Holding the key in his hand, Yasu looked at his future new home. It looked old and was an apartment type, with only this room belonging to him.
He didn't expect Hiruzen to be so efficient. He had just mentioned it last night, and now it had already been arranged for him.
However, this apartment building didn't seem to have any other residents. It should have been specially arranged for him by Hiruzen.
After all, the villagers of Konoha hated him very much.
At the same time, Yasu also wanted to laugh a little.
He clearly said last night that the ninjutsu matter wasn't urgent, but now he was asking a ninja to remind him to go to the Hokage Building once his injuries healed.
This wasn't urgent? It was practically written all over his face that 'I'm very anxious.'
Yasu opened the door and went inside.
The interior was very well arranged, and everything seemed to be complete.
Yasu plopped down on the sofa, which was quite comfortable.
He then looked at the clock on the wall. It was already 9 a.m.
Chiba didn't plan to go to the Hokage Building today, planning to go in a few days.
Since he was told to go to the Hokage Building after his injuries healed, there was no need to go so early.
His mind was now filled with the words Kushina had said to him last night.
Yasu was already a little eager to meet her.
However, he hadn't showered for a few days, and the smell of sweat on his body was a bit strong. Thus, he went back to his dilapidated little house and tidied up the things inside, including the standard katana he had exchanged for.
It had to be said that this standard katana was really good. After being tossed around by him so much last time, it only had a few nicks.
Yasu packed everything up and took it back to his new home, then took a shower before heading to the Ninja School.
The Ninja School was just having its lunch break at this time.
When Yasu arrived at the classroom, he happened to see Kushina clenching her fists and beating someone up. (Damn…)
When Kushina saw Yasu, her expression became very surprised.
"Yasu! You're out of the hospital?!"
Hearing the name "Yasu," everyone looked at him in unison.
Everyone didn't know that he was hospitalized. They didn't expect him to have disappeared for so many days because he was in the Ninja Hospital.
However, no one cared. On the contrary, they were gloating.
Kushina let go of the guy she was pinning down and trotted to Yasu's side, asking, "When did you wake up?"
Yasu smiled gently and said, "Last night, after you left after visiting me."
Kushina's eyes widened, and her face turned red all of a sudden. She stuttered, "You, weren't you unconscious? How would you know that I went to the Ninja Hospital to visit you yesterday?"
Yasu glanced around. He didn't want the others watch them talk.
So, he reached out and grabbed Kushina's small hand, "This isn't the place to talk. Let's go outside and talk."
Kushina's already flushed face was now as red as dripping blood. Her head was dizzy, and she was mechanically led out of the classroom by Yasu.
Yasu led Kushina to the small forest behind the Ninja School. After letting go of her hand, he noticed that Kushina's face was excessively red, and her eyes were dull, looking like she was in a daze.
Yasu reached out and waved in front of Kushina, "Kushina, Kushina, wake up!"
Coming back to her senses, Kushina took a step back in fright when she saw Yasu in front of her, "You, you..."
Kushina was now struggling to say a complete sentence.
Yasu chuckled and explained, "I was indeed unconscious last night, but my consciousness was very clear, and I could hear sounds around me."
Kushina lowered her head slightly, her voice so soft that Yasu couldn't hear it clearly unless he listened carefully which he did, "I see..."
Kushina's mind was in turmoil and filled with embarrassment.
She had clearly made up her mind to be friends with him, but at this moment, she couldn't say a word.
Kushina was so nervous that sweat was breaking out on her forehead, and wisps of white smoke were rising from her head.
Looking at Kushina's funny yet cute appearance, Yasu took a breath and said seriously to her, "Kushina, I'm also prepared!"
Kushina raised her head, looking at Yasu with some bewilderment, not understanding what his so-called preparation was.
Yasu said with a firm gaze, "I also want to be your friend, to be your friend for life! So... Kushina, are you willing to be friends with me?" (Marriage?)
He then reached out his hand to Kushina, waiting for her reply.
Kushina's brain was now completely shut-down, and her ears were ringing.
Kushina didn't make any movements and Yasu wasn't in a hurry either, maintaining his outstretched posture and silently waiting for her reply.
After a few minutes, Kushina's crashed brain finally restarted. She stretched out her small hand and shook his hand, saying in a low voice, "Okay, it's a deal. We'll be friends for life."
Yasu's smile was bright, and Kushina also smiled like a flower.
Both of them were very happy because they had finally made their first friend.
Yasu swore in his heart that he would definitely protect this smile.
Kushina was still a bit reserved at first, but after gradually letting go, she opened the floodgates and told Yasu about her experiences these days.
Those little devils who were looking for Kushina to trouble her had all been beaten into rotten tomatoes by her.
And Kushina had a new nickname at the Ninja School, Red Hot-Blooded Habanero.
Yasu chuckled.
Kushina pouted, displeased, "Yasu, do you also think that I'm very suitable for this nickname?"
Yasu shook his head with a smile, "Of course not. I just think you're amazing, Kushina. You can beat them all to the ground by yourself."
Kushina put her hands on her hips triumphantly, "That's for sure! I've never lost a fight!"
Then, Kushina lowered her head somewhat dejectedly.
Yasu asked in confusion, "Kushina, what's wrong?"
Kushina Uzumaki pinched a strand of hair, pouting as she asked, "Yasu, do you think my hair is ugly?"
Yasu put his hands on Kushina's shoulders, looked into her eyes, and said seriously, "Kushina, your hair is very beautiful, and you look very cute. You will definitely be even more beautiful in the future, so don't doubt yourself because of what others say. You are very good. No, you are the best!"
Kushina's cheeks, which had finally recovered, turned red again after he said this. She punched Yasu's chest and turned away shyly, holding her cheeks and saying, "I'm not as good as you say."
Yasu's face stiffened, and he reached out and rubbed his chest.
It had to be said that Kushina's strength was really great.
He almost couldn't catch his breath from the punch just now.
At this time, the bell rang, and the afternoon class was about to begin.
This time, Kushina took the initiative to grab his hand, turning her head and giving him a playful smile.
"Let's go, let's go to class!"