Chapter 176 Sasuke's Heart

Finally, Sarutobi Hiruzen slowly raised his head, his eyes revealing a solemn look: "Minato, if our speculation is correct, the mysterious woman must be Lady Yuxi."

Minato nodded slightly and said in a deep voice: "I think so too."

Sarutobi Hiruzen sighed softly, as if immersed in past memories: "Half a year ago, during the Nine-Tails Rebellion, if it weren't for Master Yuxi's timely assistance, Konoha Village would have been reduced to a scorched earth."

"Her strength is unfathomable, and her power is beyond our imagination."

"I never expected that she would come down the mountain and wander around Konoha Village."

Namikaze Minato raised his lips slightly, his eyes gleaming with admiration: "Lady Yuxi's behavior is mysterious and unpredictable. Her appearance may be intended to bring some new changes to Konoha Village."

"Besides, with her here, the safety of Konoha Village will be further guaranteed."

Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded slightly to show his approval, but soon, his originally relaxed brows knitted tightly together, and he said worriedly: "Uchiha Sasuke suffered a lesson from Master Yuxi today, which will undoubtedly further stimulate him."

Hearing this, Minato's face became heavy, and he responded: "Yes, Sandai-sama, you are absolutely right."

A trace of worry flashed in Sarutobi Hiruzen's eyes, and then he instructed: "Minato, I'll leave this matter to you. You must act cautiously and don't take it lightly."

Minato looked solemn and replied solemnly: "I will arrange for the Anbu personnel to closely monitor Uchiha Sasuke."

Seeing Minato being so decisive and responsible, Sarutobi Hiruzen couldn't help but feel a little relieved. A satisfied smile appeared on his face, and he nodded slightly and said:

"Well, that's good. I feel relieved when you are here."

"But there is one more crucial point... All matters related to Master Yuxi must be kept absolutely confidential."

Minato's expression was serious, and he answered firmly, "Don't worry, Third-sama. I will keep this important task in mind and personally instruct every member of the Anbu who is involved in the surveillance mission to strictly abide by the confidentiality discipline."

Then, Sarutobi Hiruzen slowly turned around, and his slightly old but still resolute figure gradually disappeared into the darkness.

The night was getting darker and darker, and the darkness as thick as ink gradually enveloped the entire village, but the Hokage Building was still brightly lit.

The bright light shone through the windows, forming a sharp contrast with the dark night outside.

Minato stood quietly in front of the window, looking into the distance, thinking silently in his heart:

"Fugaku, just go with peace of mind. I will take good care of your son. Don't worry!"

At the same time, far away in a corner of the Hidden Rain Village, there was an inconspicuous civilian building.

In one of the small rooms, a woman was sitting blankly beside the bed, her eyes empty and lifeless, as if she had lost her soul.

She is Uchiha Mikoto, the mother who is concerned about the safety of her children.

"Fugaku, I'm really worried about Sasuke... I wonder how he is doing now? Is he being bullied? Is he in danger?" Uchiha Mikoto murmured to herself, her voice full of worry and anxiety.

At this moment, she raised her head and looked at the man who was bending over and cleaning seriously not far away - Uchiha Fugaku.

His movements were skillful and neat, and he seemed to want to temporarily forget his inner anxiety through busy work.

Hearing his wife's words, Uchiha Fugaku stopped what he was doing.

He stood up and walked over to Mikoto, patting her shoulder gently and comforting her, "Don't worry, dear. Our son is not a weak and incompetent person."

"Besides, Minato and Kushina are still in Konoha Village. I believe they will protect Sasuke and nothing serious will happen."

However, Uchiha Mikoto couldn't help crying.

At this time in Konoha Village, Minato Namikaze had already arranged for the Anbu's surveillance work.

He arrived at the training grounds and saw Naruto working hard at his training.

Minato silently sighed in his heart that this child had unlimited potential.

On the other side, Sasuke sat alone by the river, recalling the scene of being taught a lesson by Yuxi, feeling full of resentment.

"I must become strong, so strong that no one can teach me a lesson at will."

Just then, a black crow flew overhead, making a low cry.

"How annoying!" Sasuke looked up, picked up a stone on the ground and threw it at the crow.

crow:??

Sasuke's stone flew across the night sky, but the crow nimbly avoided it. It circled and landed on a tree not far away. Its jet-black feathers glowed faintly in the moonlight.

Sasuke frowned, and the inexplicable irritation in his heart became even stronger.

He stood up, dusted himself off, and turned to walk towards the village.

The night breeze blows, bringing a hint of coolness.

Sasuke's steps became faster and faster, as if he wanted to escape from something.

