[Naruto] It turns out you are the tail end of the crane

The next morning.

Yuzuye woke up on the sofa in the living room.

She was astonished to feel the soft touch under her palm, and she couldn't understand it.

Yuye: Is it sleepwalking?

I clearly remember that I fell asleep on the floor last night...

Is this the legendary sequelae of frequent nightmares?

She shook her hand unconsciously, feeling that something was missing.

When he saw that the palms of his hands were empty, a feeling of palpitations instantly flowed through his limbs.

Yuzu stumbled up and rummaged through the pile of messy papers in the living room.

The cool breeze swam through the corridor, blowing the pages and making a subtle scraping sound.

Yuye suddenly came back to her senses, and she slowly turned her head.

——The signature paper was placed neatly on the table. In order to prevent it from blowing away in the wind, it was carefully pressed down with a pen.

Yuye fell into the messy pile of papers and let out a long sigh of relief.

But, has she really done such a thing?

She held her chin in a daze, trying her best to recall every bit of yesterday in her mind.

Nothing was recalled.

Before she could figure it out, the kaleidoscope pattern drawn on the white paper in her peripheral vision once again grabbed her attention.

Yuye picked up one from beside her and put it in front of her eyes, tracing the kaleidoscope pattern on it carefully over and over again.

——No, his eyes are definitely not like this.

What should that look like?

After realizing that she couldn't think of anything, she sighed slightly dejectedly, crumpled the waste paper into a ball and threw it in the corner.

Yuzuha decided to find Kakashi again.

I also had to tell him by the way that she didn't have a nightmare last night, nor did she wake up in the middle of the night.

The warm sunshine of spring is melting.

When Yuba found Kakashi, he was wandering in front of the bookstall alone.

She watched from a distance and saw him picking up a book with a gray cover and several large vermilion characters printed on it——

"How do ninjas die"...?

"Kakashi," Yuzuha pointed to the book in his hand, "What are you doing?"

Paying attention to her gaze, Kakashi hid the book behind his back with some discomfort.

He turned his head to look away from her, and asked calmly: "Excuse me, what can I do for you?"

"Kakashi..." Yuba called him, lowering her voice mysteriously, "Let me teach you how to use the Sharingan."

Kakashi suddenly raised his black eyes, becoming slightly more interested, "What?"

Yuzuha repeated seriously: "I'm going to teach you how to use the Sharingan. By the way... I want to verify something."

"Is it about his eyes?" Kakashi looked at her calmly, "I already said..."

"No, I must have seen it before," Yuzuha raised her eyebrows and interrupted him, "Let's try it. Besides, the role of Sharingan is not limited to copying ninjutsu."

After a pause, she continued: "I believe you must be groping to use this eye yourself."

"Ah..." Kakashi couldn't deny it.

Yuye smiled and pointed at her eyes, "Then why don't you ask me?"

Kakashi hesitated for a moment and finally nodded, "...Okay."

A casual discussion took place in the woods.

The intricate branches are covered with broad green leaves, leaking out a few swaying thin lights.

The two figures fought each other quickly.

The sharp weapons in their hands collided and separated.

The tip of the kunai quickly cut through the air, and when the two collided, straight and sharp cold stars splashed out.

Yuzuha could clearly see Kakashi's movements, and accordingly, Kakashi could also clearly see her movements.

After several back and forths, perhaps she felt that the kunai was too much of a hindrance, so she decisively dropped the kunai, clenched the handle of the sword at her waist with her fingers, and finally pulled out the blade again after that day.

The moment she took it out of the sheath, a strong smell of blood hit her nose and flowed through her lungs along with her breath.

The knife in his hand immediately became extremely heavy.

The sound of chirping birds approached my ears again.

The scene of the dead brown-haired girl suddenly appeared before his eyes again.

She watched with dull eyes as Kakashi's figure flashed in front of her, but she couldn't lift the knife in her hand.

"Lin..."

The sharp kunai in the opponent's hand was about to brush her face, but Yuzu remained indifferent.

Kakashi keenly sensed something was wrong.

He subconsciously turned his wrist, and the kunai slid past Yuzuha's cheek, and with a muffled sound, it pierced into the trunk of the tree.

The cold touch suddenly woke her up from the bloody memories, and the knife in her hand fell to the ground.

"Are you okay?" Kakashi stood in front of her and asked.

"I...there seems to be something wrong," Yu Ye looked at him helplessly and murmured, "Will you do the same?"

Kakashi bent down to pick up the knife for her, then nodded.

Although I hate to admit it, it is the fact.

No matter how hard you try to build it up in your mind, once Chidori is aimed at the enemy's heart, the image of her death will always appear in front of you unconsciously.

It follows you like a shadow, like a responding voice.

——This is the curse and retribution for killing his companions.

