Comforting Rin Nohara, Discussing Yin-Yang Release (Parts 1, 2, and 3)

Obito opened his eyes, and a windmill spun in his pupils as his figure disappeared from the Kamui Dimension.

Not long after, he returned to the Graveyard of Mountains.

Before me lay a pitch-black cave.

Above us was a sheer cliff face with no visible top, and beneath our feet was cold, rocky ground.

Obito stood in the center of the cave, looking around.

A self-deprecating smile appeared on his lips.

I thought I would never be in this cage again.

He thought so.

Little did anyone know, this place would become their refuge.

Lin no longer belongs to him.

So what's the point of him going back?

For him, Konoha had become an empty shell with no place to belong.

The person he desperately rushed back to protect was already standing beside someone else.

The destination he desperately wanted to reach had already been marked by others long before he arrived.

Kakashi probably considered Qingyu friend and had long forgotten his last words.

Obito closed his eyes.

And he, Obito Uchiha, is already a thing of the past.

Why did this happen?

Obito opened his eyes, his gaze falling on the enormous "Demonic Statue of the Outer Path" deep within the cave.

The emaciated Demonic Statue was bound by chains, resembling a prisoner's corpse.

Essentially, it's this flawed ninja world that caused this problem.

Because of the ninja system, wars were constantly being started.

Between villages and between nations, driven by self-interest, hatred, and the insatiable desires of those in power who sit in safe havens, generation after generation of ninjas are sent to the battlefield.

Those who die on the battlefield leave behind orphans like him.

Those who survive will continue to fight, bearing the scars of losing their loved ones.

Then a new war breaks out, new orphans are born, and new wounds are added to the old ones, with no end in sight.

So how many others, like myself, are forgotten by those closest to us?

How many more losers are there?

Lin will slowly forget him in Qingyu's smile, Kakashi will gradually get used to the battlefield without him behind Qingyu.

The traces he left in this world will be erased little by little by time, until only a name remains on his Memorial Stone, and the occasional whispered "Obito" from his passing companions.

No.

Obito shook his head.

He would never admit to such a thing!

"You came back after all."

Madara Uchiha leaned back in his wooden chair, looking at Obito.

His body was even thinner than before, his cheekbones protruded high, and his skin clung to his bones, like a skeleton wrapped in dry skin.

But Madara Uchiha was full of energy.

Today is a day of great joy for him.

First, Qingyu Mangekyō Sharingan, then Obito Mangekyō Sharingan.

Furthermore, Madara Uchiha discovered that Qingyu also knew Wood Release!

This stirred a unique feeling within Madara Uchiha.

Qingyu is not only like Izuna, but also like a combination of him and Hashirama!

Of course, Madara Uchiha was referring to Wood Release techniques.

His own Wood Release was awakened by the cells in Hashirama's body.

Qingyu, however, is a purer being.

He was born with the bloodlines of the Senju and Uchiha, and even inherited the top-tier techniques unique to these two bloodlines.

Mangekyō and Wood Release.

Anyone who acquires either one will be a master in their own right.

Qingyu has both!

"Good."

Madara Uchiha spoke slowly.

"That kind of cold gaze... that's what makes her so Uchiha."

Obito looked at him, his face expressionless.

"Do you remember what I said, Obito?"

Madara Uchiha said meaningfully.

Now is the time to truly repay him.

"Of course I know."

Obito snorted coldly.

"I want to create a world where there is only peace and victors."

"In that world, there would never be someone like Qingyu."

Upon hearing Obito's boastful words, Madara Uchiha smiled slightly.

Is that so?

"However, you also have the opportunity to say your name, so why don't you?"

Madara Uchiha asked with a hint of amusement.

Obito's explosive power on the battlefield exceeded his plans. At that moment, Obito rushed out and, with speed and strength, tore a gap in the encirclement of the Kirigakure Ninja.

If he wanted, he could easily call out his name and let Kakashi and Rin Nohara know that he had returned.

But Obito.

It doesn't matter anymore.

Obito shook his head.

I'm already "dead".

Obito Uchiha had already died at Kannabi Bridge, beneath that boulder, amidst the cries of Rin Nohara and Kakashi.

