When Chiyo returned to his lodging, the night was already deep.
However, he keenly sensed Chakra nearby.
The ninja who had originally been monitoring him had already left. He hadn't expected them to arrange for three more people to watch him so quickly.
"Heh, changed people?"
The corner of his mouth lifted slightly as he hooked a finger.
Without a sound, the Sand Ninja hiding in the shadows froze for a moment, then stood blankly in place, trapped in a Genjutsu.
Chiyo did not waste any time. With a flash, he arrived directly outside Minato Namikaze's door.
With a gentle push, he found the door unlocked.
Inside, Minato was sitting by the bed, still wearing the clothes from earlier that day. He had clearly been waiting for him.
Seeing Chiyo enter, Minato smiled faintly.
"I knew you would come, Senior."
Chiyo raised a brow.
"Looks like you guessed what I was planning?"
Minato nodded, a calm gleam flashing in his azure eyes.
"Sunagakure's situation is more complicated than we imagined. Since we can't move freely during the day, nighttime is naturally the best opportunity."
Chiyo gave him an approving look.
"Smart."
He stopped wasting words and said directly.
"Let's go."
Minato promptly rose and followed Chiyo.
The two silently left the inn.
Outside the Kazekage Building, Anbu ninja patrolled back and forth under strict guard.
Suddenly, two figures emerged from the shadows.
They wore Sand Ninja Anbu uniforms, their faces concealed behind masks.
"Stop!"
An Anbu who looked like a captain stepped forward to block them, speaking coldly.
"Identification."
The ninja in front shifted slightly, blocking the view of the ninja behind him, then raised his head.
His black eyes instantly transformed into Three Tomoe Sharingan.
The captain's hand paused slightly as he took the identification. His gaze turned unfocused