Kakashi and Obito Return
Sunlight streamed through the windows into the living room, accompanied by bursts of laughter, filling the entire space with joy.
"Auntie, let me tell you, this trip was so much fun!"
"Oh? Really?"
"Yes, let me tell you..." Lin began to recount their experiences outside with great enthusiasm. Her vivid descriptions captivated Mikoto listened intently and occasionally burst into happy laughter.
It turned out that Team Kakashi had successfully completed their mission and returned home, breaking the silence that had filled the house.
At this moment, Kakashi and Rin were sitting in the living room chatting with Mikoto, but most of the time Rin was talking vividly. Her sweet and melodious voice and witty and cute words kept a bright smile on Mikoto's face.
Just then, Mikoto glanced at the clock on the wall and said softly, "Why don't you two chat for a while?"
After saying that, she slowly stood up, gently picked up the soft apron on the table, gave it a light shake, and then turned and walked into the kitchen to prepare a sumptuous meal for everyone.
Upon entering the kitchen, Mikoto saw Obito by the sink, focused intently, skillfully rubbing the tableware with his hands.
"Let me do it, you take a rest." Mikoto smiled and reached out to take the bowl from Obito's hand.
Obito deftly sidestepped Mikoto's outstretched hand, looking at her and saying, "No need to trouble you, I'll be done washing right away."
Mikoto nodded slightly, no longer insisting, and simply stood quietly to the side, watching Obito's every move. She took the dishes that Obito had washed and carefully placed them in the cabinet.
As she placed it down, she asked softly, "Was the mission successful?"
Obito's hands didn't stop; he continued washing the bowls, the sound of running water mingling with his reply, "Everything's going smoothly; I haven't encountered any major difficulties or challenges."
"That's good." Mikoto turned around and her gaze fell on Obito.
Since awakening his Sharingan, he has never worn those goggles again.
Now, he only wears the Forehead Protector of Konoha, his face is handsome, his nose is high and straight, his jawline is well-defined, and his short black hair looks particularly neat.
Over the past three years, the biggest change in the family has undoubtedly been Obito; he is no longer the naive and reckless boy he once was.
Mikoto sighed inwardly, recalling the mischievous and imaginative boy who had grown into a capable ninja who had weathered countless storms.
In fact, Mikoto knew why Obito was working so hard; he seemed unable to escape the shadow of what happened three years ago...
Just as Mikoto opened the refrigerator and was thinking about tonight's menu, a cold voice suddenly came from the doorway.
"Auntie, please go out and rest. Obito and I are enough here." The silver-haired boy walked steadily Earth Flow the kitchen.
Mikoto didn't turn around, because she already knew who the voice belonged to—it was Kakashi.
Kakashi hadn't changed much; he remained as aloof and distant as he had been three years ago. That aura of keeping people at arm's length seemed innate, making him difficult to approach.
"Stop talking. It's fine if you help out on weekdays, but you just finished a mission, there's no reason for you to cook. Go out and have some fun, we don't need you here," Mikoto said with a smile, taking out some fresh ingredients from the refrigerator.
Kakashi quickly stepped forward and took the food, his Obito, having finished washing the dishes, hurriedly took the ingredients and began to wash them carefully.
Kakashi turned to get a knife and a cutting board. After washing an ingredient with Obito, he quickly took it and skillfully chopped it, each cut just right.
The two worked together seamlessly.
Mikoto was about to make a move, but found that she couldn't find a single opportunity to intervene.
She stood there, wiping her hands helplessly on her apron, watching the two people busily working in an orderly manner, feeling both gratified and somewhat helpless.
"Tell me, what kind of behavior is it to leave a girl out here? Go out and chat with Little Rin!" Mikoto seemed to be getting angry, her voice unconsciously rising a few decibels, carrying a hint of dissatisfaction and reproach.
Upon hearing this, the two of them froze instantly, their hands stopping what they were doing.
Seeing Mikoto angry, Obito felt a little uneasy. Over the years, he had been brave and fearless on the battlefield, never showing the slightest fear in the face of even the fiercest enemies. But whenever he saw the gentle Mikoto, he would unconsciously become cautious.
Kakashi is the same way. He usually ignores his father's words and is always arrogant, but when he is in front of Mikoto, he immediately becomes a well-behaved and obedient child.
As for Mikoto? Over the years, she has long regarded the two of them as her own sons, saying what she thinks and scolding them as she pleases.
The atmosphere in the kitchen froze for a moment. Obito muttered softly, "There's nothing to say. We've been on missions for days."
Kakashi nodded slightly in agreement.
"Then don't just stand there, go and rest! You three are all young people, you must have a lot to talk about, hurry up and get out of here." Without waiting for a reply, Mikoto grabbed one of them with each hand and shoved the other two out of the kitchen.
Kakashi and Obito naturally dared not disobey, and could only obediently Yumi push them out of the kitchen.
Upon reaching the living room, Lin looked at the two dejected individuals and couldn't help but smile smugly, "You got kicked out, didn't you?"
Obito didn't speak, but simply sat down on a chair to the side with his head down. Kakashi nodded slightly, his face still expressionless, but his eyes revealed a hint of helplessness.
Inside the living room, the three were lost in their own thoughts, silent and still, as if time had frozen at that moment.
Koki carried his younger brother into the house, he was startled by the two boys standing at the door to greet him before he even had a chance to take off his shoes.
After a brief moment of surprise, a delighted smile immediately spread across her face!
Kakashi and Obito are back!
He gently put Itachi down, then rushed towards Obito like a gust of wind and hugged him tightly.
Obito was taken aback by the sudden hug, but he quickly recovered and hugged Koki back.
The two embraced tightly, as if trying to merge each other into their own bodies.
"You guys were gone for a long time this time. How did the mission go? Were you all okay?"
Obito chuckled and patted Koki on the back, saying, "Don't worry, the mission went smoothly, and I wasn't injured. I just missed you... and I missed everyone."
Koki released Obito, her eyes scanning him curiously as she asked, "Have you grown taller again?"
Why does it seem like Obito has grown taller again? He's almost a head taller than me now. Is it just my imagination? He's only been gone for a little over ten days; he shouldn't have grown that tall all of a sudden.
Obito chuckled and shook his head, saying, "It's not that exaggerated. You're just not grown up yet."
After saying that, Obito gestured to show the height difference between the two.
Koki pouted, somewhat unconvinced, and turned her gaze to Kakashi beside her.
Kakashi stood there quietly, his silver hair shimmering in the light, a hint of anticipation in his eyes, as if he were waiting for something.
Koki couldn't resist teasing him.
So he pretended not to see Kakashi's gaze, turned around and prepared to go into the house. The light in Kakashi's eyes instantly disappeared, becoming dull and lifeless.
However, at that moment, Koki suddenly revealed a bright smile and rushed towards Kakashi.
Kakashi reacted extremely quickly, immediately extending his arms and catching Koki steadily.
Koki burst into laughter and shouted, "So, you thought I wouldn't hug you? Hahaha..."
Upon hearing this, Kakashi's face, hidden beneath his mask, instantly flushed with shyness and embarrassment.
Even the usually calm and collected Kakashi seemed flustered at this moment, unsure how to respond to Koki's words. He could only silently carry Koki into the house.