Naruto: Uchiha is not Raikage!

Chapter 230 Kakashi: Rin, what are you doing at Kiyoshi's house? (6k)

"Then you can follow this direction..."

Kiyoshi shared the ideas behind some of the Crystal Release ninjutsu that appeared in the original work with Guren, which might help Guren learn these techniques in advance and become stronger.

Even with the "Flying Thunder God Technique," the vast ninja world cannot possibly cover every area.

It's a huge waste of time and energy; the effort and the reward are completely disproportionate.

At this point, the advantage of having subordinates becomes apparent: they can help Kiyoshi with some matters.

"I will come to check on your progress in cultivation in three days."

Kiyoshi gave a few final instructions and went into his room.

The next moment, the surrounding scenery changed, and he had used the "Flying Thunder God Technique" to arrive at the experimental base in the Land of Grass.

bang bang bang...

A series of puppet clones turned into smoke. Kiyoshi absorbed their experience and fatigue, and raised his hand to press his temple.

This thing not only puts a lot of strain on the physical body, but also on the mind.

If you observe carefully, you'll notice that from beginning to end, apart from Naruto, no other character used the "Multiple Shadow Clone Technique" to create hundreds or thousands of shadow clones.

Most of them only have a few shadow clones, some have dozens, and very few have more than a hundred.

Only someone as oblivious as Naruto could use it so casually, ignoring the side effects, or perhaps it was due to the influence of "Ashura Chakra".

In the anime and theatrical versions, many different Naruto characters have appeared, such as Menma Uzumaki and Menma Namikaze. What they have in common is their composure and calmness.

He's a complete copy of Sasuke.

None of them are as carefree as Naruto from the main story.

As chakra is a mixture of spiritual and physical energy, Kiyoshi was unsure how it would affect the soul of a reincarnated person.

But he believes it's definitely not low.

Otherwise, why would the two reincarnated beings dislike each other so much and fight for thousands of years?

It wasn't until Naruto and Sasuke, when the Sage of Six Paths chose to divide the power equally, that they became the last generation.

This is very likely the reincarnation's chakra influencing the host's mind.

"Oh, that's interesting."

Kiyoshi noticed something interesting in the memories of one of the puppet clones.

The experiments on the power of demons have made some breakthroughs.

He walked into the laboratory, which contained all sorts of organisms.

There were snakes, frogs, deer, dogs, cows...

The number of items is numerous and they are placed in glass containers in a laboratory spanning several hundred square meters.

These creatures have all undergone varying degrees of mutation, just like the changes that occur when the ninjas of the Land of Demons use the power of the demons.

Kiyoshi prepared a solution from among the various bottles and jars on the table.

Then Kiyoshi injected the solution into the giant python, which instantly writhed in agony as its head stretched out, forming a bizarre, scaly human face.

The scales turned outwards, and blood seeped out.

Its aura grew weaker and weaker, and just as it was about to die, it began to recover, as the power of the demon began to repair its body.

Its vitality is slightly stronger than before the injection.

It kept inhaling, as if it were in some kind of paradise.

Kiyoshi could sense that the negative emotions emanating from these creatures were being continuously absorbed by the giant python with the human head, and its two fangs had turned reddish-black.

Wow...

Kiyoshi took out a special tool and injected the liquid from the poison sac into a glass bottle through his teeth.

The giant python with the human head, which had been growing stronger, suddenly became weak and emaciated.

"The power of demons... but it has some impurities."

Kiyoshi shook the bottle, a slight look of joy appearing on his face.

This means that his previous approach was entirely feasible.

The current product is only the first generation. After continuous optimization, we can try it on the White Snake.

You should know that she is a snake from the Island of Spirits, far superior to most snakes in the ninja world.

The demonic power that can be refined should be even purer.

In this way, Qing Si's subsequent demonic power can be replenished.

Kiyoshi quickly continued recording the experimental logs of the puppet clones placed on the table.

"On March 9th, the experiment yielded results. The solution used was... Finally, the No. 3 python showed signs of declining vitality, which requires attention."

After Qing Si finished recording, he put down the experimental log.

"Hiss..."

The white snake flicked its tongue, and a small head peeked out from Qing Si's sleeve.

