Naruto: Wooing Tsunade from Day One!
Chapter 536: Grave Robbery in the Shinobi World

Chapter 536 - 536: Grave Robbery in the Shinobi World

When news spread that the Kawakaze family had returned, Minato and Nawaki brought their families to the Hatake estate that very night.

They hadn't seen each other in two months, and while they claimed they were just coming over for dinner, it was clear they had missed each other.

Seven-year-old Karin had received so many gifts that she was completely overwhelmed just trying to thank everyone.

With bags in both hands, she ran straight into Misaki's arms, her face flushed with excitement.

Meanwhile, two-year-old Naruto, with his head of bright blonde hair, giggled as Kawakaze carried him in his arms.

By family hierarchy, he was supposed to call Kawakaze "Grandpa."

"Don't look at me like that."

"You're parents now—still expecting gifts?"

Kawakaze pinched Naruto's chubby cheeks, making him laugh even more, before glancing at Minato and the others.

"No gifts for you, but there's plenty of food."

"Sensei, that's not what I meant..."

Minato's face turned slightly red. Truth be told, he had been hoping for a gift too.

But Kawakaze had crushed that expectation before he could even voice it.

"Brother-in-law, you're so stingy."

"You went on a two-month trip, and only the kids got presents?"

"Am I not human?"

Nawaki looked indignant. After all, he was Kawakaze's best friend.

If it weren't for me, would you have won over my sister so quickly?

"Sorry, but no, you're not."

Kawakaze's cold response left Nawaki completely frozen in place.

"Hahaha!"

Tsunade burst out laughing, and no one else could hold back either.

"Misaki, this is for you."

"Kushina, this one's yours."

Tsunade handed over the gifts she had prepared for Misaki and Kushina—completely ignoring Minato and Nawaki.

Watching their wives receive presents while they got nothing, Minato and Nawaki looked like children who had lost their parents' affection.

They probably never thought they'd have to worry about being neglected as adults.

"Alright, alright."

"Quit sulking. Who are you putting on that face for?"

"Here, these are for you."

Sakumo, ever the responsible elder, handed over two large gift boxes.

Inside were custom-made suits—modern and stylish.

"Uncle is the best!"

"Big brother is the best!"

Minato and Nawaki called him different names, but their expressions were identical as they accepted the gifts in one swift motion.

They had known they wouldn't be completely forgotten.

"Look at the two of you acting like you've never received anything before."

"Let's eat."

Kawakaze shot them a look of disdain before sitting down beside Tsunade, still holding Naruto.

As soon as he spoke, the servants began bringing out the dishes.

Under the guidance of Kakashi and Ginji, the children took their seats one by one.

With them around, the dinner table was especially lively and warm.

The only downside was the absence of Yahiko and the others, leaving a small gap in the gathering.

Nagato and Nonō were stationed in the Land of Lightning, keeping Kumo in check.

Meanwhile, Yahiko and Konan were overseeing the Land of Rain, though they were close to completing their duties.

Soon, they would all be able to return and settle in Konoha.

"Is Nagato's term almost up?"

The thought suddenly came to Kawakaze, and he casually asked.

"Yeah, he'll be back in three months."

"And there's good news—Nonō is pregnant."

"Nagato said they'll hold the wedding as soon as he returns to Konoha."

"It'll be a great occasion to celebrate."

As Hokage, Minato communicated with Nagato more than Kawakaze did these days.

"That brat didn't even tell me such big news?"

Tsunade took a sip of her drink, looking displeased.

"Sensei's wife, don't blame them."

"You were off traveling, and they didn't want to disturb you."

Minato stepped in to defend Nagato and Nonō, knowing full well that Tsunade wouldn't hold back when it came to disciplining them.

"What does traveling have to do with it?"

"When I see them, they're getting an earful."

Tsunade snorted, showing no intention of letting them off the hook.

"Alright, alright, it's not that serious."

"This is good news."

"Why not have Yahiko and Konan get married at the same time?"

"That way, it's one less thing to worry about—double the celebration."

Kawakaze didn't dwell on it too much, but there was an undeniable sense of happiness in his tone.

"Brother-in-law, that's a great idea."

Nawaki raised both hands in agreement. Yahiko and the others were long overdue for settling down.

"Then it's settled. We'll tell them when they get back."

"Until then, no one leaks a word."

Kawakaze's gaze swept across the room, the warning in his eyes unmistakable.

"Understood."

Nawaki and the others wouldn't dare disobey. They quickly nodded in agreement.

"...Has anything happened recently?"

With that matter settled, Tsunade shifted the conversation to the current state of affairs.

It wasn't that she doubted Minato's leadership.

As a former Hokage, she simply remained invested in the village's well-being.

"We're already drafting the next five-year plan."

"Everything is going smoothly, no major concerns."

Compared to how things played out in the original timeline, Minato's Hokage tenure was far more stable.

Not only did he hold true authority, but Konoha's political landscape was also incredibly harmonious.

"That's good to hear."

"You've done an excellent job these past years."

"You haven't let us down—keep it up."

Tsunade gave Minato a rare word of praise, smiling.

"Thank you for your confidence, Sensei's wife."

Minato chuckled a bit shyly. In front of Kawakaze and the others, he no longer carried the air of Hokage.

"But there is one strange thing."

"Recently, there have been a lot of grave robberies across the shinobi world."

"I don't get it. There aren't any valuable burial items in these tombs."

"So what's the point?"

Minato suddenly recalled a report from Shikaku Nara, though he hadn't given it much thought at the time.

It just seemed odd, so he brought it up as a passing topic.

"...Grave robberies?"

Kawakaze's heart sank the moment he heard those words.

A terrible feeling surged within him.

Impure World Reincarnation?

Was someone stirring up trouble?

Black Zetsu?

A flurry of questions raced through his mind.

If his guess was right, then something major was about to happen.

"Whose graves were being targeted?"

After a brief hesitation, Kawakaze pressed for details.

"Let's see..."

"They were all former Kage and renowned warriors."

"Not too many in number, but without exception, they were all strong shinobi."

Minato recalled the reported list of stolen remains. That was the only consistent pattern.

"Have Nagato return to Konoha immediately."

"Monitor all suspicious individuals closely."

"Put the village on high alert."

Kawakaze had completely lost his appetite. He set down his chopsticks, his expression growing increasingly serious.

He was almost certain—this was Black Zetsu's doing.

If Madara Uchiha was being revived through Impure World Reincarnation, his first target would be Nagato.

Getting Nagato back to Konoha was the safest course of action.

"Is it really that serious?"

Minato was still unsure of the full extent of the threat.

It had been a long time since he had seen Kawakaze look this tense.

"Yes. Stop eating and start preparing."

"Nawaki, you go too."

Kawakaze immediately summoned a slug to relay the message to Nagato.

However, this wasn't wartime anymore—Nagato no longer carried a slug clone with him at all times.

It might take a little while before he received the message.

"Let's go."

Minato and Nawaki stood up without hesitation and rushed out.

With the atmosphere completely shattered, no one else at the table had the heart to continue eating.

All eyes turned to Kawakaze, waiting for an explanation.

"...Hah."

"If my guess is correct, Uchiha Madara is about to return."

"And if that happens, the entire shinobi world is in for a catastrophe."

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