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The official accounts are too good at this; it's practically their trademark move.
1L (Original Poster): These two screenshots of the hero saving the damsel in distress are perfect desktop wallpapers; they're clearly original artwork by the author. [Image], [Image].
2L: I have to say that Naruto's classic tropes are really top-notch. In the first part, Hashirama and Madara were such "good friends." If one of them had been a woman, world peace would have been achieved ages ago. In the second part, there was the slaying of Danzo and the snake... I thought after watching the first three episodes that Minato and Kushina would finally have a pure romance, but they gave me this kind of thing again.
3L: I can't take it, I absolutely can't take it (stuffing myself).
4L: All the main characters are handsome men and beautiful women. I'm looking forward to seeing what Kakashi and Naraku will look like in the future.
5L: Just kidding, when has the Uchiha Clan ever been anything but good-looking?
6L: Go check out the update from the Great Artist, Carp! She's already done it!
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11L: And these few more, [pictures], [pictures], [pictures]. I love seeing the little boy cry the most, hehehe, come to Auntie's arms.
12L: The person upstairs is a complete pervert, confirmed. Thanks, I'll take the picture.jpg
13L: The person upstairs and the person above that are both complete perverts, confirmed.
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22L: Kakashi will definitely become Naraku's salvation, right? QAQ
23L: Of course, otherwise why would the Animator have arranged them like that?
24L: I think it would be pretty cool if Naraku became a yandere, with lines like "Kakashi is mine alone," "I'll do anything for you," and "All I want is you."
25L: Are there any talented writers out there? Wouldn't that be exciting?
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A brief sketch of what Kakashi and Naraku would look like grown up.
1L (Original Poster): [Image].
2L: Carp-sensei, you are my goddess!
3L: That face, that waist, those legs... I'm dying!
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9L: Old Thief, did you see that? From now on, draw according to this!
10L: Naruto is amazing because of you!
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Naraku clicked on the picture and was immediately amazed by the impeccable art skills. The whole picture was full of dynamism and tension. The adult versions of Kakashi and himself seemed to be floating in the air with ease and naturalness. Their postures and gazes were slightly intimate, but there was nothing excessive about it.
The adult Kakashi looked almost identical to the original character, to the point that most girls in the Ninja World would blush at first glance. As for himself, he resembled Uchiha Izuna in his youth, which was probably deduced from his childhood appearance. In order not to look too immature, the artist also put a lot of effort into the eyes, making them look sharper. His hair was different from other Uchihas, being very smooth, probably to suggest that he had a gentler personality.
After silently thanking the artist for her thoughtfulness, Naraku saved the image to his System and then logged off the network, satisfied.
"System, how many Popularity Points do I have now?"
[Your Popularity Score is currently 2716 points.]
"Open the Store."
The System Shop was full of all kinds of items, including various Ninjutsu, Nature Release techniques, Kekkei Genkai, and even items from other worlds. Naraku even saw "Unlock One-Tomoe Sharingan" for 5,000 points.
The fifth and sixth episodes have only been airing for a little over two hours now, so my popularity should continue to rise. Reaching 5,000 shouldn't be a problem.
Because the Sharingan can only be awakened when the Uchiha clan experiences strong emotional stimulation, it was actually difficult for Naraku, as a transmigrator and "anime actor," to meet the conditions naturally. He could only purchase the ability to unlock it and make himself appear as if he had been stimulated to awaken the Sharingan at the right time.
Given his current situation, acquiring other abilities would be out of place; a single Tomoe would be more suitable, requiring less investment and yielding quick returns, which would greatly enhance his strength.
Moreover, he could take advantage of the opportunity to gain popularity again, killing two birds with one stone.
"Great, next I'll skip class and rest at home for a day, since I'm already in this state."
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Kakashi glanced at Naraku's usual spot every now and then, but it was always empty, and his anxiety grew stronger.
That guy hasn't come all day. Is he alright?
The image of Naraku covered in wounds kept flashing before his eyes; his fragility was completely unlike that of an Uchiha. He was so uneasy that he could hardly sit still.
