The Hokage, having traveled here, of course he'd unify the ninja world!

Chapter 747 Xia Mu's Real Gift

Chiyo also secretly continued to guide Rin using Yamanaka Inoichi's abilities.

Hearing Kakashi's question, Rin's voice was as low as a whisper in the wind as she softly replied:

"If you don't like me, then leave my business alone."

Not long ago, Kakashi witnessed Rin's tearful cries and the harrowing moment when she teetered on the brink of death.

At that moment, his heart felt as if it had been struck by a heavy hammer, and the pain was so intense that he could hardly breathe.

Now, as he gazes at the fragile yet stubborn woman before him, he finally understands the source of the awkwardness that has been lingering in his heart for so long.

It turned out that Lin was too wonderful, so wonderful that he felt ashamed of himself and that he was not worthy of such deep affection.

But Lin already liked him to this extent, and he knew he couldn't run away anymore.

Kakashi knew he could no longer run away, because if he ran away this time, he would miss out for the rest of his life.

He took a deep breath, mustered his courage, and disregarded where he was and who was around him.

His gaze was fixed on Lin's face, still streaked with tears, and he said with utmost seriousness and determination:

"I like you!"

This sudden confession was like a thunderbolt ripped through the sky, instantly bringing the entire world to a standstill.

Lin Jiao's body trembled, as if she had been frozen in place, and she slowly raised her head in disbelief.

Her previously dull eyes suddenly lit up with a mixture of surprise and delight as she looked directly at Kakashi, her lips trembling slightly as she asked:

"Really...really?"

At this moment, Lin's heart was filled with joy, grievance, and deep disbelief.

For so many years, she has been silently giving and protecting this love that has never been reciprocated.

Today, Kakashi actually said those words she had always dreamed of in front of everyone, and Rin felt like she was dreaming.

The feeling of almost losing Rin again still lingered in Kakashi's chest, and he felt nothing but endless fear.

Upon hearing Rin's words, Kakashi was filled with regret, realizing that Rin had lost trust in him because of his previous hesitation.

Looking at Rin's still-wet tear tracks, hanging like pearls on both sides of her cheeks, Kakashi felt an unbearable pain in his heart, as if it were being tightly gripped by an invisible hand.

Without hesitation, he reached out and pulled Lin into a tight embrace.

Without giving Rin any chance to react, Kakashi leaned down and quickly kissed her soft, pink lips.

Kakashi's action, though seemingly domineering and forceful, was actually remarkably gentle.

The moment his lips gently touched Lin's, a burning heat instantly filled the air.

The sudden kiss left Rin completely stunned; she hadn't expected Kakashi to forcefully kiss her.

Lin's mind went blank; she was completely at a loss.

However, just a moment later, Lin immediately came to her senses and relaxed her tense nerves.

Not only that, she boldly and proactively raised her arms to hug Kakashi's neck, slightly opened her cherry-like mouth, and passionately responded to Kakashi's kiss.

At this moment, Rin clearly felt the sincerity and determination emanating from the depths of Kakashi's heart.

She could hear Kakashi's heart pounding wildly, each powerful beat seeming to express Kakashi's deep and intense love for her.

At the same time, she could also truly feel the warmth and care that Kakashi conveyed when he hugged her tightly.

Lin slowly closed her eyes, letting tears of happiness quietly slide down her cheeks.

She had endured so much pain, torment, and long suffering in order to wait for this day to arrive.

There were countless times when she almost gave up on the relationship, but in the end she persevered with the last glimmer of hope in her heart.

Now, she has finally gotten her wish and met Kakashi, whom she has been longing for. All her efforts seem so worthwhile now.

Noticing Rin's enthusiastic response, Kakashi hugged her even tighter, as if he wanted to merge Rin into his own body.

In that instant, time seemed to freeze, and everything around them became insignificant. The whole world seemed to consist only of the two of them embracing and kissing each other.

But... that's not the case.

Standing beside them were Chiyo, Karin, Yamanaka Inoichi, and Minato, who had just arrived with Flying Thunder God Technique.

Minato wore the smile of a proud father, as if his child had finally learned to steal the cabbage.

Karin, standing to the side, covered her mouth with her hand and chuckled secretly.

Yamanaka Inoichi smiled and shook his head, looking like he couldn't do anything about these young people.

Only Qianyao's expression was somewhat strange.

As he witnessed this scene, a remarkably similar image suddenly flashed into his mind.

In that scene, Kakashi is kissing Rin, but that Rin is clearly much younger, and the location is not here.

Even more surprisingly, along with this image, a series of thoughts that did not belong to Qianyao himself flooded into his mind.

[It would be such a shame to miss out on someone you both have feelings for. You're both so hesitant and indecisive.]

[You should be brave at least once, no matter what.]

Even if the final outcome isn't good, won't we always remember how selfless we were?

[This candy is incredibly sweet!]

Qianyao shook his head and began to investigate the origin of these thoughts.

This investigation revealed that these images were stored in his own eyes.

This is Xia Mu's thought!?

[Oh dear, oh dear, have we been discovered?]

These words flashed through Qianyao's mind; they were Xia Mu's last words.

Before Qianyao could ask any more questions, the rest of the sentences started playing automatically.

[You seem too rigid; I'll help you develop some hobbies.]

[My thoughts will influence you, letting you experience what it's like to ship a couple.]

[But once you discovered it, this effect disappeared.]

Whether or not you develop this hobby is entirely up to you.

[Hope to see you again, Ghana!]

call……

Qian Yao's mind raced, and he finally understood why Xia Mu had brought Tenten and Neji together himself.

Perhaps Xia Mu wanted to try shipping couples herself.

Qianyao didn't know whether it was his own idea or he was influenced by others that he directly forced Tenten and Neji to consummate their relationship, but he felt good about it.

Now that Kakashi and Rin are finally together, happily embracing and kissing, even Chiyo is a little smitten.

Qianyao stroked his chin, feeling that he had recently become more attuned to this world.

[So, is this Natsuki's real gift?]

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