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After finally escaping the enthusiastic neighbors, Yuta carried the lunch box toward the Senju compound.
On the way, Yuta reflected, "I never expected a lone soul like me would find roots in this world."
He felt a sense of pride. These six years had been productive. His strength had increased significantly, giving him confidence in any situation.
Physically, Yuta's capabilities were extraordinary. He had not used his full power since almost accidentally killing Might Dai three years prior.
He believed ninjas should prioritize humanity over combat. Overt displays of power could alienate others.
Consequently, most perceived Yuta's strength as comparable to Hatake Sakumo's, slightly below Kage-level, and much stronger than elite Jonin.
In ninjutsu, he had achieved mastery through consistent practice and occasional breakthroughs.
Utilizing two such opportunities, Yuta had fully mastered the sealing techniques exchanged with Mito. Besides forbidden techniques like the "Dead Demon Consuming Seal" and bloodline ninjutsu like the "Adamantine Sealing Chains," his sealing skills rivaled Mito's.
However, mastering sealing techniques had been challenging, requiring two periods of intense focus.
During the third and fourth breakthroughs, having determined his chakra affinities were wind and earth, Yuta focused on understanding the nature transformations of those elements.
For the fifth breakthrough, he combined the two nature transformations, creating the Bloodline Limit: Magnet Release. Drawing inspiration from the Minazuki clan, he integrated Magnet Release into his bloodline.
The sixth opportunity was approaching. This time, Yuta's visit to the Senju clan included seeing Kiko and his sons, but he also hoped to examine the First Hokage's Wood Release.
He planned to study Wood Release to develop techniques for fighting large-scale enemies.
"Yuda-senpai, you're here!" As Yuda entered the Senju compound, a three-year-old boy froze. The gray, spiky hair and pink marks identified him as Senju Nawaki.
Mito had brought him from the capital the previous year to receive ninja training and support the Senju clan.
The Senju clan was different from its original depiction.
While most had integrated into the village as planned by the Second Hokage, those who remained in the clan area had improved their strength through Mito and Yuta's exchange of the Rasengan. Some had even achieved attribute fusion, greatly increasing their power. The root was wary of provoking them.
Danzo often clashed with the Third Hokage, prompting Mito to intervene and warn them, which temporarily restrained Danzo. However, Senju clan members still occasionally died during missions.
Despite these losses, over thirty tribesmen remained, needing Nawaki's future protection.
During the past year, Yuta had guided the young Senju heir while visiting Kiko for Tsunade's medical checkups.
After giving a servant the lunch box, Yuta approached Nawaki.
Nawaki shuddered at the sight of Yuta's eyes, recalling Yuta's harsh training. He ran toward his grandmother, bumping into Tsunade, who emerged after hearing the commotion.
Sixteen-year-old Tsunade already showed signs of her future self. Jiraiya, upon seeing her recently, was immediately infatuated.
Despite Tsunade's rebuffs, he persisted, even attempting to peek at her bathing, which nearly resulted in his death.
"You're early today." Tsunade said, annoyed, looking at Yuta.
She warned her younger brother, "Stay away from this narrow-eyed man. Don't let him mislead you."
"Yeah!" Nawaki remembered Yuta's strict training and nodded in agreement.
"What nonsense are you saying? Don't corrupt Nawaki. Yuta teaches him well," Mito said, checking on the situation after Tsunade's prolonged absence, and scolded her.
Although Yuta's methods were sometimes questionable, his positive impact on Nawaki was undeniable, so Mito tolerated his eccentricities.
"Grandma."
"Mito-sama."
Mito looked at the gentle young man and nodded slightly. "Are you here to pick up Kiko and the children?"
"Yes." Yuta nodded, rubbing his head in embarrassment. "Kiko has been a lot of trouble for Mito-sama these past two days. The guests are gone now, so I've come to take her home."
"Then go quickly. Kiko must be finished eating by now. But I'm really reluctant to let them go. Those three children are so adorable."
Hearing Mito praise his children, Yuta's eyes narrowed further, practically disappearing.
Sensing Yuta's genuine joy, Mito told Tsunade, "Go help him. Nawaki, come with me; let's go back inside."
Kiko's three sons were named Ganta, Jiro, and Yuuto. Since Yuta was a commoner with no surname, they took his surname, becoming Yuta Ganta, Yuta Jiro, and Yuta Yuuto.
After hearing the names Yuta chose, Kiko changed her own name to Yuta Kiko.
Holding two of his children, and looking at Kiko with the third, Yuta felt a contentment he'd never known since arriving in this strange world.
Suddenly, Yuta's mind cleared. The mysterious bead spun a few times, then stilled, its light brighter than before.
Yuta's spirit underwent a profound transformation. Closing his eyes, he perceived everything within a five-kilometer radius with stark clarity.
Though the image was black and white, it was remarkably detailed.
Kiko noticed Yuta's change. She stared at him, confused, but after seeing nothing obviously different, she said nothing.
"Oops! I seem to have forgotten something I needed to discuss with Mito-sama."
Seeing her husband claim he'd forgotten something, Kiko rolled her eyes and walked home with her children.
Watching Kiko's slight annoyance, Yuta shook his head with a wry smile. "Never mind, we can talk later. I'll take my wife and children home first."
Married women were not easily appeased, and mothers even less so.