Ohnoki: "This Naruto is kind of treacherous! He actually wants to use Kakashi's blood…"
Jiraiya: "Kakashi is already extremely weak. It's not just a matter of blood anymore—it's his life we're talking about!"
Hatake Kakashi: "No, I'm not suffering from kidney deficiency. I'm just... drained."
Might Guy: "Then let me stay with you, my eternal rival and good friend!"
Hatake Kakashi: "Guy, please... have some self-respect!"
Yūhi Kurenai: "You two really do have a great relationship."
Konoha's White Fang: "The beheading sword? What a shame! If I gave it to Kakashi, maybe he could revive my sword style—Konoha's White Fang technique!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi: "True, White Fang. Ever since your death, your unique swordsmanship has been lost to time. It's been a great loss for Konoha."
Konoha's White Fang: "Third Hokage... I was too extreme in the past. And Kakashi—my son—you've endured a lot of cold stares over the years."
Hyuga Hiashi: "???"
Konoha's White Fang: "I meant cold glares! Not cold... stares."
Hatake Kakashi: "..."
Kakashi: "It's alright, Father. It's all in the past. Now, I have my own ninja path... and things I want to protect."
Nohara Rin: "Kakashi really is becoming more and more mature... Mature men are so handsome."
Uchiha Obito: "Actually, Rin... I've matured too!"
Nohara Rin: "Yeah. I really miss those days with you two."
Uchiha Obito: "Don't worry, Rin. I'll definitely fulfill your wish."
Nohara Rin: "Eh? Obito…"
---
Pure Land.
Nohara Rin sat quietly in the Pure Land, a little shy and confused.
Could it be... Obito actually knows how I feel?
The one she truly liked, from beginning to end...
Was always Kakashi.
As for Obito—he had always been the best friend. Kind, brave, dependable...
"I just hope Obito will understand one day..."
---
[Black screen fades back to Team 7's battle with the demon Zabuza.]
Kakashi was panting heavily, vision blurred.
Although he hadn't fought for long, he was already low on Chakra.
Naruto had originally planned to "borrow" a bit of blood, but judging by Kakashi's condition now...
That was no longer an option.
"Sensei Kakashi, are you okay?" Sakura asked with concern, stepping forward to support him.
"I'm fine... just overused Chakra."
Naruto tilted his head, confusion painted across his face.
"Brother Kazi, what the heck did you do to him?"
"From start to finish, he only used two Water-Style techniques. And now he's like this?"
"This is what they call an Elite Jōnin? Seriously?! Bah!"
Kakashi: "..."
---
[Commentary from the viewing world resumes.]
Sarutobi Asuma: "Even though Kakashi's my brother-in-arms... I have to admit—he kinda sucks."
Yūhi Kurenai: "Now I'm curious. How did Kakashi-senpai fight in the past?"
Fourth Raikage: "Your Jōnin from Konoha... I don't know what to say."
Ohnoki: "Seems Hatake Kakashi's reputation was a bit inflated."
Senju Tsunade: "Hmph, what's this? You want to compare Chakra reserves with Konoha ninja? You dare challenge me?"
Fourth Raikage: "This Raikage doesn't gamble with women!"
Ohnoki: "I don't bet with people younger than me!"
Senju Tsunade: "Tch..."
Senju Hashirama: "Actually, Kakashi's lack of Chakra is because he's not an Uchiha. Sharingan drains Chakra like crazy."
Senju Tobirama: "Wait... if he's not Uchiha, where did he get the Sharingan?"
Namikaze Minato: "It was a gift from my former subordinate, Uchiha Obito. He was mortally wounded on a mission, and before he died, he gave his newly awakened Sharingan to Kakashi."
Senju Tobirama: "I see. That Obito was a good member of the Uchiha clan."
Uchiha Obito: "..."
---
Obito recalled that day vividly.
Crushed under a giant boulder, half his body paralyzed, no chance of rescue...
He made a decision.
With great effort, he removed his eye and gave it to Kakashi.
Not because of pride. But because—
It was Rin who operated on him.
He still remembered her gentle hands brushing his cheek.
Even through the agony, her touch brought warmth.
That soft sensation... remained in his heart even now.
Whenever he pushed himself to the limit, he would remember that moment.
"Rin…"
Black Zetsu, standing nearby, couldn't help but complain.
"This guy is something else. Didn't even need anesthesia to dig out his eye!"
---
Kakashi's overexertion forced Team 7 to retreat and rest at Tazuna's house.
But Naruto hadn't been slacking off either.
While Kakashi recovered, the team continued their Chakra control training—specifically, the tree-walking technique.
Of course, Naruto had mastered this stuff years ago.
Not only did he skip the training, he even became the teacher.
Ever since his "accidental" close encounter with Sakura last time, Naruto felt like he had discovered a new world.
This time, he was smarter.
He stood under the tree Sakura trained on, and every time she fell...
Naruto caught her tightly in his arms.
Of course, his hands would "accidentally" explore a little, purely to understand the differences between people.
Sakura's body wasn't just soft—it smelled incredibly sweet.
This reminded Naruto of that purple-haired beauty—Uzuki Yugao.
She also had a wonderful scent.
Naruto vowed that next time he saw her, he would interact with her more!
---
Meanwhile...
Moonlight Gai: "???"
Mao Yue Xi Yan: "Don't worry, Ji Feng. Naruto's just a kid!"
Moonlight Gai: "Are you sure?"
Uzuki Yugao: "In another world... maybe I admire Naruto, but I would never act recklessly."
Jiraiya: "I have a feeling Moonlight Gai is going to turn into Green Light Gai…"
Moonlight Gai: "..."
---
While Naruto was busy exploring the wonders of life...
Sasuke trained tirelessly, frowning with frustration.
He couldn't even manage to walk up a tree.
Just moments ago, he watched Naruto stroll to the top effortlessly.
Even with a broken beheading sword on his back!
"Damn it! Is the gap between me and Naruto really this big?"
On one side, Sasuke gritted his teeth, full of unwillingness.
On the other side, Naruto and Sakura laughed and cheered.
Sakura even purposely fell a few times... just to enjoy Naruto's embrace again.
---
Deidara: "Thank goodness the Uchiha brat didn't notice. Sakura's already mastered the Chakra control technique. If he found out, he'd die of rage!"
Orochimaru: "Sasuke-kun, you disappoint me. It's just tree climbing! I learned that in a couple tries back then."
Jiraiya: "You're a snake. Of course you're good at climbing trees! But humans and snakes are different, Orochimaru."
Orochimaru: "Hmph. You're just embarrassed it took you three days."
Orochimaru: "Even Tsunade—known for her raw strength—mastered it in one day."
Uzumaki Naruto: "Pervy Sage, you were as slow as me?!"
Jiraiya: "Idiot! I'm a genius!"
Senju Tsunade: "Funny, I don't recall you ever being a genius."
Hiruzen Sarutobi: "Jiraiya... back then, you were definitely less talented than Orochimaru and Tsunade."
Orochimaru: "I never expected to hear two truths come from Sensei's mouth!"
Sarutobi Hiruzen: "Orochimaru, shut up!"
---
Shimura Danzo: "Haha! Finally, I can speak again! Just now, that monkey—"
Sarutobi Hiruzen: "You shut up too!"
Danzo had just started his rant...
And found himself muted once again!
His face darkened.
"Damn you, Sarutobi... abusing power even in death!"
"This is exactly why I said Konoha must not be handed over to you!"
Aburame Torune: "Danzo-sama is right! I fully support you as the Hokage!"
Danzo: "What use is your support?"
Aburame Torune: "…"