A Brief Moment of Happiness

Little Sasuke happily took the kunai from Kakashi's hand and excitedly fiddled with it.

Just then, a delighted voice rang out.

"Kakashi, what are you doing here?"

Kakashi turned around and saw a tiny figure nestling up beside him. He simply scooped him up.

"Hahaha, Kakashi, what are you doing?"

The one Kakashi had lifted was little Naruto. Though he sounded somewhat reproachful, his heart was already bursting with joy.

Did Kakashi come all this way just to pick me up from school?

This was the first time anyone had ever come to pick him up from school!

Every day, seeing his other classmates being picked up by someone, little Naruto had actually felt quite lonely. He had just always been too embarrassed to mention it to Kakashi.

Kakashi placed Naruto on his shoulders and said with a smile, "Hahaha, of course I came to pick you up from school."

Little Naruto happily waved wildly at everyone around him, whether he knew them or not. Did you see that? I, Naruto Uzumaki, am a kid someone comes to pick up too!

Itachi Uchiha looked at Kakashi and met his gaze for two seconds. Masaka...

You're a little-brother fanatic too!

Kakashi and Itachi Uchiha each led a child down the street when Kakashi suddenly suggested, "Itachi, let's go buy some dango together."

Kakashi released Naruto's little hand, turned around, and gestured to the three of them. "You know, the three-colored dango. Sweet and delicious."

"Yeah, yeah!" little Naruto immediately agreed.

Little Sasuke turned his head to look at his brother, his eyes carrying a trace of anticipation as well.

"Nii-san..."

It was not that little Sasuke particularly wanted to eat dango. His brother was usually far too busy, and being able to spend a little more time with him was enough.

"Ah, sure..."

Since his immediate superior had spoken, Itachi naturally had no reason to refuse.

Besides, he had a secret hidden deep in his heart—three-colored dango was his favorite!

The four of them headed to the dango shop together, and Kakashi took the initiative to treat everyone.

As he watched Kakashi bring over dango for everyone from the stall, Itachi Uchiha's gaze grew somewhat unfocused.

What kind of person was the man before him, exactly?

He could take another person's life without even blinking, yet he could also buy dango for children by the roadside.

He had clearly endured the most painful darkness, yet he could still pass the warmth within him on to those around him.

What a contradictory existence.

"Itachi, what are you spacing out for?" Kakashi waved a hand in front of Itachi's eyes in confusion. "Your dango."

"Ah, sorry, Lord Kakashi."

Itachi reached out and accepted the dango. Looking at the happy Sasuke, he said sincerely, "Thank you, Lord Kakashi."

"Why so polite? You don't need to be so reserved."

Kakashi pointed at little Sasuke and said, "Looks like you rarely have time to spend with the little guy. Since we happened to run into each other today, I'll give you half the day off. Let's stroll around the streets together."

"Yeah, yeah!"

Naruto was once again the first to cheer, followed by Sasuke joining in.

Itachi Uchiha fondly patted Sasuke's head. "Then thank you, Kakashi... sir."

"Well, no need to be polite. With someone skipping work alongside me, I can do it with a clear conscience," Kakashi said with a smile.

The four continued wandering aimlessly through the streets. Both Kakashi and Itachi enjoyed this peaceful feeling; staying in the ANBU for too long truly made people feel stifled.

This brief stretch of tranquility was so beautiful.

Little Naruto and little Sasuke followed behind the two, chatting as they walked.

"Sasuke, I didn't expect your brother to know Kakashi, and they seem to be pretty close too."

Little Naruto said, "Since that's the case, how about we become friends too?"

Though Sasuke was still young, he was still that proud and prickly Sasuke.

"Who wants to be friends with an idiot like you... I'll have to think about it first."

"Hmph, you stuck-up Sasuke!"

Naruto did not have a bad personality, and his brother got along so well with Sasuke's brother. Sasuke actually wanted to become friends with him, but he was just being tsundere about it.

And perhaps if he became friends with Naruto, Nii-san would often come with Lord Kakashi to pick him and Naruto up. Then he would get to see Nii-san more often!

After seeing Itachi Uchiha Clan and Sasuke back to the Uchiha Clan, Kakashi took Naruto back to Naruto's home.

At the door, little Naruto hugged Kakashi and said, "Kakashi, can you stay home with me tonight?"

"Okay."

Seeing the anticipation in Naruto's eyes, how could Kakashi possibly say no?

"Yay! Today was so much fun!" little Naruto cheered.

"Kakashi, how about you teach me ninjutsu? You must be an amazing ninja, right?"

Kakashi smiled. "Hahaha, I'm decent enough."

He greatly enjoyed little Naruto's flattery.

"What should I teach you... Ah, got it!"

Kakashi smacked his forehead, and inspiration immediately struck. "I'll teach you a ninjutsu that grows stronger against the strong. Even the strongest in the Shinobi World would be intimidated by its power."

"Okay, okay, I'll learn that one!"

Little Naruto's eyes sparkled. He absolutely had to learn such a powerful ninjutsu!

Kakashi said with a solemn expression, "This ninjutsu is extremely destructive. Once you learn it, you must never use it carelessly. It could lead to serious consequences."

"Don't worry, Kakashi. I promise I won't use it carelessly," little Naruto said, patting his chest.

"Mm... This technique is called—Sexy Jutsu!"

Little Naruto was stunned. "S-Sexy Jutsu? Why does that name sound so improper?"

"Well, never mind whether it's proper or not. As long as it works. I'll demonstrate it first, so watch carefully."

Kakashi formed hand seals. "Sexy Jutsu!"

"Poof!"

A cloud of smoke flashed past, and then a silver-haired woman with waist-length hair, exquisite features, and a voluptuous figure appeared in the room.

Her waist was slender enough to fit in one hand, but the places that were supposed to be large were anything but small. Her pair of long, straight, fair legs were especially eye-catching.

"Come on, Naruto, give it a try."

The woman's voice was soft and seductive, making one feel tingly all over.

Little Naruto scratched his head. "All right then, Kakashi."

"Sexy Jutsu!"

Little Naruto formed hand seals, and his entire body instantly vanished, replaced by a blonde woman.

The blonde woman's figure was no less impressive than the silver-haired woman's, but she had the face of a little girl, combining innocence and temptation in one.

Kakashi thought to himself, Naruto truly was worthy of being the creator of the Sexy Jutsu. The first time he used it, it was already this terrifying.

Hokage's Office.

The Third Hokage had just used the Telescope Technique to see what Naruto was doing, and his nosebleed sprayed a full half meter away.