Konoha: You're letting me build up my bonds, but you're offending the entire ninja world.

He also needs time to mature and transform his potential into strength.

This low profile lasted for two and a half years.

During this period, the entire ninja world was peaceful; the war had completely ended, and a peaceful era had begun.

After the initial period of depression, Hiruzen Sarutobi overcame the grief of losing his son and devoted all his energy and emotions to the village, vigorously developing the economy and restoring people's livelihoods.

However, many of his actions infringed upon the interests of the Uchiha clan.

In the eyes of the Uchiha clan, the security of the village and the management of the commercial district are their responsibilities. This is a rule established during the Second Hokage's time, and the Third Hokage's actions are undoubtedly an attempt to take away their share of the pie.

Furthermore, as Uchiha Shisui's reputation grew, rumors even circulated in Kirigakure that encountering Shisui with the Body Flicker Technique meant one could abandon their mission, thus solidifying his status as the strongest member of the Uchiha clan.

Many Uchiha clan members became arrogant again, their minds began to stir, and undercurrents began to surface.

early morning

The Shimura family.

"Xiangling, get up quickly!"

The kitchen was filled with the urging of Misa Uzumaki and the aroma of food. A few minutes later, Xiangling and Gengetsu Shimura finally arrived at the dining room.

Misa Uzumaki also placed toast and eggs in front of the two of them, and then went back to the kitchen to get out grilled fish.

"Eat quickly, then you'll have to go to school. Today is registration day, so don't be late."

Misa Uzumaki's smile never disappeared as she spoke.

Even though she has been in Konoha for more than three years, she still often feels like it's all a dream.

A stable environment, a peaceful life, Karin can also enter the ninja academy to study and meet many peers. Everything is too wonderful, so much so that it feels like an unreal dream.

"Where is Samui?"

As Shimura Gengetsu spread jam on the bread, he asked.

Two and a half years have passed, and Shimura Gengetsu has grown taller, his face has become even more handsome, and his skin is fair.

Whenever they looked closely at the boy, Izumi, Yugao, and the other girls couldn't help but feel jealous.

Why does he get all the good things? Not only is he good-looking, but his skin is also in such good condition, even whiter and brighter than the skin that others spend a lot of time and money to carefully care for.

"Lord Xuan Yue, I'm back."

Samui walked into the entrance hall with a knife in his hand, his body still covered in sweat, clearly having gone to training again.

"You're covered in sweat, hurry back to your room to take a shower, then come eat."

Although Shimura Gengetsu sounded disgusted, Samui still smiled, her two dimples appearing slightly, and quickly went upstairs.

Time and environment have a huge impact on people. When Samui first arrived, she always had a cold face. She agreed to become Shimura Gengetsu's retainer, but it was because Kumokage decisively sold her out that she made this choice in despair.

As one's status changes, one's mindset will gradually change as well.

Over the years, Samui discovered that if she became one of his own, Shimura Gengetsu would be a breath of fresh air. He not only taught her advanced swordsmanship and ninjutsu, but also treated her like family in daily life, without any discrimination.

Gradually, the iceberg began to melt, and as for Kumogakure... now, Samui's only concern is for his family who still live there.

Sometimes she even thought about bringing her younger brother and parents over, since the living environment in Konoha was much better than the strict hierarchy of the Cloud Shadow.

At the dining table, Misa Uzumaki was still nagging Karin, telling her about things to be careful about after starting school.

"At school, you must listen to your teachers, make more friends, not bully your classmates, study hard, and not embarrass Lord Xuan Yue."

"Mmm!" Karin had just eaten an egg, and her cheeks were puffed out like a little squirrel as she nodded her head.

"I will definitely become a powerful ninja and help Lord Xuan Yue."

Misa Uzumaki was so angry she laughed. "So you didn't listen to anything I said before?"

"Don't be so nervous."

After finishing his milk, Shimura Gengetsu said nonchalantly, "Making more friends is good, but you don't have to compromise yourself for it. People with similar interests will naturally come together."

"If anyone tries to bully you, beat them up, then come back and tell me, and I'll go after their parents."

“Lord Xuan Yue.” Misa Uzumaki said, both amused and exasperated, “You’re spoiling Karin way too much.”

"Lord Gengetsu is the best." Karin snuggled into Gengetsu's arms, her eyes full of adoration and dependence.

“I’m fine, but you can’t smear breadcrumbs from your mouth on my clothes.”