The moment he walked out of the Graveyard of Mountains, he had already abandoned his identity Obito Uchiha.

Even if he goes back, he won't be able to fit in anymore.

Besides, if he goes back, things won't be like that between Lin and Qingyu, right?

Does he think that if he stood in front of Lin, she would look at him again?

In fact, it would be the same whether he is there or not.

Just like this cruel ninja world, everyone is treated as a tool.

Companions are tools, emotions are tools, sacrifice is tools, even living itself is a tool.

The world will not be better off because of Obito Uchiha, nor will it be worse off because of him.

He was just a forgotten man.

"Reality is hell."

Obito's emotions gradually became agitated, and he was no longer as calm as before.

"I want to create a truly ideal world."

Madara Uchiha looked into his eyes.

Obito's cold and obsessive gaze was reflected in those crimson Sharingan.

This madness, this straight plunge from one extreme to another, made Madara Uchiha nod in agreement.

Indeed, the kinder and more innocent a person was in the past, the greater the darkness that will eventually be stirred within them.

Even Madara Uchiha had to admit that the Uchiha Clan did indeed have some individuals with dualistic traits.

They like to go directly from one extreme to the other.

Their love was so intense that, once distorted, it would turn into an equal amount of hatred.

However, these were talents he had carefully selected.

In particular, Madara Uchiha also learned about Obito's Dōjutsu.

The Mangekyō Sharingan is activated only under extreme emotions has the Dōjutsu "Kamui," which can distort space and even transfer people or objects to another dimension.

This ability is too unique.

"Kamui" is perfectly suited to carry out his plan.

In this way, Madara Uchiha wouldn't have to worry about Obito causing trouble, only to die due to insufficient strength.

After all, the strong ninjas in the Shinobi World were nothing but trash to him.

But for Obito, it's probably not that simple.

Even with his personal instruction, Obito might not have reached his level.

He was a man who, in the extremely competitive environment of the Warring States Era, was able to rival Hashirama the Shinobi World.

"Enough with the nonsense, Madara."

Obito spoke, his tone impatient.

Tell me, what is the real "Infinite Tsukuyomi"?

Obito desperately needed to know how to carry out this plan.

Madara Uchiha looked at him.

"Therefore, from now on, Obito Uchiha is dead."

Then, Madara Uchiha stood up shakily.

He raised his hand and placed it on Obito's shoulder.

"Now, only 'Ban' is alive."

Madara Uchiha's Sharingan spun, the three Tomoe in his crimson pupils rotating continuously.

The surrounding darkness began to fade.

Obito felt a powerful Eye Power surge into his consciousness, pulling his spirit away from the Graveyard of Mountains.

The cave before us transformed into a white light, which spread and filled the entire field of vision, eventually condensing into a pure white void.

Between.

There was nothing there.

There is no sky, no earth, no walls, and no end.

There was only an endless expanse of white, like a canvas that had not yet been painted with anything.

Madara Uchiha stood in front of him.

No longer the gaunt old man he once was, in this Genjutsu world constructed by his Eye Power, his body has returned to its peak condition.

His black hair was draped over his shoulders, his face was angular, and he was tall.

"I will be here to impart to you all that I have learned in my life."

Madara Uchiha's voice echoed in this white space.

"The Six Paths Technique, the Forbidden Jutsu of the Uchiha Clan, the use of Yin-Yang Release, and -- the Infinite Tsukuyomi."

"Let's begin."

Madara Uchiha spoke.

Madara Uchiha nodded slightly.

Then he began to tell his story.

It begins with the legend of the Sage of Six Paths, and the Rabbit Goddess.

He even told Obito about the method for awakening the Sharingan of the Uchiha Clan, from the Three-Tomoe to the Mangekyō and then to the Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan.

While the two were both in the Genjutsu space, the White Zetsu were whispering among themselves.

"That brat named Obito looks different than before."

"Shh, don't say that. Lord Madara doesn't like us talking about these things."

On the other side.

Suddenly, some text popped up in Qingyu's field of vision.

