It was this step, combined with Uka's bow, that allowed Senju Maki to see the truth.
The scene before him made the boy, who had secretly read the I, realize something.
Having learned some of the facts, she couldn't help but feel a pang of panic.
In a moment of panic, another glance.
Now she could see clearly, but her previously slightly flushed face turned bright red!
With a slightly dizzy head, she suddenly realized what she should do and quickly said, "Yu- Uka-kun, I'll go and get back to work."
After saying that, he didn't wait for a reply.
She immediately turned around, opened the sliding door, and ran downstairs to the kitchen.
She is already seventeen this year, and she and Uka are indeed engaged.
But... I haven't gotten married, and my mother has told me to.
As a young girl, she didn't have the courage to stay in that room any longer.
If Uka were to act recklessly, she might not be able to... guarantee that she could resist.
After all, he's a guy with a criminal record.
He stole my first kiss during that picnic!
However, no matter how shy or flustered she was...
As she ran out, she didn't forget to close the sliding door behind her to hide what was inside!
Just as she finished dressing, Uka Senju heard a slightly stuttering voice behind her.
Just as he was about to respond, the sound of the sliding door opening and closing repeatedly silenced him.
Somewhat puzzled, he turned to look at the door, which had closed just like before.
Only when he realized he was alone in the room did he understand why Maki was like this.
Slightly embarrassed, he scratched his head and quickly ran to the bathroom to wash away the traces of his sleep.
After being soothed by cold water, the reaction subsided, and they returned to their room.
She took out a set of Chiharu from the wardrobe and changed into the casual outfit she had already put together.
Knowing that it would be awkward for Maki to go down now, he picked up three Ninja Tool Pouch from the wooden table next to him and started organizing the contents!
Having no experience with his first mission, he brought a lot of gear.
This will allow us to take everything out and organize it.
Next time, we won't waste so many Scroll like we did this time!
Before returning, I had already cleared away the debris in the wild once.
So all you need to do is take out the three containers for storing spoils and the one for money.
As for the remaining Scroll various resources, knowledge, and medicines, he simply categorized them.
The Ninja Tool Pouch was reassembled according to requirements.
Of course, the total quantity is not large; it's just based on the usual stock.
After all, they would be living in the ninja village for a period of time, and carrying a large bag would be a typical waste of resources and space.
About half an hour later, he picked up the money Chiharu had left by the bedside, the money he had earned from his mission, and the three spoils of war.
It was put back into the Ninja Tool Pouch that had been neatly arranged and hung on the waist.
Uka Senju pushed open the sliding door and went down the stairs.
Smelling the fragrance that filled the entire first floor, he then remembered that Maki had been wearing an apron earlier!
This discovery complements the flavor at that moment.
He thought to himself that it seemed his previous worry about meals during his vacation could be resolved!
With barely concealed delight in his eyes, he strode towards the kitchen.
I walked through the living room and dining room to the doorway and saw a person inside who seemed flustered and clearly frightened as the food was being cooked.
This familiar scene brought a smile to Uka Senju's face without her noticing.
" Uka-kun, when did you arrive?" As Senju Maki was putting the last stir-fried dish onto a plate and preparing to take it out, she turned around and saw that familiar figure at the door.
Looking into those eyes, I saw the same thing I had when I looked at him.
She couldn't help but cheer herself on for making the decision to learn cooking!
Sure enough, what those books published by wealthy women said made sense.
Uka-kun has three wives; this is an unchangeable fact.
The other two are both highly talented and very strong.
This also means that they all have to work away from home for extended periods of time.
So, if I want to surpass the two of them, what I need to do is not to desperately cultivate and catch up.
Instead, they went in a direction that none of them could do!
They are strong, which is why they spend a lot of time away from home.
I don't have their talent, nor their fighting spirit.
But I can make sure that I'm the first person Uka-kun sees every time he comes back!
The man fought outside and returned home.
One of the things I want most is definitely a delicious meal.
