Naruto: Marrying Kushina Uzumaki From The Start!

Yoruichi approached the gates of Konoha Village, the towering walls illuminated under the night's glow. The village's entrance was lively with light, and a few figures stood near the gate.

At the forefront was Uchiha Mikoto.

"Yoruichi? You're back! You're safe!" Mikoto exclaimed, her tone carrying relief.

Yoruichi paused, surprised. She's been waiting here?

Behind her were three figures—Rin, Obito, and Kakashi of Team 7. Their expressions showed both relief and excitement.

Rin and Mikoto rushed forward.

"Sensei!"

"Yoruichi-sensei!"

Yoruichi offered a calm smile. "I'm fine. I've returned."

Rin tugged at his sleeve, looking him over. "Sensei, you're completely clean... No blood, no scratches?"

Mikoto's gaze shifted to Minato Namikaze, who stood behind Yoruichi. "Minato, what's going on?"

Minato responded in a grave tone, "It's confidential. I need to report immediately." Without another word, he vanished into the night.

Mikoto seemed unsettled, her eyes lingering on the fabric of the figure Minato carried. Her brow furrowed. "Was that...?" she whispered but shook her head quickly. It couldn't be Mizukage… could it?

Yoruichi patted Rin's head lightly. "It's late. Go home and rest. I'll see you all tomorrow."

Rin nodded obediently. "Alright. See you tomorrow, Sensei!"

Yoruichi turned to Kakashi and Obito. "You two, head back as well. The mission's over. Rest for now."

Obito puffed out his chest, attempting to mask his worry. "We stayed because... well, we were worried."

Yoruichi chuckled. "Appreciate it. Good work, all of you."

Mikoto gave a small bow. "Thank you for guiding Obito. The clan values your effort in helping us raise another Uchiha genius."

Yoruichi smirked. "It's his talent. Though he cries easily, he's got potential."

"Sensei! Don't say that in front of Mikoto-sensei and Rin!" Obito protested, his face burning with embarrassment. He turned redder when he noticed Rin stifling a giggle.

Yoruichi waved dismissively. "Alright, alright. Head home, all of you."

Mikoto smiled and tugged Obito away. "Let's go. I'm sure Fugaku will be pleased to hear about today."

Obito glanced over his shoulder at Kakashi, giving a mock scowl. "Hmph! I've awakened my sharingan! So don't go of thinking you're better than me!"

Kakashi sighed. "Dream on, Obito."

"You wanna fight?"

"Stop it, you two!" Rin scolded, exasperated.

Yoruichi shook his head with a small laugh before disappearing into the night. Time to head home. I wonder if Kushina's been thinking about me?

As he moved, Mikoto's words echoed in his mind. Danzo called Uzumaki Mito away... and with Kushina too? Something feels off.

He picked up his pace, darting over rooftops toward the training ground. Just then, he sensed it—two immense chakras near the Hokage Rock.

One was unmistakable—the Nine-Tails' chakra. That was Uzumaki Mito. The second presence had a different feel, undoubtedly Two-Tails.

Danzo, you old schemer… What have you done?

Yoruichi's body tensed. "Grandma Mito and Kushina are in danger!" Without hesitation, he surged toward the No. 4 training ground.

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As he arrived, a notification flashed in his mind.

[Ding! SSS-level character card Senju Hashirama has reached 100% fusion!]

Power surged through Yoruichi as knowledge and abilities of the legendary Senju filled his mind. The strength of the First Hokage, the God of Shinobi, became his. He clenched his fists as he felt the overwhelming power of Wood Release.

[Ding! New character cards detected: Uzumaki Ashina (S-Class) and the First Mizukage, Byakuren (S-Class). Choose one to fuse.]

Yoruichi didn't hesitate. "Fuse Uzumaki Ashina!"

A fresh wave of strength flooded through him as he prepared to face whatever lay ahead. I'll protect them. No matter what.