Naruto: Character Template, Starting as Six Paths Sasuke
Chapter 21

Hahahaha! My Uchiha Clan Still Has Delicious Cooking Skills

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After leaving her three shadow clones behind, Uchiha Ruri flickered and returned to the estate of the surviving Uchiha Clan.

At this moment, she had already shifted back from her Six Paths Sasuke form into her original appearance as a beautiful young girl.

The appearance of the original Ruri was truly that of a refined young lady—beautiful and noble, leaving an unforgettable impression at first sight.

She stood in the courtyard of the estate, feeling the cool breeze brush against her cheeks, and an inexplicable sense of emotion welled up in her heart.

Recalling the transformation she had just used to pay a visit to the Akatsuki, she couldn't help but smile slightly, feeling as though she had indirectly exploited a bug.

Her shadow clones could continue to utilize the power of Six Paths Sasuke, while she herself could move freely within Konoha and continue to chat and communicate with those clones.

Thinking of this, Ruri immediately opened the System Chat Group. There were four people in the chat group: Hanabi, Rin, Satoru, and herself.

Their avatars were photos of their respective original selves, which looked quite interesting.

Except for Rin, whose appearance had become slightly more flamboyant, the avatars of the others were quite normal.

Ruri looked at the chat history and found that Hanabi and Rin were having a heated discussion about a certain topic, while Rin remained silent as always.

She smiled slightly and began to type on the system's virtual keyboard: "I have returned to the village; you all just continue with your own missions. The current stage of the plot is still too early, and the protagonist team is still several years away from graduating from the ninja academy. We don't need to rush; steady progress is the key. Keep in touch and report your progress at any time."

Her words were concise and clear, without any unnecessary nonsense or descriptions.

Every message hit the point, making it easy to understand at a glance. She knew that at this critical moment, clear and explicit communication was more important than anything else.

After sending the message, she leaned back in the chair in the training room and took a deep breath.

A thought stirred in Ruri's mind, and she decided to go see what Uchiha Sasuke was doing.

After all, she had always been full of curiosity about this genius boy of the Uchiha Clan.

She left the training room on tiptoe and pushed open the door; the scene before her eyes surprised her slightly.

She saw Sasuke standing alone in the training ground, holding shuriken, practicing with complete focus.

His movements were agile and swift, and every throw hit the target with unerring accuracy.

Ruri could tell that Sasuke had already reached a considerably high level in shurikenjutsu.

At the very least, he had the air of a big brother among the elementary students at the ninja academy.

Ruri concluded that he was the king of elementary school shuriken.

Ruri stood quietly to the side, not disturbing Sasuke's practice. She carefully observed Sasuke's movements and expressions, trying to peek into his inner world.

She discovered that Sasuke was extremely focused while practicing, as if the whole world consisted only of him and his shuriken. This focus and persistence made Ruri feel a sense of admiration.

Uchiha Sasuke sensed that his sister had arrived and immediately stopped his training, wiping away his sweat.

"Sister Ruri, how is your body recovering?" Sasuke asked with concern as he ran over. His face was filled with worry, and his deep black eyes revealed his profound care for his sister.

Ruri looked at Sasuke's concerned gaze, and a warm current surged in her heart.

She smiled gently and said, "I'm much better, Sasuke. Don't worry."

Sasuke breathed a slight sigh of relief upon hearing Ruri's words. However, he still said uneasily, "The Konoha medical team just brought back some medicine, saying it would help your body recover. You still need to rest more and not push yourself."

Ruri nodded; she knew that Sasuke was genuinely concerned for her health. Looking at Sasuke's firm gaze, she couldn't help but feel moved. She gently patted Sasuke on the shoulder and said, "Thank you, Sasuke. I know you're doing this for my own good. I will rest well, so don't worry."

Sasuke looked at Ruri's gentle gaze, and the worry in his heart eased slightly.

He knew that Sister Ruri had always been strong and could bravely face any difficulty she encountered.

However, he had seen with his own eyes that Itachi Uchiha had indeed caused some damage to her body last night.

As her younger brother, he needed to care for her and look after her more, especially since they were the only two left of the Uchiha Clan.

Sasuke wanted to say something more to express his concern for Sister Ruri, but just then, a growl suddenly came from his stomach, breaking the warm atmosphere.

He touched his stomach in embarrassment, a sheepish smile appearing on his face.

"Uh, it seems I'm hungry," Sasuke said, feeling a bit shy.

He had originally wanted to chat with Ruri for a while longer, but the hunger in his stomach forced him to find something to eat first.

Ruri looked at Sasuke's awkward appearance and couldn't help but laugh. She thought Sasuke looked very cute like this, just like a little child.

She said gently, "Go on, Sasuke, go find something to eat. Don't let yourself go hungry."