The other options cannot be chosen if you are not married.
But this is something she can do right now!
Looking at that person who is clearly afraid of being splattered with fried food, and who, as far as I know, is spoiled by the whole family.
But now you're doing this in your own kitchen?
Uka Senju was so engrossed in watching it that she became quite absorbed.
Suddenly, a voice carrying a hint of surprise and delight rang out.
Coming to her senses, she looked at Senju Maki was carrying dishes and had a smile on her face and smiling eyes.
He quickly stepped forward, took the plate, and replied with a smile, "I just came down a little while ago."
What time did you arrive today?
After handing the items to Uka, Senju Maki happily followed beside her, her little hands clasped behind her back.
Hearing his question, she tilted her head and thought for a moment before saying, "I went to buy groceries around 2 p. m. and arrived around 2:30 p. m.
"Then you should call me. You'll get bored playing downstairs by yourself." After placing the plate on the table, Uka Senju went back to the kitchen to serve the dishes.
He had glanced at the stove earlier and noticed several covered plates on one side.
"These are all five. Uka-kun, Uka take them out." Pointing to the items, Senju Maki walked over and, while serving rice, said, "You were sleeping so soundly, so I didn't want to disturb you."
"And the afternoons aren't boring either!"
"I only recently learned these skills, so I'm very slow. I have to start preparing around 3 PM."
He placed the plate on the Dining Table and heard Maki's reply.
Looking at the dishes in his hands, he realized they were all his favorites.
Uka Senju smiled and continued her round trip.
"Go call your Aunt, I'll get the food." Seeing the person come in after bringing all the dishes, Senju Maki said while picking up her chopsticks.
"Okay." Nodding obediently, Uka Senju ran to the boundary between the first and second floors and shouted, " Aunt, dinner's ready!"
He called three times in a row, and without waiting for a reply, he went straight back to the restaurant.
Although he felt that his Aunt was probably as he imagined, wasn't that still uncertain?
Those blows weren't light; they're enough to make you want to eat.
That's all because he didn't hold grudges, was magnanimous, and forgave the petty mistakes of I!
And he simply didn't believe that his Aunt wouldn't hear such a loud noise.
As for when his Aunt would come down, he didn't care.
His most important thing now is to get back to the Dining Table and enjoy the 'love dinner' that Senju Maki had worked so hard to prepare for him all afternoon!
"How about it?"
Although the question wasn't asked aloud, it was evident in Senju Maki's expectant eyes.
Senju Toka and Uka Senju instantly understood what she meant.
After swallowing the braised pork in her mouth, Senju Toka, sitting in the main seat, smiled and nodded, praising, "It tastes very good, Maki! I didn't expect your cooking skills to be so good!"
"But she's still a bit behind Chiharu."
Of course, she only muttered that last sentence to herself and didn't say it aloud.
The only granddaughter of the Sawagen Senju family, a granddaughter who has been pampered by so many people since childhood.
Now that I'm cooking at her house, it's all thanks to that brat next door.
So unless it's absolutely awful, praise is essential.
Besides, the taste is indeed quite good, at least better than most people's home-cooked meals!
Having received praise from her Aunt, Senju Maki's signature smiling eyes reappeared before the two of them.
She bowed slightly in a very humble manner to express her gratitude, and then began to eat.
Aunt said she liked it, and Uka's expression already showed that she liked it.
The two men's answers instantly solidified her resolve to get her hands on cooking.
Although it stung when the oil splashed on me, seeing Uka wolfing it down made me feel better.
She felt that even without Healing Jutsu to protect her character's panel...
So she might still learn this for Uka's sake!
Because at that moment, she experienced the 'satisfaction' that Chiharu had mentioned.
An hour later, all six dishes were devoured.
After eating and drinking to their hearts' content, they took over the task of washing the dishes.
Uka Senju cleaned the entire kitchen thoroughly.
It was at this moment that he saw the contents of the trash can.
Only Maki had put into this meal!
