News of Mirai Uchiha defeating the Seven Swords of the Bloody Mist quickly spread throughout the village.
This further elevated Mirai Uchiha's reputation greatly.
If severing the Raikage's arm on the battlefield could be seen as luck, then wiping out all seven members of the Seven Swords was undeniable proof of Mirai's true strength.
Because in the entire ninja world, no one can defeat S-rank ninjas twice purely by chance!
As Mirai walked through the streets of Konoha, villagers turned to stare at him in astonishment.
If not for the Uchiha Clan's long-standing poor reputation among the villagers, Mirai would likely have already been hailed as the village hero.
Walking behind Mirai, Obito Uchiha looked on with envious eyes.
Man, wouldn't it be awesome if that was me instead?
Unlike Mirai, who always kept others at arm's length with his cold expression, he would eagerly run up to people and ask if they wanted his autograph.
(Note: The original sentence already contains a mix of English and Chinese. If the task is to translate the entire sentence into English, the result would be: "Unlike Mirai, who always kept others at arm's length with his cold expression, he would enthusiastically run up and ask whether they wanted his autograph.")
Just imagining that scene made him chuckle inwardly…
Heh heh heh…
"Obito, why are you smiling like an idiot?"
Rin Nohara asked curiously while looking at Obito Uchiha.
As everyone turned their attention toward her voice, Obito Uchiha quickly waved his hand: "Huh? Nothing at all. I'm definitely not jealous of Uchiha Mirai."
Pfft!
Kurenai Yuhi and Rin Nohara burst into laughter simultaneously.
This guy really is something—he basically says whatever he's thinking out loud!
Seeing Rin laughing cutely, Obito Uchiha stood there with his mouth slightly agape.
She's so beautiful.
Rin was truly adorable.
"Idiot."
Kakashi Hatake felt somewhat helpless when seeing Obito Uchiha's expression.
This guy and Mirai were complete opposites.
Chattering casually as they walked, the group soon reached a barbecue restaurant.
Inside the private room, Might Guy, Genma Shiranami, Ebisu, and several others were already waiting.
"Ohayo~"
Mirai greeted and casually found a seat to sit down.
Today's gathering was to celebrate how Might Guy managed to turn danger into safety, so several close friends came together to mark the occasion.
Except for Asuma Sarutobi.
Ever since realizing the gap between himself and Mirai Uchiha, Asuma had grown increasingly withdrawn.
Aside from going out on missions and mandatory training sessions, he hadn't dined with Mirai and others for quite some time.
"Mirai, thank you again this time."
"I'll drink to you!"
Once the food arrived, Might Guy lifted his cup and downed the drink in one gulp.
He felt profound gratitude toward Mirai Uchiha deep in his heart.
If not for Mirai, he probably wouldn't have made so many friends, let alone survived an encounter with the Seven Swords of the Bloody Mist.
It was Mirai who gave him everything he had now.
Feeling the burning sensation of alcohol, Might Guy made up his mind.
No matter what happened from now on, he would always stand firmly behind Mirai.
"Guy, you don't need to be so formal."
Mirai waved his hand and drank all the wine in his cup as well.
Although he occasionally found Kakashi, Guy, and the others extremely childish, Mirai didn't actually mind that feeling at all.
"Guy, can you tell us something about the Seven Swords of the Bloody Mist?"
"Of course I can."
Looking at everyone's curious eyes, Might Guy recited what he had prepared in advance.
To enhance his credibility, he even pulled out a pair of nunchaku: "If Mirai hadn't come to deliver ninja tools for me, my father and I might have actually died there."
Only after Might Guy finished recounting everything did Yuhi Kurenai, Ebisu, Shiranami Genma, and others finally sigh with relief.
Just from hearing Guy's description, they could already tell how dangerous it must have been.
Thank goodness...
Watching Mirai calmly eating barbecue nearby, Nohara Rin couldn't help but speak up: "Mirai-kun is indeed consistently outstanding. We're still unknown nobodies while Mirai has already become famous throughout the ninja world."
Originally focused on grilling barbecue for Mirai, Yuhi Kurenai suddenly felt a sense of crisis upon hearing Rin's words.
Oh no, someone else is eyeing her cabbage!
As Yuhi Kurenai was about to say something, Obito Uchiha's clearly resentful voice cut in: "If I had encountered those Mist ninja too, I'd definitely show them who's boss!"
Looking at Obito, who always carried that inexplicable confidence, everyone fell silent.
Even if you like Rin, there's no need to be so stubborn with your mouth?
Ebisu spoke up bluntly: "Obito, considering your skills, you shouldn't brag like that. You're not even half the ninja Mirai is."
Shiranami Genma also chimed in: "That's right. Mirai is the most outstanding ninja I've ever seen."
Yuhi Kurenai nodded in agreement, turning her gaze toward Obito: "Obito, bragging in front of girls doesn't exactly help your image, you know."
After hearing everyone's words, Obito Uchiha let out a disgruntled snort.
"I'm not trying to compete with Mirai Uchiha anyway. What's so great about him?"
"He's just *slightly* stronger, *marginally* better-looking, way more famous, a touch better at cooking, and maybe has a bit more cash…"
Obito's voice kept getting smaller as he continued, until he eventually couldn't bring himself to finish.
"Hahaha... Obito, even you have to admit how amazing Mirai is!"
"Sheesh, there are just too many good qualities to list."
"I'm so jealous. If only I could be like Mirai Uchiha and have so many great qualities."
Listening to the chatter around him, Mirai Uchiha took a sip of sake and sighed helplessly.
Everyone immediately turned their heads: "Mirai, what's wrong?"
Feeling their gazes upon him, Mirai Uchiha shook his head gloomily: "The very things you envy about me have always been my childhood burdens."
Upon hearing this, everyone suddenly felt as if they'd been slapped in the face. Even the yakiniku in their hands no longer tasted good.
Kurenai Yuhi's beautiful eyes sparkled with fascination.
That's exactly the feeling—so satisfying!
———
In Kirigakure,
Yagura Karatachi furiously tore the mission report in his hand into shreds.
Fuguki Suikazan and others had been gone on a mission for several days without any news, but initially he hadn't worried.
Because most members of the Seven Swords of the Bloody Mist had peculiar personalities, incidents like this weren't unusual.
But a few days ago, rumors surfaced claiming the Seven Swords had been killed by a brat from Konoha named Mirai Uchiha.
When Yagura first heard this, he scoffed in disbelief.
Those idiots in Konoha—if they're going to brag about their strength, at least make up something believable.
How could the Seven Swords possibly be defeated by some kid?
Moreover… even if that Mirai Uchiha who supposedly severed the newly appointed Fourth Raikage's arm really possessed the strength to defeat the Seven Swords, it was utterly absurd to think he could kill them all.
He'd sooner believe Fuguki Suikazan and the others had betrayed the village.
Yet as time passed, anxiety began gnawing at Yagura's heart.
Fuguki Suikazan and the rest seemed to have vanished from the world entirely, with absolutely no news for quite some time.
Under these circumstances, no matter how unbearable the truth might be, Yagura had no choice but to accept reality.
There was a very real chance that Fuguki Suikazan and the others were already dead!
Realizing this, Yagura roared furiously: "Issue the order—attack Konoha tonight!"
If Fuguki Suikazan and the others were already dead, under no circumstances could the Seven Sacred Blades fall into Konoha's hands!
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