[Collectible trait detected: Obito's space-time talent]

[B-Rank Trait: Obito's Space-Time Talent]

[Effect: Increases comprehension of space-time Ninjutsu by 100%.]

[Crafting: Defeating Obito will upgrade the trait to a higher level.]

[Collectible trait detected: Uchiha Eye Power]

[B-Rank Trait: Uchiha Eye Power]

[Effect: Increases Eye Power by 60%]

[Synthesis: Obtaining Obito's flesh and blood cells will upgrade the trait to a higher level.]

"I thought it didn't have any special traits anymore."

Qingyu breathed a sigh of relief.

"Let's go back first."

Qingyu spoke to the others.

"Um."

Rin Nohara nodded.

She wanted to follow Qingyu, but found herself lacking strength.

Seeing this, Qingyu squatted down and let Rin Nohara go up.

"Lin, go upstairs."

Hyuga Ginka opened her mouth.

This will definitely allow us to get back faster.

Rin Nohara hesitated for a moment before nodding, then leaned against Qingyu's back.

Qingyu supported Rin Nohara's peach-like buttocks and carried her on his back.

"I'll take Lin back first, you guys hurry up and follow me."

After Qingyu finished speaking, she took Rin Nohara and left first.

Several hours later.

Campsite.

Qingyu placed Rin Nohara in her own Camp Tent.

Today's battle and the sealing of the Tailed Beasts have taken a toll on her; she needs a good rest.

Qingyu went out to prepare some dinner.

When he was ready to go to Rin Nohara's Camp Tent, he heard soft sobbing coming from inside.

He lifted the curtain and went inside.

Rin Nohara sat on the bed, her knees curled up to her chest, her arms wrapped around her calves, and her face buried in her knees.

Her shoulders were trembling slightly, and her short brown hair fell down, obscuring her face.

Rin Nohara feeling a little sad right now.

Those medical-nin who died.

Her companions who were sent to the Land of Grass with her, those who washed bandages together, prepared medicine together, and laughed and talked together by the campfire late at night in the Medical Unit, are now gone.

Qingyu walked up to her and sat down beside her.

Qingyu reached out and placed her palm on her back.

Rin Nohara's shoulders trembled slightly, then she looked up at Qingyu who had entered.

Rin Nohara's eyes were red, and there were tear stains on her face.

"Qingyu."

Her voice was hoarse.

They're all dead.

"I know."

Qingyu nodded.

"I'm just too weak."

Rin Nohara lowered her head, her voice even softer.

"If I had discovered those Kirigakure Ninjas sooner, if I had been stronger, they wouldn't have—"

It's not your fault.

Qingyu reached out and pulled her closer to him.

Rin Nohara leaned on his shoulder, her shoulder trembling slightly.

Tears silently soaked Qingyu's vest.

Qingyu wrapped one arm around her back and placed the other hand on the back of her head, gently comforting her.

It's really a bit difficult for Rin Nohara to take on these responsibilities.

After a while, her crying gradually subsided.

Qingyu looked down at her.

Her face was buried in his chest, her breathing was still a little rapid, but she was no longer trembling.

Qingyu slid her hand down from her head and gently patted her back to comfort her.

Rin Nohara trembled slightly as she looked at Qingyu.

She wasn't a clueless girl anymore; naturally, she knew what all this meant.

Rin Nohara's breathing became a little rapid.

Her face began to flush.

She lowered her head, looked at Qingyu's hand on her waist, and her lips moved slightly.

"Qingyu-- "

Rin Nohara desperately needs comfort right now.

Qingyu naturally intended to offer him some words of comfort.

Qingyu's fingers landed on the sealing patterns on her abdomen, carefully checking the stability of the seal.

Rin Nohara's body tensed up instinctively.

She subconsciously mobilized her Chakra and instinctively began to form hand seals.

She looked at Qingyu with some confusion.

Qingyu stopped.

He watched Rin Nohara's reaction.

"Why does Lin seem a little... overly sensitive?"

Qingyu was somewhat surprised.

Was she just too tired today?

Qingyu thought about it carefully.

There are indeed a lot of things to do.

First, he was captured, and then he was stuffed into Tailed Beast.

