"The Emperor's Four Guardians?"
Upon hearing Mirai's words, Yugao Uzuki and the others couldn't help but glance sideways at each other.
What a handsome name!
It definitely carried an air of prestige.
And...
Just from the name alone, they could already tell their future status would be extraordinary.
Where were the Anbu?
Where were the Shadow Guards?
Compared to the Emperor's Four Guardians, all of them were totally outclassed.
Anko Mitarashi was especially excited, clapping with delight. "I love this name! From now on, I'll be the captain."
"Hey, playboy senior, what do you think?"
Mirai shook his head. "Anko, I've already decided who the captain will be.
"Yugao will be your leader.
"When I'm not around, you must follow Yugao's orders."
Hearing that, Anko's expression instantly turned disappointed.
"What? But I joined first!"
"I met playboy senior earlier, went shopping and ate meals with him..."
"Everything was mine first..."
Seeing Anko's expression, Mirai smiled inwardly as he ruffled her hair. "Anko, you've been reading too many manga comics again, haven't you?"
Anko frowned and slapped his hand away. "Playboy senior, I'm already a grown woman now. Stop treating me like a child anymore."
Mirai secretly chuckled in his heart.
I remember clearly when each of you truly matured.
Not a single day of your springtime will go to waste.
"Hey! Playboy senior, what are you thinking about now?"
"Why does your expression look kind of... shady?"
Anko didn't dare to say the word 'lecherous,' just instinctively pulling her body back slightly.
Mirai took a sip of alcohol and calmly spoke, "Alright, no more chatting for now.
"As your personal guard, I've prepared rooms for you at my home.
"You can move in from now on."
After Konoha began its reconstruction project, Mirai Uchiha had re-planned the clan compounds for all ninja clans.
The Uchiha Clan compound had moved to the most prestigious location in the eastern part of Hidden Leaf Village.
His courtyard had also been renovated and expanded.
Even if a hundred people lived there, there would still be plenty of room to spare.
After hearing Mirai's arrangements, Yugao, Guren, and others didn't object and simply nodded in agreement.
Only Anko wore a smug expression.
"Playboy senior, you really don't have good intentions."
To this, Mirai replied dryly, "Then feel free to stay outside longer."
Mirai Uchiha bared her teeth and let out a soft "Tch～".
"If you don't want to stay, then don't. I won't fall for the tricks of a sleazy senior."
Mirai Uchiha did not say much in response, but simply signaled everyone to start cooking and eating barbecue.
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After having a meal, Mirai Uchiha led Yugao Uzuki and the others to the courtyard where she lived.
The courtyard was designed in the style of a traditional Chinese garden, with additional elements characteristic of ninja tradition incorporated into its design.
The courtyard looks ordinary from the outside, but inside it is extremely luxurious.
Glazed golden tiles, carved railings and jade-like masonry, intricately carved beams and painted pillars...
It is not an exaggeration to say that every step reveals a new scene.
Besides Yugao Uzuki, who they had already encountered before, Izumi Uchiha, Guren, and Anko Mitarashi were all shocked and widened their eyes.
This... this is just too beautiful!
They had never thought that a house could be built so beautifully.
Walking through the front yard, Mirai Uchiha led the group to a secluded courtyard.
"Yugao, you'll live here from now on. Let me show you the room."
Pushing open the door to the room, Izumi Uchiha and the others were once again shocked.
Even the most ordinary tables and chairs are carved with intricate patterns...
The entire room exudes a faint woody fragrance that smells refreshing and pleasant.
Mirai Uchiha had already anticipated the reactions of the few people.
He never deprives herself of material comforts.
Therefore, whether it's daily necessities like food, clothing, and expenses, or the houses and courtyards where they live, all are of the highest grade and craftsmanship in the entire ninja world.
Even the Daimyo of the Land of Fire would probably be so astonished as to keep his mouth wide open upon seeing it, not to mention others like Guren and Izumi.
"Is this our room?"
"Lord Future, you've gone to great trouble!"
As girls, Guren and Izumi Uchiha couldn't take their eyes off the room the moment they saw it.
Just thinking about being able to live in such a room in the future made them unable to suppress their excitement and joy.
Their affection for Mirai Uchiha has also been rising sharply.
Mirai Uchiha glanced at the quiet Anko Mitarashi beside her, then used Shikotsumyaku to create two short blades, engraving the Flying Thunder God and intricate sealing formulas onto them.
"These tantos are inscribed with the Flying Thunder God technique. If you encounter danger, channel chakra into the blade and I'll sense it immediately, appearing right beside you."
"Yugao, please introduce the functions of the short sword to them properly."
Yes.
Mirai Uchiha handed two short blades to Guren and Izumi Uchiha respectively.
Both of them wore expressions of gratitude on their faces.
This is made from the bones of Lord Mirai!
It's less like a weapon and more like a symbol of honor.
There must be very few people in the entire ninja world who've ever received such an honor, right?
Not long ago, they were just ordinary ninja—nothing special. But now, they've suddenly become members of The Emperor's Four Guardians...
It's almost too surreal.
Thinking of this, Izumi Uchiha and Guren knelt on one knee and said solemnly, "We pledge our lives to you, Lady Mirai!"
Seeing everyone getting along so well, Anko Mitarashi finally let her guard down.
Compared to that cold, shabby staff dormitory at the lab complex, this place is practically heaven.
And...
That bone blade she'd been dreaming about was taken by Izumi and Guren first!
At once, Anko wore a look of disappointment on her face: "I'm sorry, okay? Can I move in too? It would be great for us Four Guardians to live together and grow closer."
"And... and the bone blade... I want one too."
Already giving in, huh?
I thought you'd hold out a bit longer...
Mirai looked at Anko and slowly spoke, "Anko, when you do something wrong, you have to accept punishment. You should know that, right?"
Anko bit her lip and nodded slightly, speaking in barely a whisper: "I know..."
A slight smile tugged at the corners of Mirai's mouth.
"Yugao, you all go prepare your rooms first. Anko and I need to go out for a moment."
"Yes, Lady Mirai."
Yugao Uzuki and the others tried not to laugh out loud.
Anko, Anko... why did you have to go provoke Lady Mirai for no reason?
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