Asuma Sarutobi's Return, Hayate Gekko's Illness

Shimizu asked leisurely.

"He... is not doing well."

With hollow eyes, Uzuki Yugao hesitated for a moment before she responded to Shimizu.

"I see."

Shimizu stroked Uzuki Yugao's purple hair, pressing her head downward.

Once she was in the appropriate position, Shimizu began to infuse new ocular power.

This had already become a routine.

Uzuki Yugao would be controlled by Shimizu unconsciously, entirely manipulated by his genjutsu.

Just as Obito had done to the Fourth Mizukage, Karatachi Yagura, he was controlling her in secret.

The only drawback was the need to periodically instill ocular power to maintain the genjutsu.

"Do you want me to heal him?"

Shimizu looked down at Uzuki Yugao.

It had to be said, Uzuki Yugao possessed the air of a mature woman.

This temperament had only deepened with the passage of time.

Her bright red lips, exquisite face, and the slender figure beneath her tight-fitting Anbu uniform were all striking.

"...I do."

Uzuki Yugao responded.

Her hollow eyes appeared even more vacant; if one looked closely, they would notice the pattern of Shimizu's Mangekyō Sharingan flashing within her pupils.

"Find a time to bring him to see me."

Shimizu caressed the top of Uzuki Yugao's head.

"Yes."

Uzuki Yugao's tone remained as usual, devoid of any inflection.

If there was one difference, it was that her voice sounded somewhat blurred.

It was as if she were chewing on something.

Sunlight streamed in through the window of the Shimizu Household.

Shimizu narrowed his eyes slightly, enjoying the rare twilight hour.

He would pluck Uzuki Yugao when he found the time.

These two star-crossed lovers needed a kind soul to save them.

Shimizu decided to play the role of this great benefactor, asking for only a small reward in return.

"This is your mission."

Shimizu took out