Naruto: The Twin Kamui at the Start

Yang City Ninja Prison.

Su Bai was politely escorted to the prison entrance by the guards, who kept apologizing, their attitudes a complete reversal from their previous arrogance.

A group of people was waiting at the gate: Su Bai's parents, Xia Xueqing, Chang Rui, as well as Gongyi Xin and his subordinates.

"Xiaobai!"

"Son!"

From a distance, Su Jianhong and Lin Xiu'e called out joyfully and ran toward Su Bai.

"Mom! Dad!" Su Bai was also delighted, reaching them before they could close the final distance.

Lin Xiu'e stroked Su Bai's face, tears welling in the corners of her eyes.

"It's alright now, you're alright, son!"

"I told you it would be fine, didn't I? Mom, stop crying, it's a good thing I'm out." Su Bai chuckled, trying to comfort his mother.

"Yes, yes, I shouldn't cry, I should be happy!" Lin Xiu'e quickly wiped away her tears and immediately pulled him toward Xia Xueqing and Chang Rui, saying to Su Bai with a face full of gratitude.

"Son, you owe your release this time to these two classmates of yours. You must thank these young ladies properly!"

"Auntie, you're too kind, there's no need for that." Xia Xueqing waved her hands repeatedly.

She didn't know why, but she always felt a bit shy and unable to open up in front of Lin Xiu'e.

Chang Rui, chewing on something, glanced at Su Bai and said nonchalantly, "Just thank Xueqing; I didn't really do anything."

Even so, Lin Xiu'e and Su Jianhong remained deeply grateful to Chang Rui, repeatedly urging Su Bai to thank both girls properly.

"I know, Mom." Su Bai gave the two girls a grateful look and said with a smile.

"Haha, this must be Mr. Su, right? I am Gongyi Xin, captain of the Yang City Ninja Enforcement Squad, and these are my men." Seeing that the family had finished their reunion, Gongyi Xin seized the opportunity to step forward and greet them.

Captain of the Ninja Enforcement Squad?

Su Bai narrowed his eyes, feeling a bit strange. Why would such a big shot be... fawning over him?

However, when he saw the smiling Xia Xueqing on the side, he immediately understood.

It's probably thanks to Xueqing.

Despite his inner confusion, Su Bai nodded politely in response.

"Hello, Captain Gongyi Xin."

"Haha, this whole incident was a massive misunderstanding. I am truly ashamed that my men actually arrested someone under Brother Xia's protection!"

Gongyi Xin laughed heartily, then glared at his subordinate, who immediately apologized to Su Bai repeatedly, his tone bordering on desperate.

Gongyi Xin informed everyone present of the "fates" of Liang Ji and Liang Youde, specifically asking Xia Xueqing if she was satisfied.

Xia Xueqing shook her head and gestured for him to ask Su Bai. Seeing this, Su Bai waved his hand, indicating that he wanted to let the matter go since he was unharmed anyway.

He kept his position humble, understanding that this was all thanks to Xia Xueqing; without her, he likely would have been stripped of a layer of skin, if not worse.

Gongyi Xin had intended to compensate Su Bai, and his tone hinted that the value was in the tens of millions of Federal Coin, which shocked Su Jianhong and Lin Xiu'e!

Su Bai firmly refused, stating he would never accept it and adding that this matter had nothing to do with the Enforcement Squad, as it was all Liang Youde's doing.

Seeing Su Bai's resolute attitude, Gongyi Xin couldn't change his mind despite repeated insistence, so he had his men apologize once more before taking his leave.

Seeing this "big shot" of Yang City depart, Su Jianhong and Lin Xiu'e let out a sigh of relief.

"Jianhong, I never thought in my life that such a big shot would speak so kindly to us."

"Indeed, I never imagined it either."

The couple felt the day was like a dream; first, the total despair of their son being arrested, and now, being "flattered" by a big shot like Gongyi Xin... it felt surreal.