Kakashi put down his forehead protector and thought silently in his heart.

After experiencing something like this, neither of them was interested in continuing the discussion.

After going round and round, they could only return to the original place.

After returning to the sunshine, Yu Ye's mood quickly stabilized.

After throwing the saber to Kakashi, she knelt down with her knees bent and began to concentrate on picking books in front of the bookstall.

She said while choosing, "I will give you the scroll about the notes and key points about the Sharingan."

"...Okay, thank you."

The black-haired girl responded with a rather casual wave of her hand.

Kakashi stood there holding the knife and waited for a moment.

Seeing that she hadn't made a choice yet, he sat down on a chair nearby.

With his back to the sun, he took out the book he bought before and read it carefully word for word.

The author of this book was probably deep in pain when he wrote these words, and the lines are filled with a deep sense of despair and confusion.

The emotion slowly sunk in, and he couldn't help but frown.

Time passes slowly as the paper is turned.

Just when he was fascinated, the book in his hand was suddenly taken away.

The silver-haired boy raised his head in surprise and saw his teammates standing in front of him at some point.

The sunlight was shining down, and her smile reflected in her eyes was rendered extraordinarily gentle.

Before he could react, the man thrust another book with a bright cover into his hand.

"Look at this," Yuzuye raised his eyebrows and hid his book behind his back, "I think this one is more suitable for you."

Kakashi responded casually. He lowered his head and saw a few big words written on the cover——

"The Neurological Patient's Survival Guide Part 1".

A black line hung from the back of his head.

Kakashi: ...Sorry, I think you are more suitable.

"Are you stupid?" He said coolly and handed the book back to her, "I don't need it, give me my book back."

"You're welcome, Kakashi, I bought myself a copy too." Yuzuha responded to him with a smile.

While she was talking, she actually took out a book with a similar cover from behind her back and waved it in front of him with a hint of pride.

Kakashi fought hard to resist the urge to roll his eyes.

"This is the second volume in my hand. I can lend it to you after you finish reading it." Yuye continued.

Kakashi: "...???"

This person must be an idiot!

Youye wanted to say something more, but she heard an energetic voice coming from behind, "Hey, why are you still here!"

The two of them followed the sound and looked over at the same time, only to see Watermelon Head wearing a green jumpsuit running towards them panting.

He stopped suddenly and stood in front of the two of them. The joy on his face could not be concealed.

"Kai, what happened?" Kakashi asked.

"It's Minato-sensei...Minato-sensei is going to be the next Hokage!"

"Ah - really?"

The two books in Yuzuha's hands fell to the ground with a clatter.

"Of course it's true, eh? What kind of book is this?"

Seeing that Watermelon Head's attention was about to be diverted by strange things, Yuzuha casually and ruthlessly kicked the two books away, urging: "Don't worry about it now, take us to see it quickly." ."

……

It's all true.

No matter what kind of friction occurred among the top officials, and no matter how many dark conspiracies there were, the daimyos and advisors of the Fire Country unanimously decided to choose Minato to become the next Hokage.

The appointment of the fourth generation Hokage swept away the haze caused by the war.

On the day he took over, the sky, which had been rainy for several days, cleared up appropriately.

It's a sunny day in spring, and the wind carries fragrance.

Yuzuha and Kakashi stood in front of the brick-red Hokage Tower, looking up side by side at the tiny dots of light falling from the sky, the clear blue sky.

Everyone watched Namikaze Minato take the hat that belonged to the Hokage from the Sandaime.

——"This village will be left to you, Yondaime."

Everyone watched him slowly walk to the stage, the sun falling on his soft and bright blond hair.

——"I won't give up even if I die."

The wind lifted up the white Hokage robe he was wearing, making a hunting sound in the air.

Then, the new Hokage in his prime showed a confident and gentle smile to everyone.

Thunderous applause and cheers rang out, and someone in the crowd exclaimed, "That's great."

Yu Ye also wanted to sigh like this.

She nudged Kakashi beside her with her elbow and gave him a bright smile.

Kakashi on the opposite side was stunned for a moment, and he slightly arched his eyebrows at her.

so good.

……

His teacher had become the new generation of Hokage, so he naturally wanted to tell them the news.

When heading there, Yuzuha and Kakashi specially chose a quiet afternoon.

The Hokage's graveyard was empty.

The tombstones painted with white and red paint stand side by side, looking quite quiet and solemn.

The tender grass blades crawl in the wind, making a subtle noise.

The two stood side by side in front of her tombstone.

Yuzuha squatted down and carefully wiped the dust off her tombstone. The square tombstone with the words "Nohara Lin" engraved on it immediately became brand new.

She whispered softly: "Don't worry, Kakashi is doing well...and so am I."

After filling the wooden tube with water, Kakashi inserted the bluebell bouquet in his arms and whispered: "Lin, Minato-sensei has become the Hokage, and he will definitely bring new changes."

