Forced to sell misery

Spring is here in the blink of an eye, and everything is so full of vitality.

It was also time for the Konoha Ninja School to start.

Looking at those children who were brought here by their parents, Jing Ye couldn't help but sigh -

Are these the future of Konoha? What a great will of fire...

However, for the village, and even the entire ninja world, the most dazzling future stands right beside him.

Jingye looked at Naruto who was holding his finger tightly and smiled slightly.

Although, Naruto is still the little kid who envies other kids for being able to go to ninja school.

Konoha is indeed a warm village.

"It's okay, Naruto will be a student here soon, so look forward to it!"

"Um, um...Brother Jingye." Naruto lowered his head and tugged at the hem of Jingye's clothes.

"What's wrong?" Noticing that Naruto was in a bad mood... Jing Ye squatted down and looked into his eyes.

"Well... the other children are all brought along by their parents. Well... if they are not too busy with tasks or something..."

"I know." Jing Ye suddenly realized, "Although I'm not as important as my parents, but... I will accompany Naruto."

"So, no matter what happens that day, I will come and be with Naruto!"

Looking into Naruto's eyes, Jing Ye made a serious promise.

"Brother Jingye!"

Naruto… Naruto was so moved that he hugged Jingye’s thighs, and his tears and snot were wiped on Jingye’s pants——

"Hey, hey - calm down, Naruto!" Jing Ye couldn't help but smile bitterly.

Speaking of admission to the ninja school... Jing Ye thought of Sasuke again.

According to the original plot... Sasuke also entered school with Naruto, right?

It was Itachi who came to report to him.

Of course, if he ruins the plot...

Jing Ye wanted to cover his face for a moment.

But...if Itachi is around, Sasuke will be taught well.

There will be a chance to see you again in the future.

for sure.

"Ah? Is it the man who secretly helped us?"

A young girl walked towards this side.

"Is it... Saori?" Jingye remembered her name. It was that girl who turned out to be from the Hyuga family.

Looking at the boy holding Saori's hand, who was wearing the iconic Hyuga family uniform and had a bandage on his forehead, Jingye was a little uncertain... Was it the childhood Neji?

"Ah, this is... my cousin, his name is Neji." Noticing Jingye's inquiring gaze, Saori introduced him enthusiastically, then hesitated for a moment.

"Due to some special reasons, I am the one who will report him."

Hearing this, Neji's hands suddenly clenched.

"Ningji...?"

Looking at the young and silent Neji with no expression on his face, Jing Ye sighed.

"Hey, Neji-chan, did you know that there is a kind of eye technique, or ability, that can see the future."

"Although it's not that accurate... maybe it's just some kind of prediction, but--"

"The bird in the cage will eventually return to the blue sky and fly freely!"

Everyone present was shocked——

Neji's eyes widened and he looked up at Jing Ye in surprise.

"How rude!" Saori hurriedly grabbed Neci and said goodbye.

I know I shouldn't say this, but...

"Um...what did Brother Jingye mean by the bird in a cage?" Naruto also looked at Jingye with a puzzled look.

“It’s a bird that’s unfortunately trapped in a cage and can’t fly freely.”

"That... must be very pitiful, right?" Naruto said thoughtfully, "I hope they can fly freely soon!"

"Yes, that's why I have always believed in this... I believe in the future that has you in it."

"Me?" Naruto's eyes widened in surprise.

"Yes, Naruto, do you believe me?" Jing Ye stopped and looked at Naruto with a smile.

"Hey, Naruto, let me tell you a secret. My eyes have special abilities. These eyes can see the past and the future.

In the future, Naruto will definitely rely on his own efforts to be recognized by everyone and become an excellent Hokage."

"Really...really? That...that Hokage-sama..." Naruto looked at Jing Ye in surprise, with a dreamy light flashing in his eyes.

"Really, become a Hokage recognized and respected by everyone."

"Uchiha Kagamiya, the Hokage is looking for you."

An Anbu suddenly appeared in front of Jing Ye.

As expected... have you said too much...

How can I get away with it?

Jing Ye thought carelessly.

"You..." Naruto looked at the man with a strange mask who suddenly appeared in shock, and then turned his gaze back to Jing Ye.

The hand they were holding was released, and Naruto subconsciously wanted to hold Jingye's hand tightly again, but was dodged.

"Sorry, Naruto. I'll accompany you here today." After touching Naruto's golden hair, Jing Ye stood up.

"Then...then you must, must remember that promise!"

Naruto shouted anxiously. At that moment, for some reason, he had a very bad feeling, as if... it was the last time -

"I know, I won't forget it--" Jing Ye waved to Naruto.

The sunset that day was beautiful, outlining a gentle outline for Jing Ye.

Many years later, when Naruto recalled this scene again, he always felt his eyes a little sore.

That was the first time he was recognized by someone... Just like Sensei Iruka, Brother Kagamiya had such expectations for him.

Therefore, whether he is Naruto of Konoha or the Seventh Hokage, he must do his best to live up to their expectations...

Uchiha Jingye's back was firmly remembered by Naruto.

……

Hokage's Office

"Third generation." Jing Ye bowed to the third generation

"Uchiha Kagamiya" the third generation held his pipe and turned to look at Kagamiya.

"The village has decided to transform the Uchiha land. What do you think about this?"

Transform the clan land?

Jing Ye was a little overwhelmed. Is this...

...Yes, the Uchiha clan has rebelled against Konoha, so it is only natural that they should be demolished...

It's just a little regrettable.

"Nothing..." Jing Ye sighed, "I understand the village's approach."

"I've thought about your understanding of the Will of Fire for a long time." Sandai suddenly said, "If your eye technique can see the future, what kind of future do you expect?"

"I don't know... but," Jing Ye looked into Sandai's eyes and smiled, "I hope for peace... almost no war. This... although I know it's unlikely, but I think so."

“Although there are disputes wherever there are people, I hope they can be resolved in a relatively peaceful manner.”

"I believe this day will come, and," Jing Ye said solemnly, touching his eyes with his hands, "I have seen such a world before."

"Believe in peace...? What a bold ideal." The Sandai put down his pipe.

"Sandaime-sama, you are a Hokage whom I respect, and I thank you for your contribution to the Uchiha clan."

"It's not worth mentioning, but I am very sad about the Uchiha clan's betrayal..."

Jing Ye didn't want to say more, he felt a little tired...

"Then let's go and take a look at the clan's land." Seeing Jing Ye's fatigue, the third generation knocked on his pipe.

"Yes, thank you, Hokage." Jing Ye lowered his head.

I'm a little confused as to why the Third Generation never mentioned anything about Neji and Naruto...

But wouldn't it be better not to mention it?

So he doesn't have to explain.

"Is this a rare anti-war idea from the Uchiha clan?" Sarutobi put down the pipe in his hand and sighed meaningfully.

As for his best friend's idea...he still disagreed.