Back in the living room, Uka Senju sat down cross-legged next to Maki.
He took the tea she offered and drank a sip before asking the person opposite him, " Aunt, where did Teacher Tsukika go?"
"I haven't seen her since I left the Mission Center this morning!"
Setting down her teacup, Senju Toka glanced at her nephew across from her and replied calmly, "How could you have seen that after sleeping all afternoon?"
"Your teacher, Tsukika, has her own things to do; she'll be back when she's done."
Having been inexplicably criticized again, Uka Senju awkwardly touched her nose.
I secretly decided that I couldn't continue talking to this person today, at least not today.
Otherwise, who knows what might happen later!
Ignoring her nephew's emotions, she glanced at the hand that had been placed on Maki's leg as soon as she came over.
Senju Toka spoke calmly, "Take a good rest these next few days!"
"While you're having fun, take some time to reflect on what you've gained and lost this past month."
"The battles of Genin and Chunin are nothing special, and there are patterns to learn from them."
"But starting from the Jonin, everyone learns according to their own strengths and weaknesses."
"This is especially true at the Kage Level; their fighting style and methods become very distinct!"
"Even though you're only Chunin now, you should have been prepared for this beforehand."
"With Wood Release, the Nature Transformation Shape Transformation of Water and Earth won't be too difficult for you, and the challenges of becoming Jonin won't exist for you."
"You have the Wood Release Ninjutsu Scroll. Plan ahead if you want to learn any Water or Earth Release techniques. Training starts on the 8th, so go learn with your teacher."
"Remember to carefully analyze your fighting style, then choose one and learn Ninjutsu accordingly to address your weaknesses."
"Don't be afraid of making mistakes. You're only at the Chunin; you have plenty of time to correct them!"
Seeing that my Aunt had been acting strangely all day, I finally started giving her guidance.
Uka Senju stopped what she had been doing on the person's lap and began to listen carefully.
Indeed, with Wood Release, the standard for Jonin, mastering two Nature Transformation wouldn't be too difficult for him.
Because both of these variations are actually involved in the process of using Wood Release.
Once you're proficient in Wood Release, you'll naturally master these two other Ninjutsu.
It's something built on my own foundation, honed through so many years of training.
Actually, his foundation doesn't need any further excessive work.
So what his Aunt really advised was to let him learn from his battles and find his own path.
Develop your own unique fighting style!
Essentially, it's about making him choose one of the three—ninja, taijutsu, and genjutsu—as his focus!
For the Senju Ninja, their physical and Chakra advantages meant that most of them could be all-rounders even when they Genin.
But after Jonin.
If the hexagon continues without any protrusions, then in a battle between Jonin the Five Great Nations...
The advantage might not be as significant then.
Ninja are a profession with high attack but low defense, and among the Five Great Nations, Ninja can achieve the rank of Jonin.
Therefore, they are all qualified in terms of ninjutsu, taijutsu, and genjutsu.
In other words, even the shortest plank will be at the Chunin level.
This is why the position of Jonin the Five Great Nations is so prestigious, and also why there is the position of Special Jōnin.
Under these circumstances, the Senju clan members reached the Jonin.
They would choose the area with the highest talent to cultivate, thus maintaining their absolute advantage over Ninja of the same level.
Especially those who choose the paths of body and ninjutsu.
With his innate talent, Senju became an expert in almost any one of the two projects' techniques.
Taking on four opponents at once wouldn't be difficult at all!
During the Warring States period, it was common to see a Senju carrying a group of Ino-Shika-Cho (both of the same level) to fight!
Seeing her nephew deep in thought, Senju Toka nodded in satisfaction.
Her husband has always been a smart person, but sometimes he's a bit too carefree.
From Tsukika's recent intelligence, she discovered that this guy was still on the path of becoming an all-rounder?
He is now retraining his Ninjutsu, Taijutsu, and even Genjutsu.
Even basic Ninjutsu and sensory techniques, Uka seems to have allocated a considerable amount of time to practicing.
