After exiting the Hunting Dimension, Nawaki found Tsunade meditating.
She was seated next to his feet on the bed, prompting Nawaki to think, 'I must get a bigger bed; this one is too small...'
Considering it was just a single bed and with Tsunade visiting every day, he realized he should have opted for a bigger bed sooner.
"You're back," Tsunade noted, opening her eyes. She placed her hands on the bed and slid off it.
Approaching him, she inquired, "How was it?"
Her meditation seemed to have dissipated her drunken state, as she now appeared normal.
Nawaki began to share his experiences: "Well, it went as planned. I managed to learn about 100 sealing techniques in the Hunting Dimension by using shadow clones..."
"Oh, right." Tsunade shifted the topic: "How are your shadow clones in the Hidden Cloud Village?"
"They've arrived," Nawaki replied, "I just got an update from one of the clones. They're now getting ready to initiate our plan."
Tsunade smiled at this news.
Nawaki continued, "Sis, let's talk later. I need to use the purple orbs to deepen my understanding of the sealing techniques I've learned."
"Okay, go ahead," Tsunade nodded, stepping back to give him space.
She then took the orbs Nawaki had left for her and resumed meditating beside him.
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The next morning, Nawaki showered and dressed casually in black pants and a white T-shirt, complemented by the jacket he had received as a gift from Hikari.
Since it was a free day and he didn't need to attend ninja school for graduation until tomorrow, he could have chosen to sleep in.
Nawaki was already informed about his future team leader and team members, thanks to a shadow clone he had placed with the Third Hokage.
Tsunade was still meditating, so he decided to let her be.
Leaving his room, Nawaki encountered some early arrivals.
The employees of the Senju Clan were already there. Despite the early hour, they were careful to keep noise to a minimum.
"Good morning," Nawaki greeted them with a smile.
"Good morning, Nawaki-sama," they responded in unison, bowing slightly.
Nawaki acknowledged them with a wave, indicating they should carry on with their tasks.
Upon reaching the kitchen, he found two maids already there.
"Good morning," he greeted them. "I'll take care of our breakfast today. As for you all..." He walked to the fridge and took out 1 kilo of rabbit meat and three kilos of regular meat, placing them on the table. "You can use these meats."
"Thank you, Nawaki-sama!" The maids bowed. Recognizing the quality of the meat, which they had enjoyed before, they were visibly pleased, even though the 1 kilo would be shared among everyone.
Nawaki's gesture of sharing the meat was a sign of his appreciation for the maids. Their eyes sparkled with emotion, indicating how much they valued this act.
Those who had tasted the meat knew of its exceptional taste and health benefits. Although Nawaki hadn't explicitly stated it was a secret, they mutually agreed to keep this information to themselves.
Unknown to them, a shadow clone, hidden within their shadow, was observing them. Nawaki's trust in them was conditional; any breach of trust would result in them no longer working for the Senju Clan.
This generosity was not just an act of kindness but also a test of their loyalty as employees of the Senju Clan.
While Nawaki would not resort to extreme measures like killing for any information leak, especially since they had only tasted a small amount with minimal effect, a breach of trust would lead to the loss of privileges.
So far, their reliability had earned Nawaki's trust, prompting him to share another kilo of rabbit meat. However, blind trust was something the Senju Clan could not afford.
Nawaki was vigilant, aware that even if they recognized their privileged position and still chose to betray him, his response would not be lenient.
He understood that death was not the only means to ensure silence. With his extensive knowledge of sealing jutsu, he could create a cursed seal to prevent the disclosure of sensitive information, if necessary.
Nawaki was reluctant to resort to such extreme measures, but for his safety and the protection of those he cared about, using a cursed seal might be a kinder alternative to more severe consequences.
If anyone were to betray him by selling information, they would face repercussions beyond just a cursed seal.
After preparing breakfast, Nawaki watched as the maids brought everything into the living room.
Upon his arrival, he found Tsunade, Mito, Kushina, and Hana already gathered.
"Nawaki!" Hana exclaimed, rising to hug him.
"Sit down, let's eat now," Nawaki said, gently rubbing her back.
"Okay," Hana replied, her tone dry, and took a seat next to Nawaki.
He had prepared a lighter breakfast: scrambled eggs with thin strips of meat, accompanied by various condiments.
Observing everyone eating happily, Nawaki felt a sense of joy.
He didn't consider himself a chef, so their enjoyment was somewhat surprising to him. He recognized that the quality of the ingredients played a significant role, but it still pleased him.
Cooking was a hobby for Nawaki. He had no aspirations to be a chef in a renowned restaurant; rather, he cherished being with his family, watching them enjoy his cooking and hearing their compliments. These moments brought him true happiness.
Nearly 30 minutes later, Hikari and Mikoto arrived at the Senju Clan.
"There's still some breakfast left. If you're hungry, eat a bit before we train," Nawaki suggested.
The two hadn't announced their visit but had decided spontaneously to try their luck.
Nawaki intended to introduce Hana Senju to the two girls, seeing this as a good opportunity, although it could wait until after they had eaten.
