Tenzo was punctual as always, bringing breakfast to Itsuki early in the morning.
The meals were nutritionally balanced yet delicious.
Itsuki felt his taste buds had become spoiled; he had truly become a spoiled child.
If Tenzo ever stopped delivering meals, Itsuki might really struggle to get used to it.
After a moment of thought, Itsuki asked, "Teacher Tenzo, you said before that you've always been alone, right?"
Tenzo nodded, a little confused. "I've already told you my story. I was an orphan from a very young age, which is why I was captured and used as an experimental subject.
"At first, I worked for Danzo-sama in the Root Organization, then I was transferred to the Anbu under the Hokage and have followed the Third Hokage ever since."
Itsuki said with genuine admiration, "People like you are the true ninjas. You've always worked in the shadows, yet you protect the light. You are more like the foundation of Konoha than someone hypocritical like Danzo."
"Ahaha!" Tenzo chuckled, embarrassed by the praise. "I'm not as great as you say. In all of Konoha's history, or even the entire ninja world, I'm just a small figure. I don't even deserve a place on the stage."
"No! Teacher Tenzo, you are too self-deprecating!" Itsuki said earnestly. "Just because you are the only person in Konoha besides me who can use Wood Release, you will leave a lasting mark on the history of the ninja world.
"My admiration for you flows like a river, erupts like a volcano—it is unstoppable!"
"It's over, it's over!" Tenzo wiped his cold sweat, helpless. "Come on, what exactly are you trying to say? Are you out of money and want to borrow from me?"
Itsuki laughed heartily. "I'm speaking from the heart. Although I'm not short on money, if Teacher Tenzo insists on giving it to me, I can accept it."
Tenzo was speechless. "What exactly are you trying to say?" he asked unhappily.
"I just feel that since Teacher Tenzo has been alone, and my house is so big, it would seem empty if you lived there alone. Why don't you move in and live with me?" Itsuki said seriously.
Tenzo was stunned. An indescribable warmth surged through his chest—like stepping into a heated room on a cold winter day and drinking a bowl of steaming ginger soup.
"Are you… serious?" Tenzo's voice choked slightly.
"Of course!" Itsuki gave a thumbs-up. "Teacher Tenzo has been so kind to me that even giving you the entire house wouldn't repay your kindness.
"But I also know that even if I did, you probably wouldn't want it. So choose any place to live: the master bedroom, the second bedroom, the guest room on the second floor, or the east or west courtyard. Move in today! Living here will also make it easier for you to teach me in the future."
Tenzo was deeply moved. If he hadn't cared about his dignity as a teacher, he might have cried.
"Okay! I'll move in," Tenzo said, tilting his head back to suppress tears.
"Forget about the main building—I'll take the west courtyard. It'll make teaching you easier. Even though you're stronger than me now, your life experience is far less than mine. You've just joined the Anbu and are unfamiliar with many procedures. I need to guide you step by step."
Itsuki noted Tenzo's stubbornness but didn't comment, feeling happy inside.
It was perfect—Tenzo moving in meant the house would no longer feel empty, and Itsuki would have someone capable of guarding the house.
Several girls in the group had been his first choice to move in, but none were suitable. The four beauties of Konoha all had families, and Karin had not yet arrived in Konoha.
As for Anko Mitarashi, although she lived alone, Itsuki worried that letting her move in might cause him to "lose his purity."
After thinking it over, Itsuki felt Tenzo was the most suitable.
He was an elite Jonin and could also help guard the house. Itsuki had already drawn up renovation blueprints, which Tenzo could use.
Moreover, Itsuki knew Tenzo ran three times a day—he wouldn't need to worry about that if Tenzo lived here. Perfect!
Of course, they couldn't move immediately—they still had to punch in at the Anbu. Today was Itsuki's first day at work.
Tenzo had planned to guide Itsuki personally for a few days, but the Third Hokage had already assigned a mission to him directly.
Team 8 and Team 10 were tasked with a joint C-level mission: clearing bandits near Koike Village, 100 kilometers from Konoha.
Although composed of novice Genin, the teams were accompanied by leading Jonin, so safety wasn't a major concern.
Still, the Third Hokage wanted Anbu members to accompany them as a precaution. The priority was for the Genin to gain experience without risking their lives.
Itsuki was selected as one of the Anbu representatives, leaving Tenzo to organize the other.
Team 8 and Team 10 had begun field missions, so Team 7 would follow later. Itsuki going first would allow him to gain experience safely.
"Fortunately, it's just a bandit-clearing mission. With two Jonin present, you won't be needed for combat," Tenzo reassured him.
However, he still gave Itsuki precautions and assigned a partner from the Anbu.
"Her name is Tsubaki… ahem, her code name is 'Chun'!" Tenzo introduced. "Although she is only Chunin-level, her theoretical foundation is solid, and her knowledge is vast. She's the perfect partner for you."
Then Tenzo introduced Itsuki to Tsubaki.
Itsuki's code name in the Anbu was "Dragon."
Because this mission was mainly Itsuki's responsibility, he would be the team leader, while Tsubaki would play a supporting role.
Tsubaki wore standard Anbu attire with an average build. Her short, dark purple hair resembled Hinata's but was darker. A cat-faced mask covered her face.
Itsuki, in his Anbu outfit and wearing a blue dragon mask, was nearly 1.6 meters tall with a solid build.
Despite being twelve, he exuded a commanding aura.
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