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After gathering with a group of classmates, eating some food, and chatting about some irrelevant topics, the group of little kids headed home after dark. Along the way, Ronglin, being quite the gentleman, escorted Kurenai Yuhi home, telling a few small jokes that made Kurenai giggle non-stop.
This also brought the two of them a lot closer.
"Uchiha Ronglin, bye-bye! You're really interesting, I never noticed before. I hope we get to play together again sometime."
Before parting, Kurenai Yuhi waved with a smile. Ronglin nodded, grinning, "Of course we'll have a chance, as long as you don't find me annoying. I'll come find you."
"That's great! I'll remember your words! If you don't follow through, hmph hmph~~"
Upon hearing this, Kurenai Yuhi happily narrowed her eyes and even made a cute threatening gesture with her little fists, which made Ronglin burst into laughter.
It was clear that Kurenai Yuhi had a good impression of Ronglin, otherwise, she wouldn't have actively suggested playing together again, nor would she have been so happy when Ronglin agreed.
Watching Kurenai Yuhi leave, Ronglin's lips curved slightly.
Asuma Sarutobi, I wonder if you'll be furious? I'm looking forward to it!
Although he possessed the mind of an adult, it didn't mean Ronglin wouldn't engage in some childish acts, especially when it came to annoying someone he disliked. Why not?
Besides, it was just kids playing together; he had no ill intentions towards Kurenai Yuhi.
"Ouch!"
Ronglin, somewhat distracted, suddenly collided with someone. To his astonishment, he had crashed into a woman, and a very strong one at that, otherwise, he wouldn't have been knocked directly to the ground.
As for instantly identifying the other person as a woman, it was simple: what he hit with his head, and a faint, subtle fragrance.
A pile of bread and other items also fell to the ground, followed by a gasp.
"Ah, are you okay? I'm sorry, I wasn't paying attention. I'm so sorry."
Red hair was the first thing to catch his eye.
Kushina Uzumaki!
The name quickly surfaced. There was only one person in the entire Konoha with long red hair: the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki—Kushina Uzumaki, also known as Minato Namikaze's girlfriend, the "Red-Hot Habanero."
Long red hair was a characteristic of the Uzumaki clan. Unfortunately, the once prosperous Uzumaki clan had been annihilated, the reason unknown, but it was undoubtedly connected to the Tailed Beasts. This could be seen from the fact that someone would infiltrate Konoha, attempting to forcefully abduct Kushina.
"I'm fine. Hello, Kushina Uzumaki."
Getting up from the ground, Ronglin brushed the dust off his clothes. He hadn't expected to meet Kushina Uzumaki in this way.
"Uh, well, I was distracted, so I'm sorry, sorry."
Kushina Uzumaki apologized while picking up the bread from the ground. Ronglin chuckled, "I was a bit distracted too, so we're both equally at fault."
"Pffft~~"
Kushina Uzumaki let out a giggle, put the bread into her bag, looked at Ronglin, thought for a moment, and said, "I know who you are! You're Uchiha Ronglin, right!"
"You know me?"
Ronglin's eyes widened. He hadn't even introduced himself, nor was he famous enough for Kushina Uzumaki to know him.
"Of course! Minato Namikaze praised you as a genius, even better than Kakashi Hatake! I really can't tell. The Uchiha and Hyuga clans will regret it later. Do whatever you want to do; I, your older sister, support you."
She was well aware of the incident involving Ronglin's parents, so she sympathized greatly with Ronglin's plight. Coupled with her personality, Kushina Uzumaki clenched her fist, openly and brightly supporting Ronglin.
"...."
Who supports someone seeking revenge so openly? This, surprisingly, made Ronglin feel a mix of amusement and exasperation.
However, given Kushina Uzumaki's "Red-Hot Habanero" personality, she would absolutely do it, and she wasn't afraid of the Uchiha and Hyuga clans either.
"Anyway, thank you for your kindness. Goodbye."
Kushina Uzumaki wasn't afraid to comment freely about the Uchiha and Hyuga, but Ronglin couldn't casually reply because he carried the blood of both clans. Some things could be done, but not casually spoken.
"Hehe, you're not being honest, you know."
Kushina Uzumaki chuckled, sticking out her tongue, then laughed, "Alright, I want to go home now. Minato Namikaze has been waiting impatiently."
Hugging the bread she had bought, Kushina Uzumaki walked towards her home. Watching her retreating figure and that fiery red hair, Ronglin knew there was a terrifying entity within her—the Nine-Tails!
Unfortunately, she was also a woman with a difficult destiny.
Shaking his head, Ronglin returned home and stopped thinking about it. As the saying went, if he was powerless to change it, then he would quietly be an observer. Meeting Kushina Uzumaki was just a small interlude.
"Starting today, Tsunade's Squad mission times will be postponed. Uchiha Ronglin, are you ready?"
Upon returning to the village, Tsunade, for once, discussed matters with the Third Hokage and decided to mentor Ronglin for a period. The Third Hokage expressed his support, giving Tsunade free rein.
Such treatment wasn't something everyone encountered; one had to seize the opportunity.
"No problem."
Ronglin had waited a long time for this day, and naturally couldn't miss it. Opportunities only came to those who worked hard; to gain, one must give.
"Then, for the time ahead, be mentally prepared for everything. Again, although I may not be a good teacher, once I get serious, your days will be very tough."
Tsunade's smile was wicked, and the price of that wickedness was also severe, at least Ronglin thought so. A serious Tsunade was terrifying.
For example, the process of teaching him Chakra Enhanced Strength—it was truly grueling. It seemed so simple when Sakura Haruno learned it in the anime, so why did he need hands-on instruction?
Ronglin experienced what was called "hellish training." Compared to his seemingly rigorous training in the past, those were minor. Tsunade taught Ronglin her specialized taijutsu techniques, but the process was somewhat gruesome, almost costing Ronglin his life.
The insane results were also impressive. At the very least, Ronglin's weaknesses were quickly bolstered. Ronglin was confident that if Kakashi Hatake dared to challenge him now, he would be crushed in minutes.
Furthermore, another thing that delighted Ronglin happened: ever since Tsunade made up her mind, she stayed with Ronglin every day, almost to the point of eating and sleeping together. This led to resentment in certain individuals' hearts.
Dan Kato!!!
No man would like his girlfriend spending all day with someone else, only for him to rarely see her once every few months.
For people in love, distance and time could fade everything. When it came to matters of the heart, Tsunade was a complete novice, still in a state of naive confusion.