"Really?" Mikoto asked with a delighted smile, "Then I'll gladly accept your hospitality~"
"Thank you," Hikari responded, a bit shyly.
"Make yourselves at home. I'll ask one of the maids to serve you," Nawaki said before leaving them.
Hikari and Mikoto, familiar with the Senju Clan, soon made their way to the living room.
"I feel like something's different..." Mikoto mused.
"What do you mean, Mikoto?" Hikari inquired curiously.
As they sat around the living room table, Mikoto explained, turning to Hikari, "Nawaki smells different. He has the additional scent of a girl, similar to Kushina's but slightly different…"
She wasn't certain, but she sensed it was a young woman's fragrance, soft and sweet, possibly a bit older than Kushina, sharing similarities with Kushina's shampoo and soap.
Only after finishing breakfast did they meet Hana.
"Let me introduce her," Nawaki said, placing his left hand on Hana's back. "This is Hana Senju, daughter of Tobirama Senju, the Second Hokage. I won't go into details, but I hope you two will be kind to her and become friends."
Mikoto, being quite perceptive, gleaned some understanding from Nawaki's words despite her young age.
With a gentle smile, Mikoto extended her hand and softly said, "Nice to meet you, Hana. May I call you that? My name is Mikoto Uchiha. Just call me Mikoto. I hope we can be friends~"
Hana, gripping Mikoto's hand, nodded in agreement.
Though she didn't immediately respond verbally, Mikoto wasn't perturbed. Letting go of Hana's hand, she gave Hikari the opportunity to introduce herself.
"Hello, I'm Hikari Hyuga. Like Mikoto, you can call me Hikari," Hikari said with a friendly smile. "I hope we can be friends too."
"You can call me Hana," Hana replied, her expression stoic and her cheeks faintly flushed. "Friends."
Despite Hana's lack of expressiveness and emotion in her voice, Hikari refrained from questioning it, sensing it was inappropriate to ask out of mere curiosity.
'So the scent I noticed earlier was hers...' Mikoto thought to herself.
Hikari was particularly pleased to see Nawaki wearing the jacket she had given him. She tried to contain her delight, but even then, her smile was obvious.
Afterward, they headed to the training ground, with Hana tagging along. While she was strong, she still needed more training.
Around lunchtime, instead of eating, Hikari and Mikoto needed to use the bathroom. Despite having eaten only a little at breakfast, they felt the effects after the prolonged activity.
Hana, however, had already used the bathroom after breakfast. Having eaten a substantial meal, she wasn't accustomed to such effects yet.
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After exiting the Hunting Dimension, Nawaki found Tsunade meditating.
She was seated next to his feet on the bed, prompting Nawaki to think, 'I must get a bigger bed; this one is too small...'
Considering it was just a single bed and with Tsunade visiting every day, he realized he should have opted for a bigger bed sooner.
"You're back," Tsunade noted, opening her eyes. She placed her hands on the bed and slid off it.
Approaching him, she inquired, "How was it?"
Her meditation seemed to have dissipated her drunken state, as she now appeared normal.
Nawaki began to share his experiences: "Well, it went as planned. I managed to learn about 100 sealing techniques in the Hunting Dimension by using shadow clones..."
"Oh, right." Tsunade shifted the topic: "How are your shadow clones in the Hidden Cloud Village?"
"They've arrived," Nawaki replied, "I just got an update from one of the clones. They're now getting ready to initiate our plan."
Tsunade smiled at this news.
Nawaki continued, "Sis, let's talk later. I need to use the purple orbs to deepen my understanding of the sealing techniques I've learned."
"Okay, go ahead," Tsunade nodded, stepping back to give him space.
She then took the orbs Nawaki had left for her and resumed meditating beside him.
-
-
The next morning, Nawaki showered and dressed casually in black pants and a white T-shirt, complemented by the jacket he had received as a gift from Hikari.
Since it was a free day and he didn't need to attend ninja school for graduation until tomorrow, he could have chosen to sleep in.
Nawaki was already informed about his future team leader and team members, thanks to a shadow clone he had placed with the Third Hokage.
Tsunade was still meditating, so he decided to let her be.
Leaving his room, Nawaki encountered some early arrivals.
The employees of the Senju Clan were already there. Despite the early hour, they were careful to keep noise to a minimum.
"Good morning," Nawaki greeted them with a smile.
"Good morning, Nawaki-sama," they responded in unison, bowing slightly.
Nawaki acknowledged them with a wave, indicating they should carry on with their tasks.
Upon reaching the kitchen, he found two maids already there.
"Good morning," he greeted them. "I'll take care of our breakfast today. As for you all..." He walked to the fridge and took out 1 kilo of rabbit meat and three kilos of regular meat, placing them on the table. "You can use these meats."
"Thank you, Nawaki-sama!" The maids bowed. Recognizing the quality of the meat, which they had enjoyed before, they were visibly pleased, even though the 1 kilo would be shared among everyone.
Nawaki's gesture of sharing the meat was a sign of his appreciation for the maids. Their eyes sparkled with emotion, indicating how much they valued this act.
