Obito was punched several times by Rin's small fists before he was pardoned.
The real reason for the punches was not that Rin was jealous, but simply because she felt Obito was too ruthless. He actually spilled everything out.
For a girl, such a blow was truly too much.
Of course, on the surface, the punched Obito looked quite innocent, though who knows if he was secretly thinking about getting punched a few more times.
With a lively commotion, the group arrived at Minato's house to help set up the wedding room.
Originally, Kushina and Minato were still living separately.
Although Kushina often came to Minato's house and had already practically become the lady of the household, at night, she still returned to sleep at the Senju Clan compound.
Now, there was no need to pretend anymore. She simply moved into Minato's house directly…
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After a week of preparations, Minato and Kushina's wedding began.
On this day, the specially cleared-out wedding venue in the Senju Clan's territory was decorated with lanterns and banners.
Kushina and Minato, after being dressed up, looked like a perfect couple. Talented and beautiful, a perfect match.
Because Minato was like a little sun to everyone, the successors of the great clans: Fugaku Uchiha, Hyuga Hiashi, Akimichi Chōza, Yamanaka Inoichi, Nara Shikaku, Aburame Shibi, and others—gathered one after another to sincerely offer their congratulations.
On the side, Sarutobi Hiruzen watched this scene and suddenly seemed to realize something.
Deep in his heart, his choice for the Fourth Hokage became even clearer.
Meanwhile, Orochimaru sat quietly in a remote corner, lost in thought.
Anko came running over with a large plate, piled high with pastries she had taken, stuffing them into her mouth nonstop, "So good! Orochimaru-sensei, don't you want some?"
Orochimaru shook his head, "I prefer quiet. Go play by yourself."
Anko nodded. After spending some time together, she wasn't as afraid of Orochimaru anymore. This teacher seemed gloomy, but he was actually quite nice to her.
She turned around and ran off to play with Kurenai, Asuma, and the others.
At this moment, Obito, Rin, and Kakashi, having finished their tasks, also walked over.
Obito glanced around and suddenly asked, "Where's Guy? Didn't he come?"
Asuma thought for a moment, "His father is just a genin, so they probably didn't get an invitation."
Obito smacked his forehead, "I forgot to mention this to Minato-sensei. I'll go invite him now, and his father too."
Saying that, Obito turned and left.
Kakashi immediately became curious and looked at Rin, asking, "Rin, Obito seems to value Guy a lot, huh?"
Rin leaned close to Kakashi's ear and whispered, "Because Obito said that among our generation, the strongest ones in the future will be him and Guy."
Kakashi was puzzled, "Guy has been coming to spar with me a lot recently. His taijutsu is indeed impressive. I also believe he'll be strong in the future. But for him to earn Obito's recognition too?"
Just a few days ago, Kakashi had sparred with Obito.
He was the first to experience how terrifying the combination of Flying Thunder God, Phantom Flicker, and Intangibility could be.
To sum up Kakashi's feelings in one sentence: after a few rounds, he just didn't want to fight anymore…
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On the other side, Might Duy and Guy were training in a forest.
Obito appeared in a flash.
The two stopped.
Guy saw Obito and smiled, "Obito, are you here to train with us too?"
Might Duy became curious, "Guy, is this your classmate?"
Guy nodded, "Father, this is Uchiha Obito. Thanks to him always providing me with Kakashi's whereabouts, otherwise, I wouldn't even be able to find Kakashi."
Might Duy laughed, "I see! Young Uchiha, do you want to join us?"
Obito shook his head, "No training today. I'm here to invite you two to my teacher's wedding."
The two were stunned. Might Duy asked, "A wedding? You mean Jonin Minato's wedding?"
He immediately became flustered, "But… I didn't prepare any gifts."
Obito smiled, "Your presence is the best gift. Sorry, Minato-sensei had actually instructed me earlier, but I forgot and didn't give you the invitation."
Might Duy was instantly moved to tears, "Jonin Minato actually remembers me… Ah! This is youth!"
Wiping his tears, he pulled Guy along, "Come on, Guy! Let's go to Minato's wedding together."
Obito looked at Duy, this man whom almost everyone had forgotten.
No one knew that in the future Third Shinobi War, this man would single-handedly decide the outcome of an entire battle, kicking the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist into oblivion.
"Let's go," Obito said.
"Yes! Let's go!", Duy responded loudly.
Thus, the three of them headed toward the wedding venue, soon arriving at the entrance.
At the entrance, Minato was personally welcoming guests. When he saw Obito's group, he immediately recognized Duy.
After all, Duy's reputation as an eternal genin was quite well known.
Minato immediately stepped forward sincerely, "Duy, I forgot about you. I'm really sorry."
Duy was overwhelmed with emotion, "Jonin Minato, today was a bit rushed, so I didn't prepare any gifts. But tomorrow, I'll make a set of matching tight suits for you and Lady Kushina. Let's burn with youth together."
Minato's mind instantly pictured himself and Kushina in tight suits, with thick, bushy eyebrows… His whole body shuddered involuntarily, "Duy, I'm already very happy that you came. Please don't trouble yourself."
"Please, come inside."
Hurriedly, he welcomed the three in before letting out a sigh of relief and returning to greet more guests…
As time passed, the wedding officially began.
Minato and Kushina walked hand in hand to the front of the ceremony stage.
Jiraiya sat at the high seat, watching them with great relief. He was standing in as the elder from the groom's side.
However, looking over, he noticed that the seats on the bride's side were still empty.
Kushina couldn't help but feel a bit desolate.
Her clan, her loved ones, had either perished or were no longer by her side.
Even at her wedding, there wasn't a single elder figure present.
Seeing this, Minato tightened his grip on Kushina's hand and comforted her, "Kushina, you still have me."
Kushina was deeply moved and looked at Minato shyly, "Having you is enough."
Obito, watching this beautiful scene from below the stage, his eyes shone brightly.
From the bottom of his heart, he sincerely blessed Minato-sensei and Big Sis Kushina, 'Minato-sensei, Big Sis Kushina, I swear that in this life, you will have a lifetime of happiness and will never have to suffer the pain of being separated from your son.'
On stage, Kushina and Minato walked up to Jiraiya.
Jiraiya looked at Minato, and for some reason, he suddenly recalled that day at Ichiraku Ramen. The young boy with the same hair and the same eyes as Minato.
Without thinking, he asked, "Minato, do you have any relatives?"
Minato was taken aback, then smiled, "Jiraiya-sensei, I'm an orphan, you know that."
"An orphan, huh…", Jiraiya sighed, "Minato, you've grown up and are starting your own family now."
For some reason, an impulse suddenly surged in his heart.
"Minato, Kushina, have you thought of a name for your son? While eating ramen, I thought of one. I think it would be perfect for your child."
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