Chapter 169: Lin

Leaf Village Year 44.

The once bustling streets, due to the prolonged war, appeared somewhat desolate.

Some passersby occasionally walking by no longer had their former cheer on their faces; even when going out, they looked expressionless and hurried.

The war has been ongoing for over two years, and the entire Leaf Village has sunk into a mire because of this sudden war.

Not only ordinary people, but even the usually high-and-mighty ninja clans would occasionally hold memorial ceremonies.

To mourn these departed relatives and friends!

"Dong Shilang big brother, you are also in the village! That's great. Are you free tonight? I'll treat you to ramen!"

A boy clutching a large bundle of miscellaneous items glanced over and saw a senior clan member who usually looked after him, and quickly greeted him.

At this point, he was no longer the same as before; he was no longer an insignificant brat, but a recognized working ninja of Leaf Village.

Having finally encountered this senior who usually looked after him, it was a good chance to properly thank him.

He had just completed many tasks recently and saved up some money; however, if he were to treat Dong Shilang big brother, he could also treat …

While thinking this, he couldn't help but glance at the girl beside him.

"It's Obito!"

"And Lin and Kakashi!"

Hearing someone call his name, the figure that had just hurried past the street turned back for a glance, never expecting it to be that future big boss calling him.

Seeing his sweat-drenched appearance, the large bundle in his hand, and his two companions beside him, Dong Shilang gave a knowing smile.

【This brat's current appearance really makes it hard to dislike him!】

Compared to the future, Uchiha Obito at this time still had quite good popularity.

Especially among the village elders, due to his years of selfless help, this brat had earned the approval of nearly all Leaf Village elders.

Of course, this even included an 'elder' who had already defected from Leaf Village.

After casting aside those miscellaneous thoughts, Dong Shilang greeted him openly; although he would change greatly later, at this time Obito was still easy to get along with.

"Dong Shilang senior, are you returning to Leaf Village to rest?"

"Also, thank you for your cultivation notes!"

Just because of Obito's loud shout, Yeyuan Lin likewise spotted Dong Shilang's presence; she didn't even care about the bundle in her hands, greeted him, and also bowed.

"Lin! No need to be so polite; Dong Shilang is my clansman, you don't need to be so ceremonious~"

Seeing his love interest being so polite to Dong Shilang, Obito felt a pang of heartache and said sourly.

"It's fine, Obito!"

Returning a smile to her companion, Yeyuan Lin ignored Obito's goodwill and insisted on bowing to Dong Shilang.

She wasn't as carefree as her companion; the notes Dong Shilang senior gave her had helped her greatly, and she truly ought to thank him.

It turned out that half a year earlier, Dong Shilang, returning to the village to transport supplies, had by chance encountered his junior clansman Obito.

Knowing his goddess had recently been stressed studying medical ninjutsu, to curry favor he then latched onto Dong Shilang, hoping he could help.

He knew Dong Shilang had notable achievements in medical ninjutsu; for his goddess's sake he went all out, promising that once he became Hokage he would certainly look after Dong Shilang and make him a Leaf Village Hokage candidate.

Upon hearing this, Dong Shilang almost couldn't hold himself back!

Internally he ranted wildly, this kid doesn't know what he'll do in the future; otherwise who knows how he'd react~

However, he didn't refuse; he merely had Obito copy his medical ninjutsu training notes from over the years, then handed them to Yeyuan Lin.

He hoped that this guy, who never succeeded in confessing his love even to death, could seize the opportunity, thus fulfilling his own lifelong regret.

【But looking at the current situation, this brat completely didn't do as he said!】

"Ah! Lin, you're being too polite!"

"I also heard from that idiot Obito, who often mutters in my ear, how you usually take care of this clumsy guy, that's why he gave you those notes~"

After saying that, he still glanced at the idiot in front of him, letting such a good confession opportunity slip by.

You deserve to be a spare tire for life, you brat.

You should know, back then Dong Shilang could have expended many brain cells helping this brat devise plans, but it all turned out to be wasted!

"What are you saying! Dong Shilang big brother~"

"It's not you yourself; seeing Lin's outstanding talent and kind heart, that's why I gave the notes to Lin, right?"

Upon hearing this, Lin had no reaction yet, but Obito, the person involved, became fidgety.

While speaking, he also sneakily glanced at the goddess beside him, wearing a look of lustful intent, causing Dong Shilang opposite to exclaim he couldn't bear it.

Kids in the ninja world really are precocious! Still, it's a love triangle with strong Leaf Village flavor~

"Kakashi! Have you been getting along well with your companions lately~"

He shook his head, ignored the two brats, and greeted the silent white-haired kid.

That guy still hadn't changed much; he remained aloof, but compared to the beginning, his whole body no longer emanated that desperate, lifeless cold aura.

He had become more like a normal human!

No doubt those two brats beside him contributed to that!

"Hn!"

He twitched the corner of his mouth; regarding the other's response, Dong Shilang really felt powerless, having just thought this brat had shown some change.

He hadn't expected that the change he sensed was merely from no response before to just an 'hn'!

This brat really is hopeless!

"Obito, are you going to treat?"

"Otherwise let's all gather together! I don't know if Senior Dong Shilang has time."

To be sure, it's Lin this little lass who livens the atmosphere; a few words and she successfully diverted the attention of her two companions.

"Tonight? No problem, I'll go on time then! Hmm! At the Yakiniku Q bar~"

After thinking a little, Dong Shilang also did not refuse, readily agreed to Lin's invitation. Moreover, the venue for the evening gathering had already been decided in advance, completely ignoring Obito's opinion.

"Hey! Hey! I don't have..."

"Just as soon as this kid sees Lin's inquiring gaze, he immediately clams up."