It's wonderful that we were able to acquire the descendants of the Whirlpool without any bloodshed.
The Konoha High Command thought this way after receiving the news.
However, unlike the adult women mentioned in the intelligence, what Shikaku and his group brought back was just an infant.
From Konoha's perspective, this is more in Konoha's interest than bringing an adult clansman.
After all, adults need to be properly instilled with the Will of Fire by one side, but babies are different. As long as they can grow up safely in Konoha, they will definitely agree with Konoha's values when they grow up.
At the same time, Konoha could also consider him as a potential candidate for the next Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.
The remaining question is who should raise the child.
Hatake Sakumo looked at Karin, who was being held in Jaci's arms, and the latter was looking around with a bewildered expression.
The answer is obvious.
"What an adorable little baby! Where is her mother?"
Kushina took Karin from Jaci's hands, looking at her clanswoman with excitement, while inquiring about the whereabouts of her mother.
Jaci didn't speak, but looked at Kazashiro beside her.
"I'm very sorry, Kushina- nee, the child's mother is currently missing."
However, the reason why the unknown Uchiha took Karin's mother away is quite easy to guess.
The removal of Nagato's Rinnegan signifies their need to find a new vessel to control the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path, while simultaneously devising a way to revive Madara Uchiha.
Only the Uzumaki Clan can do this.
"Is that so? That's a real shame."
Kushina's eyes dimmed for a moment, but quickly returned to normal.
She hadn't seen her people for a long time since Mito Uzumaki passed away.
Before marrying Minato, she often missed her birthplace, Uzushio Village.
Minato sensed Kushina's feelings and, being understanding, suggested that their child inherit the Uzumaki surname to alleviate Kushina's homesickness.
Only...
Kazashiro really wanted to complain. Even though Naruto had the surname Uzumaki, his dazzling blond hair was still unacceptable.
If things really develop as they did in the original story, the distinguishing feature of the Uzumaki Clan in the future will probably change from red hair to blond hair.
Even the elders like Hiruzen secretly admired Minato's abilities after seeing Naruto.
The last person to forcibly dye the Uzumaki Clan's red hair yellow was the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju.
The only difference was that the other person had dyed their hair black.
"Okay, it's decided. Regardless of everything Karin did in the past, today is her birthday!"
Seeing the little one sleeping peacefully in her arms, Kushina smiled and led him into the house.
And so, Naruto, who was originally an only child, became an older brother on this day.
Over time, the buildings destroyed by Uchiha Setsuna gradually recovered.
The Medical Unit headquarters, which was originally unable to continue construction due to insufficient budget, was successfully completed thanks to Tsunade's personal funds.
Perhaps feeling that she was losing out by paying money but not being in charge, Tsunade accepted Sakumo's appointment and became the captain of the Medical Unit, despite her dissatisfaction.
He also kept Shizune, who was related to Dan Katō, with him.
As news of the establishment of the Medical Unit spread throughout Konoha, Rin Nohara promptly approached the hospital's leadership, hoping to join the Medical Unit.
Originally, the hospital director did not want to hand over such an excellent ninja as Rin to the Medical Unit. At the same time, he also hoped to introduce such an outstanding girl as Rin to his son, who was about the same age as her.
"This... this is absolutely unacceptable!"
Upon hearing this news, Obito blushed and slammed his fist on the table. If it weren't for Kazashiro stopping him, he probably would have activated Susanoo and had a serious talk with the dean.
"Obito, I've told you many times, don't panic when something happens, stay calm."
Kazashiro, reclining on a deck chair, leisurely fanned himself with a folding fan he'd somehow acquired, and gently advised Obito not to get agitated.
With the reconstruction work completed, the Konoha Ninja, who had been working non-stop for nearly a year, finally got the vacation they had been dreaming of. With the help of Kazashiro, their former classmates came to this hot spring bath that had already become quite famous.
After enjoying the warm hot spring, the group, wrapped in bathrobes, went to the rest area to chat.
"But, Kazashiro, you know, I..."
Obito blushed, and in front of Rin, he couldn't bring himself to confess his feelings for her in public.
"What, do you know something?"
Red Anko, who was munching on dumplings, stopped what she was doing and asked Obito in a meaningful tone.
Thank goodness, I finally have time to eat my favorite dumplings.
Although following Orochimaru didn't require her to go on missions Tenten like a combat ninja, the emotionless commands Hiruko Orochimaru and Hiruko still made Anko quite haggard.
"Idiot."
Kakashi remained as aloof as ever, even while wearing a bathrobe, he still wore his signature mask.
"The women's pool is over there. Ugh, someone as upright as me would never do something like peeping, but if my eyes accidentally catch something, it's not me—ouch!"
Ebisu eyes were not very obedient, could even make a move, two fingers were stuck into his eye sockets, causing him to roll around on the ground, clutching his eyes.
"Don't worry, Ebisu, I'll treat your eyes after your bath."
Looking at Ebisu at her feet with the same disdainful gaze one would give a piece of trash, Shizune spoke in a cold tone.
Upon witnessing this scene, Iroha Hyuga had recovered from his injuries, silently closed his Byakugan.
"It's as chaotic as ever."
Ignoring Ebisu's distress message, Genma Shiranui, with Senbon in his Shiranui Genma, turned around, picked up a bottle of milk, and drank it all in one gulp.
"This is what youth feels like! I've decided, I'm going to walk upside down around the rest area 500 times!"
Even while soaking in a hot spring, Might Guy, ignoring the surprised looks from the staff, began his self-disciplined routine, wearing a green bodysuit.
"It's a pity that our young master Asuma couldn't attend this gathering. I wonder where that kid has gone."
After finishing the last string of dumplings, Anko rubbed her belly contentedly, let out a burp, and then mentioned Asuma, who couldn't attend the gathering.
Upon hearing Asuma's name, everyone present fell silent for a moment.
Shiranui Genma scratched his head, a hint of helplessness on his face. "That guy left the village without saying a word. I wonder what he's angry about."
Of everyone present, only Kazashiro and Kakashi knew about the Root reorganization, so the others were unaware of the reason for Asuma's departure.