Chapter 298: Thoughts (cont.)

If anything really went wrong, they could at least be prepared.

Of course, Naruto was the first of the three to notice.

Yes, Naruto. In fact, from the moment he had fallen silent, his wandering gaze had already begun observing their surroundings.

Not long after entering Hoshigakure, he had started to feel it.

It was not that he sensed they were being plotted against, or that the one plotting against them was Akaboshi, the Acting Star Shadow beside them, who was so warm and enthusiastic.

Rather, he felt uncomfortable. Yes, a stifling discomfort.

That discomfort came from within. He did not want to stay here any longer. It felt as though this place was filled with something invisible that was bound to erupt sooner or later.

Yet that very feeling made him feel even worse.

It was not until they entered the Star Shadow's reception room that the familiar sensation of being constantly watched gradually eased somewhat.

After arriving in the meeting room, Akaboshi did not get straight to the point. Instead, he continued chatting about the topic they had discussed outside.

Sakura had also sensed that something was wrong. Perhaps a woman's sixth sense really was exceptionally sharp.

So Sakura raised her head and said calmly, "Lord Akaboshi."

From their earlier conversation, it was clear that both sides already knew each other's names.

Akaboshi stopped talking and said in surprise, "What is it? Is something wrong?"

Sakura said, "Lord Akaboshi, we did not come to your village to impose on you for long."

"After all, as shinobi, every minute and every second of our time is very busy."

"We need to complete the mission your village issued as soon as possible,"

"Then immediately return to Konoha."

"So if possible, could Lord Akaboshi first tell us exactly what mission we