"I'm fine!"
Senju Hikari said timidly, her eyes a bit watery.
Over the years, apart from her brother, no one else had shown concern for her.
"Fine? I can see your ribs are broken!" Genya looked at Hikari's pale face and pulled her towards the medical room at the center of Konoha. "You need to see a doctor!"
If Genya had his own broken ribs, he could recover in just a couple of days, especially with his Infinite Chakra World Technique. But for a commoner like Hikari, healing from broken ribs would take at least two months.
"I-I don't have any money!" Hikari was still hesitant, reluctant to go to the hospital. She had been wandering in the commoner district with her brother, and they didn't have money for medical care.
"Stick with me; when have I ever asked for money from anyone else?" Genya said smoothly, taking her hand and leading her forward, giving her no chance to refuse.
Hikari's cheeks flushed red.
In fact, the only outsiders who had ever eaten with Genya were Hinata Hyuga, Might Guy, and Izumi Uchiha, who was somewhat included.
On the way, they ran into Kai Uchiha, and Genya asked him to pass a message: "Uncle Kai, tell my dad and mom that I'm taking Hikari to the Konoha Medical Center and won't be coming back!"
Genya carefully guided Hikari to the hospital, asking about what had happened along the way.
When he learned that it was the newly appointed Police Force Head, Sarutobi Eisuke, who was responsible, he snorted in anger. "Hmph, they use violence as an excuse to attack the Uchiha Police Force Division while being completely oblivious themselves. Not only did they use violence, but they also took someone away and let the real culprits go. It's laughable!"
The darkness in Konoha seemed to be more than just the tip of the iceberg, penetrating every corner.
At this rate, Konoha would soon be finished.
So, Genya and Hikari chatted as they made their way to the Konoha hospital. Due to the long walk, Hikari's abdomen hurt badly, and Genya had to carry her small, delicate body.
Because she had been starving for so long, the seven-year-old girl was only slightly taller than Genya, making it easy for him to carry her.
"Stop! Commoners need to go to the hospital across the street!" As Genya was about to enter, someone outside stopped him and pointed to a rundown hospital across the street.
The building was dilapidated, and the medical facilities were likely very shabby!
For the first time, Genya felt the disparity in treatment in Konoha. Ordinary people were only allowed into those run-down hospitals, while only ninjas or people from major clans could access the high-end Konoha Hospital.
How laughable, how ridiculous.
"Move aside! My father is Uchiha Kinya. Hurry up and clear the way!" Genya shouted at the people blocking the path, using his status for the first time to assert authority.
"Let's go to the hospital across the street. When I was sick before, my brother took me there!" Senju Hikari whispered.
"With me here, you don't need to worry!" Uchiha Genya reassured Senju Hikari, then looked up at the people blocking the way who had not moved. "Move aside!"
Dual Pupils?
The people blocking the way saw Genya's Dual Pupil eyes and confirmed his identity.
They reluctantly moved aside.
Upon entering the hospital, Genya used his status to get the doctors to help Senju Hikari with her treatment and arranged a private room.
"She's been treated. Let's leave!" It was already dark, and Hikari was worried about how much this luxurious room would cost for one night.
But before she could finish speaking, Genya stopped her.
He told her to rest properly here, and his mother also arrived with a meal box. Hearing about Hikari's situation made her a bit emotional: "Hikari, we are all from the Senju clan. From now on, stay with us. Genya needs a playmate too!"
She also promised to send someone to the Sarutobi Police Force unit early the next morning to request assistance so Senju Hikari could rest well.
So it was settled.
Genya stayed the night there.
Early in the morning!
Genya glanced at the sleeping Hikari, adjusted his clothes, and went for his usual run around Konoha.
After running for over ten laps, he stopped at a breakfast stall, bought some food, and headed towards the hospital.
"Hey, Genya! Want to spar? I'll give you some pointers!" After seeing Genya run so many laps in silence, and now seeing him about to leave, Might Guy called out.
"Maybe another day. I have things to do!" Genya waved and left.
Might Guy, looking puzzled, wondered why Genya, who used to be so excited at the mention of a fight, was acting so differently today.
In the hospital room...
"Genya, you're back!" Senju Hikari had woken up earlier but was a bit anxious seeing the large, empty medical room. She didn't know where everyone had gone and could only wait obediently on the bed.
Seeing Genya return, her eyes finally lit up.
"I've brought some food. You must be hungry!" Genya placed the breakfast on the table and gestured for Hikari to eat.
Hikari began eating, but tears started falling again.
"Why are you so kind to me? I don't know how to repay you," Hikari said, feeling unsure of how to show her gratitude.
"Want to repay me? Then just be my assistant once you're better!" Genya said with a serious tone, pretending to be an adult, and gently ruffled Hikari's hair.
Hikari nodded silently, holding onto the food tightly.
Taking this chance, Genya used his Dual Pupil ability to check on Hikari's injuries.
Hmm.
He was slightly surprised to see that Hikari's ribs were healing quickly. They had already recovered about one-third of the way. At this rate, she'd be healed in less than three days.
There was a faint green light flickering at the broken ribs.
Could Hikari have a special physique?
Yes... If it weren't for a special physique, she wouldn't heal so fast.
Looks like I've found a treasure.
In the world of Naruto, people with special physiques are rare and might be very useful in the future.
If he hadn't come to this world, Hikari might have gone unnoticed. But now she has met him.
"Doctor, move the patient to this room!" At that moment, Genya heard commotion outside the ward, which sounded both noisy and somewhat familiar.
Before he could look, the ward door was pushed open.
A doctor wheeled in a person who was covered in bandages and unconscious.
Since the person's face was also wrapped in bandages, Genya didn't immediately recognize them. But he did recognize the ninja following behind—the Uchiha clan member, Uchiha Shin.
And his own mother was with them!
Why are they all here?
He had a vague, unsettling feeling. Could it be that his father had been attacked?
"Mom? What's going on?" Genya asked, looking curiously at his mother and Uchiha Shin.
Senju Yumi didn't speak but turned her gaze toward Uchiha Shin.
Uchiha Shin sighed, glanced at the unconscious figure next to him, and said, "This is the person I just brought back from the Sarutobi Police Force Division. It's Hayashi!"
Huh? Hayashi?
Genya was initially puzzled. It seemed like there is no one in the Uchiha clan named Hayashi. But no, Hayashi — Genya remembered that Hikari's brother was also named Hayashi and was in the Police Force Division.
"Brother…" Hikari saw the bandaged, unconscious person and tried to rush over to check if it was her brother.
Genya quickly stopped her, "He's okay. Please be quiet and don't delay the doctor from treating your brother!"
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