Konoha, I'm back!

Under the rule of the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, Konoha exuded a peaceful, tranquil, and languid atmosphere.

In times of peace, this is undoubtedly the best choice.

However, this was an era of ninja rivalry among the Five Great Nations, Konoha would become increasingly corrupt under the rule of the Third Hokage.

Peace and tranquility can make people lazy, and laziness leads to decay.

The first thing to rot is the Big Tree's roots!

With Miyahara Shūto Matsushita Kazuko as witnesses, and after making up a few excuses to get rid of Kai, Tōka led Karin smoothly into Konoha.

The bustling yet peaceful village was filled with an atmosphere of harmony. Like a little butterfly, Karin rushed into the commercial street with the large wallet Tōka had given her in her arms.

Tōka should be happy that Karin was able to recover from the grief of losing her mother so quickly.

However, Tōka could tell that Karin was simply hiding her sadness deep inside, not wanting him to worry.

Standing on a corner of the street, I watched the cheerful little girl gradually disappear into the commercial street.

Tōka's lips curled up slightly, revealing a smile that reached deep into her eyes.

"What a considerate little apprentice!"

"What apprentice? Do you have any disciples yet?"

Suddenly, a disheveled silver-haired delinquent appeared, standing next to Tōka with dead fish eyes, his gaze lewdly following Tōka's line of sight.

Tōka silently withdrew his gaze, glancing at Kakashi... the book clutched in his hand...

Icha Icha Paradise?

Has Jiraiya already started developing in that direction?

"Pathetic guy." Tōka was too lazy to complain about Kakashi. He had a purpose in infiltrating Konoha this time, and Kakashi was a cunning shrew.

Compared to that idiot Guy, Kakashi is as clever as a monkey.

Tōka just wanted to get rid of this guy as soon as possible...

As Kakashi watched Tōka turn away, a strange and unreadable look flashed in his eyes.

Then, he adopted a lewd expression and asked with a smile, "Tōka, I heard you went on a mission?"

Tōka noticed the subtle changes in Kakashi's expression.

He is a man with the Eternal Tenseigan; even though his back is to Kakashi, he can still see Kakashi clearly.

A hint of suspicion flashed through Tōka's mind. Could it be that Kakashi had discovered something?

Puppet Tōka has kept a low profile in Konoha these past few years, mainly working odd jobs at some remote shops except for buying groceries.

He's already considered someone who's somewhat outside the ninja system.

Although this was highly irregular, it was suppressed by the Third Hokage, and in the first year, there were even Anbu constantly monitoring the situation.

Over time, for reasons unknown, the Third Hokage withdrew all the surveillance Anbu.

Tōka seems to have completely given up on the option of a peaceful life.

"Yeah, I'm going out for some fresh air." Tōka gave a perfunctory reply, but the more she thought about it, the more something felt off. There must be something wrong with it, but she couldn't remember where it was right.

"Getting some fresh air is good, Tōka..." Kakashi's hesitant expression didn't escape Tōka's notice.

"What?" Tōka looked at Kakashi in surprise. Kakashi used to be quite different from now, always stammering when he spoke.

"It's alright, go back and get some rest." Kakashi patted Tōka on the shoulder, then turned and walked away in the opposite direction.

Tōka stared blankly at Kakashi's departing figure, Kakashi's unusual behavior only fueling his growing confusion.

At that moment, Karin rushed over carrying snacks taller than herself, bumping right into Tōka.

With a clatter, the food boxes fell haphazardly to the ground.

"Can you finish all this food?" Tōka glanced at the little girl rubbing her bottom, then picked up the boxes one by one with a dark expression.

"Midnight snack!" Karin stuck her bottom out and tried to shove the food into her arms, even though she couldn't hold on any longer.

"Greedy little thing!" Tōka took half of the snack boxes, and only then could the two of them barely manage to carry everything.

Seeing the two of them like this, Karin also regretted buying so much stuff.

She secretly stuck out her cute little tongue and silently followed behind Tōka, like a little tail, no longer daring to run off.

Tōka's residence is still a dormitory building on the street near the Hokage Building.

The house may be small, but it has everything you need.

This is a very good condition for someone living alone.

"Don't eat too much tonight, or you won't be able to sleep," Tōka instructed Karin, his tone gentle yet undeniably serious.

"Okay, are you going out tonight?" Karin understood Tōka's unspoken meaning, and this time she didn't pester Tōka.

