Fierce Sparks in the Palace (Third Update)

Seeing Naruto's posture and his reply, Asada Masashi nodded with a satisfied smile.

"Kei, now that you've returned, don't head out again. There are many matters within the country that require your attention. Furthermore, the Mizukage will be arriving shortly; I will leave the arrangements for the reception ceremony to you and Kaze."

He then shifted his gaze to Asada Kei, who stood to the side, as he spoke these words.

Among the names mentioned.

From Naruto's perspective.

He could easily perceive the corner of the Third Prince's eye twitching twice.

It was not because of the "Mizukage's arrival."

It was the phrase "handle it together with Kaze."

And if Naruto's guess was correct.

The young man who had been standing on the lower left side since they entered the main hall, who bore a slight resemblance to Asada Kei, should be the "Kaze" the Daimyo spoke of. He was none other than the First Prince of the Land of Water—Asada Kaze!

Two brothers who were clearly mortal enemies.

Their rivalry was almost an open secret.

Yet here, the two acted like inseparable brothers, each wearing an incredibly radiant smile.

"Yes, Father. I will certainly assist my elder brother to the best of my ability!"

Asada Kei bowed slightly, speaking as if he were genuinely delighted.

And the young man who had not spoken from the beginning, Asada Kaze, also wore an expression of great happiness.

"With Kei's help, there will surely be no mistakes during the Mizukage's visit!"

It seemed like a perfect display of "fraternal love and filial piety."

Yet, beneath those "radiant" smiles lay hidden, sharp blades and shadows of conflict.

"Good, I will leave everything to the two of you!"

Asada Masashi, seated at the head of the hall, nodded with a look of immense gratification,