His dark eyes were filled with indifference, as if he didn't consider the people inside as his own kind at all.

She was simply curious about what the black liquid inside was.

Kiyoshi stroked the white snake's head, wondering how far it would grow.

He might be creating an alternative "Zero-Tail," capable of transforming demonic power into dark chakra.

What kind of collision will this chakra create with "Sage Mode"?
Kiyoshi was filled with ingenious ideas and separated the puppet clones once again, ordering them to continue their research.

"You...you've come."

A voice rang out as Kiyoshi left the laboratory.

"Hana-ri."

Kiyoshi looked at the red-haired woman.

After a period of recuperation, her figure is no longer as thin and bony as when we first met.

She has become fuller and more feminine.

The entire experimental base was built inside a cave and was divided into several different areas. The passageways were all on exposed mountain walls, and specially made candles were used for lighting.

"A strange woman came by."

Karin Uzumaki recounted this incident to Kiyoshi.

Based on her description, Kiyoshi understood that it was Ryuzetsu, the ANBU member of Kusagakure Village, who had been there.

"Next time, have her write down all the ninjutsu she knows."

Qingsi said calmly.

When there's no need to use her right now, she can be left to roam freely.

"You come here first."

Qingsi spoke.

"Is there...something wrong?"

Whirlpool Rose gripped the watering can tightly in both hands, feeling nervous.

"I'll recover my chakra."

"Okay... okay."

Uzumaki Karin stretched out a fair, delicate arm and placed it against Kiyoshi's mouth.

By biting her flesh and leaving a tooth mark, the biteer's chakra can be restored.

Kiyoshi opened his mouth and took a small bite.

He felt as if he had bitten into a soft, tender, white piece of meat, and his chakra recovery speed increased dramatically.

The pain in her arm made Karin Uzumaki frown slightly.

But she didn't dodge, and continued to stand there while Kiyoshi recovered his chakra.

If it weren't for Kiyoshi, she would have been captured by those Grass Ninja long ago and become their medical kit.

When Kiyoshi looked up, there was a bite mark on Uzumaki Karin's arm.

"You have mastered the entry: [The Gift of the Uzumaki Clan (Green)]".

[Entry: The Gift of the Uzumaki Clan (Green)]

[Requirement met: Restore chakra using the Uzumaki clan's unique "Physical Healing" technique.]

【Progress: (Completed).】

[Effect: Your chakra has been affected by the Uzumaki clan; its recovery speed has increased by 20% from its original level.]

【Note: You can continue to advance later. 】

"one fifth?"

Kiyoshi was quite surprised.

I could feel a warm current swirling within my body, and my physical vitality seemed to have increased somewhat.

His energy reserves from using the "Flying Thunder God Technique" were rapidly recovering.

I never expected to get such a reward from just one bite.

While others only temporarily recover some chakra, he gained a permanent buff!

"If it hurts, I can use chakra to temporarily block your pain next time."

A pale green light emanated from Kiyoshi's hand, healing the remaining teeth marks.

Uzumaki Karin was slightly taken aback, and looked down at Kiyoshi, who was focused on healing her.

This was the first time someone had ever been so gentle with her.

"no need."

“I also brought some books and movie equipment, so you can pass the time when you have nothing to do.”

Kiyoshi handed a sealed scroll to Uzumaki Karin.

As long as there is chakra, the sealing scroll can be opened.

The exact nature of the Uzumaki clan's "physical healing" can be explored further, and the value of "Kagura's Mind's Eye" is also significant.

Raising swirling rosewood now is a sure way to make a profit.

"Ah."

"Itsuki Karin said softly."

His tone was much gentler than before.

Kiyoshi raised an eyebrow. Just treating an injury would increase his favorability?

No wonder Karin Uzumaki remembered Sasuke for her entire life, even though they only met for less than half a minute during the Chunin Exams.

Like mother, like daughter.

After lingering at the experimental base for a while, Kiyoshi returned to Konoha using the "Flying Thunder God Technique".

For Qing Si, the experimental base was just a vegetable garden; he only needed to go there to harvest vegetables every now and then.

……

"Fire Release?"

