A Tender Promise to Protect Their Newborn

"Ahem." Uchiha Ying stood on the stage and swept his gaze over the audience. "I'd like to say a few words."

After a brief pause, he continued, "I've watched these two every step of the way. They've faced hardship and suffering, with countless obstacles standing in their path. But through it all, they held on to each other and made it here today. I sincerely hope they keep walking together until the end of their lives."

"Thank you, Lord Hokage."

Hatake Sakumo spoke with heartfelt gratitude, then gently drew the bashful Uchiha Lan closer.

The couple went from guest to guest, raising toasts and accepting everyone's blessings.

Two months later...

Kagami Uchiha paced anxiously outside the operating room. His eyes were full of worry, and every second of waiting felt like agony.

The surgeon leading the operation was Tsunade, the newly appointed head of the medical department. Her skill was renowned throughout the village, but Kagami's heart was still in his throat.

At last, the operating room door opened, and Tsunade emerged, exhausted.

"Tsunade, how's Riko?"

Kagami rushed up to her, his voice trembling.

Tsunade frowned helplessly. "It's bad. She's bleeding heavily and needs a transfusion right away."

"Okay, I'll find someone." Kagami sprinted away.

He hurried to the Hokage Building...

Kagami knocked on the door.

"What is it? Come in." Uchiha Ying's steady voice came from inside.

Kagami pushed the door open. "Ying, do you know anyone with type O blood?"

Ying froze for a moment, then rubbed his forehead. "I have type O."

Hope flashed in Kagami's eyes. He grabbed Ying's arm. "Ying, hurry! Come with me! Riko's hemorrhaging in the operating room. She needs type O blood to save her life!"

Ying sprang to his feet. "Then let's go!"

They raced down the corridor. "Make way! Make