To be honest, Kakashi didn't think this girl looked much like Rin.
It was just that the scene of her healing his shoulder and her heartwarming smile instantly transported Kakashi back to a distant memory.
The sweet smile on the girl's face seemed capable of curing all the world's suffering, coupled with the shimmering green light in her hands and the serious expression she wore while healing him.
It almost made Kakashi truly believe that the person standing before him was indeed his important comrade—Rin Nohara.
That was why Kakashi couldn't help but blurt out:
"Rin?"
"What did you say?"
Naraku tilted her head, her innocent eyes devoid of any impurities.
[Congratulations, Host, your favorability with Kakashi has increased, you have gained 10 currency.] "It's nothing, thank you for the treatment. Your medical ninjutsu is really amazing. I'm leaving now." Kakashi silently picked up the unconscious boy and disappeared from the training grounds in a few leaps. But as he was about to leave, he couldn't help but look back at the girl. This girl, like Rin Nohara, had an incredibly high talent for medical ninjutsu. The Mystical Palm Technique she just used had healed his wound completely in just a few seconds. Although his wound was originally very shallow, to heal it in just a few seconds was truly quite amazing. At least, it wasn't something ordinary teenagers could do. Just like Rin, back at the Kannabi Bridge…
Why am I comparing her to Rin again? I need to report the mission to the Hokage first. I'll deal with this later.
"Is that so?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Third Hokage, sat in his chair, gazing at the sky outside the window.
They had already destroyed all the evidence, having received the information in advance, hadn't they? The only witness was also severely injured and unconscious.
Could someone in Konoha's high command be involved in these disappearances?
Also, Orochimaru's recent movements have been a bit strange; even I, his teacher, can't quite understand him.
Could he be...?
No, it can't be, it's impossible… What am I even thinking?
Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head, still unwilling to admit his student had gone astray.
"Third Hokage-sama, I believe there's something fishy about this matter. I think we should thoroughly investigate any personnel potentially involved," Kakashi said, sensing the Third's hesitation.
"...No need. A small-scale investigation will suffice. The front lines are becoming increasingly tense; if we don't handle things carefully, other nations will take advantage."
"The front lines are still the priority. You may leave now, Kakashi. Thank you for your hard work."
Using the Body Flicker Technique, Kakashi left the Hokage's office. For some reason, the girl's sweet smile flashed through his mind again.
Kakashi shook his head. He might as well investigate himself. It wasn't because of any personal feelings, he just didn't want her incredible medical talent to go to waste.
...
Naraku Uchiha watched Kakashi's back disappear into the training grounds, rubbing his hands together with glee.
Truly worthy of Hatake "Fifty-Fifty"! So generous, offering 40 currency just like that?
He had only managed to save up 60 currency after all these days. He never expected to gather enough currency for a draw just by meeting Kakashi.
Naraku Uchiha glanced at the corpses of the several rogue ninja scattered around. This place was no longer safe. The Anbu would probably be here to clean up soon.
It would be nice to take the afternoon off today, go home, and get a good night's sleep.
Just like that, Naraku's figure blurred again. The effect of [Inherent Illusion]activated once more. This time, Naraku actually transformed into a middle-aged man wearing Uchiha Clan clothing.
When Naraku returned to the Uchiha clan grounds, he happened to see his Shadow Clone waving goodbye to Itachi Uchiha, the two young people looking like a perfect future couple.
Naraku Uchiha was instantly embarrassed beyond belief.
Normally, when he was acting, he couldn't see his own expression, so he didn't feel anything.
Now, watching his Shadow Clone expertly "flirt" with Itachi, he felt as though his dignity as a man had been completely shattered.
No, I need to get stronger quickly. I can't keep disgracing myself like this. This isn't something Liu Yu would do.
Naraku Uchiha thought, scratching his head. Right, the enjoyable gacha draw was about to begin, he should hurry home.
In the moment of savoring the thrill of the draw, Naraku had thrown all his shame to the winds.
The sound of water rushing came from the bathroom.
At this moment, Naraku Uchiha had used the effects of his Inherent Illusion to transform into that Chunin girl again.
She was meticulously washing every part of her body. Don't get me wrong, Naraku Uchiha just wanted to figure something out.
Could one actually get clean while taking a bath in a transformed state? There was no other meaning, okay? Don't get any funny ideas.
[Naraku-chan, I'm here to give you a lottery!]
"Oh, fuck, you scared the shit out of me! Why are you so proactive today?"
Naraku Uchiha, in his excitement, immediately released the effects of his Inherent Illusion.
[What a pity, what a pity.] [May I ask, Host, do you need to draw a lottery now? Today is the shopping carnival, and there is a chance to get a free order, plus various gifts are constantly being given away!]
"You were just saying last time that there was a 30-yuan currency rebate for this draw, and I still haven't received the currency. Whatever, just draw for me, I don't want to deal with you anymore."
[Okay, the card draw system is now activated for you.]
Facing this starry sky now, Naraku was basically immune. All Naraku cared about was what treasure those flashing golden fragments represented.
If only this opening animation could be skipped.
[Congratulations to the host, you have obtained a super-precious item: Hate Chains… ]
"Damn, isn't this legendary equipment? My luck is so good this time?"
Naraku was overjoyed. This equipment's hate system was still very useful for him.
[Wait, I haven't finished speaking, I meant that you obtained the synthesis item for the Hate Chains—Red Crystal.]
Naraku Uchiha's mood was like a rollercoaster, plummeting from an excited peak to the depths of despair in an instant.
Naraku Uchiha: Damn it, dog system!
[Red Crystal]
[Effect: With it, you will become more resistant. Maybe you can still have a breath left after being slashed twice by the enemy.]
"Alright, system, I'll remember this."
The next morning, Kakashi looked at the ninja handbook in his hand.
"Chie Murakami, 15 years old, proficient in taijutsu, graduated from the Ninja Academy at 11, and only became a Chunin last year?"
Kakashi closed his handbook, recalling the results of his recent investigation. The person in question didn't know medical ninjutsu at all. And, most importantly…
Two days ago, Chie Murakami had left the village on a mission and couldn't possibly have met him.
What was going on?
......
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