Kakashi's Injured World

"Konan."

Upon seeing Konan injured, Nagato shouted anxiously.

Shinra Tensei.

Surrounded, Nagato used this technique on the Masked Man blocking his way.

The Masked Man was surprised that Nagato would disregard his own safety. Seeing this, Yahiko and the other ninjas all unleashed their attacks on Nagato.

"Well"

Nagato forced down the blood he was about to vomit. Using the force of the blow, he unleashed Shinra Tensei, sending the Masked Man flying.

Seeing Kisame 'Nagato menacing approach, Kisame dared not provoke him and immediately slipped away. Moreover, Kisame had achieved his goal: adding a burden to Nagato.

"Konan, are you alright?"

Nagato immediately used Medical Ninjutsu to heal Konan's injuries.

Konan knew that Chakra couldn't afford to lose too much Nagato right now, so she took Nagato's hand, shook her head, and said...

"No need. I'm not in any danger."

Konan was aware of her injuries; Kisame's goal was simply to severely injure her, preventing Nagato from concentrating on the battle.

"Finally back."

Karot stretched at the Konoha; sitting in the car for so long had made Karot back feel like it was going to give out.

Orochimaru also looked relaxed. After all, no matter how nice it is outside, it's not as comfortable as home. Besides, Orochimaru is not a person who likes to move around much.

However, Orochimaru's work after his return was far from easy. The Akatsuki Organization's Konoha on Orochimaru had left him with a mountain of tasks, and even with the Third Hokage's help, there were still some decisions that Orochimaru had to make. After all, Orochimaru was now in power. Upon his return, Orochimaru went straight to the Hokage Building to work. And of course, Karot wasn't following Orochimaru around; he went to Ichiraku Ramen to tend to the business.

The Akatsuki Organization attack had absolutely no impact on Ichiraku Ramen. It's as if they were incredibly lucky; Ichiraku Ramen didn't suffer any damage whatsoever.

Welcome!

As Karot pulled back the curtain, a beaming, arrogant face came into view. However, upon seeing Karot, Uncle Ichiraku's expression immediately changed, transforming from warm and hospitable to icy and cold.

Actually, it's not entirely fair to blame Uncle Ichiraku for his differential treatment. The key issue is that Karot had his eye on Uncle Ichiraku's daughter. Unable to afford food, he offered himself in marriage. Seeing his precious daughter about to be taken by that pig Karot, how could Ichiraku be happy? Although he eventually cleared things up, it left an Ichiraku in his heart.

"Uncle, where's the Ayame?"

Karot sat down at the table and asked.

"No, what would you like to eat?"

Ichiraku glanced sideways at Karot and said, "I don't want my daughter to face Karot. Why don't you just be a proper customer?"

"The usual rules!"

Karot didn't understand Ichiraku's look and started ordering food on his own.

Although Uncle Ichiraku didn't like Karot, he was incredibly fast at serving food. In no time, he placed Karot's large bowl of noodles in front of Karot.

"I'm starting to eat."

After saying that, Karot started munching on his noodles. The bowls in front of Karot piled higher and higher.

"Karot, you're back!"

As Ayame came out of the kitchen, she saw Karot eating noodles and exclaimed happily. Karot was her good friend and taste tester. Every time Ayame developed a new dish, she would invite Karot to try it, and it was unlimited. So, the more they interacted, the deeper their friendship became. Ichiraku, felt that her daughter's dependence on her was gradually decreasing, which was why she wasn't giving Karot a friendly look.

"Yeah, I just got back today and couldn't wait to eat the noodles you made."

Karot answered Ayame's questions while eating his noodles. He really managed to balance eating and chatting! If Karot could use that same unwavering passion for food to woo girls, I think no one in Konoha would refuse him.

"Yeah?"

"You've come at just the right time; I've developed a new dish."

Ayame was very pleased with what Karot said. After all, the greatest compliment a chef can receive is having someone enjoy their cooking.

"Great, let's go up there!"

Karot was getting impatient.

"What? What? They have new noodles! I want some too!"

Kakashi entered with his team at that moment, and Naruto, upon hearing about the new style, immediately spoke up. As a die-hard ramen enthusiast, Naruto naturally wanted to try it.

"Yo Kakashi, my dear little brother."

Karot greeted Kakashi first upon seeing him. He hadn't expected to run into Kakashi here, and what he was thinking was...

"My bills are settled."

Kakashi was starting to regret listening to Naruto's advice to eat ramen. If he hadn't come, he wouldn't have run into Karot. The worst part was that Karot was eating right there. Kakashi felt like his wallet was crying.

"Senior Karot!"

Naruto shouted excitedly upon seeing Karot and immediately ran to sit down next to Karot. It's worth noting that Naruto is now a huge fan of Karot.

"Not bad, it's gotten stronger."

Karot looked at Naruto and spoke.

"Of course, Senior Karot, I haven't let my guard down at all."

Naruto said proudly.

"Oh, okay. Then I'll pay for your bill today."

Karot spoke up generously.

"Really?"

Naruto said happily.

"Of course, you can order some while you're at it."

Karot looked at Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura and said with a generous wave of his hand.

"Thank you, Senior Karot." x3

The three boys happily went to order food.

Soon their ramen arrived. Naruto noticed that Karot's ramen was different from the others' and asked what was wrong.

"Uncle Ichiraku, why haven't I seen Karot- senpai's ramen before?"

Naruto had eaten all the ramen at Ichiraku Ramen, but he had never seen the one in Karot's bowl before. It smelled even better than his own, instantly making his ramen seem less appealing. Wasn't this discrimination? Could they still be friends?

"Hmph, that's a new design; it hasn't gone on sale yet."

It was obvious that the hum was directed at Karot. Even Ichiraku himself didn't receive that treatment. He was filled with intense jealousy towards Karot.

Karot didn't care about Uncle Ichiraku's expression and finished the ramen in the bowl in no time.

"Ayame, it's so delicious, I'll have another bowl."

The highest respect for a delicious meal is to have another bowl. Karot now has only one goal: to eat his fill.

Everyone watched as the bowls in front of Karot piled higher and higher. Finally, Karot let out a long, satisfied burp.

"Brush."

A member of the Anbu approached Karot respectfully and said...

"Lord Karot, the Lord Hokage requests your presence."

Upon hearing this sentence...

"Kakashi, I'm counting on you."

After saying that Karot Instantaneous Movement to leave Ichiraku Ramen.

"Holy crap."

Kakashi felt as if the world had collapsed.