Naruto: I, Naruto, started with the Rinnegan

Chapter 79 Measures

As for the measures to be taken?

First, rumors about fox spirits and monsters are strictly prohibited; anyone who spreads such rumors will be imprisoned.

Secondly, Naruto's identity as the son of the Fourth Hokage will be revealed, and all of Minato and Kushina's inheritances will be returned.

Thirdly, to arrange a marriage between Naruto and Hinata; from now on, the two are engaged.

"That old man was quite something, what a pity—"

It's useless!

Adding flowers to brocade can never compare to providing charcoal in the snow. Doing so ten years ago might have been useful, but now?

Naruto's mind is made up!

The next day.

At the training ground where Team 7 usually assembles, Sakura, unusually, didn't stare at Sasuke, but instead looked at Naruto with a complicated expression.

I hadn't noticed before, but now that I look closely, they do indeed look quite similar.

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"Sakura, I understand that you want to change your target. After all, Sasuke is as cold as a stone, so it's normal that you can't keep pursuing him."

Naruto said, "But, you've got something wrong—you hit me with your 'Yanwa Yi' (a type of Japanese sword)—I'm not just anyone!"

Sakura was taken aback, then burst into anger, saying, "I'm not just anyone! Besides, I haven't changed my target; the person I love will always be Sasuke!"

Sasuke frowned. Forever? Wouldn't that be incredibly annoying?

Naruto patted his chest and said with relief, "That's good, you almost scared me to death."

"Naruto Uzumaki!!!"

Sakura's forehead veins bulged, her fists clenched so tightly they cracked, and she walked step by step toward Naruto.

That's incredibly insulting. She's a girl, after all.

"You want to challenge me? Very well, Sakura, you have a lot of courage. Come on—"

Naruto assumed a fighting stance, leaving Sakura awkwardly stuck in place, unable to move forward or backward. She knew Naruto wasn't joking.

If she attacks, Naruto will definitely fight back, and Sasuke certainly won't help her.

In that case, she will inevitably be left with a body full of injuries.

"Naruto, are you really the Fourth Hokage's child?"

Sakura questioned, "I heard that the Fourth Hokage is very gentle with girls, how come you—"

They never give in to me, and they even beat me up.

"Hmm? You know too, it seems the news has spread throughout the whole village—"

Naruto roughly guessed where Sakura's complicated gaze came from, and calmly replied, "Eternal is Eternal, and I am me. We are different—and I have always believed in gender equality, and I will not give preferential treatment or abuse based on gender."

"That's right. Ninjas don't distinguish between men and women, and enemies won't show mercy just because their opponent is a woman. They might even resort to more ruthless and cruel methods."

Kakashi arrived late and said to Sakura, "As a ninja, you need to be mentally prepared for this."

Sakura nodded, indicating that she understood.

Sasuke said impatiently, "You're late again. What are you doing here today?"

Kakashi replied matter-of-factly, "To do the mission."

A level D mission: Help Mr. Otani, a villager, dig sweet potatoes.

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"What a boring task."

Naruto used Shadow Clone Jutsu, Sasuke used Shadow Clone Jutsu, but Sakura couldn't use Shadow Clone Jutsu, so she could only watch helplessly as her idol ran off with another man.

In an open space not far from the fields, Naruto and Sasuke began their battle.

Sasuke went all out, using every technique imaginable, while Naruto restricted himself, not using the power of the tailed beasts or the Rinnegan, relying only on ninjutsu and taijutsu.

Lightning flashed and thunder roared; the wind blew and the water flowed.

Kakashi watched the battle from the sidelines, his eyes filled with growing amazement. These two children—they will definitely become strong in the future!

After half an hour of fierce fighting, the battlefield was in ruins, and Sasuke collapsed, exhausted.

"You've improved so quickly, you're no worse than a Jonin."

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Naruto helped Sasuke up and channeled the Nine-Tails' chakra into him to replenish Sasuke's chakra.

Sasuke was somewhat disappointed. "What's the use? I still lost to you."

Despite all the effort, nothing has changed.

Naruto smiled and comforted him, "You're already amazing. You made me feel real pressure."

Sasuke rolled his eyes, not wanting to say anything.

"Are you upset?"

"Of course not!"

Sasuke rallied his spirits and prepared to continue his training.

Sasuke invited, "Want to come along?"

Naruto politely declined, saying, "Maybe next time. I won't go this time; I have to go to the Hyuga clan for something."

Hyuga family.

"Master, Naruto Uzumaki, the son of the Fourth Hokage, requests an audience."

A branch family ninja came to report, and Hiashi pondered for a few seconds before calmly saying, "Bring him here."

He wanted to carefully observe what his future son-in-law would look like.

A few minutes later, Naruto sat down opposite Hiashi, with the aroma of tea wafting from the wooden table between them.

Hiashi sized up Naruto for a long time before asking, "What do you want with me?"

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Naruto asked frankly, "I'll just ask you directly: if one day I become infamous in Konoha, can Uncle protect Hinata from being implicated?"

Hijiri said meaningfully, "If you don't want to, no one can force you to become infamous."

Naruto chuckled, "I can only say I'll try my best, but the future is unpredictable—Uncle, can you answer my question now?"

Hiashi's eyes gleamed thoughtfully: "If you can't, what will you do?"

Naruto immediately said, "Let's break off the engagement to avoid getting involved."

Hiashi was startled, then looked at Naruto carefully. Seeing that Naruto was not lying, he developed a liking for Naruto.

This kid—he really cares about Hinata.

Naruto asked again, "Can you protect me?"

Hiashi solemnly replied, "The Hyuga is the largest clan in Konoha, so naturally they can protect Hinata."

Time slipped away as Class 7 spent one boring D-rank mission after another.

That day, after completing their tasks, Class 7 went home separately.

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Naruto used the Flying Thunder God Technique to go to the Hyuga clan and take Hinata away, leaving behind the heartbroken little girl Hanabi.

Hand in hand, the two walked down the street, bought many snacks, and ate them as they walked.

As I walked into a small alley, a man in black with painted face was grabbing a child.

"Hey kid, what are you running around for? Don't you know it hurts when you bump into someone?!"

Kankuro grabbed Konohamaru by the collar, lifted him into the air, and said fiercely, "Tell me, brat, how do you want to die?"

"Alright, Kankuro, don't cause trouble. Attracting unnecessary attention will only lead to problems—"

A pretty girl with short blonde hair spoke up to remind them.

"What does it matter? He's just a brat—let me relax a bit before he arrives."

Kankuro waved his hand dismissively.

The blonde girl, Temari, knew who "he" referred to, and remained silent, not continuing to stop him.

"Kid, haven't you decided how you want to die yet?"

Kankuro grabbed Konohamaru by the collar and shook him, his expression fierce, which terrified Konohamaru.

Menghuang and Wudong, standing nearby, were also trembling and dared not step forward.

Konohamaru looked around helplessly, when suddenly his eyes lit up as he saw Naruto and Hinata about to turn and leave.