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The service was extremely attentive, and Sasuke was very generous, never haggling over prices, and buying whatever he liked.
"boom!"
Kawasaki gently tapped Sasuke on the head.
"Ouch!"
"You little rascal, how can you buy things like that?"
Sasuke pouted, looking a little unhappy, but quickly handed the things to Naruto happily, and the two chatted away happily.
Kawasaki wasn't stingy with money; the Uchiha family was wealthy and powerful, so buying a few more clothes was no big deal for them.
The important thing is to prevent Sasuke from developing a bossy or domineering habit.
Naruto stared wide-eyed at the clothes, things he would never have dared to dream of normally.
But at the same time, he also felt a little embarrassed.
"Kawasaki-senpai, these..."
Kawasaki waved his hand: "You're Sasuke's friend, so there's no need to say anything more."
Naruto's eyes shone brightly as he nodded emphatically.
"Um!..."
"Hello, Kawasaki-sama."
Besides the shop assistant, there were also two members of the Uchiha Guard.
"Look at you two, you really have too much free time on your hands."
The two Uchiha forced a smile. Sasuke and Naruto were not simple people, so they had to keep an eye on them.
Kawasaki also realized this.
He looked up at the sky; it was almost dusk.
In a corner of the rooftop, several members of the secret service stood silently.
"It's getting late, Sasuke, come home with me. Naruto, you should go home early too."
"Oh, can I play with Sasuke tomorrow?"
Naruto asked expectantly.
"Sasuke has something to do for the next two days and can't come out to play."
Seeing Naruto's slight disappointment, Kawasaki smiled and said, "School starts in a couple of days, then you'll be able to see him again."
"Hehe, yeah, school starts soon."
Naruto chuckled sheepishly.
"Remember to wear your new clothes when you register; it's a fresh start!"
"Uh-huh!"
Naruto felt this was the happiest and most blissful day he had ever had.
Kawasaki waved to the side: "Uchiha Kenichi, you take Naruto home."
"Yes!"
Uchiha Kenichi stood at attention.
"Kawasaki-senpai, you don't need to see me off. I know the way myself."
Naruto said shyly.
Kawasaki ruffled Naruto's hair: "Listen to me, go back now."
"Oh, hehe."
Naruto grinned foolishly again, clutching his clothes.
Kenichi Uchiha tried to take Naruto's things, but Naruto refused to let go.
"Then I'm off, Kawasaki-senpai! Goodbye, Sasuke! See you at school!"
Naruto, carrying a bunch of things, waved goodbye with all his might.
Kawasaki waved his hand: "Go ahead."
Sasuke waved to Naruto; he had never seen Naruto so happy.
"Let's go back."
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"Kawasaki Uchiha said that Kushina Uzumaki had once done him a favor..."
"He just wanted Naruto to eat well and dress well, and hoped that Naruto and Sasuke would become good friends."
"According to the surveillance by the secret service along the way, Kawasaki did not exhibit any other unusual behavior or words."
The third generation took a drag of his cigarette, somewhat irritated. He simply didn't believe Kawasaki would be so kind.
As for Kushina's kindness to him, that happened so many years ago, who can tell if it's true or false?
Kakashi hesitated for a moment before saying, "Kawasaki mentioned at the end that if Naruto thinks the Uchiha are better in the future, that will be Naruto's own choice."
The Third Hokage frowned, deep in thought. The Uchiha clan was becoming increasingly distant from Konoha.
Data from the mission center also shows that the number of missions received by the Uchiha clan has dropped sharply.
In addition to the decrease in the number of Uchiha ninjas, the remaining members also became extremely cautious when accepting missions.
They proactively downgraded the mission level, refusing to accept any dangerous tasks.
When faced with mandatory tasks, he would ask for leave, and the third generation could do nothing about it, as he needed to repair his own house.
We can't expect people to have nowhere to live just to work for the village.
Kawasaki's sudden proximity to the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki has put the Third Hokage on high alert.
Are the Uchiha clan plotting a mass defection, or even planning to take Naruto with them...?
Chapter 28 Kawasaki-sensei!
"Lord Hokage, Naruto has indeed had a tough time these past few years."
Seeing the Third Hokage deep in thought, Kakashi couldn't help but speak.
The Third Hokage took a drag of his cigarette and asked, "Kakashi, are you blaming this old man for not taking good care of Naruto?"
"Uh..."
Despite the third generation's calm tone.
Kakashi bowed his head and apologized, "No, the Third Hokage must have had your reasons."
The Third Hokage nodded; Kakashi's emotions still needed to be calmed down.
He earnestly explained to Kakashi, "Kakashi, you don't know, after the Fourth Hokage passed away, everything was in ruins."
“Ambitious people in the village have different ideas about the Jinchuriki issue, and some have even suggested imprisoning Naruto.”
"I fought hard to ensure that Naruto wouldn't have to stay locked up forever."
"But once someone reveals the secret that Naruto is a Jinchuriki, I have no choice but to spread rumors that he is the son of the demon fox to confuse the public."
"Many villagers lost their loved ones in the Nine-Tailed Fox's rampage, so he was always ostracized."
"As for his identity as the fourth generation's son, it cannot be made public, because if the son of a Kage is a Jinchūriki, he can easily become a target for others."
"Over the years, I have often visited him, as a way of making up for some of the debt I owe him."
As the conversation progressed, the third generation's voice also carried a hint of heaviness.
Kakashi, understanding the Third Hokage's predicament, felt apologetic: "I am very sorry, Third Hokage, I questioned you without knowing the details."
The Third Hokage waved his hand dismissively, saying, "Now that Naruto has become your master's son, I understand your concern for him."
"Well then, Naruto's past has certainly been too difficult..."
"The Uchiha's intentions in approaching him are unclear. From now on, you will be responsible for taking care of him for the long term."
"Apart from school, you should stay with him. This will prevent Uchiha Kawasaki from doing anything underhanded. With you there, I feel at ease."
Kakashi was overjoyed, though he had been feeling uneasy after hearing Kawasaki's words.
Now that I can personally protect Naruto, Naruto shouldn't be bullied anymore: "Third Hokage, am I protecting him secretly?"
The Third Hokage thought for a moment and said, "You can find an opportunity to get close to him, and it would be best if you could become Naruto's teacher."
"Thank you, Lord Sandai."
Kakashi initially thought that the Third Hokage had taken care of him and arranged this job for him.
"Go down."
After Kakashi left, the Third Hokage sighed and reluctantly asked Kakashi to look after Naruto.
After all, the Uchiha clan had already used this method to get close to Naruto.
If I don't send someone to keep an eye on him, Naruto might really be taken away.
Kakashi is a staunch supporter of the Hokage faction, possesses outstanding abilities, and holds a suitable position, making him the most suitable candidate.
...
On the way, Naruto talked non-stop, but Kenichi remained silent, only nodding occasionally.
It wasn't that he was cold-hearted; most of the hot-tempered Uchiha had left Konoha with Itachi.
Kenichi was actually a moderate member of the Uchiha clan.