Hearing their words, Chang Rui giggled, "Uncle, Auntie, doesn't it feel good? Even the mayor doesn't get the treatment of having Captain Gongyi Xin fawn over him!"

Her personality was very outgoing, and in just a short while, she had become familiar with Su Bai's parents.

Treatment even the mayor doesn't get?

Su Jianhong and Lin Xiu'e exchanged a glance and looked at Xia Xueqing.

They clearly remembered that this girl had only made one phone call, and the problem was solved.

Only then did the couple realize that the real big shot was right beside them, yet they had been ignoring her all along!

Thinking of this, the couple thanked Xia Xueqing profusely, making the girl feel a bit awkward.

"Uncle, Auntie, you don't need to thank me, it really was nothing!"

"That's right, Mom and Dad, you've been tired all day, let's head back first." Su Bai knew Xia Xueqing's personality and, knowing she was shy, said with a smile.

Under Su Bai's "persuasion," Su Jianhong and Lin Xiu'e finally gave up on the idea of inviting the two girls home for dinner.

They transferred five thousand Federal Coin to Su Bai, telling him to thank the girls properly, before leaving.

Su Bai had no choice but to accept; he knew this was all the money the family had. His parents must have realized that Xia Xueqing and Chang Rui came from extraordinary backgrounds and, worried that they were used to high expenses, had given everything they could.

After Su Jianhong and Lin Xiu'e left, the three of them let out a collective sigh of relief, making the scene somewhat comical.

"Haha, what kind of expressions are those? My parents don't bite."

"Tch, my aunt and uncle are being too polite; I can't stand it!" Chang Rui curled her lip, and Xia Xueqing nodded in agreement.

With that matter settled, Su Bai waved his hand with a grand, generous air.

"To the Monster BBQ Restaurant we go! Eat whatever you want, it's on me!"

Although this was his parents' hard-earned money, he wasn't going to be stingy now; some money was meant to be spent!

Upon hearing this, Chang Rui was instantly delighted. "You said it yourself! I'm going to eat you into poverty!"

"Mhm, that's right!" Xia Xueqing added with a laugh.

Seeing the situation take a turn, Su Bai awkwardly interjected, "Maybe take it easy... I only have five thousand..."

"Haha!"

"Playing the big spender with that pathetic budget of yours? Five thousand is five thousand, it'll be enough."

Monster BBQ Restaurant.

Looking at the opulent, golden decor inside, Su Bai felt his heart skip a beat.

With this kind of decor, will five thousand even be enough to get full?

The two girls saw his expression and immediately knew what he was thinking, bursting into laughter.

"Tell you what, why don't I treat? Look at how pathetic you're acting!" Chang Rui teased. She loved taking any opportunity to poke fun at Su Bai.

Xia Xueqing tugged on Su Bai's sleeve and said softly, "I saw it earlier—that 5,000 Federal Coin was transferred to you by your aunt and uncle. Don't spend it recklessly."

Su Bai felt indignant at once!

What? Looking down on me?

"It's fine. If the money isn't enough, I'll just leave the scroll Wen Yuanyuan gave me as collateral. It's worth over a million—that should be enough for you two to eat, right?"

Though it pained him, Su Bai's nature was to repay kindness with kindness and grudges with grudges. These two girls had helped him today, so a good meal was the least he could do!

"Alright, stop joking around." Chang Rui curled her lip. "Keep the scroll for yourself; that thing is very important to you. If you want to treat, do it next time."

"But..."

"No buts. I said this afternoon that I'm treating tonight to celebrate our championship win!"

Chang Rui pushed Su Bai into a chair without room for argument and expertly picked up the menu to order.

Looking at this boisterous girl who took pleasure in teasing him, Su Bai felt a warmth in his heart and stopped fussing.

"Fine, I'll listen to you."

"Consider me in your debt. When I have the chance, I'll definitely treat you until you can't even walk!"

