Chapter 107: Chapter 107: Poor Obito
Konoha.
Anbu Headquarters.
"🎵 The singer cares not for a nation's fall, singing Twin Sticks across the river~ Ho-ho-ha-hei~ Quickly use the nunchaku~ 🎵"
Obito hummed a cheerful tune to himself as he changed into casual clothes, ready to leave Anbu Headquarters.
After working non-stop for seven days, he was finally getting a three-day break.
"Heh, it's been so long since I spent time with Rin... finally, some time to get closer. Hehehe."
"I wonder if she's worn those fishnet stockings I gave her last time... Do they feel as nice as silk stockings?"
Come to think of it, fishnet designs were incredibly popular in the ninja world, so much so that even boys seemed to like them. Take Shikamaru, Naruto, Itachi, Gaara, and even Jiraiya as examples—huh?
Just as Obito stepped out of the Anbu gate, he was stopped by another operative.
"Uchiha Obito, the Third Hokage has a mission for you. Please come with me."
Obito froze in place, utterly stunned.
What bad luck! This was like a panda ordering takeout—straight-up bamboo delivery!
"Just when I finally get a break... And you throw a mission at me!"
In Anbu, there was no such thing as compensatory leave. If you lost your vacation, it was gone for good.
Obito forced a smile and said, "Alright, give me a moment to change."
With a heavy heart, he changed back into his still-warm Anbu uniform and begrudgingly followed the operative to the Hokage's office.
The Third Hokage greeted him with a stern expression and tossed him a scroll.
"Obito, I have an important mission for you."
"This is a matter of great significance, so stay sharp and give it your all."
Opening the scroll, Obito's eyes widened.
An S-rank mission?!
(A mission involving classified, nation-level secrets.)
As he read further, understanding dawned on him.
Oh… a task to escort Princess Yuki back to her homeland.
Of course, it had to land on me.
Sigh… This is what they call lifting a rock only to drop it on your own foot.
Obito handed the scroll back to the Hokage and said, "I've read it, Third-sama."
The Hokage took back the scroll, took a puff of his pipe, and said, "This mission is under your full command. Two Anbu squads will accompany you—ensure the safety of both the delegation and Princess Yuki."
Obito nodded firmly. "Understood, Third-sama."
"Good."
The Hokage's expression softened, replaced by a kind smile.
"By the way, you seem to have a decent relationship with Yuki. I imagine you've already guessed her identity?"
Obito replied without hesitation, "I've had some suspicions, but I wasn't certain."
The Hokage gave a slight nod. "Alright, go make your preparations. Departure is tomorrow at dawn."
"Yes!"
Leaving the Hokage's office, Obito walked through the village deep in thought.
"Hmm, if word about the mission to the Land of Rain spreads..."
"The Lands of Earth and Wind will undoubtedly send people to intercept the delegation, doing whatever they can to disrupt an alliance between the Land of Fire and the Land of Rain."
He chuckled to himself.
"Now that the three nations have signed peace treaties, those ambushing the delegation will likely be mysterious 'bandits,' right?"
Returning to Anbu, Obito swiftly changed into his casual clothes again and hurried to Konoha Hospital.
He was an adult now, and today, no one was going to stop him from spending time with Rin!
...
Konoha Hospital.
A handsome male doctor hovered near a young woman, chatting incessantly.
"Nohara, how about dinner tonight?"
"The hospital's promotion exams are coming up. I have a friend on the review panel who could help you out."
The woman, Nohara Rin, responded with a polite but firm smile.
"No need, Kishimoto. I'm confident I can pass the assessment on my own."
A flash of annoyance crossed Kishimoto's face.
He'd invested so much time and effort into pursuing this woman. To win her heart, he'd even broken things off with all his other girlfriends.
Yet no matter how he tried, Rin remained indifferent.
Usually, his family's wealth, good looks, and medical prowess were enough to make women fall for him with just a crooked finger.
But this Nohara Rin? Completely unappreciative! She even had the gall to use the excuse of having a boyfriend to reject him.
A boyfriend? So what?
I have a wife—did I say anything about it?
If we're truly in love, what's wrong with sharing? Four people can live happily together!
Kishimoto's patience had run dry.
His voice turned cold. "You know, Nohara, hard work doesn't always lead to success. Don't you agree?"
Rin's expression shifted, her irritation evident.
"Are you threatening me, Kishimoto?"
With a sinister smile, Kishimoto replied, "Don't misunderstand, Nohara. I'm merely sharing some insight."
"Miss this chance at promotion, and who knows when the next one will come?"
"I just think knowing the right people could help your career. Don't you agree?"
Kishimoto leaned closer, his tone dripping with malice.
In his mind, this veiled threat was enough to make Rin obedient.
Although he preferred a more consensual approach, sometimes coercion added its own spice.
Rin's patience finally snapped, and just as she was about to push him away—
"Who the hell are you? Get away from my girlfriend!"
The arrogant voice startled everyone.
The next moment, Kishimoto felt a powerful force slam into him, sending him flying.
The onlookers began whispering, some even cheering.
"Ha! That lecherous butterfly finally got what he deserved!"
"But won't Nohara face trouble for this later?"
"Shh! Don't let that coward hear you."
"What a shame, though… Rin's such a nice girl."
Seeing who had arrived, Rin's face lit up with joy.
"Obito-kun! What are you doing here?"
With a broad grin, Obito replied, "Hehe, I came to pick you up from work!"
Meanwhile, Kishimoto got up, his face flushed with rage. The woman he'd pursued for so long was now wrapped tightly in another man's arms.
Furious, he stormed over to Obito, jabbing his finger into his chest.
"You dare cross me?! I could have your girlfriend fired with just a word!"
Obito blinked, feigning confusion.
"Really? And do you believe I can make you disappear without saying a word?"
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