Still Seducing!

Ever since Kazuhiko had skirted the gates of death three months ago, he had not been sent out on any missions.

This was certainly not because Konoha or the Uchiha clan had suddenly developed a sense of mercy and stopped assigning him missions outside the village.

Rather, it was because Eri and Hideki had exerted their influence to shield their child from the storm.

They had only this one son, and they would not allow him to step into dangerous territory.

Of course, there was also the reason that Kazuhiko himself had been quite capable.

After all, the smaller the ability, the smaller the responsibility.

As a perennial medical genin with a combat power of five, his presence didn't change much, and his absence wouldn't be missed.

"Mom, Dad~ I have already accepted a mission from the Hokage."

Eri remained silent, lost in thought.

Hideki couldn't help but jump to his feet:

"An S-rank top-secret mission? Is this the kind of mission a medical genin can handle? No way, I'm going to find Elder Yutaro right now and find a way to get this mission canceled."

He looked at his wife:

"Honey, say something."

Eri stared into Kazuhiko's eyes.

"S-rank top-secret, related to psychological treatment."

"The target of the mission is Tsunade, isn't it?"

Kazuhiko sighed in admiration:

"Mom is sharp as ever."

"Since you guessed the content of the mission yourself, it shouldn't count as me leaking classified information, right?"

For an S-rank top-secret mission, one could well imagine the consequences of a leak.

Being stabbed through with three blades and six holes, or having eight kunai stuck in one's back, would be considered getting off lightly.

Eri frowned slightly and began to help her son deduce the scenarios that might occur.

"I know about Tsunade's situation."

"Talk therapy won't be effective, and the moment you touch upon her sensitive scars, Tsunade will fly into a rage!"

"When that happens, if she lands a single punch with her monstrous strength, you could die!"

As one of the few medical jōnin in Konoha, she had naturally participated in the treatment of Tsunade's hemophobia.

Moreover, she had personally experienced the risks of that treatment.

To treat hemophobia, one had to force Tsunade to face her pain directly.

And if she were forced to confront the memories of the tragic deaths of Nawaki and Dan Katō, she would go completely berserk.

Would a berserk Tsunade bother to reason with you?

"I know."

Kazuhiko looked at his mother, and another "him" separated from his body, walked over to Black Charcoal, patted the cat who was focused on eating fish, and smiled:

"Don't worry, Mom, I definitely won't get hurt."

Phantom Body Flicker, one of the fastest legends in the ninja world.

Kazuhiko demonstrating this ninjutsu was enough to convince his mother, Eri.

Black Charcoal was instantly displeased; she didn't care about any of that and swiped at the hand Kazuhiko had extended.

"No head-patting while eating, meow~!"

Hideki looked at the two "Kazuhikos," his mouth hanging open.

"Honey, when did you teach him Shadow Clone?"

The Shadow Clone technique was considered standard equipment for a jōnin in Konoha.

Seeing this scene suddenly, Hideki assumed his son had learned the Shadow Clone technique and was shocked.

In an Uchiha household, strength dictated status.

It was over, it was all over; his low status in the family was now completely set in stone!

"It's not a Shadow Clone..."

Eri stared at the "Phantom Kazuhiko" that hadn't vanished after Black Charcoal's claw strike, and she instantly made a connection.

"Body Flicker Shisui..."

Eri looked into Kazuhiko's eyes, her expression filled with unconcealed shock.

They were clear and bright.

Full of confidence.

She found that she could no longer quite see through her son.

"Trash," "eternal genin," "the disgrace of the Uchiha clan"—these negative labels that the clansmen had repeatedly attached to Kazuhiko had, at some point, all vanished.

The Double-Tomoe Sharingan, Shisui's Body Flicker Technique...

With these things manifesting in him, it was hard not to believe in his growth.

"If you want to go, then go."

Eri revealed a radiant smile.

Her own son had grown up before she even realized it.

"Come back as soon as you can."

"Got it, Mom."

Kazuhiko smiled as well.

Immediately, he vanished using the Phantom Body Flicker.

