Should I continue being a villain in the ninja world after transmigrating?

Chapter 5 Gradually Integrating into Konoha

After their conversation failed again that day, the two, knowing that neither of them would change their minds, tacitly continued to live in Konoha without touching on the issue.

On the streets of Konoha, Mavis walked with a light step, as if the curse of the god Ankhseram had fallen into slumber, perhaps because she was in a completely different world.

Overjoyed, Mebius also cherished this long-awaited time to connect with people without any burden.

"Hey, Mavis!" Naruto called out to the blonde girl walking ahead.

Mavis turned around upon hearing Naruto's voice and saw Kakashi's team of three who had just finished their mission. She greeted them with a smile, "Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and Kakashi-sensei, how did the mission go?"

During this period, thanks to her status as a member of Kakashi's team, which was implanted with Zeref's magic, Mavis got along quite well with Naruto, Sakura, and Kakashi.

It would have been better if Mavis hadn't mentioned it, because as soon as the mission was brought up, Naruto couldn't help but purse his lips: "It's always the same old missions of finding cats and weeding. They're such a waste of our talents, I tell you."

At this moment, Sakura also came up and said, "I really envy you and Zeref, Mavis, that you don't have to do these troublesome and boring missions with us."

"That's right, that's right!" Naruto excitedly turned around and protested to Kakashi, "It's one thing for Mavis to be unwell, but why doesn't Zeref have to go on missions with us, Kakashi-sensei! I want to do those missions like the one in the Land of Waves last time too!"

Kakashi strolled over leisurely, placed a hand on Naruto's head, and ruffled it, saying casually, "Once you've completed enough missions, higher-level missions will naturally await you. Patience is an essential skill for a ninja..."

"As for Zeref," Kakashi paused, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes. Naruto's question, "Why doesn't Zeref have to do missions?" had just crossed Kakashi's mind, but it was suppressed again by the effect of the magic. He continued, "Zeref has other reasons. The three of you just need to do your missions well."

Sasuke, who had been observing Kakashi, Naruto, and Sakura's reactions without saying a word, did not miss the momentary look of confusion and hesitation on Kakashi's face. He was even more impressed by the bewildering magic that Zeref had used.

However, judging from Kakashi's reaction, this magic was not without flaws.

It allows everyone to accept the fact that Zeref and Mavis don't have to go on missions all the time, but it can't provide more detailed reasons and explanations.

So, this is the flaw in this magic. Sasuke's understanding of this magic has deepened.

Because Zeref's residence is very close to Sasuke's, Mavis is currently heading home with Sasuke after saying goodbye to Kakashi, Sakura, and Naruto.

Seeing Sasuke deep in thought the whole way, Mavis asked curiously, "Sasuke, what are you thinking about?"

“Thinking about Zeref’s magic…” Sasuke, who was about to answer subconsciously, suddenly realized something. He glanced at Mavis beside him, a hint of annoyance flashing in his eyes.

Thinking of the conversation she had just had with Kakashi's team about how she and Zeref didn't need to do missions, Mavis said with some understanding, "Are you referring to the magic about my and Zeref's identities?"

Seeing that he had already spoken out of turn, Sasuke simply stopped hiding it and asked directly, "That's right, Kakashi-sensei clearly had suspicions just now, but in the end he didn't pursue it any further."

Mavis explained to Sasuke, "The effect of this magic is somewhat similar to the logic of dreaming. When you have doubts, the magic will activate, causing you to give up on investigating further."

"But is there no one who can resist this magic? If so, wouldn't this magic be invincible?" Sasuke couldn't help but ask.

If the enemy mistakes me for an ally, wouldn't that mean I could launch a surprise attack when the enemy is completely unprepared? Sasuke thought with some trepidation.

Mavis shook her head and continued, "Of course not. This magic is just a general, vague alteration of perception. When someone has great doubts, they will naturally be able to find something amiss. This is why Zeref and I avoid crowds most of the time."

Sasuke pursed his lips upon hearing this and said, "I thought it was you and Zeref who didn't want to do those boring missions."

Mavis raised her head somewhat guiltily and said, "Of course not, hahaha."

Meeting Sasuke's suspicious gaze, Mavis added quietly, "At least I'm not!"

Sasuke: ...So this means Zeref is?

However, Sasuke thought about it and found it hard to imagine Zeref lying there attracting the cat.

Soon the two arrived at their residence downstairs, and Mavis said enthusiastically, "Sasuke, would you like to come and have dinner together? Zeref is cooking for us."

"No need, I..." Sasuke instinctively wanted to refuse, but before he could finish speaking, Mavis pulled him away.

"I'm back," Mavis said with a smile as she opened the door and greeted Jelf, who was setting the table with food.

“Welcome back, Mavis. Sasuke’s here too.” Zeref, dressed in casual clothes and even wearing a floral apron, replied.

Looking at Zeref's domesticated demeanor, which resembled that of a stay-at-home husband, and the lavish meal on the table, Sasuke felt extremely awkward. He couldn't help but ask, "So you don't go on missions just to cook at home?!"

Sasuke suddenly felt that compared to Zeref's current state, the tasks of searching for a lost cat and weeding didn't seem so unbearable anymore.

Because of Sasuke's arrival, Zeref went to the kitchen to get another bowl of rice. He then took off his apron, sat down at the table, and said with a smile, "This peaceful and ordinary life is something I never dared to dream of before."

Mavis's eyes dimmed for a moment, but she quickly smiled and changed the subject, saying, "Sasuke, come and try Zeref's cooking. You know, in our world, very few people have the chance to eat the food made by the famous Black Mage Zeref."

Sasuke sat down at the table somewhat awkwardly. This overly casual scene of gathering together for a meal was both familiar and unfamiliar to him. He said somewhat uncomfortably, "Then thank you for the treat."