"What are you two talking about? You're acting all weird!"
Not understanding the truth, Nawaki eyed the two of them suspiciously. During the time he had been away from the village, they must have done something strange behind his back. The three good friends from before had now left him out!
"It's about some decisions regarding Reiko's family. This is an internal matter of the Hyuga Clan, so don't interfere."
"Otherwise, when Lady Tsunade comes back and gives you a beating, don't blame me."
Uchiha Yū cut off his next wild train of thought. As for whether Nawaki should know the truth, Yū shook his head and dismissed the idea.
There was an essential difference between him and Reiko. Reiko was within the rules, yet she had developed the desire to change them. Besides, this did not involve the village, only the clan. Even if it was discovered, it would still be an internal matter.
But Nawaki's identity meant that the two could never stand on the same side. The village had been created through the First Hokage's efforts. As the First Hokage's grandson, Nawaki loved this place and would never stand by while it was damaged.
"You're being so mysterious. As the price for keeping this from me, you're treating us to dinner tonight."
The two of them knew that Uchiha Yū had made a fortune selling medical equipment. They intended to take a big bite out of him at tonight's little gathering.
"You two... honestly."
It looked like today was going to cost him dearly.
When they arrived at the barbecue restaurant, only one table remained. Fortunately, they had arrived a step early and did not have to wait in a long line.
Those who had survived the war were grateful that they could still see the friends