The child who left home

Seeing that even the clan's Jonin was speaking in a humble tone, Yang Xing wasn't one to make trouble unnecessarily. Besides, Asuma hadn't done much harm to him, so he didn't want to get involved.

Yang Xing waved his hand dismissively and replied, "Well, as long as he didn't hurt me or Sister Hong, it's not a big deal."

"Thank you very much then." Sanada Sarutobi looked up, his face showing a hint of joy.

Meanwhile, Kurenai Yuhi was completely baffled by what the two were talking about. From the beginning until now, she found that her brain simply couldn't keep up.

Why is my teacher acting so humble, as if this little boy in front of me is some special person?

They're actually worried about the other party causing trouble for Asuma? Do they think they can challenge the Third Hokage's current status?

She was truly incredulous in the face of Yang Xing. What made her heart race even faster was that Yang Xing kept saying he wouldn't hurt her.

Could it be that this little brother really likes me?

Shaking her head, Kurenai Yuhi immediately dismissed the idea. The other person was just a child; they couldn't possibly understand what liking someone meant. They probably just had a crush on her, nothing more.

Both of them had mixed feelings about the barbecue.

Sanada Sarutobi and Kurenai Yuhi were both conflicted about Yang Xing, while Yang Xing ate a large meal by himself, his dignified demeanor leaving both of them speechless with a wry smile.

After dinner, at sunset.

Several people came out of the store, about to part ways.

"Well, Yang Xing, see you tomorrow if possible." Sanada Sarutobi was a little stiff. He was sure that the brat would be with them tomorrow; just look at the way the brat looked at Kurenai Yuhi, and you'd understand.

The Fourth Hokage was right; that guy really is a little pervert.

However, this little pervert's strength and status in Konoha are not simple. Why doesn't he have a cute girl in his family? This is really infuriating!

Of course, Yang Xing had no idea what the other party was thinking. Having eaten and drunk his fill, he just wanted to go home and sleep, and see if Little Anko would come over tonight.

"See you tomorrow then. I'll be relying on you for the next few days, Sanada- sensei!" Yang Xing yawned and turned to leave.

Seeing the brat turn his head away, Sanada Sarutobi gave a helpless wry smile, "Hey, Kurenai, your house is a bit far, let me take you."

"Um."

The three were about to leave when an unexpected event made them all stop in their tracks.

The person was in a hurry. Not far away, a person rushed over, looking anxious and frantic as they jumped between the rooftops. It was clear that something had happened.

The man, who hadn't even caught his breath, knelt down and gasped for air as he ran to Sanada Sarutobi.

Upon seeing the man's face, Sanada Sarutobi was taken aback, his expression turning somewhat serious. "You are... Asuma's tutor? What's wrong?"

The man looked up and almost in one breath exclaimed, "Asuma is gone! Sanada- sensei! Asuma is gone! He... he left this letter and then disappeared! What should I do? What should I do? Sanada- sensei! If the Lord Third finds out, he'll definitely blame me! Ahhh, what am I supposed to do now?"

"Wait, don't rush, what exactly did he leave behind?"

"Yes, the letter, the letter, here it is, found it, found it." The man frantically searched his body, and after searching for a long time, he finally found the crumpled letter and handed it over with a pale face.

With a tense expression Sanada Sarutobi reached out and took it, while Yang Xing, out of curiosity, also stood on tiptoe to take a look.

The envelope contained only one sentence.

"I'm going to do something truly earth-shattering. Goodbye."

"That idiot." After glancing at the letter, Sanada Sarutobi realized this had escalated too much. "Quickly inform the Third Hokage; given that guy's personality, he's probably already left the village."

"What?! Doesn't that mean he's already far away? Where is he going?" The ninja looked up, his face filled with panic.

"I don't know, but he shouldn't have gone far," Sanada Sarutobi gritted his teeth, his face grim. "Damn it, of all times like this! Doesn't he understand how dangerous it is to go out at this time?"

Sanada Sarutobi really wanted to give chase, but unfortunately, he knew his own limitations. As a newly Jonin, he lacked experience and wouldn't be able to handle any real danger.

And to be honest, Asuma is a bit of a headache; once you chase after him, it's hard to persuade him to come back.

"Is Asuma missing?" Kurenai Yuhi raised her head, her fair face pale.

"Yes."

"Asuma." Kurenai Yuhi's face showed a hint of anxiety.

Seeing the growing anxiety in Kurenai Yuhi's eyes, Yang Xing could only sigh. He touched his nose, let out another long sigh, and looked up at Sanada Sarutobi, saying, "Leave this matter to me. I'll go after Asuma. The matter reported by the Third Hokage is yours."

"You go?"

"Okay, to get things moving quickly and not let that guy get too far, I'll head out first." Yang Xing didn't give him a chance to say anything more, and jumped away, heading towards the edge of the village.

"Um, Yang Xing, you... you better be careful." Sanada Sarutobi raised his hand and only managed a shout, watching Yang Xing's retreating figure. He couldn't help but mutter, "Asuma has really caused a huge disaster. I hope nothing happens to Yang Xing. If anything happens to that little guy, our Sarutobi Clan will be finished."

"Sanada- sensei, isn't it dangerous for Yang Xing to go after him alone?" Watching Yang Xing disappear into the distance, Kurenai Yuhi became a little anxious. It was completely illogical for such a young Yang Xing to go.

Upon hearing Kurenai Yuhi's words, Sanada Sarutobi turned his head, noticed the tension in the girl's eyes, and couldn't help but smile wryly.

"He should be fine." Sanada Sarutobi smiled, a smile blooming as if he had figured something out. Gazing into the distance, he murmured to himself, "Well, I should say, now is the most suitable time for him to go. Asuma is quite lucky."

"What do you mean?" Kurenai Yuhi didn't understand; she really didn't understand Yang Xing at all.

Just one sentence from Sanada Sarutobi stirred up Kurenai Yuhi's heart.

"He was the most outstanding member of Konoha, the Fourth Hokage's most favored disciple, and a prodigy ninja who surpassed all the geniuses in Konoha."

"Yang Xing, my little brother?" Not daring to doubt Sanada Sarutobi's words, Kurenai Yuhi was extremely curious about her little brother who was walking away into the distance.

Who exactly is this kid? Why do so many people in Konoha know him and treat him with such respect?

The countless problems made Kurenai Yuhi forget that Asuma was in danger.