My Sign-in System in Naruto

After safely storing Shisui's eye and with Kakashi still not back, Haru decided to practice using the Byakugan.

Even though his gaze was fixed forward, he could easily capture a 360-degree field of vision.

Not only that, but he could also see the flow of chakra within his body and the chakra points on his body.

'I remember Neji relied on his talent and hard work to create techniques like the Rotation and the Sixty-Four Palms, which only the main family was supposed to know.'

'By the time of Shippuden, he had even upgraded the Sixty-Four Palms to the One Hundred Twenty-Eight Palms.'

'In terms of chakra reserves, I have more than Neji. If I can master the Rotation, I wonder if I can expand its range several times over.'

Haru began recalling Neji's Rotation.

The so-called Rotation was something Neji could do that others couldn't.

Most people could only gather chakra in their hands or the soles of their feet, but Neji could release chakra from all the chakra points on his body.

By spinning at high speed, he could execute the Rotation.

Even Tenten had referred to this technique as another form of absolute defense, different from Gaara's.

'High-speed rotation targeting three points…'

Ahem.

Haru cleared his throat, feeling like something strange had popped into his mind.

'What's that…'

Just as Haru was about to try the Rotation, his gaze was drawn to a photo frame on the table.

After a moment of hesitation, Haru strode forward, walked up to the living room table, and picked up the frame.

'This photo…'

Haru couldn't help but sigh, deactivating the Byakugan. The photo was similar to the one of Team Kakashi, but the people in it were Minato Namikaze, Kakashi, Obito, and Rin.

'No wonder Kakashi forced Naruto and Sasuke to take a group photo as soon as he became their jonin instructor. He wanted to pass on what he had lost to the next generation.'

For Kakashi, the most precious thing was undoubtedly his comrades.

But he didn't have the power to protect what he cherished.

Rin's death had hit him hard, to the point where he now lived a hollow life in the Anbu.

Haru's gaze shifted from Rin to the young Obito beside her.

'A thousand people see a thousand Hamlets.'

Haru had once seen a YouTuber compare Obito to…

A player who had gotten the worst ending and was desperate to start a new game, rushing to clear it as quickly as possible, no matter what happened in the current playthrough.

At the time, Haru had thought the analogy was spot-on.

But…

When Obito and Deidara went to capture the Three-Tails, Deidara had said, "A Tailed Beast without a Jinchūriki is just a stronger animal."

At that moment, Obito had fallen silent.

When Deidara called out to him later, Obito had joked, "I fell asleep, hahaha."

"What are you doing?"

Just as Haru was lost in thought, Kakashi's voice came from the doorway.

Haru instinctively looked over and saw Kakashi standing at the entrance, holding two fish in his hand.

It seemed this would be his dinner.

But Haru could also tell that Kakashi wasn't happy with his actions.

"This girl is very pretty. Who is she?"

Haru looked at Kakashi and casually asked.

However, Kakashi didn't answer. He quickly stepped forward, snatched the photo frame from Haru's hands, and gently placed it face down on the table.

"This has nothing to do with you."

His eyes and tone were as cold as ice, making it feel like they were in a frozen wasteland.

Haru didn't look away, but it was the first time he had seen such a cold gaze.

The two stared at each other, and the atmosphere became awkward.

In the end, it was Kakashi who softened his tone, his gaze shifting to the back of the photo frame. "She was indeed very pretty."

After saying this, Kakashi didn't look at Haru again, brushing past him and heading into the kitchen.

Settling Haru was the Third Hokage's order.

As the captain of the Anbu, Kakashi would naturally carry it out.

This was the only reason he existed in this world.

Watching Kakashi's back, Haru opened his mouth but ultimately said nothing.

After being interrupted by Kakashi, Haru didn't dwell on Rin and Obito. Instead, he simply sat back down on the tatami, waiting for Kakashi to finish cooking.

"Let's eat."

In no time, Kakashi had turned the fish into a delicious meal.

"The Third Hokage wants you to report to him tomorrow." Kakashi didn't start eating right away but instead relayed the Hokage's order.

"Did he say anything else?"

Haru thought for a moment and asked directly.

"No." Kakashi's reply was blunt and cold.

Although the Third Hokage had ordered him to settle Haru, Kakashi didn't consider Haru a comrade and had no intention of forming a bond with him.

To Kakashi, Haru was just a temporary guest who would be living here for a few days.

He would leave soon, and Kakashi would return to his previous life.

"Alright."

Haru nodded and focused on eating.

As expected, Kakashi never removed his mask in front of others. He waited until Haru had finished eating before quickly devouring his own meal.

The entire braised fish was gone in two or three bites.

'He eats fast.'

Haru couldn't help but sigh inwardly before heading back to his room to rest, waiting for tomorrow's visit to the Hokage's office.

Based on his deductions, Danzō was likely still alive, and the Third Hokage was probably dealing with him now.

But…

He wouldn't live much longer anyway.

And so, Haru and Kakashi spent the night in silence, replenishing their energy.

By the time Haru woke up, Kakashi had already left breakfast and gone out.

As for the photo of Team Minato, it was still face down on the table.

'It seems Kakashi can't let go of the past but also can't face it.'

Haru then finished the breakfast Kakashi had left, washed the dishes, and headed to the Hokage's office.

No one spoke to him along the way, likely because Hiruzen had given instructions.

In no time, Haru arrived at the Hokage's office and pushed the door open.

He looked around and saw that aside from Hiruzen, there was no one else in the room.

"Lord Hokage." Haru greeted Hiruzen directly. "What did you need me for?"

"Haru." Hiruzen stood up from his seat as soon as he saw Haru. "I want you to join the Anbu."