Scorch Release Wasn't an Option, So She Switched to Bite Release?

Qian Ye weighed his options in his mind.

He had the Yin Seal as a safety net now, with enough Chakra to squander.

If he really ran into danger, he could only gamble on the cross-border employment feature.

Though this mission carried risks, it was not impossible to accept.

"Fine."

Qian Ye nodded reluctantly.

"Lord Hokage, you'd better remember this."

"Five hundred thousand ryo. Not one ryo less."

"If you short me even one ryo, I'll hang banners on Hokage Rock."

Hiruzen was so annoyed he laughed.

"Get lost already."

"Meet at the Konoha gates at six tomorrow morning."

Qian Ye curled his lip and turned toward the door.

Pakura casually nodded at Hiruzen and stepped after Qian Ye.

The sealing formula on her wrist still gave off a faint glow.

Two ANBU followed at a measured distance behind them.

The two walked out of the Hokage Building one after the other.

On the streets of Konoha.

The sunshine was just right.

Street vendors called out with all their might.

A sweet fragrance drifted from the dango shops.

Qian Ye walked along leisurely with his hands in his pockets.

Pakura walked beside him.

After changing into a kimono, her steps seemed much lighter.

Her wooden sandals clicked crisply against the bluestone pavement.

It was obvious that this woman was in a good mood now.

After all, she would soon be returning to the village where she had been born and raised.

Pakura turned to look at Qian Ye's profile.

An unconcealable smile played on her lips.

"Did you see that, brat?"

Pakura's voice was full of pride.

"Sunagakure didn't abandon me."

"I'm a hero of the village."

"Elder Chiyo and Rasa even agreed to Hidden Leaf's harsh demands in order to ransom me back."

"That is a bond."

"You Hidden