Konoha: This Uchiha is extremely sneaky

Chapter 158 Lin

Konoha 44th year.

The once bustling streets now appear somewhat desolate due to the continuous war.

Some pedestrians who occasionally pass by no longer have the lighthearted look they used to have. Even when they go out, they appear blank and hurried.

More than two years have passed since the outbreak of war, and the entire Hidden Leaf Village has been mired in a quagmire because of this sudden war.

It's not just ordinary people who do this; even the usually high-ranking ninja clans hold memorial services from time to time.

Let us remember these departed relatives and friends!

"Brother Toshiro, you're in the village too! That's wonderful! Are you free tonight? I'd like to treat you to ramen!"

A young man carrying a large bag of miscellaneous items glanced over and spotted a senior member of his clan who had been taking good care of him. He quickly greeted him.

At this point, he was no longer the same as before. He was no longer an insignificant brat, but a professional ninja recognized by Konoha.

I've finally met a senior who's been very kind to me, so this is a good opportunity to thank them properly.

I've recently completed quite a few tasks and saved up a considerable amount of money. But if I'm going to treat Toshiro-nii-san, I can also invite him...

While thinking this, he couldn't help but look at the girl beside him.

"It's Obito!"

"And Rin and Kakashi too!"

Hearing someone call his name, the figure who had just hurried across the street turned around and looked back, not expecting that it was the future big boss calling him.

Seeing the other person covered in sweat, carrying a large bag of things, and with his two companions beside him, Toshiro smiled knowingly.

[This kid is actually quite lovable these days!]

Compared to his future self, Obito Uchiha was still quite popular at this time.

Especially among the village elders, this kid has gained the approval of almost all the elders of Konoha because of his selfless help over the years.

Of course, this also includes an "old man" who has already defected from Konoha.

Putting these random thoughts aside, Toshiro greeted the other person in a straightforward manner. Although things would change a lot in the future, Obito at this time was still easy to get along with.

"Toshiro-senpai, did you return to Konoha to rest and recuperate?"

"Also, thank you for your cultivation notes, senior!"

Rin Nohara, who had also spotted Toshiro because of Obito's shout, ignored the package in her hand, greeted Toshiro, and bowed to him.

"Rin! You don't need to be so polite. Toshiro is my kinsman. There's no need for you to be so courteous."

Seeing his beloved being so polite to Toshiro, Obito felt a pang of heartache and said sourly.

"It's alright, Obito!"

Returning a smile to her companion, Nohara Rin ignored Obito's kindness and insisted on bowing to Toshiro.

Unlike her carefree companions, she was grateful for the notes that Toshiro-senpai had given her, as they had been of great help.

It turns out that six months ago, Toshiro, who was returning to the village to deliver supplies, accidentally ran into his younger brother Obito, who was from the same clan.

Knowing that his goddess was currently struggling with learning medical ninjutsu, he tried to curry favor with Toshiro by pestering him for help.

He knew that Toshiro had achieved considerable success in medical ninjutsu. For his goddess, he was going all out, promising that once he became Hokage, he would take good care of Toshiro and make him a candidate for Hokage of Konoha.

Upon hearing this, Toshiro almost lost his composure on the spot!

He was internally screaming, "This kid doesn't know what he'll do in the future, otherwise, who knows how he'd react!"

However, he did not refuse. He simply asked Obito to copy down his medical ninjutsu training notes from over the years and then handed them over to Nohara Rin.

Hopefully, this guy who never confessed his feelings before he died can seize the opportunity and finally make up for the regret of his life.

However, judging from the current situation, this kid hasn't done anything he was told!

"Ah! Lin, you're too kind!"

"I only got that notebook because that idiot Obito kept nagging me about how you usually take care of this clumsy guy."

After saying that, she glanced at the idiot in front of her, having let such a good opportunity to confess slip by.

You deserve to be a backup option until the very end.

It's worth noting that Toshiro spent a lot of his brainpower trying to help this kid come up with ideas, but it seems like it was all for nothing!

"What did you say, Toshiro-nii?!"

"Wasn't it you who, seeing Lin's exceptional talent and kind heart, decided to have me give the notes to Lin?"

Rin didn't react much upon hearing this, but Obito, the person involved, became awkward.

As he spoke, he secretly glanced at the goddess beside him, looking completely captivated, which made Toshiro across from him exclaim that he couldn't take it anymore.

Kids in the ninja world are really precocious! And it's a love triangle with a strong Konoha flavor~

"Kakashi! You've been getting along well with your crew lately, haven't you?"

He shook his head, ignoring the two kids, and greeted the silent little white-haired boy.

This guy hasn't changed much; he's still just as indifferent. But compared to the beginning, he no longer exudes that despairing, deathly cold aura.

He's become more like a normal human being!

I suppose the two little devils beside him deserve some credit for this too!

"Um!"

Twitching his lips, Toshiro felt utterly powerless at the other's response; he had just felt that the kid had changed somewhat.

Unexpectedly, the only change he sensed was that his previous lack of response had been replaced by a simple "hmm"!

This kid is hopeless!

"Is Obito going to treat us?"

"How about we all get together? I wonder if Toshiro-senpai has some time?"

It has to be said that Lin, this little girl, knows how to liven up the atmosphere. With just a few words, she successfully distracted her two companions.

"Tonight? No problem, I'll be there on time! Hmm! It'll be at BBQ Q~"

After a moment's thought, Toshiro didn't refuse and readily accepted Rin's invitation. He even pre-arranged the location for the evening's dinner, completely ignoring Obito's opinion.

"Hey! Hey! I didn't..."

But the moment Lin looked over with a questioning gaze, the boy immediately shut up.

(End of this chapter)