Those who had tasted the meat knew of its exceptional taste and health benefits. Although Nawaki hadn't explicitly stated it was a secret, they mutually agreed to keep this information to themselves.
Unknown to them, a shadow clone, hidden within their shadow, was observing them. Nawaki's trust in them was conditional; any breach of trust would result in them no longer working for the Senju Clan.
This generosity was not just an act of kindness but also a test of their loyalty as employees of the Senju Clan.
While Nawaki would not resort to extreme measures like killing for any information leak, especially since they had only tasted a small amount with minimal effect, a breach of trust would lead to the loss of privileges.
So far, their reliability had earned Nawaki's trust, prompting him to share another kilo of rabbit meat. However, blind trust was something the Senju Clan could not afford.
Nawaki was vigilant, aware that even if they recognized their privileged position and still chose to betray him, his response would not be lenient.
He understood that death was not the only means to ensure silence. With his extensive knowledge of sealing jutsu, he could create a cursed seal to prevent the disclosure of sensitive information, if necessary.
Nawaki was reluctant to resort to such extreme measures, but for his safety and the protection of those he cared about, using a cursed seal might be a kinder alternative to more severe consequences.
If anyone were to betray him by selling information, they would face repercussions beyond just a cursed seal.
After preparing breakfast, Nawaki watched as the maids brought everything into the living room.
Upon his arrival, he found Tsunade, Mito, Kushina, and Hana already gathered.
"Nawaki!" Hana exclaimed, rising to hug him.
"Sit down, let's eat now," Nawaki said, gently rubbing her back.
"Okay," Hana replied, her tone dry, and took a seat next to Nawaki.
He had prepared a lighter breakfast: scrambled eggs with thin strips of meat, accompanied by various condiments.
Observing everyone eating happily, Nawaki felt a sense of joy.
He didn't consider himself a chef, so their enjoyment was somewhat surprising to him. He recognized that the quality of the ingredients played a significant role, but it still pleased him.
Cooking was a hobby for Nawaki. He had no aspirations to be a chef in a renowned restaurant; rather, he cherished being with his family, watching them enjoy his cooking and hearing their compliments. These moments brought him true happiness.
Nearly 30 minutes later, Hikari and Mikoto arrived at the Senju Clan.
"There's still some breakfast left. If you're hungry, eat a bit before we train," Nawaki suggested.
The two hadn't announced their visit but had decided spontaneously to try their luck.
Nawaki intended to introduce Hana Senju to the two girls, seeing this as a good opportunity, although it could wait until after they had eaten.
"Really?" Mikoto asked with a delighted smile, "Then I'll gladly accept your hospitality~"
"Thank you," Hikari responded, a bit shyly.
"Make yourselves at home. I'll ask one of the maids to serve you," Nawaki said before leaving them.
Hikari and Mikoto, familiar with the Senju Clan, soon made their way to the living room.
"I feel like something's different..." Mikoto mused.
"What do you mean, Mikoto?" Hikari inquired curiously.
As they sat around the living room table, Mikoto explained, turning to Hikari, "Nawaki smells different. He has the additional scent of a girl, similar to Kushina's but slightly different…"
She wasn't certain, but she sensed it was a young woman's fragrance, soft and sweet, possibly a bit older than Kushina, sharing similarities with Kushina's shampoo and soap.
Only after finishing breakfast did they meet Hana.
"Let me introduce her," Nawaki said, placing his left hand on Hana's back. "This is Hana Senju, daughter of Tobirama Senju, the Second Hokage. I won't go into details, but I hope you two will be kind to her and become friends."
Mikoto, being quite perceptive, gleaned some understanding from Nawaki's words despite her young age.
With a gentle smile, Mikoto extended her hand and softly said, "Nice to meet you, Hana. May I call you that? My name is Mikoto Uchiha. Just call me Mikoto. I hope we can be friends~"
Hana, gripping Mikoto's hand, nodded in agreement.
Though she didn't immediately respond verbally, Mikoto wasn't perturbed. Letting go of Hana's hand, she gave Hikari the opportunity to introduce herself.
"Hello, I'm Hikari Hyuga. Like Mikoto, you can call me Hikari," Hikari said with a friendly smile. "I hope we can be friends too."
"You can call me Hana," Hana replied, her expression stoic and her cheeks faintly flushed. "Friends."
Despite Hana's lack of expressiveness and emotion in her voice, Hikari refrained from questioning it, sensing it was inappropriate to ask out of mere curiosity.
'So the scent I noticed earlier was hers...' Mikoto thought to herself.
Hikari was particularly pleased to see Nawaki wearing the jacket she had given him. She tried to contain her delight, but even then, her smile was obvious.
Afterward, they headed to the training ground, with Hana tagging along. While she was strong, she still needed more training.
Around lunchtime, instead of eating, Hikari and Mikoto needed to use the bathroom. Despite having eaten only a little at breakfast, they felt the effects after the prolonged activity.
Hana, however, had already used the bathroom after breakfast. Having eaten a substantial meal, she wasn't accustomed to such effects yet.
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