Kakashi sat on the small sofa with his dead fish eyes. The spot was good, it could only seat one person, suitable for a cool, lone wolf like him.
At first, listening to Kushina and Rin's conversation, he could still nod occasionally and interject a few words. But later, what they discussed made him blush a little.
So he decided not to endure it any longer. He stood up, walked to the kitchen door, and knocked. "Mi, Minato-sensei, Obito, I'll come help cook too."
Uchiha Obito was startled, then opened the kitchen door. "Kakashi, why are you coming in? Do you even know how to cook?"
Kakashi rolled his eyes. "I'm definitely better than you." As he spoke, he walked into the kitchen. Minato seemed thoughtful for a moment, but soon understood something and smiled knowingly.
"Kakashi, do you know how to prepare fish? Come lend a hand." Minato said with a gentle smile.
Kakashi nodded. "I'm on it, Minato-sensei." After saying that, he picked up a salmon sashimi knife and skillfully filleted the salmon. The flesh was uniformly orange, and the clear, even V-shaped marbling showed this was a high-quality fish.
"Amazing. Kakashi, your knife skills are so fast and sharp. Do you usually cut meat and vegetables at home?" Uchiha Obito's eyes widened.
He knew how to use a blade too, but a ninja sword, not this kind of kitchen knife.
Kakashi glanced at him. "A blade is just a blade in my eyes. It's just a matter of practice." As he spoke, he arranged the fish neatly and handed it to Minato-sensei.
Seeing this, Minato nodded satisfactorily. "Not bad. The scales are scraped clean, the technique is good, clean and efficient, and the fat marbling isn't damaged either."
"Kakashi, I'm curious too. Do you cook at home? How are you so skilled?" Minato smiled.
"No, this is my first time actually cooking. At home, my father does the cooking. I secretly observed the steps, but never practiced. It doesn't seem too hard today." Kakashi smiled.
Minato sighed. "Is this what a genius is? Not only fast at learning ninjutsu, but even kitchen skills are mastered quickly."
Uchiha Obito gritted his teeth. "Damn it. Kakashi, I won't lose to you." After saying that, Uchiha Obito went to the counter behind Kakashi and started cutting potatoes.
However, his movements were somewhat clumsy. It was clear he was trying hard to cut the potatoes. The cut surfaces were flat, but the pieces were uneven in size, jagged and irregular.
"O...Obito, actually, we don't need to try so hard." Minato's face showed a slightly awkward expression, unsure how to tell Obito that his potato chunks were... highly artistic.
Well, in that case, he would just make a plate of mashed potatoes later. After all, that dish didn't have any requirements for the potato pieces' appearance.
Since the kid enjoyed cutting, let him cut. Potatoes weren't expensive anyway.
Minato shook his head, then started cleaning the sakura shrimp. He planned to make sakura shrimp cakes later; Kushina loved those the most.
Thinking of this, Minato's expression became gentle, and his movements became more brisk.
After finishing the sashimi, Kakashi went to make grilled steak. Speaking of the beef, it actually came from the Cloud Village. At this time, Obito finished cutting the potato chunks and followed him over.
Kakashi checked the time. "It should be about ready." But Obito pressed down on his hand, stopping him. Kakashi was startled and looked at Obito.
Obito had activated his Sharingan, the three black tomoe spinning as he stared intently at the steak in Kakashi's hand. Suddenly, while Kakashi was still confused, Obito declared, "Kakashi, it's done."
After saying that, Obito released Kakashi's hand. Kakashi, reacting, took the steak off the heat.
Obito nodded proudly. "Good. The steak is perfectly cooked now. Any more and it would be burnt." He said triumphantly.
Kakashi's twitched. "Obito, is that how you use your Sharingan? I'm starting to have a different opinion about the Uchiha clan's Sharingan."
Uchiha Obito was taken aback and scratched his head. "Isn't it allowed?" He hesitated, remembering that Uchiha Madara had also done this when frying eggs.
"It, it is allowed." Kakashi facepalmed. The uses of the Sharingan were truly vast. He couldn't help but feel a little envious.
"What are you two muttering about over there?" Minato, having finished the sakura shrimp cakes, went to get the ingredients for mashed potatoes, Obito's potato chunks, and saw Kakashi and Uchiha Obito like this.
"Nothing, nothing, Minato-sensei. The steak is done." Uchiha Obito said with a grin.
Minato nodded. "Good. You two can go out now. Keep your teacher's wife and teammate company."
Uchiha Obito and Hatake Kakashi exchanged a glance, then walked out of the kitchen, leaving Minato alone to cook.
"Hmm? The little ones are back?" Kushina's eyes lit up, and she grinned. "So, how is it? Your Minato-sensei is amazing, right? Capable on the battlefield and in the kitchen. You two still have a lot to learn, especially you, Obito."
Kushina poked Obito's head with her finger, then started pinching his cheeks.
"Ouch, ouch, ouch. Big sis, have mercy. I didn't even do anything." Obito pleaded helplessly.
Seeing this, Kakashi quietly moved further away, afraid he might become the next victim.
Rin spoke up for Obito. "Sis, that's enough, stop pinching him."
