Ninja World: I'm really a support-type ninja

"Woooooooo..."

As Kushina had expected, Kurenai's attitude was exactly as described. After learning the truth, she revealed the temper that all girls have, and she rattled off a string of condemnations against Akira Hatake.

But that's all. Kurenai's words weren't harsh, and her little fists weren't very lethal. If you didn't see the tears on her face, most people would think Kurenai was just being coquettish.

"I'm sorry, Kurenai." Akira Hatake apologized decisively and sincerely. "Because Class 8 is disbanding starting tomorrow, I've been busy with Class 8 reunion preparations."

"Oh, is that so... You should have said so earlier, I'm not being unreasonable..."

Kurenai Yuhi sobbed, having already forgiven Akira Hatake in her heart, but she still couldn't stop the tears from streaming down her face.

"I didn't think too much about it. That's why I discovered my mistake in time and came to make amends." Akira Hatake pulled Kurenai into his arms, ignoring her struggles, and held her tightly in his embrace with all his might.

"So, would you like to come to the party with me? We can also meet my teacher, Minato Namikaze, and my teacher's wife, Kushina Uzumaki. It'll be good to get to know some people beforehand..."

"Ah."

A faint, almost inaudible response reached Akira Hatake's ears. He could feel the girl in his arms stop sobbing, and even through her clothes, he could feel the burning heat of Yuhi Akane's cheeks.

Chapter 101 Stolen Kiss.

The final gathering of Class 8 was meticulously prepared for most of the morning, and finally, just after noon, the barbecue, cooked by Akira Hatake, was served on the table.

It's worth mentioning that Kurenai integrated very quickly, but she vaguely felt that Kakashi had some issues with her.

While helping Akira Hatake put the grilled meat on the table, Kurenai Yuhi asked the question that had been bothering her.

"Akira, is there something I did wrong? I always feel like Kakashi is hostile towards me..."

"Huh? No, Kakashi may be a bit quiet at times, but he's always been very kind to those he's close to." Akira Hatake glanced at Kakashi's straight back and started to speak up for him.

"Oh, maybe I'm being too sensitive..."

Kurenai Yuhi, unsuspecting, took a deep breath of the wasabi octopus lying on her plate and smiled happily. "Akira, your cooking is really good!"

"Now that you've put it that way, I guess I have to have something to say to you..."

Akira Hatake started talking, "My biggest dream used to be to cook at home, feed the people I care about, and then just lie around and the ninja world would be at peace..."

"Pfft..." Kurenai covered her mouth and laughed. "Is this why you used to be so lazy? I'm starting to admire you for it!"

"Stop laughing, be serious." Akira Hatake reached out and pinched Kurenai Yuhi's nose. "Who would want to work hard if they could slack off? But then again, things are pretty good as they are now, quite fulfilling."

"It's been quite fulfilling, so fulfilling that they've only seen me once in the past six months..."

Speaking of this, Kurenai Yuhi pouted. After graduation, Akira Hatake was indeed a completely different person, especially after completing that mission outside the village that was said to be A-rank. His genius level had surpassed Kakashi's.

Correspondingly, Akira Hatake also became busy, spending the whole day either doing missions or training. When he finally got to rest at night, he had to go to Konoha Hospital and even train with Minato Namikaze for a while longer.

Although Kurenai Yuhi said this with a hint of resentment, she felt more sorry for Akira Hatake than anything else.

"There's nothing we can do about it. Before we can truly relax, we still need to work hard. While it's true that having enough strength is enough, I feel it's not enough to protect the people I want to protect."

"I wonder, Ming, who do you want to protect?"

"My father, Kakashi, Minato-sensei, Kushina-sensei, and many others." Hatake Akira mischievously omitted Kurenai Yuhi's name.

"Humph!"

Kurenai Yuhi gave a soft snort and turned her head away, but after waiting for a while and seeing that Akira Hatake hadn't made any amends, she couldn't help but ask him again.

"Anymore?"

"Of course I have. Just because I don't say it doesn't mean I've forgotten." Akira Hatake reached out and gently stroked Kurenai Yuhi's delicate nose. "You're in the top three of the people I need to protect."

"Huh? Only in the top three?!"

Kurenai was somewhat dissatisfied with Akira Hatake's explanation. When her girlish temper flared up, she relentlessly pressed Akira for answers, displaying a stubbornness that seemed determined to get to the bottom of things.

"Then who's ahead of me in line!"

“Of course it’s Kakashi and my father,” Akira Hatake said matter-of-factly. “Besides, I think my order of precedence was a bit off. You are all people I would risk my life to protect; there’s no distinction in order…”

"That's pretty much it."

Kurenai was satisfied. After glancing around and finding no one paying attention, she tiptoed and quickly gave Akira Hatake a light, fleeting kiss on the lips.

Akira Hatake was completely stunned; he hadn't expected Kurenai Yuhi to be so bold.

To be honest, Akira Hatake felt a little lost, mainly because the girl's lips were as smooth and lustrous as jade, leaving a lingering impression.

Click!

"What's wrong, Kakashi?"

Minato Namikaze, who was chatting happily with Kushina and Might Guy, heard the noise and, following the sound of the chopsticks breaking, gave Kakashi a concerned look.

"It's nothing, unscrupulous merchants cut corners on the chopsticks."