Although everyone has different talents, we all only have 24 hours in a day!
The little guy's strength is now not far from the Jonin.
So, she needs to bring this up now.
Of course, that's not to say that being an all-rounder is bad; the previous Wood Release Ninja was an all-rounder.
However, Uka's Wood Release and Sage Body were far inferior to those of the others.
Therefore, having a focus might actually be a good thing for him.
And even if it is discovered later that Uka actually has an all-around talent.
With this focus, Uka can better navigate her Jonin period!
Once Uka reaches the level of a Jonin, her Guard Unit will become largely useless.
The Clan wouldn't possibly dedicate several elite squads to protecting a single Jonin.
At the Jonin level, everyone's foundation is quite strong.
You want everything, while others specialize in one area and have a unique skill?
The consequence is that the talent brought by one's surname will be caught up with and surpassed by others of the same level.
To know this timing, based on past experience...
However, this is the stage where a Ninja is most prone to mishaps and needs to be most careful.
At this level of strength, life and death often hang in the balance in an instant!
The enemy won't waste time with you; they won't use their weaknesses to fight you!
Her Aunt's suggestion caused Uka Senju, who had returned to the ninja village to relax, to fall into deep thought.
It seems that he was indeed too greedy before.
Of course, this is also the reason why he did this, because the system exists.
Because subsequent injections can further enhance his talent.
So why not be a warrior without any weaknesses?
This was his long-held idea.
But then he suddenly realized something he had overlooked.
That means the next injection is still a long way off, while the Jonin stage is very close!
The existence of this situation means that he must make choices within this timeframe.
According to the Clan's records, the ranking system in the Shinobi World is divided into lower, middle, and upper levels, with Kage being the standard for strength and rank.
Elite Chunin, Special Jōnin, Elite Jonin —these are merely terms used to describe people at a certain stage.
For example, Elite Chunin refers to someone who has made up for all their shortcomings.
However, Ninja have not yet grasped the Nature Transformation and undergone a transformation in their fighting style.
Special Jōnin are those who have developed their own path, resulting in their combat strength reaching the Jonin in a certain area.
Yet, they are still those who haven't grasped the Nature Transformation and undergone a transformation.
Based on the descriptions, the items for these two different job levels are not much different.
However, the notes specifically state that this distinction is because there is actually a significant difference in combat power between the two!
Besides this Clan information, the events of his past life in his mind further proved the necessity of taking his Aunt's advice.
Those characters from anime in my past life.
The protagonist's father, who has blond hair, is a prime example.
Minato Namikaze was a genius, and he also had one of the Sannin as his teacher.
Before he learned the Flying Thunder God, his strength was only so-so from the perspective of a Ninja born from the Senju clan!
However, after mastering the Flying Thunder God Technique, his body reached its peak as time went by.
The main Ninjutsu and supporting Ninjutsu are well-developed.
His strength has actually undergone a tremendous transformation, earning him the reputation of "abandoning the mission upon encountering Yellow Flash " during the Third Shinobi World War!
And the likes of Shisui Uchiha, the filial son, Tsunade, Orochimaru, Jiraiya, and others.
They each have their own focus and characteristics!
Of course, if one aspect is good, then another aspect is bad.
The above choices all focus on selecting people who are not fundamentally flawed or, in other words, more well-rounded.
As for those who made the wrong choice or had no other options, like Hidan and Kakuzu.
They were incredibly powerful before the intelligence was leaked.
But if the information leaks, even someone like Nara could kill him!
Keep in mind that before leaking the information, they had risen to the Kage Level in terms of ability and strength.
This is the drawback of choosing the wrong path or having no other options when you initially chose it!
This is also one of the fundamental reasons why it is difficult for Commoners to become strong.
So, which direction should I take in terms of ninjutsu, taijutsu, and genjutsu?
The question had barely surfaced when Uka Senju dismissed it from her mind.
Because there's no need to waste energy thinking about it; without hesitation, it's Wood Release!