Kiyoshi looked at the description of the effect of [Fire Release Jonin (purple)] in the entry panel.

[Effect: Your understanding of Fire Release far surpasses that of others, and the temperature of the flames will increase by 100% from the original level.]

Your physical body has undergone a mutation, and there is a chance that it will give birth to "Burning" Release or "Flame" Release seeds. Contact with people who possess such bloodline limits can increase the probability.

Developing Fire Release ninjutsu will become much easier for you than for ordinary people, and your Fire Release chakra resistance will increase by 100% from its original level.

"Flame Release is essentially black flames, and its principle is 'Amaterasu,' just with added form variations; its essence is still 'Amaterasu.'"

Kiyoshi stroked his chin.

The further you go in the entry panel, the more you encounter the power of bloodline limits.

Is it because his bloodline is being purified?

Or perhaps some other factor?
Qing Si pondered for a moment, then closed the entry panel.

Aside from Sasuke and Itachi, he hadn't seen many others use "Flame Release".

However, this does open up another avenue: he may be able to wield power like "Amaterasu".

The official guidebook describes "Amaterasu" as having the temperature of the sun, but neither Sasuke nor Itachi could figure it out.

If used properly, it can be a powerful weapon.

"At least there are suitable candidates among those who can be contacted using the 'Burning' technique."

A name popped into Kiyoshi's mind.

Sand Hidden Leaf Warehouse!

The war has been going on for quite some time now.

Later on, when Sunagakure wants to negotiate with Kirigakure, Pakura will be pushed out to die.

Isn't this his opportunity?

You might as well try the taste of the rogue ninja, Yekura, or even recruit him.

It's important to know that when Yekura was first resurrected, she harbored such deep resentment that she wanted to take revenge on all the ninjas.

Ultimately, he was defeated by his disciple Masaki's persuasive talk and chose to be sealed away.

Kiyoshi and her past grievances are simply not worth mentioning.

They might even turn around and ask Qing Si for help.

If Sunagakure could choose her as a sacrifice, it could also choose her most beloved disciple, Masaki, as a sacrifice.

"The future is promising..."

A slight smile appeared on Kiyoshi's lips.

The progress of the other entries will be completed in a while, and then we can harvest them all at once, which will bring another huge boost to our strength.

We can try to procure some of the Three-Tails' chakra at that time.

Kiyoshi carefully sealed away the Six-Tails chakra he had obtained earlier.

The power of the Ten-Tails is one of the manifestations of the "Six Paths Power". When he uses other vessels as containers, he may be able to try to come into contact with this power.

…………

Several days passed. While practicing his spiritual cultivation at home, Qing Si gave Hong Lian some pointers.

It will be some time before his vacation ends and he is called back to the battlefield.

On this day, Nohara Rin came to visit.

"Lin, sit down."

Kiyoshi pointed in front of the low table.

Nohara Rin nodded slightly and sat down opposite Kiyoshi.

After Honglian served the two of them a pot of hot tea, she quietly stood behind Qingsi.

"Is there something you need, Lin? It's been a long time since you've come here."

Kiyoshi picked up the teacup, took a sip, and placed it on the table.

Originally, because of their exchange of Lightning Release techniques, Nohara Rin would come to his place at fixed intervals.

Since what happened between Nohara Rin and him, Nohara Rin has never come to him again.

Ripples spread across the surface of the teacup, reflecting Rin Nohara's increasingly beautiful face.

But amidst the constant ripples, Nohara Rin's eyes seemed filled with a melancholy.

"I'm sorry... I troubled you before, Kiyoshi."

Nohara Rin parted her lips slightly and said.

Kakashi's Sharingan has indeed been preserved.

The rumors circulating in the village gradually subsided at some point.

Everything seemed to have returned to the way it was before, except that Kakashi now had a Sharingan.

But they were missing a boy named Obito.

Nohara Rin knew what Kiyoshi meant by her not coming for a long time.

She didn't want to recall that incident.

Although it was for Kakashi's Sharingan, it was also to repay Kiyoshi and to get Kiyoshi's help.

But whenever she recalls it, Rin Nohara feels that she is desecrating her feelings for Kakashi.

It terrified her, making her feel like a stranger to herself.