Yu Xi's look of not taking him seriously kept replaying in his mind.

"Why... why am I so weak?" Sasuke clenched his fists, his nails digging deeply into his palms, but he didn't feel any pain at all.

He had only one thought in his mind: to become stronger, stronger than anyone else.

At the same time, in the Hokage Building, Minato Namikaze stood in front of the window with a deep look in his eyes.

His thoughts shifted from Naruto to Sasuke. As the orphan of the Uchiha clan, Sasuke carried a heavy fate.

Minato knew very well that Sasuke's heart was filled with hatred and pain, and Yuxi's appearance undoubtedly intensified this emotion.

"Perhaps I should talk to him myself," Minato muttered to himself.

He turned and left the office, heading towards the Uchiha clan's residence.

In the darkness of night, Sasuke returned to the Uchiha mansion.

This once bustling mansion is now empty, with only the "woosh" sound of the wind blowing through the corridor, as if telling of its former glory.

Sasuke pushed open the door and walked into the courtyard. The moonlight shining on the withered grass looked particularly desolate.

He stood in the middle of the courtyard, looked up at the night sky, and an indescribable feeling of loneliness surged in his heart.

Just then, there was a sound of light footsteps behind me.

"Sasuke." Minato's voice was gentle and steady.

Sasuke turned around suddenly and saw Minato standing not far away with a small smile on his face.

He frowned, his tone wary, "Hokage-sama, what are you doing here so late?"

Minato took a few steps closer and looked at Sasuke with soft eyes: "I heard that you encountered some unpleasant things today, so I came to see you."

There was a flash of surprise in Sasuke's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by indifference: "Nothing, just some small things."

Minato sighed softly, "Sasuke, I know you have a lot of pain and confusion in your heart. If you want, you can talk to me."

Sasuke was silent for a moment, then said coldly: "Hokage-sama, you don't have to worry about it. I can handle my own affairs."

Minato continued, "Sasuke, hatred will only make you lose yourself. What your father and mother want to see is you who can face life strongly, not you who is consumed by hatred."

At the mention of his parents, Sasuke's eyes flashed with pain, but he quickly suppressed his emotions: "Hokage-sama, you don't understand how I feel. You will never understand the pain of losing everything."

Minato nodded, "Yes, I can't fully understand how you feel. But I know that you are not alone. Naruto and the rest of the village, they all care about you and want to help you."

Sasuke sneered, "Care? Help? They just feel sorry for me. I don't need anyone's sympathy."

Minato looked at Sasuke, his eyes full of determination: "Sasuke, this is not sympathy, but sincere concern. Your father and I have been friends for many years. I hope you can step out of the shadows and find your own path."

Sasuke clenched his fists tighter, his voice trembling a little, "My path... is to become strong! Strong enough to take revenge, strong enough that no one can hurt me again!"

Minato was silent for a moment, then said, "There's nothing wrong with becoming stronger, but if it's just for revenge, you'll only end up losing yourself. True strength is being able to protect the people you cherish, not being driven by hatred."

A trace of confusion flashed across Sasuke's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by determination: "Hokage-sama, you don't have to persuade me anymore. My decision will not change."

Minato looked at Sasuke and knew that he would not listen to any advice at this moment.

He nodded gently, "Alright, Sasuke. You can always come to me if you need help."

After saying that, Minato used the Flying Thunder God Technique and left the Uchiha mansion.

"Is this the legendary Flying Thunder God Technique? It's really powerful!" Sasuke stood there, watching Minato leave, feeling very surprised.

What was Yuxi doing at this moment? Oh, she was lying on the tree and looking at the moon.

"Sister Yuxi!" The sudden voice startled Yuxi, causing her to fall directly from the tree.

It hit the man right on top of him, but it seemed like he couldn't be called a man.

"Who is it?! Can't you see that I'm admiring the moon? Really!" Yu Xi complained

She looked left and right, but didn't see anyone.

"Hmm... am I hallucinating?" Yu Xi scratched his head and asked in confusion.

"Sister Yuxi, you're pressing on me!" At this moment, a voice came from the ground.

Yu Xi quickly stood up and looked at the ground. It turned out to be a black mass. It was obviously Black Zetsu.

"It's Black Zetsu! Excuse me, what do you want to talk to me about?" Yu Xi asked

"Mother couldn't find you, so she asked me to go find you. You should go back soon! I also want to go back to Akatsuki." Black Zetsu said

After saying that, he squatted on the ground and left...

"Sister Kaguya, why are you becoming more and more clingy lately... It seems I have to give her a little punishment, hehe!" Yu Xi yawned and showed an evil smile.