It wasn't that Hagoromo didn't want to take in Sakura Haruno, but rather that he himself wasn't suited to the path of medical-nin.
A half-baked Medical Ninjutsu, even with some systematic learning, is only for Yin Seal; there's no need to harm others.
However, for now, let's maintain the status quo, since Tsunade won't be leaving Konoha for the next few years.
Furthermore, when Naruto's class graduates, he can talk to Sakura Haruno about choosing the path of medical-nin.
"Okay, thank you for your help, senior sister."
Hagoromo put away his notebook and bid farewell to Tsunade and Jiraiya.
These two seem to be heading out; they both look a bit restless.
"This kid is a true genius."
Jiraiya watched Hagoromo's figure and said to Tsunade beside him.
"Tch, it's nothing special." Tsunade said, pursing her lips.
He knew in his heart that Konoha was fortunate to have someone like Hagoromo.
That's truly a stroke of luck.
Perhaps this is what my great-grandfather and second great-grandfather wanted to see.
"Let's go, to another place today. My luck wasn't good yesterday." Tsunade said, then stood up.
"Huh? You're going again!"
Jiraiya's face turned completely green, and upon hearing Tsunade's words, he felt his legs tremble.
What? You don't want to?
Tsunade glanced at Jiraiya indifferently.
"I'm willing!" Jiraiya stood up abruptly, scoffing.
Would he dare say no at this crucial juncture?
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Dusk.
"I'm back!"
"Clan chief's residence!" Sasuke pushed open the door and shouted.
"Sasuke's back?" Uchiha Mikoto's footsteps approached slowly, her voice filled with joy.
Yes~
Unlike Sasuke in front of his friends, he responded to his mother with great gentleness at this moment.
Uchiha Mikoto quickly knelt down and handed Sasuke a pair of slippers.
Sasuke, Sasuke had no choice but to accept it, even though he had already strongly opposed it before.
But his mother kept saying that he was already tired enough from cultivating all day, and that this kind of thing was nothing.
Upon entering the living room, Sasuke was taken aback to see his father sitting cross-legged there.
At this time of day, Fugaku is usually busy.
It should be said that almost everyone in this family is busy outside.
"You're back."
Fugaku put down the scroll in his hand, looked up and asked.
"Um."
Ever since that incident involving Itachi, Sasuke hasn't talked to his father much.
"The rice is ready, let's eat."
Seeing the atmosphere between the father and son, Mikoto couldn't help but speak up.
"Good."
Fugaku nodded, got up, and walked towards the restaurant.
Mikoto then came to Sasuke's side and said gently, "Sasuke, Mom made bonito rice balls today."
"Really! I want to eat it!"
Sasuke immediately took Mikoto's hand and headed towards the restaurant.
The family's mealtime atmosphere was not as harmonious as Uchiha Mikoto had imagined.
Sasuke was busy shoveling rice into his mouth, while Fugaku ate slowly.
"Sasuke, don't eat so fast."
Mikoto reluctantly put down her chopsticks and wiped the rice grains off Sasuke's mouth.
"Hehe, I'm going out with Naruto later, so I want to eat quickly."
Sasuke revealed an expression he wouldn't show in front of Naruto and the others, and spoke to Mikoto.
Fugaku paused upon hearing this, but continued eating his meal nonchalantly.
"That's good. Is the money enough? If not, I'll get it for you later."
Mikoto, on the other hand, had a big smile on her face; she was happy that Sasuke had a friend.
Moreover, Kushina's son was among these friends.
"That's enough. We just wanted to buy some ninja tools since school is starting soon."
Sasuke nodded, then wiped his mouth and put down his rice bowl.
"I'm stuffed!"
As soon as he finished speaking, he ran out of the restaurant and disappeared.
"Slow down after you just finished eating!" Mikoto shouted helplessly.
This kid has become quite energetic and impulsive these days.
Fugaku looked up at the remaining rice bowl on the table and shook his head with a smile.
Why are you so distant with your own son?
Mikoto looked helplessly at Fugaku. After so many years of marriage, how could she not know that her husband actually loved his two sons very much?
He always had a stern face and spoke without any emotion.
"This child came back specifically to have dinner with you."
Fugaku didn't refute, that was just his personality; he simply spoke to Mikoto.
Mikoto was taken aback upon hearing this, but then she realized what was happening.
It seems that Sasuke has been coming back every night since Itachi left.
"This child..."
Mikoto ran her fingers through the strands of hair on her forehead, looking at the spot where Sasuke had just been sitting.
"Don't worry, Itachi is fine. We already sent back information about him." Fugaku changed the subject and thought for a moment.
"Furthermore, the Hiruzen Hokage said that Hagoromo will be visiting Itachi in the next few days."
"Are we going to see Itachi?" Mikoto asked, looking up with some uncertainty.
"Yes, I'm planning to bring the Flying Thunder God Formation left by the Fourth Hokage to Itachi, so you can rest assured."
Fugaku nodded, then put down his chopsticks and got up to leave.
"That's great." Mikoto felt a sense of relief, once Itachi could possess this technique.
Even if there is danger, they can return immediately.
For Mikoto, this was already the best possible outcome.
However, seeing that she was the only one left in the restaurant, Mikoto couldn't help but shake her head helplessly and whisper:
"These two, father and son, really do look alike."
Mikoto knew Fugaku all too well; generally speaking, Fugaku wouldn't tell her about such village matters.
This time, they probably just wanted me to tell Sasuke.
It's really awkward.
--
Sasuke jogged to the place the group had agreed upon, where Naruto and the others were waiting for him.
"Everyone, I'm sorry I'm late," Sasuke said apologetically.
After all, the group was supposed to have dinner together today, but Sasuke thought it would be better to go home first.
"You arrogant Sasuke, let's go."
Naruto said nonchalantly, "Shikamaru already told them why Sasuke went back."
Naruto and the others couldn't help but understand, after all, the one who left was Sasuke's own brother.
However, Naruto was a little envious.
"Let's go, I'll treat you to popsicles after we're done shopping!"
Sasuke smiled broadly, after all, he was the one who was late.
"Really? Then I'll take two!" Naruto exclaimed immediately upon hearing this.
Choji, standing beside him, nodded in agreement. Who wouldn't want to eat more of something delicious?
"Can."
Sasuke didn't object; he still had that much money.
"Let's go~" Shikamaru called out to the group from the front, still thinking about going home and relaxing after buying everything.
"Here we come!" Naruto and Choji quickly followed.
Sasuke walked slowly beside Karin and the others, just as his mother had told him.
Boys, be a gentleman when you're out and about; don't forget about the girls.