"It's alright, Lin is working hard too, isn't she?"

Qingsi smiled.

Rin Nohara's ears turned slightly red, and she quickly took out a report.

"This is the medical record from Konoha Hospital."

Nohara Rin pushed the report in front of Kiyoshi.

Kiyoshi was a disciple of Yakushi Nonou, and he also had some connection with Tsunade, one of the Legendary Sannin. He was highly skilled in medical ninjutsu.

Konoha Hospital, which is short-staffed, sometimes consults Kiyoshi when they encounter difficult or complicated cases.

This time, it was the request from the medical jonin who taught Nohara Rin the "Healing Palm Technique".

Therefore, Nohara Rin would come to visit Kiyoshi.

"These are very simple."

Kiyoshi glanced at it, drew a conclusion, and picked up a pen to make annotations.

With his puppet clones and constant knowledge of medical skills, Kiyoshi's current knowledge base is vast and boundless.

"Has Kakashi... contacted you recently?"

While Kiyoshi was making annotations, Nohara Rin suddenly asked a question.

"No, he's just busy with his work in the secret service. What's wrong?"

Qing Si put down his pen.

Kakashi joining the Anbu was a matter that was both highly confidential and not entirely confidential.

For some unknown reason, it wasn't long before everyone around Kakashi knew that he had joined the Anbu.

Even Matt Kay knew.

“I ran into Kakashi on the street, and the smell of blood on him was getting stronger and stronger.”

Nohara Rin's tone was filled with deep worry.

Such people will eventually lose their emotions and destroy themselves.

"I feel the same way."

Qingsi nodded.

"However, Kakashi and I are on the same level, so I can't control him."

Kiyoshi shook his head again.

Rin's hopeful gaze dimmed slightly.

There's nothing that can be done about the trauma Obito caused Kakashi.

"correct."

Nohara Rin brought up another matter, and she nervously touched her abdomen.

She's reached a suitable age, so it wouldn't be surprising if she were pregnant.

Previously, she had not used any security measures with Kiyoshi.

Although there are no symptoms yet, who can say for sure?

It's only been a month or two since the last time.

She was always busy and worried about all sorts of things, so her periods were also irregular.

just in case……

What if I really am pregnant?
She also dared not use the equipment at Konoha Hospital, fearing that others would notice something amiss.

When Nohara Rin thought about this fact, she felt dizzy.

"Kiyoshi, can you take a look at mine...?"

"Hiss..."

At this moment, the white snake suddenly flicked out its tongue.

"somebody is coming."

Qing Si suddenly said.

The next moment, there was a knock on the door.

"Go."

Qing Si patted the white snake's smooth scales, and she obediently went to open the door.

"Seiji."

A short while later, a familiar voice made Nohara Rin's eyes widen instantly.

That voice... is Kakashi's!

As expected, Kakashi came in from outside and found Nohara Rin there.

"Lin, what are you doing at Qing Si's house?"

"I...I need to speak with Kiyoshi."

Nohara Rin swallowed the words she was about to say.

Then he forced a smile.

"We are discussing some things related to the case."

As if to explain something, Nohara Rin hurriedly showed Kakashi the medical records on the table.

Kakashi glanced at it casually and could still see quite a few red annotations.

He understood; it seemed that was indeed the case.

"But you, Kakashi, why are you here with Kiyoshi?"

While Nohara Rin breathed a sigh of relief after getting away with it, she couldn't help but feel a little resentful.

"Tea, please."

When Guren saw that a new guest had arrived, she made Kakashi a cup of hot tea.

The steaming vapor rose in wisps and disappeared into the ceiling.

"I've come to thank Kiyoshi for helping me preserve Obito's Sharingan."

Kakashi returned the medical record to Rin Nohara.

"No, you should thank Lin. Lin worked very hard on this."

Qingsi shook his head.

Rin had already done her best to help Kakashi with this.

Rin Nohara was just an ordinary person, bound by class constraints, unable to see through the Konoha leadership or the Uchiha clan.

So she became the busiest person, running around asking people for favors and doing errands for Obito to give Kakashi the Sharingan.

Neither the Uchiha nor the Konoha leadership cared about this matter; they were focused on the deeper interests behind it.