Kakashi made up an excuse, but Minato didn't pay any attention and continued chatting with Kushina and Might Guy.

Kakashi secretly tossed the chopsticks, which had been broken in two, under his feet, and crushed them into the mud. He couldn't help but turn around and glare at the oblivious Kurenai with his dead fish eyes.

Kakashi heard everything Hatake Akira said clearly, which made him overjoyed. He couldn't help but sigh that he was still the most important person in his brother Hatake Akira's heart.

However, Kakashi then witnessed Kurenai stealing a kiss from Akira Hatake, and Akira Hatake grinning foolishly.

I can't stand it anymore, I really can't stand it!

That was my brother's first kiss!

Kakashi cursed Kurenai in his mind, but then he seemed to remember something, and his face suddenly turned a little red.

"The barbecue is almost all served, teacher, what do you think?"

The process of serving the dishes didn't actually take long, and everyone was used to Akira Hatake's busy figure during every meal, so they had long since become accustomed to it.

"Let's dig in! I'll cook a few dishes for everyone later!"

Minato's words were met with cheers from everyone, and Kushina, who loved excitement, naturally wanted to join in.

"Since your teacher Minato has said so, I'll let you taste my cooking later!"

I am most afraid of the sudden silence in the air...

After Kushina finished speaking, all three of them except Kurenai Hatake froze, their hands, which were clapping, hanging in mid-air, unsure of what to do.

"Ahem, are you so surprised you don't know how to express your feelings?"

Minato Namikaze is a seasoned firefighter; his reaction speed is undeniably fast.

"Yes, yes, yes, my teacher's wife cooked for me herself, it really touched me... I want to cry..."

Akira Hatake made a laughing-crying face and gave Minato Namikaze a look.

Teacher, you should just tell the truth.

"Don't be too touched. It's only right that your master's wife treats you this way." Minato Namikaze said with a smile, while giving Akira Hatake a look.

If you want to go, go.

Akira Hatake shook his head and could only sigh deeply. Following Minato Namikaze's lead, he took the lead in praising Kushina.

Moreover, whether intentionally or unintentionally, Akira Hatake always secretly encouraged Kushina to cook more for Minato Namikaze at home, which made Minato Namikaze secretly kick Akira Hatake under the table and give him a warning look.

You should stop now, kid!

However, Akira Hatake ignored him and returned a provocative look to Minato Namikaze in return.

If I had known this would happen, I wouldn’t have done it!

"Ming, I feel like the atmosphere is a bit strange..."

As the saying goes, "Those involved are often confused, while bystanders see things clearly." Kurenai Yuhi attended the Class 8 reunion for the first time. Although she didn't see Akira Hatake and Minato Namikaze exchanging glances privately, her keen sixth sense as a woman still made her realize that something was amiss.

"No? Kushina's cooking skills have always been excellent." Akira Hatake's voice was loud, and Kushina's face lit up when she heard it. She immediately rolled up her sleeves and prepared to cook a "delicious" dish to serve.

However, as soon as she made a move, Minato Namikaze grabbed her and coaxed and tricked Kushina into temporarily abandoning her dangerous idea.

Akira Hatake then tugged at Kurenai Yuhi's hand, gesturing for her to come closer.

"Kurenai, whatever you do, don't eat the food that Kushina-sensei makes later!"

"Huh? Why?" Seeing that Akira Hatake spoke softly, Kurenai Yuhi subconsciously followed his rhythm of speech.

"Don't ask, just focus on eating your wasabi octopus."

After giving Kurenai his instructions, Akira Hatake joined the group praising Kushina again, urging her to show off her cooking skills.

Last time, we let Minato Namikaze go for some reason, but this time we absolutely can't miss him!

Chapter 102 Time Flies, The Idea of ​​a New Ninja Technique.

When the moon was bright and the stars were few, the gathering of Class 8 finally came to an end.

However, just as the party was getting dark, Kurenai Yuhi arrived at the gathering place of Class 8 and took Kurenai away.

This was the only downside to the gathering, and Akira Hatake's attempt to trick Minato Namikaze ultimately failed.

This was somewhat of a regret, making the gathering less than perfect.

Of course, if we ignore these two points, the party was still very successful. In the end, Minato Namikaze was even carried home by Kushina.

This was the first time Akira Hatake had seen Minato Namikaze drunk since he had known him.

Goodbye, Kai!

The three who stayed behind to clean up the mess waved goodbye to each other after everything was packed up.

"You too!" Might Guy flashed his front teeth and waved at Akira Hatake and Kakashi. "Youth will bring us together again!"

"You're right, youth will bring us together again..."

This time, Akira Hatake didn't find Might Guy's words inappropriate; instead, he seriously echoed them.

Matt Kai was delighted. He waved vigorously at the two of them again before turning and walking into the night.

However, after walking quite a distance, Matt Kai suddenly felt a lump in his throat. The composure he had just been putting on could no longer be maintained, and silent tears streamed down his chin and fell to the ground.

Having spent so much time together, the bond between the three had long since deepened. For Might Guy, who was so passionate, honest, and straightforward, to shed tears after parting was already the greatest test of his patience...

Similarly, Akira Hatake felt bad after watching Might Guy leave.

If they want to get together for another mission, they might have to wait until the Third Shinobi World War.