"He will definitely change Konoha and the ninja world."

"There will never be more victims like you."

The small white flowers placed in front of the tombstone are crowded together, spreading their petals in the wind.

The crystal clear water droplets reflect a faint light, just like she is nodding and smiling gently in another world.

After doing all this, the two stood together quietly, looking down at the tombstone.

After a moment, Kakashi was the first to break the silence: "...Are you going to Obito's side later?"

"Okay," Yuzuye responded, "I just happen to have a few words to say to him alone."

Kakashi nodded.

Then, he pointed to the corner on the other side, "Well, let me go to the other side first."

Kakashi has always been helping to take care of Uchiha Obito's tombstone.

This is Yuzuye's second time here.

She had never witnessed his death, so as long as she stood here, she would feel an unreasonable sense of absurdity deep in her heart.

I always feel that he will jump out at some point and complain to himself, "Oh, no, no, no, I'm late again."

Just recalling what he once said, Yuzu couldn't help but curl up her lips.

She traced his name carefully and slowly with her eyes, and the curve of her mouth became more obvious.

"Minato-sensei became Hokage, Kakashi has seen it for you."

"Come back quickly. If you don't come back, it will be Kakashi's turn as the next Hokage." As she said that, she tapped her left eye.

The birds fluttered low and disappeared into the distant woods.

In the silence and serenity, Yuzuye raised his eyes and looked at the sky, with a hint of helplessness in his voice, "However, you are always late. If you really become the Hokage, you will definitely be laughed at by your subordinates."

As expected, no one answered, only the soft grass stems gently brushed the white tombstone.

After a while, she responded to herself in a low voice, "If you really can't come back...it doesn't matter, I will definitely find you."

The leaves fell from the branches, spinning and falling slowly.

There is a figure hidden in the rather secret darkness in another corner.

Wearing a tiger-striped mask, he very quietly took in every move they made.

The hands covered under the wide sleeves of the robe were clenched unconsciously. He snorted inaudibly and quickly turned around and left.

……

A black figure suddenly appeared on the Hokage's building, frightening the fat little flower who was lying on the roof to bask in the sun.

"Meow!"

It raised its airplane ears and assumed an escape posture habitually.

But the visitor didn't even look at it. Instead, he climbed through the window and entered the Hokage's office.

Xiaohua was shocked: He was not here to catch her.

As soon as Nakajima Daigo landed, he saw his friend and fourth generation looking at him with a smile.

Teacher Nakajima: ...

He dusted himself off and coughed, "The Yondaime-sama suddenly called me over. What are you going to do?"

Facing his friends, Minato went straight to the point, "I want to use the power of Uchiha."

"Is it Yuzuha?" Nakashimayo asked hesitantly.

Minato spread his hands and replied: "Ah, actually that's not entirely true. Uchiha has always been on the edge of the village. I think we should better promote communication between the village and the Uchiha clan."

"so……"

"So I want Yuzuha to become my direct ANBU."

It is very common for students to be their right and left arms, sharing the pressure of being Hokage.

Nakajima nodded in understanding, and then refused sternly: "She...can't do it."

Minato looked at him slightly puzzled, "Why?"

Nakashimayo averted his gaze, frowned and defended: "She is not suitable for a place like ANBU."

"But there has to be someone who can bridge the communication between the village and the Uchiha clan, right?" Minato laughed and patted his shoulder, "To eliminate the conflicts between the two parties... Yuzuha is a very suitable candidate. "

Nakashimadai's eyes darkened unconsciously.

Because of his grandfather, he deeply understood that the conflict between Uchiha and the village might not be so easy to eliminate.

but……

Now that her grandfather and she are still working in the center, she will probably be safer in the ANBU.

After thinking deeply, he chose to make a concession and said cautiously: "What you said makes sense...but there are some things that she must not be allowed to do."

Before Minato could say anything, Nakajima Dai continued: "She may be considered half of my family in my heart, if..."

"What I mean is that if there is any conflict between the Uchiha clan and the village in the future, please be sure not to let her be caught in the middle."

Nakajima thought, no matter what kind of conflict it is, the child will find it very difficult.

"This won't happen. After all, she is also my student." Minato looked back at his friend and replied solemnly.

Nakashimadai nodded with confidence.

In the flash of lightning, he seemed to remember something and asked: "Wait, what about Kakashi? But I heard that he has been in poor condition recently and is now lying in the hospital again..."

Such words made Minato recall the reason why the silver-haired boy fainted during the mission. He thought thoughtfully, "That kid..."

Suddenly, the Fourth Hokage raised his head and showed a bright smile to Nakajima Dai: "Don't worry, I have a way."

Nakajima Dai:......

"Minato, please, I'm not worried about him at all, okay!"