If the benefits are great enough, Kakashi will give him the Sharingan anyway, since it won't end up outside the village.

Even clans like the Hyuga clan, which bear the "Caged Bird Seal," still have distant relatives. However, to outsiders, the "Little Hyuga Clan" has lost the ability to inherit the Byakugan.

However, there is actually someone in the Kohinata clan who has reverted to their ancestral form and awakened the Byakugan. However, due to their impure bloodline, they only have one Byakugan. That person is Kohinata Mukai from "Itachi Shinden". He will be killed by Itachi and Shisui in the future.

If the Uchiha and Hyuga clans were like this, then Kakashi, being the son of White Fang, must have retained some of White Fang's connections.

Anyone else who wants to emulate Kakashi and obtain the Sharingan should first consider whether they can obtain the Uchiha clan's freedom of action.

"Thank you, Lin?"

Kakashi repeated.

Nohara Rin's expression instantly turned unnatural, and she almost dropped the medical record in her hand.

"Be careful."

Kakashi moved the teacup away.

The medical record almost got into the tea. If that happens, won't Lin have to make a new one?
"Um……"

Nohara Rin gripped the medical record form tightly in her hand again.

Kakashi didn't pay much attention to Rin Nohara's change, thinking she was probably just distracted.

He was thinking that what Kiyoshi said did make sense.

Given Yilin's personality, she probably went to great lengths for him.

Kakashi felt a warmth in his heart; this was what was called "bonds".

Kiyoshi watched this scene quietly.

Does Kakashi truly have no romantic feelings for Rin Nohara?
That's not necessarily true. It's just that Obito's feelings for Rin are so open and undisguised that it puts the other two in a difficult position.

There's a detail in the anime where Kakashi uses "pink lilies" when he visits Rin Nohara's grave.

With so many flowers to choose from, why lilies, and specifically pink lilies?
The meaning of "pink lily" includes unrequited love, and it is suitable to give to your lover.

Kakashi happens to be this kind of reserved person; he couldn't help but want to touch her, but he didn't dare to speak up easily.

Ultimately, burdened by the self-reproach of abandoning Rin and the promise made to Obito, he buried it deep in his heart.

"Lin, Qing Si is right, thank you so much this time."

Kakashi expressed his sincere gratitude and even bowed.

"It's nothing, Kakashi. This is a collective effort. I hope Obito's spirit can rest in peace."

Nohara Rin felt a pang of sadness, her eyes reddened, and she rubbed them as if she had sand in them, wiping away her tears.

Kakashi may never know what price he paid.

She might already be pregnant...

There's nothing we can do about it; she's just an ordinary person.

Although it might seem like she was using Kiyoshi as a tool, what could she possibly have to repay him, or what leverage would motivate him to give his all?
"Hiss..."

The white snake glided lazily across the tatami mat, watching this scene with its black eyes narrowed.

I always find these humans a bit boring.

After a while, she slipped into Qing Si's sleeve again; it was still more comfortable with her master there.

More than ten minutes later, Kakashi left.

Nohara Rin, however, remained where she was.

She hesitated before bringing up the question with Kiyoshi.

After investigating Nohara Rin, Kiyoshi laughed and said that she was overthinking it.

"Take this medicine and you will return to normal."

Kiyoshi prescribed some medicine for Nohara Rin.

Medical ninjutsu is not an external skill; it can only treat certain illnesses.

Some illnesses require gradual treatment.

Nohara Rin felt a huge weight lifted from her heart. She picked up the prescription and looked at it, but couldn't understand whether the combination on it was appropriate.

Trusting in Kiyoshi's medical skills, Nohara Rin carefully put away the prescription before bidding Kiyoshi farewell and leaving.

"What will become of Kakashi and me in the future?"

Nohara Rin walked out of the courtyard with a sense of bewilderment.

After a while, she pessimistically thought that given her current state, she would have been eliminated long ago.

……

The mountain cemetery.

Inside the dimly lit cave, Obito covered the right half of his body.

A lump grew there, as if a new hand was about to grow back.

"How long have I been here? Why do I feel like I'm going to be here for a very long time?"

(End of this chapter)