Sasuke nodded and turned to walk toward the kitchen. He entered the kitchen and found it spacious and bright, fully equipped with all kinds of cooking utensils.

There were several pots on the stove, and the lingering scent of food remained in them, as if telling him that someone had cooked a meal there not long ago.

Sasuke looked around and suddenly discovered several strange books on the table, which made him freeze for a moment. "Huh? When did these things appear in the kitchen?"

He muttered to himself, as in his memory, these books had never appeared in the kitchen before.

He walked closer and saw the titles written in large characters: "Four Steps to One Dish for Beginners!" and "How to Use the Sharingan to Make Better Meals?".

Sasuke was instantly speechless. Who put these here? Did they want him to learn how to cook?

Sasuke couldn't help but complain, "What the hell are these books? I, the great Uchiha Sasuke, actually have to read books like this to learn how to cook? Are you kidding me?"

He felt that he was a genius ninja; how could he possibly need such books to guide him in cooking?

However, when he opened one of the books, he couldn't help but be drawn in by the content.

The book detailed how to make delicious dishes with the simplest steps, and it was also accompanied by vivid illustrations and practical techniques. As Sasuke read on, he couldn't help but start to ponder it seriously.

"Huh? This step seems quite interesting; I might as well give it a try." Sasuke muttered to himself before setting to work. He followed the instructions in the book step by step, and before long, the kitchen was filled with an enticing aroma.

"I didn't realize I was actually quite talented!" Sasuke tasted a bite of the meal he had prepared himself.

At this moment, Liuli was wandering near the Uchiha Residence, carefully scanning the surroundings to see if there were any valuables or furniture left behind that she could take.

However, she discovered that this once-familiar residence had become completely hollowed out; almost everything of value had already been cleared away.

A sense of disappointment welled up in Liuli's heart, and she grumbled, "Did that old man Third Hokage really move everything worth a damn? Damn it, not even leaving a scrap for anyone else."

Unwilling to give up, she continued her search, hoping to find something that had been overlooked.

Just then, Liuli suddenly remembered something. "Oh no, those books are still in the kitchen!"

Liuli stopped mid-stride, a realization dawning on her, and she couldn't help but curse under her breath.

Those books—the Beginner's Kitchen Secrets she had purchased not long ago.

They weren't ordinary cookbooks, but specialized manuals for beginners, detailing various recipes and cooking techniques, even incorporating the unique One-Tomoe Sharingan of the Uchiha Clan.

For someone like Sasuke who had never stepped foot in a kitchen, these books were undoubtedly his lifeline for learning to cook.

Yet, it was precisely because of these books that Liuli worried Sasuke might discover her little secret—that she had secretly prepared meals for him in the past, hoping he would get to taste her handiwork.

Liuli could already imagine the awkward and helpless expression on Sasuke's face when he discovered them.

She knew she wasn't a natural in the kitchen, but she had taken those books, which was why she had specifically studied the stir-frying secrets.

Liuli rushed to the kitchen door and saw Sasuke activating his One-Tomoe Sharingan, leaving her stunned and curious.

It was her first time seeing the wonders of the Sharingan, but she had never seen Sasuke use it in person, let alone for something as humorous as using such a powerful ocular jutsu to stir-fry in a kitchen.

Liuli stood at the doorway, quietly observing Sasuke's movements. His gaze had become exceptionally deep, as if he could perceive the very essence of all things. He stared intently at the cookbooks, as if trying to extract hidden mysteries from between the lines.

Liuli knew clearly that Sasuke was not a person skilled in cooking.

Standing outside the kitchen, Liuli widened her eyes, staring at the several dishes laid out on the table that were perfect in color, aroma, and taste; she simply couldn't believe her eyes.

She couldn't help but exclaim, "Holy crap, that's insane! He actually made several dishes? Is this Uchiha genius some kind of all-around hexagonal warrior?"

Her voice was filled with surprise and teasing, as if to say, "My god, this genius of the Uchiha family isn't just a combat expert; he's a culinary master too! Is he some kind of omnipotent hexagonal warrior?"

Liuli's humorous remark seemed to lighten the atmosphere. As she spoke, she walked into the kitchen, ready to properly taste Sasuke's handiwork.

Looking at the dishes, Liuli couldn't help but sigh: this Sasuke was truly full of surprises. She had once thought that people of the Uchiha family were only interested in fighting and knew nothing of life. But now, it seemed she was completely wrong. Sasuke wasn't just an excellent ninja; he was someone who understood how to live.

Liuli picked up her chopsticks, plucked a piece of meat, and put it into her mouth; she immediately felt her taste buds enveloped by a wonderful flavor.

She couldn't help but close her eyes, savoring the taste. When she opened them, she found Sasuke looking at her with an expectant expression.

"How is it? Is it good?" Sasuke asked.

Liuli nodded and said with a smile, "It's delicious, Sasuke. You did a great job."