Karin knew Tōka's purpose in coming to Konoha and took away the last member of the squad.

Tōka pulled Karin down to sit, pinching her cheek. "If all goes well, we can leave tomorrow."

"Leaving so soon?" A hint of reluctance flashed in Karin's eyes. If only she could stay in this peaceful and tranquil village.

Tōka's eyes One Flash, but she smiled without saying a word.

The village ruled by the Third Hokage is indeed a place that most people aspire to live in.

That night, the sun sank below the horizon, and a silvery-gray curtain enveloped the entire village, with countless sparks of light emanating from the lamps of every household.

In the quiet and peaceful night, groups of two or three drinking buddies staggered along the empty streets.

A dark shadow flashed by in the night, disappearing as nimbly as a ghostly phantom.

Under the cover of night, Tōka quickly sneaked into a Forest on the Konoha Back Mountain. Now that he had Tenseigan, he could clearly sense whether anyone was following him.

Walking towards the edge, through the Forest Tōka arrived at an old courtyard filled with a rustic charm.

"It's been several years since I last came here." Tōka tilted her head and looked at the plaque.

In recent years, apart from Yakumo, no one else in the Kurama Clan has awakened the Kurama Clan's Kekkei Genkai.

The members of the Kurama Clan have extremely poor physical constitutions, making them unable to cultivate Taijutsu) and also unskilled in Ninjutsu.

Unable to awaken their Kekkei Genkai, the Kurama Clan has declined day by day, and has even become a marginal clan outside the ninja system.

Thump thump thump!!

Tōka gently knocked on the door and stood quietly outside waiting.

Although it was late at night, the Kurama Clan was once a renowned Genjutsu clan on par with the Uchiha Clan, and any visitor would be detected very quickly.

Especially since Tōka didn't conceal his presence.

Squeak!

With a soft click, the door opened a crack, just enough for the person inside to peek out.

"Who are you?" The old butler looked at Tōka with suspicion, as it was not easy to see Tōka's appearance in the darkness.

"Tōka, I've come to pay my respects to Kurama clan leader." A mysterious glint flashed in Tōka's eyes as the old steward respectfully opened a large door to welcome him inside.

In the main hall of the Kurama Clan, Tōka walked into the room with elegant steps.

Upon hearing the steward's report, Kurama Murakumo, already dressed, sat upright in the hall waiting.

"Tōka, is this the real Dongge?" Kurama Murakumo squinted at Tōka and uttered a startling question!

"Oh?" Tōka's expression changed slightly. No one should be able to see through the Tsuchi-e no Jutsu, so why would Kurama Murakumo say that?

The two stared at each other, and the atmosphere in the room became strangely eerie.

A chilling atmosphere filled the air, Tōka felt a surge of murderous intent. Should he kill the Kurama Murakumo, or spare its life...?

Sensing the powerful killing intent emanating from Tōka, Kurama Murakumo's heart tightened slightly, and he quickly raised his hand.

Please have a seat.

The two simple words eased the tense atmosphere in the room.

Because these are not just two ordinary words, the fact that they can sit down and talk at least indicates that their current relationship is not that of enemies!

Tōka understood the meaning behind Kurama Murakumo's words and sat quietly in the guest seat with some doubt.

"I've already had someone take care of the clone you left in Konoha." Kurama Murakumo calmly picked up his teacup, took a sip, and his drowsiness vanished.

Upon hearing this, Tōka was slightly taken aback.

No wonder I felt something was off when I saw Kakashi during the day; it turns out his clone was concealed by the Kurama Clan.

Nevertheless, the Third Hokage was still uneasy.

So, while the Anbu surveillance was ostensibly removed, Kakashi was actually the Anbu!

Having figured everything out, Tōka smiled slightly, "Thanks."

Immediately afterwards, his expression darkened, and he stared intently into Kurama Murakumo's eyes with great seriousness.

Why are you helping me?

The eyes are the windows to the soul. Tōka could sense whether Kurama Murakumo's words were insincere or not, and he would know if the other party dared to lie to him.

So...

After tonight, there will be no more Kurama Clan!

"This is a gamble, and I cannot let the glory of the Kurama Clan fall into my hands!" Kurama Murakumo paid no attention to Tōka's captivating gaze.

As the head of the clan, Kurama Murakumo's first priority is the clan, and only then does he consider his family!

