In the rain-washed ravine.
Mist curled through the air, like a thin veil shrouding the entire world.
Pakura stepped across the slick rocks, every movement especially cautious.
Behind her, Chiyo was disguised as an ordinary Sunagakure ninja, silently following along.
His face was hidden beneath a Bamboo Hat, revealing only a pair of calm eyes that observed everything around them.
"This mist... something's wrong."
Pakura said quietly, her brows slightly furrowed.
She could sense a trace of Chakra fluctuations in the air, but she could not determine their source.
Chiyo did not respond, merely giving a slight nod.
His gaze swept over the surroundings as he sneered inwardly.
Hidden Mist Technique? Looks like they've already set a trap.
At that moment.
Light footsteps came from within the mist.
A middle-aged man dressed in Kirigakure attire emerged from the fog, a warm smile on his face.
"Lady Pakura, you've finally arrived!"
He hurried forward and respectfully bowed.
"I am an envoy from Kirigakure, ordered to welcome you here."
Pakura paused slightly, but quickly regained her composure.
"Thank you for your trouble."
She replied blandly, a hint of scrutiny in her gaze.
Chiyo stood behind Pakura and deliberately lowered his voice.
"Lady Pakura, Lord Kazekage instructed me to make sure you complete this mission safely."
There was a trace of nervousness in his tone, making him sound like an ordinary ninja.
The Kirigakure envoy glanced at Chiyo.
He saw nothing unusual about him.
A flicker of contempt crossed his eyes, but he quickly put on a smile again.
"And this is?"
"My attendant."
Pakura answered briefly, seemingly unwilling to say more.
"I see."
The envoy smiled, becoming even more enthusiastic.
Just an attendant. I can deal with him together with her later!
"Lady Pakura, it is truly our honor to meet you