The Mindscape also contains the battlefield between himself and the Three-Tails, and so on.

If she continued doing this, Qingyu felt she was beginning to mature.

Humans cannot, or at least should not.

Thinking of this, Qingyu withdrew her hand.

"Take a rest today."

I'll come see you again tomorrow.

Rin Nohara raised her head, a moment of confusion flashing in her brown eyes.

For Rin Nohara, this was like a complete halt.

That feeling of something being about to arrive, yet not quite there yet, is what makes it so tantalizing.

But Rin Nohara seemed to realize something, and the blush on her face deepened.

She lowered her head.

"Um."

Her voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz.

Qingyu stood up, walked to the tent flap, and glanced back at her.

Rin Nohara sat on the bed, her short brown hair sticking messily to her face.

Rin Nohara nodded to Qingyu.

Qingyu lifted the tent flap and went outside to wash her hands.

Well, how should I put it?

Rin Nohara and Yūhi Kurenai each have their own unique charm.

The characteristics of the Yūhi Kurenai are its passion and exuberance.

Rin Nohara, on the other hand, is more reserved Yamato fits the image of a Yamato Nadeshiko (ideal Japanese woman).

She realized that her actions today were somewhat rash, but Rin Nohara did not stop her.

"Never mind, I'll go make some soup for Lin."

Qingyu thought for a moment, then his figure flashed.

He needs to use the "Flying Thunder God Technique" to buy the corresponding ingredients in the town.

The next day.

Minato Namikaze finally arrived, albeit belatedly.

A golden figure sped in from afar and stopped at the camp entrance.

His vest was dusty from his journey, and his blond hair was somewhat disheveled from the rush.

He strode into the camp, his gaze sweeping around before settling on Qingyu.

"Qingyu."

Minato Namikaze walked up to him and took a deep breath.

"Sorry I'm late."

Minato Namikaze spoke with remorse.

"I used Flying Thunder God to rush over after I finished my business there, but I still took this long."

"Brother Minato, you're already very fast."

Qingyu shook her head.

"Without you, Konoha's defenses might have collapsed."

After all, Minato Namikaze, who can fly, is always putting out fires everywhere.

They're always helping this or that.

Sometimes they also have to take on the task of transmitting intelligence, making them as busy as spinning tops.

Minato Namikaze looked at him, then he looked at the Camp Tent behind Qingyu.

"What about Lin? How is she?"

Minato Namikaze asked about this.

Rin was his disciple, Obito was also his disciple.

Obito is already dead. If Rin also has some kind of problem, Minato Namikaze feels he has failed in his duty as a teacher.

When Qingyu saw that Minato Namikaze, he didn't even bother to drink any water.

I admired the other person's high moral character.

To be honest, in the original work, Minato Namikaze treated Obito, Rin Nohara, and Kakashi very well.

She's resting inside.

Qingyu flashed and handed a cup of water to Minato Namikaze.

Seeing this, Minato Namikaze relaxed, took the water, and drank a large gulp.

She has Three-Tails inside her.

Qingyu continued.

Minato Namikaze suddenly raised his head, almost spraying water out of his mouth.

"What?"

"The Kirigakure Village sealed the Three-Tails inside her, and the seal was already complete when I arrived."

Qingyu briefly recounted what had happened.

Minato Namikaze's expression changed repeatedly.

Three-Tails Jinchuriki--

Kushina was the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, and she knew very well what Jinchuriki meant.

"I'll reinforce the seal for her first."

Minato Namikaze strode quickly toward the Camp Tent.

"I've reinforced the seal."

Qingyu said.

Minato Namikaze stopped and turned to look at Qingyu.

His gaze lingered on Qingyu's face for a few seconds, then he slowly breathed a sigh of relief.

"It's a good thing it was you who went."

There was a sense of relief mixed with lingering fear in Minato Namikaze's voice.

If it had been someone else who went, and if Qingyu hadn't arrived in time, Lin might already be dead. Even if she wasn't, the rampaging Three-Tails would have completely devoured her.

"I need to report this to the Hokage."

Minato Namikaze said.

