Inside the inner chamber.
The two were already kneeling.
Although as a modern person, this sitting posture was very uncomfortable for Naraku, he didn't dislike it.
Because kneeling was a proper Qin and Han Dynasty etiquette, and the small days were only influenced by the etiquette of Huaxia.
"Naraku, do you know who attacked you today?"
Fugaku Uchiha asked after seeing Naraku seated.
"I don't know, Clan Leader."
Although Naraku Uchiha blinked his cute big eyes in a daze, in reality, as a transmigrator, Naraku, even if he were the most foolish, had already realized that his rash actions had been targeted by Root.
"It's alright, though. If you're not smart enough, just rely on your character."
After all, I'm just a kid. Of course, I can't understand something so complicated.
"Naraku, the ones who attacked you today were actually Konoha's Anbu."
Fugaku Uchiha probably thought Naraku was too young to tell the difference between Anbu and Root.
Besides, in Fugaku Uchiha's eyes, there wasn't much of a fundamental difference between the two special forces.
So, he just pinned the blame on the Anbu.
"What? This... how is that possible? Why would Konoha's Anbu attack me?"
Naraku covered their small mouth, a perfectly executed expression of shock on their beautiful face.
"You shouldn't know so much at your age, but Naraku, as a genius of the Uchiha Clan, you must bear more than your peers for the clan's glory and safety."
Fugaku continued in a low voice:
"First, you must remember that the current high-ranking members of Konoha hold deep prejudices against the clan."
"No, or rather, hatred is more appropriate. They even resort to certain extreme measures to suppress the Uchiha, just like the assassination attempt on you tonight."
"How can this be? I thought…"
Naraku sat on the ground, dispirited, looking as if he had been broken by something.
"Therefore, do not trust any Konoha ninjas other than those from your clan, especially Orochimaru; you must be wary of him."
"Secondly, don't leave the village without permission again. It's very dangerous. Even within the village, don't go out at night. You're already being watched by the Anbu."
"I understand, Clan Leader."
"Also..."
The door to the inner room opened, and Naraku Uchiha, whose mind had been thoroughly washed by Fugaku, finally emerged.
The first thing she saw was Itachi waiting for her in the hallway.
"Naraku, what did father say to you?"
Looking at Itachi Uchiha, who was worried about her, Naraku stepped back uncomfortably.
What's going on? Lately, Itachi seemed to be caring more and more about her, and this situation felt like "meeting the parents."
Damn… no way, I must be overthinking things.
"He didn't say anything specific, just told me to be careful in the future. Well then, Itachi-kun, I'll be going."
As the ancient art of war dictates, the thirty-six stratagems, the best is to flee!
Naraku smiled gently and started to walk towards the door.
Who would have thought that Itachi Uchiha would suddenly grab Naraku's slender, fair wrist?
"Naraku, don't go back today. It's already so late, and it's raining so heavily."
?
Naraku Uchiha was struck dumb by this, tilting their head and looking at Itachi as if they hadn't understood a thing.
(Sigh...)
In my previous life, I seem to have used this line to coax my girlfriend into staying over at a hotel.
I even succeeded back then. After a night of passion, my girlfriend didn't crawl out of bed until the afternoon of the next day, still half-asleep.
Could this be the legendary cycle of karma?
The thought of potentially being pinned down and thoroughly... dealt with by Itachi sent shivers down Naraku's spine.
No way. I make my own fate, not the heavens. You think I'll agree?
"No thanks, Itachi-kun, I should head back. I think I might have left my door unlocked."
Itachi Uchiha's lips twitched almost imperceptibly. Just how broken was Naraku's front door, anyway?
Why was she always so worried about the door to her house?
He really needed to check it out himself next time he had the chance.
Just then, Mikoto Uchiha came out of a room after putting Sasuke to sleep.
