Naruto Uchiha Rong Lin

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After hanging out with a group of classmates, eating some snacks, and chatting about trivial topics, the sky gradually darkened as night fell. The group of kids eventually went their separate ways. Since their paths were aligned, Rong Lin courteously escorted Yuhi Kurenai back home. Along the way, he told a few light-hearted jokes that made Kurenai giggle uncontrollably.

This small interaction brought them closer together.

"Uchiha Rong Lin, see you later! You're really fun to be around—I never noticed before. I hope we can hang out again sometime," Kurenai said with a cheerful wave before parting ways.

Rong Lin smiled and nodded. "Of course, there will be another chance, as long as you don't find me annoying. I'll come looking for you."

"That's great! I'll hold you to your word. If you don't keep it… Hmph!" Kurenai playfully narrowed her eyes and raised a tiny fist in mock threat, eliciting an amused laugh from Rong Lin.

It was clear that Kurenai had formed a good impression of him; otherwise, she wouldn't have actively suggested meeting again or been so delighted by his agreement.

As Kurenai walked away, Rong Lin's lips curled into a faint smile.

Asuma, I wonder if this would make you jump in anger? I'm quite looking forward to seeing your reaction.

Though Rong Lin possessed the mind of an adult, that didn’t mean he couldn’t indulge in childish antics now and then—especially when it came to irritating someone he disliked. Why not enjoy himself while doing so? Besides, it was just kids playing around; Rong Lin harbored no ill intentions toward Kurenai.

"Oof!"

Lost in thought, Rong Lin suddenly collided with someone, knocking him off balance and sending him tumbling to the ground. To his surprise, he realized he'd bumped into a woman—and not just any woman, but one with surprising strength. Otherwise, she wouldn't have sent him sprawling like that.

How did he know she was a woman? Simple: the soft bump against his head and the faint scent of flowers wafting through the air.

A pile of bread and other items scattered across the ground as startled exclamations rang out.

"Ah, are you okay? I'm so sorry—I wasn't paying attention!" the woman apologized hastily.

The first thing Rong Lin noticed was her striking red hair.

Uzumaki Kushina!

The name immediately sprang to mind. There was only one person in the Hidden Leaf Village with such vibrant crimson locks—the Nine-Tails' Jinchūriki, Uzumaki Kushina, also known as Minato Namikaze’s girlfriend and the fiery-tempered "Little Pepper."

Her red hair was a hallmark of the Uzumaki clan, once a powerful lineage that had tragically fallen victim to near extinction under mysterious circumstances. The connection between their demise and the Tailed Beasts was undeniable, as evidenced by attempts to kidnap Kushina from the village.

"I'm fine. Hello, Kushina," Rong Lin said casually as he dusted himself off, surprised to meet her in such an unexpected manner.