Konoha: I, Uchiha, am brimming with positive energy

Chapter 405 Hot Spring Trip

"Why do I keep having this kind of dream every day?"

Sakura changed all the bedding to new ones, and then quietly took them down to the yard to air them out before she could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

However, this is not a long-term solution. Sakura is a little worried. She is about to go on a trip with Ino. Will she still have those kinds of dreams when she is away?

Sarada has now noticed that Sakura frequently changes Sarada's bedding early in the morning, but Sakura always manages to brush it off with other excuses. In fact, to make the excuse even more convincing, Sakura washes Sarada's bedding every day.

"Ugh, I'm exhausted. This damn dream makes my daily chores so much more complicated."

After finishing her chores early in the morning, Sakura sat on the bed and rested for a while before getting up and going to the bathroom mirror. She wasn't sure if it was just her imagination, but she felt her complexion seemed a little better. Although her face still looked tired, her skin radiated a vibrant energy.

"That's strange. Could it be that dream? How could it be? What Ino said makes absolutely no sense. Honestly."

Sakura didn't finish her sentence before she contradicted herself. She was definitely not lonely. Ino was just talking nonsense!

Sakura then went downstairs to make breakfast. Today was not only her trip, but also Sarada's and her classmates' outdoor adventure, so Sakura got up very early. After making breakfast, she also made a hearty bento for Sarada.

After Sarada finished breakfast and left, Sakura also packed her things, grabbed her bag, and prepared to go out.

She had already taken leave a few days ago. During her absence, Shizune helped take care of Konoha Hospital, and there haven't been many patients lately, so it will operate normally without any problems.

Upon arriving at Rai Station, Sakura spotted Uchiha Yoichi and Yamanaka Ino. Ino also saw Sakura and waved, calling out, "Here, Sakura!"

"They're here."

Sakura responded with a smile, then walked over; upon approaching, Sakura smiled at Uchiha Yoichi and said, "Yoichi-san, I'm sorry to have bothered you this time."

"No, traveling with more people makes it more lively."

Uchiha Yoichi shook his head and said calmly, his attitude towards Sakura neither too close nor too distant. This attitude put Sakura at ease, making her feel a little more relaxed.

Sakura can still vividly recall the scenes from her dream. If Uchiha Yoichi's attitude had been any less than perfect, she feels she would have been in great distress. But now it seems this trip was quite enjoyable.

After boarding the Thunder Car, Ino found a seat in the back of the carriage. Uchiha Yoichi happened to recognize this place; he and Lady Temari had spent several hours here last time.

Looking back now, he still feels a bit nostalgic. Uchiha Yoichi plans to find some time to have Temari come out again.

After taking their seats, Ino Yamanaka took out some food and chatted and laughed with Sakura to relax. However, the food Ino took out was prepared by Yoichi Uchiha, who was a true gourmand and cared a lot about what he ate.

The izakaya next to Yangyi Pharmacy has chefs with top-notch skills in the ninja world, but they were hired by Uchiha Yangyi and basically only cater to his meals.

Ino Yamanaka and Sakura chatted and laughed along the way. Yoichi Uchiha rarely interrupted, but whenever he did speak, he would talk about other things he had seen in the ninja world or things that happened a thousand years ago.

Uchiha Yoichi's personal experiences from a thousand years ago were captivating, drawing Ino and Sakura completely into the story.

Even if they had any doubts, they were fooled by Uchiha Yoichi's use of the long-standing tradition of Onmyoji.

When they reached the end of the journey, Ino and Sakura were still somewhat engrossed in listening. Thanks to Yoichi Uchiha's narration, they had developed a great interest in the world of Onmyoji, and Ino had been particularly keen to arrange for Kurenai Yuhi to meet Asuma.

However, a series of events delayed things, and Nara Shikamaru suspected that Uchiha Yoichi had bad intentions, almost causing a fight with Yamanaka Ino. As a result, the matter was left unresolved and there was no follow-up.

After arriving at the seaside town of Yugoku, Yamanaka Ino took Sakura and Uchiha Yoichi directly to the hot spring hotel. After putting down their things, they went out to explore.

Seeing the local scenery, tasting the local cuisine, and learning about the interesting things local life are all essential aspects of travel, and Yamanaka Ino took Sakura on a tour of them all.

As for Uchiha Yoichi, he was simply following along. Ino came out this time partly to fulfill her promise to Uchiha Yoichi, and partly to help Sakura relax. As for the promise she made to Uchiha Yoichi, she would only use it that night.

They strolled around until evening before returning to their hotel, where they enjoyed a delicious local hot spring meal.

After enjoying the delicious food, today's ultimate goal is to soak in the hot springs.

However, after changing her clothes back in the room, Yamanaka Ino quietly pulled Sakura aside and said apologetically to her, "I'm sorry, Sakura, I might have to go to the mixed bath later. I can't go with you to the women's bath."

Sakura blushed instantly upon hearing this. She naturally understood what would happen if Ino went, but she still asked with a mischievous grin, "Hey~ Ino, aren't you afraid that other people will come?"

"Sakura."

Ino Yamanaka shyly nudged Sakura, then whispered, "It seems like it's just the three of us here today; no one else will be coming."

"I understand, I understand. It's because Ino likes that guy. But I guess Ino will come keep me company tonight, right?"

"Of course, I'll come find you after I'm done soaking in the hot springs."

After Yamanaka Ino finished speaking, she parted ways with Sakura.

The three of them booked two rooms. Yamanaka Ino originally planned to share a room with Uchiha Yoichi, but now it seems she will have to keep Sakura company and chat with her tonight.

Back in the house, Ino noticed that Uchiha Yang was not there, so she guessed that he had gone to the bathhouse beforehand. She then shyly took out the translucent white stockings she had bought in advance.

"Bad guy"

Yamanaka Ino blushed and cursed under her breath, but still lifted her bathrobe and slowly put on her silky white stockings. Only after her jade feet were completely covered by the white stockings did Ino blush as she put down her bathrobe and stand up.

After admiring himself for a while, he took his bathing supplies and headed towards the mixed bath.

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"Phew~"

After immersing herself completely in the hot spring, Sakura exhaled a blissful breath, feeling her whole body relax in the water. Sakura couldn't help but think...

"This feels so good. I should have come out to relax sooner. It would have been even better if I had come with Sasuke and Sarada."

Whoosh~~

Sakura, who was soaking in the hot spring, suddenly heard a faint sound coming from not far away, and it sounded like Ino's voice as well.

"Ino?"

Sakura emerged from the hot spring, wrapped herself in a towel, and followed the sound to a bamboo railing more than two meters high. From there, she could hear it even more clearly.

"Hmm~~"

"Yang Yi, Yang Yi, slow down~~ Ah~"

(End of this chapter)