Assassination

"Isn't this well-written?"

Looking up at the Kabuto Yakushi whose face was etched with tension, Kazashiro closed the file and tossed it casually onto the table.

Itachi, who had been busy with his own things, stopped what he was doing and picked up the file with the same curiosity.

"Regarding suggestions for improving the Medical Unit... Kabuto, what you wrote is indeed very good, why don't you dare to submit it?"

After reading the contents, Itachi's conclusion was the same as Kazashiro's.

"However, there are some areas that can be improved."

Itachi took the documents and sat down on the sofa, then took out a pen and began to make corrections.

Kazashiro sat down next to Itachi without any hesitation, ignoring how heavy his head was, and simply rested his head on Itachi's shoulder while watching him write.

Bai and Kimimaro exchanged a glance, nodded, and moved closer to Kazashiro on either side, not caring whether they understood or not, they just wanted to stay with Kazashiro.

Only Dou stood there, bewildered and lost.

No, isn't this what I wrote? Why are you all crowding around?

Looking at the two little ones clinging to him, Kazashiro made no move to push them away. Instead, he naturally placed his right hand on Kimimaro's head and gently stroked the other's white hair.

Kimimaro narrowed his eyes, seemingly enjoying the feeling.

Bai, watching from the side, was so jealous her eyes were almost red, and she pressed herself even closer to Kazashiro.

"Alright, alright, stop pushing, you're interrupting Itachi's train of thought."

Kazashiro could only gently pat Bai's head, prompting him to create some distance.

"Hey, Kazashiro, you--"

Obito's voice suddenly rang out, and as he pushed open the door, the first thing he saw was Kazashiro surrounded by children.

Did I come to the wrong place? This is the Hokage's Office, but it feels a bit like the Ninja Academy.

Obito scratched his head and looked at Kabuto Yakushi was standing still, with a Fudō expression.

"You're Dou, right? What happened?"

Kabuto Yakushi sighed and briefly explained the situation.

He graduated from the Ninja Academy six months ago. After graduation, instead of going on a mission, he joined the Medical Unit for an internship at the recommendation of Nonō.

After interning for half a year, in addition to writing an internship report as required, he also summarized some of his insights, which he plans to revise more thoroughly once he has matured further.

Unexpectedly, this document was discovered by Yamato, who was chatting with him, and soon it reached Kazashiro's ears, which led to the series of events that followed.

"I remember the Medical Unit was commanded by Lord Tsunade, right? You've got guts, kid. No wonder you were one of the geniuses of your generation."

Recalling Tsunade's fiery temper, Obito gave Kabuto Yakushi a thumbs up.

You dare to offer advice to that person? You're the one.

"By the way, how's Lin doing lately? Has anyone been bullying her in the Medical Unit?"

Obito suddenly remembered that Rin also worked in the Medical Unit, and asked Kabuto about her recent situation.

He was very busy with tasks during this period and didn't have a chance to chat with Lin.

"Senior Lin is highly respected by everyone, how could anyone bully her?"

The two exchanged a few words in hushed tones, and Itachi finished grading.

"That makes things much better, teacher."

He handed the revised document to Kazashiro, who signed it without even looking at it.

This operation made my Byakugan twitch.

Is his older brother truly the Hokage, or merely a puppet in Itachi's hands?

The scene before me gave me a strong sense of Hokage using the Hokage to control Konoha.

"Yes, put Kabuto Yakushi's name on it and send it directly to Tsunade."

They summoned a ninja from the Ministry of the Internal Affairs Department, who was unsurprised by the sight of the office full of children. He took the documents and vanished in Body Flicker Technique.

Kabuto Yakushi's face turned pale.

Why should Itachi sign his name on documents he has corrected?

Considering Tsunade's habit of Fudō at headquarters all the time, Kabuto Yakushi was already prepared to write a will and leave it with Nonō.

"Don't be so nervous, Dou."

Amused by the other's pale face, Kazashiro wiped away his tears and laughed, "Although Tsunade has a bad temper, she controls her strength very well, so she basically won't kill you."

After being comforted by Kazashiro, Dou's face turned even paler.

Listen to this! Is this something a human being would say?

"In short, Konoha is currently in a phase of rapid development, and anyone can offer their suggestions."

After making a joke, Kazashiro's expression turned serious.

"Kabuto, don't be afraid of the consequences of speaking out. Konoha doesn't Konoha; it Konoha to everyone. Everyone should contribute their own strength to its development."

These words were incredibly inspiring, but only Itachi had a different perspective.

Teacher, is it really not because you can't handle so many things by yourself?

Obito stroked his chin; he actually had a suggestion to make.

That is, could we give each Jonin a few days off? He really wanted to ask for leave to chat with Rin.

But...

He glanced at Kazashiro furtively, feeling that once he voiced his suggestion, he could be sent to the Internal Affairs Department.

I heard that my teacher was recently sentenced to death, but was later released for some reason. He is currently accompanying my senior brother on a mission to Sunagakure and living a life of hardship.

"That..."

Bai suddenly raised his hand, looking at Kazashiro with anticipation.

"What's wrong?"

Reaching out, he pinched the soft, white cheek, and with a smile, Kazashiro gestured for the other person to speak up boldly.

"I suggest that Lord Hokage- Kimimaro and I haven't had dinner with you in a long time."

This child is worth the trouble of bringing him all the way from Kirigakure.

Kazashiro was so moved he almost shed tears.

Finally, someone cares about me. Everyone's complaining about living like animals lately, but little do they know that they're the ones suffering the most, the ones at the top of the list.

"Alright, Itachi, I'll leave the rest of the files to you. Anyway, you're pretty good at imitating my signature."

Moved by his own actions, Kazashiro didn't hesitate for a moment, and regardless of Itachi's consent, he took Bai and Kimimaro's hands and activated the Flying Thunder God Technique.

"Teacher, you--"

Just as Itachi was about to speak, he realized that he was surrounded by nothing but empty air.

No, I'm not an adult yet, okay?

Obito: Strange, I feel like I'm being ignored. Come to think of it, why did I even come here in the first place?

After pondering for a while, Obito's expression suddenly changed.

"Wait, Kazashiro can't leave yet! I have intelligence; someone wants to assassinate him!"

Itachi and Kabuto, who were about to get back to their own business, suddenly turned around. "Huh?"

Itachi, in particular, jumped up from the sofa in a panic and took a few steps forward to Obito: "Really, Obito- senpai?"