Su Yu's Probing

Tsunade's medical ninja notes, the Sealing Jutsu of the Uzumaki Clan, Su Yu's assistance, and on top of that, a payment for every piece of intelligence provided.

Considering these terms for a few seconds, Temari reached out her hand.

"I agree."

"The first piece of intelligence I want is the headcount, location, and strength of Hoshigakure. This information is worth one hundred thousand ryo," Su Yu said, taking out the money and handing it to Temari.

"This mission isn't difficult. I can get you the information within three days, but where should I send it?" Temari asked, taking the money.

"The Land of Waves. I've purchased a large plot of land by the coast," Su Yu replied.

"I heard there's a ninja village in the Land of Waves as well. Does that have anything to do with you?" Temari paused to ask.

"It has nothing to do with me for the time being," Su Yu shook his head.

Temari caught the implication in Su Yu's words.

For the time being didn't mean it would stay that way forever.

The Land of Waves was an isolated island, small in size and easy to control; both the former Gato and the current ninja village had made a significant amount of money through it.

The difference was that the former had been too greedy, while the latter was far more moderate.

"Tomorrow, we'll head straight to the ruins of the Ancient Kingdom of Roran. I know the Fourth Hokage placed a seal there, and I want to know what it is," Su Yu said, looking at Temari.

"That's no problem. We've already studied the ruins of the Ancient Kingdom of Roran; there isn't anything of value there," Temari said softly.

"In that case, can you sell it to me?" Su Yu thought for a moment and asked.

"Sell it to you?" Temari was stunned.

"I want to know about the civilization of that era," Su Yu said slowly.

"This..."

"One million ryo. Sunagakure retains ownership of the Ancient Kingdom of Roran ruins, and I will be responsible for researching and reinforcing the seal," Su Yu proposed his price.

Temari thought it over and nodded.

"I can't make this decision on my own. However, I will relay it to Gaara. Sunagakure is short on funds, so this shouldn't be a problem."

"This is the Wind Release Chakra Mode I've developed. You're a wind-style ninja, so you should be able to cultivate it as well," Su Yu said, taking out a scroll and handing it to Temari.

"Wind Release Chakra Mode?" Temari took it curiously.

She opened it, and her expression shifted to one of shock.

After a moment, she looked up at Su Yu.

"Is this... really for me?"

Temari could tell that the Wind Power within this Wind Release Chakra Mode was like Tsunade's Chakra Enhanced Strength; for a wind-style ninja like her, mastering it would exponentially increase her strength.

It would take her from an ordinary jonin to an elite jonin.

"Yes, but I can't give it to you for free," Su Yu said, slowly leaning in toward Temari.

Temari's face flushed red, and she closed her eyes.

Su Yu planted a light kiss on her forehead.

"Now, it belongs to you."

"Thank you. I won't give it to the village," Temari promised.

"You can give it to your children," Su Yu said casually.

At these words, Temari's face turned bright red.

She stood up and glared at Su Yu.

"You bad guy."

Su Yu was taken aback. What was this about?

A few seconds later.

He realized that Temari had misunderstood his words.

By the time Hinata Hyuga arrived.

The sky had turned completely dark.

Temari was in her room, studying the cultivation method for the Wind Release Chakra Mode.

Su Yu sat alone at the low table.

Hinata Hyuga arrived with a backpack, sat down across from Su Yu, and took her seat.

Su Yu set aside the book in his hand and looked at Hinata Hyuga.

Hinata Hyuga lowered her head, looking somewhat shy.

"I've prepared a new yukata for you. Go and change into it," Su Yu said.

"Mm." Upon hearing the word yukata, Hinata Hyuga's face turned even redder.

She walked toward Su Yu's room and saw the yukata laid out by the side of the bed.

She placed her backpack on the table.

Hinata Hyuga clutched her yukata and walked toward the bathroom.

As she passed by Su Yu, she turned her little head away, her face flushed red.

An hour later.

Hinata Hyuga returned.

A faint fragrance accompanied her as she walked over.

The white yukata, adorned with cherry blossoms, fit her perfectly.

Hinata Hyuga was the young lady of the Hyuga Clan; such an aura of nobility could not be cultivated in a day or two, but was the result of etiquette learned from childhood, settled over time.

Su Yu looked Hinata Hyuga over.

Hinata Hyuga came to the spot opposite Su Yu and bowed to him.

"P-please... please take care of me."

"We aren't married yet, there's no need to be so formal."

Su Yu teased her.

"Father said that from now on, I should treat Su Yu-kun as... as..."

"As what?" Su Yu stepped in front of Hinata Hyuga, looking at her with a smile.

"As... my husband." Her voice was very soft.

"I didn't hear that clearly." Su Yu leaned in closer to her.

Hinata Hyuga was too shy to lift her head, unable to say it a second time.

"From the moment I met you, I decided in my heart that I would make you mine." Su Yu picked her up in his arms.

"Su Yu-kun..." Hinata Hyuga was very bashful.

"Don't worry, I won't hurt you; I just want to tease you a little," Su Yu whispered.

Hinata Hyuga's face was burning hot.

Su Yu carried her and walked toward his room.

He had only taken a few steps.

Su Yu stopped in his tracks.

Because Temari had appeared before him.

Temari saw Su Yu holding Hinata Hyuga, froze for a few seconds, and then hurriedly retreated to her room.

Hearing the noise, Hinata Hyuga turned her head toward the hallway in confusion.

"Temari from Sunagakure is staying at my house; the Hokage asked me to protect her," Su Yu explained simply.

"I see." A faint blush appeared on Hinata Hyuga's face.

"Aren't you jealous?" Su Yu looked at her, testing her.

"I trust Su Yu-kun." Hinata Hyuga looked up at Su Yu, her eyes pure and clear.

"I think Temari is very beautiful. If you don't mind me seeing her..."

"I... I..."

Su Yu looked at the speechless Hinata Hyuga, his face full of smiles.

Hinata Hyuga struggled for a moment, then looked at Su Yu.

"As long as you don't bring them home, I can accept it."

"Are you serious?"

Su Yu was taken aback.

Hinata Hyuga nodded.

"Then what if I do bring them home?" Su Yu continued to probe.

"Them?" Hinata Hyuga was stunned.

"Ahem, answer my question." Su Yu directly changed the subject.

"If there were children, the Hyuga Clan would adopt any bloodline left outside," Hinata Hyuga said softly.

"I see." Su Yu understood instantly.

The Hyuga Clan likely had similar precedents, where clan ninjas had children outside and brought them back.

"Father said that you are the future clan head and I am your wife, so I must learn to listen to you. Even if you have other women outside, I should turn a blind eye and pretend not to know." Hinata Hyuga looked at Su Yu, her eyes still as pure as before.

Su Yu looked at her, lowered his head, and kissed her gently on the forehead.

"Thank you, Hinata."