After finishing his meal and seeing that the time was right, he washed up briefly and headed out to keep his appointment.

Cherry Blossom Drunk was a small tavern on the Konoha commercial street.

The storefront was not large, but it was decorated with great care and had a very charming atmosphere.

Kazuhiko walked in and spotted Kurenai Yuhi sitting in the corner at a single glance.

She had swapped out her usual ninja attire for a slim-fitting, light red dress with a side slit, worn over black fishnet stockings. Her long hair was draped loosely, making her look exceptionally alluring under the dim, warm lighting.

The only slight imperfection was that the fair thigh exposed by the slit was still wrapped in bandages.

"You're quite punctual~"

Kurenai Yuhi raised her eyes, a faint, elusive smile playing on her lips.

"Keeping a beauty waiting isn't my style."

Kazuhiko sat down beside her, admiring the way Kurenai Yuhi looked as she picked up the wine carafe to pour him a drink, her profile on display.

She was truly beautiful, sexy, and alluring—she was right in his strike zone.

"You look beautiful today; this suits you much better than a ninja combat uniform."

Kurenai Yuhi tucked her hair behind her ear and smiled slightly:

"Really? I rarely dress like this; I was afraid I'd look ugly."

[Kurenai Yuhi's favorability toward you has increased]

"How could that be? Senior Kurenai has the height and the legs, and a great figure; you wouldn't look bad in anything."

[Kurenai Yuhi's favorability toward you has increased]

"Adding a footnote: you'd definitely look good wearing nothing at all, too."

[Kurenai Yuhi's favorability toward you has increased]

Kurenai Yuhi covered her small mouth with her delicate hand, her shoulders shaking as she laughed incessantly.

That was the best thing about a "tea-style" girl; not only were they gentle and beautiful, but they always provided feedback to your compliments, ensuring your efforts never went to waste.

Kurenai Yuhi turned her head away, poured herself another glass, and looked at Kazuhiko:

"You're a bit different from other Uchiha~~ With your talent and family background, most are usually arrogant and look down on everyone. How are you so... so..."

"So glib."

Kurenai Yuhi waved her hand: "I meant witty and humorous~"

[Kurenai Yuhi's favorability toward you has increased]

"I see; it's Senior Kurenai who is the glib one, finding a reason to praise me no matter what."

"I'm not, I didn't..."

The man was interested, and the woman was willing; as the two drank more, their bodies drew closer and closer.

Kurenai Yuhi's cheeks were flushed, and her rose-colored eyes seemed almost ready to drip with moisture.

"This glass is for you, thank you for the A-rank mission contribution; I took quite a bit of advantage of you."

The two clinked glasses, the sake sliding down their throats with a crisp, sweet finish.

This was the first time Kazuhiko had drunk heavily since awakening his past-life memories, and he didn't know his own limits.

By now, he couldn't hold his liquor well and was feeling dizzy and lightheaded.

In his drunken state, he couldn't control his gaze, which began to linger on Kurenai Yuhi.

"You're being naughty~!"

Kurenai Yuhi enjoyed a casual drink from time to time, and she could hold her liquor quite well.

Seeing the highly aggressive look in Kazuhiko's eyes, she felt a mix of shyness and a hint of pride.

Emboldened by the alcohol, she reached out a finger and playfully tapped him on the forehead.

"Your eyes are being naughty~!"

"Naughty?"

Kazuhiko looked into Kurenai Yuhi's eyes, then glanced down at the cleavage visible beneath her black fishnet undershirt, putting on a look of sudden realization.

"You mean you're talking about me looking here, right?"

He pointed at his own eyes, then gestured toward Kurenai Yuhi's chest.

"Listen to my sophistry... no, wait, listen to my explanation."

"In the eyes of a commoner, all one sees is a beautiful woman's body, but in my eyes, this is a work of art, a gift bestowed upon us by the gods."

[Kurenai Yuhi's favorability toward you has risen to: Close Friend (He's still seducing me! It's over, what should I do if he proposes on the spot???)]