This is why my Aunt only mentioned in her earlier statement that I should learn Ninjutsu after the 8th.
Although she didn't give explicit advice, her hints were frighteningly obvious.
However, it is indeed partly my own fault.
He was fine when he first acquired Wood Release, but after he started to master Wood Release quite well in the middle of last year...
He's gone a bit too far down the hexagonal path.
On one hand, there's the system mentioned earlier; on the other hand, there's the fear of death. They're always thinking about making up for their shortcomings so they can better embrace the Ninja life!
Now, thanks to my Aunt's guidance, I've finally experienced the true nature of the mission.
Then I should get back on the right track!
"Think about it yourself. I'm going upstairs to rest now." Putting down her teacup, Senju Toka stood up and reminded her, "Remember to take Maki home later!"
Startled from her reverie by the interruption, Uka Senju looked up and replied, "Okay, Aunt!"
After he finished speaking, he lowered his head and continued to think carefully.
" Aunt, Auntie!" Senju Maki said, blushing.
"Okay, Maki."
With a disgruntled glance at her nephew who was still lost in thought across from her, Senju Toka walked straight toward the stairs.
After her Aunt's figure disappeared around the corner of the stairs, and the footsteps faded away after the Gate of Opening and closed.
Senju Maki leaned close to Uka's ear and asked somewhat embarrassedly, "Is Aunt angry?"
The sounds and breathing around her made Uka unconsciously shudder.
Somewhat bewildered, he asked the person next to him, "Angry?"
Why are you angry?
"Who are you angry at?"
After asking three questions, I looked at Maki with that "what do you think?" expression.
Seeing her own reflection in those blue eyes, Uka was even more confused!
Seeing that Uka was completely unaware of her own actions, Senju Maki raised her hand and forcefully slapped the hand that was constantly drawing circles on her leg.
This gesture made Uka Senju immediately understand the girl's meaning.
He smiled and shook his head, indicating that the other person was overthinking it, then felt the smoothness on his right hand.
He then took a closer look at the person who, after taking off her apron, revealed her outfit for the day, perfectly embodying the word "young girl."
Looking at her, with her long, reddish-brown hair reaching her waist, pinkish lips, blue eyes, white t-shirt, light blue jacket, and shorts, sitting cross-legged beside her.
Senju Maki, her face flushed, pressed her hand down.
They realized their mistake.
Instead of retracting her right hand, Uka Senju reached out her left hand and pinched the pair of fair, delicate feet beside her. She then flipped over and moved directly onto Maki.
Sitting in the corner with his back to the sofas on both sides, he reminded Uka after receiving a reply.
Just as she was about to ask if it was true Senju Maki, her Fiancé suddenly leaned in and covered her mouth with his hand.
Her first instinct was to push it away.
But as soon as her hand touched him, she couldn't help but wrap it around his neck.
Because she sensed that Uka hadn't done anything more outrageous than this.
And this isn't the first time he's done something like this.
So let's reward him for all the hard work he's done out there!
But it's definitely not something I want to do!
As she thought this to herself, she loosened her teeth.
Let the guy who was knocking in!
After a long while, the two people, even when they got up to change places, remained connected.
Finally, their lips, which had been connected for so long, were separated!
Uka Senju propped herself up on the sofa with her arms.
Looking down at the girl whose face was flushed and whose pink lips were slightly swollen.
Meeting those large blue eyes, and under their gaze.
He lowered his head again and began to enjoy the dinner that was meant for the two of them!
The food from before filled my stomach.
Although they can't eat regular meals now.
But both of them wanted to get closer and kiss, to satisfy their immediate desires!
the next day
It was another sunny day with few clouds.
Nothing to do today.
There were no plans for the daytime.
Uka Senju directly violated her own biological clock.
I slept until noon.
Until my stomach started acting up and the temperature rose at midday.
He woke up hungry and hot, then got up and ran to the Clan canteen to solve his problem.
There was no way around it; my Aunt was the type of person who could never cook.