Chapter 41: Cursed Eye

"Alright, I've ordered. Order whatever else you want!" Chang Rui tossed the menu in front of Su Bai and Xia Xueqing, then shot an annoyed glare at Xia Xueqing. "Honestly, you get a boyfriend and forget your best friend, hmph!"

She was annoyed because they had grown up together, were inseparable, and did everything as a pair.

Yet, when they sat down, Xia Xueqing had naturally sat next to Su Bai, leaving her on the opposite side...

Xia Xueqing blushed and handed the menu to Su Bai. "Sister Rui, don't talk nonsense. I just sat down randomly..."

"Tch!"

Su Bai ignored Chang Rui's "sarcasm." He wasn't easily embarrassed; his skin was thick enough.

"Let me see what to order..."

Su Bai picked up the menu and glanced at it, instantly stunned!

Premium Iron-Horned Sheep kidney, 50,000 Federal Coin...

Long-Eared Rabbit leg, 20,000 Federal Coin...

Fresh Copper-Headed Pig meat, 40,000...

Fresh...

Boiled water, free!

"Give me a glass of boiled water, thanks." Su Bai closed the menu naturally and said to the bewildered waiter.

"Boiled water? Are you sure, sir?"

"Go ahead, I'm sure." Su Bai said calmly. The waiter walked away, looking confused.

It was his first time seeing a customer come here just to drink water...

Before long, the dishes Chang Rui ordered arrived. Su Bai did a rough calculation; this table probably cost over 200,000 Federal Coin.

"Su Bai, let me tell you, don't look at the prices here—the taste is incredible!" Chang Rui carelessly picked up an Iron-Horned Sheep kidney and placed it on his plate. "Especially this one, eat more; it's good for your health."

Su Bai looked at the kidney, feeling a bit dazed. He knew Chang Rui was intentionally ribbing him, so he smiled and swallowed it in a few bites.

"Mmm, the taste is indeed not bad!"

"Right? Waiter, another three skewers of Iron-Horned Sheep kidneys! Help my friend here build up his strength!" Chang Rui shouted loudly, and instantly, everyone in the restaurant turned their gazes toward Su Bai.

"Strange, this young man doesn't look like he has a weak kidney, does he?"

"Hey, maybe he's all show and no go. Didn't you hear his girlfriend say as much?"

"Haha, that's possible!"

"Young man, watch your health. Don't overdo it, haha!" A middle-aged uncle "kindly" reminded Su Bai.

Damn it!

Even with Su Bai's thick skin, he couldn't take it anymore. He gave a bitter smile, "Xiao Rui, if you have something to say, just say it. Don't be like this."

"Hmph, you actually dared to snatch my Xia Xueqing? Let's see if I don't mess you up!" Chang Rui huffed, and Xia Xueqing immediately scolded her a couple of times.

The three of them ate and chatted, and before long, the two women grew curious about how Su Bai had spent his time inside.

Su Bai didn't hide anything; he told them everything exactly as it happened and shared his own confusion as well.

"You couldn't feel any chakra in your body?" After hearing this, Chang Rui immediately explained, "That's a barrier invented by the Federation government, specifically designed to deal with Ninja."

"But it's not that you can't feel chakra at all; it's just that your strength is too weak. Stronger Ninja can still use chakra."

"Oh, so that's how it is." Su Bai nodded.

Xia Xueqing asked curiously, "Su Bai, you said you relied on your physical body to defeat seven or eight taijutsu Ninja? I remember you don't know any taijutsu, right?"

"Hehe, that's another one of my secrets." Su Bai gave a mysterious smile, immediately piquing the two women's gossip instincts.

Women are just like that; the less you say, the more curious they become. And so, the two women pestered Su Bai, demanding he explain it clearly.

Su Bai had no intention of hiding the Sharingan either. After all, he would have to use it in the future, so he simply told them about it.