Chapter 251 I'll Miss You (Naruto Arc End)
early morning.
Kaguya had already woken up. She lay on her side, quietly watching Yu Xi sleeping soundly beside her.
"Kaguya-neechan, you woke up so early." Yu Xi suddenly opened her eyes, a familiar smile appearing on her lips.
“I…don’t need much sleep,” Kaguya replied softly, instinctively reaching out to touch Yu Xi’s cheek to confirm that she was real.
Yu Xi held Kaguya's hand: "Let's go see the cherry blossoms today. The cherry blossoms in Konoha should be in full bloom."
When they arrived at the cherry blossom grove on the outskirts of Konoha, pink and white petals were falling in the wind, like a gentle snowfall.
Kaguya stood amidst a shower of blossoms, her long, silvery hair contrasting beautifully with the cherry blossoms, making her appear otherworldly.
"So beautiful..." Kaguya reached out and caught a petal. In the past, Kaguya Otsutsuki had never paid attention to these fleeting beauties.
Yu Xi gently hugged her from behind: "Kaguya-neechan, remember this moment. No matter which world I am in, whenever the cherry blossoms bloom, I will think of you."
Kaguya turned around, her forehead touching Yu Xi's: "I will make this cherry blossom forest bloom forever."
They sat under the cherry blossom tree for a whole day, and Kaguya listened to Yu Xi recount her experiences in this world—how she unified the ninja world, how she met Kaguya and changed her destiny.
sunset.
Kaguya turned her head, gazed at Yu Xi, and asked softly, "Yu Xi, do you regret coming into this world?"
Yu Xi paused for a moment, then slowly shook her head.
"Meeting you is my greatest fortune." Yu Xi's voice was soft yet firm.
Upon hearing this, Kaguya was deeply moved and stretched out her arms to hug Yu Xi tightly.
After a while, Kaguya slowly leaned down and gently kissed Yu Xi's lips.
The kiss lasted a long time, as if the whole world had shrunk down to just the two of them.
When Kaguya finally released Yu Xi, she looked at Yu Xi's slightly flushed cheeks and said with a smile, "Me too!"
Yu Xi was amused by Hui Ye's words and laughed. Her laughter was as clear and melodious as a silver bell, echoing in the tranquil evening glow.
the next day.
The snow-capped mountains of Wu Kingdom are covered in snow all year round, making them difficult for ordinary people to climb, but for Yu Xi and Hui Ye, it was as easy as walking on flat ground.
"It's so cold." Kaguya exhaled a breath of white air. As a member of the Otsutsuki clan, she should be immune to this kind of temperature change.
But since spending time with Yu Xi, she has begun to experience these human feelings.
Yu Xi smiled and took her hand: "This way you won't be cold." She transferred her breath to Kaguya, and the warmth instantly dispelled the chill.
They left two sets of footprints in the snow, and Kaguya suddenly stopped: "Yuxi, I want to try that."
She pointed to the steep snow slope in the distance.
"Skiing?" Yu Xi blinked in surprise. "Kaguya-neechan wants to do that?"
Kaguya nodded, her eyes sparkling with childlike curiosity.
Yu Xi found two pieces of wood and made two simple skis, patiently teaching Kaguya the basic skills.
Kaguya fell a few times at first, but she learned very quickly and soon she was able to slide down the steep slope side by side with Yu Xi.
The wind whistled past her ears, and Kaguya, feeling the thrill of speed, couldn't help but laugh out loud.
"Kaguya-neechan, you look so beautiful when you smile," Yu Xi said sincerely as they slid down to the bottom of the mountain.
Kaguya's smile gradually faded, replaced by a deep longing: "These are all things you gave me, Yu Xi. Laughter, warmth, and... the meaning of life."
Yu Xi's heart skipped a beat as she recalled her blood-soaked self in the X4 universe.
She suddenly hugged Kaguya tightly: "Promise me, no matter what happens, remember how you feel right now."
"I promise you," Kaguya whispered, snowflakes falling on their embracing figures.
Day three.
When Yu Xi returned to the capital, the members of the Akatsuki organization had been waiting for her for a long time.
Payne stepped forward: "All opposition forces have been eliminated, as you instructed."
She nodded: "Thank you for your hard work. Tomorrow I will summon the Four Shadows and the leaders of the major families. I have something to announce."
That night, Yu Xi summoned the core members of the Akatsuki organization and Orochimaru.
She stated bluntly, "I will leave this world, and Kaguya will take my place."
Orochimaru's golden vertical pupils flashed with a hint of surprise, but he quickly regained his composure: "What an unexpected decision, Lady Yu Xi."