And they also have to work in the Government Affairs Hall.
According to what I learned about Senju Maki on the way home last night.
She now has a job.
Instead of leaving the village or the Government Affairs Hall, he went to the Ninja Academy to become a first-year teacher, instructing those little rascals from the Senju faction on 'basic knowledge of the Shinobi World '!
This change in status... led the two of them to spend another ten minutes cuddling together not far from her home.
That is, until a loud cough came from inside the courtyard.
Uka Senju -ka shrank back, released the somewhat embarrassed and annoyed girl, and ran home alone!
There was no way around it; that familiar voice...
My own father-in-law, ' Senju Unsei '!
He was a man of principle, not one who believed in common sense and pragmatism.
They certainly wouldn't be blind at this moment.
So today, on Monday, the first day of school, he didn't want to do anything.
That leaves only the Senju Diner as an option.
Lunch problem solved.
After eating and drinking their fill, they strolled around the tribe's territory for a while.
Looking at the clan's land, which is now mostly empty.
After thinking for a moment, Uka Senju walked straight towards the Second Elder's house.
I don't need the small organization that I took over from Hayata last time.
While I went to visit the elderly, Hayata brother was at home.
That way, I can also learn more about the details.
My great-uncle's health after his serious illness is a stark contrast to when he led me home more than a year ago.
That's a huge difference.
I'm on vacation today and don't feel like doing anything, so I'll just go see them.
Elderly people of this age.
Those are the days when we'll see each other one last time!
We walked along the Stone Slab path within the clan's territory.
Soon, a quiet courtyard on the edge of the Senju Clan Compound came into view.
Looking at that heavy, cracked gate, bearing the marks of time.
"Knock, knock, knock." As he gently knocked, he asked, "Brother Hayata, are you home, Uncle?"
Hearing no answer or sound, I dared not use force against the old door, for fear of breaking it!
So he shouted loudly, "Brother Hayata, is anyone home, Uncle?"
It was as if the sound had just been heard, or perhaps the person had just walked into the front yard.
"Creak!"
The sound of wooden hinges echoed as an elderly woman with half-gray hair opened the courtyard gate.
Seeing the person at the door, she smiled and said, " Little Uka, you're here! Come in, come in!"
"Your brother Hayata has gone on a mission, but the Second Elder just finished eating and hasn't gone to sleep yet!"
Hearing this, she smiled at the old man who Gate of Opening for her.
After bowing slightly, Uka Senju quickly nodded and said, "Yes, Aunt Ze Shu!"
Senju Sawashuku is also a member of the Soratate Branch.
As far as she knew, usually when Hayata was not at home, she was the one who took care of the Second Elder's daily life!
I followed behind this elderly man, who was also over sixty years old.
Following the corridor, we passed through the deserted front yard, garden, and Training Ground to reach the backyard.
He spotted the old man resting under the tree immediately.
" Little Uka, you just got back and instead of spending time with your Fiancée, you have time to come see this old man?" Kofu Senju's aged voice teased as he looked at the little guy walking towards him.
"It's been so long since I've seen you, so I came to see you as soon as I got back." After walking in and bowing Uka Senju said in a pleasant tone.
Upon hearing this, he thought of the intelligence he had received.
Kofu Senju leaned back slightly, feigning confusion, and said, "Oh~ I see!"
"I thought you came to me because you were bored because your Aunt sent one of them away on a mission, one was at work, and the other couldn't come out with family today!"
Since the last Clan Meeting, his secluded Small Courtyard has resumed its usual communication.
Hope for the Senju, a junior I admire.
He was aware of their movements and all the circumstances.
For example, what happened yesterday morning outside the Inuzuka Clan Compound, or last night someone bullied another person's daughter outside their yard wall and was discovered and chased away by her father!
The security personnel will record all this information.
And he happens to have the permission to inspect it!
Upon hearing the old man's words, how could Uka Senju not guess what was going on?
For the first time, he began to feel a bit of dislike for the guys behind him.