The boy helped Karin up and waved to Misa Uzumaki, "Aunt Misa, you don't need to be so careful. The fact that our Shimura family doesn't go looking for trouble is a sign of high quality. If others still bully us, then they are just being unreasonable."

Misa Uzumaki gave a wry smile, but said nothing more.

Who would want their children to suffer in silence and be bullied by others?

The things she just mentioned were due to the cautious personality she developed during her previous life in exile.

However, judging from how much Xuan Yue cherishes Xiang Lin, her future daughter will certainly not suffer as much as she has.

very nice.

After having breakfast and changing their clothes, the three of them left home and headed to the ninja academy.

Along the way, we also met many families with children who shared the same goal as us.

Apart from nobles, ordinary people who have the means will send their children to ninja academies in hopes of enabling their children to become ninjas.

Although it is a high-risk profession, the income is quite considerable. Even a low-ranking ninja or a middle-ranking ninja can retire and enjoy a comfortable life after working for ten or twenty years.

However, the Ninja Academy doesn't accept just anyone.

Especially after the war ended, the number of casualties decreased significantly, and Konoha also needed to control the number of ninjas, so it didn't need too many cannon fodder.

Currently, around 300 students enroll each year, but less than half graduate successfully.

Shimura Gengetsu's house was very close to the ninja academy. After walking for fifteen minutes, the three of them arrived at the school gate.

They didn't arrive early; many people were already waiting outside the school gate for it to open so they could bring their children to register.

Shimura Gengetsu also ran into many acquaintances.

"Come on, Karin, let me introduce you to a few people. They'll be your classmates from now on."

Taking Karin's little hand, Gengetsu Shimura led her towards a large tree where several adults and three children were standing.

Nara Shikaku also noticed Gengetsu's arrival and patted his listless son with a smile, "Shikamaru, cheer up!"

"Xuan Yuejun."

The older generation of pigs, deer, and butterflies all greeted each other with smiles. Although Xuan Yue was about the same age as their children, in terms of status and strength, no one treated him as a junior; they all communicated with each other on an equal footing.

Behind them, a little blonde girl's eyes shone, and tears welled up in her eyes.

"Wow, so handsome...this guy is really handsome!"

Nara Shikamaru's lips twitched slightly.

Okay, he admits that Gengetsu Shimura is indeed very handsome, but could you please tone it down a bit? You're drooling!

As for the chubby boy next to him, he hadn't stopped eating since he arrived, and had finished a whole bag of potato chips.

"Xuan Yue, let me introduce you. These are the children from our families: Nara Shikamaru, Yamanaka Ino, and Akimichi Choji."

Nara Shikaku invited the three of them forward to introduce Shimura Gengetsu.

Nara Shikamaru greeted him respectfully. Shikaku had told him about Shimura Gengetsu's glorious achievements, and it was best to be honest when facing such a strong opponent if you weren't familiar with him.

The other two children didn't think as much as he did, especially Ino, who, after greeting him, listened intently to Shimura Gengetsu's film.

Gengetsu Shimura smiled and rubbed her cheek. "What a lovely little girl. Mr. Inoichi is truly blessed."

"Hahaha."

Yamanaka Inoichi smiled happily, looking every bit the doting father.

Yamanaka Ino lowered her head shyly, but inside she was ecstatic.

"Karin, get to know everyone. From now on, you'll be classmates, so please help each other out."

Gengetsu Shimura patted Karin, urging her to step forward and become acquainted with the next generation of Ino-Shika-Cho.

Karin rarely goes out and doesn't have any friends her own age. She thinks those kids are too childish and can't be bothered with them. But since these are Gengetsu Shimura's words, she introduces herself very seriously.

Before long, the group had become acquainted.

"Xuan Yuejun!"

Just then, another familiar face arrived: the Hyuga brothers, Hiashi and Higashi, with their respective children.

"Lord Xuan Yue." Hyuga Neji greeted him respectfully.

"Lord Xuan Yue..." the white-eyed loli said weakly.

"Hinata, you don't need to be so polite." Xuan Yue looked at the blushing loli and didn't make any intimate moves, afraid that she would faint.

He didn't try to change Hinata's mind; everyone has their own unique qualities, and forcibly changing them is pointless.

"Karin, if anyone bullies Hinata at school in the future, just take action."

"Yes, Lord Xuan Yue."

"I'll help too," Ino quickly asserted her presence.

Shimura Gengetsu encouraged them for a couple of minutes, then looked at Hyuga Neji and said, "Neji, I'm entrusting the upperclassmen to you."