep.

Uzuki Yugao quickly stepped forward and gently tucked the blanket around him.

Next, Uzuki Yugao used the medicine that Kiyoshi had given her to brew.

These medicines need to be diluted with water while the temperature is raised.

Once the medicine was ready, Uzuki Yugao placed it in a bowl.

"blast."

Uzuki Yugao held the medicine bowl and gently blew on the steam rising from its rim.

Moonlight Gale leaned against the couch, his face still somewhat pale, but he appeared much more energetic due to the effects of the medicine.

He looked up at her, a look of emotion flashing in his eyes.

"Xiyan, you look a little tired."

The moonlight and the gentle breeze whispered.

Uzuki Yugao paused for a moment, then smiled.

"It's nothing... I just didn't sleep very well last night."

Uzuki Yugao trembled slightly, but managed to force a smile.

"Don't overwork yourself next time."

Gekko Hayate thought that Uzuki Yugao had carried out some difficult mission and had expended a lot of energy.

At the same time, he was thinking to himself.

If he ever recovers, he must give Xiyan an explanation.

……

Another part of Konoha.

"Uncle Minato, was that move you used called... Uzumaki Maru?"

Naruto, wearing his family crest with a red spiral pattern printed on the back, looked up at Minato Namikaze.

"It's the 'Rasengan'."

Minato Namikaze corrected the mistake in Naruto's words.

"Ah, yes, yes, that's it. Could you teach me how to use it?"

Naruto spoke excitedly.

He had heard that this move was particularly powerful.

Recently, while he was playing, he accidentally met a cocky kid who was about his age.