Konoha cat breeder

Chapter 238: The Exchanged Eye

It had been a while since Tonari last visited the barbecue restaurant.

Recently, business across Konoha had been poor, but the villagers understood why.

To support Konoha in defending against the three other Great Hidden Villages, many shop owners donated supplies—

Food vendors provided provisions,

Weapon shops contributed ninja tools,

Even Tonari's cat shelter donated a significant amount of money.

However, with so many shinobi returning from the battlefield, the barbecue shop was finally bustling with customers again.

To celebrate the return of the heroes, the restaurant's owner even lowered prices and offered discounts to show appreciation.

Tonari enjoyed his meal, but Minato, Kakashi, and Rin had little appetite.

Had it been anyone else inviting them, Kakashi might have simply gotten up and left.

But since it was Tonari, he stayed.

Tonari ate like a storm, devouring his food as Minato gradually recounted the events at Kannabi Bridge.

Listening to Minato's story, Tonari had to admit—

Minato had achieved something extraordinary.

At the end of the battle, only four of Nara Shikashin's defensive squad remained standing.

Meanwhile, Minato faced a thousand Iwagakure shinobi alone—and crushed them.

In mere seconds, using the Flying Thunder God Jutsu and Rasengan, he instantly killed fifty enemy shinobi, including many jōnin.

The destruction of Kannabi Bridge was symbolic, but let's be honest—Earth Release techniques could build countless new bridges.

The Iwa shinobi weren't deterred by the loss of the bridge—

They were terrified by Minato.

They used the bridge's destruction as an excuse, but the real reason for their retreat was the sheer terror of Minato's overwhelming power.

It was undeniable—Minato had surpassed Tobirama in his mastery of Flying Thunder God.

That technique seemed like it was made for him.

Tonari chuckled.

"Sending Minato's team to stop a thousand Iwa shinobi… That's basically a suicide mission. Who came up with that brilliant idea?"

If anyone else had been in Minato's place, they would've been slaughtered.

Minato smiled wryly. He himself hadn't expected the full extent of his own strength.

Minato then noticed something unusual—

Tonari carried a weapon wrapped in bandages.

He had seen it multiple times, but never asked about it.

Until now.

"That sword on your back… I've never seen you use it before."

Tonari grinned.

He took the weapon off his back, placing it on the table.

With its flat, wide blade, it covered the entire table.

"Hiramekarei, one of the Seven Ninja Swords of the Mist. My spoils of war."

Minato, Rin, and even the usually quiet Kakashi looked surprised.

"You… stole one of Kirigakure's most important swords?"

Minato's voice carried a hint of concern.

"Won't this cause problems?"

Tonari waved his hand dismissively.

"It's not just Hiramekarei. Kirigakure also lost the Executioner's Blade and Samehada. They only have four left."

Minato wanted to press further, but seeing Tonari's reluctance, he let it go.

"Alright. But there's something else—can you check Kakashi's eye?"

Rin immediately nodded anxiously.

"His Sharingan has been stuck in an always-active state, and it's draining his chakra constantly. Please help him!"

Tonari arched an eyebrow.

"Alright. Let's go to my cat shelter—it's quiet and has medical facilities."

The group left the restaurant.

When they arrived, Reika was already standing at the entrance, as if she had been waiting for Tonari's return.

Upon seeing him, her face lit up with pure joy.

That kind of genuine, heartfelt smile.

Tonari's own lips curved into a smile as he quickened his pace slightly.

"You're back, Tonari." Reika greeted him warmly.

Tonari gently ruffled her hair.

"Reika, we have guests. Get ready."

She nodded and immediately hurried inside to prepare.

Minato, Rin, and Kakashi were familiar with the cat shelter.

With Minato's girlfriend Kushina being best friends with Reika, the group often gathered here for meals and hangouts.

Tonari's cat shelter was located right next to Ichiraku Ramen—

A perfect combination that made this area one of the most popular spots in Konoha.

Tonari had even bought up the surrounding properties—

If he ever wanted to retire, he could live comfortably just from rent.

A true landlord.

Inside the shelter, there was a small medical room—originally for treating injured cats.

But in emergencies, it worked for humans too.

"Kakashi, come with me. The rest of you wait here."

Minato and Rin looked worried but ultimately trusted Tonari.

Kakashi lay on the medical bed.

Tonari unwrapped the bandages, revealing—

A crimson Sharingan in his left eye.

A deep scar ran across his face, already healed but leaving a permanent mark.

Tonari activated his medical ninjutsu.

"Your eye's fine. But the transplant was rushed. I need to remove it and reinstall it properly."

Kakashi hesitated.

"So… you're going to take it out?"

"Yes. And one more thing—your Sharingan will never close. You need to be prepared for that."

Kakashi nodded firmly.

"Do it."

Tonari placed a subtle genjutsu on Kakashi, putting him to sleep.

With deft precision, he removed the Sharingan—a task completed in mere seconds.

But instead of immediately reinstalling it—

He reached into his pouch, retrieving a glass container.

Inside were two Sharingan—

One Three-Tomoe Sharingan (Fugaku's).

One Two-Tomoe Sharingan.

The two-tomoe Sharingan was for Kakashi.

The real Sharingan—Obito's eye—was now Tonari's.

"Kakashi, I know you care deeply about Obito's eye… But the truth behind his death is far crueler than you think."

"Your Sharingan isn't a strength—it's a burden.*

"When it evolves into the Mangekyō, it will become an even greater liability."

"Forgive me. But I promise—I will return it when the time comes."

With that, Tonari switched the eyes.

The two-tomoe Sharingan replaced Obito's eye.

Then, Tonari sealed it.

"This is a special seal.*

"Your eye will be inactive until you learn how to unlock it.*

"This will reduce your chakra drain, and if you ever die, the eye will self-destruct, preventing theft."

After finishing the procedure, Tonari awakened Kakashi.

Kakashi immediately touched his eye.

He could feel the difference—

His chakra was no longer constantly draining.

"How does it feel?" Tonari asked.

Kakashi clenched his fist.

"Lighter. Much lighter."

"Then train hard. If you ever want to fully control that eye… you'll need to become stronger."

Kakashi nodded firmly.

"I will!"

Elsewhere—Danzo plotted in the darkness.

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