chsdbacks Chapter 51 For everyone's sake, I must survive!
Chapter 51 For everyone's sake, I must survive!
Ye Cang's attitude was even more resolute than Ning Xia had imagined. Even though he was no longer the same person he once was, Ye Cang still wanted to be with him.
"Damn it... since you saved me, then... take responsibility!"
Before leaving, Ye Cang said in a low voice that if it weren't for Ningxia, she would have died in the Kunai Sea of Wuyin long ago.
Her life belonged to Ningxia, even if Ningxia had already... Looking at the dead-eyed white-haired man next to Ningxia, Ye Cang felt a little unwilling, but in the end she didn't argue anymore.
Yu Yan was completely bewildered. Seeing this, Ning Xia gave her a day off because Kakashi was going to take her to see an old friend.
After the two left, they arrived at Ino's family's flower shop. However, after Ino started going to school, the little girl who used to greet them with bouncy jumps was no longer there at home.
Instead, it was Ino's father, Yamanaka Inoichi. Because the war had ended, Danzo gave all the ninjas who participated in the war a break, including Ino, who was one of the Ino-Shika-Cho trio.
Upon seeing Ningxia and Kakashi, Yamanaka Inoichi became somewhat wary. As for the former, needless to say, ever since Ningxia moved into Konoha, his beloved daughter had been thinking about her almost every day.
This was nothing short of a bolt from the blue for a father who cherished his daughter dearly.
But he had no way to deal with Ningxia.
As for status? They are distant relatives of the daimyo, registered nobles, and far more noble than ninjas.
In terms of power? Ningxia can reach the highest levels of government directly, and with just a few words, it can get almost every major country to give it face.
In terms of ability? Several members of the mountain tribe who were seriously ill recovered so well after being treated in Ningxia. They still owe Ningxia a few favors!
What could he do? He could only swallow his anger and silently comply.
"May I ask what Your Excellency Ningxia needs?"
Even though he was seething with rage and wanted to break Ningxia's three legs, Yamanaka Inoichi could only force a smile and ask, trying to reassure himself while thinking of his wife and daughter.
"White chrysanthemums, recommended by Ino."
Ningxia saw through Yamanaka Inoichi's thoughts, a smile playing on his lips. Of course he knew what the other was thinking, but... what could he do about it?
Although she has a peaceful personality and doesn't get involved in many conflicts, Ningxia still has a bit of a wicked sense of humor.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have pretended to be under an illusion and played games with Shisui, like kissing, hugging, and lifting him up high.
"Yes……"
After practically spitting out a single word through gritted teeth, Yamanaka Inoichi turned to his wife and asked her to help prepare the food; he couldn't take it anymore!
However, he overlooked one thing: Ningxia was undoubtedly a handsome man.
Her long hair, reaching almost to her waist, was tied into a ponytail. She had a delicate face that appealed to both men and women; beautiful without being effeminate. Her eyes were like stars, capable of shining even in the dark.
Coupled with the ever-present gentle smile on his lips, he resembled a carefree young nobleman.
Its temperament is as gentle and refined as jade, with a sunshine-like tenderness; just getting close to it brings a sense of comfort like a spring breeze.
Every time Ningxia goes to pick up Mingzi and Bai, it always makes a group of little girls and boys blush. In the end, Mingzi and Bai ask Ningxia not to pick them up anymore.
They felt incredibly cheated just because their classmates saw Ningxia.
Mrs. Yamanaka blushed as she prepared bouquets for Ningxia, one for the Minato couple and the other for Kakashi's friend.
"Thank you, madam."
Ningxia maintained politeness and kept a respectful distance, a habit he had developed. This stemmed not only from his disdain for being a traitor like Cao Cao, but also from a desire to protect the other party.
After all... Tsunade really did make a move!!!
"No...you're welcome..."
Lady Yamanaka was like a shy young girl. Although there was no physical contact between the two, Ningxia's body fragrance was intoxicating. He was truly... an impeccable man.
Compared to her father's resistance, Mrs. Yamanaka was much more open-minded. Ino was so young; how could she possibly succeed?
Having merely witnessed the warmth of the sun, Ino... will she truly be able to accept other fireflies in the future?
Yamanaka Ino's face turned green. Luckily, Ningxia didn't intend to chat with his wife any longer and left with the flowers.
"Ningxia...it seems Lady Yamanaka likes you very much..."
Kakashi's tone was low and gloomy, while Ningxia smiled helplessly. But before he could explain, Kakashi said that it was time to end things today since he was here, and that she needed to save her energy.
The two arrived at the Konoha Cemetery and first laid flowers at the graves of Minato and his wife. Then Ningxia knelt down in front of the grave and told them about Naruto's current situation.
Previously, he only thought about changing various plots, then unlocking the twelve talismans, and when Homelander didn't eat beef.
But now, he wants to take better care of Naruto and Haku. Whether they want to become Hokage or live an ordinary life, he will support them.
"However... it's unlikely that Naruko would do that, after all... she might be the child of prophecy."
Ningxia chuckled self-deprecatingly, then got up and followed Kakashi to lay flowers at the tombstone of the Konoha war heroes.
Afterwards, Kakashi began to tell Ningxia a story on his own. After her father died, she had been desperately trying to become stronger, and her teammates had changed one after another, all just to numb herself.
Until she met her classmates from school, Obito and Rin.
The former is a warm-hearted, hot-blooded fool, while the latter... is like an older sister to the two orphans who have no parents.
"At that time, half of Obito's body was already buried, and this Sharingan was her gift."
As she spoke, Kakashi gently touched her scar, which was why she was unwilling to heal it. Apart from the Sharingan, this wound was also her way of remembering Obito and Rin.
"Where's Lin?"
"Lin..."
When Rin was mentioned, Kakashi covered her face and sobbed. Seeing this, Ningxia gently squatted down and comforted her tenderly.
"I'm sorry... Back then... Kirigakure intended to use Rin as the Three-Tails' Jinchūriki to attack Konoha, but I... killed her with my own hands. I had promised Obito that I would protect Rin."
"I couldn't even save Lynn's body... I..."
Ningxia silently stayed by Kakashi's side. He had known all this for a long time, but he was just waiting for Kakashi to bring it up himself.
Kakashi's depression can only improve if he actively speaks out about the pain he has been suppressing. This process is cruel, but necessary.
After releasing his emotions, Kakashi felt much lighter, and then he looked at Ningxia beside him.
She was grateful that whenever she was on the verge of despair, someone would always lend her a hand.
They used to be a teacher and his wife, now they live in Ningxia.
That's why she didn't die silently as a ninja as expected.
She... still has a reason to live, she still has a place to go back to, a place called home.
Whether it's for Obito, or Rin, or...
Looking at Ningxia who was concerned for him, Kakashi couldn't help but hold her tighter. For everyone's sake, I have to live.