The Kurama Clan is in increasingly poor condition, with fewer and fewer young members becoming ninjas, and the clan is becoming weaker and weaker.

The Kurama Clan Jonin a handful of Jonin, and they are all elderly people.

"What do you plan to do?" Tōka asked, raising an eyebrow, seeing the determination in Kurama Murakumo.

"Nice to meet you, you're only this tall..." Kurama Murakumo smile, sensing a chilling aura emanating from Tōka.

In particular, Tōka entered the mysterious small building of the Kurama Clan and activated the Kurama Clan's strongest Genjutsu Great Six Ren!

That's something only members of the Kurama Clan who have awakened their Kekkei Genkai can see!

"Just to prove that my choice was not wrong!" Kurama Murakumo's voice gradually turned cold, and countless dark figures surrounded the hall one after another.

"I see." Tōka nodded in understanding; it was a fair deal.

If Tōka can handle the ambush set up by Kurama Murakumo, then the Kurama Clan will Tōka's lead.

If Tōka dies at the hands of this group, or is even captured alive, Kurama Murakumo will report this to the Hokage to claim credit.

From any perspective, the Kurama Clan won't lose out...

But is Tōka the type of person who would rather suffer a loss?

Ice Blue halo danced in Tōka's eyes, his dark pupils completely covered by the Ice Blue, revealing a pair of chilling pupils with a cold and indifferent expression.

This night is destined to be shrouded in blood...

Half an hour later, Tōka slowly left the Kurama Clan with a sleepy Yakumo.

"From now on, you are my official disciple!" Tōka held Yakumo's small hand, a faint smile on his lips.

"Yes, teacher!" Kurama Yakumo didn't quite understand what was going on, but she liked Tōka's scent and couldn't help but want to get closer to her.

Moreover, Father just said that we should obediently listen to Tōka.

Tōka pinched Yakumo's cheek, his gentle tone conveying an air of seriousness.

"Remember, you are my Ōtsutsuki Tōka's Disciple!"

The increasingly declining Kurama Clan placed their last hope on Yakumo, and after witnessing the power of the Tenseigan...

It was early morning, just as dawn was breaking.

Karin got out of bed and saw another Long Hair little girl sitting at the square table in the living room.

None of that matters. The important thing is that the food that guy was holding was a snack she had specially saved for Tōka yesterday!

"Stop! No, shut up! Don't eat!" Karin jumped up and rushed into the living room barefoot.

He lunged and crashed into Yakumo's arms, knocking her to the ground.

Thump!

The two crashed heavily onto the wooden floor, leaving Yakumo dizzy and Karin was small, she was much stronger than Yakumo.

In no time, he snatched the sweets from Yakumo's hands.

"Hmph!" Karin, who had snatched the snack, scrambled to her feet, looking triumphant with her little chest puffed out.

Thump!

Tōka flicked her finger and tapped Karin on the head, making her scream in pain.

Turning around, she saw Tōka standing behind her with a wicked smile. Instantly, her squeals stopped abruptly, like a duck being choked.

"Why is it so noisy so early in the morning?" Tōka glanced out the window, and not far away was the rooftop of the Hokage Building!

I originally wanted to leave quietly, but now, I guess I won't be able to leave.

In Tōka's view, Kakashi had one hand in his pocket and the other holding an adult novel, his lewd face completely buried in the book.

Kai was gesturing wildly and shouting, but Kakashi completely ignored him.

"These two are here?" Tōka raised an eyebrow, signaling Karin and Yakumo to stop causing trouble.

Kakashi is not as easily fooled as Guy. Karin could claim she was just an orphan he brought back from outside the village during a mission, but Yakumo can't!

As the young lady of the Kurama Clan, Kakashi might have seen Yakumo's information!

"You two get along well, I'll go and take care of those two." Although Tōka was speaking to the two of them, his gaze remained fixed on Karin.

Tōka witnessed everything that just happened. Wasn't this little girl a bit too lively?

Karin pouted and turned her face away haughtily, "Okay!"

Waaah~

A gust of wind blew by, Tōka's figure disappeared.

With one person missing, the room suddenly felt empty. Karin glared at Yakumo angrily, then grabbed her snacks and headed for the bedroom.

Yakumo was woken up in the middle of the night yesterday, and is still a little groggy...

After Karin left, Yakumo sat down again, trying to sort out his somewhat chaotic thoughts.

Last night... it seems something important happened?! 46