Outside the Third Training Ground.
"Sorry, Kaikei."
Minato Namikaze wore an apologetic expression.
"Kushina has always been this straightforward. I hope you won't mind what she did just now."
Despite his sincere words and attitude, the one standing here was merely a Shadow Clone.
It had to be said that ninjas' "Clone Technique" really was an incredibly useful ability.
In every respect.
"I used the [Shadow Binding Technique] first. That was why she made her move."
Nara Kaikei shook his head and earnestly explained himself to Minato Namikaze's Shadow Clone.
"Also, I didn't know today was your date with Miss Kushina Uzumaki. I delayed your date.
"If possible, please apologize to Miss Kushina Uzumaki on my behalf."
Nara Kaikei did not like taking the blame, but neither would he deliberately dump it on someone else.
"I will."
Minato Namikaze smiled gently, his mood easing.
"By the way, Kaikei, call me Brother Minato from now on. 'Jonin Namikaze' sounds far too formal.
"I had originally planned to introduce you to my three subordinates. You're all children around the same age, so I thought you'd have plenty in common. But it seems we'll have to wait until next time."
Minato Namikaze's three subordinates?
Nara Kaikei's gaze shifted slightly as images of Minato Squad's trio surfaced in his mind.
What a pity...
"Oh, there's one more thing."
As he spoke, Minato Namikaze's expression turned serious.
"Just now... Well, what I mean is, after today, certain ninjas may take the initiative to approach you.
"In any case... Kaikei, if you run into any trouble in the future, you can come to me."
Nara Kaikei nodded, not quite understanding.
Poof!
Minato Namikaze took his leave, and the Shadow Clone burst into a cloud of smoke.
Looking at the empty Third Training Ground, Nara Kaikei adjusted