Inside the dimly lit Root headquarters.
Watching Sai leave, Shimura Danzō's lips curled into a dangerous arc, revealing a cold sneer.
His low voice echoed through the dark room. "Ueno Kei, you will never know what my purpose is this time. Now then, let the game begin. I wonder what the final outcome will look like. I truly want to see your expression when the time comes, Kei-kun. That sight ought to be quite marvelous, shouldn't it? Don't you think? Hahaha, hahahahaha!"
Meanwhile, Ueno Kei naturally had no idea about the twists and turns in Shimura Danzō's mind.
After receiving word that someone had arrived in Konoha, Ueno Kei was filled with joy. Naturally, it was obvious who had come—his fiancée, Kazahana Yuki!
It was worth mentioning that Ueno Kei had moved into a new home three years ago. His old house had merely been a place for Konoha's orphans to live. Whether considering Ueno Kei's status or other practical matters, at Tsunade's request, Konoha had provided him with a larger house. Though Ueno Kei himself had maintained that he did not care where he lived.
Still, he had eventually moved, to a place near Naruto's home.
When Ueno Kei took out his key and opened the front door, he found a graceful figure busily working in the kitchen, while a rich aroma drifted throughout the house.
Long black hair and a lovely silhouette—it was none other than Ueno Kei's fiancée, Her Majesty Queen Kazahana Yuki!
Seeing that familiar back, Ueno Kei revealed a gentle smile. He slowly stepped forward, lightly wrapped his arms around Kazahana Yuki, and said with a smile, "You actually came without telling me beforehand this time. You've gotten bolder, haven't you?"
"Ah!" Kazahana Yuki, who had been startled by Ueno Kei's embrace, immediately sensed the