Looking at Mikoto's shy expression, Shun leaned close to her ear and asked, "Mikoto, your personality has always been passive. You specifically came to find me today, so you must have something on your mind you want to tell me, right?"
Mikoto buried her face in Shun's chest, hesitating for a moment. Then, she said, "Husband, Itachi is over 14 years old and still hasn't awakened his Mangekyo Sharingan. I know he has already learned Sage Mode and is very strong, but as a member of the Uchiha clan, the Mangekyo is always a hurdle. I hope you can help him."
Shun held Mikoto with his left hand and gently stroked her silky black long hair with his right hand.
"Mikoto, the awakening of the Mangekyo requires an opportunity, it cannot be forced. Moreover, Itachi's talent is very good, so don't worry. Even general Kage-level experts are no match for him now, so what do you have to worry about?"
Upon hearing this, Mikoto's eyes were filled with urgency.
With a hint of anxiety in her voice, she pleaded, "But Sasuke activated his three-tomoe Sharingan at 8 years old, and Itachi, after awakening his Sharingan at over 5 years old, is now over 14 years old and still stuck at the three-tomoe Sharingan. How can I not be anxious?"
Shun smiled helplessly, reaching out to pinch her cheek. "Sasuke has my blood and also has Yin Nine-Tails inside him, providing high-quality Yin Chakra, so activating the Three-Tomoe Sharingan is relatively easy."
"Moreover, awakening the Mangekyo is much, much harder than a three-tomoe Sharingan. It requires specific emotional impact or an opportunity, so it's not something I can help with just because I want to."
Mikoto looked into his eyes, a pleading look gradually appearing in her own, and her cheeks also flushed with a hint of shyness.
She hesitated for a long time before softly saying, "Husband, I know you have a way. At most... at most, I will agree to serve you together with Mei, as long as you can help Itachi awaken his Mangekyo."
A flicker of surprise flashed in Shun's eyes, and his arm holding Mikoto unconsciously tightened.
His gaze became somewhat fervent as he said, "Mikoto, really? Then I do have a way."
Hearing this, Mikoto was both annoyed and amused. She lightly punched his chest once, but the force was so gentle it was like a tickle.
"You're so naughty, using this as a condition."
Shun lowered his head and kissed her forehead, saying with a mischievous smile, "Don't worry, I always keep my word. I will definitely help Itachi. But you can't go back on your promise to me."
Mikoto's cheeks were flushed red as she buried her face back in his embrace, her voice as faint as a mosquito's buzz. "Mm... I won't go back on it."
Shun's heart was filled with joy, and he no longer delayed.
A golden spatial gate appeared around him, and he held Mikoto tightly in his arms. The next second, their figures appeared inside Mei's bedchamber.
Mei was sitting at her dressing table, removing her hairpins. Her reddish-brown curly hair cascaded over her shoulders. She was wearing a light blue nightgown, exuding charm.
Seeing the two suddenly appear, she was first startled, then a playful glint flashed in her eyes.
A charming smile appeared on her lips as she said, "Oh, Mikoto-nee is here too. It seems you have good news for me?"
Shun didn't say a word, stepping forward and taking Mei's hand.
Mei didn't resist, rising to her feet and leaning close to Shun's chest, her tone carrying a hint of teasing. "Husband, where are you taking us? It couldn't be what you mentioned last time..."
Before she could finish her sentence, space twisted again. This time, the scene before the three of them completely changed.
It was no longer the palace of the Land of Water. Above their heads was a vast starry sky. Below their feet was a floating castle, suspended above the clouds.
The castle walls were made of translucent white crystals, shimmering with brilliant light under the starlight.
Outside the castle, one could see the most beautiful surface scenery of the Nameless Planet.
Large patches of peach blossoms swayed in the wind, and in the distant forest, animal calls could be heard, a scene full of vitality.
Shun took the two to the large master bedroom. The bedroom was spacious and bright, with a snow-white fox fur rug on the floor, and huge floor-to-ceiling windows that offered a panoramic view of the starry sky and the planet's scenery.
On the table by the bed were fresh flowers brought from the Ninja World, and a faint, soothing incense permeated the air.
Shun released their hands and walked to the floor-to-ceiling bed.
Then he looked at Mei with a playful glint in his eyes and said, "Mikoto has already agreed to me, she wants to serve me with you. Hehehe, Mei, you won't refuse me, will you?"
Mei immediately cooperated by taking a step back, pretending to be scared as she fell onto the large bed.
She propped herself up with her hands behind her, her voice carrying a hint of coquetry. "No... Husband... I'm so scared... Don't come over!"
As she spoke, she deliberately pulled down the neckline of her nightgown, revealing her delicate collarbone, her eyes full of amusement.
Mikoto stood by, her cheeks flushing even redder at this scene. But remembering her previous promise, she took a deep breath, and walked to the bedside.
She softly said, "Mei, stop fooling around."
Mei smiled and sat up from the bed. She took Mikoto's hand, and whispered in her ear, "Mikoto-nee is still shy? Don't worry. With me here, you won't be at a disadvantage."
As she spoke, she didn't forget to wink at Shun.
Shun stepped forward, and sat between the two of them. He reached out to pull them both into his embrace.
Mikoto's body was still a bit stiff, but Mei leaned naturally against his shoulder, her fingertips gently stroking his chest.
"This is our secret base. We spend 24 hours here, but only 1 hour passes in the Ninja World, so we have plenty of time."
Mikoto leaned against Shun's other side, feeling his body warmth, and the shyness in her heart gradually dissipated.
She looked up at the starry sky outside the window, then at Mei beside her, and suddenly felt that such a time might also be a rare kind of happiness.
Mei, on the other hand, played with Shun's fingers, her tone carrying a hint of curiosity. "Husband, do you really have a way to help Itachi awaken his Mangekyo? Don't lie to Mikoto-nee."
Shun chuckled softly. He lowered his head, and kissed the top of her head.
"Don't worry, when have I ever lied to you? When I find a good time, I will help Itachi awaken his Mangekyo."
His gaze shifted between their faces, and his tone became ambiguous. "It's time to fulfill your promises."
Under the starry sky, the flying castle's gentle lights reflected the figures of the three on the floor-to-ceiling windows.
The wind from the Nameless Planet blew in through the window, carrying the scent of peach blossoms, and also dispelled all worries.
Mikoto gradually relaxed her body, leaning into Shun's embrace.
Mei, on the other hand, actively leaned in and kissed Shun's lips.