Seeing the expression on Haruna's face, Yūto couldn't help but smile, chuckling softly.
In the entire Mist Ninja Village, Haruna was probably the only one who knew him and dared to speak to him so casually.
"It's my treat today, eat whatever you want."
Yūto reached out and patted Haruna's small head, speaking with a light laugh.
"Really!"
Haruna's eyes lit up, and a look of surprise appeared on her face.
Haruna, who had been following behind Yūto, immediately ran in front of him, her eyes gleaming as she surveyed the shouts of vendors all over the street.
Yūto walked leisurely behind Haruna, his hands in his pockets.
Although the street was filled with boisterous noise, Yūto heard a sense of tranquility in his ears.
Unfortunately, this tranquility would likely not last long.
Throughout the history of the Ninja World, war has always been the dominant theme.
As for so-called friendship, bonds, and the like, they merely serve to highlight the war.
Yūto raised his head and casually surveyed the bustling street ahead, as well as the various sizes of carriages and scenes of goods being transported.
Just then, a figure with short, light blue hair suddenly appeared in Yūto's line of sight.
As soon as this figure appeared, she walked directly towards Yūto.
Konan walked calmly in front of Yūto, and seeing Yūto slightly dazed, she softly said:
"What, only one day apart, and Lord Yūto doesn't recognize me anymore?"
As Konan's voice sounded, Yūto came back to his senses, a hint of surprise in his eyes as he looked at the stunningly dressed Konan before him.
At this moment, Konan's usual black robe with red clouds, which gave off a sense of somber oppression, was gone.
She had changed into a light blue kimono. This kimono was very ordinary, but on Konan, it gave off a stunning impression.
"I'm just a little surprised that you would change out of that robe."
Yūto shook his head, speaking softly.
"This is your Mist Ninja Village after all. Although Lord Yūto has already given the order in advance, that robe is, after all, too eye-catching."
Konan's eyes flickered slightly a few times as she spoke softly.
Just then, Haruna trotted over from the side, looking at Konan with wide eyes and letting out a soft gasp:
"Wow! What a beautiful big sister."
Hearing Haruna's voice, Konan couldn't help but freeze for a moment, a blush quickly flashing across her face.
"Who is this little girl?"
Konan knelt down slightly, stroked Haruna's head, and spoke softly.
"Ameyuri Ringo's younger sister, a food addict."
Yūto shrugged casually, speaking helplessly.
Hearing Yūto's words, Haruna immediately pouted, just about to say something.
Suddenly, Haruna saw Yūto's triumphant expression and pointed to his wallet on his waist.
Seeing Yūto's action, Haruna quickly closed her mouth, a wronged expression on her little face.
Seeing this scene before her, Konan suddenly felt a bit amused.
Especially Yūto, the casual expression on his face was completely different from how he looked when he met Uchiha Madara.
At this moment, Yūto gave off an extremely approachable feeling.
Haruna mumbled softly, "Stingy."
After speaking, Haruna obediently ate the food she held in both hands, while her gaze continued to look towards the street food vendors.
Yūto's lips curved upwards, a satisfied expression on his face, and he walked forward along with the flow of people, as if taking a stroll.
Seeing Yūto's movement, Konan's expression paused, then she quickly stood up and followed.
Noticing Konan following, a sharp glint flashed in Yūto's eyes.
He had originally thought he had stumbled upon Konan by chance, but now it seemed it was intentional.
"Thank you, Lord Yūto, for those eyes."
Konan walked beside Yūto, a grateful expression on her face.
"I've already said it, no need to thank me. I always have my own motives for what I do. It seems Nagato's surgery was very successful."
Yūto gently shook his head, his voice calm as he spoke.
Given the Whirlpool Clan's physique, there should basically be no problems.
Konan nodded, was silent for a moment, then spoke softly:
"Lord Yūto, I would like to ask about the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan."
"Oh, it seems Nagato asked you to inquire."
Yūto raised an eyebrow, a smile appearing at the corner of his mouth.
Konan did not speak, neither confirming nor denying.
"This matter hinges on Uchiha Itachi's younger brother, Uchiha Sasuke. As long as his eyes can evolve into the Mangekyo Sharingan, I presume you know what to do next."
"As for whether Nagato can take those eyes from Uchiha Sasuke, that depends on his own ability."
Yūto spoke with a calm voice.
Indeed!
Hearing Yūto's words, a knowing look appeared on Konan's face. She bit her lip slightly, then continued softly:
"What if Nagato loses?"
Yūto, who was walking forward as if strolling, suddenly stopped, turned his head, and gazed indifferently at Konan before him.
Seeing Yūto's expression, Konan's heart trembled slightly.
"You seem to have misunderstood something. When Nagato made this choice, he already had no retreat."
"And there are only two outcomes: either Uchiha Sasuke reclaims Uchiha Itachi's eyes, or Nagato succeeds. And the loser faces only one outcome: death."
Yūto's indifferent voice fell into Konan's ears.
A pale expression appeared on Konan's face; she understood the meaning behind Yūto's words.
Konan knew better than anyone what Nagato was currently burdened with.
Nagato had no retreat, or rather, Nagato didn't need a retreat at all!
What truly worried Konan was not Uchiha Sasuke, but Uchiha Madara; that was Konan's true concern.
"Big sister, here!"
Just then, Haruna's voice came from the side.
Haruna was holding a string of grilled dried fish in her hand, which she handed to Konan.
After sharing the grilled dried fish with Konan, Haruna then grinningly handed the fish balls in her hand to Yūto.
"Oh, when did you become so sensible?"
Yūto took the fish balls, his eyes lighting up, and he said to Haruna with a smile.
"Haruna has always been very sensible!"
Haruna pouted, turned her head and winked at Konan, then ran towards the front of the street again.
Konan looked at the grilled dried fish in her hand, and couldn't help but look up at Yūto.
"Don't look at me, just eat."
Yūto said casually, chewing on the fish balls in his hand.
The slightly tense atmosphere from just a moment ago instantly vanished without a trace with Haruna's actions.
"If you're worried about Uchiha Madara, you can rest assured."
At the same time, a somewhat muffled voice entered Konan's ears, causing her heart to relax involuntarily.