It's been 24 years, why am I reincarnated in Konoha without a system?

Chapter 129 The Expectations of the Third Generation, Transfer Student Karin

"Well, as a Konoha ninja, she still has a lot to learn. Considering she's already taken many ninja courses in Kusagakure, we'll let her enter the Ninja Academy as a transfer student and graduate through the normal channels. Ishikawa, this is also for Karin's future." The Third Hokage explained with a smile, unaware that Ishikawa had already guessed his thoughts.

Now that he has shown his sincerity, it's up to Karin to choose!

Facing the Third Hokage's gaze, Karin glanced at Ishikawa and finally gritted her teeth, "Hokage-sama, may I join Ishikawa-kun's team after graduation? If not, then I will give up becoming a ninja. If so, then I will enter the Ninja Academy and become a Konoha ninja."

"Join the Ishikawa squad??" The Third Hokage hesitated, taking a breath.

Karin wanting to join Ishikawa's team was something he never expected. He was about to refuse, but looking at Karin's stubborn face, he hesitated.

The Uzumaki clan is known for its fiery temper, so if he refuses Karin now, he might very well refuse to become a ninja.

A Uzumaki clan member who isn't a ninja—that's not what he wants. He only said that to show his Hokage-like demeanor; he wouldn't actually allow Karin to live as an ordinary person!

After thinking for a moment, looking at Karin III's solemn face and determined eyes, he finally sighed and nodded in agreement, "If you insist on doing so, I will grant your request."

Giving Karin to Naruto and Sasuke was already a bonus, and now that Karin values ​​Ishikawa, that's perfectly fine! Let's use Ishikawa as a link to create a bond that allows Karin to integrate into Konoha.

In any case, Ishikawa is a talented junior whom he values. In this way, even after Kakashi leaves, Ishikawa's team will be a true elite team and will be able to shoulder more responsibility!

"Thank you, Hokage-sama! I will definitely study hard at the Ninja Academy and pass the exam!" Seeing the Third Hokage's promise, Karin jumped up excitedly and shouted with joy, her eyes looking at Ishikawa with a mixture of curiosity and anticipation.

"Then, I'll leave Karin to you from now on..." The Third Hokage smiled and nodded, then turned to look at Ishikawa meaningfully.

If Ishikawa and Karin could unite, it might be possible to replicate the next generation of Minato and Kushina. This was also a major reason why he ultimately agreed to let Karin join Ishikawa's team.

Although Karin and Naruto are a better match, it is too risky to combine the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki with the backup Jinchuriki!

"I will certainly live up to your expectations, Hokage-sama." Ishikawa nodded solemnly, overjoyed at the turn of events.

I didn't expect the Third Hokage to value Karin's attitude so much. It seems that the words he taught Karin in advance were perfectly fine.

Well, it was his idea to get Karin to say that joining Ishikawa's team was his. Only Karin could bring it up!

However, the unexpected option involving the ninja academy caught him and Karin off guard, but fortunately, everything went smoothly.

"That's enough for today. Ishikawa, please arrange for Karin to stay at a hotel for the night, and bring her over tomorrow morning to arrange her accommodation and transfer to another class."

"Yes, Hokage-sama." Ishikawa nodded respectfully, then turned and left the office with Karin, who also bowed in gratitude.

Watching the two figures disappear into the distance, the Third Hokage quickly opened the letter that Hakuun had replied to earlier and skimmed through it. "Ishikawa was right, there really was a disturbance in Kusagakure..."

With an almost inaudible murmur, the Third Generation pondered for a moment, his eyes flashing, and then suddenly clapped his hands.

With two whooshing sounds, two hidden agents instantly appeared, kneeling silently in front of him.

"Hayate, you must set off immediately to Kusagakure to gather all information about Karin! Especially about the death of her mother, I need to know if she was a spy sent by Kusagakure."

"Yugao, you are responsible for secretly monitoring Karin's every move 24 hours a day for a period of one month. Dismissed..."

"Yes, Hokage-sama." Upon hearing the Third Hokage's order, the two Anbu members responded in unison and vanished in a flash.

"I hope everything is alright..." Standing with his hands behind his back, the Third Generation turned to look at the myriad lights of the village and murmured to himself.

Although he trusted Ishikawa, as Hokage, he had to confirm the information was accurate! If there was any discrepancy in the information Hayate had gathered, then he would use Sharingan genjutsu to investigate Karin when Kakashi returned.

Although Ishikawa was unaware of the Third Hokage's arrangements, he could easily guess that the Third Hokage would investigate secretly. So he didn't say much to Karin, treated her to dinner, arranged a hotel for her, and went straight home.

Anyway, what they said was basically true, and they weren't afraid of three generations of investigation and evidence collection!

Night, a time-traveling room.

"There's no trace of White Zetsu. It seems Madara hasn't suspected Rin." After opening his red eyes to explore the underground space in the Third Shinobi World War era, Ishikawa muttered to himself and then turned to look at Karin.

For convenience, he arranged for Karin to stay in a hotel not far from his home.

"Uzuki Yugao? Just as I thought, Karin was being monitored by the Third Hokage!" With just a quick glance, Ishikawa saw that signature long purple hair and immediately understood.

However, he didn't think much of it. This was a normal situation, and the fact that the Third Hokage didn't keep an eye on him meant that he trusted him.

But is it really a good idea to spy on Karin in front of Kagura's keen eye? Well, whether it's surveillance or protection is up to the Third Hokage to decide, so who cares...

After checking the time, Ishikawa stopped thinking and immediately began training in Lightning Release: Chidori!

Nothing was said that night, and the next day...

"Quiet down, everyone! I have something to announce!" Iruka suddenly opened the door at the Ninja Academy, interrupting the noisy discussion among the students, and shouted loudly.

Instantly, the students, who had been chatting like they were in a market, all fell silent and looked at their homeroom teacher, Iruka, with curious and varied expressions.

It's study time now, I hope they're not suddenly going to do some special training or other troublesome things!

"Come in, Karin." Under everyone's watchful eyes, Iruka turned and called out to the door.

The next second, a girl of similar age with long red hair and red-rimmed glasses walked in nervously and apprehensively...

"Such vibrant hair? This is the first time I've ever seen such red hair!"

"Who is she? She seems like I've never seen her before, she looks a little shy..."

"It may be a bit rude to say this, but that red hair really does look like a tomato."

"You know it's rude of you, yet you still say it. But she really is different! I've never seen anyone like her before."

In an instant, whispers erupted from every corner of the classroom the moment the girl entered.

"Everyone, this is the new transfer student, Karin Uzumaki. You all need to get along with her peacefully from now on! Don't let me find out that anyone is bullying her, or I won't let you off the hook!" Iruka shouted loudly from the podium, looking around to support Karin.

In the blink of an eye, everyone in the classroom changed their expressions and turned to look at the blond-haired boy.

A vortex? Could this newcomer be related to Naruto by clan?

"You, you're called Karin Uzumaki? I'm Naruto Uzumaki, nice to meet you." Almost as soon as everyone was wondering, Naruto excitedly stepped forward and called out.

After all these years, is he finally going to have relatives?

"You're the Naruto Uzumaki that the Hokage was talking about? Hmm, you seem a bit slow-witted..." Karin pursed her lips as she looked at the blond boy in front of her and then turned her gaze to the others.

But just by glancing around, she spotted a black-haired boy with spiky hair in the third row. However, when faced with her gaze, the handsome boy gave a nonchalant snort and turned to look out the window.

"So handsome! He's even a few times more handsome than Ishikawa-kun. Who is that guy? He looks so arrogant..."