She had probably overheard their conversation. She smiled at Naraku and said gently:
"It's alright, Naraku. We have plenty of rooms in the house. You don't have to go back tonight. It's late, and even within the clan, it's not safe."
Naraku thought about it. It seemed true. He had probably offended Danzo badly, and a Root elite Jonin might actually be sent after him.
In that case, he would be dead without a burial place.
Seeing that Naraku didn't refuse further, she took it as his agreement. She didn't let go of Naraku and directly pulled him toward the backyard.
Watching the two of them leave hand-in-hand, Mikoto Uchiha smiled with delight.
I can only help you this much, one versus seven.
"Naraku-chan, I'll get a guest room ready for you. It's just up ahead, we'll be there soon."
Itachi Uchiha's backyard was truly vast and exquisitely decorated, seeming perfectly suited for young couples to spend time together.
Naraku appeared quite reserved at this moment, allowing Itachi to hold her small hand as they walked quickly forward.
Wait, wait, why is this guy walking so fast? Isn't he expecting something? Hurry up and stop him, hey!
Naraku Uchiha broke free from Itachi's hand with force, stopping in place.
Itachi realized he'd been a little rude just now.
The awkwardness lasted only a moment. Then, Itachi smoothly opened the door to a nearby room, smiling as he said, "Naraku, you can stay here tonight. I'll just…"
"No need, Itachi-kun. I can manage on my own."
Naraku hurried to the door of the room, intentionally blocking it with their body.
"Well then, I'll be in the next room. If you need anything, Naraku, just…"
"Understood, Itachi-kun."
Don't worry, I won't call for you. After all, I'm not afraid of cockroaches or mice.
Don't even think about trying to play the hero and save the damsel in distress…
After saying that, Naraku quickly entered the house and slammed the door shut.
Leaving Itachi, who had wanted to chat with Naraku a bit longer, standing there dumbfounded.
The sun rose, and in the Uchiha Clan's training ground, Naraku Uchiha was desperately practicing shuriken throwing.
Naraku Uchiha sighed and walked forward to check the results.
The good news was that all ten shuriken were haphazardly stuck in the target.
The bad news was that not a single shuriken had hit the bullseye.
Yesterday, Itachi heard that Naraku couldn't throw a shuriken, and at first, he didn't believe it. Not only were the geniuses of the Uchiha Clan skilled, but even the ordinary children in the clan were accurate with throwing stones.
Then, Itachi saw Naraku miss the target from 20 meters away.
Naraku still remembers Itachi's surprised expression.
Later, under Itachi's guidance, Naraku's learning ability was pretty good, and at least he wouldn't miss the target today.
Why did Uchiha Naraku suddenly think of practicing shuriken?
Of course, it was because Naraku suddenly remembered that the Ninja Academy test seemed to be a shuriken throwing test.
And today was the day of the Ninja Academy test.
Naraku glanced at the time; it was time to leave.
Because he'd agreed to go to school with Itachi in the morning, Naraku headed towards Itachi Uchiha's house.
To his surprise, as soon as he arrived, he saw a girl with long hair running towards Itachi.
Oh? So Itachi Uchiha also has many admirers?
Naraku looked at the girl. She had black hair and cute big eyes with a beauty mark below them.
Naraku assessed her. Hmm, not as pretty as me, but she's still a pretty girl.
Wait, doesn't she look familiar? Isn't that Izumi Uchiha?
In the original story, this girl seemed to be one of Itachi's few female friends.
If the Uchiha Clan Massacre hadn't happened, they probably would have become a couple naturally, right?
So, it seems I've crossed over and blocked this girl's path to love.
Naraku thought as he walked towards the two.
At this moment, Izumi Uchiha seemed to be saying something to Itachi, while Itachi was looking around distractedly.
Finally, Itachi saw Naraku's figure.
The moment Itachi saw Naraku, he smiled happily.
Beside him, Izumi, seeing the smile Itachi directed at Naraku, sadly lowered her head.
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