He was very grateful that they protected themselves.
But could you please refrain from writing things you shouldn't?
What's the point of handing over this intelligence?
Fortunately, as long as you enter someone's home, they won't follow you.
Otherwise, what happened in the living room last night would have been broadcast live!
Seeing this shameless little guy was embarrassing.
After laughing happily for a while, Kofu Senju took the initiative to defuse the situation and asked about his purpose.
Uka Senju quickly sat down and asked her question.
Nothing else, it's still about last night.
He is the oldest living member of the Senju clan and has witnessed Hashirama Senju's growth.
He felt that asking the old man would be of great help in developing his Wood Release techniques and in combat.
After all, his experience and knowledge of the Ninja profession were far beyond what he could match, even if he tried to put his finger on it. He was an old man who had lived through two eras.
Time flew by and it was already afternoon.
I spent an hour at Uncle Kofu's place and received a lot of valuable advice and methods from the old man.
Seeing that her uncle was getting sleepy, Uka Senju took the initiative to say goodbye and ran home.
After settling onto his favorite sofa, he summarized what he had learned in the past hour and his experiences over the past month.
Looking at the wall clock, it had already reached 5 PM.
He had just changed his clothes and left the clan's territory when he arrived near the school.
I didn't go towards the door, because it was crowded with parents picking up their first-graders.
I turned around and looked around, and found a Japanese-style pub that looked pretty good.
Under the boss's hesitant gaze, Uka Senju ordered two glasses of freshly squeezed juice.
So he found a spot with a view of the school gate and sat down to wait.
Senju Maki is now a first-year student's teacher.
So she definitely won't come out before the students!
So as soon as you see that most of the parents at the door have left...
You can go pick them up yourself!
About three minutes.
I ran to the shop next door to buy and have it made on the spot.
The boss, who was almost sweating from the busy work, picked out the best-looking and largest waiter from among the waiters and had him carry the food to the Ninja by the window.
"Sir, your freshly squeezed orange juice!"
A Maid, dressed in a modified kimono and appearing to be in her early twenties, placed a cup in front of the Ninja had come to the tavern to order juice, and bowed very respectfully.
Hearing this pleasant sound, I turned my gaze away from the school gate.
Uka Senju turned to look at the Maid seemed to be bowing continuously if she didn't speak.
He glanced at the scenery that opened up towards him.
"Yes, this orange is round enough."
"However, all I really wanted was juice; I didn't mean anything else."
I mentally grumbled a couple of times, but that's just how things are in the Shinobi World.
He shook his head and said, "Go down, don't let anyone bother me!"
"Yes, sir!"
Although she heard the refusal, the Maid's expression remained unchanged.
Maintaining her smile, she bowed slightly in greeting, answered, and slowly withdrew.
My gaze fell upon the school gate, watching the students who had already begun to walk out.
Uka Senju waited patiently.
About ten minutes later.
He took a five-hundred-tael silver note from his Ninja Tool Pouch and placed it on the table.
He picked up the untouched juice and walked towards the school gate.
He didn't know how much it would cost to order juice and two glasses at the bar.
Therefore, the payment was based on the most expensive sake available here.
Although it wouldn't matter if they didn't give it to me based on the label on the clothes.
But it is precisely because of this label that no one cares about such a small amount of money.
This is the fundamental reason why ordinary people in Konoha can engage in trade!
Because of the presence of the label, no one will actively try to smear it.
Even if you're drunk and don't pay, someone will come to settle the bill the next day.
This is the interesting 'trust' relationship that has formed between ordinary people and Ninja in Konoha today!
" Uka-kun, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting!" I changed into the clothes I had brought in advance.
As soon as Senju Maki stepped out of the school gate, she saw the smiling person waiting to her from the side.
Looking at Maki walking towards him, wearing shorts that exposed her smooth, straight, and snow-white legs.
Uka Senju gave a knowing smile, then handed the orange juice to the slightly flushed girl!
