The Master of Konoha's Legacy

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled knowingly and glanced at the sun that had just risen above the horizon.

He bent over slightly to make Uchiha Tonan more comfortable.

[Chapter 185: Salvation and Redemption Spy Operation]

And so, Hiruzen Sarutobi carried Tonan Uchiha all the way back to his home in the Sarutobi clan's territory.

As they entered the courtyard, Hiruzen Sarutobi reached out and patted the arm of Uchiha Tonan that was draped around his neck, saying:

"We're home, time to get off."

Uchiha Tonan silently rubbed against Hiruzen Sarutobi's shoulder before reluctantly getting off his back.

"Come in, I have something I need to talk to you about."

Hiruzen Sarutobi led Uchiha Tonan into the house.

Uchiha Tonan first picked up the sleeping Kotobuki from the sofa and sat down opposite Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Both of them kept their heads down and remained silent.

No matter how harmonious and amicable the two had been before, that was a passionate moment.

What they need now is to calm down and analyze the situation rationally.

Hiruzen Sarutobi patted himself down and glanced at the broken pipe on the ground.

He got up and went to the cabinet, opened it, took out a new pipe, filled it with tobacco, and lit it.

He took a deep breath and exhaled softly:

"Let bygones be bygones."

People inevitably make mistakes.

I will destroy that evidence.

Uchiha Tonan held Xiaoyanbo in his arms, looking just like a child who had done something wrong and was being criticized.

"Teacher, I'm sorry."

Hiruzen Sarutobi reached for the family photo frame, placed it in the drawer, and sighed:

"You are young after all, and you are prone to acting impulsively without considering the consequences."

I did neglect you because of the two of them.

This is partly my responsibility.

After saying that, Hiruzen Sarutobi sat down opposite Tonan Uchiha.

Clearly, Hiruzen Sarutobi also understood that this situation should not be discussed further regarding Shinnosuke and Asuma.

He then changed the subject and said:

"By the way, I remember that the Mangekyou Sharingan has special eye techniques."

"What kind of eye technique do you possess? Would you mind telling the teacher?"

Uchiha Tonan adjusted his glasses and pondered:

"My kaleidoscope seems to have changed."

The ability seemed extremely evil at first, but I didn't pay attention at the time.

Now, my kaleidoscope, the left eye's pupil technique is called "Transcendence".

It can guide the souls of the recently deceased to a carefree paradise.

The pupil technique in the right eye is called Redemption.

It can draw out the darkness in other people's hearts.

But it will seep into my heart, making me bear the pain for others.

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded upon hearing this, taking long drags on his cigarette before sighing:

"A truly magnificent eye technique."

Hiruzen Sarutobi squinted, flicked the ash from his cigarette, looked up at the clock, and said:

"However, you should use that eye technique called Redemption sparingly."

Don't sacrifice yourself to save others.

Uchiha Tonan nodded and said, "I will be careful."

"Cough cough~" The little Yanbu in his arms seemed to be choked by the smell of Sarutobi Hiruzen's smoke.

Startled, Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately extinguished his cigarette, a kind smile appearing on his face. He reached out and pinched Koro's chubby cheeks, saying:

"You don't need to go to the Chunin Tournament; your strength has already surpassed that of a Jonin."

"I'll go to the Hokage Building later and change your ninja rank."

Uchiha Tonan raised an eyebrow, his face full of hesitation, and said, "But... my mission completion rate is far from enough."

Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand and said, "You don't need to worry about this, I know how to do it."

Uchiha Tonan nodded and said, "Thank you, teacher. If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave now. Please get some rest."

"Ah."

Hiruzen Sarutobi withdrew his hand, leaned back on the sofa, closed his eyes, and nodded slightly.

At this point, although the two had reconciled, they still needed some time to heal their wounds.

Uchiha Tonan doesn't need to worry about Hiruzen Sarutobi changing his mind in a short time.

Because men are decision-making beings, once they make up their minds at a certain time, it's like building a wall around their hearts that can withstand a long period of time.

Having just left the Sarutobi clan's territory, taking advantage of the fact that no one was around.

Uchiha Tonan looked down at the little Yanbu in his arms.

Xiao Yanbu's round, black eyes reflected Uchiha Tunan's face as he happily reached out his hand, seemingly wanting to grab something.

She smacked her lips a few times, as if calling out to Uchiha Tonan.

"Ding, you have gained the approval of Hatake Kotobuki."

Uchiha Tonan's lips slowly curved into a warm smile.

Then, he quickly formed a hand seal with his right hand and gently placed his palm on Xiao Yanbu's head, silently planting the Seed Dao Incantation Seal for him.

As soon as the curse seal was applied, Xiao Yanbu started crying loudly because of the pain.

As Uchiha Tunan walked, he gently shook and coaxed Xiaoyanbu.

The earlier the cursed seal is planted, the better the assimilation effect.

Passersby on the street watched this scene with knowing smiles.

They thought Uchiha Tonan was just trying to coax the child.

What they didn't know was how much pain Xiao Yanbu was enduring at that moment.

But since Xiao Yanbu can't speak yet, she can only express her feelings by crying.

His body instinctively struggled, but Uchiha Tonan easily subdued him.

Her little face turned bright red, and large tears rolled down her chubby cheeks in a continuous stream.

A female ninja walking towards them glanced at Xiao Yanbu and stopped, her face full of heartache, saying:

"What's wrong with this little guy? He's crying so hard."

Uchiha Tonan smiled slightly and said, "I forgot to feed him his sleep milk last night. How could he not cry after being hungry all night?"

The female ninja frowned and carefully examined Xiao Yanbu, then said with pity, "What a pitiful little guy, his face is so red, is he sick?"

Uchiha Tonan gently placed the back of his hand on Kotobuki's forehead and touched it.

It's so hot!

It seems that the curse mark was just placed, which triggered its own immunity.

"Thankfully, she doesn't have a fever; she must have cried too hard."

"Okay, okay, we'll be home soon for your milk."

Uchiha Tonan held Kotobuki close to his chest to prevent the female ninja from touching him.

He coaxed Xiaoyan Bu to brush past the female ninja.

Soon, Xiao Yanbu fainted due to the unbearable pain.

Uchiha Tonan reached out and touched his nose.

There was still breath, but it was very faint.

It's good that they didn't die; if they survive, they'll be given top-quality food.

Meanwhile, at the welfare home.

As usual, Yakushi Nonou came to take care of Kokoro at this time.

However, she knocked on the door for a long time, but no one answered.

Did you leave this morning?

Yakushi Nonou thought to herself, glancing back at the ground.

However, the snow on the ground had almost melted, covering up all traces.

He immediately used special means to open the locked room door and went inside.

He then closed the door behind him to prevent Matt Dae and his son from seeing them.

Upon entering the room, Yakushi Nonou looked around to make sure no one was there, then went to the study and began searching through the bookshelves.

They are searching for valuable intelligence.

As spies, when stealing non-urgent intelligence, they will choose the safest time to act.

The main reason is that today, Yakushi Nonou discovered that Kotobuki had been taken away.

Babies at this age don't know how to hide their scent.