In that instant, Uzuki Yugao felt a little better in every way. Both her Chakra and her physical strength had improved.
She was delighted. Now she could pursue Uchiha Yin openly and improve her abilities at the same time.
It really was something to be happy about.
The system's voice continued in her mind. "New side quest: Get a hug from Uchiha Yin!"
"Reward: All Attributes +1!"
"Penalty: Uchiha Yin will come to despise you!"
Uzuki Yugao had no strength left to protest the system's penalty. She could only accept it with a helpless look.
She imagined herself in Uchiha Yin's arms, her expression turning dreamy. Then she immediately used the Body Flicker Technique and returned home.
Meanwhile, Uchiha Yin hurried home to find Kurotsuchi asleep on the sofa, exhaustion written all over her face.
Guilt washed over him. If he had come back earlier, she could have rested properly in her room.
Chapter 549: Finished Ahead of Time
He gently picked Kurotsuchi up and carried her toward her room.
She was young and sleeping soundly, but she was still a ninja. She soon woke up.
She stiffened and tried to break free of his arms.
But Uchiha Yin was a seasoned fighter. Few people could match his agility or reflexes.
The moment Kurotsuchi moved, he shifted his arm in the same direction.
He kept her securely in his arms and asked helplessly, "What are you doing?"
Only then did Kurotsuchi come fully awake and see that Uchiha Yin was holding her.
She rubbed her eyes, her face lighting up. "Master Yin, you're back."
After a brief pause, she turned her face toward his chest.
"I was worried you'd be hungry when you got back," she mumbled, "so I left some food for you in the kitchen. If you're hungry,