They sensed the meaning in each other's eyes.
Senju Maki took the item with some curiosity and, while trying to divert attention, asked, "Are there any places around here that sell freshly squeezed juice?"
I've been working here for over half a month now.
She was both familiar with the route her Clan took to get here and unfamiliar with it, though there were still some places she hadn't noticed.
However, in her memory, there were no shops doing this kind of business in the vicinity!
"I bought it from that tavern across the street." Without giving them a chance to guess, Uka Senju pointed to the tavern behind her and said.
He came out from that side, carrying something and wearing the robes of the Senju tribe.
Such a conspicuous target might be spotted by Maki's colleagues.
So without any concealment, he directly pointed out the location to his Fiancée.
Following Uka's hand, Senju Maki noticed the tavern with the pink sign hanging on it.
Looking at the object whose meaning and color were known to everyone, she glanced at the person beside her with great confusion.
The services offered in those shops are so well-known that even children in Konoha know them.
She was genuinely curious about Uka's thinking and why she would buy juice from that particular store.
There's no need to even consider whether they're sold; the answer is definitely no.
And what he and Uka were holding at that moment.
It's most likely made to order by the owner!
He noticed the look Maki, as if she were a weirdo.
Uka Senju laughed and pulled her into her arms, saying matter-of-factly, "Whether it's wine or juice, it's for drinking. I've given five hundred taels for these two glasses!"
"They're all businesses that make money, so what difference does it make how you do it?"
Upon hearing this explanation, Senju Maki rolled her eyes at the man beside her.
Without resisting his intimate actions, she leaned against Uka.
Five hundred taels for a cup of juice is very expensive by Konoha's standards.
But even someone like her who wouldn't go to those taverns knows they don't make money by selling alcohol!
Hopefully, that boss won't be scared off by Uka's behavior!
As they walked away from the tavern, chatting and laughing together.
I walked towards the shop where I planned to have my date tonight.
I was just passing by the tavern.
I saw the people who were about to come out from inside.
Uka Senju slightly moved her hand and started another small topic.
This Maki blocked Maki's view of the tavern entrance!
Having passed through unscathed, he seemed to know that the person behind him would be watching.
So he quietly put his right hand behind his back and extended a big middle finger at the person.
Peeking out from behind the door at his clansman's back, Senju Nobuhiko breathed a sigh of relief.
Looking at Uka's middle finger, I guessed what my friend wanted to say.
He pulled his head back and awkwardly wiped the sweat that had instantly seeped from his forehead.
I couldn't help but feel grateful for how reliable my friend was.
What if I had just stepped out the door and then bumped into Maki!
The topic then spread to the Senju Clan Grounds.
Then it will be very difficult for him to find a wife from the same clan in his lifetime!
Although the clan now encourages childbirth and supports multiple marriages.
But someone who frequents shops like this since he was twelve years old—I doubt any of the girls from Senju would marry him!
However, he hadn't expected to be curious for so long.
I finally mustered up the courage to come for the first time, and I actually ran into my own people!
You know, that's why we came here.
He even went out of his way to buy clothes, and then only dared to come during the quietest time of day, in the afternoon when there were the fewest customers!
Even so, something almost went wrong.
"It seems I'll never be able to come here again."
I had just made this decision in my heart.
He immediately thought of his experience upstairs again.
After hesitating for a moment, I still couldn't bear to give up that feeling I had never experienced before.
He immediately made a small modification.
"If you're going to go, go outside the village. If you're going inside the village... then you absolutely must use the Transformation Technique!"
Having made up his mind, he secretly took another look through the Maid.
I confirmed that there were no acquaintances outside.
Senju Nobuhiko quickly lifted his head from the arms of the Maid was blocking his view.
With a mix of awkwardness and practice, he took out one hundred taels of silver and stuffed it back into the place where he had previously placed his head.
He strode into the alley ahead.
While chatting about personal matters with Maki in her arms, Uka Senju cursed her beastly friend in her heart.