In Konoha: Starting with three choices

The windows were tightly shut, and the door was closed too, making the room feel like a sealed chamber.

"How long has your father been like this?"

"He's been like this ever since he came back!" Kakashi-sensei answered.

"Has he eaten?"

"No!" Kakashi shook his head.

Liuyun sighed, planted both hands against the long-closed doors, and pushed them open.

The sight that greeted them sent a chill through both him and Kakashi.

Hatake Sakumo was holding a short sword in both hands, its blade already aimed at his own throat.

Holy shit! Liuyun cursed inwardly. His Sharingan activated instantly, sending a torrent of concentrated mental energy into Sakumo's mind.

Hatake Sakumo's clear eyes went blank in an instant.

"What are you standing around for? Take that blade away from your father!"

Liuyun smacked Kakashi on the head.

He could have taken it himself, but he didn't want to. This was a perfect excuse to smack Kakashi.

He would do it again whenever he got the chance. He had been sick of this show-off ever since watching Naruto.

Kakashi snapped out of his daze and hurried over to snatch the short blade from Hatake Sakumo's hands.

Then he searched the room. Only after confirming there were no other sharp objects did he finally relax.

"Lord Liuyun, I've checked the room. There aren't any other sharp weapons!"

Smack! Liuyun's palm landed on Kakashi's head again, and he spoke with feigned displeasure.

"What's this 'Lord Liuyun' business? We know each other so well already. Call me big brother Liuyun!"

Excitement shone in Kakashi's little dark eyes. "Big brother Liuyun!" he said happily.

"Mm! Good boy!" Liuyun nodded and snapped his fingers. The blank look in Hatake Sakumo's eyes gradually faded.

He immediately noticed Liuyun and Kakashi standing before him and gave a bitter