I understand.

Qingyu nodded.

Minato Namikaze looked at him, his gaze filled with complex emotions.

Qingyu was more composed and reliable than he had expected.

On the battlefield, in his decisiveness, his protection of his comrades, and his handling of the Tailed Beast seals, Qingyu has demonstrated his ability and sense of responsibility.

His abilities far exceed what one would expect for someone his age.

"I'll be going now."

Minato Namikaze patted Qingyu on the shoulder, then vanished in a flash.

Rin Nohara leaned against the Camp Tent entrance, watching as Minato Namikaze disappeared, her expression somewhat sad.

"It's because of me again."

She whispered.

"We even had Minato-sensei make the trip."

He's your teacher, so he won't find it troublesome.

Qingyu walked to her side.

Rin Nohara was silent for a moment, then nodded slightly.

That night.

Qingyu went to see Rin Nohara specifically.

A small lamp was lit in her Camp Tent, casting a Kakkō shadow on the tent wall.

Rin Nohara sat on the edge of the bed, holding a cup of hot water in her hands, her short hair loose, revealing her fair neck.

"Qingyu."

She was somewhat surprised to see Qingyu come in.

Why are you here?

I just came to see you.

Qingyu sat down next to her.

Rin Nohara lowered her head.

She was still feeling down, and the images of her dead comrades lingered in her mind.

After Qingyu entered, she began to examine Rin Nohara's body.

The Chakra of Tailed Beasts can corrode human cells.

Fortunately, the Jinchuriki's innate regenerative abilities have successfully healed all his hidden injuries.

This made Qingyu think that Tailed Beasts were quite convenient.

Tailed Beasts below the Ten-Tails are essentially useless as charging stations in high-level matches.

"I'm fine, Qingyu- kun."

Rin Nohara spoke.

"There's really nothing wrong now, and Lin, your cultivation of the 'Yin Seal' should progress even faster in the future."

Qingyu mentioned this point.

Upon hearing this, Rin Nohara's worried expression finally softened into one of joy.

If she successfully masters the "Yin Seal," her Medical Ninjutsu will become even more powerful and have greater endurance.

This way, more ninjas in need can be helped.

This pleased Rin Nohara.

Even though her companions have passed away, she will continue on their journey to heal more people.

Seeing that Rin Nohara was in a much better mood, Qingyu pressed on, comforting her as well.

After being comforted for a while, Rin Nohara's mood improved significantly.

Seeing this, Qingyu's hands began to wander again.

Rin Nohara's breathing became a little rapid.

She looked up at Qingyu, her brown eyes filled with panic and shyness.

There was also a vague expectation that arose because of the previous setback.

Rin Nohara could even feel her skin burning.

Seeing Rin Nohara's increasingly dazed face, Qingyu couldn't help but feel the urge to tease her.

That's all for today.

Qingyu spoke.

He plans to take Rin Nohara to a nice place tomorrow.

There was something rather unpleasant about this Camp Tent.

Even with the protective barrier he set up, it still felt somewhat rudimentary.

In other words, Yūhi Kurenai's Camp Tent is better than Rin Nohara's current Camp Tent.

Because the camp had been attacked, the Camp Tents now used are makeshift and makeshift.

"Rest well today, Lin. I'll take you to a fun place tomorrow."

Rin Nohara looked at him, her expression a mixture of resentment and embarrassment.

She felt like a completely different person whenever she was around Qingyu.

All principles and girlish modesty vanished.

Qingyu stood up and gently patted her head.

Get a good night's sleep.

"Um."

Rin Nohara nodded.

"But can we go out?"

"I possess the 'Flying Thunder God Technique,' which no one else knows about. I can simply leave a Shadow Clone here."

Qingyu told Rin Nohara not to worry.

"All right."

Rin Nohara had no choice but to agree to Qingyu's suggestion.

The thought of Qingyu taking her out tomorrow transformed Rin Nohara's slight resentment into delight.

Isn't this just what a romantic getaway for two?

Even Yūhi Kurenai probably didn't receive this kind of treatment.

While Rin Nohara was lost in thought, Qingyu turned and walked out.