Madara, let's change the world together!

Mikoto's smile was very gentle.

Although she only spoke with Ai Kiyoi for less than two minutes, she already enjoyed being with her.

And they even became friends.

I never even considered making friends with someone outside the Uchiha clan before.

"Yes, my brother is also my husband."

Ok?

Mikoto had just put a dumpling into her mouth.

Her eyes widened suddenly as she stared at Kiyoshi Gen in disbelief.

Brother and sister getting married?

It's not what you think.

“We are not related by blood; we are husband and wife, and also brother and sister.”

Kiyoi Ai waved her hand and gave a simple explanation.

understood!

They are husband and wife, but they prefer to address each other as brother and sister.

"get married?"

How old is Xiao Ai?

"Twenty-six years old."

Isn't he a full ten years older than her?

Mikoto could hardly believe that Kiyoi Ai, who looked so young and energetic like a teenage girl, was actually a 26-year-old married woman!

It's not just the face that's showing, you can't tell either.

If you're looking at her figure, the way she fills out the yukata is absolutely outrageous, on par with that cool older sister.

"Sister Xiao Ai, can you tell me how to have a figure like yours?"

Mikoto's expression was sincere.

"Well, I guess the food was really good."

Kiyoi Ai gave a slightly embarrassed smile.

During the ten years after her brother left, they all cultivated desperately, consuming large amounts of food every day and replenishing their energy using the [Heaven and Earth Furnace] secret technique.

It's probably because they received such good nutrition that they all developed so well.

"Mikoto, let's talk about something else."

"I noticed you were frowning earlier, is something bothering you?"

When Kiyoi asked this question, Uchiha Mikoto answered without hesitation.

After all, there's nothing to hide.

"I'm struggling with whether I should join the police force or continue taking on village duties."

This is also what Mikoto is currently troubled by.

Her parents made her choose the easy and secure Konoha Police Force, which was controlled by the Uchiha clan.

She wanted to try taking on more missions and experience a richer life.

Is there any difference?

Kiyoi Ai asked.

"Ah, you know about the Uchiha clan, right?"

Mikoto Uchiha continued.

“Great ninja clans like ours can choose to serve the clan or the village.”

“For example, in our Uchiha clan, some people go to the Ninja Academy, while others study within the clan.”

"I went to the ninja academy, and afterwards I did many missions with my classmates and teachers."

"Once we reach the Chunin level, we can consider whether to continue with team missions, split up, or serve our clan."

Mikoto looked at the three-colored dumplings in her hand; the different colors were like different choices.

To be honest, she didn't really like her original team, and the other two hadn't been promoted to Chunin, so she didn't want to continue teaming up for missions.

While the Konoha Police Force was a good fit for her, joining it would essentially determine her future life trajectory, with little to no change.

I don't really want to.

However, her parents strongly suggested that she join the police force.

It's simply because it's stable, safe, and there's no danger.

So, are you thinking about which one you should choose?

Kiyoi Ai rested her chin on her hand.

"Um"

At that moment, Mikoto looked at Kiyoi Gen's back.

Do you pursue happiness?

For her at this moment, seeing more things and experiencing a richer life is happiness.

Having grown accustomed to listening to my parents, I want to make my own choice this time.

"Which one do you want to choose, Mikoto?"

"I want to do my missions while also enjoying the scenery outside Konoha."

Mikoto thought of her parents; she needed to earn enough money to support them.

"In that case, Mikoto, let me introduce you to a very good job."

Kiyoi Ai laughed.

"A good job?"

Mikoto blinked. In her memory, work was just endless repetitive labor in a village.

"Yes, if you want to travel outside Konoha, joining a caravan is a great option."

"Moreover, if you're going to go out, there's one city you absolutely must visit."

Kiyoi Ai said under Mikoto's expectant gaze.

"Hatsuri Castle."

First day city?

I think I've heard that before.

Although Mikoto has been on many missions, she has never been near Hatsuhi Castle, so she is naturally not very clear about it.

"A caravan?"

"But without someone you know to introduce you, it's hard to find a good caravan."

Kiyoi Ai stroked her hair behind her ear and said.

"I can introduce you to them."

Ok?

What does this mean?

"Mikoto, you know that the western commercial street is closed, right?"

"Actually, that area is going to be converted into a commercial residential area."

"And both the shopping streets over there and over here belong to my brother."

Mikoto's smile froze.

It seems that Sister Xiao Ai's husband is much richer than she imagined.

Could it be that she really knows someone very important?

"The food here is very good."

Kiyoshi Gen commented.

"Hmm, sweet but not cloying, the cooking is quite good."

Fengsha, who also ate quite a bit, commented.

Jiraiya

There were only three wooden sticks in front of him, and he was still pondering what the deeper meaning of Qingjingyuan was.

"Jiraiya, we're going back."

"If you're going to find Tsunade, then go ahead."

After saying that, Kiyoi Gen turned around, took Fusa's hand, and walked towards Kiyoi Ai.

Jiraiya didn't get up either; he was thinking of Tsunade.

I was turned away when I went to see Tsunade yesterday. Will I be turned away again today?

"Yuan! Wait!"

Jiraiya suddenly stood up.

"Could you give me another coin as a token for going to the inner city?"

Kiyoshi turned around and took out a gold coin with the image of the Lord's Mansion of Hatsuhi City printed on it from his pocket.

"Consider it a gift."

At this moment, Kiyoi Ai stood up, walked to Kiyoi Gen's side, and hugged his arm.