The Hatake clan's kenjutsu was famous, mainly because the Hatake had kenjutsu and
Lightning Release techniques worth mentioning.
The Uchiha's swordsmanship wasn't as well known, but that didn't mean it was inferior.
On the contrary, powerful clans like the Uchiha and the Senju excelled in swordsmanship and taijutsu, comparable to any other clan.
The problem was that their kenjutsu and taijutsu prowess were often overshadowed by their other strengths, like the Sharingan.
When people thought of the Uchiha, the first thing that came to mind was the Sharingan.
When people thought of the Senju, the first thought was Wood Release, causing their other strengths to be forgotten.
The Senju clan had no contenders left, but the Uchiha... there was still a chance to compete. But given the strained relationship between the village and the Uchiha, Sakumo couldn't just approach them for a friendly sword duel.
Unless he had lost his mind.
In this situation, sparring with Xin was the best choice.
"We'll definitely have to spar if we get the chance, Senior," Xin said, smiling.
The delicious smell of grilled meat surrounded them as Kakashi and Tsunade enjoyed their meal. The young boy ate while sneakily observing Xin.
Meanwhile, Xin and Sakumo chatted about training and swordsmanship while eating.
When the meal ended, everyone went their separate ways. Sakumo hurriedly paid the bill and left with Kakashi.
Xin and the others waited in vain.
Even when Xin and Tsunade left, there was no sign of Minato or Nawaki.
When Xin opened the door to his home, what did he see? Minato and Nawaki, drunk and passed out on the living room floor.
Empty bottles littered the ground, some even shattered, with glass shards scattered around. "Are you sure that idiot won't turn into a complete alcoholic?" Tsunade asked.
"Let him be. You take Minato to rest. Once Nawaki sobers up, I'll have a good talk with him,"
Tsunade said, shaking her head.
One or two days of this was fine.
Tsunade didn't mind, but Nawaki's endless antics were starting to get on her nerves.
She felt it was time to have a friendly chat with her brother.
As long as you're happy, Xin thought, shrugging his shoulders. After all, he's your brother. And it's not illegal to smack your own brother.
Xin carried Minato over his shoulder and walked away.
"Father, you really value that senior, don't you?" Kakashi asked.
"It's not about valuing," Sakumo replied, fixing his son's messy hair and straightening his clothes. Then, he lifted Kakashi onto his shoulders as they made their way home.
"It's about his strength-it's something I must take seriously."
"Is Senior really that strong?"
There were always rumors circulating about Sakumo Hatake's strength and the Sannin's strength as well.
But Xin... it was as if everyone had forgotten about him.
"Very strong," Sakumo said, pinching his son's cheek with a smile.