Within the Land of Birds, two days later.
"We finally made it." Anko stretched lazily as she climbed down from the carriage.
Before them lay a vast, beautiful lake. Just as the rumors said, it was breathtaking at first glance.
The Land of Birds was merely a small country. Its entire territory would amount to no more than a single city within the Land of Fire. The whole nation lived around the lake, surrounded by lush, dense forests. With very limited military strength, it had always remained neutral and focused heavily on tourism, so the flames of war rarely reached it.
As evening approached, the lake shimmered in the distance, and the air was mild and fragrant. It was a gentle, softened dusk.
Rin took a deep breath as well. "What a wonderful place."
Far away from the troubles in the village, from those people she did not want to see, all she wanted now was to relax properly.
After seeing the enormous, beautiful lake, Obito's mood improved considerably. Even if he could not have a date alone with Rin, he could treat this as a nice trip.
"See, Rin? I wasn't lying to you."
The three of them escorted their employer to the destination and received the mission completion document along with the remaining payment.
"Let's go shopping." Anko was full of excitement.
Rin chuckled. "We should find somewhere to stay first."
Anko turned to Obito. "Obito, could you go find us a place to stay?"
Naturally, Obito did not want to. He silently cursed Anko for being such a tomboy.
Rin said helplessly, "Let's go together. Why are you dumping that kind of work on Obito?"
Obito was deeply moved upon hearing that. Rin is so gentle and considerate!
The three found an inn with rooms overlooking the