"You have a problem with that?" Yu Xi looked at him coldly.
"I wouldn't dare," Orochimaru said, bowing his head. "I'm just curious why you chose...her."
Yu Xi's gaze swept over everyone present: "Because only she can maintain the order I've established. From tomorrow onwards, her orders are my orders. Those who disobey—"
“Die.” Itachi Uchiha replied, the three tomoe in his eyes slowly rotating.
At the conference on the second day, Yu Xi's announcement caused a huge uproar.
The leaders of various ethnic groups discussed the matter extensively, and several radicals expressed their opposition on the spot.
Yu Xi did not answer, but simply raised her hand slightly.
In an instant, the bodies of those opponents began to disintegrate, turning into dust and dissipating.
The meeting place fell silent for a moment.
"Does anyone else have any objections?" Yu Xi looked around, but no one dared to meet her gaze.
Kaguya stood beside Yu Xi, witnessing all of this, her heart filled with mixed emotions.
She knew that Yu Xi was paving the way for her in the most direct way, but such violent methods seemed somewhat different from the Yu Xi she knew.
After the meeting, Yu Xi turned to Kaguya: "The power of the ninja clans must be weakened. From today onwards, all bloodline limit clans will disperse and integrate into civilian society."
In the following period, Yu Xi personally oversaw the reorganization of the ninja clans.
The Hyuga family and others were scattered to various places and intermarried with commoners.
A few die-hards were executed on the spot by Yu Xi, and the bloody scene shocked everyone.
Fourth day
On the last day, Yu Xi took Hui Ye to every corner of the capital.
She explained in detail the implementation of various policies, introduced the personality traits of important officials, and even personally demonstrated how to handle government affairs.
“Orochimaru can assist with this part, but he can’t be completely trusted,” Yu Xi said, pointing to a stack of documents. “The budget must be reviewed in person; this is where problems are most likely to arise.”
Kaguya carefully noted down every key point. Her learning ability was astonishing; in just one day, she mastered the basic principles of governing a country.
As evening fell, they returned to the courtyard and sat under Yu Xi's favorite cherry blossom tree.
"Have you memorized everything?" Yu Xi asked.
Kaguya nodded: "I understand, Yu Xi."
Night falls
Kaguya was silent for a moment, then suddenly asked, "Will we ever meet again?"
Yu Xi remained silent.
Kaguya seemed to see through her hesitation, but did not press the matter.
She simply took Yu Xi's hand gently: "I will wait for you. One year, ten years, a hundred years... until this planet is destroyed."
Under the moonlight, two teardrops slid down Kaguya's cheeks.
This was the first and last time Yu Xi saw her cry.
Dawn on the fifth day.
Yu Xi stood in front of the mansion gate, while Hui Ye stood on the steps, her silver hair fluttering gently in the morning breeze.
"Let's leave it here," Yu Xi said with a smile.
"If I keep sending them off, I'm afraid I won't be able to leave."
Kaguya stepped forward and gently hugged her: "Take care, Yu Xi."
"You too, Kaguya-neechan," Yu Xi whispered in her ear. "Remember, you are no longer alone. In this world, I still love you."
After releasing her embrace, Yu Xi turned and left without looking back.
She knew that if she looked at Kaguya's face again, her resolve would waver.
As Yu Xi's figure disappeared into the morning mist, Kaguya remained standing in the same spot.
The maids dared not disturb her, and it wasn't until noon that Kaguya finally moved.
She arrived at the capital of the Wu Kingdom.
"Prepare for the meeting," she said to the officials who had been waiting for a long time, her voice regaining its usual coolness. "From today onwards, everything will be carried out according to Lady Yu Xi's plan."
In the years that followed, Kaguya indeed perfectly inherited Yu Xi's will, just as she had promised.
The ninja world has ushered in an unprecedented era of peace. Bloodline limits are no longer monopolized, and the boundaries between ordinary people and ninjas are gradually becoming blurred.
Occasionally, rebellions would occur, but in the face of Kaguya's absolute power, these resistances vanished as quickly as bubbles.
Yu Xi's room was preserved exactly as it was, and Kaguya cleans it herself every day.
"She will definitely come back, I believe in her." Kaguya held up a photo of the two of them.
Sometimes, when the night is quiet, she will sit on the bed where Yu Xi used to sleep.
Looking at the moon outside the window, it's as if that blonde girl might push open the door at any moment, smiling and saying, "I'm back."
As a novice author, there are many things I don't understand, please forgive me.
I know everyone always says I use the word "water" (meaning inappropriate or frivolous language), but using "water" really brings me joy!
No need to use your brain??.???
I will continue to improve my writing skills (maybe).
