What the Heck-So She Was My Stepmother After All

"It's like this, Danzo just told me not to stay in Konoha for a while, and I happen to be going to see your mother Tsunade anyway, so there's no better time than tomorrow, which is a good day to set off. I'd like to take Itachi with me this time, what do you think..."

Tianqi wanted to keep his eldest grandson with him, but he couldn't directly say he would take him away. After all, Itachi was Mikoto, and as his grandfather, he couldn't force him. It would be better to ask Itachi's parents for their consent.

"Leaving tomorrow? Father, you just got back, there's no need to leave so soon. Besides, if it's because of Danzo, there's nothing wrong with it. No matter how powerful Danzo is, he doesn't have the right to kick people out!"

"Mikoto, don't get agitated. Actually, this has nothing to do with Danzo. You know, Father's presence makes many people uncomfortable, and I don't really like the environment in Konoha either. The free and unrestrained world outside suits me better, so there's no need to investigate this matter further."

"Is that so? If it's about taking Itachi along, I have no objection as long as the child is willing to go. However, we should still inform Sen'u about this, since he is Itachi's father. How about we ask Sen'u before making a decision?"

"That's natural!"

After roughly finalizing the arrangements, Karura said with a relaxed expression, "Oh dear, there are so many fun things to do here that I haven't even had a chance to experience before leaving. I'm really going to miss it!"

"That's easy! Karura Mother, you can stay here. I can then show you around Konoha!"

"Hehe, thanks Mikoto! But no matter how good the things here are, they can't compare to your father. I'll only ever follow Tianqi for the rest of my life; wherever he goes, I'll go!"

While they were having a lively conversation, Sen'u, who was walking home after work, ran into Danzo, who was leaving. They nodded to each other and went their separate ways.

Looking at Danzo's Danzo figure and then at the direction he came from, Sen'u frowned slightly.

"Why is that old rascal still wandering around outside so late? And judging from the direction he's coming from, it seems like he came from my house. Is he looking for my father?"

Filled with questions, Sen'u slowly returned home, only to hear bursts of laughter and cheerful chatter as soon as she stepped inside.

"Hmm? Why is it so lively? Do we have guests?"

Upon entering the hall, Sen'u immediately spotted the woman chatting animatedly with Mikoto. "Who is this? I've never seen her before!"

"Auntie, Sen'u, you're back! Come quick, Karura's mother is here! Come and meet her!" Seeing her husband Sen'u return, Mikoto pulled him to Karura's side and began to introduce her to her.

"Karura Mother, this is my husband Sen'u, and also the son of Tianqi's father."

"Sen'u, this is Karura's mother; she is also Father's wife."

"Wife! No way!" Sen'u's eyes widened as he stared at the young and beautiful woman in front of him, realizing she was his father's wife. He inwardly groaned.

Holy crap, he just got back and already snagged such a stunningly beautiful woman. That old man's got guts! He's old but his heart is still young. Is he planning to give me another little brother? I can't believe it.

"So you're Tianqi's son, right? My name is Karura, Karura Ōtsutsuki, and I'm also your father's wife. Nice to meet you!" Karura said, extending her hand.

"Uh... my name is Uchiha Sen'u. Nice to meet you both!" Sen'u didn't extend her hand, but instead gave a slight bow.

It wasn't that he disliked Karura, but rather that Teuchi elders was impolite. Besides, he didn't have any particular opinion on polygamy; he simply thought his father was a bit too fierce.

Seeing that Sen'u didn't shake hands with him, Karura awkwardly withdrew his hand and asked with some confusion, "Sen'u, you don't have a problem with me, do you? You think I stole your mother's man and you're unhappy about it, right?"

"Hehehe, you're overthinking it. I have absolutely no objection to my father finding another partner. I'm not the kind of person who discriminates against polygamy, and I also believe in my father and mother's relationship. So you're completely overthinking it!" Sen'u shook his head with a wry smile. Although the woman in front of him was very young, he still used the honorific "you" because she was his father's woman, and he had to show her the proper respect.

"Is that really what you think?"

"Yes, it couldn't be more real!"

"Hahaha, you look just like him! Even the way you say those words is just like Tianqi's. You're definitely Tianqi's son, no doubt about it!" Karura looked at Sen'u, who resembled Tianqi by about 60%, and laughed heartily.

"Alright, alright, let's talk about this later. Mikoto, go and arrange for someone to serve dinner. Sen'u has had a long day, let him have a hot meal!"

"Okay, I'll go get someone right away!"

After Mikoto left, Sen'u found a place to sit down near Tianqi. As soon as she sat down, Sen'u covered her mouth with her hand and whispered to Tianqi, "Father, you're already so old, and you still found me a stepmother. Aren't you afraid Mother will be angry?"

"Don't cause trouble, you little brat. I'll explain to your mother myself. Besides, Karura is your mother too. If we're really talking about age, she's older than me. So behave yourself and stop being so sarcastic!"

"Don't worry, I understand!"

After hearing her father's words, Sen'u instantly understood that her young and beautiful stepmother probably used the same secret technique as her mother to maintain her youthful appearance. With that thought, she no longer had many reservations.

Karura didn't eavesdrop when Tianqi and his son were talking quietly. She just looked at Tianqi's son, Sen'u, and missed her children even more. It was such a pity that her children were long gone. It was such a pity that Tianqi never got to see his two children.

Tianqi also noticed that Karura seemed a little down, so he turned his head and asked in a low voice.

"Karura, what's wrong? Are you alright?"

"It's nothing, it's nothing. I just thought of your child when I saw Sen'u. Oh, what a pity, what a pity!"

Upon hearing this, Sen'u quickly asked, "Karura Mother, do you mean that you, my father, and I have children?"

"Yes, they are twins, a boy and a girl. The boy is named Ōtsutsuki Ganesha and the girl is named Ōtsutsuki Aditi. They are both good children, just like you!"

"I didn't expect it to be a man and a woman. Where are they now? Why didn't you bring them with you this time? It would have been a good opportunity for our whole family to get together!" Sen'u was also very excited to hear that she had siblings.

With his father's genes, his two children would definitely be outstanding individuals. If he could have two siblings, his family would truly prosper, and he would have trustworthy helpers. No matter how close outsiders are, they can't compare to one's own brothers.