Visiting the Senju

Main gate of Konoha.

"This is Konoha? There are so many people..."

Standing at the village entrance, the huge flow of people coming and going made the little girl's eyes widen. The lively atmosphere made Yuki Yoizuki and Rokuro Kaguya look very uncomfortable. They were used to the cold and quiet atmosphere of the Land of Water and found it hard to accept for a while, feeling a bit of psychological pressure.

"Hey, Katsuki, you're back."

Suddenly, Nawaki strode out of the gate, weaving through the crowd, seemingly preparing to make some physical contact.

Now, Nawaki is quite tall, standing at 1.83 meters, which makes him stand out from the crowd. His robust physique exudes a powerful and beautiful aura. The only thing that seems a bit off is his spiky, upright hair. I don't know why he likes this hairstyle.

"Stop! This is Shadow Clone. My real body is still in the Land of Water. If you mess this up, I guarantee you'll regret it." The clone swiftly reached out to stop Nawaki's movements. Yuki Yoizuki and Rokuro Kaguya also stood in front of the clone, watching Nawaki.

"Eh? Okay, okay, I won't lay a hand on you... But why did you go to the Land of Water? And what's with these two brats? The girl is fine, long black hair, flat chest, childish figure... she's your type, that's not surprising. But what's with this guy?"

Nawaki looked at the two of them curiously.

Dry!

The clone's face immediately darkened. "Who the hell likes a childish body type? You're making him sound like a pervert."

"Ice Release: Ice Pillar"

Suddenly, a sharp, snow-white icicle sprouted from beneath Nawaki's feet, grazing his trousers as it pierced the air, startling Nawaki so much that sweat poured down his forehead.

"Gulp!"

Swallowing hard, Nawaki stiffened and slowly took two steps back.

"Lord Nawaki!"

The guards at the gate also noticed the commotion and immediately erupted in an uproar.

"Enemy attack! Enemy attack! Nawaki has been attacked..."

The guard shouted at the top of his lungs, but in an instant, he was dragged into the Konoha Military Police Force's office by Nawaki's clone. Being attacked at the gate of his own village, and by a fourteen or fifteen-year-old girl at that, would make him too ashamed to ever date girls again.

It has to be said that time is a cruel mistress.

The boy who once clamored to become Hokage is now full of lewd jokes and a total sleazy pervert. It's Jiraiya Jiraiya's fault for misleading people. The fact that he wasn't beaten to a pulp by Tsunade only shows that Tsunade doesn't understand the situation. Katsuki stroked his chin and thought.

"Stop fooling around, Nawaki. It's good that you're here; I need your help with something this time."

"Help? Help with what?"

"Let's go back to the village first. You're working as a gatekeeper here now? Perfect, get these two some identification so the Anbu don't have to keep following them around."

Katsuki pointed to Yuki Yoizuki and Rokuro Kaguya.

"... I'm just a gatekeeper, household registration isn't my responsibility... Never mind, come with me, I'll get you temporary residence permits first." Nawaki sighed resignedly, waved his hand, and two of his men immediately came running over.

The young patriarch of the Senju Clan carried considerable weight, and two temporary residence permits were quickly obtained.

As the grandson of the First Hokage, Nawaki was undoubtedly the next head of the Senju Clan. No one dared to disagree, and anyone who dared to complain was easily subdued by Tsunade's fists.

"Nawaki, you come too. This is a big deal, quite a bit of trouble."

"I'm still on duty!"

"Worthless! Just find someone to cover your shift. If that doesn't work, just take leave and say your girlfriend is about to give birth."

"Damn it, I'm still single, and this girlfriend is a total jerk, and what kind of ridiculous excuse is this that she's about to give birth? Believe me, my sister will be here in less than an hour..."

They argued and bickered together, but still left together. There was no need for him to ask for leave; he was the highest-ranking officer among the group of gatekeepers.

"Hey, where are we going? It feels like we're heading home!"

Nawaki gazed at the scenery on both sides of the street, then looked suspiciously at the Katsuki clone.

"We're going to your house anyway. I already said we have something important to discuss. We can't get things done without the help of your grandpas and grandmas." The clone shrugged and took the opportunity to introduce Yuki Yoizuki and Rokuro Kaguya, "This brooding spiky guy is Nawaki Senju, the eldest son of the Senju Clan, a top-notch figure. His grandfather was the First Hokage. If we can get him on board, we'll be at least halfway there."

"The First Hokage?"

"Halfway to success?"

Rokuro Kaguya's expression brightened, and he looked thoughtfully at the noisy Katsuki and Nawaki. As if he had taken a reassuring pill, his anxious heart instantly calmed down, and he couldn't help but feel more looking forward to their trip.

"You actually want to talk to those old men and women? Katsuki, you're really making a fuss." Nawaki shook his head with a tsk-tsk.

"What old man, old woman? You used to be so well-behaved, how come you're behaving like this now? Be careful your sister doesn't find out and beat you to death... Hmm, she probably won't be able to bring herself to hit you, but be careful Jiraiya takes the beating for you."

"It's alright, let him get beaten up. Jiraiya- san has always been used as a punching bag by my sister, so a few more beatings won't make a difference. Besides, I often praise him in front of my sister, she's too busy thanking me to even think about it..."

The clone's lips twitched; it was at a loss for words.

The group quickly entered the Senju Clan's territory, and with Nawaki leading the way, they had no trouble at all.

"Wait here a moment, I've already sent someone to inform the old men."

The room, about 10 square meters, was very spacious, and the tatami mats were very clean.

"This is where our clan holds meetings. It's a bit simple, but I've already had tea prepared. Please sit down and wait a while." Nawaki sat down cross-legged in a very casual manner. Although it looked a bit awkward, it did make people feel more relaxed.

To be honest, the Senju Clan's stronghold is very heavily guarded, exuding an aura of authority. After all, they were once one of the strongest clans in the Shinobi World. Even though they have declined somewhat now, their reputation remains even after death. Besides, the Senju Clan, this infamous tiger, is still alive and well. It's my first time here, so I feel quite pressured.

With a stern face, Yuki Yoizuki quietly observed Nawaki, the grandson of the First Hokage.

"Long time no see, kid from the Uzumaki Clan."

"What kid? Watch your mouth, you old codger. He's Jonin, and one of the very top Jonin. The Calamity, the Konoha Calamity, that's a pretty imposing name."

"Hehe! It's a pity the old woman doesn't have a granddaughter, otherwise she would definitely marry you, boy."

A group of elderly men and women walked in, and greeted Katsuki with smiles.

When Mito Uzumaki was still alive, Katsuki and Kushina visited the elderly woman quite often, and they had a fairly good relationship with the elders of the Senju Clan.