Old Residence, Aizen's Answer (Seeking Subscriptions)

The moon gradually rose, hanging in the pitch-black night sky.

The shimmering moonlight spilled over Konoha like a milky-white veil.

At this hour, the bustling village of Konoha remained brightly lit, and its lively nightlife had only just begun.

The villagers wore joyful smiles; some, having finished a day of hard labor, took advantage of the evening's leisure to enjoy a few drinks at a local shop.

Others brought their children to stroll through the vibrant flower streets, buying them mouth-watering snacks as a form of compensation for the day.

However, to their surprise, Ichiraku Ramen, which was usually bustling with business, had closed its doors early today, leaving many puzzled.

Unlike the lively, prosperous scene in the center of the village, a few figures slowly appeared on a quiet, secluded street.

"Boss Teuchi, may I ask where you are taking us?"

Kushina, whose temperament was somewhat impatient, was the first to speak. She stared with wide eyes, her small mouth slightly pouted, as she fixed her gaze on the white-clad figure in front.

Hearing her, Minato, standing to the side, felt a bit awkward and wanted to stop her from being so blunt, yet he didn't know how to interject.

Tsunade and Jiraiya, having shaken off their drunken haze, had sharp glints in their eyes. They both watched Teuchi's back in silence, eager to hear his answer.

At the very front, Teuchi, dressed in a white kimono, squinted his eyes as if wearing a tireless smile, and chuckled softly.

"Miss Kushina, please be patient for a moment longer; we are almost there."

With that, he continued to walk forward in silence.

Kushina exchanged a glance with the others behind her, then helplessly followed him onward.

At this moment, however, Jiraiya and Tsunade felt a slight sense of familiarity with