Su Yu left the compound of the Hyuga Clan.
He arrived at the residence of Yakushi Kabuto and knocked on the door.
Not long after.
Yakushi Kabuto opened the door.
"Su Yu-kun, is there something you need?"
"Senior Yakushi Kabuto, among the Genin who have come to participate in the Chunin Exams, I have discovered someone suspected to be a member of the Uzumaki Clan," Su Yu whispered.
"What did you say?" Yakushi Kabuto was taken aback.
"I can sense the aura on her; it feels very familiar," Su Yu said earnestly.
"You want me to take her away?" Yakushi Kabuto realized his intent instantly.
"Yes, she is a member of Kusagakure and will likely be eliminated during the Chunin Exams. When that happens, dealing with a Kusagakure Jonin—I believe that with your strength, Senior Yakushi Kabuto, it should be no problem," Su Yu nodded.
Yakushi Kabuto fell silent.
The Uzumaki Clan was indeed a rare bloodline; if he could bring her back, she would certainly be useful.
However, if he acted on his own initiative, he might disrupt the plans of Orochimaru.
"Senior Yakushi Kabuto, I beg of you." Su Yu produced a thick envelope.
Seeing this, Yakushi Kabuto paused.
He then took the envelope.
"Very well, I will do you this favor. Once the Chunin Exams conclude, you and she will leave Konoha with me."
"Thank you, Senior Yakushi Kabuto." Su Yu bowed excitedly.
"Don't mention it. By the way, Lord Orochimaru said your strength is formidable, so there is no need for you to undergo testing. You can rest easy until the Chunin Exams are over," Yakushi Kabuto said, adjusting his glasses.
"Senior Yakushi Kabuto, once we leave Konoha, I would like to head to the Land of Waves. There is an Ice Release ninja there, as well as the rogue ninja from Kirigakure, Zabuza. I believe we could recruit them, or perhaps establish some form of cooperation. When I contacted them last time, I used the name of Lord Orochimaru," Su Yu suddenly added.
"Su Yu-kun, you have done well. I will leave the task of recruiting them to you," Yakushi Kabuto said approvingly.
"Understood. Then I shall take my leave," Su Yu smiled, turned, and walked away.
Yakushi Kabuto glanced around before closing the door.
He opened the envelope, looked at the money inside, and nodded with satisfaction.
Although ninjas are rarely short on cash, he would never refuse money that was delivered right to his doorstep.
As the sun began to set.
Hinata Hyuga arrived at Su Yu's home.
She brought some ingredients and began preparing dinner.
Su Yu sat in the living room, reading a book.
When dinner was ready.
Hinata Hyuga brought the meal over to the low table.
Seeing Su Yu reading, she curiously leaned in to take a look.
In an instant, her face turned bright red, and she lowered her head in embarrassment.
"This is a book written by one of the Sannin of Konoha, Lord Jiraiya. I thought there might be some profound secrets inside, but I didn't expect it to be all this," Su Yu said, setting the book aside.
"Su Yu-kun, you... you shouldn't read books like that..." Hinata Hyuga's voice was very soft.
"I shouldn't? Why?" Su Yu feigned confusion as he looked at Hinata Hyuga.
"This... this kind of book... it's not good." Hinata Hyuga's face was flushed with color.
"But I enjoy reading it, is that not allowed?" Su Yu took hold of Hinata Hyuga's small hand.
Hinata Hyuga turned her head away.
Her face was burning.
"Once I finish reading this, I'll know exactly how to bully a cute little fool like you," Su Yu whispered into her ear.
Hinata Hyuga shivered and covered her face.
Su Yu laughed, released her hand, and looked at the dinner.
He took a taste and looked at Hinata Hyuga.
"The dinner is delicious, thank you."
"Y-you're welcome."
Hinata Hyuga's voice was barely a whisper.
Su Yu began to focus on eating his dinner.
Hinata Hyuga snuck a glance at him, and seeing the smile on Su Yu's face, she felt a sweet warmth in her heart.
After dinner.
Hinata Hyuga began to clear the dishes.
Su Yu headed toward the bathroom.
Having finished cleaning up, Hinata Hyuga went to Su Yu's room and waited for him in silence.
Before she left, Hyuga Hiashi had told her that she did not need to return home tonight.
This left her feeling both shy and expectant.
Less than half an hour passed.
The sound of footsteps approached.
Hinata Hyuga lowered her small head, her heart racing.
Su Yu walked to the bedside, picked up a bag, and placed it in front of Hinata Hyuga.
"This is a yukata I bought for you. Go and try it on."
Hinata Hyuga raised her small head, her face flushed with a deep crimson.
She then stood up, took the bag, and walked toward the bathroom.
Su Yu poured a cup of hot tea and gazed at the twinkling stars outside.
A long while passed.
"I... I'm sorry to have kept you waiting," Hinata Hyuga's voice sounded.
Su Yu turned to look at Hinata Hyuga.
She was wearing a pure white yukata adorned with cherry blossoms, her flushed little face looking incredibly adorable.
"It's about time to rest." Su Yu stood up and closed the door.
Hinata Hyuga pulled back the covers, glanced at Su Yu as he prepared to turn off the lights, and slipped into the bed.
Su Yu smiled and switched off the light.
He walked to the other side of the bed, lifted a corner of the quilt, and climbed in.
Once he had settled down, the room fell instantly silent.
In such a quiet space.
For a moment, only the sound of their two heartbeats remained.
Hinata Hyuga's heart was beating very fast; it was clear she was nervous, shy, and perhaps even a little expectant.
Su Yu reached out and slowly took hold of Hinata Hyuga's small hand.
"Get some rest, don't overthink things. I won't bully you."
As soon as these words were spoken, Hinata Hyuga's face burned.
"Mm."
Her voice was very soft.
Morning arrived.
Sunlight spilled into the living room.
Su Yu had woken up early and prepared breakfast for two.
He brought the breakfast to the living room just as Hinata Hyuga was waking up.
"Eat while it's hot. Once we're done, we need to head to the Ninja Academy to assemble," Su Yu reminded her.
"I'm sorry, Su Yu-kun. I... I will definitely wake up earlier in the future," Hinata Hyuga apologized.
"Don't worry about such trifles; I wanted you to taste my cooking anyway," Su Yu said softly.
Hinata Hyuga felt a warmth in her heart upon hearing this.
She went to the bathroom, changed back into her clothes, quickly washed up, and sat down at the low table.
She had carefully folded the yukata and placed it in the wardrobe.
Seeing this, Su Yu smiled with a meaningful look in his eyes.
After the two finished breakfast together.
Hinata Hyuga hurried away.
Just as Su Yu had said, today marked the start of the Chunin Exams, and all candidates were required to gather in the classrooms at the Ninja Academy.
This was also his chance to extract an ability.
Su Yu remained unhurried, calculating the time.
He only set off when he felt the moment was right.
Because he was wearing his Anbu gear, he successfully appeared on the wall outside the Chunin Exams classroom.
After confirming the candidates inside with his Byakugan.
Su Yu finally chose to extract an ability.
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining 5% chakra!"
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining 5% chakra!"
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining 5% chakra!"
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining Mind's Eye of the Kagura!"
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining Physical Healing!"
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining Multi-Size Technique!"
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining Eight Inner Gates!"
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining Impure World Reincarnation!"
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining Hell Viewing Technique!"
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining Magnet Release Bloodline!"
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