At the Nohara household, after dinner, Nohara Rin went to the small balcony of her room on the second floor, looking up at the starry sky.
At some unknown time, Mrs. Nohara walked in carrying a plate of fruits.
"Rin, what are you thinking about?"
Rin shook her head, "Mom, nothing really, just staring at the stars and zoning out for a bit."
Mrs. Nohara placed the fruits on Rin's desk, then leaned close to her ear with a mischievous smile, "I thought you were thinking about Obito again. When will you bring him home and introduce him to your mother?"
Rin's face instantly turned a little red, "Mom, I told you, Obito and I are just ordinary teammates."
Mrs. Nohara laughed, "Rin, since when have you been so dishonest? You've stayed out overnight many times, haven't you? You were at his place, right?"
"Tell me, did anything happen between you two?"
Rin's face turned even redder, "Mom, he's just been lonely for too long, and I felt bad for him, so I kept him company, that's all. I just slept in a different place, how could anything have happened?"
Mrs. Nohara teased, "Oh, so my Rin has learned to feel sorry for people? Don't be shy, Mom isn't against it."
After saying that, Mrs. Nohara sighed, her tone becoming slightly serious, "Rin, you know, your father and I are just ordinary people. We never wanted you to become a ninja."
"It was your insistence. I couldn't convince you otherwise, so I let you enroll in the Ninja Academy."
"Your father even pulled some strings and used up a bit of his goodwill to get you into Class A."
"We originally thought you wouldn't be able to keep up in Class A and would eventually give up on becoming a ninja."
"But we didn't expect you to be much more talented than we thought. You even became Lady Tsunade's disciple."
Rin smiled proudly, "Of course! Your daughter is the best!"
But Mrs. Nohara said, "The more outstanding you are, the heavier the responsibilities you bear. Mom is really worried that one day, you'll die on a mission. Just like so many of our ninja neighbors. Many of them left and never came back."
Rin shook her head and clenched her little fists, speaking firmly, "Mom, don't worry! I will protect myself. Right now, I'm strong—there aren't many ninjas who can threaten me anymore."
"Besides..."
Rin lowered her head slightly and whispered, "That idiot will protect me too."
Mrs. Nohara was both worried and relieved, "That's why, Rin, since you're a ninja, your father and I won't object to you dating early. Because we never know what might happen tomorrow. Instead of having regrets, it's better to be open about your feelings." [T/N: Mother-in-law approved]
Rin looked up at her mother, her eyes filled with unexpected emotion, "Mom, thank you. You're really good to me."
Mrs. Nohara patted Rin's head, "Silly girl, what kind of mother wouldn't be good to her daughter?"
"So, that idiot of yours better know how to cherish you. You know, it's easier for girls to pursue boys. Just be a little more proactive, and love will be in your hands."
Rin suddenly felt like her mom was giving her some terrible advice, 'What is she even saying?'
She sighed, "Got it, Mom. I still have to study the medical techniques Lady Tsunade taught me later, so don't distract me."
Mrs. Nohara stood up with a smile and walked out, "The fruits are on your desk. Don't stress yourself too much, and remember to rest early."
With that, she closed the door behind her.
Rin grumbled, "I'm already grown up, and she still worries so much?"
But then she suddenly thought, 'If Obito hasn't come back in time, would I really have died at Kakashi's hands?'
At that moment, the words her mother said echoed in her mind, ("Be proactive... Treasure that idiot in front of you...")
Rin's face flushed.
Just then, a shadow appeared on the balcony.
Rin jumped in surprise, but upon seeing who it was, she huffed, "Obito, why do you always walk so quietly? My perception has improved a lot, but I still didn't notice you."
Obito smiled sheepishly, "I was afraid your mom would notice, so I was extra careful. After all, in my past life, I was used to hiding. I have a bit of an advantage in this area."
Rin puffed up her cheeks in annoyance, "Obito, sneaking onto my balcony? You're getting bolder. What kind of trouble are you up to this time?"
Obito glanced at the night sky, "Rin, I haven't seen you all day... I kind of missed you. Can we go for a walk?"
Rin immediately sensed that Obito was carrying a lot on his mind. Maybe he wanted to talk to her about it. She was about to agree—
But suddenly, her mother's words popped into her head.
("Girls should be proactive... Treasure this idiot in front of you...")
Rin's face turned slightly red. She deliberately stretched and yawned, looking exhausted, "I'd like to go, but I spent the whole day training under Lady Tsunade. I'm completely drained and really don't feel like moving."
Seeing this, Obito couldn't help but say, "It's fine. No matter where we go, I can carry you."
But immediately, he realized his words sounded wrong. He blushed awkwardly and stammered, "I-I didn't mean it like that! I just... You said you couldn't walk, so... I just wanted to be your legs."
"Forget it, that really doesn't sound right. Let's just go another time. Get some rest tonight," Rin chuckled, seeing Obito's clumsy reaction. Her face was red, but she suddenly stepped forward and hugged him tightly.
"Let's go. But you better hold me tight. If I fall, you'll have to take responsibility."
Obito was momentarily stunned, feeling a surge of warmth in his arms. It almost melted his heart.
He instinctively wrapped his arms around Rin's waist and held her firmly, "Don't worry, Rin. No matter what happens, I won't let go."
With that, he carried Rin and soared into the night, leaping past the crescent moon.
Rin rested her flushed face against Obito's chest, allowing this big idiot to hold her tightly.
She felt as if her entire world was wrapped in Obito's embrace. Being in his world, she felt an unparalleled sense of security.
Lub-Dub! Lub-Dub!
For some reason, Rin felt her heart pounding faster than ever.
As they rode the wind through the night, they quickly arrived at a large tree near the Naka River in the southern part of Konoha.
Obito sat under the tree, still holding Rin, greedily taking in her scent.
Rin suddenly felt that she had been too proactive, letting this idiot take full advantage of the situation.
She muttered, "Let me go."
But Obito, at this moment, had no intention of letting go, "Rin, it's okay. My arms aren't even tired."
Rin lightly punched his chest, "What does that have to do with anything?"
But Obito suddenly tightened his embrace, whispering in her ear, "Rin, you came to me on your own... so, I don't want to let go."
Rin's face instantly turned red like steam was rising from it. She struggled a little but realized she couldn't escape this idiot's grasp. So, she let him be.
She sighed, "Obito, what happened? Where did you go? You look like you have a lot on your mind."
Obito answered, "I went to see Madara... and I brought him back to Konoha."
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