Chinya was determined to solve Kakashi's problem of rapidly draining chakra and had considered three possible solutions.
The third method Chinya thought of was Sage Mode.
Since Kakashi had already formed a contract with Ryuchi Cave, he qualified to learn the Sage Arts from there.
However, mastering the Sage Arts of Ryuchi Cave was arguably even more difficult than Cursed Seal transformation.
Still, if successful, it would significantly enhance Kakashi's power.
In the end, Chinya decided to abandon the idea of using the Cursed Seal and instead have Kakashi learn the Yin Sealing Technique and train in Sage Mode at Ryuchi Cave.
But these would have to be done one after the other.
First, Kakashi would learn the Yin Sealing Technique to store chakra during normal times, allowing him to engage in prolonged battles and escape his embarrassing "five-second man" status.
Only then would Kakashi be eligible to study Sage Mode at Ryuchi Cave.
Otherwise, if Kakashi ran out of chakra, he would definitely undergo snake transformation and be immediately devoured by the White Snake Sage's subordinates.
Chinya said to Kakashi, "Kakashi, regarding your issue of excessive chakra consumption, I have two ways for you to resolve it. The first is learning the Yin Sealing Technique, which involves storing chakra in the seal during daily life and releasing it when needed.
Kushina knows this sealing technique, so you'll begin learning the Yin Sealing Technique from her.
As for the second method, I won't tell you until you've mastered the first one. Otherwise, you won't qualify to know it."
Kakashi nodded and replied, "Yes, Chinya-sensei."
Chinya stood up and said, "Alright, then follow me home. Kushina has been wondering why you've been coming over for dinner less often lately."
Kakashi's eyes immediately went blank—like a stunned goldfish.
Why had he been visiting their house less frequently?
Because he wanted to avoid being the third wheel!
On the way home, Chinya thought that after the wedding, he'd first recall Yahiko to assess the progress of the Xiao organization, then visit Ryuchi Cave to see if he could master its Sage Mode.
If he failed, he'd simply exchange Witness Points for it.
Chinya had no qualms about spending Witness Points on Sage Mode—he valued results, especially since Sage Arts were genuinely powerful.
This way, when Kakashi eventually decided to cultivate Sage Mode, Chinya would be able to offer some useful guidance.
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Time passed day by day.
The wedding ceremony of Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki followed a traditional Shinto ritual held at Inari Shrine, a sacred site in the Land of Fire.
Therefore, Chinya made several visits to the shrine, consulting with the shrine attendants about the procedures and preparations required for the ceremony.
Once everything was completely prepared, all that remained was to wait for the wedding day itself.
Seven days passed.
The wedding of Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki was about to begin at Inari Shrine.
Orochimaru, as Chinya's senior, stood together with Kakashi at the shrine gate to greet arriving guests.
Wedding guests arrived one after another, bringing gifts and entering the shrine.
Inside the dressing room at the shrine,
Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki had already put on their formal wedding attire.
Chinya Uzumaki's wedding outfit was a formal overcoat called a "hakama," worn over the inner small-sleeve kimono. Kushina Uzumaki wore traditional kimono attire with a white cotton headdress symbolizing protection against evil spirits.
Kushina Uzumaki looked extremely nervous, twisting her hands together. Chinya softly rested his hand on her shoulder and gave her a reassuring smile. "Relax, there's nothing to worry about. Just follow the ceremony as we practiced at home."
Kushina Uzumaki took several deep breaths but quickly winced in anxiety. "I can't help it, Chinya! I'm still so nervous!"
Chinya took Kushina Uzumaki's hands into his own. "Don't worry, I'll always be by your side."
A wave of relief passed through Kushina Uzumaki as she broke into a smile and nodded firmly.
At that moment, the dressing room door opened and Kakashi stood in the doorway. "Sensei, Sensei's wife, it's time. The wedding is starting."
Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki exchanged smiles.
Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki both stood up from their chairs, still holding hands as they left the dressing room.
Standing before the main hall, Kakashi entered first and loudly announced: "The bride and groom now enter!"
Chinya gently squeezed Kushina Uzumaki's hand and whispered, "Let's go."
Hand in hand, Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki walked into the shrine's main hall.
As they stepped into the hall, loud applause erupted from the gathered guests.
Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki stood before the altar, waiting for the ceremony to begin.
Orochimaru stepped forward and announced, "[Harae]! Purification ritual begins."
"The purification ritual, or harae, was meant to cleanse the couple's bodies and spirits before the gods."
The priest recited harae-no-kotoba while sprinkling holy water over Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki, purging any misfortunes from their lives.
Once the purification ritual was complete,
Orochimaru continued, "[Norito]! Now it's time to recite blessing prayers."
The priest presented prayer scrolls dedicated to the gods, beginning to read aloud, announcing Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki's marriage to the deities and praying for divine blessings upon them.
Once the prayer reading finished, Orochimaru announced, "[Sansan no Gi]! The three offerings ritual begins!" (a traditional Japanese wedding ceremony where bride and groom exchange sake three times)
A shrine maiden carried a sake jug and two cups, handing one cup each to Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki.
The sake used in this three offerings ritual was called "sansankudo" (meaning three times three), symbolizing that exchanging sake nine times through triple offerings represented everlasting love and lifelong companionship.
Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki offered sake thrice, each time offering three sips - totaling nine sips, finishing all the sacred sake poured by the shrine maiden.
Although the cups were tiny, drinking so many sips in a row made Kushina's cheeks flush pink.
Chinya quietly asked, "Are you okay?"
Kushina Uzumaki returned the cup to the shrine maiden with a smile. "Of course I am!"
The guests seated below chuckled happily at the sight.
Minato Namikaze gently held Uzumaki Miyuki's hand beside him, flashing her a warm smile.
From Minato Namikaze's gaze, Miyuki seemed to understand something, blushing deeply and lowering her head.
When Hiruzen Sarutobi and Biwako Sarutobi saw Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki getting married, they recalled their own wedding day. The couple exchanged a warm smile before being the first to break into applause.
After the applause faded, the ceremony continued. Orochimaru announced, "The bride and groom shall recite their vows to the gods."
Orochimaru handed the couple copies of the wedding vows.
After bowing to the deities, Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki began reading aloud. As they reached the end, they locked eyes and spoke in unison: "From this day forth, I, Chinya—I, Kushina Uzumaki—will stand by your side always, loving you and building a happy home together."
A Shinto priest stood before Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki holding two tamagushi—sacred branches of evergreen adorned with shide paper, symbols of purification and devotion.
Seeing that the priest was ready, Orochimaru declared, "Next comes the offering of the tamagushi—sacred branches symbolizing the guests' blessings."
Chinya and Kushina Uzumaki accepted the tamagushi from the priest. They turned them halfway clockwise, held the base toward the deities, and performed two bows followed by two claps. Finally, with one last bow in the traditional manner, they placed the tamagushi before the shrine.
This marked the final stage of the wedding ceremony: "Now begins the san-san-kudo, the ceremonial sharing of sake!"
Chinya raised his voice to thank everyone. "Thank you all for being here to share this special moment with us. Let's drink together from the ceremonial sake—may our happiness be blessed!"
Chinya, Kushina Uzumaki, and all the guests lifted their cups and drank.
Once finished, everyone simultaneously offered blessings:
"Chinya! Kushina! Congratulations on your marriage!"
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