Under Uchiha Mirai's watchful eyes, Kurenai Yuhi and Asuma Sarutobi finished off the remaining bandits.
Cautiously, Kurenai approached Mirai. "Mirai… I'll never hesitate like that again. Please don't be angry, okay?"
"I'm not angry," Mirai said softly, touching her head. "Just remember the lesson today."
He didn't hold resentment. Unlike him, Kurenai and Asuma were young, facing life-and-death for the first time. It was natural for them to falter. Learning from mistakes was enough.
"Mirai, thank you so much this time. From now on… I'll listen to you," Asuma said, his voice tinged with lingering fear.
Mirai raised an eyebrow. "What did you say?"
"I said thank you for saving me. I'll never disobey your orders again!" Asuma shouted.
Mirai patted his shoulder. "I still like that stubborn streak of yours. Recover for a while."
Asuma gritted his teeth. "I really can't get along with this bastard…"
Nearby, Yuhi Shinku rushed over and patted Mirai's shoulder gratefully. Without timely intervention, disaster would have struck.
"I'll rest for a bit. Teach them the lesson first," Mirai said, moving to an open space and opening the system panel.
[Name: Uchiha Mirai]
[Constitution: 45]
[Spiritual Power: 42]
[Chakra: 29]
[Kekkei Genkai: Sharingan]
[Ninjutsu: Wind Style: Great Breakthrough!]
Physical fitness had risen by 7 points, mental strength by 8, and chakra by 1. Wind Style: Great Breakthrough had also been plundered—a half-month's worth of battle rewards.
Huh~
Feeling power surge through him, Mirai forced the murderous intent in his heart down. He craved strength, but would not attack innocents. Killing would be reserved for enemies. The system could aid him, but he would never become its slave.
He considered his future path. Originally, he planned to develop quietly during the upcoming Third Ninja World War, but today changed everything.
If there was no limit to the rewards from killing and looting, the war would be the perfect opportunity to increase his strength.
I wonder if killing White Zetsu triggers plunder rewards… One hundred thousand of them… how much power would that grant?
Mirai's thoughts lingered on a line that suited him perfectly: I bloom in the midst of carnage, like a flower at dawn. One day, his name would be praised across the ninja world.
…
Back in Konoha, after submitting the mission report, the team received 70,000 ryo. Yuhi Shinku got 40,000; the three Uchiha Mirai split the remaining 30,000 equally.
Mirai then bought fresh meat and headed toward the Uchiha clan territory.
He saw a young man with a bandaged arm helping an old lady across the road. Goggles hid his eyes, but bruises on his face were visible.
"Yo~" Mirai called.
Obito scowled. "Uchiha Mirai, stop talking nonsense!"
"This is my ninja medal," Obito boasted, still showing off injuries from his reckless bandit mission.
Mirai gave him a thumbs-up. "Too bad I don't have a trophy for you, otherwise I'd award it."
"Ah! Uchiha Mirai! I'm gonna kill you!"
The old lady smiled helplessly. "Mirai, don't bully Obito. He's kind-hearted."
Mirai spread his hands. "I didn't bully him—just said hello. He acted like he wanted to kill me."
Obito stomped furiously. Every conversation with him ignites my temper…
Gah, a ninja who can't control his temper will die miserably, Mirai thought, then turned and left. He harbored no positive feelings toward Obito, who had destroyed his family and killed his mentors—a lunatic in every sense.
Back home, Mirai cooked an elaborate feast: vinegar-stir-fried cabbage, spicy chicken, twice-cooked pork, Dongpo pork, and a whole grilled lamb chop.
After eating, he lay on the bed contentedly.
His greatest gain wasn't just the attribute points, but understanding how to rapidly increase strength through killing. The ninja world was approaching chaos again. He would use this time wisely—no mission could be paused.
-End Chapter-
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