The Only Love

Hearing Senyo's question, Karin could not help but let out a soft giggle.

She tilted her head up slightly and gazed at Senyo with her bright, watery eyes before answering softly,

"I knew Master would definitely take me home, but I didn't expect..."

In truth, Karin had only hoped that drinking the Water of Life would make her drowsy, allowing her to peacefully enjoy the feeling of being gently held by Master.

Yet, while her mind had been muddled, she had somehow stubbornly made Master stay.

To Senyo, where he slept did not make much difference.

Besides, he had always spoiled Karin, so he ultimately chose to stay.

Just as the two were immersed in the warm atmosphere, Karin hugged Senyo tightly and said with utmost seriousness,

"Mm, Master, I like you."

Looking at the shy and adorable Karin before him, Senyo's lips curved into an indulgent smile.

He leaned closer and gently pressed a tender kiss onto her smooth, jade-like forehead, whispering,

"I like you too."

Hearing Senyo say those words himself, Karin's pretty face instantly flushed as red as a ripe apple.

She was overwhelmed by both shyness and an irrepressible joy.

She gently leaned against Senyo and asked softly,

"Master, why were you able to accept me so quickly?"

Senyo could not help but laugh.

"Silly girl, you're so wonderful. Give me one reason not to accept you."

For Senyo, as the dignified Fifth Hokage, finding a partner was hardly difficult.

However, compared to getting to know someone of unknown origins, he actually preferred someone like Karin, someone who knew him well and whom he knew just as well.

After all, Karin had liked him since she was young, and during the full five years he had been missing, she had steadfastly waited for his return.

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