Kushina 'tch'ed and let go, sitting back on the sofa. She then took an apple from the fruit basket and took a bite. "Not bad, pretty sweet."
Obito looked like he was about to cry as he sat on the sofa rubbing his face. Rin shook her head and used Mystical Palm Technique to treat Obito.
Soon, the redness and swelling disappeared, and Obito's face returned to normal.
"Rin, you're amazing." Obito's eyes were full of admiration. When it came to providing emotional support, this guy, Obito, had never lost to anyone.
"The food is ready. Let's prepare to eat." Minato's voice came from the kitchen. He came out carrying several plates of delicious food towards the dining table.
Seeing this, the three youngsters hurried to help Minato carry the dishes. In no time, the feast was spread out on the table.
Kushina's eyes shone. Sakura shrimp cakes. Her favorite. Hehe, she was in for a treat today. Minato, of course, knew this, so he placed the sakura shrimp cakes not far from Kushina.
Kushina looked very pleased and nodded to Minato, signaling 'well done'.
Minato smiled without speaking, responding, "Of course."
Their body language and eye contact were so harmonious and in sync.
After their teacher Minato and teacher's wife Kushina took their seats, the three youngsters sat down as well.
They chatted and ate, enjoying themselves greatly. Especially Rin, who, upon hearing that the mashed potatoes were made with Obito's help, ate several mouthfuls, even more than she ate of the steak.
This warmed Uchiha Obito's heart. Only Kakashi ate silently, serving himself, eating, and drinking water by himself.
'My heart is full of sorrow. I want a sweet romance too.' Hatake Kakashi thought to himself.
After the meal, the three youngsters said goodbye to Minato and Kushina. As they were leaving, Kushina told them to visit often.
The three youngsters agreed, then turned and left, planning to go home and rest. After all, the great war had just ended, and their bodies were still somewhat tired.
The next morning.
Ryun was still making breakfast at home when unexpectedly the doorbell rang. Tsunade, hearing the sound, wanted to answer the door, but Ryun stopped her.
After calming Tsunade down, Ryun went to open the door. When he opened it, he found Uchiha Fugaku was the visitor, and... a child.
Ryun took a closer look. Two pronounced tear troughs, smooth hair. Ryun couldn't help but suck in a breath. "Uchiha the Great Filial Son."
"Teacher? Great Filial Son? Who? Do you mean Itachi? Hahaha, indeed, Itachi is very sensible, well behaved, and filial. I agree, calling him the Uchiha clan's great filial son is fitting." Uchiha Fugaku's voice was loud, and his laughter boisterous.
Ryun glanced at him and rolled his eyes. This guy acted like a cold, aloof male god in front of strangers.
But in front of people he knew, he was like a silly husky, foolish. And 'Uchiha the Great Filial Son'... you don't know it now, but you'll find out later.
Wait, but I'm the one in power now. The Hokage's clan is the Uchiha. The events of that 'filial' spectacle from the previous life probably won't happen again, right?
Ryun looked at Uchiha Itachi with a complicated expression, his feelings mixed.
"Honey, who is it? Is it Fugaku?" Tsunade asked.
"Yes, wife, it is." Ryun nodded.
"Then, little Itachi came too, right? Honey, hurry and let them in." Tsunade sounded happy.
She was soon to be a mother herself, so she particularly liked children. The last time Fugaku visited, he brought Uchiha Itachi along.
Uchiha Itachi's adorable, charming manner had melted Tsunade's heart. She hoped her own child would be as cute as Itachi.
Hearing this, Ryun welcomed Uchiha Itachi and Fugaku inside.
"Grandma Teacher." Uchiha Itachi called out in a sweet, childish voice.
Tsunade laughed happily. "Little Itachi is here. Come sit next to Grandma Teacher."
Uchiha Itachi obediently and properly sat down on the sofa.
Tsunade was overjoyed. This little guy is so cute, and polite, and reportedly a prodigy too. Kawaii desu.
"Honey, we have some snacks in our room. Get them for little Itachi." Tsunade urged quickly.
Ryun sighed, then walked back to the bedroom and brought out a box of chocolates and a bag of jelly snacks.
Tsunade frowned. "Honey, why are they all sweets?"
"Maybe the little guy likes them." Ryun smiled knowingly and placed the snacks in front of Itachi.
Itachi's eyes were glued to them. He couldn't help but swallow and then looked at Uchiha Fugaku.
This action also drew the attention of Ryun and Tsunade. Both looked at Uchiha Fugaku.
Tsunade frowned slightly. Ryun looked at Fugaku with amusement. Tsk, tsk, so strict.
Uchiha Fugaku initially wanted to say 'not allowed', but seeing Tsunade's slight frown and his teacher's amused look, he quickly changed his mind.
"Ahem. Since Grandpa Teacher and Grandma Teacher are giving them to you, you can have them. But be careful not to eat too much, you'll get cavities." Uchiha Fugaku said with a smile.
Uchiha Itachi's eyes lit up. He nodded, then looked at Tsunade and Ryun. "Thank you, Grandpa Teacher, Grandma Teacher."
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