During the second period, there was Shurikenjutsu practice. Kakashi couldn't hold back any longer. After Obito failed the throwing test again, he muttered a contemptuous "Dead Last." Obito took the bait and vowed to beat him to a pulp.
"Kakashi, don't get cocky. Let's have a match if you dare!"
Obito glanced into the distance, where Rin was looking in his direction because of his voice, and he became even more eager to make a good impression.
"Forget it, you loser. If you have half the strength of Uchiha Naraku, then come and fight me."
Kakashi rarely made such provocative remarks. Just as Obito was about to get angry again, he pretended to be nonchalant and asked the question that matters most to him: "Why isn't Uchiha Naraku here?"
"Huh? I don't know."
Obito, caught off guard by the change of topic, instinctively answered honestly. He scratched his head somewhat awkwardly, explaining, "That guy is very withdrawn, I don't know him well. Do you need to see him?"
Instead of providing any information, Obito curiously pressed Kakashi for details, making Kakashi even more irritated. Kakashi gave him a few perfunctory replies and then ignored him.
After finally getting out of school, Kakashi hurriedly left the Academy and headed towards the Uchiha Clan's territory. However, after running a few steps, he realized that he had no idea where Naraku's house was. Moreover, it was very difficult for outsiders to enter the Uchiha Clan's territory, let alone ask for someone's address inside.
Just as he was at a loss, he caught a glimpse of his homeroom teacher, Hoshino Akira, walking along the street, seemingly heading towards the Uchiha district.
"Hoshino-sensei."
Kakashi quickly caught up and, unusually, took the initiative to approach the teacher and greet him.
Hoshino Akira was surprised to run into Kakashi and replied with a hint of astonishment, "Oh, Kakashi? What are you doing here? I don't recall your house being this way."
"Sensei, you're the one heading that way. What are you doing there?"
"It's nothing serious. Uchiha Naraku hasn't been to school all day and hasn't asked for leave. I'd like to go and see what's going on."
Hoshino Akira smiled sheepishly, not minding that Kakashi didn't answer the question, and warmly invited him along. "Perfect timing, Kakashi. If you're free, come along. You're classmates, right?"
"Okay."
He was more than happy to tag along on this legitimate pretext.
With Hoshino Akira leading the way, Kakashi entered the Uchiha Clan's territory without encountering any difficulties.
When the homeroom teacher of the Ninja Academy comes to visit a student, even if it's a member of the Uchiha Clan, they won't deliberately try to stop him.
The two quickly arrived at the door of Uchiha Shinji's house. Hoshino Akira called out twice but received no response. He then gently pushed the door open.
"Excuse me, Mr. Shinji Uchiha!"
Hoshino Akira cautiously entered, explaining as he crept into the dimly lit living room, "I'm Hoshino from the Academy. Are you home?"
It was quiet all around, as if no one was home.
Kakashi followed him into the hallway, glanced into the living room, and noticed a few strands of long black hair hidden in a corner.
Reaching out to turn on the living room light, he saw Naraku, who had been unconscious for a long time, lying in the corner. His hair was disheveled, and there were many messy bloodstains on his body. His bandages were in disarray, with new wounds covering old ones. He looked much more seriously injured than when Kakashi had helped bandage him yesterday.
"Hello!"
Kakashi rushed over and helped him up. He was relieved to find that he was still breathing, but then he saw the numerous wounds on his hands, which was a shocking sight.
"How...?"
Hoshino Akira was both shocked and heartbroken, quickly checking Naraku's injuries.
"No, you must go to the hospital for treatment!"
Hoshino Akira picked up the unconscious student and rushed out of the house, forgetting that this was Uchiha Clan territory, heading to Konoha Hospital at the fastest speed he could muster.
Fortunately, the Shinji family lived on the outer edge of the clan's territory, where their neighbors were mostly ordinary civilian clansmen. Otherwise, he might have been intercepted by the Uchiha Clan before he could escape.