"By the way, Big Sister Liuli, where did those books come from?"

Sasuke ran over to the table and curiously picked up one of the books.

He flipped through it quickly, but suddenly, his movements stopped, his eyes locked onto one of the pages.

An indescribable expression appeared on his face—a mix of surprise, confusion, and a struggle to hold back a laugh.

Liuli noticed Sasuke's odd behavior, followed his gaze, and saw the cover of the book.

On the cover, the image of Madara Uchiha was vivid and lifelike; he was laughing heartily with his mouth wide open, holding a spatula as if stir-frying. Even more eye-catching was the fact that his Sharingan was activated while he cooked.

Beside him, Izuna was waiting with an expectant look, his eyes bright and sharp, as if saying, "Look, this is my Nii-san! Not only can he fight, he can cook! He's practically omnipotent!"

Liuli's heart was in turmoil. She tried to maintain a calm expression, but the corners of her mouth couldn't help but twitch upward.

Such a cover was truly bizarre! She had never seen such an interesting book, so it was no wonder Sasuke was so surprised.

Sasuke was already blushing from holding back his laughter, but his eyes betrayed him.

He looked up at Liuli, seeking some resonance, only to find that Liuli was also struggling to keep a straight face.

"Big Sister Liuli, who is this on the cover of this book? He looks so fierce."

Sasuke asked curiously while flipping through the book. His fingers gently brushed the pages, his eyes revealing a sense of curiosity and exploration toward the unknown.

Hearing this, Liuli shifted her gaze from the kitchen stove to the book in Sasuke's hands.

She glanced at the cover, a smile appearing on her face. The figure on the cover was none other than the legendary powerhouse of the Uchiha ClanMadara Uchiha.

His image was rendered with striking realism, the unique glow of the Sharingan seemingly flickering in his eyes, and his crazed smile made the whole thing feel even more amusing.

"Big sister here doesn't know who he is either, but you just need to know that he's very strong," Liuli said feignedly, a mysterious smile on her face. Her tone carried a hint of evasion, as if she didn't want to dwell on the subject.

Sasuke frowned slightly; he sensed that Liuli wasn't telling the whole truth.

However, he didn't give up on questioning, as he was filled with curiosity about the figure on the cover.

"Strong? How strong?" Sasuke tried to press further, his tone carrying a hint of inquiry.

He wanted to understand the true strength of this person and know just how large the gap was between them.

Liuli looked at Sasuke's serious expression and couldn't help but find it funny.

She knew that Sasuke was someone with an extreme pursuit of strength; he would never be satisfied with the status quo and always wanted to challenge himself and surpass his limits.

"Hmm, how should I put it? His strength is truly outrageously powerful, an existence beyond compare." Liuli thought for a moment, offering a description that was both vague and hyperbolic.

She knew that such a description wouldn't allow Sasuke to truly grasp that person's strength, but at the very least, it could give him some imagination and anticipation regarding that world.

Listening to Liuli's description, a surge of yearning and desire welled up in Sasuke's heart. He imagined the law of the jungle in that world where the strong reigned supreme, imagining that one day he, too, could stand at the pinnacle of that world, looking down upon all living things.

However, Liuli did not let Sasuke continue to immerse himself in such unrealistic fantasies.

She shook her head gently and said, "That is not the point."

Hearing this, Sasuke was momentarily stunned. He looked at Liuli, somewhat puzzled, wanting to know what exactly she was trying to express.

Watching Sasuke's confused expression, Liuli couldn't help but feel a sense of helplessness.

She knew that her previous description might have caused Sasuke some misunderstandings, leading him to mistakenly believe that that world was the goal he should truly pursue. But in reality, that world was far too distant from them; what they should be focusing on now was the immediate reality and the path ahead.

"Sasuke, I know you have a high pursuit of strength, but you must understand that a true powerhouse does not blindly chase power, but is instead able to correctly utilize their own strength to protect themselves and others." Liuli's voice turned serious; she hoped Sasuke could truly understand her meaning. "Although that world is filled with temptations and challenges, it also holds countless dangers and traps. What you should be doing now is working hard to improve your strength, but at the same time, you must keep a clear head and not be deceived by illusory fantasies."

Listening to Liuli's words, Sasuke felt a warmth spread through his heart.

"Big Sister Liuli, I..." Sasuke wanted to say something, but found he didn't know how to begin.

"Let's eat first; I haven't tasted your cooking yet." Liuli smiled, interrupting Sasuke's train of thought and pulling his attention back to the reality before them.

Hearing this, Sasuke immediately snapped back to his senses. He glanced at the dishes on the table, which were excellent in color, aroma, and taste, and couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation.

It was his first time trying his hand at cooking, and the fact that Big Sister Liuli would get to taste it made him very happy.

"Alright, let's eat first." Sasuke replied.

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